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Seattle lei makers provide a sense of home for local Hawaiians

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Washington is home to a growing number of native Hawaiians. And Polynesian culture and traditions are flourishing in the Pacific Northwest. Lei makers are keeping busy in the area, weaving lei for celebrations and milestones. Jeannie Yandel talks with the Seattle Times' Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton about how things are going in the lei business. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Washington is home to a growing number of native Hawaiians. And Polynesian culture and traditions are flourishing in the Pacific Northwest. Lei makers are keeping busy in the area, weaving lei for celebrations and milestones. Jeannie Yandell talks with the Seattle Time’s Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton about how things are going in the lei business.

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