Filipino American National Historical Society Delano Chapter

Bold Step - 60th Anniversary of Delano Grape Strike
2025-09-06 08:00 - 20:00 UTC | Robert F. Kennedy High School, 1401 Heitt Avenue, Delano, CA, 93215, United States

FANHS-Delano Monthly Zoom Meeting
2025-09-17 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-15 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-19 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-17 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-21 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-18 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-18 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Via Zoom, CA, United States

2025 National Auction & Kapwa Drive
2025-10-01 - 2025-10-12
FANHS National 2025 Online Auction is LIVE — and you don’t want to miss it! 🙌
🗓️ Auction Ends: Extended to October 12, 2025 at 10PM PST
📖 Browse the Auction Catalog: [Link to the Auction Catalog]
📝 Pre-registration Required: [Click Here to Register]
Every bid helps benefit the Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS) National Office, the National Pinoy Archives, and the preservation of Filipino American history. ✨
For over 40 years, FANHS has been gathering, documenting, preserving, and sharing the stories of Filipino Americans across the U.S. 💖 By joining the auction, you’re not only scoring unique treasures — you’re helping to protect and uplift our shared history.
💡 Can’t join the auction but still want to support? Consider making a recurring donation to FANHS and continue fueling our mission!
👉 Don’t wait — register, bid, and make history with us today! 🥳

Fall Festival & Car Show
2025-10-05 11:00 - 16:00 | Memorial Park, 100 S. Lexington St., Delano, CA, 93215, United States

2025 Fresno FIL FIESTA 559
2025-10-11 10:00 - 17:00 | Fresno City College, 1101 E. University Ave., Fresno, 93741
We’re so excited to announce FIL FIESTA 559 is returning this October with more magic, heart, and #filipino joy packed into one unforgettable day 🌟
From mouthwatering food and beautiful creations to show-stopping performances… we want YOU to be part of it.
This year, we’re celebrating on Saturday, October 11 at the stunning + historic Fresno City College campus.

Philippine Weekend Vendor Application
2025-10-17 - 2025-10-19
Philippine Weekend 2025 is happening! Applications for both food and non-food vendors is now open. PDF versions of the applications are linked below. Spaces are expected to fill up quickly, so submit your applications as soon as possible!
Food Vendor Application
Non-Food Vendor Application
If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact the following:
For Non-Food Vendors: Nikka Cabello, 661-345-5167 or Christine Yahya, 408-221-8233
For Food Vendors: Jay Tamsi, 661-231-5623
For General Inquiries: Christine Yahya, 408-221-8233 or pw.barriofiesta.vendors@gmail.com.
Additional information on Philippine Weekend can be found at their website philippineweekend.net or Instagram at @philippineweekend. You can also stay up to date through the FANHS Delano website’s event calendar.

Celebrate Philippine American History in WASHINGTON
2025-10-18 10:00 - 18:00 | Mode Market, 2110 N Molter Rd, Liberty Lake, WA, 99019, United States
The history of the Philippines from 1898 to 1946 is known as the American colonial period and began with the outbreak of the Spanish American War in April 1898, when the Philippines was still a colony of the Spanish East Indies, and concluded when the United States formally recognized the independence of the Republic of the Philippines on July 4, 1946

FAHM Student Scholar Showcase
2025-10-29 16:00 - 17:30 | Via Zoom, CA, United States
(Sponsored by FANHSMNY with the UCLA Asian American Studies Center)
STUDENT SPEAKERS AND PRESENTATION TITLES:
Izagani Troy Aquino | History | Oxford University
Forgotten Food: The Filipinos Who Led and Fed the Grape Strike
Isabella Garcia Bernstein | Archaeology and Hispanic Studies | Yale University
Philippine (-American) Anthropology and its Afterlives: Human-Object Diasporas and Archaeological Ethics During Philippine Martial Law

RSVP & LEARN WITH US!

Musika At Harana featuring BRYAN TERMULO
2025-10-31 18:00 - 21:00 | Hilton Doubletree Hotel, 3100 Camino Del Rio Ct., Bakersfield, CA, 93308, United States
Early Bird Tickets: VIP $108; General $68
At the Door: VIP $118; General $78

Parol Making Workshop
2025-12-19 15:00 - 18:00 | ShareTea Delano, 510 Wollomes Ave., CA, 93215, United States
Join us for our first Parol Making Workshop! In this workshop, we will share a brief history about parols and its significance in lighting up the holidays in the Philippines and Philippine communities abroad. Then, we will create our own Philippine parols and showcase them on a short Parol Parade around the block! If you are interested in attending, please fill out this Google Form at tinyurl.com/FANHS ParolWorkshop2025. All materials will be provided.
To help us continue hosting events like this in the future, consider donating to FANHS Delano at tinyurl.com/FANHSDelanoZeffy.

SAVE THE DATE! Kaibigan Kultura 2026/2025 Recap
2026-05-01 | California State University Bakersfield, 9001 Stockdale Hwy, Bakersfield, CA, 93311, United States
By Jai Ann Saberon Redeaux

California State University Bakersfield’s Kaibigan Paso 2nd Annual Kultura Night took place within the campus multipurpose room on May 2nd, 2025. Through reservations made by incoming attendees and the efforts of club members, meals were provided: pancit, rice, lumpia, adobo, and mamon, to accompany guest speeches and performances. The Paso Modern Dance Team presented an energetic tinikling routine, budding musicians sang covers as well as their original work, and local artists showcased their pieces.

Moreover, we were honored to welcome our local Manong and FAHNS Delano Chapter member, Dominador Tomate, as a guest speaker to the event! Throughout his speech, he discussed the reality of young Filipino adults navigating the world amid the Vietnam War and the hardships of farmworkers fighting for wage rights. He emphasized the importance of youth continuing traditions, connecting to their roots, and finding comfort within their community.
Exploring history through the lens of those who lived through the era allows personal links to be made from the orator to listeners. Making connections with others through games, food, and individual commentary makes for a seamless transition into the roots of the culture. Anyone seeking to deepen their relationship with Filipino culture should attend Kaibigan Paso’s future events. Kultura Night is typically held in the CSUB campus during April or May, but following the organization on Instagram (@kaibiganpaso) is the best way to stay informed on community gatherings!
Date is tentatively set for May 2026. Details soon to come.

Coming to DC - 2026 FANHS National Conference
2026-07-22 - 2026-07-26
The FANHS conference is one of the largest community-based gatherings dedicated to Filipino American History. Chapter members from all over the nation share knowledge found in research, history, and self-discovery.
SAVE THE DATE: July 22-25, 2026
PiNoise (Pinoys) on the Potomac
FANHS 2026 National Conference in Arlington, VA
Check for updates regarding full theme, accommodations, & program at https://fanhs-dmv.org/
