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During the three-day event, “INSPIRE” at- tendees were immersed in cultural topics such as Hawaiian history, Hawaiian language, hula, ‘ukulele, Hawaiian crafts, lei-making, and Makahiki Games from kumu Kevin Brown, Ikaika Brown, Vincent Iokimo Souza, Cece Cullen, Loke Mokiao, Charles Herring and Le-
Where Doors Open, Close
There always seems to be something shutting down and something else taking its place. Con- sider that while the doors have closed for two of David Chang’s restaurants — Moon Palace and Majordomo at The Venetian — the door has also opened for a new eatery within the casino’s Palazzo tower. Chef Tetsuya Wakuda
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A Chance To ‘INSPIRE’ Youth
Youth are served on the Ninth Island, thanks to Island eNVy’s “INSPIRE” — a new program that kicked off this summer. By welcoming 125 students entering grades 6-12, the program promotes healthy lifestyles and provides resources, including opportunities for Native Hawaiian/Pacific Is- lander cultural enrichment and education. This program was the vision of Island eNVy director Malcolm Ahlo, originally from Wai‘anae, who attended Explorations. He wanted to bring a similar program to the students here on the mainland — pupils who have not been exposed to important cultural aspects while growing up.
vani Hao. Each student was gifted a Kala brand ‘ukulele along with an Island eNVy backpack to hold their binders and notes for class curric- ulum. They were treated each day to local-style meals provided by local restaurants.
has been approved to start construction on the smaller boutique property, which is scheduled to open in 2024. This addition to the Strip will be located on a 5-acre lot next to the Harley-Da- vidson store.
On the final day, they showcased what they learned for their ʻohana, followed by a lū‘au din- ner. One of the Island eNVy coordinators, Maile Ae, shared, “There were chicken-skin moments and tears of pride watching the students perform as one lāhui, our next generation!”
Island eNVy’s “INSPIRE” program provides students entering grades 6-12 with cultural enrichment and education. PHOTO COURTESY MAILE AE
A door, or rather several doors, are also clos- ing on the Strip. The Hawaiian Marketplace and Cable Center shops were purchased for $172 million by Gindi Capital. Gindi, which also owns the Showcase Mall, is planning to give a much-needed makeover to the area to include retail, restaurants and entertainment. The prop- erty next door to this is in the process of being sold to Golden Nugget owner Tilman Fertitta, who plans to develop another casino-resort.
Visit islandenvylv.org for more.
has launched Wakuda Las Vegas, a two-Miche- lin-star restaurant inspired by the Shinjuku area of Tokyo. For $500 per person, a small group of eight can experience the exclusive Omakase Room, enjoying 10-15 unique dishes.
Catch Sebastian and Ninth Island Connection at 7 p.m. Wednesdays on K5 and 2 p.m. Sundays on KGMB.
info@ninthislandconnection.com
Another door opening in Vegas will lead to a new hotel-casino. Dream Hotel and Casino
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