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The Philippine Consulate General will be closed on the following dates:
Feb 15-18  (Thursday to Sunday): Chinese New Year
Mar 29-31 (Thursday to Saturday): Holy Week
There will be no official business transactions at the Consulate and POLO on these dates.
In case of emergency, please call: 9155 4023 (Consular assistance); 5529 1880 (POLO); 6345 9324 (OWWA)

HK Education Fair
Visit the HKTDC Education and Careers Expo on Feb 1-4 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wanchai. The Philippine booth is at 1E-D07. Representatives from the University of the Philippines, Ateneo de Manila University and De La Salle University will be there. Admission is free! Talk: Feb.4, 11:30-11:50am: Talk by UP Prof. Wendell Capili

Leadership and Social Entrepreneurship Classes
Registration will be on Feb. 3 and 10 (Saturday class)
and Feb. 4 and 11 (Sunday class) MERC, 12/F, Euro Trade Centre, 21-23 Des Voeux Rd Central. Classes will start on Mar 3 (Saturday) and Mar 4 (Sunday)
For Saturday class, please contact:
Analyn Regulacion, Mobile: +852 65009288; Becky Sta. Maria, Message only:  Whatsapp/Viber +852 97622749/  56080713. For Sunday Class, please contact: Ma. Wilma Padura, Mobile: +852 9386 2514, Andi Allado Mendoza, Mobile: +852 56139395
For more info, please check: https://wimler.blogspot.com/2018/01/wimler-hk-lse-hk-alumni-association.html

2018 1st Flea Market
Feb. 4 (Sunday), 10am-4pm, GardenPlus events venue, Wanchai Sports Ground. Organized by: GardenPlus
Event will feature a coupon garden sale, live music, games and programs. Food and drinks will be served, too. Table prices:  Personal stuff- $200 or 2 for $300; Commercial stuff-$500 or 2 frr $800; For more information, call Henny at 6753 5567

Urban Lunar New Year lantern carnival
Mar 1, 2018, 7:30pm-9:30pm – Youth night.
Mar 2, 2018, 7:30pm-10pm – Carnival night.
Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza, Tsimshatsui.
New Territories West LNY lantern carnival
Mar 2, 2018, 7:30-9:30pm – Youth night.
Mar 3, 2018, 7:30-10pm – Carnival night.
Tung Chung North Park, Lantau Island.
New Territories East LNY lantern carnival
Mar 3, 2018, 7:30-9:30pm – Youth night.
Mar 4, 2018, 7:30-10pm – Carnival night.
Hong Kong Velodrome Park, Tseung Kwan O

Sustainable Sunday Couture (from Elpie Malicsi) 
Mar 4-14, PCG
Mar 18- April 1, Main Library, University of HK
The exhibition will showcase costumes made of recycled materials that were designed by  Elpie A. Malicsi, a Filipino domestic worker based in HK. For information, contact Dr. Julie Ham at iham@hku.hk

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‘Okay Ka Ba?’ Ambassadors’ Training 
(Campaign against discrimination against, and exploitation of migrant workers)
Ambassadors Training Schedule:
January 14, January 21 at February 4, 2018: 2:00-5:00 p.m.
Venue: Equal Opportunities Commission, 6/F 41 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang
Organizer: International Organization for Migration, with the support of the Philippine Consulate General, Christian Action, RainLily and Equal Opportunities Commission!
To register, call IOM at tel no 2106 2156, or send a message to the PCG. A certificate will be given to each of those who complete the training on helping fellow migrant workers against falling victim to discrimination and abuse. Admission is FREE and open to all Filipino household service (domestic) workers

Photoshoot for a Cause
Jan. 14 (Sunday), 10 am- 4pm, Tamar Park, Admiralty
Organizer: FAB Photographers. Everyone is invited to bring along family members for this photoshoot for a cause. This is a freestyle funshoot with FAB photographers. All proceeds raised during this event will be donated to Bahay Aruga (A free shelter for children with cancer). Free props, snacks and drinks. Just drop by.

Community Thematic Carnival series
Jan 14, 2018; 3m-7pm – The Sheung Shui Legend.
Sheung Shui Garden No.1, Sheung Shui, New Territories.
Don’t miss the chance to rediscover the fun and joy in the district.

Visayas Sectoral – Mindanao Variety Show
Jan. 21, 11am – 6pm, Chater Road, Central
Organizer: VSM Alliance
Featured artists: Tultugan Performing Arts of Maasin National Comprehensive High School, Iloilo
Contact: Leo Selomenio, 5336 6530

Art Exhibit
Jan. 25 (Thursday), 6-9pm: VIP Preview, by invitation only
Public viewing:
Jan. 26-27 (Friday-Saturday), 10am-9pm
Jan. 28 (Sunday), 10am – 3pm
Exhibit open to the public
Venue: Hong Kong Visual Arts Centre, 7A Kennedy Road,
Featured artists: Gerrico Blanco, Frank Cana, Thomas Carrigan, Salvador Ching, Kos Cos, Monica Hemrajani, Ram Mallari, Jr., Sue Perks, Rovi Salegumba, Eman Sia, Kate Sparrow, Sophie Tunik. Organized by: Kambal Gallery
 
‘Mga Kwentong Pagkain’ Contest
Jan 28, 2018 – Deadline for submitting entries to the Mama Sita Foundation’s contest, “Mga Kwentong Pagkain”
The contest, with the theme “Regional Food Heritage,” is open to all Filipinos abroad who are willing to tell an interesting story about food-detailed accounts of local or regional recipes, ingredients, food preparation, rituals or personal experiences.
For details, email MSF at mgakwentongpagkain@gmail.com

HK Education Fair
Visit the HKTDC Education and Careers Expo on Feb 1-4 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wanchai.
The Philippine booth is at 1E-D07. Representatives from the University of the Philippines, Ateneo de Manila University and De La Salle University will be there. Admission is free!

Leadership and Social Entrepreneurship Classes
Registration will be on Feb. 3 and 10 (Saturday class)
and Feb. 4 and 11 (Sunday class)
MERC, 12/F, Euro Trade Centre, 21-23 Des Voeux Rd Central
Classes will start on Mar 3 (Saturday) and Mar 4 (Sunday)
For more info, please check: https://wimler.blogspot.com/2018/01/wimler-hk-lse-hk-alumni-association.html

2018 1st Flea Market
Feb. 4 (Sunday), 10am-4pm
GardenPlus events venue, Wanchai Sports Ground
Organized by: GardenPlus

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Rizal Day remembrance activities
Dec 30, 2017, 7am-9am, Central, HK. Laying of wreath at commemorative plaque for Dr Jose Rizal at 5 D’Aguilar Street (exterior wall of Century Square), the site of a clinic where the Philippine national hero practised opthalmology from December 1891 to June 1892. Another wreath-laying will be held at Rednaxela Terrace in Mid-Levels, next to the Central giant escalator, where Rizal lived in a rented flat during his stay in Hong Kong. A third wreath will be laid at a site relating to Rizal on Ice House Street also in Central.

Marching band parade 2017
Dec 30, 2017;   2pm-4pm, Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza, Tsimshatsui. A joint presentation of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department and the Hong Kong Marching Band Association. Free admission. For enquiries:  2591 1340 (Leisure and Cultural Services Department) or 2774 0896 (Hong Kong Marching Band Association).

Youth music and dance marathon
Jan 7, 2018, 1pm-8pm. Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza, Tsimshatsui. Music and dance festival organized by the Leisure and Cultural Services Departtment.

PAHK Board 2018 Induction 
Jan 11, 7pm, Philippine Consulate General  Open to all PAHK members past and present, and those interested to join.

Community Thematic Carnival series
Jan 14, 2018; 3m-7pm – The Sheung Shui Legend. Sheung Shui Garden No.1, Sheung Shui, New Territories. Don’t miss the chance to rediscover the fun and joy in the district.

‘Mga Kwentong Pagkain’ Contest
Jan 28, 2018 – Deadline for submitting entries to the Mama Sita Foundation’s contest, “Mga Kwentong Pagkain”
The contest, with the theme “Regional Food Heritage,” is open to all Filipinos abroad who are willing to tell an interesting story about food-detailed accounts of local or regional recipes, ingredients, food preparation, rituals or personal experiences.
For details, email MSF at mgakwentongpagkain @gmail.com.

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POLO Transfer:  
The public is hereby informed that from Dec. 10, 2017, the Philippine Overseas Labor Office has relocated to the 16th and 18th floors of the Mass Mutual Tower, 33 Lockhart Road, Wanchai. The following services will be provided by POLO: contract processing, OEC and BMOnline registration, OWWA-related matters and inquiries, complaints against employers and employment agencies and labor-related inquiries.

Holidays:
The Philippine Consulate General and its affiliate agencies including POLO will be closed on the following dates:
Dec. 25 (Monday) – Christmas Day
Dec. 26 (Tuesday) – Boxing Day or Day After Christmas HK Holiday
Dec. 31 (Sunday) – Last Day of the Year
In case of emergency, please call 9155 4023 (Consular Assistance), 2866 0540 (POLO) or 6315 8324 (OWWA)

Paskong Pinoy 2017 at Chater Garden
Dec 24, 2017;  8pm-12pm – Chater Garden, Central.
Filipino community celebration of Christmas starting with the display of entries in the PaStaran 2017 lantern-making competition. Judging of entries and announcement of winners. The Misa de Aguinaldo will follow. A parade of the lanterns and playing of Christmas carols will cap the evening.

Rizal Day remembrance activities
Dec 30, 2017, 7am-9am, Central, HK
Laying of wreath at commemorative plaque for Dr Jose Rizal at 5 D’Aguilar Street (exterior wall of Century Square), the site of a clinic where the Philippine national hero practised opthalmology from December 1891 to June 1892. Another wreath-laying will be held at Rednaxela Terrace in Mid-Levels, next to the Central giant escalator, where Rizal lived in a rented flat during his stay in Hong Kong. A third wreath will be laid at a site relating to Rizal on Ice House Street also in Central. 

Marching band parade 2017
Dec 30, 2017;   2pm-4pm, Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza, Tsimshatsui. A joint presentation of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department and the Hong Kong Marching Band Association. Free admission. For enquiries:  2591 1340 (Leisure and Cultural Services Department) or 2774 0896 (Hong Kong Marching Band Association).

Youth music and dance marathon
Jan 7, 2018, 1pm-8pm. Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza, Tsimshatsui.. Music and dance festival organized by the Leisure and Cultural Services Departtment.

Community Thematic Carnival series
Jan 14, 2018; 3m-7pm – The Sheung Shui Legend.  Sheung Shui Garden No.1, Sheung Shui, New Territories. Don’t miss the chance to rediscover the fun and joy in the district.

‘Mga Kwentong Pagkain’ Contest
Jan 28, 2018 – Deadline for submitting entries to the Mama Sita Foundation’s contest, “Mga Kwentong Pagkain”
The contest, with the theme “Regional Food Heritage,” is open to all Filipinos abroad who are willing to tell an interesting story about food-detailed accounts of local or regional recipes, ingredients, food preparation, rituals or personal experiences. For details, email MSF at mgakwentongpagkain@gmail.com.

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CGCC Belt & Road Fest
Dec 1-3, whole day, Chater Garden, Central
More than 20 Belt & Road countries will be showcasing their special products and delicacies. The 3-day festival will feature a Philippine booth with tinikling performance, handicraft workshop, virtual reality on Philippine tourist spots, lucky draw and many more! To get an admission ticket, “like” the Facebook page of “CGCC Belt and Road Fest” -https://www.facebook.com/CgccBeltAndRoadFest/?fref=ts and show at the venue entrance your FB “like” for the page

Simplicity. Power: An exhibit of traditional Cordillera Art
Dec. 1, 2017 – Feb. 4, 2018.University Museum and Art Gallery, University of Hong Kong Pokfulam, Hong Kong

Concert in the Park
Dec. 3, 1:30 – 7pm,HK Cultural Centre Piazza, Tsim Sha Tsui
Organizer: HK Musicians Union, Philippine Consulate General and HK’s Leisure and Cultural Services Dept. Featured Artists:  Teatro Filipino, Penny Salcedo, William Elvin and the Circus Band, Audiofly, Sound Bytes, First Project, Fusion, RC Band with Sybill Thomas, The Vinsons Band and Crystal Fiber. Open to the Public

Istorya, Kanta, Kinaray-a
(Antiquenos Meet-up). Dec. 10, 12 noon onwards. Pier 9, Central
There will be a mini-concert and meet-up with Antique Governor Rhodora “Dodod” Cadiao.Contact: Elvie Cadiao at 92012755

2017 Migrants’ Health Matters
Dec 10, 10am-6pm, Kik Yeung Football Pitch, Kik Yeung, Yuen Long.
Fun-filled community health day with free health information and basic screenings for migrant workers. Hosted by: PathFinders and Christian Action and sponsored by Operation Santa Claus. Participating groups: Family Planning Association of Hong Kong, Hong Kong AIDS Foundation, Equal Opportunities Commission and many other migrant support groups. For details, contact PathFinders at Tel 5621 8329 or emailinfor@pathfinders.org.hk

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Financial Health Literacy
Nov 19, PCG Sentro Rizal
Free one-on-one consultation: 1-3 pm
Money Wise Public Forum: 3-5 pm
Organizer: Enrich HK.
To sign up for an appointment, call 2386 5811

Massage Therapy Graduation (Batches 21, 22 & 23)
Nov. 26, 1-4pm. PCG Conference Room
Organizer: United Migrants Entrepreneurship & Livelihood Association (Umela)-HK. For inquiries on how to join Umela’s training, call Maellen Lupera, 5535 2165; Opalyn Albidas, 61387357 and Emma Capal, 9859 5023

CARD HK Foundation Graduation
Nov. 26, 1-5pm. 1/F Auditorium, Duke of Windsor Bldg
15 Hennesy Road, Wanchai
Graduation of batches 41-44 of Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship and Livelihood Seminars
Contacf: Jessica 5110 4472

Sikap Anniversary and Christmas Party
Nov. 26, 1-3 pm. Empire Hotel, Wanchai
Oeganizer: Sikap Association
Contact: Rey Vital 9639 0758

Migrants Pride Parade
Nov. 26,  1 pm. Edinburgh Place (near City Hall), Central
A campaign to promote the rights and welfare of LGBT migrants in the community, and to fight for equality and against homophobia and discrimination
Details: Shiela Tebia, 9013 1542

Traffic Laws in HK Seminar
Nov. 26, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm. Central Police Station, No. 2 Chung Kong Rd, Sheung Wan
Organizer: HK Police. Those interested to attend may email  Wendy Yip at sslo-1-cdist@police.gov.hk

Lifestyle Diseases Seminar and Free Consultation
Nov. 26, 11am - 6pm. 15F Nan Dao Commercial Bldg
359-361 Queens Road Central, Sheung Wan
Organizer: Noble Life International
To register, call 6625 5924 and look for Ms. Evelyn Leung

Simplicity. Power: An exhibit of traditional Cordillera Art
Dec. 1, 2017 – Feb. 4, 2018. University Museum and Art Gallery, University of Hong Kong
Pokfulam, Hong Kong

2017 Migrants’ Health Matters
Dec 10, 10am-6pm. Kik Yeung Football Pitch, Kik Yeung, Yuen Long.
Fun-filled community health day with free health information and basic screenings for migrant workers.
Hosted by: PathFinders and Christian Action and sponsored by Operation Santa Claus. Participating groups: Family Planning Association of Hong Kong, Hong Kong AIDS Foundation, Equal Opportunities Commission and many other migrant support groups. For details, contact PathFinders at Tel 5621 8329 or email infor@pathfinders.org.hk

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FBC-HK 6th Anniversary Celebration
Nov 5, 11:00am-4pm, U-Banquet 5th Floor, Lee Theater Plaza, Causeway Bay. By invitation only. Contact: Jenny Gafate, 9854 9724

Cinema screening: The Helper Documentary 
Nov. 3, 7:50 pm (final screening), AMC Pacific Place. For ticket prices and other details check the FB Page, The Helper Documentary

La Vie En Rose 
A free 3-hour workshop with noted artist Rose Gisbert on the basics of acrylic painting, color mixing and brush techniques
Nov 12, 9m – 12nn, 2-5 pm (two sessions) PCG Gallery. Organized by: Pintura Circle and PCG. Admission and materials are free. Limited slots available. Priority to be given to those who were accepted to the earlier session on Oct 15 that got cancelled because of T8. Check Pintura Circle’s Facebook page for any updates, or to send a message

Sportsfest at Repulse Bay
Nov. 12, 8am onwards. Organized by Extremers and other group of hikers. For details call Jessie Quevedo @ 96116023.

Massage Therapy Graduation (Batches 21, 22 & 23)
Nov. 26, 1-4pm, PCG Conference Room. Organizer: United Migrants Entrepreneurship & Livelihood Association (Umela)-HK. For inquiries on how to join Umela’s training, call Maellen Lupera, 5535 2165; Opalyn Albidas, 61387357 and Emma Capal, 9859 5023

Simplicity. Power: Exhibit of traditional Cordillera Art
Dec. 1, 2017 – Feb. 4, 2018, University Museum and Art Gallery, University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong

2017 Migrants’ Health Matters
Dec 10, 10am-6pm. Kik Yeung Football Pitch, Kik Yeung, Yuen Long. Fun-filled community health day with free health information and basic screenings for migrant workers. Hosted by: PathFinders and Christian Action and sponsored by Operation Santa Claus. Participating groups: Family Planning Association of Hong Kong, Hong Kong AIDS Foundation, Equal Opportunities Commission and many other migrant support groups. For details, contact PathFinders at Tel 5621 8329 or email infor@pathfinders.org.hk

Cinema screening: The Helper Documentary

Starting Oct. 12- Nov. 3, AMC Pacific Place
Oct 12-18, Oct 22-26 and Nov. 3: Screening time is 7:50 pm
Extra screening on Oct. 22, Sunday, at 5:45pm
For ticket prices and other details check the FB Page, The Helper  Documentary

Financial Health Desk
Oct 15, 1-5pm, PCG Conference Room
One-on-one confidential financial advice for migrant women with money concerns.  Organized by: Enrich HK and PCG
For appointment, email participant@enrichhk.org or call 2386 5811.

Product Presentation
Oct 15, 11 am onwards
Admiralty Bridge (Connecting to PCG)
Organized by: Filipino Workers Livelihood Association
For inquiries call Tina Villaruz @94514596.

Breast Cancer Awareness Talk
Oct. 18, 6:30-8:30pm
Unit 1-2, 12/F, Euro Trade Centre, 21-23 Des Voeux Road Central
Lecturer: Dr Hung Wai-Ka, Specialist in Surgery and Honorary Medical Consultant,
HK Breast Cancer Foundation
Topic: Knowing Breast Cancer: Early Detection Helps Save Lives Organized by: Philippine Association of Hong Kong

Nueva Vizcayano Day (Saniata ti Tribu Biscayano) 
Oct 22, 10am – 6pm, Chater Road Central
For inquiries, call Rose Sierra @54406395/ Pimar Cachero @95421815

Financial Literary Seminar 
Oct 22, 9am to 5pm Bayanihan Centre, Kennedy Town.
Organizer: CARD HK Foundation
To register, contact   95296392/ 54238196.


2017 Migrants’ Health Matters
Dec 10, 10am-6pm
Kik Yeung Football Pitch, Kik Yeung, Yuen Long.
Fun-filled community health day with free health information and basic screenings for migrant workers. Hosted by: PathFinders and Christian Action and sponsored by Operation Santa Claus. Participating groups: Family Planning Association of Hong Kong, Hong Kong AIDS Foundation, Equal Opportunities Commission and many other migrant support groups. For details, contact PathFinders at Tel 5621 8329 or email infor@pathfinders.org.hk

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The SUN News Writing Seminar
Aug 20, 1-5pm. Rm 1503 NPAC, 10 North Point Road, North Point. (get off at the last stop of the North Point tram line)
Open to all OFWs who have experience in, or are interested in learning how to write and possibly become contributors of The SUN. Lecturers are all veteran and professional journalists in Hong Kong and the Philippines. Seats are limited.
Call 2541 7869 to book a place.

Dugong Alay ng Pilipino (Blood Donation Drive)
Aug 20, 11an – 6:30pm.
Red Cross Donation Centre: 14/F Plaza 2000, 2-4 Russel Street, Causeway Bay (exit A, Causeway Bay MTR station).
Co-organized by HK Red Cross and the Consulate. To register, email cultural.pcg@gmail.com or call 2823 8503. Give blood, save lives


Financial Health Desk
Aug 20, 1-5 pm (and every Sunday).
PCG Service Area
This is a one-to-one, confidential advice for migrant women with specific money concerns, especially useful if you are in debt or have big financial decisions to make.
Conducted by: Enrich with support from the Philippine Consulate
For appointment, email participant@enrichhk.org or call 2386 5811

CARD HK general assembly and graduation
Aug 27, 1pm to 5:30pm,
Bayanihan Center, Kennedy Town.
General assembly of CARD Hong Kong Foundation and graduation ceremony for its Batch 41 and 42 trainees in its Financial Literacy course.
The next CARD HK financial literacy seminars will be held on Sept 24 and Oct 22, also at Bayanihan Center.
For  registration and enquiries, please call Vicky Reyes Munar at tel. no. 9606 6810, or CARD
at 5423 8196 and 9529 6392.

Selebrasyon ng Buwan ng Wika
Aug 27, 5:30-7:00pm PCG Service Area
By invitation from the Philippine Consulate General
For details, email cultural.pcg@gmail.com or call 2823 8517

Free Mushroom, Rice and Integrated Farming Seminar
Sep 9 (Saturday), 2-4pm, 16th floor Admiralty Centre Tower 1 (take exit A of Admiralty MTR station)
Sept 10 (Sunday), 9-11am; 11am-1pm; 1:30-3:30pm; 3:30-5:30pm (4 batches) at No 3 Lockhart Road, Wanchai
Organized by: Philippine Overseas Labor Office and Department of Agriculture
To register, visit the “POLO – Hong Kong SAR” Facebook page

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Financial Health Desk
Aug 20, 1-5 pm (and every Sunday of the month)
PCG Service Area
This is a one-to-one, confidential advice for migrant women with specific money concerns, especially useful if you are in debt or have big financial decisions to make.
Conducted by: Enrich with support from the Philippine Consulate. For appointment, email participant@enrichhk.org or call 2386 5811

Fund-Raising Concert at St John’s 
The Cathedral of St. Michael  the Archangel (CSMA) Choir of the Iglesia Filipina Independiente of Bacoor City will hold a fund-raising concert at St. John’s Cathedral on Aug 13 at 4:00pm.  Proceeds will go to the repairs of the Bacoor Parish School, Ltd and the repairs of the St. Michael’s Cathedral, Bacoor City.
Please come. Please support this worthwhile activity. Ticket-price will be whatever you wish to give but please do give generously. For further information please call Fr Dwight dela Torre, Tel No. 2523-4157/2522-8261

Jehovah’s Witnesses Convention
Thousands of people from different nationalities are expected to converge in Hong Kong on Aug.4-6 for a rare gathering of Jehovah’s Witnesses.  A large number of attendees will be from the Filipino community in Hong Kong. There will be a section designated for Tagalog and Iloko speakers. Other language groups like Indonesian, Thai, Hindi and even Chinese Sign Language will have a simultaneous translation from English being the main language to be used during the program. The convention focuses on not giving up despite life’s challenges. It will help anyone in the audience to keep a positive outlook and live a happy life even in sad times.
The gathering is open to the public and is free of charge.
For details, call 9444 or email dfd_72@hotmail.com.

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Free Medical and Dental Examination
(6th Annual Community Health Fair)
Available only for foreign domestic workers
July 2, 10am-4pm
Venue: Sam Yuk School Building, 14 Sycamore, Tai Kok Tsui, Kowloon
(Prince Edward MTR, exit C2)
Organizer: HK Adventist Hospital
*Two dentists and three doctors will provide health counseling.
*Two free seminars:
11am: “How to prevent Women’s Cancers”
1pm: “Silent Killer, Cardiovascular Disease”
To reserve your place, contact Daniel Seo at 9017 5774/ 2808 0855

Raise the Roof V: Fiesta sa Bayanihan! 
(A celebration showcasing Filipino music, dances, spoken word, games, and many more)
July 15 (Saturday), 2pm-5:30pm
Bayanihan Centre, 55 Victoria Rd, Kennedy Town
Organizer: Section Juan
Tickets are priced:
Adults: $100; Teen $70; Children (up to 12 yo), $50 and Barkada Package: $360 for 4 adults
Guests are each requested to bring a pre-loved book

Calling all Filipino guitar players in Hong Kong:
Be part of Hong Kong’s history. Join the Grand Guitar Jamming to be held at Tamar Park, Admiralty, on July 1, the 20th Anniversary of Hong Kong’s Handover to China, a statutory holiday.
All guitarists will play the song, “Anak” by Freddie Aguilar.
Please wear black shirts and maong pants, or you may buy the “Guitar I’ve Been There” shirt from the organizers.
For queries, please call Frederick at 6971 1992. See you all!

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Philippine Independence Day Ball
“Swingaround Charity Dinner and Concert”
June 17, 6pm on, Conrad Hong Kong
Organizers: Philippine Association of Hong Kong and Philippine Airlines
Tickets are priced at $1,500 and $2,000
Featured Artists: Morissette Amon and Jonalyn Viray

Kasiyahan sa Kalayaan, Kabayan
Philippine Independence Day Celebration
June 18, 9am on, Edinburgh Place, Central
Featured Artists: Boyband PH and DJ Chacha
Organizers: PAHK and Global Alliance

Free Financial Literacy Seminar (Batch 41)
June 25, 9am-5pm, Bayanihan Centre, 55 Victoria Road, Kennedy Town
Organizer: CARD HK. To register, please check FB page of CARD Hong Kong Foundation  

Mass guitar-playing by women
July 1, 4-6pm
Tamar Park, Admiralty, Hong Kong
Organized by: Frederick Suarez, guitar instructor
Around 300 women guitarists will play the song “Anak” in an attempt to merit an entry into the Guinness Book of Records. Open to the public. Those who are interested to take part, contact Frederick through Facebook

Celebrate the 20th anniversary of HKSAR
The HKSAR Government is joining hands with different sectors to organize a wide variety of activities and events under the theme “Together · Progress · Opportunity”.
Altogether, more than 600 events and activities will be staged by the Government and different sectors until the end of 2017. For full details and updates on the 20th anniversary celebrations and events, please visit www.hksar20.gov.hk. Among the events:

HKSAR 20th Anniversary Roving Exhibition
June 16-22 at Plaza Hollywood in Diamond Hill on (Friday).
An LED touchscreen panel will be set up at the venue to showcase the developments and achievements of the HKSAR over the past 20 years in areas such as the economy, technology, infrastructure, tourism, culture and sport. The exhibition will also feature winning entries of the 20th anniversary poster and video competitions. Visitors can take home a 20th anniversary souvenir distributed on the day after clicking the "Like" button on the HKSAR 20th anniversary Facebook page (www.facebook.com/HKSAR20).

Gerontech and Innovation Expo cum Summit 
June 16-18 (Friday to Sunday) at Halls 3D and 3E of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.
The Expo will be open to the public for free. Registration is required and can be made at the venue registration counter or through the event website in advance.  It is designed for all sectors of the community and the general public, especially stakeholders in elderly care and the service sector, elderly persons and their family members and caregivers.

Thematic Light-and-Music Show
June 17 (Saturday) 7.30pm to 9pm,  Sha Tin
This marks the 20th anniversary of the HKSAR and commissioning of the new thematic lighting system at the Lek Yuen Bridge, the Sand Martin Bridge and the Banyan Bridge. This is a free walk-in event for members of the public to join. For enquiries, call 2158 5441 or 2158 5414.

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119th Philippine Independence Day Celebration
Featuring: Bb Pilipinas-OFW Beauty Pageant
June 4, whole day.
Chater Road, Central
Organized by: Global Alliance
Watch OFW candidates parade in designer gowns lent to them for free

Seminar on Sexual Harassment
June 4, 2-5pm,
EOC Conference Room, 19th floor, Cityplaza 3, Taikoo Shing. Speakers: Anju Ghising from RainLily and Devi Novianti from EOC
To book a place, call 2106 2156

Magtanong Kay Dok
Focus: Cervical and breast cancer: How to prevent and cure
June 4, 1pm, PCG Conference Room
Speaker: Dr. Romeo V. Orteza
To book a place: 2823 8512

Mga Kulay at Ngiti ng LGBT
(In celebration of Pride Month)
June 11,  3-5pm, PCG Conference Room
Speaker: Dr. Brenda Alegre
To book a place, call 2823 8511

Jam for a Cause & Benefit Dance
June 11, 9am- 7pm
Pier 10, Central
Organized by Cordillera Connection – HK
Featuring: Rock N Play Band with VC Bob Quintin

Multi-cultural Charity Event
Jun 11, 12nn-6pm,
Bayanihan Centre Auditorium, Kennedy Town. Organized by:  Zamboanga-Basilan HK Association
Open to the everyone, from whatever nationality
Categories are:
1. Ms ZamBas-Asian Beauty Pageant (female, any Nationality 18 to 40yrs old)
2. Ms Handsome (Tomboy fashion show, any Nationality, no age limit)
3. Dance Group Contest (3to5 dancers, any dance style choreography, any Nationality)
3. English Solo Singing Contest (any Nationality)
4. Indo-Singing Contest Solo ( Indonesian only)
5. Ms Kebaya Fashion Show (indonesian only)
Submission of entry will be until Apr 2.
Contact (whatsapp or viber): Becky 69726355 & 92523046 viber; Linda 97000780; Liezel 96866346.

Philippine Independence Day Ball
“Swingaround Charity Dinner and Concert”
June 17, 6pm on
Conrad Hong Kong
Organizers: Philippine Association of Hong Kong and Philippine Airlines
Tickets are priced at $1,500 and $2,000
Featured Artists: Morissette Amon and Jonalyn Viray

Kasiyahan sa Kalayaan, Kabayan
Philippine Independence Day Celebration
June 18, 9am on
Edinburgh Place, Central
Featured Artists: Boyband PH and DJ Chacha
Organizers: PAHK and Global Alliance

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Luzon Festival
(With Mutya ng Luzon and Miss Flag 2017)
Apr 30, 12nn-7pm
Stanley Community Hall, 30 Stanley Market Road
Organized by: Federation of Luzon Active Groups

Street Dancing and Cultural Show
May 1, whole day
Chater Road, Central
Featuring: Mutya ng Luzon 2017 / Flores de Mayo 2017
Organized by: Luzon Alliance Hong Kong

Course : Computer Microsoft Word Basic (Saturday)
May 20- July 15 (except July 1), 2:30-5:00pm
Target: Foreign domestic workers
Language: English
Fee: $320 including material
Venue: Caritas Fortress Hill Centre, G/F. , No.28A, Fortress Hill Road, Hong Kong.

Ongoing: Sunday Basic Cantonese
Apr 23 – Aug 6
Target: ethnic minorities with HKID
Fee: $100 including materials (CSSA recipients get 50% off)
Venue : G/F, 28A Fortress Hill Road, Hong Kong.
Information: 2147-5988

Multi-cultural Charity Event
Jun 11, 12nn-6pm
Bayanihan Centre Auditorium, Kennedy Town
Organized by:  Zamboanga-Basilan HK Association
Open to the everyone, from whatever nationality
Categories are:
1. Ms ZamBas-Asian Beauty Pageant (female, any Nationality 18 to 40yrs old)
2. Ms Handsome (Tomboy fashion show, any Nationality, no age limit)
3. Dance Group Contest (3to5 dancers, any dance style choreography, any Nationality)
3. English Solo Singing Contest (any Nationality)
4. Indo-Singing Contest Solo ( Indonesian only)
5. Ms Kebaya Fashion Show (indonesian only)
Submission of entry will be until Apr 2.
Contact (whatsapp or viber): Becky 69726355 & 92523046 viber; Linda 97000780; Liezel 96866346.

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Crime Prevention Meeting
Apr 2, 11am-12 nn, HK Police Central Police Station
2 Chung Kwong Street, Sheung Wan
Registration required as only 50 slots are available.
Register with Luz Iglesias of PCG at 2823 8501/ 8509

Walk for Fun, Unity & Wellness
Apr 2, 10 am assembly time, Route: Repulse Bay to Stanley
Meeting Place: Repulse Bay Towers bus stop
From the Exchange Square Bus Terminus in Central, take Bus No 6, 6x or 260. From Causeway Bay, take bus #40. From North Point, bus #65 Please bring: water, light snacks, face towel, extra shirt and hat. Organized by: Filmcass. Open to all.

March for Life HK
Apr 9, 2-5pm. Assembly: Holy Cross Church—1, Tai Shek Street, Sai Wan Ho, HK. Hosted by: 40 Days for Life HK

Diabetes and Hypertension Management Seminars
Apr 22 (Saturday), 2-4:30pm, Li Hall, St John’s Cathedral
Hosted by: Mission for Migrant Workers

Talk: The Importance of Design in Business
Apr 23, 2-5 pm, PCG Conference Room
Brand Creation and Brand Identity Management
Speaker: Chris Dingcong, Creative and Marketing Director, Springtime Design Ltd. Target participants are those who have undergone financial literacy and business development courses or those engaged in a family business. Co-organizers: PCG and Wimler Foundation. Contacts: Maria 9151 2414 or Lorna, 2823 8512

Sunday Basic Cantonese
Apr 23 - Aug 6, 10:00 - 13:00 (Total 50 hours)
Target participants are ethnic minorities in HK with HKID
A fee of $100 / head includes materials. CSSA recipients pay only $50. Venue: G/F, 28A Fortress Hill Road, Hong Kong.

Special Favor 2017
(His Sanctuary Anniversary Celebration)
Apr 23, 9am-5pm, With Dr. Bong Hermoza

Course : Computer Microsoft Word Basic (Saturday)
May 20- July 15 (except July 1), 2:30-5:00pm
Target: Foreign domestic workers. Language: English
Fee: $320 including material. Venue: Caritas Fortress Hill Centre, G/F. , No.28A, Fortress Hill Road, Hong Kong.
Information & Registration: 2147-5988

Multi-cultural Charity Event
Jun 11, 12nn-6pm, Bayanihan Centre, Kennedy Town
Organized by:  Zamboanga-Basilan HK Association
Open to the everyone, from whatever nationality
Categories are:
1. Ms ZamBas-Asian Beauty Pageant (female, any Nationality 18 to 40yrs old)
2. Ms Handsome (Tomboy fashion show, any Nationality, no age limit)
3. Dance Group Contest (3to5 dancers, any dance style choreography, any Nationality)
3. English Solo Singing Contest (any Nationality)
4. Indo-Singing Contest Solo ( Indonesian only)
5. Ms Kebaya Fashion Show (indonesian only)
Submission of entry will be until Apr 2.
Contact (whatsapp or viber): Becky 69726355 & 92523046 viber; Linda 97000780; Liezel 96866346.

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International Women’s Day Celebration
Mar 12, Sunday, 1-5pm
New Horizon Building, 2 Kwun Tong Road (Choi Hung MTR exit A2
Organized by: International Organization for Migration (IOM) Hong Kong
Guest Speaker: Consul General Bernardita Catalla
Theme: “Commemorating the Acts of Courage and Determination of Women Migrant Workers in Hong Kong”
Those who want to join, please register via email through iomhongkongoffice@iom.int o info@christian-action.org.hk or Whatsapp sa 56408251 until Mar 8. A certificate of appreciation will be given to Filcom organizations that participate

Philippines at Hong Kong Flower Show
Mar 10-19, whole day, Victoria Park, Causeway Bay
The Philippine Consulate will have a booth for the first time
Details, contact the PCG’s cultural section at 2823 8535

Nurses’ Forum II (CPD Updates and Possible NLE)
Mar 12, 8am – 12nn, Bayanihan Kennedy Town Center
Speaker: Dr. Josefina Tuazon, former dean of the UP College of Nursing
Organized by: Filipino Nurses Association
For seat reservation: leave a comment on the Filipino Nurses Association’s FB page, stating yor full name, and whether you’re a RN or a BSN graduate; or through Whatsapp message to 61625584.

Asian Contemporary Art Fair
Featuring: Award-Winning Artists from the Philippines
Mar 17-20, Rm 4023, 40th Floor, Conrad Hotel in Pacific Place
Opening Night, Mar 17, 4-9pm: By invitation only
Thereafter, opening hours are:
Saturday, Mar 18:   12 pm to 9 pm
Sunday, Mar 19:     12 pm to 8 pm
Monday, Mar 20:    12 pm to 6 pm
Organized by Galleria Camaya

Junk Boat Escapade
Mar. 19 (Sunday), 11am-12noon
Cruise around Sai Kung. Organized by: OFWs in Hong Kong
Contact:  Regina Collado Aguirre on FB or whatsapp 96864510 (Sunday only)

Special Favor 2017
(His Sanctuary Anniversary Celebration)
With Dr. Bong Hermoza, Apr 23, 9am-5pm

Multi-cultural Charity Event
Jun 11, 12nn-6pm
Bayanihan Centre Auditorium, Kennedy Town
Organized by:  Zamboanga-Basilan HK Association
Open to the everyone, from whatever nationality
Categories are:
1. Ms ZamBas-Asian Beauty Pageant (female, any Nationality 18 to 40yrs old)
2. Ms Handsome (Tomboy fashion show, any Nationality, no age limit)
3. Dance Group Contest (3to5 dancers, any dance style choreography, any Nationality)
3. English Solo Singing Contest (any Nationality)
4. Indo-Singing Contest Solo ( Indonesian only)
5. Ms Kebaya Fashion Show (indonesian only)
Submission of entry will be until Apr 2.
Contact (whatsapp or viber): Becky 69726355 & 92523046 viber; Linda 97000780; Liezel 96866346.

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TGIF With Friends
Feb. 17, 6:30-9:30pm
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Organized by: Philippine Association of Hong Kong
Tickets to this charity fundraiser are $250 for members and $300 for non-members (includes the annual membership fee). Price includes three drinks and canapes.

Free Financial Check-up
Feb. 19, 1-5pm
PCG Conference Room
Organized by: PCG and Enrich
To book a place, register personally at the PCG Cultural Section or call 2823 8512

DWEP Batch 2 Graduation
Feb. 19, 2pm onwards
Rayson Huang Theatre, University of Hong Kong
Organizer: HKU Domestic Workers Empowerment Programme

HKTDC Education and Careers Expo
Feb. 23-26, HK Convention and Exhibition Centre
The Philippine booth is at 1E-D24.
Participating schools include the University of the Philippines, Ateneo de Manila University and De La Salle University
Organized by the HK Trade Development Council
Details, call the PCG Cultural Office at 2823 8512
Philippines at Hong Kong Flower Show
Mar 10-19, whole day
Victoria Park, Causeway Bay
The Philippine Consulate will have a booth for the first time
Details, contact the cultural section at 2823 8535

Asia Contemporary Art Show Spring Edition 2017
Mar 18-20
Conrad Hong Kong
Special 2-for-1 tickets available now. You can enter the exhibit on Saturday, Sunday and Monday – and bring a friend for free if you buy tickets before the show. Tickets at the door are HK$220 per person. Free admission for children under 16 yrs if accompanied by an adult.
Tickets are available here: http://www.asiacontemporaryart.com/tickets

Teachers Oath-Taking:
Calling all Board Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (BLEPT) passers and also all the proctors and watchers for the years 2014, 2015, and 2016 in Hong Kong SAR to contact NOPT-HK for the registration for the Oath Taking.Registration deadline is March 12.
You may contact them on their Facebook page @ https://www.facebook.com/nopthk2016.c0m/ ; you may call or text or whatsapp at their Hotline Number: +85252960156
or email at nopthk@gmail.com

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PAHK 2017 Induction
Jan. 11, 6pm onwards, PCG Conference Room
Organizer: Philippine Association of Hong Kong
Guest of honor: Consul General Bernardita Catalla

Artruism 3: Affordable HeART exhibit
Online sales are ongoing until Jan. 23
Opening cocktails: Jan. 25, 6-9pm
Exhibit runs: Jan. 26-Feb. 2
Venue: Visual Arts Centre, 2 Kennedy Road, Hong Kong
Joint organizers: Pintura Circle and International Care Ministries. Fund-raising exhibit of works by artists who support the two charities jointly organizing the show
Those interested to purchase a piece should look for the Facebook events invite section under the name Artruism 3; Affordable HeART

Kadayawan at Chinese New Year Parade
Jan. 28, 8pm onwards, Tsimshatsui promenade
Kadayawan Dancers from Davao City are this year’s official Philippine entry to the lively street party

Elderly and Dementia Care Seminar
Jan 21, 2017, 8:30am to 5pm, POLO OWWA Training Room, 11/F Admiralty Centre Tower 1
This one-day seminar is a free training on Elderly and Dementia Care for OFWs in Hong Kong who are off Saturdays and are caring for elderly people or those with dementia. The training will be conducted by the HK Jockey Club Center for Positive Ageing. Leave private message on Facebook page of Labatt Jalilo de la Torre.
Window of the World Tour
Jan. 29, 9am – 5pm
A day-long trip to one of Shenzhen’s famous attractions
Organizer: OFWs in Hong Kong
All OFWs and their friends are invited to join
Contact: Gemini Aguirre or Admin Mocha through whatsapp at 96864510

What's on, where

4th Annual Hong Kong Bazaar

Dec. 17, 10am-8pm
Mariners’ Club, Tsimshatsui
This is a one day shopping event where there will be a lot of items on sale, from jewelry to fashion wear and decorations. A lot of handmade fashion accessories and handicraft will also be available.

Scrap OEC/International Migrants Day Rally
Dec. 18, 11am
Ground Floor, Admiralty Centre
Organized by: Unifil-Migrante Hong Kong
Contact: 97472986 / 90131542

Christmas Party
Dec. 18, 11 am onwards
Tin Hau Park
Organizer: Phil Guardians Brotherhood Incorporated
Contact: Sonia Indunan at 51061781.

Acquaintance and Christmas Party
Dec. 18, 11am – 4pm
Pier 7 Café and Bar
Organizer: Filipino Nurses Association Hong Kong
Contact: Lorna at 69290040

Christmas Potluck Party
Dec. 25, 1am-4pm, Pier 9, Central
All OFWs, their friends and supporters are welcome
“Come and join us in getting to know each other and to celebrate the spirit of Christmas”
Organizer: OFWs in Hong Kong
Everyone is encouraged to join the exchange of gifts worth $50 or more, and to bring a dish for the potluck party
We will have fun, games and many other surprises
Window of the World Tour
Jan. 29, 9am – 5pm
A day-long trip to one of Shenzhen’s famous attractions
Organizer: OFWs in Hong Kong
All OFWs and their friends are invited to join
Contact: Gemini Aguirre or Admin Mocha through whatsapp at 96864510

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Thomasian Chamber Choir in HK
Dec 1, 6pm
Hong Kong Cultural Center Foyer
Free public performance by the award-winning chamber choir of the University of Santo Tomas in Manila
Organized by the Philippine Consulate General

Symphony of Light: A Photo Exhibit
(an exhibit of water color paintings by Janet Pancho Gupta)
Ongoing until Dec. 1
PCG Gallery, 14th floor, United Centre, Admiralty
Open to the public
Co-organized by Pintura Circle and the Philippine Consulate General

Concert in the Park
Dec. 3, 1:30-7pm
HK Cultural Centre Piazza, TST
Organized by: Hong Kong Musicians Union and Philippine Consulate General
Supported by: HK Leisure and Cultural Services Department
Admission is freee

1st Anniversary Celebration
Dec. 3, 1-5pm
Bayanihan Centre at Kennedy Town
Organizer: Pangasinan Society Hong Kong
Contact: Leilani Campos at 9665 0943

UPAA HK AGM and Christmas Party
Dec. 5, 7pm onwards. Venue: Bisney Road, Pokfulam
Open to all alumni of the University of the Philippines
For directions and other details, please contact Sher at 6628 1827

2nd Anniversary Party
Dec 11, 12nn, M/V Star Pisces, TST
Organizer: Annak Ti Abra Hong Kong
Contact: Yolanda Pilarta @57147679 for details.

3rd Anniversary Party/Graduation
Dec. 11, 11am onwards, Best Western Plus Hotel,
Organizer: Ilagan City Association HK
Contact: Gigi Arquero at 97209390

International Migrants Day Rally
Dec. 18, 2pm onwards. Venue TBA
Organized by: Asian Migrants Coordinating Body
Contact: Dolores 97472986

Free Open Air Cinema in Causeway Bay
To help celebrate the Great November Feast organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board and a series of wine and dine activities at Queen’s Road East, Wanchai, Lee Tung Avenue is screening two Hollywood foodie movies for free in the Lee Tung Avenue Atrium in Causeway 6:30pm-8:30pm are: Julie & Julia (Dec 3, Saturday) and Chef (Dec 4, Sunday). Both screenings are open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis.