New Festival to stimulate economy
The Garden Island
Musician turned businesswoman Ilima Rivera aims to use her multiple talents to help stimulate the local economy thiis summer by organizing a two day cultural festival next month at Kukui Grove Center.
Kauai Kau Wela will include Hawaiian and Tahitian crafts and dance competitions, which she said will likely attract both kamaaina and visitors.
“With the way the economy is on Kauai, I decided to start the 1st Annual Kauai Kau Wela Festival” she said, claiming it was something she actually dreamed of doing long ago. “It only helps Kauai grow and will draw more people to the island.”
The 1st Annual Kauai Kau Wela Festival will be held July 10, from 12:30 pm to 8:30pm and July 11 from 10am to 4:30pm.
To register for a booth or to participate in the dance competition, call Rivera at 822-5929. Deadline for applications is July 1.