In celebration of “Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa” (National Language Month) the Philippine Consulate General in New York and Sentro Rizal New York, highlight the Filipino language through Filipino pop culture, particularly comics.
Throughout August, a mobile exhibit will be featuring the iconic characters of the "King of Philippine Komiks" - Mars Ravelo - from the likes of "Dyesebel," "Darna," and "Captain Barbel," to his earlier works, such as "Rita," "Ric Benson," and many others.
The Filipino language comes alive through Mars Ravelo's captivating artistry and dynamic dialogues.
Visit the exhibit on the following dates and locations:
09-13 August
Bergenfield Public Library - *Opening Day*
50 W Clinton Ave, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
14-17 August
Jersey City Free Public Library: Five Corners Branch
678 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306
19-20 August
Consular Outreach
La Salette Shrine, 947 Park St.,
Attleboro, MA 02703
21-27 August
Philippine Center
556 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10036
28-31 August
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
Parkway Central Library
1901 Vine Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
This exhibit is made possible with the support of the Ravelo Family, Mars Ravelo Komiks Characters, Inc., and ABS-CBN.
