MNBG Calendar

‘Awa (Piper methysticum) was an important medicine and ceremonial beverage in early Hawai‘i. It is a sacred offering within traditional Hawaiian religious ceremonies, and can be made into a ceremonial drink believed to help open communication channels with others, and with the natural elements. Today, it continues to be used as a sedative; to induce relaxation and sleep, especially when combined with lomi lomi, or massage. In this two-day workshop, cultural practitioner Kaʻiana Runnels of Moku o Keawe will lead the class in exploring the heritage Hawaiian varieties of ‘awa by covering variety identification, planting methods, pest and disease control, and plant uses. Participants will dig up a two-year-old ‘awa at MNBG and cut, clean, process, observe protocol, and sample fresh made ‘awa.

Members: $50.25
New Members: $75, includes Naupaka-level Garden Membership

Scholarships:
Seven scholarships are available for participants with Native Hawaiian ancestry. Email info@mnbg.org for more information.

Note: This is a TWO-DAY workshop. Participants must attend both days.

ʻAwa (Piper methysticum, a.k.a. Kava) is an important ceremonial plant in Hawai‘i and across Oceania. Special drinking cups, called ‘apu ‘awa, are made from a coconut shell, cut lengthwise, and used for drinking ‘awa. This three-hour workshop is led by Hawaiian language instructor and cultural practitioner Kukini Suwa. 2.5 hours will be creating an ʻapu (implement for drinking ʻawa/kava) from a niu (coconut). Participants will create an ʻapu from a whole coconut and finish with a high quality ʻapu. Workshop will conclude with a 30-minute introduction to ʻawa, a brief history of ʻawa in Hawaiʻi, ʻawa etiquette and consumption.

Participants are encouraged to bring a niu (coconut) from their home/district as to personalize the experience, however niu will be supplied to those who don't have.

Members: $50.25
New Members: $75, includes Naupaka-level Garden Membership

Cancellations (paid workshops): Space is limited and registering without payment does not guarantee a spot. Once paid registration is full, MNBG will accept unpaid registrations in the order they are received to place you on a waitlist. Refunds for cancellations will be given only if you call 249-2798 to inform us of the cancellation at least 24 hours before the workshop begins. No-shows and cancellations less than 24 hours before a workshop will forfeit registration and membership fees.
Mahalo for your understanding.

Cancellations (free workshops): Space is limited, so if you need to cancel please call us at 249-2798 to free space for others to register.

Nā Leo Pūlama o Maui Presents: Hoʻomau 2023

Mar 25 @ 9:00 am – 5:30 pm

Nā Leo Pūlama o Maui Presents:
Hoʻomau 2023
Saturday, March 25, | 9 am to Sunset
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens
$15 presale $20 at the door
The Premier ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi Event of the year!
Benefits the keiki of @punanaleoomaui

Categories: MNBG Events

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Good Friday

Apr 7 all-day

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Good Friday
Friday, April 7, 2023

Categories: Hawaii State Holidays

E kalo ʻai a koʻu makua (The kalo that feeds is my parent – Harvesting, prepping, and cooking kalo.)

May 27 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

This is a different kind of cooking class for those who want to go beyond poi, laulau, and kulolo. Hawaiian Cultivars Manager Namea Hoshino will be leading hands-on preparations of leaf, corm, and stem and sharing recipes for all three. Bring your apron and your own kalo recipes to share!

Csto: $40 for current Garden members, $65 for new members.

Registration Coming Soon.

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Independence Day

Jul 4 all-day

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Independence Day
Tuesday, July 4, 2023

Categories: Hawaii State Holidays

Na ʻono i ka lau a me ke kalo (The tasty leaf and kalo – Identifying and taste testing.)

Jul 15 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Saturday, July 15, 9 to 12 pm – Na ʻono i ka lau a me ke kalo (The tasty leaf and kalo – Identifying and taste testing.)

Students will get an overview of heritage Hawaiian kalo varieties and taste test a selection of cooked corm and leaf from within the MNBG collection. Join Hawaiian Cultivars Manager Namea Hoshino to learn how taste and texture change according to variety and growing conditions.

Cost: $40 for current Garden members, $65 for new members.

Registration Coming Soon.

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Admissions Day

Aug 18 all-day

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Admissions Day
Friday, August 18, 2023

Categories: Hawaii State Holidays

Ka pili oha mai kaʻāina a ka moana ke kalo (The interconnections between land, sea, and kalo in variety names.)

Sep 23 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Saturday, September 23, 9 to 12 pm – Ka pili oha mai kaʻāina a ka moana ke kalo (The interconnections between land, sea, and kalo in variety names.)

ʻElepaio, ʻO‘opukai, ‘Apuwai…Hawaiian kalo cultivar names also refer to other things. Hawaiian Cultivars Manager Namea Hoshino will teach about Hawaiian land, sea, animal, and plant names and their connections to kalo varieties names. Apply your new knowledge as you practice identifying differences between heritage varieties.

Cost: $40 for current Garden members, $65 for new members.

Registration Coming Soon.

Categories: MNBG Events

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Veterans Day

Nov 10 all-day

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Veterans Day
Friday, November 10, 2023

Categories: Hawaii State Holidays

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed Half day – Thanksgiving

Nov 22 @ 12:00 pm – Nov 24 @ 8:00 am

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed Half day – Thanksgiving
Wednesday, November 22, 2023 – Half day, closed at 12 pm for Thanksgiving

Categories: Hawaii State Holidays

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Thanksgiving

Nov 23 all-day

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 23, 2023

Categories: Hawaii State Holidays

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed Half day for Christmas

Dec 23 @ 12:00 pm – Dec 25 @ 8:00 am

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed Half day
Saturday, December 23, 2023 – Half day, closed at 12 pm for Christmas

Categories: Hawaii State Holidays

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