Flight School for Boys
Tuesday – Thursday, June 3 – 5:
Flight School for Boys. Three full days of introducing 6th through 8th grade male 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 Boys repeats: June 17th-19th, 24th -26th.Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Historic Ford Island, Pearl Harbor. For information call (808) 441-1000 or visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.
Jazz Minds
Every Monday through Saturday Night:
Jazz Minds. A fun, eclectic café, featuring live Jazz music, cocktails and pupus, served in an ultra comfy, hip setting. Different bands perform nightly. 1661 Kapiolani Blvd., near the Ala Moana Shopping Center. 6:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. nightly. For information call (808) 945-0800 or visit www.honolulujazzclub.com.
Hawai`i Pops “Orchestra Series” #6, with Al Jarreau
Saturday, May 31:
Hawai`i Pops “Orchestra Series” #6, with Al Jarreau. This is Hawai`i Pops’ Premiere Season Finale, Dance and Concert, starring Music Legend Al Jarreau. Hawai`i Convention Center Ballroom, 1801 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, 8 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 550-8457 or visit hawaiipops.tix.com.
16th Annual Lantern Floating Hawai`i
Monday, May 26:
16th Annual Lantern Floating Hawai`i. Residents and visitors gather at Ala Moana Beach Park to honor loved ones and generate hope for the future. Ceremony begins at 6 p.m. For more information call (808) 942-1848 or visit www.lanternfloatinghawaii.com.
Ukulele Picnic in Hawai`i
Sunday, May 25:
Ukulele Picnic in Hawai`i. An event that aims to share the ukulele with people of all ages and nationalities, well-known ukulele players from Hawai`i, Japan, and around the world will converge to make music along Oahu’s south shore until sunset. Kaka`ako Waterfront Park, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy a variety of booths featuring Hawaiian crafts, food, activities for kids, and a luxury ukulele raffle. Admission is free. Complimentary shuttle buses will be available between Waikiki and Kaka`ako Waterfront Park. For information call (808) 312-4381 or visit www.ukulelepicnicinhawaii.org/en.
4th Annual International Ukulele Contest & Hula Show
Saturday, May 24:
4th Annual International Ukulele Contest & Hula Show. Enjoy a contest between ‘ukulele stars ready to take their talents to the next level. Ala Moana Shopping Center, Center Stage, 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event is part of the Annual Ukulele Picnic in Hawai`i. For information or to participate in the contest, call (808) 312-4381 visit www.ukulelepicnicinhawaii.org/contest.
Makahiki Challenge 2014
Saturday, May 24:
Makahiki Challenge 2014. The Makahiki Challenge is a 3+ mile obstacle journey through tireless hills, rough terrain, mud pits and more. Designed to test your physical endurance and mental toughness this challenge will make sure that you “go all out.” Located at Kualoa Ranch, 49-560 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohi. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Early bird special $35 registration. For more information and to register, visit www.makahikichallenge.com.
Na Hoku Hanohano Awards
Saturday, May 24:
Na Hoku Hanohano Awards. This awards ceremony for Hawai`i recording industry is the equivalent of the Grammy Awards. Awards ceremony, including music performances, will be televised live. Hawai`i Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. 4-6 p.m. For information call (808) 593-9424 or visit www.nahokuhanohano.org.
Hawai`i Ukulele Museum Benefit Concert
Friday , May 23:
Hawai`i Ukulele Museum Benefit Concert. Headlining the concert are award winning favorite local artists including Don Tiki, Aiden James, Byron Yasui, Benny Cong, and Raiatea Helm with Bryan Tolentino. There is an exclusive silent auction during the event with rare and valuable ukuleles from aNueNue, Kanile’a and more. Complimentary pupu are included with ticket purchase. Hawai`i Prince Hotel, Mauna Kea Ballroom, 100 Holomoana St., Waikiki. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., concert starts at 6:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 372-4381 or visit www.ukulelepicnicinhawaii.org/en.
11th Annual Honolulu Triathlon
Sunday, May 18:
11th Annual Honolulu Triathlon. Triathletes from around the world visit Oahu each May to compete in the Honolulu Triathlon. The triathlon features 1.5K swim, 40K bike and 10K run courses that begin and end at Ala Moana Park. Events leading up to the triathlon include “Hustle Up the Hyatt Stair Race” and a short-distance kid’s triathlon at Kapiolani Park in Waikiki. Ala Moana Beach Park, 1201 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu. 4 a.m. to 1 p.m. For information visit www.honolulutriathlon.com.