Filipino Americans are the third-largest ethnic group in California, after Latinos and African Americans, and they are the second-largest Asian American group in the nation. Their rich history is recognized in October as it commemorates the first recorded presence of Filipinos in the United States. On October 18, 1587, \u201cLuzones Indios\u201d arrived in what is now Morro Bay, California.<\/span><\/p>\n

Immerse yourself in Filipino American culture by checking out these learning resources, activities and community groups.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Art & Recipes<\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Create a mixed-media painting<\/span><\/a> inspired by Filipina American artist Pacita Abad.<\/span><\/p>\n

Try making<\/span> pancit molo, <\/span><\/i>a <\/span>wonton soup recipe<\/span><\/a>. <\/span>Watch this video<\/span><\/a> for a step by step guide on making the dish and to learn it\u2019s history.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Books & Virtual Storytelling<\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Picture book reading list<\/span><\/a> for younger children – learn about folk tales, the Filipino language and more.<\/span><\/p>\n

Reading list for teens and adults<\/span><\/a> – includes poetry, fiction and nonfiction recommendations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch this <\/span>Oden the Giant storytime<\/span><\/a> with Asian Art Museum storyteller, Ann Riley.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Podcast<\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Listen to the<\/span> \u201cThis Filipino American Life\u201d podcast<\/span><\/a> – the Filipino American hosts explore the experiences of Filipinos in the United States.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Additional Resources<\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS)<\/span><\/a> – includes history, learning activities, curriculum, art and more.<\/span><\/p>\n

Community Groups<\/h3>\n

Fil-Am of FSV<\/a><\/strong>:<\/strong> Filipino-American residents of Fairfield, Suisun and Vacaville.<\/span><\/p>\n

Visit their <\/span>Facebook page<\/span><\/a> for history, facts and events<\/span><\/p>\n

Little Manila Rising – Stockton<\/a><\/strong>:<\/strong> After school programs, dance, health assistance and martial arts.<\/span><\/p>\n

Asian Resources – Sacramento<\/a><\/strong>:<\/strong> Youth employment resources, support services and workshops.<\/span><\/p>\n

Filipino Americans of Northern California – Sacramento, East Bay & Beyond<\/a><\/strong>:<\/strong> Community resources, scholarships and workshops.<\/span><\/p>\n

Philippine National Day Association – Sacramento<\/a><\/strong>:<\/strong> Youth leadership, scholarship opportunities and mentoring.<\/span><\/p>\n

Lead Filipino<\/a>:<\/strong>\u00a0community organization serving San Jose and beyond.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Filipino Americans are the third-largest ethnic group in California, after Latinos and African Americans, and they are the second-largest Asian American group in the nation. Their rich history is recognized in October as it commemorates the first recorded presence of Filipinos in the United States. On October 18, 1587, \u201cLuzones Indios\u201d arrived in what is […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":13948,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false},"categories":[392],"tags":[554,706,556,564,29,340,708,707,113,17,208],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n