The Parol brought back childhood memories and traditions

For Filipino-Australian Sharon Miguel-Cranston, learning how to make the Parol brought back memories from her childhood in the Philippines.

The Filipino Australian Friendship Association of Geelong Inc held a parol making workshop during Deakin University's Diversity Night, Geelong and will be leading another workshop at The National Wool Museum in Geelong December 10&11 (Saturday and Sunday) Credit: The Filipino Australian Friendship Association of Geelong Inc

Key Points

• The Filipino Australian Friendship Association of Geelong Inc led 'parol making' working in Geelong
• The workshop wanted to share 'parol making' ideas to Filipino-Australians and friends from other communities
• The next workshop is open to everyone in Geelong

"Growing up in Australia, it was my first experience in making a parol. That experience brought back so many things from the past. I was able to look back and remember what I can truly say is mine, the past that is a huge part of my identity, of who I am," shares Sharon Miguel-Cranston.

LISTEN TO

Amang namayapa, binuhay ang alaala sa paggawa ng parol ngayong Pasko

SBS Filipino

05:23Filipino

LISTEN TO

Mga Pinoy sa Sydney ipinamalas ang tunay na diwa ng Pasko sa mga kababayan na nangangailangan sa Pampanga

SBS Filipino

06:11Filipino