WAILUKU — To kick-off the Filipino American History Month celebration, the public is invited to attend and witness the raising of the Philippine National Flag on Friday, Oct. 1, at 11:30 a.m. in front of the Maui County Building.

Mayor Charmaine Tavares will read the proclamation designating October as Filipino American History Month. Philippine Consul General Leoncio Cardenas will attend the event. For information, contact C.J. Ancheta at 385-3571.