Aloha Visitor Guides

Queen Liliuokalani Legacies
2014-01-15 18:00 - 19:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | HI
Throughout the Month of January:
Queen Liliuokalani Legacies. This program will feature selected readings from “Hawai`i’s Story by Hawai`i’s Queen” written by Queen Liliuokalani, a sing-along of the Queen’s music from “The Queen’s Songbook” published by Hui Hanai, a seven-minute film vignette “Ku`u Aina Aloha” (Beloved Land, Beloved Country) that expresses the love of these islands as inspired by the Queen, and a brief talk story moderated by members of the Iolani Guild of the Episcopal Church in Hawai`i. For information call the numbers listed for each venue or visit www.librarieshawaii.org. Various times and venues across the Big Island:

Thursday, January 9: Pahala Public Library, 96-3150 Pikake St., Pahala. 11:30 a.m. (808) 928-2015.

Saturday, January 11: Kailua-Kona Public Library, 75-138 Hualalai Rd., Kailua-Kona. 3 p.m. (808) 327-4327.

Saturday, January 11: North Kohala Public Library, 54-3645 Akoni Pule Hwy., Kapa`au. 6:30 p.m. (808) 889-6655.

Wednesday, January 15: Thelma Parker Memorial Public & School Library, 67-1209 Mamalahoa Hwy., Kamuela. 6 p.m. (808) 887-6067.

Music of Hawai`i Concert Series – Kamakakehau Fernandez
2014-01-18 | HI
Saturday, January 18:
Music of Hawai`i Concert Series – Kamakakehau Fernandez. Honolulu Museum of Art’s Doris Duke Theatre, 901 Kinau St., between Ward Avenue and Victoria Street (at rear of museum). For tickets and information call (808) 532-8701 or visit www.honolulumuseum.org.

24th Annual Ho'okipa Surf Classic
2014-01-18 07:00 - 16:00 | HI
Saturday, January 11:
24th Annual Ho’okipa Surf Classic from 7 am to 4 pm at Hookipa Beach Park on Maui’s North Shore. The memorial surf contest is held for Justin Roberson with a “Surfers for Safe Rides” theme. Eight divisions from small kids to master men, with a $1,000 cash prize for the Open Men Champ. Rain dates are January 12, 18 and 19. Call 298-8254 for more info., or visit www.hookipasurfclassic.com.

Discover Kualoa
2014-01-18 09:00 - 16:00 | HI
Saturday, January 18:
Discover Kualoa. Kualoa Ranch presents a unique farm-to-table culinary experience. This event showcases culinary creations, prepared by the hands of local farmers and chefs using fresh products and produce. Featuring a farmers’ market, with countless ready-to-eat creations and a showcase of produce and products straight from the various farms. Enjoy do-it-yourself Hawaiian crafts such as lauhala weaving, lei making, surfboard shaping and poi pounding. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Kualoa Ranch. 49-560 Kamehameha Hwy., Kaneohe. For information call (808) 391-7441 or visit www.discover.kualoa.com.

Pacific Island Arts Festival
2014-01-18 09:00 - 16:00 | HI
Saturday & Sunday, January 18 & 19:
Pacific Island Arts Festival. Featuring the work of Hawai`i’s finest artists and handcraft artisans who display their work for sale, demonstrations of fine artists working onsite, Hawaiian quilters, ceramics to make and take home, and flower lei making. Enjoy live music, and hula presentations both days, as well as a celebration of the Chinese New Year with Lion Dancers on Sunday. Great food, shave ice, and drinks. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Kapiolani Park near the Bandstand at the Diamond Head end of Waikiki. For information call (808) 696-6717.

Halau `O Kekuhi - Hi`ikaikano`eau
2014-01-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Saturday, January 18:
Halau `O Kekuhi – Hi`ikaikano`eau. Hi`iakaikano`eau delves into the creative center of the Hawai`i sense of practical beauty by recreating occupational images and messages from mele. The hula performance reincarnates the wisdom of our kupuna in making things both useful and beautiful through the poetry of movement. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll
2014-01-19 13:00 - 18:00 | Hulihe`e Palace, 75-5718 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Sunday, January 19:
Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll. Ali`i Drive along scenic Kailua Bay in Kailua-Kona becomes a festive pedestrian-only walkway from 1 to 6 p.m. Enjoy music, artists, merchants and restaurants. At 4 p.m., there is a free Hawaiian music concert on the lawn at Hulihe`e Palace. Bring your own mat or chair and they will be checked for free while you stroll Ali`i Drive, Kailua Village (Kona). For information visit www.kvbid.org.

Broadway Pops – Dancing & Romancing
2014-01-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Sunday, January 19:
Broadway Pops – Dancing & Romancing. Broadway and Hollywood combine for a romantic and entertaining evening of song and dance with Joan Hess and Kirby Ward. Inspired by Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, Gene Kelly and Eleanor Powell, this evening will put a song in your heart and have you dancing in the aisles! The Maui Pops Orchestra will be in full swing and will also perform a few of their own Broadway favorites. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 3 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Queen Liliuokalani Legacies – Lahaina Public Library
2014-01-22 18:00 - 20:00, 2014-01-25 10:30 - 12:30 | HI
Throughout the Month of January:
Queen Liliuokalani Legacies – Lahaina Public Library. This program will feature selected readings from “Hawai`i’s Story by Hawai`i’s Queen” written by Queen Liliuokalani, a sing-along of the Queen’s music from “The Queen’s Songbook” published by Hui Hanai, a seven-minute film vignette “Ku`u Aina Aloha” (Beloved Land, Beloved Country) that expresses the love of these islands as inspired by the Queen, and a brief talk story. For information call the numbers for each library below or visit www.librariesHawai`i.org. Various venues on Maui:

January 22 & 23: Makawao Public Library, 1159 Makawao Ave., Makawao. 6 p.m. (808) 573-8785.

January 25: Lahaina Public Library, 680 Wharf St., Lahaina. 10:30 a.m. (808) 662-3950 .

A Taste of Old Kaua`i
2014-01-24 | Waipa Ahupua`a, 5-5785A Kuhio Hwy., Hanalei, HI, 96714, United States
Friday, January 24:
A Taste of Old Kaua`i. Guests are saturated in timeless beauty at the Waipa Ahupua`a, one of 67 watersheds homesteaded by the first Polynesians. A one-of-a-kind experience for those who wish to explore traditional agriculture and food of Hawai`i. Lunch included. Reservations are required three days before event. $115. 5-5785A Kuhio Hwy., Hanalei. For information and reservations call (808) 635-0257 or email info@tastingkauai.com.

Los Lonely Boys
2014-01-24 19:30 - 21:30 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Friday, January 24:
Los Lonely Boys. This trio of brothers has proved to be one of the most stunning musical success stories of the last decade. Los Lonely Boys are the pride of Texas and a band on the international map, with their infectious blend of pop-rock, Texas blues, “brown-eyed soul”, country and Tejano: a “full-scale Tex-Mex American roots rock party”. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Hula Arts at Kilauea
2014-01-25 09:30 - 13:30 | HI
Saturday, January 25:
Hula Arts at Kilauea. This VAC program features a Hula Kahiko Informance with kumu Leilehua Yuen and Manu Josiah, and is a 50-minute narrated demonstration of preparation, protocol and offering of traditional hula and chant. This inspired outdoor presentation takes place rain or shine at the hula platform located near VAC Gallery in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The audience is encouraged to bring sitting mat and sun/rain gear. On the same day, there is a hands-on cultural demonstration from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm at VAC Gallery porch. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Last Saturday Roots in Jazz: Halie Loren
2014-01-25 19:30 - 21:30 | HI
Saturday, January 25:
Last Saturday Roots in Jazz: Halie Loren. This Oregon-based jazz stylist has global appeal, delivering fresh interpretations of jazz standards; she’ll make you hear the old anew. Playing to sell-out audiences at home and abroad, Loren is on tour for her latest CD, Heart First. 7:30 p.m. Doris Duke Theatre, Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S Beretania, Honolulu. For information call (808) 532-8700 or visit www.honolulumuseum.org.

Hawai`i Pops Orchestra Series
2014-01-25 20:00 - 22:00 | HI
Saturday, January 25:
Hawai`i Pops Orchestra Series – Contemporary Hawaiian Music Showcase with Keali`i Reichel. Enjoy dinner and dancing at the Hawai`i Convention Center Ballroom, 1801 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. 8 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 533-4164 or visit www.hawaiipops.com.

2014 Pro Bowl
2014-01-26 | HI
Sunday, January 26:
2014 Pro Bowl. This year’s Pro Bowl is different. It’s all about giving the fans match-ups they’ve never seen before. Watch the all-stars get drafted and the lines removed between AFC and NFC. Unexpected teams. Memorable match-ups. The game like you’ve never seen it before. This is the Pro Bowl Unconferenced. Aloha Stadium, 99-500 Salt Lake Blvd., Honolulu. For tickets and information, call (877) 611-3947 or visit www.pro-bowl.nflonlocation.com.

Heritage Film Festival: The Haumana
2014-01-26 15:00 - 17:00 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Sunday, January 26:
Heritage Film Festival: The Haumana. A narrative feature film about the charismatic host of a cheesy tourist show in Waikiki who is appointed to lead a high school boys’ hula group in a traditional performance. This film was produced in Hawai`i and the entire cast was either born and raised and/or living or lived in Hawai`i. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater. 3 p.m. $10. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Laurie Lewis and Tom Rozum in Concert
2014-01-26 16:00 - 18:00 | HI
Sunday, January 26:
Laurie Lewis and Tom Rozum in Concert. Exceptional bluegrass performance by internationally known singer/songwriter Laurie Lewis with Tom Rozum. Laurie on guitar, fiddle and vocals; Tom on mandolin, mandola, guitar & vocals. Fun, funny and fabulous. 4:00 p.m. Kahilu Theatre, 78-2297 Lindsey Rd., Waimea. For tickets and information call (808) 885-6868 or visit www.kahilutheatre.org.

On Stage: Rhys Darby at Doris Duke Theatre
2014-01-28 19:30 - 21:30 | HI
Tuesday, January 28:
On Stage: Rhys Darby at Doris Duke Theatre. Best known as hapless band manager Murray on the HBO comedy series Flight of the Conchords, New Zealand comedian and actor Rhys Darby will have the audience rolling in the aisles with his sensational (and offbeat) blend of sound effects, characterizations, and askew observations. 7:30 p.m. Doris Duke Theatre, Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S. Beretania, Honolulu. For tickets and information call (808) 532-8700 or visit www.honolulumuseum.org.

Hawaiian Music Series
2014-01-30 18:00 - 19:30 | Baldwin Home Lawn, 120 Dickenson Street, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Thursday, January 30:
Hawaiian Music Series. Relax under the stars and enjoy a free concert. Chairs are limited and blankets, mats, and low beach chairs are welcome. The Baldwin Home Museum is located in the heart of Lahaina, on the corner of Front and Dickenson Streets, Lahaina. 6 to 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 661-9309 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Kona Surf Film Festival
2014-01-31 | HI
Friday & Saturday, January 31 & February 1:
Kona Surf Film Festival. Hawai`i’s premier international surf film showcase. The event, which showcases independent short and feature surf films from filmmakers around the world, includes film, music, and art highlights, as well as appearances by distinctive guests. Special hotel room rates will be offered during the festival. Courtyard King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel, 75-5660 Palani Rd., Kailua-Kona. For information call (808) 936-0089 or visit www.konasurffilmfestival.org.

Makana Performs at Kahilu Theatre
2014-01-31 19:00 - 21:00 | HI
Friday, January 31:
Makana Performs at Kahilu Theatre. Makana’s unique blend of Hawaiian, folk and rock influences and the passion and energy of his performance engages his audience like few entertainers on the scene. He has performed worldwide in venues ranging from Tianjin Opera House to Bumbershoot in Seattle to WOMAD in England to The White House. 7 p.m. Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Waimea. For tickets and information call (808) 885-6868 or visit www.kahilutheatre.org.

Na Keiki `O Ka Aina (The Children of the Land)
2014-02-01 | Kaua`i Village Shopping Center, 4-356 Kuhio Highway, Wailua-Anahola, HI, 96746, United States
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.

Happy Birthday Battleship Missouri
2014-02-01 08:00 - 16:00 | HI
Friday, February 1:
Happy Birthday Battleship Missouri. The ship was christened Jan. 29, 1944, as World War II raged in the Pacific. On the Missouri’s deck on Sept. 2, 1945, as it was anchored in Tokyo Bay, the Japanese signed the documents of surrender that ended the war. Actors portraying wartime heroes will participate in “living history” activities at the Oahu landmark. Bands, displays of military memorabilia and oral history presentations will round out the special events. Visitors can also tour the Mighty Mo. Admission is $22 for adults and $11 for children 4-12. Admission is free for Hawai`i residents. USS Missouri Memorial, 63 Cowpens St., Honolulu. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information call (877) 644-4896 or visit www.ussmissouri.org.

Living History Day
2014-02-01 08:00 - 16:00 | Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96818, United States
Friday, February 1:
Living History Day. Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor comes alive in both hangars. Meet pioneers and heroes from Pacific aviation history, interact with living historians in period attire, and hear the stories of WWII, Korea, Viet Nam eras, and early aviation in the Pacific. The events are free with Museum admission and free to Museum Members. Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor. 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.

Hawaiian Music Series
2014-02-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Baldwin Home Lawn, 120 Dickenson Street, Lahaina, HI, 96761, United States
Thursday, February 27:
Hawaiian Music Series. Relax under the stars and enjoy a free concert. Chairs are limited and blankets, mats, and low beach chairs are welcome. The Baldwin Home Museum is located in the heart of Lahaina, on the corner of Front and Dickenson Streets, Lahaina. 6 to 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 661-9309 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Maui Chinese New Year Festival: Greeting the New Year of the Horse
2014-02-01 09:00 - 14:00 | Maui Mall, 70 E. Ka`ahumanu Ave., Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Saturday, February 1:
Maui Chinese New Year Festival: Greeting the New Year of the Horse. Bring good luck and great fortune with the New Year, with fireworks, lion dancers, Chinese crafts and food. Chinese cultural entertainment, good luck photos with lion head from the Kwock Hing Society, keiki attire contest, calligraphy, cultural displays and more. Free. Maui Mall, 70 E. Kaahumanu Ave., Kahului. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information call (808) 878-1888.

Annual Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival
2014-02-01 09:00 - 15:00 | HI
Saturday, February 1:
Annual Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival. Japanese and multi-cultural performing arts, hands-on demonstrations of bonsai, origami, traditional tea ceremony, and mochi pounding, plus a host of colorful craft fairs. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at venues throughout Waimea – look for pink banners identifying site locations from the Parker Ranch Historic Homes on Mamalahoa Hwy. 190 to the Hawaiian Homestead Farmer’s Market on Hwy. 19. Free shuttle transportation among most venues. For information call (808) 961-8706.

A Taste of Kilohana
2014-02-01 09:30 - 13:00 | HI
Saturday, February 1:
A Taste of Kilohana. An exclusive, guided food tour that offers a seasonal taste of Kilohana Plantation. Ride an open-air plantation-style train through the 105-acre orchard, amidst more than 50 varieties of exotic fruit trees. Disembark and feed wild boar, goats and chickens and stroll through the orchard with Kai, Kilohana’s expert in local agriculture. Pick, eat, and learn how to select and prepare exotic tropical fruit. Tour the historic Manor House. Learn how to make Gaylord’s signature mai tai at Mahiko Lounge. Finally, enjoy a three-course, locally sourced meal in the Private Dining Room of the historic Wilcox Mansion. $115, Kilohana Plantation, Lihue. 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. For reservations and information call (808) 685-0257.

Ohana Day – Chinese New Year and Opening Art Exhibit
2014-02-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Kauai Museum, 4428 Rice St, Lihue, HI, 96766, United States
Saturday, February 1:
Ohana Day – Chinese New Year and Opening Art Exhibit. Celebrate Ohana Day at The Kaua`i Museum and the Chinese New Year. Everyone is invited to see the opening exhibit of the amazing artwork created by school children from kindergarten until 5th grade. The Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information call (808) 245-6931.
