Some of you might wonder why I take the time to content-curate community events that benefit the Filipino American community and the community-at-large. This is because mainstream media mediums do not often highlight what happens in our community.
I announce not only non-profit organized events or cultural happenings. In my social media posts, I pay attention to the shakers and movers who aim for positive change in the communities we serve. One of them is Marjan Philhour, a Filipina American candidate for Supervisor (District 1) in San Francisco. It is rare that I get to sit down and get acquainted with the person, not the politician. It was an honor and privilege to meet a political candidate who represents our API community with passion and grace. Marjan’s personal story (that I wrote) will be out there in the social media universe soon.
Together with three other co-editors, I am about to finish editing an anthology of stories, contributed by Overseas Filipinos and Overseas Filipino Workers worldwide. Their personal essays about their diaspora journeys are diverse and provocative. It will make an interesting read!
Our Filipino community’s activities open my eyes to an exhilarating world of endless celebrations and thought-provoking gatherings. Let me know if you decide to increase your involvement in some of our advocacies.
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JUNE 8, 2024
EVENT TITLE: SIGLAthon
TYPE OF EVENT: on-site
ORGANIZER(S): Organizations at SOMA Pilipinas
WHAT: A free outdoor health and wellness event featuring a 5K and Senior Mile race.
DESCRIPTION: The event aims to promote active living, healthy eating, and the utilization of Slow Streets areas. It is designed to provide an inclusive racing experience that caters to all age groups and abilities, while utilizing the SOMA Slow Streets envisioned by residents and stakeholders. The Senior Mile is open for ages 60 to 120. Starting at 10:30 a.m. runners or walkers will complete 5 loops of the course at SOMA Slow Streets from Bonifacio Street to Lapu Lapu Street to Rizal Street and Tandang Sora Street and ending at the finish line on Bonifacio Street. There will be aid stations with water on the course. Each registered participant will receive at the finish line their finisher’s medal and a goodie bag with food and drink.
WHEN: Saturday, June 8, 2024
WHERE: SOMA Slow Streets (Mabini, Bonifacio, Lapu Lapu, Rizal, and Tandang Sora Streets)
WHAT TIME: 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
HOW MUCH: Free
RSVP BY: June 2, 2024 before midnight; Space is limited!
RSVP LINK: https://www.siglathon.com/
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JUNE 8, 2024
EVENT TITLE: Flipping the Boat
TYPE OF EVENT: on-site
ORGANIZER(S): Manilatown Heritage Foundation and the San Francisco Maritime Museum
WHAT: An intergenerational, family-friendly miniature boat making workshop
DESCRIPTION: There will be a monthly workshop until July 13, 2024 where we will dive into untold stories and flip the script on history! We’ll teach participants how to create their own miniature boats (using tsinelas or flip-flops) and highlight them in a “place of honor” at the International Hotel Manilatown Center. On August 4, 2024, boat makers and the general public are welcome to join us at the Aquatic Park, commemorate the boats with a ceremony, and walk the streets of San Francisco to the International Hotel Manilatown Center, continuing the festivities during this “Day of Reclamation” with snacks and networking.
WHEN: Saturday, June 8, 2024
WHERE: International Hotel Manilatown Center
868 Kearny Street, San Francisco, CA 94108
WHAT TIME: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
HOW MUCH: Free. Donations accepted.
RSVP TO: Inquiries only at mhf@manilatown.org
RSVP BY: May 11, 2024 before the event
RSVP LINK: https://tinyurl.com/flippingtheboat2024
WEBSITE: https://www.manilatown.org/
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JUNE 9, 2024
EVENT TITLE: Filipino Independence Day Festival, hosted by Apl.de.Ap of the Black Eyed Peas
TYPE OF EVENT: on-site
ORGANIZER(S): District Six, San Francisco
WHAT: Food, Palengke, and Music
DESCRIPTION: District Six will come alive with the spirit of the Philippines as we immerse ourselves in a day of cultural performances, culinary delights, and community camaraderie. Connect with local entrepreneurs, taste traditional Filipino dishes, and enjoy an afternoon of shopping and exploration with family and friends. Prepare to be entertained! Our stage will feature a lineup of talented performers, continuing our tradition of showcasing phenomenal artists. Past performers have included P-LO, Noodz, Drop N Harmony, and Jocelyn Enriquez, who brought incredible energy and excitement to our celebrations.
WHEN: Sunday, June 9, 2024
WHERE: 428 11th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
WHAT TIME: 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m.
HOW MUCH: Free entry for one guest before 2:00 p.m.; $5 entry per guest
RSVP BY: June 9, 2024 before the event
RSVP LINK: https://tinyurl.com/filipinofestival06092024
WEBSITE: https://www.aplfi.org/
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This Filipino community events announcement column is a community service project spearheaded by me.
DISCLAIMER: This is my content curation of events, aka my choices, which are organized by community-based organizations in the San Francisco Bay Area and community events that benefit our diverse communities. If you have questions about an event, click on the RSVP link or find the contact person or organizers mentioned in the announcement. There are some events included in this column that I help promote or organize.
