Archive for "July, 2014"

A Culinary Romp through Paradise

Kauai

Friday, July 20:
A Culinary Romp through Paradise. Learn about and sample exotic local fruit while taking a leisurely tour of an exotic fruit farm. Enjoy a cooking demonstration and gourmet, four-course lunch at the outdoor courtyard of the Kaua`i Marriott Resort at Kalapaki Bay. The day ends with an exclusive tour of Hawai`i’s only meadery. 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., $140. For information, call (808) 635-0257 or visit www.tastingkauai.com. Reservations required three days before event.

A Celebration of Bailey

Maui

Saturday, July 19:
A Celebration of Bailey. Enjoy live entertainment with George Kahumoku, Jr., Mele Fong, and the Bailey Family.   Enjoy arts & crafts vendors, food booths, Hawaiian games, and free craft demonstrations. View the entire collection of Edward Bailey paintings, maps and other memorabilia. Bailey House Museum, 2375-A Main Street, Wailuku. 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event is free and museum tours will be discounted. For information call (808) 244-3326 or visit www.mauimuseum.org.

Prince Lot Hula Festival

Oahu

Saturday, July 19:
Prince Lot Hula Festival. Hula groups will perform ancient and contemporary hula. Enjoy cultural demonstrations, a Made in Hawai`i craft fair, poi pounding workshops, entertainment and more. The festival is free, donations are welcome. Local food and refreshments will be available for purchase throughout the day. Moanalua Gardens, 1352 Pineapple Pl., Honolulu. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information call (808) 839-5334 or visit www.moanaluagardensfoundation.org.

Waimea Valley Summer Concert Series

Oahu

Saturday, July 19:
Waimea Valley Summer Concert Series. Ho`okani Ka Ukulele (play the ukulele) will feature Eddie Kamae, Imua Garza, Kalei Gamiao, and Brittni Paiva. Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy., Haleiwa. 1-5 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 638-5886 or visit www.waimeavalley.net.

Annie Jr.

Big Island

Fridays – Sundays, July 18 – 27:
Annie Jr. The classic Broadway musical based on the comic strip Little Orphan Annie, streamlined and musically adjusted to suit young voices. This production by Aloha Teen Theater will be directed by Sue Boyum, who has been acclaimed for her work with young people. The actors will range from 6 to 18. Fridays and Saturdays 7:30, Sundays 2:30 at Aloha Theater, 79-7384 Mamalahoa Hwy., Kealakekua in Kainaliu. For reserved seats call (808) 322-9924 or visit www.alohatheater.com, or tickets at the door one hour before show time. Advance ticketing is recommended. These shows often sell out.

Koloa Plantation Days

Kauai

July 18 – 27:
Koloa Plantation Days. Learn about Koloa’s multicultural history, experience a diverse range of local foods, culture and activities, explore the area’s unique ecology and archaeology, and enjoy the warm hospitality of the south shore’s resorts, golf courses, and other neighborhood venues. Poipu Beach Park, Ho`one Rd., Koloa, and various other locations throughout Kauai. For information on venues and schedule of events call (808) 652-3217 or visit www.koloaplantationdays.com.

Aviation Adventure for Girls

Oahu

Tuesday – Thursday, July 15 – 17:
Aviation Adventure for Girls. Explore the history of aviation in Hawai`i and the science, technology, engineering, and math principles of flight. Overnight accommodations provided onboard USS Missouri. This program is open to everyone who has completed the basic Flight School program or is at least 13 years of age. $300 for the 3-day/2-night program. Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Historic Ford Island, Pearl Harbor. For information call (808) 441-1000 or visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.

BikeWorks, Team Kona, will participate in the Hilo Triathlon

Big Island

Sunday July 13:
BikeWorks, Team Kona, will participate in the Hilo Triathlon at 7:00 a.m. Sunday, July 13, at James Kealoha Beach Park in Hilo, Hawaii. Join with the team and participate in the Olympic distance race which includes a 1.5 km swim, a 40 km bike, ride and a10 km run. Visit www.hilotriathlon.org for more info!

Hula Kahiko Informance: Kumu Hula Sammye Ku`ualoha Young with Halau Na Lei Hiwahiwa `O Ku`ualoha

Big Island

Saturday, July 12:
Hula Kahiko Informance: Kumu Hula Sammye Ku`ualoha Young with Halau Na Lei Hiwahiwa `O Ku`ualoha. Hula halau from across Hawai`i and beyond have been invited to perform in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting at the kahua hula (platform) in the Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, located just a short walking distance from the Volcano Art Gallery in an area known as Ka`auea. A short question and answer session is held immediately following the informance. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mat. The event is free, park fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Ke Ala `O Ka Hua Mele – Ukulele and Ki Hoalu: Influences from other Cultures

Oahu

Saturday, July 12:
Ke Ala `O Ka Hua Mele – Ukulele and Ki Hoalu: Influences from other Cultures. Learn about the influence of the guitar and ukulele on Hawaiian music.   A free talk story panel will be held 5 – 6 p.m. Performance will be 6:30 – 8 p.m. Tickets are $125 for the season (five concerts), or individually for $30 in advance or $35 at the door. Hawaiian Mission Houses, 553 S King St., Honolulu. For tickets and information call (808) 447-3926 or visit www.missionhouses.org.