Hawaiian Holiday Celebration

On Saturday, December 1^st from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, join renowned slack key guitarist Patrick Landeza to start off the Holidays with the 11^th Annual Hawaiian Holiday Celebration, which will be held at the San Leandro Main Library, located at 300 Estudillo Avenue in downtown San Leandro.

Nā Hōkū Hanohano award finalist and Hawaiian Music Award winner Patrick Kahakauwila Kamaholelani Landeza was born and raised on the “Island of Berkeley,” California to Hawaiian-born parents. His heritage continues to be revealed through his music and stories, including his  CD, titled, Kama‘alua, “to get acquainted with,” which will be sold for $15 each at this event.

This year has been a significant one for Landeza as he made his debut at Carnegie Hall in January as one of eight artists in a “Listen for Life” non-profit concert that promoted music as a unifying source for peace throughout the world.

At this wonderful holiday event, attendees can shop at the Hawaiian crafts booths and can also purchase a full Hawaiian dinner before the show. After enjoying a delicious traditional meal, attendees can sit back and relax, while listening to Patrick Landeza’s tranquil music and watching a beautiful performance of hula dancing.

Advanced tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the Information Desk of the San Leandro Main Library, starting at 12 noon on Thursday, November 1st. Tickets will be sold at the door for $17.  Children 5 years and under are admitted free of charge.

 For more information, please call the Information Desk at (510) 577-3971.