Past Events
2010
January 6 - "Kauai's Humpback Whales"
Jean Nishida Souza, Kauai Programs Coordinator of NOAA Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, gave a multi-media presentation on the biology, behavior, research, and conservation of Hawaii's endangered (and recovering) humpback whales.
February 24 - "The Marine National Monument"
Sheri Saari from the Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge discussed her recent stay at Papahanaumokukea Marine National Monument in the Northwest Hawaiian Islands.
March 24 - "Ipus and Gourds"
Sabra Kauka, Hawaiian Studies kumu, spoke on the ipu (Hawaiian gourd) which was brought to Hawai'i by the first people to arrive in double hulled canoes. She showed various types and demonstrated the use of the ipu heke (double gourd) used by hula practitioners.
March 31 - "The Riddle of the Reefs: Using Massive Corals to Decipher the History of El Nino Events In The Equatorial Pacific"
Speaker Dr. Graham Shimmield is President and Executive Director of the Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences in West Boothbay Harbor, Maine.
May 12 - "Save Our Seas (What's Under Water in Hanalei Bay)"
Biologist, Terry Lilley discussed Hawaii's oceans and the creatures that live there.
June 2 - "CERT-DISASTER PREPAREDNESS - Hurricane Season Begins June 1st!"
We were joined by the Princeville CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) to learn how to respond appropriately and effectively to events such as a hurricane or tsunami.
July 14 - "The Voyages of the Holopuni"
A talk & slide show was presented by Nick Beck, a founder of the Hanalei Hawaiian Civic Canoe Club and the Hawaiian Canoe Sailing Association. Nick was the first person in modern times to sail an outrigger canoe linking all the Hawaiian islands from hawaii to Niihau.
August 11 - "Meet The Author"
Author of Rainbows Over Kapa'a, Bill Fernandez, told of the five generations of his family who settled in the east side of Kaua’i in the little town of Kapa’a and eventually built the Roxy Theater.
September 8 - "Hale Halawai 'Ohana O Hanalei' "
A slide show of this organizations recent activities was shared.
October 13 - "The Kauai Museum"
Auntie Ihiihinui Kanealii spoke about the Kauai Museum which was celebrating its 50th Anniversary. The Kauai Museum is a non- profit, community focused museum, reflecting the culture, heritage, traditions, values, and achievements of Na Kanaka Maoli and immigrants of Kauai and Niihau.
November 16 - The Legislative Process'.
Suzanne Marinelli , Public Access Coordinator from Oahu, providde her annual workshop on the legislative process.
November 24 - "Unpeel the History of Bananas on Kauai"
Erik Burton spoke about the past, the present & the future of the
banana on Kauai.
2009
January 14 - “”The Monk Seals of Kaua'i”
Dr. Mimi Olry, Kaua'i Monk Seal Response Coordinator for Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) and National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and head of the Marine Mammal Stranding Network, shared a captivating look at Kaua'i's endangered monk seal population in a multi-media presentation of pictures and stories. She also talked about the Marine Mammal Stranding Network's Volunteer Response Program. Learn what role local volunteers are taking in the efforts to conserve this magnificent mammal and how, if you are interested, you can become a part of this program.
January 21 - “On the Strength of a Leaf - Lauhala, Its Uses and Cultural Significance ”
Sabra Kauka, Hawaiian Studies teacher and cultural practitioner, gave a presentation/demonstration on the ancient art of lauhala weaving and discuss its importance within the Hawaiian culture. The progam accompanied a new lauhala exhibit at the Princeville Library where hats, baskets, bracelets, and fans are on view.
February 11 - “A Photographic History of the North Shore ... Continued by Popular Request”
Jay Furfaro, Kaua'i County Councilman, and long time North Shore resident and past president of the Kauai Historical Society presented a continuation of the pictorial history of the North Shore he began at our Speaker Program in October 2008. Our audience of over 150 people clamored for more, as one hour was simply not enough time for the presentation. From ranching to sugar, coffee, and taro, these photos from the Gomez/Kaona family photo archives, along with Jay's expert narrative, provide a fascinating look into the rich history of the North Shore over the past 150 years.
March 11 - "La'au Lapa'au, The Ancient Art of Healing with Hawaiian Plants"
Ginger Saiki discussed various aspects of La'au Lapa'au, one Hawaii's traditional healing arts involving herbal medicine remedies. La'au Lapa'au has been applied to such ailments as high blood pressure, anemia, pain, stiffness and muscle pain, headaches and more.
May 13 - "The Colorful Reef Fish of Kauai - A Snorkelers Guide"
Monica Mira, author, artist, teacher, Speakerand marine conservationist, presented a multi-media program on identifying the many colorful fish encountered on and around Kauai's reefs.
June 10 - "The Container Gardening - Growing Your Own Food"
Jillian Seals, organic farmer, educator, and founder of the Kaua'i Farmers Coop and Seed to Table, gave a presentation on the "how to's" of container gardening, covering a broad range of gardening topics. We learned how to create edible zones within small spaces requiring low maintenance and care and grow our own herbs and vegetables with a minimum of space and effort!
July 8 - "Kilauea - the Story of Sugar Town"
Gary Smith, local resident and historian, talked about what it was like to grow up in Kilauea when sugar was king and the life of the community recolved around the plantation.
August - "THE PRIDE OF HAWAII, aka Cleopatra's Barge, the first royal yacht of the Hawaiian Kingdom"
John Lydgate, Publisher of The Pacific Journal and past President of the Kauai Historical Society, shared the fascinating story of Cleopatra’s Barge, the first royal yacht of the Hawaiian Kingdom. Today what remains of her lies at the bottom of Hanalei Bay. We heard John's accounting of what happened over 100 years ago.
September 9 - "Dreams Are Meaningful"
Dreams are Meaningful. You spend 1/3 of your life dreaming. Ruth Refakes, a longtime leader of dream groups on Kauai and the Mainland, offered insight into the world of dreams. Ruth shared techniques to help you tap into your inner wisdom as seen through your dreams.
October 14 - "Hawaiian Music"
Noel Brooks, former KKCR radio show host and Hawaiian music lover, will share his knowledge of traditional Hawaiian music.
November 4 - "Bonsai"
Lance Laney, speaker.
January 9 - “The Health of Hanalei Bay”
Terry Lilley, marine biologist with the Save Our Seas organization, and exciting guest speaker on Hawaiian sharks for the Library last June, gave a multi-media presentation about Hanalei Bay. He showed an underwater movie of the Hanalei reef illustrating damage to the coral and sea life, and discussed the effects of global warming and overdevelopment on the bay’s ecological systems. Attendees learned how parrotfish and waves shape our beaches, how invasive species can harm the reef, how rising sea levels can change the surf and affect valuable real estate along the bay, and get information on learning how to scuba dive and being part of a scientific reef monitoring group!
February - "The Albatrosses of Kauai"
Brenda Zaun , wildlife biologist for the Kauai National Wildlife Refuge Complex, and one of the library's most popular guest speakers, shared her extensive knowledge of these fascinating seabirds. Brenda was open to questions from the audience and gave an update on the albatrosses that nest on Kauai's North Shore.
March - "Invasive Species"
Speaker: Jackie Kozak - Kaua'i Community Outreach Coordinator for the Hawaii Invasive Species Committee (HISC), gave a timely talk on invasive plants and animals and their effects on Hawaii's fragile ecosystems. Her presentation included slides, artifacts, and information demonstrating the impacts, both current and potential, of invasive species on the island of Kaua'i. Attendees learned to recognize these threats to our precious island environment and found out what people can do to help prevent the spread of species that negatively affect our environment, health, economy, and way of life.
May - "Kauai's Geological Wonders - Waimea Canyon and Na Pali Coast"
Dr. Chuck Blay, PhD, author, geologist, naturalist, and educator, presented a look at the creation of the volcanic island of Kauai. His multi-media presentation focused especially on the formation of Waimea Canyon and the Na Pali Coast. These two wonders and many other geological aspects of Kauai were presented and discussed.
June - "Salt Making on Kauai an ancient tradition"
Ku'lea Santons, Kaua'i salt maker, gave a presentation on salt making on Kaua'i from ancient times to the present. The salt flats at Salt Pond Beach have been handed down through generations of Hawaiian families, and Kuulei's family continues the ancient tradition. Attendees learned how today's salt makers harvest this bounty from the sea and continue to keep the tradition alive.
August - "An Amazing Tale: Kauai's Remarkable Honu"
Don Heacock, Aquatic Biologist with Kauai's Department of Land and Natural Resources, gave an exciting multi-media presentation on Kauai's endangered sea turtle population. Don shared his extensive knowledge about the honu's biology, ecology, cultural and economic significance, and its amazing recovery from the brink of extinction.
September - "Native Hawaiian Plants Native Hawaiian Plants: Cornerstones for Ecological and Cultural Restoration"
Kawika Winter, director of Limahuli Garden and Preserve, discussed Limahuli's "Ha`ena Ahupua`a Project" and the important roles that native plants play in both ecological and cultural restoration. And Michael DeMotta, National Tropical Botanical Garden's Assistant Director of Living Collections and Horticulture, talked about the propagation of both common and rare native species, as well as the NTBG's other native plant restoration projects on Kauai'i.
October - "Kauai's North Shore: A Photographic History"
Jay Furfaro, long time North Shore resident and past president of the Kauai Historical Society presented a pictorial history of the north shore from the Gomez/Kaona family photo archives. From ranching to sugar, coffee, taro and hydroelectric, it was a fascinating journey through the past 150 years.
December - "The Laysan Albatrosses of Kauai"
Brenda Zaun , wildlife biologist for the Kauai National Wildlife Refuge Complex, and one of the library's most popular guest speakers, shared her extensive knowledge of these fascinating seabirds. Brenda was open to questions from the audience and gave an update on the albatrosses that nest on Kauai's North Shore.
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