Upcoming Events Listed by The Kohala Center
Events
Emergency Food, Charity, and the Local Food System
Presented by Local Food Systems Response to COVID
Monday, December 21 • 8–9 a.m.
This session is part of an ongoing webinar series held on the third Monday of each month to facilitate cross-sector discussion on topics related to local food and COVID-19. This session will focus on emergency food programs, philanthropy, and local food systems. There is no cost to attend and registration is required in advance.
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Ka Hua Naʻauao o ka Mahina: Kaulana Mahina Calendar Workshop
Presented by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs – East Hawai‘i Island Office
Tuesday, December 22 • 6–7:30 p.m.
Cultural practitioner and instructor Haunani Miyasato will lead this interactive virtual workshop about the kaulana mahina, or the Hawaiian lunar calendar. Participants will learn about traditional practices informed by kaulana mahina and how these practices helped to keep kānaka and nature in harmony for centuries. Registered participants will receive a kaulana mahina calendar poster by Kiʻi Kalo Productions valued at $40. There is no cost to attend; however, registration is required in advance and preference will be given to Hawai‘i Island residents. To register, contact Kamaile Puluole-Mitchell at kamailep@oha.org.
Social Media Marketing in 2021: 5 Tools You Must Use
Presented by Kuha‘o Business Center
Wednesday, December 30 • Noon–1:15 p.m.
Small businesses in Maui County are invited to this online workshop to learn best practices for social media marketing. There is no cost to attend and registration is required in advance by calling Kuha‘o Business Center at 808-553-8100.
Lunar Calendar & Kilo: Taro Grower Online Series
Presented by the University of Hawai‘i College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources Cooperative Extension Service, the Hawaii Department of Agriculture, and E Kūpaku Ka ‘Āina
Wednesday, January 13 • 5–6:30 p.m.
This is the last session in a series about recent research related to lunar response in kalo. The workshop will provide background information about the project and how lunar, celestial, and weather observations (kilo) can help farmers improve success and crop resilience. There is no cost to attend and registration is required in advance by calling Jennifer Hawkins at 808-646-1871.
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AgCurious Webinar
Presented by GoFarm Hawai‘i and Ho‘ōla Farms
Thursday, January 14 • 5:30–6:30 p.m.
GoFarm Hawai‘i offers experiential learning for those wanting to start a commercial farm or join the agricultural workforce. This AgCurious webinar is the mandatory first step for applying to the GoFarm Hawai‘i program. The session will provide an overview of the upcoming AgXcel cohort in Hilo, which will run from February to September 2021, as well as share information about scholarships for eligible veterans. There is no cost to attend and registration is required in advance. Contact GoFarm Hawaii at info@gofarmhawaii.org with questions. For information about veteran services and scholarships, contact Emily Emmons at emily@hoolafarms.org or 808-494-2613 with questions.
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