Email giac05@icloud.com to get listing in advance
Mahalo to all who enjoy and support Art and Culture on Kaua’i
Donate at http://www.gardenislandarts.
MID-JANUARY 2015 ART & CULTURE EVENTS
Calling ALL Kauai Artists & Artisans in ANY hand-made media!
The Registration Deadline for the Kauai Art Tour ~ Artists Open Studios has been extended to midnight January 17th. Event sponsored in part by Hawaii Tourism Authority – don’t miss this opportunity. (If you don’t have a visitor-friendly studio space, you can still be a “visiting artist” at another Registered artist’s studio.) Have an arts-related biz, cause, or event & want to advertise in the KAT Guidebook & support the Arts Community on Kauai? Visit:KauaiArtTour.com for more info on event & Guidebook for artist, advertising, & sponsorship opportunities.
Phone: 647-0478 Email: KauaiArtTour@gmail.com
Laila Twigg-Smith Art Fund Scholarships for Visual Artists
Two Scholarships up to maximum of $2,250 per individual
2015 Summer Program for Haystack Mountain School of Crafts
(Deer Isle, ME) or Penland School of Crafts (Bakersfield, NC)
Eligibility: Legal resident of State of Hawaii, practicing artist, graduate or undergraduate art student, accepted by the school for admission to its visual arts program. Apply directly to the school.
Haystack Mountain School of Crafts: Candy Haskell, registrar@haystack-mtn.org
http://www.haystack-mtn.org/
Penland School of Crafts: Amanda Hollifield, amandahollifield@penland.org
http://penland.org/classes/
January 5 – 30, 2015
Hours: M-F, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm; Sat 10 & 17, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Nisei Veterans Legacy Center presents a 1-time Opportunity Exhibit
“GO FOR BROKE”
Japanese American Soldiers Fighting on Two Fronts
Learn about the courageous service of Japanese-American soldiers
During WW II and the socioeconomic changes brought about in
Hawaii because of their extraordinary wartime service
Admission: FREE
Contact: Aida Cruz, event coordinator, (808) 246-1135
www.kauaiveteranscenter.com
January 9 – January 25 (three weekend run)
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:00 pm
Sundays at 4:00 pm
“The Last Five Years”
Ingenious Two-character Song-Cycle Musical
Directed by Jennifer Downs
Starring Kameron Fort and Erin Gaines
Puhi Theatrical Warehouse, Kikowaena Rd
Ticket hotline: (808) 245-7700/ text Lana Coffman (808) 651-9994
Discounted tickets for first weekend
www.kauaicommunityplayers.org
Exhibition Dates: January 13 – March 22
Schaefer Portrait Challenge Opening (Maui Event)
Maui Arts and Cultural Center, Schaefer International Gallery
Thursday, January 15, 7:30 pm
Ann Randolph’s “Loveland”–A Ride You Will Never Forget
Comedienne extraordinaire award-winning solo show 1 night only
Directed by Joshua Townshend-Zellner
Randolph exposes the laugh-out-loud combination of absurdity and wrenching emotion that results when grief strips us of our inhibitions. Don’t miss this world class theater event happening one night only right here on our little island.
Church of the Pacific, Princeville
Tickets: $20 www.brownpapertickets.com/
1-800-838-3006
Info: www.annrandolph.com
Video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=
Thursday, January 15, 6:30 – 9:00 pm
Saturday, January 17, 1:00 – 4:00 pm
KCP announces
Auditions for “Prodigal Father”
Written & directed by Richard E. Peck, playwright from Philadelphia
Light-hearted comedy about sailor/novelist father who locates his son whom he hasn’t seen in years. The play treats in hilarious fashion the inability of some men to express their love.
Place: Puhi Theatrical Warehouse, 4411-E Kikowaena, Puhi
Info: 245-7700, KCP Hotline
Call for entries: Deadline March 23
Women In Theatre (WIT) invite you to submit to
“Kauai Shorts” – Fifth biennial 10-minute Play Festival
Any subject suitable for general audience;
previously or professionally produced plays ineligible
Cast should be small; no more than six actors, simple set,
no water features, curving staircases, or chandeliers
Application fee per play: $15-Hawaii residents; $25-non-residents
20 plays will be selected by committee for production Aug 6 – 7 2015
Festival Judges will select best comedy, best drama,
audience will vote for favorite play
$200 award certificate for winning playwright
Enter: www.WomeninTheatre.org
Friday, January 16, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Storybook Theatre & Aloha Africa invite you to
A Community Drum & Dance Circle
Bring your drum, your singing voice, your dancing feet
Suggested donation $10 – all donations help African Master
Drummer Ernest Borketey & family move to Kauai
Hanapepe Storybook Theatre
Information: Isa Maria, 652-6139
Friday-Saturday, January 16 – 17, 7:30 -9:30 pm
Kauai Voices Sings Music of the Heart
40-voice auditioned choral ensemble present
songs by Bernstein, Sondheim, Gershwin,
The Eagles, The Beatles and James Taylor
St. Michael and All Angels Church
$12 in advance/$15 at the door
Info: Melissa Mojo (808) 822-0545
Saturday, January 17, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Ka Moku O Manokalanipo Pa’ani Makahiki
Registration/Check-in begins at 7:00 am
Gate opens to the public at 9:00 am
NO ENTRY OR GATE FEE
Ancient Hawaiian Games, Kauai-made crafts fair,
Cultural demonstrations, Community displays, ono food & awards
Kapaa Beach Park
Participants ages 5 & over are invited to compete in multiple events
Call Julie, (808) 635-9028; email makahikikauai@gmail.com
Saturday, January 17 & 24, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Learn About Grant Writing
Kauai Community College OCET
Tuition $118, including materials
Register: (808) 245-8318; OCET@Hawaii.edu
Saturday, January 17, 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Kauai Society of Artists Membership Show Entry Day
KSA Art Gallery, Kukui Grove Center
Exhibition Dates: January 30 to March 13, 11:00 – 5:00 pm
Friday, March 6, 5:00 – 8:00 pm
Closing pot luck reception and People’s Choice Awards
Contact: R. Eve Solomon, chairperson; Revesolo@gmail.com;
www.kauaisocietyofartists.org
Saturday, January 17, 3:00 – 6:00 pm
Kauai Klassics – World Class Music
Musicians from New York’s Lincoln Center
6th Annual Benefit for United Way
Sheraton Kauai Resort, Koloa
Contact: Scott Giarman, Kauai United Way, (808) 245-2043
Sundays, January 18 – February 22, six weeks
Soul Symphonies
With Hezar Courson & Richard Kraft
Learn to empower your voice and sing from your soul.
artofsoundinstitute@gmail.com
www.theheartofsoundinstitute.
Sunday, January 18, 4:30 – 7:00 pm (Every Sunday)
Jazz at the Sheraton Poipu, Lavas by the pool
Michael Ruff, Darryl Miyasato + guest artist
Free, good food, great vibe; guests are welcome
Monday January 19, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Brain Gym Workshop presented by Noreen Dougherty
Part I. Intro to Brain Gym Class, 9 – 12
Part II. Balance for Specific Individual Goals, 1 – 4
Montessori Hale’s “The Green Center”
Fee: $25 for Part 1; $25 for Part II
Fee: $40 if taking both I & II, includes lunch
Info & Registration: Noreen Dougherty, (808) 823-0619
montessorihale@gmail.com
E Kanikapila Kakou 2015 presents the best of Hawaiian music, musicians, composers, dancers and storytellers every Monday night from January 19 through March 23 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm at the Kauai Beach Resort Jasmine Ballroom.A donation at the door will treat you to an unforgettable evening of Aloha from the heart. This program is brought to you by the Garden Island Arts Council with a grant-in-aid from the Hawaii Tourism Authority and is supported by the County of Kauai Office of Economic Opportunity.
Monday, January 19, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
E Kanikapila Kakou 2015 – “Music Into the Community”
2015 theme of “Music into the Community” is heralded in by the six ‘ukulele clubs from the island of Kaua’i. Program begins at 6:00 sharp. (no ‘ukulele circle this week)
Monday, January 26, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
E Kanikapila Kakou 2015 – “Music Into the Community”
Kupaoa — Kellen Paik and Lihau Hannahs Paik, one of Hawaii’s most popular singing couple returns once again to the EKK stage with more of their award-winning original compositions and wonderful music spiced with their signature stage banter. Add to that the inimitable Puakea Nogelmeier who has composed many songs for Kupaoa and other Hawaiian musicians. Plus kumu hula Frank Akima and Eleena Helenihi of Kananiokeakua School of Hula.
Tuesday, January 20, 5:00 pm
Become A Pink Paddler with Puuwai Outrigger Canoe Club
Wailua River Mouth, mauka side of highway;north side of river
Park in large parking lot across from green Smith’s Ticket Office;
Walk down to the river mouth near the bridge
Membership open to cancer survivors, supporters & friends
Info: Brian Curll, (808) 635-6311; Bcurll@aol.com
Tuesday, January 20, 5:30 pm
National Tropical Botanical Garden (NTBG) and Kauai Community College (KCC) present
“Balance of Nature” – a public lecture series
Dr. David Lorence – “Gingering Through Southeast Asia”
Join NTBG’s Director of Science and Conservation Dr. Lorence as he leads you on a virtual trek through Borneo and Malaysia in search of rare wild gingers. Dr. Lorence will discuss Southeast Asia as a region of great ginger diversity and what is being done by botanical gardens to save these plants from extinction
KCC Campus Center Cafeteria (to the left & behind the PAC)
Accessibility accommodations: Margaret Clark, (808) 332-7324, X225
Thursday, January 22, 7:30 – 9:00 am
Lihue Business Association Program
Shining a Spotlight on Creative Technology Center
Nothing like it exists in Hawaii
Presenter: Alan Tang, Chair & CEO of Olomana Loomis ISC
Dukes Canoe Club, Kalapaki (upstairs)
Free & Open to the Public
Contact: Pat Griffin, patgriffin@hawaiiantel.net
Thursday, January 22, “Signs of Geologic Time on Kauai,” free public lecture by Chuck Blay, Ph.D. At main hall of Island School, 6:30 pm. Sponsored by the Kauai Historical Society.
Dr. Blay, a geologist and geoscientist, presents a dynamic talk on viewing Kauai and Hawaii as a giant time machine on a geologic scale. One can look at the current eruptions on Hawaii island to see what Kauai was like 5 million years ago. The Northwestern Hawaiian islands give clues to what Kauai will be like in the future. Dr. Blay points out the clues to the longest documented geologic history captured in the Mahaulepu cliffs and sand dunes. Free; coffee and cookies available. Call Kauai Historical Society, 808-245-3373 or emailinfo@kauaihistoricalsociety.
Thursday, January 22, 7:30 pm
An Evening with Judy Collins – Hawaii Tour 2015
Singer Songwriter and Folk Music Icon
Kauai Community College PAC
Tickets: $45 general/$65 Gold Circle
Tickets: Hanalei Music Strings & Things, Progressive Expressions,
Pictures Plus, Scotty’s Music-Lihue
Contact: Lazar Bear Productions, (808) 896-4845
Lazarbearproductions.com
Saturday-Sunday; January 24 – 25, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
11th Annual Kauai Wellness Expo presenting
Mauli Ola Hawaii ’Aha Kane – celebrating Men’s Wellness
Special guest: Frank Delima – comedy show at 1:00 pm, Jan 24
$15 general/$10 youth/Free Kupuna & Keiki under 5
“You will laugh, be amazed, and enjoy the talents of this
comical genius – simply one of Hawaii’s best living legends.
Laughter is wellness!”
Kauai War Memorial Convention Center
Ticket Outlets: Kauai Kookie Bakery Kalaheo;
Party Wonderland Lihue, Kauai Music & Sound Kapaa
Info: Char Ravelo, (808) 632-4138
11th Annual Kaua’I Wellness Expo
Two Empowering Presentations
Dr. Shanhong Lu, MD, PhD
January 24, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
“Stress & Toxins are the Two Biggest Endocrine Disruptors”
3 Simple Steps in 3 months to Jump Start a Younger You
January 25, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
“Why and How to Detoxify Safely”
Dare to Detox and Live a Great Clean Life Everyday
Info: Leia Melead
Sunday, January 25, 2:00 pm
Ohana Arts & Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii present:
“Peace On Your Wings”
An original musical inspired by the life of Sadako Sasaki
Music by Jenny Taira, Lyrics by Laurie Rubin
Directed by Cari Lee
Special Kauai Performance – KCC PAC
Tickets $15 General/$10 Students
Online: KauaiPeaceOnYourWings.
Call Lihue Hongwanji Mission: (808) 245-6262
Door: $20 General/$15 Students
Online tickets: KauaiPeaceOnYourWings.
Info: ohanaarts.org
All ages welcome
Sunday, January 25, 4:30 – 7:00 pm (Every Sunday)
Jazz at the Sheraton Poipu, Lavas by the pool
Michael Ruff, Darryl Miyasato + guest artist
Free, good food, great vibe; guests are welcome
Sundays, Jan 25; Feb 22, Mar 29, Apr 26, Aug 30, Sept 27, Oct 25
6:00 – 7:30 pm
Joseph Campbell Mythological RoundTable 2015 Symposium Series
Review of Campbell’s “Power of Myth” audio tape w/ Bill Moyers
Followed by discussion and inquiry led by Mark Jeffers
Hanapepe Storybook Theatre
Info: (808) 335-0712
Friday, January 30, 12:00 – 3:00 pm
Lumen Print Workshop – Photograms without camera
By Phyllis Schwartz from Vancouver Canada
Na ‘Aina Kai Botanical Gardens & Sculpture Park
Bring a camera
Cost $15 per person; limited to 20 participants
On-site registration is $20 cash
Register through PayPal: http://sassamatt.com/workshop.
Contact: Nadine nadiness@hawaii.rr.com, (808) 212-9244
Friday, January 30, 7:00 pm
Laurie Lewis & Tom Rosum
Bluegrass, Indie Folk & Swing
Opening Act: Kirk Smart & Michaelle Edwards
Church of the Pacific
Tickets: $25/$30 at door
Magic Dragon,PV; Hanalei Harvest Market; Hanalei Surf Co;
Hanalei Strings; Papaya’s, Kauai Music & Sound, Kapaa;
Scotty’s, Lihue; Island Soap & Candleworks, Kilauea & PV
Info: (808) 652-3823
Saturday, January 31, 6:00 – 10:00 pm
Ms Paradise Kauai/Ms Garden Isle
2015 Scholarship Pageant & Program
KCC PAC
Contact: Rose Dali, (808) 482-0142
Fri, Sat, Sun, January 30 – 31, February 1, 5:30 – 9:00 pm
Fri, Sat, Sun, February 6 – 8, 5:30 – 9:00 pm
Women in Theatre presents
“Beyond Therapy” by Christopher Durang
A dinner theater production of a razor-sharp comedy
about looking for love – and therapy – in all the wrong places!
Hukilau Lanai Restaurant, 520 Aleka Loop, Kapaa
Tickets: $60, seating is limited;
reservations required 48 hours in advance
Call WIT hotline: 635-3727; www.womenintheatre.org
Life can be crazy. Beyond Therapy offers the best therapy of all:
Guaranteed laughter.
FEBRUARY 2015 ART & CULTURE EVENTS
E Kanikapila Kakou 2015 presents the best of Hawaiian music, musicians, composers, dancers and storytellers every Monday night from January 19 through March 23 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm at the Kauai Beach Resort Jasmine Ballroom.A donation at the door will treat you to an unforgettable evening of Aloha from the heart. This program is brought to you by the Garden Island Arts Council with a grant-in-aid from the Hawaii Tourism Authority and is supported by the County of Kauai Office of Economic Opportunity.
Monday, February 2, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
E Kanikapila Kakou 2015 – “Music Into the Community”
Kenneth Makuakane and the Pandanus Club – Alden Kaiaokamalie & Rodney Lopez Jr.
plus Kane Hula Dancers from Halau Ke Kai o Kahiki (O’Brian Eselu)
Monday, February 9, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
E Kanikapila Kakou 2015 – “Music Into the Community”
Keola and Moanalani Beamer return with the outstanding artists of the Aloha Music Camp to share their Beamer-style Magic at this “Community Aloha Night” at EKK.
Calvin Hoe (oli); Alan Akaka (steel guitar), Herb Ohta Jr. (‘ukulele), Uluwehi Guerrero (‘ukulele), Kevin Brown (slack key), Jeff Peterson (slack key), Kaliko Beamer Trapp (guitar), Konabob Stoeffer (taro patch bass), Liko Puha (oli)
Monday, February 16, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
E Kanikapila Kakou 2015 – “Music Into the Community”
Mark Yamanaka, Bert K. Naihe, Edward N. Atkins
Hawaii Island Falsetto at its very best will thrill the audience as
Mark and friends hit the rafters with their power-packed performance
Monday, February 23, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
E Kanikapila Kakou 2015 – “Music Into the Community”
“Tribute to Uncle Moe”
Cuzzins Mike Keale and Walt Keale carry on the Keale family musical
tradition each bringing his own unique sound and style to the circle
Friday, February 6, 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Zonta Club of Kauai Foundation present
22nd Annual Eat Dessert First Valentine’s event
delicious desserts, sugar-free items, fruit trays, chocolate foundation
silent auction, Valentines Prize Drawing, music by Micah Viluan
Kauai Beach Resort
Tickets $25 in advance/$30 at door ($15 tax deductible)
Contact: Jeanette Bonilla (808) 332-5654
zontakauai@gmail.com; www.zonta-kauai.org
Ninth Annual All Angels Jazz Festival – St. Michael’s Episcopal Church – Feb 6 – 8
Friday, February 6
“A Tribute to Hawaii” – Jake Shimabukuro
winner of 16 Na Hoku Hanohano & two Grammy Awards;
Amy Hanaialii, Hawaii’s top-selling female vocalist of all time,
5-time Grammy nominee & winner of 22 Na Hoku Hanohano awards
Noel Okimoto on drums & Dean Taba on bass
Tickets $40 advance/$45 at door; online www.stmichaels-kauai.org
or pick up at church office in Lihue
Saturday, February 7
“We Got the Blues”
Eric Bibb from Finland, one of the great blues singers & guitarists
Valerie Duke from Chatanooga, former vocalist for Glenn Miller Band
Matt Lemmler, New Orleans pianist & composer;
Dean Taba on bass & Abe Lagrimas Jr on Drums
Tickets $40 advance/$45 at door; online www.stmichaels-kauai.org
or pick up at church office in Lihue
Sunday, February 8, 8:30 am and 11:00 am
Jazz Masses – “Spirit of the Blues”
All-start musicians, soloists, 24-voice choir
Speaker – William Miller, Rector of St Michaels & Founder of All Angels Jazz Festival, Author
Free and Open to the public
Info: www.stmichaels-kauai.org; (808) 245-3796
Saturday, February 7, 7:00 pm
Sunday, February 8, 3:00 pm
SLACK&BLUES CONCERTS -All-Star Hawaiian & Blues musicians
Taj Mahal & the Hula Blues Band
Slack – Ledward Kaapana & Special Friends
Taj Mahal; Ledward Kaapana; Mike Kaawa;
Kester Smith; Pancho Graham; Bobby Ingano
Traditional Blessing by Sabra Kauka; Hula by Aurora Kaawa
Courtyard — Marriott Kauai at Coconut Beach Kauai
$45 general admission/$75 golden circle
Contact: Ken Levine klevine@comcast.net
Wednesday, February 18, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Garden Island Arts Council presents
Ceramics Workshop – throwing, coiling, handbuilding
Ken Matsuzaki from Mashiko, Japan
leading figure in modern Japanese ceramics
Location: ArtPod Studio in Niumalu
Registration $50; space limited to first 15
Contact: ayumiaina@hotmail.com
Wednesday, February 18, 7:30 pm
An Evening with David Sedaris
Celebrating “Let’s Explore Diabetes with Owls”
Laugh your butt off and open your heart
KCC Performing Arts Center
Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com/David -Sedaris-tickets/artist/
Get the Hawaii Public Radio (HPR) VIP Package for $150
– pair of premium tickets
– Sedaris book
– access to priority line for book signing
For VIP Package purchase, call HPR’s Membership Office,
(808) 955-8821 (M – F, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm)
Thursday, February 19, “Kauai Past and Present: Applying traditional resource management to contemporary conservation practices,” a free public talk by Kawika Winter, Ph.D.,Director of Limahuli Garden, NTBG. Island School main hall, 6:30 pm. Sponsored by the Kauai Historical Society.
An ethnobotanist specializing in identifying the interaction between people and plants, particularly ancient Hawaiians, their land use practices and the native species they cultivated, Dr. Winter has done advanced work in relating botany and human history in Pacific cultures, particularly the awa and kalo plants. The scientific and statistical data he collects today are keys to adapting traditional practices to meeting the needs of modern land and resource conservation. Free lecture; coffee and cookies available. Call Kauai Historical Society, 808-245-3373 or email info@kauaihistoricalsociety.
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, February 20 – March 8, 2015
Fri & Sat 7:00 pm; Sun 4:00 pm
Matilda’s Waltz
Original play based on sugar plantation life and politics in Hawaii
Written and directed by David Penhallow Scott
Puhi Theatrical Warehouse, Kikowaena Rd
Ticket hotline: (808) 245-7700/ text Lana Coffman (808) 651-9994
Discounted tickets for first weekend
www.kauaicommunityplayers.org
February 27
Read Across Kauai Day
Contact: Monika Mira, lucidhawaii@mac.com
kauaichildrensauthors.
Info: Hanapepe Storybook Theatre, 335-0712
MARCH 2015 ART & CULTURE EVENTS
E Kanikapila Kakou 2015 presents the best of Hawaiian music, musicians, composers, dancers and storytellers every Monday night from January 19 through March 23 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm at the Kauai Beach Resort Jasmine Ballroom.A donation at the door will treat you to an unforgettable evening of Aloha from the heart. This program is brought to you by the Garden Island Arts Council with a grant-in-aid from the Hawaii Tourism Authority and is supported by the County of Kauai Office of Economic Opportunity.
Monday, March 2, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
E Kanikapila Kakou 2015 – “Music Into the Community”
“Music of Na Lani Eha”
featuring Hawaiian Music Hall of Fame Serenaders
Kuuipo Kumukahi, Kimo Stone, Isaac Akuna, Joseph Winchester
Kauai Beach Resort Jasmine Ballroom
Monday, March 9, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
E Kanikapila Kakou 2015 – “Music Into the Community”
Waipuna – Kale Hannahs, Matthew Sproat, David Kamakahi
Kauai Beach Resort Jasmine Ballroom
Monday, March 16, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
E Kanikapila Kakou 2015 – “Music Into the Community”
Aunty Noelani Mahoe and Kai’ola Farin
Kauai Beach Resort Jasmine Ballroom
Monday, March 23, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
E Kanikapila Kakou 2015 – “Music Into the Community”
“One Big Community Hula Party”
Open invitation to any and all hula dancers to share your hula
Music by Tamatea Nui O Kauai – Haunani Kaui, Wailana Dasalia,
Piikea Matias, Anuhea Herrod, Tia Keawe, Rose Kurita
Malie Foundation Special (Lady Ipo and Uncle Nathan)
Kauai Beach Resort Jasmine Ballroom
Friday, March 27th, 1:00 pm-9:00 pm
Saturday, March 28th, 9:00 am-5:00 pm
2015 Kaua‘i Orchid and Art Festival
Various locations in Hanapepe
Orchid show, live music, art displays, food, workshops,
craft fair, Silent Auction, activities for keiki
All events except workshops are FREE
Contact: Kimberly Busch-French (808) 651-9801
Saturday, March 28,
Island School’s 36th Annual Gala Auction
Speakeasy Club
Remembering the days of gangsters, flappers & all that jazz
Grand Hyatt Kaua’I Resort & Spa, Poipu
Info: (808) 2460-0233; auction@ischool.org
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ONGOING and Multi-Day EVENTS
ART 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/
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.
answers to FAQs, tech tips, image prep and Questions forum.
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
Contact: (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!
www.kauaiartclasses.blogspot.
Art Classes at HeArtworks Studio
Creativity coaching and ongoing classes in a variety of media
Painting in oils and acrylics, drawing, mandala art,
ceramics/pottery (both wheel and handbuilding)
Beginners welcome! Private and small group
instruction for both residents & visitors.
Info: Argus (808) 634-4031
www.arguseliam.com/ ; www.
COMMUNITY COMMUNITY COMMUNITY COMMUNITY
AIRPORT WINDOW DISPLAYS
HAL side: Kaua’i Library — Books & Authors of Kaua’i
United Airlines side: With These Gifted Hands – Artists and Craftsmen of Kauai Express Themselves
Brought to you by Garden Island Arts Council
Funded by a grant through the Hawai’i Tourism Authority
In cooperation with the County of Kaua’I Office of Economic Development
(open to all passengers in transit)
Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge Days Open to the Public in 2015
Reduced from seven to five days a week
Closed: each Sunday & Monday throughout the year beginning February, 2014
Open: Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm except most major holidays
Every first Saturday, 5:30 pm with music from 5:15 pm
Jazz Vespers Communion service
45 minute service with sermon by Father Bill Miller
Communion and Musical reflections
Contemplative jazz with pianist Henry Adam Curtist
December musical guest – Trumpeter David Braun
Followed by wine and pupu reception at 6:15 pm
Info: 245-3796, www.stmichaels-
Kekaha Community Garden Membership is open
Communal gardening – 2 hours per week of food, fun and health
Replace your monthly produce bill with $35 per month fees –
includes weekly box of food; free compost bins for residents by appt
Open daily, group meets Sundays from 4 – 6 pm
8610 Kiowea Road, St Pauls Episcopal Church, Kekaha
Contact: kekahagarden@gmail.com 651-5197
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat
7:30 – 11:00 am; 11:45 am – 4:15 pm
Kauai Resource Center Open & Accepting Recyclables
Redeem HI5 bottles, plastic #1&2, aluminum,
Cardboard, Mixed paper, glass, newspaper
Saturdays monthly, 8:30 am
Forest Workday
Koke’e CCC Camp
Register: Koke’e Natural History Musuem
(808) 335-9975. kokeemuseum@
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
Contact: Melissa McFerrin, 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, tasty bites,
dancing, entertainment, support local businesses
Contact: Angelique Ell, angie@aelldesign.com
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
Contact: Brett, 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)
Contact: 245-7784
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 27” 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.
$79.00 w/ 3 night minimum (std King or Queen room)
$99.00 (2 full size bed room)
If you have any questions don’t hesitate to call toll free (1-800-808-2330)
Local 1-808-245-9000 ext 6 or e-mail us.
Fax: 1-808-245-3004
Visit our website for pictures at www.kauaiinn.com
We look forward to having you as our guest!
CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE CULTURE
Sundays, Jan 25; Feb 22, Mar 29, Apr 26, Aug 30, Sept 27, Oct 25
6:00 – 7:30 pm
Joseph Campbell Mythological RoundTable 2015 Symposium Series
Review of Campbell’s “Power of Myth” audio tape w/ Bill Moyers
Followed by discussion and inquiry led by Mark Jeffers
Hanapepe Storybook Theatre
Info: (808) 335-0712
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
Wednesdays, 11:30 am – 12:45 pm
Kundalini style core-building yoga by Joella Shepherd
Breathing, moving energy & meditation
traditional yoga asanas incorporated
focus is clearing out stuck energy
Yoga House, Kapaa
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.
Call Leilani Low or text 808-651-0682 or email darryl.leilani@
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, 639-0964; Marie, 652-8086
2nd, 3rd, 4th Saturdays, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Kauai Museum’s Saturday Clubs
monthly workshops on unique island traditions
Kaua’I Museum daily public tours, 10:30 am to noon
Led by knowledgeable & entertaining docents
Free with admission to the museum
The Kaua;I Museum, Keepers of the Culture
Info: 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, (808) 337-1005
DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE DANCE
Kauai Dance Theatre’s Winter-Spring Term
January 5 – May 9, 2015
Age and ability appropriate levels of Ballet/Pointe,
Tap Dance, Morning “Stretch & Tone” for ages 4 – adult
Join us for fun, better health and simply the “joy of dance”
as our 29th season continues!”
Contact: Janie Crane, Director, 332-9737
www.KauaiDanceTheatre.com
Kauai Dance Center classes for all ages & abilities
Royal Academy of Dance qualified
Locations: Princeville, Kilauea, Kapaa & Lihue
Contact: Jennifer Bell-Grey ARAD, (808) 823-9588
info: info@kauaidancecenter.com
website: www.kauaidancecenter.
Monday Nights – October 6 – October 24, 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Adult Dance Class – Salsa
Kilauea Neighborhood Center
$20 for 5 week series/$5 per Drop-In
Sponsored by YMCA NS Dance Club & Kauai Parks & Recreation
Second Friday of Every Month
7:00 – 8:00 pm – tango
8:00 – 10:00 pm – variety of swing, ballroom, latin
North Shore Dance Party
Church of the Pacific
All levels & singles welcome
$5 donation
Info: kauaidancing@gmail.com
Mondays, 7:30 pm – Kalaheo Neighborhood Center
Thursdays, 7:00 pm, Kapaa Neighborhood Center
YMCA-sponsored Tango Kauai Dance Club
Classes open to the public
No experience or partner necessary
Tango Tuesdays, 7 – 9 pm – Small Town Coffee Shop, music and dancing
Info: Maurizia Zanin, (808) 635-8049, www.tangokauai.com
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
Master Classes with instructors from “So You Think You Can Dance”
Elite Company Groups
Travel to National Dance Conventions
Freaky Fridays at Kukui Grove Center every October
Beginner through Advanced welcome
Contact: Tiffany Dodge
MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC
Every other Sunday, 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Irish Music: Whiskey-O performances
Feral Pig Retaurant/Pub in Nawiliwili Harbor Mall
Contact: ShantyBob, (808) 651-5819
Every other Friday at the Sunset Grill in Port Allen
Not My First Rodeo Country Band
Classic & current country songs
Marty on drums, Dave Greenberg on vocals/bass,
Cindy Jackson on vocals/guitar, Jim Hollingsworth on vocals/pedal steel & electric guitar, Lee Richards on fiddle
Marty Leonard: (808) 635-6477
Wednesday nights, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
EasyLiving Jazz Duet — Helen Turner, flute; Jeff Iglesia, guitar
Hukilau Lanai
www.easylivingjazz.com
Saturdays, 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Kapaa Slack Key Saturdays
Doug and Sandy McMaster’s traditional Slack Key/Ukulele Talk Story
Children of the Land Center (Under Clock Tower, Kauai Shopping Village, Kapaa)
Admission $20/$15
Free Gift Drawing
Info: 826-1469
Every Wednesday Night, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Larry Rivera’s Love & Aloha Show (Every Wednesday)
Larry & Lurline performing
Cafe Portofino, Kalapaki
Contact: Larry Rivera, larryrivera@hawaiilink.net
Every Thursday Night, 6:00-8:00pm – winter months only
JJ’s Broiler
Anchor Cove, Kalapaki
Contact: Larry Rivera,
Every Friday Afternoon, 5:00 pm
Larry Rivera Performs
Coconut Marketplace Center Stage, Waipouli
Contact: Larry Rivera, larryrivera@hawaiilink.net
Every Saturday, 1:00 pm
Larry Rivera Performs
Kauai Museum, Lihue
Contact: Larry Rivera, larryrivera@hawaiilink.net
EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE
First& Third Mondays of each month; 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm
Laughter Yoga
Led by Certified Laughter Yoga Leader Dr. Lucy Miller.
At the Lihue Neighborhood Center
Laughter Yoga is a series of exercises that incorporate gentle stretching, clapping rhythmically and laughter, proven to promote well-being, lower blood pressure and reduce stress, and strengthen the immune system. No equipment needed. Open to all ages and abilities. FREE.
Information: Lihue Neighborhood Center, 241-6858
or email drlucy@hawaii.rr.com.
Thursdays. 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Qi Gong Golden 8
A Beginning Qi Gong Class in January
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
Questions: (808) 635-0306; Peter Sterne
Fitness Classes in Kalaheo
Group Exercise offerings include Super Sculpt, Cardio & Strength Interval,
Smart Muscle Training, Boot Camp, Prenatal/postnatal Exercise
Location: Private Studio in Kalaheo, call 332-6320 for directions
Contact: Jodee Burris, ACE Certified Group Fitness Instructor, 212-4034,
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
Contact: (808) 652-8985, Rose’s classes has 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
Contact: 822-3817
Morning Exercise in Kalaheo
“Stretch and Tone” on Mondays and Fridays, 8:30 – 9:30 AM
– Pilates-inspired exercises in a fitness format — stretch, strengthen and tone muscles
Bring exercise mat or thick towel for floor work; wear comfortable clothes, athletic shoes if desired (or barefoot)
$8/class, $30/4 class card, $56/8 class card
Classes are ongoing at Kauai Dance Theatre’s Kalaheo studio – call for location, details, current schedule
Contact: Janie Crane, 332-9737, jbcdance@hotmail.com
www.kauaidancetheatre.com
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
Especially for those with Arthritis
Cis Odell – instructor
Dress comfortably
Check with doctor before beginning any exercise program
Contact: 596-2900, Jennifer DeMarrre, Director
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“The problem with doing nothing is not knowing when you’re finished”
–Nelson DeMille
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