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Quilting, Mochi Tsuki, History, Tea Ceremony, Taiko Drums, Bon Dance, Origami, Craft Fairs, Bonsai Exhibit/Workshop, Farmers Market, Cherry Blossom Art, Entertainment.

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MEDIA RELEASE The 18th Annual Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival remembers two individuals who made exceptional contributions in their respective fields of interest. They are lei and kapa-making kupuna Marie McDonald and local agriculture researcher Milton Yamasaki. Both Waimea residents will be recognized at the start of the 9 a.m.-3 p.m. community festival Saturday, Feb. […]

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To celebrate the blooming of Church Row Park’s historic cherry trees and the Japanese tradition of viewing them—hanami – and welcoming the arrival of spring. As always, will include a host of activities at venues throughout town on Saturday (Feb 6).

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Kelsey Katayama, 11 years-old, works on pounding mochi rice during the mochi tsuki demonstration by Kona Hongwanji Mission during the 16th Annual Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival.

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