Dipolognons in Chicago and friends celebrated the feast of their patron saint, Saint Vincent Ferrer on Saturday, 23 May 2009 in Proesel park, Lincolnwood, Illinois. The mass was officiated by Fr. Allan Lastimosa and the visiting Fr. Eric Zafra. (Photos: Joem C. Bayawa/Ambibo Media/USA)

In Edmonton, AB, Canada, Dipolognons and their friends held a similar event at the Sir William Hawrelak’s Park. Thanks to Kooki for the pictures. She writes:

“It was the first Dipolog Fiesta Celebration in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada and probably the first Dipolognon Fiesta Celeb held in Canada. Of course, it was organized by yours truly together with Carlo Jauculan and his wife Liza, my sister Chyda and Carlo’s cousin, Ester Manugas. We’re hoping that it will become an annual event here in Edmonton considering that a lot of Dipolognons are already here….”

More at her FACEBOOK.

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The 33rd Commencement Exercises of Dipolog Medical Center College Foundation will be streamed live via HOTFm Dipolog (www.hotfmdipolog.com), DMC’s Campus Radio on March 26 beginning at 4:00 pm (Philippine Time).

Hon. Adolfo S. Azcuna, Associate Justice (Ret.) of the Supreme Court of the Philippines has been invited to speak to this years batch of graduates.

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Photographer Aleksi Mari B. Gumela takes us through Christmas celebrations at home in a series of holiday images leading to December 25. ©2008 All Rights Reserved. AmbiboMedia, Inc.

30 days and counting. A beribboned Zamboanga del Norte Capitol building is prepped for the holidays.

29 days and counting. Erlinda’s ; on Dapitan’s famed boulevard by the sea beckons, all aglow for the season.

28 Days and counting. Street food abound under thousands of twinkling lights along the Dipolog boulevard.

27 Days and counting. Chicharon and Christmas make a crunchy mix at the ZaNorte Provincial Capitol grounds.

26 Days and counting. A duo of “mananaygon” belt out the season’s top tunes for some pocket change.

25 Days and counting. Dipolog’s Plaza Magsaysay promenade in it’s holiday finest leading to Holy Rosary Cathedral.

24 days and counting. A family visits the traditional “belen” (crèche ) at Plaza Magsaysay.

23 Days and counting. Sunday scene at Saint James’ Church, Dapitan City.

22 Days and counting. Bread to keeps the warmth on chilly December evenings.

21 Days and counting. Rejoice, reuse, recycle. An artful holiday display at a gas station in Dipolog.

20 Days and counting. City sidewalks, busy sidewalks.

19 Days and counting. Apples and oranges, imported for the season.

18 Days and counting. Christmas. Tree. ‘Nuf said:)

17 Days and counting. Sushi and sashimi for noche buena?

16 Days and counting. More evidence that sweets aren’t good for your teeth.

15 Days and counting. Tutti frutti holiday!

14 Days and counting. Cakes and pastries and flans galore.

13 Days and counting. Stars of wonder, stars of night!  Star of royal beauty bright

12 Days and counting. Waiting for Santa’s caravan.

11 Days and counting. Christmas kitsch on the way to the manger.

10 Days and counting. Dipolog Boulevard with holiday revelers.

9 Days and counting. A glowing entrance to Dipolog, where even grass is lighted up.

8 Days and counting. Glowing garlands drape trees surround the kiosk at Plaza Magsaysay.

7 Days and counting.

6 Days and counting. Macy’s? No, dahlin’ we’re in Dapitan and the star is called a “parol.”

5 Days and counting.

4 Days and counting.

3 Days and counting.

2 Days and counting. “Simbang Gabi” at Saint Jame’s Cathedral, Dapitan City

1 Day and counting. Oh come, let us adore Him. The Dipolog cathedral beckons the faithful on Christmas Eve.

Merry Christmas!

An irreverent comedy by first-time director, Edward Mallillin, "Brown Soup Thing " follows the story of a young girl working on an elementary school video project about "What it means to be Filipino. Part of the 2008 CAFF.

Can you believe that it’s been five years since we brought a small dream to reality?  Well, believe it!

We’re now at the larger and newly refurbished Portage Theatre. And our lineup for the 2008 showcase looks to be the best we’ve ever put together.

Best of all, to celebrate our 5th anniversary, we’re providing free one-day passes for a limited number of students and seniors each day of the festival. See the special coupon below for more information, or go to our website, www.CFAFF.org .

Opening Night Reception & Feature
We’re again kicking off our weekend festival with a free reception sponsored by Isla Filipina Restaurant (2501 W. Lawrence Ave) and Crema Pastry (5159 N. Lincoln Ave), starting at 6:30 pm, Friday, Nov. 7.

At 8:00 pm, our opening night feature will be the critically acclaimed Santa Mesa, about a Filipino American orphan who must return to a grandmother, country and way of life he has never known.

Music Video Awards and Live Performances
Afterwards, we’ll have our first-ever music video awards and announce our $1000 prize for best Filipino music video.

But along with the 5 music video finalists, we’ll be rocking the house with two of Chicago’s hottest bands:

* Paolo Escobar & the Prescription (www.myspace.com/paolosongs). Paolo Escobar is a soul/R&B acoustic guitarist who enjoys mesmerizing people with his funky percussive musical style. With a list of influences including Stevie Wonder, Marc Broussard, Thelonious Monk, Marvin Gaye and the late great Donny Hathaway, his music is sure to bring a distinct flavor to any scene. Aside from his music, Paolo is also an illustrator and stage actor. He met the Prescription during a performance at the Refuge Arts Center in Skokie and is currently working on new and exciting songs.

* BAGWIS (www.myspace.com/bagwisband ). BAGWIS is a collective of Filipino cultural workers, activists and musicians who began writing and performing original music in 1998 as a contribution to the first annual Kultural Night of Resistance celebrating the centennial year of Philippine Independence. Since then, Bagwis has composed several dozen pro-people songs and participates in community building for our youth and migrant workers.

Get Your Tickets or Free Passes Now!
To reserve your free pass (for students/seniors) or purchase your tickets, please visit our official website at www.CFAFF.org .

And check out the rest of our weekend schedule, including Dolphy’s break-out hit Jack en Jill.