3 Days of Aloha in the Pacific Northwest
Thursday, July 28 and Friday, July 29 at Clark College
Hula dancers and crafters of Hawaiian arts pilgrimage from around the globe to attend this one of a kind workshop. With preeminent master instructors from Hawaiʻi, the workshop offers instruction on dance, language, oli/chant, mele, outrigger canoe paddling, history, current Hawaiian issues, and cultural crafts. E komo mai a e a‘o pū kākou! Come and learn with us. There’s something for everyone!
NEW CLASS THIS YEAR – Outrigger Canoe Paddling
For those with limited mobility, join our chair seated hula class – Hula Pu‘uwai
Fresh lei making techniques – Lei Wili and Lei Haku
Hawaiian values, the way to make things right – Ho‘oponopono
Hawaiian Massage – Lomilomi for the hula dancer and/or for the massage therapist (5 CE credits)
Field trip to Fort Vancouver to learn about the role of early Hawaiians and see the excavation of the Village today
Hula taught by respected kumu hula from Hawai‘i and the Pacific Northwest – intermediate and advanced levels
Information on additional keiki classes coming soon!
Morning classes include breakfast. Afternoon classes include lunch. Full day classes include both meals.
Questions? Please email hulaworkshop@kekukuifoundation.com
July 29, 2016 5-9 PM
Classic Hapa Haole Music Lives! Join us on Friday, July 29 for a throw back to this early modern era of hula & music. In keeping with the hapa-haole tradition, all songs within each category must be sung in English and the theme of the performance must be about Hawaiʻi. The era of music must be from the 1900 to 1959 period when classic Hapa Haole music was at it’s prime. Prizes and recognition will be awarded to the winners. Winning soloists and groups will be showcased at the following day’s Ho‘ike and Hawaiian Festival.
July 28, 2016 6-9 PM
We’ve heard there’ll be some exceptional hula dancers coming to dance impromptu style along with a musician or two playing excellent Hawaiian music. Wear your best Aloha attire, feel free to get up and dance and enjoy the fun. More information on this event coming soon.
July 30, 2016 8-10 AM
Our Annual Aloha 5K Fun Run continues to bring awareness to health and exercise in the Hawaiian and Hawaiian-at-Heart community. Whether you’re a serious runner or walking with the ʻohana (family), this 5K course will bring out the Aloha spirit as it follows along the beautiful Columbia River. There will be live music at the turnaround. Where else in the region can you get all full day of Hawaiian music, food, shave ice, and of course hula at the end of a run? Join us on Saturday, July 30!
Esther Short Park,W Columbia St. and 8th St., Vancouver, WA 98660
July 30, 2016 10 AM to 7 PM
Over 10,000 visitors have swayed to the rhythm as hula dancers and Polynesian singers filled the park with the heartbeat of their cultures. Raffles, keiki (kids) activities, arts and crafts, business and delicious food vendors round out this two day long outdoor festival which is now considered the third largest annual event at Esther Short Park. Bring a low backed chair or blanket and enjoy the tropical festivities.
Still have questions? Please contact us at: 3daysinfo@kekukuifoundation.com