Archive for "March, 2019"

The 9th Annual Anahola Prince Kuhio Day Celebration

Kauai

Saturday, March 16: 
The 9th Annual Anahola Prince Kuhio Day Celebration.
  This event will reaffirm the leadership, stewardship, and vision of Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalaniana`ole and his legacy in perpetuating the growth of healthy Hawaiian community on `aina ho`opulapula (homesteads land).  Participate in a day of fun filled activities. There will be educational, cultural, health and wellness exhibits for the whole family. Enjoy live music, entertainment, and hula performances in celebrating the past and embracing the future of Prince Kuhio’s legacy. There will also be food and craft booths too.  Ho`okupu (offering) protocol ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. Admission is free. This is an alcohol and drug free event.  Anahola Beach Park, Anahola. Directions: turn makai (towards ocean) from highway 56 on to Anahola Road. 11 to 4 p.m. For information call (808) 392-6119. 

Annual Magic Spectacular Benefit

Big Island

Saturday, March 16: 
Annual Magic Spectacular Benefit.
  Benefiting SKEA (Society for Kona’s Education & Art). Featuring a famous magician as a headliner, with local favorites Barry “The Great Barusky” Gitelson, Arnie “Arneleo the Great” Rabin, and others performing as well. Aloha Theatre, 79-7384 Hawai`i Belt Rd., Kealakekua.. Shows at 2:30 and 7 p.m. Call (808) 328-9392 for more information. Tickets are available at www.apachawaii.org. For more information, visit www.skea.org.

Henry Kapono’s Artist 2 Artist Series: Featuring Brother Noland

Oahu

Wednesday, March 13: 
Henry Kapono’s Artist 2 Artist Series: Featuring Brother Noland.
  Join GRAMMY® Award nominee Henry Kapono as he opens each show with his own classic hits, then talks one on one with the featured artist, “deconstructing” their career, artist to artist. The show wraps up with an intimate jam session you don’t want to miss. Henry Kapono continues the second season of his hit “Artist 2 Artist Concert Series” with one of Hawai`i’s favorites, Brother Noland. Born and raised in Kalihi-Palama on the island of Oahu, Brother Noland is most famous for his original song “Coconut Girl,” which birthed the “Jawaiian” contemporary style (fusion of Hawaiian & Reggae) music. He has won numerous Na Hoku Hanohano Awards including Best Reggae Album and his music is featured in several movies including “Pineapple Express” and “Snakes in the Plane.” He is regularly featured in Slack Key Guitar festivals around the islands.  Blue Note Hawai`i, 2335 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu.  7 to 8:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 777-4890 or visit www.bluenotehawaii.com.

Sunday Fun Day at the Dole Plantation

Oahu

Sunday, March 10: 
Sunday Fun Day at the Dole Plantation. 
Celebrate a day of festivities at the Dole Plantation. Funds raised from food booths, games, Keiki Carnival and activities will help support local schools and other programs. There will be live music, hula performances, a lion dance, prizes given out, and more.  Take the Pineapple Maze challenge, and get a two-for-one entrance fee. Dole Plantation, 64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy., Wahiawa. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Free admission. For more information visit www.doleplantation.com.

Princeville Night Market

Kauai

Sunday, March 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.

Slack Key Guitar Concerts

Kauai

Sunday Afternoons: 
Slack Key Guitar Concerts. 
Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts.  March 3 – For the Birds; March 10 – `Ohana Slack Key; March 17 – Spirit of Slack Key; March 24 – Legends of Slack Key; March 31 – Your Island of Peace.  Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and ukulele concerts featuring songs and stories telling its history.  Tickets $25 general admission, $20 Ages 13-19 & over 50, keiki under 5 free. Free gift drawing.  A portion of the proceeds supports the Hale Halawai `Ohana `O Hanalei.  Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Hwy., Hanalei.  3 to 5 p.m.  For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.mcmasterslackkey.com.

Hula Kahiko Performance

Big Island

Saturday, March 9: 
Hula Kahiko Performance.
Hula halau from across Hawai`i and beyond perform in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting at the kahua hula (platform) in the Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, located just a short walking distance from the Volcano Art Gallery in Ka`auea. 10:30 a.m.  Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mat. Event is free, park fees apply. Date is subject to change; to confirm dates, call (808) 987-7288. Held in conjunction with the Hula Kahiko performances, enjoy a display of “Na Mea Hula” (all things hula). Visitors share in a variety of instruments, implements and lei styles that play an integral role in the life of the hula practitioner. This memorable demonstration is hands-on and family friendly.  Lanai of the Volcano Art Gallery. 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.  For more information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalaniana`ole

Kauai

Saturday, March 9: 
Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalaniana`ole.
  Kaua`i Museum hosts the celebration of Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalaniana`ole. Born on March 26, 1871 in Kukui`ula, Koloa on Kaua`i. An heir to King Kaumuali`i the last King of Kaua`i. Educated on O`ahu, California and England, he returned to take a prominent role in government. He established the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act in 1921. Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue. 10:30 a.m. to noon.  For information call (808) 245-6931 or visit www.kauaimuseum.org.

Second Saturdays at Hawai`i State Art Museum

Oahu

Saturday, March 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.

The 24th Annual Kona Brewers Festival

Big Island

Saturday, March 9: 
The 24th Annual Kona Brewers Festival. 
Nestled against Kamakahonu Bay, and overlooking the`Ahu`ena heiau, the Kona Brewer’s Festival offers an experience unique to Hawai`i Island. Produced in the spirit of Pualu (working together) and Malama Pono (respecting the land), the festival draws thousands of people together to enjoy incredible craft beer, island style cuisine, great music and the company of good friends. Add to that the views of Kailua village and the trembling blue horizon of the Pacific Ocean, the stage is set for an authentic Hawaiian experience. Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha’sKona Beach Hotel, 75-5660 Palani Rd., Kailua-Kona. 3 to 7 p.m.   No one under the ages of 21 will be admitted to the festival. For more information and tickets, call (808) 938-7376 or visit www.konabrewersfestival.com.