Archive for "April, 2016"

BikeWorks Beach & Sport – Queens Marketplace.

Big Island

Every Tuesday Morning: 
BikeWorks Beach & Sport – Queens Marketplace. Free fun road ride for cyclists of all levels at 8:30 a.m. Rental bikes available. Get Updates on all the BikeWorks activities on the Emily T Gail Show at www.espnhawaii.com under the lineup or visit www.bikeworkshawaii.com. Queens Marketplace, Waikoloa Beach Rd. For information about other community rides and/or bike routes call BikeWorks at (808) 886-5000.

Shazam! Dance & Science

Oahu

April 15 – 24: 
Shazam! Dance & Science.  Showcasing UHM undergraduate and graduate student dancers, the annual dance concert is a feast of movement, lights, sound and technology. With choreography from UHM dance faculty as well as guest artists – this show links exciting scientific theories and exploration with the virtuosity and expressivity of dance. Popular science meets dynamic expression; fun for the whole family! Tickets: $8-$25.   Free Pre-Show Chats: Saturday, April 16 and 23 at 6:45 p.m. Special Throwback Ticket Prices: Saturday, April 16 ($5-$15).  University of Hawai`i at Manoa, Kennedy Theatre, 2500 Campus Rd., Honolulu.  For information visit www.manoa.hawaii.edu.  For tickets and show times, visit www.etickethawaii.com.

Kaua`i Orchid & Art Festival

Kauai

Saturday, April 2:  
Kaua`i Orchid & Art Festival.  Coinciding with the Spring Fantasy Orchid Show, this festival will feature art with an orchid theme.  Free entertainment 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., food booths, and arts and crafts for the kids, and Artist Alley (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)   Hanapepe Hawaiian Congregational Church, 3815 Hanapepe Rd., Hanapepe. The Orchid & Art Festival throughout Hanapepe Town. For more information on entertainers, schedules and event locations, call (808) 335-5944 or visit www.hanapepe.org.

Special Olympics Hawai`i’s Polar Plunge

Oahu

Saturday, April 2: 
Special Olympics Hawai`i’s Polar Plunge.  Polar Plunge returns with a vengeance featuring a new taller and longer slide. The popular event is back in full “FORCE” with a Star Wars theme to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics Hawai`i. Polar Plunge asks participants to raise a minimum of $100 to take the plunge into a pool of ice cold water – this year down a new taller and longer slide measuring in at 36 feet high and 95 feet long. Those that raise $200 or more can take an additional plunge into an ice-cold above-ground pool. Plungers & Jedis alike can register individually or as a team online. Waterfront Plaza lawn fronting Ala Moana Blvd., 500 Ala Moan Blvd., Honolulu. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.  For information and to register call (808) 943-8808 or visit www.specialolympicshawaii.org.

Grove Farm Old Time Games

Kauai

Saturday, April 2: 
Grove Farm Old Time Games.  A delightful day of family fun! Take a step back in time with games, races, and entertainment from the 1800’s and early 1900’s, along with small prizes of this bygone era. There will be pie eating contests, a Sweet Shoppe, puppet shows, a miniature horse petting zoo, and new this year is a Vaudeville Show. Affordable for the whole family.  Free admission.  Grove Farm Museum, 4050 Nawiliwili Rd., Lihue.  10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information call (808) 245-3202.

Art on the Fence

Oahu

Every Saturday & Sunday: 
Art on the Fence.  Artists post up there artworks on the south end of Honolulu Zoo fence, across from Kapiolani Park.  Casually stroll Monsarrat Avenue and check out various works of art from local artists.  See original artwork including paintings, photos, ceramics, and other mediums of art.

Pono Kapolei Fun Run

Oahu

Saturday, April 2: 
Pono Kapolei Fun Run.  This fundraiser helps raise monies to keep Kapolei keiki away from drugs, tobacco and alcohol.  Proceeds from this event help to keep `Oahu’s keiki occupied in healthy and positive activities.  UH West `Oahu Campus, 91-1001 Farrington Hwy., Kapolei.  8 to 10 a.m.

8th Annual Love Life Creative Festival and Dance Showcase

Oahu

Saturday, April 2: 
8th Annual Love Life Creative Festival and Dance Showcase.  This event’s purpose is to create a drug free and suicide free culture on Kaua`i.  Event includes Live DJs and music, Breaking Battles, Cocoon aerial silks, live art, food trucks, a fashion show, local creative vendors and a dance showcase in main theater with 2 show times that sell out; 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.  Festival admission is free.  Tickets required to enter theater for dance showcase.  For tickets and information call (808) 651-4383 or visit www.kuga808.com.

Jazz Minds

Oahu

Every Monday through Saturday Night: 
Jazz Minds.  A fun, eclectic café, featuring live Jazz music, cocktails and pupu, served in an ultra-comfy, hip setting.  Different bands perform nightly.  1661 Kapiolani Blvd., near the Ala Moana Shopping Center.  6:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. nightly.  For information call (808) 945-0800 or visit www.honolulujazzclub.com.

Jazz Minds

Oahu

Every Monday through Saturday Night: 
Jazz Minds.  A fun, eclectic café, featuring live Jazz music, cocktails and pupu, served in an ultra comfy, hip setting.  Different bands perform nightly.  1661 Kapiolani Blvd., near the Ala Moana Shopping Center.  6:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. nightly.  For information call (808) 945-0800 or visit www.honolulujazzclub.com.