Enjoy two popular elements of Hawai'i with cultural booths and demonstrations at a free Coconut and Bamboo Festival, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. tomorrow at Ward Centre and Ward Warehouse.

The festival, presented by Temari, will demonstrate uses of both — for food, utensils, musical instruments, decorations and many other possibilities.

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