November 10, 2019:
Sara Davis Buechner. Noted for her musical command, cosmopolitan artistry, and visionary independence, Sara Davis Buechner is one of the most original concert pianists of our time and will perform at the Kahilu Theatre Sunday, November 10, 2019 at 2 pm. Lauded for her “intelligence, integrity and all-encompassing technical prowess” (New York Times), “thoughtful artistry in the full service of music” (Washington Post), and “astounding virtuosity” (Philippine Star), Japan’s InTune magazine sums up: “Buechner has no superior.” The first half of Ms Buechner’s performance at the Kahilu will include classical works by Wolfgang Mozart—Fantasy in D minor KV 397, and Sonata in D major KC 284 “Dürnitz”—as well as Two Rhapsodies op. 79 composed by Johannes Brahms. After the intermission she will jazz things up a bit with relatively newer works by Variations on a Theme of Poulenec (1957) bu Kouji Taku and Rhapsody in Blue composed by George Gershwin.

November 08, 2019:
Ian O’Sullivan. Born and raised on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaiian guitarist and composer Ian O’Sullivan is well-versed in Hawaiian music and the ukulele and performs a range of styles from classical to Hawaiian slack key guitar. In 2011 he became the first person from Hawaii to receive a Master’s in Guitar from Yale University. Ian has performed internationally as well as throughout the United States including Carnegie’s Weill Recital Hall. In 2013 Ian released his first solo album “Born and Raised,” featuring his original compositions alongside music of fellow Hawaii composers. In 2016 he released his second album “Songs for the North Shore”- a set of original compositions written for specific places and stories from the North Shore of Oahu. Ian is currently based out of Honolulu and teaches Classical Guitar at the University of Hawaii.
Luce Unplugged is part of a series that highlights Hawaii artists in an intimate, more private setting. The series is generously sponsored by Jacques and Nancy Baenziger, Carol and Clive Davies, Suzanne Hill-Luce; The Kirk-Landry Ohana, The Rebecca K. Collection, and Mauna Kea Beach Hotel. Seating is limited. kahilutheatre.org

November 07, 2019: 
Alfred Hitchcock Film Series. Kahilu Theatre is proud to announce this year’s Classic Film Series featuring nine works by the renowned British film director, Alfred Hitchcock will be featured on the silver screen. Hitchcock’s timeless portrayal of human character and emotion once again will keep you riveted Thursdays at 10 am. Films featured include: Shadow of a Doubt – September 12 The Birds – September 19 Strangers on a Train – September 26 Rear Window – October 3 North by Northwest – October 10 Vertigo – October 17 Dial M for Murder – October 24 Psycho – October 31 Notorious – November 7 THIS EVENT IS FREE OF CHARGE

November 08, 2019 – November 09, 2019:
Mele Kalikimaka Craft & Gift Fair. Come support local vendors and a great cause ! A portion of the proceeds will be going towards The Hawaiian Humane Society. (Thirty one gifts, color street, Lularoe, and paparazzi) Windward Mall, Friday, Nov. 8th from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. & Sat. Nov. 9th from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Free to visit. islandcraftfairs.org/oahu

November 07, 2019 – December 26, 2019:
NTBG Free Weekly Hula Show. Come out the National Tropical Botancial Garden South Shore Visitors Center and experience a traditional hula performance. Halau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leinaala will perform a traditional Hula show highlighting the wahi pane, sacred places, of Kauai along with intriguing stories of the Hawaiian people and their connections with the gardens. Dancers will be accompanied by live Hawaiian music. Plus while you are there take time to enjoy McBryde and Allerton Gardens with tours happening throughout the day.

November 08, 2019 – December 27, 2019:
Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk. Join in the festivity! Every Friday evening, Old Town Hanapepe is bustling with fun & activity! With a wide variety of shopping, local crafters, several excellent restaurants, a dozen art galleries, stilt walkers, classics cars, live music and entertainment, there is always something for the whole family to enjoy! Every Friday from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

November 08, 2019 – November 09, 2019:
Hula O Na Keiki (29th Annual). Kaanapali Beach Hotel is proud to host its 29th annual Hula O Na Keiki – Maui’s only children’s solo hula competition. This year’s event will be held November 8-9, 2019 in the Kanahele ballroom. Children ages 5 to 17 compete in kahiko (traditional) and auana (modern) style hula, as well as oli (chant) and costume. The competition encourages its young participants to develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for the art of hula and its roots in Hawaiian culture. Kaanapali Beach Hotel is dedicated to supporting, honoring and perpetuating Hawaiian traditions and culture among today’s youth and for future generations. The weekend event includes local Maui arts and crafts, live Hawaiian entertainment, and features a Pop-Up Showcase and Sale by well-known Hawaiian designer Manaola. For tickets and a full schedule visit: www.hulaonakeiki.com.

November 08, 2019:
Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar and Ukulele Concert – Kauai Style. Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar & ukulele concert featuring songs & stories telling its history. Gift Drawing. Family Friendly. Tickets $25 ($20 Ages 13-19 & 50+; $10 Ages 6-12). Audience rating 20+ yrs is 99.3% “Excellent, Highlight of our trip!”.
This concert will ‘Tune your world to Aloha’! Award winning concert artists Doug & Sandy McMaster have 11 CDs to perpetuate the knowledge and experience of the endangered artform of traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and ukulele. Guided by the kupuna (elders), they have dedicated their lives to continuing the family tradition of slack key music.
The Hanalei community center is easy to find. In Hanalei, a block past the shopping center, turn towards the mountains at Malolo Rd. A small Hanalei Community Center sign is on the edge of Waioli Park soccer fields. Go 20 yards, turn left into the gravel parking area. The concert is in the brown building – Pohai Aloha (Circle of Aloha). Longitude: 22.201597 Latitude: -159.498873
Tickets and information at WWW.MCMASTERSLACKKEY.COM/LIVESHOWS.HTML or call (808) 826-1469
Accessible and Family Friendly Facility: This facility is accessible to all ages and abilities and is family friendly with nice grassy area and lanai for parents to take restless children during the concert and intermission. Endangered birds such as the Hawaiian stilt, Hawaiian coot, Hawaiian duck, Kolea (golden plover), and nene (Hawaiian goose), Pueo (Hawaiian owl) make their homes here.

November 06, 2019 – November 09, 2019:
Poipu Food & Wine Festival. Celebrating the bounty of the island and wealth of eateries on Kauai’s South Shore, the fourth annual Poipu Food and Wine Festival (PF&WF) will kick-off on September 18th.
Discover the freshest island ingredients at the weekly Kauai Culinary Market hosted by the Shops at Kukuiula and in partnership with the Kauai County Farm Bureau, September 18th from 3:30 to 6:00 pm in the traditional pau hana (after work) style.
Learn from the pros on Thursday, September 19th as local chefs offer hands-on cooking classes at various times and locations throughout the day. Registration includes a tasting, recipe card and commemorative gift. Classes are limited in size.
Then on Friday night groove to island music, while enjoying local delicacies served street-food style along with an outdoor beer and wine garden at The Shops at Kukuiula. This Flavors of Poipu features Kauai Community College (KCC) Culinary Arts Program with a special culinary demonstration at 5:45 pm. FREE with plates available for purchase, proceeds to benefit KCC.
New to the Festival this year is the PF&WF Night Market, where attendees will enjoy small plates and wine pairings from local and visiting chefs. Happening Saturday, September 21st.
The PFWF is a 3-day Festival, located on Kauai’s South Shore, hosted by the Poipu Beach Foundation and made possible through the support and generosity of the Hawaii Tourism Authority, The Shops at Kukuiula, The Club at Kukuiula and Kauai Community College Culinary Arts Program. poipubeach.org

November 07, 2019 – November 17, 2019:
Hawaii International Film Festival (39th Annual). ”HIFF is a must attend” (Entertainment Weekly), “the premiere American showcase for Asian cinema” (Hollywood Reporter) and “a launching pad for early films by younger directors” (Roger Ebert). HIFF is the festival of record for emerging works from the Pacific Rim, a destination of award winning films from major film festivals around the world, and an incubator for Hawaii-based and Native Hawaiian works that come from the vibrant and local creative industries. The festival has featured premiere screenings of many acclaimed films, including festival premieres such as SHOPLIFTERS, MOONLIGHT, THE HOST, CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON and many more. Past honorees include Quentin Tarantino, Ang Lee, Zhang Yimou, Samuel L Jackson, Koji Yakusho and Maggie Cheung, who all received lifetime achievement awards. Other guests include legendary Hong Kong director Wong Kar Wai (IN THE MOOD FOR LOVE, CHUNGKING EXPRESS), Japanese actor Ken Watanabe (LETTERS FROM IWO JIMA, LAST SAMURAI), anime master Satoshi Kon (PAPRIKA, MILLENNIUM ACTRESS, PERFECT BLUE), and New Zealand impresarios Jemaine Clement (FLIGHT OF THE CONCHORDS) and Taika Waititi. The 39th Annual Hawaii International Film Festival will be held November 7-17 2019 and will mark the festival’s 39th edition with a special focus on contemporary Asian, Pacific, and North American cinema, films produced in Hawaii, outdoor screenings, and our Student Showcase for filmmakers under 18 from Hawaii.