Two weeks from now, one of the biggest Filipino events in Jersey City will happen: the 18th Philippine-American Friendship Day Parade. The Friendship Day symbolizes the friendship between America and the Philippines. In New York, they celebrate this sooner — as early as first day of June.
The festival will start off with a mass at St. Aedan Church. Filipino groups will assemble on Montgomery Street, followed by the parade to Downtown, Jersey City at the Exchange Place.
This year, the celebrities performing will be the Song Diva Jessa Zaragoza, and musician Migs Ayesa. At the Exchange Place, there will be various booths, food galore, cultural shows, flea market, health fair, kiddie entertainment and games, so expect a lot of fun!
Schedule:
8AM – Mass (St. Aedan Church)
10AM – Parade Assembly (Montgomery St. & Jordan St.)
11AM – Parade Kicks off (Montgomery St. to Exchange Place)
To participate in the parade or if you would like to exhibit products and services, please feel free to call the following for detailed information:
Rosalinda M. Rupel (2008 Overall Chairperson) – (201)892-8681
Gerry Austria (2008 Grand Marshal) – (201)238-1785
Helen Castillo (Overall Vice Chair for Festival) – (201)920-9441
Gani Puertollano (Overall Vice Chair for Parade) – (908)230-6468
Mila Simba (Booths and Exhibits Chair) – (201)434-2933
PAFCOM Office – (201)332-4711
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