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 Nagdeo, a local progressive, shamanic, folk-rock band is reforming after releasing it's first album, Living The Dream(s). Most of the folks in the original band have either left the island or got involved in other projects. We are currently a singer/guitarist/song writer, Ano Tarletz Hanamana, and a bass player, Eric Berger. We're looking for a lead/electric guitarist, drummer, female vocalist, and keyboard player. We'd also like to find a horn player of some kind. Snippets of the Nagdeo album can be heard on iTunes and other MP3 stores. We're really dedicated to what we're doing, but we can only go so far without more members of the band. Email Ano if you are interested or know someone who might be -- nagdeo@gaiayoga.org
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My name is Jerry Javier. I'm sixteen, and a senior at the Hawaii  Academy of Arts & Science in Pahoa. Recently I was admitted to the University of California Berkeley. Berkeley is one of the best school in the world, and as a low income student who has grown up in Hawaii it is an amazing opportunity to experience more of the world. My family is very poor, and my single mother does not have the resources to support my education. I've write about LGBT issues for the Big Island Chronicle, and I am a very active member of the community, especially at my school. I have been in the Tribune Herald multiples time. On the cover for the HAAS haunted house, and featured for being part of the Pahoa High School varsity cross country team. I have a great back story that I would be willing to share about over coming the adversities of being homeless throughout high school, having a drug addict father with cancer, and being trained by Olympic goal metal receiver Annetta Lucero, and making my way to UC Berkeley. I am reaching out to people in the community who can help me meet the high prices of out of state tuition. Any assistance in getting people to see that I am asking for assistance would be greatly appreciated. It is not everyday that a low income student from Puna makes it to Berkeley. If you have any questions please ask. My donation site is http://www.gofundme.com/makingberkeleypossible. On the site a bio is included. Any help we be greatly appreciated.
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EVENTS ARE LISTED BELOW CHRONOLOGICALLY:
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 June 23rd at Kalani;The Great Film: Dark Days
Time: 8:00-9:30 pm
Dark Days is a documentary made by Marc Singer, a British filmmaker. The film follows a group of people living in an abandoned section of the New York City underground railway system, more precisely the area of the so called Freedom Tunnel. When he relocated from London to Manhattan, Marc Singer was struck by the number of homeless people he had seen throughout the city. After living with them for a number of months, he decided to create a documentary in order to help them financially. The film's crew consisted of the subjects themselves, who rigged up makeshift lighting and steadicam dollies, and learned to use a 16mm camera with black & white Kodak film. Singer himself had never been a filmmaker before, and saw the production of Dark Days as a means of gaining better accommodations for the residents of the tunnel.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dark_Days_(film)
The Great Cause:
Project Hawai'i, Inc Mission: To enhance the lives of homeless children though interactive solutions to help them end the cycle of homelessness. This is our 10th year on the islands of Hawai'i. Typically each year we are able to help over 1,000 children between the islands of Hawai'i and O'ahu. We have successfully provide holiday meals, parties, gifts, to hundreds living in poverty or homeless situations. Every month we provide emergency care, hygiene, food and clothing to those living homeless along the waters edge and those high in the mountains. This is our 6th year providing the free summer camp activities. We plan to expand our summer camp to those on the island of O'ahu for 2012 as well. Project Hawai'i, Inc P.O. Box 1844 Kea'au, HI 96749 Phone: (808) 987-6018 Email: info@ProjectHawaii.nethttp://www.helpthehomelesskeiki.org/Admission by Donation. All donations go directly to the charity. Suggested $5 to $10. Would your nonprofit cause like to be a beneficiary of our Great Films for a Great Cause movie series? Send an email to admin@kalani.com for more info on this fundraising opportunity.
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Ignite Talks - June 2014 
Join us each month and learn about all kinds of subjects at Kalani's IGNITE Talks.
IGNITE talks are mini, five-minute "TED Talks" on any subject to share with your 'ohana.
June's IGNITE theme is DREAMS and FANTASIES! There must be a dream, wish, or fantasy you've had in your life or you still do have you can share with your 'ohana.
- Ignite is open to the public for presenters and attendees.
- Several Kalani volunteers and others from all across the globe will be presenting. There are a limited number of slots available.
-To sign up as a presenter, contact tiki@kalani.com by 6/24. If you want to show a slideshow, Powerpoint, Keynote presentation or have other audio/visual needs, those will be due to Tiki by 6/24.
Admission: Free, By Donation
Location: Kalani EMAX Accessibility info: Ignite is a fragrance-free event. To support a space where all can breathe comfortably, please refrain from wearing perfume, cologne, essential oils and other scented products. Mahalo!
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Hawaiian Culture Series: He Ola Hou O Ke Kumu Niu with John Keoni Aweau Turalde
Hawaiian Culture Series: He Ola Hou O Ke Kumu Niu
with John Keoni Aweau Turalde
Kalani's monthly Hawaiian Culture Events provide a unique forum where Hawai`i and its peoples can come together and share cultural knowledge, customs, and aloha to all willing to receive.
These events feature a different Hawaiian cultural practitioner who speaks and shares 'ike (wisdom) through talk story, hō`ike`ike (demonstration), or hana`ana (performances).
Event Description:
He Ola Hou O Ke Kumu Niu is a community based group centered around the art of carving the pahu or Hawaiian drum. The organization supports, and practices other Hawaiian crafts ,traditions, and lifestyles. They offer hands-on educational programs, lectures, and demonstrations to schools & community organizations. He Ola Hou O Ke Kumu Niu is a non-profit 501c3 organization.
Facilitator:
John Keoni Aweau Turalde is a fisherman, paddler, and carver. He carves pahu (Hawaiian Drums) & Wa'a (Canoes), and has also taught these skills to kids in the public school system. His organization is named "He Ola Hou O Ke Kumu Niu" which in Hawaiian means "New Life for the Coconut Stump". Aptly named because of John's work with wood in bringing them new life in either a drum or canoe structure.
Admission By Donation: Donations collected with go directly to the speaker.
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DreamDance Saturday, June 28th | 6pm-11pm
Meditation, intention, yoga, DANCE, art, tea lounge and cacao!
6:00pm - Meditation
6:30pm - Yoga
7:30pm - Opening Ceremony
7:45pm - Dance Journey with Opulence & Maura Starr
10:30pm - Closing Ceremony
This will be a celebratory night overflowing with intention and high vibration. Resist the urge to stay home! Come and experience the transformation!
Admission: $10 before 7:30pm - $15 after 7:30pm - Come Early! ($1 Yoga Mat Rental - bring your own!) Please join us for the opening circle (7:30pm) as we collectively activate the space together, connecting our hearts and setting our intentions, calling forth our Dreams to be danced into reality. There will be complimentary tea at the UniTea Lounge, beautiful visuals and local wares to peruse, including delicious raw chocolates and energizing elixers available to purchase at the elixir bar.
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Stella Luna Yoga Adventure in Hawaii July 8 - 14, 2014
Community style living with a private retreat experience.
Nestle in our sanctuary close to town, yet worlds away from life as you know it!
Enjoy a 44-acre tropical farm sanctuary on ancient Hawaiian lands, on the Yoga Coast of the Big Island of Hawaii.
- Yoga
- Meditation
- Divine meals
- Dolphin Excursions
- Spa
- Swimming
- Sanctuary
- and much more!
July 8-14, 2014
Early bird deposit $300 by:
January 15th - $1500 total
February 15th - $1750 total
March 15th - $1900 total
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Hawaii Massage School: Basic Watsu & Healing Dance
Alexis Lee
July 18, 2014 - July 19, 2014
Watsu is a form of bodywork which is performed while floating in body-temperature water. The recipient of a Watsu treatment is supported by floats as well as the therapist, while the therapist gently stretches the body. The nature of performing bodywork in the water allows for the body to be stretched and manipulated in unique ways, that may not be possible on land.
Kalani has one of the largest Watsu pools in the United States, an excellent facility to learn this beautiful and transformative art.
Basic Watsu: Students will learn to support someone and stay grounded in water. They will learn the body mechanics that underlie Watsu by first flowing them as in Tai Chi, and then with a person in their arms. They will experience the stillness that is the ground of presence, and incorporate the way the heart and breath connection can be maintained throughout a Watsu, before having to memorize any sequence.
Transition & Flow: (the last 34 hours of Basic Watsu) Students will learn to connect the techniques learned in the Basic Watsu into a simple flowing form. Emphasis is centered around moving smoothly between all the major positions of Watsu using long gracefully transitions. On land students will be introduced to co-centering by exploring and sharing what "being held" means to the giver and receiver.
Learn more here!
July 25, 2014 - July 26, 2014
Healing Dance has many aspects, all based on the healing power of movement. This 16 hour course is designed to acquaint participants with the Healing Dance.
The history, theory and applications of the technique are covered first. Then, entering the pool, each participant is given a direct experience of Healing Dance through receiving a mini-session. Body mechanics and body awareness are emphasized through games and dance on land and in the water.
Students discover how to support and move their receiver in the water. These skills enable them to learn a simple practice sequence that will prepare them to take Basic Healing Dance.
Kalani has one of the largest Watsu pools in the United States, an excellent facility to learn this beautiful and transformative art.
Learn more here!
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Community Events and Schedules are listed below in Alphabetical Order!
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 East Hawaii Cultural Center
SUMMER ARTS EXPOSITION
EHCC: Hawaii Museum of Contemporary Arts will hold a CALL for ENTRIES for the "Summer Arts Exposition" to be exhibited from July 5-23, 2014.
Residents of the Big Island may enter up to three (3) entries with ALL MEDIA acceptable. Entries must be of original works ONLY, Giclee prints of photographs & digital art are also acceptable.
Entry fees for EHCC:HMOCA Member: $15 per entry*
Non-Members: $25 per entry
Up to $500 in cash awards will be given.
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1/2 Mile South of Pahoa on the right at Mile Marker 12, Hwy 130:
Hawaiian Sanctuary is a practicing permaculture farm in Puna. We use the word sanctuary in our name because we like to give our friends and family a place to get away from the day-to-day challenges of life and to come rejuvenate with us.
Join the Health Community to tend to your body's best! We have daily classes to support body, mind, spirit with some of the best teachers in Hawaii. Join us at the 12 mile marker, Hwy 130 outside of Pahoa for daily classes for your well being.
Manifest Mondays
5:00pm - Keiki Hula w/ Kumu Ehulani
6:15pm - Hula w/ Kumu Ehulani
Bring the kids for this cultural fun with Big Island's best teachers of hula. All ages welcome. Parents and friends stay afterwards for Halau practice of the ancient traditions.
6:30pm - Mankind Project iGroup (Men Only)
Tune In Tuesdays6:00pm - Belly Dancing w/ Hailey
Wellness Wednesdays3:00pm - Eating for Beauty w/ Ronnie Landis (6/4 and 6/11 only)
Thriving Thursdays9:00am - Hawaiian Planting & Permaculture w/ Herb
** Shortened June schedule due to private yoga training **
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 Note that this schedule is updated weekly and contains current information hot off the press for this week. Classes are located in Emax unless otherwise noted. |
Our mission is to provide a Center where diverse cultural and healing art forms can be shared and practiced with the aims of transforming our community, ourselves and uplift spirits. We are located right in the heart of Pahoa Village across from Kaleo's restaurant.
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The Grand Budapest Hotel
Sunday, June 22nd, at 2:30 PM
Monday and Tuesday, June 23rd and 24th, at 7 PM
Directed by Wes Anderson, Rated R, 100 minutes
Starring Adrien Brody, Bill Murray, Edward Norton, F. Murray Abraham, Harvey Keitel, Jeff Goldblum, Jude Law, Léa Seydoux, Mathieu Amalric, Ralph Fiennes, Saoirse Ronan, Willem Dafoe
The Grand Budapest Hotel recounts the adventures of M. Gustave, a legendary concierge at a famous European hotel between the wars, and Zero Moustafa, the lobby boy who becomes his most trusted friend. The story involves the theft and recovery of a priceless Renaissance painting and the battle for an enormous family fortune-all against the back-drop of a suddenly and dramatically changing continent.
Locke
Friday and Saturday, June 27th & 28th at 7 PM
Sunday, June 29th at 2:30 PM
Monday and Tuesday, June 30th & July 1st at 7 PM
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Directed by Steven Knight, Rated R, 85 minutes
Starring Tom Hardy, Tom Holland, Bill Milner, Andrew Scott, Ruth Wilson, Ben Daniels
Ivan Locke has worked diligently to craft the life he has envisioned, dedicating himself to the job that he loves and the family he adores. On the eve of the biggest challenge of his career, Ivan receives a phone call that sets in motion a series of events that will unravel his family, job, and soul. All taking place over the course of one absolutely riveting car ride, LOCKE is an exploration of how one decision can lead to the complete collapse of a life.
HAWAI'IANA LIVE
Now in our SEVENTH year!
Every Wednesday morning
11:00 to 11:45
Admission: $5, Kids 12 & Under FREE!
"Hawai'iana Live" is a 45 minute cultural tourism program hosted by Leilehua Yuen. It features live on stage presentations that share the history and traditions of the Hawaiian culture through storytelling, film, music, oli and hula. Topics and films change weekly as the program revolves around the Hawaiian lunar calendar, and surprise guests and musicians often appear. Also featured is Rick Mazurowski at the newly restored Palace pipe organ.
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We crossed our minimum funding goal
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...to all of you have participated in Polestar's capitalization
investment campaign!
If you have been considering investing, it is still not too late to participate: 'pledges' of investment dollars are still being received through early next week.
Now that we can successfully re-write our existing mortgage,we are turning our attention to projects that will expand Polestar's ability to serve in the coming years: housing, solar power, community center upgrades and more. These projects will pay for themselves through increased revenue and cost savings.
Thank you again...
for all who helped make this project a success!
from Michael and all the staff at Polestar
(also you can email or call Michael Gornik directly)
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Community Based
Sustainable AgricultureMay 27 - June 20
A University of Hawaii course...with guest lectures
at Polestar Gardens Community and other Puna locations
Guest Lecture Schedule
Week 4: Aina, Kuleana, Aloha
Day 11 - June 18 - Luana Busby Neff
Weekly Polestar Schedule:
Daily Yoga and Meditation (Monday thru Friday) We have guided group meditations every morning and most evenings in the Polestar Temple. We start with Paramhansa Yogananda's energization exercises and a short hatha yoga session, followed by chanting and meditation. Mornings: 5:45 to 7:15 am Mid-day: (Meditation only) 12:15 to 12:30 pm Afternoons: 5:45 to 6:30 pm
Mondays: Raja Yoga Class Series 5:00 to 7:00 pm These classes start with energization, hatha yoga, and meditation. This is followed by a discussion of the raja yoga teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda as applied to daily life. Suggested donation $10 Wednesdays: Kirtan (sacred music) & Potluck 5:45 pm / 7:00 pm Our favorite event at Polestar. Kirtan chanting (with a 10-minute meditation mid-way) begins at 5:45 pm. It is followed by a vegetarian potluck dinner at about 7:00 pm. A dinner donation of $10 is suggested for those who want to attend but can't bring a dish.
Fridays: Volleyball 4:30 pm Open to all ages and skill-levels. Experience the fun and joy of this energetic and accessible sport.
Saturday & Sunday Morning Meditations 6:00 to 9:00 am
On weekends we host a three-hour meditation (with chanting breaks) starting at 6:00 am (come early for energization and yoga). The regularly scheduled chanting breaks are at 7:30 and 8:30 am, closing with Healing Prayers at 9:00 am (please only enter and leave during the breaks).
Special Events:
Adventures in Spirit
Summer Internship Program 2013
July 25 - Aug 4, 2014
This popular program is in its 16th year and also open to students of all ages. A feast of Spirit, with sadhana, service, music, adventure and community celebrations.
Family Campout
Ho'okena Beach
Aug 1 - 4th, 2104
Perhaps our most relaxing and joyous celebration of the year! Three days camping on our favorite beach with swimming, snorkeling, dolphins, campfires, boogie boarding, volleyball, and music along with great company and fabulous food. Please email or call (808) 430-8009 for reservations or more information.
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Weekly Schedule:
Mondays:
7:00-9:00
Partners in Practicum:
Learn and practice social dancing, including Swing, Salsa, Tango and Blues
with Reza.
Tuesdays: 4:00-5:30 O'Hana Reggae (Kids' Band for All Ages & Skill Levels) Jahred
Wednesdays:3:30-5:00 Hiccup Circus for Kids age 7+Do you want to ride a unicycle? Walk on stilts? Curious about juggling? No experience necessary. Taught by Graham, Tristan and visiting circus instructors. Cost $55:00-6:00 Adult Aerial Silks with Luna SophiaThursdays: 3:00-4:30 Ninja Acrobatics (kids age 8-15) with John 769-2200Saturdays: 8:00-12:30 Ho'olauleaFor details Click Here!Questions???? Call 965-8756 or email: info@hawaiispace.com
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Click here to see VAC's Calendar of Events!
 The next exhibit at the VAC Gallery will feature the artwork of Joe Laceby, who uses sun printing, also known as cyanotype printing, to create imagery. The cyanotype technique is an old form of photography utilizing the sun's UV rays to create imagery. Joe Laceby is an artist living along the Hamakua coast on old sugar cane land. This area is rich with iconic Hawaiian relics which he translates visually through the cyanotype process. "The relationship of the sun prints to early western contact is a way to capture certain images from those earlier times, with what I do now. The sun print itself creates that historical connection." The Gallery exhibit will run from May 24 through July 20.
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Daily Yoga Classes
Starting May 12, 2014
Yoga class schedule is as follows: Everyday class is 8:30 - 10:00 AM Monday - Hatha Yoga with Adele
Tuesday - Kundalini Yoga with Corinne Anter Kaur
Wednesday - Jivamukti Yoga with Banka
Thursday - Kundalini Yoga with Corinne Anter Kaur
Friday - Jivamukti Yoga with Banka
Saturday - Hatha Yoga with Adele
Sunday - Kundalini Yoga with Corinne Anter Kaur Click here for more details on Yoga Oasis!
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