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APRIL 2018 ARTS & CULTURE EVENTS
March 26 – May 5
KUGA Visual Arts Workshop
At Warehouse3540, 3540 Koloa Road (behind the Warehouse)
Mondays, 9 – 10 am: HomeSchool MixedMedia, 6 – 10 yrs old
w/ Julie; 4:30 – 5:30 pm: Printmaking, 10& up w/ Kristy
Wednesdays, 3:15-4:15 pm: MixedMedia for 5 – 7 yrs old w/ Barbara; 5:00 – 6:00 pm: Mixed Media for 5 – 7 yrs old w/ Shannan;
Thursdays, 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Art in the style of Oliver Jeffers for 8 – 12 yrs old w/ Shannan
Saturdays, 10 – 10:45 am: Creation Stations for 2 – 4 yrs old with parent side-kick; led by Aga
All six-week sessions are $75/artist unless otherwise noted
Sibling Discount of 10% after first child is paid in full
Enroll: info@kugava.com
Info: (808) 482-9808

March 30 – April 15 (No Holdovers)
Thurs, Fri, Sat at 7:00 pm (Opening Night is SOLD OUT)
Sundays at 4:00 pm
Dog Sees God; Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead
Comedy by Bert Royal; directed by Lori Benkert
Good Grief! Our favorite comic’s kids are now in high school. Bert Royal brings us all those teenage issues of today – drug use, suicide, eating disorders, teen violence, rebellion and sexual identity – which collide and careen toward an ending that’s both haunting and hopeful. Did we mention it’s a comedy?
R-Rated. Not for everyone.
Puhi Theatrical Warehouse
$5 off opening weekend
“Pay what you can preview on Thurs, March 29, 7:00 pm”
Buy tickets at www.kauaicommunityplayers.org

Thursdays, March 29 & April 5, 7:00 pm
Fridays, March 23 & 30th, April 6, 7:00 pm
Saturdays, March 24 & 31st, April 7, 7:00 pm
Sundays, March 25 & April 1st & 8th, 4:00 pm
Women in Theatre presents:
Greater Tuna
Where the Lion’s Club is too liberal & Patsy Cline never dies
Starring Bailey Hutton & Rhonda Kulhanek
Directed by Cass Foster
At Wit’s End, Kukui Grove Center
Tickets: womenintheatre.org/ (808) 635-3727
$20 in advance/$25 at the door
$100, Table of four; Call (808) 635-3727

Fri-Sat-Sun, April 6,7,8 (more details TBA)
In Celebration of April National Poetry Month
Writers, Poets, Poetry Lovers showcase their talents
Saturday10:00 am – 2:00 pm
“Riddles” using Hawaiian word play and chant form in English
Columnist Dawn Kawahara will introduce “He Mele No Kane”
Bring writing supplies, dictionary, thesaurus & brown bag lunch,
Storybook Theatre of Hawai’i, Hanapepe
FREE; donations accepted for the Storybook Theatre programs
Advance registration requested; limited to 20 participants
Sign up: (808) 822-3271

Kauai Community Players call for 2019 season:
Deadline to submit: APRIL 7, 2018
Proposals can be emailed to KCP President Bailey Hutton – speakwithbailey@gmail.comor mail to KCP, Box 343, Lihue 96766
If you are interested in directing a play as part of the 2019 season, please submit a proposal by Saturday, April 7, to be considered by the Board at their meeting on Monday, April 9. The season runs from January through May with four plays being presented, typically opening with a musical the weekend after New Years. The pay is $500, which is a mere token of our appreciation of your contribution to theater on Kauai when you direct a play.
As director, you are primarily responsible for recruiting the production staff, especially the stage manager and assistant director since thy will work very closely with the director. A board member is assigned to each director as Board Liaison to make sure you have the support you need to have a successful production.

Saturday, April 7, 6:45 am – 9:00 am
6:45 registration
7:30 HT Kick-Off
8:00 March begins
March for Babies Kauai 2018
Lydgate Park Main Pavilion
Info: Juno Ann Apalla, (808) 634-5840

Saturday, April 7, 5 – 8 pm
Kauai Society of Artists Membership Show
People’s Choice Awards Reception
KSA Art Gallery, Kukui Grove Center
Show will be up from March 10 to April 13
Info: roseanne818@gmail.com

Bikes on Rice; 4:30 pm meet time; 4:45 pm roll out
Safe, slow paced fun rides throughout the Lihu’e neighborhoods
for all ages & abilities
April 10May 8June 12July 10Aug 14Sept 11Oct 9Nov 13
Meet at the Lihue Civic Center on Rice Street
Sign up: www.bikesonrice.org
Info: (808) 639-1018

Friday, April 13, 12:00 pm to Saturday, April 14, 7:00 pm
Garden Island Orchid Society Spring Fantasy Orchid Show
United Church of Christ, 4481 Kona Rd, Hanapepe
Shop, Demonstrations, Food, Beverages
Info: Allison Toma

Saturday, April 14, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Crafts Fair by Friends of the Hanapepe Public Library
Unique island crafted items, plants & food
Specialty “oshibana” cards made from local flora & botanicals
Hanapepe Library Auditorium
Proceeds to benefit the Hanapepe Public Library’s lecture series, reading incentive programs, cultural demonstrations,
cooking & Keiki activities
Info: (808) 335-8418

Saturday, April 14, 12:00 am – 11:59 pm
Papalani Gelato Fundraiser for Malama Kauai
For Keiki’s Farm-to-School Program
Each purchase on April 14 will donate a portion to Kawaikini’s Farm-To-School Program and Malama Kauai
Contact: Malama Kauai

Saturday, April 14, 9:30 am – 1:00 pm
Parent/Child Fair
Kukui Grove Center

Saturday, April 14, 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
KekuaAloha Foundation 3rd Annual Keiki Fun Day & Fitness Challenge & Youth Amateur Fire Knife Competition
6:00 pm Fire Knife Competition Begins
Entertainment: Kapaa Middle School Ukulele Band & Choir, Joyful Noise Taiko Drummers, Zumba w the Kid Fit Crew, Candice & Co, Da Brezees, Homestead Band, and more
Kapaa Beach Park
Info: (808) 755-5763

Sunday, April 15, 4:00 pm
The Mokihana Club presents
“Crooners & Divas of the ‘50’s”
The Best Voices on Kauai will sing songs by Frank Sinatra,
Pat Boone, Peggy Lee, Connie Francis & more
Musical Director: Dolly Kanekuni
Musical Accompaniment: Alan Van Zee
Master of Ceremonies: Ron Wiley
At Saint Michael & All Angels Church
$40 Gold Circle/ $30 General
Tickets: www.themokihanaclub.org
Call (808) 822-1885/ Text (808) 639-3636
Email: helenacooney808@aol.com
Or contact any Mokihana Club member
Fundraiser: Music Scholarships for High School Students

Friday, April 20 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Revisiting Pa’Ula’Ula, Sacred Wahi Pana
Dr Mills, archeologist, shares book: Hawaii, A Russian Adventure
Historic Waimea Theater, Waimea
Contact: Friends of King Kaumuali’i, (808) 652-0021
Maureen, kaumualiiohana@gmail.com
Free

April 21, 7:30 am – Noon
Earth Day Community Work Day
Lunch & Snacks will be served
Bring water bottle, work gloves, sunscreen, shoes
Lydgate Park Main Pavilion
Registration: www.KauaiPath.org/kamalani; (808) 639-1018

Tuesday & Thursday, April 24 & 265:00 – 7:00 pm
Hawaiian Language Spelling & Pronunciation workshop
Introduction to Hawaiian spelling and orthography, i.e. diacritical marks, ‘okina, Kahako, pronunciation, sayings & place names.
Spelling rules and features; awareness of common pronunciation errors that commonly occur in Hawaiian.
Kauai Community College – OCET
Info: Peggy Lake, (808) 245-8318
$105

Friday, April 27, 7:00 pm
TropicBird Entertainment presents a community fundraiser
“#MeToo and Beyond – Taking the Next Step”
Short Film Screening: The Beautiful Illusion
Community panel discussion
Robert Works Fuller, A founder of the Dignity Movement
Sabra Kauka, Hawaiian Cultural Practitioner & Teacher
China Huffman, Island School Senior
Donna Charron, Kauai Family Therapist
Special video messages from US Congresswomen
Tulsi Gabbard & Collen Hanabusa
St. Michael’s Church, 4364 Hardy Street, Lihue
Tax-Deductible Donation: $15 in advance; $20 at door
Info: (800) 838-3006; TropicbirdEntertainment.org

Saturday, April 28, 2:00 – 6:00 pm
Kauai Brewers Festival
Featuring draft beer from local Hawai’i and mainland breweries;
Delicious nibbles from top restaurants, live music, sunshine & fun
Poipu Beach Athletic Club, Koloa
Open to ages 21 and over
Tickets $75 and $85 the day of event
Event to benefit Junior Achievement Kauai
Info: Kauai Habitat, Christopher Young, (808) 635-0411

Friday, April 28, 5:00 – 9:00 pm
Noel Okimoto Quintet on Kaua’i
Kauai jazz pianist Hank Curtis & songstress Peggy Lake to open
Oahu’s legendary Noel Okimoto Quintet
Courtyard Kauai at Coconut Beach
$30 at door
Info: Kauai Concert Association, (808) 245-7464 (sing)

Saturday, April 28, 6:00 pm to Sunday, April 29 6:00 am
American Cancer Society fundraiser
Relay for Life of Kaua’i
Hanapepe Soccer Fields, Hanapepe
Info: Patti Ornellas, (808) 635-6956

 

MAY ARTS & CULTURE EVENTS

Saturday, May 5
Makana North Shore Urgent Care Blessing
Benefit Fundraiser Luau
Suggested donation for luau $150 per plate

Bikes on Rice; 4:30 pm meet time; 4:45 pm roll out
Safe, slow paced fun rides throughout the Lihu’e neighborhoods
for all ages & abilities
May 8June 12July 10Aug 14Sept 11Oct 9Nov 13
Meet at the Lihue Civic Center on Rice Street
Sign up: www.bikesonrice.org
Info: (808) 639-1018

Friday, May 11, 6:00 doors/7:30 show
The Wailing Souls “Skankin’ on da’ Rock”
Reggae Dance Party 2018
Seven Musicians & Vocalists
Fusing harmonies of Motown roots & Dancehall reggae
Kauai Veterans Center (food truck fundraising)
3215 Kapule Highway, Lihue
Tickets $45 general/$65 VIP seating
Outlets: Kauai Music & Sounda, Hanalei Music & Strings, Scotty’s Music, Progressieve Expressions, Bad Hats, Jacqueline on Kauai
Info: (808)(896-4845

Sunday, May 27, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Banana Poka RoundUp!
Environmental exhibits, games for kids, banana poka basket making, crafts, drawing, Hawaiian Entertainment, Snack, Silent Auction, Crowing Contest, bring your own chairs (no personal coolers)
CCC Camp in Kokee State Park
Parking in Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow
Info: Michelle Hookano, (808) 335-9975

 

JUNE ARTS & CULTURE EVENTS

Saturday, June 2, 12:00 am – 11:59 pm
Haena to Hanalei Run – 8-mile course
Start at Ke’e Beach, end of road in Haena;
End at the historic Hanalei Pier
Walkers start at 6:00 am/Runners start at 7:00 am
Free bus shuttle

Saturday, June 9, 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
The King’s Parade & Celebration
Parade starts at 9:00 am at Vidinha Stadium
Ho’olaulea to follow
Historic County Building, Lihue
Info: Melissia Sugai
(808) 635-7205

Bikes on Rice; 4:30 pm meet time; 4:45 pm roll out
Safe, slow paced fun rides throughout the Lihu’e neighborhoods
for all ages & abilities
June 12July 10Aug 14Sept 11Oct 9Nov 13
Meet at the Lihue Civic Center on Rice Street
Sign up: www.bikesonrice.org
Info: (808) 639-1018

 

JULY ARTS & CULTURE EVENTS

Sunday, July 1, 7:00 am – 12:00 noon
Hanalei Bay Swim Challenge
One of the Top 100 American Open Water Swim by the World Open Water Swimming Association
All ages from Keiki to Snorkel & Fun
Five Races: 8 & under, 9 – 12, 1000 meter, 3000 meter,
1000 meter snorkel & fin
Location: Hanalei Pier
Info: www.hanaleibayswimchallenge.com

Mon-Sat, JULY 9 – 14, 2018 (HONOLULU EVENT)
Royal Hawaiian Center presents WAIKIKI STEEL GUITAR WEEK
Mon – Thurs, July 9 – 12, 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Fri – Sat, July 13 – 14, 5:30 – 9:00 pm
Royal Hawaiian Center, 2201 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu
Info: (808) 922-2299; Alan Akaka, alan@himele.org
www.waikikisteelguitarweek.com/
Free and Open to the Public

Bikes on Rice; 4:30 pm meet time; 4:45 pm roll out
Safe, slow paced fun rides throughout the Lihu’e neighborhoods
for all ages & abilities
July 10Aug 14Sept 11Oct 9Nov 13
Meet at the Lihue Civic Center on Rice Street
Sign up: www.bikesonrice.org
Info: (808) 639-1018

 

August Art & Culture Events

Friday – , August 3 – Saturday, April 4, 6:00 – 10:30 pm
Soto Zen Bon Festival
“Let’s Bon Dance!” with traditional Japanese folk dancing, singing & drumming; food booths; game booths; cultural exhibits; opening and intermission performances; country store/bazaar; religious memorial services
Location: Kauai Soto Zen Temple, Hanapepe
Cost: Free

Saturday-Sunday, August 4-5, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
17th Heiva I Kauai 2018
Tahitian Dance & Drumming Competition
Participants from Hawaii, Mainland & Japan
Kapaa Beach Park, Kapaa
Cost $7 at the door; Children 12 and under FREE

Bikes on Rice; 4:30 pm meet time; 4:45 pm roll out
Safe, slow paced fun rides throughout the Lihu’e neighborhoods
for all ages & abilities
Aug 14, Sept 11, Oct 9, Nov 13
Meet at the Lihue Civic Center on Rice Street
Sign up: www.bikesonrice.org
Info: (808) 639-1018

 

October Art & Culture Events

Saturday, October 13, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Eo E Emalani I Alakai
Commemorating Queen Ema’s 1871 visit to Kokee & Alakai Swamp
Invited Hula Halau from around the state and Japan honor their Queen with dances and chants honoring Kaleleonalani – Traveler of the Mountains
CCC Camp in Kokee State Park, Kokee
No admission fee; donations welcome at the Koke’e Museum
Carpooling strongly suggested; Shuttle service is in the works from Kekaha & Waimea Neighborhood Centers
Info: Michelle Hookano, (808)( 335-9975

 

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ONGOING and Multi-Day EVENTS

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

HSFCA CALL FOR ENTRY ON CAFE
Hawaii State Foundation on Culture & The Arts
asking interested artists to submit qualifications
for various commissioned works in upcoming
HSFCA public art projects.  Register with
Cafe www.callforentry.org/index.php
website developed by Western States Arts Federation (WESTAF) to
facilitate calls for artists & artworks.  Registration is free, secure and
offers access to visual arts opportunities nationwide.
Go to  www.callforentry.org/index.php for information,
answers to FAQs, tech tips, image prep and Questions forum.

March 26 – May 5
KUGA Visual Arts Workshop
At Warehouse3540, 3540 Koloa Road (behind the Warehouse)
Mondays, 9 – 10 am: HomeSchool MixedMedia, 6 – 10 yrs old
w/ Julie; 4:30 – 5:30 pm: Printmaking, 10& up w/ Kristy
Wednesdays, 3:15-4:15 pm: MixedMedia for 5 – 7 yrs old w/ Barbara; 5:00 – 6:00 pm: Mixed Media for 5 – 7 yrs old w/ Shannan;
Thursdays, 3:30 – 4:30 pm: Art in the style of Oliver Jeffers for 8 – 12 yrs old w/ Shannan
Saturdays, 10 – 10:45 am: Creation Stations for 2 – 4 yrs old with parent side-kick; led by Aga
All six-week sessions are $75/artist unless otherwise noted
Sibling Discount of 10% after first child is paid in full
Enroll: info@kugava.com
Info: (808) 482-9808

Plein air pastel lessons w/ Helen Turner
One-on-one or two max in the field; beginners or advanced
All materials provided
Plein air oil painting lessons w/ Helen Turner
One-on-one in the field; beginners or advanced
All materials provided
Info:  (808) 346-9357; www.helenturner.com

Art Classes with Marionette
Ongoing classes in watercolors, acrylics, silk painting, pastels, sumie-e
and more offered throughout the week for locals and tourists.
All materials are included and beginners are welcome!
Info: www.kauaiartclasses.blogspot.com or call (808) 631~9173.

COMMUNITY COMMUNITY COMMUNITY COMMUNITY

AIRPORT WINDOW DISPLAYS
HAL side: “Kuleana – Perpetuating the Legacy: Na Pali Coast Ohana – Nualolo Kai”
United Airlines side: “He Inoa No Kaumuali’i – Na Makana Poina’ole”
Brought to you by Garden Island Arts Council
Funded by a grant from the County of Kauai & the Hawaii Tourism Authority
(open to all passengers in transit)

Info:  giac05@icloud.com

Become a volunteer tour guide at Grove Farm museum!  Being a guide is a fun way to share stories of Kauai’s unique sugar plantation history and meet people from the local community and around the world. An interesting six-week guide training course will be held once a week on Tuesdays beginning on April 17th through May 22nd from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Please contact Grove Farm museum at 808-245-3202 or tours@grovefarm.org to sign up or for more information!

Bikes on Rice; 4:30 pm meet time; 4:45 pm roll out
Safe, slow paced fun rides throughout the Lihu’e neighborhoods
for all ages & abilities
Feb 13, March 13, April 10, May 8, June 12, July 10, Aug 14, Sept 11, Oct 9, Nov 13
Meet at the Lihue Civic Center on Rice Street
Sign up:  www.bikesonrice.org
Info:  (808) 639-1018

The Mokan Nokan Show
Broadcasting 5 times a week on OC16 Channel 12
Kauai Profile and Interesting Things Happening on Kauai
View Episode #1 — http://mokannokan.com/the-program/
Info:  Mel Bell-Grey, (808) 431-4711
www.eyeswideopenproductions.com
www.mokannokan.com

First Saturday of each month, 5:00 – 9:00 pm
Old Town Kapaa Art Walk
Main street is lined with vendors selling Kauai Arts & Crafts, Kauai’s best musicians and bands playing up and down the street; lots of shops and restaurants have their doors open.
Free and public is welcome

Last Saturday of each month; 4:00 – 8:00 pm
Kilauea Night Market
Anaina Hou Community Park, Home of Kauai Mini golf
40 artisans, live music, food trucks
Info: (808) 635-2572

First Monday each month, 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Kekaha Community Garden
Help with our garden work on the first Monday of each month
Learn about the importance of nutritious food-school groups welcome
Free compost bins for residents (call for availability)
8610 Kiowea Road between Aukuu and Elepaio Rds.
(in back of St Paul’s Episcopal Church, Kekaha)
Info: kekahagarden@gmail.com    Phoebe Eng, (808) 635-6145

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/

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 Office
Hosted by Kauai County Farm Bureau & Kauai Community College
Info:  Melissa McFerrin, (808) 337-9944

First Saturday night of each month, 5:30 – 8:30 pm
Old Kapaa Town Art Walk
Live music, meet the artists, tasty bites,
dancing, entertainment, support local businesses
Info:  Angelique Ell, angie@aelldesign.com

Kauai Island Crafters, 8:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m.
November 18 (Koloa Elementary School), November 25 (Church of the Pacific), December 2 (Kauai Veterans Center, Lihue), December 9 (Church of the Pacific)

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
Info:  Brett, (808) 639-4561

Every Sunday, 6:00 – 8:30 pm
Sing, dance and feel the vibrational sounds of energetic meditation chanting
kirtan guided yoga breathing, and spiritual insights from sacred yoga texts
Vegetarian dinner
Anahola location – call for directions
Free and open to the public
www.kauaikirtan.com, (808) 551-6610

Every Monday at 3:00 pm
Outdoor Farmer’s Market
Kukui Grove Center (next to K-Mart)
Info:  (808) 245-7784

Every Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.
Kauai Baby Swimming Safety Skills
Lava Lava Beach Club
Info: Anastasia, nastya7700@gmail.com

First Saturday of the Month, 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Heaven on Earth Health Fair, Dolphin Touch Wellness Center
Are you in need of some clarity or relief in your life? Come discover some of the wonderful Holistic Health Practitioners of Kauai. There is a wide array of professionals here to serve all of your health needs.
Info: www.dolphintouch.org or (808) 822-4414

The Kauai Inn
The Kauai Inn has lovely rooms tucked away on three tropical acres
where the Nawiliwili Bay meets the Huleia River.  Our Kauai Inn is a
charming 48 unit plantation style resort, where every guest is special!
All our tropical rooms have 40” televisions, refrigerators, microwaves,
A/C, ceiling fans, hair dryer, iron w/ironing board, free high speed internet,
free local calls, and parking.  In the morning, coffee, tea, fruit and pastries
are served poolside.  We are centrally located and very close to beaches,
golfing, shopping, and many more fun activities.
If you have any questions don’t hesitate to call toll free (800)808-2330)
Local (808) 245-9000 ext 6 or e-mail us.  Fax: (808) 245-3004
Visit our website for pictures at www.kauaiinn.com; www.poipubedandbreakfastinn.com
Supporter of the Garden Island Arts Council

CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE  

Wednesdays, 5:00 – 6:00 pm
Hula ‘Auana Class
Instructor:  Sherri “Puni” Patrick
New session begins every quarter
At the Kauai Musuem
No charge
Info:  Kauai Museum, (808) 245-6931

Thursdays, 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Hula for Kupuna
Instructor:  Sherri “Puni” Patrick
Waimea Neighborhood Center Courtroom
New sessions begins every quarter
No charge
Info: Sherri “Puni” Patrick (808) 651-5744

Sundays, 10:00 – 11:45 am
Shakuhachi Practice
Lawai International Center
Info:  Ray Nitta, (808) 652-5832; raynitta@yahoo.com;
Lawai International Center, www.lawaicenter.org

Sundays 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
88 Shrines at Lawai International Center
Tour times:  10 am, 12 pm, 2 pm
Brief video & talk story session by Lynn Muramoto
Donations are appreciated
Info:  (808) 639-4300, LM@hawaii.rr.com
www.lawaicenter.org

Halau Hula O Leilani Registration for Hula and Tahitian Classes
Call (or text) kumu Leilani Rivera Low at 808-651-0682 to register now through December for hula classes and Tahitian classes in Kapaa and Koloa.
Mondays – hula classes at Ka Ui o ka Aina center in Coconut Marketplace, Kapaa. Kaikamahine ages 5-12 at 5:00 pm. Teens & wahine 6:30– 8:00 pm
Tuesdays  – Koloa Neighborhood Center, hula classes for girls ages 4-12 from 3:45 pm
Wednesdays – Tahitian classes for kaikamahine by Ariel Leilani Bond
at 6:00-6:45 pm at Courtyard by Marriott Hotel.
Thursdays – Tahitian Class for teens, Koloa Neighborhood Ctr, 4:30 – 5:30 pm
Saturdays – Tahitian classes for teens & wahine by Ariel Leilani Bond,
11:00 am- 12:00 pm at Hawaiian Cultural Center in Coconut Marketplace.
Info: Leilani Low or text (808) 651-0682 or email darryl.leilani@hawaiiantel.net.

Ongoing Thursdays, 4:45 – 6:45 pm
Aloha International’s
“Halau Hula Na Lei Kupua” hula class
Dance, Chant, Language & Legends
Under the direction of Ho’opa’a Fern Merle-Jones & Kumu Susan Pa’iniu Floyd
Under the guidance of Hula Loea Kawaikapuokalani Hewett
Entry level students & visitors welcome
Church of the Pacific, Princeville
Info:  Call Fern, 828-1342, (808) 639-0964

2nd, 3rd, 4th Saturdays, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Kauai Museum’s Saturday Clubs
monthly workshops on unique island traditions
Kauai Museum daily public tours, 10:30 am to noon
Led by knowledgeable & entertaining docents
Free with admission to the museum
The Kauai Museum, Keepers of the Culture
Info:  (808) 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
Info: (808) 337-1005

DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE

Adult Tap Dance Class?
Kauai Dance Theatre’s Kalaheo studio

Short sessions held throughout the year
Fridays, 9:00-10:00 AM, $75/6 classes
Inquire or visit website for dates/details
Janie Crane, Director, (808) 332-9737
www.KauaiDanceTheatre.com  

Kauai Dance Theatre?
Ballet – Tap – Contemporary for ages 3.5 – Adult
Winter-Spring 2018 Term, Jan. 8 – May 12
Age and ability appropriate classes in Kalaheo
Join us for our 32nd year of “Quality instruction in the Art of Dance”!
Info: Janie Crane, Director, (808) 332-9737
www.KauaiDanceTheatre.com 

Professional dance training ages 3 through advanced.
Beginning Adults welcome.

Dance classes for all ages and abilities

Ballet, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Spanish dance & Modern Dance.

Directors, Jennifer Bell-Grey & Mel Bell-Grey

Dance season Aug 2017-May 2018

Start lessons anytime throughout the year

Performing opportunities available

Schedule your free trial class today.

www.kauaidancecenter.com?

Tel: (808) 823-9588 Cell/text (415) 990-5145

jenballet@gmail.com?

Accredited teacher graduate of the Royal Ballet School London, England. Diploma Royal Academy of Dancing.

Home Studio located at Eyes Wide Open Productions Nawiliwili/Lihue as well as a satellite studio on the North Shore, Princeville community center.

Aloha Dance Studio — Enrolling now
full schedule online at  www.AlohaDanceStudio.com
Professional instruction for ages 3 through adult
Hip Hop, Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Pointe, Modern,
Flamenco, Contemporary and Lyrical jazz
Elite Company Groups
Freaky Fridays at Kukui Grove Center every October
Beginner through Advanced welcome
Info:  Tiffany Dodge, (808) 245-1810

MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC
Month of April, 2nd & 4th Saturdays
Not My First Rodeo
Saloon at Kalaheo Steak & Ribs
Info: (808) 332-4444, Marty Leonard

Every Monday Night, March 5, 7:30 – 9:30
Kauai Chorale Rehearsal for Carmina Burana
Performance on May 19
Island School Cafeteria
Registration $30 (for the book)

Every Tuesday and Thursday, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Group `Ukulele Classes by Kirk Smart
Hanalei Strings and Things, Ching Young Village, Hanalei
Info:  Kirk Smart, kirksmart1@yahoo.com; (808) 826,9633

Wednesday nights, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
EasyLiving Jazz Duet — Helen Turner, flute; Jeff Iglesia, guitar
Hukilau Lanai
www.easylivingjazz.com

Every Wednesday Night, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Larry Rivera’s Love & Aloha Show (Every Wednesday)
Larry & Lurline performing
Cafe Portofino, Kalapaki
Other Larry Rivera Live Performances:
Every Friday Afternoon, 5:00 pm
Coconut Marketplace Center Stage, Waipouli
Every Saturday, 1:00 pm
Kauai Museum, Lihue
Every Sunday, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Garden Island Grill, Koloa town
Info:  Larry Rivera, larryrivera@hawaiilink.net

EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE

Thursdays. 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Qi Gong Golden 8
A Beginning Qi Gong Class – ONGOING
Promotes balancing the body for greater health, increasing vitality,
and radiating more energy
Lihue Neighborhood Center
Turn at AT&T on Kuhio Hwy, drive down two blocks to Eono St,
turn right and drive down one block to the Center; park in the
parking lot and go to the Old Main Hall.
Free for all ages
Info:  (808) 635-0306; Peter Sterne

Fitness Classes in Kalaheo and Poipu
Barre, Yoga, Pilates, TRX, Circuit
Location:  Southside sports Center (Poipu) and Private Studio (Kalaheo),
call (808) 332-6320 for directions
Info:  Jodee Burris, ACE Certified Group Fitness Instructor, 212-4034,
puuwaifitness@gmail.com
Current schedule & fees online: www.puuwaifitnesskauai.com

Kupuna Wellness Ageless Beauty Fitness Program
with Rose T. Warken Ceballos, certified fitness trainer, instructor,
Wellness Guidance, Author
Monday, 8 – 9:30 am:  Total Conditioning – Hanapepe N Ctr
Monday, 10:30 – 11:30 am: ChairAerobic-Koloa N Ctr
Wednesday, 8:00 – 9:30 am: Body and Mind Clarity – Kalaheo N Ctr
Friday, 8 – 9:30 am:  Total Conditioning – Kalaheo N Ctr
Classes are free and for Seniors
You will need your doctor’s approval before beginning a new exercise program
Info:  (808) 652-8985; kupunawellness@gmail.com
Rose’s classes have support recognition from County of Kauai
Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 8:30 – 9:45 am
Aloha Aerobics
Stretch, step and weights – complete fun workshop for Baby Boomers in particular; All Welcome
All Saints Gym, Kapaa
Info:  (808) 822-3817

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“The problem with doing nothing is not knowing when you’re finished”
–Nelson DeMille