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Ad Number: FHIB-14434 R5 Ad Subject: OHA Malama Loan NSP Ad Size/Color: FP, 9.25" x 11" / 4C Publication: Ka Wai Ola o OHA, June 2008 Ho‘ona‘auao • education Iune2008 | Ola ka ‘Ölelo Hawai‘i Hawaiian language immersion program graduates its 10th high school class Board of Trustees By T. Ilihia Gionson tongue,” said William Pila Wilson, Publications Editor one of the founders of the ‘Aha Pünana Leo and a professor at Haunani Apoliona, MSW ike the many detractors who Ka Haka ‘Ula O Ke‘elikölani, the Chairperson, Trustee, At-large for years doubted the ability Hawaiian language college at the Tel: 808.594.1886 of the Hawaiian language University of Hawai‘i at Hilo. Fax: 808.594.1875 L Email: [email protected] immersion program to nurture the “America is unique in that it ‘öpio to grow into educated, cultur- ignores other languages,” Forman ally grounded, bi-lingual citizens said. “In some places in the world, Walter M. Heen Vice Chair, Trustee, At-large of the world, the sun relentlessly multilingualism is taken for granted. pounded upon the twelve graduates There’s value in speaking more than Na¯wah¯ı graduates listen to a welcoming speech at Ka ‘Umeke Ka¯‘eo, a Hawaiian im- Tel: 808.594.1854 of Ke Kula ‘o Näwahïokalani‘öpu‘u one language.” Unfortunately for the mersion charter school in Keaukaha. From left are: ‘Aulani Kagawa, ‘Iwalani Ku¯ali‘i- Fax: 808.594.0210 Email: [email protected] as they undertook the Ka‘i Hawaiian language, many parents Kaho‘ohanohano, U‘ilani Lindsey, Alana Gouveia, Ma¯lie Na¯ma¯hoe, Makana Lewis and his dad Ka¯wika Lewis. - Photo: T. Ilihia Gionson Mo‘okü‘auhau, an eleven-mile bought into the “mystique of mono- Rowena Akana genealogy walk and rite of passage lingualism” and chose not to speak Trustee, At-large for graduating students. or teach Hawaiian to their children. the Hawaiian community, the two mates plan on post-high school The dozen Hawai‘i Island stu- The language was forced under- laws banning Hawaiian language pursuits from medical school to Tel: 808.594.1860 Fax: 808.594.0209 dents, along with 32 others at ground for most of the 20th cen- immersion education were amend- animation to journalism. Email: [email protected] Ke Kula Kaiapuni ‘o Änuenue on tury until the widespread spiritual, ed. After 90 years, it was again “It feels awesome to be part of O‘ahu, will make up the tenth class political and cultural revival com- legal to teach through the Hawaiian the tenth class... It’s an honor,” said Donald B. Cataluna of graduates from the Hawaiian monly known as the “Hawaiian language. But just because a Ke‘alohilani Medeiros, a member Trustee, Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau language immersion program. In Renaissance” began in the 1970s. Hawaiian immersion education of Änuenue’s class. “I’ve been Tel: 808.594.1881 an era when the United Nations But even then younger generations program was legally permitted excitedly waiting for this since Fax: 808.594.0211 estimates that over half of the weren’t speaking the language. By didn’t mean that it would be imple- the third grade.” Medeiros will be Email: [email protected] world’s languages spoken today the early ’80s it was estimated that mented. When it was clear that attending Chaminade University are in danger of extinction, the fewer than 50 children under age the state had no plans of its own studying forensics. Robert K. Lindsey Jr. Hawaiian language revitalization 18 spoke Hawaiian. to establish such a program, the At the end of Näwahï’s gradua- Trustee, Hawai‘i movement has overcome seem- To get children to speak their ‘Aha Pünana Leo proposed a pilot tion week, which included the Ka‘i Tel: 808.594.1855 ingly insurmountable challenges. ancestors’ tongue, and thus ensure program. In 1987, the Board of Mo‘okü‘auhau, a baccalaureate Fax: 808.594.1883 Once upon a time, ka ‘ölelo the continued life of the language, Education approved the program at service at Hilo’s Haili Church and Email: [email protected] Hawai‘i was the primary language a small group of educators founded Waiau Elementary School in Pearl a ceremony at Moku Ola in Hilo of the Kingdom of Hawai‘i. In the the ‘Aha Pünana Leo, an organi- City, O‘ahu and Hilo, Hawai‘i’s Bay, the formal ‘Aha Ho‘omoloa Colette Y. Machado years following the 1893 over- zation dedicated to revitalizing Keaukaha Elementary School. Kïhei ceremony was held at the Trustee, Moloka‘i and La¯na‘i throw, however, the new govern- Hawaiian language-and thereby In May, 1999, six students at school. With the knotting of the Tel: 808.594.1837 ment pushed hard to eradicate Hawaiian culture-through language Ke Kula Kaiapuni o Änuenue kïhei on the students, this phase Fax: 808.594.0212 Hawaiian. In 1896, the Republic immersion preschools. The idea in Palolo, O‘ahu and five at Ke of their educational journeys was Email: [email protected] of Hawai‘i Legislature passed into was to establish preschools where Kula ‘O Näwahïokalani‘öpu‘u in complete. First, though, Nämähoe law Act 57 regarding the pub- young children could interact with Kea‘au, Hawai‘i graduated. These and her 11 classmates proudly Boyd P. Mossman lic education system. Following native speakers, and later go on to eleven students were the first in rose in unison and performed a Trustee, Maui the model of United States pol- Hawaiian language public schools. over a century to earn high school hula that dates back to the pre- Tel: 808.594.1858 icy regarding the use of Native But it turned out that there were diplomas that were taught entirely contact 1700s. It begins: Fax: 808.594.1864 American languages in schools, legal barriers blocking both actions. in their mother tongue. Email: [email protected] that act decreed, “the English lan- “Public school education This year’s total of 64 gradu- ‘Au‘a ‘ia e Kama e kona moku guage shall be the medium and through Hawaiian was still banned ates come from schools spanning ‘O kona moku e Kama e ‘au‘a ‘ia Oz Stender basis of instruction in all public by a descendant of the law that Hawai‘i, from the twelve at Näwahï Trustee, At-large and private schools.” had closed the Hawaiian medium to Ku‘uleihiwahiwa Kanahele, the The prophetic chant warned of a Tel: 808.594.1877 Michael L. Forman, professor schools in 1896,” Wilson said. lone graduate of Ke Kula Ni‘ihau time when Hawaiians would have Fax: 808.594.1853 of linguistics at the University of Despite the laws, the first Pünana o Kekaha on Kaua‘i. to struggle to hold on to their heri- Email: [email protected] Hawai‘i at Mänoa, said that the act Leo preschool opened on Kaua‘i “This is a big accomplishment tage. It implores the next genera- declaring English the one medium in 1984. Similar preschools were for a program that many thought tion to hold fast, not to part with John D. Waihe‘e IV of instruction in Hawai‘i’s schools opened on O‘ahu and in Hilo the wouldn’t last longer than a year,” tradition, culture, or the language Trustee, At-large was “major.” following year. However, there was said Mälie Nämähoe, one of the that is rightfully theirs. Tel: 808.594.1876 “The ban was especially vig- still no Hawaiian language educa- graduating seniors at Näwahï. These graduates have been Fax: 808.594.0208 orous in the schools. Children tion option beyond preschool. She plans on attending Northern heeding the message of the chant. Email: [email protected] were physically and psychologi- Finally in 1986, following three Arizona University and pursuing a Indeed, the Hawaiian language is cally punished for using the native years of lobbying by parents and career in a medical field. Her class- alive. Ola ka ‘Ölelo Hawai‘i. - | Iune2008 NU HOU • news
By Blaine Fergerstrom Ka Wai Ola Staff Plotting the future of Mauna Kea
ow that the first series of public meetings is over, a Ndraft management plan for Mauna Kea is expected to become available as early as October. In May, Ku‘iwalu, a consult- ing firm contracted by the Office of Mauna Kea Management (OMKM), an arm of the University of Hawai‘i, conducted a series of public meetings to gather input on a proposed master plan for the summit of Mauna Kea Ku‘iwalu principal Dawn Chang told about 50 attendees of a May 13 meeting at the Hilo High School cafeteria that the contents of a draft plan would be “dictated by the community” and that the final plan would have to be “sup- ported and comfortable” to the community. A draft of the plan Moanike‘ala Akaka, former OHA Trustee, shows her husband’s art as an illustration of Hawaiians as scientists at a May 13 Mauna Kea Master will be written only after the com- Plan public meeting in Hilo. Right: Dawn Chang, principal of Ku‘iwalu, told attendees of the Hilo meeting that a draft plan would be “dictated munity has had full opportunity to by the community.” Photos: Blaine Fergerstrom 50, claiming his freedom of reli- comment, she said. As stated on gion was being infringed by the its web site, www.kuiwalu.com, the aim of the Comprehensive mountain needs to be discouraged. Palace so that the citizens could further development of the sum- “Ku‘iwalu is a consulting com- Management Plan. The plan Peter Mills, chair of the observe the stars and planets. “I mit. He asked, “Does it have to be pany that specializes in building comes as a result of a ruling by anthropology department at the am a Hawaiian first, but Hawaiians western science?” community support for economic Third Circuit Judge Glenn Hara in University of Hawai‘i at Hilo were always scientists.” Joey Watts, a Mauna Kea tour development projects.” Hilo, who reversed a state Board worked at the adze quarries near Big Island Press Club president guide and teacher at Waiäkea High About 20 of the Hilo attendees of Land and Natural Resources the summit. He was appalled at John Burnett charged the OMKM School, advocated immediate gave comment or testimony, many decision to grant a permit allow- finding the historic sites disturbed with attempting to restrict news action to protect the mämane trees taking several turns at the micro- ing the construction and operation by visitors “piling up ko‘i, taking coverage on the mountain. He pre- and other endemic flora and fauna phone. Attendees were asked to of the Outrigger Telescopes on the pictures and desecrating the sites.” sented a letter of complaint detail- on the mountain. “They should put comment on four prevalent areas summit of Mauna Kea. The CMP He said he had found ko‘i blanks ing five apparent attempts to curtail a fence around all those trees and of public concern for the summit, is a precondition to granting a per- piled up near the road, apparently news-gathering efforts by members clean the ground underneath” to including, “Do you believe that mit for any future development in abandoned by would-be thieves. of the press on or around Mauna remove invasive species. He sug- anyone who accesses the moun- the Mauna Kea Science Reserve, Akaka asked why Ku‘iwalu Kea by the OMKM. “I originally gested reforestation of mämane tain should receive cultural and an area which is leased to the held this workshop while the issue sent this letter to Bill Stormont (of and koa forests on lands stripped environmental orientation?” University of Hawai‘i. was in court. On the question OMKM) in January. I still haven’t by grazing animals. Reynolds Nähokualaka‘i Currently, 11,000 acres of ceded of cultural training for summit received a reply.” OMKM repre- OHA Trustee Walter Heen Kamakawiwo‘ole, a kahuna, talked land around the summit are leased visitors, she said: “Isn’t this a little sentatives did not provide an expla- attended the Hilo meeting and about the spirituality and sacredness to the Mauna Kea observatories ‘ökole-backwards? I think you’re nation at the meeting. was recognized as the first Interim of the summit. He suggested that a for $1. asking 30 years too late.” Akaka Mark McNutt called for OMKM Director of the OMKM. new visitor center be built at the Moanike‘ala Akaka, a former complained that scientists and the to prepare an “exit plan” for the Ku‘iwalu has also conducted junction of Saddle and Telescope Office of Hawaiian Affairs Trustee, DLNR had been damaging the telescopes to be removed from several months of “talk story” ses- roads, far below the current center railed about the $1 rent. “Forty- mountain for decades, and asked, Mauna Kea. sions with multiple groups and at Hale Pöhaku. He agreed that seven million Americans have no “When is enough, enough?” Hank Hanalei Fergerstrom, has gathered a wide range of input cultural and environmental training health insurance. UH should pro- Kahalelaukoa Rice, a Gemini from the Temple of Lono, wearing for possible inclusion in a draft should be mandatory for anyone vide millions to the poor for health Telescope outreach assistant with a “Pop the Pimples” T-shirt (allud- plan, which they project will be going up to the summit. insurance.” She asserted that if UH 10 years’ experience at the summit ing to the telescopes as pimples available for review in October Meeting organizers and some can afford hundreds of millions of said that she cherished the moun- atop Mauna Kea), called for no or November. They plan to pres- attendees suggested incorporating dollars for a telescope, UH could tain, “not only scientifically, but further development of the summit ent the draft plan for consider- an orientation similar to that held afford to pay fair market value for culturally.” She said that all sci- of Mauna Kea. Fergerstrom, who ation to the Board of Land and at the Arizona Memorial Center at the land. entists receive training and regard is a second cousin to this reporter, Natural Resources in December. Pearl Harbor. Sanford Kahaia agreed, saying the mountain as sacred. Rice also said that there was no need for a Comment can be submitted at any Two other meetings were also that fair compensation should be pointed out that “King David comprehensive plan. He said he time and the draft progress can held May 6 in Waimea and May 7 in paid to beneficiaries of the ceded Kaläkaua in 1874 brought the first deferred to a greater power, cit- be monitored at the Mauna Kea Kona. Besides gathering input, the lands atop the mountain. He also telescopes to Hawai‘i.” Kaläkaua ing the U.S. Constitution, Hawai‘i Comprehensive Master Plan web meetings also sought to describe said that unfettered access to the placed them on the lawn of ‘Iolani Constitution and Public Law 103- site, www.maunakeacmp.com. - NU HOU • news Iune2008 | Hawaiian Kingdom Government continues to occupy palace grounds Ka Wai Ola Staff has established three branches of government and counts member- s of press time, the ship in the “thousands.” Hawaiian Kingdom On the first day of the occu- AGovernment continues pation, the Hawaiian Kingdom to occupy the grounds of ‘Iolani Government had been denying Palace in Honolulu as it has on access to tourists but was allowing weekdays since April 30. Although students, media representatives the group was denied a permit by and küpuna on to the property all the state Department of Land and day. Laura Thielen, chairperson of Natural Resources on May 19 for DLNR which oversees the prop- breaking some rules, such as col- erty and the palace, said, “We’ve lecting money on the property and explained to them because this is entering off-limit buildings, a new public property there’s a right to Andy Combis of the Hawaiian Kingdom Government guards the King Street entrance to ‘Iolani Palace on April 30, the first day of what the permit was later granted. Permits public access here.” group calls its resumption of the government in its rightful seat. - Photo: Lisa Asato are required for any gathering of 25 Thielen also said DLNR doesn’t of more people, and the group must have the authority to allow the reapply for a permit each week. group to run its government on the the freedom of Hawaiian groups to dents, our keiki and our visitors.” Government has resumed its “We are resuming and assum- premises. “They’re going to have hold an opinion on the overthrow of At the end of the first day of lawful status as the functioning ing our lawful government, the to seek a venue through the courts the Hawaiian Kingdom, we believe occupation, Kahau said that the government,” she said, adding: Hawaiian Kingdom. This is the seat to give that authority,” she said. that blocking public access to ‘Iolani group “definitely” accomplished “There’s not one (sovereign- of government since 1882,” said Kippen de Alba Chu, executive Palace is wrong and certainly detri- its goal for the day. “We’ve been ty) group out there that doesn’t Mahealani Kahau, head of state director of The Friends of ‘Iolani mental to our mission to share the able to come in and make a state- deserve this day. This is not just for the independence group, which Palace, said that.”While we respect palace and its history with our resi- ment that the Hawaiian Kingdom for us; it’s for all of them.”
decreased the moratorium to five Häloa supporters vow to return next year years and would have banned only Hawaiian varieties from genetic modification. By Lisa Asato Bills that passed increased penalties as a tool for deterring activities “The five-year (moratorium) Public Information Specialist Bills awaiting the governor’s signature include such as commercial beach operations that could wasn’t the problem,” said Konanui, these OHA-supported measures: possibly damage archeological or cultural sites. who years ago had supported ith the GMO kalo bill • HB 2704 would establish the Ha‘ikü Valley • SB 2730, which OHA introduced, is aimed GMO as a tool “to save the world.” dead this legislative ses- Cultural Reserve Commission to manage and pro- at boosting child protection by expediting legal He changed his mind, he said, Wsion, taro farmer Jerry tect Ha‘ikü Valley’s abundant cultural and historic recognition of the hänai tradition and would give after attending an international Konanui said supporters of Häloa resources. placement preference to a relative identified by the conference where scientists and are planning to use the upcoming • HB 3177 would increase the maximum pen- state Department of Human Services. DHS would farmers convinced him otherwise. 2008 election to support those who alties for violations in conservation districts to also be allowed to actively seek ‘ohana members to Konanui and other farmers say are friendly to their cause. $15,000 from $2,000 per day. The bill includes assume duties of foster care and to provide applica- taro doesn’t need to be tampered “The job we’ve got now is to continued protection for indigenous gathering tions to any relatives of foster children seeking to with to thrive. remove those (in office) who did rights on conservation land. assume child custody. Konanui said the big issue who did not support us, especially • HB 3178 would impose higher civil penalties Two bills signed into law by Lt. Gov. with the amended bill was that by on the Big Island,” said Konanui, for unauthorized or illegal uses of public lands Duke Aiona have made kalo the official state genetically engineering some taro an eighth generation taro farmer including encroachment. OHA cited the need for plant, and the monk seal the state mammal. varieties, all varieties are threat- from Puna. “We have other people ened through cross-pollination. on other islands also working on He also said the bill would have that too. We want to stress we’re original form would have imposed Pälolo). “It’s normal procedure.” to see pass for further debate. But, denied the counties a say in the not going to go away. Because a 10-year moratorium on genetic Say, who said he used to farm taro he said, the votes were split. Say genetic engineering of taro. they didn’t listen to us, we’re com- modification of taro, died after as did his grandfather and uncle, said said he supported the compromise He said supporters of the ing back next year because we being sent back to committee April the amended bill that passed out of bill because GMO “will make it bill, including ‘Önipa‘a Nä Hui need the numbers to get a bill in, 8 on the floor of the House. “It the House Agriculture Committee pest-resistant and virus-resistant” in Kalo, the largest taro association and they’ve told us directly it will was sent back because the votes following more than seven hours the face of threats like water rot and statewide, call themselves “the never happen again.” were not there to pass it out,” said of testimony was a compromise apple snails. caretakers of our taro,” which Senate Bill 958, which in its House Speaker Calvin Say (D- measure that he would have liked The amended bill would have is held sacred to Hawaiians. - | Iune2008 NU HOU • news
ising beneficiaries that it would suit in state Circuit Court against tractor and bonding company as DHHL resumes work make things pono. Hardware Hawai‘i Ltd. and its well as the interim lender. “So “Our approach has been to do related businesses seeking com- there are checks and balances in on stalled homes all we can to make things work,” pensatory and punitive damages, those relationships that should said DHHL Chairman Micah interest and attorneys’ fees and catch any defaults,” he said. “But By Lisa Asato ner, so we’re stoked,” she said. Käne. “This includes expanding costs. He said the department used I think in this case it didn’t. So in Public Information Specialist In mid-May, the state Department choices beyond the original turn- about $4 million from a contin- order to assure that our beneficia- of Hawaiian Homelands gency fund to cover ries are protected, we’re going to t was a bittersweet moment resumed work at additional costs result- have to require that we’re a party for Laura Henderson to watch the Hilo site under ing from the bank- of the bond so we can intervene if Iher partially built home in contractor Coastal ruptcies. “None of it we have to.” Kaumana, in Hilo, be razed due to Construction. In April, will be recouped from He said the homes in the affect- damage from months of exposure Shioi Construction our beneficiaries,” he ed projects represent less than 5 to the elements. On the brighter resumed work on homes said. “It will need to percent of the “thousands of units side, the fresh start makes room at Kekaha, Kaua‘i. be recouped from our under construction right now.” for a new home for her and her CNS Construction will legal challenges.” While the beneficiaries KWO longtime partner, Julia Ke, on the be the contractor for the Käne said DHHL interviewed all expressed frustra- same lot of homestead land they homes in Pana‘ewa and has worked with Fred tion and took economic hits paying had selected in 2006. a contractor is being Yamashiro, owner of for added months of storage, rent “It brought tears to my eyes,” finalized for Läna‘i. Fredco and Menehune and other things – costs that were Henderson said after watching her The developments Development, since taken care of by DHHL through home being hauled away in pieces. were part of the fallout 1994, including as a grants – they also expressed no But seeing the cleared land gave of the December 2007 contractor on 255 units anger toward DHHL, and banked her renewed hope, and she said bankruptcy of Fredco in Villages of La‘i on the department’s promise to rebuilding from scratch allowed Inc. and Menehune ‘Öpua in Kona, and make things right. them to get unexpected upgrades, Development Co. Inc., attributed his bankrupt- The months of uncertainty and like a propane fireplace instead of which left the projects cies to underbidding. emotional ups and downs for a wood-burning one, and to get it – and its 132 homes in “In a high economy Henderson and her future neigh- better situated in their three-bed- various stages of devel- we’re just going to have bors have come with an unex- room home. “It’s in another cor- opment on three islands to look at capacity more pected benefit. The group, which – in limbo. When the closely, the capacity of includes Judith and Eugene bonding company, Hardware key award to converting it to a the developer to deliver.” Mariano, Iwalani Harris and Joe Hawai‘i, failed to step in and take vacant lot award for those who Kane said the department will Lee Hong, have grown close, over the project, DHHL wished. We have also committed be making technical changes to and when their homes are com- did, prom- to keeping costs to the original the way it handles future scattered- plete – which is expected later contract price and have provided lot projects, which are designed this year – they plan to celebrate emergency financial help to those to provide lessees more input on together with a block party. who needed it.” options. The system involves a In March, DHHL filed a law- contract between the lessee, con-
In March, Julia Ke walked among the homes in Kau¯mana, which are now razed. - Photo: Lisa Asato
Inset: After months of inactivity following the bankruptcy of a former contractor, the state Department of Hawaiian Home Lands resumed work in April on homes in Kekaha with new contractor Shioi Construction, pictured here. Work in Kau¯mana under new contractor Coastal Construction restarted in May. - Photo: Courtesy of DHHL )rB7C7?AE$]AEK!E E?B?D7 &KHULVKRXU+DZDLLDQ+HULWDJH
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Making the connection GENEALOGY Phone: 587-0148 www.alulike.org Hours: Mon.-Fri., 7:45 State Department of Hawaiian RESEARCH a.m.-4:30 p.m. Home Lands (DHHL) through ancestry REFERENCES www.hawaii.gov/dlnr/boc Applications Branch State Department of Health Hale Kalaniana‘ole (new Hawai‘i State Library Vital Records Section Kapolei headquarters) verification 478 S. King St. 1250 Punchbowl St., 91-5420 Kapolei Parkway Phone: 586-3535 Room 103, in Honolulu Hours: Mon.-Fri., 7:45 Ho‘i hou i ka mole much of the confusion and frustra- Hours: Mon., Wed., Fri., Phone: 586-4533 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Return to the taproot. tion and the paperwork.” Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; www.hawaii.gov/doh Phone: 620-9220 www.hawaii.gov/dhhl The return to love and It is a sentiment echoed in the Tues., Thurs., 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Family History Center www.librarieshawaii.org Honolulu Stake FHC The Rev. Joel Hulu Mahoe loyalty for kith and kin after Hawaiian community, where prov- Hawai‘i State Archives 1560 S. 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The staff is understanding. Across the street from Phone: 535-1359 www.rootsweb.com/ share a dream for the Hawaiian “When I started (doing research), I the state Capitol Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8 ~higenweb a.m.-4:30 p.m. Nation. “We need a genealogy didn’t want to do it,” Sianne relates, and main library center with all the information “but once I started doing my own, I in one place, where people could fell in love with it. I thought there come and be helped,” says Sianne. were no records, but then when I Myrna emphasizes that AV is “very Myrna adds, “If we have a cen- looked there were records, and as service oriented. I train my staff tral location, then all Hawaiian I got to know the process, I fell in to direct callers to the appropriate Agencies can come to that place love with it.” Ten years later, veri- agencies and the people who can to verify ancestry. It would relieve fying ancestry is her full-time job. help them. At the end of the conver- sation, people are grateful.” Ancestry Verification is a division of OHA’s Hawaiian Governance Hale. Staffed by two full-time employees and three part-time interns, AV verifies approximately 7,000 Kau Inoa registrations a month, a minimum of 400 per day. The division is also responsible for registering Hawaiians in OHA’s Hawaiian Registry Program, or HRP, initiated in May 2002 to create an updated information base of Hawaiians. Registrants in HRP Myrna Junk, Michael Domingo and Mika Okamura of the OHA Hawaiian Registry hold a banner receive a photo ID card, which showing the Hawaiian Registry card featuring the photo illustration of Hawaiian Registry staffer expires after five years in order to Sianne Mataele. - Photo: Blaine Fergerstrom keep information current. AV issues an average of 200 HRP cards per for example. Auntie might have a far back as they can trace them month at OHA’s Honolulu Office; copy of Grandma’s birth certifi- and keep them at home. We don’t the service is also available at OHA cate,” Sianne advises. If you want to know what will be asked of us in Offices on Kaua‘i, Maui, Läna‘i, get into it, the Rev. Joe Hulu Mahoe the future.” Moloka‘i and Hawai‘i Island. “It’s Resource Center and ‘Iolani Palace Genealogy research can be a nice to see how many people are hold classes to familiarize people powerful means of healing for responding,” says Myrna. with available resources and teach Hawaiians, many of whom have “The greatest challenge we have research techniques. Information breaks in their lineage due to our is getting people to understand what can also be found at graveyards, turbulent history. The greatest we need, and how to get it to us. cemeteries and churches. reward Myrna and Sianne experi- If your birth certificate doesn’t say Some Hawaiians don’t feel that ence is seeing the how excited Hawaiian, you have to link it back they should have to prove ancestry. people get when they find an to your biological Hawaiian ances- Myrna explains that “verification ancestor and make the connec- tor,” Myrna cautions. Of course, protects your identity for your chil- tion. “It makes the person real family is a great place to start. dren and it protects the assets of for them,” says Sianne. Myrna “Usually someone is taking charge, Hawaiians. I encourage everybody agrees. “Enjoy it! It’s an adven- maybe someone at a family reunion, to get their documents together as ture through your history.” Ho‘ona‘auao • education Iune2008 | Project Niu floats electronic coconut
By Blaine Fergerstrom morning by Kaläkaua Middle Ka Wai Ola Staff School sixth-graders at Waimea Bay on O‘ahu’s North Shore. iane Kitajima was so excit- The “coconut,” actually a water- ed about the project unfold- tight black plastic tube fitted with Ling in her office that she satellite transponders, Global Kala¯kaua Middle School students and representatives of the high-tech firm Archinoetics LLC celebrate the launch of the GPS-enabled “electronic posted notes on Twitter.com, a Positioning Sensors (GPS) and coconut” from Waimea Bay, which will help the students track currents online as part of their science class. - Photo: Courtesy of Archinoetics microblogging web site. temperature probes, is the name- LKitajima: Abobe film crew set- sake of Project Niu, a program plays real-time data on a Google are going to learn a lot more,” says ricane, and get damaged.” ting up in our office...Part 1 of 2 funded by the National Oceanic map. The kids watch the “Where’s Jeanne Hua on projectniu.org. Kaili Awo posted for Group 5, filming... the rest will happen on and Atmospheric Administration’s Niu?” page and use the data in As part of their schoolwork, the “Our last hypothesis is maybe it site at Waimea Bay tomorrow from B-WET, or Bay Watershed their science reports. Kaläkaua has Kälakaua children study the Niu, will get damaged by a shark or a 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Education and Training, Hawai‘i integrated Project Niu into the then post reflections to the web whale. OH NO!” LKitajima: Check out www.pro program. Established in 2002, B- school’s science curriculum. site. Before Niu’s release, they Adobe has come on board as a jectniu.org to see what the filming WET aims to create environmen- “The kids are actually pret- develop hypotheses about what sponsor late in the project and the is all about in our office. tally literate students and teachers ty excited about it,” says Erin will happen. After release, they documentary they are producing is The crew from software giant through education. Nishimura, Niu’s project manager. track Niu and compare data with slated to be featured on the adobe. Adobe, makers of Photoshop, Illus- The instrument is set adrift on “Just look at their posts on the their original ideas. It’s an exciting com web site later this year. They trator and Dreamweaver, was in the ocean and sends reports back web site.” way to learn science. are donating Adobe software to the offices of Archinoetics LLC, on its position and sea surface “So far, I have learned tons of Kayla Hiura, posting for Group the participating Hawai‘i school- a Honolulu high-tech company, to conditions via an Iridium satellite things … about the Pali Lookout, 1 students said, “We hope that children to help them document produce a documentary about an constellation link. Information is the watersheds, ancient Hawaiians, the niu will travel all around the the progress of Niu and plan to “electronic coconut” which was logged on the project web site, about the Niu, wind currents, ocean world,” but she recognizes that come back next school year to take going to be launched the next www.projectniu.org, which dis- currents, litter, etc. … I know we it might “… get caught in a hur- a more active role in the project.
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Call Gilbert at (808) 935-8435.” photo hangs a large black-and-white print recognizing his OHA Communications Director Crystal Kua, grandparents as the founders of the family business. upon hearing of the ad, blurted out, “That’s Gilbert He talked about the difficulty of obtaining quality kalo. Chang, Puueo Poi! That’s all the poi in Hilo!” “All the wet taro now is bad. All the lo‘i are over-farmed, Kua is a native of Keaukaha Homestead and some for a thousand years,” he said. “They don’t have the grew up eating Puueo Poi. She wondered where chance for the land to regenerate.” residents would get their fresh, locally produced He complains about the state of kalo growing, “The taro poi if the business were to close. comes in and they’re (the roots) all small, covered with Derek Kurisu of KTA Super Stores was a little snail bites. Those apple snails are ruining the taro.” saddened at the news that Puueo might close. Chang now buys dry-land kalo from Maui. “I ship it in “That’s real tough. It must break the family’s by barge. They harvest around Thursday (in Ke‘anae), take heart” to see the business for sale. it to Kahului and ship it.”
Above: Gilbert Chang shows photos of his parents, Alma and Leslie Chang, founders of Puueo Poi Factory in Hilo. Hilo poi factory may close as owner
Inset: Gilbert Chang, owner of Puueo Poi Factory in Hilo, stands hopes to retire outside his shop near a small patch of dry-land kalo. Chang stands near one of two huge pressure cookers used to steam kalo. - Photos: By Blaine Fergerstrom | Ka Wai Ola Staff Blaine Fergerstrom ith roots planted in the 19th century in Waipi‘o Valley, the Chang family has been providing Wsustenance for Hawai‘i for more than a century. Grandfather Chang Huang and Grandmother Achoi Lee emigrated to Hawai‘i and, at first, planted the staple of their Chinese culture, rice, in the fertile North Hämäkua Puueo Poi is “one of those companies that have been It comes into Hilo Monday and by Tuesday the shop District valley. They later added kalo to the paddy, which around for such a long time. That’s a real big loss, so is in full production. This week he produced 500 pounds became a signature of their family in the Hawaiian unfortunate.” of kalo. “We make for lü‘aus and the catering businesses, Islands. “Gilbert’s father, Leslie, worked real hard,” said Kurisu. and we make little bit for some stores,” but says the factory Their son, Leslie Chang, started Puueo Poi Factory “They always tried their best to provide. They were a real could produce “thousands of pounds” a day. more than 60 years ago. The factory, situated in a Quonset big part of the community, really went out of their way.” Dry-land kalo “is the future of the business. Lots of hut off Kekuanaoa Street in downtown Hilo, grew in its Kurisu bemoaned the cost of poi, a staple in the guys don’t know it, but the future is now. Pretty soon heyday to process most of the poi in town. Hawaiian diet. “You can buy a 20-pound bag of rice for they’ll all realize that that’s where the business is going.” Their grandson, Gilbert Chang, assumed the business $6 or $7, the same price you pay for one small bag of poi, He also makes a few trays of külolo, which are cooling from the family in 2000 and has spent the last 18 years only enough for one meal.” on a table in the shop. continuing the family tradition of cooking and grinding “I guess it just comes down to supply-and-demand,” A large sign, which hangs outside the processing area, kalo root to feed hungry Hawaiian food fans. said Kurisu. “There have been problems with shortages” catalogs all the delicacies formerly produced there. “We “But I only have one daughter, and she’s not interested in the kalo supply recently. KTA stores currently carry used to make kälua pork, laulau, all kind, but since I hurt in continuing the business,” says Chang, who plans to Puueo, Taro, Mountain Apple Brand, and Hanalei poi. my back a couple of years ago, we cut back.” fully retire. Gilbert Chang sits behind the desk in his simple office Chang, in his 70s, thinks it’s time to take a break and He took out a classified ad in the May issue of Ka Wai surrounded by calendars, a clock, the phone and pictures pursue his other interests. He’s been dabbling in woodcarv- Ola, which immediately attracted some attention: “HILO of his family. He is quick to swivel in his chair to point out ing, an example of which hangs over the air conditioner in POI MANUFACTURING business or equipment for sale. a photo of his parents, Leslie and Alma Chang. Above their his office: a beautifully carved Puueo Poi Factory sign. Ho‘ona‘auao • education Iune2008 | 11 Three candidates vie for deanship at UH’s Hawai‘inuiäkea By Lisa Asato Maori scientist, educator and busi- Public Information Specialist nessman, said the school should grant doctoral degrees, produce he University of Hawai‘i at first-class research and a forum Mänoa’s newly established for debate, and serve as a resource THawai‘inuiäkea School of for indigenous people worldwide. Hawaiian Knowledge could have He worked for 31 years at the its founding dean by August. National Institutes for Health in Derek Kauanoe, Moanike‘ala Crowell and Ka‘ano‘i Walk earned law degrees – with specialties in Native Hawaiian law – from the University of Hawai‘i Richardson School of Law. With them is professor Melody Kapilialoha MacKenzie, second from right, who helped L to R: Jonathan start the program. - Courtesy photo by Sunny Greer Osorio, Gary Raumati Hook and Maenette Benham. 3 UH law school graduates - Photos: KWO staff specialize in Native Hawaiian law “Certainly the hope is that we North Carolina and later served five By Lisa Asato Indian Law Review. will have a dean by the start of the years as chief executive of a Maori Public Information Specialist Like Crowell and Kauanoe, fall semester,” said Myrtle Yamada, university, Te Whare Wänanaga o graduate Ka‘ano‘i Walk isn’t Hawai‘inuiäkea’s executive director Awanuiärangi. Hook said he wants ith newly earned exactly sure what the future and a co-chair of the 13-member to increase the school’s percentage law degrees in hand, holds for him career-wise, but selection committee. “Everything of Native Hawaiian students, who WM o a n i k e ‘ a l a the former Kula Kaiapuni o is now in the chancellor’s hands.” comprise about 11 percent of the Crowell, Derek Kauanoe Waiau student says that “My Chancellor Virginia Hinshaw will student body. and Ka‘ano‘i Walk are kuleana is to my people, make the final choice, although there • Maenette Benham, entering the world special- Derek Kauanoe and Moanike‘ala Crowell earned law my ancestors and this ‘äina. is no firm deadline for a decision to a professor at Michigan State izing in Native Hawaiian degrees and specialties in Native Hawaiian law from the Whatever I do, I will carry on be made. She can either hire one of University’s Department of law. The May graduates of University of Hawai‘i Richardson School of Law. - Photo: the kuleana that I have to my the three candidates or decide that Educational Administration and a the University of Hawai‘i Lisa Asato language, to the wa‘a and my none of the candidates are suitable former teacher at Kaiser High and Richardson School of Law culture. I know that this path and continue recruiting for the post. Kamehameha Schools, her alma are the second group of students $630,000 OHA grant in 2005 feels pono and that my küpuna are The public got their first look at mater, said offering minor fields to earn the specialty. to support its work promoting behind me 100 percent.” the candidates during 90-minute of study at the school would help Professor Melody Kapilialoha education, scholarship and com- Kauanoe, who wants to see presentations and question-and- produce well-rounded engineers, MacKenzie helped start the spe- munity outreach in issues of law more Native Hawaiians in the answer sessions held in late April teachers, architects and other profes- cialty program as part of the and justice for Native Hawaiians. law field, started a program in and early May at UH’s Shidler sionals, which would help in nation- Pacific-Asian Legal Studies cer- “With Native Hawaiians look- 2006 with ‘Ahahui O Hawai‘i, the College of Business. building. She also said it wasn’t for tificate at the request of student ing toward self-determination law school’s Native Hawaiian stu- The candidates are: the school to dictate political direc- Malina Koani-Guzman, who with and the right to make their own dent organization. Funded largely • Jon Osorio, an author and UH tion but rather provide a safe place Jocelyn M-Doane and Kalikolïhau choices … I think law is a really through an OHA grant, the Law professor who has served as director where debate could occur. Benham Hannahs graduated with the spe- good lens to look through to bring School Admission Test prepara- of the Center for Hawaiian Studies spent five years working on a Native cialization in 2007. “(The special- about change,” said Crowell, a tion classes have helped to double since 2003, said the school should: American higher education initia- ty) indicates to future employers Kamehameha Schools graduate the percentage of Native Hawaiian establish connections to every tive to help Tribal College and … that (the graduates) have shown who is the first in her family to applicants admitted to the school school and program on campus as it University systems develop into … commitment and dedication to graduate with an advanced degree. in 2008 compared to 2003. has with the law school and others, culture-based hubs of economic the Native Hawaiian community She and Kauanoe participated The program offers several conduct outreach with indigenous development and learning. and Native Hawaiian issues,” said in the school’s Native American sessions each year, Kauanoe said, education agencies to help preserve Hawai‘inuiäkea was estab- MacKenzie. moot court team, which won four and the group plans to expand dying languages, and slow its rapid lished in 2007 with the merg- The specialty in Native awards at a national competition the program to provide textbooks growth to ensure resources can meet er of three existing programs: Hawaiian law will hope- this year. Kauanoe and partner for required courses to first-year demand. Knowledge of the school, Kamakaküokalani Center for fully become a certificate pro- Edward Hu took second place Native Hawaiian law students. its people and Hawai‘i is crucial Hawaiian Studies, Kawaihuelani gram within a few years, said overall, and Crowell and Greg For information, www2.hawaii. as dean, he said, and the incoming Center for Hawaiian Language MacKenzie, who is also the Schlais took the prize for best edu/~ahahui, or for the Center for dean should read all “historical texts and Ka Papa Lo‘i o Känewai director of the school’s Center for brief. Their brief on tribal mem- Excellence in Native Hawaiian written by kanaka maoli even before Cultural Garden. Together, it is Excellence in Native Hawaiian bership and land-use issues, which Law, visit www.hawaii.edu/law they walk through that door.” described as the nation’s largest Law. The center received a will be published in the American and click on Special Programs. • Gary Raumati Hook, a school of indigenous studies. 12 | Iune2008 ku¯k¯aku¯k¯a • community forum
ture and traditions. mencing on areas accessible to the Akua, ‘Äina, Kanaka… We will celebrate Hawaiian arti- public. Signs that warn of safety sans and practitioners who will risks and hazards that had been Spirit, Land, Man… be on the grounds to share their removed are being replaced. knowledge and experiences. Everyone associated with the Visitors will also be able to management of Waimea Valley Past, Present, Future browse and purchase products will continue to respect the past, ‘Äina and Kanaka for centuries in from the Kü‘ono Waiwai. take the best of the present in order By Kaiwi Nui and Gail Chew Waimea Valley positions itself the successful and harmonious bal- We will also be looking at Waimea to perpetuate a culture and way of at this juncture, operating between ance of all parts to the whole. Valley’s extensive botanical collec- life into the future: Akua, ‘Äina, he concept of the piko both the past and the future. The To this end, when Hi‘ipaka LLC tion with a Hawaiian perspective, Kanaka … Spirit, Land, Man … ‘ekolu gives us simple and piko ‘ekolu gives us clear direction assumed management of Waimea helping to educate the public about Past, Present, Future. Tobvious direction in our for the successful advancement of Valley on Feb. 1, 2008, the vision the significance of and describing Kaiwi Nui is OHA’s O‘ahu daily lives, reminding us of the Waimea Valley. was to assure that balance and how Hawaiians used these plants. Conservation Land Manager and proper place and balance of the Kanaka have the choice to serve harmony in management, planning Plans also call for the design- Gail Chew is the interim execu- many parts to a whole. as stewards to ‘äina in efforts to and operations. ing and placement of interpre- tive director of Waimea Valley. For centuries, the Native acknowledge, celebrate and give As an example, Hale o Lono Heiau tive signage and other education Hawaiian realized the hierarchy thanks to akua. Most times, we is a significant cultural icon to the vehicles that describe the ahupua‘a and priority of these “piko,” which choose to confuse the order of valley. The beginning of the restora- of Waimea Valley. We will also be corresponded to three areas of the piko ‘ekolu, placing our own needs tion of Hale O Lono, the return of clearing and identifying kïpuka body: the head (piko po‘o), the before that of ‘äina and akua. Hawaiian protocols to the valley for and areas that are kapu. navel (piko waena), and the groin Contrary to popular thoughts on the first time in many years, and the One of the highest priorities of the (piko ma‘i). The order starts with direction, we must reach into our naming of a Kahu for Hale O Lono Hi‘ipaka Managers is to ensure health the past, manifests itself in the visible past and rely on ‘aumakua mark the beginning of a “new day.” and safety for visitors to the valley and present and realizes itself in the and akua to guide our yet unseen To come, there will be ongo- to establish a business model of stan- future. The proper balance of each future. This is an exciting time for ing activity and establishment of dards, procedures and accountability. piko is seated in the piko waena, Waimea Valley as we ho‘i hou, programs for visitors to encour- Repairs and maintenance that the middle and convergent point return again, to models of land man- age a greater understanding of and had been deferred in the past are between past and future. agement that have well served Akua, respect for Hawaiian values, cul- now ongoing with work com- Hale o Lono Heiau. - Photo: Blaine Fergerstrom
The Trust for Public Land Hawaiian Islands Program Seeks Native Lands Coordinator he Hawai‘i Native Lands Program Coordinator supports and assists the Hawaiian Island Program Director and Hawai‘i TProject Manager in developing, planning, and implementing the goals and objectives of the Hawaiian Islands Program Long Range Strategic Plan and the Tribal and Native Lands Program Long Range Strategic Plan. The position will be based in TPL’s Honolulu, Hawai‘i office. The Hawaiian Islands Program focuses on projects that protect coastlines and properties that perpetuate Hawaiian culture. The Tribal and Native Lands Program is a grow- ing national program that mobilizes TPL’s extensive expertise and resources to assist tribal governments and Native communities with regaining and protecting their traditional lands. This position will coordinate a wide variety of activities from administrative details to project implementation. In general, this positions time is allo- cated as follows: 30% outreach and communications, 30% program and project development, 30% program and project implementa- tion, and 10% general administration/fundraising/strategy. One Year Position Only (continuation of position contingent on raising funding). Full job description at www.tpl.org (click jobs). Salary range: $35,539-$59,231. Interested persons should send resume, writing sample, and two work references to [email protected]. Inquiries may be directed to the Hawaiian Islands Program Director, Lea Hong at 808-524-8560. ku¯k¯aku¯k¯a • community forum Papahänaumokuäkea Meetings seek input MARINE NATIONAL MONUMENT and leaders for ‘Aha We want to hear from you! Moku advisory body The Papahänaumokuäkea Marine National Monument Draft Management Plan and associated Environmental Assessment are now available to the public for review By Lisa Asato and comment. The plan outlines proposed strategies Public Information Specialist to help manage and protect the almost 140,000 square miles of ocean wilderness that is the largest fully second round of public meetings are planned starting in July protected marine conservation area in the world. Come to begin to select leaders from each island to take part in learn more and provide your comments at any one of ‘Aha Moku Councils, which will advise the state on Native A the nine public meetings to be held statewide. Hawaiian resource management practices. A separate informational meeting for Moloka‘i is planned for June The comment period is 75 days. The period began April 5, 6:30 p.m. at Kulana ‘Öiwi, Queen Lili‘uokalani Children’s Center, 23, 2008 and will end on July 8, 2008. Only comments ‘Uluhaimälamalama Room. “The meeting is to inform about the aha submitted within this timeframe will be considered. moku system as well as well as to gather those who are practitioners: mahi‘ai (farmer), lapa‘au (medicine), lawai‘a (fisherman) and even those in hula that are familiar with the waterways from the mountain to the ocean,” said Vanda Hanakahi, chairwoman of the ‘Aha Kiole All Meetings: 5:30pm- 8:30pm Advisory Committee. June 9: Wai‘anae, O‘ahu June 18: Kona, Hawai‘i The ‘aha moku system is site-specific to each ahupua‘a, accounting Wai‘anae Parks & Rec. Complex King Kamehameha Hotel for varying resources and seasons, Hanakahi said. At the meeting, practitioners will also be able to learn from each June 12: Kahului, Maui June 19: Hilo, Hawai‘i Maui Arts & Cultural Center Mokupäpapa Discovery Center other. Mac Poepoe, kahu of Mo‘omomi Beach in Hoolehua, Moloka‘i, provides a “good model of management following Hawaiian prac- June 13: Läna‘i City, Läna‘i June 23: Lïhu‘e, Kaua‘i tices” and could serve as a model for other islands, she said. Poepoe Läna‘i High & Elem. School Hilton Kaua‘i Beach Resort “follows the seasons and he’s very strict about who is allowed in,” she said. Day fishing, for example, is restricted to küpuna and those June 16: Kaunakakai, Moloka‘i June 24: Honolulu, O‘ahu Külana ‘Öiwi Hälau Japanese Cultural Center who are unable to go out to do deep-ocean fishing, she said. Under Poepoe’s guidance, studies at Mo‘omomi are examining uhu spawn- June 17: Käne‘ohe, O‘ahu ing and how moon cycles affect the eating habit of fish, she said. He‘eia State Park Community coordinator Leimana DaMate, said the creation of the ‘Aha Moku Advisory Committee by law in 2007 allows for Native Hawaiian traditional and generational resource management to have Are copies of the plan available? a say in what needs to be done in areas like development and fishing. The four volume Draft Plan and associated Environmental Assessment are available “This is going to be the first time our people are going to have a voice in hard copy format at any Hawai‘i State library. Digital copies can be downloaded in resource management that’s systematic by law,” she said. from the Monument web site and requests can be made for hard copies or PDF The councils will take into account things like seasonal differences copies on disk by calling (808) 792-9530. that “vary from island to island and moku to moku,” she said. The moon calendar, for example, is “days off in different parts of the state,” affecting things like spawning seasons, she said. How can comments be submitted ? Comments can be offered in person at any of the nine public meetings or submitted Les Kuloloio, the committee’s Kaho‘olawe representative, said during the official comment period via mail or e-mail. Please use the following past practices – specific to each area – will be used to protect the contact information for comment submission. You can also visit our web site for state’s natural resources. “One of the problems we’re finding is water more information. issues on every island is different, natural resources issues are dif- Papahänaumokuäkea ferent, and everybody should not be wearing a size 8 shoe,” he said. Marine National Monument “Everybody has to wear their own shoes that fits their islands and 300 Ala Moana Blvd., Rm 5-231 keeps their uniqueness.” Box 50167 “We need to respect Hawaiian science and culture,” he added. “It’s Honolulu, HI 96850 not ‘versus’ (western) science, but to show their are differences of our knowledge of how we should be protecting our natural resources, the [email protected] ‘äina, especially the water, land, shoreline and ocean and everything that deals with our Hawai‘i.” For information on the meetings, contact community coordinator Leimana DaMate at [email protected]. The meetings follow on the heels of about 48 com- munity meetings held statewide since January. Visit us online: papahanaumokuakea.gov 14 | Iune2008 olakino • Your health Cultural sensitivity lights up anti-smoking conference
By Liza Simon becomes a coping mechanism, ing to tailor tobacco prevention Public Affairs Specialist even with its adverse effects,” said campaigns to Kanaka Maoli. “We Donna-Marie Palakiko, a nurse want to get across the message ometimes Leimomi Shearer practitioner with the NHHCS that manufactured tobacco with helps smokers kick the habit on O‘ahu. “Any smoker who chemical additives was introduced Sby advising them to wait comes to us is immediately given by colonization. As the result of until they are ready to quit. She information on health risks of oppression, our people have lost knows what this means. A smoker cigarettes and options for quit- so much and taken up the oppres- from age 12, she tried quitting a ting, but we find it works best sor’s bad habits,” said Santos. dozen times – but could not. Then to use a holistic approach, take Santos and her NHHCS col- she became the Cancer Program time to build a relationship and leagues gave thumbs up to a Coordinator with Hawai‘i Island’s address a person’s overall health.” recent Hawai‘i state Department Native Hawaiian Health Care The latest studies show that all of Health ad campaign for appeal- Health Specialists meet to prevent problems of Pacific Islander tobacco use. Left to right: Shane System (NHHCS). She resolved of the state’s major ethnic groups ing to a sense of ‘ohana with Bradbrook (Maori Smokefree Coalition-Te Reo Marama); Lorrie-Ann Santos (Imi Hale, a program to “walk the talk of wellness,” and – with the sole exception of Native anti-smoking TV messages. In at Papa Ola Lo¯kahi); Andrea Siu (Ke Ola Mamo, O‘ahu); Leimomi Shearer (Hui Ma¯lama Ola Na¯ finally discovered a tobacco-cessa- Hawaiians – declined in their rate of one of the TV spots, a makua ‘O¯iwi (Hawai‘i Island); Donna-Marie Palakiko (Ke Ola Mamo, O‘ahu) Photo: Liza Simon tion medication that worked for her. smoking by about 10 percent over says she gave up smoking, because Now she finds that she has the duration of the last 20 years. she wanted to “live long enough For help in quitting tobacco: energy for canoe paddling and Meanwhile, Native Hawaiians are to see her grandchild graduate.” Ho‘ola Lähui Hawai‘i Hui No Ke Ola Pono her smoke-free life is just better in down less than two percentage But media messages alone – (Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau) (Maui) 244-4647 general. But as exemplary as her points from an overall rate of 29 even well targeted ones – aren’t 246-3511 www.huinomaui.org experience has been, the Native percent recorded two decades ago. enough to end the proportionately www.hoolalahui.org Hui Mälama Hawaiian Hilo resident doesn’t Research also shows that Native high rates of nicotine addiction of Ke Ola Mamo Ola Nä ‘Öiwi hold it up as a model for other Hawaiians have the highest rates native peoples, according to many (O‘ahu) 845-3388 (Hawai‘i) 969-9220 Native Hawaiians who come for in the state for smoking-related who convened at the conference. www.keolamamo.org www.huimala health assessments at NHHCS. diseases including hypertension A major challenge lies in the way Na Pu‘uwai maolanaoiwi.org Mostly, she listens to their experi- and lung cancer. A new world- smoking is entrenched in native (Moloka‘i and Papa Ola Lokahi Läna‘i) 560-3388 www.papaolalokahi.org ences. “Compassion and empathy wide report on disparities in can- communities. In New Zealand, for www.napuuwai.com are the main skills needed for any- cer suggests that indigenous Pacific example, indigenous Maori are one working in tobacco cessation,” Islander populations — including likely to work in low-paying indus- said Shearer. “My major thing is Native Hawaiians, are more suscep- tries where smoking is prevalent, I don’t want people to set up an tible to the cancer-causing proper- said Maori tobacco prevention edu- including Native Hawaiians. dramatic increase in the number unrealistic goal for themselves and ties of cigarette smoke. The report cator Shane Bradbrook. “So you Teens are also susceptible to ads of Native Hawaiians who work as then they fail. There is nothing is carried in the May edition of have an overlap of several subcul- that depict smoking as a “cool cancer researchers from an initial worse than feeling like a failure.” The Lancet Oncology, an interna- tures, where smoking has becomes thing.” Conference participants five to 150. “This means we have Shearer’s sensitivity may seem tional medical research journal. the social norm,” said Bradbrook. said outreach to Native Hawaiian (healthcare professionals) attuned like an unlikely weapon to combat At the recent conference, repre- Making changes to the social youngsters is a top priority. to the problems affecting Native the tobacco industry’s expenditure sentatives of NHHCS, a statewide norm often means making laws, In conducting a NHHCS Hawaiian smokers. If they know of more than $24 million per day to healthcare for Native Hawaiians, Bradbrook added. In response to cancer assessment study in the the problems their clients face on advertise and market its deadly and said the grim statistics prompted public pressure on lawmakers, Waimänalo area last year, Palakiko a daily basis, they are able to gain addictive products. But at a first- the launching of a new health the New Zealand government has was alarmed to find a large por- their trust and work from there,” ever tobacco use prevention con- education brochure that depicts now banned smoking in cars in tion of teenage girls were tobacco said ‘Imi Hale’s LorrieAnn Santos. ference recently held in Honolulu smoking as “anti-Hawaiian.” On order to protect child passengers users. Most, however, reported New projects now underway specifically for Native Hawaiians the cover of the brochure, a quote from the proven harmful effects wanting to quit. “This means with support from NHHCS and and Pacific Islanders, health from noted Native Hawaiian phy- of second-hand smoke, he said. we have to make ourselves and its parent agency Papa Ola Lökahi experts said more sensitivity is sician Dr. Kekuni Blaisdell offers And the anti-smoking laws are tobacco cessation efforts more vis- range from research into the genet- key in helping indigenous popula- this insight: “Kanaka Maoli did being strictly enforced in New ible in the Hawaiian community ic basis of smoking-related cancer tions decrease their smoking rates, not consume harmful chemicals, Zealand, said NHHCS’s Donna- in order to help,” said Palakiko. in Native Hawaiians to the devel- which have remained stubbornly such as tobacco and alcohol.” Marie Palakiko, who attended But visibility takes funding. opment of a popular “outreach kit” high in spite of sweeping tobacco The brochure was funded by a New Zealand healthcare con- And because funding from the on Kaua‘i that awarded puka shell use prevention education funded a grant from the Asian Pacific ference last year. Palakiko also state’s share of the Tobacco Master bracelet charms for every day that a since 1998 under a landmark Partners for Empowerment said that cigarette advertising is Settlement is provided on a year- smoker refrained from lighting up. Master Settlement Agreement Advocacy and Leadership and “subdued” in Maori communities. to-year basis, it is often a challenge “We have to admit it’s just not between the tobacco industry and marked an important departure By comparison, indications are to sustain anti-smoking programs. easy to break this bad habit,” said 46 states – including Hawai‘i. from generic materials produced on that smoking in the U.S. contin- Nonetheless, Native Hawaiian NHHCS’ Leimomi Shearer. “I walk “For our clients at NHHCS, the U.S. continent, said LorrieAnn ues to be “glamorized” by the healthcare providers say they’ve by my co-workers who are on smok- smoking is very often related to Santos, a program manager for tobacco industry. Studies show become more strategic in using ing breaks. I miss socializing with difficult stressors in a other depart- ‘Imi Hale, the Native Hawaiian that the media messages are available funds for tobacco inter- them, but I am listed as a resource ments of a person’s life, like job Cancer Network, which works often aimed specifically at mar- ventions in the communities they person for the local tobacco quit-line loss or homelessness. Smoking closely with NHHCS in help- ginalized socio-economic groups, serve. One sign of progress is a and so I just have to keep walking.” Olakino • Your health Iune2008 | 15
in expressing the ‘ohana’s pride are due to higher use of alcohol, The first-year lü‘au … traditionally and happiness. Over time, the drugs and cigarettes during preg- ‘aha‘aina pälala evolved into the nancy by Hawaiian mothers. happiness.” Thus, the ‘ohana and were offered and eaten. Mahiki first-year lü‘au. Kawena Puku‘i What about that chain of hered- By Claire Ku‘uleilani mother are charged with rigor- shrimp, limu kala (seaweed), and noted that modern celebrations ity and heritage from ancestors? Hughes, ously protecting the “soundness ‘a‘ama crab were eaten to help free hold little of the original aloha Perpetuating the cycle of mana is Dr. PH., R.D. of (infant’s) body” beginning pre- the newborn from malicious influ- spirit of the ‘aha‘aina pälala. our earthly kuleana. Currently, it’s natally and extending throughout ences, preventing bad behavior Hawaiians understood how frag- a huge challenge! The problem life. Food eaten by an expectant and ill luck. The mollusk, kuapa‘a ile the first year of life is. Ponder is evident, the solutions are not ecent newspaper articles mother must be rich in protective (hold fast), was required to secure these recent facts. Worldwide, easy. However, it is our prob- revealed some confusion nutrients and weight gain carefully goodness, firmly, in the hearts of about 2 million babies die with- lem to wrestle with and solve. Rabout baby’s first-year monitored. Hawaiians believe that family who were present and who in their first 24 hours. The U.S. Let’s do something, quickly, lü‘au. One writer made it all about parental behaviors and a mother’s ate the food. The mother and fam- newborn survival rate ranks near to assure the health of the next the mother, thinking it marked food choices greatly influence the ily ate all the food representing the bottom among industrialized generation and perpetuation the point of diminishing demands unborn child’s nature and charac- Lono and focused on the infant’s nations. The infant death rate of of mana from our ancestors. on her time. Concerns were also ter. The focus is a healthy child. spiritual and physical welfare. 6.3 per 1,000 births puts the U.S. raised about the cost and guest list. Traditionally, the first “celebra- At the end of a year, a larger in 33rd place among nations. In This reflects Westernized think- tion” occurred within the first 24 festivity, the ‘aha‘aina pälala, was 2004, Hawai‘i reported 104 deaths ing. Let’s talk about Hawaiian hours of birth. At the “‘aha‘aina given for the child. The ‘aha‘aina of children younger than one year, traditions surrounding arrival of a mäwaewae (path clearing)” sacra- pälala is to dedicate a lifetime giving Hawai‘i a ranking of 15th newborn into the ‘ohana. ment, the immediate family dedi- of love, teaching, supervision and among U.S. states (with 1 being Traditionally, the entire ‘ohana cated the infant to the ‘aumäkua purpose for the child. Extended the best and 50 being the worst). was involved in preparations for (ancestral guardians) and set his ‘ohana and friends participated A year ago, this column reported the new child. Kawena Puku‘i is feet on the spiritual path of his and expressed their devotion and that among all of Hawai‘i’s moth- clear, the ‘ohana’s responsibility mäkua. A pig, raised especially for great aloha. Gifts offered included ers, Native Hawaiian women have to the unborn and young infant, this event, was prepared with sev- prayers, mele (chants) and hula. more “adverse (poor) pregnancy is “protecting from evil, bless- eral kino lau of Lono. ‘Ama‘ama Family and friends brought some- outcomes” and have 26 percent of ing with good things, (and) pro- (mullet) and/or äholehole, and thing to add to the meal or fes- all new birth-defect cases. Studies Hawaiians view infants as links in a chain of heredity viding prestige, well-being and leaves from the Ipu o Lono kalo tivities, and everyone participated showed most of these challenges and heritage. Photo: Arna Johnson
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After more than a year of A new network reaches work, Edgy Lee launches in June Pacific Network. tv – an internet-based way beyond the reef network featuring a Native Hawaiian theme. - By Liza Simon stereotypical images of life in the Photo: Courtesy of Pacific Public Affairs Specialist Hawaiian Islands: “In distributing Network.tv my own films about Hawai‘i to he old adage to “think global markets, it’s been my expe- local and act global” is get- rience that so few people know Tting kicked up by Pacific about the true Native Hawaiian Justice,” where Network.tv, which launches this culture and the struggle to per- retired judge and month after a soft launch in May petuate that culture,” said Lee. current OHA – to beam nine distinctive chan- To ensure that the new plat- Trustee Boyd nels of Hawai‘i-based content on form for Hawaiian media is not Mossman and to computer screens around the obstructed the commercial bias of KUMU radio per- world. This is Hawai‘i’s first inter- outsiders, Lee’s Pacific Network. sonality Frank B. net-based television network and it tv relies heavily on local under- Shaner ask viewers is the brainchild of noted Hawai‘i writers and sponsors. OHA is one to become jurors in filmmaker Edgy Lee. of the founding underwriters of the deciding the ver- Lee conceived of the net- enterprise. Other Hawai‘i-based dict of a hypotheti- work as a compelling and candid local investors or partners include cal legal case. In cyberspace stage for media por- KGMB9, Hawai‘i Public Radio, yet another nod to a traits by Hawai‘i-based creators the local affiliate of TimeWarner younger audience, about Hawai‘i. Of course, Pacific Telecom and the Hawai‘i Tourism another channel Network.tv is meant to entertain Authority. “Volunteers” can sup- will invite viewers audiences from Papakölea to port the network by pitching in to upload songs Paris, but it will also go a long annual dues of $35. In the mean- and videos. away toward dispelling persistent time, the network’s compendium The network of small and big screen images – impressions of what goes on here, also offers writers, producers, from photography to feature films so imagine the change when they and media artists of all kinds in – all with Hawai‘i ties, is free to see news events streamed live,” Hawai‘i the opportunity to con- Native Hawaiian Historic the public on Pacific Network.tv. said Lee. tinue doing the work they do in “Many people who have never The new network will also the place they call home while Preservation Council set foot in Hawai‘i are on aver- include channels that feature also reaching out to audiences age about 75 years behind in their interactive programs like “Local far beyond Hawai‘i, said Lee. accepting applications The OfÞce of Hawaiian Affairs - Native Hawaiian Historic Preservation Council (NHHPC) is presently accepting applications for the at-large seat to fulÞll the uncompleted term ending December 31, 2008. Individuals interested in serving on the advisory body to the OHA Board of Trustees on issues pertaining to historic preservation and cultural conservation are chosen to assure a broad and balanced geographical representation of professional and cultural disciplines involved with historic preservation. We are also accepting applications for the LanaÔi seat to fulÞll the uncompleted term ending December 31, 2010. Applicants must reside on LanaÔi. Please contact Pearl Ah Ho, OHA CRC on LanaÔi, telephone (808) 565-7930 for an application. The mission of the NHHPC is Òto improve the quality of life and ensure the cultural identity of Native Hawaiians by preserving and perpetuating Native Hawaiian cultural and historic resources, and empowering all Hawaiians to participate in the stewardship of these properties, traditions, practices and values.Ó Members serve without compensation; however, travel expenses are covered by OHA. Monthly meetings are usually held at OHAÕs Honolulu ofÞce on the 4th Monday of each month. For further information, call the OfÞce of Hawaiian Affairs on your island: Hilo, 920-6418; Kona, 327-9525; Maui, 873-3364; MolokaÕi 560-3968; KauaÕi 241-3508; LanaÕi 565-7930. You may also call Apolei Bargamento at 594-1961 on OÕahu. Download the NHHPC application form at www.oha.org. Completed application must be e-mailed or postmarked by 4:00 p.m. Friday, June 20, 2008 to: [email protected]. Mail to: Apolei Bargamento, NHHPC, 711 KapiÔolani Blvd., Suite 500, Honolulu, HI 96813.
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Tyranny and iwi exposed are aware of differences between HAWAI‘I TOURISM AUTHORITY those who understand and benefit Call for Nominations By Alika Poe Silva all the way up to the active-spon- from a system and those who are sored genocide. But ‘ohana, most exploited by it! Political scientists loha nö ‘ohana, remember modern oppressors practice more analyze power structures in which 17th Annual what our küpuna taught sophisticated forms of discrimi- a ruling class has acquired an Aus about our sacred rock nation through their control of inordinate amount of power versus Keep It Hawai‘i canoe, how it carries the souls legal, educational, economical and those who are held in tyranny or of our ancestors back and forth political forces. An example is the in literal bondage! ‘Ohana, many Recognition Awards to I‘O Lani Palace to defend our misinformation by the American- perspectives can illustrate this Independent Hawaiian Kingdom controlled television and news point of view of a “power elite” State for generations to come! Our media by downplaying the inde- and how their view is privileged küpuna visualized, practiced and pendent Hawaiian Kingdom State yet substandard. But ‘ohana, to taught us about our genetic connec- Government as an activist native apply this knowledge and insight tion to our ‘äina and Kukaniloko, Hawaiian group locking the gates to our “Traditional Hawaiian the piko of O‘ahu and all Hawai‘i (April 30, 2008) of our I‘O Lani Comprehension” requires our Loa. Their dream is defined in Palace (seat of our independent independent state to ‘Onipa‘a action, in our traditional kanaka state) and keeping the U.S. and käkou as tutu Lili‘uokalani posi- comprehension. One example is Linda Lingle’s subtle extermina- tioned us – to seek justice! ‘ai pöhaku (rather eat rocks than tion squad outside. ‘Ohana, the This demonstrates why there betray those still to come)! majority of the U.S. government is enormous cost for all human- Awareness is influenced by and its people, of course, were ity when traditional comprehension traditions as in the instance when totally misinformed of Lingle’s defines education systems (its world one culture perceives more colors subtle military act. Hawaiians view, its way of comprehending than another (Hawaiian: colors of (international rights and analytic the world, its language, literature, the ocean and sky; Eskimo: more language) comprehend time with- even oral, religion, ways of heal- shades of white and kinds of snow). out the linguistic and media super- ing, human relations, etc.) and is The Keep It Hawai‘i Recognition Awards Küpuna, continue to steer our rock structures (tenses) of inflected discriminated against for “globalized honor the authentic portrayal of the Hawaiian away from the U.S.-sponsored languages like American-English, corporate non-culture profiteers.” culture, within an appropriate Hawaiian context, genocide, which is forcefully car- temporarily distracting the U.S.- ‘Ohana, our küpuna visualized that, thus showcasing the host culture of Hawai‘i to ried out by the U.S. Army and prolonged military occupation. “Life is ka ‘imi loa, the great search visitors and residents alike. State Historic Preservation Division But, ‘ohana, even correcting mis- that involves all aspects of sensitivity, This year, the prestigious Keep It Hawai‘i (SHPD), which should be called the information does not remove the perception, intelligence and action.” - illegal extermination division. desire of the superpower (U.S. Küpuna taught us alertness, intel- Kahili Award will be presented to recipients from the islands of Hawai‘i, Kaua‘i, ‘Ohana, please ask the U.S. government) to stop their fascism lectual curiosity, quickness to learn, - Army and the SHPD for respect against small independent states. tenacious memory, family, place and Lana‘i, Maui, Moloka‘i and O‘ahu, and Out-of-State (Mainland U.S. and overseas) and to honor our more than five Yet it is mandated at internation- pono as well as the unique stories, within the three categories of individual, ratified treaties. Yet, they go on a al conventions and by U.S. federal descriptions and even vocabularies, organization, and business. long holiday from the law so devel- law to protect Hawaiian traditions observation and completeness. Thus, opers can ramp up the SHPD’s and and its traditional properties from traditional Hawaiian comprehension Nominations will be judged on Authenticity, the U.S. Army’s subtle genocide discrimination on one end of the is comprehensive or more inclusive Usage, Educational Value, Uniqueness, program to our sacred sites. spectrum to destruction on the in its understanding. The modern Longevity and Commitment into the Future. Remember, ‘ohana, who we other. Yet, ‘ohana, Hawai‘i as an “sound bite” is not our tradition! are and that our küpuna signed independent state with its record ‘Ohana, remember, we are always the Ku‘e Petition of 1897-98! We of its own traditional Hawaiian faced with deliberate failures and Nominations must be received no later than TUESDAY, JULY 1 2008, by 4:30 P.M. continue to object to the big He‘e/ comprehension is subtly exter- lackadaisical attitudes regarding our (no late entries will be accepted) at the office of: fish (giant octopus), ike maka minated, for instance, by calling comments and concerns, yet we kökua HAWAI‘I TOURISM AUTHORITY ‘ohana. It uses NO-SHADOW to “Kahuna” sorcerers, prosecuting and ask OHA and others to seriously Hawai‘i Convention Center, Floor 1 - eat our mo‘opuna, küpuna and spiritual practices and presently fund more attorney programs for the 1801 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, Hawai‘i 96815 ‘äina! Always remember, ‘ohana, destroying our sacred places of preservation of our national trea- ike papa lua, Traditional Hawaiian worship, i.e., Käneikapualena, sures. ‘Ohana, if you can help end For the nomination packet and full details on the Comprehension entails heredity U-Käne-po, Käne-ana, Haleauau this tyranny and crimes against our criteria guidelines and application process, go to: (DNA, hardwiring of the brain, Heiau/Ka ‘anani‘au and others! people and Independent Hawaiian www.hawaiitourismauthority.org evolution of outlook, traditions Remember, ‘ohana, apprecia- Kingdom State, your pono kökua Or call program coordinator Martin Schiller, and language). But what is usu- tion of traditional Hawaiian com- will be a godsend, as are our ratified The Schiller Agency (808) 227-6002 or (808) 531-1800 ally fought over is traditional and prehension and practices requires Treaties Ku‘e Petition! Ike-maka- [email protected] linguistic superiority. Oppressive learning less oppressive and/or ‘ohana, www.HawaiianKingdom. cultures (by military, economic majority perspectives and prac- org. Mahalo nö ‘ohana and I‘O lako, or illegal conquest, etc.) “always” tices. Historians have learned ua mau ke ea o ka ‘äina i ka pono. spread the myth of their priority to distinguish between “illegal Alika Poe Silva is Kahu and the inferiority of those they occupies history” and the often Kulaiwi, Koa Mana, kupuka‘äina illegally occupy, wrongfully justi- oppressed narratives of the occu- o Wai‘anae, wahi pana, fying various levels of domination pied disenfranchised! Economists O‘ahu, Hawaiian National. ustin Kawika Young went from near obscurity less than a year ago – playing gigs in Los Angeles bars “for four hours a night for, like, peanuts, and people are watching the Lakers game over your head” – to touring with The Goo Goo Dolls and Lifehouse as part of platinum-selling artist Colbie Caillat’s band.
No doubt life on the national stage has its share of perks, like VIP seats at Foot on Sand,” his Hawaiian-language CD featuring many originals, she says. promising recording project fell flat. of JMadison Square Garden, shooting the breeze with John Mayer at a party and “He doesn’t get to play as much Hawaiian music as he wants to, but when we’re “I had finally been doing showcases, meeting with record labels, flying out to hanging out with Chicago Bears kicker Robbie Gould (Young is a self-described at home that’s all he sings. He’s with his Darren Benitez and Dennis Pavao songs New York, recording tracks with some really great musicians with Ed Tuton who “huge Chicago Bears fan.”) But life on the road also has its realities: Time for and Mäkaha Sons.” was producing it,” Young says. “It felt like everything was finally happening, but Leap Faith friends is rare, and days off, usually Sundays, are spent catching up with e-mails, Maduli’s father, Kata Maduli, produced One Foot on Sand, released on the after about one-and-a-half years of this exciting feeling – like I was on the verge phone calls and chores. “That’s the of something – everything kind of dissipated. I was left with some great experi- Justin Young keeps exciting thing, when you actually have ences and some nice songs recorded, but nothing going on. I spent a lot of money clean laundry,” he says. traveling out to New York, and so I just didn’t know what to do. It took me awhile Caillat and her band performed for to find my way back.” ‘one foot on sand’ while the first time in the Islands recently, “A lot of people want to At around the time he completed All Attached, in 2007, Caillat’s debut CD spending several days here in between Coco, was released, launched with the help of 100,000 friends on MySpace. gigs on the Tonight Show with Jay Young knew Caillat and the members of her band before she was famous – a making it big on the Leno to showcase her latest hit, Realize, do a lot of stuff, but they mutual friend had told Young after hearing him perform, “You have to meet my and in Japan at the MTV Video Music friend (Colbie), you’re like the male version of her.” So when the band was national stage Awards. looking for a guitarist and backup singer, Tim Fagan, the band’s guitarist and a On stage at the Sheraton Waikïkï, the get really comfortable. Punahou graduate, called Young. Three auditions later, Young became the band’s band headlined the Diversity Harmony By Lisa Asato Peace event – a follow-up to the previ- ous night’s popular lantern ceremony Have faith in what you do Public Information Specialist at Ala Moana Park put on by Nä Lei There’s going to be that Aloha Foundation – bringing togeth- er Hawaiian music heavyweights like if you love doing it. ... Amy Hänaiali‘i Gilliom, Keola Beamer, leap of faith when you start Raiatea Helm and Natalie Ai Kamauu. On stage, Young, wearing dreadlocks, a button-down col- lared shirt and jeans, sang back up and played his Gibson J45 questioning, ‘I don’t know if guitar – a “modern classic” of which he now has two thanks in part to Gibson’s sponsorship of Caillat. In the middle of the set, he grabbed an ‘ukulele to debut the band’s newest this is a good idea. I don’t version of Bob Marley’s Turn Your Lights Down Low. “We always warm up to Turn Your Lights Down Low,” Caillat says after the show, sitting in a meeting room with an know anybody in this town.’ ocean view. “It’s cool ’cause having him sing on it, the crowd they go nuts – his voice, his style of singing, it’s the whole reggae style and it fits the song and people dig it.” newest member. “Within a week of getting that phone call I was pretty much on Caillat describes Young as “the cutest thing ever – his the road up until now so it was a pretty quick, drastic change, but it’s great, and voice is gorgeous.” I love it,” says Young. “I love how his voice is just so soulful and how he can play The band starts a national tour with John Mayer next month. Young, a song- the ‘ukulele and bring the whole Hawaiian At far right, Young shares the stage with drummer Michael Baker, Caillat, and guitarist Tim Fagan, a Punahou grad. Many of Caillat’s five band members have writer and a singer at heart, is planning on using some of his time off in August acoustic, laid-back style to my songs ’cause Hawai‘i ties, including Caillat, whose family has visited Kaua‘i once or twice a year since she was 12. She even worked at Bubba’s Burgers on Kaua‘i. “to do something different and get into a real studio,” says Young, whose musical that’s what my music needs,” she says. “And Top right: Young cruising after the show. Above inset: At home in the world. Young has performed across the states and abroad. Photo: Courtesy of Justin Young influences include Stevie Wonder, Boyz II Men, Brian McKnight and soul singer the fact that he and (guitarist) Tim (Fagan) are FaithDonny Hathaway. “I’d like to get a couple players together that I like, probably from Hawai‘i and they can add that to my music it’s just great.” Tropical Music label in 2003, after hearing Young perform “I Kona” at a CD some guys in the band and record at least an EP (extended play), if not an entire Best known among his Hawai‘i fans for hits like “Big Yellow release party. “I never knew he sang Hawaiian until he went on stage,” Maduli album. Something with a different sound than the last album, more live, a little Taxi” and “Leaving on a Jet Plane,” Young’s roots have been musi- recalls. “When I heard that, my executive (Lea Uyehara) and I looked at each more soulful stuff.” cal from day one. His mom, Jan, had classical music playing at his other: ‘Wow, he’s got a strong falsetto.’ ” With some urging by McKenna, “we As for his message to aspiring musicians, he says, make a leap of faith. “A lot birth. And when he developed his own musical tastes, the “first decided to go for it,” Maduli says. Collaborators on the project included John of people want to do a lot of stuff, but they get really comfortable. Have faith in music I remember learning and playing was Hawaiian music,” says Cruz, Barry Flanagan, Cyril Pahinui, Jeff Rasmussen and Ilona Irvine. Kama what you do if you love doing it. There’s going to be that leap of faith when you Young, who moved to Los Angeles in 1999 to pursue a solo music Hopkins of Holunape provided most of the translations, and Puakea Nogelmeier start questioning, ‘I don’t know if this is a good idea. I don’t know anybody in career. “I used to go to sleep with 1420 AM KCCN. So few stations also translated. Some of Young’s songs were used by Kamehameha Schools in its this town.’ actually play traditional Hawaiian stuff – I love that.” annual song contest, Maduli says. “I think the best writers are the bravest, like willing to reveal the most, Above: Justin Young performs at the recent Diversity More than contemporary island music, it’s the traditional music Young got to revisit his Hawaiian music roots the night of the Waikïkï perfor- which is scary,” he says, adding that even he and Caillat get nervous and Harmony Peace event in Waikïkï as part of Colbie of Hui ‘Ohana and others, he says, that “touches a special place mance with a concert with friends and fellow musicians like Kata Maduli and have to overcome stage fright. “If you can imagine your worst fear, what- Caillat’s band. At right: Young with fans Kanani, and brings a lot of memories back for me.” Ernie Cruz, at Anna Bannana’s. Young’s most recent release, All Attached, is ever it is and agree to face it every day, that takes a lot of courage. … Kawena and ‘Alohi Bikle, at the Sheraton Waikïkï. His girlfriend, McKenna Maduli, can attest to that. “I used to the product of two years of writing and recording “on my computer in an empty Have faith, be comfortable with walking into fear, and do it anyway.” Photos: Blaine Fergerstrom travel with Justin and dance hula while he was promoting One bedroom.” The CD, which describes the interconnectivity of things, came after a - 20 | Iune2008 Na hanana • EVENTS
Hälau Wa‘a Ceremony Sat., June 28, 6 p.m. Family Day at Polynesian Cultural Center features a grand opening of the voyaging attraction Hälau Wa‘a, including the first public welcome of its new double- hulled, 57-foot Hawaiian voyaging canoe, Iosepa, as well as hands-on activities and a free nighttime con- cert. Children 3 to 11 free with the purchase of an adult general admission ticket. 293-3333 or www.polynesia.com.
The all-wood voyaging canoe Iosepa. - Photo: Courtesy of Ray Magalei
Kua ‘Äina 2777 Kaläkaua Ave. $25, $10 style and performs with his Sun., June 1, 4 p.m. for ages 7 to 12, free for chil- Hälau Leo Nahenahe O Pöhai Catch the a cappella stylings dren 6 and under. 440-9015 or Kealoha. Kaina’s rich reper- of Kawaiolaonäpükanileo as www.waquarium.org. toire of Hawaiian “oldies but they share songs of the land, goodies” dates back to the with the help of special guests NÄ HÖKÜ HANOHANO early 1900s. Kïlauea Military Hälau Mohala ‘Ilima led by AWARDS Camp Theater in Hawai‘i kumu hula Mapuana de Silva, Tues., June 17, doors open at Volcanoes National Park. $15 and Hakipu‘u Charter School. 5:45 p.m. and $13 in advance ($2 more Palikü Theater, Windward Ballots are in! Recording at the door). Sponsored in Community College. $15, artist newcomers Hökü part by the State Foundation KAMEHAMEHA $12. 524-3078 or email kawai Zuttermeister and Näpua Grieg on Culture and the Arts. 808- [email protected]. have the largest share of nom- 967-8222 or www.volcano inations for the 31st annual artcenter.org. WAIKÏKÏ AQUARIUM’S Nä Hökü Hanohano Awards, DAY “KE KANI O KE sure to delight with other KALA-BASH PARTY ON KAI” 2008 SUMMER surprises. The gala ceremony MERCHANT STREET! CONCERT SERIES recognizes excellence in local Fri., June 21, 5–9 p.m. une 11 honors King Kamehameha the Great, Annual concert series features music and also raises money With help from this annu- who first unified the islands in 1795. The cel- an impressive bill of Hawaiian to fund Hawai‘i Academy of al fundraiser, Kumu Kahua Jebration was established in 1871 by the ruler’s singer-songwriters, plus food Recording Arts scholarships Theatre looks forward to great-grandson Kamehameha V and continues by various restaurant partners for Hawai‘i music students. its 38th year in staging the today with islandwide festivities full of cultural tra- – live on the lawn by the sea. Hawai‘i Convention Center. productions of talented local ditions harkening back to ancient Hawaiian times. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; con- $125-$200, includes dinner playwrights, such as Alani certs start at 7. Aquarium gal- and entertainment. Group Apio. Come kökua and enjoy leries and exhibits will remain rates available. 593-9424 or awesome local music, good open throughout the evening, www.nahokuhanohano.org. grinds and the chance to talk KOHALA Club has organized the follow- so that you can discover why story with Hawai‘i’s noted Celebrations in Kohala are ing events. Free unless noted. 2008 has been proclaimed VOLCANO ART CENTER actors, writers, directors and especially vibrant, as the International Year of the Reef. PRESENTS CLASSIC designers from K.K.’s past region is the birthplace of Draping of the Statue: 8 Concert lineup is as follows: HAWAIIAN MUSIC and upcoming season. Kumu King Kamehameha I and the a.m., Wed., June 11. Plenty June 12, Kaukahi; June 26, & HULA CONCERT Kahua Theatre’s plaza at 46 area where inhabitants once lovely lei will be created for HAPA; July 10, Jerry Santos Sat., June 21, 7:30 p.m. Merchant St. Tax-deductible protected him at birth from the the ceremonial draping of the and Jay Larrin; July 24, Eddie Stan Kaina sings classic island tickets are $40. 536-4222 or death threats of a rival ruler. Kamehameha statue in Kohala, Kamae; Aug. 7, Willie K. melodies in Hawaiian falsetto www.kumukahua.org. The Kohala Hawaiian Civic home to the original of the four commissioned statues. NA¯ PUKE • BOOKS Iune2008 | 21
Holokü Pageant: 5 p.m., Statue Decoration in Portuguese by her immigrant Tues., June 10, Kohala Cultural Ceremonies: 4 p.m., June 6 at Honolulu inspires Center in Häwï. Women Ali‘iölani Hale. The Honolulu grandfather. portray Hawaiian royalty by statue of King Kamehameha Daws said one aim was to cap- modeling the vintage formal I was the site of the first lei- mixed plate of stories ture the Native Hawaiian passion dresses that feature gracefully draping ceremony in 1901. for words, so the editors sought long trains. $15. Contemporary ceremonies By Liza Simon the celebrity writer and the cre- help from Kaupena Wong, Eddie are a photographer’s delight Public Affairs Specialist ative child. Selections by the Kamae and Puakea Nogelmeier. North Kohala Celebration: with floral tributes, which are likes of Maxine Hong Kingston “We did not expect to find fic- 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Wed., June 11. created throughout the day ot Honolulu Literature? and Mark Twain are placed side tional short stories from the early The region’s small towns pay by volunteers, plus music and There is no bumper by side with poems by Hawai‘i years, because this was not a liter- a huge tribute to their famed hula performances. Gsticker asking this ques- elementary school kids. ary form favored by Hawaiians, favorite son with a traditional tion, but this might change with the Taken as a hefty whole, but thanks to assistance from our pä‘ü parade that winds from 92nd Annual King newly published mega-anthology Honolulu Stories illuminates the Hawaiian language experts we Kapa‘au to Hawi, where the Kamehameha Celebration H o n o l u l u literary mystery of how a single were delighted to find out we were celebration continues at the Floral Parade: subject inspires so many dif- wrong,” said Daws, pointing to Kohala Cultural Center, site 9:30 a.m., Sat., June 7. ferent truths – emotion- the book’s first chapter selection, of an all-day ho‘olaule‘a. 808- Colorful floral floats, pä‘ü rid- al truths that cut “A Romance,” from a long-run- 884-5000 or www.kameha ers and marching bands make deeper than ning serial by an unknown author mehadaycelebrationday.org. their way from Punchbowl “just that first appeared in Ka Leo o ka St. to Kapi‘olani Park. Parade Lähui, one of many Hawaiian lan- HILO awards presentation to follow guage newspapers in the 1890s. Proudly presented by the at the park with a festival craft Daws and Hymer also col- Royal Order of Kamehameha fair by Nä Hana No‘eau o Ka lected several pieces that track I, the Hilo Kamehameha Päkïpika – “Artistic Endeavors the loss of ‘ölelo Hawai’i and festival honors the memory of the Pacific.” Includes all-day its subsequent revival. The Some- political implications of Hawaiian of Hawai‘i’s great ruler with entertainment, food booths, thing for a cultural celebration on arts, crafts demonstrations and language suppression by foreign- everyone: the ers is a theme woven into works Mokuola (Coconut Island): displays of Polynesia. 586-0333 Honolulu Stories fa c t s , of many contributors such as 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Wed., or www.hawaii.gov/dags/king_ packs in 350 writ- ma’am.” Mahealani Perez-Wendt and oth- June 6. Includes exhibition kamehameha_commission. ings from opera to oli. But whose ers who came of age during the performances and contests in Available at local bookstores. both ha‘a koa (dance of the 35th annual King - Photo: Blaine Fergerstrom truth is most so-called Hawaiian Renaissance of warrior) and oli (chant). Enjoy Kamehameha Hula profound? Which the 1970s, which revived Hawaiian live music by Hawai‘i’s top Competition Stories, which uses 350 pieces literary voices have arts as an expression of indigenous recording artists including 6 p.m., Fri., June 20, and of “imaginative writing” from the power to heal? Which identity. Ledward Ka‘apana, Diana Aki 1 p.m., Sat., June 21 opera to oli to describe, decon- ones conjure memorable char- Daws said one of the most and Darren Benitez. Plus hula, A hula competition with unique struct, debunk and just generally acters? Which ones simply per- heartening trends uncovered in food and games. Free. 808- categories for mixed male and talk story about our fair city. petuate pilikia by pandering to the making of Honolulu Stories 989-4944 or www.kameha female performances, küpuna Okay, sometimes it’s not such stereotype? These questions echo was that the new bumper crop mehafestival.org. wähine and individual chanters. a fair city, but a vulnerable island throughout local literary history, of Hawaiian studies alumni It’s also unique for its interna- community “responding to ever- as Daws recounts in the introduc- have used their fluency in ‘ölelo honolulu tional attendance with as many increasing doses of the mainland,” tion to Honolulu Stories. Hawai‘i to create “imaginative The late Keahi Allen, a as 500 hula dancers expected said Gavan Daws, author and co- Not that he looked for literary writings” about varied topics beloved Hawaiian cultural from Hawai‘i, the U.S. conti- editor of the new 1,100 page-plus controversy or even history when – including Honolulu. Appearing specialist, was for years the nent and Japan. Neal Blaisdell tome. “There is tension between he signed on to do the project with in the chapter “Around the guiding light for the King Center Arena. Fees. 586-0333 what is here and what is dumped co-editor Bennett Hymer, founder Island,” Kapulani Landgraf has Kamehameha Celebration or www.hawaii.gov/dags/king_ in, and how all this is dealt with.” of Mutual Publishing. The duo did written “He Au Ko‘olau La” or Commission, and this year’s kamehameha_commission. The book seizes on this tension want to take a different tack from “That is Ko‘olau Weather”; it’s statewide celebrations are by juxtaposing wildly divergent other anthology editors by avoid- an atmospheric poem illustrating dedicated to her memory. Her mauI accounts of various stages in the ing the conventional recycling that Landgraf, who is a profes- growth of Honolulu over the last of canonical material by literary sional photographer known for daughter, B.J. Allen, is among Cultural Craft Fair: 9 a.m., two centuries – from a fictional- masters, a.k.a. “dead white men.” her black and white portraits of those helping to perpetuate the Sat., June 14 at Banyan Tree festivities. All events are free. Park in Lahaina. ized whaling adventure of the late So began their hunt for literary Hawaiian places, also has a cor- 1800s whose central character is treasures – much of it previous- responding talent for using words Musical tribute to Annual King Kamehameha “relieved” not to encounter canni- ly unpublished. Eschewing any to take compelling snapshots of bals to a prayer written by Queen public solicitation, they put out the Hawaiian environment. Kamehameha: 3:30 p.m., Celebration Floral Parade: Lili‘uokalani during her impris- the word on the coconut wireless Indeed, readers may be sur- Fri., June 6 at Ali‘iölani Hale, 10 a.m., Sat., June 14. Begins at Honolulu Civic Center. Enjoy Kenui Street to Kamehameha onment inside ‘Iolani Palace. and it led them to several unex- prised to find that many of the a performance by the Royal Iki Park. An awards presenta- The subsequent sections are pected destinations, such as the featured writers in the new Hawaiian Band. tion will follow. 586-0333 or full of faultlines of perception attic of a Leeward Coast home, anthology work in professions www.hawaii.gov/dags/king_ between the insider and outsider, where a local woman had care- far afield from literature. Perhaps kamehameha_commission. the indigenous and the immigrant, fully preserved pages of elegant the book may bring out the “inner the colonized and colonizer, even poems about Honolulu written Honolulu storyteller” in you. 22 | Iune2008 MELE ‘AILANA • island music scene
non-profit, Kauakoko Foundation. review Listening to their hearts On the continent, the troupe will perform at venues like the interna- Reviews by Francine Murray Two kumu hula Michael Casupang. “Michael tional Jacob’s Pillow dance festival Broadcast/Media Coordinator speaks Hawaiian. If a song is in in Massachusetts. “They bring capture a Hawaiian, he does the poetry and the best dance companies from Destiny decade of I do the music,” Baker says. “I throughout the world like Russia, The Brothers Cazimero do the melodies, you know, just U.S., and for our little hälau to be hula in song like Rodgers and Hammerstein.” invited is amazing. To put hula Destiny, it’s written by these This year the two kumu on that kind of stage is great for stars. For 30 years, Roland and By Lisa Asato – “kumz” to their students – are hula as far as we’re concerned,” Robert, the Brothers Cazimero Public Information Specialist celebrating a decade of making he says. “And when we’re in New have played a vital part in the music and hula together with their York, we’re doing the United evolution of Hawaiian music, umu hula Karl Baker can third CD, KUmZ: Listen to Your Nations. They’re going to have an perpetuating the language and ‘uwehe, ‘ami and slide Heart, and a four-island concert indigenous conference there.” culture of the islands. Their lat- Kwith the best of them. tour with the hälau, starting June 8 Baker and Casupang were proté- est CD, Destiny, sets the mood But writing songs in Hawaiian at the Blaisdell Center in Honolulu. gés of kumu hula Robert Cazimero, with No Ke Ano Ahiahi, a traditional mele of a beautiful evening whose latest CD is voyage dedicated to King Lunalilo, and Ka ‘Imi Loa, a song for reviewed at right. Mau, the great pacific navigator, with words by Snowbird Bento. Hälau I Ka Wëkiu’s It also includes a range from traditional Hawaiian to enchanting first decade has been new mele like “ ‘Iküa” written by Manu Boyd and featuring spe- “a whirlwind,” Baker cial guest, Kanoe Cazimero. says. Music lovers The Cazimero duo says that this is the best album they’ve can peer inside that recorded in a long time, and I have to agree. These world- whirlwind through renowned artists have a unique way of making the classics their the 14 original songs own. Their “It’s Raining It’s Pouring” medley with “Kawailehua- on KUmZ, which ‘a‘alakahonua” by Frank Kawaikapuokalani Hewett is delightful. “documents our hälau’s It brings us back to our childhood in the playground, singing experiences going “Rain, Rain, Go Away.” When Destiny plays, you may feel you’ve on huaka‘i to differ- been transported into another time and place, taking in the old and ent islands,” he says. new that have been magically Cazimero-ized. Imagine, or listen if Their students also you will, it’s Destiny. Available at Borders, Longs Drugs or online had a hand in creat- at www.mountainapplecompany.com/caz. ing the CD. Student ‘Aukai Reynolds Pink CD helped write the title Various artists track, Ho‘olohe I Ka Poli (Listen to Your From beautiful thoughts, come Heart), which happens beautiful things. Island Soul to be Baker’s favorite. Entertainment and local artists The KUmZ, Michael Casupang and Karl Baker. - Cover art: Courtesy of Ha¯lau I Ka We¯kiu. The song recounts the donated their time and talents in hälau’s trip to Kaua‘i this collection of mele. Proceeds to prepare for what from the sale of the Pink CD THE TENder YEARS would prove to be its benefit Maui Memorial Medical triumphant 2007 Merrie Center Foundation, a 501(c)(3) for breast cancer education and • O‘ahu: June 8, 5 p.m., • Hawai‘i Island: July 13, Monarch appearance, awareness. The American Cancer Society states that one in every Blaisdell Concert 5 p.m., Aloha Theatre in when they won four eight American women will develop breast cancer. Hawaiian women Hall ($35, $25) Kainaliu, Kona (prices TBD) top awards, includ- are among the ethnicities with the highest incidence of this disease. • Maui: July 5, 7 p.m., Maui Arts • Kaua‘i: TBA ing overall honors. “This Pink CD is truly a labor of love dedicated to the women & Cultural Center ($35-$10) Baker and Casupang and men in Hawai‘i whose lives have been touched by breast can- • Hawai‘i Island: July 12, on the web are hoping other cer,” said Ululani Correa, executive director of Maui Memorial. 8 p.m., Kahilu Theatre www.halauikawekiu.com kumu hula like what “With the Pink CD we are hoping to expand the outreach to other in Waimea ($30, $25) they hear. They gave areas where the Hawaiian population is much greater.” them copies of their This inspirational, feel-good compilation features Willie K, CD with the mes- Paula Fuga, Namahana, Pomai Williams, Nina Keali‘iwahamana, sage, “If something Kaena Brown, Ikaika Brown, Lehua Kalima Heine, Melveen is another story. “I’m not even a The “The TENder Years” tour inspires you, please make it yours,” Leed, The Girlas, Nä Waiho‘olu‘u O Ke Änuenue, Dani Waring, poet in English,” he says. “I write travels to the East Coast July 31 to Baker says. “People in the com- Love Pacheco and Lahela Rapoza. Available in stores, online at great memos, but I’m not a poet.” Aug. 11 for more performances and munity think just because they www.MauiHospitalFoundation.org or by calling Maui Memorial Good thing for Baker he has a workshops before returning home write it nobody else can do it. Medical Center Foundation at 808-242-2630. collaborator in the music studio, as for a concert on Kaua‘i sometime We wanted them to understand For more information, tune in to Na ‘Öiwi ‘Ölino at 8 well as on the pä hula – his fellow this fall. Proceeds from the con- we freely give this to them. We a.m. June 13 on AM 940 on O‘ahu, AM 900 KNUI on Maui, kumu hula of Hälau I Ka Wëkiu, certs and CD will benefit the halaus want them to use our music.” AM 850 KHLO in Hilo and AM 790 KKON in Kona. PA¯HEONA • ARTS Iune2008 | 23
formances,” de Silva said. destinations are daunting. The late De Silva’s adherence to native Keahi Allen was among the many tradition underlines one of the celebrated Native Hawaiian artists founding purposes of the festival. who volunteered her time to meet The idea for the fest originated in the challenges and keep interest in 1956, when several island cultural the festival alive locally. leaders conceived of it as a way to This year’s Hawai‘i delegation safeguard traditional arts against promises to appeal to a rainbow commercialism that was seeping of aesthetic sensibilities. Noted into the South Pacific with the playwright Alani Apio will be pre- dawning of jet-age tourism. The senting his theatrical production first festival was held in Suva Kämau, a searing commentary on in 1972 with succeeding festivals indigenous identity in contempo- every four years organized by a rary Hawai‘i. His contribution is pan-Pacific committee of leaders sure to please those who like their in various fields of the arts. art with an edge, but Apio says it Hawai‘i first accepted an invita- is, nonetheless, in tune with the tion to the festival in 1976. Some say festival’s emphasis on the unity of that in subsequent years, problems Pacific art traditions. “Even though of last-minute organization befell stories from all over the Pacific the Hawai‘i delegation, when the differ, I’ve always marveled at how Native Hawaiian tattoo artist Keone Nunes at work at Ninth Festival of Pacific Arts held in Koror, Palau, in July, 2004. state administration, which receives you can see right through to the Photo: Courtesy of Mapuana de Silva the official festival invitation, did same things that matter – it’s land, not act fast enough in getting the it’s genealogy, it’s about connecting word out to native artists. The logis- to deep family roots.” Like the Olympics, this Pacific arts tical challenges of transporting doz- This year’s fest, which is expected ens of artists with costumes, instru- to draw 2,000 participants, takes place festival happens every four years ments and oft-times fragile imple- from July 20 to Aug. 2. For informa- ments to and from remote Pacific tion, go to www.pacartsas.com. By Liza Simon Hälau Mohala ‘Ilima when they only to find that the native peoples Public Affairs Specialist represented Hawai‘i at previous had walked for days and waited festivals in Palau in 2002 and in for hours to greet them. “They here is nothing quite like New Caledonia in 1998: “Even had never seen Native Hawaiians the Festival of Pacific though the various island dances before,” explains de Silva. Kuleana Land Holders: TArts. Picture artists from differ in their structures, you can As part of a traditional New 25 Pacific island nations coming see a similar expression especially Caledonia welcoming ceremony, Seeking support for together to preserve and innovate in the simplicity of older, tradi- the village elders planted trees by – and you’ll have an inkling of just tional performers,” said de Silva. kneeling and digging bare-handed property tax exemption why this 36-year-old mega event Another commonality, de Silva in the soil. When it came time for is considered Olympics of Pacific observed, is that island artists love de Silva’s dancers to follow along, he Kuleana Land Tax Ordinance on Oahu allows Islander arts. sharing their talents, while island they did the same. “They were sur- eligible owners to pay a maximum of $100 a year in property taxes. OHA would like to hear from you It will be held this summer audiences love expressing their prised because they thought that T to gather statistics that could assist in developing laws to in Pago Pago. How fitting, since appreciation by dancing and sing- Hawaiians are so westernized that exempt Kuleana Lands from land taxes, similar to those Samoa is one of the first places ing along, like a huge kanikapila, we would be uncomfortable with which passed for the City and County of Honolulu and voyagers are believed to have where spontaneity blurs the line such rugged activity, so they were for HawaiÔi County. made landfall before fanning out between spectator and stage. very impressed that we didn’t use If you have Kuleana Lands and would like to assist in the into the Pacific. But no matter how In the spirit of sharing, de Silva, the shovels offered to us,” recalls creation of such a tax exemption in your county, please far away settlers sailed, navigation the director of the 2008 Hawai‘i de Silva, who was likewise very contact the Kuleana Land Survey Call Center at 594-0247. by the stars enabled continued delegation, won’t only be featured moved. “They told us that the tree- Email: [email protected]. Mailing address: Kuleana comings and goings and cross- with her hälau on the festival’s planting would always symbolize Land Survey, OfÞce of Hawaiian Affairs, 711 KapiÔolani Blvd. pollination of music, dance, paint- official stage in centrally located our presence and our job now was Ste. 500, Honolulu, HI 96813 ing, drama, tattooing, woodcarv- Tafuna; she will also be leading to come back again.” All personal data, such as names, locations and ing and even architecture. In the dancers, artisans, actors and musi- Meanwhile, back on the main descriptions of Kuleana Lands will be kept secure and used 19th century, Westerners arrived cians to Samoa’s outlying villages festival stage in New Caledonian solely for the purposes of this attempt to perpetuate Kuleana and created the boundaries illus- for impromptu performances. In capital of Noumea, the purist dance rights and possession. trated on the modern map. But the de Silva’s experience, this is where style of Hälau Mohala ‘Ilima made Festival of Pacific Arts celebrates the coming together of geographi- quite an impression, going a long 0''*$&0')"8"**"/"''"*34 the commonalities that unite the cally distant island nations takes way to dispel notions of flashy Kuleana Land Survey native peoples of geographically on heartfelt meaning. There was commercial hula – a stereotype OfÞce of Hawaiian Affairs far-flung islands. the time, for example, at the New that is apparently present in the 711 KapiÔolani Blvd. Suite 500 Just ask kumu hula Mapuana Caledonia festival, where she and Pacific. “We were so well-received Honolulu, HI 96813 de Silva about the “chicken skin” her hälau arrived in an outlying that (festival organizers) increased (808) 594-0247 - [email protected] moments with members of her area, far from the island capital, the number of our scheduled per-
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May of 2005, I wish you to take in, one of western religion that Fallen to note of the use of the word axle and divides us all by denomination spin, and it’s play on the contents into separate cells of spiritual con- Kauwä of the portion of the book that I finement by decree. Or of the have selected to share in relation to State that divides us all by social just a few words once spoken to me status into separate cells of eco- by the elder Kala. nomic confinement by degree. “The story I have to tell is one “Hence; are we to become a of the present, and one of the past, Nation of Prisoners confined by one that finds fault, and one that separation, within a Nation of seeks forgiveness, as I travel to the Prisoners built on separation. Or most ancestrally remote temples escape from both to become a of Hawaiian spirituality, all the Nation of One Hereditary Spirit, while seeking, the most ances- living off the Quality of the trally remote voices of my priestly Life and not the Quantity of the ancestors. Yet the story I share is Economy of the Land that will also a warning that speaks to the surely destroy its life. descendants of the hereditary spir- “For in the history of ‘fallen it of Polynesia! For if the spirit of gods’ throughout the world, one our ancestors continues to decline will find that whenever a spiritual at its present rate of descent into ingress has brought about a spiri- the future, and the wheels of west- tual exodus, it has revolved on an ern minds are allowed to con- ‘axle’ that ‘spun’ out the old native By Moke Kupihea tinue to burn the age-old oils of religions that turned the native its proclaimed anointment at its societies of old, and ‘spun’ in a for- n the following excerpt from present rate of consumption, the eign religion that turned a foreign my most recent released book, descending spirits of our ances- society. The ‘axle’ was always the IThe Cry of the Huna, published tors will all but disappear from the establishment of a fraudulent new Moke Kupihea’s most recent release, The Cry of the Huna. - Photo: Courtesy of and released by Inner Traditions in forefront of our children’s minds. kingdom and church of state that Inner Traditions, Bear & Co. It is a story that is not unique to turned outside of itself for legiti- Hawai‘i or Polynesia, but one that macy by inviting an ingression of has truly taken place time and foreign powers to run their new time again throughout the his- wheels of fortune until all native tory of the non-European world, prizes were ‘spun’ away. following upon the 1492 datum “The native prizes, sadly, were of Christopher Columbus. It is always the land, culture and spiri- one native’s account of the spiri- tual heritage of a victimized native tual genocide wreaked upon his people who were forced to make an priestly ancestors by the descen- internal exodus from their heredi- dants of European kingdoms, that tary fortunes, to ‘spin’ the ‘new followed upon the 1778 datum of axle’ until all their native prizes Captain James Cook, who claimed were consumed by the economic by titles, and demanded by force engines of foreign ingression. of arms, all the while betraying by “Thus I believe the life-given religious indoctrination, to pave breath of the elder Kala, somehow over the spiritual native pathways inspired the above line of thought of old. With western roads of to appear in my mind some thirty deceit, that led to the establish- years later.” ment of their own corrupted cul- Editor’s note: In the first install- ture, that deceived even the teach- ment of the essay Fallen to Kauwä, ings of its own, the westerner’s Kaua‘i-based author Moke proclaimed God, by his own cre- Kupihea described how parables ation of separation between the of his elders were often wrapped morality of his State that governs in humor, thus helping to per- from the morality of his State of petuate them with the enjoyment Worship. To appear to make right, and laughter its re-telling would the wrong, of the building of his bring. Here, his second of three nation on the inheritance of anoth- installments takes a more serious er’s peoples god-given genesis and look at story-telling, through the inherit land of origin. words of his elder Kala Kapahu. “Thence the choice in reality Fallen to Kauwä will appear in facing all native Hawaiians today, its entirety in the July online issue is what prison we wish to remain at www.oha.org/kawaiola. MO‘OMEHEU • culture Iune2008 | 25
Hawaiian history experts gener- a specialist in pä pöhaku, the dry MHC has also developed teacher Shrine in the city ally agree Kukä‘o‘o played a pur- stack masonry of old Hawai‘i. resource material that emphasizes poseful role for ancient Hawaiians, Fields rebuilt the heiau walls using experiential learning at the heiau By Liza Simon were reconstructed a decade ago. who had a thriving community in only the original rocks, scattered site. More and more school groups Public Affairs Specialist Today MHC offers a “living class- Mänoa Valley, which appears to in disarray in the Cooke’s yard. have taken advantage of this unusu- room”, using the heiau as a touch- have been a fertile breadbasket pro- Lee is enthusiastic in pointing out al educational retreat. As might ne turn off of Mänoa Road stone to teach history of Kanaka viding taro and other staples for a how Fields and crew preserved be expected, visitors of all kinds leads to the Cooke fam- Maoli and the ‘äina of Mänoa. This large ahupua‘a that likely included Kukä‘o‘o’s subtle architecture, express astonishment at finding a Oily estate and a backyard is a fruition of a vision that belongs the area we know today as Waikïkï. such as the slight inward angling historical gem in urban Honolulu. where you find yourself trans- to Sam and Mary Cooke, whose While many mysteries of of the wall wedged into the hill, “Many come in with questions ported back in time – because here forebears founded the Honolulu Kukä‘o‘o remain unknown, it’s structured to withstand all kinds of about why there are few material sits an ancient Hawaiian heiau. Academy of Arts. The couple in safe to say – based on gener- environmental stress. remains of Hawaiian history on The structure occupies a hillside 1992 purchased the land that includ- al knowledge of Hawaiian his- The Cooke estate had included sev- O‘ahu, but they leave here asking with a breathtaking view. Its every ed the heiau and gardens. By that tory – that if its stone walls could eral European-style gardens, where how it was possible that so much rock seems perfectly wedged. Its time, it had deteriorated into little speak, they would probably tell colors are coordinated to please the of the past actually remains intact,” four sturdy walls appear to stand more than stone rubble and a tangle the story of the turmoil that befell eye. As part of the heiau renovation, said Lee. He believes the answer sentry over the adjacent gardens, of overgrowth. the heiau and its original stew- an agricultural garden was added, lies in the heiau itself, which he including one devoted solely to Motivated by their passion for ards after the arrival of Captain comprised only of the plants car- calls “a monument to the ingenuity the cultivation of native plants. historic preservation, the Cooke’s Cook. In the two centuries that ried to Hawai‘i in canoes by the of the Native Hawaiian culture.” Even in the noonday heat, the launched the reconstruction project. followed, Kanaka Maoli died first Polynesian voyagers. Tropical Most would also agree that some site is pleasantly sheltered in the They brought in historic preserva- from the diseases introduced by agricultural specialist Anthony Ortiz credit should also go to MHC, its shadows and breezes of nearby tionist expert Nathan Napoka to the Westerners. In the same time was hired to look after the health of founders and perhaps the many local Konahuanui, the highest mountain begin the work with the appropriate period, Hawai‘i’s ruling monarchs native varieties of well-known crops teachers who troop through these of the Ko‘olau Range. ‘oli and other forms of protocol. embraced Christianity, rejecting like taro and sweet potato and lesser days with groups of students in tow “You cannot stand here without Enough research had been done to the old forms of spirituality where known ones such as Papäla Kepau, – some of them sure to be stewards getting the sense the that ancient confirm that the Hawaiian name of heiau played a prominent role. In which has a sticky sap once used of Kukä‘o‘o in what is hoped to be builders knew that this location the heiau is Kukä‘o‘o, which means the midst of the epic upheaval, for- by Hawaiians to catch birds. MHC a better future for the preservation offered a feeling of harmony suit- “digging stick.” This suggests an eigners seized control of Mänoa guides receive training so that in of Mänoa’s Native Hawaiian ed to the rites of propitiation that agricultural heiau. One legend Valley and eventually used the conducting tours they can include history. took place in a heiau,” said David would seem to confirm this, credit- land for a variety of new enter- plant lore and botanical information Lee, who conducts tours of the ing the heiau’s construction to a prises including dairy farms and that add to the picture of a once sus- heiau as a volunteer for the Mänoa chief who climbed the heights of the coffee plantations. Management tainable Hawaiian community that Heritage Center—or MHC. Ko‘olau cliffs and thrusted his ‘ö‘ö of self-sufficient ahupua‘a and the flourished in this valley. MHC is a nonprofit group that – or digging stick, to land at this practices of heiau were eclipsed. promotes stewardship and site inter- spot. According to the late Bishop To restore the physical majesty pretation at the heiau. The group’s Museum anthropologist Kenneth of Kukä‘o‘o, Sam and Mary Cooke work began after the heiau walls Emory, the original structure dates also sought out Billy Fields, back nearly 1,000 years.
Inset: In the shadow of the Ko‘olau Mountain range, Kuka¯o‘o heiau commands a stunning view of Ma¯noa valley. A restored heiau in Ma¯noa. - Photo: Liza Simon 26 | Iune2008 NA¯ PA¯pale • many hats
and mom usually ate dinner in the kitchen and we’d eat in spirit by humbling yourselves and appreciating what life Time in a bottle the living room watching the 6 o’clock news. There were you had amidst the turmoil of growing up; there’s something no thank yous or “Son, that was delicious” or any verbal pleasing hidden in the mess. Spend time with them – bring t 22, my stepdad Juanito “Juaning” response for gratitude; but his appreciation showed in the some fresh poke and poi. Make some smoke meat or pipi- Cristobal worked the sugar planta- kitchen sink, the lobster and seven-eleven crab stripped kaula, bake ’em a pie or hunt for some külolo at Tamashiro’s Ations in ’46. As a teen during WWII clean – head and all. or KTA, or take ’em out a go eat … jus’ spend some time he anguished over the killing of his father and As a kid, Juanito and I never saw eye to eye. Juaning before time comes to an abrupt end. It’s hard to imagine life the passing of his mother, and the numerous communicated by means of telepathy mixed with a seldom without mom and Juanito – we’ve become more than just By Jimmy souls he witnessed murdered by the enemy – heard “pucking sonna va bit”; in that, every survival skill family … I think we’ve become F. “Jeno” he killed a Japanese soldier to save a person’s that I leaned from him was through observing, not telling. best friends. Enocencio life. No one messed with Juaning. A well- Juanito never made it past the second grade, mom read for Jeno Enocencio respected tough guy, hard as stone – warmth him, but he knew how to sign his name and do math, totally writes about the many and tender emotions could not penetrate this brazen mass left-handed and left-brain logic this man was. hats he wears. Contact of rock; but mom could with the son and the two little girls Mom and Juanito are aging, they eat healthy, but still the him at pointman_ she gave him. pains in their joints and insides persists; but they still get [email protected]. After my dad’s passing I felt my three brothers and I were time to take care of the yard and plants … a little bit here, out of the picture when Juanito came into our lives. There were no father-and-son talks, definitely no hugs and kisses, and never any I love yous; after No one said it all, how do you get that from a pöhaku man? But If I could save time in a bottle aside from his commanding grunts I learned some- better than the The first thing that I’d like to do thing about Juaning – he was a true survivor. late Jim Croce’s Is to save every day He’d come home drenched in herbicide poison, Till eternity passes away and soaked to the bone with sweat and fertilizer Time in a Bottle: Just to spend them with you Photo: The Stock Exchange dust. His face was charred from the sun, his hands
sliced and bleeding from sugar cane blades, his If I could make days last forever Hourglass - gloves torn and patched since we had no money If words could make wishes come true for new ones. Mom welcomed him with a fruit I’d save every day like a treasure and then, can of ice water as he sat on the splintered stool Again, I would spend them with you he made from sugar flume lumber. When not sparring cocks with a prospective But there never seems to be enough time buyer, he’d be grooming his birds with his manly, To do the things you want to do yet tender strokes to its wings and carriage, from Once you find them comb to its tail tip. His birds always stood tall I’ve looked around enough to know and proud and won many fights. In those days, That you’re the one I want to go a cock’s brutal strength was real, not juiced with Through time with steroids. The winner always took the dead birds to feed his family, sometimes 20-plus birds to pluck If I had a box just for wishes and dress. We shared a lot of game birds around And dreams that had never come true our camp; its tough dark meat would slow The box would be empty boil for hours on the kerosene stove to Except for the memory soften before adding the bagaoong (fish Of how they were answered by you sauce) and green papaya with marungay leaves. But there never seems I saw Juaning fire up scraps of flume to be enough time lumber and guava branches to pound and To do the things you want to do shape a 12-inch knife from a Jeep leaf Once you find them spring. That very knife carved and shaped I’ve looked around enough to know the flume lumber into his chicken coops – all That you’re the one I want to go built by hand without the use of any power Through time with tools; and the same knife I used to carve out Life was tough for Lulu in Kurtistown, Ola‘a on the Big Island during the war my 7-foot bazooka spear gun. I love you Lulu ... I love years; she never made it past the eighth As the eldest, desiring to be a man, I placed you too, Juaning. Your best grade. She envisioned a better life a heavy burden upon myself to show Juaning friend, your Big Boy, Jimmy than what she was experiencing and that I too could contribute to the household. ran away to O‘ahu. She modeled for Whether diving for fish or picking limu or ‘opihi; Consolidated Theaters and worked as an or going into the mountain streams to catch ‘o‘opu in-home maid for a rich Asian family until and opae, picking wild bananas and mountain apple and a little bit there, then rest in the returning to the Big Island pregnant with warabi (hö‘i‘o, fern shoots), killing a chicken or a pig – I shade and talk story … often Jimmy. Far left: A young Juanito. Above: could take care of my family too. together, often alone. Mom and Dad in Kona, 2006. - Photos: I could dive deep into Leleiwi and Richardsons in Honor your fathers and moth- Courtesy of Jeno Enocencio Keaukaha and bring up spiny lobsters or seven-eleven ers, even if you still don’t see crabs. I’d tell my brothers it was kapu for Juaning. Juanito eye to eye. Instead, seek the - NHUA HwaiianOU • NE• WSBRIEnglishEFS Iune2008 | 27
Moloka‘i blueprint PTACs are run by local governments or other nonprofit later reversed the lower court’s decision, and barred the entities. The centers bridge buyers and suppliers, providing State from selling ceded lands pending resolution of Native A new plan aimed at providing a blueprint for an eco- businesses with an understanding of government contract- Hawaiian claims to those lands. nomically sustainable future for Moloka‘i has been released ing and the know-how to obtain and successfully perform Board of Trustees Chairperson Haunani Apoliona said, by an ad hoc community group, informally known as ‘öpio- federal, state and local government contracts. Hawai‘i is one “We at OHA still believe that the Hawai‘i Supreme Court makua. The completion of the 30-page document comes of only four states without a PTAC in place. ruled correctly that the state should keep the ceded land on the heels of a master plan supported by the Moloka‘i OHA is taking the lead in seeking the Hawai‘i PTAC with trust intact until Native Hawaiian claims to these lands are Ranch that called for the development of luxury homes at an alliance including the University of Hawai‘i Richardson settled. We trust the U.S. Supreme Court will not second- Moloka‘i’s Lä‘au Point. In the wake of widespread commu- School of Law, the Hawai‘i Procurement Institute, the guess the justices of the Hawai‘i State Supreme Court.” nity opposition, ranch officials withdrew the plan from the Honolulu Minority Business Enterprise Center, Empower EIS process and in March announced the shutdown of all O‘ahu, and the Hawai‘i Small Business IT Hui. Coastal habitat funds ranch operations. Members of the ‘öpio-makua group said “Small businesses, especially Native Hawaiian-owned their plan incorporates several other past efforts to compile businesses, deserve a larger share of the huge federal pro- The state Department of Land and Natural Resources the “best ideas” for economic sustainability and seeks to curement market,” said Nämu‘o. “While the PTAC would has received $2.1 million in federal grants to help acquire “answer the question of, ‘What do the people of Moloka‘i serve all businesses, OHA’s management and financial sup- 4,198 acres on the islands of Hawai‘i and O‘ahu to protect want for their island?’ ” Topics covered in the new plan port … would ensure that all beneficiaries seeking business coastal and forest habitats, wetlands and watersheds. The include culture, education, agriculture/aquaculture, subsis- opportunities and training and technical assistance related to federal funding will support conservation planning to help tence, tourism and governance. The‘öpio-makua group is government contracting would be served.” protect endangered sea turtle nesting areas, forest habitat seeking public comment on the plan. To view the plan go to for more than 90 rare species, including the largest known www.themolokaidispatch.com and click on the links. Ceded land case population of ‘elepaio in the Wai‘anae mountains. DLNR will be partnering with other federal agencies and several OHA seeks federal grant The Office of Hawaiian Affairs expressed disappointment nonprofit organizations in using the funding for the follow- at the decision by the State of Hawai‘i to appeal to the U.S. ing projects: The Office of Hawaiian Affairs is applying for a fed- Supreme Court over the Jan. 31 Hawai‘i Supreme Court • $1 million to acquire and protect 551 acres in the district eral grant to aid in the creation of a Procurement Technical ruling that prevents the sale and transfer of ceded lands of Ka‘ü that includes pristine coastline containing nesting Assistance Center (PTAC) to help small businesses, espe- until “unrelinquished claims” of Native Hawaiians have beaches for the endangered Hawaiian hawksbill turtle and cially those owned by Native Hawaiians, get govern- been resolved. offshore feeding areas for the threatened green sea turtle. ment contracts. The Board of Trustees in May approved In 1994, OHA was party to a lawsuit filed to prevent the • $361,196 to apply to the acquisition and permanent the creation of the center and authorized Administrator state from selling about 1,500 acres of ceded lands. In 2002, protection of the 3,582-acre Honouliuli preserve in O‘ahu’s, Clyde Nämu‘o to submit a grant application to the U.S. Circuit Judge Sabrina McKenna ruled in favor of the state’s ‘Ewa district, home of 90 threatened or endangered species, Department of Defense. authority to sell ceded lands. The Hawai‘i Supreme Court some of which are found nowhere else. • $740,000 for the Hämäkua Marsh Watershed project to HE HO‘OMANA‘O • IN MEMORIAM add 65 acres of wetland and watershed lands to the existing Hämäkua Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary in Kailua to enhance at Chaminade University, which awarded ongoing recovery efforts for endangered Hawaiian water Au ë , ua hala him an honorary doctorate last year. birds and plant species in the marsh. Among his many notable achievements, Lake was a founding member of ‘Ahahui East Maui streams John Lake • 1937 – 2008 ‘Ölelo Hawai‘i, the State Association for John Keolamaka‘äinanakalähuiok Hawaiian Language; he developed Deadline is June 10 to submit written comments on alaniokamehamehaekolu Lake, kumu the Hawaiian Renaissance Program at draft instream flow standard assessment reports for five hula who established Nä Hauona O Chaminade University; he was estab- East Maui hydrologic areas: Honopou, Hanehoi, Piinaau, Ka Hälau Hula Pä Ola Kapu, is being lished as ‘Elemakua of Nä Papa Kanaka Waiokamilo and Wailuanui, whose eight freshwater streams remembered as an outstanding contribu- o Pu‘u Kohalä Heiau, where he was are part of an ongoing petition and contested case hearing tor to the well-being of the Hawaiian recognized as the Kuhina Nui. regarding water use by Alexander & Baldwin and its subsid- community through his promotion of Lake was recognized locally and iary East Maui Irrigation. Hawaiian culture. Lake died on May internationally as the embodiment of In 2001 the farmers’ cooperative Nä Moku Aupuni 14 at Straub Hospital after a five-year leadership and Native Hawaiian spiri- o Ko‘olau, represented by the Native Hawaiian Legal battle with cancer. Throughout his life, tual values. The Honpa Hongwanji in Corp., petitioned the state Commission on Water Resource he was venerated for his wisdom and Nu‘uanu named him a Living Treasure Management to increase instream flow standards for 27 East compassion that he used to inspire his of Hawai‘i in 1987, and the Native Maui streams. NHLC’s Alan Murakami said taro farmers students during his colorful teaching Hawaiian Education Association hon- and traditional practitioners are suffering because, without career that spanned almost 50 years. In ored him last year as “Educator of regard for these legally protected water uses, the Board of 2004, OHA Trustees honored Lake with the Year” for his lifelong dedication Land and Natural Resources allows East Maui Irrigation a resolution, noting his deep knowledge to indigenous knowledge. He acted as to divert 160 million gallons a day from East Maui, or the of Hawaiian language, hula, chant and culture. host for the Dalai Lama’s 1994 visit to Hawai‘i, and was equivalent of O‘ahu’s daily water supply, from 33,000 acres Lake was born and raised on Maui. He earned master’s Hokule‘a’s chief of protocol on its 1999 voyage to Rapa of ceded lands. degrees in education and Spanish linguistics, and was Nui. Nä Moku Aupuni and its supporters recently protested at fluent in Spanish and Hawaiian. In 1962, he began teach- Lake was a beloved husband, father and grandfather. He Honomanü Valley, passing out leaflets to those headed to the ing at Saint Louis School, where he established the first is survived by his wife of 41 years, Barbara, four children East Maui Taro Festival. It plans another protest June 14. Hawaiian language class in the state. Since his retirement and four grandchildren. Updates on Lake’s legacy projects A protest on May 24 at Twin Falls was organized by taro from St. Louis in 1993, Lake served as kumu-in-residence and hälau will be available at www.johnkeolalake.org. See briefs on next page - 28 | mei2008 NU HOU • NEWSBRIEFS
retail sales and more. balanced budget requirement, The “Nou Ka Hale: Our House established term limits for the gov- is Your House” celebration fea- ernor and lieutenant governor, and tures entertainment by Aaron adopted the Hawaiian language as Salä, Ho‘okena, Mäkaha Sons, an official language of Hawai‘i, Kaukahi, Pat Sylva, Kawika Trask among other things. and Friends and many others, as well as classes in hula, ‘ukulele, Learn wall-building Hawaiian quilting, lomilomi and lei-making. The activities mark Through August, Paepae o the center’s first major renovation He‘eia will offer monthly work- since opening in 1979, providing shops dedicated to the Hawaiian a dynamic mix of 110 world-class dry-stack method of wall-build- retailers, restaurants and entertain- ing. The Saturday workshops run ment destinations in the largest from 7:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and public gathering place for enter- cost $20, which includes a light tainment and culture. The center breakfast, heavy lunch, T-shirt is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and binder of related readings and daily and offers validated parking. materials. The workshops, limited For more information visit www. to 20 students each, will be held: RoyalHawaiianCenter.com or call • June 28, at He‘eia Fishpond 922-0588. and Waipao uplands, lo‘i dry-stack method, led by Billy Fields Con Con commission • July 19, at the fishpond, loko i‘a method, led by Kalaniua Rite Students from the Farrington High School Hawaiian Studies Program descended on the hale pili under construction in the Bishop Museum’s Ten appointees to the new and Hano Naehu Hawaiian Hall on May 21. Under the guidance of kumu Pomaika’i Kaniaupio-Crozier, some of the students helped with evenly spreading the Constitutional Conventional Cost • Aug. 16, at the fishpond, loko pohaku foundation while others worked at fastening wall supports upon which the pili will be fastened. Reconstruction of the ancient hale pili Task Force have been named by i‘a method, led by Paepae o He‘eia is expected to be finished by the end of June. Hawaiian Hall is expected to reopen to the public in 2009, after years of renovations. - Photo: Lt. Gov. James Aiona, who is the staff Blaine Fergerstrom head of the nonpartisan group. Workshop tuition is subsidized They are: state Sens. Gary Hooser by a Hawai‘i Tourism Authority brIEfs and Gordon Trimble, Reps. Lynn 2008 Living Hawaiian Culture Pahinui ‘ohana announces inaugural Finnegan and Joseph Souki, Program grant. The first five Continued from page 27 Pi‘ilani Kaopuiki of the Honolulu participants to sign up for more tribute to Pops Chapter of the League of Women than one workshop will receive a farmer Lyn Scott. Voters, Kaipo Lum of the Native full tuition waiver for the second he Pahinui family has announced its first Gabby Pahinui The draft reports are available Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce, workshop. Waimänalo Kanikapila, intended as a tribute to patriarch online at www.hawaii.gov/dlnr/ Chief Elections Officer Kevin To register or for information, Tand Hawaiian kï hö‘alu legend Gabby “Pops” Pahinui. cwrm or at the CWRM office: Cronin, Attorney General Mark contact Mehana at 236-6178 or The event, scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 9, 2008, from 9 a.m. Kalanimoku Building, Room 227, Bennett, state Comptroller Russ [email protected]. to 6 p.m. at Waimänalo Beach Park, is free and open to the 1151 Punchbowl St. in Honolulu; Saito, and Finance Director public. at Maui Community College Georgina Kawamura. Homebuyer fair Headlining the event will be the new Pahinui Hawaiian Band library, or Maui public libraries in The group will determine how with members Cyril Pahinui, Martin Pahinui, Gabby Pahinui, Häna, Kahului and Wailuku. much it will cost taxpayers to hold House shoppers will find plenty Kali Pahinui, Kunia Galdera and Peter Moon Jr. Send comments to: Commission a convention aimed at amending of useful information at the free “During my dad Gabby Pahinui’s life, weekends at the on Water Resource Management, the state Constitution. Voters will Community Homebuyer Fair on Pahinui home in Waimänalo were a continuous jam session,” P.O. Box 621, Honolulu, HI decide in the 2008 general election June 21, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. at Kapolei says Cyril Pahinui. 96809; fax to 808-587-0219; or whether to convene a Con Con. Hale, located at 1000 Uluohia St. “With a welcoming pot of beef stew and rice always on the email [email protected] and The newly created task force Booths will be hosted by nonprofit stove, our Waimänalo home became the perfect setting for a include your full name, affiliation will hold statewide meetings to rejuvenation of Hawai‘i’s musical traditions.” if any, address and phone number. solicit public comment on the See briefs on page 32 During the 80s, kanikapila sessions were started at Waimänalo A comment form is available at overall financial costs of a con- Park to perpetuate Hawaiian kï hö‘alu music. It has been a dream http://hawaii.gov/dlnr/cwrm/sw_ vention. The group is expected to of the Pahinui ‘ohana to re-establish these gatherings and to rec- ifsar.htm. complete a report on their findings E kala mai ognize Gabby’s contributions to Hawaiian music. by Aug. 1. Task force members are In the May issue, incorrect Educational and informational booth space is available. Royal Hawaiian Center also accepting public comment by information was included in Contact Michael Hikalea of Hui Mälama I ke Kai via e-mail at e-mail at [email protected]. an article on Jo-Ann Kahana- [email protected] for information. To celebrate the completion of Under the state Constitution, moku. She is neither a cultural A series of workshops is scheduled for Aug. 7, 8 and 10. its $115 million revitalization, the Hawai‘i voters have the right every adviser to the Kona Hospital Email [email protected] to register. Royal Hawaiian Center will have 10 years to vote whether to hold Foundation nor a Roosevelt For more information, please see www.cyrilpahinui.com. a weeklong grand opening June a Con Con. The last Con Con, in High graduate. KWO regrets 14 to 20, offering entertainment, 1978, established the Office of the error. cultural classes, dining specials, Hawaiian Affairs, set an annual - ka leo kaiaulu • LETTERS TO THE EDITOR IUNE2008 | 29
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Apoliona’s column support from business clubs. The what has taken place that brought seat of government on the palace It is unreal to think that the next OHA Chairperson Haunani most vocal being Ken Conklin, us to where we now stand. grounds since April 30.) American president may possibly Apoliona did a good job in Senator Slom, Malia Zimmerman, Moloka‘i Ranch’s failure to Looking at the royal societies be black and from Hawai‘i, the referencing the opposition of the William Burgess, Thurston Twigg- be truthful and disclose its full standing tall and proud on the youngest state in the union. settlement in her May column. Smith, Earl Arakaki. intentions is what took an initially palace grounds in response to Steven T. Kalani Burke Sr. However, the dynamics of the OHA ignores Hawai‘i nationals, promising project and turned it into Mahealani’s actions, I am reminded Pearl City, O‘ahu opposition is not clearly defined connecting them with the Federalist loathing chaos. It began by the ranch of the Berlin Wall. Is it there to when naming the individuals. Society, making it appear that all failing to disclose its intentions keep what’s inside intact or to keep Wal-Mart debacle The incomplete list omits Robin native Hawaiians are pro-Akaka to develop Lä‘au and ended with out the common riffraff? Danner of the Council for Native Bill. Unresolved issues related the revelation of plans for another Me, I been inside the ‘Iolani It’s been several years now since Hawaiian Advancement, who also to the so-called “ceded” lands six hotels. At each new point of Palace uninvited and free and I the Wal-Mart store at Ke‘eaumoku objected, besides other groups. known as the Public Land Trust discovery the confidence of the tell you this, them limestones was Street opened for business. When Opposition is lumped together is an international issue, not a people of Moloka‘i diminished. singing to me James Brown – “get this project first started, 61 iwi regardless of their stance. USA domestic/internal issue. The Furthermore, Moloka‘i Ranch on uppa, get on up.” küpuna (ancestral Hawaiian Hawai‘i nationals object to the courts looked at our legitimate failed to provide a reasonable Our palace knew we came in for bones) were discovered, disturbed, wording and intentions of the complaints, then responded that economic model. Following more bring life not fertilize morbidity. removed, studied and have still Akaka Bill with OHA’s intervening this issue needs resolving. than a decade of economic failures For myself I cannot claim to carry NOT been reburied. Currently, the actions; the suppressive blocking In statements regarding the then- in its tourist operations, the only the na‘au of a nation or the kanaka state of Hawai‘i, the archaeological of their voices urging the U.S. proposed ceded land settlement, solution that the ranch provided culture within me as the only truth. contractor hired for the project and belligerent de-occupation from OHA Land Management Director was to use land sales at Lä‘au to For as the wall of royalty stands their physical anthropologists are Hawai‘i; shunning international Jonathan Scheuer connected the subsidize these losses. It would and proclaims its truth, there must locked in a legal battle over allegations issues, embracing the U.S. tribal dots: OHA would have to initiate have been just a matter of time be two truths or one of us is lying. of mistreatment and violations of state system; the conflict of interests; or sponsor a native governing before the profits from these sales I applaud Mahealani and her law in the handling of the iwi küpuna. the sponsorship in creating a entity using the Kau Inoa registry would have dried up, leaving the ‘ohana for standing up even whilst We requested the attorneys in the tribal governing entity usurping to advance the Akaka Bill. That people of Moloka‘i in the very knowing that they could possibly dispute to allow the iwi to be reburied the jurisdiction of the legitimate was its strategy from the beginning same position they are now. face prosecution and ridicule. now, but citing them as “evidence,” existing Hawaiian Kingdom; – herding Hawaiians under the ruse While America remains our No. 1 our request was denied. Steve Morgan ignoring non-Hawaiian multiethnic of a tribe, creating a “Reorganized detriment, we are also guilty by our Let us not forget that Wal- Kaluako‘i, Moloka‘i Hawai‘i nationals; OHA doesn’t Hawaiian Government” that would association with the three “anities”: Mart spokesperson Cynthia Lin represent us but the community- be recognized as the legitimate The three “anities” vanity, insanity and Christianity. repeatedly stated that the company at-large who has elected them. representative to secure land claims, was being “culturally sensitive.” Keli‘i W. Ioane Jr. Antagonists cite racism and the negotiating with themselves in I would like to offer my thoughts Yet, for the past few years the Hilo, Hawai‘i Island constitutionality of OHA, Kau Inoa, stealing from Hawai‘i Nationals, on the subject of ‘Iolani Palace iwi have been kept in a container Akaka Bill and trust obligations. and maintaining the status quo being a wahi pana. Wahi pana, I Vote Obama under an access ramp that vehicles Feeling threatened, they resent we now experience. History does feel, are sacred places. But being a drive over on a daily basis. indigenous Hawaiians as having repeat itself! minimally educated kanaka, I would With Hawai‘i’s own Barack We say shame on Wal-Mart, an officially recognized nation- Has OHA done any good for not know or claim to understand if Obama fast becoming the shame on their consultants and state, want OHA disbanded, and the native Hawaiians? Yes, they a building can qualify. Democratic Party’s and America’s shame on the state for allowing obligatory responsibilities, liabilities have in some cases, but that’s for That being said, ‘Iolani Palace to choice for president, this would the project an exemption for and trusts eliminated. They insist on another discussion. me should be more of a functioning surely help with the passage of inventory survey of the makai U.S. citizens’ status quo in Hawai‘i palace rather than a museum-like the Akaka Bill. Obama, who portion of the property where the Tane Inciong and it being part of the USA. They dead entity. Mahealani Kahau’s supported and endorsed the re- iwi were originally buried. As Pearl City, O‘ahu profile all native Hawaiians as being presence there is utilizing that election of U.S. Sen. Dan Akaka, recognized cultural descendants, on welfare, lazy, terrorists and Moloka‘i reality check function through her understanding has also openly backed the passage we offer our prayers and apologies racists wanting special privileges; of the truth that the Hawaiian of this bill, as has his Democratic to our ancestors for this continual yet they want to preserve privileges I agree with Trustee Colette Kingdom exists. By her and challenger Sen. Hillary Clinton. indignant treatment. and advantages they’re accustomed Machado’s May column, her ‘ohana being there, it is an If Obama is elected president, Edward Halealoha Ayau, to on the U.S. continent. They “Moloka‘i’s real loss.” It is time affirmation of that. (Editor’s note: Hawai‘i will surely benefit, he Townsend ‘Ohana use reverse-racism and revisionist to commit to honest and realistic Kahau heads the independence has ‘ohana here and has embraced Paulette Ka‘anohi Kaleikini, history, openly declaring war assessments on Moloka‘i, but first group Hawaiian Kingdom Hawai‘i as his own ... and we Keaweamahi ‘Ohana against Hawaiians while seeking we must be truthful about how and Government, which resumed its embrace him as a keiki o ka ‘äina. Hilo, Hawai‘i Island
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Social workers: they’re everywhere, Secure and accountable they’re everywhere Haunani Apoliona, MSW lifetime produces well-being and reawakening Walter M. Heen concern among non-reflective “readers” is Chairperson, Trustee, At-large modeled by giving back. Let service, not self- Trustee, O‘ahu OHA’s new “checking in and checking out” service, define your excellence and leadership. system. Those people impute evil motives to Take on difficult tasks with focus, disci- OHA’s administration, again accusing it of pline and courage. spying on the employees.
He po‘i nä kai uli, ka ko‘o, ‘a‘ohe hina Here, again, we must bear in mind our püko‘a. Said of one who remains calm in the obligation as Trustees to ensure that the trust loha mai käkou. On May 16, 2008, face of difficulties fter I began my term as a Trustee, I funds are properly expended for legitimate trust the School of Social Work at the Invest your time in working on the front line, noted the security cameras in the fifth purposes. One of those purposes, of course, is AUniversity of Hawai‘i at Mänoa held at the grass roots, in direct service or commu- Afloor hallway that gives access to the staff salaries. We are obligated to ensure that its 2008 Convocation. This event provided nity organizing; superb experience and training Board Room, staff offices and the restrooms. the trust gets its “dollars’ worth” from our staff. 16 undergraduate BSWs, 76 graduate MSWs for public service and/or elected office. Over the past several months those cam- In return, the staff needs to be aware of their and two post-graduate PhDs in Social Work to eras have been criticized quite vociferously. I, obligation to put in a full day’s work. Those are gather with their families and friends in joint O ke kahua mamua mahope ke kükulu. being aware of the strife-torn Board meetings the only purposes served by the new system. It celebration of their scholastic achievements Learn all you can, then practice. of the not too distant past, thought perhaps is not intended or used for spying. and shared support. The following are specific If and when public service beckons you the cameras were installed to keep track of excerpts from my Convocation Remarks. to the level of elected office, whether for the the comings and goings of any “partisans” of The system is referred to as a bioscrypting “Warm greetings to family, faculty and well- neighborhood, for the Native Hawaiian pri- the individual Trustees and to alert everyone system because an employee’s fingerprint is studied and victorious graduates. I am pleased vate and public Trust, for the Legislature or to any problems in the hallway. However, recorded when he or she is checking in to to be here and am honored to look into the faces for the Nation, you will achieve that kuleana Administrator Clyde Nämu‘o informed me work in the morning and checking out at the of 2008 School of Social Work change agents. I because the people have placed their trust in that there were other, very valid, reasons. end of the day. Obviously, the system records carry great hope and a spirit of expectation for you. They expect in return ethical discerning whether or not an employee has put in the the work and contributions you will and must judgment and prudence. Hawai‘i as well as You see, for safety reasons, the build- requisite work time. Regrettably that has not make to Hawai‘i’s present and future. the Hawaiian community needs remarkable ing management has directed that during always been the case. As in any organization, Thirty-two years ago, when I graduated and honest political leadership. working hours those doors, leading from certain employees report to work tardy and from the UH School of Social Work, the the building’s fifth floor elevators to the also leave before the end of the workday. jury was out on where I was headed, but the An 18th century writer notes: Politics is the hallway in question are not to be locked. That cannot be tolerated. Regents of the University of Hawai‘i on the most hazardous of all professions. There is no Consequently, the general public has access recommendation of the faculty conferred other in which one can hope to do so much good from the elevators to the hallway and to the The system is intended to provide for the degree with all the rights, privileges and to his fellow creatures and neither is there any restrooms, which are the primary sanitary accountability on the part of the staff. Some honors thereunto appertaining, taking the in which, by mere loss of nerve, one may do as facilities for our staff members. critics have indicated that this is “overkill” hope-filled risk on me. widespread harm. There is not another in which because OHA already has a time card system. Now it is YOUR time with all the rights, one may so easily lose one’s own soul, nor is The cameras keep a record of people The long-term goal is to tie the bioscrypting privileges and honors thereunto appertaining there another in which a positive and strict verac- coming and going to the restrooms. While system to OHA’s time card system, which to step forward to make a positive difference. ity is so difficult. But danger is the inseparable some critics complain that the cameras are is called Oracle. Because the bioscrypting Hold close to the lessons from our ances- companion of honor. With all its temptations an intrusion on the privacy of the employees records the fingerprint of the employee OHA tors that guide and chart our steps today. You and degradations that beset it, politics is still the and are merely instruments for “spying” on can be assured that the person who has face an ocean of opportunities and risks; and noblest career any one can choose. them, that argument is ridiculous. In the not checked in or out is in fact an employee. successful navigation of these forces starts first If public service, specifically political too distant past the men’s restroom was van- A card key system with a camera aimed with strength and clarity of spiritual values. office, will be your ultimate destination as dalized on two occasions. The sole purpose at the card reader would also address this ‘Ölelo no‘eau, gathered and published by a Social Worker; or a community change of the cameras is to provide for the employ- concern. However, the building management Mary Kawena Puku‘i, heighten values of the agent in the private or public sector is your ees’ safety. As Trustees we are responsible has advised OHA that a video camera in the spirit and provide wise counsel. Their rel- commitment, Ua ahu ka imu, e läwalu ka i‘a. for providing a safe working environment for public elevator lobby is not permissible. evance lives on through the generations. All preparations have been made; now let us OHA’s employees. Those security cameras proceed with the work.” 43/48 are simply there to provide that safe environ- In short, the systems installed by OHA ‘A‘ohe ‘ulu e loa‘a i ka pökole o ka lou. Editor’s note: E kala mai, Chairperson ment. And there are no security cameras at serve two legitimate trust concerns: security There is no success without preparation. Apoliona’s May column was incorrectly any other locations on the OHA premises. and accountability of our employees. Fire up your passion to make a positive titled. It should have been titled “Truth For the critics, I say, “Get on difference for humanity so your professional be told.” KWO regrets the error. Another procedure that has caused some with your life.”
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Blaming others … I am truly disappointed with the direction that our OHA’s focus for the near future Ka Wai Ola newspaper has taken ever since we lost 75 percent of our newspaper staff last year. There is no longer any sense of fairness or balance in what is being reported to our beneficiaries and, in my opin- Boyd P. Mossman Rowena Akana ion, it is now nothing more than a propaganda rag. Trustee, Maui ly necessary since an independent Trustee, At-large Nothing critical of OHA’s leadership is ever printed. I country is merely idealistic, not have also received complaints from beneficiaries that realistic. Not even the Hawaiian their Letters to the Editor are not being printed. This is people would support that, let alone the first time in the many years I’ve been at OHA that the non-Hawaiian populace. And Ka Wai Ola has been reduced to a publication that, to so I continue to oppose the Twigg- some extent, is being censored. For example, when Smith and Grassroots litigants and no‘ai käkou … I wasn’t surprised when an issue is deemed too controversial, somehow, thou- loha Käkou, supporters as well as the numerous I opened the May issue of Ka Wai Ola to sands of copies of the newspaper seem to get lost and Mahalo to all of you splinter kingdoms and governments ‘Asee that fellow Trustee Haunani Apoliona are not delivered to beneficiaries. Also, as retribution Awho helped support OHA floating around with their followers listed me first among those that she felt killed her for my past criticisms, you can now find my articles in the past legislative session and many of whom would rather sac- negotiated settlement bill (HB 266 HD 2). I guess I in the back of the paper. our efforts to secure the betterment rifice selflessness for selfishness, could see it as a compliment that she thinks I have of Hawaiians via a deliberate, care- finality for frivolity, and certainty such powerful influence, but once again, Apoliona Employee Exodus Continues in April ful and professional application of for uncertainty. misses the point. The truth is, if Apoliona wants to Three employees left OHA in April. Two were legal standards to recover a long Affordable housing is still an look for someone to blame for the fiasco during this accountants and one of them wrote a letter to Trustees overdue debt from the Legislature. important objective of OHA and as past legislative session, she needs to remember the saying she felt she was unfairly terminated. The other We exerted our best over a four- with all our programs we look for phrase “the buck stops here,” or at least that is what accountant resigned. I have asked the Administration year period of meetings, research ways OHA can help. We lost $13 good leaders presume. to discuss these departures at the next Board meet- and negotiations but that was not million in the Legislature along It is obvious to me what killed OHA’s ceded land ing. The third employee that left was the high-profile enough to get the Legislature to with a promise of huge future rev- settlement legislation with the governor on the past manager of Hi‘ipaka LLC. pay their debt. Now that that is enues for our people. Now we must due ceded land revenues that are owed to OHA. It lost, we need to drop back and work with no promise of additional was Haunani Apoliona’s sheer arrogance. Apoliona Final Thoughts figure out how we can overcome income and we need to innovate believed that she could just ram her legislation down The fact that there was no settlement between OHA the chosen few. Is it in the ballot and create, which itself brings criti- everyone’s throat, including the Legislature. and the State is very unfortunate. Especially since Ms. box? Is it in the community? Is cism from the vocally ignorant. She also completely misses the obvious fact that Apoliona has claimed that she and the Governor’s it in a more effective educational One wonders why we pay attorneys we needed to get the Legislature’s approval for the office have been negotiating for three years. This state- effort? I’m open to suggestions. to provide legal advice when there settlement. No one likes surprises, least of all politicians. ment, on its face, appears less than truthful when you Thirty-one years and counting next are so many out there who know Apoliona also criticizes the five Senators who killed the factor in the fact that the state offered up a couple of year and the last with a governor better and are more than willing bill, but what do you expect them to do when nearly a pieces of land and wrote language in the settlement who has been the most supportive to give the press their free legal hundred OHA beneficiaries show up and testify against document that HAD TO BE ACCEPTED BY OHA or of Hawaiian issues probably ever. advice. Because they usually have the bill for almost five hours? Her “my way or the high- there would be no deal. These actions make it clear that Too bad we have a Senate that’s no basis for their objections we way” attitude doomed the bill from the very beginning. THERE WAS NO NEGOTIATIONS going on at all! been the worst to support Hawaiian shouldn’t be concerned, but the There were only “take it or leave it” offers by the state issues probably ever. And that is state Senate listens to them and not For The Record which OHA’s negotiating team finally agreed to. enough for politics until next year. us. Go figure. I opposed HB 266 HD 2 because the bill, if What is crystal clear now is that the state had every On to our Hawaiian trust. Grants are ongoing but with the passed into law, would have bound our beneficiaries intention to keep all of the best ceded lands and had So what now for OHA? Well, loss of ceded lands revenues in to a settlement agreement that was signed between decided to appeal our Hawaii State Supreme Court we began our annual island board the Senate, expect cuts. Hawaiian OHA and the State on Jan. 17, 2008. The agreement decision not to allow the state to sell ceded lands until meetings in May and will be going health, education and employment contained language that would forever extinguish all Hawaiian land claims could be settled. The appeal by to each island again the remainder are continuing challenges and I rights afforded to Native Hawaiians under section 4 the State to the U.S. Supreme Court to reverse that of the year. Come to our communi- hope to see some progress in the and 6 of Article XII of the State Constitution. When decision makes the state’s efforts to settle with OHA ty meetings and share your mana‘o. area of drug prevention and treat- I questioned OHA’s leadership about this language, and the Hawaiian people disingenuous. To add insult In addition to that, other meetings ment as well as elderly issues. With they basically told me to not worry about it. Then, to injury, the state has hired the former U.S. Solicitor will be going on by OHA staff as education, the STEM (Science, after the fact, Senate President Colleen Hanabusa General under President Clinton (who represented the well as individual Trustees. Technology, Engineering and Math) revealed in the May 6, 2008, Honolulu Advertiser that, state and OHA in the Rice v. Cayetano case) to repre- We will also focus on feder- initiative in my opinion needs more “OHA leaders told her and other senators that the idea sent the State of Hawaii in their appeal against OHA al recognition again and hope to attention from OHA and continuing of eliminating future claims in exchange for $15.1 in the U.S. Supreme Court. secure for ourselves a foothold in efforts to provide scholarships to as million annually in the future was (attorney general) It is time for all Hawaiians to rally together for jus- the legal arena that can be secured many as possible. Hawaiian busi- Bennett’s idea and that they reluctantly agreed. They tice and to replace leaders who do NOT represent their with the creation of a nation within nesses are one response to unem- had to agree to go along with it or the AG would no interests in the Nov. 4, 2008, General Election. For the nation to look after our people ployment and Native Hawaiian longer negotiate.” OHA’s negotiating team deceived more information on how to register to vote or to be a and bring some sense of satisfac- Chambers are a means of improv- beneficiaries, the Legislature and fellow Trustees candidate in the OHA election, please call the Office of tion and justice to them for the ille- ing Hawaiian involvement in the by saying the agreement was mutual and that the Elections at 453-8683 (Oahu) or toll free at 1-800-422- gal overthrow. Then will we be able business community. With O‘ahu amended language meant nothing. 8683 for the neighbor islands. Imua e Hawaii nei… to negotiate the ceded lands issues and Maui already on board, per- For more information on important Hawaiian and claims which remain dormant haps we can see Hawai‘i Island Ka Wai Ola Now a Mouthpiece issues, check out Trustee Akana’s web site at until an entity can speak for our and Kaua‘i starting this year. E for OHA Leadership www.rowenaakana.org. people. The Akaka Bill is absolute- holomua käkou. 32 | meIune2008i2008 Leo ‘Elele • Trustee Messages
She was a Lady with ‘Inner Hawaiian language, $900; Kälia Susan brIEfs Yasak of Maui will be a freshman at UH Continued from page 28 Hilo majoring in Hawaiian Studies and Spirit. Inner Strength.’ nursing, $800. Robert K. Lindsey, Jr. and government agencies, lenders, and The recipients were selected from an eli- Trustee, Hawai‘i When she qualified for Social Security she housing-development companies. gible pool of participants of UH’s Nä Pua discovered it was Kapuakelanu‘u. She was The fair aims to help prospective home- No‘eau, a K-12 culture-based center, which born in Hakalau, attended Kalaniana‘ole buyers prepare for the process of buying aims to raise the achievement and aspirations School in Päpa‘ikou, married our dad and a home and offers an opportunity to win of Hawaiian students and their families. moved to Waimea in 1946. Our mom spoke a $50,000 down payment toward a home fluent Hawaiian. Hawaiian was her first through the Crack the Code sweepstakes. Seeking kökua language and the Hawaiian she spoke was Sponsoring partners are the City & County of oday is May 11th, 2008, Mother’s very musical. I remember when she and Honolulu, U.S. Department of Housing and A recent story in the Hawai‘i Tribune Day. In days gone by at our Church my uncles and aunties sat around visiting; Urban Development, the Office of Hawaiian Herald highlights the challenges facing Tin Waimea on Mother’s Day, if your the kükäkükä was accompanied by a lot Affairs, the Honolulu Board of Realtors, and the family of Gladys Brigham, who works mom was living you were given a red car- of laughter. Her Faith was intense. Except the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The fair in OHA’s Hilo office. Brigham’s brother nation upon entering the sanctuary. If she for when she was hospitalized in 1960 for will also offer hourlong workshops as fol- and sister-in-law, Cata and Kaleo Hauanio wasn’t, you got a white one. If we had been several months, I don’t remember her miss- lows: 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., Homeownership of Kailua-Kona have two adopted boys, on our best behavior we could sit to the far ing a day of Church. She had a beautiful 101 and Credit Counseling Basics; 11 a.m. Koa and Nalu, who are in need of special- back of the church. Total anonymity was voice, played the ‘ukulele and loved to sing and 2 p.m., Qualify for a Mortgage and ized treatment for medical problems stem- the preferred scenario. “Out of sight. Out of Hawaiian hymns. She believed in Education. Homebuyer Resources. For information, ming from their birth mother’s pre-natal mind.” Sometimes we’d trip and fall. Our Education in her view was one’s passport to call 523-9500. drug and alcohol abuse. The couple was mom believed in swift justice. On those “The Good Life.” In our house you could aware of the boys’ health situation, and occasions, we had to sit in the second or stay up as late as you wanted as long as you Hei workshops was prepared to help the children, who third row for all the küpuna to see. When were reading a book. She was so proud when are age 5 and 6. But despite treatment, the we were kolohe, we were not only in trouble my brother and I got into Kamehameha. Workshops on the Hawaiian art of boys’ symptoms persist. The Hauanios are with God but with “Mämä.” That’s what my She was even prouder when we graduated. I string figure-making (hei) and slip-knot trying to raise money to visit the Amen brother and I called our Mom, who was a have few regrets and can count them on one tricks (pü kaula) will be making its way Clinic in Newport Beach, California, tiny lady. She was around 4 feet 8 inches hand. The major one being I chose “not to across the islands. Participants will also where a brain-imaging procedure can be tall and weighed no more than 90 pounds. walk” when I graduated from UH-Mänoa. learn chants and stories involved in this performed. Donations will be used to Because she felt she had been dishonored, I was the first from her side of the family traditional pastime. cover travel expenses, testing, treatment embarrassed is more like it, my ear as well to graduate from college. She would have Kumu Kalani Akana of Hälau Hana Hei and equipment. To help, call 345-7064 as my brother’s, sometimes the right one, loved to be amongst the crowd at Andrews hopes to perpetuate this art for subsequent sometimes the left, would be in severe pain. Amphitheatre in June 1970. She was a dis- generations as a source of enjoyment, New medical board No painkiller would have helped soothe ciplinarian. Our mom did not spare the rod. learning and cultural pride. Preference our “sore ear.” I’m surprised we still have In fact in our biased view she used the rod will be given to educators and Hawaiian- The members of ‘Ahahui o nä Kauka, ears. It was the same sermon year after year. more than was necessary. Life was simple in speaking parents and workshops are lim- the Association of Native Hawaiian Kahu would pitch the virtues of “wahine- our corner of Hawai‘i. The stool upon which ited to 10 adult students per six-week Physicians, have elected Dr. Nathan A.K. hood” and motherhood. After the service, we sat had five legs: Church, School, Home, session. For more information, email kala Wong of Honolulu to serve as the presi- we’d feast on a potluck lunch prepared by ‘Ohana and Work. Her mantra was “No [email protected]. dent of the board of directors. our dads for our moms and for us. There Work, No Eat.” There was no such thing as Wong is a family physician in practice at was always heaps of fried chicken, rice, poi, a “free lunch.” If you wanted something you Scholarship recipients the Waipi‘o Clinic of Kaiser Permanente. potato and macaroni salad, the best beef and had to work for it. You had to earn it. And He replaces outgoing president Dr. Dee- tripe stew in all Hawai‘i, vanilla cake and finally and amazingly, our Mom had a view Six students have been named to Ann Carpenter. Malolo syrup juice. Our church is ‘Imiola, on Sovereignty. For her it was something receive the inaugural Nä Pua No‘eau Wong was raised in Honolulu and the yellow one in the corner on Waimea’s called “Inner Spirit. Inner Strength.” If one Hideo Noguchi Advancement of Native graduated from ‘Iolani School and Cornell Church Row. ‘Imiola Church was found- is strong, sure and secure inside one’s self, Hawaiians Scholarship to study at one of University. After serving in the U.S. Marine ed by Lorenzo Lyons, Makua Laiana, the one can achieve anything and be anything. the University of Hawai‘i campuses. Corps, Wong was accepted to UH Mänoa’s lyric poet and the author of Hawai‘i Aloha. For her there was no such thing as a “Mission The recipients and their scholarship John A. Burns School of Medicine. One of Today is May 11th, 2008, Mother’s Day. Impossible.” Thus on the topic of Sovereignty amounts are: Kiani Elie Yasak of Maui, an only four Hawaiians in the class, he graduat- My wife and I have brought flowers to place and specifically the “Nation within a Nation incoming junior at UH Hilo majoring in ed in 1975. Wong has also served as medical on my mom’s grave situated in the cemetery Model,” her concept of Nationhood was not Hawaiian Studies, $800; Alexander Keali‘i officer in the Hawai‘i Army National Guard, next to the Church she loved and which was confined to the borders of a geographically Kea III of O’ahu will be a freshman at UH from which he recently retired. her Pu‘uhonua for many years. The mind defined space. For her, a Nation is a spiritual Mänoa majoring in Hawaiian Studies, Serving as physician/crewmember, is an amazing vessel. On this comfortable space. Sovereignty is inside one’s being, one’s $900; Cheney-Ann Pülama Kealoha Wong sailed on Höküle‘a in 1980, 1987, Waimea day, many memories of my Mom self. In her view if within each of us there Keikilani Lima of Moloka‘i will be a 1992 and 1995, and serves on the board of come flashing forward. She was just 58 when resides a Great Spirit (for her it was Akua), junior at UH Hilo majoring in Hawaiian the Polynesian Voyaging Society. she died in 1974. Born and raised in Hilo a positive attitude, an informed and inquiring Studies and political science, $800; Nakoa Other 2008 officers are Dr. William R. ‘Äkau, she was full Hawaiian. But she did mind, a forgiving heart, aloha for our fami- Michael Derrick Goo of Hilo, an incom- Ahuna (vice president), Dr. J. Kühiö Asam not distinguish between big “N” and small lies, neighbors and community, our Hawaiian ing senior at UH Hilo majoring in marine (secretary), and Dr. Gayland Yee of Maui “n” Hawaiians. There was no difference to Nation will be forever and forever strong. science, $800; Pililuaikekaiohilo Mary (treasurer). Two new members join the board her. We are all Akua’s children. She always I wish all of our moms wherever you are a Keala of Moloka‘i will be a senior at UH in 2008: Drs. Miriam Chang of Hau‘ula thought her maiden name was Puakela. very Happy Day. Mother’s Day is every day. Mänoa majoring in Hawaiian Studies and and Michele K. Shimizu of Kahuku. ho‘ohui ‘ohana • family reunions Iune2008 | 33
E na- ‘ohana Hawai‘i: If you are planning a reunion or looking for genealogical information, Ka Wai Ola will print your listing at no Clyde W. Na-mu‘o Administrator charge on a space-available basis. Listings should not exceed 200 words. OHA reserves the right to edit all submissions for length. Send your information by mail, or e-mail [email protected]. E ola na- mamo a Ha-loa! Crystal Kua Communications Director Achiu/Aena – The descendants of Leong Achiu to pre-register online at www.geocities.com and Haaheo. All children but the last three demonstrations of Hawaiian crafts or skills, call for the Oct. 9-11, 2008, reunion at Waimea Darlene, 808-678-1126. Bring favorite family Lisa Asato and Julia Kaumealanikanu‘u Paanui Aena are use their first name as their last name.) Philip gathering information and forming a com- Valley on O‘ahu. All ‘ohana are invited, (James and Henry K. Hart Kawaauhau); John recipes for a cookbook to be available at the Public Information Specialist mittee of family members to serve as liaisons including those in the lineage of the Royal (Anna, Keliihelela and Auliana Kawaauhau); next reunion! For information: Jeri (Chong), T. Ilihia Gionson to their respective branch so that the reunion Order of Pa‘ao, Holoae, Puou and Kapele, Kahiona (Sam and Agnes Paauhau). Kahiona 808-626-1833 or Mike (Kelly), 808-247-0498, will truly be a family affair. Descendants of descendants of Kapapaeelumoku, Konaaihele, K. Paauhau ‘ohana are Lono; Leleahana; or email [email protected]. Publications Editor the following: Edith Kinolau Achiu, Lincoln Kaaihelemoku, Kaluai, Kapihenui, Kamoeau, Timothy, w. Philomena Kauka Kawaauhau; Landford/Kahauolopua – A reunion of the John Matsuzaki Ah Miu Keanuenue Achiu, Rose Mew Hee Aikau Hewahewa, Akalaninui, Kaoaka, Lono, John, w. Pale; Kahula, k. Philip Haae; Albert Kahaupali Memorial Association ‘ohana will Waihookawaiahao Achiu, Benjamin Tin Hop Hihipa Hewahewakupuna, Kukapu, Kahai Kamana‘o, w. Hauola Mahiai and Joseph K.W. Publications Specialist/Art Director be held July 11-13, 2008, honoring our com- Kaonoakawaiakapuila Achiu, Thomas Tin Hewahewa, Mailuai, Mahiai Hewahewa, Kalahikola. For information, write to: Sarah mon ancestors Henry Newell Landford (1830- Nelson Gaspar Fun Kamalii Achiu, Esther Miu Ung Kauluoa Sarai Kahalewai, Pilipo Kahalewai, Charles Kahele, 144 Kaie‘ie Place, Hilo, HI 96720, or 1908) and Ani L. Kahauolopua (1839-1889) Achiu, Walter Tin Kit Kaena Achiu, Fannie Kupahu, Kahalelihau Kalimapehu, John Hau‘i call her at 808-959-1607; cell, 808-854-0330. Production Specialist/Graphic Designer – original owners of Kahaupali Cemetery in Kepani Achiu and Austin Hung Piu Kaliniepuu Kupahu, Kapihenui, Lepeka Kaleoha‘alulu Or call Ruth Kahele at 808-854-0189. Sunnyside, Maui, between Pä‘ia and Makawao. Liza Simon Achiu – please contact: Thelma Keala Binz Napahi, Bila Maxwell, Sarai Pai / Esplaquira, Kekipikamakahukilani – I am looking for The association ‘ohana includes all descen- Public Affairs Specialist (Austin) 637-5910, email thel@kealalegacy. Margret Kahalewai Koma, Rose Kalimapehu more information on my ‘ohana. Joseph dants of their daughters (followed by the names com; Billijean Kam-Takashima (Esther) 295- Young, Kahulanui Hewahewa Kekoolani, Kahikina Kekipikamakahukilani (April 7, of their children): Mary Kiliwehi Landford Blaine Fergerstrom 5585, email bkam.bayharbor@hawaiiantel. Sarai Kamauoha, Ekekela Kua, Akekuna‘a 1900-June 15, 1946) was from Päpöhaku, (Minerva Kiliwehi Kalama, Annie Lanikeha Media Production Specialist/Webmaster net or [email protected]; or T.J. Miram Oliwa, Rebecca Kua DeFries, Ho‘opi‘i Oliver, Wailuku, Maui. He married Elizabeth Haughton, Julia Kahaukapu Williamson); Cuaresma (Benjamin) 218-9353, email Hoakalei Crowell, Sarai Kamakau, Edith Kapapuni Kuoha of Pe‘ahi, Waikakula, Maui Minerva Kulamanu McLean (Mary Annie Francine Murray [email protected]. An informational Kamauoha, Pilomina Makaena Swanson, (Nov. 30, 1907-Nov. 22, 1947). They had McNicoll); Debra Papu Langsi (Abel Langsi); Broadcast/Media Coordinator web site link is available on request. Marie Taitano, Alice Makaena Kaupiko, eight children: Joseph Kekipi, Bernice Marie and Henry’s son William Landford (Henry, Frances Makaena Naone, Rachel Medeiros Charles Ogata Ahlo/Alo – A reunion on July 18-20, 2008, Leimapuana, Emily Mary Leialoha, Pearl George, William Jr., Edward, Samuel, Melina). Oneha, Henry Makaena, Mona Gohier / will honor the descendants of Abraham Amana Katherine Leinaala, Thoedore Kealii, Geradane We hope to reunite all descendants who are Volunteer Sniffen, Nancy Kahananui, Paul Makaena, Ahlo and Juliana Hiilani Ah Nee Ani, including Leimaile, Patricia Corina Leilani and Olive eligible for burial or inurnment at this fam- HONOLULU Eva Kelii Kupahu, Pihikula Napahi Malakaua, their children: John Amina, Juliana, Alexander Leimamo. Elizabeth Kapapuni Kuoha re-mar- ily cemetery. The reunion will be at Pä‘ia Liwia Malakaua, Bessie Malakaua, Emma 711 Kapi‘olani Blvd., Ste. 500 Amana, Henry Kilianu, Bernard Stevens, ried (Fulgencio Ragudo Sr.) and had four chil- Community Center, Kü‘au, and other places Malakaua Kelso, Sarah Malakaua Higa, Moses Honolulu, HI 96813 Gilbert Francis, Peter Clement, Abraham dren: Harold John Kaheakeli Kekipi Ragudo, on Maui. For information, www.kahaupali. Malakaua, Konaaihele, Kihe, Barawis. The iwi Herman, Julia Cecilia, Lorita Malia and Emma Larry Valentine Waiohu Ragudo, Lorraine org, or contact Rosemary Keoho Fujimoto on Phone: 808.594.1888 of Hewahewanui, High Priest for Kamehameha Mercy. All family are warmly welcomed to Kuuleimomi Ragudo and Fulgencia Ragudo. O‘ahu, 664-1828; Joy Enomoto on Maui, 808- Fax: 808.594.1865 I is laid at Waimea Valley. An ancient protocol this exciting weekend of sharing, aloha, gene- If you have any information, contact Sheryl 276-7242; or mail: KMA 2008 Reunion, P.O. processional in honor of Hewahewa will start EAST HAWAI‘I (HILO) alogy, story-telling and more. We’ll have a 255-9043, [email protected]. Box 791977, Pä‘ia, HI 96779; or email kma. at 6 a.m. Oct. 9 for the opening of this private, hö‘ea/wala‘au potluck dinner Friday night, a [email protected]. 162-A Baker Avenue two-day reunion. For information: Chairperson Kuakahela – The Kuakahela ‘Ohana lü‘au Saturday night and an aloha breakfast Hilo, HI 96720 Na’mi Kama, 927-6764 or email hewahewa. Organization holds a reunion July 11-12, 2008, Swift/Hapakukua – The descendants of John Sunday morning. Registration forms are avail- Phone: 808.920.6418 [email protected]. at Ka Hale Hoano O Ke Akua Church in Kukuma Swift and Kalihilihiokala Hoopii able at www.myspace.com/ahloreunion2008. Kalihi, 1760 Nalani St., and July 13, 2008, along with John Pakanaka Hapakuka and his Fax: 808.920.6421 For information: Chairperson Julie Pruett, 808- Hukiku/ Keulua – The ‘ohana of Moke Hukiku at Ke‘ehi Lagoon Park. Kuakahela and Keaka two wives, Lahela Pili and Kali Kuhaulua, 723-9958, [email protected]. For and Kapali Keulua will hold a reunion July WEST HAWAI‘I (KONA) Kalimaonaona had nine children: Naiheauhau, are having their reunion July 18-20, 2008, genealogy information, Keala Cummings 808- 19, 2008, on O‘ahu. The ‘ohana includes the 75-5706 Hanama Pl., Ste. 107 Kealohapauole, Kaaihue, Kaunahi, Kamau, on Maui. Families and friends who would 383-5341, [email protected]. descendants of James Moses, Mary Kiko, Kimona, Maila Maria, Wahinelawaia Muolo, like to participate in our activities and join Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 Annie Flores, Jack Moses, Joseph Kaahanui Chang/Kukahiko – The ‘ohana of Ying and John Keau Kuakahela. Contact Pres. Arthur us for a lü‘au on Saturday are welcome. For Phone: 808.327.9525 Moses, Frank Moke, Louise Larinaga, Kalei Chang, “A‘ana,” and Hattie Keolakai Kukahiko M. Mahi, 808-325-7134, Hawai‘i Island; 1st information: Kathy Shimada, 877-0839, shi- Tisalona and Malia Santiago, as well as those of Fax: 808.327.9528 of Makena will have a second family reunion at VP Octavia Kaui Kaili, O‘ahu, 688-4834; 2nd [email protected]; Kaniu Hapakuka, Lokalia Anakolio Holt, James Lawrence Holt, Kokololio Beach Park in Hau‘ula in Windward VP Ted Mokiao, O‘ahu; Sec. Amy Aquino 760-2611; Lei Moore, 760-2227. MOLOKA‘I Kaluna Keawekane, Malia Kaneaiakala, and the - O‘ahu, on Saturday, July 26, 2008, 9 a.m.-5 Martinez, 322-9621; Treas. Theresa Mahi, 325- Ku-lana ‘Oiwi Keolas, Ahsings and Kaahanuis. Contact Lehua Victor/Akoi – The fifth ‘ohana reunion of the p.m. All descendants/ families of John, Irene, 7134; Asst. Treas. Agnez Barrozo; Food Chair Carpentier, 689-7651 on O‘ahu (registration) or descendants of Kamukai Victor and Amelia Akoi P.O. Box 1717 Daisy, Eddie, Anne, Lily, Samuel, Robert, Apolonio Aquino, 895-1663. Members encour- E. Kalani Flores, [email protected] or will be held Aug. 15-17, 2008, on O‘ahu. All fam- Kaunakakai, HI 96748 Ernest, David, Philip, Dorothy, Frank and aged to wear name badges, ‘ohana uniforms or 808-885-5383 on Hawai‘i Island (genealogy). ily are warmly welcomed for an exciting weekend Phone: 808.560.3611 Solomon are welcome. A $15 fee per house- colors. Call Theresa Mahi for dues, T-shirts, of sharing, aloha, genealogy, historical field trips, hold registered includes a family genealogy Kamana/ Kapele – The descendants of genealogy or candlelight ceremony. Write Fax: 808.560.3968 Kau Inoa registration, health screening and more. binder. Each household will bring a main Lily Keliihuli (Kamana) Keliihoomalu, 73-4149 Hawai‘i Belt Rd., Kailua-Kona, HI We’ll have a hö‘ea/wala‘au dinner Friday night, LA¯NA‘I dish and one salad or dessert. To help plan the Frank Kaui Kapele, Elizabeth Mae Lahapa 96740. Publicity call Lyn Lowando 325-7114. our lü‘au hanohano Saturday night and an aloha event, contact Kalani Wilmington, 398-4257, (Kamana) Keliihoomalu, Maggie Keola P.O. Box 631413 Kupahu – The direct descendents of John Haui breakfast Sunday morning. Registration forms are [email protected]; or Sharon Rickard, (Kamana) Kuikahi, Obed Kamana, and Sarah Lana’i City, HI 96763 and Eme Meleana Kulamanu Kupahu and Bertha, available at www.victor-ohana.org. For informa- 387-9033, [email protected]. Kahaleaulani (Kamana) Ke, plan a family Phone: 808.565.7930 Sadie, Miriam, Samuel, Henry and Manuel are tion: Chairperson Dwight Victor, 808-688-2349, reunion for Aug. 30 and 31, 2008, in Pähala, Cummings – If you are descendant to William having a Kupahu ‘Ohana gathering July 4-6, [email protected]; Pa‘ina Committee Co- Fax: 808.565.7931 Hawaii Island, at Pähala Community Center. Humphreys, Thomas Booth Jr., Jonah Booth, 2008, at Mä‘ili Beach Park (subject to change). Chairs Joe and Nickie Hines, 808-259-8406; or For information: Mabel Wilson @ 982-7645, KAUA‘I / NI‘IHAU Joseph Elijah, Parker Andrew, Amy Hoolai, The fifth generation Leeward cousins will be [email protected]. Paulette Ke @ 217-5654, Harry Kuikahi @ 3-3100 Ku¯hio¯ Hwy., Ste. C4 Hannah Rachael, please join us at our tri-annual hosting the reunion, “A Walk to Remember” (Ke 329-0611, Keamalu Waltjen @ 928-8028, or Wahilani/Kaleikini/Kalama – Announcing reunion July 26, 2008, at Maui Tropical Plantation, Ala Ho‘omana‘o). We need your most favorite Lihu‘e, HI 96766-1153 Berni McKeague @ 933-1495. a family reunion Aug. 8-10, 2008, Wai‘anae, Wailuku, Maui. For information, Adele Morar, memory and pictures of family events. For infor- Phone: 808.241.3390 O‘ahu. Descendents of John Lanipae Wahilani 808-572-1124, email [email protected]. Kawaauhau/ Paauhau – Brothers Daniel mation, Nani Puha, 687-0164 (poohnalani1@aol. Kaleikini and Elizabeth Piliholeiowahinekapu Fax: 808.241.3508 Kawaauhau, w. Aliikapeka Kaliuna; Philip com) or Papu Ceruti, 368-5124. Ha‘o/ Harbottle/ Adams – My name is Maile Kalama are: Roselia Kanoelani Wahilani Kawaauhau, w. Kahele Kaaiwaiu; John MAUI Ha‘o and I am looking for relatives. I’m start- Kupihea – The Kahililulumoe (Lulu) Kupihea Kaleikini, John Kaukaopua Wahilani Kaleikini, Kawaauhau, w. Waiwaiole; and sister Kahiona 140 Ho‘ohana St., Ste. 206 ing to work on the family tree, and if anyone ‘ohana will hold a potluck reunion Sunday, Aug. Samuel Welaohilani Wahilani Kaleikini, Charles Kawaauhau, k. Simeon Milika‘a Paauhau has information and/or pictures I would really 3, 2008, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Mililani Recreation Kaanapukawilaokalani Wahilani Kaleikini, Kahului, HI 96732 are having a family reunion Aug. 29-Sept. appreciate your kökua. My email is haooha- Center I. Activities include genealogy work Elizabeth Kukauwahiho Kaleikini, Walter Phone: 808.873.3364 1, 2008, in Milolii, the last Hawaiian fishing [email protected], and my address is 45-513 (bring family charts, records, photos and stories) Kalawaiokanoa Kaleikini, Lawrence Hoohokulani Fax: 808.873.3361 village, South Kona, Hawai‘i Island. Children Pahia Road #204A, Käne‘ohe, HI 96744. and Kau Inoa information/ registration (bring a Kaleikini, Clarence Kaleikini, Carinthian Elaine of the family are: Daniel (Pahio, Kahalepo, copy of your birth certificate or other legal docu- Kaleikini. Call 671-0101 for information/ res- WASHINGTON, D.C. Hewahewa – The Hewahewa Reunion 2008 Keliikuli, Kahanapule, Kapeliela, Kaulahao, ment showing your Hawaiian ancestry). To share ervations or visit www.wahilaniohana.com. 50 F St. NW, Suite 3300 Celebration Committees ask all the ‘ohana Paulo, Kaleikauea, Makia, Kekumu, Kauka Washington, D.C. 20001 Phone: 202.454.0920 Fax: 202.789.1758 HAVE YOU & YOUR ‘OHANA EMAIL: [email protected] PLACED YOUR NAME? WEBSITES: www.OHA.org Would you like us to come to your family reunion to register them? www.NativeHawaiians.com Call 808 594-1902 or email [email protected]. - 34 | mei2008 makeke • the marketplace
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