Dancers, musicians return to CH 6 classroom

HUI O HULA

Hui O Hula dancers are happy to be back in Clubhouse 6. Six musicians—including steel guitarist “Uncle Pete”, Hawaiian songbird “Auntie Geri” and singer/ukulele player Diana Pemstein—showed up to play last week. Dancers enjoyed learning the traditional hula “Papalina Lahilahi/ Rosy Cheeks,” verse by verse; frequently danced at parties, it consistently brings a smile to those who understand its second, cheeky meaning.

The club wishes a happy 98th birthday to Mutual 12’s Anita Smart. Hui O Hula club was honored to be asked to entertain at her surprise birthday party, thanks to her dear friend and neighbor Joan Rose.

The holiday season is quickly approaching. Anyone who is interested in Christmas hula such as “Mele Kalikimaka” is welcome to join a class or book a holiday show. Lessons are given twice a week at 1 p.m., on Tuesdays in Clubhouse 6 and Thursdays at Veterans Plaza.

For more information, call (562) 431-2242.