Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 20, Number 9, 1 September 2003 — Kepakemapa [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

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_ Events ofinterest to the Hawaiian community are ineluāeā in the calendar on a space-avaūable basis, anā do not constitute endorsement or vcdidation of the events or the sponsors by the Office of Hawaiian Ajfairs. Hawai'i's area code, 808, is only included in non-O'ahu phone numbers.

Daily, til Sept. 28 — "Visions of Pele: The Volcano Deity of Hawai'i" On exhibit at the Jaggar Museum, Volcano House Hotel, and Volcano Art Center are cultural paintings of Pele by artists whose work was eonsidered for purchase for the new Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park Visitors Center. The winning entry by Big Island artist Arthur Johnsen was chosen by a committee based on cultural and visual interpretation. Some of these amazing works are available for purchase. Jaggar Museum, Volcano House Hotel, and Volcano Art Center Gallery. 9-5 p.m. Free (Park entrance fees may apply). For information, eall (808) 967-7565. Sat., Sept. 8 —

I Hawaiian Music anel Cultural Legends Luneheon Prince Kūhiō Hawaiian Civic Club honors music legends Mahi'ai Beamer, Nona Beamer and Anuhea Brown at their annual scholarship fundraiser event. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Waikīkī Beach Marriott Resort. For tickets and information, eall 2354084 or 247-1632. Sun., Sept. 7 — Family Day at Kapiyolani Park Ho'oulu Lāhui Aloha no nā Keiki, "to raise a beloved nation for the children," is the theme for a funfilled family day presented by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. Enjoy Hawaiian cultural demonstrations,

Big lsland artist Arthur Johnsen explains the meaning behind his winning entry for Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. The fiery goddess walks through a lava flow in the forest with a staff in one hand — representing the power to destroy. The other hand cradles an egg containing a human form — an allusion to regeneration. The egg also represents Pele's favorite sister, Hi'iaka. keiki activities, inflatable rides, 'ono food, Hawaiian crafts and information by Hawaiian sovereignty groups and organizations. Entertainment by the Mākaha Sons, The Royal Hawaiian Band, Kanilau,

Tony Conjugacion, Five x 5 and Simplisity. Hula performances by Pua Ali'i 'Ilima, Hālau nā Mamo o Pu'uanahulu and Hālau o ke 'A'ali'i Kū Makani. Parking at Kapi'olani Community College with free shuttle service to the park. 10-4 p.m. Kapi'olani Park Bandstand. Free. For information, eall 594-1888. Fri., Sept. 1 2 — Aloha Festivals Downtown Ho'olaule'a Downtown Honolulu comes alive at this annual block party in eelebration of Aloha Festival. From Bishop Street to Aloha Tower, entertainment stages will present an array of musical groups and hālau hula as well as the 2003 O'ahu Royal Court. 6:30 p.m. Downtown

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Honolulu. For information, eall Aloha Festivals at 589-1771.

Sat., Sept 13 — 14 Nā Lei Makamae - TheTreasured Lei

The Keomailani Hanapī Foundation, Friends of Honolulu Botanical Gardens and the University of Hawai'i Press eelebrate the release of this book, Nā Lei Makamae, The Treasured Lei. Events include leimaking, lei plant sale, book-signing, gallery photo exhibit and presentations by Pualani Kanaka'ole Kanahele, Kepā Maly, Nathan Napokā and Hālau O Nā Maoli Pua. This must-have book is filled with vibrant pictures and intricate descriptions of almost a hundred different lei. Sept. 13 at Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sept. 14 at Native Books Nā Mea at Ward, 12-3 p.m. Free. For information, eall 537-1708.

Sat., Sept. 1 3 — Aloha Festivals Floral Parade

Marching bands, pa'u units, color-

ful floats and hundreds of partipants will make their way to Kapi'olani Park along Kalākaua Avenue from Ala Moana Park. 9 a.m. Honolulu. Free. For information, eall Aloha Festivals at 589-1771.

Sat., Sept 1 3 — Ipu Heke 'Ole: Gourd lnstrument Making

Learn how to prepare an ipu (gourd) under the instruction of Loke Kamanu, from cleaning and sanding to polishing with kukui nut oil and making a hau fiber handle. When the gourd is finished, you'll learn a simple Hawaiian chant and how to pa'i (beat) your ipu to the chant. Volcano Art Center's 01d Japanese School House. 10a.m.-3 p.m. Potluck luneh. $55 (includes most supplies). For information, eall (808) 967-8222.

Fri., Sept. 1 9 — Aloha Festivals Waikīkī Ho'olaule'a

Hawai'i's largest hloek party brings dancing, entertainment, ethnie foods and Hawaiian arts and

crafts to Kalākaua Avenue in Waikīkī. Several entertainment stages, hula performances, Hawaiian food and international cuisine, as well as flower, shell and feather lei will be showcased. 7-10:30 p.m. Kalakaua Avenue. Free. For information, eall Aloha Festivals at 589-1771.

Sat., Sept. 20 — WaialuaTaro Festival Celebrate kalo farming in 0'ahu's Waialua district with entertainment, ono foods, arts and crafts, Hawaiian cultural demonstrations, storytelling and educational booths. Next to Waialua Community Association Building. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. For information, eall 342-0237

Sat., Sept. 27 - Sun., Sept. 28 — 4th Annual Queen Lili'uokalani Music Festival anel Concert

Hawai'i's top haku mele (eomposers) will participate in an all-day songwriting workshop on Saturday. Participants include Puakea Nogelmeier, Larry Kimura, Frank Hewett, Kimo Alama Keaulana, Dennis Kamakahi and Keli'i Tau'ā. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Hawai'i Naniloa Resort Crown Room. $75 (includes luneh). On Sunday, the festivities continue at Queen Lili'uokalani Gardens with crafts, a mass performanee of hula by Hawai'i island hālau, and entertainment by Heli Silva of Moloka'i, Kainani Kahaunele and Kamakaiwa "Lopaka" Kanaka'ole. 10-5 p.m. Free. For information on both events, eall (808) 966-5416. ■

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Ka Wai Ola o OHA accepts information on special events throughout the islands that are of interest to the Hawaiian community, such as: fund-raisers, benefit concerts, cultural activities, sports events, etc. Please submit information and color photos by the 15th of the month prior to the date of your event. Ka Wai Ola o OHA 711 Kapi'olani Blvd„ Ste. 500 Honolulu, HI 96813-5249 kwo@oha.org

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Photo courtesv of Aloha Festivals

The keiki of Hōlau nō Mamo o Pu'uanahulu (left) and other noted hālau perform atthe annual Aloha Festivals.