2009 Filipinotown festival, 5k run set for Aug. 1

FilipinotownFilipinotown on Temple Street (between Alvarado and Union) in Los Angeles is abuzz with activities.

On Aug. 1, 7:30 a.m.- 9 p.m., the Historic Filipinotown Neighborhood Council invites anyone interested to take part in a 5K run/walk. The day-long program will feature Filipino celebrities Nora Aunor and Bernardo Benardo as well as other special guests such as Malou Toler, the Burlington School children and the Silverlake Adult Health Care.  The program also include live music performances by the Albert Garcia Band, Jazz Phil-USA and other bands as well as salsa dancing and a fashion show. There will also be game booths and great food.

For sponsorship booths and other information, call 212-413-3323 or email hifiprods@aol.com.

On the same day, the Filipino American Library (FAL), in partnership with the Historic Filipinotown Neighborhood Council, and the Office of Los Angeles City Council President Eric Garcetti, will open the floor to questions about the history of Filipino settlement in Los Angeles.

FAL reportedly provides  largest Filipino library in the country. It provides access to information and knowledge through the collection, preservation, and dissemination of a unique collection of Filipino American and Filipino reading material to those that seek knowledge.

To learn more about these tours and Historic Filipinotown, visit FAL’s website at http://www.filipinoamericanlibrary.org/

We wish them a great event.

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