Na Mea Hawaii Hula Kahiko Performance
Saturday, August 11:
Na Mea Hawaii Hula Kahiko Performance: See traditional hula and chant performed outdoors on the hula platform overlooking Kilauea Crater, featuring Halau Na Pua O Uluhaimalama at 10:30 a.m.; Hawaiian cultural demonstrations at Volcano Art Center Gallery, 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Free; park entrance fees apply. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.
Wild Dolphin Sand Sculpture Contest
Saturday, August 11:
Wild Dolphin Sand Sculpture Contest. Free and open to all ages and all levels of sand sculpting experience. Work individually or as part of a family or group to create a sand sculpture in honor of wild dolphins. Prizes awarded to top entries in several categories. All participants will receive a free dolphin poster and free dolphin guide. Some shovels and pails will be provided by Pacific Whale Foundation’s team, but all are urged to bring their own tools, if possible. Begins at 9 a.m. and continues to noon. Free registration on the morning of the contest at the north end of Keawakapu Beach on the sand by Sarento’s Restaurant. Judging 11:30 am to noon. For information, call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1, or visit www.pacificwhale.org.
Establishment Day Hawaiian Festival
Saturday, August 11:
Establishment Day Hawaiian Festival. The annual cultural festival at the Puukohola Heiau National Historical Site features a royal court procession along with many hands-on ancient Hawaiian lifestyle activities such as lei making, ipu making, lauhala weaving, poi pounding, plus double hull canoe rides, food tasting and much more. Free. Puukohola Heiau National Historic Site, 62-3601 Kawaihae Rd., Kamuela (North Kohala). 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information call (808) 882-7218.
Garden Isle Artisan Fair
Saturday, August 11:
Garden Isle Artisan Fair. More than 40 local artisans showcase an array of handcrafted products from Kauai and throughout Polynesia. The event offers an opportunity to see the wealth of local talent on the Garden Isle. Feast on local plate lunches, Shave ice, Smoothies. Poipu Beach, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Free. For information call Judy Webb at (808) 245-9021.
Painting party with Patrick Ching on the Lighthouse Bistro Lanai
Saturday, August 11:
Painting party with Patrick Ching on the Lighthouse Bistro Lanai. Bring some friends or meet some new ones there! Let you inner artist out! From 6-9pm. Wine and dine from the Lighthouse Bistro menu while you mingle and create your work(s) of art. Only $10 for each 3”x3” canvas. All Paints (GENESIS non-toxic heat set oil ) and supplies provided. For a video of last year’s party, visit http://www.youtube.com/watch ?v=OsmWjEKG1lc – For more information visit Patrick Ching Art Gallery in Princeville Center or www.patrickchingart.com or call 826-5354 or 271-5350.
Establishment Day Hawaiian Festival
Saturday, August 11:
Establishment Day Hawaiian Festival. The annual cultural festival at the Puukohola Heiau National Historical Site features a royal court procession along with many hands-on ancient Hawaiian lifestyle activities such as lei making, ipu making, lauhala weaving, poi pounding, plus double hull canoe rides, food tasting and much more. Free. Puukohola Heiau National Historic Site, 62-3601 Kawaihae Rd., Kamuela (North Kohala). 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information call (808) 882-7218.
Hawaii Sand Festival and Sand Castle/Art Contest
Saturday, August 11:
Hawaii Sand Festival and Sand Castle/Art Contest. Everyone is invited to come to this FREE event and build their own sand castle or sand art and enjoy the music. Individuals or teams of any size are all welcome. For keikis (kids), young and old, beginners, artists and sand sculptors. Prizes will be awarded for different age groups, individuals, teams and types of art. Bring your own shovels, pails, tools, molds, sprayers (very helpful) for sculpting sand. Bring a hat or shade, sunscreen, food, and drinking water. 11:00 – Free registration and start of the event. 11:30 – Free lesson by world renowned sand sculpture and teacher Jeff Peterson. 3:30 – Final judging. 4:00 – Awards ceremony. Location is to the left of Hanalei pier.