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Filipino American Association celebrates Philippine Independence

Posted at 2:59 PM, Jun 08, 2018
and last updated 2018-06-08 14:59:53-04

FORT MYERS, Fla. -- The Filipino American Association of Southwest Florida will be celebrating the 120th Anniversary of Philippine Independence with a Formal Dinner Saturday night.

It will be held at the Dance at the Everglades Ballroom of the Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort and Spa on Saturday, June 16, 2018 from six to ten in the evening.

Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa is located at 17260 Harbour Pointe Drive in Fort Myers.

The highlight of the evening is The Elegant Fashion Presentation by the Filipina ladies and Friends in the SW Florida community which takes place around 7:30pm.

The event also serves as a Fund Raiser to benefit FAASWF’s Youth Program particularly the Annual Educational and Scholarship Rewards that are given to deserving Filipino American students in the Southwest Florida community.

Donation for the Dinner and Dance is $45.00 per person.

Those who are interested to join the event are requested to RSVP and pay no later than June 8 as no tickets will be sold at the door. Reservations and for information may be made by calling 239 772-5551. Please ask for Jeanne.