Archive for "September 5th, 2014"

First Friday Pa`ina

Kauai

Friday, September 5:
First Friday Pa`ina. Experience old-style music local food, fun and friendship at the Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice Street, Lihue. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Due to county roadwork, please call ahead for simplified directions to the museum. For directions and information call (808) 245-6931 or visit www.kauaimuseum.org.

Festivals of Aloha, Maui Nui Style: Opening Ceremonies

Maui

Friday, September 5:
Festivals of Aloha, Maui Nui Style: Opening Ceremonies. Celebrate the pageantry, parades, street parties, concerts and family activities that span Maui Nui including special festivities in Hana. This events kicks off a two month celebration on Maui, Lanai, and Molokai Islands. Opening Ceremonies at Wailuku First Friday, Market Street, Wailuku town, Street party; hula, Hawaiian live entertainment. Free admission. 6 to 9 p.m. For information and event schedule call (808) 870-8047 or visit www.festivalsofaloha.com.

Kaua`i Raqs

Kauai

Friday, September 5:
Kaua`i Raqs. Experience this spectacular show starring Khalida and Kalae Kaina. This show also includes performances by Al Farashat and the Garden Nile Belly Dancers. It is very seldom that the community of Kaua`i has the opportunity to experience belly dance performances of this caliber so purchase your tickets early by visiting www.gardennilebellydancers.com. JJ’s Broiler, Anchor Cove, Nawiliwili. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. For information call (808) 639-9980.

Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum

Maui

Every Friday:
Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum. Step back in time and visit the Baldwin Home Museum with a tour by candle light. Tours include free light refreshments on the lanai. Dusk – 8:30 p.m. Located on the corner of Front and Dickenson Street in the heart of historic Lahaina. Admission: $7 per person/$5 Senior Citizens (65+), Military and Kama`aina/children 12 & under free. For information visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Maui Friday Town Parties

Maui

Every Friday:
Maui Friday Town Parties. Enjoy food, live entertainment, shopping and art. Many retailers, galleries and boutiques operate extended hours and highlight special promotions. Crafters, artisans and culinary wizards add their creativity to the event. 6-9 p.m. September 5 – Wailuku, on Market Street; September 12 – Lahaina, on Front Street; September 19 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; September 26 – Kihei, on South Kihei Road, Azeka Shopping Center.  For more information visit www.MauiFridays.com.

Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park

Big Island

Every Friday:
Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. A free hands-on demonstration lesson is given in a cultural craft that varies each week. Held at VAC Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All events are free (donations welcome); park entrance fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District

Oahu

Friday, September 5:
First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District. Galleries and other arts venues open their doors for artist receptions, live music, and refreshments. Events are free and open to everyone. Gallery walk maps are available at various locations in the area. 5-9 p.m.   Downtown-Chinatown, The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu. For information call (808) 521-2903.