January 1 – 8: 
Waimea Film Festival. Join in important discussion, exciting adventure, epic surf, rich culture, compelling speakers, dynamic exhibits, and meaningful conversation. Topics include voyaging and The World Wide Voyage of Hokule`a, the 21st anniversary of the voyaging canoe Makali`i, Hawaiian and other island cultures and history, awe-inspiring surf, daring adventure, the issues affecting the health of the ocean environment and world, natural history and science, paniolo culture, a bit of surf history, and inspirational stories from and about people around the world. January 1 -4, at venues in Waimea, the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, and at the Fairmont Orchid; January 5 – 8 at Four Seasons Resort, Haulalai. For information on venues and times, and to purchases passes, call (808) 854-6095 or visit www.waimeaoceanfilm.org.