Celebration of the Arts at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua, Maui

Celebrating the People, Arts and Culture of Hawaii

Events Schedule

March 29 - 31, 2013

March 29 - 31, 2013

Original artwork by BettyHay Freeland, The Village Galleries Maui

FRIDAY, MARCH 29

5:45am – 7:00am

“Hiuwai & E ala e Ceremonies” - Out with the bad and in with the good! Greet the dawn and rejuvenate the spirit. Swim wear, towels required.

8:15am – 9:15am

“Ka Wai A Kane (Awa Ceremony)” - Invited practitioners and hotel management commit to another year of support to the community and the culture by drinking the bitter waters of Kane. Public viewing ok. No photography without prior authorization please.

10:00am – 10:45am

“Wehe Ka Ipuka (Opening Protocol)” - Traditional chants and protocol officially open the 21st Annual Celebration of the Arts. Two deserving kupuna (elders) will receive The Namahana Award of Excellence in honor of their support of all things Hawaiian.

11:00am – 1:00pm

“Meet the Artist” - Village Gallery artist BettyHay Freeland autographs her art and displays her signature piece for the 21st Celebration of the Arts.

11:00am – 4:00pm

“Contemporary & Traditional Art” - Village Gallery artists & traditional cultural artists provide instruction while you create your keepsake.

11:00am – 4:00pm

“Mothers Gift, Ka Olelo Makuahine” - The cherished shells of Ni’ihau are available for you to design and craft your own jewelry while you ho’olohe (listen) and ho’opuka (learn) from the families of Ni’ihau. $35 material fee due to rarity of shells.

11:30am – 12:15pm

“Lobby Entertainment” – Lobby Lounge, entertainment tbd

11:30am – 12:30pm

“Hularobics” – So...you got some hula moves? Stretch your muscles while immersing yourself into the realm of hula with instructor Lopaka Bukoski. Comfortable exercise attire recommended.

11:30am – 12:45pm

“Ancient Medicine...Contemporary Pharmaceuticals” – Trained as a Kahuna La’aulapa’au from childhood, Bula Logan and his wife, Miho Fukuda M.D. compare treatments, techniques, consumption and consequences of “medicine” for the mind and body.

12:00pm – 12:45pm

“A Green Harvest with 'Chef' April & 'Gardener' Frank” – A “farm to table” excursion through the organic gardens of The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua. Dessert is a green smoothie! Enhance your garden and your health.

12:00pm – 12:45pm

“A Green Harvest with Chef April” – Chef April Matsumoto will be your tour guide, visiting the hotel’s organic garden and conclude with healthy smoothies!

12:30pm – 1:30pm

“Hawaiian by Nature” – Our Naturalists will escort you on an adventure exploring The Kapalua Resort, focusing on Hawaiian endemic species. Plant a “legacy tree” in honor of the future! Hiking shoes and comfortable wear required.

1:00pm – 1:45pm

“Ha’aha’ ka ha...ha’aheo ka ha...Humble is the Breath, Proud is the Breath” - A tribute to the Hawaiian nose flute and lessons in life taught by the late Anthony Natividad. Kekai Kapu and Calvin Hoe invites all to include their nose flutes and bring to life the music of the “ha” (breath).

1:30pm – 2:15pm

“Lobby Entertainment” – Entertainment tbd

2:00pm – 4:00pm

“Meet the Artist” – Village Gallery artist BettyHay Freeland autographs her art and displays her signature piece for the 21st Celebration of the Arts.

2:30pm – 3:30pm

“My Kapa...My Soul” – The intricacies of Hawaiian quilting command patience, skill and love. Master quilt maker Patricia Lei Murray explains her deep affection for the creation of such beautiful pieces.

3:00pm – 4:00pm

“Hawaiian by Nature” – Our Naturalists will escort you on an adventure exploring The Kapalua Resort, focusing on Hawaiian endemic species. Plant a “legacy tree” in honor of the future! Hiking shoes and comfortable wear required.

9:00pm – 12:00am – The Alaloa Lounge

“Celebration After Hours” – The melodious voices of the women of “Ahumanu” sing into the night. Spontaneous hula, guest vocals...you never know who & what will happen at this party! 21 years and older. No cover.

SATURDAY, MARCH 30

11:30am – 12:30pm

“Hularobics” - So...you got some hula moves? Stretch your muscles while immersing yourself into the realm of hula with instructor Lopaka Bukoski. Comfortable exercise attire recommended.

11:00am – 1:00pm

“Meet the Artist” – Village Gallery artist BettyHay Freeland autographs her art and displays her signature piece for the 21st Celebration of the Arts.

10:00am – 4:00pm

“Contemporary & Traditional Art” – Village Gallery artists & traditional cultural artists provide instruction while you create your keepsake.

10:00am – 4:00pm

“Mothers Gift, Ka Olelo Makuahine” - The cherished shells of Ni’ihau are available for you to design and craft your own jewelry while you ho’olohe (listen) and ho’opuka (learn) from the families of Ni’ihau. $35 material fee due to rarity of shells.

10:00am – 12:00pm

“Remembering a Princess” – Group Entrance – The remains of the late Princess Sarah Kaniaulono Davis rests above the Kapalua Resort. Join her direct lineal descendants in a discussion of this Princess...lost in time. A cleanup of the burial site will also take place by family members and volunteers.

11:30am – 12:15pm

“Lobby Entertainment” – Entertainment tbd

11:00am – 12:00pm

“Food Sovereignty...Protecting the Old Seeds” – Hawaiian taro farmer Hokuao Pellegrino; Pu’ukukui Watershed Manager Pomaikai Crozier; Environmental Activist Matt Kalani Souza discuss the value of agriculture and the protection of the “old seeds.” Can the “old seeds” keep up with the pace of the population increase and the decline of growing space?

12:00pm – 12:45pm

“A Green Harvest with 'Chef' April & 'Gardener' Frank” – A “farm to table” excursion through the organic gardens of The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua. Dessert is a green smoothie! Enhance your garden and your health.

12:00pm – 1:30pm

“Hawaiian by Nature” – Our Naturalists will escort you on an adventure exploring The Kapalua Resort, focusing on Hawaiian endemic species. Plant a “legacy tree” in honor of the future! Hiking shoes and comfortable wear required.

12:15pm – 1:00pm

“Under a Jarvis Moon” (film) – Film Producer/Director Noelle Kahanu highlights the story of your Hawaiian men dispatched to remote South Sea Islands by the U.S. Government prior to World War II. An inspirational story of survival and camaraderie, island style. Maui resident and survivor George Kahanu Sr. will be present to answer questions.

1:15pm – 2:15pm

“Ono ka awa...delicious is the awa!” – A unique “awa pairing” featuring an array of awa grown throughout Polynesia. The bitterness of this traditional plant will be paired with sweet Hawaiian delicacies. Kumu Kapono’ai Molitau will be your Master Somellier of awa! Seating limited to 60 attendees. Participants must be 18yrs and older.

1:30pm – 2:15pm

“Lobby Entertainment” – Entertainment tbd

2:00pm – 4:00pm

“Meet the Artist” - Village Gallery artist BettyHay Freeland autographs her art and displays her signature piece for the 21st Celebration of the Arts.

3:00pm – 4:00pm

“Hawaiian by Nature” - Our Naturalists will escort you on an adventure exploring The Kapalua Resort, focusing on Hawaiian endemic species. Plant a “legacy tree” in honor of the future! Hiking shoes and comfortable wear required.

3:00pm – 4:00pm

“E kala mai, excuse me...A two way street” - The power to forgive and be forgiven is presented by artist and historian Brooke Kapuniahi Parker. A spiritual look into what many people take for granted as “ordinary.”

6:00pm – 8:30pm

“The Celebration Lu’au & Show” - A lu’au (feast) of traditional & contemporary food combined with stellar talent to take you back to the days of nostalgic Hawaii and the days of the cruise ships arriving on our shores. Entertainment by Kumu Hula Pono Murray and Halau Na Wai Punalei as well as “Kahulanui” (Hawaiian Music Swing Band) and others. $90 adults/$45 children 5 – 12 years. Price includes tax and gratuity. Early ticket purchase is highly recommended for this annual sellout!

Purchase Lu’au Tickets Here

9:00pm – 12:00am

“Celebration After Hours” – The 21st Annual Celebration of the Arts concludes with Hawaiian musician/vocalist Ikaika Blackburn and the men of “Leo Honi.” The evening will feature songs from his recently released CD. Spontaneous hula, guest vocals...you never know who & what will happen at this party! 21 years and older. No cover.

SUNDAY, MARCH 31

10:15am

“Easter Egg Hunt” – Keiki (children) 1 – 12years are invited to join the Easter Bunny and the Aloha Bear to gather eggs for fun and prizes. Please arrive early, as there will be sections for the different age groups. Bring your Easter basket and don’t be late!

10:00am – 3:00pm

“Easter Sunday Brunch” – The Chefs of The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua combine art and fine cuisine to satisfy everyone’s taste and appetite. $90 adults/$45 children 5 – 12 years. Price is exclusive of tax and gratuity. Reservations are necessary.

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Celebration of the Arts Lu’au & Show (Saturday, March 30)
$90 per adult
$45 children 5 - 12 yrs.

*Easter Sunday Brunch (Sunday, March 31)
$90 per adult
$45 children 5 - 12 yrs.

Call (808) 669-6200 for additional information. All calls will be returned as soon as possible.

*Exclusive of tax and gratuities