FIL-AM FEST 2014: CELEBRATING 10 YEARS
The Filipino American Arts and Culture Festival known as “Fil-Am Fest” held its 10th year celebration on Saturday, 4th October in Paradise Valley Road (between Woodman St. and Gilmartin Rd), with the theme: “Halo-Halo: A Mix of All Good Things”. The Entertainment Schedule (11:00am – 5:00pm) started with the Opening Ceremony at the Bayanihan Stage: Singing of the Star-Spangled Banner by Nikko Nobleza and Lupang Hinirang by PASACAT Singers. Ms. Jacquilin Magat-Lapid and Mr. Michael Lapid, President and Secretary respectively of FILAMEDA, recognized the contribution of administrators, educators, and community members who supported the Filipino community. Then, Bell Middle School students in Filipino under Ms. Lapid sang the Filipino Alphabet song, followed by presentations and demonstrations by PASACAT, Samahan, Kulintronica, the Tribal Theory; Bibingka Cupcake Decorations, Pancit Eating Contest, as well as Halo-Halo Eating Contest – to the delight of everyone! The Council for Teaching Fi...