Sunday, August 26, 2012

'Ohana Retreat 2012

Aloha mai,
E kala mai for taking so long to post about 'Ohana Retreat.  We've been busy planning and preparing for upcoming events!  Mahalo nunui to everyone who came out and supported the event, we could not have done it without all of you.  Mahalo for making the day special by sharing your time, energy and aloha with all of us.  A special mahalo to the men of Team Kalea, our very own David Carden, Kaika Carden, Chris Valle, and Chris Riches for all of their hard work, dedication and aloha. All of your hard work is always noticed and always appreciated.  Mahalo to Lei Aloha O Ka 'Ohana for all of their support, and kokua, awesome job as always, ladies!  Mahalo to the ever amazing Malama Haloa O Utah for once again bringing kalo to the forefront for our people.  You guys are such a blessing. Mahalo to Kauwahi 'Anaina Hawai'i Hawaiian Civic Club for their participation and support. MAHALO!  Because a picture is worth a thousand words, here's a few thousand words for you. Enjoy the pics, and we'll see all of you soon!



































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Sunday, July 8, 2012

Ke Kauwela! Summertime!!!

We are excited.  We're thrilled.  We're eagerly anticipating this year's 'Ohana Retreat!!! It will be held on Saturday, August 4th at Lindon Harbor starting at 10 am.  Here's some things you'll need to know:

-Ho'ohana Competition:  What is it?? Family members in groups of 4 test their knowledge of Na Mea Hawai'i in the following areas: Wahi Pana (sacred, storied places), Language, General Knowledge and oneo other category.  How?  They'll answer trivia questions, a scavenger hunt for answers, complete puzzles and more!  FREE to enter to compete, FUN to participate in, and PRIZES will be awarded!!! To sign up to compete, just text or call 8019138980.  To keep things fair, Team may not consist of more than ONE Kumu (in any discipline).

Outrigger Canoe Races: Team Kalea, our awesome outrigger canoe club based out of Lindon Harbor will have a canoe race!  Potluck teams, 2 competitions.  18 and under, and 18 and over.  All interested in paddling will sign up and teams will be chosen and off you go!  If you've never paddled, mai hilahila!! (Don't be shy) we'll have a short canoe paddling workshop with some awesome seasoned paddlers prior to the race.  FUN!!

-Horseshoe Tournament: $2.00 entry fee per team, winner takes all.

-Ku'i Kalo: Mahalo to Malama Haloa O Utah!! Come learn how to make your own pa'i 'ai!!! Pa'i 'ai is mashed kalo with very little water, one pound of pa'i 'ai makes 2-3 pounds of poi.  There are tons of 'ONO recipes using kalo, such as poi mochi, poi andagi, pa'i 'ai pizza, pa'i 'ai cream cheese won tons and more.  Learn how to make your own, complete with cultural protocols! 'ONO!!!!

-Hula: Never danced hula?  Aunty Kathleen with Lei Aloha O Ka 'Ohana will be teaching a simple fun hula that all can do.

-Ipu Making Workshop: Led by Kupuna Vermine Haws, learn how to make your very own ipu for a minimal cost.  (Cost is to cover supplies)

Makahiki Games: Fun, great exercise and culturally invigorating!  Come test your skills and ulu maika, moa pahe'e and more!!

We are excited as once again we are coming together as a Native Hawaiian community with Hui Hawai'i O Utah Hawaiian Civic Club, Malama Haloa O Utah, Team Kalea, Lei Aloha O Ka 'Ohana as well as Kauwahi 'Anaina Hawai'i Hawaiian Civic Club all  participating to serve, support and engage our community.  All are welcome, POTLUCK meal, PLEASE BRING A DISH TO SHARE.

See you there!  Any questions please contact Tina at 8019138980.

MAHALO!!


Friday, February 24, 2012

And so we return from Vegas....

Uplifted and inspired. It is always so great to be amongst our people, especially other civic clubs who are engaged in the invigorating work of uplifting our people.
Our congratulations to Aunty Margaret Sanborn and everyone at Pacific American Academy for receiving a $495,000.00 grant which will provide health care and access to our Native Hawaiian children and their families, accessible through their campus. Awesome work! Totally inspiring!

There were so many amazing things that came our of our most recent Mainland Council Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs meeting in Las Vegas, much of which will be featured in our upcoming Spring issue of Na Leo `Oiwi, so be on the lookout for it!

Much closer to home, however, there are many things happening, and everyone can be a part of them! First off, there is a presentation on February 28th by local girl (both here in Utah and local of Hawai`i :) ) Hokulani Aikau! Entitled "Carry Your Culture On Your Canoe, Religion, Race and Sustainable Self Determination in Hawai`i" and she will be presenting at the University of Utah. No registration information given, I'm assuming that none is required.
Additionally, there is an upcoming conference specifically for Pacific Islanders, with the theme "Ke Ala I Kou Wa'a" or "The Path To Your Canoe" The purpose of the presentation is to discuss and explore ideas, methodologies, and best practices in the persistence and retention of Pacific Islander students in higher education. The event is free, but registration is required. Please also note that the event coordinators are aware of the mis-translation on the flyer. Mahalo.
Another event that is not only happening in our community, but also which we are participating in, is the upcoming 'Ohana Saturday through Lei Aloha O Ka 'Ohana and will be at the Hawaiian Cultural Center in Midvale. This year's theme is "Live for You, Live for Us", focusing on Pacific Islander health. There will be free health screenings for the whole family! Games, Food, Entertainment! It's also a FREE event, and open to the entire community. Come check us out! We'll be selling musubis and baked goods such as mochi cake, chantilly topped cream puffs and more as a club fundraiser! All of our proceeds go towards sustaining our cultural programs and activities for our community.

Please also note that G. E. Kawika Allen is requesting the participation of our Pacific Islanders here in Utah to complete a survey! Here is what he's asking:

My name is G. E. Kawika Allen, Ph.D and I am an assistant professor in the Department of Psychology at Southern Utah University. I am conducting a study on Polynesians related to religiosity and psychological well being.
There is a significant lack of research on Polynesians in general. The Polynesian community has been an underrepresented cultural group in the U.S. and has particularly been poorly documented in the academic arenas. I believe that we, as Polynesians need to increase the knowledge base of others who are different from us about our culture, people, ambitions, aspirations, and family system. Through this study we hope to advance the multicultural research and literature by specifically including more accurate knowledge and information about Polynesian individuals. This study can also give a voice to Polynesian communities in Utah, and help others understand the uniqueness of this specific group and how they experience life with regard to religiosity and psychological well being.
I am asking for your help to invite all Polynesians you may know over the age of 18 residing in the state of Utah to participate in this study. This is an anonymous study and participation is voluntary. Please use the following link to access
the study:

You can either click on the link or copy and paste it into your
internet browser. The survey will take approximately 20 minutes. We hope that you will find this study to be thought provoking, stimulating and enriching. Southern Utah University's Institutional Review Board (IRB) has approved this stud
y. If you have any questions you may contact the prim
ary investigator, Dr. G. E. Kawika Allen at 435-865-8253.
And lastly, as this has already been a LONG post, as a fundraiser, our club also has a few copies of "Lena Machado, Songbird of Hawai`i: My memories of Aunty Lena" by Pi`olani Motta (her hanai daughter) and Kihei DeSilva. Included in the book are 30 of Aunty Lena's compositions which include 10 that have never before been released, photos, glimpses into her life and the events that inspired some of her songs, and more. Typically sold across the internet and in Hawai`i for $24.95, we have it available to you for a mere $20.00. If interested, just email us at huihawaiioutah (at) yahoo (dot) com

Our club has a few projects in the works for our community and we're eagerly anticipating confirmation of a few key items and look forward to sharing it with you! Until then, mahalo nunui, malama pono!



Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Utah Actors

A message to all members of Utah ACTORS

I am looking for Hawaiian Families that live in Utah. This project is for the Polynesian cultural center its being shot in Utah. There are no lines Pay is $150.00 per day and they need to be available to work on Feb 24 and 25. This is a period piece so they will be wearing traditional Hawaiian Clothing. I need all ages Male and Female 5yrs old to 60 yrs old.
If you fit the description or you know anybody who is Hawaiian or looks Hawaiian please send this to them or have them come to my office between 10 am and 6pm Monday Feb 13, 2012 or Tuesday Feb 14, 2012. We will take 3 quick pictures, and then send them on to the director. Please forward this info to anyone you know who might fit the descriptions
My office address
Jeff Johnson Casting
2150 South Main St.
Suite 102
Salt Lake City, Ut 84115
Thanks
Jeff Johnson

Visit Utah ACTORS at: http://utahactors.ning.com/?xg_source=msg_mes_network


Monday, February 6, 2012

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY!

Scholarship for middle/junior high and high school students by the National Association for Multicultural Education Utah Chapter. *Written stories should be a mazimum of 500 words and can be written in any language!

Deadline: Wednesday, February 15th. Check the link here.

Tuesday, January 31, 2012

The Kāpili ‘Oihana Internship Program (KOIP) is now accepting applications for college interns for the 2012 summer session and humbly asking for your support in helping to recruit students. The session operates from May 21, 2012 to August 10, 2012. All KOIP interns must commit to a site for at least 120 hours (part-time) or 240 hours (full-time) in a 12-week period. KOIP is open to all eligible applicants that are 18 years or older and currently enrolled in college.

Kāpili ‘Oihana, meaning “to build a career or profession,” strives to provide Native Hawaiian college students with the opportunity to apply academic experience in a real world environment, meet and learn from professionals in their field of interest, develop skills and competencies and build their network of contacts in hopes of increasing their hiring potential upon graduation.

To be considered, applicants must submit an online KOIP Intern Application and also provide a cover letter, a resume and verification of current college enrollment.

Internship stipends may be available through Kamehameha Schools’ Financial Aid & Scholarship Services (FASS) department. Internship stipend applications are available only to students who have been offered and have accepted a non-paid internship position through the Kāpili ‘Oihana Internship Program. Awards are limited based on the availability of funding.

Interns looking for opportunities in a variety of different fields are encouraged to apply. The deadline for internship applications submission is Wednesday, February 29, 2012. For more information, available internship sites and to download the application, please visit http://apps.ksbe.edu/cphc/career-services/t/application-process, or contact Jewel Henderson at jehender@ksbe.edu or by phone at (808) 534-8329.



HB2875 Hawaiian Language Immersion Bill to be heard on Feb 8A

Aloha kakou,
Thought this might be of interest to the many of us who are passionate about our language.

HB2875 requires that HI State Assessment tests for Hawaiian Language students grades 3-6 be given in Hawaiian rather than English. Here is a link to view the bill.

The bill will be heard on Feb. 8th by the House Committee of Hawaiian Affairs, chaired by Rep. Faye Hanohano.