Kahoa and Adornments with Sione Monu & Salote Tawale
Join Sione Monu and Salote Tawale for drop-in style workshop where participants can create multiple different kinds of adornments.
Before our major event Blacktown Garage Party kicks off on the 15 and 16 of January, meet 2 of the artists and contribute your own piece to the installation!
Join Sione Monu and Salote Tawale for a relaxed drop-in style workshop where participants can create multiple different kinds of adornments that are inspired by the artists practices and culture.
Utilising found and dollar store materials, Sione will guide participants on the Tongan craft of Kahoa, a garland or necklace that is traditionally made from flowers and large leaves. Salote will guide participants on charm making that can be used to tell stories and share your journey.
Event details:
The Leo Kelly Blacktown Arts Centre
January 6 to 9, 2026
10.30 am to 2.00 pm
Free to attend, registrations essential
Join Sione Monu and Salote Tawale for drop-in style workshop where participants can create multiple different kinds of adornments.
Before our major event Blacktown Garage Party kicks off on the 15 and 16 of January, meet 2 of the artists and contribute your own piece to the installation!
Join Sione Monu and Salote Tawale for a relaxed drop-in style workshop where participants can create multiple different kinds of adornments that are inspired by the artists practices and culture.
Utilising found and dollar store materials, Sione will guide participants on the Tongan craft of Kahoa, a garland or necklace that is traditionally made from flowers and large leaves. Salote will guide participants on charm making that can be used to tell stories and share your journey.
Event details:
The Leo Kelly Blacktown Arts Centre
January 6 to 9, 2026
10.30 am to 2.00 pm
Free to attend, registrations essential
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Highlights
- all ages
- In person
Location
The Leo Kelly Blacktown Arts Centre
78 Flushcombe Road
Blacktown, NSW 2148
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