"A Tribute to Hawaiian Culture," 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Bishop Museum, will be highlighted by the 1997 Bankoh Na Wahine O Hawaii festival. Bishop Museum
hosts Hawaiian festivalThe entertainers represent a who's who of Hawaii's most talented women -- Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom, Marlene Sai, Nina Kealiiwahamana, Myra English, Nohelani Cypriano, Ku'uipo Kumukahi, Karen Keawehawaii, Myrtle Hilo and Kealoha Kalama.
Other performers include the Joan Lindsey Hula Studio, 1997 Keiki Hula Competition winner; Aloha Delire and Keolalaulani Halau Olapa O Laka, 1997's Merrie Monarch auana division winner; and Mae Lobenstein's Ka Pa Hula O Kauanoe O Wa'ahila, the 1997 Merrie Monarch overall winner.
The event is one in a series of monthly events sponsored by Bank of Hawaii, which celebrates its centennial this year.
The event includes free admission to the museum, food, crafts and games.
The next Bankoh event at Bishop Museum is the Talk Story Festival Oct. 18 and 19. Call 537-8720 for information. Na Wahine information: 239-4336.
Loyal Garner hosts Circle of Aloha, a family luau honoring the kupuna, or grandparents, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Paradise Cove Luau Park. Join the Circle
The day's festivities begin with a craft fair and children's activities,. Lunch is at noon, followed by performances by Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom and Willie K, and Frank De Lima.
Tickets are $20; $10 for children 4-12.
Proceeds from the luau will benefit World Youth Network, a nonprofit organization providing youth with skills and tools for life. Call 239-4431.
By Nadine Kam, Star-Bulletin