ʻAha ʻŌpio Seminar: “The Best Way to Predict the Future is to Create it.” On Sat., March 4, 2023, E Ala E Hawaiian Cultural Center conducted its 2nd Annual ʻAha ʻŌpio (Young Adult) Seminar for college haumana (students). We focused on teaching students how to successfully transition from college to the workplace and shared mana`o (ideas) about how to “Build Their Best Future!” Mahalo to Nakupuna Companies, Nestlé USA, and Baker Publishing for helping sponsor our seminar. Of course, no Hawaiian gathering is complete without kau kau (food), so mahalo nui loa to Aloha Crew and Uncle Warren for making ono (delicious) plate lunches for us! |
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American, George Washington, and Georgetown University: Annual Lū`au E Ala E Hawaiian Cultural Center was so fortunate to again help sponsor the annual lū`au for the above universities! We were all touched to see the respective Hawai`i Clubs honor Hawaiian history and culture (hula, music, `ōlelo Hawai`i [Hawaiian language], and kau kau [food]) as well as other cultures of the people of Hawai`i. Great to see the haumana (students) of all campuses share hula with the audience! And a humble mahalo to Georgetown for dedicating their final hula, E Ala E, to us! |
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USCGA Asian Pacific American Council: Annual Eclipse The second week of April marked the beginning of Eclipse at USCGA! The Asian Pacific American Council (APAC) was so honored to have four Asian-American Flag Officers speak at their APAC panel: RADM Vojvodich, RADM Sugimoto, RADM Ore, and RADM Barata. The weekend was full of lessons and stories. APAC also performed in the Eclipse Talent Show! They put on a dance routine comprised of Tahitian Dance, Hula (taught by our very own alaka`i, Cadet Moani Farias), Korean Fan Dance, and K-pop! E Ala E Hawaiian Cultural Center was honored to sponsor the fresh Lei and Lei Po'o for this event. I Mua! |
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Meade Senior High School’s Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Club Wrap Up Its First Year Meade High School’s AANHPI Club Humbly thanks the Nakupuna Foundation and E Ala E Hawaiian Cultural Center for supporting their cultural learning journey. They spent their last club day beautifying Meade’s extensive campus—service is at its core! Here are a few members taking photos at the school’s entrance. |
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Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS) APAICS 29th Annual Awards Gala is the largest gathering of AA & NH/PI elected officials and government appointees at the federal, state, and local levels. E Ala E Hawaiian Cultural Center was delighted to share the opening oli this year. |
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5.5 Year Onoversary Luau at Ono Brewing Mahalo nui Scott and Cyndi Hoffman for allowing us to share oli and hula at such a fantastic event! The food and beverages are always ‘ono, and everyone in attendance made the event absolutely enjoyable. |
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RECIPE: A few of our readers asked to bring back the Inari Bombs recipe, so here it is! INARI BOMBS “I’m all about recipes that are super easy, but huge hits at a potluck! The only ‘cooking’ you need to do for this one is make rice. Plus, these inari bombs are fully customizable – from your favorite poke to your go-to toppings!” - Kris Kokame, Foodland 5 Ambassador Find the recipe here. |
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Dec 2 (Sat): Save the Date Start marking your calendar for our annual Holokū Ball. |
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May 27 (Sat): The National Museum of American Indian (NMAI) presents the Native American Veterans Film Screening of “Corridor Four” (80 min.), which challenges the image of the American hero in a heartfelt portrait of 9/11 first responder and Native Hawaiian, Isaac Ho‘opi‘i, as he works to put the traumatic experience behind him through the support of his family and love of music. A discussion with Isaac will follow the film. The program will close with a performance by his Hawaiian musical group, The Aloha Boys. FREE. |
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Jun 3 (Sat): MOAPIA Presents: Chinatown Community Festival 2023. Enjoy the sights and sounds of Asian & Pacific Islander cultures at the 2023 Chinatown Community Festival! Make sure you RSVP through their website to join the fun! |
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Jun 7 - Jul 19 (Wed): CAPALDC Announces their 2023 Washington Leadership Program, "The Future of AANHPIs in Public Service"! This summer's hybrid WLP series brings together AANHPI community members from all areas of public service backgrounds from across the country. Through conversations with community advocates and public service leaders, attendees can learn about various ways to become involved in the public sector and be inspired to make a change and uplift the voices of AANHPI communities. All WLP sessions are 6:00-8:00 ET. Doors open at 5:30 pm for registration and free dinner. This program remains free and open to both in-person and virtual attendees. Learn more here. |
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Jun 10 (Sat): JBoog live at Wolf Trap at 7pm. Purchase tickets here. |
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Jun 11 (Sun): SAVE THE DATE for the Annual Kamehameha Lei Draping Ceremony to be held at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center. Details to be provided at a later date. |
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Jun 17 (Sat): Hui Hula O Na Pualani, under the direction of instructor Judy Leioni Titus, will hold its hō‘ike on Saturday, June 17, at The Carlin in Arlington, VA. Guests are invited to come to enjoy an afternoon of Hawaiian music and dance by Hui Hula O Na Pualani and other area hui and hālau. This is a FREE event. Street parking or nearby Ballston Parking Garage on Glebe Road. Any questions, please contact Judy Titus at ehulamai2@comcast.net or (703) 524-7426. |
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Jun 19-22: Join CNHA for their first Native Hawaiian Convention on the continent, in Las Vegas. The inaugural Western Regional Native Hawaiian Convention will be held at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino and feature discussions on cultural perpetuation, housing and tourism. The convention will bring Native Hawaiian practitioners, educators, entrepreneurs, healthcare and housing providers, elders, artisans, entertainers and the youth together in Las Vegas, the city with the third highest Native Hawaiian population in the country. Learn more here. |
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Jun 21 (Wed): CNHA presents Josh Tatofi Live in Vegas at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino! June 21, 2023. Doors open at 6:00 pm. Seating is limited, so don't miss this rare opportunity to see Josh Tatofi live in Vegas. VIP packages are also available. Get your tickets now before they sell out at joshtatofilive.com! |
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Interested in sharing something in our Newsletter? How about a special event or announcement? Please send an email to: Marilyn@ealaehcc.org |
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