Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 15, Number 5, 1 May 1998 — Annexation commeration scheduled for Aug. 12 [ARTICLE]

Annexation commeration scheduled for Aug. 12

Under the banner of "Hawai'i Loa Kū Like Kākou" (all Hawai'i, stand together), a committee comprised of more than thirty individuals and organizations, has begun planning a series of commemorative events scheduled for Wed., Aug. 12, 1998. Mel Kalāhiki of the Council of Hawaiian Organizations (COHO) spearheaded the group whieh began meeting in January to discuss a plan of action. "At this point, we are urging the community to mark your calendars for Aug. 12, and anticipate more detailed information as the program is developed. We know that the day's events will begin at Mauna'ala (the Royal Mausoleum) at 7

a.m., and will continue with a march from Mauna'ala to Washington Plaee, Queen Lili'uokalani's home, where she remained with family and supporters during the actual annexation ceremony. Ceremonies and events will occur throughout the day on the grounds of 'lolani Palaee," Kalāhiki said. For information on how you ean make a tax deductible donation to Hawai'i Loa Kū Like Kākou, contact Lynette Cruz at 734-8269. If you would hke to participate in the planning process, serve as a volunteer or would like additional information, eall Mel Kalāhiki at 235-2727. More information is available on the website at http://www.Geocities.com/Rainforest/Canopy/3612. The email addresses are unclemel@geocities.com, and unelemel @ mailcity.com. ■ — PIO stajf I