Filipino Community Center

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 décor could use a more lively aspect to it, however despite it being a community center, its décor 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!!!

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.

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.

If you want everything to go right at your party, the Filcom is the venue. We celebrated my mom’s 80^th 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!

As a Filipino-​American born and raised in this island paradise, it was easy to remain acclimated to American culture. Since my parents and aunts and uncles helped with the planning, funding, and inauguration of the Filipino Community Center in Waipahu, I have seen the birth of the idea to the actual facility brought to life by hardworking people. It now is mainly used for banquet like functions and also attends to the few businesses like medical offices. The Consulate, located in Nuuanu, would also use the facility to help Filipinos on the west side of the island with passport or immigration papers help. On occasion, there are great cultural ceremonies and programs that take place here.
For the past two summers, I have participated and volunteered as a «big sister» for a program called «Filpino For Kids» (Fil4Kids) at the Filipino Community Center. It is a great space to hold it, and although we were not able to have a set space, the center has allowed the program to function to the best of its ability.
Through events and programs like this, I hope to see the center expand its limits as intended in its original plan.
Overall, the Filipino Community Center has ample space for events, functions, and multiple uses along with parking. I do hope to see the use of the center increase.
Mabuhay!

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.

«Tuloy po kayo!» The Filipino community center is Oahus premier Filipino American gathering place. During the day time, this is a very welcoming place. If you are just cruising around Waipahu and want to go to a place to chill and hang out or perhaps look at some nice architecture, this is the spot. The FilCom is primarily know for people to book the facilities that it had here where to hold just about any type of event. The most common booked facility is the ballroom of course. I have been coming to this venue ever since 2004 when I started involved in the Filipino community. I have come here with multiple identities; as an organizer, guest, visitor, perfomer, etc. The FilCom courtyard area is really nice but it can get really hot and bright during a sunny day so make sure to watch out for that. There are a number of table and seating areas surrounding the courtyard. If you ever need to find out whatever is happening in the Filipino community, this is the place. Sometimes I feel that not too many local Filipino Americans take advantage of this place. Anyways, the staff here are wonderful and they are sure to answer any question that you may have whether it’s wanting to book a facility for an event or finding out what’s the next big event at the FilCom. Aside from your typical private events like birthdays and weddings, the FilCom does host their own events organized from different community members like Ballroom dancing, Zumba, citizenship classes, computer classes, and many more.

If you are looking for ballroom dancing classes, don’t miss this place. The Filcom Center offers classes for a wide variety of dances like the waltz, rhumba, samba, tango… among others. Classes are held every Tuesday night.
Whether trying to learn for the first time or just simply need a refresher like I am, they offer classes for both.
On top of it all, the instructors are very dedicated and they do go out of their way to help struggling students. The tuition is reasonable too.

Ugh, just when it had to be a party for my sister EVERYTHING goes bad & NOT on schedule! With all the other functions my Fam. & I have been to, they were splendid… so why were things ruined? I wanted everything to be perfect for my sister! It was her Debut & Graduation Party! No Manager of the facility was around at all, no help whatsoever!!! It was frustrating, hella’ frustrating! I mean, with all the questions we had of things that went wrong, no help was given!!! Like why? You know nothing about this damn place & you ‘MANAGE’ it? Pathetic. NEVER AGAIN are we having a party here, nor will I recommend it to anyone, even though they still to choose to do so. Such a waste of time & hella’ money.
I’m glad my sister had her fun though, I mean it was her party & she didn’t have to worry about a thing, just to go w/​whatever flowed through schedule. My Mom & I were stressed from beginning to end! We’re even STILL disappointed til’ this day. My sister’s party was help on Aug. 01, 2010.
Mhm.

Textbook example of planning for the community. The design, location and the functions at this event hall all reflect what the community needs.
I have been here for several community events over the holidays, and each time, I felt as welcomed as being in a friend’s home yet elevated by the elegance of the venue.
Many of the details, including designing for the slight slope of the hill, suggest that it was a collaborative effort that examined every detail, from the open courtyard to the numerous stalls in the bathrooms.