Be sure to catch "the racing of the dragons."
Be sure to catch "the racing of the dragons."
Top prizes are a Neighbor Island trip for two, a Voyager submarine tour and Ward gift certificates. There will also be awards for best-costumed duo and most-spirited duo.
The contest is open to children up to 30 months old and their fathers. Entry fee is $8 and will benefit the March of Dimes.
Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. and the judging will be at 9:30 a.m. Information: 591-8411.
The lauhala weaving class will be held June 22. Cost is $22 and includes the material needed.
Hawaiian quilting will be conducted June 29. Cost is $12 plus a quilt kit (about $20) that may be purchased at the museum. Both classes run from 10 a.m. to noon.
To register, call 531-0481. Space is limited.
Sixty-seven teams will compete in the races , which will run from 8 a.m. to about 1:40 p.m. with entertainment and an awards ceremony running from 6 to 10 p.m. The races are divided into three categories: novice, professional and celebrity.
The Ka'au Crater Boys and the Big Swinging Johnsons Brass Band will perform.
Dragon boats feature elaborately carved,multicolored dragon heads on one end, a jagged tail at the other and scaly, bodies in between.
The event is free. Information: 597-8880.
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