Archive for "August 9th, 2014"

Gabby Pahinui Waimanalo Kanikapila

Oahu

Saturday, August 9:
Gabby Pahinui Waimanalo Kanikapila. A gathering for musicians providing the opportunity to connect, play music and spend the day together. Food booths feature era related local Hawaiian luau plate lunch, fried fish, poki, huli chicken, B-B-Q plates, and more. Waimanalo Beach Park, 41 Kalanianaole Hwy., Waimanalo. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.   For information visit www.gabbypahinui.com.

Obon Dance & Festival

Maui

Throughout the Month of August:
Obon Dance & Festival. The Obon tradition was brought to Hawai`i 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, August 9: Kahului Jodo Mission, 325 Laau St., Kahului. Service at 6:30 p.m., Dancing at 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 244-0066.
  • Saturday, August 16: Paia Rinzai Zen, 120 Alawai Rd., Paia. Service 6 p.m., Dancing 7 p.m. For information call (808) 579-9921.
  • Friday & Saturday, August 22 & 23: Lahaina Hongwanji Mission. 551 Wainee St., Lahaina. Service 6:30 p.m., Dancing 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 661-0640.
  • Saturday, August 30: Kula Shofukuji Mission, 113 Puanani Pl., Kula. Service 6:30 p.m., Dancing 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 661-0466.

Garden Isle Artisan Fair

Kauai

Saturday, August 9:
Garden Isle Artisan Fair. “Under the Big Tent!” This event offers a great selection of handcrafted products from over 40 of Kaua`i’s finest artisans. Live Tahitian drumming, local plate lunches, Shave Ice. Kapa`a Beach Park, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. For information call (808) 245-9021.