Last year, KALO Hawaiian Civic Club proudly launched the first annual Mākeke Kalikimaka, a holiday market uplifting Pacific Islanders and Poʻe Hawaiʻi in the Pacific Northwest. We're excited to welcome back our community, along with BIPOC vendors, for this year’s event!

Vendor Applications for Mākeke Kalikimaka 2025 are now open! Due to limited space, only a select number of craft and snack vendors will be accepted. Note: No hot-food vendors this year.

📍 The Reser – 12625 SW Crescent St, Beaverton, OR 97005
📅 Friday, December 5, 2025 | 4–8 PM (Setup by 3:15 PM)

Sep 1: Application closes

Sep 12: Vendor notifications sent

We encourage all qualified vendors to apply—priority will be given to Pacific Islander-owned businesses, but all are welcome and will be considered.

July 24-27 - Nā Kamaliʻi (Ages 10-13)

July 29 - Aug 1 - Nā Pokiʻi (Ages 5-10)

Aug 6-8 - Nā ʻŌpio (Ages 15-18)

Hāloa is a four-week experiential summer program in the Portland Metro area, designed to foster identity and cultural connection for youth ages 5-18. Rooted in Native Hawaiian history, values, and traditions, the program provides authentic instruction while building relationships with indigenous communities of the Pacific Northwest. Week 1 will be in partnerships with Hālau Kūkalaulama (Kamehameha Schoolʻs Hoʻomākaʻikaʻi) in Vancouver, Washington. Week 2 & 3 will take place at the AloHā Resource & Community Center.

Aug 2, 9:30AM-12:00PM

Aug 13, 9:30AM-12PM

Aug 23, 9:30AM-12PM

Aug 30, 9:30AM-12:00PM

7900 NE 33rd Dr, Portland, OR 97211

Looking to give back to the community or get your hands in the ʻāina? We are hosting seven māla work days, where you can come kōkua in weeding, planting, harvesting, watering, and caring for our māla kalo. Your kōkua ensure our community is fed and healthy!

August 9th, 9:00AM-12:00PM
7900 NE 33rd Dr, Portland, OR 97211

Join us for a day of māla care! Help out in the sun while we seed greens and lettuce. We will also be learning from an OSU Master Gardener about how to take care of native PNW pollinators by planting native plants and pollinator-friendly plants in our home gardens!

August 14th, 6:00PM-8:00PM

AloHā Resource & Community Center

9725 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy, Suite 115

Come jam with us for a relaxed summer gathering filled with good food, music, and conversation. We will be eating, listening to music, and talking story as we enjoy the day and the spirit of aloha. Please bring your favorite dish to share with our kaiāulu. This free event is all about bringing our community together to connect, unwind, and celebrate each other.

Aug 15th, 6:00PM-8:00PM

AloHā Resource & Community Center

9725 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy, Suite 115

Join us for a hands-on lei poʻo workshop with Kumu Leialoha at AloHā Resource & Community Center! This is a special opportunity to learn the traditional art of lei poʻo making in a welcoming, community setting. We’ll provide fern, raffia, baby’s breath, and dinner—just bring your own flowers to personalize your lei poʻo. Space is limited to only 30 participants, so be sure to save your spot early!

Aug 18th, 6:30PM-8:30PM

AloHā Resource & Community Center

9725 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy, Suite 115

Only 10 Spots for KALO Members!

Are you mākaukau to learn 'ōlelo Hawaiʻi right here in ʻOlekona? Have you always wanted to better understand the mele you are learning in Halau? Living in the diaspora can often seem like we donʻt have the resources to further our ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi journey.

E ola ka ʻōlelo! Come immerse yourself in a entry level Hawaiian Class. During our time, we will be setting your ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi foundation.

This class is once a week for two hours on Mondays for 10-12 weeks.

Aug 19th, 6:00PM-8:00PM

AloHā Resource & Community Center

9725 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy, Suite 115

Get ready for the school year at our Back to School Event! Free resources, giveaways, and more for the whole ʻohana—let’s start the year strong together!

The event will be offering:
Free school supplies
Free food boxes (1 per household)
Free hygiene kits (Maʻi Kits & Kāne Kits)
Sports physicals (limited per student)
Learn more about the Oregon Health Plan with Health Share of Oregon & OHSU

Aug 21st, 6:00PM-8:00PM

AloHā Resource & Community Center

9725 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy, Suite 115

This time we are honored to be joined by Kumu Leialoha who will be leading us through a hands-on laulau making workshop. Kumu will share her ʻike (knowledge) about the cultural significance of laulau, the history behind the dish, and the unique qualities of different lau varieties used in traditional and modern recipes

Together we will prepare laulau as a community, talk story, and connect over this nourishing and ancestral practice. Whether it’s your first time or you’re returning to deepen your skills, this is a great opportunity to learn, eat, and celebrate aloha ʻāina in action.

August 23, 9:00AM-2:00PM

AloHā Resource & Community Center

9725 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy, Suite 115

Did you know that just one pint of blood can save up to three lives? When you donate, you're not just giving blood — you're giving hope, healing, and time to those who need it most. Your single act of aloha could be the reason a child survives surgery, a kūpuna recovers from illness, or a loved one makes it through a traumatic accident.

In times of crisis, our community relies on one another. By donating blood, you are actively strengthening our kaiaulu and living out the values of kōkua and mālama. Blood can’t be manufactured — it can only come from generous donors like you. And right now, blood supplies are critically low.

Make a difference today. Be the reason someone wakes up tomorrow. Give blood. Give life.

August 26th, 6:00-8:00PM

AloHā Resource & Community Center

9725 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy, Suite 115

Your safety is your power! Rose City Self-Defense will be leading a workshop, providing our lāhui with a safe space to learn how to protect themselves, move with confidence, and stand strong in their mana.

August 30th, 9:30AM-12:00PM
Potluck from 12-1PM
7900 NE 33rd Dr, Portland, OR 97211

Time to Mālama the Māla!
Enjoy the sunshine as we come together to continue nurturing our māla! This māla day is potluck-style, so please bring any dish to share at the end of the work day. We can't wait to see you out there!

Sept 11, Oct 9th, Nov 13th

Beginner Class: 6:00-7:00PM
Advanced Class: 7:00-8:00PM

We’re excited to offer two ʻUkulele classes this Fall—Beginner and Advanced! Space is limited to 10 participants per class, and spots will be confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis. Please complete the registration below to reserve your place; a confirmation email with details will follow. Lessons will be led by Uncle Francis Doo, a self-taught musician who began playing at age 10 in Kailua, Oʻahu. Now based in Oregon, Uncle Francis brings a deep love of music, tradition, and fun to every class.

**The beginner class is currently FULL, but we are taking a waitlist!

**The advanced class has 7 spots left!