BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Oakland Asian Cultural Center - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://oacc.cc X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Oakland Asian Cultural Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220525T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220525T200000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220422T225830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T003756Z UID:12286-1653494400-1653508800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Lotus Link Up: Cocktails\, Comedy\, and Connection for AAPI & ALLIES DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/lotus-link-up-2/ LOCATION:Somar Bar & Lounge\, 1727 Telegraph Ave\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/LL-Instagram-Somar-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220527T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220527T193000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220405T020211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220531T182449Z UID:12216-1653674400-1653679800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Virtual Book Talk: "The All-American Crew" with Author Russell N. Low DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/all-american-crew-book-talk-2022/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20220527AllAmericanCrew_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220604T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220604T160000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220510T234849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220604T231421Z UID:12397-1654351200-1654358400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Creative Voices of the Vietnamese Diaspora DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/creative-voices-vietnamese-diaspora-panel-talk/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/20220604CreativeVoicesPanel_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220604T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220604T200000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220505T225348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220605T044854Z UID:12366-1654363800-1654372800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Queer Trans Asian Pride - A Community Gathering DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/qtapi-week-2022/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/20220604QTAPI_Thumbnail-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220611T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220611T160000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220519T190452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T163811Z UID:12469-1654956000-1654963200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Telling Our Stories: A Celebration of Oakland and Bay Area’s Diverse Voices DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/homemade-celebration-screening/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/HM-Particpant0.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220618T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220618T153000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220510T230605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220618T223738Z UID:12388-1655560800-1655566200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: Hālau KaUaTuahine DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/heart-filled-heritage-series-halau-ka-ua-tuahine/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/20220618Thumbnail_Halau.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220624T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220624T140000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220607T215718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T183302Z UID:12589-1656075600-1656079200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Become a Changemaker: Learn More About Recycling & Composting in Oakland DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/changemaker/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/changemaker_thumb-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220630T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220630T123000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220603T213722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T183320Z UID:12567-1656586800-1656592200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Jikimee - AAPI Elder Voices DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/jikimee/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/jikimee_thumbnail.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220709T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220709T113000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220511T005430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T183223Z UID:12416-1657360800-1657366200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Natto Presentation & Tasting Session DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/natto-presentation-and-tasting/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/20220709NattoDemo_Thumbnail-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220709T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220709T153000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220511T002657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T183217Z UID:12406-1657373400-1657380600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Japanese Knife Sharpening Workshop DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/knife-sharpening-workshop-2022/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/20220709KnifesharpeningWorkshop_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220715 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220829 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220224T222156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T205631Z UID:12082-1657843200-1661731199@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Bandung To The Bay: Intersections of Solidarity DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/bandung-to-the-bay-exhibition/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/20220715BandungtotheBay_Thumbnail-e1673653068165.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220716T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220716T170000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220524T175034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T212947Z UID:12499-1657980000-1657990800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Minhwa Family Workshop DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/minhwa-family-workshop-2022/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/20220716MinhwaWorkshop_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220730T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220730T170000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220603T050838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T212936Z UID:12562-1659193200-1659200400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Lil Tokyo Reporter" 10th Anniversary Screening DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/lil-tokyo-reporter-10th-anniversary-screening/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/20220730LittleTokyoReporterScreening_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220806T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220806T163000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220614T174706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T205707Z UID:12605-1659798000-1659803400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Painting The Streets" Book Talk [POSTPONED] DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/painting-the-streets-book-talk-2022/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/20220806PaintingTheStreetsBookTalk_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220901 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220926 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220803T214002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221005T210939Z UID:12648-1661990400-1664150399@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Stories From My Mother's House DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/stories-from-my-mothers-house/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/20220901StoriesFromMothersHouse_Thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220910T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220910T123000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220824T212839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T172608Z UID:12701-1662805800-1662813000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Stop the Violence - Solidarity Now! Forum 1 DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/solidaritynow/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/20220910_BAMCForum_thumbnail.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221001 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221101 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220824T220054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T195618Z UID:12869-1664582400-1667260799@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Press Play: Exhibition - Raising Mental Health Awareness DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/pressplay/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/20221001PressPlay_thumbnail.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221015T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221015T173000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220823T002613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T220218Z UID:12705-1665855000-1665855000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:26th Anniversary Gala — Celebrate Asian Love DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/celebration-asian-love/ LOCATION:Pacific Renaissance Plaza\, 388 Ninth Street\, Suite 290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/heart_hand-1@3x.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221015T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221015T200000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220527T172552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T213255Z UID:12525-1665856800-1665864000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:OACC Gala 2022 DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/gala-2022/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/OACC-Gala-IG.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221021T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221022T160000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20221013T205538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T182514Z UID:13020-1666350000-1666454400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Community Ofrenda Building 2022: Celebrating Día De Los Muertos with OMCA DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/communityofrenda2022/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/10212022_CommunityOfrenda_Thumbnail.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221104 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221219 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20220914T223149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T225521Z UID:12918-1667520000-1671407999@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Distant Journeys of Cultural Exchange DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/distant-journeys/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events,Past Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/distantjourneys_thumbnail.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221105T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221105T160000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20221005T211519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T195601Z UID:12986-1667656800-1667664000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Uncommon Ground: Write Now! SF Bay's New Anthology DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/uncommonground/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/uncommon-ground.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221203T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221203T153000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20221117T010720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T195553Z UID:13136-1670076000-1670081400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:CRESCENCIANA Book Talk: Connecting with our Ancestors’ Narratives DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/crescenciana/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/20221203CrescencianaBookTalk_Thumbnail.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230225 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20230113T233852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T231846Z UID:13281-1673913600-1677283199@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Bandung To The Bay: Intersections of Solidarity DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/bandung-to-the-bay-exhibition-2/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Past Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/20220715BandungtotheBay_Thumbnail-e1673653068165.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230204T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230204T160000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20221207T214608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T231330Z UID:13160-1675508400-1675526400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Lunar New Year x Black History Month: Celebration of Black & Asian Solidarity DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/lnyxbhm/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CO-PRESENTED-BY-Instagram-Post-Square.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230211T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230211T150000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20230105T231744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T001956Z UID:13222-1676122200-1676127600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:PEONY AMOUR - Sultry Ecstasy and Frosty Agony: Book Talk with Raymond Chong DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/peonyamour/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230211Peony-Amour-BookTalk_Thumbnail-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230217T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230217T193000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20230111T192311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T071903Z UID:13229-1676653200-1676662200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:MY BOYFRIEND APOCALYPSE: Chapbook Reading and Writing Workshop with antmen pimentel mendoza DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/my-bf-apocalypse/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/MY-BOYFRIEND-APOCALYPSE-instagram.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230218T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230501T120000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20230105T225516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230402T214941Z UID:13235-1676721600-1682942400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Day of Remembrance Community Map Project (Ongoing) DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/dor-community-map-project-2/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Day-of-Remembrance-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230303T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230422T210000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20230221T195319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T194523Z UID:13438-1677862800-1682197200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Current Exhibition: Li Ching World DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/lichingworld-2/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Copy-of-20230301_LiChing_Opening_Panel.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230315T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230430T150000 DTSTAMP:20260622T164836 CREATED:20230307T191355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T222839Z UID:13574-1678881600-1682866800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:2023 Virtual Community Night Market DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2024 | 1 PM - 4 PM \n \n \n \n Join us on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center for an unforgettable afternoon of vibrant Hawaiian arts and culture. Featuring performances by Halau o Keikiali’i (ancient and modern Hula)\, Hawaiian music artists Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche on `ukulele and Steven Kanahe Espaniola on Hawaiian slack key guitar and falsetto\, and many Hawaiian arts and crafts vendors.   Don’t miss this celebration of Hawaiian culture\, tradition\, and community!   OACC’s “Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage” Asian American & Pacific Islander performing arts series will provide a platform for local Asian and Asian Pacific Islander culturally relevant artists that inspire intergenerational and cross-cultural exchange. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Performers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hālau O Keikiali’i‘s primary focus is on cultural traditions\, including hula kahiko (ancient dance)\, hula `auana (modern dance)\, oli (chant)\, mele (traditional songs)\, himeni (modern songs)\, nā mea hula (arts\, crafts\, implements)\, lole hula (hula attire)\, ‘ōlelo (language)\, and mo’olelo (stories).   Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that others too can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture. It is within the stories told in the mele\, and its morals and values\, that people can truly be enriched in their personal lives.   Hālau O Keikiali’i hopes to reach people far and wide\, touching everyone who may or may not be exposed to the Hawaiian culture and sharing with them in this spirit. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kumu Hula Kawika Alfiche is the Kumu Hula (Master teacher) for Hālau o Keikiali’i\, is the Director for the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco\, and has been teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts for over 25 years. With a mission to preserve and perpetuate all things Hawaiian\, Kawika spends his life learning\, teaching\, and sharing his culture through the hula and cultural arts\, and continues to teach throughout the globe.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i and now residing in the California Bay Area\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola is a self taught multi-instrumentalist Hawaiian artist specializing in Ki Ho’alu (Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar)\, ‘Ukulele\, Upright Bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). Of Hawaiian\, Filipino\, Chinese and Spanish descent\, his ethnicity is as diverse as his unique sound which preserves the integrity of the traditional with a flourish of the modern. URL:https://oacc.cc/event/vcnm-apply/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Vendor-application-live.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR