Na Keiki `O Ka Aina (The Children of the Land)
Daily:
Na Keiki `O Ka Aina (The Children of the Land). Classes in Hawaiian and Polynesian Arts and Culture for Keiki & Adults. Most Keiki classes are free, adult classes request a donationto the non-profit organization. Located under the Whale Clock Tower in Kaua`i Village Shopping Center. For more information and class schedules call (808) 821-1234 or visit www.thechildrenoftheland.com.
`Ohana Day
Saturday, June 1:
`Ohana Day. A day for family fun at the Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue. Enjoy demonstrations, lectures and more during these special days. 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Free. For information on this and other events, call (808) 245-6931 or visit www.kauaimuseum.org.
Obon Dance & Festival
Throughout the Month of June: Obon Dance & Festival. The Obon tradition was brought to Hawaii by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making. Festivities and Dance schedules and locations are listed below:
- Saturday, June 1: Lahaina Shingon Mission Obon Festival, Luakini Street between Prison and Dickenson, Lahaina. Service 6:30 p.m., Dancing 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 661-0466.
- Saturday, June 15: Wailuku Shingon Mission, 1939 North St., Wailuku. Service 6:30 p.m., Dancing 8 p.m. For information call (808) 244-3800.
- Saturday, June 22: Pu`unene Nichiren Mission, 9 Ani St., Kahului. Service 7 p.m., Dancing 8 p.m. For information call (808) 871-4831.
- Saturday, June 28: Wailuku Jodo Mission, 67 Central Ave., Wailuku. Service 7 p.m., Dancing 8 p.m. For information call (808) 244-0066.
Puna Chicks! – Another Night of Comedy!
Saturday, June 1:
Puna Chicks! – Another Night of Comedy! These three ladies will tickle your funny bone and give you a dose of East Hawaii comedy. Sherri Carden, the Puna Princess will share everything you wanted to know about recycling, but were afraid to ask. Angie Libadisos, the Puna Tita, is a local actor, comedienne, singer-songwriter, environmentalist, mother, grandma, great-grandma who thinks she is always learning something new… and she usually shares too much! Tanya Anne is sure to arouse your senses of humor with her politically personal pieces. Tickets are $10. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus in Volcano Village. For tickets and information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.
Free Onsite Coral Reef Naturalist Program
Ongoing, Daily:
Free Onsite Coral Reef Naturalist Program. Learn the names of fish you’ve seen while snorkeling and how to protect Maui’s coral reefs at Pacific Whale Foundation’s free Coral Reef Information Station. 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Wailea’s Ulua Beach. For information call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Chinatown Ohana Experience: Health & Wellness Fair
Saturday, June 1:
Chinatown Ohana Experience: Health & Wellness Fair. Featuring ono food, live entertainment and informational booths. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Smith-Beretania Street Public Park. For information call (808) 391-8174.