Archive for "May, 2015"

Filipino Fiesta

Oahu

Saturday, May 9:
Filipino Fiesta. This festival will provide a multi-faceted Filipino cultural experience that includes traditional Filipino food, games, cultural exhibits, and live entertainment. Admission is free. Kapiolani Park, 2748 Monsarrat Avenue, Honolulu. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. For information call (808) 680-0451 or visit www.filcom.org.

Brothers Cazimero

Big Island

Saturday, May 9:
Brothers Cazimero. Fulfilling an unbroken 30 year old tradition, Robert and Roland Cazimero will celebrate May Day in Waimea in 2015. Nothing beats Hawaiian music with Robert on bass and Roland on twelve string guitar! The Brothers Cazimero are consummate musicians who have made their indelible imprint on the face of contemporary Hawaiian music. Kahilu Theatre. 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Kamuela. 7 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 885-6868 or visit www.kahilutheatre.org.

Musicians, Melodies & Memories – Kaua`i Historical Society Pa`ina

Kauai

Saturday, May 9:
Musicians, Melodies & Memories – Kaua`i Historical Society Pa`ina. Enjoy traditional and contemporary music, buffet dinner of island favorites, a silent auction including “date night” and “island getaway” packages, and talk story with friends who support the Historical Society. Reservations are $85 per person; tables of 10 or more $80 per person. Portion of ticket is tax-deductible. Bring instruments, sing along or hula at this festive Kaua`i event. Smith’s Tropical Paradise, 174 Wailua Rd., Kapa`a. 5:30 to 9 p.m. For information and tickets call (808) 245-3373 or visit www.kauaihistoricalsociety.org.

May Day by the Bay

Kauai

Saturday, May 9:
May Day by the Bay. This event features Hawaiian music performed by groups from throughout Hawai`i. In addition to the music, enjoy cultural demonstrations by local practitioners, a craft fair of Kaua’i made products, Hawaiian food, displays of local non-profits, and a Silent Auction. Hanalei at Weioli Beach Park. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fee: $5 donation. For information call (808) 635-9028.

Kaua`i Island Crafters Fair

Kauai

Saturday, May 9:
Kaua`i Island Crafters Fair. Find an amazing array of quality hand-made products from Kaua`i’s own crafters and artisans. Ono local grinds. Church of the Pacific, 5-4280 Kuhio Hwy., Princeville. Free admission. For information call (808) 635-4314.

Hawai`i Islands Land Trust: Talk Story on the Land Hike

Maui

Saturday, May 9:
Hawai`i Islands Land Trust: Talk Story on the Land Hike – Pu`uhokukano in Auwahi, Maui. Enjoy a free educational hike on a conserved property. Bring sturdy shoes, long pants, plenty of water, and lunch. Moderately difficult hike. Led by Director of Conservation, Scott Fisher. Meet at Keokea Park. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For reservations, call (808) 244-5263 or email malia@hilt.org. For more information visit www.hilt.org.

Chaka Khan

Maui

Friday, May 8:
Chaka Khan. Singer-songwriter Chaka Khan’s career has spanned four decades, beginning in the 1970s as the frontwoman and focal point of the funk band Rufus. Often dubbed the “Queen of Funk,” she has won ten Grammys and has sold an estimated 70 million records worldwide, in the genres of R&B, jazz, funk, soul, disco, and contemporary gospel. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1Cameron Way, Kahului. 7:30 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Kickoff Event for Maui Matsuri (Japanese Festival)

Maui

Friday, May 8:
Kickoff Event for Maui Matsuri (Japanese Festival). Taiko performances, karaoke, and karate demonstrations will be a few of the highlights of this event. Also featured will be a coloring contest, appearance by Hello Kitty, and more. The event will conclude with bon odori (bon dance) practice around the stage. Queen Ka`ahumanu Center, 275 W. Ka`ahumanu Ave., Kahului. 6:30 to 9 p.m. Admission is free. For information call (808) 283-999 or visit www.mauimatsuri.com.

Big Island Chocolate Festival

Big Island

Friday and Saturday, May 8 & 9:
Big Island Chocolate Festival. Indulge in the alluring, rich taste of chocolate while participating in a host of delicious, fun and informative chocolate-themed activities. The chocolate extravaganza includes Big Isle cacao farm tours, student culinary competition, public seminars and a 5:30-9 p.m. gala May 9 with sweet and savory culinary stations presented by top isle chefs, chocolatiers and confectioners. Also on tap are fine wines and handcrafted ales, chocolate sculptures, chocolate body painting, live entertainment, dancing and a silent auction. The Fairmont Orchid, Hawai`i, 1 N. Kaniku Drive, Puako. For information call (808) 324-6100 or visit www.bigislandchocolatefestival.com.

22nd Annual World Fireknife Championships & We Are Samoan Cultural Arts Festival

Oahu

Wednesday – Saturday, May 7 – 10:
22nd Annual World Fireknife Championships & We Are Samoan Cultural Arts Festival. The world’s most talented fireknife dancers come together at the Polynesian Cultural Center in four nights of heated competition. Fireknife dancers from as young as six years old to the most experienced and celebrated performers will compete in their respective divisions for the chance to win the coveted title of World Fireknife Champion. Attendees will be treated to a cultural experience unlike any other, and the best of the best will be crowned a World Champion in both Junior and Senior Divisions.  At the High School Samoan Cultural Arts Festival, students from across Hawai`i will demonstrate their knowledge of Samoan culture by competing in a series of traditional practices including protocol and speech making, basket weaving, coconut husking and fire making, costuming, poise, dance movements and interpretation. Polynesian Cultural Center, 55-370 Kamehameha Hwy., Laie. For information and tickets call (808) 293-3333 or visit www.polynesia.com, keyword Fireknife.