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According to history, Ilustrados were known as Filipino educated class during the Spanish colonial period. They comprised the middle class and were exposed to Spanish liberal and European nationalist ideals. Some of the well known Ilustrados include Graciano López Jaena, Marcelo H. del Pilar, Mariano Ponce, Antonio Luna and Philippine national hero José Rizal. Today, the idea of a modern day Ilustrado continues with similar liberal and nationalist ideals, living a well-rounded life and working towards one’s definition of success while making an impact in society. One special individual who embodies what it means to be a modern day Ilustrado is Ramon Sumibcay. Like many Filipinos, Sumibcay did what was needed to create a better life for his family. He was born in San Manuel, Pangasinan, Philippines and had a love of music for a young age and while he wanted to pursue professional education in the art, went the traditional route and graduated with a degree in Foreign Service before moving to Hawaii in search of his American Dream. Sumibcay became attracted to the military and within a few months, he signed up and was shipped out to the naval boot camp training in San Diego. He eventually used his military benefits and completed a nursing degree but returned back to active duty in the Army as a commissioned officer. Despite the challenges that one must go through in life to grow as a person, we discover new passions and learn new things about ourselves as individuals. Sumibcay experienced exactly that living in America and eventually made the decision to make room for his first love of music.
Ramon Sumibcay Our very own Modern Day Ilustrado Since retirement, Sumibcay’s life has revolved in the spirit of volunteerism, civic engagement, community involvement, philanthropic and humanitarian activities. He started his own production company, Island Living Productions and Entertainment, and participated in different surgical, dental, medical, ophthalmology and religious missions in the Philippines. 2020 has been nothing short of a year no one expected but that did not stop Sumibcay from helping out the community. After the Taal Volcano erupted, he participated in a friend’s call to deliver relief goods to the evacuation center in Cavite. They traveled across Laguna and Cavite while Taal Volcano was still spewing heavy ashes and was on the verge of volcanic eruption. He even joined two medical missions in Pangasinan and Ilocos Sur. With coronavirus still very much present in the world, Sumibcay worked with his siblings and nursing colleagues to provide face masks for those working at the frontlines and was able to provide 10,000 face masks. He even answered the call from the army to deploy to Germany. Being away from home for several months in the midst of the pandemic, he sacrificed his time, energy and his
life. Sumibcay epitomizes a Modern Day Ilustrado. He is one special person who has the ability to go through the challenges life has to offer and creates opportunity out of every situation. He upholds liberal values and morals with a passion for serving the community. He lives a well-rounded life, balancing out both a traditional career along with a love for the arts. Most of all, he knows what his version of a successful life looks like and works toward it, seizing every moment and making every single day count. The Filipino community has been blessed to have known Ramon Sumibcay, many of whom are his closest friends. They all agree that he has the zest and passion for life and service. Thank you for sharing your god given talents and inspiring us all. May you live a long and productive life, receive abundant blessings, good health, success, love, peace and happiness all the days of your life. Mabuhay and God Bless!
Mary Llanos Cordero
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Coming Home from a COVID-19 Deployment My Hero, Your Hero, Our Hero
Part 1 of our cover story is about the young Ramon Sumibcay who grew up humble and poor in an obscure town of San Manuel back in the 1960s. Coming from a big family of ten, he faced many hardships and struggles. However he had dreams bigger than life and one was his passion for music. But that was discouraged by his mother because his father was also a musician who never earned a living by playing music. Fortunately, he and his siblings had a chance to move to Hawaii in 1986. Not long after, he signed up in the Navy and was sent to a boot camp in San Diego. A decade later, he pursued his passion for music but he also realized there were other callings in life .....
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It is a daunting task to write
only attained elementary education
also narrated that the Soldier was
but he played the drums for the
something about a person closest
were determined that their children
“Spider Man” literally. He would often
high school band. He was always
to your heart yet seems to be a
would not experience that same
be late for dinner. As the sun goes
sought for his singing or dance
stranger to that person’s early life.
fate. His father, Teodoro Sumibcay,
down and the dusk sets in, Ramon
performances. He was the Cadet
While I know this person very well
Sr. worked as a Carpenter for E. E.
would be in the bushes spotting for
of the Year in his senior year. As an
most of his current status, I have to
Black Construction, a Hawaii-based
a spider making its cobweb net.
adolescent, Ramon was known to
dig up deep to extract information
construction company in Guam and
Spider fight was one of the simple
have pursued his pretty crushes and
from his formative years. The task
rose up to the ranks. The mother,
joys of every boy growing up. In his
infatuations.
turned out to be quite fascinating and
Rosa AmansecSumibcay, was left
teen-age years, he was the King of
interesting.
with the matriarchal duties by herself,
the Kites. In summertime, young kids
dreamed to go to a music school in
Growing up in an obscure town
and at the same time ruled the
would be competing flying kites in the
college. He was discouraged by his
of San Manuel in the 1960s, My Hero
household in a sternest patriarchal
open fields. Ramon often bragged to
mother whose father was musician
has endured the harsh life of the
disciplinarian way.
possess the most spools of thread
in a small-town band, and never
wide gap of the “haves and haves-
Back to the Soldier’s growing
to fly his kite the highest. His two
earned a living playing music. But in
not” and between the privileged and
years, according to his sister Gloria,
cousins would naughtily procure
a culture where parents often dictate
the not-privileged, and bluntly, how
My Hero had childhood asthma
those threads in the open market
what degrees the children to pursue,
was to be poor growing up. It was
attacks. At one point, an uncle Doctor
every Thursday.
he obediently followed what was
not supposed to be that way whose
doing a house-call just blurted out
Ramon’s high school days
dictated. Besides, his older siblings
father earned a living abroad and
humorously, “Ay, Ramon, nagkuttong
provided a glimpse of what he would
have already earned their college
probably well-off than most of the
kan. Matay kan san.” (Oh boy,
be in the future. A consistent top 5%
degrees maybe not what they
townsfolks. Obviously, everyone in
Ramon, you are getting skinny. You
of Class 1974 of about 200, Ramon
wanted to be. Benedicta graduated
the family of ten would feel the brunt
could pass anytime). Yet, the Soldier
had exhibited ardent engrossment
from Philippine Normal College,
of economic difficulties in a large
enjoyed life in its simplicity in a little
to other interests. A self-learned to
the country’s premier institution
family. However, the parents who
town. Benedicta, the oldest sister,
play guitar and piano with his friends,
for Education. Silveria became a
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Ramon is the seventh child and
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Mona Kay and Nikolai Sumibcay Daughter & Son of Ramon
Certified Public Accountant. Teodoro,
Jr earned his Civil Engineering
his discharge was a test of a will to
deeds. We have produced shows
degree from Mapua Institute of
overcome life’s adversaries. Ramon
through his own production company
Technology, the university still
was working during the day and be
“ Island Living Productions and
holds the reputation as the finest
in the evening class on Tuesdays
Entertainment” and participated to
engineering institute. Gloria finished
and Thursdays. Saturdays would
different surgical, dental, medical,
a degree in Law from the University
be his clinical days. Sunday evening
ophthalmology and religious
of the East. Manuel earned a degree
was blocked for writing nursing care
missions in the Philippines. Through
in Philosophy and was a step away
plans. He was on reserve drill one
the lenses of his loyal friends, he
to priesthood. Remigio is another
weekend a month. On top of all, he
epitomizes courageous leadership
Certified Public Accountant in the
had parental duties over Nikolai and
and value-based collaborations.
family. Ramon graduated from
Kaye. There was a point when the
He is a multi-awardee in civic and
Lyceum with a degree in Foreign
challenges seemed insurmountable,
professional organizations, received
Service. Carmen completed her
Ramon knew that his agony had an
numerous recognition awards,
degree in Food Technology from
endpoint. Like the saying goes, “all
plaques, trophies and medals from
UST. Bernadette finished a degree in
things shall pass” and remembering
countless organization globally.
Pharmacy. Joseph was in college as
his mother’s words, “whatever you
they immigrated to the United States.
do, you must put God’s name first.”
nursing a conference in January in
In his middle age at 41,
Boracay, Philippines. While in Manila,
to Hawaii in 1986. At the age of
Ramon found a great relief when
Taal Volcano erupted sending ashy
28, he felt he had come lately for
he completed his nursing degree,
clouds to its surrounding provinces.
the American Dream. The future
and eventually passing the nursing
A good-hearted friend organized a
appeared to be full of anxiety and
licensure examination. Although
team to deliver relief goods to the
of the nurses at the frontlines as
uncertainty. Ramon left behind two
becoming a registered nurse was not
evacuation center in Cavite. With no
long as postage would be paid
toddlers, Nikolai and Mona Kaye,
even in his career choices, early on
hesitation, Ramon jumped on to the
for, and a little donation would be
and by all means he needed to be
Ramon would start feeling the fruition
call. They traveled across Laguna
appreciated. Hundreds of masks
employed immediately. So, it was
of his sacrifices and hard work. He
and Cavite while Taal Volcano was
were ordered. His siblings won the
indeed starting all over.
would again make a tough but wise
still spewing heavy ashes and was
bid to provide a national Philippine
Ramon was enticed of what
decision to return back to active
in the verge of volcanic eruption.
nursing organization up 10,000
the military offers such as the
duty in the Army as a commissioned
After the nursing conference, Ramon
masks as a gift of compassion
educational benefits of the G.I. Bill.
officer. He would later claim that
and I joined two medical missions in
to its 5,000 members. While the
After a few months in this island
Nursing was a calling as he was able
Pangasinan and Ilocos Sur. At the
production of masks was ramping
Paradise, he signed up and was
to mix nursing and singing together.
same time, corona virus outbreak
up, Ramon volunteered to provide
shipped out to the naval boot camp
Ramon proved that singing could be
was reported in Wuhan, China.
support at the Army hospital in
training in San Diego. He was sent
more therapeutic than nursing itself.
Upon returning to Hawaii, the
Honolulu. He was interviewed and
to Great Lakes for further training
Ten years went by very quickly
corona virus, known as COVID-19,
awaiting to be called. Then the
in naval propulsion engineering.
and Ramon started contemplating
was gradually spreading world-wide
unexpected happened. The Army
Although Navy was truly not just a
to pursue his true passion in
becoming a pandemic. In March,
called on the retirees to serve the
job but real adventurous, Ramon
life, that is in music, and looked
there were about 1,500 detected
country again during this difficult time
found no job satisfaction down
toward retiring to start a career in
cases already. On the mainland,
of Covid-19. Ramon did not waste
the ship’s machinery room. It was
entertainment and performing arts.
shortage of personal protection
time answering to the call.
a tough decision to get out of the
But along the way, Ramon realized
equipment (PPE) was becoming
service at half-way mark. Surviving
there are more callings in life.
a major concern in many cities,
to deploy to Germany and packed
a difficult life at young age taught
Since retirement Ramon’s life has
more importantly at the epicenters.
his gear. Ramon looked unfazed of
him the lesson of resiliency. He could
revolved in the spirit of volunteerism,
Responding to that shortage, Ramon
any potential risk of exposure to the
survive anything. With a solid plan
civic engagement, community
was able to convince his siblings
virus overseas. For him, there is no
and determination to re-direct his
involvement, philanthropic and
who are in garment industry to
nobler moment to serve country than
career path, Ramon was honorably
humanitarian activities. Ramon and
make masks but not for sale. Ramon
in difficult, troubling and uncertain
discharged from the naval service,
I found ourselves sharing common
would connect with his nursing
times. He is always PROUD TO
but smartly opted to stay in naval
passion and interests: the performing
colleagues on the west coast that
SERVE!!
reserve.
arts and the calls for humanitarian
he would provide masks in support
Ramon and his siblings moved
The next three years following
Sonali, Neorah,Nethaya , Nikolai Sumibcay daughter in law, grand daughters and son
The year 2020 started with
Ramon and Ramon’s grandson Blayden Sumibcay
Ramon received his orders
As the pandemic still ravaging
across the nation and world-wide, Ramon completed his deployment and came home safe. Despite of the restrictions, friends of Ramon, gathered at the airport and in virtual to give him a heart-warming “Welcome to the Hero.” Noteworthy Ramon made it to the cover of October 2020 Cosmolife Magazine (Business Creation Lifestyle International Publication}. He was featured at this magazine because of his illustrious nursing service as a military public health nurse frontliner particularly during this era of uncertainty.
The Spirit of Service seems
to be innate to Ramon’s character, whether service to humanity, service to the community, or service to the country. He is always searching and creating an opportunity to service. His mother definitely has left him a lifetime gift of Christian values.
As stated by Andrew Womach,
“Leaders Flourish in Times of Crisis.”
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The Spirit Life Ramon Sumibcay
Part 2 of our cover story is about Ramon Sumibcay’s spiritual side wherein he opened his heart, mind and soul for charity activities. He was very active in community service and offered his time to volunteer at many causes. True to his persona, he has practiced spirituality in three areas: his Christian values, his human relationships and his quest for life’s purpose.
Cover concept by Armando Busmente of ACB Graphics. Armand can be reached at abusmente@ ymail.com
COVER STORY BY:
By Rev. Alex Vergara Rev. Dr. Alex Vergara is an ordained minister of the United Methodist Church. He is a director of the Filipino Chamber of Hawaii and past president of the Oahu Filipino Community Council. He serves as chaplain of the Honolulu Police Department and Hawaii Sheriff Department.
The service dimension of a
liberation.
discontinued because he had a
first.”
person’s life is not separate from
Let’s start from his humble
hard time juggling work, school
one’s well-being and his or her
beginnings. Young Ramon’s mother
with personal relationships. He kept
straight to God. “You can still have
fellowship with others. The three are
was a devout Catholic. She made
himself busy by doing many things
your spirituality even if you don’t
inter-related, yet they are distinctive
sure that everyone in the family
at one time. After a few months,
have to go to church”, he added.
because of their certain nature and
attended and participated in church
he found himself enrolled at the
He always believed the presence
functions.
services. His two brothers received
University of the Philippines pursuing
of God and to practice spirituality in
The service dimension is the
theological training from the local
a master’s degree in International
other ways. Despite of his upbringing
crown of Ramon Sumibcay’s life.
seminary. Ramon claims he went
Studies. Unfortunately, he had to
in the Catholic teachings, He has
He believes that one does not only
against the groove. “I was a bad
drop again his academic plans when
deep reverence in the lives and
speaks truth and hears the truth but
boy and I broke the norm. My first
he got the opportunity and had a
God-sense of Mahatma Gandhi,
is also doing the truth. It is a visible
relationship went off the normal grid”,
break in his life to work in Saudi
Saint (Mother) Teresa, Pope Francis
witness of God’s love in the world.
he confessed.
Arabia.
and the Prophet Mohammad, among
This involves commitment and risk:
His mother’s influence did not
others. “There is no one-size-fits-all
sensitive to the needs of the poor,
Lyceum of the Philippines with
go away from him. He remembered
theological doctrine for everybody.
the oppressed, and the marginalized
a bachelor’s degree in Foreign
the Christian truth to “love your
Spirituality does not equal with
people of the earth. He identifies with
Service, he continued to enroll at
neighbor as you love yourself” … and
religion. It is what you do and how
them and works with them for their
the school’s Law Department. He
“whatever you do, put God’s name
you do for your neighbors and
Ramon graduated at the
He claimed to be a mystic, to go
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Knights of Rizal - Hawaii Chapter in Community Outreach Services with friends at August Ahrens Elementary School.
community.”
in three dimensions such as his
He learned a lot from his
relationships with humanity, his
international travels. “Open up with
engrained Christian values and his
other people. Open up with diverse
endless search for more meaningful
people and you open up your heart.”
purpose of life.
He raises awareness and provides a common platform for charity activities for their own purposes on local, national and international level.
He is identified with charity
as an individual, philanthropic, and volunteer organizations. This resonated in his active community service. Here is a litany of his civic services include but not limited to: Public Health Educator of the Philippine Nurses Association of Hawaii (PNAH); Advocacy with the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program of the Hawaii; Legislative Advocacy for AARP; Community Health Navigator of the NKFH
Parents of Ramon, Teodoro and Rosa Amansec Sumibcay
Trick or Treat Drive By @ August Ahrens Elementary School candies,pizza for teachers and face mask to school children )
Program; Lecturer at the free NCLEX Review Classes offered by the Hawaii Nursing Advocates and Mentors, Inc. (HINAMI); Vice President of theAlliance of Residential Care Administrators. Member and Instrumentalist of CORO Filipino; Volunteer Poll Watcher and Precinct President of the District of Kapolei.
Most recently, he joined the
Order of the Knights of RizalHawaii Chapter and had donated hundreds of face masks used by school children, troubled youth and the elderly.While many of us would like to think that human spirit is more connected to a Divine Providence or Supreme Being that is far more bigger than ourselves, Ramon has practiced spirituality
The Sumibcay brothers and sisters. Front row: Benedicta, Silveria, Gloria, Carmen, Bernadette. Back row Teodoro Jr.. Manuel, Remigio, Ramon , Joseph
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Sir Major Ramon Sumibcay,
ABOUT OUR COVER
“The Music Man!”
Part 3 of our cover story talks about Ramon Sumibcay’s true passion for music which finally come to fruition. His innate musical talent runs through his veins and is evident how natural he is in playing his instruments and his singing. He is a rare talent who is a performer, an actor, accompanist, and a vocalist all in one. He is a Total Entertainer par excellence!
Cover concept by Armando Busmente of ACB Graphics. Armand can be reached at abusmente@ ymail.com
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By Maestro Rafael “Pike” Velasco Maestro Rafael “Pike” Velasco is a person with exceptional gift and talent. He pursued the degree of Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and finished his higher and post education with the degree of Master of Arts in Education. A retired elementary school principal and a former coach to the National Music Competitions for Young Artists, Cultural Center of the Philippines. Conductor of the Ilocos Norte Children’s Choir International which performed at Disneyland and Sea World, California in 1993. A well sought-after dance artist, consultant, choreographer and a versatile Choir and Band Director (Filcom’s Banda Kawayan) At present, He is a Music Resource teacher at August Ahrens Elementary School in Waipahu, Hawaii. He is the Music Director of Coro Filipino and the Choir Conductor of AAES Children’s Chorus.
Aristotle once wrote, “Excellence
at St, Mary’s Dominican School in
and his emotions just go naturally
and that made him adorable and
is never an accident. It is always the
1974. He continued his educational
beautiful and ecstatic.
darling of every crowd. As soon as
result of high intention, sincere
journey at Lyceum of the Philippines
He did not let mediocrity be an
he starts his music, you get hooked
effort, and intelligent execution; it
with the degree of Bachelor of
option instead distinction is above
on it, it’s just like a charm that you get
represents the wise choice of many
Science in Foreign Service and also
these choices, as a result, he had
with magical feeling. He knows when
alternatives – choice, not chance,
Bachelor of Science in Nursing at
joined the military and the United
to use the power immensely. He
determines your destiny.”
Norfolk State University in 1999. He
States Navy, Army, to numerous
engages music with humor.Life has
Sir Major Ramon as he is fondly
never stopped seeking for greater
countries applying his Nursing
been difficult for him with trials and
called,was born in San Manuel,
challenges and fulfilling his dreams,
experience traveling with him is his
challenges but because of his innate
Pangasinan, Philippines. He finished
he decided to continue his higher and
music. When he starts singing, it
talent, he just let it go and slide loving
his elementary schooling at San
post-education and very fortunate
seems like he owns the aura around
his passion in music and took them
Manuel Elementary School in 1970.
to complete the degree Master’s
with his soulful voice coupled with his
as inspirations to do positive things
At a young age, He started loving
in Healthcare Administration
magical playing on the keyboard, his
in contrary to the twists and turns. He
his own gift and love of music
with Gerontology. Along with his
guitar, his harmonica, drums, and a
stands tall like the valuable Molave
already. He has great potential to
remarkable achievements, he has
lot more.
tree to continue achieving his goals
have a successful music career. He
great connection with singing, and
Bold-spirited, he hurdled
and dreams. If you know anyone
pursued his secondary education
playing different musical instruments
challenges with positivity in mind
who works hard to make his dream
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The Coro Filipino
come true, he is no other than this
and a great singer all in one. He
and considerable. That’s what Sir
Coro Filipino’s dynamic collaboration
tones are companions of his dreams,
“stout-hearted man.”
sings well. His voice is so damn
Major is definitely trying to convey
and creative musicianship. He
they are the world in which he lives.
Sir Major is the President of
goodand I just love listening to his
to the band and choir members. I
makes everybody a team player
It is really with great pleasure and
Coro Filipino, a group of dignified
magical soulful voice with its finest
love music and I absolutely have a
that he uses his leadership abilities
distinct honor that in this beautiful
professionals who love to share their
and complimented confidence. Even
soft spot in my heart for musicians
into a successful teamwork. He
and blessed world, I come to know
gifts of music. With his vivacious
if the lyrics are un-relatable he has
and for him he builds on the power of
makes sure everybody is engaged
one extraordinary person and a
talent, strong leadership and
the potential to make his audience
music.My three favorite things in life
having a good time and not boring
great musician, one who represents
cheerful disposition he was chosen
see the story through his singing.
are music, story and laughter. There
them into a good nap. It will be
wise choices of many alternatives,
unanimously.He has a vision of
S i r M a j o r, “ Yo u a r e a
are few good people out there who
heartwarming to know what some
one who is indeed admired for his
passionate musicmaking without
hidden gem, your voice gives
combine these three favorite things
great minds say of music. Bettina
wisdom, humble heart, caring spirit
boundaries. He is committed to
me goosebumps, you have high
into a great entertainment and I can
says; “In the germ, when the first
and unconquerable principle.”
presenting top-notch music in a
potentials and you should embrace
only see these in him.
trace of life begins to stir, music is
manner that both music aficionados
it.” As a dedicated lover of music, it
He has his own expertise that he
the nurse of the soul; it murmurs
Sumibcay!
and the casual listener can enjoy.
is really a transcending experience
weaves in specific themes about our
in the ear, and the child sleeps; the
He is one of the most sought-
listening to his voice and music with
after musicians and entertainers.
honesty and purity giving a sense of
He performs to a lot of civic-
life to lifeless people.
cultural community events. He
had coordinated with other musical
Bamboo Band) Sir Major is also our
groups and solo performers like
drummer, he is always prodding and
a professional. Also, his career
cajoling the members for passion,
is putting talented people and
he wants to emphasize a spirited
audiences together as manifested
rendition of one familiar song into an
with his numerous fine arts and
amazing version. He can definitely
stage performances playing the
create upbeat huge smiles that
role of “The Ilustrado” andmusical
everyone will not forget.I have a bit of
extravaganza concerts.
bias in that saying “He is the Bomb!”
As a music and choir director,
I have been around music all my life
I have rarely seen a great fantastic
and the lessons music has taught
performer, an actor, accompanist
me are magnanimously important
At Banda Kawayan, (FILCOM’s
Coro Filipino Camaraderie precious moments
Mabuhay Ka, Sir Major Ramon
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Congratulations! Welcome back
Major Ramon Sumibcay Mabuhay!
Congratulations! We are proud to honor:
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Congratulations to Our Very Own Brother
Sir Major Ramon Sumibcay!! Your selfless service to the Community and to our great Country is truly a Reflection of the ideals of our national Hero, Dr. Jose P. Rizal. Isa kang tunay na alagad ng ating Bayani!! More Power to You!
FROM THE OFFICERS AND MEMBERS OF THE
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By Nancy Bernal
Congratulations to Hawaii’s Ki’ilani Arruda on winning Miss Teen USA 2020! This beautiful teen from Kauai beat out fifty other contestants to claim the title on November 7, 2020. Originally slated for spring, 2020, the Miss Teen USA competition had to be postponed earlier this year due to COVID-19. Finally the competition aired live from Elvis Presley’s Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee in November. The last time a contestant from Hawaii won this prestigious title was in 1985 when Kelly Hu was selected by the judges and crowned. Ki’ilani Arruda is half Filipino and she is currently a freshman at the University of Puget Sound, studying molecular and cellular biology and minoring in Spanish. Ki’ilani has an exciting year ahead of her representing her home state of Hawaii and also the entire nation in numerous public appearances. ••••
Ki’ilani Arruda - Miss Teen USA 2020
Pia Toscano
Nicole Scherzinger
Troy Laureta’s new album release – “Kaibigan” – an OPM Collective – Volume 1 – features an impressive list of artists on this recording. Troy Laureta (Musical Director/Keyboardist) produced the songs on this CD and invited some of his Celebrity friends to participate including: Ailee (Korean Pop Artist), Matt Bloyd (American Pop Vocalist from California), Cheesa (American Pop Vocalist from Hawaii and his sister), Nicole Scherzinger (American Singer, Songwriter, Dancer, Television Personality and Lead Singer of The Pussycat Dolls), Pia Toscano (American Pop Artist), Shelea (American Singer, Songwriter and Pianist), and Regine Velasquez (One of the Top Female Vocalists in The Philippines). This album immediately became a hit on the itunes charts and other digital platforms and it is receiving rave reviews nationally and internationally. ••••
Here is an update on the Jim Brickman Comfort & Joy at-Home Virtual Concert for Hawaii. The date of this special show has been changed to Saturday, December 19 at 5 p.m. It will be a treat to watch Jim Brickman – hit-making songwriter and the best-selling solo pianist of our time with 21 Number One Albums and 32 Top 20 Radio Singles in “Billboard Magazine”, perform in the privacy of your home. Since Jim is unable to perform live in Hawaii during COVID-19, this is the only way that you can experience his concert - virtually. There are three different ticket options available. Go to www.jimbrickman.com to purchase your tickets today for this wonderful holiday concert. •••• The Olive Garden Restaurant has opened in Honolulu at the Ala Moana Shopping Center (in the old Bubba Gump’s location). Residents of Hawaii were only able
Jim Brickman
to enjoy the delicious food of this popular restaurant chain on the mainland, until now. Since the opening in November, everyone can experience the tasty dishes and famous breadsticks seven days a week at 11 a.m. til 10 p.m. Great location, excellent food and superb service! •••• Mai Tai’s (located on the same level as the Olive Garden Restaurant at the Ala Moana Shopping Center) has re-opened in November. A variety of beverages and pupus are available seven days a week at this popular gathering spot. Entertainment is forthcoming soon at Mai Tai’s; stay tuned! •••• During the month of December – Christmas time, remember to look out for your family members and friends. With a worldwide pandemic happening, we may not be able to get together physically with our loved
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ones, but we can reach out to them in other ways. Take time to call a friend that you have not seen in awhile and ask them how they are doing. Check on a family member that may not be able to go outside their home and see if they need assistance. Share your caring attitude and good deeds with everyone you know. It does not cost you anything, except your time. It will mean so much to the person you reach out to and it will make you feel good, too. Let’s support each other during these challenging times and spread positivity. •••• For now, That’s Entertainment! Stay safe and Merry Christmas! (If you would like to submit entertainment information, please contact Nancy Bernal at 947-5736 or e-mail her at Nancy Bernal@aol. com)
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tyler dos santos-tam
In this year of record-breaking
Augie Tulba
voter turnout, four Filipino Americans
Sonny Ganaden
Radiant Cordero
Bennette Misalucha
FOUR FILIPINO CANDIDATES ELECTED FOR THE FIRST TIME
were elected to office for the first time on Oahu: Radiant Cordero and Augusto “Augie T” Tulba for City Council, Bennette Misalucha for State Senate, and Sonny Ganaden for State House. While
to find safe and effective ways to get
community causes and now has
his district, Ganaden hopes that
a City Council staff member for many
the candidates represent different
these residents back to work.”
an even more visible platform to
the community can meaningfully
years, while holding numerous jobs
districts from around the island and
continue making change.
participate in planning for what
to stay afloat, Cordero is thoroughly
will soon be sworn into positions
community members from the
Ganaden, whose grandfather was a
comes up at the site. “As we articulate
familiar with many of the issues
at different levels, each brings
grassroots level on upward, noting
WWII Philippine Scout from Laoag,
about what makes communities safe
facing District 7, which stretches
with them a strong dedication to
that while Filipinos make up the
has served as a staff attorney at the
and health, we can think about what
from Iwilei to Halawa, including the
community and engaging their
largest ethnic group in the state,
Domestic Violence Action Center
goes in those sixteen acres [where
Kalihi and Salt Lake neighborhoods.
constituents.
they continue to have low voter
and as the manager of the KVIBE
the prison currently stands]. I’m
turnout and engagement. “I want to
bicycle program at Kokua Kalihi
already introducing legislation to
intricate details of the City, Cordero
FROM COMEDIAN TO
meet with every single neighborhood
Valley. In both of these roles, he saw
have more of a community push. I
hopes to focus on issues both large
COUNCILMEMBER
board member and listen to them. A
how existing government systems
look forward to working with Senator
and small during her first term.
Augusto “Augie” Tulba is
lot of people have never met their
failed the most vulnerable in our
Misalucha and Councilmember
instantly recognizable islandwide
Councilman. I want to start from the
community – whether victims of
Cordero in ensuring that Kalihi gets
think about as much is zoning, which
as an affable and approachable
core.”
domestic violence-related trauma,
what it deserves.”
is often ‘kapakahi’ in our district,”
comedian. What many people may
or young men of color who are most
“For me, being a representative
says Cordero, using the Hawaiian
not know is that this newly-elected
outreach will spark more community
at risk of incarceration.
of this area and considering who my
word for ‘jumbled.’ Cordero explains,
Councilmember has long had a
involvement. “I’m hoping that in the
These experiences informed
family is, it was a deeply personal
“Zoning affects housing, businesses,
serious side and has dedicated much
next four years, I encourage more
some of Ganaden’s top priorities,
experience meeting community
and the underlying infrastructure.
of his career to community causes.
people to get actively involved. I want
including criminal justice reform,
members at the door. I hope to
Through planning and zoning, we
W h e n Ty p h o o n H a i y a n
to lead by example by being out in
affordable housing, and quality
continue that relationship over the
can show how much pride our district
(Yolanda) hit the Philippines in late
the community, so people see me
infrastructure. Summarizing these
next several years and do right for
has by revitalizing it, but without
2013, Tulba and his fellow Pinoy
rolling up my sleeves and leading
goals, Ganaden says, “We should
the community,” reflects Ganaden.
changing the characteristics or
comedian Rex Navarette did a series
by example. Let’s work to help clean
have a burgeoning, beautiful, and
characters.”
of comedy concerts statewide to
up the community, and not wait for
equitable city.”
which includes the neighborhoods
raise tens of thousands of dollars
government.”
Specific to these goals,
of Kalihi Kai, Sand Island, Hickam,
community members from all corners
for relief effort. With his daughter
Tulba traces his family’s roots
Ganaden says, “We need to be
Pearl Harbor, Ford Island, and
of the district: “If we forget even just
Mahea, he has also helped to set
to Siquijor Island in the Visayas
working on infrastructure – like
Halawa Valley Estate.
one neighborhood, am I truly taking
up an award-winning program to
Region, and will be sworn in as
sidewalk and road improvements
combat the issue of bullying in
the Councilmember for District 9,
– especially in light of the two rail
CORDERO TO CONTINUE
schools.
representing Waikele, Village Park,
stations that are coming through our
HER WORK AT THE CITY
the Makalapa and Halawa portions
Now as a Councilmember-
Royal Kunia, Mililani Town, West
district. We also need to talk about
Working in tandem with Ganaden
of her district, which are wedged
Elect, Tulbaplans to hit the ground
Loch, Iroquois Point, and portions
how to make legitimate affordable
on behalf of the communities from
between the Stadium, Airport, and
running to take on even more serious
of Ewa Villages and Ewa Beach, in
housing and a more fair justice
Ford Island to Kalihi will be newly-
Joint-Base Pearl Harbor Hickam,
challenges, particularly in this time of
January.
system.”
elected City Councilmember Radiant
as an area which has often been
Like his fellow newly-elected
Cordero, who will succeed her
overlooked.
Tulba also plans to engage
Tulba hopes that his grassroots
COVID. Says Tulba, “Waipahu and
Ganaden represents District 30,
Being knowledgeable about the
“One issue that people don’t
Cordero also hopes to engage
care of the district?” Cordero points in particular to
Ewa Beach have some of the largest
GANADEN ELECTED TO STATE
candidates, Ganaden emphasizes
boss, the outgoing Councilmember
unemployment, as a lot of them work
HOUSE
the importance of having community
Joey Manahan. Cordero has also
engaging the community like they
in Waikiki. I’m working in discussions
Like Tulba, newly-elected State
input in his decision-making. With
dedicated her career in nonprofits,
haven’t been before and sometimes
with Mufi Hannemann at the Hawaii
Representative Sonny Ganaden
the planned relocation of the state’s
journalism, and hotel and food
it’s hard to maneuver both our
Lodging & Tourism Association trying
has dedicated his career to many
largest prison – OCCC – from
service Industries. Having worked as
neighbors and our efforts through the
“I saw the beautiful impact of
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numerous federal to state to county
many times it’s important for the
jurisdictions.
community to roll up its sleeves. In
But I am ready and hopeful that
identifying these issues, we can find
we can stand and fight for these
solutions that will benefit everybody,”
communities by tackling the muddied
says Misalucha. “Resilience is not
longstanding issues and forming a
just a way to bounce back – because
solid partnership starting with my
that means we’re back to the same
fellow legislators. This is about the
old. In the context of COVID, we
foundation of our government and
need to look at issues with a new,
its relationship with the community.
fresh set of eyes to improve on the
Having a Councilmember, State
past context.”
Representative & State Senator
who are working with and for them
convene a “Resilience Summit”
as a team will make a difference for
for her district to help community
them.”
stakeholders identify priority projects
that could revitalize economic
Cordero also hopes to bring
Misalucha is planning to
A Celebration of Life for
Dean Tiburcio Alegado Date And Time Sun, November 29, 2020 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM CST
in community members to create
conditions in that area.
collaborative solutions for long-
standing issues such as parking and
of the Senate’s Energy, Economic
pedestrian safety. Like Ganaden,
D e v e l o p m e n t , a n d To u r i s m
Cordero also wants to ensure that
Committee, she is particularly
the community’s vision is reflected
interested in creating policies
in the relocation of OCCC and
that can help the State diversify
when the rail line comes through the
our economy and increase state
district.
revenues particularly in view of the
state’s budget shortfall.
Dean was a key community leader in the anti-Marcos movement in Hawai’i and later served
elect Augie Tulba, Cordero will be
as statewide chair of the Philippine Centennial Committee of Hawai’i in 2006.
sworn into office in early January.
16, we have small mom-and-pop
Like her fellow Councilmember-
As the incoming Vice Chair
“In the case of Senate District
stores, but also a large swath of
Dean passed away in Kane’ohe on November 6, 2020. Born in San Narcisco, Zambales in the Philippines, he grew up in the Bay Area and graduated from UC Berkeley. He received his Master’s degree from the Goddard College and Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Hawai’i Manoa. Dean was a Professor of Ethnic Studies at the University of Hawai’i Manoa and retired in 2007 after serving as Chair of the department. Active in the Filipino community,
He is survived by wife Emerita, three daughters Rosanna Alegado (Raymond Kong), Kalanui
MISALUCHA ELECTED TO
people who are still employed.
HER FIRST FULL TERM
So perhaps those who are still
On the ballot for the first time
employed can patronize those small
was Bennette Misalucha, who won
businesses, so it’s neighbors helping
her first full term in the State Senate
neighbors. If the community comes
after having been appointed in
up with its own set of solutions, it’s
July to fill the vacancy created by
more invested in ensuring success,”
During his time as chair of the Department of Ethnic Studies in the College of Social Sciences
the death of State Senator Breene
reflects Misalucha.
from 2001–06, the department increased enrollment by about 60%, and the number of tenure-
Harimoto. Misalucha fended off a
vigorous challenge from hotelier
leaders like Misalucha, as well
track faculty, graduate assistants, scholarships and fellowships also increased. Alegado also
Kelly Kitashima to represent Senate
as her newly-elected colleagues
District 16, which has traditionally
Sonny Ganaden, Radiant Cordero,
been perceived as a heavily
and Augusto “Augie” Tulba, all have
Japanese area. Misalucha’s victory
the community on their mind. Each
secures a four year term for this
elected official invites the Filipino
well-known businesswoman and
community to make their voice heard
U.S./Philippine relations; Philippine political economy; and community development studies.
community leader.
by calling or emailing their office with
He garnered numerous awards including State of Hawai’i and City and County of Honolulu
thoughts, concerns, and ideas for
outstanding educator awards in 2001, and U.S. Congress and Hawai’i State Legislature
how to improve our island home.
community service awards in 2008.
Having been a member of the
Filipino Chamber of Commerce for
During these challenging times,
the past 32 years, and in leadership
Alegado, Abegail Cabuco, and seven grandchildren. Dean lived his life with determination, strength, courage, grace, and humility in order to bring social progress, peace, and justice to our communities.
developed summer program agreements with Michigan State University and UCLA; increased budget, resources and overall institutional support; and began lobbying for a graduate program. Alegado’s research areas included international migration from Asia/Pacific; Philippine diaspora and Asian American experience in the U.S./Hawai’i; comparative race and ethnic relations;
Alegado continued to be an advocate for the importance and value of the Department of Ethnic
roles with the Chamber for over
Studies and Philippine language programs by submitting testimony to the UH Board of Regents
two decades including a stint as
in the weeks before his passing.
President in 1999, Misalucha is
Tyler Dos Santos-Tam is a Honolulu-
particularly focused on economic
based business consultant. In addition
recovery.
to his extensive participation in the
Please join us for prayers and remembrances on Saturday November 28, 2pm Hawai’i Standard
Filipino community, he serves as the
Time/Sunday November 29, 8am Philippine Standard Time. Registrants will receive the link to
“I’m all about trying to find
resilience, which is a value of our community. Sometimes government doesn’t have all the answers, and
Honorary Consul of Portugal in Hawaii, Chair of the Honolulu Neighborhood Commission, and President of the Young Democrats of Hawaii.
attend the virtual celebration on Zoom in a separate email.
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Aloha, I hope and trust that all is well with you and that you are weathering this pandemic storm in good health. These are definitely challenging times for all of us. Please stay safe! The theme for this month’s newsletter is “Mortgage Interest Rate Projections for 2021.” I will try to give you a peek into the future so you will know what to expect as you think about your mortgage loan options. In the meantime, I want to wish you a very Happy, Peaceful and Joyous Holiday Season. I hope that your 2021 will get off to a great start and that it will be your best year ever. Ashlee Sook Cho James, President NMLS#: 368025 Hawaii Best Loans - NMLS#: 397936
From the President’s Desk
WHAT WILL MORTGAGE INTEREST RATES DO IN 2021?
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New Book!
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Call 676-0759
$499,000 - Honolulu Tower Condo 2/1/1, 1054 sqft Bus stop China market, restaurant, Business, store
Valley of the Temples, Eternal Love, 3 plots Value $10,000/ea. Asking $20,000/ all 3 plots. Call/Text 304-6590
for rent
Tel. No. 922-6868
Ask for Hisao or Almario
Customer Service/Call-taker Full/Part-time
No experience OK, we will train. Good communication skill, pleasing personality with minimal typing skill. We offer good benefits-medical/dental, 401k, paid vacation/sick leave, parking.
Call: 943-0000
980SQF Retail Store $1,800
Built Care home 2017 7 bed, close to town, close to hospital call (808) 393-6230 email: lee@Locations Hawaii.com
For Rent: Kalihi 2BR/1BA/1PKG $1,225.00, No pets 1922 Kahai St. Apt. D Available 11/16,
Call Virgie 386-3997
2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath,
Waipahu area, Formore info, contact Maria @ (808) 365-8310
house for rent 3 bedroom/1bath Near school, bus stop, and shopping center. No pets Call 808-208-5880
weddings anytime, anywhere Judge Graulty (Retired)
call 778-8510 to schedule