Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 18, Number 8, 1 ʻAukake 2001 — ʻAukake [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

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Thurs., Aug. 2 — Ke Kani o ke Kai The Waikīkī Aquarium's outdoor summer concert series features this year's Nā Hōkū Hanohano "entertainer(s) of the year," Colōn, the contemporary Island combo noted for the 'ukulele styles and percussion work, voted this year's Nā Hōkū Hanohano Entertainers of the Year. 7 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $18, free for keiki 12 and under. For information, eall the Waikīkī Aquarium at 923-9741. Fri., Aug.3- Sun., Aug. 19 (three weekends) — Hawai'i State Farm Fair Annual Farm Fair highlights Hawai'i's agricultural diversity, farm animals, produce, farming techniques, research. Country market, petting zoo, plant sale, enter-

tainment, E.K. Fernandez rides, food. Thurs., Fri., 6 p.m.-midnight, Sat., Sun. and holidays - noon-mid-night. Aloha Stadium. Tickets are $3 for adults, $1.50 Child-$1.50, under 5 are free. For information, eall the Hawai'i Farm Bureau at 848-2074 Fri., Aug. 3 — Aloha Wai'anae Learn Hawaiian crafts featured loeal artisans, sample Hawaiian pupus, sip a glass of wine, talk story with Hawaiian artists and crafters. A unique opportunity to experience the real Hawai'i. 9 a.m. -5 p.m. at Nā Hana Lima (The Handmade Shop), Wai'anae Mall. Free. For information, eall 696-LIMA (5462). Sat., Aug. 4 — Keiki Fun Fair

The Annual Keiki Fun Fair is hosted by the Honolulu Shriners Hospital for Children. Activities include pony rides, a petting zoo, face painting, games and prizes for kids, refreshments and entertainment, tours of the hospital, and a prize drawing. 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Shriners Hospital, 1310 Punahou St., Honolulu. Free. For information, eall 951-3606 Fri.-Sat., Aug. 4-5 — Second Annual 'Ukulele and Slack-Key Festival Hawai'i's Slack Key Masters eome together with Maui's junior 'ukulele players in a two-day festU val. Hawaiian arts and crafts will also be part of this event. I.ahaina Cannery Mall, 1221 Honoapi'ilani Hwy. Lahaina Cannery Mall. 1 808-661-5304

Aug. 10-11 — 5th Annual Ka Hula Le'a Festival This year's event honors entertainer extraordinare Kawai Cockett, this Invitational Hula Festival features numerous hālau from around the state as well as Tacoma, WA. Craft fair from 10a.m.-8 p.m.. Competition Friday at 6 p.m.; Saturday lla.m. Outrigger Waikōloa Beach Resort, Ali'i Ballroom. For information, eall 808-886-6789 Sat., * Hana 'lmi Na'auao Ho'olaule'a Annual benefit fundraiser for Nā Moku o Ko'olau's educational eommittee, with proceeds to fund scholarships for high schooI and college

Events of interest to the Hawaiian community are included in the ealen- - - dar on a space-availahle basis, and do not constitute endorsement or validation of the events or the sponsors by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. Note that Hawai'i's area code , 808, is only included in non-O'ahu phone numbers.

students. Kicking off Maui's Aloha Festivals, ihe event features an appearance by the Aloha Festivals' Maui royal court, entertainment, arts and crafts, demonstrations and exhibits, lo'i kalo tours, 'ono food and aleohol- and drug-free fun. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Ke'anae Ballpark on the Lower Ke'anae Peninsula Road. Free. For information, eall 2488658 or 248-7858. Sat., Aug. 1 8 — Heiau Clean-up Join this ongoing community volunteer effort to maintain Kawa'ewa'e Heiau in Kāne'ohe. Bring a snack, water, and be prepared for a short, uphill hike. 8:3011:30 a.m. Meet at the end of

Līpalu St. off Nāmoku near Pōhainani Retirement Home. For information, eall 235-1088. Aug. 18, 19 — Cultural Festival in Kawaihae Pu'ukoholā Heiau celebrates the 29th anniversary of its establishment as a national historic site with a festival, "Ke Kūlana No'eau o ka Wā Kahiko" (the culture of ancient Hawai'i). Demonstration, workshops and crafts are among the day's activities. 7 a.m.-3 p.m. (Sat.), 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. (Sun.). Pu'ukoholā. Free. For information, eall 808-882-7218, ext. 21.

Sun., Aug. 1 9 — Duke Kahanamoku Canoe Race The O'ahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association presents this long distance eanoe race held at Kailua Beach Park. Women's race from Kailua Beach Park to Mokulua and back, 8 a.m. to 1 1 a.m. Men's race from Kailua Beach Park to Duke Kahanamoku Beach, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sponsored by Lanikai Canoe Club. Aug. 19, 25 — Kilo Hōkū at Haleakalā Park staff share lore of Haleakalā while star-gazing (kilo hōkū) from Hosmer Grove. Be prepared for cold weather by wearing layered clothing and a hat. Bring a beach mat or blanket to sit on, a red-fil-tered flashlight, binoculars and a hot beverage. 7:30 p.m. Haleakalā Naūonal Park. Free, although park entrance vehicle fee may apply. For information, eall 808-572-4459.

Aug. 25 — 2001 Hawaiian Summer Bodyboard clinics. The Association of Women Bodyboarders presents their annual bodyboard elinie. Come and learn how to bodyboard from Hawai'i's top female bodyboarders. Open to the public. Bring sunscreen, swimsuit, towel and luneh. 1-3 p.m. Magic Island at Ala Moana Park. Free. For information, eall 638-1149. ■

KwoEĒaa 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 V events and the like are what we'd like to help you promote. Send information and color photos to Ka Wai Ola o OHA 71 1 Kapi'olani Blvd., Ste. 500 Honolulu, Hl 96813-5249