Donkey Mill Art Center to Host 12th Annual Fundraiser

Guests Voltaire Moise and Norman Bezona enjoy their somen noodles at Cool Fusion 2017. Courtesy photo.

The Donkey Mill Art Center will host its 12th annual “Cool Fusion: Festival of 1000 Bowls” fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 22, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The annual fundraiser will feature a variety of noodles, handmade ceramic wares and live performances by Kona Dance and Performing Arts and Big Island Music Academy.

Pre-sale tickets are $25 and available at Kona Stories Bookstore in the Keauhou Shopping Center, at the Donkey Mill Art Center in Holualoa, or online. Tickets will be available at the door for $30. Proceeds will benefit art education at the nonprofit’s community art center.

Admission includes unlimited somen noodles, entertainment and a bowl (valued up to $20) of any choosing. Gelato bowls will be offered starting at $15 and up.

Donkey Mill Art Center is the home of Holualoa Foundation for Arts and Culture, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit art education organization. Its mission is to provide a stimulating environment that helps individuals discover, develop and expand their artistic abilities. The Mill offers a variety of art classes for keiki and adults year round at its facility in Holualoa in addition to exhibits and events. For more information, visit www.donkeymillartcenter.org or call (808) 322-3362. The center is open Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.