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Learn the cultural importance of the voyaging plant - Niu (Coconut, Cocos nucifera). Experience working with lau niu (coconut leaves): using exercises in weave, pattern, shaping, and form, creating keepsakes to take home. Attendees will learn the kinipopo (ball), pala’ie (game), peahi (fan), and hanging ‘umeke (bowl) With Kumu ulana niu Mario Siatris and U‘i Kahue of Maui Grown 808. Also covered will be sustainable gathering practices and prep.

Cost:
Members: $55.20
New Members: $80, includes Naupaka-level Garden Membership.

‘Awa (Piper methysticum) was historically and is currently, an important medicine and ceremonial beverage in Hawai‘i. It is a gift from Akua that opens communication channels between ʻāina, kānaka, and kūpuna. Today, it continues to be used as lā'au, in ceremony, and as a social connector. In this two-day workshop, cultural practitioner Kaʻiana Runnels of Moku o Keawe will lead the class in further exploring ‘awa by covering variety identification, planting methods, pest and disease control, and plant uses. Additionally, the class will also examine the current state of 'awa in Hawai'i, coupled with how 'awa might guide the lāhui in the future. Participants will dig up a two-year-old ‘awa at MNBG and cut, clean, process, observe protocol, and sit in ceremony together as we share in the harvest.

Cost:
Members: $50.25
New Members: $75, includes Naupaka-level Garden Membership.
Scholarships
Seven scholarships are available for participants with Native Hawaiian ancestry. Email inquiries to alexa@mnbg.org for more information.
Note: This is a TWO-DAY workshop. Participants must attend both days.

In this in-depth, hands-on workshop, students will learn special techniques regarding the cultivation and maintenance of wauke plants, the harvesting and processing of the fiber, proper tool design and use, and traditional practices for making wearable kapa cloth with mother-daughter kapa makers, Lisa Schattenburg-Raymond (dba Kapa Lauhuki LLC) & Kaleʻa Raymond (Laʻahana Creations LLC). Workshop fee includes all materials.

Cost:
Members: $100.00
New Members: $125, includes Naupaka-level Garden Membership.

Participants will learn innovative processing techniques of many Hawaiian plants, and other substances, to produce traditional natural dyes used on kapa cloth. Lisa Schattenburg-Raymond and Kale‘a Raymond will share information on identifying, collecting, preparing dyes, and the use of natural additives to manipulate color. Plants to be covered will include hāhā, kukui, maʻo, milo, noni, ʻōlena, ʻukiʻuki, and more.

Cost:
Members: $150.50
New Members: $175, 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.

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