YUMI PASIFIKA 2025: Melanesian Heritage Night
YUMI PASIFIKA 2025: Melanesian Heritage Night takes place on Friday, May 16, from 5–9 PM at the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art (BIMA), with a free entry and a suggested donation of $10. The celebration features live cultural performances, including traditional West Papuan dance and a Fijian kava ceremony, plus a climate resilience film and a youth talent showcase highlighting service projects from the Solomon Islands. A special Kidimu Children’s Program runs from 3:30–4:30 PM with crafts, storytelling, and games. Attendees can also join "Tok Stori" conversations with cultural presenters from West Papua, Fiji, and Papua New Guinea, and enter a raffle for exciting prizes.
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