Kasama, which loosely translates from Tagalog as “together,” is our annual event honoring Filipino American culture and traditions.

Schedule

Children’s Book Author Talk
11 AM | When Lola Visits by Michelle Sterling tells the story of a young girl spending a special summer with her lola from the Philippines. Filled with Tagalog songs and mango jam, this evocative tale celebrates the gentle bonds of familial love that span oceans and generations.

Tito Ramon’s Pop-Up Puppet Show

1 PM | Filipino American puppeteer Ramon Abad will perform a short, silly, family-friendly puppet show and after he’ll invite young audience members on stage to perform a fun, improvised scene with puppets.

Tinikling Dance
2 PM | A high-energy traditional Philippine folk dance featuring rhythmic bamboo poles and live rondalla music. Performed by LIKHA Pilipino Folk Ensemble.

Lumpia Drop
2:30 PM | Sample signature Filipino-American flavors.

Talk & Set with DJ JP Breganza
3 PM | DJ Breganza of Seafood City fame returns with a set blending Filipino influences and fresh, groovy beats.

Art Activities 
10 AM–4 PM | All Day Drop-in Art Activities
2–4 PM | Ha Chong-Hyun: Retrospective Communal Art Project

Tours
12 PM | Docent Tour
1 PM | Family Storytelling