BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Oakland Asian Cultural Center - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Oakland Asian Cultural Center 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:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251105 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20251028T175531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T195915Z UID:22574-1762300800-1769903999@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"The Asian Elder Portrait Project:" an Exhibition of Drawings by Luke Sera-Tacorda DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/asian-elder-portrait/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Current Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Luke-Sera-Tacorda-1080-x-1080-PREVIEW.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T203000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20250927T170106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T034601Z UID:22386-1762369200-1762374600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Water Mirror Echo: Bruce Lee and the Making of Asian America" book talk with Jeff Chang DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/jeff-chang-bruce-lee/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Jeff-Chang-Bruce-Lee-Book-Launch-Preview-1080-x-1080.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T203000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20251008T150709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T011128Z UID:22466-1762628400-1762633800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Arabesque: A Middle Eastern Dance and Music Concert DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/arabesque/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Arabesque-Preview-1080-x-1080.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T130000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20251119T172208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T173414Z UID:22663-1764936000-1764939600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:December Mending Circle DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/mending-dec2025/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Mending-Circle-Evergreen-Preview-White-Background.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T210000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20251107T213211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T201421Z UID:22621-1764961200-1764968400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:“The Empathizer" A Documentary About Vietnam Screening and Discussion DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/empathizer/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Empathizer-Preview-1080-x-1080-px-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T130000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20251216T062046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T195717Z UID:22737-1767960000-1767963600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:January Mending Circle DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/mending-jan2026/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Mending-Circle-Evergreen-Preview-White-Background.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T180000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20251212T053126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T183728Z UID:22709-1768060800-1768068000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Chinese Couplets: A Film by Felicia Lowe DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/chinese-couplets/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Chinese-Couplets-Preview-1080-x-1080-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T143000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20251030T163029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T052106Z UID:22603-1768136400-1768141800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:From Ally to Activated: Breaking Barriers to Community Action DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/activated/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Redesigned-Get-Activated-FB-1080-x-1080-px-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260125T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260125T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20251229T212949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T213238Z UID:22767-1769349600-1769356800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Reparations: A Film by Jon Osaki DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/reparations-film/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Reparations-FB-1080-x-1080-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260315 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20260114T160348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T185220Z UID:22798-1770163200-1773532799@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Topaz Toddlers Exhibition: Children’s Art from an American Concentration Camp DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/topaz-toddlers/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events,Upcoming Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Topaz-Toddlers-FB-1080-x-1080-px-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20251225T030557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T212416Z UID:22758-1770462000-1770480000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Lunar New Year x Black History Month 2026: Celebrating Asian & African-American Solidarity DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/lny-bhm-2026/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Celebrating-Asian-African-American-Solidarity.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T130000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20260121T225442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T225727Z UID:22841-1770984000-1770987600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:February Mending Circle DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/mending-feb2026/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Mending-Circle-Evergreen-Preview-White-Background.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20260120T072722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T042457Z UID:22815-1771768800-1771776000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Honoring Day of Remembrance: Children’s Art from an American Concentration Camp DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/day-of-remembrance-2026/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Topaz-Toddlers-FB-1080-x-1080-px-v2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T130000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20251218T155311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T203515Z UID:22743-1772280000-1772283600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Bilingual Bike Commuting Basics Workshop (Cantonese and English) DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/bike-basics/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Bike-Commuting-Feb-28-English-1080-x-1080.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T130000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20260303T201924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T202235Z UID:22986-1772798400-1772802000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:March Mending Circle DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/mending-feb2026-2/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Mending-Circle-Evergreen-Preview-White-Background.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260315T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260315T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20260219T084830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T084959Z UID:22932-1773579600-1773586800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Tales of the Tofu Goddess: A Tribute to the Artful Life of Flo Oy Wong DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/tofu-goddess/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Tofu-Goddess-Preview-1080-x-1080-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260318 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20260226T194319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T224303Z UID:22956-1773792000-1779580799@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Our Language\, Our Story: Photos by Joyce Xi DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/joyce-xi/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events,Upcoming Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Joyce-Xi-Exhibition-PREVIEW-1080-x-1080-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260320T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260320T210000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20260227T233159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T194052Z UID:22970-1774033200-1774040400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: Nowruz with the Persian Classical Trio DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/persian-classical/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Nowruz-2026-Preview-1080-x-1080-px-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260403T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260403T130000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20260327T192619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T192722Z UID:23133-1775217600-1775221200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:April Mending Circle DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/mending-apr2026/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Mending-Circle-Evergreen-Preview-White-Background.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20260323T211521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T233740Z UID:23100-1775908800-1775919600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Southeast Asian New Year Celebration 2026 DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/sea-ny-2026/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/SEAsian-NY-2026-1080-x-1080.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T180000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20260323T185428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T190026Z UID:23090-1776528000-1776535200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Echoes of Eureka: A Youth Opera Bridging History and Hope DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/echoes-eureka/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Echoes-of-Eureka-FB-1080-x-1080.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T140000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185827 CREATED:20260326T233054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T210412Z UID:23119-1777118400-1777125600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:The OACC 2026 Interactive Artist Showcase DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/oacc-showcase-26/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Interactive-Artist-Showcase-FB-1080-x-1080-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185828 CREATED:20260331T221747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T223148Z UID:23139-1777208400-1777222800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Tea & Tiles: A Sunday Social With 13 Orphans DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/tea-tiles/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Tea-Tiles-FB-1080-x-1080-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185828 CREATED:20260326T234447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T215414Z UID:23126-1777813200-1777820400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Strong Like Bamboo DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/strong-bamboo-26/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Strong-Like-Bamboo-FB-1080-x-1080-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185828 CREATED:20260409T230626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T185722Z UID:23171-1779026400-1779033600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Stories from the Edge of Sea: A Book Launch With Andrew Lam DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/andrew-lam/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Andrew-Lam-Book-Launch-FB-1080-x-1080-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T210000 DTSTAMP:20260421T185828 CREATED:20260413T185348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T001308Z UID:23198-1780167600-1780174800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-Filled Heritage: Celebrating the Zither—Asian American Identity and Cultural Survival DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1612 pm-5 pmFREE  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Photo by William Lee   Join us for a rich celebration of Hawaiian culture with the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center. Learn about Hawaiian culture through performances\, lectures/demonstrations\, and a vendor marketplace. Featured performers will include Kumu Kawika Alfiche\, Steven Kanahe Espaniola\, and Hālau o Keikiali`i.   SCHEDULE 12 pm: Vendor Marketplace opens12:45-1 pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Hula/Oli (dance/chant)1-1:45 pm: Hālau o Keikiali`I Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula)1:45-2:15pm: Break2:15-2:30pm: Lecture/Demonstration – `Ukulele/Mele (Hawaiian Songs) 2:30-3:15pm: Steven Espaniola `Ukulele3:15-3:45pm: Break3:45-4pm: Lecture/Demonstration – Lei/Kup`e (Adornments)4-5pm: Hālau o Keikiali`i Hula `Auana (Modern Hula)    About the Performers   Kumu Hula Kawika Keikiali’ihiwahiwa Alfiche has dedicated 31 years to teaching hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. He is the Kumu Hula of Hālau o Keikiali’i and Director of the Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center in South San Francisco and Napa. He is a formal `Uniki of Kumu Rae Kahikilaulani Fonseca\, who is an `uniki of Kumu George L. Naope. He is also a recording artist and composer with four CDs and six DVDs.   Steven Espaniola was raised in Aliamanu\, Hawai’i\, on the island of O’ahu\, and now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. Steven is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in ‘ukulele\, Kī Hō’alu (Hawaiian slack key guitar) bass\, and Leo Ki’e Ki’e (Traditional Hawaiian falsetto). In 2007\, Steven’s musical efforts earned him the recognition of “New Artist of the Year” at the Hawai‘i Music Awards. In 2023\, Steven’s original song “Sakura” was a finalist for the prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award in the Hawaiian Music Video category. He was recently featured on the cover of the 2024 Summer issue of Ukulele Magazine\, a publication for which he has been a contributing editor and columnist for several years.   Hālau o Keikiali’i is a Hawaiian cultural and dance group based in South San Francisco. Since 1994\, their goal has been to educate the general public about Hawaiian culture\, its traditional customs\, values\, and protocols. Besides having regularly scheduled classes\, they strive to perpetuate the rich culture of the Hawaiian people through presentations to the general public\, including educational workshops\, performances\, and other cultural events. The hālau is comprised of both men and women\, young and old\, ranging from 5 to 85 years of age\, and presents theatre productions highlighting hula in its many aspects. Following tradition\, they share what they learn with different communities so that everyone can benefit from a better understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian culture.    Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center opened its doors in 2003 to offer classes\, workshops\, performances\, and events for all who wish to learn about Hawaiian Culture\, in all its aspects. In April 2021\, the Center officially expanded with a two-acre retreat center in Napa Valley. The center’s ongoing events include an annual lu`au\, a Hawaiian film festival\, an arts and crafts gallery show\, a kaliko keiki camp\, hula gatherings\, land cultivation\, ‘ukulele classes\, hula classes\, and more.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/asian-zither/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Asian-Zither-FB-1080-x-1080-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR