Island Events
| January 31, 2009 |
 KA MOLOKA'I MAKAHIKI FESTIVAL
The "Makahiki" is a designated period of time following the harvesting season
when wars and battles were ceased, tributes and taxes were paid by each
district to the ruling chief, sporting competitions between villages (districts)
were organized and festive events were commenced. Ka Molokai Makahiki is
committed to preserving these ancient traditions, especially those specific
to Molokai. Through a series of lectures, land and ocean activities, hands
on art and craft workshops, sporting competitions, oli composition competitions
and traditional ceremonies, the Makahiki is alive and well on Molokai. Held
from 7:30 am to 4:30pm at the Mitchell Pauole Center in the heart of Kaunakakai
Town. The Makahiki Committee has a variety of trainers and training materials
to assist others in organizing their own Makahiki Games. For further information,
contact Louise Bush at 808.553.3673.
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| March 28 |
PRINCE KUHIO CELEBRATION
Kiawe Park - 8am-2pm
Contact Ochie Bush 808.567.6027
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| April 17 |
EARTH DAY CELEBRATION
Since 1995, The Nature Conservancy has sponsored Molokai Earth Day.
The purpose of the event is to educate residents and visitors about the
part they can play in preserving our natural and cultural resources. The
event will be held on Friday, April 12th from 5:00 pm to 9:00pm at the Mitchell
Pauole Center in Kaunakakai. There will be ono food, great entertainment,
lots of prizes and educational displays. Come join us in celebrating Earth
Day. For further information, please contact Kathy Tachibana at The Nature
Conservancy 808-553-5236. Other events sponsored by TNC include Kamakou
Hikes, Mo'o;omomi Hikes; Pelekunu Hunts, kamalo Goat Hunts and Kawela Goat
Hunts.
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| March 14 |
HO'OMAU CONCERT BENEFITING PUNANA LEO O MOLOKAI
Hawaiian Educational Ho'olaulea (Festival) to benefit Punana Leo O Molokai.
Festival includes Hawaiian Music, Crafts, Food Booths and Keiki Games. Held
at Lanikeha Center in Ho'olehua from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Free Admission.
For further information, contact: Punana Leo O Molokai weekdays at 808-567-9211.
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| May 3 |
KAIWI CHALLENGE RELAY ~ OC-1/Kayak (Surfski)
The Kaiwi Challenge, a 39-mile race for one-man canoes is held every year
in May. The race starts at Kaluakoi Resort on Molokai and finishes at the
Outrigger Canoe Club in Waikiki. Contact the Hawaiian Island Paddlesports
Association at http://www.kaikahoe.org/
Email to hipa@kaikahoe.org or leave
a message on their info line at 808-969-6695.
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May
14-16
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18th KA HULA PIKO HULA FESTIVAL
"A celebration of the birth of
the hula"
Join Molokai and the rest of Hawaii as we celebrate the 17th
Annual Ka Hula Piko Festival at Papohaku Beach Park, Kaluakoi, from
9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Admission is free! There will be a variety of entertainment,
Hawaiian Food and hand made crafts by the people of Moloka'i.
A series of lectures will be presented by Halau Hula O Kukunaokala. Email mva@mobettah.net or call Louise Bush at 808-553-3673.
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May
17 |
KANAKA IKAIKA
KAYAK RACE
The Starbucks Moloka'i Challenge solo race is the world championship of
kayak and one-person canoe racing. An international contingent of men and
women race solo for 32-miles across the Kaiwi Channel from Moloka'i to the
east shore of O'ahu, finishing at Koko Marina. The Kaiwi Channel, referred
to as the "Moloka'i Channel," is considered one of the most challenging
and treacherous in the world. To qualify for the Starbucks Moloka'i Challenge,
local competitors are required to participate in the Poa'i Puni race series
and meet specific finishing time criteria. Poa'i Puni, organized by Kanaka
Ikaika, is a series of coastal races which take place between early January
and the end of April. Visit y2kanu.com
for details on the 2007 race or phone Kalau Jones at 808-222-5020.
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| July 26 |
MOLOKAI TO OAHU PADDLEBOARD RACE
Australia stamped its dominance again on international paddleboard racing
in 2007, swamping an international field of more than 70 paddlers to take
the top places in the 32-mile Quiksilver edition Molokai to Oahu Paddleboard
Race. Considered to be the world championship of long distance paddleboard
racing, the event was won by 25-year-old Jamie Mitchell in a time of five
hours, 44 minutes and 40 seconds. This year promises to be an event you
won't want to miss. Starting at Kaluakoi Beach on Molokai at 7:00am and
finishing at Maunaloa Bay, Oahu around 12:30 pm. Contact Mike Takahashi
at 808-638-8208 or at mtakahas@cagpc.com
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| August TBA |
STATE BOW HUNTER TOURNAMENT
9th Annual Nationally Sanctioned Event. 25 Target - Marked Animals. Divisions
include; Freestyle, Barebow Bow hunter, Barebow Freestyle or Traditional
(Recurved or LongBow). Age groups include: Cubs (11 & Under), Youth (12-14),
Young Adults (15-17), Adults, (18 & above), Guests and Olympic Class.
Entry forms and events details can be obtained by calling Aki Kawano at
808-553-3366 or Moses Luczon at 808-553-5780. Spectators are welcome at
no additional charge. Event apparel as well as food & beverage booths will
be available at the tournament.
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| September 19 |
MAUI TO MOLOKAI CANOE RACE
Pailolo Challenge
D.T. Fleming Beach Park to Kaunakakai, Moloka'i (26 miles)
Organized by Hawaiian Canoe Club and sponsored by Coffees of Hawaii. A great
outrigger canoe warm up/pre-race for the Na Wahine O Ke Kai and Molokai
Hoe. Contact Rick Nuu at Hawaiian Canoe Club for details - 808-283-1585.
Entry forms and details available on line at http://coffeesofhawaii.com/culture/ambassadors/canoe
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| September 27 |
NA WAHINE O KE KAI
Women of the Sea
This is it….the finale of outrigger canoe racing for women around the world.
This race ends the 9-month season of outrigger racing. Na Wahine O Ke Kai
is celebrating their 29th year, so please join these outstanding women at
Hale O Lono Harbor on the southwestern shores of Molokai as they compete
in this 40 mile race to Oahu. What a fun way to start your day by watchng
the sunrise and the start of race beginning at 7:00 am on Sunday morning.
The Finish line is fronting the shores of the Hilton Hawaiian Village. Event
organized by Na Wahine Race Association. Contact Hannie Anderson for details
at 808-259-7112 or visit http://holoholo.org/wahine/
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September TBA
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ALOHA WEEK
Aloha
Festivals is Hawaii's premier cultural showcase, a celebration of Hawai'i's
music, dance and history intended to preserve the unique island traditions.
We invite you to explore and find out what makes Aloha Festivals special.
Contact tina.thompson@co.maui.hi.us
or visit alohafestivals.com
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| October 11 |
MOLOKAI HOE CANOE RACE
A 41-mile Outrigger Canoe race from Molokai to Oahu across the Kaiwi Channel,
the Molokai Hoe is considered the world championship of men's long-distance
outrigger canoe racing. The race begins at 7:00 am at Hale O Lono Harbor
and finishes at Duke Kahanamoku Beach in Waikiki. Contact Hannie Anderson
for details at 808-259-7112 or visit
http://holoholo.org/
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November
14 |
FOOD & BUSINESS
EXPO
Top Chefs from Maui, Molokai & Lanai will dish up unique recipes using Molokai
Products. Come taste, come hear and come see what Molokai business is all
about! Business of all types may participate including; Products, Services,
Farmers, Crafters, Merchants, Community Services, Financial Institutions,
Retail, Visitor Industry, Construction and more. Open to Chamber members
and non-members. 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.~ Lanikeha Community Center on Farrington
Avenue in Ho'olehua
Applications are available at the Molokai Chamber of Commerce Office in
Kaunakakai, or visit http://molokaichamber.org/
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| December 5 |
CHRISTMAS LIGHT PARADE & HO'OLAULE'A
Santa comes to Kaunakakai with the annual Christmas Light Parade, which
features only-on-Molokai floats and marching units.
The ho'olaule'a follows the parade with music and entertainment. Plus, contests
for best Christmas tree, best holiday dessert, best ornament and more. Great
fun for everyone.
More information available at the Molokai Chamber of Commerce Office in
Kaunakakai, or visit http://molokaichamber.org
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