Filipino Culture in Jersey City: Santacruzan 2009

By: jose | April 23rd, 2009 | 6 comments - (Comments are closed)

Santacruzan is one the most popular traditions in the Philippines. It is a parade during the month of May which is also known as Flores de Mayo (Flowers of May), a festival honoring the Virgin Mary.

In the Philippines, the Santacruzan parades last for a month, with different Hermanas/Hermanos and Reynas for each night. Here in [...]



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PAFCOM Grand Marshal Gala Night

By: jose | March 19th, 2009 | Leave a comment

This Gala Night is only one of the many activities of PAFCOM. This one is happening two days from now. Some proceeds will go to Filipino-American Friendship Day Grand Parade which will take place on June.

PAFCOM Grand Marshal Gala Night
Description: Gala, cocktail, dance
When: March 21, 2009 Saturday 7PM – 12PM
Where: Grand Ballroom Marriott Hotel Newark [...]



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Dr. Jose Rizal Essay and Oratorical Contest 2008

By: jose | November 29th, 2008 | One comment

Dr. Jose Rizal Contest at Five Corners Library

There is a contest for Filipino/American students between the ages 8-25 years old about Philippines’ National Hero: Dr. Jose Rizal. If you are eligible to join, you are invited to participate in the said event. Huge cash prize awaits the winner of the contest!

You must hurry up, [...]



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