Friday & Saturday, January 27 & 28:
He Lei Hiwa No `Iolani Luahine 2017 – Hula Festival and Educational Challenge.  The festival was established in 2003 with a vision to perpetuate the hula, and it also serves as a way to honor the memory of `Iolani Luahine and her contributions to the preservation of hula and Hawaiian culture. The event will include hula workshops by renowned Hawaiian Kumu Hula, Ni`ihau shell jewelry-making workshops, and more. Admission is free. Donations will be gratefully accepted to support the festival.  Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa at Keauhou Bay, 77-, 78-128 Ehukai St, Kailua-Kona.  For registration, schedule and information visit www.iolaniluahinefestival.org. For more info, email administrator@nawaiiwiola.org.