Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 28, Number 9, 1 September 2011 — Kepakemapa [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

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ALOHA FESTIVALS Sept. 1-24 0'ahu's monthlong festivities pay tribute to Hawai'i's unique history, traditions and spirit of aloha. Following the traditional Royal Court Investiture at the Hihon Hawaiian Village at 3 p.m. and the Opening Ceremony at the Royal Hawaiian Center, Royal Grove at 5:30 p.m. on Sept. 1, take the family to the Keiki Ho'olaule'a at Pearlridge Center, 10 a.m. Sept. 10, the Waiklkl Ho'olaule'a, 7 p.m. Sept. 17, and the annual Aloha Festivals Floral Parade on Kalākaua Avenue, 9 a.m. Sept. 24, or watch the parade live online at channel808.com. Free. Show your support of the festivals by buying festival ribbons at participating retailers. alohafestivals.com or (808) 4830730. For events on other islands, visit fe stivalsofaloha . eom. ULANA ME KA LOKOMAIKA'I Ongoing through Jan. 29, 2012 This exhibit of pāpale (hats) by nationally acclaimed lauhala weaver Aunty Gladys Kukana Grace and her many dedicated students embodies the spirit of "weaving from the goodness within." Join the Ulana me ka lokomaika'i weavers in a free "make and take" event Sept. 18. Or attend their demo and talk story Sept. 24, Oct. 22 andNov. 12. $10; $5 keiki 4-15. Honolulu Academy of Arts, Textile Gallery 22. (808) 532-8700 or honoluluacademy.org. MĀLAMA HŌKŪLE'A Sat, Sept. 10, 5-9 p.m. Discover all things Hōkūle'a in a benefit evening for the voyaging eanoe as it readies for a statewide sail and eventual worldwide voyage: Nā'ālehu Anthony's documentary Papa Mau: The Wayfinder ; photo exhibit and sale; discussions with navigators, captains and crew; and a moonlight concert by Kawika Napoleon, Weldon Kekauoha and Emie Cruz Jr. $25, free for keiki 6 and under with a paying parent. Kap'iolani Community College, Great Lawn and other sites on campus. (808) 842-1101 orpvs.hawaii.org.

WAIMEA PANIOLO PARADE AND HO'OLAULE'A Sat, Sept. 17, 10 a.m. -4 p.m. Part of the 30 Days of Aloha, the popular Paniolo Parade illustrates the island's rich ranching history with princesses on horseback and attendees bedecked in floral finery. Extensive craft show features island foods, games, arts and crafts, Hawaiian products and live entertainment. Free. From"Church Row" to Waimea Ball Park, Hawai'i Island. (808) 936-4376 or hawaiiislandfestival. org. BREADFRUIT FESTIVAL Sat, Sept. 24, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. This celebration of 'ulu (breadfruit) and its rich cultural importance throughout Hawai'i and the Pacific features a noon dedication of the garden's new visitor center, cooking demos by loeal chefs, an "I Love Breadfruit" eook off, 'ulu maika (breadfruit

bowling), 'ulu poimaking, historical talks, art exhibits and a breadfruit tree sale (advanced purchase for piek up at the festivalisencouraged). Free admission. Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden, South Kona. (808) 960-3727 or breadfruit.info. EŌ E EMALANI I ALAKA'I Sat, Oct 8, 10 a.m. -4 p.m. Don your best lauhala hat, paek a pienie luneh and head to Kaua'i's Kōke'e State Park to celebrate the life and legacy of Queen Emma. Offers exhibits, craft demos, snack sales and a royal procession at noon led

by "Queen Emma," portrayed this year by Puamohala Kaholokula of Kapa'a and her guide, "Kaluahi," entering the lovely Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow on horseback accompanied by hula hālau from around the state. Free. (808) 335-9975 or kokee. org. 'AWA FESTIVAL Sat, Oct. 8, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Celebrate 'awa, the plant source of a ceremonial, narcotic drink embraced by Pacific island cultures. Enjoy live performances from Hawai'i's hottest musical groups, educational and cultural booths, 'awa sampling, 'awa plants, 'apumaking workshops, pa'i 'ai/poi pounding, food, and 'awa-serving bars and cafes, along with cultural and scientific talks in the on-site 'awa garden. Free. UH Mānoa, McCarthy Mall. (808) 256-5605 or kavafestival.org. ■

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