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Kokua Kailua hails King Kamehameha (June 12)

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Historic Kailua Village’s monthly Kokua Kailua is scheduled for 1-6 p.m. Sunday, June 12 along Alii Drive.

Kokua Kailua provides an opportunity to enjoy all that Historic Kailua Village has to offer. Safely stroll Alii Drive as a pedestrian-only thoroughfare, listen to live music, and shop and dine while supporting Historic Kailua Village’s many merchants.

“Kokua Kailua continues to successfully welcome visitors and residents to this fun, family-friendly monthly afternoon event,” shares Eric von Platen Luder, president of the Kailua Village Business Improvement District. “The support of Village merchants and restaurateurs is indisputable and much appreciated.”

BAND CONCERT HONORS KAMEHAMEHA THE GREAT

The Daughters of Hawaii and the Calabash Cousins present a free concert 4 p.m. Sunday, June 12 at Hulihee Palace to remember the late King Kamehameha I.

Enjoy the voices of the Merrie Monarchs and a rousing performance by the Hulihee Palace Band.

The concert is part of the palace’s series of free monthly concerts that honor Hawaii’s past monarchs and historical figures; donations are appreciated. Kindly bring a beach mat or chair as seating won’t be provided.

Born circa 1758 in Kohala on the Big Island, Kamehameha moved the heavy naha stone as a teen—a feat that prophesied he would rule the island chain. In battle, Kamehameha overtook the Big Island, Maui, Molokai and Oahu; he put Kauai and Niihau under his sovereignty by diplomacy. By 1810, the Kingdom of Hawaii was established and Kamehameha moved his court from Waikiki to Kailua-Kona.

“After Kamehameha formed his island kingdom he attempted to modify the impact of war on innocent citizens caught in the conflict,” said Fanny Au Hoy, docent coordinator. “He issued an edict protecting women, children and the elderly from arbitrary attack.”

The king also instituted a law to protect the weak from the strong, recalling a blow he suffered as a young warrior when his foot was caught in a rock crevice. The opponent hit Kamehameha with a canoe paddle that splintered at impact and the command later became known as the Law of the Splintered Paddle. The king died in 1819 in Kailua-Kona.

Kamehameha I is the only king to be honored along with George Washington and Robert E. Lee in the National Statuary Hall of the U.S. Capitol. A Polaris nuclear submarine also bears his name.

The palace has several artifacts on display that belonged to the king. One is a large, 180-pound ball made of lava rock for exercising. By standing on the ball and moving it with one’s feet, it trained the user in balance and agility while developing lower body strength. It’s in the Kuakini Room.

On the staircase landing leading to the second floor, visitors can view the king’s javelins, the longest measures 22 feet.

Due to damage from the March tsunami, the gift shop remains closed for repairs and donations are greatly appreciated. For details, contact the palace at 329-1877, the palace office at 329-9555 or visit www.daughtersofhawaii.org

2011 Hulihe‘e Palace Concert Schedule: 4 p.m. on the palace grounds

Jan. 16: Hula Concert remembering King Kamehameha II “Lunalilo” and Aunty Iolani Luahine

Feb. 20: Band Concert remembering Princess Ruth Keelikolani

March 20: Hula Concert remembering Queen Kaahumanu and Prince Kuhio

April 17: Hula Concert remembering Prince Albert

May 15: Hula Concert remembering King Kamehameha IV “Alexander Liholiho”

June 12: Band Concert remembering King Kamehameha I “Paiea”

July 17: Hula Concert remembering John Adams Kuakini

Aug. 14: Hula Concert remembering King Kamehameha III “Kauikeaouli”

Sept. 18: Band Concert remembering Queen Liliuokalani

Oct. 16: Hula Concert remembering Princess Kaiulani

Nov. 20: Band Concert remembering King Kalakaua, Palace Curator Aunty Lei Collins and Bandmaster Charles “Bud” Dant

Dec. 18: Hula Concert remembering Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop

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