Hawaii Eco Living

Winter Break Kapahu Farm Fun Days
2017-12-26 09:00 - 2018-01-02 13:00 (Pacific/Honolulu)
Join Uncle John & Auntie Tweetie for a fun day in the taro patch!
Grades 1-6 (Max 30)
Return registration form to school office by Dec. 4
Attention parents: Please drop students off at the school cafeteria by 7:45 a.m.
Bus will depart at 8:00 a.m. Keiki will be dropped off at home around 1:00 p.m.
Please wear a swim suit or play clothes that can get muddy.
Also bring: water, snacks/lunch, towel, dry change of clothes, hat and sunscreen.
Questions? Contact Scott at 808-281-2021 or ohana@kipahulu.org

Art Lunch: Meet the Artist
2017-12-26 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! December 2017 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.

Maui Huliau Flatbread Benefit
2017-12-26 17:00 - 22:00 | Flatbread Company, Maui, 89 Hana Hwy, Paia, HI, 96779, United States
Join us the day after Christmas for our Flatbread benefit night in Pāʻia! A portion of all flatbread pizza sales will be donated in support of our programs. Come learn more about our two newest programs and contribute to our matching year-end donation challenge! Mahalo and happy holidays!

Holiday Movie
2017-12-26 17:30 - 19:30 | Kahuku Public & School Library, 56-490 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI, 96731, United States
During the World War II bombings of London, four siblings are sent to a country house where they will be safe. One day Lucy finds a wardrobe that transports her to a magical world called Narnia. After coming back, she soon returns to Narnia with her brothers, Peter and Edmund and her sister, Susan. There they join the magical lion, Aslan, in the fight against the evil White Witch, Jadis. Based on the English Classic Book.
Rated PG.
Program schedule 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.

Makahiki Wednesday!
2017-12-27 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).

Winter Break Kipahulu Makai Days
2017-12-27 09:00 - 2018-01-03 13:00
Explore the Kipahulu shoreline!
Grades 1-6 (max 30)
Return registration form to school office by Dec. 4.
Attention parents: please drop off students at the school cafeteria by 7:45 am. Bus will depart at 8:00. Keiki will be dropped off at home around 1:00.
Please wear a swimsuit. Bring water, snacks/lunch, towel, hat and sunscreen.
Questions? Contact Scott at 808-281-2021 or ohana@kipahulu.org.

Chess Wednesdays
2017-12-27 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.

Family Movie Night
2017-12-27 17:30 - 19:00 | Makawao Public Library, 1159 Makawao Ave, Makawao, HI, 96768-9464, United States
Join us for our FREE movie showing and FREE popcorn!
The mischievous Minions hope that Gru will return to a life of crime after the new boss of the Anti-Villain League fires him. Instead, Gru decides to remain retired and travel to Freedonia to meet his long-lost twin brother for the first time. The reunited siblings soon find themselves in an uneasy alliance to take down the elusive Balthazar Bratt, a former 1980s child star who seeks revenge against the world. Rated PG https://www.librarieshawaii.org/event/family-movie-night-despicable-me-3/
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.

Pink presents - Nutcracker
2017-12-27 19:00 - 22:00
Our monthly show at the Tavern! Come join us for some holiday cheer! Music at 7 show starts at 8! $10 21+.

BAMP Project Presents Jhene´ Aiko Trip The Tour
2017-12-27 21:00 - 2017-12-28 00:00 | The Republik, 1349 Kapiolani Blvd 3rd Fl, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
BAMP Project Presents Jhene Aiko Trip The Tour

Weekly Story Time
2017-12-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Thelma Parker Memorial Public & School Library, 67-1209 Mamalahoa Hwy, Puopelu, HI, 96743-8429, United States
The Thelma Parker Memorial Public & School Library would like to invite you to join us for story time fun. We host story time every Thursday for keiki 2-5 and their caregivers. Each story time includes stories, songs, and crafts.
Story time has many benefits, such as helping brain development by increasing knowledge, vocabulary, imagination, and concentration. Please call for more information.
Program schedule is subject to change. For more information or to arrange special accommodations, please call the library as soon as possible: 887-6067.

Nā 'Imi 'Ike
2017-12-28 15:30 - 16:30 | North Kohala Public Library, 54-3645 Akoni Pule Hwy, Kapaau, HI, 96755, United States
Nā ‘Imi ‘Ike is an ‘Ōlelo Hawai'i study group open to all ages and skill levels. Our goal is to create of group of motivated learners in North Kohala who will support each other towards fluency in the Hawaiian Language.
Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 15 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter of is special accommodations are needed.

Make Your Own Transverse Flute
2017-12-28 16:30 - 19:30 | Molokai Arts Center 501c3 nonprofit, Kualapuu, HI, United States
Want to learn how to make your own transverse flute?
When: Thursday, Dec. 28th, 2017
Time: 4:30 pm- 7:30 pm
Where: Molokai Arts Center
Fee: $24 for current MAC members, $30 for non members
Learn to build a transverse flute out of PVC
The flute is one of the world’s oldest musical instruments, made by humans as early as the Stone Age out of bamboo, reeds, ceramic and hollow bones. There are many different styles of flute made and mastered by cultures all over the world, from clay ocarinas in South and Central America, to bamboo shakuhachi in Japan, to the metal transverse flutes most of us are familiar with in the Western symphony. Early Hawaiians had a version, still used today, called ‘ohe hano ihu, which is blown with the nose. To make and play the flute is to connect with our earliest roots.
The Molokai Arts Center (MAC) will be hosting a class on making a playable transverse flute out of PVC pipe on Thursday, December 28th from 4:30 to 7:30 pm. The workshop is open to teens and adults, and participants will get to take home a completed flute they have made. It will be taught by Molokai born and raised hobbyist flute maker Ted Kanemitsu, who has posted a video of playing one of his homemade flutes online, viewable at https://youtu.be/bYvg5yQZ5nA. (The flute shown is a different kind than what will be made in the workshop.) The type of flute made at this workshop will be a transverse style (held horizontally), with six open finger holes and blown with the mouth. This configuration can play 2 octaves or more and in several keys. Flutes made of PVC pipe produce a surprisingly beautiful tone, and have the benefit of being inexpensive to make.
The workshop is $24 for MAC Members/$30 for nonmembers. You can reserve your space in the class by going to http://www.molokaiartscenter.com and paying for it using the tab which says “Flute Making Workshop” on the homepage. Space is very limited, so don’t delay. If you have questions, email molokaiartscenter@gmail.com.
Note: the workshop also includes making the flute stand to go with your flute!

Ode to Joy
2017-12-28 19:30 - 2017-12-29 22:30 | Blaisdell Center, 777 Ward Ave, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Ode to Joy
JoAnn Falletta, conductor
Oahu Choral Society
Vaughan Williams – Fantasia on a theme of Thomas Tallis
Beethoven– Symphony No. 9 Choral
HSO’s Artistic Advisor, JoAnn Falletta, conducts this annual celebration of joy and unity during the holiday season. We invite you to make this concert part of your holiday traditions celebrating family, friends, and life. Experience the exuberance, triumph, and sheer pleasure that is unleashed by choir and orchestra performing Beethoven’s masterpiece.
For more information, please visit their website http://hawaiisymphonyorchestra.org/
Date:
Thursday, December 28, 2017 at 7:30 pm
Friday, December 29, 2017 at 7:30 pm
Venue:
Blaisdell Concert Hall
Sale Date:
Friday, November 3, 2017 at 10:00 am HST
Ticket Value:
$92 Orch A-L (center), Balc A-J
$72 Orch CC-EE / A-L (sides)
$72 Orch M-R, Balc K-M
$49 Orch S-V, Balc N-P
$34 Orch W-Z, Balc Q-S
Discounts:
$15 Student Rush Tickets
$20 Active-duty Military Tickets
*Available Monday, November 6, 2017 with a valid ID (must purchase in person)

Weekly Story Time
2017-12-29 10:00 - 11:00 | North Kohala Public Library, 54-3645 Akoni Pule Hwy, Kapaau, HI, 96755, United States
The North Kohala Library would like to invite you to join us for story time fun. We host story time every Friday for keiki 2-5 and their caregivers. Each story time includes stories, songs, and crafts.
Story time has many benefits, such as helping brain development by increasing knowledge, vocabulary, imagination, and concentration. Please call for more information.
Program schedule is subject to change. For more information or to arrange special accommodations, please call the library as soon as possible: 889-6655.

BAMP Project Presents Russ
2017-12-29 19:00 - 22:00 | Neal S. Blaisdell Center, 777 Ward Avenue, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
BAMP Project Presents Russ
Details on the Show:
Blaisdell Arena, 777 Ward Ave, Honolulu, HI 96814
Friday, December 29th, 2017
7:00 PM (All Ages)
8:00 PM (All Ages)
$49.50 – GA Floor $49.50 – Reserved Loge $39.50 – Reserved Upper $5.50 increase DOS

Stargazing LIVE at 'Imiloa
2017-12-29 19:00 - 2018-02-23 20:00 | Imiloa Astronomy Center, 600 Imiloa Pl, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
View star clusters, nebulae and galaxies LIVE from the imaging telescopes at the Maunakea Visitor Center, all from the comfort of ‘Imiloa's Planetarium!
Join us on a journey to explore the stars and celestial objects from the 9,000 foot-level in real time!

Russ
2017-12-29 20:00 | Blaisdell Center, 777 Ward Ave, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 6 Oct 2017 at 10:00 AM

Russ
2017-12-29 20:00 - 23:00 | Blaisdell Center, 777 Ward Ave, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Date:
Friday, December 29, 2017 at 8:00 pm (Doors at 7:00 pm)
Venue:
Blaisdell Arena
Sale Date:
Friday, October 6, 2017 at 10:00 am HST
Ticket Value:
$49.50 – GA Floor / Loges
$39.50 – Upper
Day-of Prices:
$55 GA Floor / Loges
$45 Upper Level

Monster Zero
2017-12-29 21:00 - 2017-12-30 01:00
A night of Rock to help put this year to rest! No cover! 9pm till close!

Makahiki Saturday!
2017-12-30 06:00 - 16:00 | Hilo Farmers Market, Corner of Kamehameha Ave and Mamo St, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States

Yoga Nidra
2017-12-30 17:30 - 18:45 | Yoga Centered Studio & Boutique, 37 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Every Last Saturday Of The Month: 5:30-6:45pm $20
We will open this workshop with a discussion about the practice of Yoga Nidra, which translates to “the yoga of sleep”. Yoga Nidra, as a science, has been extensively studied and has been successfully used to help people overcome addiction, create physical relaxation, reduce stress, and increase the body’s capacity to heal. After the discussion, we will engage in a brief restorative yoga sequence and then practice Yoga Nidra so you can experience these powerful effects for yourself!
April, July, August, Spetemeber and October: Taught by Amanda Webster, RYT-500 ERYT-200
& Certified Ayurveda Counselor
June, August, Novemeber and December: Taught by Lauren Brown, RYT 500
No Yoga Nidra in May!!!!

Free Showing of JANE with Director Brett Morgen live Q&A
2017-12-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Honokaa People’s Theatre, 45-3574 Mamane St, Honokaa, HI, 96727, United States

Girls Nite Out band
2017-12-30 20:30 - 23:30 | Wai’oli Lounge & iCafé, 71 Banyan Dr, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Featuring: Suzanne Mac Adam (vocals)
Diana Webb (bass)
Will Divine (drums and vocals)
Wesley Matsuda (guitar and synths)

New Year's Eve Dinner at Kalani
2017-12-31 18:00 - 19:30 | Kalani, 12-6860 Kapoho Kalapana Rd, Pahoa, HI, 96778, United States
Kalani Chefs Ted Leake & Tucker Schweigert will be preparing a very special menu for New Year's Eve Dinner with your Kalanihonua ‘Ohana.
Seats are limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Please make your reservations at Hale Aloha or Guest Services or by calling 808-965-7828.
DINNER MENU
Local & Organic Kabocha Pumpkin Bisque
Local Grass-Fed Beef Rib Roast with Pan Gravy
Kalani-Made Organic Seitan Roast with Vegan Gravy
Yorkshire Pudding
Garlic Mashed Potatoes (Vegan Option Available)
Creamed Local & Organic Rainbow Chard Local & Organic Kale & Beet Salad
DESSERT
Mille Feuille with Liilikoi Cream
BYOB. Family and group seating available. Tickets are $29 ($24 kama'aina with ID).

Bill Maher's 7th Annual New Year's Evening of Comedy
2017-12-31 19:30 - 22:00 | Neal S. Blaisdell Center, 777 Ward Avenue, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States
Tickets: $95.50, $65.50, $45.50 plus service fees
Kama’aina Pre-sale Starts Monday, October 9th at 10:00 A.M. HST
Pre-sale code: ITMFA
General Public On-sale Starts Friday, October 13th at 10:00 A.M. HST
The tradition continues! For the seventh year in a row, Bill Maher will be ringing in the New Year in Hawaii! The standup comedy concerts will be New Year’s Eve at the Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall in Honolulu and New Year’s Day at the Castle Theater at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului. Making the celebration extra special this year, the host of HBO’s Real Time will welcome actor and Grammy-nominated standup comedian Bob Saget (Full House, Americas Funniest Home Videos) to the party for the first time. After sold-out shows for the past six years, Maher continues to make good on his promise to be the “Don Ho of New Year’s.”
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, October 9th at 10:00 A.M., Hawaii residents can use pre-sale code ITMFA to get early access to tickets before they go on sale to mainland customers. Hawaii residents may purchase up to eight tickets each. Pre-sale is on-line only and runs until Thursday, October 12th at 10:00 P.M. HST. Tickets go on sale to the general public starting Friday, October 13th at 10:00 A.M.
For over 20 years, Maher, who began his career as a stand-up comedian and still performs sold-out dates across the country, has never held back and set the boundaries of where funny and political talk can go on American television. First on Politically Incorrect (Comedy Central, ABC, 1993-2002) and for the last 10 years on HBO’s Real Time, Maher’s combination of unflinching honesty and big laughs has earned him 34 Emmy nominations; winning his first in 2014 as the Executive Producer for HBO’s Vice. In 2008, he wrote and starred in Religulous directed by Larry Charles (Borat). The documentary about religions around the world went on to become the eighth highest grossing documentary ever.
Adding to this New Year’s extravaganza, Bob Saget has starred in many successful television shows, including two of the most family-friendly shows network TV has ever produced (Full House and Americas Funniest Home Videos) but he’s also an out of his mind, Grammy-nominated standup comedian for over thirty years. From his HBO special That Ain’t Right to his scene-stealing cameos in Entourage, and The Aristocrats, it’s always effective as Saget embraces his dark side.
Fans can expect the unexpected when it comes to Maher’s New Year’s extravaganza. In 2013, Academy Award-winner Sean Penn and Director Michael Moore made a surprise appearance to introduce Pearl Jam’s Eddie Vedder, who wowed the crowd with a surprise acoustic set. In 2015, David Spade and Jeff Ross added to the hysteria followed up by Margaret Cho and David Cross last year. No matter what happens, one thing is for certain: The Islands are the place to be to welcome in 2018.
“I think everybody wants to be in Hawaii in December,” Maher said. “That was my plan all year; get my ass booked there for New Year’s!”
