The parol festival held in part by FilAm Arts in Los Angeles (photo by Nailah Barcelona, courtesy FilAm Arts) The five-pointed parol has long been a symbol of the holiday season in the Philippines.

The holidays shine a little brighter thanks to one iconic symbol: the Filipino parol, a lantern that represents hope, unity, and the spirit of the season. And every year, the Bay Area gathers to ...

For weeks during the holiday season, Yerba Buena Gardens in downtown San Francisco is colorfully adorned with Christmas lanterns. While they are beautiful decorations, they also serve as a nod to the ...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - It may only be October, but the Christmas season is already underway at the Philippine Consulate General in Honolulu. Community leaders gathered Thursday night for a festive ...