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Hawai’i Food and Wine Festival, Today through Oct. 1

Posted on September 29, 2011 by andredvanier

The first ever Hawai’i Food and Wine Festival starts tonight and is hosted by renowned chefs Roy Yamaguchi and Alan Wong. The festival will feature a number of tasty events, including a Fast Pitch competition for food entrepreneurs and table …
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Octoberfest Street Festival, Sept. 30

Posted on September 28, 2011 by andredvanier

Welcome October to 2011 this Friday at the annual Octoberfest Street Festival, hosted by the ARTS district and the Boston Beer Company, on Nu’uanu Avenue and Hotel Street. The event will include performances by several live bands, including the Royal …
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Inter-tribal Powwow – Thomas Square, Oct. 3

Posted on September 25, 2011 by andredvanier

Next Sunday is the annual inter-tribal powwow held in Thomas Square in downtown Honolulu from 10 am to 5 pm. The event will provide a comprehensive look into local Native American culture, featuring a range of activities, including traditional song …
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Family-friendly, Eco-friendly Reef Walk – This weekend, Sept. 23-25

Posted on September 22, 2011 by andredvanier

For the most intimate view of Hawai’i’s tidal pools and and undiscovered marine life, join the expert marine biologist staff from Living Art Marine Center this weekend for a safe and informative reef walk. The program includes knee-deep wading in …
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Mark your calendar — Ko Olina Taste at Kapolei, Sept. 10

Posted on September 1, 2011 by andredvanier

Ko Olina Taste at Kapolei Set for Sept. 10 If you’re in Ko Olina, be sure to check out the 12th Annual Ko Olina Taste at Kapolei. The event is set for next weekend Saturday, Sept. 10, and includes 19 tasting …
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Calling all chefs for Aug. 30 Food Network Event in Honolulu

Posted on August 28, 2011 by andredvanier

Looking for something totally different to do this week near Ko Olina? The Food Network is hosting an open casting call in Honolulu for Season 8 of its popular “Food Network Star” on Tuesday, August 30, from 10 am …
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Uniquely Hawaiian, Slack Key Guitar & Ukulele Concerts

Posted on August 24, 2011 by andredvanier

Check out the “Tune Your World to Aloha” concert featuring slack key guitar & ukulele this Friday, August 26 at 4 pm (and most Fridays at 4 pm and Sundays at 3 pm.) The unique “slack” sound (detuning one or more of the …
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Makapu‘u Point Lighthouse Trail for a nice break in the week

Posted on August 21, 2011 by andredvanier

Looking for a break from the everyday? Check out the Makapu‘u Point Lighthouse Trail, a nice 2-mile loop within the Ka Iwi State Scenic Shoreline with outstanding views of Oahu’s southeastern coastline (including Koko Head and Koko Crater.) From the trail’s …
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Shakespeare or Made in Hawaii Festival… talk about choices!

Posted on August 18, 2011 by andredvanier

I love seeing an eclectic mix of things to do near Ko Olina, and this week takes you from ballet to fun local products made in Hawaii at the Blaisdell Center in Honolulu. First up — Romeo & Juliet with a …
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“Keep the Spirit of ’45 Alive!” concert at Waikiki Shell this Saturday

Posted on August 11, 2011 by andredvanier

Looking for things to do around Ko Olina this weekend? This concert sounded like fun… Country recording artist Lee Greenwood, known for his anthem “God Bless the USA,” will headline the “Keep the Spirit of ’45 Alive!” concert honoring World …
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