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Makapu‘u Point Lighthouse Trail for a nice break in the week

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!

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

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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Check out Aerial Acrobatics at Hawaii State Art Museum Tonight

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 …
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Everything’s coming up orchids at Kaimuki Orchid Society Show

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 …
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More than just marine life at Waikiki Aquarium…

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 …
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Tour “Artists of Hawaii” Starting This Tuesday

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 …
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“The Sky Tonight” at Bishop Museum This Friday

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 …
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Ukuleles, Leis and More at Royal Hawaiian Center

 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 …
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