Novenas to Our Lady of Guadalupe, Immaculate Conception in Woodside

DEC. 7—San Sebastian Church, Woodside, Queens, is holding a series of novena to mark the two big Marians feasts this month — the Our Lady of Guadalupe and  the Immaculate Conception — at the Convent Chapel of the Church from Nov. 29 to Dec. 7. Schedule on weekdays: 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., on Sat. Dec. 3 from  3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., and on Sun., Dec. 4 from 3 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.. Novena  aims to pray for peace, in the world, in the family and in every heart by living  a consecrated life (union with God) through the intercession of Mother Mary.  The novena has a theme for each day — Mary Seat of Wisdom, Marian Multiplier,  Mary Reveals Her Name, Mary’s Purity, To Jesus through Mary, Mary’s Maternal  Love, John Paul II’s Marian Devotion, Mary and the Rosary and Consecration to  Mary. For details, call Pete or Del Mendoza at (718) 639-7084.

Jaycees’ Distinguished Service Award at Crowne Plaza Hotel La Guardia

DEC. 9—The Philippine-New York Junior Chamber of Commerce, Inc. will hold its  annual Distinguished Service Award and Presidential Gala to honor a leader that has shown continuous passion for the community and to celebrate the accomplishments of the Jaycees in 2005. It will be held from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Crowne Plaza Hotel La Guardia, 104-04 Ditmars Boulevard, East Elmhurst, N.Y. Dinner-dance. Attire: Business or semi-formal. RSVP by Dec. 5 and pay $70. Pay $80 after Dec. 5 and at the door. Contact persons are Joe Valdez (917) 494-6234 or Christina Corcuera (646) 322-0236.

Philippine–New York Jaycees distinguished service award

DEC. 9—The Philippine–New York Jaycees will be holding its Annual
Distinguished Service Award and Presidential Gala on at The Crowne Plaza Hotel located at 104-04 Ditmars Blvd, East Elmhurst, NY, from 7:00 pm to 12:00 am. Tickets are $70 until December 3rd and $80 thereafter. To make reservations, please contact Joe Valdez at (917) 494-6234.

Showing of untold story of U.S. Army’s Filipino Infantry Regiments

DEC. 11—“An Untold Triumph,” the never-been-told story of the U.S. Army’s 1st and 2nd Filipino Infantry Regiments, will be shown as a treat to the veterans, their families, supporters and the public at the Kalayaan Hall of the Philippine Center at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. This award-winning 85-minute documentary (winner of Hawaii International Film Festival), produced by Noel Izon and narrated by actor Lou Diamond Phillips, illuminates the most important period in the history of Filipino-Americans. Cosponsored by the Philippine American Veterans Organization, Inc. (PAVO), the Philippine American Veterans Auxiliary, Inc. (PAVOA), the Sons, Daughters and Orphans of the Philippine American Veterans,
Inc. (SDO-PAV) and in cooperation with the Consulate General of the
Philippines, New York. The movie showing is sponsored by the Citibank of New York. Contact persons are Jose Genito at (201) 420-5926 or pavojc@aol.com ; Jojie Rago-Adia at (908) 313-6877 or jragoadia2003@aol.com ; or Tony Pormento at (201) 978-2111 or tonypormento@aol.com

War vets ‘Untold Triumph’docu showing at PhilCenter, NYC

DEC. 11—“An Untold Triumph,” the never-been-told story of the U.S. Army’s 1st and 2nd Filipino Infantry Regiments will be shown from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.at the Kalayaan Hall of the Philippine Center on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. Winner of Audience Award in the Hawaii International Film Festival, the 85-minute documentary is narrated by Lou Diamond Phillips.

Simbang Gabi at the Chapel of San Lorenzo on Broome St., NYC

DEC. 16—The Chapel of San Lorenzo at 378 Broome Street (between Mulberry and Mott Streets) in Manhattan will host a series of Sambang Gabi starting Dec. 16 with the New York Madrigals performing in a concert. This year’s theme is “Filipino ‘Diaspora’ Spirituality.” The series will be until the 24th and all masses will start at 6:30 p.m. The Dec.18 mass will feature Rondalla Christmas which will start at 4 p.m. For more information, call (212) 966-1019.

Joint Christmas party at Step By Step Dancesport in Bergenfield

DEC. 17—The Philippine Air Force Navy Army Group (Inact), Inc. and the Association of the Local Staff of Permanent Missions to the United Nations will hold their first joint Christmas party at Step By Step Dancesport at 24 New Bridge Road, Bergenfield, N.J., from 6 p.m. to midnight. Attire: semi-formal. Donation: $25/person. Contact persons are Boyet (201) 724-8050, Roger (201) 724-0414, Rolly (973) 998-0661 or Roy (732) 574-0185.

Deadline for nominations for 2006 PIDCI Grand Marshal on Dec. 17

DEC. 17—The deadline for submission of nominations for the 2006 Grand Marshal of the Philippine Independence Day celebration is midnight of Dec. 17. Nomination forms are available by calling any member of the PIDCI Board of Directors or anyone on the Grand Marshal Committee: Lolita Compas, chair, (212) 777-6423 or (212) 995-6134; Lolita Gillberg (914) 576-5124, Sofie Abad 718-849-4581,
Gani Puertollano (908) 964-5473, Nelsie Parrado (973) 291-6428 or Ness Quijano (732) 297-3245 or (212) 857-1340. For criteria and other information, call (212) 777-5423 or (212) 995-6134.

Aklan Eastern USA annual Christmas party, coronation

DEC. 17—Aklan Association Eastern USA, Inc. will hold its Christmas party at 6 p.m. at Our Lady of Mercy Church Auditorium, 40 Sullivan Avenue, Jersey City, N.J. Mass will be celebrated by Fr. J. Beltran and Fr. P. Rentino. Aklan’s Little Miss Christmas 2005 will be crowned. Each family is requested to bring dish to share. Entrance fees are $15 (adults), $10 (teens/seniors) $5 (7-12 years old) and free for 6 and below. Contact persons are Henry Rogan (973) 736-7726, Belma/Ric Abello (973) 325-8445, Don Romero (973) 829-7088, Nonoy Castro
(201) 568-9822, Virgil Malapit (201) 265-2068, Bernie Tamayo (718) 297-2732, Jun Teston (718) 835-2209, Tes Refols (718) 763-3827, Terence Raz (718) 761-2126, Nonong Franco (908) 206-1389, Lionel Egasan (914) 793-2738, Jun Duran (845) 358-9285 or Pete Ibadlit (917) 362-4974.

FAHSI to hold Light-A-Parol at Queens Museum of Art

DEC. 18—Filipino-American Human Services Inc. (FAHSI) will hold its 3rd annual Light A Parol celebration from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Queens Museum of Art located in Flushing Meadow Corona Park, Queens, N.Y. A parol is a colorful Philippine Christmas lantern, usually in the form of a star that represents the star of Bethlehem, and used as Christmas decor throughout the Philippines. The community is invited to sponsor a parol that will be lit on a Christmas tree at the museum. Refreshments will be provided. Performances by the FAHSI community, silent auction and a Filipiniana marketplace. For particulars, call Ted Martinez at (718) 883-1295 or e-mail fahsi@fahsi.org  or visit www.fahsi.org

Dancing Stars of Our Lady of Angelus to hold Christmas party

DEC. 18—The Dancing Stars of Our Lady of the Angelus Parish Church will hold its first Christmas party (potluck) at the gymnasium from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Dancing Stars of OLA was formed to raise funds for the parish by the NY Line Dancers of Queens (Myrna Littlewort, Linda Guanzon and Glenita Sakdalan). Archie Reyes is the dance instructor. Donation is $5 with merienda cena. Call Bernie (718) 897-4331, Myrna (917) 698-7097, Nitchie (718) 699-0471 or Cely (718) 459-8039.

Christian Life Program at Blessed Sacrament Church, Valley Stream

JAN. 14, 2005—See what Couples for Christ is all about. Attend the
orientation session of the Christian Life Program (CLP) and learn about this life renewal program that has touched the lives of thousands of families worldwide. From 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in Valley Stream, N.Y. Ministry available for married single parents, single adults, separated, widowed, divorced, youth and kids. Admission is free. Kids watch will be available for free at the premises. Contact persons are Robert or Weng Rodriguez (516) 812-9594, or Ian or Aying Inquimboy (516) 414-6812.

San Juan de Dios Hospital RN Class ’61 reunion in HI

MAY 12-13, 2006—The Hospital de San Juan de Dios, College of Nursing, Class 1961 will hold a grand reunion at the Sheraton Kauai Resort in Kauai, Hawaii. For complete information, call Perlita Senti-Cruz Mararagan at (808) 337-9588, Mila Salvador Yuson (415) 681-2250, Mercy Rodriguez Nelson (973) 989-0764, Imelda Basconcello Tecson (757) 466-0459 or Aida Arce Fusilero (925) 292-1515.

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  or Mica Calica-Kerkdijk at gelikerk@yahoo.com  or Loudette Torres-de Leon at
EdgarLou@juno.com

Arellano High Class ’56 to mark golden jubilee

Arellano High School Class of 1956 will celebrate its golden jubilee on April 30, 2006. One celebration will be held back home for all Philippine-based alumni, and one in the United States for those who have migrated here. The locations and other data will be announced later. Ray Olmos of Southern California is the U.S. coordinator. He can be reached at (800) 883-7243 ext. 1005 or by email: rpolmos@rcmclean.com  Contact persons in the Philippines are Horacio See
at 09174681875 (rexysese@yahoo.com ) and Herman Gamboa at htgamboa@dcdc.com.pha