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Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Statehood on Sunday in Kailua-Kona

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Kokua Kailua Hulihee Palace Concert and Village Stroll will celebrate Hawaii’s 50th Anniversary of Statehood on Sunday, Aug. 23 in Kailua Village.

50thStatehood-SealAs with every Kokua Kailua, Alii Drive will be converted into a pedestrian walkway from 1 p.m. until 6 p.m. Special features at the free Aug. 23 event will include hula performances beginning at 1 p.m. by Merrie Monarch award-winning Na Lei O Kaholoku.

Mayor Billy Kenoi will offer welcome remarks at 2:30 p.m. At 3 p.m. The Makaha Sons will perform and at 4 p.m., Hulihee Palace hosts their monthly free concert honoring Kamehameha III.

For more than 30 years, The Makaha Sons have captivated audiences with their rich harmonies, stage presence, and instrumental talent. Through several reorganizations over the years, they have evolved into a trio with Louis “Moon” Kuakahi, John Koko and Jerome Koko.

As winners of countless Na Hoku Hanohano awards, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to see and hear The Makaha Sons. Free entertainment on the mainstage is brought to you by the 50th Anniversary of Hawaii Statehood and the County of Hawaii.

 

The Daughters of Hawaii and Calabash Cousins present a free concert 4 p.m. at Hulihee Palace to remember the late King Kamehameha III, “Kauikeaouli.” 
The voices of the Merrie Monarchs and Hawaiian performing arts by Kumu Hula Etua Lopes and his Halau Na Pua Ui O Hawaii. 
“Born in 1813, Kauikeaouli was the second surviving son of Kamehameha the Great and he became king when he was 11 years old,” said Fanny Au Hoy, palace administrator. “During his 30-year reign, he signed the Great Mahele, dividing land among his people; declared the right of religious freedom and instituted the kingdom’s first written constitution.”
In 1843, King Kamehameha III coined Hawaii’s motto that appears on the state seal and coat of arms: “`Ua mau ke ea o ka aina i ka pono — the life of the land is perpetuated in righteousness.” 
The monarch was born at Keauhou Bay and a plaque there marks the birth site.

The Daughters of Hawaii and Calabash Cousins present a free concert 4 p.m. at Hulihee Palace to remember the late King Kamehameha III, “Kauikeaouli.” 

The voices of the Merrie Monarchs and Hawaiian performing arts by Kumu Hula Etua Lopes and his Halau Na Pua Ui O Hawaii. 

“Born in 1813, Kauikeaouli was the second surviving son of Kamehameha the Great and he became king when he was 11 years old,” said Fanny Au Hoy, palace administrator. “During his 30-year reign, he signed the Great Mahele, dividing land among his people; declared the right of religious freedom and instituted the kingdom’s first written constitution.”

In 1843, King Kamehameha III coined Hawaii’s motto that appears on the state seal and coat of arms: “`Ua mau ke ea o ka aina i ka pono — the life of the land is perpetuated in righteousness.” 

The monarch was born at Keauhou Bay and a plaque there marks the birth site.

 

Concert goers may bring their own beach mat or chair and utilize the free chair check at Emma’s Square for hands-free shopping and dining in the village during Kokua Kailua, which always features vendors, local artists and participating merchants offering special kamaaina discounts.

Kokua Kailua Hulihee Palace Concert and Village Stroll is sponsored by the Kailua Village Business Improvement District, the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce, Destination Kona Coast, Kailua Village Merchants Association, Hulihee Palace and Pacific Radio Group.

The program is designed to rally support for merchants and restaurants and to remind residents to shop, dine and buy local.

The next Kokua Kailua Hulihee Palace Concert and Village Stroll date is Sunday, Sept. 20.

Volunteers are always needed and appreciated to assist with closing and re-opening the road. If you are able to kokua Kailua so that these events can continue, please contact Marie Aguilar at 334-0562 or Dorlene Kolina Chao at 936-9202.

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