Native Books/Na Mea Hawaii


Filled with the best locally made gifts, clothing, food and art as well as the most complete collection of books about Hawaii and the Pacific. Featured Artists include Nake'u Awai, Skinny Dip, The Lauhala Lady, Forever Kauai Niihau Shell Lei Collection, bete mu'u and the work of Mapuana. The store also hosts Na Mele Nei, first Sunday of the month live music concerts from 2p-4p. A section of hula implements and pa'u skirts has been added, a section of Hawaiian weapons, medicinal plants and the Aupuni artwall featuring contemporary Hawaiian artists.

Fresh Flower Leis on Sale Everyday
Featuring fresh lei on sale everyday.  Lei varieties include: Plumeria, Tuba
Rose, Pikake, Tuba Rose combined with strand of Ti leaf, Ilima, Rose bud,
Micronesian ginger, Crown Flower and Haku Lei.  Price range - $5-$9.95
call or visit for more information

(rev 9/30/08)
For more info on events, call Amanda Sawa at the Ward Warehouse store (596-8885).
 
November:

DECEMBER
Book Launch, Native Men Remade: Gender and Nation in Contemporary Hawai‘i With author Ty P. Kawika Tengan
December 5th, Friday, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Come celebrate the launching of a new book exploring indigenous Hawaiian men in contemporary Hawai‘i by author, ethnographer and lua practioner, Ty Kawika Tengan.  Native Men Remade is the fascinating story of how gender, culture, class and personality intersect as indigenous Hawaiian men work to overcome the dislocations of colonial history.  “Tengan combines participant observation and archival and oral history in a study of the Hale Mua, a group of Hawaiian men who have revived [Hawaiian] martial arts, carving skills, and rituals.”  Please join us for an author talk, book signing and mea‘ai (refreshments) – this event is free and open to the public.

ON-GOING WORKSHOPS in our  AUPUNI ART PLACE
MondaysLei Hulu (Feather) Workshops with Kaha‘i Topolinski & Eric Wada
5:30pm  –  9pm
(Holiday break starting November, start date for 2009 TBA)
Students will learn the traditional craft of Hawaiian featherwork through projects such as lei hulu (feather lei), kahili (feather standard) and other hulu items.  Classes are $50 per month or $25 per lesson and participants will continue working on their projects from week to week. There is also an extra fee for supplies. For info, call 292-8862.
 
Wednesdays- Beginning 'Olelo Hawai'i or Hawaiian Language
8:15m – 9:15 am
(On break from November12th thru January 7th.)
Learn basic Hawaiian words and phrases from instructor Germaine Kaleolani Haili.  This class also features place name pronunciations and stories, and various mo'olelo.  For more info contact Germaine at 371-9263.
 
Thursdays – Introduction to Hula Classes (Young Adult to Kupuna)
Beginning Hula: 5 pm to 6 pm
Intermediate Hula: 6 pm to 7 pm
(On break from November13th thru January 8th.)
Learn basic movements of hula from instructor Germaine Kaleolani Haili. Haumana (students) will learn the history, language and culture of this beautiful art form. Classes are held at the Ward Amphitheater.  Classes are for young adults thru kupuna.  For more info contact Germaine at 371-9263.
 
Saturdays - Beginning Adult ‘Ukulele Classes
(Holiday break starting mid-November, start date TBA)
9:30 am-10:30 am
Have fun learning how to play the 'ukulele with instructor Puanani Higgins every Saturday morning. Please bring your own 'ukulele. For more info, call 596-8885.
 
Saturdays - Make & Take Workshops with Michiko West
12 pm - 4 pm
Make and take home your own fimo clay creations with Michiko West. There is a nominal fee for this class.  Call Aulani at 947-4032 for more information.
 
First Sundays - Na Mele Nei Concerts
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm ( December 7, etc.)
December concert: Uncle Matt Love & Friends (Hawaiian)
Enjoy the many musical talents of Hawai‘i, from traditional ‘ukulele to slack key guitar to contemporary. Concerts are held at the Ward Warehouse Amphitheater every first Sunday of the month.  Each month, a special guest artist or group will perform, followed by the Na Mele Nei Backyard Gang who promises a delightful island style afternoon with Hawaiian music, hula and stories.
 
GUEST ARTIST DEMONSTRATIONS
Meet the artist and gain a hands-on experience with featured demonstrations at our Ward location.  Please call to confirm artist scheduling at Ward (596-8885).
For further information on these and other Native Books/Na Mea Hawai‘i events please call us at #596-8885.

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Location:
Ward Warehouse

Store Hours:
Mon.- Sat.
10:00 am -9:00 pm
Sun.
10:00 am- 6:00 pm

Phone:
596-8885



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