June 25, 2019:
Shakka Band’s Tribute to Santana. Shakka will be performing at Blue Note Hawaii with 2 shows nightly at 6:30pm & 9:00pm. Shakka is a Santana tribute band from Honolulu Hawaii recreating the sound and looks of Carlos Santana and his band taking everyone on a musical journey back to 1969 Woodstock where it all started into the current “Supernatural” album. Doors open at 5:00pm and 8:30pm respectively. Seating first come first served, no reserved seating. $10 minimum food or beverage purchase required per guest, not included in ticket price. Call our box office (808)777-4890 for inquiries.

June 21, 2019:
Picnic on the Pier Summer Series at the Battleship Missouri Memorial (5th Annual) Picnic on the Pier at the Battleship Missouri Memorial. The Battleship Missouri Memorial is hosting its 5th annual “Picnic on the Pier” on Friday, June 21 from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. on Pier Foxtrot-5 at Pearl Harbor. The event includes prize giveaways, keiki (children) activities, free tours of the Mighty Mo (valued at $29 for adults), and live entertainment by Jeff James. BYOFD (Bring Your Own Food & Drink) to the event. Grills and glass containers are prohibited. Food and craft beverages are also available for purchase from Tin Hut BBQ, Franks Burgers, the Streatz truck, a pop-up beverage tent and Jamba Juice. Pre-sale tickets can be purchased online and are $10 for adults ($15 day of) and $5 for keiki (children) ages 4-12 ($10 day of). Tables with premium front views of the harbor are for sale at $150. This package accommodates admission for 8 and includes exclusive Mighty Mo swag. For those without base access, a complimentary shuttle will be available from the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center.

Sunday, June 23, 2019:
28th Annual Kī Hō`alu Guitar Festival. Join us for one of Maui’s favorite family events! Some of Hawai‘i’s best slack key guitar players will perform a full afternoon of melodious Hawaiian music. 
Artists performing in the festival this year include Halemanu, Lance Takamiya, Brother Noland, Danny Carvalho, Michael Ka’awa, Wilson Kanakaole, Tavana, Dwight Kanae, John Keanaaina, Ka‘eo, Kamuela Kahoano, Pa‘ani, Wesley Furumoto, Will Tafolo, Aja Gample, Jonah Domingo, George Kuo, Will Tafolo, Wesley Furumoto, & Michael Kaawa. (artist list subject to change)
Kī Hō`alu, translating literally from the Hawaiian as “loosen the key,” indicating the tuning in slack key guitar technique, is a musical tradition dating back to 19th century paniolo who played around the campfire after completing a day of ranch work.
Slack key has become known as one of the world’s great acoustic guitar methods, especially since the Grammy Awards recognized Hawaiian music as a category all its own.
An abundance of relaxed lawn seating gives the event an informal, local-style atmosphere, making it easy to lounge all afternoon. Festival-goers are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs, blankets, or lauhala mats and relax on the grassy lawn to fully enjoy the laid-back music by famed guitar players.
This is a family-friendly event: All generations can enjoy the slack key guitar tradition, with both new music and classic favorites. Island crafters and merchants will be on site with displays of local arts & crafts for purchase, and food trucks will serve a variety of tasty lunch and dessert options.
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Sunday, June 23, 2019:
11th Annual Mango Festival Free Community Event
Hale Halawai Beach Park
Ali’i Drive, Kailua-Kona
10 am – 5 pm
As with ALL our Festivals, this is a FREE Event
The Free 11th Annual Mango Festival features
Mango Grafting, Mango Growing, Mango Variety Tasting, Mango Food Preparation & Sampling
Enjoy continuous Live Music, Hula, presentations, demonstrations, arts, crafts, delicious Vegan.
Foods and FUN for the entire family.
Looking forward to sharing the JOYS of MANGOES!!!
Zero Waste: Paper or recyclable utensils, attendees are encouraged to bring their own.
Please call me with any questions or just to say Aloha!
(808) 936-5233
In Peace and Aloha,
Randyl Rupar
The Sanctuary of Mana Ke`a Gardens,
State of Hawai`i 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization

Saturday, June 22, 2019 – 7:00 PM:
Zenshin Daiko’s 20th Annual Taiko Festival Concert. With special guests, Roy and PJ Hirabayashi of the prestigious San Jose Taiko, along with esteemed musician, educator, and composer, Eien Hunter-Ishikawa of Portland, OR
Zenshin Daiko’s 20th annual taiko festival concert will be a celebration of outstanding musicianship played with upbeat fun and boundless heart! 
The nonprofit organization is dedicated to teaching taiko to children and has grown from a small, local taiko group to one that has achieved national and international recognition.
Since forming in 1999, ZD has had over 50 performances a year and had its 1,000th gig this past January!  Zenshin Daiko has also been recognized as a leading builder of taiko drums from used wine barrels, building most of their own drums and helping to repair taiko for other groups.
They will be joined by Roy Hirabayashi, cofounder, and PJ Hirabayashi, artistic director emeritus, of the prestigious San Jose Taiko, along with esteemed musician, educator, and composer, Eien Hunter-Ishikawa of Portland, OR.
Since forming in 1999, Zenshin Daiko has performed in cultural and community events all over Hawaii and in California, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Texas, Nevada, and Japan. For more information visit http://www.zenshindaiko.com 
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June 21, 2019:
Aloha Friday at VAC Gallery: Hula & Oli with Kaho‘okele Crabbe. Aloha Friday cultural demonstrations are held each week from 11 am – 1 pm on the porch of Volcano Art Center Gallery in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. This week’s offerings include: hula and oli with Kaho‘okele Crabbe.
Kumu hula of Hālau Ke Ola o Ka Lani, Moses Kaho‘okele Crabbe shares his extensive knowledge to teach the basics of hula, language and chant.
These free cultural events are supported in part by a grant from the County of Hawai`i, Dept. of Research and Development and the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority.

June 21, 2019 – June 22, 2019:
Mango Jam Honolulu.  Everyone is invited to celebrate Hawaii’s love for mango and island culture at the fifth annual Mango Jam Honolulu. The FREE event will take place on Friday, June 28, from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., and on Saturday, June 29, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on the Frank F. Fasi Civic Center Grounds surrounding Honolulu Hale. Mango Jam Honolulu offers residents and visitors “A Taste of Island Culture” by featuring a multicultural mix of local food, crafts and entertainment unique to our island home. The family-friendly event will feature award winning live entertainment, a beer garden with mango inspired cocktails, food booths, made in Hawaii craft vendors, a farmers’ market showcasing local produce, and the Mango Recipe Contest and Mango BBQ Cook-Off between two surprise local celebrity chefs! FREE parking for Mango Jam Honolulu will be available in the city’s municipal parking lot (entrance off of S. Beretania Street) and the Joint Traffic Management Center parking lot (entrance off of Alapai Street). For additional information, visit www.mangojamhonolulu.com or call 768-MOCA.

Friday, June 21, 2019 – 7:00 PM:
Nā Palapalai – Back to the Patch
Gates open at 6:00 pm Celebrating their reunion and Hawaiian Music, Nā Palapalai returns to the MACC for a FREE music and hula celebration in the A&B Amphitheater and Yokouchi Pavilion.
Note: This event was originally planned to happen at the Grand Wailea, but has been moved to the Maui Arts & Cultural Center.  All are welcome and no  RSVP or event ticket will be needed for this FREE community event.  Come on over, and bring your friends!
Seven of Maui’s hālau will dance with the group and perform together under the stars. Participating hālau include:
Kumu Hula Keali’i Reichel, Hālau Kealaokamaile; Kumu Hula Nāpua Greig, Hālau Nā Lei Kaumaka O Uka; Kumu Hula Kahulu Maluo, Hālau Kamaluokaleihulu; Nā Kumu Hula Iliahi & Haunani Paredes, Hālau Kekuaokala’au’ala’iliahi; Kumu Hula Kamaka Kukona, Hālau O Ka Hanu Lehua; Nā Kumu Hula Kapono’ai Molitau & Sissy Lake Farm, Hālau Nā Hanona Kulike O Pi’ilani; and Kumu Hula Hōkύlani Holt, Pā’ū O Hi’iaka.
Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets, lauhala mats, or low-back chairs to relax on the lawn in an informal, local-style, family-friendly atmosphere. Chair seating will be available for kupuna so all generations can enjoy an evening of music and hula. Nā Palapalai merchandise will be available for purchase, including CDs, shirts, Ni’ihau earrings & jewelry.
Food and beverage will be available for purchase, including food trucks serving up a variety of tasty meals and desserts. 
Please note: no large bags/duffels, backpacks, or outside food or beverage can be allowed into the amphitheater. mauiarts.org

June 20, 2019:
A Whale Tale. Wild Aloha Foundation presents “A Whale Tale”
Pau hana fundraiser for the Whales & Pacific Whale Foundation
June 20, 2019 | 5-8pm | The Hi Brau Room
The goal of this fundraiser is to educate the community on our surrounding marine life (with a focus on the False Killer Whales), and to raise funds to donate to our featured organization, Pacific Whale Foundation. It’s contributions like ours that allow them to stay active on the front lines rescuing and protecting our disappearing wildlife.
Limited tickets available & include: – Entry to “A Whale Tale” fundraiser – Pupus – 2 beer or well drink tickets – Prizes – Free valet parking – Footage of local False Killer Whales – Information on PWF & their False Killer Whale project (additional food/drinks available for purchase)
100% of profits from this event will be donated to Pacific Whale Foundation (tickets go directly to support PWF and are non-refundable).
Mahalo for being a part of the solution! See you at the event!

June 19, 2019:
Kona Nui Nights. Kona Nui Nights is a free monthly event that honors and highlights Hawaiian language, music, and the art of hula.
The event starts at 6:00 pm and the doors will open at 5:30 pm. There is limited seating and a cash bar available at the event (Outside alcohol will not be permitted). If you are hungry before or after the show, be sure to stop by one of the fantastic Ward Village restaurants that are just steps away from the Ward Village Courtyard.
If you do not have tickets, there will be a standby line that will be able to enter at 6:00 pm. Free parking is available in the TJ Maxx parking garage or in the Ward Centre parking garage.