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Lei at the dedication of grounds for the Hawaiian immersion school in Kaʻū at Waiʻōhinu. An auction and fundraising campaign are underway. Photo by Cadence Feeley |
AN ONLINE AUCTION & FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN FOR $100,000 TO CREATE THE FIRST HAWAIIAN IMMERSION SCHOOL IN KAʻŪ has been launched. Supporters can learn more and make direct donations to the non-profit developing the school Nā ʻĀʻaliʻi Kū Makani o Kaʻū by going to http://bit.ly/nakmfoundation. The non-profit is called Nā ʻAʻaliʻi Kū Makani Foundation. The location is in Waiʻōhinu at the old Shirakawa Hotel and former Lorilei Shirakawa hula studio and grounds.
Additional auction items are being accepted and already include a $500 stay at Mauna Kea Resort in an ocean facing room with breakfast; a Premium Golf Package for Four at Kohanaiki, two koa canoe paddles valued at $500, one of them a Hoe Wa'a for recreational paddling and the other a Steering Blade; a $300 Gift Card to the Hana Hou Hilo eclectic clothing and gift store; an Aly Dove Photo Session, a Sunrise or Sunset Photoshoot with Moments by Sara Louise; gift baskets from Punalu'u Bake Shop; bags of Rusty's Hawaiian Coffee, selections from KeAliʻi Malu Plants and Things; and many more items.
Purchased items can be picked up locally at the school on Dec. 7 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The organizers also invite everyone to join in for a celebration featuring Hawaiian music, plate lunches, and a visit to the thrift store, which is also a place to give and buy items to fundraise for the Hawaiian immersion school.
A statement from the immersion school organizers says, "These donations are just a few of the many from our community, and we welcome additional contributions to help us reach our goal."
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A statement from the immersion school organizers says, "These donations are just a few of the many from our community, and we welcome additional contributions to help us reach our goal."
Those who would like to make a tax-deductible donation, can make them to the current fiscal sponsor ʻIewe Hānau o ka ʻĀina and designate the donation for Nā ʻAʻaliʻi Kū Makani Foundation, which is registered and incorporated in Hawai'i. Contact nakmfoundation@gmail.com or visit bit.ly/nakmfoundation.
SATURDAY IS THE FIRST HO'OLAULE'A FOR VOLCANO SCHOOL OF THE ARTS & Sciences. It's from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Entertainment will include: Uncle Dane and Friends, Huliau, VSAS Kanikapila Club and Jade Malia.
'Ono Food will include: Ricoʻs Tacos, Pizza ʻOno, Tubular Treats, Bubble Waffles, Lillipops, Krispy Kreme and Moloka'i Hot Bread.
Game Booths will include: Dunk Tank, Bottle Ring Toss, Putt Putt Golf Maze, Nene Pond, Bouncy House and Football Toss.
There will be Silent Auctions, Rummage Sale, Lei Making, Pūʻohe Making, Lauhala weaving, Plant Sale, Bake Sale and Face Painting.
All booths and games will accept scripts instead of cash or other payments.
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'UKULELE LESSONS FOLLOWED BY KANIKAPILA begin weekly this Saturday, Oct. 26 at 3 p.m. in the Ocean View Community Center downstairs. Lessons and Kanikapila will occur throughout the winter, says 'ukulele teacher Scott Taylor. Beginner lessons start at 3 p.m. followed by a Kanikapila around 3:30 p.m. until 5 p.m. All ages are welcome, but Taylor encourages children to bring their parent(s) or an adult friend. He also recommends bringing 'ukulele and a music stand to hold the paper songbooks. Donations are accepted for the song printing costs. Taylor says there in an emphasis not only on learning 'ukulele but also having fun.
Taylor, who summers in Anchorage, Alaska, is a member of the Alaskan Jumping Fleas Society, devoted to playing 'ukulele, with a number of the members performing at public venues. Taylor is the gig coordinator.
OV Community Center is located at 92-8924 Leilani Circle. Taylor is a 14-year ukulele player and teacher. For more info, call him at 907-350-7849. This activity is a branch of the 'ukulele lessons hosted by Woodley White of Na'alehu.
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| Scott Taylor, front right, announces beginning 'ukulele classes followed by kanikapila on Saturdays at Ocean View Community Center at 3 p.m. Photo from Scott Taylor |
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