Discovering the Classics with Papa Lopaka
2018-04-11 15:00 - 16:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kihei Public Library, 35 Waimahaihai St, Kihei, HI, 96753, United States
Papa Lopaka (Robert DeVinck) is a writer, English literature scholar, and long-time reader of classic books. Come enjoy a dramatic reading of the Classics Illustrated comic book of Bret Harte’s Western Stories projected on a large screen. Following the reading, Papa will encourage children to read the original book. Small snacks are included (refreshments provided by the Kay A. Edwards Memorial Fund.)
All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

Ani-mazing Anime Showing
2018-04-11 15:15 - 16:30 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Mililani Public Library, 95-450 Makaimomo St, Mililani Town, HI, 96789, United States
Join us at Mililani Public Library from 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm for “Ani-mazing” Anime Showings! All anime shown are PG-13. Decide what the next showing should be from a list of series compiled by the Young Adult Librarian. Showings will have closed captions. Discussion after each episode is encouraged.

Soil Nutrition with Dr. Jana Bogs
2018-04-11 17:00 - 18:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kealakekua Public Library, 81-6300 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua, HI, 96750, United States
Delicious food starts with healthy, perfect soil.
Learn how to grow organic foods with double the nutrient content in your own garden with instructor Dr. Jana Bogs. Dr. Bogs holds a PhD in horticulture and food science. Her goal is to grow the best quality food possible, both in nutrition and taste. Dr. Bogs’ book will be available for purchase at the talk. A portion of the book proceeds will be donated to Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.).
All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

Birthing Your Inner Bliss Women's Retreat
2018-04-11 18:00 - 2018-04-21 21:00 (America/Chicago)
EMBARK on a 10-day sacred Soul Flow journey to alchemize your life, nurture your feminine soul essence, and birth your deepest inner bliss in one of the most exotic and sacred spots in the world. Immerse yourself in a unique program weaving:
YOGA ~ DANCE ~ FLOW ARTS ~ RITUAL ~ CULTURE ~ SEVA
We will dial into the most essential elements of the human healing experience with rich discussions bridging the scientific “how” with the human “why”. Together, we will harmonize our minds, bodies, and souls with neurological re-patterning and restoring practices while forming meaningful bonds with inspiring women that will last a lifetime.
ALCHEMY. This journey will also incorporate simple yet powerful transformational methodologies to illuminate clarity around any personal or professional challenges you may be experiencing in your life. You will be supported in diving deep into your heart and honoring your truths so that you can heal and be empowered to live life in a way that is aligned with your dreams. You will birth a new realm of grace and beauty that transforms you and the world around you.
CULTURE. This retreat will offer opportunities to experience temples, traditional ceremonies and dance, local artisans and cultural events all while basking in the beauty of Indonesia. We will also participate in a Day of Silence and meditation in honor of this culture’s most holy day of the year. This will give participants an opportunity to integrate the elements of the retreat and enjoy the special location.
SOUL FLOW SEVA. Community service day is included so we can practice the art of Seva. Seva is the sanskrit word for selfless service. Aligned with the theme of birthing your inner bliss, we will spend our seva day at a world-renowned birthing center established to serve the local women and families who can no longer afford health-care due to the growing economic disparity of the underserved local communities.
Blissfully & lovingly brought to you by Soul Flow Alchemy & Bella Retreats!!
FOR DETAILS & REGISTRATION:
http://soulflowalchemy.com/birthing-your-inner-bliss-retreat/
SPECIAL TIERED PRICING! Valid until October 10, 2018.
Tier 1: First 5 participants get a free private flow or coaching session with Dr. Jinju and $200 off
Tier 2: Next 5 participants get $200 off
Tier 3: Next 5 participants get $100 off

Falling In Reverse Presented by BAMP Project
2018-04-12 18:00 - 2018-04-13 00:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | The Republik, 1349 Kapiolani Blvd 3rd Fl, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States

Eat To Prevent Diabetes
2018-04-12 19:00 - 20:00 (Pacific/Honolulu)
Free monthly talk with naturopathic doctor Julie Brush! All are welcome

Mindful Life Program Foundations Course with Mindy Meiering
2018-04-13 13:15 - 15:45 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Yoga Centered Studio & Boutique, 37 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
The MLP Foundations Course combines the practice of meditation and the practical application of mindfulness in daily life. The goal is to help you to live your life with attention and intention, cultivating the skills that empower you to make healthy choices that are in alignment with your values and are meaningful to you.
The course is designed to be practical, universal and very accessible, allowing anyone, with or without a background in mindfulness to participate. Everyone can benefit from mindfulness, regardless of their cultural, economic or spiritual background.
The Mindfulness Foundations Course is much more than a mindfulness meditation course, it is an intensive mindfulness program that integrates four key areas of mindfulness:
* Attention – Developing attention skills through meditation training.
* Wisdom – Understanding one’s biases, labeling, projection and pre-judgment. Increasing emotional intelligence and learning to respond rather than react.
* Values – Living a meaningful life. Developing healthy habits and responses that are in alignment with one’s personal values.
* Open heart – Developing healthy relationships and connections. Cultivating skills of compassion, loving-kindness, empathic joy and equanimity.
In order to live a meaningful life with attention and intention, developing the freedom to live consciously, the curriculum focuses on training the mind and cultivating the ability to make healthy choices that are beneficial to the life you want to live.
This course consists of lecture, meditation, small group discussion, journaling, and short video presentations. Our teachers create a safe environment for participants to explore their own values and learn to apply practices to live in alignment with them.
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Enrollment includes:
20 hours of engaging in-person class
Foundations Course Companion Journal
Downloadable guided meditations
Daily practice guide
Course Fee: $250
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SCHEDULE:
This program will meet for six days, over the course of two long weekends.
Day 1 | Friday April 13 | 1:15pm-3:45pm
Day 2 | Saturday April 14* | 1:00pm-3:30pm & 6:00pm-9:00pm
*(note, there will be a 2.5 hour break in between sessions each Saturday)
Day 3 | Sunday April 15 | 12:00pm-3:00pm
Dat 4 | Friday April 20 | 1:15pm-3:45pm
Day 5 | Saturday April 21 | 1:00pm-3:30pm & 6:00pm-9:00pm
Day 6 | Sunday April 22 | 12:00pm-3:00pm
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ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
Mindy Meiering is a gifted healer and seasoned practitioner with over twenty years of experience. As a Professional Life Coach and Certified Mindfulness Teacher, she is devoted to helping others learn how to inhabit their lives with more wisdom, joy and ease through the coaching, mindfulness courses and retreats she offers. Mindy divides her time between the Big Island of Hawaii and Southwest Colorado. Along with her husband Patrick, she is also helping to build a residential retreat center in North Kohala called The Inhabit Sanctuary. For more information visit http://www.mindymeiering.com.

Recycle 'Mo Bettah'
2018-04-13 16:00 - 16:45 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kealakekua Public Library, 81-6300 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua, HI, 96750, United States
Recycle better and more with Recycle Hawai‘i’s outreach educator, Marsha Hee. Recycling and reusing is an easy and fun way to reduce our waste stream; it also helps to protect and conserve our natural resources.
Review what’s acceptable for recycling on our island, then play the sorting game! Receive a handy Zero-Waste Checklist, too!
All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

Go Beyond HI-5s
2018-04-13 16:00 - 18:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kealakekua Public Library, 81-6300 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua, HI, 96750, United States
Community Outreach Presentations – Recycle better and more with Recycle Hawai‘i’s outreach educator, Marsha Hee. Recycling and reusing is an easy and fun way to reduce our waste stream and helps to protect and conserve our natural resources. Review what’s acceptable for recycling on our island then play the sort game and receive a handy Zero Waste Checklist! Families welcome!

Vieux Farka Toure
2018-04-13 19:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd, Waimea, HI, 96743, United States
Often referred to as “The Hendrix of the Sahara”, Vieux Farka Toure is the son of legendary Malian guitar player Ali Farka Toure. This will be an unforgettable performance bridging cultural roots with the here and now. While remaining true to the roots of his father’s music Vieux uses elements of rock, blues, Latin music, and other African musical influences.
Vieux Farka Toure will perform on Friday, April 13 at 7:00 PM. Tickets are $68/$48/$25 and can be purchased online at http://www.kahilutheatre.org, over the telephone at (808) 885-6868 or in person at the Kahilu Theatre Box Office 67-1186 Lindsey Road, Kamuela Hi, 86743. Box Office hours are Mon-Fri 9a-1p.
This concert is sponsored by Four Paws Up Farm, and Mimi & Brian Kerley.

Adam Devine - Presented by Adam Devine
2018-04-13 19:00 - 22:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | The Republik, 1349 Kapiolani Blvd 3rd Fl, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Adam Devine presented by BAMP Project

Spring 2018 Hawaii International Film Festival
2018-04-13 19:00 - 2018-04-15 21:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Hilo Palace Theater, 38 Haili St, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Friday, April 13 – Sunday, April 15
Hawai’i International Film Festival Spring Showcase
The 21st Annual HIFF Spring Showcase presented by Halekulani is here! The Spring Showcase is HIFF’s annual ‘mini-festival’, showcasing some of the best Spring season films from across the globe. Like the main festival in November the Spring Showcase is a bridge between “East and West,” ranging from festival favorites from Sundance, Berlin, and Toronto, to Spring hits from across Japan, China, India, Korea and Southeast Asia.
The Palace Theater is proud to be a part of the Hawaii International Film Festival Spring Showcase with 4 full-length films to offer!
TICKETS: $8.50 General; $7.50 Seniors & Students. Purchase a HIFF PASS for $20 and see all four films. Tickets and Pass can be purchased at our box office or over the phone with a credit card at 934-7010, M-F, 10AM-3PM.
FRIDAY, APRIL 13
7PM
Corridor Four
81 Minutes / English / Documentary / United States
Directed by: Stephen Tringali
A nationally recognized K9 Unit Officer, Isaac Ho’opi’i is responsible for saving numerous people from the Pentagon during the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Countless articles were written about his heroism following 9/11. He was photographed by Richard Avedon for a spread in USA Today. He appeared on NBC’s Today show. And he ran the Olympic Torch on its way to Salt Lake City for the 2002 Winter Olympics.
CORRIDOR FOUR is a feature-length documentary that illustrates Isaac’s story in the aftermath of 9/11. After all the news cameras had turned off and all the lights had dimmed, Isaac was left only with the horrific images he had seen and the memory of those he was unable to save. His is a story not of a hero basking in the glory of his past deeds, but of a human being filled with regret that he couldn’t change something completely out of his control.
SATURDAY, APRIL 14
7PM
1987: When the Day Comes
129 Minutes / In Korean with English Subtitles / Drama / South Korea
Directed by: Joon-Hwan Jang
In 1987 Korea, under an oppressive military regime, a college student gets killed during a police interrogation involving torture. Government officials are quick to cover up the death and order the body to be cremated. A prosecutor who is supposed to sign the cremation release, raises questions about a 21-year-old kid dying of a heart attack, and he begins looking into the case for truth. Despite a systematic attempt to silence everyone involved in the case, the truth gets out, causing an eruption of public outrage.
SUNDAY, APRIL 15
2:30PM
Point of no Return
94 Minutes / English / Documentary / United States
Directed by: Kevin Glynn
Soaring at 26,000 feet without a drop of fuel, nothing is predictable. Not the weather, not the technology. And certainly not the fate of a man, alone for five days in a fragile, first-of-its-kind aircraft with nothing but ocean below. POINT OF NO RETURN takes you behind the headlines of the first solar-powered flight around the world – where two courageous pilots take turns battling nature, their own crew, and sometimes logic itself, to achieve the impossible. Not just to make history, but to inspire a revolution.
7PM
The Fortress
140 Minutes / In Korean with English Subtitles / Art House & International, Drama / South Korea
Directed by: Dong-hyuk Hwang
During the Qing Invasion of Korea, the king and the court take refuge in a mountain fortress, where they find themselves stranded in the cold and surrounded by the enemy. The king’s dilemma deepens as his people in the fortress start dying from cold and hunger.

The Seat of the Soul Yoga - Asiana Harper & Christine Miller
2018-04-14 06:00 - 2018-04-21 23:00 (America/Chicago)
THE SEAT OF THE SOUL YOGA RETREAT: AN ELEMENTAL PRACTICE OF PRESENCE
Awaken your senses through this experiential retreat, The Seat of the Soul: An elemental practice of presence. Over seven days, our journey will access the gateways of presence using yoga, breathwork, meditation and intrinsic movement. Allow the elements of this beautiful location in Chacala, Mexico, to stir the earth, water, fire, air and ether both within our bodies and all around us. This retreat is a fine blend of spiritual and somatic discovery that can reveal a place which is often called the seat of the soul, that point where our inner and outer experience meet.
Each day will begin with the ritual of movement and stillness, to anchor us in the tone of presence. Other activities such as hiking, swimming, dancing and fire ceremony will delve us deeper into synchronization with the biorhythms of nature. What might we find in the stirring of our watery hearts? Is our path determined by the flame of desire or the tread of connection from sole to earth? Together, we’ll explore these questions and so many more.
The Seat of the Soul is available to all levels of practitioners. This retreat will meet you exactly where you are as a supportive foundation to break through limiting beliefs, to intimately experience the mind-body connection and to provide tools to harness the most powerful portal in all experience: the power of the present moment.
INCLUDED
• 7 nights accommodations
• 3 meals a day
• Transportation to/from PVR airport in group shuttle
• Daily yoga and movement meditation
• Elemental Playshops
• Fire circle
• All Taxes

Kahalu‘u Bay Beach Cleanup and Sunscreen Swap
2018-04-14 08:00 - 10:00 (Pacific/Honolulu)
Kick off Earth Week and National Volunteer Week by helping us keep Kahalu‘u Bay clean! Bring the ‘ohana and join us for a quick beach clean-up to keep litter from entering the bay and harming marine life.
If you have sunscreen containing oxybenzone (or any other active ingredients that are hard to pronounce), bring it and swap it out for a reef-friendly sunscreen sample or a discount on any full-size sunscreen product we carry!

Aloha 'Āina Recycling Drive - Kapolei Elementary School
2018-04-14 09:00 - 12:00 (Pacific/Honolulu)
The Aloha ‘Āina Recycling Drive will be at Kapolei Elementary School from 9:00am – 12:00pm on Saturday, April 14, 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:
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.

The 25th Annual Haiku Ho’olaule’a and Flower Fest.
2018-04-14 09:00 - 16:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Haiku Elementary School, 105 Pauwela Rd, Haiku, HI, 96708, United States
Food, Entertainment, Silent Auction, Crafters, Bake Sale, Keiki Zone, Book Sale, Plant Sales and more.

Slow Art Day at the Hawaii State Art Museum
2018-04-14 10:00 - 10:45 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Hawaii State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St. Second Floor, Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
“I don’t know how to look at art” – if you’ve ever said that, this is the tour for you! Explore different ways to experience artwork with artist and museum guide Emily McIlroy, spending time with just a few artworks in the Hawaii State Art Museum. Emily is a museum guide for the Art Bento art education program (serving public and charter schools grades 2 – 6). All ages and experience levels are welcome! Free. No reservations needed.

Kapahu Living Farm Community Work Day
2018-04-14 10:00 - 14:00 (Pacific/Honolulu)
Come join us in the mud!
Help us prepare for the East Maui Taro Festival on April 21.
Work together in the traditional wetland lo’i kalo (taro patches) of Kapahu Living Farm, burying weeds, planting huli, clearing ‘auwai, and other tasks.
Bring:
– clothes you can get muddy and a clean dry set to change into after
– sun and rain protection
– water/drinks
– snacks/food to contribute to a potluck lunch
– hand tools, weedeaters
– work boots, gloves, eye protection, etc. if you want to do heavier work (brush cleaning, weed eating, etc.)
Questions, directions: contact Scott at 808-281-2021, ohana@kipahulu.org

The Seat of the Soul Yoga Retreat to Mexico
2018-04-14 10:00 - 2018-04-21 13:00 (America/Chicago)
THE SEAT OF THE SOUL YOGA RETREAT:
AN ELEMENTAL PRACTICE OF PRESENCE
With Asiana Harper And Christine Miller
Saturday, April 14 – Saturday, April 21, 2017
MAR DE JADE, MEXICO
Awaken your senses through this experiential retreat, The Seat of the Soul: An elemental practice of presence. Over seven days, our journey will access the gateways of presence using yoga, breathwork, meditation and intrinsic movement. Allow the elements of this beautiful location in Chacala, Mexico, to stir the earth, water, fire, air and ether both within our bodies and all around us. This retreat is a fine blend of spiritual and somatic discovery that can reveal a place which is often called the seat of the soul, that point where our inner and outer experience meet.
Each day will begin with the ritual of movement and stillness, to anchor us in the tone of presence. Other activities such as hiking, swimming, dancing and fire ceremony will delve us deeper into synchronization with the biorhythms of nature. What might we find in the stirring of our watery hearts? Is our path determined by the flame of desire or the tread of connection from sole to earth? Together, we’ll explore these questions and so many more.
The Seat of the Soul is available to all levels of practitioners. This retreat will meet you exactly where you are as a supportive foundation to break through limiting beliefs, to intimately experience the mind-body connection and to provide tools to harness the most powerful portal in all experience: the power of the present moment.
Early Bird = Sign up by November 15th to get $250 off
REGISTER HERE:
http://bellaretreats.com/bella-retreats/seat-soul-yoga-retreat/

Go Beyond HI-5s
2018-04-14 11:00 - 13:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kailua-Kona Public Library, 75-138 Hualalai Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States

Honolulu: How to Make Your Own Plant-based Meats Cooking Class
2018-04-14 11:00 - 13:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Down to Earth Hawaii, 2525 S. King Street, Honolulu, HI, 96826, United States
Learn how to use plant-based ingredients such as grains, legumes, vegetables and fruit, to create nutritious and tasty meat analogs such as sausages, casseroles, and more!
• Learn how to transform fruits and vegetables into tender pulled BBQ
• Create quick, hearty, inexpensive dishes with soy products
• Learn how to use gluten to make custom-designed vegan sausages
$25/student, registration required.
Register now: http://d2e.co/plantbasedmeats
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.

Second Saturday at HiSAM
2018-04-14 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. (April 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.

Adult Jewelry Class with Alex Middleton
2018-04-14 12:00 - 14:00 (Pacific/Honolulu)
Learn to make your own jewelry with Alex Middleton. Tools and supplies will be provided, and sign-up is required at the Reference Desk.
Limited seating of 10 participants. Recommended for ages 16 and up.
All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

Go Beyond HI-5 With Recycle Hawai'i
2018-04-14 13:00 - 13:45 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kailua-Kona Public Library, 75-138 Hualalai Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States

Iyengar Yoga Introduction
2018-04-14 13:00 - 14:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Salt Lake-Moanalua Public Library, 3225 Salt Lake Blvd, Honolulu, HI, 96818, United States
Experience meditation in action, the state of being focused and absorbed in the moment.
There will be a limit of 10 Adults for the class. Registration is required.
All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

Saturday Afternoon at the Movies
2018-04-14 14:00 - 16:15 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Hawaii State Library, 478 S King St, Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
Join us in the Hawaii State Library First Floor Reading Room for a Saturday afternoon at the movies.
Oakland A’s general manager Billy Beane’s successful attempt to assemble a baseball team on a lean budget by employing computer-generated analysis to acquire new players. Starring Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill, and Phillip Seymour Hoffman. The 2-hour & 13-minute film is rated PG-13.
Info: https://www.librarieshawaii.org/event/saturday-afternoon-at-the-movies-hsl-april/
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.

Eat The Street Wahiawa
2018-04-14 16:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Honolulu)
Join us for our 2nd annual Eat The Street in WAHIAWA! Looking forward to coming back to Ka’ala Elementary. Find food, retail, entertainment and fun for the whole Ohana on April 14th!
If you are interested in becoming a retail/food/craft/entertainer at our events please register at https://streetgrindz.com/become-a-vendor/
Entertainment Lineup:
TBD
Retail:
TBD
Food:
TBD

Lau Lama Cultural Illumination Series
2018-04-14 16:30 - 18:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kalani, 12-6860 Kapoho Kalapana Rd, Pahoa, HI, 96778, United States
In this, the 125th year of US occupation in Hawaiʻi, Kalanihonua aims to support the growing awareness of Hawaiʻi’s true history and feature profound indigenous teachings from the landscape of lower Puna. Come join us as we learn from Kanaka Maoli and local scholars, educators, artists, activists and practitioners of Hawaiʻi culture.
The Lau Lama Cultural Illumination series is presented every Saturday. This event is FREE and open to the public.
Our upcoming event features “Puna Mythology and Place Names” with Ryan McCormack. Puna’s volcanic and verdant landscape is home to some of Hawaiʻi’s greatest and renowned tales. Together we will journey through some of Puna’s celebrated myths and explore how to listen to them for the wisdom they might provide our lives today.

Art of Song w/ The Severly Brothers
2018-04-14 18:00 - 21:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Kukuau Studio, 43D Kukuau, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
THE SEVERLY BROTHERS
MARTY AXELROD & SEVERIN BROWNE
All ages, 6-9pm, $10
https://youtu.be/6p9nxwQB9Vg
Marty and Severin are members of the Los Angeles-based, six-man songwriter collective Tall Men Group. They are known to be among the finest singer-songwriters on the LA scene. When
Severin and Marty sing together as a duo, playing guitar and keyboards, they’re known as The Severly Brothers.
Severin Browne is a sought-after guest in many singer-songwriter festivals and shows, and is regarded as one of the most delightful performers in the Los Angeles area. His brilliant lyrics invite listeners into the songs while his solid melodies carry the story from one note to the next.
Berry Gordy offered Severin a staff songwriting deal just as Motown was moving to Hollywood. Six months later, Severin signed with Motown Records as an artist and made two LPs. Severin’s Moo Records title "From the Edge of the World” included songs used in the indie film "Plan B"
starring Jon Cryer, and in the Japanese classic “My Friend Totoro”. Severin’s next CDs, “This Twisted Road” and “Lucky Man”, were produced by Ed Tree. Severin teaches guitar and
songwriting at his home in Los Angeles and performs with The Tall Men Group. For more information see http://www.severinbrowne.com.
Marty Axelrod is the keyboardist member Tall Men Group, for whom he has written such fan favorites as “I Made Fire”, “9 Cats” and “The South”. Marty’s songs have been recorded by the likes of Judy Collins, folk legend Theodore Bikel, blues powerhouse Linda Hopkins, the country band Emerson Drive, and indie powerhouse Kelly Fitzgerald.
Marty’s songs have adorned the soundtracks of HBO’s “True Blood”, “Friday Night Lights”, and a truly terrible Patrick Swayze movie…but Mr. Swayze did dance to his song! Marty is proud to
have produced and co-written, with Nicole Gordon, the critically-acclaimed concept album “Songs of Shiloh”. He also wrote the songs for “Emperor Norton the Musical”, which had four
successful runs in San Francisco and Los Angeles. As a keyboardist, Marty has recently lent his stylings to records by Leslie Beauvais, Jaynee Thorne, Laura Zucker and Britta Lee Shain, and to live performances by Allan Rich, Theater
Sports, Aireene Espiritu, Brian Woodbury and many more. As a man, his proudest
accomplishments are a 35-year marriage and two amazing kids. Please search YouTube Marty
Axelrod to hear/see his work.

Hawaii 45 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training
2018-04-14 19:00 - 2018-04-19 22:00 (America/Denver)
Yin Yoga Teacher Training
We invite you to join us for your 6 Day, 45 Hour Intensive Immersion ~ Yin Yoga Teacher Training at the amazing Kalani Oceanside Retreat
Accredited with Yoga Alliance, the Yin Yoga Teacher Training program certifies graduates as Yin Yoga Teachers.
Yin Yoga Teacher Training | Program Guide
The following is your guide to the 45 Hour, Yin Yoga Teacher Training Program. You will find detailed information to help you make an informed decision.
Curriculum
Like all Registered Yoga Schools, our Yin Yoga Teacher Training program is required to offer a curriculum based on the guidelines issued by Yoga Alliance. Within these programs is where prospective students will find the differences in how the curriculum is delivered.
Our program also offers variety in many areas to ensure authentic yoga programming (not what is trendy).
– Teaching Methodology, Sequencing & Training
– Yin Asana (The Postures) ~ 24 Postures
– Anatomy & Physiology (in relation to Yin Yoga)
– Meditation
– Pranayama (Breath Techniques)
– YINSENTIAL Workshop: The Fusion of Yin Yoga & Essential Oils
– Lifestyle & Ethics of Yoga Teachers
– Use of Props & Making Adjustments
– Prinicples of Yin Yoga ~ The 5 W’s
– History of Yin Yoga
– Practicum Teaching
– Discusion Sessions
– Group Practicum Teaching, Final Written Examination (Students create a Yin Class based on criteria provided)
– Post Program Requirements (attending & evaluating 1 public Yin Class)
Course Materials
We utilize the following course materials. These are included in your program fees, with the exception of the 2 TEXTBOOKS, which you will need to purchase in advance. Always remember that textbooks are reference tools – doing is the absolute best way to learn, and we will spend numerous hours nurturing students in a practicum setting.
110 Page, Full Colour, Program & Asana Manual
Yin Yoga: Principles & Practices (10th Anniversary Edition), Paul Grilley (please purchase and bring to your training)
Insight Yoga, Sarah Powers (please purchase and bring to your training)
