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The Honolulu Advertiser
Updated at 7:27 a.m., Saturday, July 26, 2008

Restoration Day celebration planned for Sunday

Advertiser Staff

Ka Pakaukau will be hosting an event to commemorate Ka La Ho'iho'i Ea

(Restoration Day), an official holiday celebrated during the Hawaiian

kingdom period, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at Thomas Square Park, mauka of the Blaisdell Center.

Organizers said the day-long event provides an opportunity for all to learn about

Hawai'i's hidden national holiday, why it is celebrated and why it's still

relevant in 21st century Hawai'i.

Live music performances include those by Ernie

Cruz Jr., Kupaaina, Oiwi, Jon Osorio and more.

Keiki activities include makahiki games, Hawaiian flag-making and face-painting.

Native Hawaiian cultural booths will provide information on health, environment, art,and current issues.