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Calendar of Eco-Cultural Events Big Island November 2008 |
Preserving our Land - Perpetuating our Culture
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2008 BIG ISLAND - HAWAII HEALING GARDEN FESTIVAL Place: 82-6188 Mamalahoa Hwy, Captain Cook, HI 96704, 808-638-0888 Date: 11/1/2008 through 11/6/2008 A statewide celebration of multi-cultural medicinal and nutritional plants of Hawaii. Polynesian, Hawaiian, Ayurvedic, Chinese, Filipino, cultural practitioners and ethno-botanists, will share their knowledge of Hawaii's rich botanical treasures. Featuring lectures, tours, workshops, adult and children's programs, a Healing Arts Fair and cultural entertainment.The Big Island Festival starts November 1-2 with Saturday's Fetsival Day Celebration and Sunday's Workshop & Tour Day at Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden. Additional tours, classes and workshops will be held Monday November 3, though Thursday November 6, at unique locations around the Big Island. Call or visit the website for more info and updated schedule. |
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"NIAULANI NATURE WALK" - FREE FOREST TOUR IN VOLCANO Place: Volcano Art Center, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Volcano, HI 96785, 967-8222 Date: 11/3/2008 through 11/24/2008 (Nov. 3, 10, 17 & 24) - This one-hour nature walk travels through a lush portion of an old-growth Hawaiian rain forest on an easy, 1/7-mile loop trail. The walk introduces individuals, families, and groups to the native plants and birds of Volcano. Guides focus not only on the biological, ecological, and geological features of the area, but also the cultural usages of flora and fauna by native Hawaiians. Offered every Monday at 9:30 a.m., the weekly walk starts just one mile from the entrance to Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Meet at Volcano Art Center's Niaulani Campus in Volcano Village (corner of Kalanikoa and Old Volcano Roads). Free (calabash donations welcome) |
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MOKU O KEAWE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL Place: Hilton Waikoloa Village, 69-425 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa, HI 96738, 886-2884 Date: 11/5/2008 through 11/9/2008 The Moku O Keawe International Festival is a 5-day celebration of hula and the arts of hula, expressed in many forms. The Festival includes a Hawaiian music Concert, Hula Competition and Final Night Performance, Cultural Workshops, and a Hawaii Marketplace. Hula Halau (troupes) from Hawaii , Japan and across the world compete in Kupuna (senior), Kahiko (ancient), and Auana (modern hula divisions. Events and workshops are held throughout the Waikoloa Beach Resort. Visit www.mokuokeawe.org for a schedule of events and more information. |
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KONA COFFEE CULTURAL FESTIVAL Place: 75-5751 Kuakini Hwy. Ste. 202, Kailua Kona, HI 96740, 808-326-7820 Date: 11/7/2008 through 11/16/2008 The 38th Annual Kona Coffee Cultural Festival celebrates its 180-year coffee tradition from November 7 - 16, 2008 |
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WAIKOLOA WOMEN'S GOLD CHALLENGE Place: Hilton Waikoloa Village, 69-425 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa, HI 96738, 886-5524 Date: 11/7/2008 through 11/9/2008 This annual event hosted by the Waikoloa Beach & Golf Resort on Hawaii's Big Island brings together female golfers from across the country for a two-day golf tournament on Waikoloa's world-class golf courses. In addition to great tournament golf, this year's event will also feature a draw party and practice round. |
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ISLAND OF LIFE IN THE PACIFIC: THE NATIONAL PARKS OF HAWAII Place: Volcano Art Center, Hawaii National Park, Volcano, HI 96785, 967-8222 Date: 11/11/2008 through 11/26/2008 "Islands of Life in the Pacific: The National Parks of Hawai'i." This 16 day/15 night Elderhostel program visits Hawai'i's National Parks, Historical Sites, National Wildlife Refuges, and State Parks on five Hawaiian Islands: Hawai'i (the Big Island), Maui, Moloka'i, Kaua'i, and O'ahu. Explore the richness of Hawai'i's people and places, flora and fauna, past and present on an educational adventure you'll never forget! $3,638 double, $4,663 single. |
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HAWAII SPIRITUALITY AND CULTURAL RETREAT Place: Kapoho Community, Kapoho, HI 96778, 808 959 2258 Date: 11/12/2008 through 11/18/2008 Come immerse yourself in the spirit of Aloha for seven days on the Big Island of Hawai'i. This unique retreat will feature two of Hawaii's loved and honored kumu, Aunty Mahealani Kuamo'o-Henry and Kumu Hula Raylene Kawaiae'a. Ho'opono pono ke ala (making right more right the path), an introduction to the values and spirit of Hawai'i, will be taught by Aunty Mahealani. Kuamo'o-Henry, Kumu Hula Raylene Kawaiae'a, through her teachings and example, will offer you a deep understanding of the spiritual values that are the foundation of the cultural practices of chant and hula. |
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AN OLD HAWAII NIGHT Place: Waikoloa Beach Marriott, 69-275 Waikoloa Beach Drive, Waikoloa Resort Area, HI 96738, 808-326-7778 ext. 103 Date: 11/15/2008 An Old Hawaii Night is Saturday, November 15, 2008 at the newly-remodeled Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort. This is the every-two-year fundraiser to benefit Family Support Services of West Hawaii, helping families and children. The event begins at 5 P.M. with no host cocktails and entry into the most spectacular silent auction, with a focus on Hawaiiana from the 40s through today, and also includes activities, dinners, artwork, and more. Cocktails on the lanai and the lawn outside of the Marriott's newly-remodeled ballroom and inside the silent auction area. Dinner will be served at your table at 6:30, with a sumptuous meal and fine wine. The live auction follows, featuring spectacular artwork and special Hawaiiana treasures, getaways, and more. Aloha wear, new or vintage, is perfect attire. Call to get more details or to make reservations--326-7778, x 103, or send email, bfraser@fsswh.org. Many auction items will be online, www.fsswh.org starting October 1, 2008. |
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"NIAULANI FOREST WORK DAY" IN VOLCANO Place: Volcano Art Center, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Volcano, HI 96785, 967-8222 Date: 11/16/2008 9 a.m. to 12 noon - Enjoy the open air while volunteering to help preserve the beauty and diversity of the native, old growth rainforest at Volcano Art Center's Niaulani Campus in Volcano Village (corner of Kalanikoa & Old Volcano Roads). Held on the third Sunday of each month, these work days are a unique opportunity for individuals, families, and groups to connect with nature and with each other while assisting in a variety of needed tasks, plus learn about the rich mixture of flora and fauna on the 7.4 acre property. |
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9TH ANNUAL INVITATIONAL WREATH EXHIBIT Place: Volcano Art Center, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Volcano, HI 96785, 967-8222 Date: 11/22/2008 through 1/9/2009 Daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - "9th Annual Invitational Wreath Exhibit" by Island Artists. Don't miss this unique collection of one-of-a-kind wreaths, from the whimsical to the traditional. Volcano Art Center Gallery in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Free (Park entrance fees apply). |
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CHRISTMAS IN THE COUNTRY BEGINS! Place: Volcano Art Center, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Volcano, HI 96785, 967-8222 Date: 11/22/2008 through 11/23/2008 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Special holiday celebrations include demonstrations and print and book signings by gallery artists, plus a fine selection of quality handcrafted decorations and gifts offered only during the holiday season. Volcano Art Center Gallery in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Free (Park entrance fees apply). |
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"CHRISTMAS IN THE COUNTRY CONINUES OVER THANKSGIVING WEEKEND!" Place: Volcano Art Center, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Volcano, HI 96785, 967-7565 Date: 11/27/2008 through 11/29/2008 Daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Special holiday celebrations include demonstrations and print and book signings by gallery artists, plus a fine selection of quality handcrafted decorations and gifts offered only during the holiday season. Volcano Art Center Gallery in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Free (Park entrance fees apply). |
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