We saw a wide array of lei adorning many of our beautiful dancers. The lei is synonymous with the Hawaiian culture. And bringing this timeless tradition to our festival was our beloved Hadassah, coming all the way from the islands...
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Local Vendors Show Their Aloha Spirit
Our third post in the Aloha Coffee & Cultural Festival series brings to you our much appreciated vendors. While the assortment of vendors was vast, there was a shared presence of Aloha woven through each booth, nurturing the feeling of 'Ohana, felt even by those new to Red Dirt.
We saw a wide array of lei adorning many of our beautiful dancers. The lei is synonymous with the Hawaiian culture. And bringing this timeless tradition to our festival was our beloved Hadassah, coming all the way from the islands...
We saw a wide array of lei adorning many of our beautiful dancers. The lei is synonymous with the Hawaiian culture. And bringing this timeless tradition to our festival was our beloved Hadassah, coming all the way from the islands...
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Sharing the Aloha Spirit through Song and Dance
To continue our coverage of Red Dirt's 2nd Annual Aloha Coffee & Cultural Festival, this week we take a look at the day's entertainment. There were beautiful performances from a variety of Halaus, both local and from afar, as well as musical talents that brought melodic island sounds to our celebration.
We first take a look at Jackye and Paul's dear friends from back home: Tina's Ports of Paradise (accompanied here by Joe from Island Creations)...
We first take a look at Jackye and Paul's dear friends from back home: Tina's Ports of Paradise (accompanied here by Joe from Island Creations)...
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Spreading the Aloha Spirit
On Sunday, October 23rd, there were no strangers at the Heritage Square Park in Arroyo Grande, CA. The owners of Red Dirt Coffee House made sure of that! Hosting Red Dirt's 2nd Annual Aloha Coffee and Cultural Festival, Jackye and Paul, with the help of countless family and friends, brought the spirit of Aloha and the tradition of 'Ohana to our quiet little town.
If you missed it, here is a brief glimpse at what is sure to become a yearly tradition for many (this will be the first in a series of posts, each highlighting a different aspect of the festival)...
Long before the first steps were taken to plan the Aloha Coffee and Cultural Festival, Red Dirt Coffee House embraced Hawaiian traditions and culture. 'Ohana, the tradition of family, made its way into our coffee shop from the moment we opened our doors. Loyal customers quickly became dear friends who then grew into our very own 'Ohana. Offering Hawaiian inspired drinks and delicacies, live Hawaiian music, and Baristas that treat each customer like family, Red Dirt has epitomized the spirit of Aloha.
Wanting to share these blessings with others, Jackye envisioned a day that would celebrate the Hawaiian culture, through song, dance, food, and Aloha.
If you missed it, here is a brief glimpse at what is sure to become a yearly tradition for many (this will be the first in a series of posts, each highlighting a different aspect of the festival)...
Long before the first steps were taken to plan the Aloha Coffee and Cultural Festival, Red Dirt Coffee House embraced Hawaiian traditions and culture. 'Ohana, the tradition of family, made its way into our coffee shop from the moment we opened our doors. Loyal customers quickly became dear friends who then grew into our very own 'Ohana. Offering Hawaiian inspired drinks and delicacies, live Hawaiian music, and Baristas that treat each customer like family, Red Dirt has epitomized the spirit of Aloha.
Wanting to share these blessings with others, Jackye envisioned a day that would celebrate the Hawaiian culture, through song, dance, food, and Aloha.
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