Hawaii Eco Living

2017 Aloha Festivals
2017-09-23 19:00 - 2017-09-30 12:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Island of Oahu, Heart of Hawaii, 2270 Kalakaua Ave Suite 801, Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
Aloha Festivals is Hawai'i’s premier cultural showcase, a celebration of Hawai'i’s music, dance and history intended to preserve the unique island traditions. We invite you to explore and find out what makes Aloha Festivals special.
9/23/17 – 65TH Annual Waikiki Hoolaulea – On Kalakaua Avenue between Lewers & Kapahulu Avenues 7pm – 10pm
The largest block party will kick off with the arrival of the Royal Court. Multiple stages of entertainment, lots of food and lei vendors and hula crafters will be spread along 12 city blocks of the world famous Kalakaua Avenue. Free admission.
9/30/17 – 71st Annual Aloha Festivals Floral Parade 9am – 12pm
From Ala Moana Park, along Kalakaua Avenue to Kapiolani Park
A colorful equestrian procession of female and male pau riders, extravagant floats with cascades of Hawaiian flowers, hula Halau and marching bands will brighten Kalakaua Avenue from Ala Moana Park to Kapiolani Park. This is a “must see” event! Free admission

Restorative Yoga + Sound Healing Journey
2017-09-23 19:30 - 21:30 | Kalani, 12-6860 Kapoho Kalapana Rd, Pahoa, HI, 96778, United States
Join Alexis Cox and Owen Home “Wahki Now One” for a transcendent evening of Sound and Body Healing through restorative yoga postures and masterful weaving of sound and vibration. Feel the Healing Vibe-Auditory Pulsations of the didgeridoo and other instruments.
Alexis is a Yoga Teacher and Vedic Astrologer who weaves Ayurvedic principles, Vedic mythology and philosophy into her classes and sessions. She is a resident yoga teacher here at Kalani and at the Kupukupu Center at Hawaiian Sanctuary.
Owen is a Reiki Practitioner, Sound Therapist, Instrument Maker, Artist and Musician here on the Big Island.
Location: Kalani. 12-6860 Kalapana Kapoho Road, Pahoa, HI 96778
Admission: $20 Guests, $10 Kama’aina, $5 Kalani Volunteers
Reservations: Call Tony at 808-965-0468 ext. 108 or tony@kalani.com. You may also contact our Guest Services team at 808-965-7828 to register. Walk-ins welcome.

Girls Nite Out band
2017-09-23 20:30 - 23:30 | Wai’oli Lounge & iCafé, 71 Banyan Dr, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Featuring: Suzanne Mac Adam (vocals)
Will Divine (drums and vocals)
Tim DeSilva (bass)
Wesley Matsuda (guitar and synths)

Bottle of Blue returns to the Hilo Town Tavern
2017-09-23 21:00 - 2017-09-24 00:00
Coming back to rock Hilo even harder than last time!!

Raja Yoga Series with Amanda Webster
2017-09-24 13:00 - 15:00
Sunday, September 24th from 1-3pm
Sunday, October 29th from 1-3pm
Sunday, December 3rd from 1-3pm
Raja Yoga workshops incorporate all eight limbs of yoga; perfect for the intermediate or long-term yoga practitioner to explore the depths of yoga that normal weekly practices hint at but rarely reveal. These practices will begin with structured asana and flow sequences, segue into restorative yoga, and then finish with pranayama and meditation. Each class will incorporate a theme and teachings from classic yogic texts, Ayurveda or mindfulness readings. Hands-on adjustments will be offered to participants who want them. This is Amanda's favorite type of practice and she is looking forward to offering these classes at Yoga Centered!

FREE: 3rd Annual Lantern Making Workshop
2017-09-24 13:30 - 16:30
Free Event! Call Chamber at 533-3181 ASAP to reserve your place. This always fills up.
* Children must be 14 years and older
* First 50 registrants only – registered entrants will be issued a number. * 1 lantern per family
* 1 seat per lantern maker
* Bring your own scissors and glue
* Be punctual or lantern kits will be given to others on the waitlist
PARKIKNG: Free street parking or at nearby municipal lots located at Marin Tower, Kekaulike Courtyards, and Chinatown Gateway.

Oahu Beach Day
2017-09-24 15:00 - 18:00

Get Real! Financial Reality Fair!
2017-09-25 17:00 - 19:30 | Pearl City Public Library, 1138 Waimano Home Rd, Pearl City, HI, 96782-2647, United States
The Get Real! Financial Reality Fair is a fun, hands on interactive financial literacy tool. Students in 10-12th grade will learn about managing personal finances in a realistic scenario way, receiving a budget sheet and then making choices on purchasing a house, car, health plan and more. But wait!–they must spin the “Wheel of Reality” where a random life event is applied to their budget worksheet. Kathy Morris, a Member Education Officer with a federal credit union on Oahu will host the event. Students will receive assistance from community members and credit union staff in making decisions about everyday expenses and get financial advice to help them create and stick to a realistic budget. During these challenging economic times, it’s more important than ever to educate our youth about their finances.
Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 10 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if special accommodations are needed.

Author Readings
2017-09-25 18:00 - 19:30 | North Kohala Public Library, 54-3645 Akoni Pule Hwy, Kapaau, HI, 96755, United States
Join North Kohala’s published and amateur authors as they read from their recent work and share stories of their writing life.
Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 15 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if special accommodations are needed.

Monday Night Jazz Jam
2017-09-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Kukuau Studio, 43D Kukuau, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
An all inclusive Jazz Jam with a rotating house band. Created to strengthen the Big Island Jazz community through networking & jamming.
Bring your favorite charts & the instrument of your choice or enjoy the vibrations of people improvising together in the Jazz Tradition, 6-9pm every Monday night. Free for all ages.

Kipahulu 'Opihi Survey
2017-09-26 08:00 - 2017-09-28 16:00
Count and measure ‘opihi makaiauli (blackfoot) using the rapid survey method in and around the Kipahulu ‘opihi rest area.
Volunteers are welcome!
Bring tabbies, hat, sunscreen, towel, extra clothes, lunch, snacks and water.

Art Lunch: Meet the Artist
2017-09-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Hawaii State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St. Second Floor, Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
Art Lunch is a free monthly art lecture series at the Hawaii State Art Museum, held on the last Tuesday of the month. Bring your own lunch (or buy one at Artizen cafe!) and feed your creativity! September 2017 Art Lunch presenter to be announced.
First floor Multipurpose Room, No. 1 Capitol District Building. Parking across the street in the Ali'i Place building (entrance at 1099 Alakea St., cash only), metered parking at ‘Iolani Palace, or metered street parking. Several TheBus lines stop either in front of or close to the building.

Weekly Meeting - Club Day
2017-09-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, 71 Banyan Dr, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
End of the month celebration of South Hilo Rotarians

Movie Night
2017-09-26 16:00 - 18:00 | Kaimuki Public Library, 1041 Koko Head Ave, Honolulu, HI, 96816, United States
When mysterious spacecrafts touch down around the world, a team is brought together to investigate. As mankind teeters on the verge of global war, the team races against time for answers. To find them, they will take a chance that could threaten their lives, and quite possibly humanity. This movie screening is sponsored by the Friends of Kaimukī Public Library and will be held in the ground floor meeting room and is rated PG-13 for brief strong language.
Program is subject to change. Contact the library at least 10 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if special accommodations are needed.

Movie Night
2017-09-26 17:30 - 19:00 | Kahuku Public & School Library, 56-490 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI, 96731, United States
A new baby's arrival impacts a family, told from the point of view of a delightfully unreliable narrator — a wildly imaginative 7-year-old named Tim. The most unusual Boss Baby arrives at Tim's home in a taxi, wearing a suit and carrying a briefcase. The instant sibling rivalry must soon be put aside when Tim discovers that Boss Baby is actually a spy on a secret mission, and only he can help thwart a dastardly plot that involves an epic battle between puppies and babies. **Craft to follow during Art Club**

Boss-some Pencil
2017-09-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Kahuku Public & School Library, 56-490 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI, 96731, United States
Create a bossome pencil at our monthly Art Club! The craft will follow the showing of ‘Boss Baby.' For those who do not wish to view the movie, you may start your craft making at 6:00pm. This program is for all ages, Keiki to Kapuna!

Giving Back with Ronald McDonald®
2017-09-27 14:30 - 15:10 | Kahului Public Library, Kahului, HI, United States
This educational program will inspire children to give back to the community and show the magic in helping others. Ronald McDonald® uses a creative mix of music, magic, skits and games to reinforce the value of giving back and the enjoyment that comes from it. Children will learn to share their talents, time and gifts and are encouraged to share the things they are good at or are interested in. This 40-minute program is suitable for ages 3 to 8. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.
Sponsored by McDonald’s® Restaurants of Hawai‘i.
Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 15 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if any special accommodations are needed.
Mahalo!

Chess Wednesdays
2017-09-27 17:00 - 20:00 | Kapolei Public Library, Kapolei, HI, United States
If you ever wanted to learn to play chess, our Chess Wednesdays at the Kapolei Public Library are a perfect start! Each Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., a representative from Hawaii Chess Federation will be available to teach the basics of chess. Enthusiasts of all skill levels age 10 and up are welcome and chess sets will be provided. Classes are from August-December 2017.
Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 10 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if special accommodations are needed.

Financial Literacy Workshops
2017-09-27 17:30 - 20:30 | Waipahu Public Library, 94275 Mokuola St, Waipahu, HI, 96797, United States
Learn about financial literacy and why it’s so important. Waipahu Public Library will be offering 4 workshops on financial literacy topics: Increase Cash Flow/Debt Management, Building a Strong Financial Foundation/Proper Protection, Building Wealth/Asset Accumulation, Retirement Planning/Wealthy Preservation. Each workshop will be held Wednesday evenings from 5:30 pm-7:30 pm in the Young Adult section of the library. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. To register please go to reference desk or call 808-675-0358.
For further inquires please send an e-mail to norie.galang@wsbohanaone.com or call 808-673-6499.
Program schedule subject to change. Contact the hosting library at least 15 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if special accommodations are needed.

E Noelo I Ka Ike: Learn about Hawaiian Digital Resources
2017-09-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Kapolei Public Library, Kapolei, HI, United States
In Session 2 of a 3-part series on Hawaiian digital resources, Keikilani Meyer will introduce the Papakilo database, Uluulu Moving Image Archive of Hawaii, and Chronicling America newspaper archive.
Session 3 is scheduled for Saturday, October 7, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and will cover the Hula Preservation Society, Huapala – Hawaiian Lyrics and Hula Archive, and AVA Konohiki – Ancestral Visions of Aina.
Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the hosting library 10 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if special accommodations are needed. For a list of upcoming library events, visit http://www.librarieshawaii.org/events

Opihi Data Report Out
2017-09-27 18:00 - 20:00
Dr. Chris Bird from Texas A&M Corpus Christi will share a report on the data gathered on the Kipahulu ‘opihi rest area initiated by the Kipahulu Ohana and located on the shoreline adjacent to Haleakala National Park, which has been in place now for almost three years.

Honolulu: The Power of Your Plate & Grocery Cart
2017-09-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Down to Earth Hawaii, Honolulu, HI, United States
This is a 4 part series. You can sign up for individual classes for $40/class OR sign up for the entire series for $140.
Lets get practical. This class provides the knowledge and resources for trying out a new way of eating. Create your own Weekly Meal Planner and learn how to navigate the grocery store to find the treasures (and avoid the troublemakers)! We'll discuss common concerns, including how to prevent and treat low blood sugar for those taking certain medications, and how to ease your transition into a filling, high-fiber way of eating. Taste some of the staples you'll want to bring home during a tour of Down to Earth.
Food For Life is an award-winning program of The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM.org). All information presented is evidence-based fact and not anyone's opinion.
With a background in Nursing and 13 years presenting cooking demonstrations, Carri now shares her passion for preventing illness with plant based nutrition as a Certified Food For Life Instructor through the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine.
This is a 4 part series. You can sign up for individual classes for $40/class OR sign up for the entire series for $140.
Sign up for the Entire Series for $140 (and save $20!)
Part 3: Understanding Diabetes (Wednesday Oct. 4th, 6pm-8pm)
Part 4: Designing a Diet for Maximum Weight Control (Wednesday Oct. 11th, 6pm-8pm)
For more information, please call (808) 947-3249.
48 Hour Cancellation Policy for Refunds and Cancellations. Class will require reservations by at least 5 people. To make your reservation please call our Marketing Office at 947-3249 or sign up on Eventbrite. In the event of cancellation (3 days before event) everyone who signed up will be notified by email and phone. Walk-ins are welcome, however it's a good idea to call us to make sure event is still on.

Movie Night with Activities for Kids
2017-09-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Makawao Public Library, 1159 Makawao Ave, Makawao, HI, 96768-9464, United States
Join us for our FREE movie night with FREE popcorn and activities for the keiki!
When a retired opera singer leaves her inheritance to her cat, Duchess (Eva Gabor), and three kittens, the woman’s butler drugs the cats and abandons them in the countryside in order to inherit the fortune himself. Lost in unfamiliar territory, Duchess and the kittens meet Thomas O’Malley (Phil Harris), an alley cat willing to help them return to their home in Paris. They meet several kooky characters along the way, including two English geese and an alley cat jazz band. Rated G. http://www.librarieshawaii.org/event/movie-night-with-activities-for-kids-the-aristocats/
Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library (10 days for Oahu; 15 days for neighbor islands) in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if special accommodations are needed.

Eating House Anniversary Boys and Girls Club Benefit
2017-09-27 18:00 - 21:00
Enjoy an evening of live entertainment, amazing food and cocktails featuring unique dishes prepared by Roy's & Eating House 1849's Oahu Chefs. This dinner celebrates the one year anniversary for Eating House and is a benefit for the Boys and Girls Club of Hawaii
Don't miss this special event. For tickets visit http://www.bgch.com or call 808-949-4203

Taste of the Symphony
2017-09-27 19:00 - 20:30 | Blaisdell Center, 777 Ward Ave, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Savor a Taste of the Symphony with Maestro Michael Stern and the Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra
Enjoy “small bites” of what the Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra will offer during the 2017-2018 season at Taste of the Symphony; tickets are just $5!
Music lovers rejoice! Taste of the Symphony – a flavorful sampling of music from the Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra’s (HSO) 2017-2018 Halekulani Masterworks Season – returns Wednesday, September 27 at 7:00 pm. Led by Maestro Michael Stern, Taste of the Symphony is a preview concert that takes place immediately following the Honolulu Farmers’ Market. Tickets are only $5 cash and will only be available at the door of the Blaisdell Concert Hall beginning at 4:00 pm.
At Taste of the Symphony Maestro Stern will lead the HSO in a 70-minute program that takes concertgoers on a musical journey through the upcoming season, offering small bites of select programs. Giveaways and activities will add zest and spice to the event. The community is encouraged to come out for the Farmers’ Market and join in the fun. All ages are welcome!
The HSO’s 2017-2018 season opens with The New World on Sunday, October 1, and features Pianist Fabio Bidini and Maestro Michael Stern. The concert showcases Shostakovich’s Festive Overture and Dvorak’s Symphony No. 9 From the New World. Fabio Bidini brings his formidable talent to the stage performing Brahms Piano Concerto No. 2 – a quintessential masterpiece. While this music can be appreciated on a recording, there is nothing that can replace a live concert. Season subscriptions and individual tickets are on sale now. Ticket prices are $34, $49, $72, and $92 ($44, $64, $94, and $120 for Lang Lang!). For more information, please visit hisymphony.org or call 94-MUSIC (946-8742).
No matter if you’re a classical music buff or a symphony newbie, Taste of the Symphony is a great sampler concert for everyone.
Have some dinner at the Honolulu Farmers’ Market from 4-7pm, then head into the Blaisdell Concert Hall for a Taste of the Symphony. Rubba slippahs welcome!
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Date:
Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at 7:00 pm (Doors at 6:30 pm)
Venue:
Blaisdell Concert Hall
Admission:
$5.00 General Admission
FREE – Children 2 & under w/ paid adult (lap carried)
Note:
CASH ONLY
Using Blaisdell Roll Tickets
Ticket Sales: Blaisdell Concert Hall Box Office

PINK!'s Debut Monthly Drag Show
2017-09-27 19:00 - 23:00
Our Debut Monthly Drag Show at the Hilo Town Tavern. Fierce Divas, Cold Drinks, and Sick Beats. Everyone is Welcome. Everyone is Family.
Doors and music @7
Show @8
$10 Cover
21+
