# Event Details - **Event Name**: KUAOLA KEIKI Summer Program - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 01 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 am – Mon, 01 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-10:00) - **Event Description**: KUAOLA KEIKI is a drop off summer program for 4 and 5 year olds where keiki will be immersed in ʻāina and culture.About this EventKUAOLA KEIKI Summer ProgramThis is a Hawaiian culture through literacy program for preschoolers (4yr and 5yr olds) that focuses on experiential ʻāina-based learning steeped in the cultural values of our kūpuna. Through the KUAOLA KEIKI program, keiki will be immersed in the moʻolelo and daily practices of our ancestors through hands-on experiences rooted in the native and Polynesian introduced plants that flourish within the ʻili ʻāina of Waipao. Kamaliʻi will learn to kilo—to observe, listen, and deeply connect with the land and environment around them. This practice of kilo will guide the keiki to recognize the interconnectedness of all things in nature, fostering a sense of responsibility, respect, and stewardship for the ʻāina. Each week keiki will build pilina with the land, the environment, and the natural elements that surround them while learning and growing together.All keiki must be able to move indipendently on ʻāina. They must have attended preschool prior to attending KUAOLA KEIKI They must be potty trained and have the ability to change their own clothes.Six weekly sessions will be offered. Each session is $320.00.Session 1June 1st-5thWelina Waipao will introduce keiki to the ʻāina and help them begin forming a connection to place. They will explore different areas of the Waipao while learning how ʻāina and kanaka care for one another, and practice kilo by observing the sights, sounds, and rhythms around them. Through moʻolelo, hands-on activities, and learning about mea kanu Hawaiʻi, waʻa plants, and invasive species, keiki will grow their understanding of ʻāina in fun and meaningful ways.Session 2June 8th-12thWā Leʻaleʻa is a time for keiki to have fun while connecting to Hawaiian culture through play. They will explore traditional mea pāʻani (games) like kōnane, hū, and ʻoʻoʻ ihe, building skills such as strategy, coordination, and teamwork. Through laughter and hands-on activities, keiki will enjoy learning in a joyful and meaningful way.Session 3June 15th-19thKa Wai Ola will inspire keiki to learn about the life-giving importance of wai (water) within an ahupuaʻa. They will explore the roles of Kāne and Kanaloa and understand how water connects and sustains all parts of the ʻāina. Through hands-on activities and observation, keiki will discover why caring for our water resources is so important for our communities.Session 4June 22nd-26thKūkulu Kahua: introduces keiki to the powerful connection between Pele and the pōhaku (stones) that shape our ʻāina. They will learn how stones are used in everyday life and practice traditional games like ʻulu maika and pōhō. Through hands-on play and exploration, keiki will build a deeper appreciation for the strength and importance of pōhaku in Hawaiian culture.Session 5June 29th-July 3rdKalo: Kanu o ka ʻĀina invites keiki to learn about kalo and its special connection to Hāloa, our ancestor. They will explore the loʻi and ʻauwai, discovering how kalo is grown and cared for with love and intention. Through hands-on experiences like kuʻi kalo and tasting foods such as kalo paʻa and kulolo, keiki will deepen their understanding of how kalo nourishes our bodies, our ʻohana, and our connection to ʻāina.Session 6July 8th-12thKuʻu Moʻomoʻo: explores the story of Hina and the art of making kapa. They will learn about wauke and discover natural dyes and paints from materials like pōhaku, maʻo hau hele, kukui, and ukiuki. Through hands-on creativity, keiki will use modern techniques and even repurpose invasive plants to create their own unique, one-of-a-kind kapa-inspired designs. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/e8c8b970-4366-11f1-9cf3-0f2aa7c59aa8-rimg-w555-h740-dc312f2b-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kaneohe/kuaola-keiki-summer-program/100001987173618787 - **Event Categories**: Sports, Art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 343.31, max: 343.31, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Kaneohe - **state**: HI - **country**: United States - **location**: Papahana Kuaola - **lat**: 21.4099573 - **long**: -157.8223492 - **full address**: Papahana Kuaola, 46-403 Haiku Road, Kaneohe, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: KUAOLA KEIKI Summer Program - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/53ef1638c742f8527f8669f4f0cd9c3a4dfdb043b69f517fc5dc42478e4aab2e-rimg-w1200-h883-dc485e31-gmir.jpg?v=1777424480 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is KUAOLA KEIKI Summer Program being held? - **A:** KUAOLA KEIKI Summer Program takes place on Mon, 01 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 am to Mon, 01 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Papahana Kuaola, 46-403 Haiku Road, Kaneohe, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing KUAOLA KEIKI Summer Program? - **A:** KUAOLA KEIKI Summer Program is organized by Papahana Kuaola. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "KUAOLA KEIKI Summer Program", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/53ef1638c742f8527f8669f4f0cd9c3a4dfdb043b69f517fc5dc42478e4aab2e-rimg-w1200-h883-dc485e31-gmir.jpg?v=1777424480", "startDate": "2026-06-01T08:00:00-10:00", "endDate": "2026-06-01T12:00:00-10:00", "url": "https://allevents.in/kaneohe/kuaola-keiki-summer-program/100001987173618787", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Papahana Kuaola", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "46-403 Haiku Road", "postalCode": "96744", "addressLocality": "Kaneohe", "addressRegion": "HI", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "21.4099573", "longitude": "-157.8223492" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "KUAOLA KEIKI is a drop off summer program for 4 and 5 year olds where keiki will be immersed in ʻāina and culture.", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-29", "availabilityEnds": "2026-06-01T12:00:00-10:00", "validFrom": "2026-04-29", "lowPrice": "343.31", "highPrice": "343.31", "price": "343.31", "url": "https://allevents.in/kaneohe/kuaola-keiki-summer-program/100001987173618787" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-29", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-29", "url": "https://allevents.in/kaneohe/kuaola-keiki-summer-program/100001987173618787", "price": "343.31", "name": "Session 1 June 1st-5th Welina Waipao" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-29", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-29", "url": "https://allevents.in/kaneohe/kuaola-keiki-summer-program/100001987173618787", "price": "343.31", "name": "Session 2 June 8th-12th Wā Leʻaleʻa" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-29", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-29", "url": "https://allevents.in/kaneohe/kuaola-keiki-summer-program/100001987173618787", "price": "343.31", "name": "Session 3 June 15th-19th Ka Wai Ola" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-29", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-29", "url": "https://allevents.in/kaneohe/kuaola-keiki-summer-program/100001987173618787", "price": "343.31", "name": "Session 4 June 22nd-26th Kūkulu Kahua" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-29", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-29", "url": "https://allevents.in/kaneohe/kuaola-keiki-summer-program/100001987173618787", "price": "343.31", "name": "Session 5 June 29-July 3 Kalo Kanu o ka ʻĀina" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-29", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-29", "url": "https://allevents.in/kaneohe/kuaola-keiki-summer-program/100001987173618787", "price": "343.31", "name": "Session 6 July 8th-12th Kuʻu Moʻomoʻo" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Papahana Kuaola", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/papahana-kuaola/19316775" } ] } ] ```