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September 2023 by Melvin D.
The Filipino Community Center is a gem in the Waipahu community. It is a place where people of all ages can come together to celebrate Filipino culture, learn about Filipino history, and participate in a variety of activities. The center has a beautiful ballroom that is perfect for weddings, banquets, and other special events. It also has a library, a computer lab, a fitness center, and a game room. There are also classrooms where classes on Filipino language, culture, and history are offered. The staff at the Filipino Community Center are friendly and welcoming. They are always happy to help people find the information or resources they need. The center is also very affordable, making it a great place for families and individuals to get involved in the community. I highly recommend the Filipino Community Center to anyone who is interested in learning more about Filipino culture or who is looking for a place to get involved in the community.
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May 2023 by Api Anne B.
A wonderful time at the Filipino Community Center Spring Event .......on Saturday May7, 2023!! Amazing Food trucks and tents....various crafters....informational booths....games....songs, entertainment..and the highlight was a beautiful sunny day filled with families enjoying themselves!!!..... Note: I left home at 12:30 pm....n should've left earlier...the event started at 10:00 am....so parking was full...although there were lots of side streets to park...non the less i noticed a bunch of people leaving ...walking near I side street...luckily I was blessed to have them leave right where we were searching!!..... There were med to long lines at the food booths...all of them looked yummy...I wanted seafood ....so there was the Kealoha Seafood booth....my choice was "Da Best" Ahi Katsu n Poke plate(ahi was fresh).....also chose a smaller plate " Shrimp Tempura and Noodles" gotta tell you...it was Blazing Ono...I'll be following them on Instagram so I can have those plates again!! *the cashier was awesome too! We also checked out the new Kaiser Permanente Health Mobile....awesome staff! Beautiful brand new Health Mobile!! Aloha Kaiser Permanente!! Thank you n Mahalo Filcomhi for creating this wonderful family event!!
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April 2021 by Stevi P.
Lots of parking available at the filipino community center. They have doctors offices on the bottom and a hall at the top. You can also rent the hall for parties.
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January 2019 by Jessica R.
This is a good, decent sized hall. you may throw parties here or events to your liking. the hall can fit around 300 people i believe or something around that number lol they have AC and it is carpeted. very neat & well put together. parking is right outside the building and they also have an extra space outside of the area also where there's extra tables and stuff to hang around. Idk how much it costs but feel free to call them, they will def answer your question :)
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October 2018 by JanelleNbranden V.
David Webb from Bamboo Catering (approved caterer with Filipino Community Center) is friendly and very knowledgeable. He makes you feel at ease and will patiently answer all of your questions!
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July 2018 by Wanda E.
I love the Fil Com Center. The food is always super good. The facility is clean and the staff friendly and always willing to assist in whatever you need. The banquet manager (I think that's who he is) tall haole guy is kinda uptight. But ah no big deal.
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January 2018 by Bert S.
Wow! Impressive venue. I've passed this place dozens of times but last night was the first time I attended an event. First off, there was ample free parking for our group of over 300 people. I live in town and hate having to pay for parking in Waikiki for big parties. Also, there is a lot less traffic out here so it is easy to get to. This was for a late "holiday" party because we did not book timely enough to have one before January 1st. The courtyard was a welcoming entrance and set the mood for our event. The staff was attentive and had our food set out on time and was quick to remove used plates and glasses. The bathrooms were impeccably clean. This is a dull review, but that is the point. We booked a party and everything went off without a hitch. We'll be back here again!
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December 2017 by Daryl B.
Definitely wouldn't want to rent from them anymore or recommend them to anyone. Rates keep going up monthly and they don't set it up. They make you set up the room. Found a much better venue that is bigger and cheaper and the people running things are honest and are there to help.
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August 2017 by Christopher W.
It was a very expensive rental and not worth it. The venue wasn't ready when we had arrived to the venue so we were sweating before AC was finally turned on. Bathrooms were locked. Place wasn't clean as well. They charge so much but they don't do anything. It wasn't set up and they had us break things down. Then they try to charge you for extra stuff. Deposit also took long to be returned. Won't be renting this place ever again or recommending it to anyone anytime soon. Save your money and go elsewhere.
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November 2016 by rachelle t.
Just went to a beautiful wedding at this location. Nice ambience and great customer service. Food was great. Perfect indoor and outdoor space for special occasions
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December 2015 by Ben J.
Such a great venue for parties, dances, events, etc. However I'm not to sure about the catering part, seems a bit complicated. I've been here several times, and haven't really gotten a chance to check in and write a review until now! Located right in the heart of Waipahu, the Filipino Community Center truly shows the community of Waipahu (at least most of it). A lot of events have taken place here, from college events, to high school performances. I personally feel like the decor could use a more lively aspect to it, however despite it being a community center, its decor brings us to some sort of spanish influenced town. The parking can be a little tricky for some people, since right behind it is another parking lot for YMCA. The FILCOM has two levels, the top floor is some offices and two ballrooms, that can be cut down the middle to separate them. They have a huge patio with tables along the sides, a small fountain, and in the center is a stage. Of all the times i've been here I have yet to be disappointed with the venue in its self. However I would wish for it to have more life to it, more color please!!!
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December 2015 by Jeana P.
The day I had to attend class for my current workplace I originally thought it was going to be held at the Waipahu Civic Center until I called my manager and she informed me that the class was held at the Filipino Community Center. I walked it from the Waipahu Civic Center to the Filipino Community Center. When I arrived at the FilCom Center all I seen were offices on the ground floor and the elevator going to the second floor. I was not informed what room number the class will be in so I called my manager again and she said "When you enter the villa from the parking lot the conference room will be the first room on your left hand side. You will see all the employees in their uniforms.". I'm getting my exercise done for the day...I had to walk all the way around until I see the parking lot. I enter the villa for the first time and noticed how spacious and beautiful with the water fountain near by. I seen tables and chairs along the left and right side of the villa. There was the vending machines for snacks and drinks for individuals who want to purchase. I noticed that the second level also had the conference rooms and the restrooms for the men and women. I walked into the assigned conference room for the class and noticed how spacious the conference room is and beautiful rugs. There were several rows of chairs set up for the employees to sit down plus the projector and overhead screen. I quickly scanned the room to see my fellow co-workers and spotted one of the corporate office employees so I can sign in for class. Employees who showed up for class had to listen to the changes of the benefits that the company has to offer. Medical benefits, dental benefits, 401k investments, life insurance, as well as the number of sick leaves and vacation time an employee is allowed to take during the calendar year. After getting all the information of changes to the benefits then it was class time. The class was on how to recognize harassment whether it be verbal or sexual. There was a test on the harassment with 10 questions. Individuals who pass with 80% or better are allowed to continue working for the company. Those who fail would have to retake the class and pass the test. The company now has zero tolerance on harassment in the workplace. The Filipino Community Center conference rooms are not only a place to hold meetings but it is also a place where individuals can hold first birthday parties, retirement parties, wedding receptions, as well as get togethers for the holidays. So if you have an upcoming event that's in the works the Filipino Community Center will be the right place for you depending on how many individuals are attending the event.
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March 2015 by Darin O.
Filipino Community Center We had a VFW in Chicago where I used to grow up. Super fond memories- like when there was a Santa before the malls even started having Santa, and since it was cold they would give free hot cocoa and big peppermint sticks and it was really a community neighborhood gathering place for not only Christmas but for even weddings for those on a really tight budget and a normal watering hole. Why do I bring this up? The Filipino Community Center fills that same void missing from corporate American culture. Where do you have the most memories from? Where do you have the most fond memories from? Is it from the mall cell phone shops or is it from a community meeting hall where some of the most earliest events took place that you can remember being a part of the community with? Weddings, birthdays, holidays..... those are the best kind of memoires where you have a sense of place and belonging - IMHO. I've had different meetings from grant writing workshops, to non-profit meetings to Church conferences to yes- big baby keiki birthday parties at the Filipino Community Center. People enjoy having great food, folks and fun and that place has an abundance of those for different events. It is far enough out of Honolulu but close enough for almost anyone on island to be able to attend an event. Parking and location are easy enough to get. It really is a good location for a central meeting place here on Oahu. And the facilities are nice.
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February 2015 by Carla J.
If you want everything to go right at your party, the Filcom is the venue. We celebrated my mom's 80th last week with almost 200 guests. The food was presented so elegantly and tasted amazing. The prime rib was cooked to perfection. My Executive Chef brother even gave his stamp of approval. David Webb of Creations in Catering made sure everything was perfect and accommodated all of our needs. He was wonderful to work with and coordinated our party with the utmost professionalism!
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April 2012 by John K.
I came here for an MMA event and it was good. There is enough space, some chairs (you have to come early or be VIP or else you have to stand). There are good bathrooms and security. Unfortunately you have to eat outside and no alcohol. Parking is small, but you can park in the ymca and shopping center north of the center for mma events (other events and hours maybe not). You can pretty much park on the street and walk there since it's by a residential area. I'll definitely be back for the next mma event. Don't think about causing trouble here because there are plenty of bored cops outside.