13th Homecoming sa Konsulado, 04 October 2025

13th Homecoming sa Konsulado, 04 October 2025 Calling all alumni of Philippine Universities and Colleges!The Philippine Consulate General in New York, in partnership with various Philippine alumni associations in the Northeastern United States, invites you to the 13th Homecoming sa Konsulado!📅 Date: 04 October 2025, Saturday🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM📍 Venue: Kalayaan Hall, Philippine Center, 556 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10036This year’s gathering carries the theme “Yakapin ang Pinagmulan, Ihanda ang Kinabukasan” (Embrace Our Roots, Prepare for the Future). The program will feature talks by guest speakers Dr. Raul Sunico, renowned Filipino pianist, and Marivir Montebon, Fil-Am journalist, alongside networking opportunities, salu-salo, games, and special performances.For confirmation of attendance and more information, please coordinate with the leaders of the alumni association of your university or college.

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On the Tour Bus Crash in Upstate New York

Advisory on the Tour Bus Crash in Upstate New York The Philippine Consulate General in New York is keeping in its thoughts and prayers all those impacted by the tragic bus crash on the New York State Thruway in Pembroke, New York on 22 August 2025.The Philippine Consulate is monitoring developments and remains ready to extend assistance to any Filipino national who may have been affected.Filipino citizens who have relatives possibly involved in the incident may reach the Philippine Consulate through its Assistance-to-Nationals (ATN) Section emergency hotline at (917) 294-0196.

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Advisory on Hurricane Erin – New Jersey Declares State of Emergency

Advisory on Hurricane Erin - New Jersey Declares State of Emergency Filipinos in the state of New Jersey are informed that the state government of New Jersey has declared a State of Emergency (SOE), in anticipation of possible flooding due to Hurricane Erin. Hurricane Erin will not be making landfall in New Jersey; however, heavy rains and strong winds are expected to affect the entire state.Please make necessary precautions if you live in a flood-prone area and continue to monitor official sources of information on weather developments. We also remind everyone to keep local disaster and emergency preparedness hotlines on hand. Be mindful of local evacuation protocols in case of emergency.For assistance or emergency concerns, please contact the Consulate’s Assistance-to-Nationals (ATN) Section at (917) 294-0196.

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Sinehan sa Konsulado 2025 Featured Films

Sinehan sa Konsulado 2025 Featured Films The screening dates are fast approaching!Join us on 19–20 August for the 17th year of Sinehan sa Konsulado 2025 at Kalayaan Hall, Philippine Center, 556 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10036.The following Filipino films will be featured :📅 Day 1🎥 HONOR: The Legacy of Jose Abad Santos🎥 Children of the War📅 Day 2🎥 Winged Dreams to the Blue Heavens🎥 Salog Ning Diklom🎥 Azucar🎟 *Free admission!Few more slots left, reserve yours now:https://tinyurl.com/SinehansaKonsuladoProudly presented by the Philippine Consulate General in New York, in partnership with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA).See you there!

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Investment and Tax Briefing, 13 August 2025

Investment and Tax Briefing, 13 August 2025 Join us for the Investment and Tax Briefing & Book Launch on Tuesday, 13 August 2025, 5:30 PM–7:30 PM at the Lobby Gallery, Philippine Center in New York.Hear from Mr. Mon Abrea, Chief Tax Advisor of the Asian Consulting Group, as he shares the latest on the Philippines’ tax reforms, strategic investment opportunities, and compliance requirements.This event is co-organized by the Philippine Consulate General in New York, the Philippine Trade and Investment Center–New York, and the Asian Consulting Group as part of continuing efforts to support investors in the Philippine market.To register, scan the QR code or visit the link: https://tinyurl.com/invstmnttxbrfDon’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights and engage with fellow business leaders!

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Filipinnovation Series: The Juan Guide to Business: Filipinnovation—From Vision to Six Figures, 28 August 2025

Filipinnovation Series: The Juan Guide to Business: Filipinnovation—From Vision to Six Figures, 28 August 2025 The Philippine Consulate General in New York brings back our quarterly Filipinnovation series—this time shining a spotlight on Filipino entrepreneurs in the US Northeast to demystify the ‘six-figure businesses’ and show that it is within reach, regardless of background or connections.Join us for the “The Juan Guide to Business: Filipinnovation—From Vision to Six Figures” and discover how Filipinos are shaping industries and inspiring innovation on a global scale. Attendees will gain practical insights on identifying their expertise, positioning their offers, reaching the right customers, and building scalable systems.🔹 Keynote Speaker:Chris Mauricio, Chef and Co-owner of Harana Market, and a James Beard Award finalist💼 Panelists:1. Marty Austria, Co-Founder, UP TOP2. Carol Avila, Finance Consultant3. Edil Cuepo, Digital Strategist and Founder, Pickle Media Co4. Jozelle Diaz, Founder and CEO, Revivaluxe🎤 Moderator:Ramon Vinluan, LinkedIn Sales Director📅 Date: 28 August 2025 (Thursday)⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PMDon’t miss this opportunity to learn from these top entrepreneurs and network with like-minded individuals!🔗 To register, scan the QR code or visit https://tinyurl.com/visiontosixfigures

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Sinehan sa Konsulado Day 2, 20 August 2025

Sinehan sa Konsulado Day 2, 20 August 2025 In celebration of Buwan ng Wika, the Philippine Consulate General in New York, in partnership with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), cordially invites you to a special screening of three acclaimed Filipino films—Winged Dreams to the Blue Heavens (2020), Salog Ning Diklom (Black River, 2020), and Azucar (2019) on Day 2 of Sinehan sa Konsulado.This special film screening aims to highlight the rich diversity of Filipino languages and cultural identity through the powerful medium of cinema.📅 Wednesday, 20 August 2025🕒 Screening Times: 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, and 7:00 PM🏢 Kalayaan Hall, Philippine Center556 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10036🎟️ Admission is free!Seats are limited. Reserve your spot by registering here:👉 https://tinyurl.com/SinehansaKonsulado

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