11/08/2024
Aloha mai kākou—
It is my pleasure to announce the details of one of Kapilina's most highly anticipated events; the Lū`au.
For the first time ever, two days—November 15th and 16th, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., on the lawn at Pilikai Beach Park. This annual event is our expression of mahalo for your continued patronage and choosing to live ka pilina (together). This year's lineup of entertainment celebrates the diversity of our island home, showcasing performances that not only represent Hawai`i but of those from across the Pacific; both traditional and contemporary. We invite you to enjoy food and drink by D'lish at the Beach on Friday, with the addition of an eclectic array of cuisines by local vendors on Saturday.
Anticipate increased traffic around Pilikai Beach Park (Iroquois Avenue and Edgewater Drive). Attendees are encouraged to consider alternative means of transportation—i.e., walking, bicycling—as parking will be limited. Please adhere to posted signage and traffic control measures. Likewise, there will be a slight modification to viewing areas on the lawn. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own seating. However, please take note of the areas closest to the stage that will be reserved for ground mats only (e.g., blankets, towels, etc.). Grilling or heat and smoke-producing devices will not be permitted at or near the lawn on both days.
Along with the announcement of the Lū`au, we are delighted to share with you the launch of our newest partnership with Move For Hunger. This national non-profit organization mobilizes transportation networks to deliver surplus food to communities in need. Say you're moving, needing to clear out your pantry, or simply willing to donate to a great cause—our office will gather those items; Move For Hunger, through their network of local moving companies, will pick them up; then transport them to local foodbanks. In our case, the Hawai`i Foodbank. From November 9th to 23rd, help us reach our launch goal of collecting 1,000-pounds of non-perishable food items. A drop-off bin will be located in the Leasing Office and at the Lū`au. For every pound of food donated, receive an entry into the raffle drawing; winners to be announced on November 25th. You must be 18 years of age or older to enter. Prizes include a Koaloha `ukulele, $100 Manuheali`i gift card, four tickets to the Annual Thanksgiving Celebration with Anuhea at the Blue Note Hawai`i, $100 Tiki's Grill & Bar gift card, $100 D'lish at the Beach gift certificate, and a few others.
With thanks in this season of giving,
C. Pono Higa
Community Events & Marketing Coordinator