RISE! Newsletter

RISE! Newsletter

Holokū Ball
Get Your Tickets Now for The Holokū Ball! Tickets are still available until 11.21.22, and here’s the link to purchase them: Holoku Ball Tickets
 
Flash News! Many of you in the D.C. area know Ramon Camarillo, who used to live in VA but now resides in Hawai`i. Ramon will be serenading us with his beautiful voice during the cocktail reception and Fashion Show, so come on by to enjoy his music! It’ll also be great to again see his beautiful wife, Kamaka! Many of us also know Ramon Camarillo as a master Western Raku Pottery artist, who has shared his beautiful makana with the world!

Update! Since our last Newsletter, we’ve been blessed with more sponsors and Silent and Live Auction donors. Here’s a list of companies and people who so graciously have come to support our event to honor our Hulu Kūpuna (Precious Elders): Mahalo to Our Sponsors

Hauʻoli Makahiki Hou! Happy New Year! 
On behalf of E Ala E Hawaiian Cultural Center's 'Ohana, we wish you all a Hauʻoli makahiki hou! Happy new year! As the rising of Makaliʻi (the constellation Pleiades) in the east falls in sync with the setting of the sun in the west, this marks the beginning of the Makahiki season and the Hawaiian new year (October/November). As the season of giving quickly approaches, let us consider what we may have to offer others, and let us be ever mindful of ways in which we can practice our own forms of ho‘okupu (offerings or symbolic gifts), however big or small.

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National Native American Heritage Month
National Native American Heritage Month is celebrated each year in November. It is a time to celebrate the traditions, languages, and stories of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and Island communities and ensure their rich histories and contributions continue to thrive with each generation. 
 
Here are a few ways to participate year-round: 
Explore the culture and experiences of Native Americans in your community today.
Invite Native American or local indigenous groups to share culture, ancestral homeland, and/or contemporary ways of life.
Use objects or artifacts from your local museum collection or achievements by indigenous individuals to share the history and heritage of native people past and present.

Truly Inspired! ‘Aha Makua - Healthy Minds, Body, and Spirit Seminar
We are grateful for the opportunity to host our first health seminar this year. Mahalo nui Nakupuna Companies, Nakupuna Foundation, Papa Ola Lokahi, and KAIA for sponsoring this year’s event and Mahalo nui to our guest speakers: Dr./Kumu Kekoa Harman, Kumu Pele Harman, and Wendell Navalta for sharing ‘ike (knowledge) with our DMV community. We learned, laughed, and loved every moment! 

"`Onolicious!"

Deep Fried Shoyu Chicken Wings
“I love this dish because it’s simple, it reimagines one of my favorite recipes with a local twist and I always have the ingredients in my pantry, so I’m able to whip it up quickly.”
– Chef Nick Miguel, Chef de Cuisine, Sullivan Family of Companies
 
Here’s an easy-peasy dish that’s as simple to make as it is ono (delicious)! Deep Fried Shoyu Chicken Wings

EHCC Activities

Dec 2 (Fri): Aloha! In honor of our Hulu Kūpuna (Precious Elders), please join us at our Friday, December 2, Holokū Ball. This gala will be held at the Renaissance Capital View Hotel in Crystal City (Arlington), VA from 6PM - 10PM. Ticket sales end November 21st. Purchase your tickets here.

Community Connections

Nov 12-13 (Sat & Sun): Join the National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI) in honoring the exceptional military service of Native Americans during their weekend celebration. The dedication and processional will honor American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian veterans and their families. Learn more here.

Nov 13 (Sun): Come enjoy Hawai‘i-born Jake Shimabukuro at The Tin Pan in Richmond, VA. Tickets $45. This event is for all ages. Purchase tickets here.

Nov 14 (Mon): Come enjoy the ‘ukulele sounds of Jake Shimabukuro at Rams Head On Stage in Annapolis, MD. This event is 21 years and over. Tickets $45. Purchase tickets here.

Nov 15 (Tues): Jake Shimabukuro continues his concert tour with a performance at The Birchmere in Alexandria, VA. Tickets $49.50. Purchase tickets here.

Dec 3-4 (Sat-Sun): All are invited to join Kuana Torres Kahele for his Arlington Hula and Niihau jewelry workshops. For more details, click here.

Dec 3 (Sat): Join HSS for their annual Holiday Party celebration that will be held at the Vienna Volunteer Fire Station Hall in Vienna, VA. For more details, click here.

Interested in sharing something in our Newsletter? How about a special event or announcement?
Please send an email to: Marilyn@ealaehcc.org