Na Keiki `O Ka Aina (The Children of the Land)
Kaua`i Village Shopping Center 4-356 Kuhio Highway, Wailua-Anahola, HI, United StatesDaily: 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) […]
Hawai`iana Live
Palace Theater 38 Haili Street, Hilo, HI, United StatesEvery Wednesday: Hawai`iana Live. A 45-minute cultural tourism program hosted by Leilehua Yuen. It features live on stage presentations that share the history and traditions of the Hawaiian culture through storytelling, film, music, oli (chant) and hula. Palace Theater, 38 Haili Street, Hilo. 11 a.m. Admission is $5, Keiki 12 & under, free. For information […]
Helping Paws Visitor Volunteer Program
Every Wednesday and Thursday: Helping Paws Visitor Volunteer Program. Do you miss your pet when traveling? Visitors can offer a “helping paw” to homeless animals at the Maui Humane Society shelter 1 to 4 p.m. doing such activities as walking dogs, bathing puppies, brushing cats, or playing with puppies and kittens. Arrive by 1 p.m. […]
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 to 2 a.m. nightly. For information call (808) 945-0800 or visit www.honolulujazzclub.com.
Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert
Napili Kai Beach Resort 5900 Lower Honoapiilani Road, Lahaina, HI, United StatesEvery Wednesday: Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert. Host and slack key guitar master George Kahumoku, Jr. is joined by renowned slack key masters who are true ambassadors of their music, their culture and their land for an evening of traditional Hawaiian songs and authentic “talk-story”. January 1 – Sterling Seaton CD Release Party; […]
Waimea Ocean Film Festival
January 2 – 10: Waimea Ocean Film Festival. This is a two-part festival, which includes a combination of film, breakfast talks, filmmaker Q&As, receptions, art exhibits and activities to Hawai`i's Big Island. Experience Films, presentations and speakers with a non-stop schedule of award-winning films and dynamic talks. Early risers can enjoy yoga on the beach, […]
Slack Key Guitar Concerts
Hanalei Family Community Center 5-5299 Kuhio Highway, Hanalei, HI, United StatesFriday Evenings: Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. January 3 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music Slack Key; January 10 – Legends of Slack Key; January 17 – Kaua`i’s Slack Key; January 24 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music; January 31 – Circle of Life Slack Key. Free gift drawing. Tickets: $20 ($15 […]
Hawaiian Pa`ina (luau)
Friday, January 3: Hawaiian Pa`ina (luau). Enjoy a day of family, sun and fun in the courtyard of the Kaua`i Museum to celebrate the community. Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information call (808) 245-6931.
Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park
Every Friday: Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. A free hands-on demonstration lesson is given in a cultural craft that will vary from week to week. Held at VAC Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All events are free (donations welcome); park entrance fees apply. For information call […]
First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District
Friday, January 3: First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District. Galleries and other arts venues open their doors for artist receptions, live music, and refreshments. These events are free and open to everyone! Gallery walk maps are available at various locations in the area. 5-9 p.m. Downtown-Chinatown, Honolulu. For information call (808) 521-2903.