Ruben

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Piyesta Pinoy makes a dream come true for one lucky Pinay

It was Ingrid Bantugan’s second time to perform at Piyesta Pinoy in Bolingbrook. This year, she regaled the crowd with her rousing rendition of the OPM classic Mamang Sorbetero at half past noon. It was made even more fun with the participation of Norman Paredes who gamely pushed his sorbetes (ice cream) cart in perfect …

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PIYESTA PINOY on June 8, 2024

PHILIPPINE FEST (PIYESTA PINOY) in Bolingbrook on June 8, 2024 In celebration of the 126th Independence Day of the Philippines, the Philippine American Cultural Foundation (PACF) and the Filipino American Historical Society of Chicago (FAHSC) in partnership with the Village of Bolingbrook will host the annual Philippines Festival. We invite you to JOIN US, ENJOY …

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Save the Date – June 10, 2023 Piyesta Pinoy

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                  February 16, 2023                                                                                Email: [email protected] PHILIPPINE PIYESTA IN THE MIDWEST will be BACK IN-Person ON ITS 10TH YEAR ANNIVERSATY In celebration of the 125th Independence day of the Philippines, the Philippine American Cultural Foundation (PACF), the organizers of this Piyesta Pinoy will host the annual Philippines Fiesta. PIYESTA PINOY …

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Celebrate the Filipino American History Month 2022

CELEBRATE THE FILIPINO AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH 2022 Chicago, Il. – In 2009, the US Congress thru the House of Senate and House of Representatives respectively passed H. Res. 780 recognizing October 2011 and every October thereafter as Filipino American History Month (FAHM) to celebrate the history and culture of Filipino Americans and their historic contributions …

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2022 Piyesta Pinoy is back in-person

PIYESTA PINOY IS BACK IN-PERSONISAVE THE DATE: Saturday, June 11, 202211:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDTThe Roger C. Claar Performing Arts Center375 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL We are very happy to announce that Piyesta Pnoy will be back in-person after 2 years off due to the pandemic. This will be the 9th year of …

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FILIPINO FILM feature at the Chicago International Children’s Film Festival (CICFF38)

FILIPINO FILM feature at the Chicago International Children’s Film Festival (CICFF38) Chicago, Il. – Welcome to FACETS’ 38th Annual Chicago International Children’s Film Festival (CICFF38), one of only two Oscar-qualifying children’s film festivals in the world. Each year, the CICFF is proud to present a diverse selection of high-quality films for children, teens, and adults, featuring over …

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CELEBRATE THE FILIPINO AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH – October 2021

CELEBRATE THE FILIPINO AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH – October 2021 CELEBRATE THE FILIPINO AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH Chicago, Il. – In 2009, the US Congress thru the House of Senate and House of Representatives respectively passed H. Res. 780 recognizing October 2011 and every October thereafter as Filipino American History Month (FAHM) to celebrate the history and …

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Support Filipino Restaurants Raffle Winners

Thank you so much for all of you who participated, dined-in and/or ordered take-out food from the local Filipino restaurants during the 2021 Piyesta Pinoy campaign and raffle to support the Filipino restaurants for recovery. The raffle drawing was held on July 3. Here is the link to watch the virtual drawing and announcement of the winners …

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PIYESTA PINOY In celebration of the 123rd Independence Day of the Philippines

In celebration of the 123rd Independence Day of the Philippines, the Philippine American Cultural Foundation (PACF), the organizers of this Piyesta Pinoy will host a virtual Philippines Fiesta in partnership with the Philippine Consulate General in Chicago. “At Home with Piyesta Pinoy 2021: Support Local Filipino Restaurants for Recovery”will be live on the Piyesta Pinoy …

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PIYESTA PINOY GOES ONLINE ON ITS 8TH YEAR

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                  Contact: Ruben Salazar May 20, 2021                                                                                 Email: [email protected] BIGGEST PHILIPPINE PIYESTA IN THE MIDWEST GOES ONLINE ON ITS 8TH YEAR In celebration of the 123rd independence day of the Philippines, the Philippine American Cultural Foundation (PACF), the organizers of this Piyesta Pinoy will host a virtual Philippines Fiesta with …

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