Archive for "November, 2016"

Maui Choral Arts Association presents “Yule Be Home for Christmas”

Maui

Sunday, November 27:
Maui Choral Arts Association presents “Yule Be Home for Christmas”.
  Join artistic director, Gary Leavitt and pianist Lotus Dancer, with surprise special guests, surrounded by their large, exceptional chorus.  From holiday classics & sing-alongs to new arrangements of old favorites, this is the concert to get your holiday spirit in high gear.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, One Cameron Way, Kahului.  3 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Na Mele No Na Pua Sunday Showcase – Ku`uipo Kumukahi

Oahu

Sunday, November 27:
Na Mele No Na Pua Sunday Showcase – Ku`uipo Kumukahi.
  Na Mele No Na Pua brings to life the past, present and future of Hawai`i’s performing arts through the islands’ best entertainers in a casual, family-style setting. All concerts and exhibits are free and open to the public. Parking is limited and subject to availability.  Plaza Stage at Waikiki Beach Walk, 226 Lewers St., Honolulu.  5 to 6 p.m. For information call (808) 931-3593 or visit www.waikikibeachwalk.com.

Holiday Craft Fair at the Hawaiian Mission Houses

Oahu

Saturday, November 26: 
Holiday Craft Fair at the Hawaiian Mission Houses.
  Attend Oahu’s oldest and finest Holiday Craft Fair to get your one-of-a-kind, Island handmade crafts.  Hawaiian Mission Houses, 553 S. King St., Honolulu. 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free Admission. For information call (808) 447-3910 or visit www.missionhouses.org.

Kilauea Art Night

Kauai

Saturday, November 26:
Kilauea Art Night.
  Festival featuring live music, local artisans and gourmet food trucks. Historic Stone Building, Kilauea.  4 to 8 p.m.  For information call (808) 635-2572.

Kailua Kalikimaka Village Tree Lighting

Big Island

Friday, November 25: 
Kailua Kalikimaka Village Tree Lighting. 
Village Holiday festivities kick off with a traditional lighting of the Kailua Village Christmas tree. Meet friends and family, and bring the kids to Emma’s Square, across from Hulihe`e Palace. 5:45 p.m. For more information, visit www.historickailuavillage.com.

Waikiki Holiday Parade

Oahu

Friday, November 25:
Waikiki Holiday Parade.
  Since 1998, the Waikiki Holiday Parade commemorates Pearl Harbor Survivors and the anniversary of the attacks. Thousands of spectators, residents and visitors gather on the Friday after Thanksgiving to watch this non-competitive parade, which hosts local bands, marching bands from the mainland, Pearl Harbor Survivors, service bands, military units, local officials, dignitaries and entertainers. Kalakaua Avenue, between Kuhio Avenue and the Honolulu Zoo.  Parade begins at 7 p.m. For information call (800) 331-8579 or visit www.waikikiholidayparade.com.

Turkey Trot

Maui

Thursday, November 24:
Turkey Trot.
  Race starts at Rice Park, Kula Hwy., Kula. 16.2 Mile Race starts at 7 a.m. 8.6 Mile Race starts at 8 a.m. Participants must guess and register their time before they start the race. The 1, 2 and 3 place winner will depend on how close you come to your guessed time. No smart phones or any timing devices are allowed.  Entrance fee is $15, free to VIRR (Valley Isle Road Runners) members.  For information call (808) 222-2484 or visit www.virr.com.

Hawaiian Music Series

Maui

Thursday, November 24:
Hawaiian Music Series. 
Relax under the stars and enjoy a free concert featuring local musicians. Chairs are limited and blankets, mats, and low beach chairs are welcome. The Baldwin Home Museum is located in the heart of Lahaina, on the corner of Front and Dickenson Streets, Lahaina. 6 to 7:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 661-3262 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Bank of Hawai`i Family Sunday

Oahu

Sunday, November 20: 
Bank of Hawai`i Family Sunday. 
Featuring entertainment and activities suitable for families and people of all ages. Explore the Honolulu Museum of Art’s galleries through art hunts, art activities, demonstrations, film screenings and entertainment. Themes change monthly and tie in with the Museum’s permanent collections and special exhibitions. Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S. Beretania, Honolulu.  11 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Free admission.  For information call (808) 532-8700 or visit www.honolulumuseum.org.

Wiki Wiki One Day Vintage Collectibles & Hawaiiana Show Holiday Edition

Oahu

Sunday, November 20: 
Wiki Wiki One Day Vintage Collectibles & Hawaiiana Show Holiday Edition.
  An all vintage (20 years & older) collectibles and antiques show and sale. This is Hawai`i’s only strictly vintage show with no pre-sales to vendors. Shop antiques, Hawaiian jewelry, aloha shirts, art, estate jewelry, vintage fashion, dolls, tribal art, beads, tiki, gold & silver, koa, furniture, kimono, kitchenware, ukuleles, toys, kokeshi, Mid-Century décor, movie posters, Chinese & Japanese antiques, Mings jewelry, Niihau shell leis, lauhala hats, stamps, coins, comics, shabby chic, Victorian, sportscards, Hawaiian Monarchy items, prints, textiles, postcards, aloha shirts, Pyrex vintage Christmas and more! Blaisdell Hawai`i Suites 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu.  For information call (808) 941-9754 or visit www.ukulele.com.