Mālama Hawai‘i

CALENDAR - Mālama Hawai‘i

Calendar of Events

2008

MAY

Thu., 5/1
Teacher Workshop: Navigating Change and Aloha Aina
A Workshop for Educators in Celebration of the International Year of the Reef

What: A workshop for Grades 4, 5, and 7 educators
Where: Moku o Lo'e (Coconut Island) Hawai'i Institute of Marine Biology

When: June 12, 2008

Workshops will provide teachers:
Updated standards-based educational materials that focus on the marine environment and integrate Hawaiian culture with science, math, and language arts (Grades 4-5 Navigating Change and Grade 7 Aloha Aina)
A teacher's guide with lesson plans, student activity sheets, rubrics, CDs, a DVD, and other resources
Hands-on sessions to try the activities with other educators
A preview of field sites on Moku o Lo'e
Lunch

Registration Deadline: May 30, 2008

To register or for more information, contact the Pacific American Foundation at (808) 263-0081 or email Maura O'Connor at mauraoc@hawaii.rr.com. Space is limited, so register early.

Thu., 5/1
Ocean Art Contest for Students
Coastal America is sponsoring a national ocean art contest open to all
students from grades K-12. The contest also includes a category for
college and university students. The purpose of the contest is to enhance
public awareness of the importance of the ocean through visual expression
and by incorporating one of the seven "Essential Principles of Ocean
Literacy". The winning artwork will be displayed at the Smithsonian's
National Museum of Natural History in time for the opening of The Ocean
Hall. To learn more about the contest, and to find out how to enter, visit
the contest website. Entries are due by May 30, 2008.
More information is available at
http://www.coastalamerica.gov/2008artcontest_rules.html.

Thu., 5/1
Hanauma Bay Thursday Evening Lecture (Oahu)
"Tsunami's: The Great Waves" by Dr. Gerard Fryer,
Geophysicist, NOAA Pacific Tsunami Warning Center

Where: Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve theater
Costs: Free and open to the public
Time: 6:30-7:30 pm

Parking free after 5:30 pm
For more info, call 397-5840, or email: hanauma@hawaii.edu

Fri., 5/2
Seasons and the Sea
6pm to 7:30pm

Come celebrate the International Year of the Reef through Hawaiian cultural traditions. On this evening, the sun will set, not into the sea, but into the crater of Pu'u o Kapolei! This event marks the beginning of the season of warmth, or Kau. Halau mele will lead this event through chant, hula, and mo'olelo (stories). There will also be traditional fishing artifacts on display and activities.

Event is free. Bring mats or low beach chairs and sunglasses. No alcohol allowed. For more information, call: Waikiki Aquarium Education at 220-9011.

Sponsored by the Waikiki Aquarium/University of Hawai'i, Hawai'i Tourism Authority, and Malama Hawai'i.

Wed., 5/7
National Tropical Botanical Garden Brown Bag Lecture:
12-1pm in Harrison Education Center (3530 Papalina Road, Kalaheo) with Molly Nepokroeff is an Associate Professor in the Biology Department at the University of South Dakota Phylogeography of Hawaiian Schiedea: Detours on the Family Tree

Phylogeography as a recent discipline in biology examines the flow of genes within populations in both space and time. Phylogeography draws on both population genetics and phylogenetic approaches to describe the genetic structure of lineages below the species level, and has applications in taxonomy, ecology, conservation, and epidemiology. In plants, many processes can confound the understanding of both species boundaries and historical structure of populations. In this talk, Dr. Nepokroeff will illustrate these ideas with examples from the endemic Hawaiian plant genus Schiedea (Caryophylllaceae, carnation family). Schiedea is a lineage of 34 species endemic to the Hawaiian islands, of which 15 taxa are listed as endangered or threatened, the largest proportion of endangered taxa for any species-rich lineage on the Hawaiian islands.

For more information contact outreach@ntbg.org or 332-7234, ext.228

Thu., 5/8
Hanauma Bay Thursday Evening Lectures (Oahu)
"Hawai'i Surf Research and Summer Forecasting" by Pat Caldwell, Oceanographer, NOAA Oceanographic Data Center

Where: Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve theater
Costs: Free and open to the public
Time: 6:30-7:30 pm

Parking free after 5:30 pm
For more info, call 397-5840, or email: hanauma@hawaii.edu

Sat., 5/10
"Water Education for Teachers" workshop (Maui)
The Hawaii Nature Center, Iao Valley is proud to offer a free Project WET Teacher workshop on Saturday, May 10 from 9am to 3pm. Participants will earn the Project WET curriculum guide at the end of the workshop. This will be fun filled day of great information and many hands-on activities. Including guest speakers, such as Kat Lui from the East Maui Watershed Partnership. Lunch and refreshments will be provided too.

Project WET (Water Education for Teachers) is an award-winning, nonprofit water education program and publisher. The program facilitates and promotes awareness, appreciation, knowledge, and stewardship of water resources through the dissemination of classroom-ready teaching aids.

The Hawaii Nature Center, located in Iao Valley on Maui, has rustic, overnight facilities available free of charge to off-island workshop participants.

This workshop is supported by the Atherton Family Foundation, State of Hawaii Department of Health Safe Drinking Water Branch and The Environmental Protection Agency

The Hawaii Nature Center is located at 875 Iao Valley Road, Wailuku, Maui. For more information contact Jay Franey, Maui Program Manager at the Hawaii Nature Center at 244-6500 ext 22, or email jay@hawaiinaturecenter.org.

Thu., 5/15
Hanauma Bay Thursday Evening Lecture
"Guardian of the Sea: Tales of Hawai'i Fishermen from the 1900's" by Author, John Clark

Where: Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve theater
Costs: Free and open to the public
Time: 6:30-7:30 pm

Parking free after 5:30 pm
For more info, call 397-5840, or email: hanauma@hawaii.edu

Sat., 5/17
Family Workshop: Terrific Terrariums (Oahu)
At the Hawaii Nature Center
Come into the forest as we explore the plants and animals that live there. Recreate the splendor in miniature as you put together your own beautiful terrarium. Bring a clear one gallon container or jar (glass or plastic).
Time: 1:30-3:30 pm
Program Type: Family
Age: 3 years and up
Fee: $14.00-Non-member parent/child team
For more information please contact: Pauline Kawamata, Volunteer Program Manager, 955-0100, ext. 18

Tue., 5/20
Workshop: Ecology, Restoration, and Management of Hawaiian Stream and Riparian Systems
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Engineer Research and Development Center, is sponsoring a workshop addressing the ecology, management, and restoration of Hawaiian stream and riparian ecosystems. The intent is to bring together agency, organization, and university personnel representing a broad array of disciplines to (a) present the current state of the art and science for restoration of Hawaiian systems, (b) identify gaps in knowledge, (c) improve communication and coordination among interested parties, and (d) develop means by which the restoration and management of these systems can be improved.

Dates: 20-22 May 2008

Location: Windward Community College, Oahu, Hale Akoakoa, Rooms 103 & 105

Cost: No charge for attending

Registration: You must register for this workshop to attend. To pre-register, please send an email with your name, affiliation, and contact information to:

Dr. Richard A. Fischer:
Richard.A.Fischer@usace.army.mil

Wed., 5/21
Lecture: Lehua: A priority islet for conservation (Kauai)
The National Tropical Botanical Garden's lecture series continues with a presentation on conservation and restoration efforts on the islet of Lehua by NTBG Assistant Director of Living Collections and Horticulture Mike DeMotta. The lecture will be offered on Wednesday, May 21st at 6 p.m. in the Harrison Chandler Education Center at NTBG Headquarters (3530 Papalina Road, Kalaheo). Attendance is free.

In this lecture, DeMotta will present slides showing the flora and fauna of Lehua and discuss the importance of NTBG's role in plant restoration as an integral part of the overall Lehua project.

For more information, contact Lea Taddonio, Community Outreach Coordinator at 332-7324, Ext. 228 or outreach@ntbg.org.

Thu., 5/22
Hanauma Bay Thursday Evening Lecture (Oahu)
"Hurricanes Facts, Myths, and Preparedness" by Jim Weyman, Director, NOAA Central Pacific Hurricane Center

Where: Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve theater
Costs: Free and open to the public
Time: 6:30-7:30 pm

Parking free after 5:30 pm
For more info, call 397-5840, or email: hanauma@hawaii.edu

Sat., 5/24
Connecting Children and Nature Community Forum
May 24, 2008
8:30 am - Noon
Doubletree Alana Hotel Waikiki
Honolulu

You are invited to attend a community forum meeting to discuss how Hawai'i can become a model for connecting children and nature. This meeting is being convened by Arbor Day Foundation (www.arborday.org) and Dimensions Educational Research Foundation (www.dimensionsfoundation.org) to raise community awareness and interest in efforts to connect children with nature and to improve the quality of early childhood experiences and children's health.

Research shows that when children have regular contact with nature they learn and grow better...physically, developmentally and in relationship to the natural world. Studies document numerous benefits children gain from spending time outdoors including: increased math and science skills; improved observation skills; enhanced balance, coordination, agility and other large motor skills; and improved concentration, even among children with behavioral challenges.

Nature education is a way of helping the environment, bringing families and children together in healthy activities, reasserting the importance of free play in children's lives, and encouraging more physical activities to combat the growing obesity problem in children.

Our vision is to increase the connections between children and nature in backyards, neighborhoods, public spaces and educational settings as a means of enhancing early childhood education, public school education, family health and well-being, lifelong learning, community revitalization and environmental stewardship.

Dimensions Foundation Executive Director, Nancy Rosenow, and Arbor Day Foundation Chief Executive, John Rosenow, will be the guest speakers at the May 24th meeting. They will describe the initiatives of demonstration sites and present a set of principles that can guide deliberations and strategies.

This forum has been made possible through generous support from Doubletree Hotels.

Please complete the registration on-line by going to www.arborday.org/hawaiiforum. Please feel free to call or e-mail Lana Gilson at 402-873-8709 or lgilson@arbordayfarm.org if you would like an e-mail version or if you have questions.

Sat., 5/24
To Honor Mau: Public Reading and Book Signing (Maui)
You are invited to the public reading and book signing of, "To Honor Mau: The Voyage of Hokulea Through Micronesia" by Gary T. Kubota, Kaimana Barcarse, and James Hadde.

When: Saturday, May 24th from 6:30pm to 8pm.
Where: Pioneer Inn in Lahaina, Maui

With readings by: writer Gary Kubota
Hawaiian cultural expert Ed Lindsey
Hawaiian Immersion teacher Liko Rogers
Theatre director Kim Compoe
Hawaiian Immersion students/Lahinaluna High School

Books and photographs of the voyage will be sold after the reading. Part of the proceeds will go to benefit the Polynesian Voyaging Society. For orders, contact Gary at 268-3918 or PacificRenaissancePress@hotmail.com

Mon., 5/26
Hanauma Bay Thursday Night Event
"Have you ever wondered what lives in the water around our small offshore islets" by Dr. Steve Coles, Research Zoologist, Bishop Museum, Department of Natural Science
Where: Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve theater
Time: 6:30-7:30 pm
Costs: Free and open to the public
Parking free after 5:30 pm
For more info, call 397-5840, or email: hanauma@hawaii.edu

Thu., 5/29
Hanauma Bay Thursday Evening Lecture (Oahu)
"The Next Generation of Coastal and High Seas Marine Weather Products and Forecasts for Boaters and other Ocean Users" by Ray Tanabe, Warning Coordination Meteorologist, National Weather Service Forecast Office Honolulu

Where: Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve theater
Costs: Free and open to the public
Time: 6:30-7:30 pm

Parking free after 5:30 pm
For more info, call 397-5840, or email: hanauma@hawaii.edu

Sat., 5/31
Entries for Hawaii's Living Reef Awards
A CALL FOR ENTRIES FOR HAWAII'S LIVING REEF AWARDS TO HONOR GROUPS AND INDIVIDUALS THAT PROMOTE REEF ECOSYSTEM HEALTH

The Living Reef Awards Program was created as a way to honor businesses, organizations and community leaders who have, through their actions, gone above and beyond to care for our coral reefs. We want to honor and encourage positive behaviors that will protect and nurture this life-giving natural resource.

Nominees must have implemented programs and activities to conserve coral reefs between January 1, 2007 and December 31, 2007. The awards are open to all Hawaii-based organizations that fit the nomination criteria. We have developed a new category this year to recognize individuals who have devoted a lifetime to caring for our ocean resources. We are seeking nominations from representatives of organizations and businesses in Hawaii.

Nomination Categories
Commercial division

Ocean Recreation Business (Businesses who specialize in diving, snorkeling, kayaking, or other ocean-related activities)

Travel/Tourism Businesses (Businesses that offer services to tourists such as hotels, destination attractions, transport, etc.)

Commercial/Retail Business (All other commercial organizations)

Non-commercial division

Government Agency (All federal, state, and local government agencies that are not focused on education)

Education (Organizations or individuals whose primary function is to offer education services)

Non-Governmental Organizations (Organizations or individuals representing organizations)

If you were a winner last year congratulations! 2007 winners will not be eligible for nomination this year.

For a nomination form please email livingreefnomination@gmail.com. Deadline to send in completed forms is May 31, 2008.

2008

JUNE

Thu., 6/5
Hanauma Bay Thursday Night Event
"Northwestern Hawaiian Islands Lobster Population Biology" by Dr. Joe O'Malley, Research Associate, National Marine Fisheries Services Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center and University of Hawai'i, Hawai'i Institute of Marine Biology Graduate Student

Where: Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve theater
Costs: Free and open to the public
Time: 6:30-7:30 pm
Parking free after 5:30 pm
For more info, call 397-5840, or email: hanauma@hawaii.edu

Thu., 6/12
Hanauma Bay Thursday Night Event
"Marine Ornamentals" by Dr. Charles Laidley, Director Finfish Department, Oceanic Institute

Where: Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve theater
Costs: Free and open to the public
Time: 6:30-7:30 pm
Parking free after 5:30 pm
For more info, call 397-5840, or email: hanauma@hawaii.edu

Thu., 6/12
Teacher Workshop: Navigating Change and Aloha Aina
A Workshop for Educators in Celebration of the International Year of the Reef

What: A workshop for Grades 4, 5, and 7 educators
Where: Moku o Lo'e (Coconut Island) Hawai'i Institute of Marine Biology

When: June 12, 2008

Workshops will provide teachers:
Updated standards-based educational materials that focus on the marine environment and integrate Hawaiian culture with science, math, and language arts (Grades 4-5 Navigating Change and Grade 7 Aloha Aina)
A teacher's guide with lesson plans, student activity sheets, rubrics, CDs, a DVD, and other resources
Hands-on sessions to try the activities with other educators
A preview of field sites on Moku o Lo'e
Lunch

Registration Deadline: May 30, 2008

To register or for more information, contact the Pacific American Foundation at (808) 263-0081 or email Maura O'Connor at mauraoc@hawaii.rr.com. Space is limited, so register early.

Sun., 6/15
Family Workshop: Pooters, Nets and Magnifiers (Oahu)
At the Hawaii Nature Center
Budding entomologists will learn how to use the tools of the trade as they crawl through a grassy field, scout the forest floor and skim the stream in search of our many-legged friends. Make personalized pooters (insect catchers) to bring home for future bug hunts.
Time: 1:30-3:30 pm
Program Type: Family
Age: 5 years and up
Fee: $14.00-Non-member parent/child team

For more information please contact: Pauline Kawamata, Volunteer Program Manager, 955-0100, ext. 18

Thu., 6/19
Hanauma Bay Thursday Night Event
"A Day in the Life of Manini" by Dr. Ross Langston, Department of Natural Sciences, Windward Community College
Where: Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve theater
Time: 6:30-7:30 pm
Costs: Free and open to the public
Parking free after 5:30 pm
For more info, call 397-5840, or email: hanauma@hawaii.edu

Sun., 6/29
Family Workshop: Tree-mendous Trees (Oahu)
At the Hawaii Nature Center
Join us on a visit with living giants of the forest, those magnificent trees! We'll meet them on a short hike and tell tall tales. We'll even make homemade paper using materials collected from our forest friends!
Time: 1:30-3:30 pm
Program Type: Family
Age: 3 years and up
Fee: $14.00-Non-member parent/child team
For more information please contact: Pauline Kawamata, Volunteer Program Manager, 955-0100, ext. 18.

2008

JULY

Sat., 7/5
Family Workshop: The Great Makiki Geocache Adventure (Oahu)
At the Hawaii Nature Center
Join us as we embark on an adventure of fun and adventure. Geocaching is the name of the game as we use our GPS to locate the hidden treasures in Makiki. Check out www.geocaching.com to see what the challenge is all about!
Time: 9:00 am-noon
Program Type: Family
Age: 6 years and up
Fee: $14.00-Non-member parent/child team
For more information please contact: Pauline Kawamata, Volunteer Program Manager, 955-0100, ext. 18.

Sun., 7/13
Family Workshop: Stream Splorations (Oahu)
At the Hawaii Nature Center
Spend an afternoon discovering the joys of a fresh water mountain stream. Design your own boat, feed a Tahitian prawn, and dunk your toes in miniature bubbling waterfalls! It promises to be a splashin' good time for all!
Time: 1:30-3:30 pm
Program Type: Family
Age: 3 years and up
Fee: $14.00-Non-member parent/child team
For more information please contact: Pauline Kawamata, Volunteer Program Manager, 955-0100, ext. 18.

Tue., 7/29
Hawaii Conservation Conference (Oahu)
The annual Hawai'i Conservation Conference (HCC), presented by the Hawai'i Conservation Alliance, is the largest gathering of people actively involved in the protection and management of the natural environment in Hawai'i and the Pacific Region. The conference facilitates interaction among natural resource managers, the scientific community and the general public. This is an annual opportunity to share experiences and ideas on a wide range of conservation issues affecting Hawai'i and the Pacific. The theme of the 16th Annual Hawai'i Conservation Conference is Island Ecosystems: The Year of the Reef. Although the 2008 theme commemorates the International Year of the Reef, all aspects of science and management of island ecosystems - terrestrial and marine - will be covered.

To register or for more information, please visit: http://hawaiiconservation.org/register.asp