Rediscover
Moiliili Saturday

By Kimberly Fu

Memories line the windows and walls of the King Street side of Puck's Alley in Moiliili. Cross over to Central Pacific Bank and you'll discover even more.

Life, wonder and wisdom are vividly expressed in 25 photographic images depicting Moiliili history, all on loan from isle residents and showcased by area businesses. These will be on display through Nov. 6.

"It's a way of looking at the past and seeing how we want to shape our future," said Rebecca Ryan, member of the Moiliili Festival committee. "It sort of awakens the background of the area."

Which may be why a candidate forum is included in the third annual "Discover Moiliili Festival," Saturday at Old Stadium Park. Ryan describes 1998 as "rather volatile," making candidates eager to present their platforms. Ryan expressed hope that this forum will allow for a "reweaving of the social fabric" of the state.

Aside from politics, festival-goers can engage in an array of other pleasurable pursuits.

Shoppers can pick through the wares at the Farmer's Market, Country Store or various craft booths.

Children can participate in activities planned just for them, and all can benefit from the tales spun by master storyteller Glen Grant, of "Obake Files" fame.

Entertainment will include taiko drummers and the Royal Hawaiian Band.

A $5 spaghetti lunch will be available at the Moiliili Community Center from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Parking is available at Japanese Cultural Center. Cost is $2 for all-day parking. Call 955-1555 for more information.

The schedule follows:

9 a.m.: Taiko drummers and Royal Hawaiian Band (until noon), clowns, face painting, children's games and activities, bake sale, Farmer's Market, Country Store, food booths, craft demonstrations/workshops, HPD keiki and senior IDs

10-11:30 a.m.: Political rally, featuring Mazie Hirono, Stan Koki, Gov. Ben Cayetano, Linda Lingle, Neil Abercrombie, Carl Takamura (for U.S. Senator Dan Inouye), and others.

10:30-11:30 a.m.: Entertainment by Kalakaua Lions

11:45 a.m.: "Journey to Old Moiliili" with Glen Grant. Cost is 50 cents for adults, 25 cents for kids 12 and under.

10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii Galleries Exhibit: "Black and White with a Touch of Sepia." Admission is $3.

5:30-6 p.m.: Mardi Gras Halloween Parade from Kuhio School to Moiliili Community Center. Sponsored by Kapahulu-Moiliili Lions.