Archive for "Oahu"

Cemetery Pupu Theatre – For the Sake of Public Health

Oahu

Fridays & Saturday, June 20 – 28:
Cemetery Pupu Theatre – For the Sake of Public Health. Enjoy this unique dinner theatre experience at Oahu Cemetery where history comes alive for the evening. Meet the people who lived through Hawai`i’s history. This production focuses on medicine and health in 19th century Hawai`i. Hawaiian Mission Houses, 553 S. King St., Honolulu. Doors open at 5 p.m., performance begins at 6 p.m. $45 per person includes 2 complimentary drink tickets with cash bar after show. For information call (808) 447-3926 or visit www.missionhouses.org.

King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade and Ho`olaulea

Oahu

Saturday, June 14:
King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade and Ho`olaulea. This colorful celebration honors the reign of King Kamehameha, who was responsible for uniting the Hawaiian Islands under his rule in 1795. The Parade starts at 9 a.m. at King and Richards Streets in downtown Honolulu and the Ho`olaulea will be located at the Kaka`ako Makai Gateway Park, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Arrive early before 8 a.m. as the streets will be closed for the parade to pass through and reopened following the parade. For information call (808) 586-0333 or visit www.hawaii.gov/dags/kamehameha.

Pan Pacific Festival – Matsuri in Hawai`i

Oahu

Friday – Sunday, June 13 – 15:
Pan Pacific Festival – Matsuri in Hawai`i. This special three-day celebration includes a huge Friday night block party, hula festival and a grand parade along Kalakaua Avenue in Waikiki. The festival is located on Kalakaua St. between Lewers St. and Liliuokalani Ave. For information call (808) 926-8177 or visit www.pan-pacific-festival.com.

Hawai`i Wellness Fitness Expo

Oahu

Friday – Sunday, June 13 – 15:
Hawai`i Wellness Fitness Expo. Enjoy the most respected experts in motivational speaking, social media, business, career development and personal growth to educate and inspire throughout the weekend at free workshops. Special highlights include a Jr. StingRey Fitness Competition ages 8-18 years old, Book/reading area highlighting local Hawaiian authors/writers. Food demonstrations by the most talented chefs in Hawai`i showcase their culinary talents with easy healthy recipes (samples given to attendees). Demonstrations from Na Kane-Men of Paradise, Hawai`i Rugby Team, and Hawai`i Roller Derby will be doing special presentations on the main stage. Neal Blaisdell – Exhibition Hall, 777 Ward Avenue, Honolulu. Friday, 5 to 9 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information call (808) 394-8022 or visit www.hawaiiwellnessexpo.com.

Flight School for Girls

Oahu

Tuesday – Thursday, June 10 – 12:
Flight School for Girls. Three full days of introducing 6th through 8th grade female students to the history and science of flight. Immersive, hands on activities with an emphasis on Pacific aviation and fun 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $165 for the three-day program includes all materials, lunches, snacks, and a Flight School logo tee shirt.Flight School for Girls repeats: July 8th-10th. Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Historic Ford Island, Pearl Harbor. For information call (808) 441-1000 or visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.

2014 Summer Reggae Fest

Oahu

Saturday, June 7:
2014 Summer Reggae Fest. Featuring Maxi Priest, Big Mountain, and Mitchell Brunings, the Voice of Holland. Waikiki Shell, 2805 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu. Show starts at 5:30. For tickets and information call (808) 768-5252 or (800) 745-3000 or visit www.blaisdellcenter.com.

Battle of Midway Commemoration

Oahu

Saturday, June 7:
Battle of Midway Commemoration. The Museum marks the 72nd anniversary of the turning point of WWII with a special Midway program 2 – 4 p.m. Curator and Author Burl Burlingame will present a talk entitled “Flying Fortresses Over Midway” at 2 p.m., followed by a 3 p.m. presentation and behind-the scenes look at the restoration progress of the Museum’s Flying Fortress–the famous “Swamp Ghost” B-17E, by Restoration Manager Jim Martinelli. Free with Museum admission and free to Museum Members. Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Historic Ford Island, Pearl Harbor. For information call (808) 441-1000 or visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.

Doris Duke Theatre Summer Concert – Joshua Radin

Oahu

Friday, June 6:
Doris Duke Theatre Summer Concert – Joshua Radin. Chicago inner-city art teacher-turned-singer-songwriter Joshua Radin hits the Doris Duke Theatre stage to play his chart-topping wistful pop meditations. His evocative compositions have made them catnip for soundtracks, with his songs lending emotional weight to shows like Grey’s Anatomy, Scrubs, House, and countless other TV shows and films. Doris Duke Theatre, 900 S. Beretania St., Honolulu. For information call (808) 532-8700 or visit www.honolulumuseum.org.

First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District

Oahu

Friday, June 6:
First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District. Galleries and other arts venues open their doors for artist receptions, live music, and refreshments. Events are free and open to everyone. Gallery walk maps are available at various locations in the area. 5-9 p.m.   Downtown-Chinatown, The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu. For information call (808) 521-2903.

Doris Duke Theatre Summer Concert – Meiko

Oahu

Wednesday, June 4:
Doris Duke Theatre Summer Concert – Meiko. Acclaimed LA-based singer-songwriter Meiko exploded on the music scene in 2008 when she released her self-titled debut CD, which entered the iTunes Singer-Songwriter Album Chart at No. 1. Then Spin Magazine called out her atmospheric, languorous song Hawai`i as a “Song You Need to Download Now.” She’s at work on a new CD and fans can help her make it—she’s in the midst of crowd funding it on PledgeMusic.com. Doris Duke Theatre, 900 S. Beretania St., Honolulu. 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 532-8700 or visit www.honolulumuseum.org.