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Hands-on workshops: Coconut leaf weaving and/or Lei making

One-day only! Pre-registration and payment required.

Experience the spirit of aloha with two immersive, hands-on workshops led by cultural artisans Mario Siatris and ʻUʻi Kahue, visiting from Lahaina, Maui. These master weavers will guide you through traditional Hawaiian practices using one of Moloka‘i’s most cherished natural materials—coconut fronds.

🌴 Workshop Options:

• Ulana Lau Niu (Coconut Leaf Weaving)

  Craft your own pāpale (coconut hat) with Mario Siatris

• Lei Wili (Braided Lei Making)

  Create a beautiful kupeʻe (wristlet) or lei poʻo (head lei) with ʻUʻi Kahue using haku (braided) techniques

Take home a unique, hand-crafted souvenir and help keep these cultural traditions alive.

Workshop Schedule (max 8 participants per session)

Pāpale Lau Niu (Coconut Hat Weaving) with Mario Siatris

• Morning: 9 am – 12 pm
• Afternoon: 1 pm – 4 pm

Lei Wili (Braided Lei Making) with ‘U’i Kahue

• Morning: 9 am – 12 pm
• Afternoon: 1 pm – 4 pm

Cost

$100 per person per workshop. Includes admission to the Fort, materials, and taxes.

Registration

Registration opens on Monday, June 9, 2025.

Email FTLtickets-billetsFTL@pc.gc.ca with:

• Your chosen workshop (Coconut hat weaving or Lei making)
• Preferred session (morning or afternoon)
• Your name and phone number
• Number of participants

We'll contact you within three business days to confirm your booking and process payment.

Space is limited. Register early to reserve your spot!

Additional Activities:

• Indigenous Artisan Market: All day from 10 am to 4:30 pm

  Explore unique, handcrafted items from Hawaiian artisans.

• Live Performance: Schedule coming soon

Enjoy the joyful sounds of the Langley Ukulele Ensemble, with hula dancing by Hālau Hula KaʻUhane O Ka Pākīpika.

Experience the final day of celebration with a vibrant lineup of activities! Join us for hands-on mini workshops, storytelling, cultural lessons, and lively performances.

Event highlights:

• Coconut weaving and lei-making demonstrations
• Storytelling with Auntie Kate
• 10-minute-long hula, Tahitian, and Hawaiian language lessons
• Live performances by Hui Hula O Saltspring and Hālau Hula KaʻUhane
• The Indigenous Artisan Market will be open all day.

Event schedule:

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Lei Wili (Lei Making) and ʻUlana Lau Niu (Coconut Weaving): Craft Tent, Lower Fort

10:15 AM – 10:45 AM

Hui Hula O Saltspring Dance Performance: Performance Tent

10:45 AM – 11:15 AM

Storytelling with Auntie Kate Roland: Centre Firepit

11:15 AM – 11:45 AM

Hālau KaʻUhane Dance Performance and Lesson: Performance Tent

12:00 PM – 12:30 PM

Hui Hula O Saltspring Dance Performance: Performance Tent

12:30 PM – 1:00 PM

Storytelling with Auntie Kate Roland: Centre Firepit

12:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Lei Wili (Lei Making) and ʻUlana Lau Niu (Coconut Weaving): Craft Tent, Lower Fort

2:30 PM – 3:15 PM

Hālau KaʻUhane Dance Performance & Lesson: Performance Tent

3:30 PM – 3:45 PM

Farm and Garden Talk: Garden Benches

4:00 PM – 4:15 PM

Hawaiian Exports Discussion with Interpreter Ann: Cooperage

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this joyful cultural gathering. Come soak up the spirit of aloha!

This event is proudly hosted in collaboration with the Spirit of the Pacific Cultural Society. Learn more about their programs, classes, and cultural offerings by visiting their website.