JUNE 2015

VOL 47, NO 6 The Tambuli is a monthly publication of the Filipino Association of Greater Kansas City.

9810 W 79th St Overland Park, KS 66204 816-888-4416

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IN THIS ISSUE:

1 President’s Message

Fiesta Chair’s Message

2 Upcoming Events

Consular Outreach

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4

8

Community Celebrants

General Meeting Minutes

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Treasurer’s Report

Young Newsmakers

7 Community Events and

Pictures

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11

Lessons on American

English

Philippine News

The Filipino Association of Greater Kansas City is a not-for-profit, non-political, and non-sectarian organization established to preserve, promote, and enhance Filipino culture through education and cultural arts, and to provide service to the community at-large through its projects and programs.

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

In years past, Fiesta time has always been a season for celebration, - to eat, drink and make merry. From each turon fried to perfection to the heavenly aroma of adobo stewing and each Sinag-Tala dance move executed, a lot of time and preparation went to each step to prepare for what we finally see at the Filipino Cultural Center grounds

Dear friends, tito's and tita's:

When I think of our Association, I think of vo- lunteers, I think of time and values. One thing we cannot make, buy or borrow is time. We have a limited amount of time for our family, professional lives and our own interests. Therefore, an individual’s time is a very precious commodity.

When we commit ourselves to volunteer, we have chosen to give up our own time to support an activity to benefit others. Fiesta Filipina is one big example as there is a lot of effort - logistics, scheduling, recruiting, soliciting, purchasing, marketing, cooking, setup and tear down, among many other complexities - that have to be planned and executed. This brings me to values. Some of the strongest values, service and sacrifice have been shown in full force with Fiesta and we have placed our needs above our own. The true volunteer, YOU, gave up your personal time and energy and expended it to help our Association.

YOU, our volunteers, work in a multitude of tasks, projects and team leading. Every job done by YOU is an important contribution to

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- the many different talents coming to life to embody what we present as our future to the rest of the world!

Never did I realize that behind each step was the spirit of community among those who commit to bring the whole celebration full circle. To those who made the Fiesta extra special this year, thank you. Riz Pecaña President Filipino Association of Greater Kansas City

Manuel Rizvend Pecaña President Filipino Association of Greater Kansas City

FROM OUR FIESTA FILIPINA EVENT CHAIR –

A SPECIAL THANK YOU!

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TAMBULI STAFF

Editor-in-Chief

Ping Bayani

Photographer

Armando Costes

Contributors – This Issue

Kevin Bautista Manuel P. Pardo, M.D. Rizvend Pecana Want to submit content or even be part of the staff? Contact the Editor-in-Chief at 913-558-4332 or pbayani@filipino-association.org

IMPORTANT NOTICE Consular Outreach

Saturday, July 11, 2015, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Isle of Capri Casino Hotel Boonville The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) hosts the Philippine Consulate General from Chicago for an outreach program. Save some time and resources going to Chicago, and instead enjoy the convenience of getting your consular services right here in Missouri. Boonville is located along I-70 about 1.5 hours east of Kansas City.

Consular Services 1. ePassport Services 2. Visa Services 3. Notarials (Acknowledgment/Authentication) 4. Civil Registry (Report of Birth/Marriage) 5. Dual Citizenship

Note: All applicants must mail their applications and requirements in advance to the Philippine Consulate General, for pre-processing and scheduling purposes. Applications must be received on or before July 1. Applicants will be notified of their schedule via email or phone call one week before the outreach date. Download additional info (PDF).

Contact: Anecita Alvizo anecita_s@yahoo.com / 660-888-1429

*This event is not affiliated with the Filipino Association of Greater Kansas City.

UPCOMING EVENTS For details and a complete listing, go to www.filipino-association.org/calendar

General Monthly Meeting 7:30 – 9:30 PM, Filipino Cultural Center (FCC) Our General Monthly Meetings are on the first Friday of each month, unless otherwise noted. These meetings are open to all - members and non-members alike, and anyone who is interested in becoming involved. Contact: Rizvend Pecana, FAGKC President rpecana@filipin0-association.org/913-710-0462

Filipinettes and Sinag-Tala Practice Sundays, 1:00 - 5:00 PM, FCC Younger ones at 1 PM, seasoned dancers at 3 PM! Contact: Dr. Lillian Pardo lpardo@filipino-association.org / 913-722-5913

Sampaguita Choir Practice If singing is your thing, along with potluck dinners and pleasant company, give the choir a try! Rehearsal days and times may vary. Contact: Cory Sorio cporille@yahoo.com / (816) 695-8774

Rondalla Practice Sundays, 5:00 - 7:00 PM, FCC Contact: Dr. Lillian Pardo lpardo@filipino-association.org / 913-722-5913

Senior Council Monthly Meeting 2nd Saturday of each month, 1:30 PM, FCC Contact: Jojie Doronio mdoronio@sononet.us / 913-722-5913

FAGKC Board of Directors Quarterly Meeting Wednesday, July 15, 2015, 6:30 PM, FCC The quarterly meetings are open to all duly-paid members of the Filipino Association. Members may participate in the discussion of issues on the Board's agenda. Contact: Dr. Mila Tiojanco, FAGKC Board Chair mtiojanco@filipino-association.org / 816-674-6836

Pinoy Breakfast Saturday, July 25, 2015 Doors open at 9:00 AM, FCC Start your Saturday right with a hearty breakfast shared with friends old and new! Contact: Rizvend Pecana, FAGKC President rpecana@filipin0-association.org/913-710-0462

Clink & Clique: Monthly Networking Happy Hour Wednesday, July 15, 2015, 5:30-7:30 PM, Venue TBA Come hang out with old friends, meet new ones, and discover new connections and opportunities within the community. RSVP not required, but helpful. Contact: Edward Tumanut etumanut@filipino-association.org / 816-699-6523

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COMMUNITY CELEBRANTS If any of the information below needs to be updated, contact the Editor-in-Chief.

JULY BIRTHDAYS

Julie Francia 1

Harry Mullins 1

Ted Tungol 1

Wilma Cepeda 2

Sophia Medallada 2

Alma Meyer 2

Carmen Jalbuena 3

Tacing Jalbuena 3

Nico Torres 3

Nita West 3

Tony Aquino 4

Roman Enriquez 4

Cheryl Gaela 4

Gabrielle Miciano 4

Murray Winicov 4

Joe Condra 5

Keith Berry 6

AJ Mondega 6

Arwen Dickson 7

Becky Ganaban 7

Edmund Alcazaren 8

Richard Macaraeg 8

Prescilla Villamayor 8

Erlinda Horne 9

Joe Medallada 9

Cynthia Thompson 9

Stan Berry 10

Raesa de los Santos 10

Joy Mamuric 10

Luis Antonio Mamuric 10

Rachel Manakul 10

Ken Relampagos 10

Julian Torres 10

Carmen Chico

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Dading Cipat 11

Caring Francisco 11

Jo Abraham

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Ana Cabalse 12

Natalie Chevalier 12

Claudette Rabang 12

Clare Sumaljag 12

Ali Thompson 13

Amy Tinio 13

Arlene Vitug 13

Katrina Abraham 14

Mikaylie Parco

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Noemi Condra 15

Fely Francisco

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Michael Herrick

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Karl Kruger 15

Al Agustin Jr.

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Josie Cruz 17

Aisa Dimalanta 17

Faye Michelle Reyes 17

Rica Rivera 17

Bing Toloza

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Robert Francisco

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Steve Fuller 18

Anthony Navas 18

Reed Bremer 19

Dina Jalosjos 19

Daya Lisondra 19

Pauline Martin 19

Garing Alemania 20

Whitley Cain 20

Joseph Cordero 20

Jerry Johnson 20

Ian Joseph Kuhlmann 20

Tess Moulic

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Gerry Morrow 21

Dalton Simmons 21

Syri Abanilla 22

William Davis 22

Maverick Pickering 22

Luisa Relampagos 22

Patrick Alcazaren 23

Deanna Cross 23

Edward Salvatierra 23

Tim Leonzon 24

Bruce Simmons 24

Pure Soriano 24

Annie Covillo 25

Robert Cross II 25

Randon Cross 25

Penelope Ridnour 25

Steven Simmons 25

Grace Engle 26

Michael Tinio 26

Isabella Vergara 26

Geri Aquino 27

Lynda Johnson 27

Anna Mamuric 27

Stephanie Mina 27

Rosanna Paat 27

Sue Pardo 27

Tito Sumangil 27

Tracy Tadeo 28

Tina Zapien 28

Jun Rivera

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Lillie Sullivan 29

Albert Glean 30

Mia Hicks

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Craig Kollauf 30

Mark Prochaska 30

Bob Christmas 31

Susan Gamboa 31

Mike Johnson 31

Bong Medallada 31

Lee Tabiendo 31

JULY WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES Brad and Kristen Haag

1

George and Grace Engle

2

Murray and Elsie Winicov

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Dave and Maria Ferber

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Robert and Alma Brown

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Alan and Imelda Labayen

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Edwin and Diane Peñaloza

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Gary and Naty Pricer

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Butch and Len Reyes

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Kent and Julie Dobson

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Jun and Lydia Geroche

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Andy and Anna Sambitan

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Anne and Travis Roth

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Brian and Josie Doyle

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Tanch and Paz Bayani

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Al Agustin and Angie Chico -Agustin

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Ed and Elaine Herman

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Bill and Noemi Condra

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Karl Kroen and Cecil Labayen-Kroen

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Mitchell and Melody Johnson

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Marcelo and Marti Quinones

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Ben and Elena Sabido

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Ramon and Nancy Canent

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JUNE MEETING MINUTES For previous months’ Meeting Minutes, go to www.filipino-association.org/links and check out the Resources section. 1. The meeting was called to order at 7:48 pm by Rizvend Pecana 2. Agenda was approved as presented 3. In attendance: Lilian Pardo, Filipinas Francisco, Mirla delos Santos, Paul delos Santos, Mila Tiojanco,

Joy Shute, Kevin Bautista, Neo Rabang, Richard Snyder, Mike Mesina, Excy Basuel, Art Basuel, Armando Costes, Armi Pecana, Ernie Rosas, Cory Sorio, Eric Sorio, Bing Sakach, Rizvend Pecana, Majorie Doronio, Carl Esteep, David Shute, Patrick Devine

4. Guest: This meetings’ guest is Patrick Devine the President of the Senior Council for the Bagong Kulturang Pinoy (BKP), a non-profit organization committed to develop a reading culture among Pilipino children in poor areas in the Philippines. This organization is also training Filipino teachers to teach their students to read on a non-threatening way. Patrick is a member of the US Peace Corps, stayed in the Philippines for 8 weeks to learn Tagalog, and taught high school in Olongapo City. The BKP sent 2k of books directly to the school in the Philippines and currently working on the next shipment. Books are plan to send are for kindergarten to early grade school. The books are ship directly to the school and some ended in public library. Planning to purchase more books at the JCC book sale and asking FAGKC if interested to split the shipping cost. May send 4-5 boxes through balikbayan freight.

5. The minutes of the month were approved with minor corrections. 6. Paul gave the Treasure’s Report for the month of May and it was approved as follows:

GENERAL FUND BUILDING CULTURAL ARTS TOTAL

SENIORS FCC CHOIR SINAG-TALA

Bal. as of May 1, 2015 13,874.09 22,962.88 50,948.68 5,508.05 15,938.32 109,632.02

Receipts 2,813.05 4,331.00 7,720.00 2,094.42 0.00 17,508.47

Disbursement 604.33 1,763.77 8,051.12 486.95 0.00 11,156.17

Bal. as of May 31, 2015 16,774.30 27,244.32 67,830.47 7,115.52 15,938.32 135,602.92

The General and Building funds had a remarkable increase for the month of May, with the help of major events like Parents Night and Mayweather-Pacquio Fight Night. A $3800 disbursement for the walkway project. Paul mentioned that he submitted the application for refinance and waiting for the result from the bank. Note: Restricted funds were included on each account total.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORTS

7. President. Rizvend mentioned that the association is busy in the month of June. Two major activities will be the Pinoy Breakfast and Fiesta Filipina. The membership drive is still running. There are things needed to be done to fix outside (yard, fence, and the shed). Thanking everyone in supporting all activities of FCC. The attendance of our monthly assembly were positive and asking everyone to continue joining our meeting. As far with the status of the association, the President confidently assure that we are doing fine. Cory Sorio raised a question on possible move to create our own basketball team. The president replied that the FABA has its own mission and our focus is to keep forward the FAGKC agenda. Everyone is welcome to join us.

8. Board of Director: Mila reported the board had an urgent ad hoc meeting and came up with resolution in realigning the task of the Executive Director and new guidelines are the following: a. Amy will be in-charge on usage/renters and cleaning. b. All activities such as Fiesta, Christmas planning, and meetings has to communicate with Riz c. Mila is directly in-charge for all Pinoy Breakfast, and she will communicate with Amy. Let her know 10

days prior the event. No last minute planning. d. To all event chair, let Mila knows what you need for the events including budget. In case of the FCC

items are lost, need to be replace. e. All Chair is responsible for the cleaning after the event.

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June Meeting Minutes…from page 4

f. Cultural events will be monitored by Dr. L. Pardo g. During potluck, make sure the kitchen is clean after the event, check and throw the garbage immediately.

Amy has been very vigilant and observant, she pleaded everyone to be respectful in our building in every time we utilize it. Mila briefly mentioned that the next board meeting is money allocation and possible solution to minimize the utilities spent for the shed.

Note: The President of the Board report is in conjunction to the Executive of the Board report. 9. Executive Director. Sinag-Tala Performing Arts Troupe. Lilian is happy to announce the Sinag-tala has a

confirmation performance on June 28 at Kauffman Center. Rondalla has 11 signed up and so far they had 6 sessions and making good progress. They are looking forward on their graduation recital during the Fiesta celebration. An incoming radio debut on June 21st, 3-5 pm program at KKFI. Cultural Exhibit: Images of Philippine Seashells and Land Snails. Formally opened last June 21st by Dr. Tony Racela. Cultural Outreach: Philippine Department of Tourism Director, Vernie Velarde Morales, have sent more donations from their office-display and travel stand up posters, and maps. Local Cultural/Educational Programs. The navigating social media for seniors first session was last May 28 with 23 attendees. The next session will be on June 11 from 7-8:30 pm, conducted by Rizvend. Culinary Programs to be offered this summer and conducted by Executive Chef Dondon Vergara.

a. Cooking Your Mom’s Adobo: 2015 debutant and escort, required to “know your culture” –August 7 at noon. Suggested to approach Hy-Vee since they have partnered with us in one of our event.

b. Gourmet for Moms- TBA. 10. Public Relation Officer: Armando provided the following events for the month of June.

a. Ballroom Dancing lesson started last June 7 for $20 per person for 4 sessions. b. Part II navigating social media for seniors on June 11 from 7-8:30 pm. c. Pinoy Breakfast on June 13, host by the Birthday Club: Project Nepal headed by Bing. d. Drink and Click on June 17th headed by Edward e. Movie Night at the Terrace on June 19th at the FCC. Showing Tagalog movie with English subtitles. f. Fiesta Filipina on June 27-28

STANDING COMMITTEE REPORT

11. Fiesta Update: Kevin happily shared that the preparation for the Fiesta is moving forward. Status of the Fiesta sponsorship is amazing. Ask everyone to advertise the event! There is no Santa Cruzan on the fiesta. Next Fiesta meeting is on June 20th at Leawood Pioneer Library, 1:30-3:30 pm.

12. By-Laws and Compliance: No Report 13. Community and Volunteer Outreach: No Report although Ernie brought that the Phil. Nurses Association in

collaboration with the Medical Mission Society would like to sponsor Pinoy Breakfast to support their upcoming medical mission in the Visayan region this coming January 2016. Dr. Tiojanco has to discuss with the board for approval since the proceed is going to a different organization.

14. Membership and Hospitality. Bing reported that the seniors are the highest paid members and currently 181 paid members year to date. Need to remind every members their voting rights depend on the month they pay their membership. Membership form is available online through the FAGKC website.

15. Senior Council. Jojie extend her thanks for the successful Parents Night celebration. She is currently working on the Calendar Project and looking forward to finalize on June 15th. The Senior Council is sponsoring the July pinoy breakfast, although the Mega world has plan to sponsor the month of July breakfast. Jojie also propose to plan the next Parents Night meticulously since she have to turn down few people to attend due to lack of utensils. Proud to share that the Senior Council is making money.

NEW BUSINESS

16. Dr. Francisco is proposing to create a Sinag-Tala for seniors. She has 33 signed up who are willing to join the future senior dance group. They are willing and eager to dance with the younger Sinag-Tala dancers, and wants to practice as soon as possible. Age requirement to join is 60 years old and above. Dr. Francisco is willing to purchase and donate the member’s costume. Dr. Pardo and Rizvend like the idea and would like to discuss this matter deeper.

17. Meeting is adjourned at 10:03 pm 18. Submitted by Jocelyn Shute, FA-GKC Secretary 2015

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MAY TREASURER’S REPORT (Summary of Receipts and Disbursements) For previous months’ Treasurer’s Reports, go to www.filipino-association.org/links and go to the Resources section.

SUMMARY OF RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS - For the Month Ending May 31, 2015

GENERAL

KCAC BUILDING FUND CULTURAL ARTS

FUND TOTAL

DESCRIPTION FUND GRANT Senior Building Petty Cash Choir Sinagtala M-T-D Y-T-D

Beginning Balance, May 1, 2015 13,874.09 22,962.88 50,878.68 400.00 5,508.05 15,938.32 109,562.02 114,867.60

Total Receipts 2,813.05 550.00 4,331.00 7,720.00 0.00 2,094.42 0.00 17,508.47 46,043.47

Total Disbursements (604.33) (250.00) (1,763.77) (8,051.12) 0.00 (486.95) 0.00 (11,156.17) (44,996.75)

Ending Balance, May 31, 2015 16,082.81 300.00 25,530.11 50,547.56 400.00 7,115.52 15,938.32 115.914.32 115,914.32

Prepared by Paul De Los Santos, FA-GKC Treasurer 2015

A Special Thank You…from page 1

make our annual Fiesta Filipina happen. Your commitment and support are greatly appreciated. We may have had ups and downs in the planning process, but none-the-less, the credit goes to everyone. It was all of YOU that made this Fiesta, yet another success!

As we rest up, into the 4th of July Holiday weekend, I want to let everyone know just how much your efforts are appreciated. It is my pleasure, then, on behalf of the Filipino Association of Greater Kansas City, to formally express gratitude to all the Fiesta Filipina volunteers who inspire us.

It’s been a rewarding journey to work with all of you and thank you for putting that trust in me as your event chair. I look forward to continue our efforts for our community, this year and the next.

Again a huge thank you to everyone involved!!!

Live your passion! Kevin C. Bautista, CMP Event Chair, Fiesta Filipina President-Elect, Filipino Association of Greater Kansas City

YOUNG NEWSMAKERS

Congratulations to Alexa and Sophia Spurlock for placing 9th and 6th place Overall respectively at the Rainbow National Dance Competition in Panama City, Florida, Teen Division Ages 13 – 15. Proud parents are Drs. Daniel and Yvonne Spurlock, equally proud grandparents are Drs. Belino and Olivia Iway, all sup-porters of the Filipino Association of Greater Kansas City! Do we see ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ in the not-so-distant future?

Andrew Conde poses with parents Cesar and Luz while Ben Conde poses with sister Samantha. Both Andrew and Ben graduated Magna Cum Laude, from UCLA and DePaul University respectively. The Filipino community in Greater KC also know both young men as international yo-yo champions and who have displayed their talents at many of our events. Congratulations! We are so proud of your achievements!

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PINOY BREAKFAST

The Sampaguita Choir hosted in May while the Birthday

Club were our hosts in June.

Thank you all!

More photos next issue!

COMMUNITY EVENTS AND PICTURES If you have any pictures you want to be considered for publication, contact the Editor-in-Chief. For more pictures and write-ups, please see the web-edition of the Tambuli, available on our website.

ANNUAL SANTO NINO CELEBRATION

On May 9, our Filipino Community celebrated the 36th Santo Nino fiesta. Festivities were held at Christ the King Parish in Kansas City, MO, starting with Flores de Mayo where children present-ed their floral offerings to the Blessed Virgin, immediately followed by Mass concelebrated by Frs. Ariel Durian and Carlito Saballos.

And what Filipino celebration would be complete without the sharing of food and enjoying each other’s company? Guests were welcomed to the Parish Hall where they enjoyed tables full of treats for the eyes and better yet, for the taste buds!

The day was punctuated with games, raffle prizes, giveaways, entertainment and overall good fun!

This yearly gathering continues to be under the consistent and loving leadership of the Chico and Agustin families.

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COMMUNITY PICTURES If you have any pictures you want to be considered for publication, contact the Editor-in-Chief.

ASIAN CULTURAL FESTIVAL

2015 Our Association repre-sented the Philippines with dance performances by Sinag-Tala and a booth manned by some of our FAGKC leaders and mem-bers. A yo-yo exhibition by Ben Conde and a yo-yo contest sponsored by Go Big Skills Toys completed Philippine participation. Danica Pecana and Gia Vargas were recognized at the same event along with other outstanding young Asian American students for their achievements in academic excellence, cultural involvement and community service.

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Guest Feature Article

LESSONS IN AMERICAN ENGLISH – PART 1 - A Collection of Colloquial Expressions, Idioms or Sayings By Manuel P. Pardo, M.D.

I had my first introduction to American English shortly after I “set foot” (or arrived) in America in 1963 on a stopover in San Francisco, California. I was trying to buy postage at the hotel in order to send my first postcard back home. I asked the hotel clerk how much postage I would need to do so, and he said, “Two bits.” Not wanting to show my ignorance, I handed him a dollar bill. He gave me back some coins in return, and I prayed—and trusted—that he gave me back the correct change. So guess how much “two bits” is? The answer is a “quarter,” or 25 cents.

That was my first English lesson in America. Immediately after that came my second lesson. After I said, “Thank you.” The hotel clerk said, “You bet.” I almost said, “No, I don’t gamble.” But instead I just gave him a smile. I later learned the phrase meant “You’re welcome.”

My third lesson came after my residency began at Kansas University Medical Center and I met my first patient. After asking him, “How are you?”, my patient replied, “Fine, as long as my old ticker keeps ticking.” I thought he was talking about his watch. I heard Timex “keeps on ticking.” I later learned he was talking about his heart.

When I first arrived on the ward at the hospital, I heard the staff refer to the unit as the “floor.” Years later, when my youngest child, Patrick, called my office, my secretary said, “I’m sorry, Patrick, but your dad is on the floor.” Patrick, quite alarmed, then asked, “What happened to him? Is he OK?”

One day, I heard a nurse tell one of the doctors that one of the patients had gone “bonkers” or “haywire.” I just guessed it meant the patient lost control. At this point I knew I needed to learn new English words and wondered where I could find a dictionary of American “idioms” or “colloquial expressions.” I went to the library and visited some bookstores. I could not find any handy reference books. I decided to keep track of words that were new to me, wrote some of them down, and asked my American friends the meaning of these new words. Before long I was using a lot of those words and phrases myself. Below are some of the ones I have compiled through the years:

“I’m all set.” Means I’m all ready. “You’re all wet.” Means You don’t know what you’re talking about. “You got carried away.” Means You got overly enthusiastic. “I got butterflies in my stomach. Means I’m very nervous. “Kicked the bucket.” “Passed away.” “Dead Ball.” “Expired.” “Goner.” “Six feet under.” “Croaked.” “Bit the dust.” All of these mean Dead! “Play possum.” Means To play dead. “Spooky.” Means scary. “The real McCoy.” Means the genuine thing. “Spick and span.” Means sparkling clean, tidy. “Red herring.” Means deliberately misleading “Rattling the cage.” Means stirring up things. “It didn’t pan out.” Means It failed. “You’re pulling my leg.” Means “You’re kidding me.” “I’ve got the blues” and “Down in the dumps.” Mean To be depressed. “Flipped his lid.” Means “Went crazy.” “Flayky.” Means emotionally unstable. “Loony bin.” “Wacko.” “Go bananas.” Means to go crazy.

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American English … from page 9

“Went over the deep end.” “Off his rocker.” Means he lost his mind. “Hit rock bottom.” Means hit the lowest point in life. “Boobs or boobies.” Another term for breasts. “The straw that broke the Camel’s back.” Means the decisive event. “Take a leak.” Means To urinate. “Swallow hook, line, and sinker.” Means to be gullible. “Throw in the towel.” Means to give up. “Takes two to tango.” Means both are at fault. “Swan Song.” Means farewell performance.

“Pile it on.” Means To exaggerate. “You are chicken.” Means you are a coward. “I smell a rat.” Means something suspicious or a traitor. “A pussycat.” Means somebody who is mild mannered, soft at heart. “Dead meat” and “Dead duck.” Mean You’ve had it, or you’re finished. “Dead as a doornail.” Means hopeless or no chance. “Hit pay dirt.” Means to hit the jackpot. “Working like a dog.” Means Working very hard. “Lower the boom.” “Read the riot act.” Means to scold someone. “Spill the beans” and “Open a kettle of worms.” Means To open up secrets. “Sharp as a tack.” Means Very intelligent or perceptive. “Think outside the box.” Means “Don’t be so narrow-minded.” “A pain in the butt.” Means Someone who harasses you. “Pissed off.” “Hit the roof.” “Hot under the collar.” “Fly off the handle.” Means Angry. “Pissing against the wind.” Means A self-defeating move. “A smart cookie.” Means A bright or intelligent person. “Six of one and half a dozen of the other.” Means It makes no difference either way. “Water under the bridge.” Means “A thing of the past.” Or “It’s over.” “Full steam ahead.” Means Proceed at a fast pace. “Rock the boat.” Means Stir up the situation. “Leave no stone unturned.” Means To look at every possible aspect. “A hard nut to crack.” Means A stubborn person. “Take it with a grain of salt.” Means “don’t take it too seriously.” “Get the ball rolling.” Means proceed with the plan. “A lot of hot air.” Means Too much talk. “Rattling his saber.” Means a lot of idle threats. “A penny pincher.” Means one who saves a lot of money. “The best bang for your buck.” Means the best return for your investment. “Where the rubber hits the road.” Means when it comes to the real issue. “Under the table.” Dishonest deal done in secret. “Pulling all the stops.” Means doing everything you can. “Asleep at the switch.” Means asleep on the job. Or, caught unprepared. “Squeeze blood out of a turnip.” Means there is nothing more you can get out of somebody. “Tongue in cheek.” Means not to consider it too seriously. “Took the wind out of my sails.” Means you took away my enthusiastic ideas. “Flash in the pan.” Means a quick, short lived accomplishment. “Making mountains out of molehills.” Means making a big deal out of something minor. “Sitting duck.” Means out in the open, exposed. “The bottom line.” Means the conclusion or final say. “The game changer.” Means the evidence that leads to a new conclusion. “The nitty gritty.” Means the real substance or practical detail.

- Part 2 will be published in our July issue

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PHILIPPINE NEWS/PHILIPPINE-RELATED NEWS

If you have any articles you want to be considered for publication, contact the Editor-in-Chief.

A century-old Center Moriches house once owned by Philippine president Ferdinand Marcos and his wife, Imelda, may become Long Island's newest landmark.

Making the Lindenmere estate a Brookhaven Town landmark would save the tree-lined home overlooking Moriches Bay from efforts to develop the 8.2-acre property, though no such plan is under consideration, officials said.

The town board could approve the landmark plan after a public hearing at Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville.

Brookhaven Historic District Advisory Committee member Suzanne McKeon said the panel unanimously endorsed landmark status for the estate, named for the linden trees that line its driveway.

"It's one of the few estates that has not been touched as far as being subdivided and chopped up," said McKeon, a member of the Center Moriches Chamber of Commerce. "It's a beautiful spot."

The estate was one of many American holdings believed to have been purchased by the Marcoses with money looted during their rule. Imelda Marcos rarely stayed at the house, and her husband is believed to never have visited it.

Many Center Moriches residents view the estate as a treasured local asset, and a mere footnote to the Marcos story.

"I've never had anyone interpret the history negatively with regard to the property," said Brookhaven Councilman Dan Panico, who represents the community. "Most people are in awe of the beauty and the fact that the property has survived so long. . . . History is not always a rosy picture."

Panico said the landmark designation would preserve the property from what he called "wild ideas" for developing it. That designation means the house and property can remain in private ownership but can't be changed. "This is not an area for tiki bars or anything of that sort," Panico said. "The town has no other interest than in preserving our history."

Jane Koropsak, vice president of the Moriches Bay Civic Association, said the estate survived the devastating 1938 hurricane known as the Long Island Express and was home in the 1940s to workers at then-new Brookhaven National Laboratory in Upton.

"It would be great if they could preserve that as a piece of history," Koropsak said. "It's a majestic piece of land”.

Attempts to reach the current owners, listed in records as Keith and Jacqueline Hennessey, were unsuccessful.

Once a hotel, the privately owned estate on Sedgemere Road has 14 rooms, 17 bathrooms - some with 24-karat-gold faucets - and a marble-and-glass pool house with wood imported from the Philippines by the home's best-known former owners.

Ferdinand and Imelda Marcos owned the house for about six years until it was seized by the Philippine government after the 1986 coup that deposed them. The government sold it in 1996 for a reported $1.6 million.

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2015 SOUTHEAST ASIAN GAMES -

PHILIPPINES FINISHES IN THE MIDDLE OF THE PACK

The 2015 Southeast Asian Games (or simply 28th SEA Games), is a multi-sport event, hosted for the 4th time this year by the city-state of Singapore, held June 5 -16, 2015, although several events have commenced since 29 May 2015. About 7000 athletes from 11 participating nations (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam) competed in the Games, with 402 events in 36 sports featured in the Games, including the usual Olympic sports plus some unusual events with exotic names like pencak silat, petanque, sepaktakraw and wushu.

More than 1,300 medals were awarded during the games. Unveiled on April 27, 2015, the medals were designed by Joys Tan from Sport Singapore, featuring the Games' logo on one side, and the Singapore Sports Hub on the reverse. Each medal measured 80mm in diameter and weighed 183 grams, with smaller medallions given to all spectators of the closing ceremony. Malaysia will host the next SEA Games in 2017.

FINAL MEDAL COUNT

Rank Nation Gold Silver Bronze Total

1 Thailand (THA) 95 83 69 247

2 Singapore (SIN) 84 73 102 259

3 Vietnam (VIE) 73 53 60 186

4 Malaysia (MAS) 62 58 66 186

5 Indonesia (INA) 47 61 74 182

6 Philippines (PHI) 29 36 66 131

7 Myanmar (MYA) 12 26 31 69

8 Cambodia (CAM) 1 5 9 15

9 Laos (LAO) 0 4 25 29

10 Brunei (BRU) 0 1 6 7

11 Timor-Leste (TLS) 0 1 1 2

Total 403 401 509 1313

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Controversies and Drama

At the final moments of the last round in the Pencak Silat men's class F (70–75 kg) event, Muhd Nur Alfian (Singapore) made a controversial drop on Mohd Fauzi (Malaysia) which was later deemed to be valid after consultation with the chairman as well as with the panel of five jury members

During the closing ceremony, spectators were shuffled from gate to gate or were told the stadium was already full, resulting in them not being able to watch the ceremony. A full refund was promised to all unable to be seated, as well as getting the supporters’ medallion.

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