March 11, 2020 – March 20, 2020:
Exhibit: NIUHI-SHARK: Honoring Kamehameha the Great in Paint and Prose. The Donkey Mill Art Center is honored to present NIUHI-SHARK: Honoring Kamehameha The Great in Paint & Prose featuring original paintings created by Carl F. K. Pao paired with selections from the book Kamehameha–The Rise of a King by Kāwika Eyre with illustrations by Brook Parker. The exhibit was created in 2019 in commemoration of the 200th anniversary of King Kamehameha’s passing in West Hawai`i.

March 21, 2020 – September 19, 2020:
Traditional Coconut Weaving with Maui Grown 808. Learn to work with lau niu (coconut leaves): weave, pattern, shaping, and form. Participants will weave a lei poo (head lei), peahi (fan), and a hanging umeke (basket) with cultural practitioners, Ui Kahue and Mario Siatris. Cost: $65, or $40 for current garden members. Email info@mnbg.org for reservations. Workshop support provided by Hawaii Tourism through the Kukulu Ola Program. Additional classes will be held on 6/20 & 9/19.

March 09, 2020:
E Kanikapila Kakou 2020 – “Hula, Mele & Moolelo” featuring Keala and LT Smooth. EKK Audience will need to hold on to their seats as Keale and LT Smooth join forces to bring their unique brand of Hawaiian music to the EKK stage. Both are popular musicians but when they join forces, expect the unexpected, as they each thrive on serendipitous encounters with each other, with the audience and whatever the evening brings to the table. Keale has just released a new album, and LT Smooth travels extensively sharing his story and music with worldwide audiences.
All EKK gigs are held in the Jasmine Ballroom of the Kauai Beach Resort from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. A suggested donation in the calabash of $10 -$15 treats you to an unforgettable evening of aloha from the heart.
A no-host bar and food concession in the ballroom operates throughout the event. All EKK events are open to the public.
If you have a disability and need assistance please email Carol Yotsuda at giac05@icloud.com.
The E Kanikapila Kakou 2020 Hawaiian Music Program is funded in part by Hawaii Tourism through the Community Enrichment program, supported by the County of Kauai Office of Economic Development, the Kauai Beach Resort, and the Garden Island Arts Council and EKK supporters.

March 08, 2020:
The Farmers’ Market at Hamakua Harvest. Located at the intersection of Mamane St. and Mamalahoa Hwy in Historic Honokaa Town, offers only locally produced goods, ono food, live music, and a free educational event weekly. It’s beautiful location and celebratory character provides a vibrant social gathering place for the whole family. Nice, leashed dogs are welcome, SNAP/EBT warmly accepted! Drink a coconut, buy a t-shirt and experience the warm hospitality of Hamakua. Every Sunday from 9:00am to 2:00pm Email info@hamakuaharvest.org for more information

March 08, 2020:
Indian Ink: Mrs.Krishnan’s Party. Award winning New Zealand based Indian Ink Theatre Company returns to Honolulu with a production of “Mrs. Krishnan’s Party” and you’re invited! Step into the back room of Mrs. Krishnan’s dairy where garlands decorate the ceiling, music flows and Mrs. Krishnan is throwing a party like no other. Food simmers on the stove, laughter abounds and strangers become friends in this joyous celebration of life. events.leeward.hawaii.edu

March 08, 2020 – April 03, 2020:
Exhibit: Art Maui 2020. Exhibit: Schaefer International Gallery Open every day, 10am – 5 pm (Also open before Castle Theater shows and during intermission) Art Maui returns for its 42nd annual juried show featuring an array of work from Maui’s vibrant artist community and showcasing talents across a wide spectrum of media. Visitors can look forward to seeing works in painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, fiber, jewelry, sculpture, and mixed media. FREE Admission!

March 08, 2020:
Hinamatsuri – Girl’s Day Festival Brunch Celebration. Join in a traditional celebration of Hinamatsuri – Girl’s Day Festival – at Kaanapali Beach Hotel. Enjoy special dishes at our brunch buffet including Char Siu Glazed Pork Loin, Roasted Shoyu Chicken Thighs, Wok-Fried Mahi Mahi, Kim Chee Fried Rice, and made-to-order Saimin! Girls can participate in kimono dress-up and photo taking, and Japanese crafts. Sunday, March 8th, from 9am to 1pm. Adults: $50, Children (6 to 12yrs.): $28, Children (5 and under): FREE with paying adult. Reservations are required: call 667-0124 or visit www.TikiTerraceRestaurant.com.

March 08, 2020:
Maui Pops Orchestra Spring Pops Concert. A truly captivating entertainer, Capathia Jenkins returns to the Maui Pops Orchestra stage to provide an afternoon of pure bliss – this time sharing the spotlight with the phenomenal vocalist/pianist Tony DeSare. DeSare was named the 2009 Rising Star Male Vocalist in Downbeat magazine, and his career has been on fire ever since. Along with the 50+ member Maui Pops Orchestra, these two engaging talents will explore The Great American Songbook, featuring music of George & Ira Gershwin, Irving Berlin, Richard Rodgers & Lorenz Hart, and so much more!
Tickets: $60, $50, $35, $22 plus applicable fees – ½ price for Kaunoa seniors and students 18 & under in the $60/$50/$35 price sections. 808-242-SHOW or online at www.mauiarts.org

March 07, 2020:
Lei Court Selection Event (92nd Annual). The first Lei Day was in 1927 and celebrated in downtown Honolulu with a few people wearing lei.  From that it grew and more and more people began to wear lei on May 1.  We are told that the first celebration and exhibit of lei was at the Bank of Hawaii.  In 1928, the first lei queen was Nina Bowman.  Mayor Charles Arnold crowned Lei Queen Nina Bowman here in Honolulu.
Each year, the lei court is selected from one of the four rotating groups:

18-30 years             Nā Opio (The Youth)

31-45 years              Nā Mākua (The Adults)

46-60 years             Na Makua Oo (The Elders in Training)

61 and over              Na Kupuna (The Elders)

This year (2020) is the year of Na Makua.  One lei king or queen and up to two lei princes and/or princesses will be selected.

Each contestant vying for top honors will be scored on:

·  Kumuhana o ka lei (lei making skills – they have one hour to make a lei wili on site);

·  Kūlana Lei (poise and personality);

·  Olelo Pelekane and Olelo Hawaii (speaking in both English and Hawaiian); and,

· Hula Auana (modern hula).

The schedule for the day is as follows (times approximate and subject to change):

·  9:00 a.m., Opening/Welcome

·  9:30 a.m., Kumuhana o ka Lei (lei making)

·  10:45 a.m., Kulana Lei (poise, personality, speaking in English and Hawaiian)

·  Noon, break for lunch on your own

·  1:45 p.m., Hula Auana

·  3:30 p.m., Announcement of 2019 Lei Court.

This event is free and open to the public.  For more information about the 92nd Annual Lei Court Selection Event and the 93rd Annual Lei Day Celebration, you may visit www.honolulu.gov or call (808) 768-3041.

March 07, 2020:
Classical Guitar Concert. Musician Aaron Cardenas will perform a concert showcasing a wide range of styles, from Hawaiian to Brazilian to Baroque. Aaron Cardenas is a classical guitarist born and raised in Kaneohe, Oahu. He received a Bachelor of Music in guitar performance from University of Hawaii, and a Masters of Music degree and a Masters of Musical Arts in guitar performance from Yale University. This free one-hour event is suitable for ages 11 and older.