VIA Times – September 2016 Issue Vital News, Vibrant Views for Asian Americans in Chicago & Midwest

By: Lena Remigio   Dear Ate Lena, I am young, a physical fitness teacher, Pinay born in the Philippines but spent my childhood here in Chicago since when I was about twelve and went to school here. I am very ...

There’s something about the music in the 50’s that is elusive. Rock and roll, doo-woop, pop, swing, rhythm and blues, country, blues and rockabilly dominated and defined the decade’s music. On August 28, 2016, the 50’s MUSICAL WITH THE SELECTIONS ...

By: Lou Maningas Cabalona   Filipino Americans in the Windy City will celebrate Filipino American History Month (FAHM) with an evening of fun and music at the “TGIF” concert featuring American Idol Jessica Sanchez, YouTube sensation Mikey “PinoyBoy” Bustos, and ...

By: Elsie Sy-Niebar   *President Obama, ‘snubbed’ and denied of ‘red carpet welcome’ in China; bad-mouthed by Philippine President Duterte? *Chicago Tribune editorials: ‘Vulgarity is Duterte’s Calling Card. The US should get tough with Duterte’ *’We have a lot of ...

By: Mayra Salazar   Receiving your first paycheck is an empowering milestone. Do you remember being a little shocked by the taxes that Uncle Sam takes out of each paycheck? Understanding how important your contribution is takes some of the ...

Chicago, Il. – In 2009, the US Congress thru the House of Senate and House of Representatives respectively passed H. Res. 780 recognizing October 2011 and every October thereafter as Filipino American History Month (FAHM) to celebrate the history and ...

By: Aeron Lancero   Magandang araw sa inyo lahat. And hope you are enjoying the last days of the summer temperature we are still having and getting ready for the upcoming fall weather coming soon. Don’t you love fall… It ...

By: Jan Paul C. Ferrer   Plan for a long life and keep certain vital documents up to date for your protection and the sake of those you love. The underlying goal of proper estate planning is to ensure the legacy ...

Strategic cutouts elevate style with a no-see look, silky soft fabrics banish blisters, erase irritating seams and keep cold toes toasty during every season There are times when making sacrifices in the name of fashion are worth it. But polishing ...

By: Ryan Tejero   I will never forget the man who gave me the National Editor job of NaFFAA national newsletter in 2012! When Ed decided to start a newsletter after he was re-elected for his second term as national ...