AUG 11
2011
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 War II veterans from 7 to 9:30 p.m. this Saturday, Aug. 13, at the Waikiki Shell.
The Hawaii event is part of an inaugural nationwide tribute to the “Greatest Generation” on the 66th anniversary of the end of the war, sponsored by historical organizations, military museums and memorials. (Last year Congress passed a resolution proclaiming the second weekend of August each year as “Keep the Spirit of ’45 Alive Forever Days.”)
Saturday’s concert will include: “Flags of Liberty” ceremony and entertainment by local performers and the National Guard 111th Army Band. A life-sized sculpture depicting the iconic Times Square kiss between a sailor and a nurse on Aug. 14, 1945 will also be on display at the venue.
WWII veterans will be admitted to the concert at no charge; email hispiritof45@gmail.com for free tickets. Ticket prices for others are $25 and $35 at the Neal Blaisdell Center box office and Ticketmaster outlets, online at www.ticketmaster.com or charge by phone at 800-745-3000.
AUG 5
2011
Every first Friday of the month is “Live from The Lawn” at the Hawaii State Art Museum. Bit of a neat find – especially since it’s a FREE event to attend! Tonight’s show is entitled “Aerial Romance” and includes performances by Samadhi Hawaii, Hawaii’s own aerial troupe. They will perform aerial acrobatics suspended from the trees on the front lawn of the museum grounds. Sounds like a must see just for that!
Later, Jeff Peterson and his trio will also perform live music, joined by vocalist Starr Kalahiki, and the ukulele virtuosity of Taimane Gardner.
The events starts at 6 p.m. and runs through 9 p.m. Food and drink will be for sale on the lawn, and beach mats are provided; low beach chairs are welcome.
Location: Hawaii State Art Museum, 250 S Hotel St, 2nd Floor, Honolulu, HI
JUL 28
2011
Join the Kaimuki Orchid Society this weekend and learn how to care for lovely orchids, make friends and just have a good time. Orchids always look so fragile to me… so I’m definitely impressed with people who can bring out their beauty! Guest speakers share their expertise. Plus, enjoy discounts on supplies and plants.
And don’t forget to bring in your blooming Orchid — you may win a orchid.
The show is this Saturday, July 30th from 8:30 am – 5 pm and Sunday, July 31st from 8:30 am – 4 pm at the Aina Haina Elementary School Cafeteria. For more information: http://kaimukiorchidsociety.org/
JUL 24
2011
It’s always fun to discover new events going on around Ko Olina… and one great find is “Ke Kani O Ke Kai” (The Sound of the Ocean), featuring different bands playing on the Waikiki Aquarium lawn June through August. The next to last band, Na Palapalai with Mailani, plays this Thursday, July 28th.
Event doors open at 5:30pm, and performances start at 7 pm. Each performance is accompanied with signature offerings from one of Hawaii’s noted restaurants.
General Admission: $45 Adult, $15 Junior Ages 7 to 12, Children 6 and under free. (Friends of the Waikiki Aquarium (FOWA) members can purchase tickets at the discounted price of $25 for an adult and $10 for ages 7-12 .)
Check out this hidden gem of musical talent this Thursday!
JUL 21
2011
- Raiders of the Lost Ark Film & Stark Trek showing in Ko Olina this Friday & Saturday
The Ko Olina Film Series continues this Friday, July 22 and Saturday, July 23. RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK, starring Harrison Ford, screens Friday and the newest STAR TREK, starring Zachary Quinto and Eric Bana, shows Saturday.
The event takes place on the lawn at Ko Olina Resort’s Ulua Lagoon (#4) at sunset, rain or shine. And since new films won’t be shown again until August, it’s a great time to enjoy a film under the Hawaiian sky!
JUL 17
2011
When I saw this “Tour + Tea: Artists of Hawaii”, I was completely intrigued to learn more about local artists. Three tours this week: Tue, July 19 at 2:30 p.m.; Thu, Jul 21 at 2:30 p.m.; and Sun, July 24 2:30 p.m.
Docent Myra Kent leads this tour of art focusing on the Artists of Hawaii exhibition at the Honolulu Academy of Arts. If you’re interested in attending this tour, please call the Visitor Information Center at 532-8700 to make a reservation.
JUL 11
2011
If you really want to see the skies above Hawaii, head over to the Bishop Museum in Honolulu on the first and third Fridays of each month just before 8 p.m.
“The Sky Tonight” is hosted by Barry Peckham, the vice president of the Hawaiian Astronomical Society. Important note: Please arrive by 7:45 p.m. There is no late seating for this program, since the show is performed in an extremely dark room.
Telescope viewing is offered after the program depending upon weather conditions that evening. A truly unique experience to learn more about the night skies.
JUL 7
2011
Try something new this Friday at the Royal Hawaiian Center in Waikiki. Just a short drive, stop in Monday through Friday to learn firsthand the arts of Hawaiian quilting, lomilomi massage and healing, ukulele playing, hula dancing, lei-making, sarong demonstrations and kapa cloth making. And when you’re done, get ready for some fun, upscale shopping.
This Friday’s classes include:
10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
‘UKULELE LESSON @ Pa‘ina Lanai food court, Level 2, Building B
1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
LEI MAKING CLASS @ Level 1, Building A
2 p.m.
SARONG DEMONSTRATIONS BY NOA NOA @ Level 2, Building A, in front of Noa Noa Store
6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
HAWAIIAN ENTERTAINMENT @ The Royal Grove
JUL 4
2011
If you’re looking for all-day fun for the 4th of July, check out Schofield Barracks in Wahiawa, HI (about a half hour drive from Ko Olina.) From 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. the Independence Day event is free and open to the public.
Festivities include a 5K Fun Run, Children’s 1 mile Fun Run, games, rides, food booths, crafts, fireworks and live entertainment, including a free concert performed by local headliners. Plus at 2:15 pm Sky Dive Hawaii will be dropping in from above!
