NY celebration of Feast of Our Lady of Antipolo

MAY 21—The feast of Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage, also known as the Our Lady of Antipolo, will be celebrated for the first time as a diocesan-wide event in New York at St. Robert Bellarmine Church, 56-15 213th St. in Bayside, N.Y., home of the Our Lady of Antipolo replica since 1998 For particulars, call any of the following: (all 718) Bert 229-0817, Hermes 225-4219, Noel 224-9205 or Connie & Rudy 672-9652.

Tanglaw tennis tourney at East Hampton, NY

MAY 21—Tanglaw, the Filipino-American Society of Long Island (NY), Inc. will host the Tanglaw Fund-Raising Tennis Tournament at 11 a.m. at East Hampton Indoor/Outdoor Tennis Club. Cost is $75 per person (lunch included, check payable to Tanglaw). Doubles tournament for players of different levels. Send level of play (A, B, C, D) and check to Dahlia Aman, president of Tanglaw, 1 High Ridge Road, East Hampton, NY 11937.

Cavite Association USA ball, induction of officers

MAY 21—The Cavite Association USA, Inc. will hold its induction of officers for 2004-2006 at Holiday Inn, Suffern, N.Y. To be inducted president is Almar Solis of Rockland County and originally from Rosario, Cavite. Expected to attend are Cavite Gov. Ayong Maliksi, Mayor Munding del Rosario of Tanza, Mayor Renato Abutan of Rosario, and Provincial Board Member Raffy Rodriguez of Kawit. For reservations and info, call Almar Solis 845-354-9114, Jon Lontok 718-229-6410 or Charlie Caramanzana 516-796-5365.

Mother Ignacia Movement of New York Chapter

MAY 21—The Ilocano American Association Inc. of Jamaica, N.Y. cordially invites you to a day of spiritual enrichment with Sister Maria Rita Ferraris, RVM. Sister Rita belongs to the Congregation of the Religious of the Virgin Mary, the first Filipino congregation founded in 1684 by Mother Ignacia del Espiritu Santo. Come join the making of history and learn all about Mother Ignacia del Espiritu Santo and the process involved in her becoming the very first Filipina saint in the world. Venue: Philippine American Center, 185-14 Hillside Avenue, Jamaica, NY 11432. Time: 10 a.m. Date: Sunday, May 21, 2005. For more information, call Carmencita Pulido, R.N. at (718) 297-5091 or Sister Ma. Mansueta Dolalas, RVM (908) 377-0323 or (973) 497-4204.

FAHSI hosts free immigration forum

MAY 22—The Filipino American Human Services, Inc. (FAHSI) will host Immigration Law Information Forum, co-sponsored by the NY State Citizenship Unit, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Philippine-American Center at 185-14 Hillside Avenue, Jamaica, N.Y. The forum aims to provide information regarding obtaining legal residency and applying for citizenship. Guest speakers will answer questions about changes in immigration law after 9/11. Everyone is welcome. Food will be provided. For details, call Vilma Braga, FAHSI program director, at (718) 883-1295 or visit www.fahsi.org

Negrosanon USA induction charity ball in Flushing, N.Y.

MAY 22—The Negrosanon USA, Inc. will hold its induction charity ball at Sheraton East Flushing, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Donation is $55. Contact persons are Estrel/Eugene Chua (631) 669-0767, Pacita Maja (212) 473-8311, Anthony Yulo Poblador (917) 544-9849, Isagani Puertollano (908) 964-5473, Rhodora Urmasa 718-343-2702, Wilson/Jocelyn Verzosa 201-387-6046, Albert/Dolly Yulo 201-652-3267 or Rolly/Paz Abuyen 631-587-8150.

Hangad in concert at St. Malachy’s Church

MAY 27—“Biyaheng Hangad” (An Easter Journey), a concert featuring popular inspirational music and original liturgical songs featuring Hangad, a musical group from the Philippine Jesuit Music Ministry, will be held at St. Malachy’s Church—The Actor’s Chapel—at 239 West 49th Street (bet. 8th Ave. and Broadway) in Manhattan, for the benefit of the newly-formed Cathedral of Saint Patrick Young Singers ( www.cspys.org  ). Hangad is composed of students and young professionals in the U.S. and the Philippines who spread God’s Word through music. For tickets ($15) and other info, visit www.actorschapel.org  or www.hangad.org

Day of Prayer honoring Our Lady of All Nations

MAY 28—The World Apostolate of Fatima Shrine (Blue Army) in Washington, NJ will hold a Rosary procession starting at 10 a.m., to be followed by Holy Mass, side conference/talks on Our Lady of All Nations, adoration of the Blessed Sacraments, chaplet of Divine Mercy and benediction. Bus available at St. John’s Church, cor. Broad and Harrison St., Leonia, NJ at 7:30 a.m. For info, call Mary at (201) 944-3285.

27th Marikenians reunion in Piscataway, N.J.

MAY 28—The 27th annual Marikenians reunion will be held from 9 am to 6 pm at the Riverside Park in Piscataway, N.J. Contact persons are Randee Santos 718-658-1059, Sollie Pioquinto 718-565-6858, Mel Marcelo 718-565-1833, Androng Santos 201-333-8398 or Cesar Marcelo 201-792-2209.

Kahirup hosts fund-raising project in Bergenfield, N.J.

MAY 28—The Kahirup Foundation, Inc. invites YOU, along with friends and relatives to join in their 2005 fund-raising dance for a partnership project called “GAWAD Kalinga.” Venue is Step by Step Dancesport located at 24 Newbridge Road, Bergenfield, NJ 07621. Donation: $35/person; buffet dinner: 6:30 p.m. prompt; followed by dancing till 12 midnight; ladies: formal, men: suit. To RSVP, call Rene Palma (201) 697-9736, Eduard Sanz (212) 715-0568, MariJo Palencia (212) 983-3436, Reggie Pacificador (718) 658-1348 or Evan Prado (718) 458-2041.

ACES to hold anniversary gala in North Bergen, N.J.

MAY 28—The Alliance for Cultural and Educational Services, Inc. (ACES) will hold a fund-raising anniversary gala at the Top of the Meadows Days Inn in North Bergen, N.J. on May 28, 2005 at 7 p.m. ACES is a nonprofit organization that provides education and cultural services to the youth, as well as adults. The annual projects of the association include scholarships to the youth in the Philippines and New Jersey, workshop to teachers, parents and the youth, children pavilion, arts and crafts, and essay and painting contests. For more information, call Belen Castillo at (973) 485-8906/sbelen_castillo0404@yahoo.com  or Vicky Rey (908) 352-3313/ VRey@worldnet.att.net . To know more about ACES, visit www.acesinc.org

Asia Festival, Miss Asia America Pageant in NJ

JUNE 4—The Asian American Cultural Foundation will hold its first Asia Festival of Performing Arts and Miss Asia America Pageant at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark, N.J.
For info call Andrew Pappachen, executive vice president, at 973-697-5992 (day) or 973-808-2077 (night), or (732) 829-5852 (or visit www.missasiaamerica.org). Candidates for the pageant must be between 18 and 25 years old on June 1, 2005, born to an Asian American parent and residents of the United States or Canada. Scholarship grants, cash prizes and gifts will be awarded to the top three winners. A preliminary pageant will be held on June 3 at the Robert Treat Hotel in Newark, N.J. Application fee is $100. Deadline for filing application is April 15. For tickets ($100 and $75), write to missasiaamerica@aol.com (or visit www.njpac.org ). For information, call Andrew Pappachen, executive vice president, at (973) 697-5992 (day) or (973) 808-2077 (night), or (732) 829-5852 (or visit www.missasiaamerica.org ).

Philippine Independence Day Parade in NYC

JUNE 5—The annual Philippine Independence Day commemoration marks the 107th anniversary of the declaration of Philippine independence. On tap for the day are the traditional trio of culminating events: the all-day Indepdendence Day Street Fair, the Cultural Festival and 2005 Philippine Independence Day Parade led by Grand Marshal Dr. Linda R. Pelayo. For information, to participate, or for any questions regarding the events, call Nimia Lacebal at (973) 338-4668, Gani Puertollano (908) 964-9901 or (908) 964-5473, Tambi Wycoco (212) 420-0145, Dr. Baby Bleza (516) 791-5462, Dr. Rommel Rivera (610) 892-2712, Arnie Rosario (203) 877-7260, Sofie Abad (718) 849-4581, Lolita Compas (212) 777-6423 or (212) 995-6134, Raul Estrellado (201) 262-3644, Dr. Boy Pangan (631) 242-1837, Wilson Verzosa (201) 387-6046, Philip Carreon (212) 677-6520, Dr. Angie Cruz (212) 807-0484, Dr. Ben Ileto (516) 433-2338 or Nanette Sering Wright (212) 787-8795.  www.pidci.org

Free real estate consultation

JUNE 5—You are invited to ask anything you need to know about real estate whether you are thinking of buying or selling. Visit Lorii Abela and Sue Anholt at the Century 21 William B. May Company booth during the Philippine Independence Day street fair at 24th Street and Madison Avenue from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. You can take advantage of free competitive market analysis or mortgage pre-approval. Much more, there would be in-house consultants who can advise you about coop board approval, feng shui, interior design and home staging. It is going to be a one-stop shop for your real estate needs. Don’t miss the fun, as there are giveaways, raffles and balloons for kids. Call Lorii Abela at (646) 283-1350 or Sue Anholt (212) 872-2331 for more information.

Leyte Dance Theatre at Fashion Institute NYC

JUNE 6—The renowned Leyte Dance Theatre will perform at the Fashion Institute of Technology (Haft Auditorium) on 7th Avenue and 27th Street in Manhattan. A Magno PI Production, the show is presented by the Philippine Consulate General of New York and the 2005 Philippine Independence Day Committee, Inc. Tickets are $100 (sponsors) and $35 and $25. Call the Consulate (212) 764-1330 x336, Nimia (973) 338-4668, Mila (917) 443-3634, Maryjo (212) 983-3436 or Hector (732) 563-4554 or (908) 229-0155.

Atienza Forum on Manila at R.P. Center

JUNE 9—Manila Mayor Lito Atienza will speak at a community forum on Manila at the Kalayaan Hall of the Philippine Center at 556 Fifth Avenue between 45th and 46th Streets in New York on Thursday, June 9 at 7:30 p.m. The forum was organized and will be presented by the Alliance of Manila and Philippine Islanders.

NY Madrigal Ensemble in NY summer concert

JUNE 12—The New York Madrigal Ensemble will perform in a summer concert sponsored by the Filipino Apostolate for the benefit of the Philippine Pastoral Center at St. John Nepomucene Church, 66th St. and First Ave., New York City. Tickets are $25. Call (212) 838-6311 (Fr. Erno).

NaFFAA-Region I golf tourney in Connecticut

JUNE 18—The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA)-Region One will be hosting a golf outing on at the
Laurel View Country Club in Hamden, Connecticut. Fee is $100 which includes green fee, golf cart, use of golf range, and food. This golf outing is open to the public. For registration form and other info, contact Van V. Mejia, Esq. at (201) 232-3865 or e-mail at vmejia@pbwt.com

Batangas Assoc. Eastern 32nd anniv. ball in N.J.

JUNE 19—The Batangas Association of the Eastern Seaboard, USA will hold its 32nd anniversary ball at Sheraton Newark Airport Hotel, 128 Frontage Road, Newark, N.J. from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Formal attire. Donation is $60. RSVP by June 4, 2005. Contact persons are Arthur Acosta (201) 532-8169, Armand & Eloisa Porto (201) 792-2532, Gene & Vener Asa (732) 323-9150, Chito or Josie Magahis (718) 761-2595, Gerry or Imelda Austria (201) 936-6813, Luis or Luzviminda Ona (201) 692-0883, or Vic or Mila Malantic (845) 477-3377.

NaFFAA-New York dinner-dance

JUNE 19—The National Federation of Filipino American Associations of New York will host a dinner-dance to honor Ten Most Outstanding Fathers on June 19, 2005 at 4 p.m. at The Skyline Hotel, 725 10th Avenue at 49th Street in Manhattan. For details, call Dr. Angie Cruz at (212) 807-0484, Nena Kaufman (212) 799-1847, Cora Reyes (212) 923-5997, Ner Martinez (347) 837-5853 or Joe Ramos (212) 254-0904.

Apalitenos dinner-dance hits the Marriott Hotel

JUNE 19—The Apalitenos, Eastern Seaboard, New Jersey cordially invites you to its induction of officers and ball on June 19, 2005 (Saturday) from 7 p.m. to 12 midnight at the Marriott Hotel’s grand ballroom in the Newark Liberty International Airport. Donation: $60 / person. Strictly formal. Music by The New Dynamic Band and DJ Tony. For reservations, call Vicky Lopez at (973) 751-2900, Grace Pineda (973) 844-0667, Mona Quiroz (201) 387-1686 or Fred Ibe (201) 225-9082.

USTPMTBBAA grand reunion in Las Vegas

JUNE 24-25—The 3rd annual grand reunion of the University of Santos Tomas Pharmacy, Medical Technology, Biochemistry and Botany Alumni Association (USTPMTBBAA) will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada at Tuscany Suites and Casino at 225 E. Flamingo Road. All alumni are invited. Contact person is Prof. Jose P.B. Gallardo, executive officer, P.O. Box 45, Iowa, IA 52244-0045. Send e-mail requests to jpbgallardo@yahoo.com

PAMET dinner-dance at Astoria World Manor

JUNE 25—The Philippine-American Association of Medical Technologists (PAMET-New York) will hold its annual dinner-dance at the Astoria World Manor in Astoria, N.Y. For details, call its president, Karen Galisim, at (212) 533-4413, Tony Arceo (212) 675-0497, Gigi Gonzales (718) 468-934, Helen Fajardo (718) 220-4721 or Dods Casingal (516) 747-1674.

Eucharistic pilgrimage to Alabama, North Carolina

AUG. 8-13—Pilgrimage to Mother Angelica’s Shrine of the Blessed Sacrament in Alabama, Ave Maria Grotto at Little Jerusalem, Cullman, Alabama; Eternal Word Television Network (EWTN) in Alabama, and the Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes in Belmont Abbey, North Carolina. Sightseeing in Tennessee, including Graceland. Bus and accommodation: $400/person (4 occupancy), $450/person (2 occupancy). All payments should be made to ADORNO Fathers and mail to Gloria & Ramon Ramos, 359 Union St., Lodi, N.J. 07644 before July 15, 2005. For the benefit of St. Michael’s Seminary, Ramsey, NJ; and Holy Trinity Seminary in Daet, Camarines Norte, Philippines. For more information, call Gloria (973) 473-7366, ADORNO Fathers (201) 327-7375, Naning (718) 931-4254, St. John’s Prayer Group (201) 568-2967.

St. Paul High Class ’81 gear for grand reunion

All graduates of St. Paul College of Manila, High School Class of 1981, are asked to sign up for the membership directory and join preparations for the grand alumnae homecoming and silver jubilee celebration in January 2006. A year-long series of fund raising activities are being planned in the U.S. and the Philippines. For details e-mail Cres Llorca-Logan at spcmhs81@yahoo.ca  orMica Calica-Kerkdijk at gelikerk@yahoo.com  or Loudette Torres-de Leon at EdgarLou@juno.com