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Registration for all seven summer programs for Kauaʻi County keiki set to open next week

Keiki ages 5 to 11 will enjoy arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor games, sports, music, dance, special events, and excursions from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays from June 16 to July 25.

Once a critically threatened cultural practice, Hawaiian hula puppetry making a comeback

While hula is emblematic of Hawai‘i, it is far less known that puppetry is a tradition within the world-famous form of dance.

Next weekend: Tahitian dancers from across the globe to compete at Heiva i Kaua‘i festival

The two-day event will feature solo and group dance performances, drumming and a fire knife contest.

Kaua‘i hālau prepares for Merrie Monarch: ‘We’re not performers; we’re storytellers’

In 2022, Hālau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leināʻala – led by kumu hula Leināʻala Pavao Jardin – took first place in every category in which it competed.

‘Hula is life’: Uniquely Hawaiian dance plays important role in perpetuating Native Hawaiian culture

Hula still connects people today to the foundation of Hawaiian knowledge and culture. It is a vehicle for historical and social commentary and passing down stories and information.

Get ready for the 7th annual ‘Raqs Tiki’ dance event in Princeville

Princeville will host the 7th annual “Raqs Tiki” dance event from Sept. 29 to Oct. 1, featuring world renowned drummer Issam Houshan and international dance artist, Vanessa of Cairo.