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Plant Aloha (FREE Class) Lauhala Story & Weaving by Aunty Annie
November 16, 2017 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Hawaiian Sanctuary is proud to present: Plant Aloha, a FREE educational series of sustainable farming classes. Every Thursday morning, from 9:00am until 12:30pm, with special Saturday monthly offerings, led by local and visiting experts. Visit our website for more information:
http://hawaiiansanctuary.com/plantaloha
Thursday, November 16th 2017 – 9:00am-12:30pm
The Lauhala Tree & Ulana Lauhala with Lauhala Weaving Demonstration by Aunty Annie
Annie Kaaukai is a “keiki ‘o ka ‘aina,” born and raised in lower Puna. “Aunty Annie,” as she is known to many around the island, is a master craftswoman and a great cook. Seventy-three years old, she has three children and five grandchildren. She is also a volunteer with the Retired Seniors Volunteer Program (RSVP) and the Food Basket Inc, distributing food in Nanawale, Pahoa, Hawaiian Beaches, and volunteering at Senior programs in Pahoa. We are privileged to have her share “mo’olelo” (stories) and the parts and uses of the Lauhala Tree.
Location:
Hawaiian Sanctuary – Laka Lounge
13-3194 Pahoa Kalapana Rd (Highway 130). Pahoa, HI 96778
Hawaii Island (Big Island)
Only about 1 Mile South of Pahoa Town.
Turn into the driveway at Mile Marker 12!
Each class starts promptly with a lecture and Q&A before hands-on farm learning ~ Come prepared with notepad and writing utensil, closed toed shoes, sun hat, and gloves.
Plant Aloha is supported, in part, by the County of Hawaii, Research & Development. We are still looking for support to complete and enhance this amazing project. Please give what you can:
http://hawaiiansanctuary.com/donate
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