Hawaii Eco Living

The Makaha Sons Annual Valentine's Day Concert
2018-02-17 19:00 - 21:30 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Hilo Palace Theater, 38 Haili St, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
The Palace Theater Presents The Makaha Sons with their Annual Valentine's Day Concert.
For 40 years, The Makaha Sons have committed themselves to perpetuating traditional Hawaiian Music throughout Hawai'i and around the globe. Don't miss our annual concert with the Makaha Sons, live on stage!
Tickets are on sale now! General: $25, Side Reserved: $30, Center Reserved: $40. Tickets are $5 more on the day of the show and may be purchased over the phone at 934-7010, M-F, 10am-3pm.

Kalanihonua Open Mic Night
2018-02-17 19:45 - 22:00 | Kalani, 12-6860 Kapoho Kalapana Rd, Pahoa, HI, 96778, United States
Kalani is excited to host our monthly Open Mic, a great place to share live music, readings, and performances. Hear new and old musical favorites, listen to stories and poetic verse, and be entertained by the extraordinary talent in our community.
We ask performers to sign up at the entrance and perform one song/piece only at less than 5 minutes. We request live performances only.
Kalani’s Open Mic will now take place on the third Saturday of every month!
Donations are gratefully accepted.
Hosted by Amanda Kinchen!

Community Breakfast - Pancakes & Sausage Links
2018-02-18 09:00 - 11:00 | Vfw Post 3830, 15-775 Maluhia Rd, Pahoa, HI, 96778, United States
Yummy, Yummy in your Tummy!! Come on down, February 18th at 9am, talk story, enjoy ono grindz AND support your local Veterans all at the same time! Includes pancakes, sausage links, scrambled eggs, hash browns, fruit cocktail, coffee and tea!
Eat In or Take out… Please share with your friends and family!
This is sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3830 and everyone is welcome!! At the VFW Post in Nanawale/Pahoa – just follow the blue VFW signs once you turn into Nanawale!
Donation for breakfast is $8/adult, $5/child (7-12) and free for keiki’s 6 and under!!

Yoga and Brunch at SALT Kaka'ako
2018-02-18 09:00 - 12:00
Join us for an hour long Sunday morning yoga class at SALT Kaka'ako taught by Coco Zhang and live accompanying music by Rev. Dr. Miko Ries. Following class will be brunch, provided by Starbucks which is included in the price of you ticket! Local vendors The Happy Soul, Ny'ala Skin Care, Tehani Aloha Jewlery and us (Down to Earth) will be on hand so you can shop around after enjoying your brunch.
We will be providing samples, recipes, and coupons 🙂

Ecstatic Dance with DJ Ryan Herr
2018-02-18 10:30 - 12:30 | Kalani, 12-6860 Kapoho Kalapana Rd, Pahoa, HI, 96778, United States
Kalani Ecstatic Dance is a conscious, non-verbal celebration of life and movement in our open-air, oceanfront space.
Join us each week for a community dance experience, Sunday morning “spirit time,” and focused, compassionate presenters. This week's musical experience will be facilitated by Ryan Herr Music.
Kalani Ecstatic Dance is for adults age 18 and older. If you’d like to join us for lunch at Kalani, meal tickets are available for purchase at Guest Services and Hale Aloha.
Arrival set: 10:30 to 11:00 AM
Opening Circle: 11:00 AM
Closing Circle:12:30 PM
Admission: $10 Kama’āina, $15 Guests – gratefully accepted at the door.
Location: Kalani. 12-6860 Kalapana Kapoho Road, Pahoa, HI 96778
Guidelines:
– Move however you wish.
– Refrain from verbal communication in the space.
– Refrain from drug and alcohol use in the space.
– Refrain from photos, video, and shoes and scents.
– Observe respect for self and one another’s space.
– Use sensitivity when engaging with one another
Note: For safety and liability reasons, we are not able to accommodate children at Ecstatic Dance. If you do bring a child, that child must be accompanied by an adult at all times outside the dance space.
We’re now in the middle of busy season and attendance numbers for Ecstatic Dance are maxing out! As a result we’re running out of space in the EMAX parking lot to accommodate the number of people joining us to experience Ecstatic Dance each Sunday. Parking along Kalapana-Kapoho Road is not permitted if you’re attending an event on Kalani property so please park in the designated areas and follow the instructions of our parking attendants. Our goal is to welcome as many dancers as possible, so carpooling is encouraged!
Mahalo for your kokua!

Lang Lang
2018-02-18 16:00 - 19:00 | Blaisdell Center, 777 Ward Ave, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Join the Hawai’i Symphony Orchestra as we celebrate Chinese New Year with Lang Lang! This concert includes Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition – ear candy for for both seasoned and new concertgoers. Lang Lang will bring his legendary talent and energy to the stage following intermission.
JoAnn Falletta, conductor
Lang Lang, piano
Mussorgsky (arr. Ravel) — Pictures at an Exhibition
Beethoven — Piano Concerto No. 3 in C minor, op.37
For more information, please visit their website http://hawaiisymphonyorchestra.org/
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Date:
Sunday, February, 18, 2018 at 4:00 pm
Venue:
Concert Hall
Sale Date:
Saturday, September 30, 2017 at 9:00 am HST
Ticket Value:
$120 Orch A-L (center), Balc A-J
$94 Orch CC-EE / A-L (sides)
$94 Orch M-R, Balc K-M
$64 Orch S-V, Balc N-P
$44 Orch W-Z, Balc Q-S

Great Aloha Run (GAR)
2018-02-19 05:00 - 17:00 | Island of Oahu, Heart of Hawaii, 2270 Kalakaua Ave Suite 801, Honolulu, HI, 96815, United States
The 8.15-mile run starts at Aloha Tower in Honolulu and ends at Aloha Stadium in Halawa. GAR has an inclusive philosophy with divisions for elites, age groups, wheelchair and hand-cycle competitors, Sounds of Freedom (military running in formation), and those who just want to walk with friends. GAR has been recognized nationally as one of the top “100 Great Road Races” by Runner’s World Magazine. There’s also a three day sports, health, and fitness expo over the race weekend.

Raku Workshop
2018-02-19 13:00 - 2018-02-24 18:00 | Molokai Arts Center 501c3 nonprofit, Kualapuu, HI, United States
Raku Workshop
1st Session at
Molokai Arts Center Studio
Monday February 19, 2018
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Handbuilding a tea bowl
2nd Session at
Markham Farm in Kaluaaha
Saturday February 24, 2018
1:00 pm until pau
Raku Firing and potluck
Suitable for beginners, no prior experience in clay necessary
Cost $10.00
Contact Kim Markham, 808-349-6270 for more info
Directions to Markham Farm on Wata Tank Road
Going east on Kamehameha V Highway, shortly after the 13.5 mile marker turn left on “Wata Tank Rd” and go straight up past the pumping station. Do not take the right fork or the left bend, just go as straight as can until you see a long curving concrete driveway.

Matthew Human & Pat Simmons Jr. Band
2018-02-19 16:00
A benefit concert for the Kipahulu Ohana.

Hawaii Youth Symphony
2018-02-19 16:00 - 19:00 | Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd, Waimea, HI, 96743, United States
Hawaii Youth Symphony's premier Youth Orchestra will return to Kahilu Theatre on President's Day 2018. Lead by Maestro Joseph Stepec, the 106 students from Oahu and Maui that comprise the Hawaii Youth Symphony will show off their talents at the Kahilu Theatre, February 19th at 4:00 PM.
Tickets are $10 and can be purchased online at http://www.kahilutheatre.org, over the phone at (808) 885-6868 or in person at 67-1186 Lindsey Road, Kamuela Hi, 96743.

UH Transfer Day at Hawaii CC
2018-02-20 09:00 - 14:00
Representatives from many academic programs and student services departments from UH Hilo, UH Mānoa and UH West O‘ahu will be on hand to talk with students about options for earning a bachelor’s degree after attending Hawai‘i CC. In addition there will be information sessions on financial aid and distance learning for transfer students. FREE Tacos for the first 300 event “passport” completers (served 11-1:30) and sport pack giveaways (for the first 150 completers)!!

Writers' Group
2018-02-20 10:00 - 12:00 | North Kohala Public Library, 54-3645 Akoni Pule Hwy, Kapaau, HI, 96755, United States
Join the North Kohala Public Library’s writer’s group from 10 a.m. until noon on the third Tuesday of each month to exercise and enhance your writing skills. For beginning writers or published authors–the timid, the brave–serious or amateur–prolific or blocked. The group is facilitated by published author, Eila Algood, who asks that you bring pen, paper, and any writing samples you may want to share.
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.

Kahului Cooking Class: Heart Healthy Meals
2018-02-20 17:00 - 18:00 | Down to Earth Hawaii, 305 Dairy Rd, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
No Reservations Required
Join us for FREE Vegetarian Cooking Classes. A huge range of recipes will satisfy even the pickiest of eaters! We'll be sharing outstanding recipes that are easy on effort and big on taste!
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month 5pm – 6pm
We'll be teaching the following recipes:
-Garlic Lentils w/ Walnut Cream Sauce
-Cilantro Lime Beet Chips
-Raspberry Nice Cream w/ Pistachio Crumble
For more information, please call (808) 947-3249 or visit our Cooking Class page.

Movie Night (PG)
2018-02-20 17:30 - 19:00 | Kahuku Public & School Library, 56-490 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI, 96731, United States
Ella is under a spell to be constantly obedient, a fact she must hide from her new step-family in order to protect the prince of the land, her friend for whom she's falling.

Makahiki Wednesday!
2018-02-21 06:00 - 16:00 | 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).

Discovering the Classics with Papa Lopaka
2018-02-21 15:00 - 16:00 | 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 Charles Dickens’ A Tale of Two Cities, 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.) 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.

Mo Min Kuen Monkey Kung Fu
2018-02-21 15:30 - 16:30
In celebration of the Chinese New Year, join us on the lānai for a special Kung Fu performance by the members of Mo Min Kuen Monkey Kung Fu.This program is free and suitable for all ages. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.
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.

Moons, Moons, Everywhere
2018-02-21 17:00 - 18:30
Our solar system is extensively studied with telescopes on Maunakea and other sites around the world, to probes sent into space. One surprising result has been the discovery of over 170 moons, and the numbers continue to climb. But the moons of our neighbors are very different from our moon, as well as from each other. Find out about the latest discoveries in this discussion presented by the Astronomer Bo Reipurth (University of Hawaii, Institute for Astronomy).
Please join us at Hilo Public Library on February 21 to find out more!
Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 15 days in advance
to request a sign language interpreter or special accommodations.

Realizing the Dream of Home Ownership
2018-02-21 17:30 - 18:30 | Kealakekua Public Library, 81-6300 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua, HI, 96750, United States
Do you want to purchase a home but don’t know how? Overwhelmed with the prospect and have no idea how to navigate your way through home-buying? Attend a free one-hour seminar which will help lead you to home ownership. Presenter Michael McCray, Hawaii HomeOwnership Center (HHCO) Counselor and Coach will lead you to home ownership:
-One-on-one coaching
-Learning the ABCs of buying a home
-Overcoming barriers to Home ownership
-Dispelling home buying myths
-Getting connected to first-time home buyer assistance programs
Reservations not required to attend seminar.
Program schedule is 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.
