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PHILIPPINE INDEPENDENCE DAY (Araw ng Kalayaan)
LET’S GO BACK HOME (TO HOMEVILLE) AND CELEBRATE THE PHILIPPINE INDEPENDENCE DAY!
Come share memories with Kababayan and Friends!
Sunday, JUNE 12, 2011 - 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
LECHON provided
Potluck dinner @ 4 pm- bring favorite dish (or dessert) and drink
Homeville Christian Church (outside in upper lot, weather permitting)
4702 Eliza St West Mifflin, Pa 15122
Contact: Jun (724) 513-2656, Dave (412 527-9700)
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
2-4 PM PALARO (GAMES), SONGS, PINATA
4-5 PM KALAYAAN PROGRAM, HIGHLIGHTS, AWARDS & GIFTS
5-6 PM DINNER
AFTER 6 SURPRISE TAGALOG MOVIE
MR. SORBETERO (ice cream sundae)
For more info: contact@faap.org
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YFAP IS ASKING FAAP MEMBERS AND FRIENDS TO DONATE ACTIVITY KITS FOR THE LONG TERM PATIENTS OF CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
June 12, 2011 – a drop box will be placed at Homeville during the Independence Day Celebration
All items that are donated must be new. Used items cannot be accepted due to infection control reasons.
Wish List: Michael’s Craft gift certificates, JoAnn Fabric gift
certificates, Fabric Paint, Blank canvas tote bags, bandanas, place
mats, hats, aprons…for patients to paint, Acrylic Paint, Tacky Glue,
Fiskar scissors and fancy edging scissors, Glitter Glue, Fuzzy Felt
Pictures for coloring, Stickers, Stampers and stamp pads, Blank note
card sets, Bubbles, Beads and Lacing, Pom Poms, Chenille Stems, Paint
Brushes, Foam sheets and shapes, Craft Kits (no glass or candles) foam
craft kits, Crayola Crayons & Books, Crayola Markers, Colored
Pencils, Jewelry Making Kits, Paint by numbers, Painting Projects:
paper mache, wooden, plaster, etc. (nothing glass), Plastic Sun
Catchers and paints, Reams of Computer Paper, Plain Pillowcases
(white), Wrapping Paper (all occasion), Wooden crafts (plain),
Scrapbooking Paper Supplies, Canvas Boards (for painting).Scrapbooking
Paper Supplies, Canvas Boards (for painting)
For more info: contact@thefaap.org
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12/06/2011: President Benigno Aquino's Message for the 113th Commemoration of the Philippine Independence
MALACAÑAN PALACE MANILA
My warmest greetings to
my fellow Filipinos in the United States, as you celebrate the 113th
Anniversary of Philippine Independence.
I am heartened by the unfailing dedication of Filipino-Americans to
exalt their Philippine heritage, even as they actively participate in
the different aspects of civic and national life in their adopted
country. We in the Philippines deeply appreciate your sacrifices
as you support your families back home and contribute to our noble task
of nation-building. This willingness to be part of genuine
transformation demonstrates the reinvigorated solidarity that we affirm
as we relive this momentous day in our country’s history.
Let us take this moment to not only celebrate the freedom that we
cherish, but also to remember the brave men and women who valiantly
fought for our liberty. Spurred by undying love for our country
and strong compassion for their fellow Filipinos, our forefathers
engaged in a revolution that has marked our race’s strength and
determination. Among them is our national hero Dr. Jose P. Rizal,
whose 150th Birth Anniversary we commemorate this year. He stands
for the potential and power of change that lies within each of us: his
life and works stirred a nation to answer the call of transformation,
and his martyrdom incited a triumphant struggle for independence.
Years have passed, and the circumstances may be different, but the
challenge remains the same: to never waver from the straight and
righteous path, and to work together to establish a future of stability
and peace. Today, we are faced with new obstacles: the fight
against poverty, the struggle to obtain equitable justice, the campaign
for good governance. We share a vision: that of a Philippine free
from poverty, hunger, corruption and apathy—the Philippines that its
people deserves. Our struggle for national prosperity and
progress continues. As the children of heroes, it is our
obligation to persist and to stay the course.
As we fight our own battles today, in our own shores and in foreign
lands, may we always be reminded of our rich history and heritage, our
brilliance and sense of purpose. Time and time again, we have
proven that so long as we are united under the banner of transparency,
accountability, and integrity, we can take on any insurmountable task.
Source here
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