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13th Philippine Fiesta in America

jose — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 20:30:13 +0000

The two-day event will begin on August 20, 2011, featuring celebrities from the Philippines such as Zsa-Zsa Padilla, Ariel Rivera, Melai Cantiveros, and Jason Francisco. This year’s fiesta will also hold a talent show called Pinoys Got Talent.

13th Philippine Fiesta in America
Description: Cultural Events, Entertainment, Beauty Pageant, Food, Trades
Where: Meadowlands Expo Center in Secaucus, New Jersey
Address / Contact: 355 Plaza Drive, Secaucus, NJ 07094 | (201).330.7773
When: August 20 and 21, 2011

What is Philippine Fiesta?

PHILIPPINE FIESTA is a blend of trade and cultural exposition that also assist Filipino businesses in penetrating the mainstream consumer market, while showcasing the best of Philippine culture.

Now on its 13th year, the PHILIPPINE FIESTA continues to be an avenue that opens the doors for the mainstream businesses to reach the Filipino American consumers-a fast-growing and strong market with an estimated buying power of over $52 billion annually.

This event is not free, but you may print a coupon from their website and get a $3 discount when you buy ticket at the door.

Photos: 33rd Filipino Santacruzan 2011 in Downtown Jersey City

jose — Mon, 30 May 2011 23:35:58 +0000

On May 29, 2011, Filipinos in Jersey City gathered in Downtown, Jersey City for the 33rd Annual Santacruzan and Street Fair to honor The Blessed Virgin Mary. The event started at 10AM with street fair, but the highlight was the Santacruzan Procession – a religious parade celebrating the month of May — Virgin Mary’s month.

After the Holy Mass at St. Mary’s Church, the participants of the procession assembled outside to start the parade around the area. Unlike last year, the procession started a little bit late. Revelers enjoyed the rest of the afternoon watching on stage performances.

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33rd Annual Santacruzan and Street Fair in Jersey City

jose — Fri, 27 May 2011 18:03:21 +0000

This Sunday is the 33rd Santacruzan 2011 / Flores de Mayo and Street Fair. The annual celebration – organized by Catholic Action of Mary (CAM) in partnership with Pan American Concerned Citizens Action League (PACCAL) – is an “all-day” festivities with entertainment following the Holy Mass and procession.

33rd Santacruzan / Flores de Mayo & Street Fair 2011
When: May 29, 2011 Sunday
Where: Manila Ave & Second St. Jersey City NJ
Schedule of Activities: Street Fair – 10am – 9pm
Mass – 2:30 pm at St. Mary’s Church (Second & Erie Sts.) the Procession to follow immediately after Mass.
Performances – 12-2:30pm & 5-9pm youth dance at Marian Hall following performances until 11pm
From the Press release….

…The Filipino tradition of Santacruzan is a religious commemoration of the finding of the True Cross by the Emperatriz (thus, Reyna Elena) mother of the Roman Emperor Constantine who, in the Edict of Milan in 313, legalized Christianity. This paved the way for its spread throughout the world. But it is also the celebration of the Spanish springtime tradition of Flores de Mayo dedicated to the Blessed Mother with offerings of flowers and festive processions….

….CAM, in community partnership with the Pan American Concerned Citizens Action League, Inc. (PACCAL) will be celebrating Santacruzan Day with it’s street fair, now in it’s 5 th year. (www.paccal.org)The 33rd Santacruzan & Street Fair 2011 has grown to become one of the largest gatherings of Filipino’s here in the Northeast, USA attracting young and old by the thousands. It will be an all day event complete with over 50 vendors: flea market type, food concessions, booths for non-profit organizations, businesses, sponsors and all day games, prizes and activities for the children….

CAM Announces Sponsors & Ent. Line Up

See you all on Sunday!

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Photos: 32nd Santacruzan in Downtown, Jersey City

jose — Mon, 31 May 2010 00:43:59 +0000

Santacruzan Procession 2010

Filipinos in Jersey City gathered in Downtown, Jersey City for the 32nd Annual Santacruzan to recognize Virgin Mary. The event started at 10AM with street fair, but the highlight was the Santacruzan Procession – a religious parade celebrating the month of May — Virgin Mary’s month.

Non-Filipino Religious Groups were a welcome addition to the festivity

In the afternoon, the procession was preceded by the Holy Eucharist at St. Mary’s Church at 2nd Street and Erie Street. After the mass, the participants of the procession assembled outside to start the parade around the area. Revelers enjoyed the rest of the afternoon watching on stage performances.

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The pictures have light watermark on them, but if you’d like a clean copy and a larger version of a specific photo, you can post a comment below indicating the picture(s) you choose, or email me at info@filipinosinjc.com …. Be sure to indicate the page number, column number and row number of the photo(s).

A Healthy Valentine’s Party Dinner Dance

jose — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 17:36:13 +0000

Tomorrow, February 20, 2010 (Saturday), Pan American Concerned Citizens Action League (PACCAL) will hold a post Valentine’s Day dinner dance party at Our Lady of Victory Auditorium to promote “healthy marriage and family strengthening” in the Filipino community during this Valentine’s celebration.

PACCAL’s community partner in the project AsPIRE – Kalusuguan Coalition – will offer FREE health screenings between 5:00 PM and 8:30 PM.

Valentine’s Day and American Heart Month
What: Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance Party and Health Screenings
When: February 20, 2010 (Saturday) 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Where: Our Lady of Victory Auditorium – 240 Ege Avenue, Jersey City (off of West Side Av)
Contact: Linda Mayo (201) 388-1260
Organizers: PACCAL and Kalusugan Coalition

Read the rest for the full press release ….

FOR IMMEDIATE PRESS RELEASE
Contact: Linda Mayo
(201) 388-1260

PACCAL AND KALUSUGAN COALITION CELEBRATE AMERICAN HEART MONTH

Pan American Concerned Citizens Action League, Inc. (PACCAL) will hold a Valentine’s Party Dinner Dance and American Heart Month at 5 p.m. on Saturday, February 20, 2010. It will be held at Our Lady of Victory Auditorium, 240 Ege Avenue, Jersey City, NJ (near Westside Avenue).

PACCAL is a community partner of Kalusugan Coalition in the Project AsPIRE study addressing hypertension among Filipinos in New Jersey and New York. With Valentine’s Day and February being American Heart Month, this project becomes more significant. Kalusugan Coalition will offer FREE Blood Pressure, Glucose and Cholesterol screenings from 5:00 pm tp 8:30 p.m and invite participants to become involved in a Community Health Worker program to help them learn how to become healthier. (Anyone who wants to be screened should avoid eating 2 hours before the screenings.)

Additionally, in an effort to promote “healthy marriage and family strengthening” in the Filipino community during this Valentine’s celebration, PACCAL will honor 50 couples who are married for 25 years and above. This event promises to be a happy and truly momentous occasion for the month of hearts.

For information on the event, contact: Linda Mayo (201) 388-1260.

How to Help Typhoon Ondoy Victims in the Philippines

jose — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 23:26:18 +0000

Want to help the Typhoon Ondoy victims but don’t know where to send your donations here in Jersey City? There are actually various groups organizing relief efforts and fundraising events to help our fellow Filipinos back in the Philippines. One of them is “Bayan Mo“, sponsored by Nosaj Entertainment and Cassanova Entertainment.

“Bayan Mo!” is a fundraising event where you can spend an afternoon of live music and entertainment at Fiesta Grill (West Side Avenue and Montgomery Street, Jersey City). Everyone is invited and encouraged to bring monetary donations and goods. Monetary proceeds will be sent thru ABS-CBN foundation while goods will be shipped via LBC. Entertainers, singers/bands, performers are also invited to share their talent, so if you know one, send them the details below:

Bayan Mo!
Description: Fundraising event to benefit the victims of Typhoon Ondoy!
When: Sunday, Oct 4 from 12 noon to 4pm only.
Where: Fiesta Grill – 813 Westside Ave., Jersey City, NJ (Parking across the street)
Contact: (551)998-6020 (Jason) or (917)656 9443 (Joey) | (646)643-6611 or (973)970-9443

In line with this, three Pinoy groups in New Jersey — Anakbayan New Jersey/New York Chapter, NAFCON and SANDIWA — combined forces in organizing community relief drive to deliver badly needed relief goods to our most affected brothers and sister in the Philippines. They are also accepting cash, goods, clothing, and any kind of help for the victims of Typhoon Ondoy.

First batch of monetary donations are due tomorrow, October 3rd. First batch of “in-kind” donations are due October 15.

You may send your donations to the following drop-off points:
1) Sinugba Cafe – 561 Westside Ave. Jersey City, NJ 07304
2) Casa Victoria – 691 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306
3) Fil-Am Food Mart – 685 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306

Visit their facebook group page called “BAYANIHAN for the Victims of Typhoon Ondoy” for more information.

PAFCOM: Annual Get-Together Picnic @ LSP

jose — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 00:06:54 +0000

Reminder: PAFCOM is inviting all Filipinos in Jersey City to its annual get-together-PICNIC tomorrow – Sunday, July 19, 2009, at Liberty State Park.

PAFCOM: Annual Get-Together Picnic
Description: Events, Activities, Picnic, Potluck
When: July 19, 2009 Sunday around noon
Where: Liberty State Park, Jersey City

Read their message inside this post for more details ….

Dear PAFCOM members and friends,

Our Grand Marshal, Dr. Lorie D. Lizardo, her family, and the officers of PAFCOM cordially invite you to PAFCOM’s annual get-together-PICNIC on July 19 at the Liberty Park in Jersey City. This is also a way of celebrating the success of our Grand Parade and Festival and most importantly, a way of thanking you for the support you have shown and demonstrated towards PAFCOM.

The picnic starts at around noon. If you wish, you may bring your favorite dish, or favorite drinks, or favorite dessert to satisfy your discriminating palate. You may also bring table games, such as scrabbles, cards, chess, etc. I guarantee, everyone will have a ball.

Just like what you did on June 28, please place a dozen eggs outside your house and pray for a nice weather. It worked last time.

See you Sunday of July 19th.

Hector

PS: We have a limited number of tickets to give away for the upcoming Hip-Hop Dance Craze Competition sponsored by GMA / Western Union in August. I will distribute them at the picnic.

I’ll try to come and check this event out.

11th Philippine Fiesta in America (Secaucus, NJ)

jose — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 21:19:30 +0000

I’ve been here in New Jersey for more than 7 years already, but I’ve never been to a single Philippine Fiesta yet. Maybe this August will be the start.

11th Philippine Fiesta in America
Description: Cultural Events, Entertainment, Beauty Pageant, Food, Trades
Where: Meadowlands Expo Center in Secaucus, New Jersey
When: August 15, 2009 (12Noon-9PM) / August 16, 2009 (10AM-8PM)

Read the rest for more …

In general Philippine Fiesta is “the largest gathering of Filipinos in the East Coast“. Pinoys have two days to enjoy cultural events, social networking, and festivals.

Filipinos will get the chance to watch international & local entertainers such as Kim Chiu, Gerald Anderson, Sheryn Regis, and Bugoy.

For Pinoy entrepreneurs, this is also your opportunity for a business to business networking with other business-minded Filipinos.

For directions to get there, please call (201)330-7773. It would be nice if you mention that you found out about them through this website: Filipinos in Jersey City.

June 12: Philippine Independence Day Event in Jersey City

jose — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 23:53:43 +0000

In celebration of Philippine’s Independence Day, a Flag-raising ceremony will be held in Downtown, Jersey city tomorrow – June 12, 2009. PAFCOM is inviting Filipinos to join the celebration at the City Hall at 6PM.

Please continue to read PAFCOM’s message…

PAFCOM’s Email:

…this Friday we are holding our Flag Raising Day in Jersey City with Mayor Jerramiah T. Healy, Grand Marshal, Dr. Lorie D. Lizardo, a representative from ConGen Cecilia Rebong’s office, and the officers of PAFCOM to lead the celebration.

Please join us this Friday, June 12 at 6 PM at Jersey City Hall for the Flag Raising Ceremony. Let’s all be proud of our flag to hang beautifully and majestically in the City Hall until June 28. Light dinner will be served…

If you are not too busy tomorrow night, drop by at the City Hall and meet other Pinoys representing our beloved country.

Christmas Party: Couples For Christ – FFL

jose — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 00:32:54 +0000

A Filipino religious organization here in Jersey City – Couples For Christ-Foundation for Family and Life (CFC-FFL) – held their Christmas Party last night (Saturday. December 20, 2008) at Maria Room of Our Lady of Mercy Hall in Greenville section of JC.

The event was attended by approximately 150 people, which also included Kids For Christ, Youth For Christ, and other guests.

CFC-FFL (Chapter 1 – Jersey City) is divided into different units, and each performed a couple of numbers. One unit danced their own version of Pandanggo Sa Ilaw – a native Filipino dance in which dancers balance a lit candle lamp on their palms. Some groups sang Christmas Carols and religious songs.

Pandanggo Sa Ilaw

Members of Kids For Christ re-enacted the nativity scene with full props and costumes; while the members of Youth For Christ sang songs. When everyone’s done, the dance floor opened.

DJ Elmer

Kids For Christ

Couples For Christ-FFL

Youth For Christ

The event was EMCEE’d by CFC couple Alton and Abby De Castro and DJ’ed by Elmer Karaan (phone: 201-4339380).

If you have other pictures, feel free to send them to me at info@filipinosinjc.com. Make sure to choose the best photos and add some description. Let me know how you’d like to credited as well.

Have a blessed Sunday!