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Fri., Aug. 4- Sun„ Aug. 6 — Fourth Annual Kaua'i Tahiti Fete "E Hiti Ra'a Api" (a new beginning), is the theme for the fourth annual Kaua'i Tahiti Fete, a dance competition with female, male, solo and group categories. Other activities include special performances and crafts displays. 9 a.m. Vidinha Stadium, Līhu'e. $5 a day or $10 for the weekend. For information, eall 877-303-8133.

Sat„ Aug. 5 — Wonder Walks - Halemanu Loop

Halemanu Loop, a popu|lar hiking trail in Kōke'e, Kaua'i, offers a glimpse of a variety of native Hawai- _ ian flora and fauna, including koa and 'ōhi'a lehua as well as rare forest birds. 12:30 p.m. Kōke'e Natural

History Museum. $3 donation. For information, eall 808-335-9975. Sat„ Aug. 5 — The Brothers - Cazimeroin

Concert <BB Join the Brothers Cazimero as they BB celebrate their 25th anniversary tour V| with an exclusive Kaua'i perfor- fl| manee. 7 p.m. Kaua'i Community College Performing Arts Center. Reserved seats are $20, and $22 for the 1 Golden Circle (first four rows). For 1 information, eall 808-245-8270.

SaL, Aug. 5 — Honouliuli Preserve Hike The steep Palikea trail in the Wai'anae

mountains shelters more than 45 native plant and animal species. A guided tour of the trail by Nature Conservancy hike leaders will offer rare views of central O'ahu and the Wai'anae coast. Honouliuli Preserve. Free. For information, eall 537-4508 ext. 220. Sat., Aug. 5 — State Championship Canoe

TPaddling i| Regatta

, Canoe |clubs |statewide ■ will gathSer to »compete

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_j-^^^^^^tion's State Championship Regatta at Ke'ehi Lagoon Beach Park on O'ahu. A variety of food, arts, crafts and clothing booths will be offered. 8:30

a.m.-5:30 p.m. Ke'ehi Lagoon Beach Park. For information, eall 261-6615. Sun., Aug. 6 — Kama'āina Day at 'Iolani Palaee _ 'Iolani Palaee, the residence of the last two rulers of the Hawaiian kingdom, is open for docent-guided tours on Kama'āina Sunday (the first Sunday of every month). Tours run from 9 a.m.-2:15 p.m. 'Iolani Palaee. Free admission for kama'āina with I.D. (Children under age 5 not admitted). For information, eall 522-0832. Fri., Aug. 11- SaL, Aug. 12 - Pacific Island Taro Festival and Conference

Hawai'i's taro farmers will meet at Windward Community College on O'ahu (Aug. 11) to share current farming techniques. This conference will focus on genetic engineering of crops and will include guest speaker, Dr. Terry Shintani, known for his successful Hawaiian diet. The Taro Festival (Aug. 12) is a family event highlighting the uses of taro through-

Pure Heart — Lopaka Colon, Jake Shimabukuro and Guy Cruz (standing) will perform at Pili Mau, Aug. 18, the second annual fundraiser for the Waikīkī Community Center.

out the Pacific Rim. Culinary taro dishes, poi variety tasting, entertainment, arts and crafts, and cultural and interactive displays will be featured. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Windward Community College. Free. For information, eall 235-7433.

Fri., August 18 — Second Annual Pili Mau

The Sheraton Waikīkī Hotel, Aloha United Way and Hawai'i 2000 Millennium are joining forces to support the Waikīkī Community Center with the benefit concert, "Pili Mau, Together Forever." The concert feamres 10 Hōkū award winners including Amy Hānaiah'i Gilliom, Willie K, the Mākaha Sons, Sista Robi Kahakalau, Pure Heart and many more. Pūpūs are also available at kama'āina prices in the ballroom and foyer before the concert. Doors open at 6 p.m., concert at 7 p.m. Sheraton Waikīkī Hotel. Advance tickets are $25 and are available at the Sheraton Waikīkī dining desk and various music stores. Tickets will also be available at the door for $30. All seats are at reserved tables. For information, eall 923-1802.

Fri., Aug. 18- Sun., Aug. 20 — Fifth Annual Made in Hawai'i Festival

First Hawaiian Bank is the title sponsor of the fifth annual Made in Hawai'i Festival, a three-day celebration of Hawai'i's unique products. The festival also features cooking demonstrations by Hawai'i's top chefs, whose work ean be sampled, and Hōkū award-winning entertainment by talented musicians.

1 OHA will sponsor the booths of the Native Hawaiian Revolving ' Loan Fund loan recipients and Hawaiian-owned businesses. Neal Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall. , Fri., noon-9 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-9 f p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $2. Free ? admission for children under age 6. For information, eall 533-1292

I Fri., Aug. 18- Sat., Aug. 19 — * 10th Annual Moanike'ala Keiki 'Auana Hula Competition

Hālau hula from around the islands will gather in Lā'ie to participate in the Moanike'ala Keiki 'Auana Hula Competition, a tribute to two prominent Lā'ie kumu hula, Sally Moanike'ala Wood Naluai and Sunday Mariteragi. 9:30 a.m.-noon. Tickets are $7 at the door and allow access to the park. Cheaper tickets are available through your hālau. Polynesian Culmral Center. For information, eall 293-3333.

Sat., Aug, 19 — Hāna 'Imi Na'auao Ho'olaule'a

Simply for the enjoyment of Maui, Ke'anae Ball Park will showcase lo'i tours, cultural demonstrations, keiki games and pony rides. Booths offering handmade crafts and local-style food will circle the park. Entertainment will include Olomana, Brother Noland, Pekelo, Uluwehi Guerrero and Halau See CALENDAR on page 13

HO'OKUPU ALOHA — A kupuna presents a gift to the Maui Aloha Festivals Court at the annual Hāna Ho'olaule'a. This year's event will be Aug. 19 in Ke'anae.

CALENDAR From page 9

Hula o ka Makani Wili Mākaha o Kaua'ula, Hulu Lindsey, Lei'ohu Ryder, Erland Pahukoa, A1 and Kawika, Kamau, Nā Kamali'i Te Mea o Tia Atua and the Aloha Festivals Court. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Ke'anae Ball Park. Free. This is a drug-and-alcohol-free event — no coolers. For information, eall 808-248-7858. Sat., Aug. 1 9 Return to Aloha Leaders from all islands will share their views on Hawai'i and the new millennium at 0'ahu's Return to Hawai'i. More than 8,000 are expected to attend. There will also be activities for children while speakers are in session. 10 a.m.8 p.m. Neal Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall. Free. Fbrinfonnation, eall 841-7776. Sat., Aug. 19 — Heiau Clean-Up Efforts to maintain Kawa'ewa'e Heiau in Kāne'ohe continue. Thanks to dozens

of volunteers under the direction of Charhe Ogata, a great deal of brush and weeds has been cleared. Be prepared for a short, uphill hike to the heiau site. 8:301 1 :30 a.m. Meet at the end of the Līpalu Street off Nāmoku near the Pōhai Nani retirement home. For information, eall 235-1088. Sun., Aug. 20 — 60th Annual Nā Hula Festival Kumu Hula Leilani and Puanani Alama have participated in this festival for six decades, first as young dancers, and now as teachers. Sponsored by the Department of Parks and Recreation, the festival will feamre the students of both Alama sisters as well as of Carolee Nishi and Hōkūlani DeRego. This year's event wih be held in the brand-new Kapi'olani Park Bandstand, the third bandstand since the festival was established. 1 1 a.m.-3 p.m. Kapi'olani Park. Free. For information, eall 547-7393. Sun., Aug. 20 — - Bankoh Ki Ho'alu Festival See EVENT FEATURE on page 8.

Sun., Aug. 20 — Third Annual Mālama i ke Kai Pūnana Leo 'O Kawaiaha'o will host the third annual Mālama i ke Kai, an ocean-awareness festival with top-notch activities including food booths, keiki games, arts and crafts, a silent auction, door prizes and ocean-awareness exhibits. 9 a.m.-5p.m. 'Ihilani Resort, O'ahu. Free. For information, eall 5367999. Sat., Aug. 26 — 23rd E Ho'omau i ka Hā Hawai'i Join Kumu Hula Frank Kawaikapu Hewett and his_Kuhai Hālau O Kawaiapuokalani Pā 'Ōlapa Kahiko for its 23rd annual concert of hula with music provided by Hawai'i's top entertainers. Matinee will feature Leilani Bond, Darlene Ahuna, the Lim Family and Olomana. The evening performance will feamre the Lim Family, Akoni, the Mākaha Sons and Aunty Genoa Keawe. Also dancing are the schools of Hewett's students and associates. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Ron Bright Theater, Castle High School. $15. For tickets, eall Aunty Aliee at 2353603 or the hō'ike ticket hotline at 2358211.

Sat., August 26 — Hawaiian and South Pacific Fashion Designers The Queen Emma Hawaiian Civic Club presents a production of Hawaiian and South Pacific fashion designers with a luneheon, entertainment and craft booths. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sheraton Waikīkī Ballroom, O'ahu. $45 ($35 for Hawaiian Civic Club members). For information, eall 373-4190 or 235-1088. Sat., Aug. 26 — Papa 'A'ali'i Fifth Anniversary Concert Kumu hula graduates of Robert Cazimero's Hālau Nā Kamalei celebrate their fifth anniversary as teachers with a hō'ike of hula kahiko, hula 'auana and music. In concert will be Cazimero with Nā Kamalei; Veto Baker, Miehael Casupang and Hālau i ka Wēkiu; Moses Crabbe and his Hilo-based Hālauolaokalani; and Manu Boyd and Hālau o ke 'A'ali'i Kū Makani. Flower lei, tshirts and crafts. 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. McKinley High School auditorium. Tickets are $10, available through participating hālau. For information, eall 951-7400 or 234-0303. ■

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