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Monthly Updates
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Aloha mai!
Welcome to 'Imiloa's monthly membership e-newsletter, Kilolani. Mahalo for your support of our programs. Please send your comments and feedback to our Membership Office at membership@imiloahawaii.org or call (808) 969-9719. |
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Winter Intersession Program
Sust-'ĀINA-bility: December 17 to 21, 2012
'Imiloa is seeking junior explorers and innovators in grades K-3 for Camp 'Imi-Possible Winter Intersession happening December 17-21, 2012. The week-long program will delve into "Sust-'ĀINA-bility," the many wonders of our land that sustains life.  Through engaging hands-on activities and experiences, students will explore the amazing and unique ecosystems, resources, industries and technologies thriving in each of Hawai'i Island's moku, or land divisions. As a tribute to our 'āina, the land that keeps on giving, students will also explore sustainable gifting traditions. The final day, parents, along with keiki, actively participate in the Sust-'ĀINA-bility Hō'ike, a celebration of new learning.
The camp will run from 9am to 3pm (with drop-off available at 7:30am and pick-up by 4pm). Cost is $180 for members and $200 for non-members. (If you have any questions about membership, contact Sally Marrack, Membership Coordinator, at membership@imiloahawaii.org or (808) 969-9719.)
Mahalo to Subaru Telescope for their support of the winter and spring Camp 'Imi-Possible programs.
Read more about Camp 'Imi-Possible on our website >
Click for registration form > A limited number of need-based scholarships are available. Please click here for more information or contact Craig Mitchell at 969-9720 or cmitchell@imiloahawaii.org. To sponsor a child to participate in this wonderful program through a tax deductible donation, please contact the Development Office at (808) 969-9702. Your support makes a difference. |
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Visit Our New Exhibit & Immerse Yourself in Maunakea's Majesty
Mahalo to all who have waited patiently while we have been remodeling our Maunakea exhibit. It is now complete and we are excited for members to experience the Piko 'ī Theatre and be immersed in Maunakea's natural beauty and majesty.
The gallery, situated at the entrance to the exhibit hall, is designed to guide visitors' ascent to Maunakea through colorful graphic imagery reflecting Hawai'i Island's natural life forms and ecosystems. Journey from Hawai'i's deep sea realm, shoreline, forests, upper elevations, and realm of mist to Maunakea's summit.
Walking through mist created by a fog screen, visitors transition into the darkness and calm of the Piko 'ī Theatre. "Fog screen technology uses ultrasound to create tiny water particles 2-3 microns in diameter that envelop visitors in the fine mist of Lilinoe, a Hawaiian deity that resides on Maunakea," states Kālepa Baybayan,  Associate Director. "The microscopic droplets feel dry to the touch, just like air."
Once inside the theatre, visitors watch Maunakea's grandeur unfold as a 7 minute time-lapse film is projected on a panoramic 20 foot screen. The mesmerizing film was produced by Astronomer Jean-Charles Cuillandre with music by Kanoa Withington. Mahalo nui loa to Canada-France-Hawai'i Telescope Corporation who supported the film's production.
Piko 'ī refers to our connection to place, where we came from, origins and our environment. For many Hawaiians, Maunakea is the piko, point of connection to the Universe.
Exiting 'Imiloa's new Piko 'ī Theatre begins the journey of discovery of over 100 exhibits that focus on the science and culture on Maunakea.
Please visit soon to experience this new exhibit firsthand! |
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Maunakea Skies, November 17th at 7pm
The monthly Maunakea Skies planetarium presentations are held on the third Saturday of each month. The evening begins with a tour of the current night sky over Hawai'i, pointing out prominent constellations and stars one can see during this time of year. Following this, a special guest presenter from one of the Maunakea observatories shares the latest research in astronomy using the 3D planetarium.
November's topic: Cosmic Dawn and the Thirty-Meter Telescope (TMT)
speaker: Dr. Michael Bolte, Professor, U.C. Santa Cruz & Board Member, TMT
host: Peter Michaud, Gemini Observatory's Public Information and Outreach Mgr
Read more about this month's topic & presenter on our blog>
Cost is $5 for Individual, Dual, Kupuna and Family members; $3 for Patron Members; Free for Silver, Gold and Corporate Members. Non-member rate is $8. Pre-purchase tickets at the 'Imiloa front desk or by phone at 969-9703.
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Holiday Membership Appreciation Party
 Save the date and keep an eye on your in-box! On Friday, December 14th, 'Imiloa will host its annual holiday membership appreciation party. This is a special, free event for members-only. Look for an e-vite in your inbox towards the end of the month. RSVP is required.
If you have any questions about membership, contact Sally Marrack, Membership Coordinator, at membership@imiloahawaii.org or (808) 969-9719.
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New in the Bank of Hawaii Museum Store
 Looking for an engaging gift that will benefit you as well? Come in and try Perplexus, the amazing labyrinth ball maze. It is easy to play but hard to master. And it is guaranteed to keep children and husbands perplexed in silence for hours! Don't forget to ask for your 10% member discount. You will also receive Member Loyalty Credit for additional savings! |
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Image of the Month
Ring Galaxy NGC 660
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Image Credit: Gemini Observatory/AURA
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The image captured with the Gemini North telescope on Maunakea depicts a rare and stunning polar-ring galaxy. Astronomers have found only a handful of them, so not much is known about their origins, but astronomers theorize these unique structures are the results of galactic collisions or mergers. NGC 660 is roughly 40 million light-years distant in the direction of the constellation Pisces. It displays a ring of stars, dust, and gas that extends tens of thousands of light-years across space along an orbit nearly perpendicular to the main disk.
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