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(September 14) The Spirit of Polynesia troupe, which has been around more than 20 years, performs in many ethnic dance festivals.

Luau by the lake
Etc. group's Polynesian evening at Lake Clementia

The performers offered stories and dances from different Pacific islands during Saturday night's show.

The luau offered everything from roast pig to chocolate-covered macadamia nuts. The buffet, which preceded the show, was limited to 200 tickets and sold out.

FACES IN THE CROWD...

Danielle Covey, 9, enjoyed the event with her grandparents, Stella and Frank Olszewski.

From left, Shannon and Jose Lara, Greg and Beth Buderus.

Maddy Bettinger, left, 8, and Lauren Covey, 7, had the island spirit. Hula skirts, Hawaiian shirts and leis were the order of the day at the amphitheater.Maddy Bettinger (left), 8, and Lauren Covey, 7, had the island spirit. Hula skirts, Hawaiian shirts and leis were the order of the day at the amphitheater.

Connie Barentson feeds her 10-month-old grandson, Ryan Keese, as her husband Tom and Ryan’s dad Nick tend to their own dinners. Kathi and Richard Kossak are seated at rear.