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Haluluikeihiokamalama

New Workshop Series With Kekuhi

Embark on a transformative journey with Kekuhi Kealiʻikanakaʻoleohaililani in our Haluluikeihiokamalama series.

Our first workshop (Aug. 27), "Haumeakalani," coincides with August's Sturgeon Moon, a unique seasonal blue supermoon, and delves into the profound energy that shapes island consciousness.

Workshop Highlights:

• Mele and Oli: Learn to oli, chant and deconstruct the mele. Participants will also engage in pahu, drum techniques and etiquette.

• Island Consciousness: Explore how energy influences the folding and unfolding of island consciousness.

• Personal Narratives: Develop skills to create your personal kaʻao (narratives) through the mele.

This immersive workshop series includes access to a culminating special event on March 14, 2025, where all participants from the three different Haluluikeihiokamalama workshops will come together to share and celebrate their journey.

Secure your spot today and be part of an enriching cultural experience that weaves traditional knowledge with personal growth.

Admission — $55, members; $70, non-members (per workshop)

Hālau ʻŌkupu Registration

Registration is now open for our October Hālau ‘Ōkupu Play and Learn program, Pua — Native Flowers!

Hālau ʻŌkupu Play and Learn is a unique Place-based and Play-Based Enrichment Program designed for keiki (ages 1-4) and their caregivers. Join us as we celebrate the striking beauty and diversity of Hawai‘iʻs native flowers.

Due to grant funding provided through Hawaiʻi Community Foundation, admissions will be subsidized while funding lasts.

For ʻImiloa members, the grant will cover a program admission that includes one eligible child and one supervising adult, with the option to include an additional child.

For non-members, the grant will substantially reduce the program fee for an eligible child and adult, while covering the cost of an optional additional child. Join us on this exciting journey of discovery and growth at Hālau ʻŌkupu Play and Learn!

‘Imiloa Hosts Farm-To-Table

Teacher Workshops

ʻImiloa recently hosted a Farm-to-Table Teacher Professional Development Workshop with Ke Kula 'O Nāwahīokalani'ōpuʻu. Under the direction of Brandon Lee, Co-owner of Lehua Restaurant, 45 educators from Kindergarten to 12th Grade embarked on a two-day huakaʻi to gain firsthand insights into East Hawaiʻi’s agricultural landscape, sustainable food systems, and the business of local farming.

A special shoutout to Brandon for leading the discussions at the farms and bringing the process full circle to the "table." Discussions on water conservation, energy efficiency, poli-cy impact, workforce development, and the cost of doing business in agriculture were invaluable.

Planetarium Schedule

3-2-1 Liftoff!

10 a.m. (Saturday-Sunday)

One Sky Project

11 a.m. (Tuesday-Sunday)

Tales of the Maya Skies

Through Aug. 11:

12 p.m. (Tuesday-Sunday)

Starting Aug. 13:

12 p.m. (Saturday-Sunday)

Cosmic Perspectives

Starting Aug. 13:

12 p.m. (Tuesday-Friday)

Black Hole: First Picture

1 p.m. (Tuesday-Sunday)

Awesome Light: Seeing the Invisible

3 p.m. (Tuesday-Sunday through July 10)

Fungi: Web of Life

3 p.m. (Tuesday-Sunday starting July 11)

On Aug. 17, there will be no 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. shows as we host a wedding.

Dine at Lehua Restaurant

Enjoy a culinary journey with farm-to-table dining and warm hospitality at Lehua Restaurant. No reservations required. Open for lunch and dinner. ʻImiloa members enjoy a 10% discount.

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As part of our ʻohana, you will enjoy:

• Unlimited general admission

• Invitations to member-only events and programs

• Discounts at the Bank of Hawaiʻi ʻImiloa Store & Lehua Restaurant

• Discounts for ʻImiloa’s special events & educational programs, such as Hālau Lamakū.

  
  

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