Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 27, Number 8, 1 August 2010 — Aukake [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

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PEWA @ MAMO Fri., Aug. 6, 5-9 p.m. and thru August Head down to First Friday Downtown and eheek out contemporary art by Native Hawaiian artists. This month, Solomon Enos and Carl F.K. Pao inspire a collaborative consciousness expressed as "PEWA," whieh refers to the "butterlly patch" used in Hawaiian woodworking. MAMo Gallery, 1142 Bethel St. 808-537-3502. NĀ HULA FESTIVAL Sun., Aug. 8, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Bring your hāli'i (mat) and mea'ai (food) and enjoy a beautiful, relaxing day of hula at the park. Since 1941, the Nā Hula Festival has celebrated the artistry and grace of hula, earning it the distinction of Hawai'i's longest running annual noncompetitive hula event. Scheduled to appear are the Royal Hawaiian Band, various hula hālau and the 2010 Lei Queen and Court. Queen Kapi'olani Park Bandstand. Free. Call Ka'iulani Kauahi, 808-768-3041.

THE ROAD TO HĀNA Sat, Aug. 14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The Hāna Cultural Center's 13th annual Ho'olaule'a will celebrate the Millennium Legacy Trail and the road and bridge system that connects Hāna with the rest of Maui.

This cultural and historical event will both educate and entertain visitors and residents showcasing what it's like to grow up along the 50-mile transportation network that defines East

Maui. Hasegawa Store Fairgrounds. 808-248-8622.

HAWAI'I SLACK KEY GUITAR FESTIVAL Sun., Aug. 15, noon-6 p.m. Hawai'i's legends and future slack key artists will strut their stuff at this 28th annual festival at Kapi'olani Park. The festival, whieh began in 1982

to honor slack key greats like Gabby Pahinui and Atta

isaacs, has since grown to showcase the talents on the neighbor islands. This year's

hneup teatures Brother Noland, Makana and Kamuela Kimokeo & Hi'ikua to name a few. 'Ono food, crafts and ather goodies for

sale. Bring the entire family for a day of fresh air. fresh food and "fresh"

live music. Free. 808-226-2697 or kihoalufoundationinc@yahoo.com.

1E MANAHUA MAOKl Fri., Aug. 13, 6 p.m. and Sat, Aug. 14, 9 a.m. Dancers showcase the indigenous culture of New Zealand in the 1 lth annual Te Manahua Maori Cultural Competition. The ancient chants of Aotearoa will fill the air as loeal, national and international competitors grace the stage. This enriching whakataetae (competition) is marked by harmonious melodies, soulful changes and moving dances. Polynesian Cultural Center. 16 and older, $10. Keiki 5 to 15, $6. Free for Kama'āina Annual

Pass holders, full-day ticket holders and

keiki 4 and under. 808-293-3333 or www.polynesia. eom.

MADE IN HAWAI'I FESTIVAL Fri. & Sat, Aug. 20-21, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sun., Aug. 22, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. A three-day showcase of food, books, gifts, apparel and jewelry, arts and crafts, produce and many more homegrown products from around the 50th state. Also showcasing Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award winners as entertainment. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. $3; keiki 6 and under free. 808-533-1292 or www.madeinhawaiifestival.com. ■

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Below: Traditional food tools on display at Made in Hawai'i Festival. - Photo: Courtesy: Made in Hawai'i Festival