I am not a history buff but the excitement and involvement in the Filipino community for the upcoming MacArthur Memorial Week in June has captivated me. My husband and I, along with tons of members of the Filipino community attended the recent book release and launch of the programs that will be presented during the 5 day event.
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| Wow - look at all of the members of our community that came out to support the launch. |
35 years ago the MacArthur statue was dedicated in Milwaukee's MacArthur Square. This June it will be rededicated and moved to Veterans Park near the War Memorial in a ceremony that will include our own Munting Tinig Choir. (I have found that each time the kids sing it brings tears to my eyes as I see the pride in their parent and grandparents faces. Flashback to seeing my granddaughter in her first performance - loved it and yes, tears did form.) Cream Pepito has played an important part in this event serving as the Filipino American Community Liaison. The Philippine Vice Consul from Chicago was also present at the event. I am hoping we will see the Filipino community come out to support the activities during the week of June 3rd-7th.
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| Vice Consul, Ricarte Abejuela III and his wife. |
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