Archive for "February, 2019"

Tomas Kubinek: Certified Lunatic & Master of the Impossible

Oahu

Sunday, February 10: 
Tomas Kubinek: Certified Lunatic & Master of the Impossible.
  Tomáš Kubínek’s internationally acclaimed solo performances play to packed theaters around the world. After a sold-out run on Broadway, The New York Times lauded his work as “Absolutely expert!” “Hilarious and enormously talented!” trumpeted England’s Time Out, after appearances at London’s Royal Festival Hall. A collision of theatre and music-hall, his exuberant one-man show is equal parts comic brilliance, virtuosic vaudeville and irresistible charm.  Leeward Community College Theatre, 96-045 Ala Ike, Pearl City.  For tickets and information call (808) 956-8246 or visit www.lcctheatre.hawaii.edu.

Princeville Night Market

Kauai

Sunday, February 10: 
Princeville Night Market.
  Discover over 40 local artisans and enjoy live music from several different bands. Princeville Shopping Center, 5-4280 Kuhio Hwy., Princeville. 4 to 8 p.m.  Free admission. For information call (808) 635-2572.

Second Saturday at Warehouse 3540

Kauai

Saturday, February 9: 
Second Saturday at Warehouse 3540.
  This is a great family-friendly event in a cool old warehouse converted into a community space on the south side, with vendors, shops, food trucks, and live music. Warehouse 3540, 3540 Koloa Rd., Kalaheo.  6 to 9 p.m.  For information visit www.warehouse3540.com.

Makawao Town’s 27th Annual Chinese New Year’s Lion Dance Celebration

Maui

Saturday, February 9: 
Makawao Town’s 27th Annual Chinese New Year’s Lion Dance Celebration.
  Makawao merchants invite you to come and join in this celebration. Au’s Shaolin Arts will offer the Lion Dance with a Martial Arts Demonstration and plenty of firecrackers to open the New Year. The corner of Baldwin and Makawao Avenues. 10 a.m. to noon After the demonstration the lion will dance through the streets of Makawao.

Ukulele Picnic in Hawai`i

Maui

Saturday & Sunday, February 9 & 10: 
Ukulele Picnic in Hawai`i. 
A festival-like music event featuring iconic ukulele musicians from across Hawai`i and the world. The medley of events kicks off on Saturday, with the International Ukulele Contest and Hula Show. The finale takes place on Sunday, with an eclectic collection of more than 20 local and international entertainers all day long on two stages. The event will feature Ennichi (Japanese fair) games and activities like water balloon fishing, a ring toss and scooping games.  Saturday: International Market Place Queen’s Court Stage, 2330 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Sunday: Kaka`ako Makai Gateway Park, 461 Cooke St., Honolulu, 9 a.m. to sunset. Both events are free and open to the public. For information call (808) 389-2890 or visit www.ukulelepicnicinhawaii.org.

Second Saturdays at Hawai`i State Art Museum

Oahu

Saturday, February 9: 
Second Saturdays at Hawai`i State Art Museum.
  Free hands-on art activities for all ages are hosted in the first floor Multipurpose Room. All materials are provided. Hawai`i State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St., Honolulu. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., or while supplies last.  For information call (808) 589-9959 or visit www.sfca.hawaii.gov.

Kaua`i Quilt Show 2019

Kauai

February 8 – 20: 
Kaua`i Quilt Show 2019.
  See over 70 locally made quilts on display, many for sale.  There will also be over 30 “donation” quilts that will be for sale with 100% of the monies going directly to a Non-Profit Org. of the buyer’s choice. Vote for “Viewer’s Choice 2019” and visit the, new this year, Quilt Boutique to buy beautiful handmade gifts such as bags, table toppers, mug rugs, placemats and much more.  Daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Fridays until 8 p.m. Kukui Grove Mall, Kaua`i Society of Artists Gallery (behind Longs Drugs), 3-2600 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Lihue.

Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert

Maui

Every Wednesday: 
Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert. 
Enjoy renowned slack key masters who are true ambassadors of their music, their culture and their land for an evening of traditional Hawaiian songs and authentic “talk-story”.  February 6 – Led Ka`apana; February 13 – Jim “Kimo” West; February 20 – Jeff Peterson; February 27 – Mark Yamanaka. Dinner/Show packages are available. Located at the Sea House Restaurant at the Napili Kai Beach Resort (except for November 28th show with Raiatea Helm), 5900 Lower Honoapi`ilani Hwy., Napili. Doors open 6:45 p.m., show begins 7:30 p.m., event ends at 9:30. For tickets and information call (888) 669-3858 or visit www.slackkeyshow.com.

Maui Humane Society’s Beach Buddies Visitor Program

Maui

Every Wednesday and Thursday: 
Maui Humane Society’s Beach Buddies Visitor Program.
Do you miss having a dog to spend your day with? Visitors and residents can sign up to take a homeless dog out for the day from the Maui Humane Society animal shelter. The shelter is easy to find as it is conveniently located in Pu`unene (central Maui) on Mokulele Hwy., between Kihei/Wailea and Kahului. Program participants will pick “their dog” up at 10 a.m. and bring them back no later than 3 p.m. MHS provides all the supplies, you just provide the fun! Advance registration is mandatory as space is often filled weeks in advance. Register online at www.mauihumanesociety.org.

The Big Game @ the MACC

Maui

Sunday, February 3: 
The Big Game @ the MACC.  Watch the game indoors on the huge screen in Castle Theater, outside in the Pavilion on a high-tech LED screen, or both; mix & mingle.  Why shop for snacks? Why cook? Why clean up? Come to the MACC and leave the hassle behind. Hot and cold beverages will be available for purchase in the courtyard before and during the game and food trucks will be on hand selling ‘ono grindz and snacks.  All ages welcome.  No coolers, outside food/beverages, or tailgating please.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Cameron Wy., Kahului.  Gates open at 12 noon.  Free admission.  For information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.