Events
Postcards from Home
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Storyteller Kamaka Brown and Singer/Songwriter Kimo Williams present "Postcards from home”. This two-hour production is the story of a young man growing up in Hawaii, going through life and experiencing all that it has to teach. “Postcards” is an emotional journey brought to the audience via music, storytelling and dance. Join us on this magic carpet ride of Aloha!
Lei Hulu, Hawaiian feather workshop
Hawaii Feather Lei Workshops Come to Camarillo
The art of Lei Hulu, the feather lei, is one of the oldest and most traditional art forms in Hawaiian culture. It symbolizes the spirit of Hawaii and is often a sign of respect, dignity, and strength. Feather lei were once made for high-ranking Hawaiian ali'i (chiefs). These lei, cloaks, capes and helmets were worn only by a select few who held certain positions of authority.
The tradition of making feather lei is a highly respected art in Hawaii, as it is considered to be a skill that requires patience and time. Today, there are many respected kupuna (traditionally trained) lei hulu makers who still invest their time and aloha into this art form.
One such kupuna was Aunty Mary Kahihilani Duarte Kovich (1915-1995) originally from Hawi on Hawai’I island who moved to Southern California in 1963. Her love and education in lei hulu began when she became a member of the Hawai’i Daughter’s Guild of California in 1972 and was honored to have been taught by Master Kumu Hulu Aunty Mary Lou Kekuewa. After years of learning, Aunty Mary was given the distinction of being one of the first Master Kumu Hulu on the continent.
The ancient art did not exist on the continent amongst the Hawaiian community and was in danger of becoming lost in the islands as well. Therefore, in 1979 Aunty Mary founded Lei Hulu of California. Through her love for her and her teaching of this Hawaiian art she has inspired new generations of haumana (students) in the traditional and contemporary art of feather lei making. The ancient art of Lei Hulu lives on because of Aunty Mary’s dream to perpetuate the exquisite and beautiful art of Hawai’I’s Ali’i.
Today Aunty Mary’s granddaughter Kumu Hulu Mele Kahalepuna Chun continues the tradition of Lei Hulu in the islands and on the continent teaching the art of making feather lei and has opened the door to the public to learn this wonderful and important skill.
In association with Lei Hulu of California she shares her knowledge with new generations and are a great inspiration to the Hawaiian hulu maker community. The Sandwich Islands Social Network is pleased to produce a two day workshop provided by Lei Hulu of California, taught by Kumu Hulu Mele Kahalepuna Chun and hosted by Kumu Hula Rona Koe and Halau Hula O Pualanina’auali’ioha of Camarillo, California.
This rare opportunity to learn Hawaiian feather lei making in Ventura County presents itself on October 14th and 15th in Camarillo at the Freedom Center. More details about this wonderful weekend immersed in legendary Hawaiian feather making is coming!
A fun evening of music and hula happens on Saturday, October 14th after hulu class! Kanikapila and Ukulele Jam session featuring Lorien and Da Band along with anyone who would like to join in! More on that coming too!
Alondra Park Ho'olaulea
The Ho'olaule'a at Alondra Park in Lawndale, CA is held annually on the third weekend in July. Hosted by Hawaiian Inter-Club Council of Southern California (HICCSC) it is the largest Hawaiian Festival in Southern California. Enjoy continuous Polynesian entertainment, arts & crafts, games, island-style foods, drawings and prizes. Come together each year to share in that spirit we call Aloha!
Free Admission
SISN Lifetime Party: Fullerton
Gonna be a lifetime party for you and me in Fullerton!!
Come and see your friends and enjoy the day!, grind some musubi and shave ice, listen to the sound of ukulele and laughter, see the show featuring Sandwich Islands Favorites: Kimo Williams music, Mark Kiyabu magic and Kamaka Brown comedy.. its going to be fun filled afternoon at a private location in Fullerton! Tickets are limited so don’t put it off. All proceeds go to help Sandwich Islands Social Network connect our community with the spirit of aloha! Click here for tickets!
Whatʻs a party without some local style grindz?
Got to have some munchies for the afternoon, right? Well, Aku Grindz is making some classic Spam musubi along with boiled peanuts and Furikake Chex Mix. Broke the Mout Bakery will be offering delish mochi and ube goodies. Hoʻolina Foundation brings some steamed manapua and tasty shaved ice. Throw in some island style Ice Tea and fruit drinks...and you have a party!
Music in the Courtyard kanikapila style.
Some pre-concert jams will be going on courtesy of Gary Gotori and the Kukui Nuts. Thatʻs right itʻs gonna get nuts out there! Not to be outdone Nate Yaris and Mxʻd Plate Quartet will be serving up some musical treats to add to the festivities as well.
Specialty Vendor.
Marie Kahiau LeFever and “Lucky Mango” life style products will be out eclectic vendor for our event. She has one of a kind items that you didnʻt know you needed! There truly will be something that will catch your eye from beanies to bags to shirts to pins to drink flasks and more!
Southern California Covid Response Team:
Our friends from SCCRT will have an outreach table with staff there to answer questions about the wonderful work they are doing in Southern California to address the pandemic affecting the Pacific Islander communities here. Free Covid test kits will be available to take home.
951 Ukulele:
The biggest little ukulele shop serving the Inland Empire. Owner Gary Gotori will show some of his ukuleles and answer questions you may have about his full service store.
Raffles and drawings.
You will have an opportunity to take home one of the great gift baskets our events are famous for. We want to mahalo 951 Ukulele and Ohana Ukulele for donating two ukuleles for our special raffle. ReezenSceneCo has some very cool eyeware you can win as well.
Sandwich Islands Social Network
For the last 10 years SISN has served the community producing media content and live events that entertain, educate and inform. Learn how you can support this organization helping to reconnect Hawaiians and Hawaiians at heart with the spirit of Aloha. You will want to check out some vintage CDs and classic, out of print, hard to get Hawaiian vinyl records to add to your musical library.
Kamaka Brown
This popular video podcaster, Emcee and comic has entertained audiences for more than 20 years in Southern California and beyond. For our “Lifetime Party” he is joined by singer/songwriters Tdan Hofstedt and Bobby Agno for a funny, musical journey with Kamaka at the helm. Of his stand up comedy style Kamaka says: “eh...I work clean. I shower daily!”
Kimo Williams: Lei of Hawaiʻi
Nov 6 at 4pm, The el Portal theatre in North Hollywood, CA
Alondra Park Hoʻolaulea
Sandwich Islands Social Network will be joining our frequent collaborator, the Hoʻolina Foundation at their food booth. Do drop by and give a shout out to the SISN ohana on both days.
Auntie Geri Kuhia Tribute Concert
Limited seating! ..Make sure to reserve tickets early!
A TRIBUTE TO WILLIE K - Featuring Kaleo Phillips and the Willie K Band
William Kahaiali’i, otherwise known as Uncle Willie K, proved to be one of the most versatile performers. He was a musician’s musician. He performed for years to sold-out audiences all over the world, including here at Temecula’s Theater for our Aloha Series. Sadly, we lost Uncle Willie in 2020. To honor him and his loyal fans, we are presenting A Tribute to Willie K, featuring Kaleo Phillips with The Willie K Band! Kaleo was signed by Willie’s record label, Maui Tribe Records, and selected by Willie K himself, to carry on his music. You know his songs, you know his spirit, come celebrate his life.
Heritage of Aloha Festival
Heritage of Aloha (HOA) is a 2-day Festival showcasing the heritage of Hawai'i & Polynesia with island cuisine, an outdoor marketplace, cultural workshops, and continuous music and dance on a big stage. Join us in May 2022!
Saturday, May 21, 2022 from 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday, May 22, 2022 from 10 am - 5 pm
The Ho'oilina Foundation who organizes this festival is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Proceeds will benefit Southern California Community groups and individuals dedicated to our island heritage! Visit www.HooilinaFoundation.com to learn more.
An Afternoon in Old Hawaii
Hawai'i-nei comes to Beatrice Wood Center for the Arts with an afternoon of performances featuring Aunty Geri Kuhia, Kimo Williams, Rona Koe and her dancers and Kamaka Brown as Master of Ceremonies.