Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 20, Number 8, 1 August 2003 — ʻAUKAKE [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

ʻAUKAKE

2003

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

Through Sun., Sept., 21 — Photographic Exhibition Kapulani Fandgraf's first solo exhibit at the Honolulu Academy of Arts, entitled "Ku'u ēwe, ku'u iwi, ku 'u koko/ my umhilieal cord., my bones, my blood," celebrates her Hawaiian identity and expresses her mana'o on the influence of western intrusion on Hawaiian rights, values and history. Her ideas are manifested through the use of issue-related photographic collages and mixed media installations. Holt Gallery, Honolulu Academy of Arts. Free to puhlie. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-4:30p.m.; Sun., l-5p.m. Closed Mondays. For information, eall 532-8701. Through Fri., Oct. 31 — "E Kū Mau Mau - Kū

Everlasting" Exhibit Contemporary kanaka maoli artists, including 'īmaikalani Kalāhele, Maile Andrade, Umi Kai, Bob Freitas, and Carl Pa, explore the many facets of Kū in a modern context in the exhibit, "E Kū Mau Mau ~ Kū Everlasting," the first in a series of changing exhibits in the

gallery whieh will feature the works of contemporary native artists in conjunction with items from the Museum's collection. Hawaiian Hall Vestibule Gallery. Admission is free for Bishop Museum Association members, $5 general puhlie, $3 student (ID required). For information, eall 848-4191. Sat., Aug. 3-1 0 — The Kapa, Washi, Paper Conference Eoeal, national and international indigenous artisans will share their expertise in the art of paper making. Opens on Sunday, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., is an exhibit of works by internationally-recognized paper artists. The conference workshops are Monday through Friday with full days of lectures/demonstrations, hands-on sessions, brown/bag

sharing, and more. Culminating the week will be festivities, hands-on activities, paper fair sale and food on Saturday, 9-2 p.m. Einekona Art Center. Fees for workshops. The Saturday gala is free and open to the puhlie. For information, eall 536-4566 or visit www.temaricenter.com. Tue., Aug. 5 — lntermediate and Advanced Hawaiian Language Class Expand your knowledge of 'Ōlelo Hawai'i under the instruction of native speaker Tuti Kanahele. This four-month program is sponsored by Alu Eike, ine. to help perpetuate the Hawaiian language in a historic setting. 5-7 p.m. Queen Emma Summer Palaee, Emmalani Hale, 2913 Pali Hwy. Free. For informa-

Kale Hannahs, Chad Takatsugi and Ryan "Gonzo" Gonzales, known as "'Ale'a," will perform at Aston HawaiTs Full Moon Concert Series with Kapena, Reign and Tradewinds.

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tion, eall 535-1360 or 535-1359. Fri.,Aug.1 5-Sun.,Aug1 7 — Made in Hawai'i Festival

This three-day celebration highlights the unique and varied products of Hawai'i. Products include foods, fashions, flowers, gifts, jewelry, music, books and artwork by 400 island exhibitors. The festival features entertainment by Hawai'i's Hōkū Award-winning musicians

and cooking demonstrations by Hawai'i's top chefs. Fri., noon-9 p.m. Sat., 10-9 p.m. Sun., 10-5 p.m. Neal Blaisdell Center. $2, children under 6 free. For information, eall 533-1292.

Fri., Aug 1 5 — Aston Hawai'i Full Moon Concert Series Enjoy an evening of free entertainment featuring big name loeal

musicians. Plate lunch-style dinners will be sold during the event. The entertainment lineup is Tradewinds, Ale'a, Reign, and Kapena. 6:30 p.m. Kapi'olani Park Bandstand. Free. For information, eall 9311435. Sat., Aug 1 6 — Ka Hīmeni 'Ana 20th Anniversary Concert This special concert will feature many of our first-place winners dating back to its beginning in 1983. Mahi Beamer will greet you with sweet Hawaiian music on the historic Morton organ in the Hawai'i Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Program begins at 8 p.m. Hawai'i Theatre. $6-$30. For information, eall 528-0506. Sun., Aug 1 7 — Royal Order Centennial Celebration Concert The Hawai'i Chapter of the Royal Order of Kamehameha I kicks off its centennial celebration with a fundraiser concert, "Imua E Na Kamehameha ." Stellar entertainers include the Makaha Sons, Chinky

Mahoe and Hula Hālau O Kawailiula, Vaihi, Frank De Lima and more. Hawai'i Theatre, 2-5 p.m. Tickets $32-$47. For information, eall 528-0506 or 330-4437. Sun., Aug 1 7 — Aloha Festivals Sunday Services at Kawaiha'o Join the Aloha Festivals O'ahu Royal Court at a traditional Hawaiian service at the historic Kawaiaha'o Church, 10:30 a.m. For information, eall 589-1771. ■ 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

Easter Martin and Ali'i Chang grow over two dozen varieties of lavender on their three-acre farm in Kula, Maui. Their company, Nanea ao Kula, whieh produces lavender foods and body products, will be one of many loeal products showcased at this year's Made in Hawaii Festival.

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