Minagof Nochebuena ~Felis Pasgua ~ Merry Christmas from around the Pacific!

Merry Christmas from around the Pacific!

~Minagof Nochebuena ~Felis Pasgua (Chamorro)
~Maligayan Pasko (Tagalog)
~Peren en Krismas (Pohnpeian)
~Monono ilo raaneoan Nejin (Marshallese)
~Falang e Baynag (Yapese)
~Tok Tapeng (Kosraean)
~Ungil Kurismas (Palauan)
~Pwapwan Kirisimas (Chuukese)
~Mele Kalikimaka (Hawaiian)
~Ameseighil ubwutiiwel Layi Luugh me raagh fee (Carolinian)

PIBBA Guam Meeting - Dec. 23

Time: 2:00 p.m., School of Education, University of Guam. Rm. 203

PIBBA Guam-ILA Networking: December 2023 Guam Council ILA Newsletter

Click here to view the December 2023 Guam Council ILA newsletter.

Craig Santos Perez accepts 2023 National Book Award

Craig Santos Perez accepts 2023 National Book Award, Poetry for from unincorporated territory [åmot] 

Source:  https://youtu.be/SjdHuVL5vKk?si=vgrDkQErM8vBMjDX

Condolences for the Manglona and Taimanao Families

The PIBBA family extends its deepest condolences and sympathies to the family of Juan M. Manglona, brother of PIBBA Guam member, Senator Jovie Taimanao.  He will always be remembered. God Bless him and his family.  May he rest in peace.

Condolences for the Leon Guerrero and Paulino Families

The PIBBA family extends its deepest condolences and sympathies to the family of Mae Leon Guerrero Paulino, sister of PIBBA Guam VP Joey Leon Guerrero.  Mae passed away on November 10, 2023.  She will always be remembered. God Bless her and her family.  May she rest in peace.

PIBBA Guam-ILA Networking: ILA November Newsletter

Click here to view the November 2023 Guam Council ILA newsletter.

PIBBA Meeting - November 11

Join us for our upcoming PIBBA meeting on November 11, 2023 from 1-3 p.m. at the Barrigada Mayor's Community Center.

UOG Press October • Oktubre Newsletter

 

Join us for the launch of our Kantan CHamoru Children's Book Series!  “These books reintroduce long beloved songs to young readers, but they also introduce them to new musical voices who are carrying on the tradition. The Kantan CHamoru book series celebrates the musical tradition in CHamoru culture. The lyrics in each poem or song reflect key values for the community, such as the importance of respecting elders, perpetuating cultural practices, and expressing pride in one’s heritage.” – Kiana Brown, Project Manager   Pre-Order Now for $12 2023 Association of University Presses Directors Residency Report: Victoria-Lola Leon Guerrero, University of Guam Press, reports on visiting five presses UOG Press Director of Publishing Victoria-Lola Leon Guerrero spent the beginning of May visiting university presses on the U.S. East Coast and learning from their directors and teams as part of a press director's residency program organized by the Association of University Presses. She learned a variety of approaches to academic publishing including editorial, production, marketing, and business strategies and is excited to apply this expanded knowledge at UOG Press.    Leon Guerrero visited Princeton University Press and Rutgers University Press in New Jersey and New York University Press and Fordham University Press in New York City. She also had meetings with the directors of Temple University Press, University of Pennsylvania Press, Oxford University Press, and Columbia University Press. She ended her trip at Brown University in Rhode Island, where she learned about their exciting and innovative digital publications program.  Read the full article here! Finu’ Chamorro for Beginners by Faye Untalan Pre-Order Now for $45

Publish your writing with Songsong Stories!   What can you submit? You can submit poetry, prose, or an excerpt of a larger piece along with a short bio. You may also include a photo or artwork to accompany the publication.   All pieces published in Songsong stories will also be lined up for publication in PDN's Lifestyle section or Pika magazine.   Word limit is 600-800 words for PDN. There is no word limit for Songsong stories, but most blog pieces range between 1,600 - 1,900 words.   Your Songsong Stories submission will be edited prior and sent back to you for your final review/approval.   Where do you submit? uogpress@triton.uog.edu   When can you submit? Submissions are open year-round. View Songsong Stories Follow UOG Press on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter at @UOGPress for updates and exciting news regarding our latest publicatins, Youth Empowerment Grant initiatives, upcoming art and writing workshops, and more!

Ekungok, Cho'gue yan Fatta Mini-Workshops - Malesso' and Humatak - September 23

 

Condolences for the Naputi Family

Jesus Chargualaf Naputi

January 1, 1940 - August 29, 2023

The PIBBA family extends its deepest condolences and sympathies to the family of Jesus "Chu" Chargualaf Naputi, husband of PIBBA Guam member Florence "Flo" Naputi and uncle of PIBBA webmaster, Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera.  Chu left this Earth on August 29, 2023 at the age of 83.

Mass of Intention is being offered at 6 p.m. at Saint Joseph Catholic Church, Inalåhan. Last respects will be held from 9 a.m.-noon on September 15, 2023 at Saint Joseph Catholic Church.  Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1 p.m. followed by interment at the Guam Memorial Park, Leyang, Barrigada.  He will always be remembered. God Bless him and his family.  May he rest in peace.

PIBBA Guam/ILA Networking: September ILA Newsletter

Click here to view the September 2023 Guam Council ILA newsletter.

Ekungok, Cho'gue yan Fatta Mini-Workshops - Dèdidu and Yigu - September 2

 

Condolences for the Salas and Palomo Families

Kenneth Garcia Salas

July 9, 1966 - August 25, 2023

The PIBBA family extends its deepest condolences and sympathies to the families of Kenneth "Ken" Garcia Salas, brother of PIBBA Guam President Rosa Salas Palomo and PIBBA Guam member Barbara Marie Salas Benavente.  Ken left this Earth on August 25, 2023 at 9:15 p.m.  He was 57 years old.  

Ken will come out Saturday, Sept 9, 2023. Viewing will be at San Vicente-San Roke Church in Barigåda from 9 -11:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial is at 12 noon.  He will always be remembered. God Bless him and his family.  May he rest in peace.

Ekungok, Cho'gue yan Fatta Mini-Workshops - Sinahanña and Tutuhan - August 19

 

PIBBA Meeting - Aug. 11

 Venue:  Three Square, Tamuning

PIBBA Webmaster Dr. Rivera receives her third doctorate degree

Congratulations to PIBBA Webmaster Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera for receiving her Ph.D. in Educational Management from Philippine Women's University!  Bravo Zulu, Dr. Rivera!

Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera smiles as she receives her doctoral diploma.  This is her third and final doctoral journey.  Pictured L-R:  PWU President Marco M. Benitez, Rivera, and Board of Regents Member.

PIBBA Guam-ILA Networking: March 2023 Guam Council ILA Newsletter

Click here to view the March 2023 Guam Council ILA newsletter.         

Silabrasion Gupot CHamoru 2023

 

Ekungok, Cho'gue yan Fatta Mini-Workshops - MANGILAO, ORDOT-CHALAN PAGU - March 4

 

Join us for our D204 Lions Clubs CHamoru Saturday Story Hour - March 4

Register at https://bit.ly/lionsclubreading We look forward to seeing you there! 🦁🌴📚😀

PIBBA Guam-ILA Networking: February 2023 Guam Council ILA Newsletter

Click here to view the February 2023 Guam Council ILA newsletter.         

2023 "Ti Atrasåsao!" Dinanña’ Put i Fino’ Taotao Tåno’ - Feb. 10 & 11

The 2023 "Ti Atrasåsao!" Dinanña’ Put i Fino’ Taotao Tåno’ ("It's Never Too Late!" Indigenous Language Summit) is scheduled for Fibreru/February 10-11, 2023 from 8:00-5:30pm on both days. 





Field trip registrants will be transported to P. C. Lujan Elementary School to observe Chief Hurao Language Academy and Faneyåkan Sinipok classrooms.

FIELD TRIP SCHEDULE:
Day 1, 10:00AM Hinanao para Faneyåkan Sinipok Siha (Atgon Unu) Group 1
Day 1, 12:00PM Hinanao para Faneyåkan Sinipok Siha (Atgon Dos) Group 2



All questions related to the event can be answered via phone at (671) 475-0139 or via email at kumisionchamoru@gmail.com.

Register now for the 2023 "Ti Atrasåsao!" Dinanña’ Put i Fino’ Taotao Tåno’ at  https://kumisionchamoru.guam.gov/h%C3%A5fa-gu%C3%A1guaha-announcements 

PIBBA Guam-ILA Networking: January 2023 Guam Council ILA Newsletter

Click here to view the January 2023 Guam Council ILA newsletter.