Archive for "October 8th, 2016"

Eo e Emalani I Alakai Festival

Kauai

Saturday, October 8:
Eo e Emalani I Alakai Festival. 
Kaua`i’s mountain forest echoes with the sounds of Hawaiian music and traditional chants at this free annual festival, mist or shine. Step back in time, when a traditional royal procession arrives at 11 a.m.. “Queen Emma” and her entourage enter the lovely Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow on horseback, accompanied by hula halau performing chants and dances honoring the Queen. Enjoy exhibits, craft demonstrations, and snack sales.  Koke`e State Park, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Free admission, donations accepted at the Kokee Museum.  Parking is limited; carpooling is recommended. For information call (808) 335-9975 or visit www.kokee.org.

Puna Hongwanji Bazaar

Big Island

Saturday, October 8: 
Puna Hongwanji Bazaar.
  Rummage sale, laulau, cinders, silent auction, boutique, baked goods, and smoked meat. Puna Hongwanji Mission, 16-492 Old Volcano Rd., Kea`au. 8 a.m. to Noon.  Free admission. For more information call (808) 966-9981 or visit www.punahongwanji.org.

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. 6 to 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.

Chocolate Extravaganza

Oahu

Saturday, October 8: 
Chocolate Extravaganza. 
Enjoy the fun of indulging in chocolate while contributing to the solution of homelessness on Oahu.  Proceeds from the Chocolate Extravaganza will benefit Family Promise of Hawai`i and Emmanuel Episcopal Church. The mission of Family Promise of Hawai`i is to mobilize existing community resources to help families with children experiencing homelessness and help them transition to sustainable independence. Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 780 Keolu Drive, Kailua.  6:30 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $25 pre-sale ($35 at the door).  For tickets and information call (808)262-4548 or visit www.emmanuelkailua.com.