IIC-15 (Igorot International Consultation)
Jul
3
to Jul 5

IIC-15 (Igorot International Consultation)

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We want YOU to be part of the PLANNING TEAM for the 15th Igorot International Consultation (IIC) slated for July 2026 in Los Angeles. The first IIC was held in 1995 by BIMAK Los Angeles, and we are honored to host again 31 years later.

Visit IIC-15 2026 Los Angeles for updates.

Join us as a volunteer today! Complete this Volunteer Form and we’ll reach out shortly.

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Initial IIC-15 Planning Meeting
Aug
5
11:00 AM11:00

Initial IIC-15 Planning Meeting

We want YOU to be part of the PLANNING TEAM for the 15th Igorot International Consultation (IIC) slated for July 2026 in Los Angeles. The first IIC was held in 1995 by BIMAK Los Angeles, and we are honored to host again 31 years later.

We feel your expertise, dependability, and energy will be key to producing an event that positively impacts our community. We invite you to be a part of a dynamic team of knowledgeable and lively professionals and creatives.

We anticipate IIC-15 to be the highest attended IIC, with programs and events reaching indigenous communities, the Filipino diaspora, and people of color.

Complete this Volunteer Form to stay informed of upcoming planning meetings and activities.

This First Planning Meeting will include:

  • Overview of Igorot International Consultation

  • Review of organizational chart of IIC-15 planning

  • Review planning schedule and timeline for IIC-15

  • What will it take to be a volunteer

  • What will you gain as a volunteer

This will be a virtual meeting via Google Meet. Google Meet is a free platform and does not require a Gmail address to use (you will just need to be invited to the Google Meet). Complete the Volunteer Form to be invited to upcoming IIC-15 planning Google Meets.

Please note published times on this website are Pacific Time (PDT or PST).

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Beach Day 2023
Jul
29
12:00 PM12:00

Beach Day 2023

Bring your family, canopies, beach towels, blankets, chairs, and sunscreen to BIMAK Los Angeles’ Beach Day! Join some fun in the sun including tug-of-war, volleyball and more!

This is a Potluck Party and we welcome ready-to-eat food, snacks, and beverages (no cooking on-site). Look out for the list of suggested menu items to bring on Facebook event page (click link to join group and access event page details).

👉 Join this FB group event to share your potluck menu item and specific location https://fb.me/e/fJNgA2PLX

Parking fees of $15 per car. Cash payment suggested; major credit cards accepted.

Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook for live updates on actual tower location.

Visit Will Rogers State Beach website for location details.

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Fall Picnic & BBQ
Nov
13
12:00 PM12:00

Fall Picnic & BBQ

  • Eagle Rock Recreational Center (map)
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Filipino Heritage Night at Dodger Stadium
Aug
31
7:00 PM19:00

Filipino Heritage Night at Dodger Stadium

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Promise Zone Arts Live Workshop
Sep
21
11:00 AM11:00

Promise Zone Arts Live Workshop

Community artists and organizations united, grooved, worked together, learned, and taught under the direction of the L.A. Dept. of Cultural Affairs and the Alliance for California Traditional Arts (ACTA) and L.A. Commons. Photos courtesy of Ray Tamarra.

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Igorot Athletic Meet (IAM)
Aug
31
to Sep 29

Igorot Athletic Meet (IAM)

BIMAK Los Angeles's inaugural year at the annual Sports fest gathering various Igorot organizations. Fun times with our friends from BIBAK San Diego, BIBAAK Las Vegas, COIE, BIBAK Arizona, and the host organization Benguet-13. Photos courtesy of Charlene Ocab Padua and other contributors.

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Summer Picnic
Jul
20
12:00 PM12:00

Summer Picnic

  • Eagle Rock Recreational Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Gathering at one of BIMAK's original gathering places (Eagle Rock Recreation Center). Photos courtesy of Ray Tamarra.

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KNL (Kayamanan Ng Lahi) "Pamana Project" Cultural Arts Workshop
Jul
13
1:00 PM13:00

KNL (Kayamanan Ng Lahi) "Pamana Project" Cultural Arts Workshop

Workshop with our good friends at KNL held at GCC Campus.

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Manila to MacArthur Park Performance
Jun
9
4:00 PM16:00

Manila to MacArthur Park Performance

Lively performance at the Levitt Pavilion amphitheater as part of the 50 FREE CONCERTS annual series sponsored by the Levitt Foundation. Several Los Angeles Filipino-American artists and groups collaborated on a two-day celebration of traditional and contemporary song and dance, highlighting the strength and diversity of the Fil-Am community. Photos courtesy of Ray Tamarra, Kayana Guledew, and Kristan Longid.

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Stanford University Student Exchange
Mar
29
3:00 PM15:00

Stanford University Student Exchange

An open forum discussion on current events with Stanford University undergraduate students - Unidad Park, Los Angeles.

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Cultural Workshop Series II: Language & Music
Mar
23
1:00 PM13:00

Cultural Workshop Series II: Language & Music

The second in a series of Cultural Arts based workshop was held at Eagle Rock Recreation Center. The day started off with a barbecue picnic and potluck, as kids ran around the playground and grassy small hills. The first work hop on Language kicked off right after lunch, as expecting mom Charlene Ocab (7-months in) led a group of primarily elementary-age kids on Ilocano everyday terms and greetings. Lots of the kids left the classroom knowing how to introduce themselves and counting to ten in their new found dialect. The Music workshop focused on the various instruments of the Bontoc Takik dance. Winston Catanes, Mike Wandag, and Jonathan Wandag, led kids aged 4 to 54 on the rhythms of the solibao drum,the sharp timing of the tik-tik,and the various gangsa beats that produce the sound for the wedding/courtship dance. The event also had several non-Igorot attendees who found BIBAK's flyer invitation online and on social media, and wanted to participate and learn about Igorot cultural arts ... and BIMAK was happy to share. Thanks to all the folks who came in and supported, brought potluck, and helped set-up and break-down. Special thanks to Ray Tamarra and Mark Tecson for capturing some of the images for the day that you can see at the following link. Thanks to Jennifer Catanes, Dave Masen, and KG Padua for their hard work setting up. And biggest thanks to the kids who joined in on both of the workshops, with their respect, pride, and love of their heritage and arts.

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Larry Itliong Day Celebration
Nov
17
5:00 PM17:00

Larry Itliong Day Celebration

Performance at Unidad Park to celebrate an important Fil-Am leader. Photos courtesy of David Masen, Jr.

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Cultural Workshop I Series: Language & Music
Oct
20
12:00 PM12:00

Cultural Workshop I Series: Language & Music

Our first in a series of Cultural Arts based workshops kicked off at the welcoming Ocab residence in Mid-Cities Los Angeles. Under the coordination of Melody Velasco and Jennifer Catanes Avancena, we held two much-needed and well -attended workshops aimed at our youth and young adults. The Language Workshop was led by Charlene Ocab Padua and Clint Batalao Longid -- mixing basic term and conversational sayings with fun interaction. The Music Workshop focused on Kalinga Tupayya gong instrumentation and was led by: Winston Catanes, Daniel Catanes, Noel Medrano, and Mike Wandag. After learning each of the 6 gong positions, everyone broke into smaller groups and later showcased their skills. Mixed in with the workshops were raffle prizes,icebreaker/games, and food galore. Thanks to our warm hosts Rocky and Susan Ocab; David Masen Jr. and KG Padua for the behind-the -scenes support, guidance, and photos; all the volunteers and donors; and especially to our young attendees who inspire us to continue these workshops. Many more to come!

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