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FILIPINO AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION THURS

FILIPINO AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION

THURSDAY, OCT 23, 2025
5:30 PM
City Hall Rotunda, San Francisco

Mabuhay! Let’s make history together! You’re invited to the 21st Annual Filipino American History Month Celebration with Mayor Daniel Lurie!

Join us as we light up San Francisco City Hall in the vibrant colors of the Philippines and honor the incredible contributions, stories, and spirit of the Filipino American community!

This year’s inspiring theme, “Roots, Routes, and Resilience: The Filipino American Migration Journey,” honors the struggles and triumphs of Filipino Americans—from the arrival of the first Filipinos in 1587 to the waves of migration that have shaped and strengthened our communities. Their countless contributions continue to enrich the cultural fabric and vibrancy of our society today.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
» Proclamation by Mayor Daniel Lurie
» Welcome Remarks by Philippine Deputy Consul General Maria Paz G. Cortes
» Keynote Address by Mick Del Rosario
» Filipino American History Month Awards
» Celebration of Community Milestones
» Pinoy Pop-Up Marketplace featuring local artisans and vendors
» Live Entertainment featuring: Aegis Band, Westlake School for the Performing Arts, SOMA Seniors Dance Group, Legacy Filipino Martial Arts, Joel Matthew Elisas, Cassandra Conde, Jason Bayani, Ginger Conejero (Emcee).
» Beats and Grooves by DJ Preach
» Photo Booth by Hey Guy Designs
» Community Networking & Reception
» Lighting of SF City Hall in Philippine colors

🌕✨ Wishing you joy and togetherness this Mid-Autum

🌕✨ Wishing you joy and togetherness this Mid-Autumn Festival! From lanterns & mooncakes to October’s AAPI celebrations, let’s honor heritage & community. 🏮🥮 #APAHeritage #MidAutumnFestival #AAPI

🎉 AAPI Month is going strong with events all acros

🎉 AAPI Month is going strong with events all across San Francisco!
🎤 Comedy nights, Pride celebrations, and a tribute to Mark Izu
📚 Workshops, author talks, and cultural panels 🎭 Cantonese opera, lion dance, and queer cinema
✨ Don’t miss the final days of #AAPIHeritageMonth in #SanFrancisco
#APAHM #AAPI #APAHM

In 1968, student activists shut down SF State for

In 1968, student activists shut down SF State for 5 months and sparked the creation of the first College of Ethnic Studies. Asian American Studies didn’t just appear — it was fought for. ✊📚
Would you get arrested just to take an Asian American Studies class?
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🎥 @sfgovtv
#EthnicStudies #AsianAmericanHistory #ThirdWorldLiberationFront #SFState #AAPIHeritageMonth #AAPIHeritageMonth
#AAPI
#APAHM
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This is the official celebration of Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month for the City and County of San Francisco.

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