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"Proud to Be a Filipino American" History & Music Event @ Merritt, 10/29, 9am - 1:30pm

Written by Faiza Ali | Oct 29, 2024 7:24:50 AM

 Filipino American History Month at Merritt College
Join us on TUESDAY, October 29th, as we celebrate the theme: "Proud to Be a Filipino American!"

 Morning Session: 9 AM - 11:30 AM @ Merritt College
Migration story of Felix S. Savella and the #Filipino American National Historical Society Museum presentation.

Special guests include family historian Virginia Almonte Savella Harper & Maria A. Spencer, Ed.D (ABD).

Don't miss this incredible event celebrating Filipino heritage and history!

Live Music Alert! Afternoon Session:
12 PM - 1:30 PM featuring "Dakila" – the first #FilipinoAmerican band signed to a major label! 

Catch their incredible performance and learn from David Bustamante, the last original member still performing.