In the generous breezeway at the center of the Kapa’a Neighborhood Center, tables form an “L” where twenty women gather for their quilting class. Vega has been teaching quilting at the center for 19 years. Vega took matters into her own hands by inviting fifteen other women interested in learning the art of Hawaiian appliqué to form a class. Three years ago, the center came under the umbrella of the Parks and Recreation Department so the 55 age limit was lifted.

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