Author Archives: lorna

KHAL Speaks Up! Empowering Indigenous and Minority Leaders in Southern Philippines

After Ron Salazar took me to meet the participants of Northern Illinois University’s Philippine Minority Program Batch 2 at a party in DeKalb, Illinois, many of us promised to stay in touch. Among them was Norkhalila Mae Mambuay Campong (Khal Balisado Mambuay), aka @iamkhalmambuay. She certainly believes in immediate action after training. As we speak, Khal has joined the Reform ARMM Now [RAN]. Continue reading

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Millennial Music: All About Asian American and Pacific Islander Musical Artists and Performers

I start my curation by showcasing some Filipino American DJ’s, rappers, emcees, musicians and performers, taking into account some of my favorite “peeps’” recommendations. You know who you are. Some of these artists are represented by my friends. Please email me at LornaDietzPR@gmail.com if you’re interested. And NO, I’m not their PR agent. Continue reading

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Hazel Valera: Smart Business – Use Grants and Business Credit

Get ready to super-CHARGE and re-INVENT your business with smart-focused techniques on Saturday, May 14, 2011 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Biltmore Hotel in Santa Clara, CA! Example: Get the retail foot traffic that you want while helping your customers rebuild their credit in proven ways. OR Use grants to fund your business. There’s more! Invite your friends by using http://bit.ly/gQ8jp3. Continue reading

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Virgil de la Vega: Candidate for Councilmember, Hercules, CA in the June 7, 2011 Special Elections

Special to Fil-Am press and ethnic media: I met Virgil de la Vega during a “Meet and Greet” hosted by Henry Torres a few weeks ago in the dynamic city of Hercules, CA. I found Virgil to be very knowledgeable about finances. Check him out! Continue reading

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RCC Travel Express: Entertainment by Bus

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Boxing: Nonito “Flash” Donaire

As GMA Pinoy TV’s “Ambassador of Goodwill,” Nonito “Flash Donaire is creating huge waves where boxing is concerned Continue reading

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Updates on Dancing with the Stars, Season 12: Cheryl Burke and Chris Jericho

Happy Easter!

I hope the Easter Bunny was kind to everyone and that you had a fabulous weekend and Spring Break!

Chris and I have been hard at work perfecting our Tango for Guilty Pleasures week and I think you’ll love what we’ve done. We were busy with interviews and commitments but we spent many hours practicing as well. You can catch us on Ellen on Monday, I always love being on her show! Thank you all for keeping us alive each week and don’t forget to vote! Xoxo, Cheryl ~ To vote for Chris and me, call 800-868-3409 or log on to http://www.abc.com. You are allowed to vote multiple times equal to the number of celebrities on the show, 7 this week. Phone lines, text votes (AT&T customers only) and online polls will open at the top of each performance show. Phone and text lines will stay open for 30 minutes after the end of the show. Online voting will remain open until 11:00am (Eastern Time)/8:00am (Pacific Time) on the day of the results show. Continue reading

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At Seasons, Milpitas: It’s FREE Philippine Folk Dance and Music Lessons by Kawayan Folk Arts

QUOTED: Attached is the flyer from the Kawayan Folk Arts Company. They have accepted the opportunity to teach folk dancing and music to our Community at Seasons Marketplace at Landess. I also want to thank Seasons Marketplace (PINOY MALL) for making these cultural events and programs available to everyone. Mabuhay, Seasons! Continue reading

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Radiation and Holistic Health Remedies

Is there a huge possibility that “the winds of change” laden with radioactive particles (from the earthquake in Japan) will reach the United States? Do you remember the Mount Pinatubo eruption in the Philippines many years ago when scientists tracked the “lahar” travelling around the world? Perhaps it’s good to be prepared for whatever happens — and pray nothing disastrous comes up. Continue reading

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Disasters Happen! Are You Prepared?

Commissioner Jacqueline Lingad-Ricci (Immigrant Rights Commission, City and County of San Francisco) shared these disaster preparedness tips that are applicable worldwide. She says: “With the recent catastrophe in Japan and other parts of the world. Make sure everyone knows where to find your disaster supply kit and Go kits (Go-Kits are emergency kits you pack in advance so that if an emergency strikes, you’re good to go!).

Please find the attached disaster forms, kit list and USGS list of earthquakes in the world in the last 7 days. Kindly share and pass this Disaster Preparedness materials to everyone you know.

For individuals or organizations interested in a free catastrophe incident, emergency response and disaster preparedness training, feel free to contact us directly at 415 968-9956 for more information.

Stay safe and be prepared!

very truly,
Jacquie Lingad-Ricci
NB NERT Coordinator / ICS Certified
(Neighborhood Emergency Response Team)
(Incident Command System)
Call Sign: KI6UET
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