FIL-AM COMMUNITY IN WEST CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CELEBRATES PH INDEPENDENCE DAY
The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco, represented by Vice Consul Adrian Baccay and Cultural Officer Kristine Quiboloy, joined the annual Philippine Independence Day celebration and fair of the Filipino American Community on 25 June 2022 at the United Methodist Church in Pinole, California. Organized by the Philippine Cultural and Historical Association, the event is the only Philippine Independence Day celebration held in west Contra Costa County, and featured Filipino cultural dances, a Balintawak arnis demonstration, and stalls featuring authentic Filipino cuisine.
In his remarks during the festivities, Vice Consul Baccay encouraged the Filipino and Filipino American Community to remain engaged and active “especially in efforts that will accelerate economic progress back home… and in endeavors that will further raise the profile of the Philippines and Filipinos in the United States.” (San Francisco PCG photos)