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Amelia Casamina Cabatu is a community leader and a familiar face, often hosting community events and celebrations. She is a veteran radio announcer and guests-hosts on 1270 KNDI Radio. In addition to other STATEWIDE affiliations, Amelia is the former Chair of the Philippine Celebrations Coordinating Committee of . She owns and operates an adult daycare business and is COMMUNITY CALENDAR happily married to Arnold Cabatu. They live in Salt Lake and are blessed with one daughter, Armay. Please send Compiled by AMELIA CASAMINA CABATU your event information to [email protected] or call her at (808) 282-2033.

OAHU For more information visit PM; Coronation with Dinner. Cost $65.00 Center. 94-428 Mokuola Street, Waipahu Kimona Ball Chairwoman Armi Oliver www.hawaiicyd.org Contact Persons: Baybee Hufana Ablan 6:00 PM Cost: $55.00 ALSO Let’s Farinas 221-0667, Co-Chair Elsa 753-5616; Laurie Ann Tadina 358- Celebrate Mardi Gras with the 2nd Talavera 358-8964 OCTOBER 1, 2016 OCTOBER 14, 2016 0474; Conrad Valdriz 953-8888; Ben Annual Line Dance Contest (minimum 5 Cebuano Association of Hawaii Inc.31st The Filipino Community Center, Inc. Pulido 421-9747; Lolita Domingo 295- dancers per group) & Costume Contest. NOVEMBER 20, 2016 Anniversary & Induction Ceremony 5:30 Bayanihan Gala Fundraiser honors 1387 Contact Persons: Beth Simon 271-0120, The International Filipino-American PM No Host Cocktails A night of Fun & extraordinary Acts of Serevice Sheraton Melga Gendrano 383-7986, Angel Asian Cultural Association of Hawaii will Dancing FilCom Center 94-428 Mokuola Hotel. 5:30 PM; Contact FilCom OCTOBER 22, 2016 Dytioco 625-9370 be celebrating their 5th Year Anniversary Street, Waipahu. Cost: $55.00; Contact Center 680-0451 or event Chair A.J. United Filipino Council Of Hawaii and Coronation Ball & Reaffirmation of Persons: Jake Navasca 636-8406, Halagao at [email protected] or call (UFCH) Progress Awards & Re- OCTOBER 30, 2016 New Officers at the Pacific Beach Hotel Chuck Howard 429-1274 him at 543-5889. This year’s Honorees Afffirmation Ceremonies Pacific Beach Miss Teen Hawaii Filipina Scholarship Grand Ballroom from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; are Dr. Amy Agbayani, Mr. Jeffery N. Hotel Grand Ballroom. 6:30 PM; Contact Pageant Presented by the United Filipino Contact Persons are President Wilma OCTOBER 1, 2016 Watanabe, J.D., Ms. Maggie Domingo, Persons: Zhoydell Magaoay 478-9802, Council of Hawaii (UFCH) Pacific Beach Ibay (221-2407), and members Linda Urdaneta City Community Alliance 1st Mr. Timothy E. Johns, Esq., Mrs. Lynn Maria Etrata 392-2962, Leo Gozar 630- Hotel Grand Ballroom. 6:30 PM; Contact Jakosalem (679-9511), Becky Schmidt Inaugural Banquet Empress Restaurant Watanabe, Mr. Domingo Los Banos 6268 Persons: Maria Etrata 392-2962, (291-4579) 100 N. Beretania Street. 6:00 PM; Zhoydell Magaoay 478-9802, Leo Contact Persons: President Amalia OCTOBER 15, 2016 OCTOBER 28, 2016 Gozar 630-6268 DECEMBER 3, 2016 Manzano Pagaduan Gozar 312-0778, Magsingal Association Of Hawaii Ryan Cayabyab and the Ryan Candonians Of Hawaii Installation & Rose Baybayan - 689-8662, Josie Installation of Officers Banquet. Dole Cayabyab Singers presented by the OCTOBER 30, 2016 Christmas Party. Dole Cannery Takamoto - 428-7118, Lolita Callo - 389- Cannery Pomaikai Grand Ballroom. 735 Broadway Babies. 7:30 PM; “Who Are You Tonight?” Halloween and Pomaikai Grand Ballroom. 735 Iwilei Rd, 7549, Hermie Pagaduan - 258-8542, Iwilei Rd, Honolulu, HI. 6:00 PM – JETH JOSHUA EARL Tanjuakio Masquerade Ball Fundraising event Honolulu, HI. 6:00 PM-11:00 PM; Cost: Percy & Paul Tamayo - 797-7719, Linda 11:00 PM; Cost: $65.00; Contact Hegwood Continuing Education and presented by the Philippine Nurses $60.00; Contact Persons: Grace Go Cantorna - 220-6737 Persons: Mhel Formoso 227-5201, Performing Arts School. For more Association of Hawaii (PNAH) Rumours 389-1989, Pam Pacquing 498-3098, Gloria Butac 277-2886, Armi Farinas information contact: honolulu Nightclub, Ala Moana Hotel. 5:00 PM- Bernadette Fajardo 342-8090 OCTOBER 2, 2016 221-0667, Lynne Gutierrez 728-1700 [email protected] 10:00 PM; Contact Persons: Tina 23rd Annual Children and Youth Day Salvador 426-6183, Ramon Sumibcay DECEMBER 4, 2016 presented by Kama’aina Kids Hawaii OCTOBER 22, 2016 OCTOBER 29, 2016 489-7148, Erlinda Ferrer 721-1501 Pasko sa Filcom brought to you by the State Capitol 415 S. Beretania Street, La Union Circle of Hawaii presents Miss Bulacan Circle & Associates of Hawaii Fil-Com Center. 94-428 Mokuola St. Honolulu, Hawaii. 10:00 AM – 3 pm; Free & Mrs. La Union Hawaii USA 2016. Ala Re-affirmation Of Officers & Directors & NOVEMBER 11, 2016 Waipahu HI. 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Contact fun for the family and open to the public. Moana Hotel Hibiscus Ballroom. 5:30 Annual Scholarship Fundraising FilCom Samahang Ilocano (CIASI) Gala Night Person: Arceli Rebollido 680-0451 or and Ballroom Dance Competition Dole website http://www.filcom.org Cannery Pomaikai Grand Ballroom. 735 Iwilei Rd, Honolulu, HI. 6:00 PM – DECEMBER 16, 2016 11:00 PM; Cost: $65.00 For more Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii information and contestant registration (FCCH) Annual Christmas Celebration call these Contact Persons: Joe 6:00 PM Pagoda Floating Restaurant. Quibuyen 256-6399, Pike Velasco 554- 1525 Rycroft St. Honolulu HI. Contact 9646, Trini Sanga 393-1970 Person: Vanessa Kop 256-0370, Bernadette Fajardo 342-809 NOVEMBER 18, 2016 Kalayaan Hawaii DECEMBER 20, 2016 International presents The Search for 2nd Sakada Day Celebration & the 110th Little Miss, Junior Miss Teen, Miss Teen, Year Anniversary of the 1st Arrival of Miss, Mrs. Ms. Hawaii Pacific USA 2016 Sakadas to Hawaii FilCom Center in & Mrs.& Ms. Philippines Hawaii Waipahu. 6:30 PM; Presented by International 2016 & Presentation of 3 Philippine Consulate General in Gawad Parangal 2016 Pacific Beach coordination with the many leading Hotel Grand Ballroom Dinner. 6:45 PM Filipino Community Organizations Show, 7:30 PM; Cost: $65.00 Contact headed by the Oahu Filipino Community Persons: Ben Pulido 421-9747, Richard Council (OFCC) Contact Persons: Leo Borromeo 457-8265, Pike Velasco 554- Gozar 630-6268, Zhoydell Magaoay 9646, Lynne Gutierez 728-1770 478-9802, Mae Mizuno 741-4503, Amelia Casamina Cabatu 282-2033 NOVEMBER 19, 2016 NAMI, INC. Nursing Advocates & MAUI Mentors, Inc. 15th Anniversary Gala and Appreciation of RN Review Class OCTOBER 15, 2016 Volunteer Lecturers & Recognition of Maui Fil-Am Heritage Festival presented New RN’s and Review Graduates. 6:00 by the Maui Filipino Chamber of PM Banyan Tree Show room, Hale Koa Commerce Foundation Maui Mall in Hotel. Contact Persons: Bea Ramos- Kahalui, Maui. 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM; Flag Razon 808 778-6291, Jun Obaldo 808 raising ceremony at the county building 277-7495, Bong Curameng 808 383- on October 3rd at 10:00 AM. For more 0135 information contact Kit Zulueta, President (808) 291-9407 or email: info@ NOVEMBER 19, 2016 mauifilipinochamber.com and visit their Filipino Business Women Association website:www.mauifilipinochamber.com (FBWA) celebrates its 33rd Annual Kimona Ball and FBWA Business Women of the Year Award Presentation. Hawaii Price Hotel 6:00 PM; Contact Persons: President - Nancy Walch 778-3832, THE FIL-AM COURIER • OCTOBER 1-15, 2016 • PAGE 3

SERVING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

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COPY EDITOR Danielle Evangelista By BENNETTE ESPINELI PHOTOGRAPHERS/GRAPHICS MISALUCHA Brandon dela Cruz Managing Editor Noah Felipe Gabe de Liso Jeff Orig James Ramos

COLUMNISTS The happy faces in the photograph take things at face value but to dig deeper Allegiance at the Democratic Party think like an American. I am an Edna Alikpala only tell part of the story. into the historical assertions, taking Convention in Waikiki. It was a proud American. Rhoda Yabez Alvarez, Esq. Jesse Bacon II It was an image of a man and a personal responsibility for my own due moment in my life. But I am also a Filipino. Proud of Nancy Bernal Cesar Bonilla woman flanking a pregnant woman, diligence before coming to any Why did it take me a long time? my heritage, my roots and my culture. I Alice Llanos Busmente dressed in polka dots, beaming ear to conclusion. Perhaps it was being in an Looking back now, I have the value continue to be active in my Filipino Amelia Casamina Cabatu Anabel Gasmen Cabebe ear, waving an American flag, standing environment with some of the smartest of perspective. Don’t get me wrong. community, serving on the boards of Dr. Rickie Camara Dr. Patricia Halagao in front of what appears to be a Filipinos of my generation, and where Even then, I loved being American. My several organizations, providing counsel Zeny Muyot courtroom. discourse, often heated and passionate, kids were born here, raised here and to the young Filipinos who are making Angie Santiago Perfecto Yasay Jr. The man in the photograph was was encouraged and was always par my meaningful work is here. I knew their way in life. I emcee Filipino events

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS my then husband, the woman on my for the course. Perhaps, it was how the Hawaii will always be home. But and own too many ternos, baro at saya Conrad Abuel right was my dear friend, Vicky Ramil, study of the Filipino character – resilient, somehow, at that time, although my head and kimonas for my own good. I visit the Ric Agnes Paul Alimbuyao and yes, that pregnant woman, heavy passionate, strong against adversities— knew it, my heart had a difficult timegiving Philippines at least twice a year to visit Ria Baldevia Eriza Bareng with her second child, was me. The was incorporated into the courses we up that last symbol of my connections to my mom who has relocated there. I Marnelli Joy Basilio photograph captured the day I became learned, not as a separate discussion the Philippines: my Philippine citizenship. regularly go on humanitarian missions Bernie Caalim Randy Cortez a U.S. citizen, joining throngs and millions point but as complementary woven In my mind, I equated becoming an to help the country’s poor and needy. I Radiant Cordero Mary Cruzada of others who had gone through this rite narrative. American citizen as turning my back on keep myself apprised of what’s Jaime de Jesus of passage. Although we were born in Suffice it to say, during my short the country of my birth; of being disloyal, happening in that country, if only to have Brandon dela Cruz Christian Evangelista another country, we had pledged three years there, U.P. taught me to of reneging on the ties that bind. I felt something noteworthy to say in family Imelda Gasmen Veronika Geronimo allegiance to our new country, the United stand tall and confident, armed with the that becoming an American citizen meant gatherings. I showed my children how Leo Gozar States of America. conviction that I could compete with I could no longer be a Filipino. to “mano po,” to respect their elders, Ben Gutierrez Kathleen Lee Ironically, that day—June 12th— is anyone on any world stage. More But my pregnancy then made me and how to be hospitable and generous Carmela Minaya Gladys Quinto Marrone celebrated in the Philippines as Philippine importantly, it pushed me to be proud of think of citizenship in the context of being with their food, their time and their Gladys Menor Independence Day. Ironic, because on my Filipino heritage, proud of my brown a mother. It was a powerful to rest and resources. I taught them to appreciate John Pagaragan Paola Rodelas that day, it also felt like I was gaining my skin, proud of the rich history that pre- one that put my anxieties.I realized that their roots and be proud of who they Judy Relosimon Sandra Sagisi independence from my motherland, the dated Spanish colonization. becoming an American citizen was like are; they are recipients of the wisdom of Nicole Velasco country of my birth, my touch stone for When I came to the at being adopted by a loving mother. We Jose Rizal, the fierceness of Gabriela Jason Ubay Michi Villaruz the strong values that have shaped me the age 24, my values, of course, have love our new adopted family: we are Silang and the heroism of Lapulapu.

NEIGHBOR ISLAND BUREAU into who I am today. already been formed. I attended the grateful for the support, the warm In short, today, I am comfortable in Maui It took a lot for me to get me to that University of Hawaii and had an excellent protection and the wonderful new both worlds. I am capable of loving both Kit Zulueta Jeremy Zane point. I had a complicated relationship educational experience. My initial plan experiences we get to enjoy. Just like sides of who I am. There is no

Big Island with this country, you see. was to stay for a short while after how adoption trumps biology, it matters dissonance, no tug of loyalty, no drama. Mil Asuncion Maybe you will understand better if graduation, then return to the country, not that we are not born here. Because, I am at peace. Jane Clement Dr. Margarita Hopkins I tell you my story. and pick up my life where I had left off, here, in America, we know we belong. This month, as we celebrate Filipino-

Kauai Let me begin by saying that I was launching and manifesting my destiny. This perspective also helped me American History month, the Fil-Am Virgie Cruzada born and raised in the Philippines. But fate had other plans. While in Hawaii, gain a better understanding about love. Courier is proud to provide you with Liza Trinidad Marynell Valenzuela Although I did not come from privileged I fell in love with a local boy, got married Like adoptees, surely, we are capable some stories that will help you love both

ADVERTISING SALES class, we were comfortable enough and and had a son. of loving two mothers: our birth country sides. Our cover story provides some MarivicAldaya never had a hungry day in our lives. What do you do when well laid out and our adopted country. historical background on the events and Mary Cordero Annabel Cabebe My parents, both professionals with plans turn out to be so different from your Unlike material things, Love does the Filipinos who shaped early Hawaii. Florence Tan McCollom Lydia Kamiya strong ethics and spiritual grounding, reality? In my case, I embraced it. I fell diminish, it does not become smaller as It should be a review for many of you Joni Redick-Yundt worked hard to give all five children the into the routines of domesticity, we give love to someone else. On the who were born here, and a history Rudy Bautista Marynel Valenzuela best education they could afford. I went motherhood, weekend barbecues and contrary, we expand our hearts when lesson for those who are just starting their

CIRCULATION to good schools and took advantage of good old American lifestyle. we give more love. Loving America does American journey. Florence Tan (Oahu) these opportunities, graduating But I chose not become an not mean loving the Philippines less. Let me close by sharing a quote Ron Oshiro(Leeward Oahu) David Cordero (Maui) salutatorian of my high school graduating American citizen. It has been almost three decades about adoption which could still ring true Marynel Valenzuela () Milli Asuncion (Big Island) class. I had a green card. Which meant, I since I took that oath. The United States if we replace the word “adoption” with

LEGAL COUNSEL I pursued college at the University could work, travel with no restrictions, has been kind to my family and me. I “immigration”. Alfredo Evangelista, Esq. of the Philippines, a prestigious public and be a part of any association. can attest that it is truly a land of “Adoption (Immigration) has the Atty. Ernesto Urbano (Phils.) institution of learning that prided itself in BUT I could not vote. opportunity if you are willing to work. I dimension of connection — not only to only accepting the top 1% of the I was pregnant with my second have been afforded chances to improve your own tribe, but beyond, widening child when that realization crept up on my lot and shape my destiny into the scope of what constitutes love, ties THE FIL-AM COURIER graduating classes throughout the is published twice a month by country, such that the government me. By then, I had started to care about whatever my heart desires. Like many and family. It is a larger embrace. By OAHU RELOCATION SERVICES located at 2221 Liliha St. subsidized more than half of every local issues, and I had become involved immigrants, I feel blessed to raise my adopting (immigrating), we stretch past Honolulu, Hawaii 96817 Opinions expressed by the columnists are their own student’s academic expenses. It was at in Filipino organizations. I started to dip children in a climate of freedom, relative our immediate circles and, by reaching and do not necessarily reflect those of the Fil-Am Courier. Publisher reserves the right to edit letters U.P. that my social compass was my toes in supporting some choice peace and tranquility. I have lived in this out, find an unexpected sense of to the editor and other material submitted. Repro- duction of material and ads appearing in the Fil-Am developed, where nationalistic fervor candidates running for office. But as much country longer than I have ever lived belonging with others.” courier is forbidden without written permission. All photos submitted become the property of the Fil- was planted and taken root. What my as I could endorse candidates, the truth anywhere else. I love this country. Heck, – Isabella Rossellini Am Courier. parents taught me about values, U.P saw hit me: I cannot be authentic because I this country is not perfect but I love the Let’s celebrate Filipino-American Telephone: 808.595.8787 Facsimile: 808.595.6883 fit to have me review. I think it was at the could not vote. values that make us stand tall—the fierce History month with love and gratitude in E-Mail: [email protected] University of the Philippines that I came So, imbued with a sense that I can independence, the quiet strength, the our hearts. www.filamcourier.net make a difference in this new world, I patriotism, the diversity and patchwork MEMBER to understand what it truly meant to be a Filipino. processed my naturalization papers, and of cultures that make America great. I HFAMC Federation of Filipino American Media Associations Perhaps it was my brilliant in a fairly short time, I had an American have stirrings in my heart when I hear of the United States and Canada professors (only those smart enough passport. A month after I was sworn in, “America the Beautiful” being played. I FFAMAS Hawaii Filipino American Media Council could teach there) who taught me not to I was asked to lead the Pledge of All rights reserved printed in the u.s.a © PAGE 3 • THE FIL-AM COURIER • OCTOBER 1-15, 2016

By JACO GALLARDE

ABOUT OUR COVER

The month of October is marked throughout the United States as Filipino-American History month. Filipino sakadas (Photo Credit: Honolulu Advertiser files and Hawaii State Archives) Our cover picture celebrates this occasion with a montage of photographs that showcase the lives of in Hawai`i in the early days of the State's history.

Photo Credits: Honolulu Advertiser MANIFESTING OUR files and Hawaii State Archives

Cover Concept by the talented Noah Felipe of OrigMedia. Mahalo to Jeff Orig of OrigMedia. DESTINY Both Jeff and Noah can be reached at www.origmedia.com or by Filipino American History Month In the last U.S. Census in 2010, Migration to the United States spices, ivory and other goods. Filipino calling 808 447-9559. This year marks the 110th year Filipino Americans accounted for the To learn more about Filipinos in the seamen, many of whom had been since the first arrival of Filipinos to largest ethnic group in Hawaii, United States, we must first learn how indentured, jumped ship upon arrival in Hawaii, a significant point in history as highlighting their continued presence and we arrived here. the United States. today, the Filipino community in Hawai`i growth ever since our humble plantation It is noteworthy to note that as early The first permanent settlement was continues to cast its influence in the many beginnings. As we approach Filipino as the 1600’s, while the Philippines was recorded in 1763 with Filipinos, who facets of Island life. American History Month, we remember under Spanish rule, Filipino immigration were referred to as “ Men”, settling the early contributions of our ancestors to America had already began. The in the Louisiana bayous. and kababayans before us, and we Spaniards then were running trading The second wave of migration from continue to strive to promote Filipino ships called “Manila Galleons” which the Philippines occurred from 1906 to culture and pride throughout the great plied the Pacific Ocean from Manila to 1934 during the time that the Philippines state of Hawaii and across our nation. Acapulco, bringing with it perfume, was a territory of the United States. As THE FIL-AM COURIER • OCTOBER 1-15, 2016 • PAGE 5

such, travel to the US was unrestricted. SIGNIFICANT MILESTONES IN THE Many Filipinos, mostly farm laborers HISTORY OF FILIPINO-AMERICANS came to Hawaii and California, in search IN HAWAI`I of better opportunities. In Hawaii, the first 1906 – The first group of 15 sakadas — Filipinos to work in Hawaii’s sugar plantation workers — recruited plantations arrived in 1906. by the HSPA arrived in Honolulu After World War II, the United States and were sent to the Ola'a opened its doors to accommodate those Plantation on the Big Island. Filipinos who fought side by side with 1909 – Second group of sakadas, the United States. As many as 10,000 numbering 554 arrived in Hawaii. chose to become U.S. citizens.In The records bear out the addition, about 16,000 Filipina War increasing number of recruits: brides were also allowed to immigrate 1910: 2,653; 1911: 1,363; 1912: through the War Brides Act. This third 4,319; 1913: 3,258 wave of migration ended in 1965. 1919 – Filipino labor leader Pablo The fourth wave of migration came Filipino ladies dressed in their baro at saya in Hawaii. Manlapit organized a labor union after the passage of the Immigration and along ethnic lines. Called the Nationality Act of 1965 (also known as remit money to relatives in the Philippines children to assimilate to their new hybrid Certain Hawaii public schools now have Filipino Labor Federation, the the Family Reunification Act) which even as they try to save money to bring culture in Hawaii, and today many of Tagalog and Ilokano language classes, union demanded higher wages allowed for families to be reunited with more loved ones to the United States. those remnants still persist. Identity for which are usually full of interested and better working conditions for their loved ones as well as for Generations later, the Filipino Filipino-Americans can be a touchy students. sakadas. professionals to enter the U.S. In Hawaii, community in Hawaii has produced subject to some, and answers vary because of the Family Reunification Act, countless Filipino government leaders, greatly from person to person. But, there Path Forward 1920 – Strike was called by labor leaders about 6,000 Filipinos arrive yearly from business entrepreneurs, science and is an undeniable surge of younger It is said that one cannot understand from Higher Wages movement, the Philippines to carve a new life for medical leaders. generations seeking and declaring the the present unless we have a context of and Filipino and Japanese themselves here in our Islands. The seeds of hard work and answer to the question of , “What does the past. When we learn about the plantation workers had separate perseverance of those that came before being Filipino-American mean to me”? leaders who came before us, when we strikes. HSPA rejected their Bridging Generations us are blossoming into the fruit of After the tireless work of leaders in study the historical events, when we demands and about 12, 000 The family continues to be the opportunity and success. But that is not the community and in our educational analyze the nuances of a particular issue workers were fired. cornerstone of the community and to say that progress was not achieved institutions over many years, our young that affected our community then, we can 1924 – Pablo Manlapit called a strike; parents sacrifice to enable their children without sacrifice and difficulty, as there people now have greater opportunity to gain a better understanding of who we the confrontation with authorities and relatives, to achieve the American were and continue to be many obstacles seek out knowledge and culture are as a people. Hopefully, in so doing, ended up in the “Hanapepe dream. facing our identity as Filipino Americans. regarding their heritage. At the we can also get a glimpse of our future. Massacre” where 16 Filipino True to their plantation roots, Filipino University of Hawaii, Filipino Literature As these historical milestones suggests, workers and four police officers immigrants have gained a reputation for Progress Over Time and Language as well as Filipino Studies indeed, our Filipino community in Hawai`i were killed on Kauai. their work ethic and commitment to their As Filipino immigrants adjusted to programs continue to encourage critical has certainly contributed to building 1926 – By this time, Filipino plantation task. Many of them continue to regularly their new lives, they encouraged their dialogue about our culture in academia. Hawai`i into what it is today. workers displaced Japanese PAGE 6 • THE FIL-AM COURIER • OCTOBER 1-15, 2016

TWO OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL FILIPINO LABOR LEADERS IN HAWAI`I

By RANDY CORTEZ

organize a Filipino Labor moved to Maui to assist Union in Hawai‘i and was the Antonio Fagel organize central figure in the strikes in the last ethnic strike in the 1920 and 1924 that drew islands at Pu‘unene . thousands of plantation Damasowas a key workers.His deep-seated organizer for the influence among his International Longshore countrymen led to his and Warehouse implication in the violent Union(ILWU), helping to September 1924 strike on recruit and muster Filipino Kaua‘i -- later known as the support from the sakadas Hanapepe Massacre – brought in to break the PABLO MANLAPIT BORN CALIXTO "CARL" despite his physical great sugar strike in 1946 (January 17, 1891 - April 15, DAMASO absence. Sixteen were killed and during the long dock 1969) was a labor organizer (1917 - January 26, 1990) during the rioting, including strike of 1949. The ILWU and lawyer who helped fight in San Felipe, Zambales, four policemen.Manlapit elected him director of for better pay and better Philippines. In 1931, continued labor organizing O'ahu Division and then working conditions for Damasosigned a labor in California and in Hawaii, President of the Hawai‘i Filipino plantation workers in contract to work in Hawai‘i until his permanent Local from 1964 to 1981. Hawai’i. Hebecame one of when he was just 14 years expulsion from Hawaii and the few Filipino lawyers in old.Subsequently, in 1934 deportation to the Philippines http://www.hawaii.edu/ the 1920s and distinguished Damasohelped to organize a in 1935. strike of Filipino sugar uhwo/clear/home/ himself as spokesman for the LaborBios.html Filipino labor movement workers at Ola'a Plantation on here. Manlapit helped the Big Island. For his participation, he was fired and

A Filipino mother and her children in the late 40s.

workers as the biggest ethnic Filipino Labor Federation and including Filipinos under one unit 1962 – Benjamin Menor became the first group. Sakadas were about 50 renamed it ViboraLuviminda. and by 1947, it claimed 30,000 Filipino-American to be elected percent of the labor force. 1940 – Sakadas, after completing their members. to the State Senate. 1927 – Fortunato Tejo was the first contract, departed Hawaii and 1946 – ILWU declared one of its biggest 1965 – The United States enacts the Filipino-American to graduate either went back to the Philippines strikes. In turn, HSPA recruited Family Reunification Law and the from the University of Hawai`i. He or moved to the US Mainland. As 6,000 sakadas from the Ilocos number of Filipinos in Hawai`i graduated with a B.S, Degree in many as half of the recruited region. This was the last wave of increased to 11% of the total Agricultural sugar technology. sakadas left. sakada migration in local history. population. 1931 – The Filipino Nurses Club of 1941 – When World War II broke out, all 1946 – Carolina Dizon-Wong came to 1973 – KISA, the first Filipino-owned Hawai`i was established by Ines labor organizing was suspended. Hawai`i as the first female Filipina radio station in the United States Cayaban, the first Filipino US Army organized the First and doctor to practice in the State. opened in Honolulu. Tommy registered nurse in the Islands. Second Filipino regiments and 1947 – The Philippine Government Tomimbang hosted 1932 – Filipinos attempted to organize sent them to the Philippines. opened the Philippine Consulate “MaligayangAraw” show. once again—this time, on Maui. 1944 – The beginning of iconic figure in Honolulu. Modesto Farolan 1974 – Benjamin Menor became the first Pablo Manlapit, Antonio Fagel Jack Hall’s leadership of the was its first Consul-General. Filipino-American to be appointed and EpifanioTaok resurrected the International Longshore and 1948 – Fortunato Tejo became the first Associate Justice of the state Warehouse Union or ILWU. He Filipino to become a naturalized Supreme Court; the first to be Elmo Samson, one of the leaders of organized ethnic laborers, citizen. Tejo was part of the named in the United States. Laborer's Union. delegation that lobbied Congress 1975 – Kauai elected Eduardo Malapit in 1945 to allow naturalization of as its Mayor. He was the first Philippines-born individuals. Filipino American to serve as 1951 – ILWU Filipino workers on Lana`i mayor of a County in the United Marcos died in exile in 1989 and won major concessions after a States. his body remained in Hawaii until strike that lasted for 201 days. The 1975 – University of Hawaii Manoa 1992. strike was led by ILWU business established the Center for 1990 – Filipinos in Hawaii numbered agent Pedro de la Cruz. Philippine Studies. Dr. Belenda 170,000 representing 14 percent 1954 – Filipino attorney Peter Aduja Aquino was named as the first of the state population. became the first Filipino elected Director. 1990 – Lorraine Rodero-Inouye of the to serve in the Territorial 1978 – Alfred Laureta of Kauai was Big Island became the first Filipino- legislature. appointed as first Federal judge American woman to become 1954 – The Filipino Chamber of of Filipino-American ancestry. He mayor of a U.S. County. Commerce of Hawaii was served in the Northern Marianas 1992 – First Filipino Fiesta was held at founded with Pastor Pablo as its from 19778 to 1988. Kapiolani Park. The annual first President. It is the oldest 1979 – Rudy Pacarro, representing event today includes a parade Filipino chamber in the United Kalihi, became Chair of the and a day-long festivities States. Honolulu City Council. He was featuring food booths, cultural 1956 – The first Filipino physician to be the first Filipino-American to serve programs and entertainment. recruited by the Hawai`i Sugar in this capacity. 1993 – Mario Ramil was appointed as Planters Association was Dr. 1985 – EmmeTomimbang of KITV Associate Justice of the Hawai`i Marcelino Avecilla who served Channel 4 became the first Supreme Court. He was the for the Pepeeko Sugar Company Filipino-American woman in the second Filipino-American to Clinic on the Big Island. country to become a TV news reach this pinnacle. 1959 – Hawaii becomes a State. A group anchor. 1994 – Hawaii elected its first governor of Filipino organizations met for 1986 – Ferdinand Marcos and an of Filipino-American ancestry. the first-ever convention and laid entourage landed in Hawaii Ben Cayetano, who traces his the groundwork for the formation afterthe People Revolution roots to Urdaneta, Pangasinan is of the United Filipino Council of topped the Marcos administration. the only Filipino-American to Hawaii. achieve this honor in the United Pastor Pablo, the first President of the Filipino Chamber of commerce of Hawaii THE FIL-AM COURIER • OCTOBER 1-15, 2016 • PAGE 7

States. He served two terms, winning re-election in 1998. 1998 – Group Builders was named by Hawaii Business Magazines as one of Top 250 Largest Companies in the Islands, the first Filipino owned company to By DANIEL B. EISEN, PHD The (Un)Importance of achieve this goal. Group Builders President Lito Alcantra rose from humble beginnings to start this October is Filipino-American construction company. History Month. During this month Filipino-American 2000 – The first Filipina to be named to a individuals are encouraged to see Cabinet position, DarolynLendio, past the stereotypes, ignore the was appointed as Corporation jokes and comments that deni- History Month Counsel at the City and County grate Filipinos, and cast off the co- of Honolulu. Another Filipino – lonial mentality that constantly However, it is also important to American lawyer, Abelina Madrid pinos’ complex experiences with conversations, events, and the Shaw was named deputy buzzes in the background remind- recognize young adults often ex- colonization, global migration, so- broader culture throughout the year corporation counsel, which also ing individuals that Western culture perience eleven additional months cial exclusion, racism, community to ensure that young adults are pro- has a Cabinet rank. should be viewed as superior to of negative messaging that makes organizing for civil rights, and the vided with the support and encour- 2000 – Simeon Acoba was appointed Filipino culture. It is often believed them feel disconnected from their maintenance and evolution of Fili- agement they need to truly see past as Associate Justice of the that when individuals can set these Filipino heritage and discourages pino culture in unique settings the stereotypes, ignore the jokes Supreme Court. He was the third things aside, they can explore, re- them from engaging in Filipino- across the globe. When the full vi- and comments that denigrate Fili- Filipino-American to rise to this flect upon, celebrate, and share the American History Month. While brancy of the what Filipino-Ameri- pinos, and cast off the colonial level. From 2000-2002, Filipino- vibrancy of Filipino culture and his- October may provide a safe space can History Month is intended to mentality. While individuals should Americans constituted two of the tory that has helped shape our cur- for exploration, these other months five seats in the highest court in capture is discussed, it provides embrace October as Filipino- rent world and culture. In short, do not provide the encouragement the State. young adults with more access American History Month, they 2001 –Bobby Bundawas elected as the October is the month designated and support individuals need to points to become interested in Fili- should also work to make every first Senate President of Filipino to publicly support and embrace sustain an interest in Filipino cul- pino history and culture and en- month feel like Filipino-American ancestryat the Hawaii legislature. Filipino history, culture, people, and ture and history. Therefore, the work ables the positive History Month. 2001 - Abelina Shaw was named Chief identity. done in October may not have the conceptualization of Filipino to of Staff to Mayor Jeremy Harris; Although designating October effect that organizers anticipate and grow beyond food. the first Filipino-American woman as Filipino-American History Month intend. Furthermore, conversations Overall, the designation of Oc- Daniel Eisen grew up in Ewa Beach and in that position. is vital because it creates a space with young adults suggest that even tober as Filipino-American History 2001 - Angela Barraquio, representing graduated from Campbell High School before to recognize and celebrate a cul- when they want to participate in Month should be embraced, as it attending Pacific University, Oregon to earn Hawaii, won the title of Miss ture and history that has been community spaces, they often feel America; the first Filipino- provides a much needed space for his BA in Sociology. After living in Oregon for forced into the background and like outsiders. They believe, as a American to wear the crown. open discussions and attempts to four years, he returned to Hawaii to earn his 2002 – The Filipino Community Center rendered invisible, it is important to result of perception and direct ex- reframing what “Filipino” repre- PhD in Sociology from the University of Ha- in Waipahu was inaugurated. reflect on who participates and how periences, that their lack of knowl- sents. However, these discussions waii at Manoa, where his doctoral work ex- Spearheaded by business they participate in this month’s ac- edge about Filipino language, cul- must explore the many nuances amined young adults' development of a Fili- leaders Eddie Flores and Roland tivities and celebrations. Examin- ture, and history is judged in Fili- that inform what it means to be Fili- pino ethnic identity in Hawaii. Daniel Eisen is Casamina, the effort took ten ing the experiences of young adults pino spaces, making them vulner- pino in the current world and must currently an Assistant Professor of Sociol- years of fundraising to bring the illuminates the importance and the able to exclusion. Thus the recog- not be contained to the month of ogy and Assistant Dean of Strategic Initia- project to fruition. problematic nature of Filipino- nition and celebration of Filipino October. It is imperative to ensure tives at Pacific University in Forest Grove, 2003 – Donovan dela Cruz became American History Month. In short, it history and culture cannot be lim- that these discussions permeate Oregon Council Chair at the Honolulu is clear that a month dedicated to ited to October and must span the City Council. He was the second the recognition of Filipino history entire year. Expansion works to af- Filipino-American and the youngest—at 30—to ever serve and culture is important, but this fect the cultural discourse about as Chair in the history of the recognition and the associated cel- Filipinos, as positive depictions are Council. ebrations cannot be relegated to a not contained to a single a month, 2015 - The Legislature passed HB 604 single month. and young adults are continuously designating December 20th as A public recognition of Filipino provided with the support and en- Sakada Day. Governor David culture and history is important be- couragement needed to engage in Ige signed it into law as Act 007. cause there are many young adults cultural exploration. In its description: “The bill who feel disconnected from their Furthermore, conversations recognizes the Filipino Filipino heritage. This disconnec- with young adults suggest that their community’s contribution to the tion stems from not being taught a positive affiliations with Filipino history, economy, culture and heritage of Hawai`i.“ Filipino language, being shielded culture centers on food. Filipino Note: This is a compilation from many from Filipino cultural practices, food is what often brings these in- sources but we acknowledge that being teased about being Filipino, dividuals to events and, unfortu- the bulk of these entries were from and being convinced that it is nately for many is the only thing they this source document: http:// “cooler” to be local rather than Fili- remember. Although cuisine if im- the.honoluluadvertiser.com/ pino. All of these experiences send portant, especially as it builds com- specials/filipino100/chronology/ the clear message that one should munity bonds, facilitates social written by Dr. Belinda Aquino not embrace or be proud of being connections, and can guide the (who was then the Director for Filipino. Therefore, October’s des- transmission of culture through the Center of Philippine Studies ignation stands as an affront to this generations, it is important that be- at the University of Hawaii at Manoa) as part of the Centennial messaging and, perhaps, provides ing Filipino is not solely defined by celebration of Filipino Immigration moments for individuals to begin cuisine. Conversations and con- to Hawai`i. reflection upon the negative con- nections that may begin with food notations assigned to Filipino. must led into discussions about Fili- PAGE 8 • THE FIL-AM COURIER • OCTOBER 1-15, 2016 What do you appreciate about Ryan your Cayabyab Compiled by RADIANT CORDERO Filipino heritage? to Perform in In its 12th year, Honolulu Lynn Vince Abramo Broadway Babies is honored to What I appreciate about my Filipino present Philippines Musical Hawaii for a heritage is the community connection. For Treasure – Ryan Cayabyab and the Ryan Cayabyab Singers! Being the example, my daughter has been traveling most respected Music Director, and gets asked if she is Filipino, of course Maestro Ryan has performed Benefit she would say, “Yes,” then, she would get internationally at the Lincoln helped along her travels because of the Center, Kennedy Center and Filipino connection. It is amazing how we Carnegie Hall, and for the likes of Filipinos can help one another throughout The King of and Concert. the world. President . He has scored dozens of Philippine films, Kristine San Diego penned the most successful and What I appreciate about my Filipino relevant musicals such as “Rama heritage is that Filipinos have warm and Hari”, “Noli Me Tangere” and generous souls. Filipinos have the ability “Katy!”. to make others feel like they belong and Above all the accolades, are wanted. They welcome you into their Maestro Ryan is best known for his lives and homes with a hug… and songs. He first burst into the scene delicious food! with “Kay Ganda Ng Ating Musika” which today remains THE anthem for heralding our musical culture. Other hits are “Tuwing Umuulan Linda Marie Nunes at Kapiling Ka,” “Kailan,” “Tunay na What I appreciate about my Filipino Ligaya,” “Da Coconut Nut”, “Once heritage are the traditions and values I was Upon A Life,” and many more. raised with. Having strong religious faith Amidst conducting PhilPop and close family ties, being selfless, Songwriting Competions and Honolulu will be the final stop School. On July 2, 2016, HBB hospitable and respectful, learning how national workshop tours for of the Meastro and his Singers US opened its new school: The to eat with my hands (kamayan) and with Akapela Open, Maestro Ryan Tour before returning home to the Joshua Earl Tanjuakio Hegwood spoon and fork, sending gifts to family in continues to direct and create for Philippines. (JETH) Continuing Education and the Philippines, and the dos and don'ts of The Ryan Cayabyab Singers, on Proceeds will go to Honolulu Performing Arts (PA) School, within the 101 superstitions! My Filipino heritage tour this October 2016. Broadway Babies new JETH the New Life Family Center. JETH makes up a part of who I am and has The Ryan Cayabyab Singers School Honolulu Broadway Babies offers a unique Academic and allowed me to connect with other Filipinos (RCS) is the Maestro’s “Dream (HBB) is a non-profit organization Musical Theatre Curriculum that who share the same traditions and values. Team”. RCS is a vocal powerhouse committed to bringing professional can be applied to one’s daily and composed of seven soloists, each and dynamic artists from around professional world, with Amanda Busmente with a different musical the world to produce outstanding afterschool PA classes open to the background. Together they are a I really appreciate how hardworking and Musical and Theatre Productions, community. The School is named vibrant brand of artistry that selfless the people of our heritage are. for the purpose of building after and inspired by Founder – masters, re-invents, and delivers continuing education programs for Kristian Lei’s younger brother, who Because nothing was ever handed to that stellar sound that is them, they are willing to put in sacrifices individuals with developmental and has Cerebral Palsy. unmistakably the product of the intellectual disabilities after High just for the betterment of others. Maestro. The group's edge lies in the members' individual characteristics and personalities, Gabriel Torno coupled with the youthful What I appreciate about my Filipino enthusiasm that endears them to heritage is how unique it is in terms of our their numerous fans. RCS has cultural traditions and practices. From a awed audiences all over the historical context, it is so great to show country and abroad, with how diverse our culture is from our international credits including 12 different languages to our authentic cities in the US, 4 provinces of cuisine. The importance of family and Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Indonesia and the renown hard work also reflects how significant our Esplanade in Singapore. cultural heritage is! THE FIL-AM COURIER • OCTOBER 1-15, 2016 • PAGE 9

By JEFF GUIRA Melba Sagisi, Francisco Simpliciano, Sotera Simpliciano.

It’s an adage that I have heard from my parents often enough: “Ang hindi lumingon sa pinanggalingan ay hindi makakarating sa paroroonan.” One who does not look back where he Home Is Where comes from, will never reach his destination. So when my 90-year-old maternal grandfather suggested that I should Simpliciano Family. Location San Cristobal, Licab, Nueva Ecija come with him on his latest trip to the My Roots Are Philippines, I jumped at the opportunity. This was not my first time to the a distinct language, character and To my fellow Fil-Ams who have You’ll definitely fall in love as I have country. I had volunteered for relief efforts beauty of its own. not had the opportunity to visit your and consider yourself an adoptive son Jeff Guira is a Graphic designer who has to repair the damage caused by typhoon But one thing remained constant: ancestral homeland, I strongly urge that or daughter. designed for several ecommerce sites such Yolanda on the island of Cebu a few the generosity and hospitality of the you do. The Philippines is a country of I will definitely return some day. as Zappos.com, 6pm.com and Amazon.com. years ago. It was the most humbling people. We were constantly fed with contrast of both old and modern. Dios ti Agnina. Aloha… until the next He currently serves as the Marketing Coordi- experience in my life to date. While there, delicious homemade dishes that The rustic beauty of the provinces, homecoming. nator for First Hawaii Title. Avid traveler 23 the locals were surprised to hear that it appealed to the heart as well as to the contrasted by the hustle and bustle of For we are bound to this land by countries and counting. He's lived on the was my first time in the Motherland. stomach. the city will definitely stimulate your bloodlines and have a birthright to call it mainland totaling 15 years in the cities of They were even more shocked that I I will never forget the bus rides senses. An adventure awaits you at “home.” Chicago, Phoenix and Las Vegas. His pas- had not visited my family’s region, traveling from one region to the next. I every corner and yet have the familiarity sions are cooking, travel and philosophy. Ilocos Norte and Nueva Ecija, on the was in awe of the beauty of the land and of home. island of Luzon. I recalled their gentle was saddened by some of the admonition: “you need to visit and know hardships I saw. Yet, despite the where you’re from.” seeming poverty (relative to American Finally, here was my chance. standards), the people seemed happy. As we landed in Manila, and felt My fondest memory was riding the sweltering heat,memories of my first on a carabao through the town of Licab, trip came rushing through my mind. The Nueva Ecija. The carabao, a symbol sights, sounds, smells, faces of the of hard work in the Philippines reminded people! Everything seemed so familiar me of my connection to the strong work and yet foreign. But at least, this time ethic of the Filipinos. It was surreal to around, I was not alone, I thought to see my grandfather’s ancestral rice myself, since I number of us had fields. I felt the spirits of my ancestors traveled together. and imagined what it was like to plant As soon as we exited the terminal, and farm this life-giving crop. I was greeted by family members, all of Another cherished moment was whom I had only seen through photos. visiting my paternal grandmother’s Though strangers to me at that moment, home in San Nicolas, Ilocos Norte. We we had an instant connection. A sense surprised our grand uncle, who was a of calm and joy overpowered over me. Sakada in Hawaii’s plantation fields and In a weird way, I truly felt at home. who lived in the U.S. for many years My trip lasted for a month, and I but had since retired in the country of was fortunate to have traveled to many his birth. We will be forever grateful to towns, cities and provinces. They him. Because of him, my family and included Ilocos Norte, Nueva Ecjia, others are here in the states. Rizal, Batangas and Manila. Each had

Lilia, Carol Guira, Tirso Fiesta, Bayudan family. San Nicolas, Ilocos Norte PAGE 10 • THE FIL-AM COURIER • OCTOBER 1-15, 2016 THE FIL-AM COURIER • OCTOBER 1-15, 2016 • PAGE 11 PAGE 12 • THE FIL-AM COURIER • OCTOBER 1-15, 2016 THE FIL-AM COURIER • OCTOBER 1-15, 2016, 2016 • PAGE 13 As the summer ends and we move into fall, I wanted to share some photos with outstanding citizens from By BRANDON ELEFANTE Council Member Councilmember Elefante and the Honolulu City Council honor Jerry City and County of Honolulu Rauckhorst upon his retirement from Catholic Charities. Mr. Rauckhorst is our community and pictured here with staff and supporters as he celebrates his retirement after 40 years with Catholic Charities first in Cleveland, then in Pittsburgh, and recent events. then finally here in Hawaii. Jerry retires after serving the last 20 years as Chief Executive Officer of Catholic Charities Hawaii. Enjoy!

Councilmembers Elefante and Menor celebrate the Anniversary of the United Visayan Community of Hawaii, Inc. in August.

Brandon Elefante represents Honolulu City Council District VIII Councilmember Elefante and the Honolulu City Council honor Margaret “Mike” which covers Aiea, Pearl City, Waipahu. He is an active member of Ishihara upon her retirement from Pearl City High School. Mrs. Ishihara is pictured several organizations including the Filipino Junior Chamber of here with her family and supporters as she celebrates her retirement after 45 years as Commerce of Hawaii. He can be reached at (808) 768-5008 and his a beloved teacher and Student Activities Coordinator. She was the last of the original email is [email protected]. faculty that had been at the school since it first opened in 1971.

Councilmember Elefante with the Fil-Am Courier's Bennette Misalucha and Danielle Evangelista and Councilmember Elefante with Senator Will Filipino Women's Civic Club President Bernadette Espero and Mayor Kirk Caldwell at the Maria Fajardo at the annual Maria Clara Ball. Clara Ball For Advertising information, please call 595.8787 PAGE 14 • THE FIL-AM COURIER • OCTOBER 1-15, 2016

By BENNETTE ESPINELI MISALUCHA Managing Editor, Fil-Am Courier

Group photo of Inducted Officers and members with Philippine Consul General Gina Jamoralin INAUGURAL FILIPINIANA BALL

Jenny Quezon, V.P., Ms. Cordillera, Best in Igorot attire Rexie Acedo, Ms. Mindanao (Best in Muslim attire) is Janeth Doruelo, Mr. Barong Tagalog-Tony Saramosing DEBUTS WITH Ms. Filipiniana 2016- Aurora Sera (wearing an orange Maria Clara attire) Ms. Visayas (best in Kimona) - Acela Garcia Ms. Manila (best in Terno) - Luz Bagaoisan Ms. Luzon, Best in Maria Clara, Cora Baclig Credo Letty Saban, President of PWCC SUCCESS

With the diversity of Filipino officers: Letty Tesoro Saban, Philippine Consul General costumes on display, the first President, Jenny A. Quezon, Vice- Gina Jamoralin installed the Filipiniana Ball was successfully President, Edna C. Alikpala, officers. held amidst great fanfare last Secretary, Cleo Bala-Casino, The evening ended with the August 13, 2016 at the Ala Moana treasurer, Erlinda Cantorna, Auditor, announcement of the winners: hotel Hibiscus ballroom. Josie Takamoto, Asst. Auditor, Best in Terno (Ms. Manila) Luz Sponsored by the newly Board of Directors: Dr. Belinda Bagaoisan, Best in Kimona (Ms. organized Philippine Women’s Aquino, Edith P. Gudoy, Amalia M.P. Luzon) Cora Baclig Credo, Best in Ms. Cordillera and Ms. Filipiniana 2016, flanked by friends Civic Club, the occasion was also Gozar, Lina B. Mercado and Engie Maria Clara (Ms. Visayas) Acela an opportunity to install its new A. Pagaduan. Garcia, Best in Muslim attire (Ms. Mindanao) Janet Doruelo and Best in Igorot attire (Ms. Cordillera) Rexie Acedo. The highlight of the evening was the selection of Ms. Filipiniana 2016 who was Aurora Sera. In addition, the winner of the Barong Contest was judged to be Tony Saramosing. The new organization seeks Gold sponsors of the event Sol Solleza of Phil Airlines, Edith Gudoy of Everlasting to promote the Filipino’s rich Travel , Val Saban, a retired businessman and Lito Alcantra, represented by Lucy cultural heritage by partnering with Llena (secretary), Letty Saban, President of Philippine Women's Civic Club. other organizations with similar interests, developing individual Special guests: Lina Longboy, Gladys Agsalud, Courier Publisher Mary Cordero, Courier Managing Editor Bennette Misalucha, Cora Baclig-Credo

Judges for the contest, Gladys Agsalud, Edgar Dulig and Prosy Strona Contestants for Ms. Best in Terno Contestants for Mr. Barong Pilipino THE FIL-AM COURIER • OCTOBER 1-15, 2016 • PAGE 15

Contestants for Miss Mindanao or the Muslim attire

Contestants for Miss Cordillera or best in Igorot attire. members and sustaining a legacy for the future generations. The association had thirty three members who had made a long- term commitment to be engaged and be passionate about their goals and objectives. For more information on membership, please contact : Letty Tesoro Saban:808-255-9429, Edna Alikpala: 808-282-3669, Amalia M.P. Gozar: 808-312-0778 and Edith P. Gudoy: 808-457-0253

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BY DR. RICKIE CAMARA

Have you ever been called a demon? I have; by my Mom no less. During my growing years, if any of The Happiness Demon my 11 sibs or I misbehaved, it wasn’t uncommon for her to say, “demonyo ka (you demon).” The word ‘demon’ however, in your demons, i.e. your genetic and controlled or even avoided, or else critical of desires that are not necessary to meet genuine its original Greek sense, meant God-given talents, and using them one can be enslaved by them. natural and necessary such as the visceral and emotional needs and ‘replete with knowledge.’ It is to make your life as meaningful and But then came Epicurus, the desire for wealth, honors, power, can serve as an antidote to stress. derived from the Greek, ‘daimon,’ as helpful as it can be. great hedonist-in-chief, who or acclaim. Pleasure can make us savor the which meant an attendant spirit; a This view of happiness was proclaimed that pleasure is the So is there a conflict between here and now; to be spontaneous genius; a Divinity or a articulated by Plato who felt that “beginning and end of the blessed the pursuit of happiness and the and playful in that sensuality. And manifestation of divine power. If I truly happy people are those who life.” He understood ‘pleasure’ as pursuit of pleasure, i.e. between yet we need to stay on the had shared this with her back then are moral; those who practice the essentially the satisfaction of eudaimonia and hedonia? Can we eudaimonic path to personal she would probably have cardinal virtues of prudence and desire; and the strongest desire have one without the other? What fulfillment and accomplishment. countered with, “pilosopo wisdom, justice and fairness, being the removal of pain. He was are the differences between the Experiencing and creating (philosopher)!” So in her loving temperance and restraint, and smart enough to caution against two? meaningfulness is what matters memory I would like to share the courage and strength. pursuing all pleasure, as some will Pleasure is externally most of all. To live in the questions, philosophy and practice of Aristotle too felt that virtue is lead to greater pain or suffering; motivated while happiness is rather than in the answers until we happiness. necessary for a person to be happy nor to avoid all pains, as some internally generated. The former is see the Whole of life. There is a classical Greek and that without virtue, the most pain can be good for you and lead fleeting while the latter constant. It I love the paradox that St. term for happiness that is derived that may be attained is to greater satisfaction later. is objects ‘out there’ which satisfy Augustine offers: If you are living from ‘daimon,’ called contentment. ‘Do well what is Before you decide to sign up our sense organs that bring such a happy life that you don’t want ‘eudaimonia.’ The term today worth doing and do what you are as a card-carrying hedonist, note pleasure; while it is subjective it to end then can you be truly happy includes concepts such as the good at,’ he advised. For these that Epicurus counted sexual experiences that orient towards knowing that you will die? pursuit, manifestation, and early philosophers, including the desires, although natural, as authenticity, meaning, excellence, Conversely, if you are willing to die, experience of virtue, personal cynics and the stoics, happiness ‘unnecessary’ in that their non- morality, growth, and maturity that then are you really happy? The growth, self–actualization, was attained through rigorous fulfillment is not accompanied by bring happiness. If something is a paradox is resolved by knowing that flourishing, excellence, and training and pleasure was to be pain. Yes, you can be celibate and source of happiness, the more you there is an afterlife that we prepare meaning in life. It is about facing be happy! And he was even more do of it, the happier you become. for in this life; that you can have On the other hand, constant eternal happiness in Heaven. exposure to pleasurable stimuli In the Eastern spiritual may leave you craving for and traditions, “happiness,” i.e. Divinity, addicted to those sources of is already in us; “The Kingdom pleasure. within” as also taught in Christianity. Research shows that The yoga path teaches us to live eudaimonia compared to hedonia good and virtuous lives; to learn to is related to having parents who control body, breath and mind so were both responsive and as not to be enslaved by the demanding, implying that greater senses; to concentrate and parental investment is required to meditate and wake up to this Bliss, develop this orientation in children. this God-Head, within all of us. This reminds me of what my father May we all be happy and well used to say to us in exasperation in this moment, in this life, and for when he felt we were having too all eternity! much fun at the expense of our school work, “Ang gusto niyo lang Dr. Rickie Camara is a Board- ay mag-party at mag-ping-pong (all Certified psychiatrist and Bikram you want to do is party and play Yoga teacher. He teaches yoga ping-pong)!” My siblings and I are classes at Hotyoga8 in Kaimuki all good ping-pong players to this and at Bikram Yoga Kapolei. He has a yoga-aligned health day. coaching and counseling practice The trick may be to not have in Kahala. You can hear him to choose one over the other. every Friday on the radio at KNDI Perhaps, we can attain an even between 8 and 8:30 a.m. on the higher degree of well-being by Medical Forum with Flor Martinez. living as ‘hedonic eudaimonics.’ Email contact at rickiec@ Hedonia, after all, may be pixi.com. THE FIL-AM COURIER • OCTOBER 1-15, 2016 • PAGE 17 FilCom Center to Hold NEW FIL-AM COURIER Its Bayanihan Gala on PROGRAM TO BE LAUNCHED October 14 OCTOBER 2 The Filipino Community Center, Economic Development, and Yasmin Inc. has announced the honorees for Dar Fasi, who works with the Office of The Fil-Am Courier Filipino Community its 14th annual Bayanihan Gala Governor David Ige as a digital media Community Hour will be officially fundraiser, which is scheduled specialist and is co-owner of Dolkii. launched on Sunday, October 2 for Friday, October 14, 2016, at the Current sponsors include Sponsoring a Sheraton Waikiki Hotel at 5:30 p.m. Alexander & Baldwin, American at 3:30 pm at the Philippine As October is Filipino American Savings Bank, Bank of Hawaii, Blue Consulate lanai located on Pali Heritage month across the United Water Resources, Case Management Highway. Candidate Forum States, six community leaders will be Professionals, Central Pacific Bank, The program is a joint honored for their extraordinary acts of Consuelo Foundation, First Hawaiian partnership between KNDI radio A Candidates Forum for the Maui Soberano, JD, Virgie Cantorna, RN, service to the local Filipino community, Bank, Hawaiian Airlines, Hawaii and the Fil-Am Courier and is County Council will be held PsyD, Jeny Bissell, RN and Kim the State of Hawaii, and in the Construction Alliance, Hawaiian Electric scheduledto air every first Sunday from 5:00pm to 8:30pm, on Monday, Compoc, MA, to educate the Philippines. They include: Dr. Amy Company, Hawaii Regional Council of of every month on KNDI 1270 October 3, 2016, at the Binhi at Ani community about social justice and Agbayani, Dr. Jeff Watanabe, Domingo Carpenters, HEI, HMSA, Honolulu radio from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Community Center, 780 Onehee cultural issues affecting Filipino- Los Banos, Maggie Domingo, Lynn Star-Advertiser, Island Insurance It aims to connect Filipinos Avenue, Kahului (across from Maui Americans and other immigrant Watanabe and Tim Johns. Companies, Kaiser Permanente, L&L all over the world since the Waena Intermediate School). groups. Kristian Lei will be the Bayanihan Hawaiian Barbecue, Matson, and the radio’s reach has become global. This event is sponsored by the All County Council candidates Gala’s featured musical artist. Ms. Lei Mills Group. The format will include Maui Filipino Working Group in are being invited. Voter registration has traveled the world playing For sponsorship opportunities, community events, interviews with partnership with the Maui Filipino forms will be available for those who renowned parts in various musical please contact Event Chair the Courier’s cover story subjects, Community Council. It will address have not yet registered. productions, including Miss Saigon, the A.J. Halagao at [email protected] or and global connection where concerns within the community in The public is invited to this free King and I, Once on this Island, and the call (808) 543-5889. For individual ticket Filipino community leaders share general. Candidates will be event. Heavy pupus will be Festival of the Lion King. Ms. Lei is the sales, please call Arceli Rebollido at the the latest happenings in their questioned on issues such as served. founder of the nonprofit, Honolulu FilCom Center office at (808) 680-0451. neighborhood. The program will housing, social services, immigrant YOUR VOTE IS YOUR Broadway Babies. To download the sponsorship and ticket also tackle the issues affecting the services, youth and elder programs, VOICE! The Bayanihan Gala’s emcees order form and to learn more community. etc. Please call Cornelia Soberano will be Nicole Velasco, who works for information, please visit http://filcom.org/ For more information call The Maui Filipino Working @ 298-3948 for further information. Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell as the center/bayanihan-gala-2016/. Amelia Casamina Cabatu @ 808 Group was founded by Cornelia executive director of the Office of 282-2033 PAGE 16 • THE FIL-AM COURIER • OCTOBERSEPTEMBER 1-15, 16-30, 2016 2016

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Apaulo Music Productions rescue underprivileged, unwanted addition, this event features • • • • with The Cancer Center of Hawaii dogs. fabulous food and a silent and live The D.A.R.E. program presents a smooth jazz concert • • • • auction. Tickets can be celebrates 30 years with a rally and featuring Jazz in Pink (Gail On October 15, the Fur-Angel purchased at http:// entertainment at Pearlridge Center Jhonson, Karen Briggs, Tomoko Foundation will be hosting its bestbuddies.org/ friendshipjam – Uptown on October 29 at 10 a.m. and Dee Simone) on October 22 second Annual Fundraiser – “A • • • • til 2 p.m. This anti-drug program at The Hawaii Convention Center Night Fur The Angels: A Black and The world famous Las Vegas presented by The Police – Liliu Theater at 8 p.m. Jazz in White Pawtry” at Medici’s at the ventriloquist, impressionist, Department provides guidance to Pink is an all star female ensemble Manoa Marketplace at 6 p.m. comedian, singer and entertainer students about staying away from of musical women in jazz that Tickets can be purchased online Terry Fator appears at The drugs. Jordan Segundo will projects talent, beauty, power and at faf2016.eventbrite.com Historic Hawaii Theatre on headline this special event as the femininity as they embrace the • • • • November 11 and 12 at 7:30 p.m. finale. The public is welcome and stage. Tickets can be purchased Global Ambassador - Kelly Hu Terry Fator burst onto the national admission is free. Kelly Hu at TIX.com or call (951) 696-0184. and Entertainer – Al Waterson host scene after winning “America’s Got For now, That’s For more information, check out the Best Buddies International Talent” in 2007. His headlining Entertainment! www.michaelpaulo.com Friendship Jam at the Elks Lodge show at The Mirage in Las Vegas (If you would like to submit • • • • Waikiki on October 12 at 6 til 9 p.m. is one of the Top Shows on the entertainment information, please The Annual Celebrities and This year’s entertainment line-up Vegas strip. Terry’s shows in contact Nancy Bernal at 947-5736 Their Pets Fashion Show at The includes: Henry Kapono, Hapa, Hawaii in 2015 sold out quickly. or e-mail her at Nancy Hawaii Woman Expo was a huge Taimane, Jordan Segundo, Kaimi, Tickets are on sale at The Hawaii [email protected]) success on September 10 and 11 Chloe and Kaylee Shimizu. In Theatre Box Office. at The Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. Celebrities walked the runway holding their own pets or adoptable dogs from The Fur-Angel Foundation. The Fur-Angel Foundation is a local non-profit organization whose purpose is to

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