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

Celebrating the People, Arts and Culture of Hawaii

Events Schedule

April 10-12, 2009

April 10 – 12, 2009

Art by Beth Marcil, Village Gallery featured artist, 17th Annual Celebration of the Arts

Ticketed events:

Ticketed events that require early registration are:

- The Celebration Luau and Show to be held on Saturday, April 11.
- The Easter Sunday Brunch on Sunday, April 12.

The program will feature panels on issues important to Hawaii and the Hawaiian community, workshops and plenty of wonderful entertainment. The Children’s Learning Center will be available on April 10 and 11.

The events schedule page will be updated as more information is available. For more information on Celebration of the Arts, please call the Concierge Desk at 808-669-6200.

FRIDAY, APRIL 10

5:45am – Honokahua (aka D.T. Fleming Beach)

"Hiuwai & e ala e protocol": Traditional chants ask for repentance and the rejuvenation of the spirit. Swimwear necessary. No observers! Everyone in attendance must participate.

8:00am – 9:00am – The Salon Courtyard

“Ka wai a Kane”: Practitioners commit to another year of cultural servitude by drinking the bitter (awa) at the sacred waters of Kane.

9:30am – 10:30am – The Lobby

“Wehe i ka puka” (opening protocol): Practitioners gather at the entrance to offer chants that will officially open the 17th Annual Celebration of the Arts.

10:30am – 5:00pm – Lobby Level

Contemporary and traditional art: Village Gallery artists and cultural artists provide instruction and keepsakes. See daily insert.

10:30am – 5:00pm – Salon Courtyard

“Mothers Gift, Ka ‘Olelo Makuahine.” Ho’olohe-listen, Ho’opili-demonstrate, and Ho’opuka-learn the traditions of a Ni’ihau family as they share their Leipupu (shell leis) artistry thru the language of their ancestors. One will hear, speak and learn their art using the language by which they perpetuate this extremely rare and unique gift. $35 fee for materials. Create your own Ni’ihau shell earrings or wristlet!

11:00am – 3:00pm – Ambassadors of the Environment Center

“Ke kumu kamali’i” (Children’s learning center): Kumu (instructor) Leihua Nae’ole and students bring children’s art to reality as they focus on “…lucky we live Hawaii (art) because…” Note: selected art may be combined with adult notes entered into the host computer and be published in a book entitled, “Lucky We Live Hawaii!” Ambassadors of the Environment staff will also encourage participants to think “natural.”

11:00am – 4:00pm – Salon Registration C

“Lucky we live Hawaii because…(mana’o-thoughts)”: A computer will be available for the public to record their thoughts on how fortunate we all are to live in these beautiful islands. Visitors from afar are also invited to do the same but “lucky YOU live Hawaii because…” Note: selected entries and art from the Children’s Learning Center may be combined and published in a book entitled "Lucky We Live Hawaii!"

11:00am – 4:00pm – Salon Foyer

“Na Mele Kohola”: The Whalesong Project, listen to Hawaii’s most famous winter visitors.

11:30am – 12:15pm – Salon 1

“The Kuleana of Aloha”: Kumu Hula Hokulani Holt evaluates the traditional vs. contemporary practices of "aloha."

12:00pm – 4:00pm – Hawaii Room

“Kiheipili…Hawaiian Patchwork Quilting”: Kuulei Martinson (instructor). Create your own family heirloom! $30 fee for materials. Classes at 1pm & 3pm.

12:15pm – 1:00pm – Lobby

Lobby entertainment by “Hui Mele”: For the 15th year, the employees of The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua entertain you from their hearts.

1:00pm – 1:45pm – Salon 2

“The Heart of Being Hawaiian”: Author Sally Jo Keala O Anuenue Bowman speaks about her personal journey to find her cultural identity.

2:00 – 3:30pm – Salon Prefunction

“The Heart of Being Hawaiian…book signing”: Author Sally Jo Keala O Anuenue autographs her book about her personal cultural journey.

2:15pm – 3:00pm – Salon 1

“Hono’api’ilani”: Kumu Keli’i Taua investigates the place names and history of Maui’s benevolent Chief Pi’ilani.

3:15pm – 4:00pm – Lobby

Lobby entertainment: See daily insert

3:30pm – 4:15pm – Salon 2

“Ho’okupu, makana or mahalo?”: Lyons Kapi’ioho Naone describes the how and why Hawaiians say thank you in so many levels.

7:00pm – 8:30pm – Salons 3 & 4

“Na Ki’i O Ka Wa Kahiko”: Photographer Shane Tegarden’s stunning visuals are brought to life by modern technology and the story telling of Sam Ka’ai. Complimentary.

9:00pm – 12:00am – Alaloa Lounge

“Celebration After Hours”: Na Hoku Hanohano award winners “Maunalua” host an evening of music, dance and impromptu merriment. No cover. 21 Yrs. and older please!

SATURDAY, APRIL 11

10:00am – 4:00pm – Lobby level

Contemporary & traditional art: Village Gallery artists and cultural artisans provide instructions and keepsakes. See daily insert.

10:00am – 3:00pm – Ambassadors of the Environment Center

“Ke kumu kamali’i” (Children’s learning center): Kumu (instructor) Leihua Nae’ole and students bring children’s art to reality as they focus on “…lucky we live Hawaii because…” Note: selected art may be combined with adult notes entered into the host computer and be published in a book entitled, “Lucky We Live Hawaii!” Ambassadors of the Environment staff will also encourage participants to think "natural."

10:00am – 4:00pm – Salon Registration C

“Lucky we live Hawaii because…”: A computer will be available for the public to record their thoughts on how fortunate we all are to live in these beautiful islands. Visitors from afar are also invited to do the same but “lucky YOU live Hawaii because…” Note: selected entries and art from the Children’s Learning Center may be combined and published in a book entitled "Lucky We Live Hawaii!"

10:00am – 4:00pm – Salon Foyer

“Na Mele Kohola”: The Whalesong Project, listen to Hawaii’s most famous winter visitors.

10:30am – 5:00pm – Salon Courtyard

“Mothers Gift, Ka ‘Olelo Makuahine.” Ho’olohe-listen, Ho’opili-demonstrate, and Ho’opuka-learn the traditions of a Ni’ihau family as they share their Leipupu (shell leis) artistry thru the language of their ancestors. One will hear, speak and learn their art using the language by which they perpetuate this extremely rare and unique gift. $35 fee for materials. Create your own Ni’ihau shell earrings or wristlet!

11:00am – 11:45am – Salon 1

“Na Ho’ailona o na anuenue”: Deciphering messages from the rainbow. Kalei Nu’uhiwa, presenter.

11:30am – 12:15pm – Lobby

“Lobby entertainment”: Kumu Pono Murray and Halau Hula Na Wai Punalei.

12:00pm – 4:00pm – Hawaii Room

“Kiheipili…Hawaiian Patchwork Quilting”: Kuulei Martinson (instructor). Create your own family heirloom! $30 fee for materials. Classes at 1pm & 3pm.

12:15pm – 1:00pm – Salon 2

“Lucky we live Hawaii!”: Ramsay Taum addresses what we take for granted every day while living in paradise.

1:00 – 3:00pm – Salon Prefunction

“The Heart of Being Hawaiian…book signing”: Author Sally Jo Keala O Anuenue autographs her book about her personal cultural journey.

1:30pm – 2:15pm – Hotel Theater

“Hula Ki’i”: Calvin Hoe and the students of The Hakipu’u Learning Center Charter School of Oahu perform Hawaiian puppetry.

2:00pm – 2:45pm – Lobby

“Lobby entertainment”: Refer to daily insert

3:00pm – 4:00pm – Salon 1

“Aloha mai au i ku’u ‘aina…aloha for the beloved land”: The concept of ‘aina in the Hawaiian perspective. By Dr. Samuel Ohukani’ohi’a Gon III (The Nature Nature Conservancy) and Iokepa Nae’ole (Naturalist, Jean Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment).

6:30pm – 8:30pm – Aloha Garden Ballroom

“Celebration Luau & Show”: Falsetto singer Kamakakehau Fernandez returns to the stage with a new band as does Hawaii’s 2008 female vocalist of the year, Napua Greig. Her award winning Halau Hula Na Lei Kaumaka O Uka will provide traditional & contemporary hula. The luau menu is much more than a feast…guaranteed! Advance ticket purchase highly recommended as this event will sell out. $80 per adult. $40 for 4 – 12 yrs of age.

9:00pm – 12:00am – Alaloa Lounge

“Celebration After Hours”: Na Hoku Hanohano award winners “Maunalua” host an evening of music, dance and impromptu merriment. No cover. 21 Yrs. and older please!

SUNDAY, APRIL 12

7:30am – Salon Foyer

Non denominational sunrise service

10:15am (PROMPT!) – Plantation Lawn

Egg hunt. Children gather eggs for fun and prizes. Don’t be late!

11:00am – 3:00pm – The Terrace Restaurant

Easter Sunday Brunch: $80 per adult. $40 per child 4 – 12 yrs. Price is inclusive of tax and gratuity. Reservations are necessary.

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Vacation Packages

The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua has extended a special rate of $225* per night for a Deluxe room, daily breakfast buffet for two at the Terrace Restaurant, daily resort fee, and daily valet parking. The rate is valid April 5 – 19, 2009.
*The package is only valid for Hawaii residents.

The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua has extended a special rate of $505 per night for a Deluxe room, daily breakfast buffet for two at the Terrace Restaurant, daily resort fee, and daily valet parking. The rate is valid April 5 – 19, 2009.

Celebration of the Arts Luau
Saturday, April 11, 2009
6:00-8:30pm
$80 per adult. $40 for 4 – 12 yrs of age.
Advance ticket purchase highly recommended as this event will sell out.

For additional reservation information, please call 800-241-3333 or 808-669-6200.