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Join Kona Weavers at another weaving retreat October 16-18 2026, a unique, relaxing weekend at Kahaluʻu Ma Kai in Kona, Hawaiʻi.  They are welcoming 100 weavers.  The event is free.  The registration deadline is September 1, 2026.  There will be a wait list too. Register here. Follow these events on Facebook here.

The Hawaiian Church of Hawaii Nei would like to invite you to join them in Kailua-Kona to make the Hina`i Lauhala and Kaula Hau for na iwi kupuna.  The free workshops will be held on May 29 and 30, 2026 at the Hulihe'e Palace.  If you are able to join them, please register now at: https://hawaiianchurchhawaiinei.org/malama-i-na-iwi-kupuna

Immerse yourself for four days learning one project in the art of:  hulu, ʻieʻie, kapa, kōkō puʻupuʻu, lauhala, niho ʻilio, oleole, ʻulīʻulī, ʻupena hoʻolei, fresh flower lei making, or weaponry. Registration deadline is April 30, 2026.  After that, late registration will be accepted based on availability and a late fee will apply. For more information check out:  www.hawaiianculturalarts.com

8:30am to 3pm on December 6, 2025... Please go support Ulana Me Ka Lokomaikaiʻi members at their booth as they sell their handcrafted lauhala items.

Kona Weavers with Ohi Lauhala invite you to a weaving retreat October 17-19, 2025.  Join them for a unique, relaxing weekend at the newly restored Kahaluʻu Ma Kai in Kona, Hawaiʻi.  [9/30/2025 Update:  The registration deadline was September 15, the link for more information has been deactivated.]