Pahinui Productions Good News & Updates

Aloha: What It Means To Me

Share Your Aloha / Buy a Kid a Book:

Support Our Book Drive for Kindergarteners

Friends of the Aloha Shirt Festival have provided 77 copies of the "ALOHA: What it Means to Me Workbook" to kindergarteners in Kailua-Kona. Our goal is to give a copy to every kindergartener on Hawai'i Island. Share your ALOHA—donate $10 to provide one workbook and support our effort.

Students can design and color their own Aloha Shirt on page 14 and enter it into a drawing to win prizes. Proceeds from your purchase support additional educational programs through the nonprofit publisher, Aloha Movement Kaua'i.

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SAVE THE DATE:

The 3rd Annual Aloha Shirt Festival

October 03 - 06, 2024 at Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa

From the inspiration of fashionistas, Uncle George Na‘ope, and Cyril Lani Pahinui, we have crafted one of the biggest spectacles of the year for Kona to celebrate Island heritage.

The Aloha Shirt Festival focuses on Hawai’i’s wearable arts and the local garment industry offering: a Pop-Up MarketPlace, book signings, a lei competition, Sunday afternoon tea, speakers and business resource presentations, top designers and fashion speakers, vintage Aloha Wear exhibits, sales, and appraisals, contemporary designers, and repurposed clothing collections, all showcased in exciting fashion runway shows, sponsored cocktails and Manta watching.

Please save the dates, dawn your favorite, oldest or most colorful and plan to join us for this amazing event filled with activities and celebrities galore. And the featured designers and music are top notch too! We have already begun to book the 2024 line up of Super Stars!

At Na'alehu Theatre, Mentorship is central to our mission. We are proud to share this exclusive video created for Hawaiian Airlines inflight viewing by Youth in our media program.

Images from the 2023 Aloha Shirt Festival

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The Story of the Aloha Shirt

At Na'alehu Theatre, Mentorship is central to our mission. We are proud to share an exclusive video telling the story of the iconic aloha shirt, created for Hawaiian Airlines inflight viewing by Youth in our media program.

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Seeking Models & Vendors For Aloha Shirt Festival!

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The 2024 "ALOHA IS" Award Was Presented To Henry Kapono!

ALOHA IS: Henry Kapono a celebrated musician and songwriter whose contributions to Hawaiian music have made a lasting impact on the cultural landscape of the islands. Known for his soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics, Kapono's career spans decades, during which he has produced numerous hits and albums that resonate with audiences both locally and internationally. His unique blend of contemporary and traditional Hawaiian sounds has earned him a dedicated following and numerous accolades.

In addition to his musical achievements, Kapono is recognized for his philanthropic efforts and commitment to preserving Hawaiian culture. He continues to inspire future generations of artists while advocating for the importance of community and cultural heritage. Naalehu Theatre is proud to be the Administrator of the Moe Keale Aloha Is Award. Presenting this award to Henry Kapono is a testament to his enduring influence, significant contributions and boundless ALOHA.

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Missed the 2024 Waimānalo Kanikapila?

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2024 Waimanalo Kanikapila Recap Video

2024 Waimanalo Kanikapila Full Broadcast

Get Your 2024 Waimānalo Kanikapila T Shirt

Na'alehu Theatre, and Pahinui Productions present to you this amazing, MUST HAVE,

2024 collectible T-shirt: No ka poli mai nō ‘o Waimānalo, from a painting by Master Artist: Leohone. Note: Limited sizes and styles still available.

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About the Artwork

This painting was presented to Cyril at the Kani Ka Pila Grille and now hangs in the entry of our home in Kona. The painting recognizes Cyril Pahinui, now famous for his mastery of Hawaiian slack key guitar and his gentle compelling vocals with the spirit (inspiration) of his father, the great Gabby Pahinui, beneath the ironwood trees on a Waimānalo beach overlooking Rabbit Island. Through this heartfelt artwork and our Cyril Pahinui signature t-shirt, the legend lives on. Kī Hō‘alu a me nā lā‘au paina – slack key and ironwood trees…no ka poli mai nō ‘o Waimānalo.

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Mark Your Calendar: April 19, 2025 for the 18th annual Waimānalo Kanikapila

The Waimānalo Kanikapila, Live-streamed globally on Cyril's facebook page is FREE to attend and

is supported by t-shirt sales available at: cyrilpahinui.com 2025 Shirt available January 2025.

Our 2025 supporting partners: First Hawaiian Bank, Henry Kapono Foundation, Dukes Waikiki, the Hawaii Tourism Authority, Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Outrigger Resorts / Kani Ka Pila Grille, and Kamaka 'Ukulele! We couldn't do it without them and all of you.

Mahalo for supporting Hawaiian Music!

Support the Cyril Pahinui Archive

ʻOpihi Moe Moe - Wheeha Swing - Peter Moon & Cyril Pahinui on Youtube

Enjoy this Sweet Memory of Cyril Lani Pahinui and Peter Moon at Manoa

Visit the Cyril Pahinui website to discover more amazing memories

Boxes of collectibles, papers, video tapes, websites, recordings, photos, CDs, are now ready to sort, digitize, document and organize and mainstream more information about Cyril in the spirit of making his achievements known.

We invite you to be part of the collation of this collection. All contributions are welcomed. So many of Cyril's fans have taken photos or videos at events and we would love to include all of these beautiful memories in the collection.

Please send us your high res photos, video or other unique content to support this project:

Mailing address:

Chelle Pahinui

PO Box 1013

Captain Cook, HI 96704

Email:

cyril@cyrilpahinui.com

*Include description and any credits

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All donations made though this link will support the costs of completing this process.

SAVE THE DATE SEATTLE:

The 2024 Seattle Slack Key Festival returns to Town Hall Theater - November 10th. This year is a new beginning and our Seattle Festival will be presented under the management of Mitch Chang presenter of the Southern California Slack Key Festival. Expect new artists, some regulars and an amazing show! Mahalo Nui for your continued support!

More info at: www.slackkeyfest.com

Hilo Hawaiian Music Festival - August 31, 2024

Presented by the Na'alehu Theatre, Ben Kaili Productions and Pahinui Productions. Tickets & T Shirts On Sale Now

Hilo Hawaiian Music Festival Website

Music Changes Lives at the Naʻalehu Theatre

Just one experience with music changes a child’s life forever. The Na‘alehu Theatre, non-profit is mentoring a new generation of Hawaiian musicians by providing free music instruction, mentorship and instruments to elementary school students who otherwise have no access to lessons.

The future of Hawaiian Music starts with YOU! And every dollar makes a difference. Your tax-deductible donation will be matched by the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts. Join us now to give the gift of music to Hawai'i’s children at: www.Naalehutheatre.org

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Waikiki's Home of Hawaiian Music

The Kani Ka Pila Grille features Hawaiian music nightly on the Cyril Pahinui stage.

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Cyril Lani Pahinui!

April 21, 1950 - November 17, 2018

"We are all grateful that you were here with us..... Your influence is everlasting as it continues to inspire next generations and as we all share in the possibilities and power of music to give hope, light and happiness to people everywhere."

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