BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Oakland Asian Cultural Center - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Oakland Asian Cultural Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://oacc.cc X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Oakland Asian Cultural Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220430 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220601 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20220427T012322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T164241Z UID:12315-1651276800-1654041599@oacc.cc SUMMARY:OACC Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/aapi-heritage-month-2022/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th Street\, Suite 290\, Oakland\, CA 94607\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607 CATEGORIES:Past Events,Past Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/APIA-Month.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220428T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220623T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20220411T220206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T183459Z UID:12246-1651156200-1656000000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:KCCEB Community Healing Space DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/kcceb-community-healing-space-2022/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/KCCEB-Community-Healing-Space-Flyer-Instagram-Post.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220423T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220423T150000 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20220219T041621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220423T231024Z UID:11910-1650720600-1650726000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: Hip Hop For Change Workshop DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/heart-filled-heritage-series-hh4c/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/20220416Thumbnail_HH4C-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220416 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220605 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20220427T004535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220605T044944Z UID:12313-1650067200-1654387199@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Oakland AAPI Small Biz Map Challenge DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/2022-aapi-map-challenge/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20220416MapChallengethumbnail-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220415 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220611 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20220302T004942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220614T231228Z UID:12107-1649980800-1654905599@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Textures of Remembrance: Vietnamese Artists and Writers Reflect on the Vietnamese Diaspora DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/textures-of-remembrance-exhibition/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/20220415TexturesThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220326 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220425 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20220314T195748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220426T223713Z UID:12143-1648252800-1650844799@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Housing! DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/housing-exhibition-2022/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/20220325HousingThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220324 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220327 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20220225T001146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T194719Z UID:12086-1648080000-1648339199@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Oakland Ballet's Dancing Moons Festival DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/dancing-moons-festival-2022/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/2022032DancingMoonsFestival_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220319T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220319T173000 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20220119T012621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220320T003928Z UID:11751-1647705600-1647711000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: Sri Vidya Dance School DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/heart-filled-heritage-series-sri-vidya-dance/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/20220319Thumbnail_SVDS.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220218T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220218T200000 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20211214T192445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220222T190428Z UID:11685-1645207200-1645214400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Manzanar\, Diverted: When Water Becomes Dust" Virtual Screening and Talk DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/manzanar-diverted-screening-and-talk/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/20220218ManzanarDiverted_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220213T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220213T163000 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20211203T002446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220214T233926Z UID:11679-1644764400-1644769800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Book Talk: "We Hereby Refuse": The Bay Area Allies DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/we-hereby-refuse-bay-area-allies-book-talk/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/20220213WeHerebyRefuseBookTalk_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220212T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220212T140000 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20211130T200122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220214T233833Z UID:11669-1644670800-1644674400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Book Talk: Chinese Children's Hats with Terri Wong DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/chinese-childrens-hats-book-talk/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/20220212HatsBookTalk_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220417 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20211129T235457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220419T174229Z UID:11658-1644019200-1650153599@oacc.cc SUMMARY:OACC 2022 Asian Pacific New Year Celebration DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/oacc-apny-2022/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/general-title-ad.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220417 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20210222T194107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220419T174237Z UID:10397-1644019200-1650153599@oacc.cc SUMMARY:2022 Virtual Community Night Market DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/virtual-community-night-market/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/2022-apny-vendor-app-open.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220203 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220401 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20220125T182536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220406T003828Z UID:11759-1643846400-1648771199@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Lincoln School 2022 Lunar New Year Art Contest Gallery DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/2022-lincoln-school-lny-art-contest/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/20220203LNYArtContestThumbnail-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220301 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20210202T021615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T000956Z UID:9894-1643673600-1646092799@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Black History Month Community Events DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/black-history-month-community-events/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/20220201BlackHistoryMonth.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220129T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220129T163000 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20211129T222237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T190431Z UID:11651-1643468400-1643473800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Book Talk: "Auntie Sewing Squad Guide To Mask Making\, Radical Care\, and Racial Justice" DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/auntie-sewing-squad-guide-book-talk/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/AuntieSewingSquad_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211210T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211210T200000 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20211027T204043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211211T181519Z UID:11604-1639161000-1639166400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Book Talk: The Wake Up with Michelle MiJung Kim DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/the-wake-up-book-talk/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/20211210WakeUp_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211120T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211120T173000 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20210929T004555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211121T014432Z UID:11402-1637424000-1637429400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"The Shikoku Pilgrimage: Japan's Sacred Trail" Book Talk DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/shikoku-pilgrimage-book-talk/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/20211120ShikokuBookTalk_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211118T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211118T190000 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20211105T214412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211121T014553Z UID:11627-1637258400-1637262000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:OACC Friendsgiving: "In The Land of My Ancestors" Film Screening & Discussion DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/friendsgiving2021/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Friendsgiving-2021-Instagram-Post-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211114T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211114T143000 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20211004T210829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211114T225617Z UID:11292-1636894800-1636900200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Centering Senior Care and Aging During COVID-19 DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/senior-care-aging-covid-19-panel-talk/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/20211114SeniorCareThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211106T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211106T153000 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20211012T021851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211114T225750Z UID:11559-1636207200-1636212600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:ILLUMINATION: Literary Works Imagining New Light DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/illumination/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/20211106Illumination_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211105T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211105T190000 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20210824T232155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211106T032745Z UID:11209-1636133400-1636138800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Prints & Protest: The Legacy of Poster Making in Social Justice Movements DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/prints-and-protest-panel-talk/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/20211105PrintsAndProtest_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211027 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211219 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20210721T185319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211220T192712Z UID:11059-1635292800-1639871999@oacc.cc SUMMARY:2021 Chuseok Youth Art Contest Gallery DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/2021-chuseok-youth-art-contest/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events,Past Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/2021ChuseokArtContestGallery_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Korean Center%2C Inc.":MAILTO:info@koreancentersf.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211023T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211023T140000 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20210729T192024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211023T205256Z UID:11103-1634994000-1634997600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:The Case for Cancer Screenings | 癌症篩查的重要性 DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/cancer-screening-panel-talk/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/20211023CancerScreeningThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211015T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211015T180000 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20210806T171717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211016T175402Z UID:11137-1634320800-1634320800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:25th Anniversary Gala — Lift Up: Change Through Arts & Activism DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/virtual-gala-lift-up/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Instagram-Slide-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211009T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211009T163000 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20210817T215141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211011T212957Z UID:11181-1633791600-1633797000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Gene Luen Yang and Pornsak Pichetshote Write Heroes in APA History Comics DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/apa_history_comics/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/20211009ComicBookTalk.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211002 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211218 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20210706T234015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211220T192655Z UID:10999-1633132800-1639785599@oacc.cc SUMMARY:The Art of Protest: 1960s-1970s to Now DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/the-art-of-protest/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th Street\, Suite 290\, Oakland\, CA 94607\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607 CATEGORIES:Past Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/20211001ArtofProtest_Thumbnail.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210930T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210930T200000 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20210817T233316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211001T225713Z UID:11186-1633028400-1633032000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Remembering Shanghai" Book Talk DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/remembering-shanghai-book-talk/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/20210930ShanghaiThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210826T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210826T200000 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20210715T202303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210929T000131Z UID:11043-1630004400-1630008000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Agni: Virtual Screening & Talk DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/agni-screening-and-talk/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/20210826AgniThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210814T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210814T173000 DTSTAMP:20260525T193053 CREATED:20210706T235300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210815T004456Z UID:11005-1628956800-1628962200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Envision & Enact: Community Thriving DESCRIPTION:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret Friday\, March 7\, 20257 PM FREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to experience a musical exploration of the Mexican-Filipino connection featuring Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and special guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Gumamela Project\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo by Robert Lee \n \n \n \n Gumamela\, a hibiscus flower in Tagalog\, flor de jamaica in Mexico\, is an exploration of the musical connection between Mexico and the Philippines as envisioned by Florante Aguilar and the San Francisco Bay Area ensemble Cascada de Flores.   The Gumamela project is a collaboration born from the shared passion of Cascada de Flores and Florante Aguilar for the traditional music of their respective homelands\, Mexico and the Philippines. This project celebrates the striking musical parallels that connect the two cultures—an unexpected discovery that began with a chance meeting between these artists.   These similarities trace back to the historic Manila Galleon trade\, a Pacific shipping route that linked Manila and Acapulco for over 300 years. Under Spanish colonial rule\, these ships carried not only goods but also culture\, weaving together the musical traditions of two distant lands. Though the trade route has long since ceased\, its cultural impact endures.   In Gumamela\, the musicians begin immersed in the songs and danceable rhythms that the cultures share: the serenading Philippine haranas alongside the romantic danzas of Latin American\, jotas\, rondalla\, and kumparsa paired with Mexico’s son and jarabe\, and of course\, the boleros!   As the project blossoms\, so does the creativity of its arrangements and the inspiration of its compositions. Like its namesake\, the hibiscus flower (Gumamela in Tagalog)\, the collaboration flourishes into a dynamic album and concert. The music is more than a celebration of shared heritage—it is a living testament to the enduring bonds of two cultures brought together across oceans and centuries. Even today\, it inspires the creativity of its descendants here in the San Francisco Bay Area. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/envision-enact-community-thriving/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/20210814CommunityThrivingThumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR