HFU Haleakalā July Locavore SUNSET PICNIC

Join the HFU Haleakalā July Locavore SUNSET PICNIC! Join us for a special sunset picnic at Hale Sunshine Rae Farm in Ha'iku! Bring a dish to share, blankets/chairs, connect with other local growers, enjoy live music with Sassy Jack, share in our our abundance table, and talk story with Maui legend, Uncle Bobby Pahia from the ! This in-person event is a great opportunity to support our community and enjoy the flavors, sights & sounds of Maui. This event is open to ALL HFU CHAPTERS and to the public. This is a no waste event: BYO blankets, chairs, dishes, cups, utensils, etc. Without a dish to share, tickets are $10 for members, $15 for non-members, available at the farm gate. Don't miss out on this amazing evening & reserve your spot today!

ABOUT UNCLE BOBBY PAHIA:

Bobby was born and raised on Oahu, Bobby grew up with a deep respect for the 'āina. He learned early on that kalo is not just a staple crop; it is a symbol of Hawaiian identity, an embodiment of resilience and sustenance. Despite the challenges of modern agriculture, climate change, and land access, he remains steadfast in his mission to preserve traditional Hawaiian farming methods.

At Hawaii Taro Farms, Bobby cultivates kalo in the traditional way, using knowledge honed by centuries of Hawaiian farmers. His farm supplies fresh kalo to local families, restaurants, and cultural practitioners, ensuring that poi—Hawai‘i’s traditional staple food—remains a part of daily life. But beyond that, he is a teacher, mentoring the next generation in the values of mālama 'āina, sustainability, and food sovereignty.

With every keiki that learns to plant kalo, with every family that gathers to pound poi, Bobby sees hope for the future. His work is not just about farming—it is about keeping Hawaiian culture alive, one taro patch at a time. And as the wind carries the scent of wet earth and growing kalo through the valley, he knows he is walking in the footsteps of his ancestors, ensuring that the land—and the legacy of kalo—will continue to thrive for generations to come.

ABOUT HALE SUNSHINE RAE FARM:

Hale Sunshine Rae Farm is a sustainable food forest style farm in Ha'iku, whose mission is to cultivate and contribute fresh produce to the Maui Food Bank from both the HSR farm and additional local farmers, addressing local food security needs in Maui County.

Honored to be part of the vast network of Maui groups organizing towards food sovereignty for our county, Hale Sunshine Rae Farm since 2022 has grown and donated more than eight tons of fresh produce to the Maui Food Bank and has secured almost two tons more through local farmers for the MFB.

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