Archive for "January 18th, 2014"

Music of Hawai`i Concert Series – Kamakakehau Fernandez

Oahu

Saturday, January 18: 
Music of Hawai`i Concert Series – Kamakakehau Fernandez.  Honolulu Museum of Art’s Doris Duke Theatre, 901 Kinau St., between Ward Avenue and Victoria Street (at rear of museum).  For tickets and information call (808) 532-8701 or visit www.honolulumuseum.org.

Ka Moku O Manokalanipo Makahiki

Kauai

Saturday, January 18: 
Ka Moku O Manokalanipo Makahiki.  This celebration honors the traditional time of year from October through January when Lono the god of agriculture and peace ruled the land. One of the ways that Lono was honored was through friendly competition. The games will include ‘Ulu Maika (lawn bowling), O’o Ihe (spear throwing), Moa Pahe’e (dart sliding), Pa Uma (standing armwrestling), Uma (arm wrestling), kukini (foot racing), Pohaku Ho’oikaika (stone throwing) and Hukihuki (tug of war). There will also be a Konane (Hawaiian checkers) tournament, hula, cultural practitioners, and Hawaiian food. Kama’aina of all ages are welcome to compete in multiple events.  All are welcome to spectate.  Hanalei at Wai`oli Beach Park, turn right on He`e.  For information call (808) 635-9028.

Discover Kualoa

Oahu

Saturday, January 18: 
Discover Kualoa.  Kualoa Ranch presents a unique farm-to-table culinary experience.  This event showcases culinary creations, prepared by the hands of local farmers and chefs using fresh products and produce. Featuring a farmers’ market, with countless ready-to-eat creations and a showcase of produce and products straight from the various farms. Enjoy do-it-yourself Hawaiian crafts such as lauhala weaving, lei making, surfboard shaping and poi pounding.  9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Kualoa Ranch. 49-560 Kamehameha Hwy., Kaneohe.  For information call (808) 391-7441 or visit www.discover.kualoa.com.

Halau `O Kekuhi – Hi`ikaikano`eau

Maui

Saturday, January 18:
Halau `O Kekuhi – Hi`ikaikano`eau. Hi`iakaikano`eau delves into the creative center of the Hawai`i sense of practical beauty by recreating occupational images and messages from mele. The hula performance reincarnates the wisdom of our kupuna in making things both useful and beautiful through the poetry of movement.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 7:30 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Pacific Island Arts Festival

Oahu

Saturday & Sunday, January 18 & 19: 
Pacific Island Arts Festival.  Featuring the work of Hawai`i’s finest artists and handcraft artisans who display their work for sale, demonstrations of fine artists working onsite, Hawaiian quilters, ceramics to make and take home, and flower lei making. Enjoy live music, and hula presentations both days, as well as a celebration of the Chinese New Year with Lion Dancers on Sunday. Great food, shave ice, and drinks.  9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Kapiolani Park near the Bandstand at the Diamond Head end of Waikiki.   For information call (808) 696-6717.