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Flavors, Fun, and Filipino Pride: Barrio Fiesta 2025 is Here!

(Joey Abad Santos and Ike Pahm)

Mabuhay, UPAA-W and Friends!

The U.P. Alumni Association of Wisconsin (UPAA-W) is excited to invite you to one of our most anticipated events of the year — the Barrio Fiesta Party 2025! Get ready for a joyful celebration filled with delicious Filipino food, laughter, music, and warm camaraderie!

📅 Event Details

🗓️ Date: Sunday, June 22, 2025
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: 8250 Fairmont Lane, Greendale, WI 53129


🍽️ A Culinary Showdown: Cooking Contest & Potluck!

This isn’t just any party — it’s a celebration of Filipino flavors and the amazing culinary talent within our community! We’re inviting all guests to bring their best Filipino dish or dessert to share.

Let us taste your heirloom recipe, your party favorite, or your creative twist on a Filipino classic. And don’t forget to tell us about your dish — where it comes from, why you love it, or what makes it special!

🏆 Yes, there will be prizes! Show off your cooking chops and maybe go home with a win!


🎈 What Are We Celebrating?

This Barrio Fiesta is extra special as we gather to celebrate:

  • All June Birthdays
  • Our FASO Guests
  • The Beautiful Wisconsin Summer
  • Amazing Food and Great Friendships
  • And… the Birthday of our UPAA-W President, Ito Conti! 🎂

Come for the food, stay for the fun, and enjoy this day with our vibrant and joyful UP community in Wisconsin.


💌 Let Us Know What You’re Bringing

Please reply to this invitation and let us know what dish or dessert you plan to bring. This helps us prepare and makes it even more exciting for everyone!

RSVP & Questions:
📧 Joey S. Abad Santos, UP BS ’86, MD ’91
✉️ dr******@***il.com
📞 (414) 736-3290

We can’t wait to see everyone — let’s make this fiesta unforgettable!
Tara na! Kain tayo, kwento tayo, at magsaya! 💃🕺

Ike

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