US landmarks to light up for PH Independence Day

Courtesy of New York PCG

NEW YORK – On Wednesday, June 12, iconic landmarks in New York and Philadelphia will light up in the colors of the Philippine flag for the 126th Philippine Independence Day.

The Philippine Consulate General (PCG) in New York has announced the following schedule:

New York

Niagara Falls (10 p.m. – 10:15 p.m.)

Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge (Sunset)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

One Liberty Place (7 p.m. – 11:55 p.m)

Two Liberty Place (7 p.m. – 11:55 p.m)

PECO Building (Rotating for the whole day)

The New York PCG is encouraging the public to capture the moment by taking photos of these illuminated landmarks and tag the Philippine Consulate General in New York on social media with the hashtags #PHinNY  and #PH126.

On June 17 at 11 a.m., the Philippine flag will be raised at the oldest park in New York City to mark 126 years of Philippine Independence.

“Let us show NYC and the world how solid we are as a community by showing up in a united display of Philippine pride!” the New York PCG said in its event announcement.

The consulate organized the flag-raising ceremony in partnership with the NYC Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs. To RSVP, click here.

Also on Wednesday, the Philippine flag will be raised at Boston City Hall Plaza at 11 a.m. A reception will be held at the Piedmont Room on the 5th floor of City Hall at 10 a.m.

The Filipino American community in the New York area recently celebrated the 126th Philippine Independence anniversary with the annual parade on Madison Avenue in New York City earlier this month.

This year’s parade – with the theme, “Preserving Our Filipino Culture and Heritage to Unite Generations” – featured cultural shows, dances and festivities that showcase the rich heritage of the Philippines. The event included a concert featuring top balladeer Nonoy Zuñiga, P-pop girl group 4th Impact and the Kuyamis Festival.

“This theme is a tribute to the diversity of cultures and traditions that make up our great nation, and the importance of coming together in harmony and respect for one another,” said Arman David, president of the Philippine Independence Day Council Inc.

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