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Encyclopedia Smithsonian:Native American Quilts Smithsonian Institution Books About Native American Quilts& Related Topics Veteran'sQuilt, 1996 Ollie Napesni (Sioux) St. Francis, South Dakota. From the exhibition ToHonor and Comfort: Native Quilting Traditions I nformation or researchassistance regarding Native American quilts is frequently requested from the SmithsonianInstitution. The following information has been prepared to assist those interested inthis topic. Blackard, David M. 1990. Patchwork & Palmettos: Seminole/MiccosukeeFolk Art Since 1820. Fort Lauderdale, FL: Fort Lauderdale Historical Society. Wellillustrated catalog of an exhibit of patchwork, applique work, finger-weaving, beadwork,silver work, and dolls. Bradkin, Cheryl Greider. 1990. Basic Seminole Patchwork. MountainView, CA: Leone Publications. A "how to" book; well illustrated in color. Brandon, Reiko Mochinaga. n.d. The Hawaiian Quilt. Honolulu:Honolulu Academy of Arts. Well illustrated catalog of an exhibit of Hawaiian quilts thattraveled to several locations in Japan. The exhibit includes 37 historical quilts from thecollections of several Hawaiian museums and other institutions, plus 15 contemporaryquilts. Text in English and Japanese. Davis, Carolyn O'Bagy. 1997. Hopi Quilting: Stitched Traditions from anAncient Community. Tucson: Sanpete Publications. A well illustrated account of thehistory and traditions of quilt making among the Hopi. Hanisko, Dorothy. 1997. Simply Seminole: Techniques & Designs inQuilt Making. Lincolnwood, IL: The Quilt Digest Press. A well illustrated "howto" book with quilt projects based on Seminole patchwork. Jones, Stella M. rev. ed. 1995. Hawaiian Quilts. Honolulu:Daughters of Hawaii with Honolulu Academy of Arts & Mission House Museum. Includesphotographs of over fifty quilts from a 1973 exhibit, together with a reprint of a 1930monograph on the history of quilting in Hawaii. Kelley, Helen. 1987. Scarlet Ribbons: American Indian Techniques forToday's Quilters. Paducah, KY: American Quilter's Society. A well illustrated"how to" book for using traditional ribbonwork techniques in quilting. LeVally, Cleo. 1991. Cleo's Seminole: A Book of Seminole IndianPatchwork, with Clan Patterns. Healdton, OK: Cleo LeVally (407 East Texas). A"how to" book; spiral bound. MacDonald, Marsha L., and C. Kurt Dewhurst, editors. 1997. To Honor & Comfort: NativeQuilting Traditions . Santa Fe: Museum of New Mexico Press, in association withMichigan State University Museum. Large, well illustrated catalog of a traveling loanexhibition of Native American quilts organized by the Michigan State University Museum andthe National Museum of the American Indian. Mori, Joyce. 1993. Quilting Patterns from Native American Designs. Paducah, KY: American Quilter's Society. A well illustrated "how to" book.Staple bound. Mori, Joyce. 1995. Sample Quilt Blocks from Native American Designs. Paducah, KY: American Quilter's Society. Companion volume to the preceding book. Staplebound. Parker, Linda. 1997. Montana Star Quilts. Helena, MT: MontanaQuilts, Inc. This "how to" book includes over 90 full-page color photos ofIndian-made quilts, as well as instructions for ten different projects. Pulford, Florence. 1989. Morning Star Quilts. Los Altos, CA: LeonePublications. A well illustrated book on quilting among native women of the NorthernPlains, focusing on individual quilters on five reservations in North Dakota, SouthDakota, and Montana. Shaw, Robert. 1995. Quilts: A Living Tradition. Southport, CT: HughLauter Levin Associates, Inc. A very large hardcover book with many color illustrations.Discusses quilt history, as well as modern-day developments. Includes a chapter on NativeAmerican quilts and one on Hawaiian quilts. Prepared by the National Museum of the American Indian, in cooperation with the Public Inquiry Mail Service, Smithsonian Institution. 1/98 NOTE: This publication can be made availablein Braille or audio cassette. To obtain a copy in one of these formats, please call orwrite : Smithsonian Information Smithsonian Institution PO Box 37012 SI Building, Room 153, MRC 010 Washington, DC 20013-7012 202-633-1000 (voice); 202-357-1729 (TTY) e-mail: info@si.edu (Please provide postal address.) Native American FAQs || Encyclopedia Smithsonian Visitor Information and Associates' ReceptionCenter Public Inquiry Mail Service Smithsonian Institution

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EventGuide Hawaii - Big Island: Annual Events Overview Home About Contact Hawaii - EventGuide Horoscopes Event Tickets Hawaii Tours EventGuide > Hawaii Events Greater Hawaii - Big Island Annual Events Greater Hawaii - Big Island has festivities taking place all through the year including concerts, festivals, fairs and sporting events. JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC The list below presents an overview of the major events in the Hawaii - Big Island area. January PGA MasterCard Championship Golf Tournament Watch the pros play in this 18 hole, par 72 golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus. Last year's purse was $1.5 million. Located at the Hualalai Resort Golf Club, Kaupulehu-Kona, Hawaii. Call (800) 417-2770 for more information. Annual Stan Cann Classic The Hawaii Island Paddlesports Association hosts this annual OC - 1/surfski canoe race at Hilo Bay. This is a great race for novice paddlers. The courses run from the bayfront to outside the breakwater. Call (808) 969-6695 for information. Hula Kahiko Series Come out and watch the Hula Halau as they present artistic and cultural dances that have been handed down through generations. These free outdoor presentations are held in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, located on the Big Island of Hawai'i, on Highway 11, approximately 30 miles south of Hilo. Call (808) 985-6000 for information. February Annual Hilo Chinese New Year Festival Join the fun in this celebration of the Chinese New Year. Food, arts and crafts, entertainment, kids activities and lion dances will keep you going. Located in Kalakaua Park. Call (808) 933-9772 for more information. Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival Enjoy arts and crafts, parades, food, Taiko drums, bon dancing, karaoke, hula cherry blossom art and much more in this annual festival honoring the janpanese culture. Located in Waimea. Call (808) 961-8706 for more information. Waimea Town Celebration Celebrates Captain Cook's arrival with two days of sporting events, from canoe racing to a marathon. Carnival fun includes Hawaiian food, lei-making and ukulele contests. Call (808) 335-2824 or (808) 338-9975 for more information. March Annaul Tahiti Fte of Hilo Come out and watch the finest in Tahitian dancing. At least 20 Polynesian dance companies (halau) are expected along with 250 solo dancers from various dance companies. Arts and crafts and food from Tahitian and local artisans will be available. Polynesian island guest performers will highlight this event. Located at at the Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium in Hilo. Admission is $12 a day or $25 for the Weekend Pass. Call (808) 935-3002 for more information. Kona Brewers Festival The second Saturday in March brings opportunity to sample the best of local beer at a festival including live music, fire dancing, fashion, food, and an award ceremony for best home brew. Located at the Kona Beach Hotel, Palani Road. Call (808) 331-3033 for more information. Annual Stampede Rodeo Hawaiis ranchers, known as paniolos, started their annual rodeo on the Big Island more than 35 years ago. Admission is free for the two-day, action-packed event. Located at Route 160 & Hale O Keawe Road. Call (808) 323-2388 for more information. April The Annual Merrie Monarch Festival Enjoy a festival of cultural events beginning with a Ho`olaule'a, music, food and fun. Also included in this week-long festival is a free hula exhibition night, ancient and modern hula competitions and a parade through Hilo. Call (808) 935-9168 for more information. Celebration of the Arts Held in the Ritz-Carlton Kapalua, this festival features artistic works, workshops, and other entertainment. Admission is free. Located at One Ritz-Carlton Drive. Call (808) 669-6200 for more information. Earth Day Hoolauea & Luau Earth Awareness Week brings ecology focus, live music, food stands and cultural displays. Admission is free. Located at Vidinha Stadium, on Queen Kapule Road. Call (808) 828-0297 for more information. May Keauhou Kona Triathlon This annual triathlon is a half ironman distance race held on the Kona Coast of the Big Island of Hawaii. It includes a 1.2 mile swim in Kailua Bay, a 56 mile bike starting at Kailua Pier and going up Kuakini Highway to Queen Kaahumanu Highway and a 13.1 mile run from the Ohana Keauhou Beach Resort along Alii Drive and back. Call (808) 329-0601 for more information. Annual International Festival of the Pacific Celebrating Japanese influences on Hawaii culture, highlights include a Lantern Parade, craft and food festival, and a Japanese tea ceremony at the Tea House at Liliuokalani Park. Admission is free. Events over four months end in August. Located in Downtown Hilo. Call (808) 934-0177 for more information. Orchid Show This annual Mother's Day Orchid Show and Sale is hosted by the Kona Orchid Society. Educational sessions are scheduled. Located at Hale Halawai on Alii Drive. Free to the public. Call (808) 322-8817 for more information. June King Kamehameha Day Celebration Floral Parade Come out and celebrate this annual event. Colorful floral floats, glamorous Pa`u riders, marching bands along with free entertainment, crafts, and food. Call (808) 989-8282 for more information. Annual International Festival of the Pacific Celebrating Japanese influences on Hawaii's culture, highlights include a Lantern Parade, food festival, craft demonstrations, contests, and a Japanese tea ceremony at the Tea House at Liliuokalani Park. Admission is free. Events end in August. Downtown Hilo. Call (808) 934-0177 for more information. Annual WaikiI Music Festival For two days, the Waiki'i Ranch hosts visitors from all over as Hawaii's best performers showcase talents. Artists set up booths, and local food is plentiful at concessions. The event benefits North Hawaii Community Hospital and North Hawaii Hospice. Saddle Road. Call (808) 883-2077 for more information. July Concert in the Sky Thousands head to Vidinha Stadium to celebrate the Fourth of July. Top restaurants provide food, Hawaiian celebrities entertain, and events throughout the day are capped by a fireworks finale. Proceeds benefit hospice. Queen Kapule Road. Call (808) 634-9100 for more information. Parker Ranch Fourth of July Rodeo Parker Ranch, Hawaiis largest working ranch near the town of Waimea (Kamuela), hosts paniolos in roping and riding competition. Horse races, food and entertainment add to the fun. 66-1304 Mamalahoa Highway. Call (808) 885-2303 for more information. Annual International Festival of the Pacific Celebrating Japanese influences on Hawaii's culture, highlights include a Lantern Parade, food festival, craft demonstrations, contests, and a Japanese tea ceremony at the Tea House at Liliuokalani Park. Admission is free. Events end in August. Downtown Hilo. Call (808) 934-0177 for more information. World Billfish Challenge Held over two weeks in July, for three tournament divisions: Light Tackle, Heavy Tackle and Total Release. Billfish events promote conservation through "tag and release" programs. Kailua Pier. Call (866) 922-4294 for more information. August Puukohola Heiau Cultural Festival, Kawaihae Join in the celebration of King Kamehameha's temple. Festivities include hula, lei making and other traditional demonstrations. Call (808) 882-7218 for more information. Annual International Festival of the Pacific Celebrating Japanese influences on Hawaii's culture, highlights include a Lantern Parade, food festival, craft demonstrations, and a Japanese tea ceremony at the Tea House at Liliuokalani Park. Free admission. Downtown Hilo. Call (808) 934-0177 for more information. Ka Hoolaa O Na Alii Join others at Halemaumau Crater, the home of the goddess of volcanes, for The Aloha Festivals Royal Court Investiture. In this ceremony, the royal monarchs will be adorned with symbols of royalty to the sounds of ceremonial chant and hula honoring Hawaii's noble heritage. Call (808) 885-7786 for more information. September Historic Waimea Walking Tour The West Kauai Technology and Visitor Center showcases what the island was like before civilization. Tours focus on West Kauai's colorful past including impact of Captain Cook's historic landing. Free admission. 9565 Kaumuali'i Highway. Call (808) 338-1332 for more information. Aloha Festivals Paniolo Parade Honor Hawaii's oldest ranching community by joining in the festivites which include floats, marching bands, and Pau Riders. Call (808) 885-7786 for more information. Aloha Festivals Hilo Hoolaulea Join more than 10,000 people at the Aloha Festivals block party celebration. The festivities include dancing, entertainment, ethic foods and Hawaiian arts and crafts. Call (808) 935-5461 for more information. October Aloha Festival Kauai The Aloha Festival comes to Kaua'i before wrapping up in Maui. Festivities include a parade and street fair. Hawaii's largest festival, more than 50 years old, has a different theme each year. Free admission. Call (808) 589-1771 for more information. Hana Fishing Tournament The boat fishing begins at 5 am and the shoreline fishing begins at 7 am. The Hana Play Day, for the kids, starts at 11 am and includes various games and kayaking. The adult Play Day starts at 1pm and includes coconut husking and net throwing. Call (808) 248-7758 for more information. Hana Lei and Floral Show Enjoy the colorful blossoms of the local flowers and learn how to make them grow at this annual floral show. Call (808) 248-7002 for more information. November Kona Coffee Cultural Festival The annual Kona Coffee Cultural Festival is Hawaiis oldest food festival, bringing locals together while attracting hundreds of visitors to celebrate Konas famous harvest at more than 30 community events. Call (808) 326-7820 for more information. Waimea Ukulele & Slack Key Guitar institute A Friday night concert begins an intensely musical weekend at the Kahilu Theatre with workshops, master classes, kanikapila and lecture demonstrations led by featured artists. Beginners are welcome to immerse in Hawaiian music. Call (808) 885-6017 for more information. King of the Hawaiian Islands Boxing Grand Championships Check out several contenders at this annual boxing event. Tickets required for admission. Call (808) 322-0664 for more information. December Aloha Festival Hawaii After starting elsewhere in late August, Hawaii's biggest festival comes to the Big Island at the end of September. Activities include a parade and hula exhibition, and this giant street party unfolds at various locales, attracting crowds with free entertainment. Multiple Big Island locations. Call (808) 589-1770 for more information. Peamans Post Pig-Out Plunge Biathlon The Peaman Biathlon series takes participants ready for the challenge on a 1.3-mile swim from the pier at the King Kamehameha Hotel in Kona. Held on Sunday after Thanksgiving, the timed event has no entry fee and no awards. Alii Drive and Palani Road. Call (808) 324-7327 for more information. Traditional Mochi Pounding For New Year Join in this traditional Japanese practice of mochitsuki, where a sweet paste is prepared and eaten for a sweet new year. Activities to celebrate throughout the day. Call (808) 963-6422 or more information. 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