Love Lanai is honoured to partner with scientists, practitioners and academics to share their knowledge and expertise of Hawaiian language and culture with our guests.
Upcoming Events
- “The Voice” of Maui
- Maui resident and singer-songwriter-hula dancer Kamalei Kawa auditioned on “The Voice,” representing his heritage while securing a spot on the television show. Join Kamalei and his brother Kamaehu Kawaʻa for an evening of music. February 14, 2025 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Lower Lobby
- Talk story session with Dr. Keao NeSmith
- Dr. NeSmith is a Native Hawaiian Linguist with a PhD in Applied Linguistics, acquired from the University of Waikato in Hamilton, New Zealand. He is a lecturer of both Hawaiian and Tahitian languages at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, and studied other languages such as Marquesan and Paʻumotu. He was born and raised in Kekaha, Kauaʻi, speaking our native tongue. Some of his work includes the translation of popular books (“The Hobbit,” the “Harry Potter” series, “Alice's Adventures in Wonderland” and more) into ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi. He has composed mele (songs) for Cirque de Soleil: ʻAuana, Kumu Hula Leināʻala Pavao Jardin of Hālau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leināʻala, and others. February 15, 2025 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM in the Lobby at Sensei Lanai 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM The Lower Lobby at Four Seasons Resort Lanai
Programs are subject to change, dependent upon weather conditions.
Reservations are required. Please email us.
Visit our online calendar for Hawaiian crafts and culture sessions and excursions with our Love Lanai Cultural Advisors.
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