HOMETOWN LEGENDS, from local filmmakers Nainoa Langer and Kolby Akamu Moser, documents five legendary Native Hawaiian kūpuna (elders) who are masters of their craft. These Hawai‘i Island legends represent paniolo (cowboys), lawai‘a (fishermen), po‘e ulana (lauhala weavers), pahu (drum) carvers and hoe wa‘a (canoe paddling) – and are leaders in cultural practices that were passed down from generations of their kūpuna. The filmmakers document their history, mea hana (craft), and kuleana (responsibility) as it was passed down to them, capturing stories about their ‘āina hānau (native land), adversities they’ve overcome and the lessons they believe are important to pass down to the next generation. Through their stories of resilience, we are reminded of what truly matters – identity, ‘ohana (family) and aloha ‘aina.

Join us for this FREE Pau Hana Thursday event on November 16. The reception will begin at 6pm and the documentary will begin at 7pm with a short Q&A following.