The distance between Hawaii and New York is nearly 5,000 miles so “New York Hawaiian” may seem like an oxymoron. But it is possible to find aloha in the Big Apple if you know where to look. Just like in my doctored photo above, if you take a step back from the New York hustle and bustle, you can uncover some “local” surprises.
Here is a quick list of New York Hawaiian things to get you started. Included herein are community organizations, restaurants, hula and music in New York, hopefully paving your way to urban aloha. Please post a comment if you have things to add.
My New York Hawaiian List
Listed in alphabetical order…
Community
- Halawai.org
Check the online calendar for a comprehensive listing of Hawaii related events in the greater New York area. Sign up for the free email list. H?l?wai hosts seasonal pau hana events and facilitates the Annual Hawai`i Potluck Picnic in Central Park. (full disclosure: I am a board member) - KSAA East Coast Region
- Long Island Hawaiian Slack-key Association
- M?lama Hawai?i at Columbia University
- N? ?Oiwi NYC
- New York Outrigger
Community of dedicated and inspired paddlers living in New York City and hosts of the Hawaiian Air Liberty Challenge Race - Punahou Alumni Association New York (PAANY)
- University of Hawai’i Alumni Association East Chapter
Food
Hula
- Aloha Hula NYC
- Dance Aloha Dance Troupe
- Gracious Ladies NYC
- Halau Hula O Na Mele ‘Aina O Hawai’i
- Halau Na Pua Mai Ka Lani Nuioka
- Hula Classes at 92Y
- Kahana Hula (CT)
- Kawai OHawaiki
- Lotus Music and Dance
- Nā Lehua Melemele
- Polynesian Dance Productions
- Pua Ali‘i ‘Ilima O Nuioka
Music
It’s your turn. If I’ve missed any of your favorite New York Hawaiian things, please share by leaving a comment.
