Historic Waimea Walking Tour
Every Monday:
Historic Waimea Walking Tour. Take a 3 hour walk back through time in the place where Captain Cook first landed in Waimea. Learn about the last King of Kaua`i, the missionaries, and other famous citizens of Waimea and the landmarks they left behind. West Kaua`i Technology & Visitor Center, 9565 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Waimea. 9:30 a.m. Registration required no later than noon the Friday before that Monday to schedule your tour. For reservations and information call (808) 338-1332.
Na Keiki `O Ka Aina (The Children of the Land)
Daily:
Na Keiki `O Ka Aina (The Children of the Land). Classes in Hawaiian and Polynesian Arts and Culture for Keiki & Adults. Most Keiki classes are free, adult classes request a donation to the non-profit organization. Located under the Whale Clock Tower in Kaua`i Village Shopping Center. For more information and class schedules call (808) 821-1234 or visit www.TheChildrenoftheLand.com.
Burns Supper 2015
Saturday, January 31:
Burns Supper 2015. Celebrate the birthday of Robert Burns, Scotland’s renowned National Poet born in 1759. Event sponsored by the Rotary Club of West Kauai. There is a dinner cost and it is table plated at Wranglers Restaurant, 9852 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Waimea. For tickets and information, please call Dave Walker at (808) 652-0616 or Colleen at (808) 346-1662.
Kaua`i Wellness Expo
Saturday & Sunday, January 24 & 25:
Kaua`i Wellness Expo. Expo will include speakers, workshops, products, and much more. $5 per day; $7 both days. Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall, 4191 Hardy St., Lihue. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Seniors and children 12 and under free. For information call (808) 652-4328 or visit www.kauaihwa.org.
Ka Moku O Manokalanipo Pa`ani Makahiki
Saturday, January 17:
Ka Moku O Manokalanipo Pa`ani Makahiki. This event honors the traditional time of year from November through February when Lono the god of agriculture and peace ruled the land. One of the ways that Lono was honored was through friendly competition. The games will include 10 games – Haka Moa, Ulu Maika, Ihe, Moa Pahee, Pa Uma, Uma, Kukini, Pohaku Hooikaika, and Hukihuki, plus a Konane tournament. Kamaaina and Mailihini (visitors) ages 5 and above are invited to compete in multiple events. Awards will be given for 1st – 3rd in each event and division, and for overall 1st – 3rd. There will also be cultural demonstrations, community displays, a Kaua`i made craft fair and ono food. No admission fee. Kapa`a Beach Park, Kapa`a, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information call (808) 635-9028.
Kauai Voices Sings Music of the Heart
Friday & Saturday, January 16 & 17:
Kauai Voices Sings Music of the Heart. Kauai Voices, the island’s highly popular 40-voice auditioned choral ensemble, presents a remarkable musical journey of love — good love, bad love, new love, love gained, love lost… Featuring songs from the movies — Rent, West Side Story, Chicago, The Pajama Game — and by such beloved composers as Bernstein, Sondheim, Gershwin, The Eagles, The Beatles and James Taylor. St. Michael and All Angels Church, 4364 Hardy St., Lihue. $12 in advance, $15 at the door. For tickets and information call (808) 822-0545.
Kauai Community Players 2015 – The Last Five Years
Fridays – Sundays, January 9 – 25:
Kauai Community Players 2015 – The Last Five Years. An ingenious two-character musical that chronicles a complete cycle of a relationship. The male character starts the story from the beginning and the female from the end until they meet in the middle. Puhi Theatrical Warehouse, 4411 E Kikowaena Rd., Puhi. Show times are Fridays & Saturdays 7 p.m., Sundays 4 p.m. Tickets are $15 to $25. For tickets and information call (808) 245-7700 or visit www.kauaicommunityplayers.org.
South Pacific
Wednesday Evenings:
South Pacific. This show is a classic musical and love story set in the South Pacific, and one of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s finest works. A lu`au style all you can eat buffet dinner is included with the show. Kauai Beach Resort, 433 Kauai Beach Dr., Lihue. Check in time is 5:15 p.m., doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner begins at 5:30 p.m., with the show starting at 6:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 346-6500 or visit www.southpacifickauai.com.
Historic Waimea Walking Tour
Every Monday:
Historic Waimea Walking Tour. Take a 3 hour walk back through time in the place where Captain Cook first landed in Waimea. Learn about the last King of Kaua`i, the missionaries, and other famous citizens of Waimea and the landmarks they left behind. West Kaua`i Technology & Visitor Center, 9565 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Waimea. 9:30 a.m. Registration required no later than noon the Friday before that Monday to schedule your tour. For reservations and information call (808) 338-1332 or visit www.westkauaivisitorcenter.org.
First Friday Pa`ina and Historical County Building Tour
Friday, January 2:
First Friday Pa`ina and Historical County Building Tour. Experience old-style music, local food, fun and friendship at the Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice Street, Lihue. Tour begins at 10 a.m., Pa`ina is 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Kauai Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue. Cost is $20 per person. Seating is limited, reservations are required. For directions and information call (808) 245-6931 or visit www.kauaimuseum.org.