Mid April Arts & Cultural Events

Apr 14, 2010 | NEWS! Arts & Cultural Events on Kauai

email giac@hawaiilink.net to get listing in advance

Note: Ongoing, weekly or multi-day activities listed at the end of this email.

Artists of Hawai’i 2011 Prospectus now online:
http://www.honoluluacademy.org/cmshaa/academy/index.aspx?id=5658
Contact: Lisa Griffith, Director of Communications, 808.532.8712
Honolulu Academy of Arts

Sign up by April 30 with Katherine Brocklehurst,
Friday – Sunday, June 11 – 13, 2010
Koke’e Hawaiian Music Songwriters Camp
Instructors: Puakea Nogelmeier, Cody Pueo Pata,
Kenneth Makuakane, Keola Donaghy, Lolena Niau Nicholas
Koke’e State Park – CCC Camp
Sponsored by Garden Island Arts Council,
Kauai Music Festival, Malie Foundation, Hui O Laka
Contact:

2010 Poetry Challenge timeline:
April 26 – Deadline for 2010 Poetry Challenge: The Chant
April 27 – May 3 – judging
May 3 – Awards Ceremony
after May 3 – Winning poems published in TGI
Sponsored by Lihue Public Library, The Garden Island Newspaper,
the Garden Island Arts Council & Independent Kauai Poets
Three competition levels: Children – 13 and under;
Young Adults – 14 to 20; Adults – 21 and over
Poetry challenge is a chant, a rhythmic speaking or singing of words
or sounds that often include a great deal of repetition;
e.g. Hawaiian chants for people, places or activities;
chants for sports teams or for protest; nursery rhymes or lullabies;
Gregorian or liturgical chants, mantras, reggae or rap music.
Poem lengths between 10 – 25 lines, in the English language,
typed or legibly printed on plain white paper; must have a title,
poems will not be returned
See The Garden Island newspaper for entry form
Contact: Carolyn Larson, Lihue Public Library

Friday, April 16, 6:00 pm
8th Annual Spring Gourmet Gala
by KCC Culinary Institute of the Pacific
Food and wine tasting fundraiser featuring
Chef Alan Wong (Alan Wongs) and Vigram Garg (Halekulani)
plus local chefs & sommeliers
plus silent auction
Kaua’i Community College
Info: 808.245.8238

Friday, Saturday, Sunday – April 16, 17, 18, 7:00 pm/5:00 pm on Sunday
“Kauai Sings! Songs of the 1930’s” – Golden Age of the American Songbook
Arnold Meister as emcee
Hukilau Lanai
Tickets $20 advance/$15 students
Tickets $25 at the door
Limited tables of ten can be reserved for $200
Call Barbara at Malama Pono to purchase tickets 246-9577,

Saturday, April 17 & 24, May 8 & 15, 9:00 am – 12:00 noon
“Getting Acquainted with Pastels”
Pastel Drawing Workshop w/ Artist Kelly Bandalos
$15 per session or $50 for 4 weeks
Location: Art Pod in Niumalu
sponsored by GIAC/KCS
Register & supplies list: giac@hawaiilink.net

Saturday, April 17, 2010, 7:30 am – 12:00 pm
Earth Day at Lydgate Park
Lydgate Park Main Pavilion, Wailua
Annual volunteer workday – Friends of Kamalani & Lydgate Park
Care for Kauai’s most popular park
Lunch and snacks served
Bring sun protection, work gloves, shoes, own water bottle
Groups are welcome; check in with Thomas Noyes, 808.639.1018
for logistics and details

Saturday, April 17, 12:00 – 4:00 pm
Basic 8 Qi Gong for Beginners
Tuition $125 includes 3 months of practice
Sunday, April 18, 12:00 – 4:00 pm
Rejuvanation Qi Gong for Beginners
Tuition $150 and $25 for 3 months of practice
Contact:

Sunday, April 18, 4:30 pm
Sean Na’auao Band and Brother Noland & Friends
Benefit Luau Concert to benefit Opio of Island School Class of 2011
Kaua’i War Memorial Convention Hall
Tickets at Pono Market, Dolphin Touch Wellness center, Kaua’i Business Services,
Prestige Jewelers, Scotty’s Music, Da Booze Shop, Island School Office
$25 advance/ $30 at the door
Concert Tickets include Hawaiian Luau Dinner
Take Out Luau Dinner available for $15

Sunday, April 18, 5:30 doors open; 6:00 show
Taj Mahal & The Hula Blues Band – Hawaii Tour 2010
Special Guest: Ledward Kaapana, Slack Key & Ukulele Virtuoso
Kilohana Plantation Luau Venue
Tickets $40 advance; $50 door; $500 Table of Ten
Info: 808.337.9234
Tickets & Concert Info Hotline: 808.896.4845, www.lazarbear.com
Ticket Outlets: Kauai Music & Sound, Hanalei Strings & Things, Progressive Expressions,
Scotty’s Music, Aloha ‘N Paradise, Kauai Harley Davidson; Kilohana for Tables of Ten

April 19 – 22 (Earth week)
Celebrate Earth Day at Kapaa Middle School
Drop off rinsed clean cans, bottles, phone books at the blue cans by front office

Tuesday, April 20, 7:00 pm
6:45 pm: pre-concert presentation by Rose’s piano students
“When We Sing….” 2nd Annual Spring Choral Concert
Island School Chorus, Opio Chorus, Keiki Chorus, Singers
directed by Philip Steinbacher; accompanied by Rose Alfiler
songs in English, Hawaiian, Korean and Portuguese
songs by Queen Lili’uokalani, John Lennon, Andrew Lloyd Webber,
Irving Berlin, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Louis Jordan
plus students on violin, percussion & ukulele
Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center
Tickets: $9 gen/ $5 students grades 6 – 12/Free students grade 5 and below
Available at Island School beginning March 29
Contact: Philip Steinbacher

Thursdays, April 22, May 6, 13, 20
Day WS: 2- 5 pm
Evening WS: 5 – 8 pm
“Abstracting Nature: Handbuilding in Clay”
4-week ceramics workshop w/ Jennifer Hill
4 week course $85 includes $25 for firing and materials
Individual classes: $25 each
Location: Art Pod in Niumalu
Sponsored by GIAC/KCS
Register: giac@hawaiilink.net

Thursday, April 22, 2:30 – 5:30 pm
Building Effective Nonprofit Boards
Aston Kauai Beach at Makaiwa, Kapaa
Jeffrey S. Piper, Honolulu attorney – legal responsibilities & IRS reporting requirements
Nadine Nakamura, Tad Miura Jr, Laura Wiley – how boards can work together more effectively
$35 registration fee
Contact: KPAA, 632-2005

April 23, 24, 25, 30, May 1, 2
7:00 pm on Fridays and Saturdays; 4:00 pm on Sundays
Kauai Performing Arts Center proudly presents:
“Once Upon a Mattress”
Directed by Dennis McGraw
Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall
Advance Tickets: $10 Adults/$8 students
Ticket at the Door: $12 Adults/$10 students
Outlets: TBA
Info: (808) 651-2417
K-PAC is a Hawaii State Department of Education Program

Saturday, April 24, 2:00 – 3:00 pm
Kekaha Community Garden – Mala’ai o Kekaha – Blessing Ceremony
6500 sq ft community garden, 8610 Kiowa Road, under the Monkey Pod Tree at St Paul’s Episcopal Church; a model resource community-based organic garden
Donations requested before opening: professional services, working hands,
start-up materials for irrigation, fencing, tools, soil inputs, money
Contact: Diane Rosenkranz, 651-5197, d.rosenkranz@yahoo.com

Saturday, April 24 – 11 am, 1 pm 3 pm
Free Qi Gong Classes Day
Qi Center
Contact:

Friday, April 23 – St. Michaels and All Angels in Lihue
Saturday, April 24 – Church of the Pacific in Princeville
Evening Performance & reception w/ playwrights at 7:00 pm
Casting is open – men & women of diverse ages & ethnicities
Contact: Director Romey Curtis, 826-9755,

April 25 – May 14, 2010 (HONOLULU EVENT)
Annual BFA Exhibition
Works in all media by BFA students of this academic year
University of Hawaii Art Gallery, Manoa
Contact: Sharon Tasaka, Associate Director, UH Art Gallery
, 808.956-6888

Sunday, April 25
Arrival Times; 10 am, 11 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm, 4 pm
“Pirates of the Caribbean “On Stranger Tides”
shooting on Oahu & Kauai, June and July 2010
Open Casting Call for MEN ONLY, 18 years or older, legal to work in USA
Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall, 4191 Hardy Street, Lihue
Bring 3 x 5 current color photo and pen or pencil
www.SandeAlessiCasting.com

April 28, 2010, 7:00 pm
Kapaa Middle School presents
“Spring Choral Concert”
Directed by Mary Lardizabal
Featuring the 6th, 7th, 8th grade choir
KMS Ukulele Band directed by Loke Sasil
Kapaa Middle School Covered Court
Free and Open to the public
Contact: Mary Lardizabal,

April 30, 2010
Na lei Hiwahiwa ‘Ekolu Concert
A Fundraiser for Malie Scholarship
Kauai Beach Resort
Contact: Malie Foundation

ONGOING OR MULTI-DAY EVENTS:

Tuesdays, March 16 – April 20, 10:00 am – 10:45 am
Communicating with infant/toddler with signing
Help tollders identify emotions using sign
Learn over 75 signs and the manual alphabet
Storybook Theatre, Hanapepe
donations recommended
Info: Monika Mira. 652-5756,

THEATRE THEATRE THEATRE THEATRE

Extended through April 30, 2010
Thursday and Fridays, 7:30 pm
Oceanside Productions announces opening of 90-minute live theatre comedy
“The Complete History of America” (Abridged)
A hilarious, 500 year wild ride from pre-settlement America to
current day politics where no public figure escapes unscathed.
Directed by Cass Foster
Starring: Ross Martineau, Jeff Demma, Nellie Foster
Paddle Room, Aston Kaua’i Beach at Maka’iwa
(next to Coconut Marketplace)
Limited Seating
Tickets available at door – cash only; doors open 6:30 pm
Discount Tickets Online: www.OceansideProductions.com. (808) 212-8444

COMMUNITY COMMUNITY COMMUNITY COMMUNITY COMMUNITY

AIRPORT WINDOW DISPLAYS
HAL side: “Papahanaumokuakea – A Legacy of Conservation”
United Airlines side: “Kauai – Island of Festivals”
Brought to you by Garden Island Arts Council
Funded by a grant through the Hawai’i Tourism Authority
In cooperation with the County of Kaua’I Office of Economic Development
(open to all passengers in transit)

Every Saturday, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Kauai Community Market
fresh ingredients, holiday foods & gifts, taro products,
tropical plants and flowers, coffee, hoiday pies & baked goods,
goat cheese, health & beauty items from goat’s milk,
breakfast & lunch choices, educational demo, and more
KCC front parking lot across from Grove Farm
hosted by Kauai County Farm Bureau & Kauai Community College
Contact: Melissa McFerrin, 337-9944

Saturday night (Every Saturday Night)
Old Kapaa Town Art Night
Live music, artists, local businesses, tasty bites, dancing, entertainment
Contact: Angelique Ell, 808.635.4964

Second Saturday of Each Month, 8:30 pm until lunch
Friends of the Path Clean Up
Ke Ala Hele Makalae, the path that goes by the coast
Potluck lunch at 11:00 am
Meet at the rest pavilion makai of the Kapaa Neighborhood Center
Contact: Brett, 639-4561

Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat
7:30 – 11:00 am; 11:45 am – 4:15 pm
Kauai Resource Center Open & Accepting Recyclables
Redeem HI5 bottles, plastic #1&2, aluminum,
Cardboard, Mixed paper, glass, newspaper

Wednesday Evenings, 6:30 pm
Lihue Public Library 2010 Film Club Schedule
With Film Curator Paul Booth
Lihue Library Conference Room
Admission: Free
April — DRAMA MONTH
Film directors tackle the issues of parental custody and sibling relationships in two best-picture winning films. The dramatizations highlight the skills of character actors to convey the stories. Watch Meryl Streep and Tom Cruise support character actor Dustin Hoffman as he performs two very different Oscar winning roles.
April 28 Rainman (1988)

ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART

Artists of Hawai’i 2011 Prospectus now online:
http://www.honoluluacademy.org/cmshaa/academy/index.aspx?id=5658
Contact: Lisa Griffith, Director of Communications, 808.532.8712
Honolulu Academy of Arts

April 1 – May 13, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
“Spirits Within”
Ancient and powerful art of mask making
Casting materials, fabric, nature objects, beads, paints, etc.
$15 per class/One time supply fee of $15
Contact: Kim Murriera, 346-5967,

Saturday mornings, 9 am – 12noon, various locations
Kauai Community Adult Education:
Creative Outdoor Kauai Photography Class
Instructor Ron Botier, Professional Outdoor Photographer
Limited space
Call Ron: 808.927.0843
Adult Ed: 808.274.3390

CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE

Second and Last Sunday, 10 am – 3 pm
88 Shrines at Lawai International Center
Tour times: 10 am, 12 pm, 2 pm
Brief video and talk story session by Lynn Muramoto
Donations are appreciated
Info: 639-4300, LM@hawaii.rr.com
www.lawaicenter.org

Thursday, January 7 and 21, 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Friday, January 22, 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Saturday, January 23, 10:00 am to noon
Halau Orientations & Open Enrollment for New Semester
Halau Palaihiwa O Kaipuwai, Kumu Hula Kehaulani Kekua
announces open enrollment period through month of January
Formal studies and training in ‘aiha’a and all aspects of hula,
oli (chant), hana no ‘eau (traditional arts associated w/ hula)
Additional opportunities include hula camp, huaka’i or
cultural meaning excursions on and off island,
workshops and special event performances
Full attendance at orientation meeting required to join the halau;
open to ages 13 and older; no children classes available this semester
Location: Parish Hall in Kilauea
Established in 1945 by Kumu Loea, Helen Kaipuwai Kekua Waiau
Traditional hula school dedicated to perpetuating Hawaiian chant
and dance as a specialized discipline and art form of cultural excellence
Info: 808.346.7574; email halaupalaihiwa@kaieie.org;
www.kaieie.org

“Let’s Hula in 2010” – begins February 6, 2010
Opening new hula class in Kapahi for ladies
Beginners & Intermediate classes
Hula ‘Auana & Hula Kahiko
Non-competitive Hula
Saturday class schedule
Cover 3-month tuition + registration fee to start;
monthly tuition thereafter
Must register to attend mandatory orientation
Enroll: hulakauai@gmail.com
Kina’u Kapi’ioho Baker

Hula ‘Olapa Training 2010
Opening NEW Hula ‘Olapa Training for Ladies
Serious students ONLY
Must have at least 2 years hula experience
Name of prior Halau/Kumu must be provided & contactable
Non-competitive hula
Sunday class schedule – 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Cover 2-month tuition plus registration fee upfront
Monthly tuition after initial 2 months
Must have at least 5 students enrolled to open class
Maximum of 15 students
Must register to attend mandatory orientation
Class starts Sunday, February 7
to Enroll, e-mail your contact info to

Hula Class Registration: Classes begin in February
Leilani Rivera Bond, kumu hula of Halau Hula o Leilani
Mondays, 6:00 pm – beginning keiki; 7:15 pm – beginning opio and wahine
All Saints Church gym, Kapaa
Tuesdays, 3:45 pm – beginning keiki; 4:45 pm – beginning wahine
Koloa Neighborhood Center
Wednesdays, 3:45 pm – keiki kane class
Coconut Marketplace, Wailua
6:00 pm – hula & Tahitian, intermediate & advance keiki
7:30 pm – hula & Tahitian, intermediate & advance opio & wahine
All Saints Gym, Kapaa
Contact: Leilani, 651-0682; email
Donna Stewart, 635-7248; email

DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE

Kuga New 7-week Session beginning February 15
Mondays, 5 – 6 pm Hip-Hop 18 & Up with Lila
Wednesdays, 4 – 4:45 pm Young Gunz Hip-Hop 8 – 12 years w/ Lila
6 – 7 pm Break Dancing Foundations 16 & Up with B-Boy Madroc
Tuesdays, 4 – 4:45 pm Wild Boyz Break Dancing 8 – 12 years w/ B-Boy Freddie
5:00 – 5:45 Tenacious Teenz Hip-Hop 13 – 17 years w/ Dyane
Fridays, 5:00 – 6:00 pm Modern 12 & Up w/ Ana
KUGA located next to 76 Gas Station, Kalaheo
Registration Form at www.kuga808.com
Sara Ahn from NY City – Breaking & Hip-Hop in March

Kauai Dance Theatre’s 24th season
Winter-Spring 16 week term of classes, Jan. 4 – May 16, 2010 for ages 4 to adult
Creative movement, various levels of Ballet/Pointe, Tap, Jazz dance and morning exercise classes – Kalaheo Studio
Intermediate level ballet class – Lihue United Church Parish Hall
Contact Janie Crane, Director, for more information: 332-9737,
jbcdance@hotmail.com, or visit www.kauaidancetheatre.com

EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE

Morning Exercise in Kalaheo
“Stretch and Tone” on Mondays, 8:30 – 9:30 AM – Pilates-inspired exercises to stretch, strengthen and tone muscles in a fitness format
“FitDance Fusion” on Fridays, 8:30 – 9:30 AM – standing stretches, 20 min. simple aerobic dance movement, toning floor exercises
Both classes are ongoing at Kauai Dance Theatre’s Kalaheo studio – call for location, details, current schedule
Bring exercise mat or thick towel for floor work; wear comfortable clothes, athletic shoes if desired for aerobic dance on Fridays
$7/class, $26/4 class card, $48/8 class card
Contact: Janie Crane, 332-9737, jbcdance@hotmail.com
www.kauaidancetheatre.com

TAI CHI CHUAN – Yang Style School of the Inner Path
“Surf the Waves of Chi’
with Francis L. Dubois, Martial Arts practioner since 1976
Mondays, 8:00 – 9:30 am
Wednesdays & Fridays, 5 – 6:30 pm
Drop In Rate: $12
Card of ten classes: $100
Hideaway Spa, Waimea Plantation Cottages
Directions: 338-0005
Contact: 635-9868,

List of classes at the Qi Center:

FREE INTRODUCTORY QI GONG EXERCISE CLASS
Wednesday Sept 23, 7-8pm
All are welcome to a friendly and easy introductory class of Qi Gong exercises for beginners.

FREE QI GONG CLASS FOR SENIORS
Every Tuesday 10-11am
A gentle moving form for ages 60+

FREE SITTING QI GONG CLASS FOR SENIORS
Every Thursday 10-11am
An easy and gentle sitting form for ages 60+

GOLDEN EIGHT QI GONG EXERCISES
Tuesdays, 10am-11am
Promotes self-healing and health maintenance.
$10 per class, $5 for returning students

12 SITTING QI GONG EXERCISES
Thursdays, 10-11am
Strengthens immune system and longevity.
$10 for per class, $5 for returning students

To register for classes call 639-4300 or Qi@hawaii.rr.com. The location of the
Qi Center is 3343 Kanakolu Street, Lihue, HI 96766 (From Kuhio Hwy 56, turn by the AT&T store on Ehiku St. then take the fourth right on Kanakolu St, follow the signs).

You Tube – OK GO – This Too Shall Pass – RGM version (start your day w/ a smile)

Beethoven in Japanese:

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Mid-August 2009 Art & Culture Events

Aug 12, 2009 | NEWS! Arts & Cultural Events on Kauai

email giac@hawaiilink.net to get listing in advance

Note:

Ongoing, weekly or multi-day activities listed at the end of this email.

Mid-August 2009 Art & Culture Events

August 10 – 24

Botanical Illustration Workshops on Kauai with Wendy Hollender

Contact Wendy Hollender, 212.580.4855, <wendy@whartdesign.com>

www.whartdesign.com/hawaii2009.html

Wednesday, August 12, 6 – 9 pm

Kekahu Foundation/KKCR Community Advisory Board Meeting

Kapaa Neighborhood Center

Members and new members welcome

Contact:  Fred Dente, 651-2815

UPLIFTING THE IMMUNE SYSTEM DAY

with Grandmaster Hong

Thursday, August 13 from 9:00am to 11:00am, the sun, earth and moon will be in alignment. Grandmaster Hong balances this special energy along with herbal patches and easy lung exercises to enhance the immune system for asthma, allergies, respiratory colds, vog relief and more. One day will have an effect on all 365 days. This is a rare opportunity to experience the summer natural healing alignment which will enhance the immune system for the entire year! There is no charge for this service.

Thursday, August 13, 9 am – 2 pm

Small Business Recovery Connections

Kauai Community College, OSC Conference Room

Contact:  Darlene Kaui, darlene.kaui@hawaii-sbdc.org

Thursday, August 13, August 20, August 27 (last three nights)

6:30 pm and 8:30 pm  (HONOLULU EVENT)

Makana Concert – “The Curators of Hawaiian Music”

Royal Hawaiian Hotel Monarch Room

Kamaaina Special ( with Hawaii ID) : $39 2-for-1

Reserve Tickets:  808.921.4600

Thursday, August 13,

Matt Costa Concert

Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall

tickets:  www.groovetickets.com

and at the door

Info:  bampproject.com

Friday-Saturday, August 14 – 15, 7:30 pm

Final Bon Dance of 2009 season

Kauai Soto Mission, Hanapepe

August 14 and 21, 6:00 – 9:00 pm

August 15 and 22, 5:00 – 8:00 pm

Auditions for CINDERELLA by Rodgers and Hammerstein

presented by Hawaii Children’s Theatre & Kauai Community Players

Location:  KAPA Warehouse, Puhi, 4411 E Kokiwaena St.

Prepare a song, bring sheet music, wear comfortable clothing to move/dance in

Be prompt; stay entire audition time

Performance Dates:  November 13 – 15; 20 – 22, 27 – 29

www.hawaiichildrenstheatre.com

Saturday, August 15, 10 am – 5 pm

Body Pyramid Qi Gong Workshop w/ Grandmaster Hong

Qi Center

Tuition $200 includes platform, manual, lunches whn prepaid by August 1

$220 thereafter

Info:  Call Lynn Muramoto, 639-4300

Saturday, August 15, 2009 at the Hilton Kaua‘i Beach Resort at 6pm.

Kaua’i Living Treasures Awards Banquet

The trustees of the Kaua‘i Museum honor members of the

community for their contributions to Kaua‘i County.

This year’s honorees:

Takeshi Fujita for Environmental Preservation & Education;

Jenny Keuma for Cultural & Historic Preservation;

Samson Mahuiki, Sr. for Cultural & Environmental Preservation;

David Penhallow for Literary & Theater Achievement;

Charlie and Loke Pereira for Cultural & Environmental Preservation;

and Victor & Kuulei Punua for Perpetuating the Hawaiian Culture through Dance & Music.

Dinner tickets are $65 and available in the Gift Shop, 246-4270.

Saturday, August 15, 6:30 – 9 pm

at Kauai Hospice, 4457 Pahee Street next to KIUC

Sunday, August 16, 8 am – 4 pm

on location between Kapaa and Kilauea

Hawaii Bird Photography Workshop

with Jack Jeffrey and Jim Denny

Bring your own digital camera; all skill levels are welcome

Limited to 15 participants

Contact:  Hob Osterland, hob@hawaii.rr.com

August 17, 19, 24, 26 (Mon & Wed), 1:00 – 4:00 pm

In-Depth Intro to Photoshop

Jonathan Green of Starlight Studio

Location:  KCC – OCET 2

Cost:  $125

Register:  KCC, 245-8318

www.johnathongreen.com

BASIC 8 QI GONG FOR BEGINNERS

Wed & Thurs August 19 & 20, 5:30pm to 7:30pm

This easy series of 8 exercises for beginners promotes vitality and balance.

Tuition is $125, includes a manual and 2 months of optional practice. (Optional practice offered 4 times a week M, T, W, TH 5-6pm)

Saturday, August 22, 8 am to 1pm

Malie Foundation Rummage and Bake Sale Fundraiser for Hawaiian Culture

Kapa’a First Hawaiian Church, 4-1320 Kuhio Hwy.

Contact Nathan Kalama: 822-2166

Saturday, August 22, 11am – 1pm

Japanese Cultural Demonstrations

Experience Japanese flower arranging, healing and tea ceremony by the MOA Foundation every fourth Saturday. Free with admission to the Museum, donations accepted.

Contact: Lyah Kama-Drake, 245-6931 ext. 22

Kaua‘i Museum is a private non profit 501(c)(3) organization located at 4428 Rice Street in Lihu‘e. Public and Gift Shop hours are Monday – Friday 9am-4pm, Saturday 10am-4pm. Closed on Sundays. (808)245-6931.

Saturday, August 22, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Hawaii Health Guide Healing Garden

11:30 am Kealoha’s Slam Poetry Presentation

12:00 – 1:00 Youth Slam Poetry Workshop w/ Kealoha

2:00 pm: All Local Meal Contest – Culinary celebration of food available on Kauai

Amateur and professional chefs invited to showcase their skills for People’s Choice award

Contest Entry Fee:  $25 per dish

Deadline for entry:  Email to John Armand at jstern1028@yahoo.com, 631-8424

Kilohana Plantation

Tickets for contest sampling – $10 on day of festival

www.HawaiiHealthGuide.com

Saturday, August 22, doors open at 5:00 pm

Premiere Viewing presented by Kauai Historical Society and Bamboo Moon Video:

“Preserving Kauai Backyard Music, Volume 2” Documentary on Kauai Musicians

Featured are Mama Ane Kanahele, Ileialoha Beniamina and the Kaohelauli’i ‘ohana of Niihau,

Victor Punua & Sons, the Kamaainas with Ambrose Smith, David Sproat, Gbby Manintin, Edward Punua; Uncle Nathan Kalama with Lady Ipo Kahaunaele Ferreira and Maka Herrod.

Live musical performances by Paul Togioka, Pancho Graham, Garret Santos

and emcee Maka Herrod and Lady Ipo

Location:  Smith’s Tropical Paradise, Wailua

Video screening, luau dinner, silent auction of estate items, resort stays, fine art & more.

DVD’s available for purchase

Tickets: $45 in advance from Kauai Historical Society, 245-3373, <kauaihs@hawaiiantel.net>

Picture Plus, Scotty’s Music, Hanalei Music Strings and Things, Kauai Music and Sound

Tickets at door:  $50

Contact:  KHS, 245-3373

Saturday, August 22, 6:00 pm

The YWCA of Kauai, the Boys and Girls Club of Kauai & Kauai Youth Network present

Film:  “The World We Want”

Adults $5.00; All Students Free

Contact:  245-9552, <kauaiyouthnetwork@gmail.com>

Monday, August 24, 7:30 pm

People to People Ambassador Programs

Informational Seminar (High School & College Students>

Speaker:  Joe Osborne

Contact:  Nikki Pouley, (509) 568-7022, <nikki.pouley@peopletopeople.com>

Tuesday, August 25, 1:30 pm

KIUC Board of Directors Meeting

Contact:  kiucBoD@hawaii.rr.com

FREE INTRODUCTORY QI GONG EXERCISE CLASS

Wednesday August 26 7-8pm

All are welcome to a friendly and easy introductory class of Qi Gong exercises for beginners.

Thursday, August 27, 3:00 – 7:00 pm

Kaua’i Country OED CPEP 2010 Workshop

Natural Resource Funding, Hawaiian Culture funding, CPEP funding

Piikoi rooms A&B

Contact:  Nalani K Brun, 241-4952

Friday – Sunday, August 28 – 30

Carol Shelkin, mosaic portraiture

www.carolshelkinmosaics, com

Contact:  Francesca  De Lorma

823-6171 (home); 346-7625 (cell)

REJUVENATION QI GONG FOR BEGINNERS

Saturday, August 29, 1:00pm to 5:00pm

Come and experience rejuvenating exercises for beginners to balance the body for greater health, more energy and increased vitality. This popular and easy practice provides a powerful set of tools to help stave off the aging process, reduce stress and strengthen the body and mind. Tuition is $200, includes a manual and 2 months of optional practice.(Optional practice offered 5 times a week M,T,W,TH 6-7pm and Tues 11am-noon)

September 2009

September 6, 2009, 5:30 am

“The Kaua’i Marathon” on the south side.

It will consist of a full marathon, 26.2 miles, as well as a half marathon, 13.1 miles.

Starts a the Poipu Shopping Village and will finish in Poipu in front of the Sheraton Kaua’i.

Total combined entries limited to 1,500 (Limit reached; call for cancellations)

More information available at www.thekauaimarathon.com.

Contact:  Bob Craver, Hot Tropix Productions, 808-283-2078

Through September 11, Monday – Saturday

Gokurosama:  Contemporary Photographs of Nisei in Hawaii

Photographer Brian Y. Sato

Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii traveling exhibit

Sponsored by Liam & Lori Tomoyasu McGee in honor of their

Nisei parents, Maxine & the late Mervin Tomoyasu

Admission

Contact:  Chris Faye, 245-6931, ext 21

Saturday, September 12, 10 am – 4 pm

Art Kauai Entries Due (3 max) – Juried Exhibition

Juror Theresa Papanikolas, Ph.D,

curator of European & American Art, Honolulu Academy of Arts

Info & Entry forms:  KSA newsletter, Art Shop in Lihue and entry day

Kukui Grove Exhibition Space

Entry Fee $8 per entry for KSA members; $12 per entry for non-members

Exhibition reception on Saturday, September 19, 5 – 8 pm

Info:  Call Liedeke at 652-8234, ksa@kauaisocietyofartists.org

Saturday, September 12, (LANAI EVENT)

Kealii Reichel in Concert

Fundraiser for Lanai Culture and Heritage Center

Four Seasons Resort at Manele Bay

Concert Special includes lodging and two tickets

Also Kamaaina special rates at Koele Lodge

Contact:  Kepa & Onaona Maly, <lchc@wave.hicv.netz>

Saturday – Sunday, September 12 – 13 (HONOLULU EVENT)

Mikhail Baryshnikov and Ana Laguna

The Hawaii Theatre

Tickets:  www.hawaiitheatre.com, (808) 528-0506

Thru September 17, 2009 in the Mezzanine Art Gallery

Thursday, July 23, 4:30-7:00pm Reception in the Courtyard

Walter Askin: A Trio of Four

The Kaua‘i Museum presents “In-sight” the underwater photography of Bruna Stude in the Mezzanine Gallery from July 24 – October 2, 2008.

Contact: Lyah Kama-Drake, 245-6931 ext. 22

September 19, 5 – 8 pm

Art Kauai Reception

Kukui Grove Exhibition Space

Show Continues through Oct 23

Friday, September 25, 6:30 drinks & chocolates; 7:30 concert

Church of the Pacific, Princeville

Saturday, September 26, 7:00 pm drinks & chocolate: 7:45 concert

St. Michael’s & All Angel’s Church, Lihue

Plumeria Concert Series presents Damon Denton

Two Evenings of Romantic Piano Music (2 varied programs)

Tickets:  $25 until September 15; $30 after September 15; $35 at door

Outlets:  Magic Dragon, Banana Patch Studios, Papaya’s, Pictures Plus,

Island Soap & Candleworks

www.plumeria.concerts@gmail.com

September 20 – 26

Kauai Mokihana Festival

20 – Hawaiian Instrumental Competition

21 Kauai Composers Contest & Concert

22 Eo E Lili’u Children/Youth Music Competition

23 Hawaiian Music Mini Film Festival

24 – 26 Hula Competition (All Music/Musicians are judged)

Contact:  Nathan Kalama, kmfkauai@hawaii.rr.com

Shaolin Warriors play the Concert Hall September 23-27.  High-flying martial arts and acrobatics, amazing feats of strength, skill and endurance grounded in the mindfulness of Buddhist practice.

“A performance that’s part action flick, part Cirque du Soleil.” The Boston Globe.

SHAOLIN TICKETS ON SALE TODAY in person at the Blaisdell, by phone 1-800-745-3000, at outlets in Macy’s and online at www.ticketmaster.com.

Deadline:  September 30

The 2009 Digital Camera Photographer of the Year is accepting submissions.

There is no entry fee

http://www.artblahblah.com/

Ongoing or multi-day activities:

AIRPORT WINDOW DISPLAYS

HAL side:  Kauai Through the Eyes of Artists

United Airlines side:  Year of the Hawaiian Music

Brought to you by Garden Island Arts Council

Funded by a grant through the Hawai’i Tourism Authority

In cooperation with the County of Kaua’I Office of Economic Development

(open to all passengers in transit)

ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART

Art Classes by Marionette in Waimea:

Watercolors – Flowers, Silk Painting, Watercolor for kids,

Beginning Drawing, Acrylic Painting, and much more

Painting Paradise, Waimea

Contact:  Marionette, 631-9173, www.kauai-artist.net

CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE

Thru October 9, 2009, Monday through Saturday in the Senda Gallery

Kaua‘i Morale Committee of WWII

On Kaua‘i at the start of World War II, nearly 65% of the plantation workforce were of Japanese descent, many were prominent citizens including those elected to public office. Discover what happened to these people and what their leaders, in the guise of the Morale Committee, accomplished in this fascinating story. Roy Miyake, guest curator. Admission

Contact: Chris Faye, 245-6931 ext. 21

HULA CLASS REGISTRATION—-Leilani Rivera Bond, kumu hula of Halau Hula o Leilani, welcomes keiki, teens and adults to register for beginning or intermediate hula and Tahitian dance classes starting in June. Call Leilani at 651-0682 or email darryl.leilani@hawaiiantel.net.

On Mondays, classes are held at All Saints Church gym in Kapaa: beginning keiki at 6:00; beginning opio (teens) and wahine, 7:15.

New class for keiki on Tuesday in Koloa at 4:00.

Keiki kane classes held on Wednesday, 3:45 in Wailua.

On Wednesdays at All Saints gym, classes for intermediate and advanced keiki at 6:00; intermediate and advanced opio (teens) and wahine at 7:30.

Reasonable monthly fee charged. Call kumu Leilani Rivera Bond at 651-0682 or email darryl.leilani@hawaiiantel.net to register. The halau and Leilani participate in community events and competitions, perform at the Grand Hyatt, put on a Christmas family show, and have an annual ho’ike in February.

The Halau Hula o Leilani Booster Club is a non-profit organization supporting the halau. Mahalo for your assistance. Call or email me or Leilani if you need further information.

Donna Stewart

Halau Hula o Leilani

Cell:  635-7248; e-mail dsmanu@hawaii.rr.com

New Hula Class for Ladies

Saturday, June 6, 10:30 am – noon

To enroll, email your contact info to <uamakaniwahine@gmail.com>

Must register to attend mandatory orientation

Must have previous hula backgroun

Non-competitive hula

Cover 3-month tuition + registration fee; monthly tuition thereafter

Saturdays, 11:00 am

Drumming Class

Lydgate Park Pavilion by Kamalani Bridge

Bring your own drum, stool or chair

$10 per session

Contact:  Isa Maria, 652-6139

2nd, 3rd, 4th Saturdays, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Kauai Museum’s 2008 Saturday Clubs

monthly workshops on unique island traditions

Kaua’I Museum daily public tours, 10:30 am to noon

Led by knowledgeable & entertaining docents

Free with admission to the museum

The Kaua;I Museum, Keepers of the Culture

Info:  245-6931

Waimea Plantation Lifestyle Tour

Ongoing – Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday,

volunteer guides lead walking tours through

the Waimea Plantation cottages and the Waimea

Sugar Company “camp” houses, which date from the

turn of the 20th century. Tours take approximately

90 minutes and are limited to 12 people.

Waimea Town, (808) 337-1005

Tuesday evenings, 7:00 pm

Halau Hula Na Lei Kupua O Kauai,

Kumu Hula Susan Pa’inui Floyd with the

guidance of Frank Kawaikapuokalani Hewett

On island class teacher, Fern Merle-Jones

Men & Women, Visitors of all levels welcome

Donation $10 per class

Church of the Pacific, Princeville

Call Fern Merle-Jones, 828-1342

<bless2u@aloha.net>

Last two thursday each month, 3:15 – 5:00 pm

Ilima Rivera’s Hula Studio

Hula and Tahitian Classes

Kukui Grove Center Stage

Contact:  Ilima Rivera, 808-822-5929

DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE

August 31 and September 2 – Fall Session Classes begin

KUGA – KAUAI UNDERGROUND ARTISTS

Planting seeds of creativity via dance, music, lyrics

Register Online at www.kuga808.com

Contact:  Lila, Sara, Marisol, kuga808@mac.com

DANCE CLASSES for all ages and abilities (children 3+) Teens & Adults

Ballet, Hip Hop, Modern, Contemporary & Flamenco Dance

Royal Ballet Kauai Academy

2009-2010 DANCE SEASON

Started enrollment August 1 – September 30

Class locations in Princeville, Kapaa & Lihue

For more information in Contact: Jennifer Schwartz Bell-Grey

www.jenballet.com tel 808 823 9588

Kauai Dance Theatre 24th season

Summer-Fall 16 week term of classes, ages 4 – adult

Creative movement, various levels of Ballet/Pointe, Tap and Jazz dance – Kalaheo

Intermediate level ballet class – Lihue location

Contact Janie Crane, 332-9737 for registration form

Register by July 31 and save $5 off the $15 registration fee

jbcdance@hotmail.com

www.kauaidancetheatre.com – schedule, fees, info

CAROL CULVER DANCE ACADEMY

Now enrolling for summer

6-week session – June 19 thru August 4

Have fun and learn to dance from a Broadway, TV and Film

professional dancer/choreographer.

Classes available for ages 3 through adult

In Princeville and Lihue

€ TAP € BALLET € JAZZ € SWING (East Coast & Lindy Hop)

€ NEW BEGINNING TAP for ages 10 thru adult

€ NEW TOT BALLET classes – ages 3 thru 7

€ NEW SWING class – teen & adult

€ 2 NEW N. SHORE JAZZ classes

– Beginning level – ages 6 thru 12

– Beg/int level – ages 10 thru adult

€ Special class offered to prepare middle school and high school students wishing to participate in the KPAC program.

Complete schedule online at dancekauai.com

Call 245-3150 or email cc@dancekauai.com to register.

Ongoing classes drawing, painting, dance, drama, stretch and tone

Ages 4 and up

Seasonal dance camps for kids, theme Birthday Parties, Parent Getaway Nights

Teacher Rebecca Owen

Green Light Creative Arts Center

4-941 A Kuhio Hwy, Kapaa

Contact Rebecca, 276-1265, rebeccamichelle@mac.com

www.greenlightcreativearts.com

Aloha Dance Studio

Hip Hop, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Pointe, Modern & Flamenco

instructing ages 3 years old – adults in all levels.

Register Today!  Full schedule and rates online!

www.alohadancestudio.com

245-1810

Monday nights weekly, 7:30 pm

Kalaheo Neighborhood Center

Thursday nights weekly, 7:30 pm

Kapaa Neighborhood Center

Argentine Tango Lessons

Beginners welcome; no partner necessary

Free

www.alohatango.com

EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE

FREE QI GONG CLASS FOR SENIORS

Every Tuesday 10-11am

A gentle moving form for ages 60+

FREE SITTING QI GONG CLASS FOR SENIORS

Every Thursday 10-11am

An easy and gentle sitting form for ages 60+

GOLDEN EIGHT QI GONG EXERCISES

Tuesdays, 10am-11am

Promotes self-healing and health maintenance.

$10 per class, $5 for returning students

12 SITTING QI GONG EXERCISES

Thursdays, 10-11am

Strengthens immune system and longevity.

$10 for per class, $5 for returning students

To register for classes call 639-4300 or Qi@hawaii.rr.com. The location of the Qi Center  is 3343 Kanakolu Street, Lihue, HI 96766. (From Kuhio Hwy 56, turn by the AT&T store on Ehiku St. then take the fourth right on Kanakolu St, follow the signs)

Starting on August 3, 2009

Mondays, 8:30 – 9:30 am

“Stretch and Tone”  – stretch, tone, fitness format, Pilates-inspried exercise

Fridays, 8:30 – 9:30 am

“FitDanceFusion” – standing stretches, 20 min aerobic dance movement, toning floor exercise

Ongoing in Kalaheo studio – call for location, details, current schedule

Bring exercise mat or thick towel for floor work; wear comfortable clothes

$7/class, $26/4 class card, $48/8 class card

Contact:  Janie Crane, 332-9737, jbcdance@hotmail.com

www.kauaidancetheatre.com – info

Saturdays monthly, 8:30 am

Forest Workday

Koke’e CCC Camp

Register:  Koke’e Natural History Musuem

(808) 335-9975. kokeemuseum@earthlink.net

www.kokee.org

Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 1 – 2 pm

Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program

Especially for those with Arthritis

Jim Jung, Cis Odell – instructors

Dress comfortably

Check with doctor before beginning any exercise program

Contact:  596-2900, Jennifer DeMarrre, Director

MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC

Mondays,12:00 noon – 1:00 pm

Monday Music – Waimea Free Outdoor Concert

Hofgaard Park – across from Ishihara Market

contact:  Candy Baar, Aloha-n-Paradise Art & Event Gallery, 338-1522

Friday nights 7:00-8:00pm

Entertainment at Center Stage

Kukui Grove Center

Contact:  245-7784

First Friday & Saturday of Month

All day live entertainment

Coconut Plantation Marketplace

Free and open to the public

Contact:  Darryl Low

ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC

Every Monday at 3:00 pm

Outdoor Farmer’s Market

Kukui Grove Center (near Sears)

Contact:  245-7784 

Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat

7:30 – 11:00 am; 11:45 am – 4:15 pm

Kauai Resource Center Open & Accepting Recyclables

Redeem HI5 bottles, plastic #1&2, aluminum,

Cardboard, Mixed paper, glass, newspaper

Send out on August 11 – 12, 2009

EKK Schedule 2009

Jan 6, 2009 | Hawaiian Music, NEWS! Arts & Cultural Events on Kauai

E Kanikapila Kakou Hawaiian Music Program 2009

Cross Cultural Influences on Hawaiian Music

All sessions held on Monday at Island School main hall, 3-1875 Kaumualii Highway, Lihue 96766

   

Monday, January 19, 6:00 – 9:00 pm: O’Brian Eselu, kumu hula extraordinaire, and Kenneth Makuakane, outstanding songwriter 

Monday, January 26, 6:00 – 9:00 pm:  Chanel Flores, Ms Tita 2006, wonderful entertainer and aspiring songwriter

Monday, February 2, 6:00 – 9:00 pm:  Peter Apo, outstanding Hawaiian cultural consultant with accompanist Zanuck Lindsey

Monday, February 9, 6:00 – 9:00 pm:  Palani Vaughan and “King’s Own” with Ashley Kimo Artis & Isaac Kalua; and Kilipaki Vaughan; Palani’s songs are woven into the history of Hawaiian music

Monday, February 16, 6:00 – 9:00 pm:  Nathan Aweau, NHH male entertainer of the year; Walt Keale, extraordinary composer/musician. 

Monday, February 23, 6:00 – 9:00 pm:  Kupaoa Music – Lihau Hannahs and Kellen Paik – hot young duo with wonderful new compositions; new to EKK

Monday, March 2, 6:00 – 9:00 pm:  Eric Lee

Monday, March 9, 6:00 – 9:00 pm:  Leilani Rivera Bond, kumu hula and singer, shares new compositions, her extraordinary voice and some hula dancers

Monday, March 16, 6:00 – 9:00 pm:  Leokane Pryor, Maui falsetto singer, with Hana musicians – Glenwood Tolentino, Christopher and Matthew-John Helekahi

Monday, March 23, 6:00 – 9:00 pm:  Lopaka Bukoski, Kauai kumu hula, with Kelly Love and Naniwai’ui Kanahele of Ni’ihau

Monday, March 30, 6:00 – 9:00 pm:  “Jumping Flea” Virtuosos will each share their own unique ukulele stylings – Gordon Mark, classical ukulele; David Kamakahi, contemporary and traditional Hawaiian music; Aldrine Guerrero, Kauai ukulele star and online ukulele instructor. 

Monday, April 6, 6:00 – 9:00 pm:  Maka Herrod, expect the unexpected with Kauai’s BoomShakaLakaMaka

CONCERTS presented or co-sponsored by Garden Island Arts Council:

Saturday January 24, 2009, 7:00–9:00 pm

A History of Jazz—Part 2

The Great American Songbook and Jump, Jive and Boogie Blues

Featuring: Noel Jewkes with Kirk Smart, David Braun, David Yukimura, Tony Rodarte, Will Lydgate and special guests

Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center

Contact 652-7226 or Kirksmart1@yahoo.com


Sunday, February 15, 2009, 7:00–9:30 pm

E Kanikapila Kakou Hawaiian Music Concert

Headlining: Nathan Aweau and hula dancer Kelehua Kawai

Napua Greig w/ Sean Naleimaile, Joshua Kahula & David Montero

Special Guests:  Madeleine Brandli & Walt Keale

Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center

Contact: giac@hawaiilink.net

 

Saturday, March 7, 2009, 7:00–9:30 pm

Hawaiian Treasures Concert

Featuring: Richard Hoopii, George Kahumoku Jr., Dennis Kamakahi

Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center

Contact: George Kahumoku Jr., (808-280-9948)


Saturday, March 7 and Sunday, March 8, 2009, time TBA

Workshops available pending signup: 

Ukulele Strumming & Techniques–Richard Hoopii

Hawaiian Songs and songwriting–Dennis Kamakahi

Hawaiian Slackkey Guitar–Dennis Kamakahi

Hawaiian Slackkey Ukulele–George Kahumoku Jr.

Hawaiian Storytelling–George Kahumoku Jr

Contact to sign up: giac@hawaiilink.net

 

UPCOMING 2009 Arts & Culture Calendar

Jan 6, 2009 | NEWS! Arts & Cultural Events on Kauai

UPCOMING 2009 Arts & Culture Calendar 
Email giac@hawaiilink.net to get listing in advance

Message for the New Year:
A huge and heartfelt mahalo from the Garden Island Arts Council 
for continued support from all who appreciate our arts and culture offerings; 
your “winter avalanche” of messages to the Governor’s office in support of
art and culture in the State of Hawaii has positively impacted the budgets 
for the coming year(s); budget is still cut but not 100% out in the cold!
Latest News on HSFCA Budget Recommendations:  www.hawaiiartsalliance.org
Budget in Brief – Department of Budget and Finance:  www.hawaii.gov/budget
E KANIKAPILA KAKOU 2009 Schedule emailed on request;
also in GIAC ARTS newsletter insert in Kauai People, January 9, 2009 issue
Note:  Ongoing, weekly or multi-day activities listed at the end of this email.
December 31 DEADLINE — Last day to enter for $99
Early registration for Paradise Ride Kauai 2009 ends
August 8 and 9, 2009 – Day of bike ride
Contact:  www.paradiseridekauai.com
JANUARY 2009
Celebrating “Year of the Hawaiian Music” (see Jan 9 ARTS newsletter)
Friday, January 2, 8:00 – 10:00 am
LISTEN! Radio Stations:  KESU, KSRF, KKCR, KUAI, KONG
Na Mele O Kauai (Songs of Kauai)
Partners:  
Malie Foundation, Kauai Music Festival, Garden Island Arts Council
Friday, January 2, 12:00 noon (Honolulu-based statewide Exhibition)
Artists of Hawaii 2009 Juried Exhibition Deadline for Entries
Juried by Laura Hoptman, Senior Curator
New Museum of Contemporary Art, NY, NY
Juror Lecture, Thursday, February 19, 4:00 pm, Doris Duke Theatre
Exhibitions Dates:  May 14 – August 16, 2009
Reception:  May 13, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Saturday, January 3, 8:30 am
Friends of Kamalani  and Lydgate Park
Beach Grooming Day – Lydgate Park swimming ponds
Bring gloves, rakes and drinking water
Starbucks coffee will be served
Info:  Call John Lydgate, 652-0552
Sunday, January 4, 2009, 4:00 pm
The Mokihana Club Winter Concert
Starring Mary Rauh, Mezzo-Soprano
Lihue Parish Hall, 4340 Nawiliwili Road, Lihue
Tickets:  Adults $10; Students $5; under 10 Free
Outlets:  K-Mart, Zack’s Frozen Yogurt Waipouli, 
Kauai Music and Sound Kapaa; Scotty’s Music Kalaheo; 
Hanalei Surf Shop
Contact:  Georgene Yamada, 332-9870; Vicky Thrift, 822-3718
Deanna Wieland, Publicity Chair
The Mokihana Club, 808-826-1283
Monday – Friday, January 5 – 9, 8:00 am – 12:00 noon
Let’s Make A Movie Together
Media Arts Academy for ages 7 – 14 years of age
Instructors:  Cindy Combs & Mark Jeffers
The Storybook Theatre, Hanapepe
Limited to 15 children
Tuition $125
Nutritious snacks provided each day
Program is partially funded by the Hawaii SFCA
w/ funds from the Hawaii State Legislature & the NEA
Contact:  Mark Jeffers, 335-0712
Thursday, January 8, 5:00 pm
Garden Island Arts Council/Kauai Crafts Studio present
“Soy What?”
Soy batik workshop by Betsy Sterling Benjamin
Island School Frear Halau Center
Potluck at 5:00 pm; Lecture Demo at 6:00 pm
Open to the public
Contact:  Mizu Sumida, 337-1001 or Tashi, 337-2400
Friday, January 9, 4:30 pm
Kahu ‘Ohana Celebration
for participants & their ‘ohana
Kahu ‘Ohana Artwork Exhibit & Limerick Reading
Live Entertainment
Food Court Princeville Center
Friday, January 9, 6 – 8 pm
“Uplifting the Immune System” Day with Grandmaster Hong
for  asthma, allergy, vog relief, respiratory colds and more
One Day affects 365 Days of Health
Qi Center in Lihue
No charge for this service
Register:  Call 639-4300
Contact:  qi@hawaii.rr.com
Saturday, January 10, 10 am to 4 pm
Feng Shui Workshop with Grandmaster Hong
Enhancing Prosperity, Success & Health
Fifth annual benefit workshop provides practical every-day tools 
for enhancing prosperity for your – Health, Finances, Romance, and Family 
– all within the context of the Feng Shui tradition. 
The energy of the present economic conditions in the world today are based 
on energy patterns which have been repeating for over 4,000 years.  
Participants will gain an understanding of energetic influences to be experienced 
during 2009, the Year of the Ox, from Grandmaster Hong, 
a master of five different schools of Feng Shui.
Tuition is $155 when prepaid by 12/31 or $175 at the door and includes lunch. 
 For reservations or information, call 639-4300.
Fridays, Saturdays at 7, Sundays at 4
January 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18
The Kaua`i Performing Arts Center (KPAC) presents
William Shakespeare’s Macbeth
Directed by Arnold Meister, Produced by Dennis McGraw
Starring Blake Guest, Kendall Beck, Tobias Riggle, Kealoha Furneaux
Kaua`i Community College Theatre
Adults,  $12 in advance $15 @ the door .
Students: $7 in advance $10 @ the door. 
Ticket outlets T.B.A.
Sunday, January 11, 2:00 – 4:00 pm
“Make the Most of Your Garden Seed Saving Workshop”
Organic, Biodynamic, permaculture methods with focus on seed processing
Lihue Neighborhood Center
3353 Eono Street, Lihue
Free workshop presented by
Regenerations Botanical Garden, the Kaua’i Community Seed Bank,
Kauai Essential Exchange for Plants and Seeds, and
The All Kauai Meal
Contact:  Robin Torquati, (808) 652-1431
Monday – Sunday, January 12 – 18, 2009
Week long Reggae School workshop
Steelgrass Farm and Recording Studio
Attention Reggae Lovers! 
Top level music education in the reggae genre 
open to musicians of all levels, beginner to advanced 
A new institution to spread the skill and vibes to play authentic reggae music 
and to unite people of all races and cultures in a reggae vibration.
Instruction includes ear training, harmony, ensembles, instrumental lessons, vocals and more.
We will be teaching all the conceivable instruments of the reggae band:  Guitar, Bass, Drums, Bingi/percussion, Vocals, Horns, and piano/keyboards. 
Tuition Price:  $850 
Kama’aina: $585 or $75 per single day
Register at www.reggaeschool.com
Or call: Will Lydgate at 808 651 0302
This workshop features some really fun teachers and luminaries in the reggae world. 
World Class Faculty:
-Matt Jenson, (Berklee College of Music Bob Marley Ensemble) Keys/Organ/Improv
-Tuff Lion, (Midnite, I-Grade, Bambu Station) Guitar/Ensemble/Vocals/Production
-Roger Steffens, (Author, reggae archivist and Founder of Beat Magazine) Reggae History
-Gabe Jones, Vocals/Drums/Ear Training/Theory
-Will Lydgate, Bass/Ear Training Theory/Coordinator
-Danny Mo,  (Berklee College of Music Bass Professor) Bass/Ensemble
-Jack Miller, (Reggae Music Pioneer, Film Producer) Songwriting/Reggae history
Wednesday, January 14, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
“The Monk Seals of Kauai”
Dr. Mimi Olry, Kauai Monk Seal REsponse Coordinator, DLNR & NOAA
head of the Marine Mammal Stranding Network
Kauai’s endangered monk seal population; efforts to promote conservation
Princeville Library Speaker Program
Contact:  Princeville Library, 826-4310
Monday, January 19, 2009, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Garden Island Arts Council presents EKK Season 26
E Kanikapila Kakou OPENING NIGHT
O’Brian Eselu, master kumu hula, and
Kenneth Makuakane, multiple Na Hoku Hanohano award winning composer
Island School Main Hall
3-1875 Kaumualii Highway, Puhi (KCC traffic light)
6:00 – 7:00 Instrumental hour
7:00 – 9:00 Main program
Thursday, January 22 (HONOLULU EVENT)
Four day choral festival – 200 member honor choir
Saturday, January 24, 7:00 pm
BYU-Hawaii Ballroom – free concert
Sunday, January 25, 2:00 pm
Kawaiahao Church, Honolulu – free concert
45 high school students from Kauai will be participating
Saturday January 24th, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Kirk Smart and The Garden Island Arts Council Present:
A History of Jazz-Part 2
The Great American Songbook and Jump, Jive and Boogie Blues
Featuring Noel Jewkes with
Kirk Smart, David Braun, David Yukimura, Tony Rodarte, Will Lydgate and special guests
Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center
$20 adults, $10 Seniors and Children, $25 at the door
Tickets available at Kauai Music and Sound (Kapa’a), Scotty’s Music (Kalaheo), Island Soap and Candle (Koloa and Kilauea), The Healthy Hut (KIlauea), Hanalei Strings and Things, Relish Salon (Hanalei)
Contact 652-7226 or Kirksmart1@yahoo.com
Saturday – Sunday, January 24 – 25, 2009, 9 am – 4pm
5th Annual Inspiration Kauai Wellness Expo 
Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall, 4191 Hardy St, Lihue
Expo Admission:  $5/day or $8/both days
Free/Children under 12 & Seniors
Women’s Health & Empowerment workshop – Sat, Jan 24, 9:30 – 3:00 pm
Tickets available at the Door
Keynote Presentation:  “Evening with Deepak Chopra – Monday, Jan 26
VIP Reception, 5:30 – 7:00 pm, $125
General Seating Lecture & Book Signing, 7:30 – 10:30 pm, $50
Tickets online at www.inspirationjournal.com
Contact:  Char Ravelo, 652-4328
Monday, January 26, 2009, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Garden Island Arts Council presents EKK Season 26
E Kanikapila Kakou Week #2
Chanel Flores, Ms Tita 2006, and Friends
Singer-songwriter with extraordinary flair
and gut-wrenching humour
Island School Main Hall
3-1875 Kaumualii Highway, Puhi (KCC traffic light)
6:00 – 7:00 Instrumental hour
7:00 – 9:00 Main program
Thursday, January 29, 7:00 pm
Susan Middleton Talk (HONOLULU EVENT)
“Archipelago” & “Remains of a Rainbow”
Land & Sea portraits of plants & animals by
David Littschwager & Susan Middleton
Exhibition up from Dec 5, 2008 to Jan 31, 2009
Art at Mark’s Garage, Nuuanu Street, Downtown Honolulu
Free Event
Contact:  www.artatmarks.com
Saturday, Jan 31, 9:30 – 11:30 am
Lisa Schattenburg-Raymond, Executive Director
Maui Nui Botanical Garden
Lecture on historic aspects of Kapa
Emphasis on natural dyes, mordants, etc.
Potluck Lunch to follow
Frear Center, Island School, Puhi
Cost:  $10 donation
Perpetuating Hawaiian arts & culture
Contact:  Sabra Kauka, 246-8899
Ongoing or multi-day activities:
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat
7:30 – 11:00 am; 11:45 am – 4:15 pm
Kauai Resource Center Open & Accepting Recyclables
Redeem HI5 bottles, plastic #1&2, aluminum, 
Cardboard, Mixed paper, glass, newspaper
AIRPORT WINDOW DISPLAYS
HAL side:  Kauai Through the Eyes of Artists
United Airlines side:  Year of the Hawaiian Music (SOON)
Brought to you by Garden Island Arts Council
Funded by a grant through the Hawai’i Tourism Authority
In cooperation with the County of Kaua’I Office of Economic Development
(open to all passengers in transit)
ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART ART
Starting Monday, December 29 for five weeks, 4:00 – 6:00 pm
Handbuilding Pottery Class at LightWave Studio, Kapaa
Beginners and Children w/ parents are welcome
Fee:  $150 for five classes including firing and supplies (10 lbs of finished work)
Contact:  Deant at 826-9576, mangodean@yahoo.com
Kauai Recycling for the Arts class schedule online
http://www.kauaiglass.org
(808) 632-0555
Monday mornings, 9:30 – 11:30 am
Jan 5, 12, 19, 26
Feb 2, 9
Create Yourself Awake 10-week course
Creative Arts Therapy
Ala Palamea Creative Arts
$15 per class
Contact:  Kim, 346-5967, kiminkauai@yahoo.com
Every Tuesday morning, 9:30 – 11:30 am
Ala Palamea Creative Arts
Open Studio Day – no appt necessary
$15 per class
Contact:  Kim, 346-5967, kiminkauai@yahoo.com
Thursday Evenings, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Jan 8, 15
Art and the Mundane
Ala Palamea Creative Arts
$15 per class
Contact:  Kim, 346-5967, kiminkauai@yahoo.com
Art Classes by Marionette in Waimea:  
Watercolors – Flowers, Silk Painting, Watercolor for kids, 
Beginning Drawing, Acrylic Painting, and much more
Painting Paradise, Waimea
Contact:  Marionette, 631-9173, www.kauai-artist.net
CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE 
Aloha Africa welcomes  New Talent
OUSMANE SALL from Senegal, guest master dancer
Ousmane will be offering a series of 7 high-energy dance classes 
NOO ANANG from Ghana 
Teaching traditional West African dance and drum classes 
on Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings.
Schedule:  www.aloha-africa.com
Contact:  Isa Maria, 634-1730
Wed, January 14 New Enrollment session begins
4:15 – for ages 5 – 12
5:00 – for ages 13 yrs – adults
Vahine Tahitian Dance
Instructor Mi Nei Oliver, 26-time Tahitian Dance Winner
Holds Tahiti Dance Diploma 
from Senior Professor Louise Kimitete of Tahiti’s Conservatoire
Kapaa Neighborhood Center
Info:  Call 821-1903
ONGOING HULA CLASSES – by Leilani Rivera Bond, Halau Hula o Leilani
Keiki Kane Hula, ages 5 – 15; hula and Tahitian dance
Beginning Keiki Hula Classes, Mondays, 6 to 7 PM, All Saints Church gym, Kapaa.
Beginning Adult Hula Classes (age 13 and up), Mondays, 7 to 8 PM, All Saints Church gym, Kapaa. 
Coconut Marketplace shopping center in Wailua/Kapaa. 
Intermediate and Advanced Keiki Hula and Tahitian Classes, Wednesdays, 5:30 to 7 PM, All Saints Church gym
Advanced Wahine Hula Classes, Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 PM, All Saints Church gym, Kapaa.  
Call Leilani at 651-0682, Darryl Low, 651-0864, or e-mail darryl.leilani@hawaiiantel.net.
Donna Stewart, 635-7248
Saturdays, 11:00 am
Drumming Class
Lydgate Park Pavilion by Kamalani Bridge
Bring your own drum, stool or chair
$10 per session
Contact:  Isa Maria, 652-6139
2nd, 3rd, 4th Saturdays, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Kauai Museum’s 2008 Saturday Clubs
monthly workshops on unique island traditions
Kaua’I Museum daily public tours, 10:30 am to noon
Led by knowledgeable & entertaining docents
Free with admission to the museum
The Kaua;I Museum, Keepers of the Culture
Info:  245-6931
Waimea Plantation Lifestyle Tour
Ongoing – Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 
volunteer guides lead walking tours through 
the Waimea Plantation cottages and the Waimea 
Sugar Company “camp” houses, which date from the 
turn of the 20th century. Tours take approximately 
90 minutes and are limited to 12 people. 
Waimea Town, (808) 337-1005
Tuesday evenings, 7:00 pm
Halau Hula Na Lei Kupua O Kauai, 
Kumu Hula Susan Pa’inui Floyd with the
guidance of Frank Kawaikapuokalani Hewett
On island class teacher, Fern Merle-Jones
Men & Women, Visitors of all levels welcome
Donation $10 per class
Church of the Pacific, Princeville
Call Fern Merle-Jones, 828-1342
Last two thursday each month, 3:15 – 5:00 pm
Ilima Rivera’s Hula Studio 
Hula and Tahitian Classes
Kukui Grove Center Stage
Contact:  Ilima Rivera, 808-822-5929
DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE
Kauai Dance Theatre’s 23rd season
Winter/Spring term of classes start in January
Morning exercise, creative movement, various levels of Ballet/Pointe, Tap and Jazz dance
Kalaheo and Lihue locations, ages 4 – adult
Contact Janie Crane, 332-9737,
Carol Culver Dance Academy
Ballet, tap, jazz, partnering, East Coast Swing and Lindy Hop
Classes for students ages 4 through adult
Locations in Lihue & Kilauea
For complete class schedule, go to
Info:  245-3150
KUGA – KAUAI UNDERGROUND ARTISTS
Planting seeds of creativity via dance, music, lyrics
Winter Session for Hip-Hop & Breaking
Register Online at www.kuga808.com
Contact:  Lila, Sara, Marisol
Tuesdays – Weekly HIP HOP & BALLET Classes (new)
Teacher Rebecca Owen
3:00pm – 3:45pm – kids Ballet (age 4-7)
4:00 – 4:45pm – kids Hip Hop (age 5-11)
7:30 – 8:30pm – teen/adult Hip Hop
COST: $10 per night/$60 for a 6-class punch card
LOCATION: Bodhi Tree/Bikram Yoga studio.
Contact Becca, 276-1265, rebeccamichelle@mac.com
www.web.mac.com/rebeccamichelle
Royal Ballet Kauai Academy
Ballet, Hip Hop & Contemporary Dance Classes
All ages & abilities, primary through adults
Kapaa, Princeville & Lihue locations
www.jenballet.com, 823-9588
Tuesdays, 3:00 – 3:30 pm
New Primary Ballet Class, ages  3 -4
Royal Ballet Kauai Academy 
Instructor:  Jennifer Schwartz Bell- Grey
Tuition $43/month + $20 registration fee
Contact:  Jennifer Schwartz Bell-Grey, 823-9588
Aloha Dance Studio 
Hip Hop, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Pointe, Modern & Flamenco
instructing ages 3 years old – adults in all levels.
Register Today!  Full schedule and rates online!
www.alohadancestudio.com
245-1810 
Monday nights weekly, 7:30 pm
Kalaheo Neighborhood Center
Thursday nights weekly, 7:30 pm
Kapaa Neighborhood Center
Argentine Tango Lessons
Beginners welcome; no partner necessary
Free
www.alohatango.com
EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE 
Mondays, 8:30 – 9:30 am
“Stretch and Tone”
Fridays, 8:30 – 9:30 am
“FitDanceFusion”
Ongoing in Kalaheo – call for location, details, current schedule
$7/class, $26/4 class card, $48/8 class card
Contact:  Janie Crane, 332-9737
Saturdays monthly, 8:30 am
Forest Workday
Koke’e CCC Camp
Register:  Koke’e Natural History Musuem
(808) 335-9975. kokeemuseum@earthlink.net
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 1 – 2 pm
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
Especially for those with Arthritis
Jim Jung, Cis Odell – instructors
Dress comfortably
Check with doctor before beginning any exercise program
Contact:  596-2900, Jennifer DeMarrre, Director
FREE SITTING QI GONG CLASS FOR SENIORS
Thursdays 10-11am
An easy and gentle sitting form for ages 65+
Ongoing Qi Classes at the Qi Center – call for dates & time
Classes now being taught daytime & evenings
Qi Center in Lihue
Call 639-4300, Qi@hawaii.rr.com
Beginning Qi Gong Basic 8 Classes
(Radiant health & longevity)
Free Sitting Qi Gong for Seniors 60+
(A gentle standing form for longevity)
Free Qi Gong Class for Seniors 60+
Golden Eight Qi Gong Exercises
(Promotes self-healing & health maintenance; Especially good for the heart)
12 Sitting Qi Gong Exercise Class
(Strengthens the immune system & benefits the mind & body)
For any information about the above classes, please
call the Lihue Qi Center at 639-4300 
MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC
Mondays,12:00 noon – 1:00 pm
Monday Music – Waimea Free Outdoor Concert 
Hofgaard Park – across from Ishihara Market
contact:  Candy Baar, Aloha-n-Paradise Art & Event Gallery, 338-1522
Every Friday, 6:30 – 9:00 pm
Every Saturday, 6:00 – 8:00 pm, 
dancing after 8 pm on Saturdays
New York City Jazz Saxophonist Denny Morouse
Plus David Braun, trumpeter from Chicago
Shaka Tacos, Old Kapaa Town
Contact:  Denny Morouse, 823-0012
www.myspace.com/DennyMorouseSaxophonistComposer
www.DennyMorouse.com
Note: Denny is Jazz DJ on KKCR 91.9 islandwide every other Tues, 6 – 8 pm – “Anything’s Possible”
Friday nights 7:00-8:00pm
Entertainment at Center Stage
Kukui Grove Center
Contact:  245-7784
First Friday & Saturday of Month
All day live entertainment 
Coconut Plantation Marketplace
Free and open to the public
Contact:  Darryl Low
ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC ETC 
Every Monday at 3:00 pm
Outdoor Farmer’s Market
Kukui Grove Center (near Sears)
Contact:  245-7784 
SEND OUT ON DECEMBER 30, 2008

May 2008 Arts & Cultural Event on Kauai

Apr 24, 2008 | NEWS! Arts & Cultural Events on Kauai

LAST WEEK OF APRIL 2008
Thursday, April 24, 5:00 pm
Anchoring Kauai’s Future w/ Leadership Kauai
An Evening of Elegance
Motivational Speaker William Cathers
Jazz pianist Donald Vega
Hosted cocktails, silent auction,
sitdown dinner, live jazz show
On board NCL’s Pride of America
Ticket Info:  245-8727
Contact:  Alana Brun, 246-8727

Friday, April 25, 7:00 pm
Inspiration Magazine & Leadership Kauai present
You Must Believe in Spring!
Unique Jazz Concert
Motivational Speaker William Cathers
Ms Roberta Gambarini, leading lady of jazz from NYC
Donald Vega, jazz pianist
Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center
Tickets at Borders, Scotty’s, Larry’s, H.Hawaii Media
$30 adults, $50 couples
Children under 12 are free
Contact:  Alana Brun, 246-8727
Fri- Sat, April 25, 26, May 2, 3 – 7:00 pm
Sunday, April 27 and May 4 – 4:00 pm
Kauai Performing Arts Center’s Spring Musical – “Hello Dolly”
Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall
Advance Tix – Adults $10/Students $6
Door Tix -  Adults $12/Students $8
Contact:  Dennis McGraw, 651-2417
Stacie Cantu, 346-7802
Saturday, April 26, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Ke Akua Mana Benefit Lu’au & Ho’olaule’a
(Church of the Living God)
Jerry Santos with Barry Kimokeo & Wally Suenaga
Leabert & Stephanie Lindsey 
Keli’i Kaneali’i
Plus a host of special Kaua’i Hawaiian Entertainers
Ono Hawaiian Food – 11:00 – 5:00
Ohana Silent Auction
Opio Food Booth
Info or tix:  Rev Ipo Kahaunaele-Ferreira, 652-5485
or Ke Akua Mana Church, 822-5081

Saturday, April 26, 2008, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
American Heart Association Benefit Concert Starring Na Leo
Featuring Cindy Combs; Introducing NuEyeLand Music
Location – Kilohana Pavilion
VIP Pre-Sale Tickets – Table of 10 @ $400
Advance Tickets $45/ Door Tickets $50
Contact:  Cherylann Farrell, 245-7311
Saturday, April 26, 10:00 pm – 2:00 am
TRAX presents Rockin’ Retro Dance Party
70s 80s 90s
Disco-Funk-Rock-Soul by DJ Jeff
Lotus Lounge in Blossoming Lotus Restaurant, Kapaa
Cover $7, 21 & Up
Info:  822-7678; http://KauaiDance.com
April 25, 26, 27, 2008
Concrete and Mosaic Sculpture Workshop
$295.00
3-day concrete and mosaic sculpture workshop. Learn to make a concrete and mosaic sculpture using styrofoam, plastic and other trash that fills up our landfill, then cover it with concrete and mosaic for your garden sculpture.
Kauai Recycling for the Arts
Contact: 632-0555
Wednesday, April 30, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
KKCR/Kekahu Foundation Community Advisory Board Meeting
Lihue Neighborhood Center
Public Input invited, first half
Contact:  Fred Dente, 651-2815

Month of May 2008

Thursday, May 1, 7:00 am – 4:30 pm
28th Annual May Day is Lei Day in Hawaii
10:30 – entertainment & food vendors
11:00 public viewing of leis/silent auction
1:00 awards
3:00 pick up leis
3:30 live auction of leis
Kauai Museum
Contact: Linda Shimoda, 245-6931 

Thursday, May 1, 7:00 pm
KCC Band & Jazz Concert
KCC Performing Arts Center
Contact:  Larry McIntosh

Friday, May 2, 7 pm
5th Annual Miz Tita Pageant
Hilton Kauai Beach Resort Ballroom
Tickets $15 at Hanalei Strings & Things,
Vicky’s Fabrics and Bounty Music in Kapaa
Scotty’s Music in Kalaheo
Hilton Kauai Beach Resort Concierge Desk
Contact:  Nathan Kalama, 822-2166

SATURDAY, May 3, 10:00 am – all day
Ukulele Festival w/ Roy Sakuma
Herb “Ohta-san” Ohta, Kapena
Kapaa Middle School Ukulele Band (Gold Award Winners)
Kenny Rapozo’s Ukulele Troupe, Lihue Seniors
Kukui Grove Center Stage area
Contact:  Jonell Kaohelaulii, Jonell.Kaohelaulii@cbre.com
Saturday, May 3, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
India:  A Journey & Discovery
Ka’imi Na’auao Hawaii Nei performs hula inspired by trip to India
Dances for Earth, Air, Fire, Water
Vi Herbert on Kolam Foundation
Kauai Museum
Contact:  245-6931

Saturday, May 3, 6 pm
Na Lei Hiwahiwa May Day Celebration Concert
 

Lady Ipo & Na Ho’aloha
Ke Kula Ni’ihau O Kekaha Students
Solo Performances:  Leina’ala Pavao, Make Herrod, Healani Youn,
Naomi Yokotake, Puna Kalama-Dawson, Kehaulani Kekua
Hilton Kauai Beach Resort
Malie Scholarship Fundraiser
Tickets $15 at Hanalei Strings & Things,
Vicky’s Fabrics and Bounty Music in Kapaa,
Scotty’s Music in Kalaheo
Hilton Kaua’i Beach Resort Concierge Desk

 

Hilton Kauai Beach Resort
Malie Scholarship Fundraiser
Contact:  Nathan Kalama, 822-2166

Sat, May 3 (overnight), 5:00 pm 
Relay For Life
Annual signature event of American Cancer Society
Hanapepe Stadium
survivor reception at 5pm; opening lap at 6pm; candlelighting at nightfall.
Team packets now available; captains meetings monthly.
Call Erika Sy 246-0695
Saturday, May 3, 7:00 pm
Sunday, May 4, 5:00 pm
Kauai Community College Garden Island Singers present
“Songs of Spring”, a choral music concert
Faure “Requiem”
Broadway show tunes, songs from around the world
Cary Valentine, top Percussionist
KCC Performing Arts Center
Contact:  Greg Shepherd, 245-8269

 

May 3 – 4, 1:00 – 5:00 pm
KAPA Work Weekend
Clean up and dump junk
Learn about costume area
Contact:  Debra Blachowiak, 800-247-8831

 

May 2 to May 11
2008 Hawai’I Romance Festival (HONOLULU EVENT)
May 2 – Opening Ceremonies, ‘Iolani Palace
May 4 – International Music Night, Waikiki Shell
May 5 – Romantic Night at the Movies, Hawaii Theatre
May 6 – Dancing with the Stars, Royal Hawaiian Hotel
May 7 – 8 “The Most Romantic Songs Ever Written”, Hawaii Theatre
May 9 – Back to Romance, Waikiki Shell
May 10, Rhythm of Romance, Blaisdell Arena
May 11, It’s Pink Night Concert & Dinner, Royal Hawaiian Hotel

Tuesday, May 6 (HONOLULU EVENT)
“Dancing with the Stars – Hawaiian Style”Dinner Dance
Royal Hawaiian Hotel Monarch Room
$10 per dance with Hawaii Celebrities
(to benefit Hawaii Arts Alliance)

 

Wednesday, May 7, 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Kauai Chamber of Commerce present:
Marketing Benefits of Having a Website
Continental Breakfast & Lunch included
Contact: 245-7363 

 

May 8, 4:30 – 7:00 pm
Opening Reception
Denise Dion-Sconi – Summer’s Bug
Hawaiian Flowers works of oil on canvs
Exhibition runs May 8 – July 17
Kauai Museum Mezzanine Gallery
Contact:  245-6931

Friday, May 9, 7:00 pm
KCC Orchestra
Featuring aMozart Symphony, Music for Hansel & Gretel,
Selections by Cole Porter and more
Kauai Community College PAC
Free & Open to the public
Contact:  Larry McIntosh

 

MAY 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 8:00 pm
Iona Contemporary Dance Theatre (Honolulu Event)
“Paint by Number”
Music by Quadrophonix
The Cupola, Honolulu Design Center
1250 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu
corner of Piikoi, Kapiolani, Pensacola
Tickets, $45. $40. $35
Purchase at Hawaii Theatre Box office, 528-0506
Contact:  info@iona360.com

 

Saturday, May 10,
Humane Society Fundraiser
Headliner:  Willie K
Marriott Resort Grand Ballroom
Contact:  Dr Becky Rhoades, 632-0710
For Tickets: (808) 632-0610
Saturday, May 10, 10:00 pm – 2:00 am
TRAX presents
Rockin’ Retro Dance Party – 70s 80s 90s
Disco-Funk-Rock-Soul By DJ Jeff
Lotus Lounge in Blossoming Lotus Restaurant, Kapaa
Cover $7, 21 & Up
Info:  822-7678

Sat – Sun, May 10 – 11, 10 am – 4 pm
Reiki Natural Healing – First Degree Reiki Training
 by Shalandra Abbey, Reiki Master
Kaua’i Humane Society
Fee:  $175
Contact:  Faye Newfield (808) 651-5836
Register:  www.ReikiKauai.com
Wednesday, May 14, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Kauai’s Geological Wonders:
Waimea Canyon & the Na Pali Coast”
Dr. Chuck Blay, PhD, Author, Geologist,
Naturalist, Educator
at Princeville Public Library
Contact:  Princeville Library, 826-4310

Thursday, May 15
Deadline to apply for Kokee Resource Conservation Program
Student interns for Summer 2008
5 – 10 weeks internship
Age 18 or older
Major in biology preferred but not required
Housing at CCC Camp; medical insurance required
Contact:  Kokee Museum

Friday, May 16, 7:45 am – 3:45 pm
2008 HTA Festivals & Events Seminar (Kauai meeting)
Kaua’i Marriott Resort, Kalapaki
Robbie Kane, (808) 973-2262
early registration:  April 23

Saturday, May 17, 4:30 p.m.
Kaua’i Concert Association
Red Clay 1st Annual Jazz Festival featuring
Joyce Cooling, Honolulu Jazz Quartet &
Kaua’i High School Jazz Raiders
Kaua’i Marriott Resort & Beach Club Luau Grounds
Adults:  $35 & Students:  $10
Call 245-SING or visit: www.kauai-concert.org

 

Sat., May 17 at 7:00 PM
Sun., May 18 at 4:00 PM

 

“Alice in Wonderland”
Kauai Dance Theatre’s 22nd Spring Concert
Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall
Adults – $10.00, Students/Seniors – $7.00
Proceeds benefit KDT’s scholarship program
and, this year, the Kauai Humane Society
info.: jbcdance@hotmail.com, 332-9737

Tuesday & Wednesday, May 20 – 21, 7:00 pm
Kauai High School Chorus Spring Concert
“The Family of the Opera”
directed by David Conrad’ choreography by Stacie Chu
Music from Carmen, Dreamgirls, La Traviata,
Madama Butterfly, The Lion King
Ruth Luka Goo Memorial Chorus Scholarship recipient
announced on Tuesday night;
2008 graduates honored Wednesday night
$6.00 Adults/ $5 students & seniors
Tickets at K-Mart & all chorus students
Tickets at the door are $2.00 additional
Children under 11 yrs – Free
Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall
Contact:  David Conrad, 274-3173 ext 132

Thursday, May 22, 7:30 – 9:00 am
Lihue Business Assn present:
“Annual Meeting”
Duke’s Canoe Club, Kalapaki
Free & Open to the Public
Contact:  Pat Griffin, 639-1019

Thurs, May 22
Kauai Polynesian Festival
Sheraton Kauai Ocean Front
Contact:  Kapu Kinimaka, 335-6466

Fri – Sun, May 23, 24, 25
Kauai Polynesian Festival
Vidhinha Stadium Soccer Field
Contact:  Kapu Kinimaka, 335-6466

Fri – Sat, May 23 – 24 
Banana Poka Roundup set up and collection of vines, volunteers needed
Sunday, May 25, 10:00 am
The Banana Poke Roundup
Koke’e Museum Annual Forest Education Fair
Hawaiian Music, Environmental Exhibitions, Music, Forest, 
Crafts workshops, family activities
Free and open to the public
Contact:  Koke’e Natural History Musuem
(808) 335-9975. kokeemuseum@earthlink.net

May 24, 2008
Aloha Dance Studio Recital 
Hip Hop, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Pointe, Modern & Flamenco
instructing ages 3 years old – adults in all levels.
www.alohadancestudio.com
Contact: 245-1810 

Saturday, May 24, 10:00 pm – 2:00 am
TRAX presents
Rockin’ Retro Dance Party – 70s 80s 90s
Disco-Funk-Rock-Soul By DJ Jeff
Lotus Lounge in Blossoming Lotus Restaurant, Kapaa
Cover $7, 21 & Up
Info:  822-7678
Thursday, May 29, 6:30 – 8 pm
Free Lecture:  Health & Rejuvenation w/ Master Hong
Natural Health Care System – Traditional Chinese remedies, 
natural foods recipes, Qi Gong Exercises
Qi Center
Friday, May 30, 6:30 pm
Waimea High School Graduation Ceremony
Waimea High School Front Lawn
Contact:  Alumni Committee

 

 

April 2008 Arts & Cultural Events on Kauai

Apr 12, 2008 | NEWS! Arts & Cultural Events on Kauai

MONTH OF APRIL 2008
April 12, 2008, 5:00 pm (Day 2)
Community Conservation Night
Second Annual Kauai Conservation Conference
“Mai uka a kai, Malama Kauai”
(from mountaintop to sea, take care of Kauai)
Theme:  Community Based Conservation
Keynote Speakers:  Dr. Wade Davis, National Geographic Explorer
Nainoa Thompson, Pacific Voyaging Society (film only)
Community Events and presentations
Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center
Free & Open to the public
Contact: (808) 346-5390, Jacqueline Kozak <Kauai.conservation.conference@gmail.com>
Sat, April 12, 9:30 – 4:00 pm
Daisy Lee teaches
Radiant Lotus Qigong WS for Women
Kahuna Valley Retreat
Contact:  Daisy Lee

Sat, April 12, 10:30 am
Friends of the Princeville Library Gen Member Mtg
9th Birthday Party of PPL
Princeville Public Library
Contact:  Dotty Nakea, 826-4310
Saturday, April 12, 10:00 pm – 2:00 am
TRAX presents 
Rockin’ Retro Dance Party – 70s 80s 90s
Disco-Funk-Rock-Soul By DJ Jeff
Lotus Lounge in Blossoming Lotus Restaurant, Kapaa
Cover $7, 21 & Up
Info:  822-7678
Sunday, April 13, 12:00 – 5:00 pm
HIFI Hawaiian Fashion Incubtor presents:
“GreenStyle on the Garden Isle”
Eco-nista Market & project Green Fashion Show
Kukui Grove Shopping Center
Contact:  HawaiiFashion.org

Sunday, April 13, 2008, 7:00 pm
E Kanikapila Kakou 2008 FINALE Concert
Celebrating 25 Years of Hawaiian Music
Featuring All Star Cast –
Aaron Mahi, Dennis and David Kamakahi,
Natalie AI Kamauu w/ Iolani Kamauu and Chad Ai
Ladies of Kapu Kinimaka’s Na hula O Kaohikukapulani
Kaua’i Community College Performing Arts Center
Tickets:  $25 gen/$20 seniors & students/$35 at door
Contact:  <giac@hawaiilink.net>, Carol Yotsuda, 808.245.2733
Tuesday, April 15, 2008, 7 pm
Claremont Trio
KCC-PAC
Tickets $30/ $10 students under 18
Contact:  Jim Bray, 245-sing
April 16, 17; 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Beginning Qi Gong Exercises, Basic 8
Two classes plus 2 months optional practice (40 sessions)
$125/$60 for children
Qi Center, 639-4300, Qi@hawaii.rr.com
Thursdays, April 17 & 24
JazzBugs
Trees Lounge in Coconut Plantation
Contact:  Tony LeHoven, jazzbug@tvjuice.com
Friday – Saturday, April 18 – 19, 7:00 pm
Kauai Sings! Irving Berlin
Hukilau Lanai
Tickets $20
Tables of 10 – $200 (only 4 per show available)
Contact:  Jason Blake, jblakekauai@gmail.com
April 18 & 19, 2008
Island School’s High School theatre program presents, 
“All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten” 
directed by Jim Bray.
A collection of vignettes dramatize chapters from the well-known book
by Robert Fulghum, offering humorous lessons ranging from “share
everything” to “hold hands and stick together.
Island School Theatre
Fee:  Call for information
CONTACT:  Jim Bray, 246-0233 ext. 274 or jim.b@ischool.org
Saturday, April 19, 2 – 4 pm
A Poetry Event – Open reading by six Kaua’i poets.
“April as National Poetry Month” & “Earth Day”
Sign up if you wish to present poem
at Borders in Lihue
Dawn F. Kawahara, 822-3271

Saturday, April 19, 5:00 pm
Royal Paina Fundraiser Headlining Cyril Pahinui
Kilohana Pavilion
Ticket:  $75
Contact: Mary Requilman, Kauai Historical Society, 245-3373
http:/www,kauaihistoricalsociety.org/events/
Sunday, April 20
Slack Key Guitar Workshop with Cyril Pahinui
Hilton Kauai Beach Resort
Contact:  Mary Requilman, Kauai Historical Society, 245-3373
Thursday, April 24, 5:00 pm
Anchoring Kauai’s Future w/ Leadership Kauai
An Evening of Elegance
Motivational Speaker William Cathers
Jazz pianist Donald Vega
Hosted cocktails, silent auction,
sitdown dinner, live jazz show
On board NCL’s Pride of America
Ticket Info:  245-8727
Contact:  Alana Brun, 246-8727

Friday, April 25, 7:00 pm
Inspiration Magazine & Leadership Kauai present
You Must Believe in Spring!
Unique Jazz Concert
Motivational Speaker William Cathers
Ms Roberta Gambarini, leading lady of jazz from NYC
Donald Vega, jazz pianist
Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center
Tickets at Borders, Scotty’s, Larry’s, H.Hawaii Media
$30 adults, $50 couples
Children under 12 are free
Contact:  Alana Brun, 246-8727
Fri- Sat, April 25, 26, May 2, 3 – 7:00 pm
Sunday, April 27 and May 4 – 4:00 pm
Kauai Performing Arts Center’s Spring Musical – “Hello Dolly”
Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall
Advance Tix – Adults $10/Students $6
Door Tix -  Adults $12/Students $8
Contact:  Dennis McGraw, 651-2417
Saturday, April 26, 2008, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
American Heart Association Benefit Concert Starring Na Leo
Featuring Cindy Combs; Introducing NuEyeLand Music
Location – Kilohana Pavilion
VIP Pre-Sale Tickets – Table of 10 @ $400
Advance Tickets $45/ Door Tickets $50
Contact:  Cherylann Farrell, 245-7311
Saturday, April 26, 10:00 pm – 2:00 am
TRAX presents Rockin’ Retro Dance Party
70s 80s 90s
Disco-Funk-Rock-Soul by DJ Jeff
Lotus Lounge in Blossoming Lotus Restaurant, Kapaa
Cover $7, 21 & Up
Info:  822-7678; http://KauaiDance.com
April 25, 26, 27, 2008
Concrete and Mosaic Sculpture Workshop
$295.00
3-day concrete and mosaic sculpture workshop. Learn to make a concrete and mosaic sculpture using styrofoam, plastic and other trash that fills up our landfill, then cover it with concrete and mosaic for your garden sculpture.
Kauai Recycling for the Arts
Contact: 632-0555
POSTPONE TO JUNE
10 am – 5 pm
Rejuvenation Qi Exercise WS w/ Grandmaster Hong
$345 pre-paid by 4/15 for beginners, including 2-mo optional practice;
$380 at the door; $50 for returning students; includes lunch
Qi Center, 639-4300, Qi@hawaii.rr.com
Month of May 2008

Thursday, May 1, 7:00 am – 4:30 pm
28th Annual May Day is Lei Day in Hawaii
10:30 – entertainment & food vendors
11:00 public viewing of leis/silent auction
1:00 awards
3:00 pick up leis
3:30 live auction of leis
Kauai Museum
Contact: Linda Shimoda, 245-6931 

Thursday, May 1, 7:00 pm
KCC Band & Jazz Concert
KCC-PAC
Contact:  Larry McIntosh

Friday, May 2, 7 pm
5th Annual Miz Tita Pageant
Hilton Kauai Beach Resort Ballroom
Contact:  Nathan Kalama, 822-2166

SATURDAY, May 3, 10:00 am – all day
Ukulele Festival w/ Roy Sakuma
Kukui Grove Center Stage area
Contact:  Jonell Kaohelaulii, Jonell.Kaohelaulii@cbre.com
Saturday, May 3, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
India:  A Journey & Discovery
Ka’imi Na’auao Hawaii Nei performs hula inspired by trip to India
Dances for Earth, Air, Fire, Water
Vi Herbert on Kolam Foundation
Kauai Museum
Contact:  245-6931

Saturday, May 3, 6 pm
Na Lei Hiwahiwa May Day Celebration Concert
Hilton Kauai Beach Resort
Malie Scholarship Fundraiser
Contact:  Nathan Kalama, 822-2166

Sat, May 3 (overnight), 5:00 pm 
Relay For Life
Annual signature event of American Cancer Society
Hanapepe Stadium
survivor reception at 5pm; opening lap at 6pm; candlelighting at nightfall.
Team packets now available; captains meetings monthly.
Call Erika Sy 246-0695

My 2 to May 11
2008 Hawai’I Romance Festival (HONOLULU EVENT)
May 2 – Opening Ceremonies, ‘Iolani Palace
May 4 – International Music Night, Waikiki Shell
May 5 – Romantic Night at the Movies, Hawaii Theatre
May 6 – Dancing with the Stars, Royal Hawaiian Hotel
May 7 – 8 “The Most Romantic Songs Ever Written”, Hawaii Theatre
May 9 – Back to Romance, Waikiki Shell
May 10, Rhythm of Romance, Blaisdell Arena
May 11, It’s Pink Night Concert & Dinner, Royal Hawaiian Hotel

Tuesday, May 6 (HONOLULU EVENT)
“Dancing with the Stars – Hawaiian Style”Dinner Dance
Royal Hawaiian Hotel Monarch Room
$10 per dance with Hawaii Celebrities
(to benefit Hawaii Arts Alliance)

May 8, 4:30 – 7:00 pm
Opening Reception
Denise Dion-Sconi – Summer’s Bug
Hawaiian Flowers works of oil on canvs
Exhibition runs May 8 – July 17
Kauai Museum Mezzanine Gallery
Contact:  245-6931

Friday, May 9, 7:00 pm
KCC Orchestra
Featuring aMozart Symphony, Music for Hansel & Gretel,
Selections by Cole Porter and more
Kauai Community College PAC
Free & Open to the public
Contact:  Larry McIntosh

Saturday, May 10,
Humane Society Fundraiser
Headliner:  Willie K
Marriott Resort Grand Ballroom
Contact:  Dr Becky Rhoades, 632-0710
Saturday, May 10, 10:00 pm – 2:00 am
TRAX presents
Rockin’ Retro Dance Party – 70s 80s 90s
Disco-Funk-Rock-Soul By DJ Jeff
Lotus Lounge in Blossoming Lotus Restaurant, Kapaa
Cover $7, 21 & Up
Info:  822-7678

Sat – Sun, May 10 – 11, 10 am – 4 pm
Reiki Natural Healing – First Degree Reiki Training
 by Shalandra Abbey, Reiki Master
Kaua’i Humane Society
Fee:  $175
Contact:  Faye Newfield (808) 651-5836
Register:  www.ReikiKauai.com
Thursday, May 15
Deadline to apply for Kokee Resource Conservation Program
Student interns for Summer 2008
5 – 10 weeks internship
Age 18 or older
Major in biology preferred but not required
Housing at CCC Camp; medical insurance required
Contact:  Kokee Museum

Friday, May 16, 7:45 am – 3:45 pm
2008 HTA Festivals & Events Seminar (Kauai meeting)
Kaua’i Marriott Resort, Kalapaki
Robbie Kane, (808) 973-2262
early registration:  April 23

Saturday, May 17, 4:30 p.m.
Kaua’i Concert Association
Red Clay 1st Annual Jazz Festival featuring
Joyce Cooling, Honolulu Jazz Quartet &
Kaua’i High School Jazz Raiders
Kaua’i Marriott Resort & Beach Club Luau Grounds
Adults:  $35 & Students:  $10
Call 245-SING or visit: www.kauai-concert.org

Tuesday & Wednesday, May 20 – 21, 7:00 pm
Kauai High School Chorus Spring Concert
Contact:  David Conrad

Thurs, May 22
Kauai Polynesian Festival
Sheraton Kauai Ocean Front
Contact:  Kapu Kinimaka, 335-6466

Fri – Sun, May 23, 24, 25
Kauai Polynesian Festival
Vidhinha Stadium Soccer Field
Contact:  Kapu Kinimaka, 335-6466

Fri – Sat, May 23 – 24 
Banana Poka Roundup set up and collection of vines, volunteers needed
Sunday, May 25, 10:00 am
The Banana Poke Roundup
Koke’e Museum Annual Forest Education Fair
Hawaiian Music, Environmental Exhibitions, Music, Forest, 
Crafts workshops, family activities
Free and open to the public
Contact:  Koke’e Natural History Musuem
(808) 335-9975. kokeemuseum@earthlink.net

May 24, 2008
Aloha Dance Studio Recital 
Hip Hop, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Pointe, Modern & Flamenco
instructing ages 3 years old – adults in all levels.
www.alohadancestudio.com
Contact: 245-1810 

Saturday, May 24, 10:00 pm – 2:00 am
TRAX presents
Rockin’ Retro Dance Party – 70s 80s 90s
Disco-Funk-Rock-Soul By DJ Jeff
Lotus Lounge in Blossoming Lotus Restaurant, Kapaa
Cover $7, 21 & Up
Info:  822-7678