Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 11, Number 3, 1 March 1994 — He mau hanana [ARTICLE]

He mau hanana

A calendar of events

March through Mav 8 Greenhouse Earth, Bishop Museum exhibit exploring the possibility of global warming and what Earthlings ean do about it, featuring participatory activities, interactive videos and eomputers, live demonstrations and theater. Daily from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission free with regular museum admission, $7.95 for adults, $6.95 for children 6-17 years, seniors and military. Keiki under 6 and museum members free. A special planetarium show, "Atmospheres," runs concurrently, daily at 2 p.m. and Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. Day shows included in museum admission; evening shows cost $3.50. Call 847-35 1 1 .

1,8, 15 Hawaiian Music, Yesterday and Todav, Kapi'olani Community College class covering Hawaiian music from aneiem chants to controversial new trends, by lecturer Jay Junker. Tuesdays 7 - 8:30 p.m.. KCC Olonā 105, $30. For more information and to register, eall 734-921 1. 3 "Hawaiian Protocol," lecture by kumu hula John Lake. part of Kamehameha Schools' free Haw aiian culture lecture series, 7 - 8:30 p.m., Kaumakapili Church, 766 N. King St. in Honolulu. Repeats March 1 1 from 10 - 1 1:30 a.m. at Lunalilo Home, 501 Kekāuluohi St. Call 842-8279 or 8428297. 5 Hawaiian Language - Its Direction in our Community. public meettng presented by the Offtce of Hawaiian Affairs in preparation for Hawaiian language conference to be held by OHA this spring. Anyone with any interest īn 'ōlelo Hawai'i is invited to participate. 9 a.m.. Windward Community College's W'aipā Lounge. 45-720 Kea'ahala Road in Kāne'ohe. Call 594-1953.

5 Makapu'u Hike with Frank Conkey of the Hawai'i Nature Center. Fantastic views. tide pools, blow holes, whales (hopefully), and a history of the lighthouse and the point. Moderate, 4 miles/4 hours. $3 for members, $5 for non-mentbers. Reservations required. Call 955-0100. 6 Bishop Museum Family Sunday in conjunction with the O'ahu District Council of the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs' Hō'ike'ike 1994. The theme of the Hō'ike'ike is "Ku'u Hae Hawai'i (My Hawaiian Flag)." Entertainment by Pandanus Club. Kawai Cockett and the Lei Kukui Serenaders. and several hālau hula. Also activities. food and pri/.es. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free. Call 847-35 1 1 . 9 Flaking Out on the Top of the VVorld: The Mauna Kea Adze Quarry, part of Kapi'olani Community College's non-credit leeture series on anthropology and archeology of Hawai'i and the Pacific. When measured from its base on the sea floor, Mauna Kea is the highest mountain in the world. Just below its summit is the largest adze quarry in ihe Pacific, whieh was utilized by

Hawaiians for centuries. How did Hawaiians work, live, and survive in this cold and hostile environment? Patrick C. McCoy, Ph.D. discusses the quarry in a slide and lecture presentation. Fee. For registration and information, eall 734-921 1. 9 Hawaiian Forest Plants, illustrated Hawai'i Nature Center lecture by Dr. Mark Merlin with book signing to follow. $3 for members, $5 for nonmembers. Reservations required. Call 955-0100. A hike with Merlin along Wa'ahila Ridge on Saturday, March 12 is offered in conjunction.

11 "Hawaiian Quilt Making," lecture by Althea Serrao, part of Kamehameha Schools' free Hawaiian culture lecture series. Serrao will present stories on quilting techniques and designs by kūpuna, and her husband John Serrao will share his knowledge of the spirituality of the designs and patterns. 7 - 8:30 p.m„ Ben Parker Elementary School Cafetorium. 45259 Waikalua Rd. in Kāne'ohe. Call 842-8279 or 842-8297. 11 "Duke Kahanamoku vs. the Surfnappers," leading American playwright Eric Overmyer's whimsieal fantasy taking the audience into an imaginative world where Duke helps two young people find the stolen Hawaiian surf, presented by the Honolulu Theatre for Youth at the University of Hawai'i-Hilo Theatre. $9 for adults. $7.50 for teens, $5 for keiki (ages 4-12) and kūpuna over 60. For reservations and information. eall 839-9885. Repeats on March 19 at H.O.V.E.C.A. in Ka'ū.

12 Hawaiian Family afFAIR, day of fun and information revolving around Hawaiian family values, featuring booths providing information in support of education and social wellbeing, also entertainment, Hawaiian games. Hawaiian crafts demonstration, talent show, more. Presented by Nā Pua No'eau, the Center for Gifted and Talented Native Hawaiian Children based at the University of Hawai'i-Hilo. Free and open to the public, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the UHH Campus Library and Campus Center. Call 933-3678. 12 An Evening of Harmony with Mākaha Sons, No Ka Liko, and the Hawai'i Youth Opera Chorus, performing as part of the Hawai'i Public Radio's Nā Mele 'o Hawai'i concert series, 8 p.m. at the Honolulu Academy of Arts Theatre, 900 S. Beretania St. $10 tickets available at Hawai'i Public Radio (738 Kāheka St.) and the Academy. Call 955-8821. 18 Prince Kūhiō Essay and Song Contest, featuring the reading and performance of essays and songs about living on the homestead, Prince Kūhiō, and Nānākuli, designed to promote pride among haumana in the Nānākuli community and honor Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana'ole. founder of the Hawaiian hornestead program. 6 - 9 p.m., Nānāikapono Elementary School cafeteria, 89-195 Farrington Highway. Contest entry deadline is March 1 1 . Organized by

'Aha Haku Mele O Maunakea. For entry forms or more information, eall 621-7573, 668-2333, or 668-1965. 18 Kamehameha Schools Song Competition, grades 9-12 compete as classes with songs playing on the theme "Ka Lei," different types of lei as they relate to individuals, sweethearts and precious family members. Neal Blaisdell Center Arena, 7:30 p.m., all tickets given to students and faculty. Also televised live on KHONTV2 starting at 7 p.m. Call 842-8873.

18-19 Dances We Dance 30th anniversary modern dance spring concert, featuring island dancers Betty Jones, Fritz Ludin, Peter Rockford-Espiritu, Karen Sarsona, Holly Chung, Megan MacArthur and Kakuti Davis. Highlight is a work specially created for the company's 30th anniversary by Martha Wittman, head of the Bennington College, Vermont dance department. Bakken Auditorium. Mid-Pacific Institute, 8 p.m. Tickets $12, seniors/students $10, children $6. 19 Hawaiian Language - Its Direction in our Community, public meeting presented by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs in preparation for Hawaiian language conference to be held by OHA this spring. Anyone with any interest in 'ōlelo Hawai'i is invited to participate. 9 a.m.. Nānāikapono Elementary School Cafeteria. 89-195 Farringion Hwy. C.ill 594-1953.

19 Archeology of Makiki hike and leeture with Ihe Hawai'i Nature Center's Martha Yent. After a brief but informative slide/lecture presentation, venture into Makiki valley to explore hidden archeological sites "Easy but brushy." 2 miles/3 hours. $3 for members. $5 for non-metnbers. Reservations required. Call 955-0100. 19 Masters of Slack Key, Raymond Kāne. Led Ka'apana, Cyril Pahinui, Pekelo, Haunani Apoliona with Haunani Bernardino and Aaron Mahi, performing as part of the Hawai'i Public Radio's Nā Mele 'o Hawai'i concert series, 8 p.m. at the Honolulu Academy of Arts Theatre, 900 S. Beretania St. $10 tickets available at Hawai'i Public Radio (738 Kāheka St.) and the Academy. Call 955-8821. 22 "20th Century Fishing," lecture by Louis Agard, part ot" Kamehameha Schools' free Hawaiian culture lecture series. Agard is a loeal and intemational fish broker who has been actively engaged in fishing for more than 30 years. His talk will touch on how changes in the environment and man's activities have affected fishing in Hawai'i, today's fishing industry, and how new technology may shape fishing in the future. 6 - 7:30 in the Pacific Room of the Hawai'i Maritime Center, Pier 7, Honolulu Harbor. Participants are also invited on a field trip from 6-8 a.m. March 26. Call 842-8279 or 842-8297. 26 Palm Frond Weaving with the Hawai'i Nature Center's Wendy Arbeit. Participants age 12 and older ean learn how to weave lau niu into

simple animals. $3 for members, $5 for non-members. Reservations required. Call 955-0100. 26 Holokū Ball, event sponsored by Hawaiian Civic Club of Honolulu to raise scholarship funds for students of Hawaiian ancestry, showcasing gowns past and present. Featuring a mini-fair and silent auction and entertainment by Mahi Beamer, Kealoha Kalama and the Kolohe Hawaiian Style Musicians. $65 tickets ean be ordered through the mail by sending a eheek payable to the Hawaiian Civic Club of Honolulu, P.O. Box 1513, Honolulu, H1 96806. Call Luana Sala at 5236280

26 Prince Kūhiō Day Celebration at Waimānalo Beach Park, featuring the Aloha Pumehana O Polynesia Revue, crafts, hula, guest speakers, a Hawaiian plate luneh, and entertainers who have contributed mueh to their homestead communities. including Aunty Genoa Keawe, Olomana, Ainsley Halemano Trip, Clyde Lono Trio, 3 Scoops of Aloha, Bill Kaiwa, Anuhea, the Pahinui Brothers, and Pekelo. Starts at 9:30 a.m. Free. Presented by Waimānalo Hawaiian Homes Association. Call 259-7602. 26 Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana'ole

123rd Birthday Celebration begin- , ning with a memorial and ho'okupu service at 9 a.m., and including eon- , tinuous entertainment, silent auction, food, arts and crafts, an educational tent, and announcement of trivia and essay contest winners. Paukūkalo Hawaiian Homes Park, Maui. Presented by Maui Island Ahupua'a. 26 Taro Patch Party with the Hawai'i Nature Center. Get muddy and experienee how the lo'i kalo feels. Learn about kalo and its importance in Hawaiian culture. $3 for members, $5 for non-members. Reservations required. Call 955-0100.

27 Hulihe'e Palaee Band Concert honoring Queen Ka'ahumanu, 4 p.m. on the Palace's oeean lānai, KailuaKona. Free. Presented by Daughters of Hawai'i. Call 326-5634. April 1-3 7th Annual Hawaiian ArcheoIogy Conference, sharing information on Hawaiian and Pacific archeology among archeologists and with the community. University of Hawai'i-Hilo. Call 847-8279.