Kohala Center Events & Info
He Lālā Ola: Branching out to provision more communities
Our He Lālā Ola workshop series concluded in June with a gathering of program partners to learn how to make and preserve poi. Online workshops focused on preserving foods, how to make banana flour and macadamia nut butter, and partners produced videos on how to make lū‘au chips, ‘ulu flour, and beef jerky. An extension of Hanauna Ola, Nā Kālai Wa‘a’s initiative to provision the Makali‘i voyaging canoe with foods grown and produced in Hawai‘i, He Lālā Ola endeavors to educate community members on how to prepare and preserve local foods to improve food security, health, and connection to ‘āina. Visit our website to learn more about this effort and view the videos.
Energy efficiency and conservation grants available
Hawai‘i Energy is accepting applications from eligible small businesses and nonprofits for the EmPOWER Grant program. Funds can be used to cover costs of qualifying energy-saving projects up to $5,000 per facility. The deadline to apply is Thursday, September 30. Visit the program website for more information and to apply.
Keauhou Farmers Market seeks farm and food vendors
Kona County Farm Bureau is accepting applications from vendors interested in joining the Keauhou Farmers Market. Visit the organization’s website to access the application materials or email keauhoumarket@gmail.com.
The Power of Food: Cultivating equitable policy through collective action
Presented by Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future
September 20–22
This event is the first-ever national forum for food policy councils and similar groups. A forum is a place or event where people exchange ideas and discuss issues and, unlike a conference, event organizers are not inviting formal presentations. The event will be an opportunity to strengthen relationships, share experiences, and learn new skills. The cost to attend is $75 and registration is required in advance.
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