The Kohala Oral History Project collects oral histories of the Kohala community. The project engages the community, illuminates history, and promotes the notion that every person makes history. The videos will serve as a living history of Kohala through the lens of
Kohala Performing Arts was established to address the need for more extracurricular activities and programs for Kohala’s youth. Through performing arts we can help improve student motivation, focus, discipline, self-confidence, and character development. Tiana Miyamoto, tiana.miyamoto@gmail.com
Kohala Radio operates a low-power noncommercial FM radio station for the community. We are committed to broad inclusive participation and diverse programming reflecting the community. Operated by local residents volunteering their time and expertise. Aaron Sienkiewicz, 808-889-0507 knkrgm@gmail.com https://www.knkr.org/ instagram facebook
Lavaroots Performing Arts brings dance, music, and culture to Kohala Elementary School through its dance and drumming programs serving Kindergarten, 1st, 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades. The rhythm of the Soil: Gardens, Dance, and Music is offered in the Fall, and Hip
Established in 2000 by community members, the Reunion has been a beacon for Kohala community members living away from home to come back. The event is filled with many activities including self-guided tours, presentations, music, food, and much much more. kohalakupaa.com facebook
This program is designed to expose Kohala students to many cultural and educational programs that have previously been prohibitive due to costs. Dixie Adams, 808-889-5730, dixieja@gmail.com; Laura Burkhart, 808-884-5833, laura@lauraburkhart.com; Rose Mae Watterson, 808-889-6342, rmmwatterson@gmail.com
This project has been working tirelessly to raise awareness of ʻohana and community kuleana to the valley. The obvious problem is the need to mālama the valley and its surrounding areas from over-humanization. The hui focuses on educating visitors and locals on
RMD Okinawan Taiko has been active in Kohala for over four years with 23 drummers performing at community events and providing free classes in Kohala. Funding is needed for uniforms, drums, and transportation. Kathy Matsuda, 808-889-5801, kathy@hialoha.net. facebook
Ulu Va’a was established in 2020 by North Kohala community members to engage Hawai’i youth and community in wa’a culture and ahupua’a habitat restoration practices. The intention is to build navigational skills that are transferable to life skills. Many programs relate to
