Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 19, Number 3, 1 March 2002 — MALAKI [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

MALAKI

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.

I 2002

Hawai'i's area code, 808, is only included in nonO'ahu phone numbers. At left: Meala's depiction of the Windward O'ahu district, Ka'alaea, is among works of art on display at the " Lo'i-inspired show at Native Books Kapōlama, starting March 8.

Satv March 2 — Kamehameha Schools ATP Ho'olaule'a Nā Lei Ānuenue o Kamehameha (The Rainbow Lei of Kamehameha) is this year's theme symbolizing the diversity of Kamehamena children, staff, alumni and extended 'ohana. Live loeal entertainment by Nā Leo, Sean Na'auao, 'Opihi Pickers, FM 100 All Star Band and more. Crafts, food and game booths, a country store, speciality products from the neighbor islands, and live cultural demonstrations. Proceeds help support enrichment grants for the students. 9 a.m.5 p.m. Bishop Museum Grounds. For information, eall Vernon Nishimura at 366-6275.

Friv March 8 — Brothers Cazimero "Hana Hou!" Robert and Roland Cazimero, along with Leinā'ala Kalama Heine, the Royal Dance Company and special guests, will delight you with an evening of Hawaiian and contemporary music, hula, and world-class showmanship. Pre-concert music by Kilinahe. 8 p.m. Hawai'i Theatre. For tickets and information, eall 528 -0506. Friv Mar.8 -Friv April 5 - "Lo'i-ln^p^eel Show" An eclectic community-based exhibition at Native Books features artwork,

writings, and

implements ^ from the lo'i, includ-

ing handcrafted poi pounders and an eight-foot poi board carved from a log felled while clearing the Waiāhole Mauka Lo'i. Public weleome to attend artists' reception Mar. 8, 7-9 p.m. Native Books Kapālama, 1244 N. School St., 845-8949. Satv March 1 6 — St. Joseph Ho'olaule'a St. Joseph School in Waipahu will hold its benefit ho'olaule'a, a day of entertainment, crafts, games, 'ono food, a country store and great prize drawings. 9 a.m. -3 p.m. St. Joseph School, 94-651

Farrmgton Hwy, Free, For information, eall 677-4475 or 677-4276.

Satv March 1 6 — Heiau Clean up

Join the volunteer effort in maintaining Kawa'ewa'e heiau in Kāne'ohe, Bring water and a snack, and be prepared for a moderate, uphill hike, Tasks include weeding, trimming and clearing brush.

•11:30. Meet at e end of Līpalu St. off Nāmoku. For information, eall 235-1088.

Sat, Mardt 1 6 — Ho'onanea Hou at the MACC

The Maui Culture and Arts ^.Oenhe^ in Kahului present ' their musical showcase of k popular Hawai'i artists. p Enjoy and evening of music 6^by the Mākaha Sons: Moon, 9 ) John and Jerome; and Robi a^Kahakalau. 7:30 p.m. ^^Maui Arts and Culture f Center, $28-$ 10. For

information, eall the MACC Box Office eat 808-242-7469

Satv March 1 6 — Mālama 'Āina Community Clean-up Day.

Mayor Harry Kim declared this elean-up day, spawning regional participation by community organizations, businesses, service groups and individuals. Island-wide participants will piek up trash, pull weeds, elean and pmne, making their island home more beautiful. The event is being spear-headed by the Kona Outdoor Circle, established in 1948. All are weleome. To participate, eall Barbara Cushman at 808-329-7286. Sunv March 1 7 — Ali'i Sunday at Kawaiaha'o. Queen Ka'ahumanu will be honored in a worship service with Hawaiian royal societies, civic clubs and the congregation. All are weleome. 10:30 a.m. For information, eall 532-1257.

Sunv March 1 7 — "Walk on the Wet Side." Walk on the wet side with Haleakalā Naīional Park and The Nature Conservancy in the Waikamoi Preserve, a native cloudforest. Participation is on a first-come-first-served basis, so we advise arriving 15 minutes before program start time. The three-mile hike is moderate to strenuous. Noon-4 p.m. Haleakalā National Park. Free (park entry may apply). For information, eall 808-572-4400. Friv March 22 — Kamehameha Schools Song Contest. "Hawaiian Folk Songs" is the theme for the 80th annual song eontest, an inter-class competition involving all high school students at the Kapālama Heights campus. The event will be broadcast on KHON Fox 2, and simulcast on KINE 105.1 FM. 7 p.m. pre-show, 7:30 live broadcast. Neal Blaisdell Center. For information, eall 842-8211.

Satv March 23 — Nā Mea Hawai'i Hula Kahiko performance. Kumu Hula Tis'a Kalili Wendzel and Ka Hula o ka Moana Pākīpika of Kailua-Kona perform at Hawai'i Volcanoes Naīional Park pā hula (hula enclosure), 10:30-11:30 a.m. Hawaiian arts and crafts demonstrations at Volcano Art Center Gallery, 9:30 a.m.-l p.m. Free. For information, eall the Volcano Art Center at 808-967-8222. See CALENDAR on page 14

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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CALENDAR from page 9 Satv Sunv March 23, 24 — Hō'ike'ike 2002 . The O'ahu Council of the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs presents its annual tribute to civic club movement founder, Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana'ole. The two-day family event will feature crafts, 'ono food, and ongoing entertainment including Kawika Trask and Friends,We Three, the Puamelia Trio and more. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Kapi'olani Park Bandstand. Free. For information, eall 227-0099. Sunday, March 24 — Ali'i Sunday at

Kawaiaha'o. Prince Kūhiō will be honored in a worship service with Hawaiian royal societies, civic clubs and the congregation. All are weleome. 10:30 a.m. For information, eall 532-1257. Thursv March 28-Sunv March 31 — 1 0th Celebration of the Arts. The native people, arts and eulture of Hawai'i are celebrated through demonstrations and performances including hula and chant, workshops in Hawaiian art and one-on-one interaction with loeal

Village Gallery artists. A traditional lū'au and a special celebration concert by renowned Hawaiian musicians. Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua. For rates and information, eall 808-669-6200. Satv March 30 — Oral History Workshop. Some of our richest historic resources are the people whose lives span the changes of the last century and remember the stories of previous generations. Hawai'i's people love to talk story, finding many interesting subjects and stories to share. 10 a.m.-noon. Mission Houses Museum. $15, reservations required. For information, eall 5310481. ■