Archive for "October, 2013"

Wiki Wiki One Day Vintage Collectibles & Hawaiiana Show

Oahu

Sunday, October 6: 
Wiki Wiki One Day Vintage Collectibles & Hawaiiana Show.  An all vintage (20 yrs & older) collectibles and antiques show and sale. Shop 92 tables with vendors from Oahu, Outer Islands, and Mainland U.S. This is Hawai`i’s only strictly vintage show with no pre-sales to vendors. Where Hawaiian pickers shop!  Blaisdell Hawai`i Suites, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu.  10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  $4.50.  Early Entry fee $15 at 9 a.m.  For information call (808) 941-9754 or visit www.ukulele.com.

`Ohana Day – Makahiki Sports and Games

Kauai

Saturday, October 5:
`Ohana Day – Makahiki Sports and Games.
  Enjoy a day of sports and games with the Hokulea Crew along with a Hula demonstration by Blaine Kia.  Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information call (808) 245-6931.

Hawaiian Electric’s Clean Energy Fair

Oahu

Saturday, October 5: 
Hawaiian Electric’s Clean Energy Fair.  Enjoy live, local performances from Na Hoku Hanohano award winning artist Weldon Kekauoha and Ka Hale I o Kahala Halau Hula. There will also be a special performance by Mad Science Hawai`i for the kids and energy games and prizes for the entire family. Visit educational booths presented by Hawaiian Electric and other energy-related companies to learn how to help support a sustainable, clean energy future for Hawai`i.  Kahala Mall, near Macy’s, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  For information call (808) 543-7731 or visit www.hawaiianelectric.com.

17th Annual Coconut Festival

Kauai

Saturday & Sunday, October 5 & 6: 
17th Annual Coconut Festival. Celebrate all that is Coconut with unique coconut crafts, coconut games, delicious coconut foods and contests with some of the best crafters, artists and entertainers in Hawai`i. Enjoy non-stop music, taiko drummers, hula, and fun. Live music with Makuakane on Saturday and Amy Hanaiali`i on Sunday. Lots of fun for keiki too. With a children’s stage, petting zoo, inflatables and coconut activities. Cooking demos by some of the island’s best chefs. $3 per person, keiki 12 and under free. Kapa`a Beach Park, Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  For information call (808) 652-4988 or visit www.kbakauai.org.

Zoofari 2013 – Lion’s Pride, A Benefit Gala for the Honolulu Zoo Society

Oahu

Saturday, October 5: 
Zoofari 2013 – Lion’s Pride, A Benefit Gala for the Honolulu Zoo Society.  Heed the call of the wild and support the Honolulu Zoo at this annual fundraiser at the Hilton Hawaiian Village, 2005 Kalia Rd., Honolulu. The Coral Ballroom will be transformed into a jungle setting befitting a lion’s pride. Guests will enjoy a sit-down dinner as well as live and silent auctions featuring many one-of-a-kind experiences including unique animal encounters.  5-9 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 926-3191, ext 155, or visit www.honoluluzoo.org.

39th Annual Honolulu Intertribal Powwow

Oahu

Saturday & Sunday, October 5 & 6: 
39th Annual Honolulu Intertribal Powwow.  Local and mainland singers, drummers, and dancers from many Native American nations come together to celebrate and honor their cultures.  Enjoy Native American tacos, frybread, educational booths, and children’s crafts, with Native vendors. Intertribal dancing is open to everyone. Thomas Square Park in Honolulu, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  An alcohol and drug-free event. Bring chairs and blankets for seating.  For information call (808) 392-4479 or visit www.honoluluintertribalpowwow.com.

Aloha Theater: “Young Frankenstein”

Big Island

Weekends, October 4 – 27: 
Aloha Theater: “Young Frankenstein”.  A musical with book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, music by Brooks. Dr. Frankenstein’s grandson, after years of living down the family reputation, inherits granddad’s castle and repeats the experiments. Based on Mel Brooks’ 1974 comedy film of the same name.  Fridays and Saturdays 7:30, Sundays 2:30. Aloha Theater in Kainaliu, 8 miles south of Kailua-Kona.  Reserved seats call (808) 322-9924 or online www.alohatheater.com or tickets at the door one hour before showtime. But best to reserve in advance–these plays often sell out. Aloha Theater, 79-7384 Mamalahoa Hwy., Kealakekua.  For information and tickets, call (808) 322-9924 or visit www.alohatheater.com.

Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum

Maui

Every Friday: 
Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum.  Step back in time and visit the Baldwin Home Museum with a tour by candle light. Tours include free light refreshments on the lanai. 6:00 -8:30 p.m. Located on the corner of Front and Dickenson Street in the heart of historic Lahaina. Admission: $7 per person/$5 Senior Citizens (65+), Military and Kama`aina/children 12 & under free.  For information visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Maui Friday Town Parties

Maui

Every Friday:
Maui Friday Town Parties. Enjoy food, live entertainment, shopping and art. Many retailers, galleries and boutiques operate extended hours and highlight special promotions. Crafters, artisans and culinary wizards add their creativity to the event.  6-9 p.m.  October 4 – Wailuku, on Market Street; October 11 – Lahaina, on Front Street; October 18 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; October 25 – Kihei, on South Kihei Road, Azeka Shopping Center.  For more information visit www.mauifridays.com.

Hawaiian Pa`ina (luau)

Kauai

Friday, October 4: 
Hawaiian Pa`ina (luau).  Enjoy a day of family, sun and fun in the courtyard of the Kaua`i Museum to celebrate the community. Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue.  10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  For information call (808) 245-6931.