Virtual Workshops

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Roselani Hairpiece Workshop
​By Kuana Torres Kahele

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Kuana will take you step-by-step through the process of making a wili-style hairpiece using artificial materials. Students will learn how to source materials (both fresh and artificial) and combine them with ferns to create gorgeous hula hairpieces. Students source their own materials for this workshop from a local craft store to make from home.
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Supplies:
Floral tape
12 mini foam roses (1.5") 
Lace Fern 
2 pieces of raffia
6 pipe cleaners
1 zip tie

Material Suggestions:
Mini foam roses (Walmart, Ebay, Etsy)
Lace Fern (Lace Fern Hanging Bush, Green Lace Fern Spray, Hanging Fern Bush)

ʻŌlelo Hawaii 101
By Kauʻi Auwae

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​Just saying the words, "ʻŌlelo Hawai'i", is a beautiful musical sound wave, a stunning melody of sounds that make up a wide range of Polynesian languages throughout the Pacific Rim. We will present the history of our native language, basic concepts, and our cultural roots in our language. We will also practice basic greetings and introduction of self. 

Hāmoa Hula Workshop
By Kuana Torres Kahele

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Written by Kehau Tamure, this lovely mele takes us to Maui, just past Hana where the dark sands meet the cobalt waters of Hāmoa. Kuana gives step-by-step instruction, taking you through the complete song for this simple hula workshop.

Meet The Kumu!

Kauʻi Auwae

Henrylyn Kau'i Auwae is a Kanaka Maoli cultural practitioner, Kumu, and licensed massage therapist based in Seattle, Washington. Born and raised on Moku 'O Keawe, Hawai'i, much of her knowledge was passed down from her Kūpuna and Kumu. Kau'i currently owns and runs Ola Mai I Loko Mai, a Lomilomi Massage and Wellness Practice in Seattle. She has also taught Traditional Lomi, Ho'oponopono, ʻŌlelo Hawai'i, Kupuna Hula classes, led Hawaiian based cultural and educational workshops and events, and supported other communities in healing circles and indigenous activism. Kau'i is looking forward to connecting with all of you and sharing our collective love of ʻāina 'o Hawai'i nei. Mahalo piha no kākou (Full of thanks for all of you)

Kuana Torres Kahele

Hailing from Hilo, Hawai'i, Kuana Torres Kahele is a world-renowned Hawaiian musician, vocalist, songwriter, dancer, and educator. With several Nā Hōkū Hanohano awards under his belt, Kahele has also voiced the lead character in Pixar's animated short film, Lava. He regularly teaches cultural workshops & hula classes for all, sharing his love & passion for Hawaiian culture.