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It’s a great year for the Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture (FPAC) as it returns live on its 28th year this coming September 3 at Levitt Pavilion, MacArthur Park to celebrate Filipino heritage and strengthen the connections among the Filipino-American community. Presented by @filamarts1746, a non-profit organization committed to the advancement of Filipino Arts …

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The Filipino American Symphony Orchestra (FASO) makes history as the first and only Filipino orchestra outside the Philippines. Being in existence for over 14 years, they perform a diverse selection of music ranging from OPM, traditional Filipino music, Western music, orchestral and vocal music, and so on. Led by musical director/conductor Maestro Robert Shroder, conductor …

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Known for his classic hits like “Beautiful Girl”, “Please Be Careful With My Heart”, and his well-loved Christmas carols such as “Christmas In Our Hearts” and “A Perfect Christmas”, Jose Mari Chan has established his name and remained timeless in the Filipino music industry. He was able to build his legacy with over 55 years …

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Art Hearts Fashion graciously invited #SoJannelleTV to a sneak peek of #AlexisMonsanto’s newest collection at the #LosAngelesFashionWeek in The Majestic Downtown and be a part of a more experiential fashion experience. Art Hearts Fashion brought this show to life with heart at its core in support of Project Angel Food, a nonprofit organization dedicated to …

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In partnership with #ArtHeartsFashion, Filipino Fashion mogul Alexis Monsanto heralds the runway with signature red (we love!), black, and white pieces inspired by Rian Johnson’s Knives Out and The Chronicles of Narnia series. At the helm of his fashion design studio in West Hollywood, CA, and a proud alumnus of the College of Art and …

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The #UniversityofthePhilippines Alumni Association in America, Inc. (UPAAA), with the UPAA-Nevada will hold its very first virtual global Grand Reunion and Convention (GRC) on October 22-24, 2021. With a theme entitled : “#ARISE: Pagbangon at Parangal”, UP Alumni In America aims to recognize their high achievers and long-serving members, connect with thousands of UP classmates …

Honor and Excellence from UP classroom to the U.S. Read More »

What’s in a sign? A lot of history and lessons. Filipino American actor and writer #GeorginaTolentino was struck by the picture of a sign that said, “#NoDogs Allowed, No Filipinos Allowed” — which was taken in California in the 1930s. That year, the Watsonville Anti-Filipino Riots led to the death of Fermin Tabera, a Filipino …

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It’s #SoHappening! Two artists, two art forms collaborating for a theatrical online experience like no other. Filipino-American pride #LolitaValderramaSavage, whose paintings have brought her around the world is collaborating with #TeatroGrattacielo Artistic Director, Stefanos Koroneos for a masterful performance in September 2021. “Tableaux of Amico Fritz” is a beautiful marriage of opera and fine art …

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Did you know that about 20% of the City of Carson’s total population is Filipino? The community here is very active, proactive, involved and engaged. #MayorProTemJimDear recognizes Filipino-Americans as a stabilizing force in his city that’s why he initiated to set-up a yearly community day to celebrate #PhilippineAmericanFriendshipDay . This year, the Philippine American Friendship …

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