Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines

KREW Says: An Unexpected Flower Chase

This month’s Krew Says, Roxanne shares her ‘flower’ adventure in Korea. From catching the cherry blossoms to chasing a flower festival after another.

Read more about her experience here: bit.ly/KREWSays_AnUnexpectedFlowerChase

📢 LOST & FOUND ANNOUNCEMENT

A cellphone and two IDs were found during the 2026 Korea Festival in Baguio!

If these items belong to you, please proceed to the CSR Office located at the Lower Basement of SM City Baguio to verify and claim them.

Please bring proof of ownership upon claiming. Thank you! 😊

💨 🏃‍➡️ A Life Lived in Motion

The May issue is themed in sports. The cover features baseball, a symbol of Korea’s uniquely dynamic sports culture.

📖 Read the latest issue here: https://www.korean-culture.org/eng/webzine/202605/index.html

Check out the article featuring KCC Philippines and check the upcoming events of the center!

It's the LOVE shot! 📸❤️

From fun-filled booths and exciting activities to amazing performances and unforgettable moments, thank you for celebrating with us at the 2026 Korea Festival in Baguio! 🇰🇷🌲🍓

Here are some of our favorite moments from this incredible K-Culture weekend! What's yours?

The Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines was recognized last Friday, May 8, at the DepEd Partners' Appreciation Ceremony.

Original Post from the Department of Education's page:

"Pagkilala at pasasalamat sa ating mga katuwang sa edukasyon!

Kinilala ng Department of Education (DepEd), sa pangunguna ni Education Secretary Sonny Angara, ang mahalagang suporta at kontribusyon ng mga partner mula sa pampubliko at pribadong sektor sa ginanap na DepEd Partners’ Appreciation Ceremony ngayong araw.

Sa kanyang mensahe, binigyang-diin ni Sec. Angara ang malaking ambag ng bawat programa, inisyatiba, at tulong mula sa mga education partners sa pagpapabuti ng mga paaralan at sa paghubog ng mas magandang kinabukasan para sa mga mag-aaral.

Kabilang sa mga kinilala ng DepEd ang longest-serving partners, government partners, diplomatic embassies, international organizations, cultural and language institutions, research centers, at mga pribadong kumpanya na patuloy na nakikiisa para sa pagsasakatuparan ng mga reporma sa edukasyon.

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Pagkilala at pasasalamat sa ating mga katuwang sa edukasyon!

Kinilala ng Department of Education (DepEd), sa pangunguna ni Education Secretary Sonny Angara, ang mahalagang suporta at kontribusyon ng mga partner mula sa pampubliko at pribadong sektor sa ginanap na DepEd Partners’ Appreciation Ceremony ngayong araw.

Sa kanyang mensahe, binigyang-diin ni Sec. Angara ang malaking ambag ng bawat programa, inisyatiba, at tulong mula sa mga education partners sa pagpapabuti ng mga paaralan at sa paghubog ng mas magandang kinabukasan para sa mga mag-aaral.

Kabilang sa mga kinilala ng DepEd ang longest-serving partners, government partners, diplomatic embassies, international organizations, cultural and language institutions, research centers, at mga pribadong kumpanya na patuloy na nakikiisa para sa pagsasakatuparan ng mga reporma sa edukasyon.

Book of the Month! 👀

“Hunger” by Choi Jinyoung is this month’s feature!

📖 About the Book: On an ordinary afternoon, a woman finds her soulmate dead in the street. She cradles the body to her chest and carries it home, where she disinfects every inch before beginning her macabre task.

As the man witnesses his own interment from beyond, their two voices – living and dead – tell of a country where the rich feast and the poor starve. But this woman is no longer willing to bow before law, money, or God.

“Hunger” is available now at the KCC Library. Drop by for a ‘scary’ read! 🖤

One, two, three, countdown~! ⭐

Here’s your D-1 guide to exploring our K-Culture paradise at SM City Baguio this May 9 to 10, 2026. 🧭

📅 May 9-10, 2026 | 12:00 - 20:00
📍 SM City Baguio
🎟 FREE & OPEN TO ALL!

Don’t miss the exciting activities waiting for you at every booth, and who knows? You might just bring home fun gifts and prizes. 🎉🎈

🎫 Come through because this event is free and open for all. See you there!

Let me drop the 음악~! 🎤🎶

Experience amazing live performances from our talented performers at the 2026 Korea Festival in Baguio this May 9 to 10, 2026 at SM City Baguio! 🎡🎆

📅 May 9-10, 2026 | 12:00 - 20:00
📍 SM City Baguio
🎟 FREE & OPEN TO ALL!

🎫 Admission is free, so bring yourself, your chingus, and your family for an unforgettable K-Culture weekend in the City of Pines!

Calling all K-Food and Hallyu fans in Baguio! 🍓
Ever wanted to learn how to roll your own Gimbap?

Now is your chance because we are hosting a FREE Gimbap Making Experience at the heart of the 2026 Korea Festival Baguio.

🗓️ Event Details:
Dates: May 9, 2026 & May 10, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM (both days)
Venue: SM Baguio Rambakan Road, Stage Area (2026 Korea Festival Baguio)
Eligibility: Open to everyone!

📝 How to Join:
Register: Scan the QR code in the artcard above to sign up or visit https://forms.gle/uDEZKreNR1N7HrrGA
Deadline: Make sure to register by May 8, 2026, at 5:00 PM.

Be Early: Please note that slots are on a first-come, first-served basis.

Registering online helps us prepare, but it does not automatically secure your spot—so arrive early at the stage area!

Don't miss out on the chance to make (and eat!) some amazing Gimbap. Tag your "chingu" below and we’ll see you in Baguio! 🍓🇰🇷

Calling all K-Food and Hallyu fans in Baguio! 🍓
Ever wanted to learn how to roll your own Gimbap?

Now is your chance because we are hosting a FREE Gimbap Making Experience at the heart of the 2026 Korea Festival Baguio.

🗓️ Event Details:
Dates: May 9, 2026 & May 10, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM (both days)
Venue: SM Baguio Rambakan Road, Stage Area (2026 Korea Festival Baguio)
Eligibility: Open to everyone!

📝 How to Join:
Register: Scan the QR code in the artcard above to sign up or visit https://forms.gle/uDEZKreNR1N7HrrGA

Deadline: Make sure to register by May 8, 2026, at 5:00 PM.

Be Early: Please note that slots are on a first-come, first-served basis. Registering online helps us prepare, but it does not automatically secure your spot—so arrive early at the stage area!

Don't miss out on the chance to make (and eat!) some amazing Gimbap. Tag your "chingu" below and we’ll see you in Baguio! 🍓🇰🇷

Let's power up! 💪

Get ready for a full K-culture experience as we bring Korea Festival to life this May 9 and 10, 2026 at SM City Baguio! 🍓🌲💫

📅 May 9-10, 2026 | 12:00 - 20:00
📍 SM City Baguio
🎟 FREE & OPEN TO ALL!

Here's everything you can look forward to, from live cultural performances to exciting activities and an opening ceremony that you shouldn't miss! It’s a free and open for all nonstop celebration of music, culture, and unforgettable stage moments, so make sure to save the date and set your alarms~ 🎟️ 🎏

, and are our Book Club’s featured reads last month! 📚✨

Curious what our members think? Read their review of To the Moon by Jang Ryujin here: bit.ly/BookReview_ToTheMoon

🔖 Catch more bookish content every Saturday on our socials!

You can also explore our monthly picks and more at our library—open Mondays to Saturdays, 9AM to 4PM 📖

See you there!