Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 23, Number 12, 1 December 2006 — Holokū Ball [ARTICLE]

Holokū Ball

Mark your calendars for March 3, 2007, for the annual Holokū Ball, the Hawaiian Civic Club of Honolulu's fonnal gala and scholarship benefit. "Ka Hoene Mālie a ka 'Ehu Kai" (the soft, sweet murmur of the sea spray) is the event theme, in tribute to three honorees: Watters Martin Ir., long-time club member and supporter; and Nina Keali'iwahamana and Mahi Beamer, legendary vocalists and entertainers. Established more than 80 years ago under the direction of club member and noted composer Bina Mossman, the Holokū Ball eontinues to celebrate Hawaiian formal wear including the holokū - colorful gowns noted for their long trains. The hall will be held the evening of March 3 at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel at Helumoa, Waiklkl. Top Hawaiian music and

hula, a sumptuous 'aha'aina, a silent auehon and tributes to the honorees are among the evening's highlights. According to Hawaiian Civic Club of Honolulu President Anita Nāone, last year's event netted more than $40,000 - all of whieh was awarded to Native Hawaiian undergraduate and graduate students. The club hopes to surpass that amount and award more scholarships in the coming year. Tickets are $150. Corporate tables available for $2,500 and $5,000. For updated event information as Holokū Ball 2007 approaches, visit www.heehonolulu.org. The Hawaiian Civic Club of Honolulu was established in December 1918 by Prince lonah Kūhiō Kalaniana'ole Pi'ikoi to foster leadership, education and civic participation in the Hawaiian Coimnunity.