Movie: The Florida Project
2018-01-12 19:00 - 2018-01-16 21:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Hilo Palace Theater, 38 Haili St, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Friday, January 12 at 7PM
Sunday, January 14 at 2:30PM & 7PM
Monday and Tuesday, January 15 & 16 at 7PM
R, 111 Minutes, Drama
Doors will open 30 minutes prior to each showing. Tickets are $8 General and $7 for Seniors & Students.
Starring: Bria Vinaite, Willem Dafoe, Brooklynn Prince
Directed by: Sean Baker
Six-year-old Moonee and her rebellious mother Halley live week to week at “The Magic Castle,” a budget motel managed by Bobby, whose stern exterior hides a deep reservoir of kindness and compassion. Despite her harsh surroundings, the precocious and ebullient Moonee has no trouble making each day a celebration of life, her endless afternoons overflowing with mischief and grand adventure as she and her ragtag playmates fearlessly explore the unique world into which they’ve been thrown. Unbeknownst to Moonee, however, her delicate fantasy is supported by the toil and sacrifice of Halley, who is forced to explore increasingly dangerous possibilities to provide for her daughter.
“This movie accomplishes something almost miraculous – two things actually – it casts a spell and tells the truth.” – The New York Times

HOT Presents: Fry Street Quartet
2018-01-12 19:30 - 20:30 (Pacific/Honolulu)
“A triumph of ensemble playing” – The New York Times
Hear Fry Street Quartet’s Hawaii chamber music debut! Following the opening night of the chamber opera As One, the string quartet accompanying the piece will shine in its own independent performance. The FSQ’s tour repertoire reaches many corners of the musical spectrum, including works of Britten, Schubert, Beethoven and Bartok. Visit the Fry Street Quartet website for more information: http://frystreetquartet.com/
General Admission: $45
Program:
Franz Joseph Haydn, Quartet Op.76 No. 4, Sunrise
Benjamin Britten, Three Divertimenti
Bedrich Smetana, Quartet No. 1, From My Life

Diana Ross - Endless Memories Tour
2018-01-12 20:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Blaisdell Center, 777 Ward Ave, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Tickets: $255.50, $125.50, $65.50, $45.50 plus service fees
Venue Presale – Monday, November 20, 2017 at 8:00 am (Password: [REDACTED]
Kama’aina pre-sale starts Monday, November 20 at 10:00 A.M. HST
No password required – Hawaii residents only
Tickets on sale worldwide Friday, November 24 at 10:00 A.M. HST
After her triumphant and record-breaking Hawaii debut concerts in 2015, global music icon Diana Ross will return to Honolulu’s Neal S. Blaisdell Arena on January 12, 2018 for a special one-night only concert. In advance of her return, Ms. Ross said in a statement to the people of Hawaii, “I love Hawaii. I love everything about it and I especially love the people.”
Honolulu based concert promoter Rick Bartalini Presents will continue their long history working with the international superstar by producing Ms. Ross’ one night only performance in Honolulu. “It’s an honor to have worked with Ms. Ross for many years and we are thrilled to bring her back to Hawaii for another magical evening,” says Rick Bartalini. In June 2015, Diana Ross performed her first ever Hawaii concerts to adoring sold out crowds at Neal S. Blaisdell Arena and Maui Arts & Cultural Center while smashing records at ticket box offices. The June 13 concert at Neal S. Blaisdell Arena marked Ms. Ross’ highest grossing U.S. concert in her remarkable touring history while her June 14 show became the highest grossing concert ever at the intimate Castle Theater at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. The record-breaking demand of her first Hawaii concerts led Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell to formally declare June 12, 2015 as Diana Ross Day in the City and County of Honolulu, forever marking the international superstar as one of Hawaii’s all-time favorite performers.
Concert promoter Rick Bartalini Presents will honor the residents of Hawaii with an exclusive Kama’aina pre-sale so that local residents may purchase the best seats first. Starting Monday, November 20 at 10:00 A.M., Hawaii residents may purchase up to eight tickets each. The Kama’aina pre-sale runs until Thursday, November 23 at 10:00 P.M. HST. Tickets go on sale worldwide starting Friday, November 24 at 10:00 A.M.
On Sunday, November 19, the timeless and legendary Diana Ross will receive the American Music Award of Lifetime Achievement at the 2017 American Music Awards. “I have endless memories of all the years that I have appeared on the American Music Awards,” Ross says in a statement. “It started with Dick Clark and the Caravan of Stars and American Bandstand. It was Dick Clark who said, ‘Music is the soundtrack of our lives.’ So true. I am so excited to be receiving this honorable award.” The 2017 American Music Awards will broadcast live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles this Sunday, November 19 at 8 P.M. on ABC.
Diana Ross’ music is timeless. Celebrating a career of ‘endless memories,’ Ms. Ross will release Diamond Diana: The Legacy Collection on November 17. The 15-song collection contains some of her biggest hit recordings of her career plus an exciting new dance club remix of her #1 hit “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough.” “I send this special gift to you all. This collection of songs is from my heart to yours and I send my love and thanks and appreciation to you for my joyous amazing journey, it’s so much fun,” says Ms. Ross.
The Endless Memories Tour will feature many of those endearing songs included on her new release, as well as breathtaking costumes and her incredible band and singers. Her music became the sound of young America in the ‘60s soon after she signed with Motown Records in 1961 with The Supremes. She embarked on her extraordinary solo career in 1970, and has not stopped since. She is an icon in the entertainment industry selling over 100 million records and with 18 number one hits. She is an Academy Award nominated actress for her unforgettable role as Billie Holiday in Lady Sings The Blues, a Tony and Golden Globe winner, a bestselling author, winner of 8 American Music Awards and a recipient of The Kennedy Center Honors and the Medal of Freedom.

2018 in Astrology
2018-01-12 20:00 - 23:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kukuau Studio, 43D Kukuau, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
An astrological dance around the stars with Yahavah Aquarian–Astrologer, healer, LMT.
The Saturn time machine invites us to cross the line between Vision & Reality in 2018. This interactive presentation follows Saturn’s 3 year cycle effecting the Earth, governments, nature & how we interact with changes to Galactic oneness–shifting our perceptions to become simply true grounded people.
Basically an interactive presentation of the next year in astrology for our species & individually.
Doors open at 6pm, presentation starts at 7:00.
$5 don. All ages welcome.
For more information, call or email Yahavah.
808.936.5255 or hahavah@hahavah.com

Soul Hip Hop Live at the Hilo Town Tavern
2018-01-12 21:00 (Pacific/Honolulu)
Vibe out to the flavor selection of Knowledge Iz, Priscilla Momah, Pharaoh Mooncat, Malcolm and Dj Ronin

Makahiki Saturday!
2018-01-13 06:00 - 16:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Hilo Farmers Market, Corner of Kamehameha Ave and Mamo St, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
The Hilo Farmers Market is a must-see experience when you are on the Big Island. Over 200+ local farmers, crafters, artisans, retailers and food vendors selling local and fresh island fruits, vegetables, hand made jewelry, tropical plants, original artworks, flowers, specialty confections and award winning Hawaii coffee! All at a festive outdoor atmosphere that recalls back to the old “plantation” days of early Hilo. This Makahiki season, come and shop for the holidays! Reasonable prices by dedicated vendors. Voted Best Open Market 2017. Located at the corner of Mamo Street and Kamehameha Avenue in historic downtown Hilo, we’re open all year round. From Dawn til it’s Gone! (6am to 4pm).

Garden Day at Kihei Elementary
2018-01-13 08:30 - 11:30 (Pacific/Honolulu)
This photo is the garden 9 years ago… come see the amazing and continuing transformation! We have our regular volunteer day at Kihei Elementary almost every 2nd Saturday of the month.
Come on out and help in the garden, learn about Kihei garden challenges as well as garden tips!

Aloha Aina Recycling Drive - University of Hawaii Lab School
2018-01-13 09:00 - 12:00 (Pacific/Honolulu)
The Aloha ‘Āina Recycling Drive will be at UH Lab School from 9:00am – 12:00pm on Saturday, January 13, 2018.
Stop by to drop off miscellaneous recyclable items! We will be collecting:
-Scrap metal (bicycles, refrigerators, other appliances, etc.)
-Electronics (including computers, TVs, laptops, printer
-Cartridges, cell phones, cameras, game systems, & more)
-Batteries (household, vehicle & other batteries)
-Clothing & Household items
-Used household cooking oil
-HI-5 beverage cans & bottles
-Confidential documents will be collected in locked bins by Goodwill Hawaiʻi and shredded securely at their headquarters.
Proceeds from HI-5 containers, scrap metal and used cooking oil will serve as a fundraiser for the host school!
For more information contact 3rs@kokuahawaiifoundation.org.
The Aloha ʻĀina Recycling Drives are coordinated by Kokua Hawaii Foundation as part of the 3R’s School Recycling Program and are made possible through sponsorship from Schnitzer Steel Industries and support from other local recycling partners including Pacific Biodiesel, Goodwill Hawaii, T&N Computer Recycling, Interstate Batteries, RRR Recycling Services, and Aloha Overstock!
Aloha ʻĀina Recycling Drives (AARD) are back for the 2017-2018 school year! This year, we are hosting 18 AARDs at schools across Oʻahu. All events are held on Saturdays from 9:00am – 12:00pm. Below are the remaining Drives for the school year:
January 27th, 2018: Keoneula Elementary School
February 10th, 2018: Niu Valley Middle School
February 24th, 2018: Maryknoll School
March 3rd, 2018: Leilehua High School
March 17th, 2018: Ewa Makai Middle School
March 31st, 2018: Kamiloʻiki Elementary School
April 14th, 2018: Kapolei Elementary School
April 28th, 2018: Kalihi Elementary School
May 12th, 2018: Moanalua Elementary & Middle School
AARDs provide opportunities for schools, families & community members to drop off a variety of goods for reuse and recycling.

Fun with Fruits and Veggies: Keiki Cooking Class
2018-01-13 10:00 - 12:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Down to Earth Hawaii, 2525 S. King Street, Honolulu, HI, 96826, United States
Fun and engaging hands-on class for your keiki!
Easy and delicious recipes that can be recreated at home.
Learn hands-on how to make:
-Apple Peanut Butter “Sandwiches”
-Broccoli Lemon Twisty Pasta
-Almond Milk Hot Chocolate
You will get to eat all the foods that you make!
Sheila Wrede is a Health Coach with a certification from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. Sheila’s passion is for encouraging others to explore nutritious foods and a healthy lifestyle. She believes that food is medicine and that by eating the right foods, we can heal and thrive.
$30/student, Registration Required
Register Now: http://d2e.co/keikicooking
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 (2 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.

Star Wars Breakout EDU Challenge
2018-01-13 10:00 - 14:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kailua-Kona Public Library, 75-138 Hualalai Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
The Resistance needs your help. While on a secret mission, BB-8 was captured by the First Order. Fortunately, he was able to send a distress signal just a moment before he was taken away to a remote Coruscant junkyard. Can you break the sinister First Order codes that keep BB-8 locked up? Resistance prizes given to all who break out! Participation is limited to the first 12 teens who call or visit the library to sign up. There will be 3 groups of 4 teens. Resistance groups can start the challenge at 10am, 11am or 1pm. Sign up as a group of friends, family members, or classmates. Breakout sessions will be held in a closed, unlocked room (with the Young Adult Librarian) for team collaboration without disturbances to the Force.
Calm you will remain, and rescue BB-8 you must!
This program is supported by the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) 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.

Second Saturday at HiSAM
2018-01-13 11:00 - 15:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Hawaii State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St. Second Floor, Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
Free hands-on art activities for all ages! Every second Saturday of the month. Museum galleries will be open; admission is always free. Drop in at any time, allowing about 30 minutes to complete a project. All materials provided. (January 2018 activity with 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., $3 flat rate on weekends, cash only), metered parking at ‘Iolani Palace, or metered street parking. Several TheBus lines stop either in front of or close to the building.

Live the Life of Your Dreams Retreat with Patrick Harrington
2018-01-13 11:00 - 2018-01-20 14:00 (America/Chicago)
Take your dreams and bring them into reality!
Ever wanted to live more in alignment with your dreams? Living a life of your dreams is possible. I know because I am doing it! I want to share with you the experience and practices that have made my personal leap into bi-coastal living possible. During this post NYE workshop, you will be transformed by multiple and distinct influences including:
Nature
Community
Meditation
Nourishment
Cutting Edeg Content
This retreat is for:
People who are ready to take on the next level in their lives.
People who are ready for a safe, powerful environment to encourage the action towards a dream.
Those that know that sometimes being uncomfortable is exactly what is needed to go to the next level.
Those who create good news in the world.
Entrepreneurs.
Those that want to behave like entrepreneurs.
Leaders and those who want to lead.
RETREAT INCLDUES:
7 nights accommodations at the Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort
3 healthy buffet meals a day
Daily Yoga classes
Multiple daily meditations
Daily mini-workshops on creating your Dream 2018
Bodhi Tree Resort
Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort is located in the foothills of Nosara and is a short walk from the world class surfing beaches of Guiones. Utilizing its unique and tranquil setting in the Nicoya Blue Zone, Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort is the ideal spot to meet your desires of finding peace, relaxation, and rejuvenation with our yoga team. Experience a little taste of what life in paradise might be like.
Click HERE for more information.
Click HERE to REGISTER:
http://bellaretreats.com/bella-retreats/live-the-life-of-your-dreams-retreat/
REGISTRATION AND PAYMENTS
1st 5 People to Register get a One on One coaching Session with Patrick!
Sept. 13th, 2017 = SUPER EARLY BIRD = $300 OFF
Nov. 13th, 2017 = EARLY BIRD = $200 OFF!

Hip Hop and Literacy with Mr. Kneel
2018-01-13 13:00 - 14:00 (Pacific/Honolulu)
Join us for a free show in which “Mr. Kneel” (Neil McIntyre) shares his love for reading through beatbox and rhyme! Mr. Kneel is a professional speaker, Hip-Hop emcee, beatboxer, and goofball. He uses his talents as Mr. Kneel to encourage & uplift children of all ages. Neil creates inspired original Hip-Hop music that assist educators & parents in promoting children’s social, emotional, and cognitive development. This program is suitable for ages 5 and up. Children must be accompanied by a parent or an adult caregiver.
Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 15 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or other special accommodations.

Saturday Afternoon at the Movies
2018-01-13 14:00 - 16:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Hawaii State Library, 478 S King St, Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
Join us for a musical drama starring Emma Stone as an aspiring actress and Ryan Gosling as a jazz pianist, who meet and fall in love in Los Angeles while pursuing their dreams. This 2016 film won six Academy Awards for Best Director, Best Actress (Stone), Best Cinematography, Best Original Score, Best Original Song (“City of Stars”), and Best Production Design.
Info: https://www.librarieshawaii.org/event/saturday-afternoon-at-the-movies-la-la-land-pg13/

How to Get Your Health Back in 10 Days w/ Dr. Shintani
2018-01-13 14:00 - 16:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Toho No Hikari, 3510 Nuuanu Pali Dr, Honolulu, HI, 96817-5215, United States
Join Dr. Shintani’s seminar: How to Get Your Health Back in 10 Days:
• 7 steps to control cancer
• A New Paradigm of Health
• Gluten, Gut Flora and You
• How to control Pain, Arthritis, Asthma and Autoimmune Disease
• How to control diabetes with MORE carbs
• And More

The New Shanghai Circus
2018-01-13 16:30 - 2018-01-14 21:30 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Blaisdell Center, 777 Ward Ave, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Dates:
Saturday, January 13, 2018 at 4:30 pm / 7:30 pm
Sunday, January 14, 2018 at 4:30 pm / 7:30 pm
Venue:
Blaisdell Concert Hall
Sale Date:
Monday, December 18, 2017 at 9:00 am HST
Ticket Value:
$39.50 Orch AA – E
$29.50 Balc A – J
$27.50 Orch F – S
$22.50 Orch T – W, Balc K – Q
$15.00 Orch X – Z, Balc R – S
Discounts:
Youth Ages 3-12 years – 50% off on all ticket prices except the $15 ticket price
($19.75 $14.75 $13.75 $11.25)
Military / Seniors 65+: Good on $29.50, $27.50 & $22.50 ticket price ranges only.
($24.50 / $22.50 / $17.50)

Chili & Bingo
2018-01-13 18:00 - 20:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Vfw Post 3830, 15-775 Maluhia Rd, Pahoa, HI, 96778, United States
Come on down on Saturday, January 13th, at 6pm, talk story, play some bingo, enjoy some ONO GRINDZ and support your local Veterans all at the same time!!
Yummy, yummy!! Dinner includes chili, vegetarian chili, rice, cornbread, salad and a variety of desserts! You receive 2 complimentary bingo cards with dinner!
This is sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3830 and everyone is welcome, donation is $10/person! At the VFW Post in Nanawale/Pahoa – just follow the blue VFW signs once you turn into Nanawale!

Barefoot Blues w/ Robert Thomas
2018-01-13 18:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kukuau Studio, 43D Kukuau, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Guitarist, Robert Thomas hails from Galveston, Texas, where at an early age he fell in love with the blues. Moving to Santa Barbara, California, in 1979, he has been part of the Southern California music scene ever since. Along with steady local gigs, he has toured up and down the West Coast, Southwest and Europe. His high energy shows feature original compositions as well as groovin’ blues and a little bit of rock ‘n’ roll. A local favorite at Ka‘u area house concerts on the Big Island, he will make his east side debut on Saturday night, Jan. 13, 2018, at
Kukuau Studio. Accompanying him on stage this night will be local journeyman bass player Brian Crist and Wayne “Boom-Boom” Carter on drums. Be sure to bring your dancing shoes and don’t miss this Big blues party.
6-9pm, $10don.

Jake Shimabukuro Live
2018-01-13 19:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Hilo Palace Theater, 38 Haili St, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Doors will open at 6PM
The Palace Theater Presents JAKE SHIMABUKURO.
Don’t miss this special performance by Jake Shimabukuro, an inspiring, inventive, and transformative ukulele virtuoso!
Tickets: $30 General; $35 Side Reserved; $40 Center Reserved. All tickets will go up $5 on the Day of Show. Tickets may be purchased at the box office or over the phone with a credit card at 934-7010, M-F, 10AM-3PM.

Best of Broadway in Hawaii
2018-01-13 19:00 - 2018-01-14 18:30 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd, Waimea, HI, 96743, United States
Members of the Kahilu Youth Troupe will perform favorite selections from previous Youth Troupe concerts and musicals, including Sondheim and Friends, Broadway in Hawaii, Back to Broadway, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Godspell, Grease and 13 the Musical. The Kahilu Youth Troupe is comprised of teenagers and young adults who grew up on Hawaii Island, attended public, private, and homeschool programs. Directed by Beth Dunnington with Musical Direction from Val Underwood.
Tickets are $35/$25/$20 and available at http://www.kahilutheatre.org or at the Kahilu Theatre Box Office 67-1176 Lindsey Road, Kamuela HI, 96743 or over the phone (808) 885-6868
Sponsored by Carol & Clive Davies.

Diplo - Presented by Electric Palms Hawaii
2018-01-13 20:00 - 2018-01-14 02:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | The Republik, 1349 Kapiolani Blvd 3rd Fl, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Diplo – Presented by Electric Palms Hawaii

Girls Nite Out band
2018-01-13 20:30 - 23:30 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Wai’oli Lounge & iCafé, 71 Banyan Dr, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Featuring : Suzanne MacAdam (vocals)
Will Divine (drums and vocals)
Diana Webb (bass)
Wesley Matsuda (guitar and synths)

The Steppas
2018-01-13 21:00 - 2018-01-14 01:00 (Pacific/Honolulu)
The Steppas with special performances by Preston Lee & Media. Show starts at 9pm, 10 dollars at the door.

Narcissus Post-Pageant Reception with 2018 Queen & Court
2018-01-13 22:30 - 23:59 (Pacific/Honolulu)
NOTE: ONLY PRE-EVENT TICKET SALES AVAILABLE. NO SALES AT DOOR OR ON DAY OF PAGEANT.
Join us at this special Post-Pageant Reception! Meet the new 2018 Narcissus Queen & Court and enjoy a late night snack, too.
Tickets are $20. Email Info@ChineseChamber.com or call 533-3181 for info or reserve your spot(s).
FLYER: http://docdro.id/dNk0EAA

Perspective and Contrast Workshop With Ava Fedorov
2018-01-14 10:00 - 13:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Molokai Arts Center 501c3 nonprofit, Kualapuu, HI, United States
When: Jan. 14, 2018
Time: 10:00 am- 1:00 pm
Where: Molokai Arts Center
The basic principles of perspective are a cornerstone of representational art and must be understood if one is to make convincing drawings and paintings. Contrast describes the relationship between light and dark values and a skillful use of contrast can help you establish the illusion of distance and define the quality of light in your drawings and paintings.
About Ava:
“As an avid explorer of the world, I use art to shine a light on the issues that most concern me—namely, environmental devastation and extinction—both as a global phenomenon and as a hyper local one (regardless of location). My work often has a darker edge, but the subject is a very serious one and I do not shy away from exposing the solemnity of these matters. Though traditionally a 2D artist (drawing, painting, printmaking), I am currently creating 360 degree exhibition experiences, incorporating sculpture, photography, and interactive art, to achieve the deepest impact possible.
In addition to being an exhibiting artist, I am a professor of visual arts at Hawaii Pacific University and an ongoing artist in residence at the Honolulu Museum of Art. Through the Museum’s groundbreaking residency program, I work within underfunded elementary schools, designing art projects that incorporate core science curriculum. I also have the honor of being invited to be an artist in residence at the Moloka’i Arts Center and to join the Arctic Circle 2018 Expedition, an art and science residency aboard a 150 year-old wooden ship that sails around the North Pole during the summer solstice.
In terms of the “bigger picture,” I would like to use art to create a visual and meaningful connection between extremely different and unique environments, on a planet that really isn’t so big. Though Hawaii faces these issues with immediate urgency, all living things on Earth face threats in the form of plastic pollution, extinction, rising and acidifying oceans, and extreme weather systems.
My ultimate goal is to be able to bring this awareness and this unifying message across the globe. One of honesty, of hope, and of galvanizing inspiration.”

Dog Training Class and Canine Good Citizen prep
2018-01-14 13:00 - 2018-02-04 14:00 (Pacific/Honolulu)
5 weeks of classes. One hour each week.
Train your dog to walk nicely on leash, come when called, sit, down, relax and more. Focus on learning the exercises needed to pass the Canine Good Citizen test

Diplo - Presented by Electric Palms Hawaii
2018-01-14 18:00 - 22:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Maui Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
Diplo – Presented by Electric Palms
Thomas Wesley Pentz, better known as Diplo, is one of the most dynamic forces in music today. He is as much an international brand as he is a musician/DJ/producer. He’s proven himself to be a ubiquitous cultural figure, consistently bridging high and low, mainstream and underground, with remarkable tact and reverence.
In 2004, after throwing influential parties in South Philadelphia, Pentz cemented himself as a full-fledged artist through his debut album, “Florida” which received praise from the underground community. Diplo worked with M.I.A. on her mixtape, first and second albums, eventually creating the Grammy-nominated track “Paper Planes” in 2007, which hit No. 4 on the U.S. Hot 100 Chart and has sold more than 3 million copies.
In 2005, Diplo founded label/culture lab Mad Decent to serve as a platform for showcasing the myriad of fascinating sounds Pentz encounters while touring the world. Notable artists include Dillon Francis, DJ Snake, Baauer, and Riff Raff. Coming full circle from his days of Hollertronix, Diplo has utilized the label to produce the annual and infamous Mad Decent Block Parties — a series of outdoor dance parties/concerts that now span 19 cities across North America.
After multiple Grammy nominations, including Producer of the Year, and being crowned the #1 most streamed artist on Soundcloud for 2013, Beyoncé’s “Run the World” sampled Major Lazer’s “Pon De Floor” and sold over a million copies, cementing Diplo’s place in the pop world.
Fast forward to present day, Pentz has 235+ show dates under his belt in 2015 alone, and three 2016 Grammy Nominations including Producer of the Year, Best Dance Recording, and Best Dance/Electronic Album. Diplo remains the go-to producer for the who’s who of the pop music landscape.
“Lean On” the global smash hit from Major Lazer’s June 2015 release Peace Is the Mission has garnered a host of accolades including reaching #1 at Top 40 Radio, a first for any independent label, being named Spotify’s Global Song of the Summer as well as earning the crown title of most streamed track of all time, currently with 573 million plays, making it the most successful independent song of all time.

Flips & Flight
2018-01-15 03:30 - 2018-03-05 06:30 (America/Anchorage)
This is a fun and educational class designed by Mary and Kira to support the development of budding (and already experienced) acrobats and aerialists. Trampoline skills are also a focus of this class. Contact Mary to register or for more information at mchap2486@gmail.com

Intro to oils with Kate
2018-01-15 06:00 - 2018-01-22 22:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kahurangi Oils, N. Glenwood Rd, Mountain View, HI, 96771, United States
Join your hosts Kate and Cherie in learning the basics of Essential Oils.
You will learn what oils are, how to use them for a variety of ailments, why grading is important, and the best way to get them to match your health goals and needs and budget.

Beach Cleanup for Martin Luther King Jr Day of Service
2018-01-15 08:30 - 11:00 (Pacific/Honolulu)
Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation’s Plastic Free Hawaii Program will host two cleanups on Monday January 15 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service! Please join us at one of two cleanup locations:
1) Kahuku Beach (James Campbell National Wildlife Refuge; enter the gate at Mile Marker 14 and follow banners to the beach). Co-hosted with Sustainable Coastlines Hawaii
2) Kailua Beach Park (hosted by Kailua Beach Adventures)
Check-in at 8:30am, Cleanup from 9:00am-11:00am
Please bring a hat, reef-safe sunscreen & a reusable water bottle for refilling! Refreshments offered at both locations to volunteers.
This is a Great Sunscreen Trade-in Event. Any attendees can bring in their chemical sunscreens to trade-in for free samples of RAW ELEMENTS USA sunscreen. All chemical sunscreens will be collected for use at a display to help ban oxybenzone in Hawaiʻi.
A big thank you to Bee’s Wrap for supporting this event and offering a free wrap to volunteers who show up! Bee’s Wrap makes reusable beeswax-based food wraps that serve as an alternative to single-use plastics!
Questions about Kahuku Location: plasticfree@kokuahawaiifoundation.org
Questions about Kailua Location: anissa@kailuabeachadventures.com
