For tickets, call 985-7373 or visit www.fhvnp.org. Due to TSA security regulations, tickets are not transferable, photo identification is required to board the ship, and RSVPs must be made by March 5. The public is invited to attend the Friends’
The public is invited to attend the Friends’ “Aloha Friday” Boat Day Fundraiser on board Holland America Line’s m.s. Rotterdam, which docks in Hilo Harbor.
Held at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 9, the benefit luncheon takes place in the ship’s elegant La Fontaine Dining Room.
“Experience the nostalgia and aloha of Hawaii’s old-time boat days, replete with colorful flower lei, graceful hula ‘auana, and lively Hawaiian music,” said Friends of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park spokesperson Julie Mitchell.
“The m.s. Rotterdam’s decor of fine woods and priceless antiques and art collections reflects the theme of Dutch seafaring exploration,” noted Mitchell. “People will have an opportunity — either before or after the luncheon — take a self-guided tour of the ship.”
With 600 crew members, the mid-size cruise ship is 780 feet in length with a passenger capacity of 1,404. The La Fontaine Dining Room is located in the aft of the ship on deck 5, the upper promenade.
Served with wine, the benefit luncheon features a delicious four-course meal of appetizer, soup, choice of lunch entree, and dessert. Vegetarian options are available.
Entertainment will feature the Kuahiwis, who for over 10 years have been perpetuating the spirit and the sound of Hawaiian music. Band members are Kiliona Young, Grant Ka’au’a, TR Ireland, and Kalei Young. Dancers from kumu hula Ab Valencia’s Halau Hula Kalehuaki’eki’eika’iu will present hula ‘auana. Tickets are $65 and benefit the nonprofit Friends of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Group rates are available for tables of five or more.
“The Friends wish to extend a heartfelt mahalo to event co-sponsors Holland America Line, Roberts Hawaii, and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park,” Mitchell said.
For tickets, call 985-7373 or visit www.fhvnp.org. Due to TSA security regulations, tickets are not transferable, photo identification is required to board the ship, and RSVPs must be made by March 5.
