April 2025

On Monday, 28 April 2025, Gigie Fletcher proudly represented the Yorkshire Filipino Group (YFG) at the “Uganda is open for business – and Bradford is ready to connect!” event, held at the iconic Midland Hotel. The gathering marked a key moment in Bradford’s journey toward City of Culture 2025, bringing together community leaders, business minds, […]

Few experiences encapsulate the spirit of a people and their traditions as vividly as cultural dance. Creative Hearts United proudly invites you to immerse yourself in the Philippines’ rich heritage with the Pintados Cultural Dance Workshop, featuring the Yorkshire Filipino Group Cultural Dance Troupe. This extraordinary event is generously funded by Leeds City Council through

Are you ready to discover the joy and rhythm of Tinikling, the famous national folk dance of the Philippines? We invite kids and teens to join our Tinikling Dance Workshop for Kids and Teens! What is Tinikling? Tinikling is a traditional Filipino dance that mimics the movement of the tikling birds as they dodge bamboo traps

Easter Sunday, known as the “Pasko ng Pagkabuhay” in the predominantly Catholic Philippines, is a joyful and spiritually significant day that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. As one of the most important days in the Christian calendar, it is observed with heartfelt devotion and vibrant festivities throughout the country. The day typically begins with

As the sun shines brighter and the days grow warmer, one thing is clear: summer is just around the corner. This season is not just a time for vacations and relaxation—it’s a time for vibrant celebrations, cultural expression, and community spirit in the Philippines. We are thrilled to announce that we’re gearing up for an

The Day of Valor, or Araw ng Kagitingan, is a national holiday in the Philippines celebrated every year on 9 April. It honors the heroism and sacrifices of Filipino and American soldiers who fought during World War II, particularly in the Battle of Bataan and the Bataan Death March. The Battle of Bataan, which took

The Yorkshire Filipino Group (YFG) Cultural Dance Troupe is gearing up for an exciting year ahead! With the support of Creative Hearts United, we recently held our first planning meeting with choreographers Tebs Licos, Revson Ignacio, Vhie Linford, Emma Chu, and Dolce Valencia to lay the groundwork for our 2025 performances. As we shape this