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Posted by Leslie Lang on August 30th, 2010
Volunteer to help! Slow Food chapters across the nation are asking communities to volunteer with community gardens on Saturday, September 25, 2010 from 8:30 a.m. to noon. It’s also a potluck, from noon to 1 p.m. Bring gardening gloves, clippers and a potluck dish.
RSVP to a school garden near you:
- Honoka’a High School, Manuel Jadulang, manuel_jadulang@notes.k12.hi.us
- The Mala ‘ai Culinary Garden of the Waimea Middle School, Amanda Rieux, alethea@hula.net
- Kealakehe High School, Donna Sonnenberg, dlsonnenberg@gmail.com
- Kona Pacific Public Charter School, Barrow Hutchison, barrowhutchison@yahoo.ca
- Kohala Elementary School, Koh Ming Wei, kohmingwei@gmail.com
- Innovations Public Charter School in Kona, Krista Donaldson, kristajoan@gmail.com
For more information contact Nancy Redfeather, Hawai’i Island School Garden Network program director, nredfeather@kohalacenter.org or call 322-2801. Or see www.kohalacenter.org/HISGN/about.html.
Posted by Leslie Lang on August 30th, 2010
This Friday, September 3, 2010, there is a free concert at the Shops at Mauna Lani featuring the Big Island’s own Ryan Hiraoka. It’s at the Center Stage from 6 to 8 p.m.
Posted by Leslie Lang on August 30th, 2010
The Kona Women’s Workshop offers “An Evening of Intuition” on Thursday, September 16, 2010 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. This workshop is $10, and limited to 12 participants to allow each to receive an intuitive mini-reading using “direct source and the tarot.” Presented by Reverend Libby Tao Kelson-Fulcher (see weddingsalaheart.com).
It’s at Hale Halawai in Kailua-Kona, in the back classroom. To register, email Tina Kitchens @ tkit@hawaii.rr.com.
About the workshop:
Wherever people gather together with sincere interest and desire and an openness to know more who they are and who they are not, something is bound to happen. What is created during our evening comes out of our joint energies. We are always drawing to us, asking for what we want and need and expressing our deep intentions for the life we truly wish to live.
This evening will be a response to those requests, even when asked silently or perhaps even unknowingly. A fun yet meaningful event is expected as we discover our “not-me’s” and as a result see who and what we truly are. Mini-readings are offered using Direct Source energy and the masterful Thoth Tarot Cards. In the moment of connection we are “in” and there comes the ahhhh…. the relaxation, the let-go, the burst into bliss and joy. We are all connectors for each other when we share our true hearts and souls.
- Libby Tao Kelson-Fulcher, D.D. Communicator, Teacher, Intuitive, Energy Healer, Musician, Minister and Friend. Formerly radio show host of Psychic Airwaves, a live call-in radio show in Kealakekua and Honolulu. In 1991 Created Weddings A La Heart and later Hawaii Weddings International officiating, planning and coordinating heartfelt, intimate events. Practitioner of the Quick Pulse Technique created by Jo Dunning, creator and Practitioner of Ptolemics Navel Energy Technique and Intuitive Guide and Spiritual Counselor in practice with An Act Of Love. Also happy volunteer French Hornist with the Chamber Orchestra of Kona and the West Hawaii County Band.
Posted by Leslie Lang on August 30th, 2010
Reader Stacy Disney sent us this tip:
LABOR DAY RODEO WEEKEND KICKOFF: 6-10 p.m., Fri., Sept. 3, 2010. Anderson Covered Arena (Mile Marker 51, east of Waimea). Featuring Silver Spurs, called Hawaii’s hottest Western Band from Maui, along with a Ranch BBQ, vendors, games and the Rusty Spur Saloon. Prize for the best dressed Cowgirl. Tickets at the gate are $10.
Thanks, Stacy!
Posted by Kris Bordessa on August 27th, 2010
Hawaii Island Festivals “30 Days of Aloha” brings you the Hawaiian Cultural Weekend at Waikoloa Beach Resort. At just $7 a piece to attend, these fun (and tasty!) events are a pretty cheap option for your Labor Day weekend.
Friday September 3
Ms. Aloha Nui Gala
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, Naupaka Ballroom
Doors open 5:00 p.m. pageant begins 6:00 p.m.
Tickets $7
For contest information, call Leiola Mitchell, 896-3798.
Saturday, September 4
Poke Contest
11:00 a.m.
Hilton Waikoloa Village, Kona Ballrooms
Tickets $7
Please call Linda Pokipala, 937-4896 for contest information.
Clyde “Kindy” Sproat Falsetto & Storytelling Contest
Doors open 6:00 p.m., contest begins 7:00 p.m.
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, Naupaka Ballroom
Tickets $7
For contest information, call Pua Garmon, 345-8575.
Posted by Kris Bordessa on August 27th, 2010
As if there aren’t enough Labor Day weekend events to choose from, Parker Ranch invites you out to the 36th Annual Roundup Rodeo on September 4 & 5, 2010. The action starts at noon on both days and tickets are just $6 each. Cowboy boots optional.
Posted by Kris Bordessa on August 27th, 2010
This is by far one of my family’s favorite events. A full afternoon of beautiful slack key music – and it’s all free. Held at the Sheraton Keauhou Bay from noon-5 pm, the event draws Hawaii’s best slack key musicians. Previous year’s performers have included Don Kaulia, Ledward Kaapana, Keoki Kahumoku, Brittni Paiva, and oh, so many more. You should come. But if you do, take an umbrella for shade – it gets HOT. No outside food or coolers are allowed.
Posted by Kris Bordessa on August 27th, 2010
September 4, 5 & 6, 2010 – Labor Day weekend – paddlers from all over the world gather for the Queen Lili‘uokalani Canoe Races in West Hawaii. You can catch much of the starting action at Kailua Pier, where there will also be a craft fair and product booths. Here’s the schedule:
Saturday: Wa’a Kaukahi (single hull canoes)
The women start this event paddling 18 miles from Kailua Bay to Honaunau. The men then bring it back 18 miles to Kailua Bay. The Ironman divisions do so with no changes! Same team takes it all the way!
Sunday: Wa’a Kaulua (double hull canoes)
On Sunday, the men and the women tie together two single hull canoes to make the double hulls, and the women and the mixed double hulls start, taking the Wa’a (canoes) 3 miles South to Lyman’s, turn there and return to Kailua Bay for a total of six miles.
OC1 (one person} & OC2 Races (two person) -
The OC1 and OC2 canoe races are a recent addition to the more traditional racing events. The men and women paddling in this one follow the same course as the double-hull canoes.
Stand-up Paddleboards – Course goes south to Casa de Emdeko, turn there and return to Kailua Bay for a total of 3 miles. Boards are available for rent at Kona Boys at Kamakahonu Bay 808-322-4166 or 808-329-2345.
We are again this year adding three Keiki divisions (OC-6 – 6 person crews): 15, 16 and 18 and under. The young people paddling this race follow the same course as the double hull canoes.
Monday: Ali‘i Challenge (single hull canoes – 12 person crew)
The inaugural year for a race heading north of Kona to finish at Kona Village. A newly formatted race, from start to finish. Take on the Challenge!
Click through for complete schedule with starting times.
Posted by Kris Bordessa on August 27th, 2010
Posted by Kris Bordessa on August 26th, 2010
Need a new aloha shirt? Through the end of the year, kama‘aina can take 25% off all Hilo Hattie label aloha wear when you shop at Hilo Hattie. This includes apparel for men, women, and children.
Posted by Leslie Lang on August 26th, 2010
I just learned that September is Celebrating Museums Month here in Hawai‘i, and got all “Homeschool Mom” about it. (I am not a Homeschool Mom, but I do think and lean that way.) “I wonder how many of these museums we can visit in September,” was my first thought. We’re going to take our ‘Imiloa membership card and see.
Celebrating Museums Month is a month-long program where you can show your current museum membership card from any of the 13 participating museums and get in free at any of the others.
Here are the participating museums, the benefits, and when they are open:
Amy H.B. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden – Free admission and 10% discount on all plant sales. Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30 am to 5 pm Closed weekends, (808) 323-3318.
Anna Ranch Heritage Center – Free admission. Hours: 10 am to 4 pm Tuesday thru Friday with tours of the Historic Home at 10 am and 1 pm. Call for additional tour times. (808) 885-4426.
Astronaut Ellison S. Onizuka Space Center – Free admission. Hours: open daily 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Space-themed exhibits and interactive displays especially for children. (808-329-3441).
East Hawai‘i Cultural Center – Free visual arts exhibitions, 5% discount on art sales, and 10% on gift case items. Hours: Mon – Sat, 10 am to 4 pm, call or check website for current shows and programs – (808) 961-5711.
Hawai‘i Gateway Energy Center (Friends of NELHA ) – Free admission. Hours: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thu – presentations 10-11:30 am. Tuesday presentations on energy in Hawai‘i. Call 808-329-8073. (Does not include tour of aquaculture facility).
Hawai‘i Tropical Botanical Garden – Free admission. Hours: open daily 9 am to 5 pm (last entry into Garden at 4 pm). Call (808) 964-5233, www.hawaiigarden.com.
‘Imiloa Astronomy Center – Free admission. Hours: Tues – Sun, 9 am to 4 pm, Sky Garden Restaurant opens at 7 am to 4 pm with dinner Thursday through Sunday nights 5 pm to 8:30 p.m. (808) 969-9700. Check website for special events.
Kona Historical Society – Free admission. Also members may use coupons offering 2 for 1 to bring additional friends – Enjoy Kona Coffee Living History Farm Tours and Greenwell Store Museum & Gift Shop – Mon-Thurs, 10 am to 2 pm. (808) 323-3222.
Laupahoehoe Train Museum – Free admission. Hours: Weekdays 9 am to 4:30 pm, weekends 10 am to 2 pm. Call for discounted tour rates for classes or large family tours, check website for special events, newly restored railroad rolling stock. (808) 962-6300.
Lyman Museum – Free admission + 10% off in Museum Gift Shop. Hours: Mon-Sat, 10 am to 4:30 pm. Mission House tour times 11 am & 2 pm, as well as tour the newly restored Mission House Annex at 1 pm & 3 pm. (808)-935-5021.
Pacific Tsunami Museum – Free admission, no discount in store. Hours: Mon-Sat, 9 am to 4 pm, 808-935-0926.
The Pana‘ewa Rainforest Zoo & Gardens– No admission charge; museum members from participating museums will receive special gift at Zoo Gift Shop. Hours: Open Daily, 9 am to 4 pm – (808) 959-9233.
Volcano Art Center – 10% gallery discount – Hours: Open Daily, 9 am to 5 pm – No admission required to VAC, but park admission fees apply. (808) 967-7565.
Posted by Kris Bordessa on August 26th, 2010
Ka ‘Ohana O Honu’apo celebrates its stewardship of Honu’apo Park at the third “Ho’olaule’a At Honu’apo: Mālama Ka’u,” Sunday, September 5, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Honu’apo Park and Whittington Beach Park.
The free, multi-generational festivities are open to everyone, with great food, music, hula, a mo’olelo (storytelling) contest and more. The day includes a variety of fun-filled events for all ages, including cultural demonstrations, canoe rides, pony rides and a beach clean-up contest for keiki.
Other special elements of the Ho’olaule’a include a look at the past, with an exhibition of historic photos, and numerous food, crafters and community education booths, a silent auction, and lucky number prizes, including a grand prize of $400 in Hawaiian Airlines gift certificates. The mo’olelo (storytelling) contest has a first prize of $200, second prize of $100 and third prize of $50. Contestants are limited to five minutes, stories must be family-friendly, and stories about Ka’ua nd Honu’apo are encouraged.
The entertainment lineup features Cyril Pahinui, Halau Hula O Kahikilaulani led by Kumu Hula Nahokulani Gaspang, Halau Kukui Malamalama O Kona with Kumu Hula David Ka`iliwai, Back to the ’50s, Halau Hula Ka Makani Hali Ala O Puna with Kumu Hula Ehulani Stephany, Just Us, Mahalo Ke Akua Hula Ministry led by Terry Tanaka, and the Hawaiian Civic Club of Ka’u, will entertain the crowd.
Honu’apo is a special shoreline nursery that nurtures and protects dozens of endangered marine and terrestrial plants and animals. Ka ‘Ohana O Honu’apo and the Ka’u community are dedicated to protecting the 230 acres of Honu’apo Park, now the largest county shoreline park in the state.
Posted by Kris Bordessa on August 26th, 2010
Posted by Kris Bordessa on August 26th, 2010
Donkey Mill Art Center showcases West Hawaii’s finest contemporary craft artists in its Hawaii Craftsmen Exhibition, and on September 2, 2010 from 10am-4pm, the public is invited to a free pre-exhibition event. You’ll see ceramics, wood, fiber, glass, metal and mixed media projects.
For more information, contact Hawaii Craftsmen at 808-521-3282.
Posted by Kris Bordessa on August 25th, 2010
Is your vacation budget too tight to allow for one of the hotel lu`aus? Here’s a chance to try some great, authentic food and entertainment for a lot less than you’d pay for a commercial lu`au. Plus? You’ll get to meet some really nice folks.
On August 28, 2010 at 5pm the Kohala Lions Club presents its Annual Authentic Hawaiian Lu`au. Your $20 donation covers ono lu`au food and live entertainment by The Ho`opa`I Brothers. The event is at the home of Jon and Dixie Adams, Kapiko Place, Hawi. Tickets available from any club member or at the door. For more information, please call Dixie at 889-5730.
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