A TASTE OF KALIHI 5TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL

Taste of kalihi festival honolulu hawaii 11/09/2011

TASTE OF KALIHI PRESS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 28, 2011Contact: Allan AlvarezMedia Chairman(808) 392-8230filipinochamberhi@gmail.com

Join us in The 5th Annual A Taste of Kalihi Festival and Block Party for some Food, Family and Fun.

HONOLULU – The Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii Foundation, in cooperation with the City and County of Honolulu under the leadership of Mayor Peter Carlisle, is proud to present its 5th Annual “A Taste of Kalihi Festival” on Saturday, November 19 from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Colburn Street on the corner of Dillingham Boulevard and McNeil Street in the Dillingham Shopping Plaza area.

“A Taste of Kalihi Festival” is Kalihi’s block-party celebration highlighting its rich history and promises to be a family event aimed at celebrating and exploring the treasures that this colorful and historical district has to offer. The celebration acts as a catalyst for improving Kalihi's economic base as Kalihi-based companies, small businesses, and community organizations participate in this festival which will feature food, drinks, a bit of history and family-friendly activities. A Great Family Day to enjoy!!

Experience the area's unique flavor through a sampling of the town's delicious Filipino, Korean, Japanese, Local Cuisine and more! Also, dynamic entertainment, games, contests, and other exciting activities including Hawaii’s Largest Electric Slide Dance, Zumba Exhibitions, Hip Hop and Breakdancing, and entertainment by live bands and groups, and amazing Cultural Dance throughout the day going well into the evening.

Join the whole Kalihi Community for International Foods, Displays, Entertainment, Exhibitions, Games, Rides, Kalihi Business and Vendor Booths, Social Services, and lots of fun for the whole family to enjoy.The festival is a partnership between the City and County of Honolulu and the Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii Foundation. For more information, visit our website at www.filipinochamber.org.

For questions or inquiries, contact Chairperson Eddie Agas at (808) 783-3327 or at filipinochamberhi@gmail.com.Media contact – Allan Alvarez at (808) 392-8230 or Brandon Dela Cruz at (808) 389-0517.