Akiko Masuda, President of the Wailea/Hakalau Kumai shares the meaning of Kumai:

Today's kumiai is a celebration of community, complete with lots of food, games for children and adults, songs, a book exchange, and lots of storytelling. 

Photo courtesy of Susan Forbes

This hen and her eggs in the BBQ pit are a reminder of our rural home.

Photo courtesy of Liz Hansen

Bingo is a big hit at the kumiai, with special prizes like toilet paper, vienna sausage, and spam.