CTFLC News & Blog

Indeed, it was a celebration! Looking back a few weeks, most members of CTFLC were busy tackling grades and preparing for graduation. In spite of personal hectic schedule, each was able to squeeze in community participation such as the Balboa Centennial Philippine Independence and Mabuhay Festival 2015 celebrations. On June 14, 2015, CTFLC unwound and relaxed at Hornblower Cruise Ship. Thanks to Maria Fontimayor, as well as the CTFLC Social Committee members who meticulously planned and prepared everything. At exactly 6:00 PM that Sunday, everbody boarded and the ship left San Diego Seaport Harbor. For this three-hour yacht cruise, everybody enjoyed each other’s company, feasted on three-course meal, relished the beuatiful scenery by the bay, and swayed with the rhythm of the music. Before the boat sailed, everybody scrambled for their cameras to capture the moment with selfies and groupies. Smiles beamed everywhere. Dining in spectacular view was a moment to remember. With a

Saturday, June 13, 2015, Mabuhay Festival celebrated the 117th Philppine Independence Day.  This event recognized the significance of Filipino leaders and organizations for promoting a better life in the community.  They also have singing contest, beauty pageant, and different community vendors. Mabuhay Scholarship CTFLC facilitated the Mabuhay Scholarship.  The following are the Mabuhay scholarship recipients who received $500 each: Alyssa Ramos and Dona Gonzales from Morse High School Alonzo Escalante from Mar Vista High School Kamry Fields from Otay Ranch High School  Filipino Clothing Fashion Show CTFLC showcased tribal clothings such as the Ibaloi dress for women from the Mountain Province of Ifugao and the Talaanding tribal dress for women from the  foothills of Mt. Kitanglad. For the traditional clothing, women paraded different “kimona” blouses with different floral designs paired with “saya”, a traditional “Maria Clara” dress, a modern “Mestiza” dress or oftentimes called “ter

On June 5-7, 2015, CTFLC collaborated with Balboa Park Centennial 2015 Philippine American Celebration Committee (PACC). This three-day celebration happened at Balboa Park Organ Pavilion and the House of Pacific Relations lawn in San Diego. Filipinos commemorated the relationship between United States and the Philippines. Plethora of international and local artists such as Martin Nievera, the King of Philippine Pop Music, and Jessica Sanchez, one of “American Idol” grand finalists, performed at this event. Filipino food, games, and entertainment kept visitors on their toes. On the third day, June 7, 2015, Sunday, CTFLC together with the Filipino American Educators Association of San Diego (FILAMEDA) and the Filipino American National Historical Society (FAHNS) joined forces to sponsor Filipino games. Mr. Rey Idos, Eastlake High School Filipino Language teacher, and Ms. Jacquilin Magat-Lapid, CTFLC president and Bell Junior Filipino Language teacher, spearheaded the Filipino socia