Are children allowed to participate?

Yes, children are welcome in most classes unless otherwise noted. Participants must be 12 years or older, and those under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Free Parking at Waikiki Community Center Free parking is available at 310 Paoakalani Avenue on a first-come, first-served basis. Enter through the second driveway (marked "ENTER") and park in any stall labeled "RESERVED" for WCC patrons.

Thursday, July 10

Lauhala Coasters with Leialoha

UNDER 16 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN

In this fun and beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn the art of lauhala weaving and create two beautiful coasters to take home.

By Waikiki Community Center

Date and time

Thursday, July 10 · 10:30am - 12:30pm HST. Doors at 11:30pm

Location

Waikiki Community Center

310 Paoakalani Avenue Room 203A Honolulu, HI 96815

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Free venue parking

Leialoha Mahuka – Lauhala Weaver & Cultural Practitioner

Leialoha Mahuka is a dedicated teacher and skilled weaver passionate about sharing her knowledge and culture with others. She does all the hard work— harvesting, cleaning, and preparing each piece of lauhala—so that students can fully immerse themselves in weaving.

Leialoha’s workshops offer a meaningful hands-on experience. Participants learn to transform lauhala strips into beautiful, one-of-a-kind pieces. Whether creating a bracelet to wear with pride or gifting a handmade treasure to a loved one, students leave with a deeper appreciation for this traditional Hawaiian craft.

What's Included:

All materials, including carefully harvested, cleaned, and prepped lauhala, are provided. Each student can make one bracelet.

*Sorry, classes are non-refundable.

Organized by

Waikiki Community Center

The Waikiki Community Center (WCC) provides crucial multigenerational services to better the lives of all Waikiki residents. From keiki to kupuna, WCC provides unparalleled support for anyone who needs it.

For over 37 years, WCC has served as a resource hub for the community. We are committed to strengthening the entire community by providing programs and services to individuals and families in-need. One of the biggest challenges facing community members in need is knowing where to get the help that will move them forward. WCC strives to make the available resources easy to access.