Archive for "May 5th, 2017"

Kaua`i Island Crafters Fair

Kauai

Friday, May 5:
Kaua`i Island Crafters Fair.
  Handmade products from Kaua`i’s crafters and artisans. Find quality merchandise for that special occasion, gift giving or keepsake. A collection of beautifully handmade products like bags, carved bone jewelry, sculptured wood carvings, fabric angels, Hawaiian quilts, futons & other sewn products, sunrise & Niihau shell jewelry, Hawaiian print towel wraps, fused glass art jewelry, sun catchers, tapa prints & bags & accessories and lots more by local Kaua`i artists. Find that unique gift that will be cherished for years. Kauai Veterans Center, 3215 Kapule Hwy., Lihue.  1 to 6 p.m.  Free admission.  For information call (808) 635-4314.

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. Volcano Art Center Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Free (donations welcome); park entrance fees may apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit http://volcanoartcenter.org/.

St. Joseph Feast

Maui

Friday – Sunday, May 5 – 7:
St. Joseph Feast.
  This popular festival offers local entertainment, food and fun for the whole family with games, bouncers, crafters, Country Store, plants, produce, flowers and much more.    Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m., participate in a live valuable goods auction featuring golfing, gift certificates to dinner, hotels, activities, etc.  Friday, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  St. Joseph Church, 1294 Makawao Ave., Makawao. Free admission, scrip may be purchased onsite for food, beverages, and game booths. For information call (808) 572-7652 or visit www.sjcmaui.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. Tours take place on the half hour from 6 to 8 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 http://lahainarestoration.org/.

First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District

Oahu

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

Maui Matsuri Variety Show

Maui

Friday, May 5:
Maui Matsuri Variety Show.
  This inaugural event features many wonderfully talented people and undiscovered entertainers on Maui.  The event will spotlight singers, dancers, musicians, magicians and other talent with some aspect of the Japanese and/or Okinawan culture weaved into its performance.  All participants will receive a gift.  Trophies will be presented to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners, as well as to the “People’s Choice” Awardee. Binhi At Ani, 780 Onehe`e Ave., Kahului. 7 p.m.   For more information, call (808) 280-1299 on weekends or after 4:30 p.m. on weekdays.

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 to 9 p.m.  May 5 – Wailuku, on Market Street; May 12 – Lahaina, on Front Street; May 19 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; May 26 – on South Kihei Rd., Azeka Shopping Center. For more information on Maui Town Parties, visit http://mauifridays.com/.

First Friday Hawai`i Opera Theatre at the Hawai`i State Art Museum

Oahu

Friday, May 5:
First Friday Hawai`i Opera Theatre at the Hawai`i State Art Museum.
  Free, family-friendly evening at the Hawai`i State Art Museum. Galleries will be open late, with live performances by the Hawaii Opera Theatre in the Sculpture Lobby (second floor). Seating will be provided.  All ages welcome.  Parking available across South Hotel St. in the Ali`i Place building, or street parking in the area. Several TheBus lines stop directly in front of or close to the museum.  Hawai`i State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St., 2nd Floor, Honolulu. 6 to 9 p.m.  For information call (808) 589-9959 or visit www.sfca.hawaii.gov/hisam/visitor-information.

Free Movie Night: Bring your blankets, lounge on the lawn and enjoy an evening under the stars

Kauai

Friday, May 5:
Free Movie Night: 
Bring your blankets, lounge on the lawn and enjoy an evening under the stars. Refreshments and dinner are available through the Café.  Anaina Hou Community Park, home of Kaua`i Mini Golf, 5-2723 Kuhio Hwy., Kilauea.  Movie begins at dusk, approximately 6:30 p.m.  Free admission.  For more information and movie title call (808) 828-2118 or visit http://anainahou.org/.