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Renowned pianist Raul Sunico N.J. concert to benefit 3 organizations
Internationally acclaimed pianist Dr. Raul M. Sunico, celebrated for his artistry, virtuosity, and wide-ranging repertoire, will be performing at NJIT Kupfrian Hall in Newark, New Jersey, on Sunday, September 28 at 2 p.m. The event, titled “Raul Sunico: An Afternoon of Masterful Music,” promises to be an unforgettable afternoon of breathtaking music that highlights his […]
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Calendar from October
October 2 Casino Night from Charm City 22nd Eastern Regional Conference of the Philippine Nurses Association of America Live Casino & Hotel 7002 Arundel Mills Circle Suite 7777 Hanover, MD October 2 to October 30 Fall 2025 Adult Conversational Filipino, Beginner 1 with instructor Bing Magtoto Deadline for enrollment is Monday, September 29 For more […]
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YAMAN: Sharing Philippine treasures with the world (An interview with Jerry Sibal and Edwin Josue of FRIENDSPHUSA)
By Cristina DC Pastor For eight years, Friends of the Philippines Society USA Inc. (FRIENDSPHUSA) has staged cultural and community-driven projects highlighting the richness of Philippine heritage. From the Explore Islands Philippines mounted at Grand Central Terminal, to concerts for world-renowned pianist Raul Sunico, and the Art for Humanity exhibit at the Photoville Photojournalism exhibit […]
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Muralist Jappy Agoncillo: The heart of a craftsman, the grit of an athlete
Artist Jappy Agoncillo presents HOWLIN’, a two-day pop-up exhibition August 22–23 at All Street Gallery in the East Village, marking his solo debut in New York. The show features a new collection of small works and creative collaborations that capture the restless energy and risk-taking spirit of an artist carving out a new path. Best […]
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Philippine Ballet Theatre’s Sarimanok flies to the U.S.
By Marivir R. Montebon Mark your calendar this October 2025 as we celebrate Philippine History Month in the United States. The multi-awarded Philippine Ballet Theatre brings to New York and other cities the Sarimanok, a ballet performance of the mythical colorful bird of Mindanao and a symbol of good fortune. The Sarimanok, directed by Ron […]
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Calendar from August
–Ongoing till September 1 Common Picnic: Halo-Halo Edition by artist Risa Puno Waterfront Plaza at Brookfield Place 230 Vesey Street NYC –Ongoing till September 9 Back to Our Roots: Summer Chefs Series September 2 – Pork Picadillo September 9 – Spaghetti with Prawns and Aligue Join on Zoom Contact: pafcomnj@gmail.com –Ongoing till October 5 Golden […]
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Risa Puno’s art installation celebrates the Halo-Halo
By Claire Mercado-Obias Summer in New York City means time outdoors. If you are in lower Manhattan’s Brookfield Place, step out to the Waterfront Terrace and head to the colorful picnic tables. Perhaps the colors will remind you of manatamis na saba, kaong, gulaman, leche flan, and ube, thekey ingredients of Halo-Halo (mix-mix), the shaved ice dessert […]
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‘Guess how much?’ Freebies in NYC
By Marissa Bañez Comedian/actor Jimmy O. Yang has a great bit about how his mom’s favorite catchphrase is “guess how much” to brag about bargains she’d gotten. That is so me! Recently, my mind, heart, and soul have been soothed by international and domestic art, literature, history, plays, concerts, architecture, interior design, fashion, etc. This […]
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Angelo Maristela: His art seeks to inspire and give back to God
Ask visual artist Angelo Maristela to share his story and chances are his starting point will be Qatar. Angelo, his wife Lynn and their three children – sons Racco and Renfrew, and daughter Ressu — lived in this Middle Eastern country for seven years since 2009. Within this luxurious Arab monarchy, he worked for a […]