Aloha Visitor Guides

Hula Arts at Kilauea
2014-01-25 09:30 - 13:30 (Pacific/Honolulu) | 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.

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.

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.

Queen Liliuokalani Legacies – Lahaina Public Library
2014-01-22 18:00 - 20:00 | 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 .

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

24th Annual Ho'okipa Surf Classic
2014-01-18 07:00 - 16:00, 2014-01-12 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.

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.

Queen Liliuokalani Legacies
2014-01-15 18:00 - 19:00, 2014-01-11 18:30 - 19:30, 2014-01-11 15:00 - 16:00, 2014-01-09 11:30 - 12:30 | 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.

Mitsubishi Electric PGA Champions Tour at Hualalai
2014-01-15 08:00 - 17:00 | HI
Wednesday thru Sunday, January 15 – 19:
Mitsubishi Electric PGA Champions Tour at Hualalai. Now in its 16th year, this annual golf event is the first match of the year on the PGA Champions Tour. It features 36 – 40 top golfers 50 years or older who have won Champions Tour or other PGA majors or money events in a 54-hole competition for a total purse of nearly $2 million. John Cook is the defending champion. This event offers a rare opportunity to see top-quality and renowned golfers up close, with minimal crowds, in an unparalleled setting. Hualalai Resort’s golf course is generally not accessible to the public. This is a chance to see great golf in a beautiful setting that combines spectacular ocean and mountain views with delightful weather at a time when other parts of the country may be pretty cold! 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Four Seasons Hualalai Resort Golf Club, 100 Kaupulehu Drive, Kailua-Kona. For information call (808) 325-8400 or visit www.hualalairesort.com. Also visit with Emily T. Gail on www.espnhawaii.com for some “talk story” with players, their families and more.

Disney Presents “The Lion King”
2014-01-15 - 2014-03-29 | HI
January 15 to March 29:
Disney Presents “The Lion King”. The Serengeti comes to life through the extraordinary vision that is The Lion King. More than 50 million people have felt the thrill of this Tony Award winner for Best Musical, which tells the classic journey of young royal heir Simba. Giraffes strut, birds swoop and gazelles leap in a dazzling panorama that overwhelms the sense and inspires you with the wonder of life. Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu. Tickets available by phone at (866) 870-2717, online at www.lionking.com, or in person at The Blaisdell Box Office and any Ticketmaster Outlet.

The Marshall Tucker Band
2014-01-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Saturday, January 11:
The Marshall Tucker Band. The Marshall Tucker Band will be playing all their hit singles like “Heard It In a Love Song,” “Fire On The Mountain,” “Can’t You See,” and “Take The Highway.” Still led by founding member and lead singer Doug Gray, they represent a time and place in music that will never be duplicated, and continues to rock the house everywhere they perform. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Blues Festival with Willie K and Friends
2014-01-11 15:00 - 22:00 | Maui Tropical Plantation, 1670 Honoapiilani Highway, Wailuku, HI, 96793, United States
Saturday, January 11:
Blues Festival with Willie K and Friends. To benefit the National Kidney Foundation of Hawai`i, outdoors at Maui Tropical Plantation, 1670 Honoapi`ilani Hwy between mile markers 2 & 3, Wailuku. 3 to 10 p.m. For information call (800) 451-6805 or (808) 244-7643 or visit www.mauitropicalplantation.com.

Hangar Talk & Book Signing with Christina Olds
2014-01-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu, HI, 96818, United States
Saturday, January 11:
Hangar Talk & Book Signing with Christina Olds. Christina Olds is the author of Fighter Pilot: The Memoirs of Legendary Ace Robin Olds. Hangar Talk is from 2 to 3p.m. followed by the book signing at 3p.m. Free with Museum admission and free to Museum Members. 2 to 4 p.m. Pacific Aviation Museum, Pearl Harbor, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu. For information visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.

Play Along with `Ukulele Mele
2014-01-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Bailey House Museum, 2375A Main St, Wailuku, HI, 96739, United States
Saturday, January 11:
Play Along with `Ukulele Mele. `Ukulele players of all abilities are invited to bring their `ukulele to workshops led by “master of multiple genres and strumming styles” Mele Fong at Bailey House Museum in Wailuku. $10.00, includes admission to the museum.10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Bailey House Museum, 2375 Main St., Wailuku. For information call (808) 244-3326 or visit www.mauimuseum.org.

Makahiki Kuilima
2014-01-11 08:00 - 16:00 | HI
Saturday, January 11:
Makahiki Kuilima. This festival celebrates the Makahiki season, which begins with the first sighting of Makali`i, the constellation Pleiades, as it rises above the horizon at sunset. It’s the beginning of a four month period honoring Lono, the god worshipped for peace, prosperity, and fertility. During this season tributes were made, battles ceased, and sporting competitions thrived. Hawaiians used this time to refine athletic skills, emphasize spiritual and cultural renewal, and enjoy the prosperity of their aina (land). The event is free and open to the public. Experience a day of festivities including traditional Makahiki sporting events such as hukihuki (tug of war), ulu maika (lawn bowling), uma (arm wrestling), heihei kukini (foot racing), o`o ihe (spear throwing), he`e holua (Hawaiian sledding), and hula. There will be artisans and crafters, educational exhibits, cultural demonstrations, and ono food. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Turtle Bay Resort, 57-091 Kamehameha Hwy., Kahuku.

A Culinary Romp through Paradise
2014-01-10 09:30 - 21:30 | HI
Friday, January 10:
A Culinary Romp through Paradise. Learn about and sample exotic local fruit while taking a leisurely tour of an exotic fruit farm. Enjoy a cooking demonstration and gourmet, four-course lunch at the outdoor courtyard of the Kaua`i Marriott Resort at Kalapaki Bay. The day ends with an exclusive tour of Hawai`i’s only meadery. 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., $140. For information, call (808) 635-0257 or visit www.tastingkauai.com. Reservations required three days before event.

Kaua`i Community Players Presents: Closer
2014-01-10 | Puhi Theatrical Warehouse, 4411E. Kikowaena Street, Puhi, HI, 96766, United States
Weekends January 10 – 26:
Kaua`i Community Players Presents: Closer. The 2014 season will open with an adult drama, Closer, by London playwright Patrick Marber, directed by Faith Harding. Closer is adult fare, having sexually-explicit language and themes. Closer originally played London’s Royal National Theatre in 1997. It won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Play and the New York Drama Critics Circle Award for best foreign play. It was adapted for the American stage and was nominated for a Tony Award in 1999. The movie version was directed by Mike Nichols and starred Julia Roberts, Natalie Portman, Clive Owens and Jude Law. Puhi Theatrical Warehouse at 4411-E Kikowaena, Puhi. For tickets and information call (808) 245-7700 or visit www.kauaicommunityplayers.org.

BikeWorks Beach & Sport
2014-01-07 08:30 - 12:00 | HI
Every Tuesday Morning:
BikeWorks Beach & Sport – Queens Marketplace. Free fun road ride for cyclists of all levels at 8:30 a.m. Rental bikes available. Get updates on all their activities on the Emily T Gail Show at www.espnhawaii.com or visit www.bikeworkshawaii.com.

Emily T Gail Show
2014-01-07 | HI
Every Tuesday
features the new Emily T Gail Show. Emily’s show can be found online at www.espnhawaii.com under “Lineup” on the homepage. Sponsored by Aloha – Big Island Visitor Guide, Emily “talks story” with recreational, high school and professional athletes, along with coaches, parents, organizers, and members of print and broadcast media. She talks about golf, running, swimming, biking, tennis, paddling, diving, skateboarding, as well as major league sports, high school sports, and college sports. For information, call Emily at (808) 896-6780, visit www.emilys.org, or email Emily at emilytgail@emilys.org.

Historic Waimea Walking Tour
2014-01-06 09:30 - 11:30 | West Kaua`i Technology & Visitor Center, 9565 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea, HI, 96796, United States
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 along with 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.wkpba.org.

Ka Moku O Manokalanipo Makahiki
2014-01-06 08:00 - 17:00 | HI
Saturday, January 18:
Ka Moku O Manokalanipo Makahiki. This celebration honors the traditional time of year from October through January 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 ‘Ulu Maika (lawn bowling), O’o Ihe (spear throwing), Moa Pahe’e (dart sliding), Pa Uma (standing armwrestling), Uma (arm wrestling), kukini (foot racing), Pohaku Ho’oikaika (stone throwing) and Hukihuki (tug of war). There will also be a Konane (Hawaiian checkers) tournament, hula, cultural practitioners, and Hawaiian food. Kama’aina of all ages are welcome to compete in multiple events. All are welcome to spectate. Hanalei at Wai`oli Beach Park, turn right on He`e. For information call (808) 635-9028.

Sony Open in Hawai`i PGA Tour Golf Tournament 2014
2014-01-06 08:00 - 17:00 | HI
Monday – Sunday, January 6 – 12:
Sony Open in Hawai`i PGA Tour Golf Tournament 2014. The only full-field PGA Tour golf tournament in the State of Hawai`i. This tournament benefits Hawai`i charities and is the flagship event for Friends of Hawai`i Charities, Inc. Waialae Country Club, 4997 Kahala Ave., Honolulu. Admission is Free Monday and Tuesday, $20 Wednesday – Sunday. For information and schedule call (808) 792-9309 or visit www.friendsofhawaii.org.
