On the Big Island, Hilo will never be the same after our 3 day birthday celebration. We rekindled the cheers, tears, laughter and warmth of our Kamehameha Schools Class of 1969 Ohana.
Activities Summary... August 9-12Thursday, August 9 photo gallery...Awesome first day, beginning at the Naniloa Hotel in Hilo, a last minute change of venue that had a few who showed up at the Seaside Hotel wondering if they were having a "senior moment". This opening day started off with a musical workshop by George Kahumoku, followed by a short memorial service to remember the classmates that have past on; finally capped by an evening of beverages, karaoke and kanikapila. Highlights for Thursday - George Kahumoku Ukulele Jam & TalkStory - Oceanside memorial for classmates passed on - Naniloa Crown Room: Dinner, Karaoke & Aloha
Friday, August 10 photo gallery...Friday began early with a caravan trip to the new Kea'au (Big Island) Campus of the Kamehameha Schools. Our class presented a legacy gift (mahalo nui, Ricky Pa) to the Principal, Ms. Barbara Robertson. A number of Trustees were on hand for the event. The caravan continued up the volcano to a Halema'uma'u lookout where a tribute to tutu Pele was conducted by classmate Hokulani Holt-Padilla. A wonderful buffet lunch followed at the Volcano House overlooking Halemauma'u Crater. Classmates Jim Kauahikaua and Norrie Miller Judd provided us with tours of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Some of the group took on the challenge of the Volcano Golf course. Others visited the Keauhou Bird Conservation Center hosted on Kamehameha Schools lands. That evening everyone met back at the Naniloa Resort to heavy pupus with Live entertainment. More classmates were still showing up! Highlights for Friday - Kamehameha Schools: Big Island Campus dedication - Service led by Hoku at Halema'uma'u - Volcano House Lunch Buffet - Volcanoes National Park: Guided Tour - Volcano Golfing - Keauhou Bird Conservation Center Tour - Ho'omalimali Room: Entertainment & BYO Pupus
Saturday, August 11 photo gallery...Saturday was a free day with each participant choosing their own activity, whether it was tours of Hilo, Mauna Kea, or playing the HackerWacker Golf Tournament. Two two most unique experiences were Hokulani's Chant workshop (a 2 hour workshop that turned to 4 hours) and Jim Kauahikaua's guided walking tour from Kalapana to the active volcano flow. That evening, held the most extravagant and exclusive Hawaiian buffet dinner Birthday party! Entertainment and dancing followed as we partied into the night! Highlights for Saturday - HackerWacker (FUN-NY) Golf Tournament - Guided hike from Kalapana to the active volcano flow - Kumu Hula Hokulani's Chanting Workshop - Crown Room: Dinner/Dancing -Birthday Party!
Sunday, August 12 We said our sad farewells, packed up our new memories and look forward to our next gathering... LANAI EXPERIENCE 2002 July 18-21, 2002 * Hawaiian Cultural Workshops * Ukelele Classes * Golf * Talk Story * Beach Activities * Fishing * Hula Aerobics A hui hou, Kamehameha Class of 1969. |
Big Island 50th Birthday Bash
P.O.Box 5845
Hilo, HI 96720
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