Category: Filipino American
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Pamana Children’s Library-From the Author’s Desk
This month, we are thrilled to feature Ballesteros on My Mind: My Hometown in the Philippines by Dr. Rey E. de la Cruz. In this special edition, Dr. de la Cruz shares his personal reflections and the inspiration behind his heartfelt story. Read on to discover his thoughts on capturing the essence of his hometown…
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Read Borderless Magazine’s Article: What Immigrant Communities Should Know About Their Rights
As immigration policies continue to evolve, it’s crucial for immigrants in the U.S. to be informed about their rights, especially when interacting with federal immigration agents. We’re sharing an insightful article from Borderless Magazine that highlights essential rights all immigrants are entitled to, regardless of status. This guide can help protect you and your loved…
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Ang Ekis ng Tatlong Manunulat
Isang rebyu ni Ogot Sumulong Sa kasalukuyan, aktibong-aktibo ang pagsusulat ng panitikan sa wikang Filipino. Maraming aklat sa sari-saring genre tulad ng horror stories, science fiction, thriller, fantasy, mystery ang nalilimbag taong-taon. Madalas ang mga palihan na nagpapasigla ng pagsasanay sa pagsulat. Hindi nagkukulang ang bilang ng mga paligsahan na nagpalulusog sa paglikha, paglikom at…
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FACGC Survey
We’re trying to get to know our audience better! This survey is part of a series being conducted as part of the University of Michigan School of Information course SI 487: User Experience Design Capstone. We are conducting it to learn more about your experiences with the Rizal Center website and your involvement with the…
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Pamana Children’s Library: Pages Beyond Books – Stories from Our Volunteers
As we begin the new year, we’re thrilled to not only share insights from the authors of some beloved books in the Rizal Center Pamana Children’s Library but also to highlight the voices of the dedicated individuals who make it all possible—our volunteers. This year, in our Pages Beyond Books: Stories from Our Volunteers section,…
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Message from the Board of Directors of the Filipino American Council of Greater Chicago
Photo Caption: (* = BOD Members) (Standing L-R) Rizalina Velasco-Richmond*, Norberto Luna*, Jerry Clarito*, Singing Group Contest Judges (Joannah Torre-Weingart, Ella Agustin, Ester Hana, & Lutgardo Labad), Malou Tabo*, Carmen Estacio*, Cora Sopena*, Willi Buhay*, Ella Basilio (Kneeling L-R) Larry Leopoldo, RJ Silva, Alpha Nicolasin, Angela Mascarenas, Emil Nicolasin, Mae Lant* Happy New Year to…
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Mga Obra Maestra sa Simbahan ng Paete
ni Ogot Sumulong Isa sa mga nakagagawiang biyahe kamakailan sa Pilipinas ay ang bisita-iglesia. Kaya nang nagyaya ang pamangkin kong bumiyahe kami sa Rizal at Laguna, hindi ko na inalintana na simulan ang araw nang bandang alas singko media ng umaga. Isa sa mga dinalaw namin noong araw na iyon ay ang simbahan ng Paete. …
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Singing in a Strange Land
by Gabriel J. Catanus Recently, Filipinos around the world rejoiced as Sofronio Vasquez won NBC’s competition show “The Voice”. Born in Mindanao, Vasquez became the first Filipino and Asian contestant to win the coveted cash prize and record contract. Around the same time, Olivia Rodrigo performed before 55,000 fans in Manila, winning over her audience…
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One Filipino at a Time
by Ysa Quiballo and Jerry Clarito Transcript Five three, Five three, Cincuenta y tres, Cincuenta y tres, Letter G Okay, so my name is Jerry Clarito and I’m the chairman of the board of directors. But at the same time (I am) were wearing the hat of the Executive Director which means I have to…