Kaua‘i Made featured in April 11 tribute to Leināʻala Pavao Jardin
LĪHU‘E – The County of Kaua‘i’s Kaua‘i Made Program will be featured in the 2026 broadcast, “Talk Story: Hula Is Life – Live Like Leināʻala,” airing Saturday, April 11, at 5 p.m. on K5 (check local listings) and streaming at www.hawaiinewsnow.com.
The program is a tribute to the life and legacy of the late Kumu Hula Leināʻala Pavao Jardin of Hālau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leināʻala. Through stories shared by her family and hula ʻohana, the special highlights her lasting impact on hula, her role in elevating Kaua‘i’s cultural identity, and her lifelong commitment to perpetuating Hawaiian culture.
Part of the "Talk Story: Hula Is Life" series, the broadcast airs during the Merrie Monarch season, a time when audiences across Hawai‘i and around the world are tuned in to honor and celebrate Hawaiian culture, traditions, and hula.
As part of the County’s participation, Kaua‘i Made will also be featured in a dedicated segment spotlighting the program’s 20-year legacy and directing viewers to KauaiMade.net. The feature is intended to showcase the strength of Kaua‘i’s collective brand and create greater visibility for local makers during a high-profile statewide and global viewing opportunity.
The broadcast also provides an opportunity to elevate the County’s Kaua‘i Made program during a significant cultural moment. Kaua‘i Made is the official program of the County of Kaua‘i that identifies and promotes products made on Kaua‘i, by Kaua‘i people, and authentic to the island.
In 2026, the program marks 20 years of supporting Hawai‘i-licensed businesses that create products and handicrafts made on Kaua‘i.
“This is a meaningful opportunity to align culture, storytelling, and economic development,” said Nalani K. Kaauwai Brun, Director of the Office of Economic Development for the County of Kaua‘i. “Through this feature, we are able to honor a treasured cultural legacy while also shining a spotlight on the local businesses and makers who help tell the story of Kaua‘i today.”
The County of Kaua‘i encourages residents and viewers to tune in on Saturday, April 11, at 5 p.m. for this special feature and to support local businesses by visiting KauaiMade.net.
For more information on the Kauai Made program, reach out to Michelle Rego at mrego@kauai.gov.
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