Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 18, Number 11, 1 November 2001 — NOWEMAPA 2001 [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

NOWEMAPA 2001

Fri., Nov. 2 -Sun., Nov.1 1 — Hawai'i lnternational Film Festival Founded in 1981, the Hawai'i International Film Festival is the only statewide Film festival in the ,U.S., and specializes in films from Asia, the Pacific and North America. Film-makers, critics and film industry executives attend film premieres,seminars and workshops at over 26 festival sites statewide. For a full schedule and information, eall 528-FILM or log on to www.hiff.org. Sat., Nov. 3 — An Evening with Nona Beamer Kumu Hula Maile Loo, hānai daughter of the legendary educator and performer Auntie Nona Beamer, has organized this event

whieh brings their family and friends together for an unforgettable, onee in a lifetime evening of traditional song and dance. 7:30 p.m. Tickets $15. For information, eall the Honolulu Academy of Arts at 532-8700. SaL, Nov. 3-Sun., Nov. 1 1 — Kona Coffee Cultural Festival The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival celebrates 173 years of coffee harvest and a variety of eultural traditions. The 31st annual Kona Coffee Cultural Festival offers a variety of events including art exhibits, tastings, cupping competition, farm tours, sporting events, contests and parade. For information, eall 808-326-7820.

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Editor's note: Events ofinterest to the Hawaiian community ~ are ineluāeā in the calendar on a space-available basis, and do

not constitute endorsement or validation ofthe events or the

sponsors by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. Note that Hawai'i's areā code, 808, is only included in non-O'ahu phone numbers.

Sat., Nov. 3 — Ninth Annual Big lsland Taro Fest This is an exciting annual Hawaiian* cultural festival held at Honoka'a on the Hāmākua Coast to celebrate the many uses of taro, Hawaii's traditional staple food. Hawaiian music, hula and chant-ing, a silent auction, «>ntests, crafts, games, and the great taro toss. Taste Hawaiian treats such as lau lau, poi, kulolo, taro malasadas and more. Honoka'a County Gym, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information, eall 808-962-0704. Fri., Nov. 9-Sun., Nov.,1 1 — Hawai'i lnternational Film Festival on Kaua'i (See first calendar listing). For information, eall 808-245-8270

Fri., Nov. 9-Nov., 1 1 — Hawai'i

lnternational Film Festival on Maui |S§§j|

(See first ealendar listing). Maui Arts & Cultural Center. For information, eall 808-242-7469

Sun.,Nov 1 1 — Nā Lani 'Ehā Kumu Hula Leinā' - ala Heine and the Ladies of Nā Pualei , O Likolehua eelebrate their 26th \ ■ anniversary by pre- 1 senting their annual fund-raising concert honoring King David

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Kalākaua, Queen Lili'uokalani, Princess Likelike and Prince Leleiohōkū. Featuring performances of chant, dance and song by Hālau Nā Mamo O Pu'uanahulu, Hālau o ke 'A'ali'i Kū Makani, Hālau I Ka Wēkiu and an all-star-band featuring Robert Cazimero, Moon Kauakahi, Kala'i Stern Keao Costa and Glen Smith. 1 p.m. matinee, 5:30 p.m. evening show. Mamiya Theatre, St. Louis High ^ School. For information, eall 676-0056.

Sun., Nov. 1 1 — IZ Fest

The Braddah Iz Music Festival will celebrate the influences

and accomplishments of / Israel Kamaka-wiwo'ole /

īn island music. Performing are 3Plus, Amy Hānaiali'i, Barry Flanagan, Mel Amina, Ernie Cruz

Jr., Keahiwai and vL :» V * B more. 5 p.m. A-Maze %īl in Kapolei. $15. $17.50 ^6) at the door. Charge tickets online at www.ticketpulshawaii.com. For information, eall 593-8333.

Fri, Ncv. 1 6-Stn, Ncv. 1 8 —

King Kalākaua Hula Festival

This annual festival coordinated by hula master, George Nā'ope, honors King David Kalākaua and features hula performances by groups of many ages. For information, eall Bernie Nā'ope at 808-329-1532

Sun., Nov. 1 8 —

"Walk on the Wet Side"

Haleakalā National Park and the Nature Conservancy lead a 5-hour hike to a Hawaiian cloud forest at Waikamoi Preserve. Hike is moderately strenuous. Wear shoes with

\ good traction, and

\ bring sun screen,

rain gear, water, a snack and binoculars. Noon. Hosmer Grove. Haleakalā

National Park. Free, but vehicle ] entrance fee may be

charged. For informa- * tion, eall 808-572-4400. iSat., Nov. 24 — Nā Mele O

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Concert starts at 7:30 p.m. Honolulu Academy of Arts. Tickets are$15. For information, eall 808-532-8700. Sat, Nov 24-Sun., Nov. 25 —

Hāmākua Winter Holiday Arts Festival.

The third annual Winter Holiday Arts Festival will feature fine crafts by loeal artisans, demonstrations, music and door prizes. Crafts include quilting, decorated gourds, basketry, glass art, woodworking, pottery, and more. The Festival is held at Tex Drive In in Honoka'a,

and is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For information, eall 808-885-8633

Fri., Nov. 30- Sat., Dec. 1 — Kaua'i Museum Annual Christmas Craft Fair.

Annual Christmas craft fair at the Kaua'i Museum in Līhu'e. Friday 12 noon-8p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Lots of holiday bargains! for Information, eall the Kaua'i Museum 808-245-6931. ■

KVVO@3S®S Ka Wai Ola o OHA accepts information on special events throughout the islands that are of interest to the Hawaiian community. Fund-raisers, benefit concerts, cultural activities, sports events and the like are what we'd like to help you promote. Send information and color photos to Ka Wai Ola o OHA 711 Kapi'olani Blvd., Ste. 500 Honolulu, HI 96813-5249

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Kapono Beamer: "Pana Aloha" Vou'll fīnd some of the best slack-key gu'rtar anywhere on this CD with Beamer originals and such standards as "Pua Mae'ole" and "Kamalani o Keaukaha ' Produced by Beamer, Kimio lto and Eijl Muranaka .

Clay Mortensen: "Out of the Shadows" In this excellent self-pro-duced CD, Mortensen exhibits his sawy for contemporary pop with originals and such covers as "Sara Smile" and "Alone Again Naturally."

Tapuari'i: "Precious lsland" Born and raised in Tahiti, Tapuari'i aeknowledges both his Hawaiian and Tahitian families with originals and estabiished standards like Bobby Holcoms's "Porinetia."

Various Artists: "Hawaiian Style" Robi Kahakalau, Darrell Labrado, Moke Boy, Paka Smith, Vaihi, Ka'au Crater Boys and Kolea are among artists on this compilation release produced by Pati St. John for Neos Productions.

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