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Pamana Children’s Library-From the Author’s Desk
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For the month of March, we are also honored to feature Zarah Gagatiga, the author of Tales from the 7,000 Isles: Filipino Folk Stories, now available in the Pamana Library. In her heartfelt article, Writing, Roots, and Resilience, Zarah reflects on the personal journey that led to the creation of this treasured collection of Filipino…
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CIRCA Pintig in Partnership with the Rizal Center to Host a Storytelling Workshop
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Contact: Ginger Leopoldo, gleopoldo@rizalcenter.org CIRCA Pintig in Partnership with the Rizal Center to Host a Storytelling Workshop Ada Cheng presents the free program as part of Illinois Humanities Road Scholars Speakers Bureau Chicago, IL – March 1, 2025 — This month, CIRCA Pintig will host a presentation titled “Our Words, Our Truths: Storytelling for Collective…
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Lani T. Montreal to Present Solo Show at the Rizal Center
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Contact: Ginger Leopoldo, gleopoldo@rizalcenter.org One-Day Only Performance of “Anak ni Tapia: Leaving Mother” on March 29 at 3 PM Chicago, IL – March 1, 2025 — The Rizal Center is excited to announce a special one-day performance by local artist and educator Lani T. Montreal, featuring her acclaimed solo production, “Anak ni Tapia: Leaving Mother.”…
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HOPE Campaign
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Calling All Kababayans! HOPE Campaign at the Rizal Center: Empowering Our Community Join us at the Rizal Center for the HOPE (Health, Outreach, Promotion, Education) Campaign, which offers various health programs to enhance our community’s well-being. BE PART OF OUR CAMPAIGN! How You Can Participate: Our Home Away from Home: The Rizal Center The Rizal…
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Is there a Filipino neighborhood in Chicago?
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Thanks to WBEZ’ s Curious City for the great report! Listen and read about “Is there a Filipino neighborhood in Chicago?”. Where and how Filipinos settled tells the story of Chicago. “Where you are is where you build community.” – By Micah Yason and Mary Hal “South Side neighborhoods may have been an early hub,…
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Pamana Children’s Library-From the Author’s Desk
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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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Featuring: Michael Del Valle
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Michael Del Valle is a Filipino-American visual artist based in Illinois whose work blends abstract, tribal, and minimalistic styles. Known for his distinctive mixed media art, Michael creates pieces that explore identity, heritage, and the human experience. He draws inspiration from Native American and Japanese cultures, his love of music, and his life. His artistic…
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Featuring: Pat Nabong
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Pat Nabong is a landscape oil painter and photographer. She works full time as an assistant photo editor and visual journalist at the Chicago Sun-Times. Prior to joining the Sun-Times, she worked as an independent visual journalist in the Philippines where her father taught her how to use the camera to see the world in…
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Read Borderless Magazine’s Article: What Immigrant Communities Should Know About Their Rights
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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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