Fil-Am Who's Who, May 2016

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Laura Garcia

Caring & Teaching

A Word from The Editor

In This Issue. . .

At Your Service

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• Consul General Mario De Leon Jr. Rising Stars • Jared Martin Cover Story • Laura Garcia

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Community Movers & Shakers

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• Nanding Mendez Milestones & Moments

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Photo by Rolan Gutierrez

Photo by Rolan Gutierrez

• Albert Diala

On display at the AsiaLopez Society Consul General Mario DePhilippine Leon Jr. Exhibit on 725 Park Avenue, NYCof isGold our first featured person in the series articles At Your Service on page 4 .

Oliver Oliveros

About Lifelong Learning In the fairly recent white papers released by the Department of Education and Science in Dublin and the Commission of the European Communities, lifelong learning, a concept introduced in Denmark in the early ‘70s, pertains to the “ongoing, voluntary, and self-motivated pursuit of knowledge for either personal or professional reasons.” These studies also state that lifelong learning, which could be in the form of e-learning in front of your computer or continuing education at a traditional school, “not only enhances social inclusion, active citizenship, and personal development, but also self-sustainability, as well as competitiveness and employability.”

I couldn’t agree more. I myself advocate for lifelong learning for both personal and professional development. In this fast moving world, things change in a blink of an eye! In class at New York University (NYU), I’ve learned that years before the rise of the Internet and social media, manufacturing companies such as Nestle, Procter & Gamble, and Johnson & Johnson marketed their brands to their customers based on the former’s own agendas and ideologies.

However, with the wide influence and effect of social media, tables are turned. Nowadays, it’s the customers on social media that are molding the image of many brands. A single tweet from an angry customer, for instance, could go viral and may hurt the brand’s image if handled inefficiently and lacked empathy from the brand owners.

As you go through life, you’ll realize that there’s so much you still don’t understand; such could set a precedent for future or lifelong learning.

NYU nurse educator Laura Garcia, who graces our cover in this issue, exemplifies how lifelong learning is important in someone’s personal life and career. “Education makes a difference,” Laura explains. “For many years, researchers, practice leaders, and policymakers have recognized that the quality of education makes a significant difference in the level of proficiency in the nursing practice. Nursing education is also associated with patient safety and quality of care.” Read more on pages 10-12.

In this issue, we’d also like to give a fitting send-off to our beloved Consul General Mario De Leon Jr. who has announced that he will end his tour of duty at the Philippine Consulate General New York (PCGNY) on June 30, 2016.

ConGen Mario, we’re truly grateful for your commitment and dedication to encouraging various Filipino-American (Fil-Am) organizations in the New York Tri-State to leave their indifferences, stubbornness at the door in order to work more harmoniously together. Thank you, as well, for your unflagging support to our publishers at Fil-Am Who’s Who and to all other Fil-Am media groups.

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At Your Service

Consul General Mario L. De Leon Jr.

By Vice Consul Khrystina P. Corpuz Photos by Rolan Gutierrez

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fter five years serving as the top official of the Philippine Consulate General New York (PCGNY), Consul Mario L. De Leon Jr. has announced that he will end his tour of duty on June 30, 2016. He will be moving to a senior position at the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) in Manila, Philippines in July.

ConGen De Leon further announced that Atty. Tess Dizon-De Vega, currently the Chief Coordinator of Secretary of Foreign Affairs Albert Del Rosario has been set to take the helm at the PCGNY when he leaves. He welcomes the designation of Atty. De Vega who was the former PCGNY Deputy Consul General from 2011 to 2013 and is well known in the Filipino-American community in the New York Tri-State.

A career diplomat, ConGen De Leon assumed his post on March 11, 2011, and arrived at a rather fractious Filipino-American community. Foremost on his agenda was to bring reconciliation among some sectors and encourage cooperation among organization leaders. Besides repairing community relations, the hardworking diplomat has also initiated programs covering the three pillars of foreign policy: economic diplomacy, national security, and assistance to nationals in distress.

Very hands-on in unifying the community, he has put people-topeople relations a top priority during his term and has always advocated for uplifting the profile of the Filipino in the mainstream American society. He has led a Pacific Filipino-American community that has bonded in solidarity over some of his legacy programs such as the Build-A-Shelter Project for typhoon Haiyan survivors, Geographic Warden System, Leadership and Management Seminar for organization leaders, Leadership and Mentoring Seminar for the emerging generation of community leaders, Homecoming sa Konsulado, Filipino Restaurant Week, the return of Simbang Gabi sa Konsulado, just to name a few.

Prior to his current post at PCGNY, ConGen De Leon served as Philippine Ambassador to South Africa. He also worked at the Philippine Embassy in the United Kingdom, including Ireland and Iceland, the Philippine Mission to the United Nations in NY, PCGNY and the Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco. At the DFA Manila, he was designated as the Chief Coordinator of the Secretary of Foreign Affairs and the Assistant Secretary for Fiscal Management.

Additionally, he served as the President of the Society of Foreign Consuls in NY from 2013-2014.

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He is an alumnus of the Ateneo de Manila University and San Beda College in Manila.

He is married to Eleanor De Leon and has four daughters.

Rising Stars J

ared Martin is an award-winning singer from Toms River, New Jersey.

Jared Martin

Academically, he received the Presidential Scholarship from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia and has completed his master’s degree in music education after earning the Presidential Honors for his bachelor’s degree in vocal performance.

Jared has always been heavily involved in benefit concerts. He has been part of numerous fundraisers that benefited Bantay Bata, Filipino-American Community Development Center (FCDC), and other organizations that raised funds for typhoon Haiyan survivors in the Southern Philippines.

Photo Courtesy of Jared Martin

He had recorded the song titled “Thank You for Your Love,” written by Dennis Garcia of the famed Hotdog band. The song was dedicated to the countless people around the world that supported the typhoon Haiyan survivors. Jared has had the wonderful opportunity to share the stage with famous entertainers such as Gabby Concepcion, Bert Nievera, Lani Misalucha, Jodi Benson, Ben Folds, Joey Albert, Raymond Lauchengco, and Martin Nievera.

He recently sang with Sheryn Regis as part of the 2015 Sama Saya Tour in Boston. He also recently performed as the “Voice of the Philly Pops.” Together with the Philly Pops orchestra, he paid tribute to the music of the legendary crooner Frank Sinatra on the celebration of his 100th birthday held at the Kimmel Performing Arts in Philadelphia.

Further, as a special guest, he just had shared the stage once more with Lani Misalucha at the Town Hall in NY. He also recently became an official member of the Barbershop Harmony Society in Ocean County, NJ, and won the title Grand Winner: Freehold Idol 2015 held in Freehold, NJ. At a young age, Jared fell in love with the stage. He began his performing career at the age seven when he took part in the musical “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” Since then he has performed in dozens of musicals, and with numerous choirs and orchestras.

As Jared continues his musical journey, he cannot wait for what lies ahead.

Photo by Rolan Gutierrez

In his senior year in high school, he was chosen to perform with the NJ State Honors Jazz Choir. Also, while performing with the award-winning Monsignor Donovan High School Show Choir at a national musical festival, he was awarded the coveted Maestro Award in Vocal Competition.

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Rachel Alejandro Live in New York

Spring Rewind

D’Haven & PROMDI

Rolan Gutierrez

Rachel Alejandro

Guest performer Angel Ram

Guest performers Michelle Michelle & Dennis Sy

Rachel with her cousin Nino Alejandro

Photo courtesy of PAAC

Happy fans: (L-R) Ann Ubaldo, guest, Joyce Andes, Gigi Agoncillo, Dennis Sy, Grace Labaguis, Michelle Narvaez, Mylz Tolentino, Arman Andes, Mayette Ocampo, Ria Serrano

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Mutya Ng St. Patrick’s Church Long Island City, NY

Miguel Braganza serenades Mutya ng St. Patrick Alice Soriano (seated) and her court - (L-R) Vanessa Jimenez, Vivian Migliorino, Lourdes Romero Saleh, Eufrocina Caluag, Maria Theresa Pabalan, Rufina Peralta Ghan, Doryvic Tagulao and Cynthia Berkowitz.

PIDCI Mrs. Kalayaan Coronation Astoria Manor, Astoria, NY

Contestant Marian Reyes models the winning gown

Sponsor PAL representative Michelle Narvaez addresses guests

Mutya ng Pilipinas 2015 1st Runner-Up Julee Ann Marie Bourgoin as guest MAY 2016

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Spring Rewind

Philippines Business & Investment Forum / Reception New York, NY

Rolan Gutierrez

Forum participants Ambassadors Jose L. Cuisia, Jr. and Mario Lopez De Leon, Jr.

Forum held at the Sheraton Hotel, New York, NY

Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach and apl.de.ap at the reception

Miss Universe 2015 Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach

American Idol Jessica Sanchez

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NJ Express Ria Serrano

Photos courtesy of Ria Serrano

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A Nurse Educator

BY MARICAR CP HAMPTON

LAYOUT & PHOTOS COURTESY OF NANDING MENDEZ HAIR: IRENE ZAPANTA MAKE-UP: VICTOR PALMOS

Photography: Nanding Mendez

The need for quality nursing professionals has never been greater. But often, prospective nursing students are being turned away because there aren’t enough nurse educators to do the job. Answering the call to this emerging shortage is Laura Garcia, a clinical educator at New York University (NYU) College of Nursing.

In Pursuit of Lifelong Learning “Teaching is caring and the world is my classroom. My brothers and sisters, especially my late mother, who instilled in me the desire for lifelong learning and deep compassion for humanity, paved the way to my becoming a nurse and a teacher.”

“The nursing profession offers many challenges. A far cry from the sensationalized, storybook-filled fiction on TV and movie dramas; we encounter new and exciting things along the way: the thrills in the emergency room; the anxiety in the operating room; the anticipation in the delivery department; the exhilaration in the psychiatric unit, and the delight in hearing the sound of screaming babies in the well baby nursery,” she said.

“On the other end of the spectrum, we see the joy of birth; the angelic face of a baby; the ecstasy of a cancer survivor, and the sobriety of an alcoholic.”

A native of Butuan City Laura never thought she would one day be a nurse.

“Nursing wasn’t really my first love.

But because one of my sisters is a nurse and one of my brothers is a nurse, my mom and the rest of the family urged me to pursue nursing as well. Besides, we come from a family where the word of our elders was the law. The word was ‘nursing.’ So to nursing, I went.”

A divergence from the nursing field, Laura’s dream was to become an artist.

“I wanted to be a writer or a ballerina who can write.”

Teaching, however, came naturally.

“As a child, I would always play the role

of a teacher. It’s also in my genes. Both my parents were teachers,” she recalled.

her family and her craft.

“Although my career is a very important aspect of my life, family and relationships are the very essences of my existence.”

Nurse educators are registered nurses, who are also teachers, with advanced Before coming to education. Most the United States, of them work as she was teaching nurses for a period Obstetrics and of time before Young Laura at Capping Ceremony, Silliman University Midwifery in Cebu, dedicating their Philippines careers to either part-time or full-time “I came to the U.S. in 1985. Recruiters teaching future nurses. from the Long Island College Hospital Educating the next generation of nurses in Brooklyn came to Cebu to interview is a crucial step in producing quality nurses. I was interviewed and hired nurses. “Education makes a difference,” on the spot,” she shared.

Laura explained. “For many years, researchers, leaders, and policymakers have recognized that the quality of education makes a significant difference in the level of proficiency in the nursing practice. Nursing education is also associated with patient safety and quality of care.”

Laura believes nursing is more than just the huge salary: “It’s all about making a difference. As a nurse, saving a life is nothing short of amazing! As a teacher, when you see former students that you trained become successful, you can take a certain amount of pride for having helped them get started.”

As a nurse clinician at NYU Langone Medical Center, Laura admits she’s devoted to both

Filipinos are often the first choice for healthcare related jobs because of our distinctive ability to provide care.

“Hospital administrators also love Filipino nurses because they stay and remain loyal to their place of work.”

Laura shared with Fil-Am Who’s Who some of her misadventures at work: “When I first arrived in America I was only 93 pounds.

I had a colleague who was probably 293 pounds who used to tease me, “by the looks of you, there must have been a food shortage,” To which I wanted to reply, “by the looks of you, you must have caused the food shortage.” But my Filipino upbringing taught me to respond with a smile instead.

In another incident, she recalled, “I was interviewing a patient who thought she was in labor. I was doing the pain assessment and asked her, “Is your pain intermittent or constant?” “What?” was the patient’s impatient remark. I rephrased the question, “Does your pain come or go or is it constant?” She finally understood and said, “Well, it constantly comes and goes.”

There are many ways to define success but Laura outlines it uniquely: “A pound of knowledge and experience; an ounce of humility; a cup of boldness and determination; tons of love, and belief in what you do and in yourself.”

Aside from being a nurse and teacher, Laura holds several academic degrees and certifications, which include a second bachelor’s degree in communication, two master’s degrees in nursing, and an impending doctoral degree.

Despite her busy schedule she still finds time to take an active role in the Filipino-American (Fil-Am) community: “In New York, I became actively involved in Fil-Am organizations, which led to designations such as Vice Chair of the National Federation of Fil-Am Associations (NaFFAA) and the Second Vice President of The Philippine American Communities of the East Coast, Inc. (PACEC).

I’m currently the President of Silliman University Alumni Association, New York-New Jersey Chapter (SUAANYNJ).”

A peacemaker at heart, Laura urges the community to unite.

“Filipinos and Fil-Ams are beautiful, intelligent people.

Laura with Nanding We should build a closer, more cohesive, dynamic Fil-Am community. If we unite and put our talents and resources together, what a wonderful world this would be.”

With a lot on her plate, it’s a wonder how she does it.

Left photo: Son John-John, Hannie, Nico and Blue; Right photo: Ty, Layla and daughter Teza

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“Inspiration. I’ve been blessed with a loving and supportive family whose faith in all I do is a constant source of deep inspiration. I have two beautiful adult children,

“What really paved the way to my active participation in the Fil-Am community is my special relationship with one of our esteemed community leaders, Nanding Mendez,” she said. “When I first met Nanding, I didn’t know he is the president of the Fiesta in America, the biggest, long-running consumer expo of its kind in the East Coast USA, held every August at the Meadowlands Expo Center in Secaucus, N.J. I’ve heard of Fiesta in America in the past and I’ve been to one of the events but did not realize its magnitude. Nanding remains grounded, down to earth and takes pride in his artistic talent.

He’s an advertising art director and a photographer.”

Photo by: Boyet Loverita

Photo by: Nanding Mendez

Teresa Esperanza Anderson who lives in N.J. and Pablo John IV who lives in the Philippines, and three grandchildren, Nicolo Andreas, Mateus Blue, and Layla Mackenzie, who are my pride and joy,” she shared. “I also have in my life a special someone who is very supportive of my career and who has actively supported my professional development, giving his valuable time (despite his really busy schedule) to help me in my academic pursuits.”

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She continued, “Nanding’s involvement in many activities in the community—networking, promoting his business, and socializing—is quite intimidating at times.

Our different professions and careers were no consolation either; he’s into business and the arts while I’m into healthcare. So how did we connect? When you look beneath the surface, we actually have a lot in common such as the passion for dancing, the fondness for dining out, and the love for the arts and travel—not to mention we both work very hard.

“Two years together and still counting, the pressure somehow is dissipating.

We’re now planning to work together to help build a better community. We both have been interested in trying to give people the upside of life. We urge people to join us in this undertaking. We believe that we can collectively bring together the necessary resources to promote humanity and bring aid to those in need—each of us can make a difference.”

In her spare time, Laura enjoys reading and going to art shows. She’s also into dancing and a bit of sports, and loves watching the Super Bowl. n

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Take it from Fernando “Nanding” Mendez, president and CEO of Fiesta In America, a New York- based FilipinoAmerican community organization whose flagship event is a popular indoor consumer exposition.

“In many ways, yes, I'm hands-on,” he said. “Planning and mounting a big event such as this company's annual two-day consumer expo, Fiesta In America, requires full attention to details and stamina. Established on the east coast, up to more than 14,000 Filipino and multicultural consumers attend the expo and it requires a huge operating budget,” he said. “I feel responsible for my employees, volunteers, business partners, and other stakeholders.

Perhaps more important, I've to ensure that the Fiesta In America brand, which has enjoyed community goodwill for the past 17 years, is protected and enhanced every single day.”

BY MARICAR CP HAMPTON LAYOUT & PHOTOS COURTESY OF NANDING MENDEZ

The idea of Fiesta In America was conceived when he saw the lack of a typical grand town fiesta in the Filipino-American (Fil-Am) communities on the east coast.

“Like most first-generation Filipinos in the United States, we longed for aspects of Filipino culture that remind us of our youth, our traditions, and our culture, especially the fiesta,” he said. “For Fiesta In America, we envisioned an indoor festival, very much like a home where everyone— Filipinos and even strangers— is welcome to enjoy the festivities.”

A former advertising art director in the Philippines, Nanding immigrated to the US in the early '80s. He first found success in Montana as an award-winning art director for a Billings advertising agency. In 1990, he published a nationally circulated Fil-Am magazine called “Special Edition Press” before devoting most of his time to Fiesta In America.

These images from past Fiesta In America editions illustrate the popular indoor expo's allure among Fil-Am community leaders, heritage-driven consumers, and A-List performing artists

Nanding with Laura Garcia, community leader and the lady of his life

Photo: Boyet Loverita

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icromanagers usually do the work of their subordinates; dreamers float in the cloud and never get anything done. But a visionary and handson leader not only gets the job done but does it with the highest standard.

Fiesta In America’s Nanding Mendez Fiesta In America helps Fil-Am entrepreneurs promote not only their products but also the Filipino culture. “We've helped dozens of small exporters introduce their products to the New YorkNew Jersey market. And we've made tens of thousands of potential tourists become aware of our country's natural wonders and attractions.”

Held at the 61,000 sq. ft.

Meadowlands Exposition Center in Secaucus, NJ, this year's festival will showcase a healthy twist: “The grand motif is still the best of Philippine culture, export products, and tourism. However, we have an exciting new feature this year that will revolve around the “Total Wellness” theme, besides the regular food products at the native food court; free self-improvement and educational workshops at three seminar rooms, and the multicultural shows and concerts starring A-list performers from the Philippines and rising stars from the NY metro area.”

In its 18th year, Fiesta In America, together with Nanding and his event organizers, is just about ready to take the festival to the next level. “The longrange vision is to transform Fiesta In America into a true ‘big tent’ experience for multicultural consumers, not just Filipinos,” Nanding shared.

“The audience expansion will also entail a widening of our sponsor and exhibitor base to include mainstream companies that have a stake in multicultural consumer markets. We're also setting our sights on transporting Fiesta In America outside the east coast region.”

And with Nanding's effective management skills at work, taking the festival to greater heights will be a breeze.

He said in closing, “Even the busiest people in the world such as the President of the US or the CEO of a Fortune 500 company have to manage their time wisely. Priorities must be set. Good managers must also know how to delegate authority, responsibilities, and decision-making to staff members.

Over the years, I've been fortunate to have a dedicated and professional team behind me.” n

Milestones & Moments Myrna Gutierrez

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Albert flanked by daughter Jennifer and wife Josie

Albert sings with Dr. Francia De Vera

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With friends and family in front of his ube-macapuno cake

Meet & Greet

KAPIHAN Know Your Candidates

Photos by Rolan Gutierrez

The Filipino American Press Club of New York, Inc. in partnership with the Consulate General of the Philippines present the forum ‘Know Your Candidates’ in the Philippine Presidential Elections.

Speaker Jesse Artes for candidate Jejomar Binay

Speaker Loida Nicolas-Lewis for candidate Mar Roxas

Speaker Arturo Garcia for candidate Grace Poe

Consul General Mario De Leon Jr (on podium) addresses the forum.

Speaker Sani Guillena for candidate Rodrigo Duterte

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Community Calendar Jun 2-Aug 7 Student Exhibition Inspired by Philippine

Gold: Treasures of Forgotten Kingdoms Asia Society Museum (725 Park Avenue at 70th St.) presents “Inspired by Philippine Gold: Treasures of Forgotten Kingdoms” exhibition, where NYC schoolchildren showcase their works inspired by the Philippine Gold exhibition on display last year. For more information, call 212-288-6400 or email info@asiasociety. org.

Jun 5, Sun 118th Philippine Independence

Celebrations Witness and participate in the annual Philippine Independence Day Parade, Street Fair, and Cultural Festival along Madison Avenue (25th to 38th Streets) from 11:45am until 6pm Filipino celebrities apl.de.ap, Ogie Alcasid, Ysssa Pressman, and James Yap, among others, are expected to grace this year’s festivities.

For more information, contact Shiran Ybanez 917-216-0343.

Jun 10, Fri Independence Ball Philippine Independence Day Council Inc. (PIDCI) and Philippine Consulate General-New York (PCGNY) are hosting this year’s Independence Ball at Teaneck Marriot at Glenpointe (100 Frank W Burr Blvd., Teaneck, NJ) from 7:30pm till 12 midnight. For more information, contact Shiran Ybanez 917-216-0343.

Jun 24, Fri Bert Nievera Is Back In The Garden State Philippine legendary balladeer Bert Nievera performs with Jared Martin and the cast of Isabella Villanueva, MG Gallardo and

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New Jersey:

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Bobby De Leo. The concert starts 7pm at the Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, 815 Route 37 West, Toms River, NJ 08755. For more information, contact Joji 732-929-3909.

Jun 25, Sat Bert Nievera Live in New York Philippine legendary balladeer Bert Nievera will serenade New Yorkers together with Jared Martin and a group of beautiful talented guest performers Alyssa Shoemaker, Angel Ram, April Talambayan and Desiree Wisotsky The concert starts 7pm at the Sheraton La Guardia East Hotel, 7th Floor Gallery , 135 39th Ave., Flushing NY. Nonoy Rafael will dj the show. For more information, contact Myrna Gutierrez 917-502-9887.

Aug 12, Fri People’s Ball Fiesta In America holds its annual People’s Ball at the Double Tree Hotel, Newark Airport, NJ starting at 7pm For tickets and more information, call 212-682-6610 or email info@ fiestainamerica.com.

Aug 13-14 Fiesta In America Trade and Cultural Sat-Sun Show Meet multicultural trade exhibitors and entertainers and participate in free workshops and cultural and food festivals at the 18th Fiesta In America Trade and Cultural Show at Meadowland Expo Center, Secaucus, NJ. For tickets and more information, call 212-682-6610 or email info@ fiestainamerica.com.

Aug 27, Sat Consular Services on a Saturday The Philippine Consulate General-New York (556 Fifth Ave.) is open to accept applications for passport, reacquisition of Filipino citizenship, notarization and authentication, and civil registry (report of birth, marriage, and death) from 10am 3pm. For queries, email consular.outreach@newyorkpcg.org.

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Trade Exhibitors International & Local Entertainers Cultural & Food Festival Free Workshops Fun Activities for All Ages To Sponsor, Exhibit and Attend, Contact (212) 682-6610 email: info@fiestainamerica.com

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