MAUI NEEDS OUR KŌKUA!

We never thought we’d hear anything like this: “In the wake of the disaster, Maui looks like a war zone.” We’re putting out a kāhea (a call) to everyone to lend a helping hand to our Maui `ohana (families). Let’s all be guided by the Aloha Spirt as we pitch in to help rebuild Maui and its people. Here are some ways you can kōkua:

E Ala E Hawaiian Cultural Center: 2nd Annual Holokū Ball | Sat., Nov. 4, 5PM – 10PM | Westin Crystal City Hotel, Arlington, VA

E Ala E is thrilled to announce its 2nd Annual Holokū Ball to honor our Hulu Kūpuna (Precious Elders)! At our cocktail reception, you can bid on fabulous Silent Auction items such as a two-night stay with breakfast and parking at the Westin Crystal City! During our dinner buffet, get your bidding cards ready for unbelievable Live Auction items such as a Hawaiian Double Hull, Twin Sail Koa Voyaging Canoe encased in an acrylic box! And to top things off, our featured entertainer will be Kamakakēhau Fernandez, a gifted and award-winning musician from Hawai`i with a “Hawaiian heart and soul!” We welcome guests from local hui and hālau to share hula during our Ball. And, sit back and enjoy a colorful Holokū Pageant highlighting Hawaiian formal wear. Tickets will go on sale in early October. We also offer sponsorship opportunities and welcome auction donations. Please contact Ku`ulei Stockman at kuulei@ealaehcc.org.

Congressional School Camp 'Aha 'Ohana Day

We are always honored to partner with the Congressional Schools in Falls Church, Virginia, for their annual `Aha `Ohana Day! This year we helped campers and their families relax and unwind with our Lei (Garland) Making Workshop and then challenged their minds by teaching them the strategy and history of Kōnane (an ancient game resembling checkers). Campers and their families were also able to enjoy 'ono mea 'ai (delicious food) provided by Aloha Crew. The evening was finished with a Hula performance and audience participation with all of the campers at the amphitheater under the tiki lights.

Mahalo to Congressional School Camp for organizing this fun 'ohana event. We look forward to partnering with you again!

Moana Nui Podcast

The Moana Nui Podcast is proud to announce a new "KULEANA" series sponsored by Papa Ola Lokahi, the premier organization for improving Native Hawaiian health and well-being. One of the goals of this series is to amplify the work of Papa Ola Lokahiʻs continental partners and the critical resources they create for Kānaka Maoli/Native Hawaiians living across the Continent.

Join her weekly to hear from different featured partners or catch up on previous episodes, like August's 15th spotlight on E Ala E Hawaiian Cultural Center.

EHCC Activities

Nov 4 (Sat): Save the Date Join us for our 2nd Annual Holokū Ball in honor of our Hulu Kūpuna (Precious Elders), at The Westin Crystal City in Arlington, VA, 5:00PM – 10:00PM. We welcome sponsors and auction item donations to support our event. If interested, be sure to contact us! Tickets will go on sale in early October. If you want to be contacted as soon as tickets are available to the public, please email us at info@ealaehcc.org.

Community Connections

Sept 23 (Sat): Join Ono Brewing Company for their 6th Onoversary Luau, from 12pm-6pm, and help them celebrate 6 years of Ono Brewing! Enjoy beautiful Hawaiian music and dance performances. Shop at the many vendor booths and taste ono food. It'll be a day to be remembered!

Sep 24 (Sun): `Ukulele artist Ramon Camarillo returns to Clare and Don's Beach Shack in Virginia on Sunday, September 24, for a benefit concert to raise money for Maui residents impacted by the recent wildfires. Please join Ramon, Kūpono, Burt Kekauoha and several other musicians to enjoy live Hawaiian music. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, comfort food, and drinks while helping raise money for the Maui Strong Fund as Maui Mayor Richard Bissen suggested. All musicians are donating their talents. See the attached flyer for further details.

Oct 1 (Fri): Jake Shimabukuro at Rams Head On Stage in Annapolis, MD. The show starts at 7:30pm. Tickets are on sale for $45.

Oct 2 (Sat): Jake Shimabukuro at the Birchmere in Alexandria, VA. The show starts at 7:30pm. Tickets are on sale for $45.

Oct 6-8: Funky Frets has scheduled its 8th ‘Ukulele Festival and celebrating the 10th Anniversary of its store. The weekend consists of concerts, an open mic, multiple jamming opportunities, vendors, and this year a uke jam like no other at the beautiful Carousel of Pottstown, and many other fun activities. There are activities for non-ukulele players such as a hula workshop and lei-making class. Tickets $10-$170 at Eventbrite.

Oct 13 (Fri): The Common Kings are back for their Celebration Tour with Jakobs Castle in Norfolk, VA. Tickets start at $28.

Oct 21 (Sat): HSS ‘Ukulele Hui performance at US Botanic Garden from 11am-1pm. Come and enjoy the warm aloha spirit of Hawai‘i through beautiful song and dance performances to celebrate and honor the beautiful pua and other foliage of Hawai‘i. Interested hula dancers wishing to participate, please contact Carol Takafuji at itaka2u@yahoo.com.

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