[NOTE: Dates and times are as of time of posting. They are subject to change by the event planners. It is always advisable to contact the event information line for the latest information.]

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August 2 - 3 - Hawaiian Independence Play Comes to the S.F. Bay Area! - Ka Lei Maile Ali'i - The Queen's Women

A re-enactment play performed by members of Ka Lei Maile Ali'i Hawaiian Civic Club from Honolulu. Activist David Keanu Sai will provide historical context of the Hawaiian resistance to American annexation in a brief presentation before the play.

Sat. August 2, 7 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM) Redwood Gardens Community Room, 2951 Derby Street, Berkeley, CA - Donations suggested - proceeds benefit the Civic Club.

Sun. August 3, 7 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM) Hawaiian Independence Cultural Evening A performance of the play, plus a full program of Hawaiian music by Kapalakiko Hawaiian Band and special guest, singer Regina Wells of Ojala Ashkenaz, 1317 San Pablo Blvd., Berkeley, CA - $10.00 tickets - proceeds benefit the Civic Club www.ashkenaz.com

November 7 - Kona Coffee Cultural Festival

More information at 75-5751 Kuakini Hwy. Ste. 202, Kailua Kona, HI 96740 - 808-326-7820

November 13 - 15 - 2008 International Waikiki Hula Conference

Join other dancers and fans of hula from Hawaii and around the world in a 3-day conference November 13-15, 2008 at the world class Hawaii Convention Center, in Honolulu, Hawaii. Waikiki Hula Conference offers the rare opportunity to come to Hawaii to learn, share and experience the hula firsthand, with a variety of respected hula masters, many of whom do not travel outside Hawaii to teach.

Choose from among 128 classes offered by 42 noted kumu hula and Hawaiian cultural experts. Classes include modern and ancient dance, costume, lei-making, Hawaiian language, chant, history, songs, music and implement-making.

Conference fee $350, Register Online Now! http://www.waikikihulaconference.com. Group rate (10 and over) available – contact kazuko@waikikiimprovement.com - A non-profit project of the Waikiki Improvement Association.

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ALOHA PERFORMING ARTS COMPANY

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ART IN THE IRON WORKS

Current Exhibits

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EAST HAWAI`I CULTURAL CENTER

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HILO COMMUNITY PLAYERS

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HULIHE`E PALACE

Come to the Hulihe`e Palace Sunday Concert  Series featuring free Hawaiian music concerts and local musicians and artists on the Hulihe`e Palace south lawn at 4:00 p.m. the following Sundays:

  • July 20
  • August 24
  • September 21
  • October 19
  • November 16
  • December 21

For your comfort, bring your own beach mat or chair. After the concert, take a stroll through Kailua Village and enjoy our outdoor cafés and restaurants, with special kama`aina pricing at participating restaurants and merchants.

Kokua Kailua is sponsored by the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce, Destination Kona Coast, Kailua Village Business Improvement District and Kailua Village Merchants Association. > More

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KAHILU THEATRE

Events

  • June 7 - The Brothers Cazimero

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THE PALACE THEATRE

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PUNA DISTRICT

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UH THEATRE - HILO

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VOLCANO (Always check to see if park entrance fees apply or if park access is okay.)

July 18 - 19 Essence Of Beauty

Ulua Theatre, 19-4325 Haunani Rd., Volcano, HI 96785 - A visual, sound and movement collaboration among Volcano artists that evokes the power and beauty of nature.

August 30 - Fourth 2008 Na Mea Hawai`i Hula Kahiko Performance

10 a.m. to 11 a.m. - See traditional hula and chant performed outdoors on the hula platform overlooking Kilauea Crater, featuring Halau Ha'a Kea o Akala under the direction of kumu hula Paul Neves. In conjunction with "Aloha Festivals’ Royal Court Investiture Ceremony at 12 noon at Halema'uma'u crater. Hawaiian crafts demonstrations at Volcano Art Center Gallery 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Free (Park entran.ce fees apply). Check VOG alert before traveling to the volcano area.

October 18 - Final 2008 Na Mea Hawai`i Hula Kahiko Performance

Volcano Art Center, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Volcano, HI 96785 - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Free (Park entrance fees apply). Call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

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