Archive for "June, 2015"

John Fogerty

Maui

Saturday, June 6:
John Fogerty. A true American treasure and one of popular music’s all-time greatest singers, guitar players, and songwriters, Originally the leader of Creedence Clearwater Revival, his impressive solo career includes hits like “Rockin’ All Over The World,” “The Old Man Down The Road,” “Rock And Roll Girls,” and “Centerfield”. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A&B Amphitheater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. Gates open at 5:30 p.m., concert begins at 7 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Keola and Moana Beamer & Makaha Sons: Arise Concert

Oahu

Friday, June 5:
Keola and Moana Beamer & Makaha Sons: Arise Concert. A benefit concert for Mental Health Kokua to help homelessness in Chinatown area. Activities begin at 5 p.m. in the Theatre’s Weyand Room which includes a silent auction, a photo exhibit, and a poster contest by high school students on Oahu. Hawai`i Theatre, 1130 Bethel St., Honolulu. For tickets and information call (808) 528-0506 or visit www.hawaiitheatre.com.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts

Kauai

Friday Evenings:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. June 5 – Honoring Raymond Kane; June 12 – Poina `Ole – Never to be Forgotten; June 19 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music; June 26 – Legends of Slack Key. Free gift drawing. Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors). Slack key guitar and `ukulele in the real old style.  All traditional music with songs and stories of the islands, telling the history of this Hawaiian musical art form. Voted 2014 Best Live Show in Hawai`i by Hawai`i Magazine Readers’ Choice Awards. A portion of the proceeds supports the Hale Halawai Ohana `O Hanalei. Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei. 4 to 6 p.m. For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.McMasterSlackKey.com.

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. June 5 – Wailuku, on Market Street; June 12 – Lahaina, on Front Street; June 19 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; June 26 – Kihei, on South Kihei Road, Azeka Shopping Center.  For more information visit www.MauiFridays.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. Dusk – 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.

Obon Dance & Festival

Kauai

Throughout the Month of June:
Obon Dance & Festival. The Obon tradition was brought to Hawai`i by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making. Free. Festivities and Dance schedules and locations are listed below:

  • Friday & Saturday, June 5 & 6: Waimea Shingon Mission, 9770-A Pule Road, Waimea. Dancing 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 337-1854.
  • Friday & Saturday, June 12 & 13: Kapa`a Jodo Mission, 4524 Haua`ala Rd., Kapa`a. Dancing 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 822-4319.
  • Friday & Saturday, June 19 & 20: West Kaua`i Hongwanji, Waimea Temple. 4675 Menehune Rd., Waimea. Dancing 7:30. For information call (808) 338-1537.
  • Friday & Saturday, June 26 & 27: Kapa`a Hongwanji Mission, 4-1170 Kuhio Hwy., Kapa`a. Service 6 p.m., Dancing 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 822-4667.

Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk

Kauai

Friday Evenings:
Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk. Stroll through the many art galleries in historic Old Town Hanapepe and meet the local artists from 6-9 p.m. Enjoy shopping at local vendors, several restaurants, art galleries, stilt walkers, classic cars, live music and entertainment. For information call (808) 335-6469.

John Fogerty in Concert

Oahu

Friday, June 5:
John Fogerty in Concert. Songwriter, lead singer & lead guitarist for Creedence Clearwater Revival and one of rock’s most influential musicians and writers, his most recent album was named one of RS’s 10 Best Albums of 2013. Blaisdell Arena, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu. 6:30 p.m. Tickets available at www.ticketmaster.com or all Ticketmaster outlets including the Blaisdell Box Office, Walmart stores throughout Hawai`i, or charge by phone at 1 (800) 745-3000.

Hawaiian Islands Land Trust: Talk Story on the Land Moonlight Hike – Hawea Point, Kapalua

Maui

Friday, June 5:
Hawaiian Islands Land Trust: Talk Story on the Land Moonlight Hike – Hawea Point, Kapalua. Meet at the Public parking area of Kapalua Bay Villas. Learn about cultural history and uau kani seabirds. For reservations call (808) 244-5263 or email malia@hilt.org. $25 suggested donation as light appetizers and refreshments will be provided. Kapalua Bay Villas, 500 Bay Drive, Lahaina. 6 to 9 p.m. For more information visit www.hilt.org.

Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park

Big Island

Every Friday:
Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. A free hands-on demonstration lesson is given in a cultural craft that varies each week. Held at Volcano Art Center Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All events are free (donations welcome); park entrance fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.