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awaiian waters are a birthplace for humpback whales in the North Pacific Ocean. From November to May as many as 10,000 whales may migrate to Hawai‘i during the humpback whale season. Hawai‘i’s warm shallow waters provide important habitat for humpback whales and are ideal for mating, calving and nursing. Nearly two thirds of the entire North Pacific population of humpback whales migrate to Hawai‘i each winter.
Here they are protected as a resource of national significance within the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary. The sanctuary stretches from Maui to several nearby Hawaiian Islands, encompassing approximately 1,200 square nautical miles of coastal and ocean waters. It includes areas around the islands of Maui, Läna‘i, and Moloka‘i, and parts of O‘ahu, Kaua‘i and the Big Island of Hawai‘i. The sanctuary’s goal is to promote comprehensive and coordinated management, research, education, and long term monitoring for the endangered humpback whale and its habitat. Spotlight’s O‘ahu Gold Magazine
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“A Whale of a Tail”
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ighting humpback whales can be an awe-inspiring experience whether from the water or the shore. Their impressive acrobatic displays are visible from miles away. During the humpback whale season in Hawai‘i, whales can be seen quite easily from most shorelines around the Hawaiian Islands. Take a whale-watch cruise or a trip to the beach or a scenic lookout and watch for the blows, tail slaps, fluke up dives, and breaches of Hawai‘i’s humpback whales. For a more enjoyable whale watching experience here are some helpful tips: • Use binoculars or telephoto lenses to enhance your viewing experience. • Be aware of and obey all wildlife rules and encourage others to do the same. • Always view animals in the wild from an appropriate distance. In Hawai‘i it is illegal to approach humpback whales closer than 100 yards on the water and 1,000 feet by air. • Never feed or attempt to feed wild animals. Feeding marine wildlife is illegal in Hawai‘i and can cause animals to become dependent on humans, changes their natural behavior and makes them vulnerable to vessel strikes and illnesses from contaminated or inappropriate food.
Here are some excellent viewing locations on O‘ahu: ~ Makapu‘u Lighthouse Trail ~ ~ Hälona Blowhole ~ Hanauma Bay ~ ~ Diamond Head Lookout ~ For more information, visit the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary website at HawaiiHumpbackWhale.noaa.gov. Story and photos courtesy of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration /Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary. Bottom photo: Flip Nicklin/Minden Pictures.
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STATUES OF ALI`I in Waikīkī
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(A) Queen Esther Julia Kapi‘olani, 1834–1899, wife of King David Kaläkaua. The king donated crown lands between Diamond Head and Waikïkï as a public park in her honor. Her statue is in Kapi‘olani Park fronting the bandstand. (B) Prince Jonah Ku ¯ hio ¯ Kalaniana‘ole, 1871–1922. After the monarchy was overthrown in 1893, Prince Kühiö was (B) elected as a delegate to the United States Congress and served for 20 years until his death. His statue fronts Kühiö Beach. (C) Princess Victoria Ka‘iulani, 1875–1899, of Hawaiian-Scottish heri- (C) tage, was heir to the throne prior to Queen Lili‘uokalani’s overthrow. She was just 23 when she died. A celebration is held on her birthday, Oct. 16, at her statue in the park on Ka‘iulani at Kühiö Avenues. (D) (D) King David Kala ¯ kaua, 1836–1891, a patron of the arts, is known as the Merrie Monarch. He helped restore many Hawaiian cultural practices, including hula, that had been forbidden by missionaries. His statue is in Waikïkï Gateway Park at the intersection of Kaläkaua and Kühiö Avenues. (E) Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop, 1831–1884, was great-granddaughter of Kamehameha I. Her will established Kamehameha Schools, dedicated to educate children of Hawaiian ancestry, and the trust that owns Royal Hawaiian Center, where this statue sits in The Royal Grove. (F) Duke Paoa Kahanamoku, 1890–1968. Although a descendant of Hawaiian royalty, Duke is a given name, not a title. He is known as the “father of international surfing” and was Hawai‘i’s Ambassador of Aloha. Duke’s statue is on Kaläkaua Avenue near Uluniu Street. (E)
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A number of statues honor members of the Hawaiian Monarchy in Wa i k ï k ï . B e sure to look for them as you walk around.
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Wizards in Waikïkï
In this photo, the beach is out of the left frame, the concession stand in the middle and the Waikïkï Police Substation and Kaläkaua Avenue to the right. The building in the background is the Moana Surfrider. Story by Lynn Cook, photos by Ron Ihori.
~ The Stones of Life ~
Nä Pöhaku Ola Kapaemähü ä Kapuni
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alking along the beach in the center of Waikïkï beach, near the Waikïkï Police Substation, there are palm trees shading grassy spots to rest. Surfers, swimmers and those who just want to watch the waves are often startled, coming upon a fenced-in monument of giant stones. A very long time ago, possibly 400 A.D., four healers traveled to Hawai’i from the distant islands of Tahiti. Legend says these men were kähuna, or wizards. Back then they might have been called soothsayers. Hawai’i and Tahiti might have had other names, but there is little doubt of the truth to the story of their heroic voyage from far across the sea. Tales of their arrival have been recorded through chant and oft repeated lore. Said to be attractive, beguiling and adept at the science of healing, they were welcomed to their new island home. They settled in Waikïkï, in an area called Ulukou, near what is now the Moana Surfrider hotel. Their names were Kahäloa, Kapuni, Kinohi and Kapaemähü. They are described as tall and stately with gentle, feminine ways. As they relieved pain, eliminated suffering and accomplished daily miracles of healing their fame spread across the island. They knew they would not stay in Hawai’i. Their intent was to heal, teach, share and go back to their island across the sea, leaving behind a powerful monument. They presented their plan. On the night of the full moon, thousands of followers gathered at the highest elevation of Kaimukï, the hill behind Diamond Head, a full two miles from Waikïkï Beach. Not unlike the thousands of Egyptians who quarried stones to build the pyramids, these men and women were on a sacred mission, following their wizard’s directions. Continued on page 16
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Wizards in Waikïkï Story by Lynn Cook, photos by Ron Ihori.
Wizard Stones or Kähuna Stones? These ancient stones are part of the legends of Waikïkï and the history and culture of the Hawaiian people. Plaques mounted on the base of the paepae (stone platform) tell the story of the stones in Hawaiian and English.
Four great stones, each weighing a ton or more, were to be moved down to Ulukou where the healers lived. Before leaving Hawai’i the wizards promised to endow their powers to one of the stones. Hand to hand, inch by inch the monumental stones were moved. Incantations, prayers and ceremonies dedicated the stones. The wizards left. Time passed. The stones continued to be a source of power.
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ast forward to modern Hawai’i. As Waikïkï was developed, traditions changed. The stones were pushed aside, nearly covered in sand. Over time only the top of the stones could be seen. It was said that Princess Likelike presented a lei to the stones before she swam at Waikïkï. But, as royalty faded from history, the power of the stones faded too. Surfers leaned their boards on the stones. Beach goers sat on them as they brushed sand from their feet. Today the huge stones are treated with honor. Raised on a platform and surrounded with a wrought iron fence, they are no longer a spot to drop wet beach towels and rubber slippers. Cultural historians and storytellers stop to pay their respects and leave a lei. The mystery of the story of wizards from across the sea is pondered and re-told. Some say that a full-moon night still brings wizard shadows and the sound of ancient voices, chanting. In 1997, the City and County of Honolulu placed “The Stones of Life” onto a paepae to preserve and protect them. As part of the ceremonies, Tahitians presented a stone, which they named Ta‘ahu Ea (the life), that was placed on an ahu (altar) in front of the display.
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Big City Diner. 20% OFF dine-in food................................................42 Breakers Restaurant & Bar. $5 OFF with purchase of $25 or more....76 Chai’s Island Bistro. Buy 1 dinner, get 1 FREE on Sun.–Tues..........37 Chart House Waikïkï. 15% OFF entire food bill................................36 Chili’s Waikïkï. $5 OFF any order of $25 or more..............................41 Fumi’s Kahuku Shrimp. 20% OFF any lunch shrimp plate.............78 Häagen Dazs. $1 OFF Big Island Dazzler...........................................39 Macky’s Shrimp Truck. $2 OFF shrimp plate...................................77 Seaside Bar & Grill. See ad for breakfast and dinner specials............40 Tony Roma’s. FREE Onion Ring w/purchase of two entrées..............38
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Atlantis Adventures. Ask about Atlantis Combo Package.......6–9, 128 Germaine’s Lü‘au. FREE hotel pickup................................................51 Pacific Swing Hawaii. FREE $20 Souvenir CD..........................54–55
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Charley’s Taxi. $3 OFF to airport and other destinations...................79 O‘ahu Premier Attractions. Special coupon offers.......................84–85 Pacific Aviation Museum. FREE Combat Simulator Flight.............71
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Charley’s Taxi. $3 OFF to airport and other destinations...................79 Our Waikïkï Wedding. Receive 25% OFF services with ad..............81 Spa Pure. Couples Special–2 hour massage: $140 per person..............83 Tattoos by Adam. Couples Tattoo Special – $50/each.........................83 The Kauai Inn. Rates starting at $99 per night..................................73 The Massage Way. $5 OFF per person................................................81
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Flip Flop Shops. 10% OFF with ad....................................................97 Hilo Hattie. FREE shopping transportation......................................3–5 Honolulu Harley-Davidson. SAVE 10% with ad............................93 Pearl Factory. See coupon in Gold Bar Section....................................15 Ritz Camera. Digital prints as low as 16¢ each...................................97 ROSS Dress For Less. 20–60% savings everyday..............................91
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Aloha Golf Tours. Receive a FREE sleeve of golf balls.....................109 Atlantis Navatek I. FREE transportation from Waikïkï...........8–9, 128 Hawaii Kai Golf Course. 50% OFF Rental Clubs..........................108 Snorkel Bob’s. FREE boogie board for a week.....................................13 Snorkel Bob’s. $9/week snorkel gear rental package............................17 Ty Gurney Surf School. FREE Water Bottle with lessons...............102 Watersports Connection. Three activities for $75............................105
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FRONT COVERS March 7–April 11, 2011 Vol. 32, No. 10–13
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s Hawai‘i sits in the Pacific Ocean between the continental United States and Asia, the state has become a gathering place for culture and the arts. Annual festivals such as the Honolulu Festival from March 11 to 13 provide visitors and residents an opportunity to learn about the people and customs of Japan and other parts of the Pacific Rim. Go to our Calendar starting on page 22 for other events including the Filipino Fiesta, Prince Kühiö Celebration, Waikïkï Spam Jam, I Love Kailua Town Party and the Lei Day Celebration. Models courtesy of PremierModeling.com
April 4–May 11, 2011 Vol. 32, No. 14–17
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tlantis Adventures is recognized as the largest provider of tourist attractions in the state. Atlantis Submarines has tours in Lahaina and Kona as well as here in Waikïkï. On O‘ahu, Atlantis Navatek Cruises offers fabulous sunset dinner cruises and, for a limited time, whale watch breakfast or lunch cruises aboard the smooth-sailing Navatek I. Experience the magic of Atlantis Adventures and create a lifetime of memories by calling 808 955-8492. For more information, see their ads on pages 6–9 and 128 or visit their website, AtlantisAdventures.com.
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he 475-acre Diamond Head State Monument is a tuff cone that was created by an explosive eruption of steam and ash over 100,000 years ago. Hawaiian legend says that Hi‘iaka, sister of Pele the fire goddess, gave it the name Laeahi (which became Lë‘ahi) because the summit resembles the forehead (lae) of the ‘ahi fish. The Diamond Head Crater trail is a 0.8-mile path leading from the crater floor to the lookout at the 760-foot summit that offers panoramic views of Honolulu. Although the hike may look easy, it is steep and strenuous, with a long, steep flight of stairs near the top. Allow at least 1.5 hours for the round trip. Wear sunscreen, appropriate clothing and shoes; take water and refreshments; stay on marked trails; and do not smoke — the area is a fire-hazard zone. To reach the park from Kaläkaua Avenue, turn left at Monsarrat Avenue (just past the Zoo). At the top of the rise is Kapi‘olani Community College, watch for the park entrance on your right, just past the college. Diamond Head State Monument is open daily from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Entrance fee is $5 per car or $1 per pedestrian. 808 587-0300. Spotlight’s O‘ahu Gold Magazine
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A postcar Waikïkï & d view of from the Honolulu top
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Note: There may be changes, cancellations or postponements to these events made after our deadlines. Please call the phone number provided for updates. A $ indicates that some type of fee—admission, cover charge, or donation—is charged. A F indicates that a minimum drink purchase may apply. Key: $=up to $50; $$=$51 to $100; $$$=up to $200; $$$$=over $200.
11111111111111111111111111111111111111 Desha Beamer and R. Alex Anderson, two distinguished island-music composers of the last century at 7:30 p.m. 1130 Bethel St. For tickets and other events, see HawaiiTheatre. com or call 808 528-0506. $
1 Tue. & Sun.: Free Beach Walk Shows. a Kü Ha‘aheo, To Cherish With Pride, is a Hawaiian music and hula show directed by kumu hula and cultural advisor Blaine Kamalani Kia from 4:30 to 6 p.m. every Tuesday. a The Sunday Showcase is an hour-long concert from 5 p.m. with a different group and style of music weekly. a All shows are at the Waikïkï Beach Walk Fountain Stage (page 32, E-9) on Lewers Street. Information at 808 931-3591. 1 March 19: Pualeilani Festival of the Arts. Royal Hawaiian Center hosts this free event in honor of Prince Kühiö that is filled with Hawaiian music, hula, and arts and crafts displays and demonstrations. Noon to 7 p.m. in The Royal Grove. 808 922-2299. 1 March 19: Hana Hou Series. Hawai‘i Theatre Center in downtown Honolulu hosts A Tribute to Helen
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Hawaiiana 1 Ongoing: At ‘Iolani Palace. The Friends of ‘Iolani Palace conduct docent-led Grand Tours of the last official residence of Hawaiian royalty Mondays through Saturdays. Audio Tours and self-guided Gallery Tours are also available. A minimum age applies to some tours. For details and reservations, call 808 522-0832. $
1 March 26: The Prince Kühiö Parade marches from Fort DeRussy to Queen Kapi‘olani Park via Kaläkaua Avenue from 4:30 p.m. Most units stop to pay tribute to the prince at his statue close to the
end of the route so the parade does not flow smoothly. See page 27 and more at AOHCC.org. 1 March 26–27: A Celebration of Hawaiian Lei Making is a prelude to next week’s Lei Day. The free festival showcases traditional and contemporary lei-making techniques from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Academy Art Center, 1111 Victoria St., across from and part of the Honolulu Academy of Arts. 808 532-8741. 1 May 1: May Day is Lei Day in Hawai‘i. The City and County of Honolulu hosts a free festival celebrating the making, wearing and giving of lei. Queen Kapi‘olani Park in Waikïkï is filled with Hawaiian music and hula and the scent of flower lei and delicious
1 Ongoing: FREE Kühiö
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Beach hula SHOW. Enjoy an authentic Hawaiian music and hula show by Hawai‘i’s finest hula hälau (schools) and musicians at the Kühiö Beach Hula Mound, page 32, E15. Shows are from 6 to 7 p.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays in January and from 6:30 p.m. starting in February. Subject to change due to event conflicts, weather, etc., call 808 843-8002.
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March 7 to May 11
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food from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. See page 49. 808 768-3041. Family Friendly 1 Ongoing: At the Zoo. Twilight Tours of the Honolulu Zoo are held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays (except holidays) to show what animals do after hours. Advance purchase suggested, call 808 9717195 for reservations and to ask about other special programs. 1 Ongoing: Bishop Museum. a Through Sept. 5: Dinosaurs Unearthed: Feathered Discoveries is a new Bishop
Museum exhibit that mixes animatronic dinosaurs with replica dinosaur skeletons and interactive displays. a March 4, 18; April 1, 15; May 6: The Sky Tonight is a tour of the Hawaiian sky at 8 p.m. in the J. Watumull Planetarium. 808 848-4168. $ a April 2: Hawaiian Electric Company Grow Hawaiian Festival. Learn about native and indigenous plants, conservation and sustainability efforts, and enjoy entertainment and children’s activities at this eco-friendly festival. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. FREE a April 10: Family Sunday offers dinosaur-themed
keiki activities on the Great Lawn and more. Regular admission. a Bishop Museum is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed Tuesdays. 808 847-3511. $ 1 March 12–13: “Wishes and Wings” is an original musical fairytale fantasy in which a hard-headed fairy has only one night to learn the Fairy Virtues and earn her wings. For grades pre-K to 6. Shows at 7 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at the Hawaii Theatre. Tickets: HawaiiTheatre. com or call 808 528-0506. $ 1 March 20 & April 17: Bank of Hawai‘i Sunday at Honolulu Academy of Arts provides creative ways for children and families to explore its galleries for free! There are art projects for the kids until 3 p.m. and entertainment for all ages. Open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 900 S. Beretania St. 808 532-8700. 1 April 1–May 7: “Where Do Things Go?,” a world premiere production by Honolulu Theatre for Youth, is a collection of scenes, stories and songs that answer questions like “Where does trash go?” or “What happens when you flush the toilet?” For ages 4 and older. Shows in Tenney Theatre at Saint Andrews Cathedral (South Beretania at Richards streets) at 7:30 p.m. April 1, then 4:30 p.m. Saturdays, April 2 to May 7. HTYweb.org or 808 839-9885. $ Calendar continues on page 24
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Continued from page 23 Special events 1 March 8: Mardi Gras Street Festival is a free block party in Honolulu’s Chinatown and Art District. Themed “An International Celebration of Indulgence,” the 5:30 to 10 p.m. event includes Mardi Gras/ Carnival music and dance on five stages and food booths. ArtsDistrictHonolulu.com.
• March 17: St. Patrick’s
1 March 18–20: First Hawaiian International Auto Show. Check out the 2011 model cars, including hybrids, electrics and exotics, at the Hawai‘i Convention Center, 1801 Kaläkaua Ave. Fri.: noon to 10 p.m.; Sat.: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sun.: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. 808 943-3500 or MotorTrendAutoShows.com. $ 1 March 26: Rubber Duckie Race. United Cerebral Palsy Association of Hawai‘i presents the 24th Annual Great Hawaiian Rubber Duckie Race fundraiser at McCully Shopping Center from 9 a.m. Adopt a duck and enjoy entertainment and other activities until 12:30 p.m. The action moves to the rear of the Hawai‘i Convention Center where, at 1:23 p.m., 20,000 rubber duckies get dumped into the Ala Wai Canal for a short “race.” Go to ucpahi.org or call 808 532-6744 for details.
1 April 22 & May 6: Mermaid Hawai‘i presents two free synchronized swimming shows set to Hawaiian and other types of music and at least one “real” mermaid. Shows are at 5:30 p.m. Fridays, April 22 for Easter and May 6 for Mother’s Day, at the Sheraton Princess Ka‘iulani, 120 Ka‘iulani Ave in Waikïkï. MermaidsHawaii.com. 1 April 30: Waikïkï SPAM Jam. Hawai‘i’s favorite meat product is celebrated at the largest food festival in the state. The popular block party on Kaläkaua Avenue with two stages and lots of food booths runs from 4 to 10 p.m. See page 29 or SpamJamHawaii.com for details. Cultural Festivals
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Day. • At noon, the Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick of Hawai‘i march along Kaläkaua Avenue from Saratoga Road to Queen Kapi‘olani Park. Details at 808 220-2584 or IrishClubHawaii.com. • Later, the Murphy’s St. Patrick’s Day Block Party, with entertainment, food and beverages, runs from 6 to 10 p.m. at the “Irish Corner” of downtown Honolulu (Nu‘uanu Avenue at Merchant Street). MurphysHawaii.com or 808 531-0422.
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1 March 12–13: 17th Annual Honolulu Festival brings together artisans, dancers and musicians from Japan, Hawai‘i and other countries for two days of performances and cultural exchange at four sites in or near Waikïkï. The highlights are the Grand Parade at 4:30 p.m. Sunday and the Nagaoka Fireworks Show to follow. See page 57, HonoluluFestival. com or call 808 926-2424.
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1 March 25, April 1–3: Scottish Festival and more. a March 25: The Hawaiian Scottish Association’s Grand Scotch Tour II is held at the Willows Restaurant, 901 Hausten St., 808 952-9200. $$$$$ a April 1: Taste of Scotland Ceilidh, the welcoming party for the festival, is also at the Willows Restaurant, 808 9529200. $ a April 2–3: 30th Annual Hawaiian Scottish Festival & Highland Games takes place at Queen Kapi‘olani Park from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days. There’s lots of music, dancing, food, cultural displays and the athletic competition. For details, visit ScotsHawaii.org.
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Concerts/Plays 1 Through March 20: “Avenue Q” is Mänoa Valley Theatre’s musical about a young college graduate moving to a building on Avenue Q in New York City. It involves three human characters and 11 puppets who interact as human characters. Shows Thursdays to Sundays, for dates and times, call 808 988-6131 or visit ManoaValleyTheatre. com. 2833 East Mänoa Rd. $ 1 March 11–April 30: More at Hawai‘i Theatre. a March 11: Opera Rocks! Enjoy famous arias, jazz and pop classics sung by the talented artists of Singers Beyond Borders. 7:30 p.m. $$$ a April 5–17: “Jump” is a Korean production that mixes a breathtaking fusion of adrenaline-
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packed Taekwondo, with dazzling flips, acrobatics and sword fights, into a hilarious sitcom plot. For dates and times, see HawaiiTheatre.com or call 808 528-0506. $-$$ a April 29–30: “As You Like It” is a Shakespearean comedy performed by, and recommended for, high school students. 7 p.m. Sat. and 2 p.m. Sun. See HawaiiTheatre. com or call 808 528-0506. $ 1 April 8–May 1: At UHMänoa Kennedy Theatre. a April 8–24: “The Vengeful Sword” is a traditional Japanese
1 April 16: Afro-Cuban All Stars, three generations of musicians of Cuban heritage, perform the full range of Cuban musical styles at 8 p.m. in Neal Blaisdell Concert Hall, South King Street at Ward Avenue. TicketMaster.com or call 800 745-3000. $-$$ Art Museums 1 Through April 8: UH Art Gallery. The Reformer’s Brush: Modernity and Traditional Media in China commemorates the 100th anniversary of the 1911 revolution in China. Go to Hawaii.edu/artgallery or call 808 956-6888 for details. 1 Ongoing: Academy Art Center Exhibits. a Through March 18: Honolulu Printmakers 83rd Annual Exhibition shows the work of island printmakers. a March 26–April 3: A Golden Celebration of Ikebana celebrates the 50th anniversary of Ikebana International Honolulu Chapter 56 with a beautiful display of flower arrangements. a April 9–17: 19th Annual Hawai‘i’s Woodshow 2011 features heirloom-quality works by local woodworkers. a Academy Art Center, 1111 Victoria St. across from Honolulu Academy of Arts. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tue.-Sat. and 1 to 5 p.m. Sun. 808 532-8741. Free Woodwork by R.W. Butts, photo by Jim Lovell
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1 May 7: 19th Annual Filipino Fiesta. Hawai‘i’s Filipino community comes together for a parade through Waikïkï from 8 a.m. and the Fiesta in Queen Kapi‘olani Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Go to FilCom.org for details.
kabuki play — fully staged with beautiful costumes, authentic music, and stylized acting and fighting, but performed in English by University of Hawai‘i-Mänoa students. a April 27–May 1: “Spring Footholds” in the Lab Theatre shows off the work of dance students and choreographers. a Kennedy Theatre, 1770 East-West Rd., Mänoa. For show dates and times, call 808 956-7655 or visit Hawaii.edu/kennedy. $
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1 Ongoing at The Contemporary Museum.
a Through May 8: Steven and William Ladd: 9769 Radio Drive is an exhibit of boxes, ants, sculptures, found objects, etc., that literally draws from the two brothers’ experiences growing up in St. Louis, MO. The Contemporary Museum, 2411 Makiki Heights Drive. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tue.-Sat. and noon to 4 p.m. Sun. $ a On display through July 15 at The Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center (at South King and Bishop streets) are photographs by Andrew Binkley and Inka Resch, over 300 ceramic cups by Suzanne Wolfe and works inspired by the news by Bernice Akamine, Vince Hazen, Mac James and Pearlyn Salvador. Open during bank hours and from 7 to 9 p.m. most First Fridays. For details, see TCMhi.org or call 808 526-0232.
UH Sports 1 Ongoing: Hawai‘i Athletics. a The University of Hawai‘i Mänoa Warrior men’s volleyball team is home on March 11–12, April 1–2 and April 8–9 with matches at 7 p.m. in the Stan Sheriff Center. $ a The Wahine softball team plays March 11–14 and 16–19, then has conference games on March 25–26, April 8–9, 22–23 and 29–30 in the Rainbow Wahine Softball Stadium, free. a The Rainbow baseball team plays March 10– 12, 18–21, 25–27, March 30–April 2, April 8–10, 15–18, 21–23, and May 12–15 in Les Murakami Stadium (with its uppergrandstand view of Diamond
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1 Ongoing: Honolulu Academy of Arts (HAA). a Extended to April 24: Meaning in Color/Expression in Line: Arman Manookian’s Modernism includes Red Sails (above), and other works by the Armenianborn, Hawai‘i-based artist who died at the young age of 27 in 1931. a Through May 22: Exquisitely Modern: 50 Works from Herbert and Dorothy Vogel. The exhibit is a very small part of an extraordinary collection of contemporary works acquired by a postal clerk and a librarian in their one-bedroom Manhattan apartment. “Herb & Dorothy,” the documentary about them, can be seen at 1 & 7:30 p.m. April 6-8 in the Academy's Doris Duke Theatre. a 900 S. Beretania St. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tue.–Sat. and 1 to 5 p.m. Sun. For other exhibits, plus movies and concerts in the Doris Duke Theatre, go to HonoluluAcademy.org or call 808 532-8700 or 532-8701. $
Head on a sunny Sunday afternoon). a Check times and opponents at HawaiiAthletics. com, etickethawaii.com, or call 808 944-2697. $ Good Friday/Easter 1 April 22 & 24: Easter Services. a The Waikïkï Beach Chaplaincy offers a Good Friday Service at 5:30 p.m. and an Easter Sunday Sunrise Service at 6:30 a.m., both on Duke Kahanamoku Beach at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Resort & Spa. 808 923-3137. a The 110th Annual Punchbowl Cemetery Easter Sunrise Service at the National Memorial Cemetery of
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1 March 19–20 & April 16–17: Waikïkï Artfest features a dedicated group of artists and handcraft artisans who display and sell their island-made products in Queen Kapi‘olani Park from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. 808 637-5337.
the Pacific begins at 6:15 a.m., gates open at 4:30 a.m., 808 3848701. TheBus has shuttles from Waikïkï at 5:00 and 5:30 a.m. with stops along Kühiö Avenue, 808 848-5555.
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Prince Ku¯hio¯ Celebration
March 26, 1871— January 7, 1922
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very March, the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs honors their champion, Prince Kühiö, with a monthlong celebration. Prince Jonah Kühiö Kalaniana’ole, known as Ke Ali’i Maka’ainana, “the Citizen Prince,” is revered for his dedication to Native Hawaiian people and his role as founder of the Hawaiian Civic Club movement. He was also a delegate to Congress for the Territory of Hawai’i from 1903 until his passing in 1922. March 19: Pualeilani Festival of the Arts. To celebrate the Prince’s birthday, Royal Hawaiian Center and the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs present a day of Hawaiian folk, fine, and performing arts. Hawaiian music, traditional and modern hula, demonstrations and displays will fill The Royal Grove from noon to 7 p.m. RoyalHawaiianCenter.com, 808 922-2299. M a r c h 25: Prince Kühiö Day. State and city
offices are closed in observance of Prince Kühiö’s birthday, March 26. March 26: Prince Kühiö Commemorative Parade, with Association of Hawaiian Civic Club members marching and riding in vehicles, starts at 4:30 p.m. from Saratoga Road (at Fort DeRussy) and proceeds on Kaläkaua Avenue to Queen Kapi‘olani Park. Nearly every unit stops at the Prince’s statue (on the ocean side of the 2500 block of Kaläkaua Avenue) to offer a ho‘okupu (gift), lei, hula or chant. This does cause the parade to back up, so the best place to view it would be from the statue to Kapahulu Avenue. There may be other e v e n t s i n Q u een Kapi‘olani Park before and after the parade, but no information was received at our deadline. Check for updates at AOHCC. org or at H a w a i i Maoli.org.
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Waikïkï SPAM JAM® Quick Facts: 9th Annual Waikïkï SPAM JAM® 4 to 10 p.m., April 30 Kaläkaua Avenue
Free, but please donate cash or cans of SPAM® products to the Hawai‘i Foodbank
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awai‘i’s love affair with SPAM® started in World War II and has continued in the ensuing years. SPAM® was inexpensive, one can could go a long way to feed a large family, and its saltiness went well with rice or noodles — the way it was usually prepared in households of Asian and local heritage. The creation of the SPAM™ Musubi (a SPAM™-shaped mound of rice topped with a slice of SPAM®) in the 1970s increased its popularity to the point that annually nearly seven million cans of SPAM® are consumed in Hawai‘i. From 4 to 10 p.m. on April 30, the 9th Annual Waikïkï SPAM JAM® shows how creative island chefs can be with SPAM® as they prepare a variety of innovative dishes to tempt your taste buds. Don’t worry, non-SPAM™ meals are also available. Kaläkaua Avenue from Royal Hawaiian Center to Ka‘iulani is closed to traffic, so eat some SPAM®, enjoy music at two stages, make a contribution to the Hawai‘i Foodbank (the goal is 10,000 cans of SPAM®), and pick up some SPAM® memorabilia. For more information, visit SpamJamHawaii.com or call 808 255-5927. First photo: One of the many cooks creating SPAM® dishes. Second: A sample from Ono Cheese Steak. Center: Fans dress up for the festivities. Bottom: Island-style entertainment at one of two stages on Kaläkaua Avenue. Photos courtesy of Wayne Shinbara.
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Honolulu Chai’s Island Bistro · 808 585-0011 · pg. 37 Aloha Tower Marketplace – L, D, D, R, $$$ Big City Diner · 808 591-8891 · pg. 42 Ward Entertainment Ctr., 1060 Auahi St. – B, L, D, $ Wai’oli Tea Room · 808 988-5800 · pg. 42 2950 Mänoa Rd. – B, L, R, $
Aiea/Pearlridge Big City Diner · 808 487-8188 · pg. 42 Pearlridge Shopping Ctr., 98-211 Pali Momi St. – B, L, D, $ Tony Roma’s · 808 487-9911 · pg. 38 Westridge Mall, 98-150 Kaonohi St. – L, D, $
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D ining G uide O‘ahu has many different types of food for you to choose from. Whether it’s fresh island-grown salad, islandcaught fresh fish of the day, a bountiful feast at a lü‘au or maybe you’re in the mood for hamburger and fries, you’re sure to find great local fare to suit everyone’s hunger.
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Hale‘iwa/North Shore Giovanni’s Shrimp Truck · 808 293-1839 · pg. 75 Hale‘iwa Town near McDonald’s – L, $ Macky’s Shrimp Truck · 808 780-1071/780-1834 · pg. 77 66-632 Kamehameha Hwy. – L, $ Breakers Restaurant & Bar · 808 637-9898 · pg. 76 66-250 Kamehameha Hwy. – L, D, A, D, $
Kahuku Fumi’s Kahuku Shrimp · 808 232-8881 · pg. 78 56-777 Kamehameha Hwy. – L, $ Giovanni’s Shrimp Truck · 808 293-1839 · pg. 75 56-505 Kamehameha Hwy., near the sugar mill – L, $
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An Ethnic Potluck
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1) Adobo –
Filipino dish of pork or chicken simmered in a vinegar and garlic marinade.
2) Andagi –
Round, cake-like Okinawan doughnut.
3) Dim Sum –
Bite-sized Chinese dumplings stuffed with different meats and vegetables, then steamed, baked or fried.
4) Kalbi –
Korean barbecued short rib marinated in shoyu and sesame sauce.
5) Lechon –
Filipino- or Puerto Rican-style whole roast pig. (“lechon baboy” or “lechon asado”)
6) Lomilomi Salmon –
Hawaiian dish made with diced tomatoes, onions and salted salmon.
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author Arnold Hiura explores the history and heritage of favorite island foods, from taro to SPAM. Hiura has a section in his book titled “The Kau Kau 100: An Ethnic Potluck Primer” that describes or defines the food from various cultures that settled in the islands. Here is an abbreviated list that highlights the sort of food that warms the tummies of many islanders. Pick up a copy of Kau Kau to read more fun and informative stories about Hawai‘i’s foods, chefs, restaurants, and specialty food products.
7) Malasadas –
Portuguese sweet fried pastry rolled in sugar.
8) Manapua –
Chinese bao, baked or steamed buns filled with char siu pork or other meats.
9) Pipikaula –
Hawaiian dried, spiced beef, similar to beef jerky.
10) Saimin –
Noodle soup unique to Hawai‘i.
11) Shoyu –
Japanese word for soy sauce.
12) Vinha D‘Alhos –
Portuguese fish or pork in vinegar and garlic.
Photos from Kau Kau: 1, 4, 5, 10 Adriana Torres Chong; photos 6, 9 Dawn Sakamoto; photo 12 Hawai‘i State Archives.
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here are a number of farmer’s markets in the Waikïkï area every week. The largest is the Hawai‘i Farm Bureau Federation’s Saturday Farmers’ Market from 7:30 to 11 a.m. at Kapi‘olani Community College, close to the entrance to Diamond Head State Monument. There is a wide variety of produce, made-inHawai‘i food products, hibiscus and orchid plants, and hot food items — including grilled abalone from the Big Island or fried green tomatoes from the North Shore. HFBF.org or 808 848-2074. The Waikïkï Farmers’ Market is held from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays at the ‘Öhua Street entrance of the Waikïkï Community Center, 310 Paoakalani Ave., 808 923-8102. King’s Village Shopping Center and the Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa present the Friday evening Farmers’ Market and Changing of the Guard Ceremony at King’s Village Shopping Center, 131 Ka‘iulani Ave. The event is from 4 to 9 p.m. and includes the nightly Changing of the Guard Ceremony at 6:15 p.m. 808 237-6340, MahikuFarmersMarket.com.
CHART HOUSE Waikïkï overlooks the peaceful Ala Wai Yacht Harbor. Award-winning service and panoramic sunset views make the dining room the place to be for a relaxing island-style dinner. Live entertainment and early and late happy hours heat up the night in the lounge until 2 a.m. Chart House Waikïkï is the place to go for a taste of local night life. See their offer below. 1765 Ala Moana Blvd. (map page 32, 1-F). 808 941-6669. $$
The Finest Fresh Seafood & Prime Steaks in Hawai‘i!
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Join us “On the Water” for Cocktails, Dinner & Live Entertainment
1765 Ala Moana Blvd. • 941-6669 • www.ChartHouseWaikiki.com Not valid with special menus and other offers. One coupon valid for maximum 4 persons. Not includng beverages. Maximum 2 coupons per table/party. Exp. 5/11/11
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CHAI’S ISLAND BISTRO. Chef Chai Chaowasaree (standing) blends Asian and contemporary cooking styles to create a feast for your eyes as well as your palate. Look for dishes like Grilled Mongolian Lamb Chops with Brandy Demi-glace, Seafood Risotto with Fresh Big Island Heart of Palm or Asian Style Osso Buco with Kabocha Pumpkin. Open for lunch and dinner, Chai’s Island Bistro in the Aloha Tower Marketplace also presents contemporary island entertainers such as Jerry Santos (seated), The Brothers Cazimero, Robert Cazimero, and other popular musicians during dinner. Chef Chai has introduced a new dinner-only concept on the patio called Island Fondue. Based on the healthy and exotic dish from Southeast Asia, a rich broth seasoned with fresh herbs and spices is served in a fiery hot pot with Chef Chai’s tasty dipping sauces. Choose your vegetables and protein — small plates ($4.95 to 15.95) of chicken, prawns, scallops, salmon, Wagyu beef, etc. — then add to the broth and cook your own healthy dinner. For reservations at Chai’s Island Bistro or Island Fondue, call 808 585-0011. $$$/$$
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oy Yamaguchi, Alan Wong, Sam Choy and 15 other Hawai‘i culinary stars share their secrets for cooking with fresh island foods in “Hawai‘i Farmers Market Cookbook — Volume 2” (Watermark Publishing, BooksHawaii.net, 808 5877766, $15.95). While gathering recipes from the chefs, editor Joan Namkoong requested that they keep their recipes home-cook friendly. The chefs were assigned a local food item and urged to use just five other ingredients, not including oil, salt and pepper. Recipes like Savory Spinach Bread Pudding, Grass-Fed Boeuf Bourguignon (Beef Stew), Asia Braised Short Ribs, and Roasted Chicken and Fingerling Potato Hash all use island ingredients but could easily be made with ingredients local to your area. hai Chaowasaree, chef-owner of Chai’s Island Bistro in Aloha Tower Marketplace and founder of Singha Thai Cuisine in Waikïkï, recently released “The Island Bistro Cookbook” (Watermark Publishing, BooksHawaii. net, 808 587-7766, $32.50). The greatlooking book is filled with more than 90 recipes from Chai’s award-winning restaurants. Many dishes are accompanied by Rae Huo’s photos that may make you want to grab the food right off the page and eat it! Chai’s cuisine is a fusion of his Thai heritage and a variety of elements from Hawai‘i and other parts of the Pacific Rim.
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TONY ROMA’S. One of Hawai‘i’s favorites, featuring signature Baby Back Ribs, Steaks, Seafood, Pastas and more. In Waikïkï, catch westbound #2 Waikïkï/School St.; #13 Waikïkï/Liliha or #4 Nu‘uanu/Punahou bus to their front door. Parking available. Free valet from 5:30 p.m. Visit Tony Roma’s in Waikïkï at 1972 Kaläkaua Ave. (pg. 32, 5-B), 808 942-2121, or Westridge Mall, ‘Aiea, 808 487-9911.
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Häagen-Dazs shops Hawai‘i. Take a break and discover a multitude of exciting creations available only in Hawai‘i’s Häagen-Dazs dessert shops. Häagen-Dazs has teamed up with Hilo’s Big Island Candies™ to create a new dessert, the Big Island Dazzler (shown in ad). It’s layered with Pineapple Coconut and Macadamia Nut ice cream, hot fudge and chunks of the famous shortbread cookies from Big Island Candies™. Save $1 with the ad below. Häagen-Dazs also offers sorbet, frozen yogurt and other specialty items. See page 32, 13-D and 15D, for their Waikïkï locations. $
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an ketchup be blue? For renowned chef Alan Wong, one of the founding chefs of Hawai‘i Regional Cuisine, a simple question from a sixth grader became the concept for “The Blue Tomato: The Inspirations Behind the Cuisine of Alan Wong” (Watermark Publishing, TheBlueTomato.net, 808 587-7766, $40). A testament to the James Beard Award-winning chef ’s belief that anything is possible, the 284-page book offers stunning photography, over 200 recipes and takes you into the kitchen to reveal some of his creative process, philosophies and inner workings of his restaurants. In it, Wong offers updates of time-proven favorites, innovative ideas and contemporary twists on Hawai‘i’s popular multi-ethnic dishes. (Pictured here is the Seared ‘Ahi on ‘Ahi Lumpia.)
SEASIDE BAR & GRILL. Seafood and steak lovers should try the “Sunset Dinner Special” or use the coupon and receive free house shrimp cocktail, tossed green salad and garlic bread with dinner. Seaside Bar & Grill was voted “Best Value in Hawai‘i.” Open daily, see the ad below for hours. 2256 Kühiö Ave. (page 32, 11B), corner of Seaside and Kühiö avenues. 808 922-8227. $$
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The Hawai‘i-born SPAM™ Musubi can be found all over town, was touted by Hormel in press releases, and mentioned in stories about President Barack Obama’s food choices when visiting his home state. Musubi is Japanese, usually a round or triangular “ball” of rice. In this case the rice is the shape of SPAM® and is topped with a slice of SPAM® grilled in soy sauce. It may have a piece of scrambled egg or other seasonings then is bound with a strip of nori (dried seaweed). It is the ultimate local-style fast food!
Chili’S Grill and Bar is a favorite among Waikïkï locals and visitors alike. Known for its fun atmosphere, Chili’s classic American menu is inspired by flavors of the Southwest. Highlights include Hand-Shaken Margaritas, Southwestern Eggrolls, Big Mouth Burgers®, Flame-Grilled Fajitas, Citrus Fire Chicken and Shrimp and Chili’s famous Baby Back Ribs. A Kids Menu is available. Chili’s is located in the heart of Waikïkï, on the corner of Kühiö Avenue and Walina Street (page 32, B-12) next to Food Pantry. 808 922-9697. $
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Kobe Japanese Steak House. Steak, lobster and shrimp are prepared to perfection at this Japanese steak house and sushi bar. Kobe’s fare is superb, the atmosphere is convivial and the teppanyaki chefs put on a great show. See the Gold Bar Coupon Section for a special offer. Open for cocktails from 5:00 p.m., dinner service from 5:30 p.m. 1841 Ala Moana Blvd. (page 32, 4-E). 808 941-4444. $$ BENIHANA OF TOKYO. The original Japanese teppanyakistyle steakhouse combines great food and “eater-tainment!” Flying shrimp, a blazing volcano and amazing knife skills will fill your table with smiles as a chef masterfully prepares your meal before your eyes. Benihana serves healthy portions of mouth-watering hibachi steak, tender chicken and seafood grilled to perfection! Open for lunch and dinner in the Hilton Hawaiian Village (page 32, 4-E). See their offer in the Gold Bar Coupon section. For reservations, call 808 955-5955. $$
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Poi, My Boy, will make a man of you This phrase from the song “Poi, My Boy” (words by Jay Kauka and music by Alvin Kaleolani Isaacs) describes how Hawaiians feel about their poi, the light-purple “pudding” made from the cooked root of the kalo (taro) plant. Kalo root was cooked in the imu (underground oven) then mashed with a stone poi pounder. The mashed kalo was mixed with water to create the consistency of poi desired. The staple food of the early Hawaiian diet, poi is very nutritious and a good source of fiber, vitamins and minerals.
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e hope you had a chance to try at least one of the many lü‘au here in Hawai‘i. Along with the many enjoyable memories of your trip, here are three easy lü‘au dishes you can try at home. Just imagine yourself back at that the special lü‘au — enjoying your pictures, fond memories and wonderful dishes as well. It’s time to kau kau (Pidgin English for “eat”)! Now here’s a dish that’s considered truly Hawaiian, although it could not have existed in ancient times. No salmon in those days, and no tomatoes. Both these ingredients came to Hawai‘i with Western contacts. What is traditional about this dish is the preparation technique — lomi (or lomilomi), which is Hawaiian for press, crush, or massage. The idea is to massage the meat, to rub in flavor and tenderize, while removing some of the salt.
Lomi Salmon yield: 4–6 servings
• 1⁄2 pound salted salmon • 5 large ripe tomatoes, diced • 1 cup chopped green onion • 1 medium onion, finely chopped • 1 cup crushed or shaved ice Soak salmon in water for 3–4 hours; rinse well. Remove skin and bones; shred salmon into a bowl. Add tomatoes and onions; lomi or kneed until mixed well. Chill thoroughly and add ice just before serving. Great with poi (mashed taro)! Tip: To make your own salted salmon, sprinkle a piece of salmon with sea salt. Lomi (massage) salt into the fish and refrigerate overnight. The fish will cure and take on a salty flavor. Lox may be substituted for salted salmon in a bind. Recipe and photo from “What Hawai‘i Likes to Eat,” by Muriel Miura and Betty Shimabukuro. Mutual Publishing, MutualPublishing.com.
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Shoyu Chicken yield: 3–4 servings
• 6 chicken thighs, with bone and skin • 1⁄2 cup sugar • 1⁄2 cup soy sauce • 1 clove garlic (optional) • 1-inch piece ginger, grated (optional) Place all ingredients in pot; bring to boil. Lower heat, cover and simmer for about 30 to 40 minutes. Suggestion: Serve with rice, corn, and a vegetable salad for a satisfying local dinner. Recipe from “Jean Hee’s Best of the Best Hawai‘i Recipes,” by Jean Watanabe Hee. Mutual Publishing, MutualPublishing.com.
Be grateful you don’t have to make this haupia the old way, using Polynesian arrowroot that had to be grated, soaked, strained, reduced to a paste, and dried, then pounded into a powder. A lot of work for coconut pudding. These days we have cornstarch, which makes everything easier.
Haupia (coconut pudding) yield: 16 pieces
• 1⁄3 cup sugar • 1⁄3 cup cornstarch • 1⁄8 teaspoon salt • 2 1⁄2 cups coconut milk Combine sugar, cornstarch and salt; stir in coconut milk. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Pour into an 8–inch square pan; let cool; refrigerate until firm. Cut into 2x2 inch pieces and serve on ti leaves, if desired. Recipe and photo from “What Hawai‘i Likes to Eat,” by Muriel Miura and Betty Shimabukuro. Mutual Publishing, MutualPublishing.com.
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The restoration and reopening of the Hawaii Theatre in April 1996 led to another renaissance in Chinatown as new art galleries, shops and restaurants opened in the neighborhood. Call 808 528-0506 about weekly tours. Inset photo of the theatre’s stage by David Franzen.
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hat’s the recipe for Honolulu’s Chinatown? Stir in a bit of San Francisco, add two scoops of New York’s SoHo district and mix it all up with a multi-ethnic sauce. The best description is “delicious” when you walk Hotel, Maunakea, Smith and Pauahi streets. Chinatown’s famous gum shoe detective, Charlie Chan, would be over a hundred by now. Guaranteed, he wouldn’t recognize much. On his “hangout” Hotel Street, Maria Bonita’s (#1) has art and enchiladas and the convenience of being next door to that icon of Chinatown history, Smith’s Union Bar (#1).
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Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, the Wo Fat Building at Hotel and Maunakea streets was one of the first to rise after the Great Chinatown Fire of 1900. The current building was completed around 1938. The ARTS at Marks Garage (#5) is the heart of the Arts District. Bethel Street Gallery, and many others, offer fine art. Louis Pohl Gallery (#7, right) has art, gifts and Sandy Pohl’s advice on all the art events happening on First Friday and Slow Art Friday (third Friday, #6, below). Pick up the free Gallery Walk map here or at the other galleries. For more information, visit ArtsDistrictHonolulu.com. C limb up the daunting set of stairs to thirtyninehotel (#9) multimedia, gallery-clubperformance space. Totally worth it. Next Door, a 4,000 square-foot film and art gallery, redeemed from a leftover red brick wreck of Hotel Street glory days, is, of course, next door. Downstairs is Bar 35, offering over 100 bottled imported beers, a Chinese gourmet pizza menu and a designer martini or two. If the decibel level is any indication, the place is a giant success. Locals like to shop for produce, fresh fish and Asian products at the many markets in Chinatown. Note: The Hawai‘i Heritage Center sponsors a Chinatown Walking Tour every Wednesday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Please call 808 521-2749 for more information. $
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he first of May is known as Lei Day in Hawai‘i. The tradition began in 1927 after a suggestion by poet Don Blanding that Hawai‘i should have a day set aside to celebrate the practice of making, giving and receiving lei. Newspaper columnist Grace Tower Warren suggested that day should be May Day and coined the phrase “May Day is Lei Day.” Leonard “Red” and Ruth Hawk composed the song “May Day is Lei Day in Hawai‘i,” which is probably played at every Lei Day celebration in the state. Honolulu’s first Lei Queen was crowned in 1928, the second year of the event. Earlier Lei Day festivities were held in downtown Honolulu and later in Honolulu Hale (our city hall). When it got too large, the celebration was moved to Queen Kapi‘olani Regional Park and Bandstand, across from the Honolulu Zoo, where you will find the color and pageantry of the 84th Annual Lei Day Celebration scheduled for 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 1. The City and County 2010 Lei Queen Jamie Kaohulani of Honolulu’s free event gets underway at 9 a.m. Detwiler. Wayne Shinbara photos. with a performance by the Royal Hawaiian Band. The Investiture Ceremony with the introduction and crowning of the 2011 Lei Day Queen follows. Around noon, the Lei Queen views the Lei Contest Exhibit which is then open to the public until 5:30 p.m. Meanwhile, a number of hula hälau and musical groups perform in the Bandstand until 5 p.m. There are food vendors and exhibits and demonstrations of lei making and other Hawaiian crafts in the park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Members of the Hawaiian Steel Guitar Association play sweet Hawaiian music from about 1 to 4 p.m. in a tent near the lei exhibit. For more information, visit http://is.gd/hu2N- (a short cut to the Lei Day website) or call 808 768-3041.
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Explore Waikïkï’s underwater paradise in first-class comfort on one of Atlantis Submarines’ high-tech passenger submarines.
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tlantis Submarines pioneered the passenger submarine business in 1985, launching the world’s first passenger submarine in Grand Cayman. Today, Atlantis operates 15 submarines in ten locations across the globe, including Waikïkï, Kona and Lahaina. Atlantis Submarines has taken passengers to see the magic of Hawai‘i’s undersea world for over 21 years. Atlantis has two adventures—the Atlantis Submarine Tour, aboard the 48-passenger submarine, and the Premium Submarine Tour aboard the 64-passenger submarine, the largest passenger submaThe Atlantis Submarines Trolley rine in the world. Both tours offer headsets with narration in English, Japanese, Mandarin, and Korean and all passengers receive a complimentary Submarine Souvenir Dive Log. The major underwater dive site off Waikïkï is the Atlantis Reef, the highlight of which is a sunken World War II oil tanker. The 176-foot vessel now rests on the ocean floor serving as a giant “condominium” for schools of fish. Additional homes for marine life were created when man-made reefs were submerged off Waikïkï Beach. These structures enhance the ecological impact of the natural reef and create one of Hawai‘i’s most spectacular dive sites. Since the introduction of the artificial reefs, marine life has been multiplied thousands of times! tlantis Submarines has completed more than 100,000 dives since the launching of its first vessel. Other passenger submarine companies come and go while Atlantis Submarines continues to lead the field in technology and popularity. Now you can stretch your vacation dollars with the Atlantis Combo. Book a sunset dinner cruise aboard Navatek I along with your submarine tour and save some cash. See the Atlantis Submarines ad on pages 6-7, Atlantis Navatek I ads on pages 8-9 and Atlantis Adventures on page 128. Call 808 944-8609 or 955-8492 for reservations or visit AtlantisSubmarines.com.
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ocated on a private beach on the west coast of O‘ahu, Germaine’s Lü‘au exudes the secret charm of old Hawai‘i. The bold call of the conch shell signals the arrival and colorful pageantry of the Royal Court of Polynesia, and the beginning of a very special experience t h a t i s u n i q u e l y. . . Germaine’s. Turn back the hands of time as you experience the inviting and true “backyard-style” lü‘au in a setting that is light years away from the hustle and bustle of Waikïkï. Watch as the kälua (roasted) pig is uncovered and raised from the smoldering imu (underground oven)! Indulge yourself in a multi-course all-you-can-eat feast of the taste-tempting authentic Hawaiian and American entrees while enjoying refreshing tropical cocktails or your favorite beverage. After dinner it’s SHOWTIME! Sit back and enjoy the most spectacular Polynesian Revue in Hawai‘i. Through the songs and dances of the South Pacific, visit the islands of Hawai‘i, Tahiti, Fiji, New Zealand and Samoa. You can even thrill to the awesome and exciting fire-knife dance! Call Germaine’s at 808 949-6626 or 808 941-3338.
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Step onto our beautiful, secluded and private beach – “35 minutes and 100 years” away from the hurried pace of Waikiki! From the sumptuous all-you-can-eat feast with your favorite beverages and exotic cocktails …to the Polynesian extravaganza with the exciting Fire Knife Dance, it’s a fun-filled evening that will bring Hawaii home to your heart!
For Free Hotel Pickup call:
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Tony Roma’s What makes Tony Roma’s one of Hawai‘i’s favorites? It’s not only the signature Baby Back Ribs, but their delicious Steaks, Seafood, Pastas and more. See their ad on page 38 for all locations.
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Battleship Missouri The “Mighty Mo,” now decommissioned, is an American icon, simultaneously serving as a symbol of strength and peace. See their ad on pages 68–69. For more information call 1-877-MIGHTY MO.
Pacific Swing Hawai‘i is an exciting new dinner/ show/dance production emceed by international recording artist Nathan Osmond. When the orchestra signals “show time,” the production takes you back to the Big Band USO tours of the 1940s with glittering, fastpaced performances, comedy and authentic swing dances. You’ll be tapping your toes and humming to the timeless music as the sparkling singers and dancers present a dazzling and energetic performance. The evening concludes with dancing to the live band playing the tunes of Glenn Miller and other famous bands of the era. Shows Wednesday to Saturday, see ad below. 1-800-453-8020, PacificSwingHawaii.com.
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n the First Friday of every month, the Honolulu Arts District comes alive for a self-guided gallery tour and lots of fun. Museums, art galleries and shops are open from 5 to 9 p.m., restaurants, bars and night spots stay open much later. The district stretches from the Hawai‘i State Art Museum at Hotel and Richards streets to the outskirts of Chinatown on River Street. First Friday’s epicenter is The ARTS at Marks Garage, 1159 Nu‘uanu Ave., where art exhibits, entertainment and demonstrations (above) are often featured. From 6 to 9 p.m. on First Fridays (except state holidays), the Hawai‘i State Art Museum (HiSAM) features Live from the Lawn performances. At the Länai Lounge upstairs, there usually is at least one band. Enjoy the music, but don’t forget to tour the HiSAM galleries! 808 586-0900. If the Hawai‘i Theatre, 1130 Bethel St., is not booked for the evening, they may offer backstage tours and more. A smaller event is Slow Art Friday, a slower-paced alternative to First Friday, held on the third Friday of the month. For event details, call The ARTS at Marks Garage, 808 521-2903, or Louis Pohl Gallery, 808 521-1812.
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If you’re eating at one of the many “Visitor” Lü‘au found throughout the island, or if you’ve been invited to a “Local” Lü‘au, one thing is certain...
Nobody Leaves Hungry!
Here is a partial list of what you may find at a: ~ Visitor Lu‘au ~ Kälua Pig (Roasted Pig), Barbeque Chicken, Cooked Island Fish, Chicken Long Rice, Lomilomi Salmon, Poi (Pounded Taro Root), Haupia (Coconut Pudding), Steamed Rice & Fresh Fruits
~ Local Lu‘au ~ Kälua Pig (Roasted Pig), Lau Lau (Meat Wrapped in Taro Leaves), Chicken Long Rice, Pipikaula (Dried Beef), Sashimi (Sliced Raw Fish), Lomilomi Salmon, Poke (Marinated Cubed Raw Fish), Poi (Pounded Taro Root), Steamed Rice, Sushi, Haupia (Coconut Pudding) And many other multi-ethnic dishes! Spotlight’s O‘ahu Gold Magazine
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he 17th Annual Honolulu Festival is a spectacular cultural event that helps promote understanding, cooperation and ethnic harmony between the people of Hawai‘i and countries of the Pacific Rim. Annually, the festival draws thousands of spectators who want to experience the culture of Hawai‘i and countries beyond through free public entertainment and activities on Saturday and Sunday, March 12 and 13. Dance performances and traditional art demonstrations are presented by artisans from Japan, Hawai‘i and other countries at four venues — Hawai‘i Convention Center, Ala Moana Shopping Center, Waikïkï Beach Walk and Waikïkï Shopping Plaza. The free performances are scheduled from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 12, and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, March 13. Also on Saturday at the Hawai‘i Convention Center is the Friendship Gala from 7 to 9 p.m. The evening offers patrons cultural performances by participating groups and regional cuisine prepared by some of Hawai‘i’s famous chefs. Call 808 926-2424 for tickets, $85. The sun sets on the Honolulu Festival with Sunday’s 17th Annual Honolulu Festival Grand Parade. The parade starts at 4:30 p.m. as a dazzling array of costumed street dancers, traditional Japanese floats, marching bands, hula troupes and others march from Fort DeRussy to Queen Kapi‘olani Park along Kaläkaua Avenue. After the parade, watch the spectacular Nagaoka Fireworks Show off Waikïkï Beach. For more information, visit HonoluluFestival.com or call the Honolulu Festival at 808 596-3327 or 926-2424. Photos: HonoluluFestival.com (top two), Nagaoka Festival Executive Committee (fireworks) and Wayne Shinbara (below).
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awaiian music is alive and being played at these and other venues around the island. Some of it may be traditional, with hula dancers, others may be more contemporary. Call ahead to confirm performers and times as schedules and acts often change without notice. Songs of old Hawai‘i are presented in a postcard-like setting, with Diamond Head in the background, at Halekulani’s House Without A Key (top). Enjoy the Hawaiian songs of a steel-guitar trio and the graceful motions of a lovely hula dancer from 5 to 8:30 p.m. daily. 2199 Kälia Rd. (page 32, 9-F), call 808 923-2311. Hawaiian music that emphasizes vocal duos can be heard from 6 to 8 p.m. nightly at the Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa. Performers, all with a hula dancer, often include the Ka‘ala Boys, DeLima ‘Ohana and others throughout the week. More island music is played from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. daily and from 8 to 11 p.m. nightly. 2353 Kaläkaua Ave. (page 32, 13-D). 808 922-3111. From 5 to 8 p.m. nightly at RumFire in the Sheraton Waikïkï Hotel, musicians such as Kamuela Kahoano, Johnny Helm, Ellsworth Simeona and others perform on different nights of the week. 2255 Kaläkaua Ave. (page 32, 10-F). 808 921-4600. njoy live Hawaiian music nightly from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Moana Terrace in the Waikïkï Beach Marriott Resort. George Kuo plays Hawaiian slack key guitar classics on Sundays while the Keawe ‘Ohana, with Pömaika‘i Keawe Lyman, granddaughter of the late Aunty Genoa Keawe, are Thursday regulars. Mel Amina, Butch Baduria and Soulbucket are also scheduled during the week. 2552 Kaläkaua Ave. (page 32, 16-E). 808 922-6611. Duke’s Canoe Club (808 922-2268), George Kuo beachside in the Outrigger Waikïkï Hotel (page 32, 12-D), presents weekend “Concerts on the Beach” from 4 to 6 p.m. with Maunalua on Fridays, Henry Kapono on Sundays, and other bands on Saturdays. There are also solo acts in the Barefoot Bar throughout the week. oolside at the Sheraton Princess Ka‘iulani, Hawaiian music and hula is presented from 6:15 to 9:15 p.m. by a different musical group nightly. Bands include the Kaimana Band, De Lima ‘Ohana, Ka‘ala Boys and others. Also, solo acts perform from 9:30 p.m. in the Pïkake Lounge. 120 Ka‘iulani St. (page 32, 13-D). 808 922-5811. Hilton Hawaiian Village® Beach Resort and Spa (page 32, 4-G) features “The Rockin’ Hawaiian Rainbow Review” Fridays at the Super Pool (808 949-7877, $), with fireworks to follow, and the Olomana at the Tapa Bar on Fridays and Saturdays (808 949-4321).
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hore Bird Restaurant & Beach Bar in the Outrigger Reef on the Beach, 2169 Kälia Rd. (page 32, 9-F), offers sunset views and Hawaiian music nightly from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. 808 922-2887. The Kani Ka Pila Grille, poolside at the Outrigger Reef, spotlights Hawaiian music from 6 to 9 p.m. nightly. Slack key guitar master Cyril Pahinui (below) often plays on Wednesdays. The Mai Tai Bar in The Royal Hawaiian (page 32, 11-E) features free Hawaiian music and hula from 6 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays. Groups rotating during the week are Kapala Duo, DeLima ‘Ohana, Glenn Mayeda Duo, Waipuna Duo, Eric Lee Trio or others. For details, call 808 923-7311. Cyril Pahinui Edge of Waikïkï, next to Sheraton Waikïkï’s Infinity Edge pool, offers “Vint-Edge” cocktails and a great view. A short fireknife dance at 6:30 p.m. is followed by Hawaiian music and hula until 8:30 p.m. 808 931-8883. Waikïkï Beach Walk’s Sunday Showcase spotlights Hawai‘i’s up-and-coming groups and established favorites in a free hourlong concert from 5 p.m. On Tuesdays from 4:30 to 6 p.m., Ku Ha’aheo, To Cherish with Pride, features adult and keiki (children) hula, uniquely blending island traditions, cultural beliefs, music, and history. Both shows, weather permitting, are on the Plaza Stage of Waikïkï Beach Walk, 226 Lewers St. 808 931-3591. On Monday to Saturday, Royal Hawaiian Center presents a free hula show from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Royal Grove. Hawaiian piano music is often played from 4 to 6 p.m., Thursday to Saturday, at the Pä‘ina Länai Food Court. On the first and third Thursdays of most months, the Royal Hawaiian Band performs Hawaiian classics from 1 to 1:45 p.m. in the Royal Grove. 808 922-2299. ne active spot for Hawaiian music outside of Waikïkï is the Aloha Tower Marketplace at Honolulu Harbor. Chai’s Island Bistro, 808 585-0011, presents beautiful Hawaiian music during dinner by Jerry Santos, Robert Cazimero solo, or with his brother Roland as The Brothers Cazimero, Danny Couch, Melveen Leed, Robi Kahakalau and others. Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant, 808 599-4877, often has Hawaiian music and is a popular site for CD-release parties by local groups. Pakele Live! features traditional and contemporary Hawaiian music and hula most Thursdays from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Pakele Lounge of the Ala Moana Hotel, 410 Atkinson Dr. The show is also streamed live on the Web at PakeleLive.com. 808 944-6839. The Royal Hawaiian Band performs at ‘Iolani Palace on most Fridays from noon to 1 p.m. and at Queen Kapi‘olani Park Bandstand from 2 to 3 p.m. several Sundays a month. For the band’s current concert schedule, Robert and Roland, — call 808 922-5331 or visit www1. The Brothers Cazimero Honolulu.gov/rhb/. Native Books Nä Mea Hawai‘i in Ward Warehouse presents “Nä Mele Nei Concert Series” from 1 to 3 p.m. at the stage adjacent to the store. The show, on the first Sunday of the month, features Gordon Frietas & Local Folk with a celebration of the music, people and dance of our Islands. 808 596-8885. Jerry Santos
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Fumi’s Kahuku Shrimp What began as a shrimp farm a dozen years ago, expanded to a shrimp truck and store where the daily fresh-from-the-farm harvest is served to the hungry public. See their ad on page 78. Call 808 232-8881.
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he National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific and the Honolulu Memorial (top photo) are set in an extinct volcano, Püowaina Crater, that residents call Punchbowl. Among the first remains to be interred there on Jan. 4, 1949, were 776 casualties from the Dec. 7, 1941, attack on Pearl Harbor. The cemetery has no burial space available but can still accommodate cremated remains. The impressive Honolulu Memorial on the northwest wall of the crater was dedicated on May 1, 1966. It honors the achievements of American Armed Forces in the Pacific during World War II, the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam Conflict. Park your vehicle behind the Memorial and explore the map galleries (above) and the ten “Courts of the Missing.” From the back of the Honolulu Memorial, walk towards the ocean on the Outer Drive and follow the “Memorial Walk” (right) up to the overlook area. You’ll be rewarded with one of the best views of busy downtown Honolulu and most of the south shore — from Diamond Head to ‘Ewa. The National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. from Sept. 30 through March 1 and until 6:30 p.m. from March 2 through Sept. 29. For more information, call 808 532-3720. Spotlight’s O‘ahu Gold Magazine
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The statue of King Kamehameha I is in front of Ali‘iölani Hale, home of the Hawai‘i Supreme Court and fictional headquarters of the “Hawaii Five-0” task force. It is on South King Street and faces ‘Iolani Palace.
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n case you’re wondering, what we call downtown is the government and financial district around Honolulu Harbor, near Aloha Tower. It’s easy to reach by city bus, TheBus routes 19, 20 and others (see page 61). Downtown Honolulu is a comfortable blend of the old, ‘Iolani Palace, and the newer and taller office buildings and condos in the neighborhood. Our bankers, lawyers and businesspeople are bustling about in dressier island wear; the traditional Chinatown merchants are selling goods with Oriental zest aside their new, artsy neighbors; the lei sellers string floral fare with timeless serenity; and everyone seems to be having a good time. walking tour of our city should include Aloha Tower Marketplace, Chinatown, the Hawai‘i State Art Museum (open Tuesday through Saturday, call 808 586-0900), and the Capitol District. Tours of historic ‘Iolani Palace are available Monday through Saturday, call 808 538-1471 for recorded information and 522-0832 for reservations. Across the street is the striking statue of King Kamehameha I (top photo). Further down King Street is City Hall (Honolulu Hale), Kawaiaha‘o Church (left), and Mission Houses Museum (below), open Tuesday–Sunday, call 808 531-0481.
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Find out about life on board the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s last battleship, including stories about kamikaze attacks. Stand in the shadows of 67-foot long guns that fired 2,700 pound shells. Walk on the decks where General MacArthur signed the surrender ending World War II. Mighty Mo Pass $20 ($10 for children 4-12). Includes Guided Tour. Call 1-877-MIGHTY MO
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No backpacks or similar bags allowed on-board. Affordable storage available. The USS Missouri Memorial Association is a private 501(c) 3 non-profit organization.
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n January 29, 1944, America’s last battleship, the Missouri, launched from Brooklyn Navy Yard into a war-torn world. Today in Pearl Harbor, the three-football-field-long floating fortress is open to visitor tours as the Battleship Missouri Memorial, one of Hawai‘i’s most popular and imposing historic attractions. The “Mighty Mo,” now decommissioned, is an American icon, simultaneously serving as a symbol of strength and peace. On Sept. 2, 1945, in Tokyo Bay, U.S. General Douglas MacArthur accepted Japan’s unconditional surrender aboard the USS Missouri, thus ending the War in the Pacific. Now berthed on Battleship Row, this magnificent vessel provides a fascinating, interactive, educational experience back through time. With her trademark 16-inch guns, the 887-foot Missouri served the United States in WWII, Korea and the first Gulf War. Following her final decommissioning in the early 1990s, she completed her final journey, arriving in Pearl Harbor in 1998 to stand watch over her fallen comrade, the USS Arizona, located a mere ship’s length away. Following a historic, multimillion-dollar maintenance and preservation effort, the Battleship Missouri returned to Battleship Row last year. Since its return, the Battleship Missouri Memorial is offering many enhanced visitor, special event and educational experiences, including new tours and pricing. The “Mighty Mo Pass” lets you choose from one of the following exciting experiences: the Mighty Mo Tour (a 35-minute guided tour), Acoustiguide Tour, Guide2Go iPod Tour, and, you are welcome to explore the ship at your leisure along a variety of marked walking-tour routes. The Battle Stations Tour (for an additional fee), is the most comprehensive of the tour options, focusing on some of the most important aspects of life at sea. Capacity and age restrictions apply and reservations are recommended. The “Mighty Mo Pass” is $20/adult and $10/child (ages 4-12) and includes choice of one of three tours. Operating hours are now 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. For information, call 808 973-2494 or visit USSMissouri.org.
Bag check & Ticketing at Pearl Harbor
Security measures prohibit purses, handbags, camera bags, or other items that offer concealment at all destinations within the Pearl Harbor Memorial Museum & Visitor Center. A bag storage area is located in the facility and a fee is charged. Tickets for all attractions are available in the Visitor Center. Spotlight’s O‘ahu Gold Magazine
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earn more about the Dec. 7, 1941, attack on Pearl Harbor by visiting the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument, 808 422-3300. The new museum and visitor center is free and open from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Ferry boats to the Arizona Memorial operate from 7:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Get to the visitor center early as the supply of free tickets for the day could be given out before noon. While waiting for your ferry time, you can visit the other Pearl Harbor Historic Sites — USS Bowfin Submarine Museum on the grounds or Pacific Aviation Museum, Battleship Missouri Memorial and USS Oklahoma Memorial on Ford Island. Tickets and information for these are available at the visitor center. Pacific Aviation Museum. One of Pearl Harbor’s Historic Sites, Pacific Aviation Museum occupies World War II-era Hangars 37 and 79 which still bear the scars of our nation’s first aviation battlefield. The museum is dedicated to showing the patriotism, valor and sacrifices made by American aviators in the Pacific and includes rare American and Japanese planes such as a 1942 Japanese Zero. New SelfGuided and Aviator’s Tours are available. Purchase tickets at PacificAviationMuseum.org or at the Pearl Harbor Historic Sites Visitor Center. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 808 441-1000. $
Take a historical trip 1000 feet up. (No parachute needed.)
Journey back to Pearl Harbor Naval Air Station on historic Ford Island in the hangars that survived the Japanese attack on December 7, 1941. Our veteran docents take you on a fascinating tour of vintage aircraft, displays and actual footage of the attack on Pearl Harbor. You’ll also find aviation memorabilia, the best food on Ford Island and fun in our combat flight simulators.
Free Combat Simulator Flight
Valid for one “Orientation Flight” per coupon with paid admission. Limit one coupon per group. Duplicate copies not accepted. Not valid with any other offer. Expires 12/31/11.
Shuttle and ticket purchase at USS Arizona Memorial and online. Open 9am to 5pm daily.
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100 Years of Aviation in Hawai‘i On Dec. 31, 1910, J.C. “Bud” Mars made the first powered airplane flight in Hawai‘i. The Curtiss P-18 biplane called the “Skylark” arrived in Honolulu by ship along with pilot Mars and crew. Thousands of residents paid to watch the short flight from a field very close to what is now Honolulu International Airport.
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hen Honolulu residents say they’re “going to the country,” most of them mean they’re headed for the North Shore of the island. The pace here is a little slower, the landscape is greener, the buildings are smaller, and the surf is better (at least during the winter months). Also, the artists are more creative, the beaches aren’t as crowded, the people are usually friendlier and the shave ice is tastier. Hale‘iwa Farmers Market. Every Sunday farmers and vendors selling fresh produce and delicious food products at the Hale‘iwa Farmers Market. Enjoy live entertainment, chat with residents and have breakfast from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Waimea-side intersection of Kamehameha Hwy and J.P. Leong Hwy. 808 388-9696. GIOVANNI’S SHRIMP TRUCK. Hawai‘i’s original white shrimp truck, Giovanni’s has become a North Shore staple with visitors and locals alike. Recently chosen as one of Hawai‘i’s “Best Finds” by the travel buffs at Travelocity, Giovanni’s has been serving up the tastiest Garlic, Hot & Spicy, and Lemon-Butter Shrimp for over 10 years. Look for the white truck on Kamehameha Highway (83) in Kahuku (page 74, 20-E). Also in Hale‘iwa. For information, call 808 293-1839, and don’t forget to sign the truck!
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Kahuku: Open 10:30 am - 6:30 pm Daily/Mon-Sun Haleiwa: Open 10:30 am - 5:00 pm Daily/Mon-Sun 56-505 Kamehameha Hwy.; Kahuku, HI 96731
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BREAKERS RESTAURANT & BAR is “The Place” where the North Shore surf culture comes to dine, relax and party — inside or out on the patio. They have steaks, seafood, pasta, salads and a Kids menu. Voted one of the Best Bars in Honolulu, it has a full sports bar with eight flat-screen TVs, late-night entertainment and Tuesday night Karaoke. Open 8 a.m.–2 a.m. in Hale‘iwa’s North Shore Marketplace, 66-250 Kamehameha Hwy. (page 74, E-9). 808 637-9898. $
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Macky’s Shrimp Truck. Everyone has eaten garlic shrimp before, but after tasting the butter garlic shrimp from Macky’s Shrimp Truck on the North Shore, you’ll know why they’ve won so many awards. Macky’s special garlic sauce is made fresh daily and the shrimp is cooked when ordered, not pre-cooked, so the hot, plump morsels are perfectly prepared and seasoned. Other flavors include lemon pepper, spicy hot and original shrimp, which are all very tasty, too. Macky’s is at 66-632 Kamehameha Hwy., at the entrance to Hale‘iwa. 808 780-1071, 780-1834. $
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Shopping in Hale‘iwa includes surfboards of all sizes. Hale’iwa town. To tour the seaside town of Hale‘iwa (page 74, 9/10–E/F), be sure to stay on Kamehameha Highway. In this rustic town, ramshackle wooden buildings house shave-ice stands, surf shops, clothing stores, art galleries, restaurants, and other hidden treasures. Since Hale‘iwa is home to big-wave surfing, stop by the low-key North Shore Surf and Cultural Museum in a corner of the North Shore Marketplace. Nearby, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Sunday, join the fun at the Hale‘iwa Farmers’ Market. Fumi’s Kahuku Shrimp. What began as a shrimp farm a dozen years ago expanded to a shrimp truck where the daily harvest is served fresh to the hungry public. Recently Fumi’s opened another store just a few hundred yards from the truck. The new site accommodates more customers with open-air seating, has live shrimp swimming in a tank, and a great view of the shrimp ponds. The fresh-from-the-farm shrimp can be prepared deep fried or pan fried with their famous garlic sauce. 808 232-8881.
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Look out, SUP (stand-up paddler) coming through!
O‘ahu Transportation TheBus. The City & County of Honolulu’s TheBus offers transportation to most popular shopping areas and visitor attractions. The one-way adult fare is $2.50, students 6 year through high school is $1.25 (exact change only) and a monthly pass is $40. The O‘ahu Discovery Passport offers four consecutive days of unlimited bus rides for $25. Visit TheBus.org or call 808 848-5555 (5:30 a.m.–10 p.m.). Rentals and Shuttles. To travel on your own schedule, rent some wheels from Adventure on 2 Wheels (808 944-3131, 921-8111) and Paradise Rent-A-Car (808 946-7777, 926-7777). For private tours or service to the airport, Arizona Memorial, Hanauma Bay, and other sites, call Charley’s Taxi (808 531-1331), I Do Cab & Limo (808 732-6441) or TV Taxi Limo Service (808 371-5278 or 772-6384). Charley’s taxi. The island’s premier taxi company is known for their consistent and high-quality service. Whether you need a cab, limousine, airport services, a medicab, or tours for yourself, a family vacation, a wedding, or for large groups, Charley’s Taxi can solve your ground transportation needs. Ask about tours, excursions and charters in taxis, limousines, luxury cars, vans, or motor coaches. See the ad below and save $3 on a ride to the airport or listed sites. For 24-hour radio dispatch, call 808 531-1331, or dial 1-877-531-1333 free from public phones.
EST. 1938 U Hawaii’s Premier Taxi Company U Highest quality U Attention to details
$3 Off TO airport only $3 Off TO or FROM:
• Aloha Tower Marketplace • Hanauma Bay • Pearl Harbor Please mention this coupon to the dispatcher when you call in your reservation and give coupon to driver before boarding. One coupon per trip, not applicable with other offers. All discounts to or from Waikiki hotels only. Offer expires 5/11/11
Email: info@charleystaxi.com
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Set Me Free!
Hawaiian Islands Disentanglement Network Coordinated by David Mattila and Ed Lyman of the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, the Hawaiian Islands Disentanglement Network operates under the authorization of the Marine Mammal Health and Stranding Response Program (MMHSRP Permit #932-1489-08) issued by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Since 2002, the network has mounted dozens of on-water responses to entangled whales. About a dozen animals have been freed of all or significant amounts of gear, some have been assessed as not having life-threatening entanglements, and others have been unsuccessful efforts or the animals were never relocated. Here is a report on a successful rescue in late 2009. On Dec. 1, 2009, the disentanglement network received a report from a Pacific Whale Foundation vessel that a young whale (foreground) traveling with its mother and an adult male off the coast of Lahaina, Maui, had heavy gauge yellow rope that was caught on both sides of the its mouth, wrapped around its head, and trailing hundreds of feet behind. After responding and assessing the situation, the rescue team determined the whale’s life was in danger but ocean conditions were too rough for a rescue attempt. A buoy was attached to the trailing line so they could keep track of the whale. Finally, on Dec. 6, 2009, the team of Ed Lyman, David Schofield and David Nichols in an inflatable boat was able to cut the ropes completely off the whale with a knife on a long pole. The action during the five-hour rescue mission 25 miles south of O‘ahu can be seen in the screen shot above from the helmet camera on Nichols and in the photo below. The top photo, from a 2007 sighting, was acquired under the authority of NOAA Fisheries MMHSRP permit #932-1489. All others are under HIHWNMS/NOAA Fisheries MMHSRP permit # 932-1905.
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“Peace Love Ukulele” ake Shimabukuro, one of the world’s most exciting and innovative ‘ukulele players and composers, released “Peace Love Ukulele” (Hitchhike Records, HRCD-1112, JakeShimabukuro.com) on Jan. 4, 2011. The 12-track CD debuted at No. 1 on the “World Albums” chart, his best showing to date, blazed the “Heatseekers” chart with a “Hot Shot” debut in the fourth position, and made it onto the “Independent Albums” chart at No. 31. Whether playing with a small combo as on most tracks or solo on studio and live versions of Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody,” Jake’s lightningfast fingers and unique playing style makes the four-string instrument come alive with great music.
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82 Waikïkï Baptist Church welcomes everyone, both local and visitors, to visit one of the primary tourist churches in Hawai‘i. For those who prefer a traditional worship style, come to the 10:45 a.m. Sunday service which features the gracious Hawaiian Christian Hula — you’ll experience a new way to worship the Lord. For a more contemporary style of fellowship, try either the 9 a.m. or 6 p.m. Sunday services. Other services, and how to find the church, are listed in the ad below. Come casual. If you plan to be on O‘ahu a few days, or a lifetime, you’ll find Waikïkï Baptist Church “Your Church in Waikïkï.” WaikikiBaptist.com. 808 955-3525. Waikïkï beach chaplaincy has, since 1970, offered a uniquely Hawaiian Christian Beach Service from 10:30 a.m. Sundays at the end of Paoa Place (page 32, G-5), adjacent to the Hilton Hawaiian Village and Hale Koa hotels. This scenic, comeas-you-are oceanside service under the direction of Chaplain Alex McAngus includes singers, musicians, sign dance and hula. Chapel Services are offered at 8:30 a.m. at the Outrigger Reef On The Beach (poolside meeting room) and the OHANA East Hotel (reception room). Call for information about the Wednesday Breakfast Meeting at 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. Prayer meeting. WaikikiBeachChaplaincy.org, 808 923-3137.
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Ross Dress For Less
ith eight stores conveniently located on O‘ahu, and three on the Neighbor Islands, Ross Dress For Less offers the most incredible bargains on the island. From dresses starting at $14.99 to a great selection of designer fashions and brand names for men, women and children, Ross makes shopping in Hawai‘i affordable again. The only off-price retailer on the island, Ross offers first-quality, name-brand merchandise, as well as a large selection of aloha wear, at savings of 20 to 60 percent off regular department store prices every day, with new merchandise arriving in the stores daily. Find big bargains at Ross Dress For Less at Ke‘eaumoku and Kanunu Streets, three blocks mauka (mountain side) of Ala Moana Shopping Center. Other O‘ahu stores are on Fort Street Mall (downtown), Hawai‘i Kai Towne Center, Pearlridge, Pearl City, Windward Shopping Center, Mililani, Kapolei and at 333 Ward Ave. next to The Sports Authority. For information, call 1-800-945-ROSS.
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id you know that you can find hidden treasure right here in the islands? At Pearl Factory, Hawaii’s original pearl-in-the-oyster jeweler and an island tradition for nearly 30 years, you’ll discover some of the most beautiful, high-quality saltwater cultured pearls in the islands. The fun begins as you personally select one of the pearlbearing oysters. With the ring of a bell and a shout of “Aloha!” your pearl treasure is unveiled right before your eyes. Once the pearl is cleaned and polished, choose from a large array of locally-created settings in a wide range of prices to create a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry. Or, just keep the pearl as a treasured memento for a modest fee. Pearl Factory stores are in the Hilton Hawaiian Village Rainbow Bazaar, 808 942-2447, and two locations in the International Market Place, 808 923-2491 and 923-2629. See the ad on page 15 and offer in the Gold Bar Coupon section.
Chai’s island Bistro Chai Chaowasaree blends Asian and contemporary cooking styles to create a feast for your eyes as well as your palate. Open for lunch and dinner. See their ad on page 37. Call 808 585-0011.
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la Moana Center presents Shop A Le‘a, its fourth annual spring shopping event, from March 21 to 27. The event presents shoppers with over 150 experiences and offers encompassing fashion, health and beauty, active lifestyle, home décor, travel, music, and cuisine. There are fashion shows and trunk shows, exclusive products, events at Centerstage, cuisine demonstrations, shopping and dining offers, and much more. For more information on Shop A Le‘a, visit AlaMoanaCenter. com or look for AlaMoanaCenter on Facebook or Twitter. Spotlight’s O‘ahu Gold Magazine
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World’s Largest Hawaiian Store Offers More! Hilo Hattie’s flagship store on Nimitz Highway is just minutes from Waikïkï and offers Hawai‘i’s largest selection of Made-In-Hawai‘i fashions and gifts. At the world’s largest manufacturer of Hawaiian products, you’ll enjoy low prices and great value on thousands of Hawai‘i products. This unique and fun one-stop-shopping experience includes: free shell lei greetings and refreshments; free hula lessons; an Aloha Shirt museum; Guinness Book of World’s Records largest Aloha Shirt (400xl); complimentary food and Kona coffee tasting; worldwide shipping; and the new Kona Bean Cafe. Free hula shows are available at 10:30 a.m. and at 12:30 & 2:30 p.m. Call 808 535-6500 or visit HiloHattie.com.
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ynn Cook, artist, author and contributor to this magazine, has created “Nä Ki‘i Pöhaku, Petroglyphs From Hawaii, A Keepsake Journal” (Bess Press Inc., BessPress. com, 808 734-7159, $14.95). Hawaiian petroglyphs are a history of Hawai‘i carved into lava canvases throughout the islands. Meant to be a journal to record your Hawai‘i experiences or drawings of your own petroglyph finds, the book contains Cook’s representation of rock art from one of the ancient fields with speculation about what the carver was trying to depict or express. The journal is available at book stores and at Bishop Museum and Mission Houses Museum.
Hawaiian Host Chocolate. As Hawai‘i’s original maker of chocolate-covered macadamia nuts, Hawaiian Host continues to share its unique “taste of aloha” with the world. Hawaiian Host only uses premium chocolate made from whole milk, giving it a rich, creamy feel. In fact, in recent taste tests conducted by an independent research company, 7 out of 10 people preferred Hawaiian Host for “Flavor,” “Chocolate Quality” and “Overall Quality. Taste the difference for yourself by picking up a box of genuine, classic, original, chocolate-covered macadamias from Hawaiian Host. Available at retail stores throughout the Hawaiian Islands.
Where Locals Go For 4 BIG BLOCKS of Shopping, Dining, Entertainment and Festivities. More than 100 one-of-a-kind shops, 22 restaurants and a 16-screen megaplex. Plus Hawaii’s only Nordstrom Rack and Dave & Buster’s. Located one block from Ala Moana Center. Free parking.
wardcenters.com Phone: 591- 8411
Ward 16 Theatre | Over 100 Specialty Stores | 22 Restaurants Ward Warehouse | Ward Gateway Center Ward Entertainment Center | Ward Village | Ward Centre
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ilo Hattie has truly created a unique and fun onestop Hawaiian shopping experience. No other store offers such a wide variety of Made-In-Hawai‘i fashions and gifts. Visitors and locals can discover the largest selection of Hawaiian fashions, souvenirs, home & kitchen accessories, bath and body, gourmet foods, and stunning Island Jewelry. Since Hilo Hattie is also Hawai‘i’s largest manufacturer, you’ll enjoy low prices and great values on thousands of Hawaiian products. Hilo Hattie’s flagship Nimitz location is the world’s largest Hawaiian store with exclusive Hawaiian merchandise not available elsewhere. On arrival you receive a free shell lei greeting, complimentary refreshments and free Kona coffee & food samplings. Free hula lessons, an Aloha Shirt Museum and free hula shows are also available. No car? Just hop on board Hilo Hattie’s free trolley shopping shuttle with a narrated tour of Honolulu on the way to the Nimitz store. An optional drop-off is then available at Ala Moana Shopping Center. Pick-ups and drop-offs are every 30 minutes from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 12 Waikïkï hotels. Hilo Hattie has two stores on O’ahu — its mega store on 700 N. Nimitz Highway (9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. daily) and at Ala Moana Shopping Center, ocean-side/street-level, next to Old Navy. Call 808 535-6500 or visit HiloHattie.com.
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by Linda Ching Brilliant award winning photography illustrating Hawaii’s most beloved legends and stories by renown author/photographer Linda Ching. A decade in the making, now available at Borders Books, Macy’s Ala Moana, Native Books Ward Centre. for more information
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Ritz camera. Prevent airport security x-ray damage to film by having it developed before you leave. Ritz can develop and print film in one hour, make prints from a digital camera or burn the digital files to a DVD. Ritz Camera stores offers low, “mainland” prices on processing, cameras, binoculars, tripods, camera bags, memory cards, and video tapes. See the ad below for special prices on digital prints. Ritz is in Ala Moana Center, call 808 943-6391.
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Honolua Surf Co. is Hawai‘i’s premiere board-sport lifestyle shop for all men’s and women’s apparel needs. With premium brands such as Billabong, Von Zipper, Dakine, Nixon, Element RVCA, KUSTOM and Honolua Surf Co., these shops have you covered from head to toe. Honolua Surf Co. has four O‘ahu locations — Outrigger Waikïkï on the Beach, Hilton Hawaiian Village, Waikiki Beachwalk and Sheraton Princess Ka’iulani. So visit Honolua Surf Co. today and get styled. Learn more at HonoluaSurf.com.
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HONOLULU THEN... The new book “Historic Photos of Honolulu” with text and captions by Clifford Kapono is a wonderful collection of scenes of Honolulu and Waikïkï from the mid-19th to the mid-20th centuries. (ISBN: 9781596524996; $39.95. It is part of the “Historic Photos of…” series from Turner Publishing Company, 1800-788-3350, TurnerPublishing.com.)
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loha and welcome to Hawai‘i’s beaches! To be safe in all seasons, beachgoers and ocean recreationalists should heed the following ocean-safety signs. But remember, not all beaches have signs or signs may be posted a little further down the beach than where you are. So, if you see an orange flag and a sign on a post—check it out! If in doubt, don’t go out! he ocean is never more inviting than in Hawai‘i, but don’t take it for granted. During winter months, the South Shore is generally calm as a lake while the North Shore has rougher surf and riptides. The opposite is true in summer. To be safe in all seasons, beachgoers should keep the following tips in mind. Pick a beach with a lifeguard. However, keep in mind that although there are lifeguards at many O‘ahu beaches, they can’t watch everyone all the time. They are usually on duty from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Some beaches may vary, call 808 922-3888. Ask A lifeguard or locals. Before going in examine the ocean. Is there anyone else in it?—if not, find out why! Study the waves, their frequency and size; look for currents and riptides. Ask a lifeguard about the conditions and which areas to avoid. For a daily update, call 808 922-3888 and press *51 or visit OceanSafety. soest.hawaii.edu/?i=oahu or is.gd/4KP7. Pay attention to signs posted on coastal areas. Ocean conditions can change radically in a short time. When possible, signs are posted to save you from harm! Signs may warn about large waves, undertows, slippery rocks, stinging jellyfish, and other hazards—but they can’t be everywhere. During rough ocean conditions, avoid the urge to pose in areas with waves breaking around you. Large waves have knocked people over and pulled them in. If you see someone in trouble, find a lifeguard or call 911 and report the location (see photo) and situation.
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f you have been visiting Honolulu for a long time, “Waikïkï Tiki” by Phillip S. Roberts (Bess Press Inc., BessPress.com, 808 734-7159, $22.95) should bring back lots of fond memories of long-gone tiki bars and tiki culture. This is not about Hawaiian culture and the traditional art of ki‘i (tiki) carving, but rather an outstanding collection of photos, memorabilia, comments and remembrances about tikis used in buildings, restaurants, bars, as drink glasses, souvenirs, etc. After reading this, you’ll probably be looking for tikis around every corner of Waikïkï!
Box Jellyfish Advisory
Stinging box jellyfish often “invade” west and south shore beaches between 7 to 11 days after the full moon — around March 25 to 29 and April 25 to 29. The advisory is usually for Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, Waikïkï, and Ala Moana beaches, but ocean conditions could bring jellyfish in on off-cycle days and/or to other beaches. For a daily report on beach conditions, call 808 922-3888. When box jellyfish are in the water, lifeguards will have this sign posted. Stay out of the water. If you are stung, seek assistance from a lifeguard and, if you have an allergic reaction, call 911. More information at 808jellyfish.com or waquarium.org/boxjelly-calendar.html.
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Beaches Ala Moana Beach Waikïkï Beach Hanauma Bay Waimänalo Beach Kailua Beach Sunset Beach ‘Ehukai Beach Waimea Bay Hale‘iwa Beach Mäkaha Beach
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Ala Moana Beach Park & Magic Island. A favorite for its clear waters, soft sand and numerous picnic facilities in the adjacent park. The sandy lagoon is perfect for swimming. Waikïkï Beach. Perhaps the world’s most famous beach, Waikïkï has been the backdrop for movies and the starting place for many a romance. A suntanner’s paradise, warm waters are perfect for snorkeling and surfing. Hanauma Bay. Situated in the crater of an ancient volcano, Hanauma Bay is a world-class snorkeling and scuba diving spot. The sea life here is protected by law and the fish are so tame that they will swim right up to you. About 20 minutes from Waikïkï. Waimänalo Beach. A great spot to learn how to bodysurf or boogie-board because of the small, gentle waves that roll in here. Also great for picnicking.
Wave photo by Vince Cavataio – www.vincecavataio.com
Kailua Beach. This is O‘ahu’s wind and kite surfing capital. Take a lesson from one of the schools based in the area or just relax in the sand and gentle surf. Sunset Beach. Aptly named for its spectacular sunsets, this is the site of the World Cup of Surfing. Although rough during winter, the beach can be calm and good for snorkeling during summer. ‘Ehukai Beach. This is the site of the famous “Banzai Pipeline,” where waves break in a hollow fashion. Surfers disappear inside the “tube” and emerge seconds later—surfing’s ultimate maneuver. Usually calm and safe during summer. Waimea Bay. This is the site of the biggest rideable surf in the world. In the winter, the surf can reach heights of 40 feet. Usually calm and clear in summer. Hale‘iwa Beach Park. Just past Hale‘iwa Town on the North Shore, this park features a sandy beach, playing field, basketball courts, picnic tables, and restrooms. Mäkaha Beach. In O‘ahu’s laid-back Westside, Mäkaha is best known for its perfect winter surf. Usually calm during summer months. Spotlight’s O‘ahu Gold Magazine
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Paradise Cove Lü‘au No visit to Hawai‘i is complete without enjoying a traditional lü‘au and show – and no lü‘au is more complete and set in a beautiful location then Paradise Cove Lü‘au. See their ad on page 53. Call 808 842-5911.
SNORKEL BOB’s SEAMO BETTA™ & LI’L MO BETTA™ Rx masks are available by the day, the week, or for keeps. BUBBA SNORKELS (adult & kid sizes) drain splash water, block backwash and clear easy. I, SB, designed & built these beauties. Boogie boards, beach chairs & 24-HOUR INTERISLAND EXPRESS GEAR RETURN. Book 2 seats on most adventures and get a FREE Reef Art Beach Bag or Boogie Board for the week (Reg. $26). A Reef Time Hawai‘i DVD is 35 min. of reef footage with Hawaiian music at 1/2 price with a set of snorkel gear for the week. Proceeds benefit The Snorkel Bob Foundation, defending Hawai‘i’s reefs. Waikïkï: 700 Kapahulu Avenue, on the way to Hanauma Bay at 808 735-7944 and www.SnorkelBob.com. All islands 8-5 Every Day.
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Watersports connection is the gold deal for parasailing, jet skiing, banana boat rides, and snorkeling. Combine snorkeling at world-famous Hanauma Bay and a banana boat ride with either parasail or jet ski for a get-wet, family-fun experience. Watersports Connection features tremendous values for visitors and residents alike and will not be undersold! They are conveniently located near Waikïkï with ample parking available. Reservations are absolutely necessary, book early to ensure your spot. For reservations and more information, call 808 395-3793.
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LAVA OCEAN ADVENTURES. To view red-hot lava flowing into the sea on the Big Island of Hawai‘i, step aboard Lavakai and get a front-row seat to the hottest show on Earth. The 34-footer is USCG rated for 24 passengers, offering a one-of-a-kind roller coaster ride to the lava’s ocean entry. Powered by two quiet 200HP Honda motors, Lavakai combines speed, stability, and safety for the ultimate ride to the flow. While there, experience red-hot lava, underwater upwellings, giant plume clouds, volcanic explosions, black-sand beaches, and more! Visit LavaOcean.com or call 808 966-4200.
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A surfer enjoys a decent-size wave while those in the background keep watching for a larger swell. Kualoa Ranch, a scenic 40-minute drive from Waikïkï, is one of the most beautiful and sacred Hawaiian places. Its 4,000 private acres of mountains and valleys are accessible by all-terrain vehicles, horseback, and Jeep and bus tours that travel into lush Ka‘a‘awa Valley or to the lookouts and jungle trails of Hakipu‘u. Visit an ancient Hawaiian fishpond, ride an ocean voyaging catamaran, or take a tour to see where “Battleship,” “Hawaii Five-0“ and other shows were filmed. To ask about the new Sunset Experience Dinner Package or the Royal Experience Tour, call 808 237-7321 or visit www.Kualoa.com.
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“I love Kailua” Town Party Come on over to Windward O‘ahu for the 19th annual “I Love Kailua” Town Party held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 17. Kailua Town comes alive as dozens of merchants, restaurants, artists and crafters bring food, fun and festivities to Kailua Road. The area from Ku‘ulei Road to Hahani Street is blocked to traffic and booths offer tasty island food from nearby restaurants, handmade crafts from Windward artisans and Kailua Town souvenir merchandise. There is a keiki fun zone, a plant sale and entertainment, including Puamana shown above. A $3 commemorative button is required to buy scrip for food purchases. 808 234-0404 or visit LaniKailuaOutdoorCircle.org.
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his marine sanctuary on the southeastern portion of O‘ahu is home to approximately 420 species of tropical reef fish. Known as one of Hawai‘i’s premier snorkeling spots, Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve is very popular with residents and visitors alike because of its clear and calm waters and sandy beach. The Hanauma Bay Marine Education Center in the upper area houses interactive exhibits, a gift shop and a small theatre where first-time visitors are required to view a seven-minute educational video that shows Hanauma Bay’s marine life and how to protect and care for the preserve. There are restrooms and a food concession in the upper lot. At beach level there is a snorkeling equipment concession, dressing rooms, restrooms and an information kiosk. Hanauma Bay is open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. (until 7 p.m. in summer) Wednesday through Monday and closed all day Tuesday. It is open until 10 p.m. on the second Saturday in winter and the second and fourth Saturdays in summer. There is a parking fee of $1 per car and $7.50 admission fee per person 13 years and older. For details, call the information line at 808 396-4229 or visit HanaumaBayHawaii.org.
Atlantis Submarines Stewards of the Sea
Atlantis Submarines has adopted small quiet corners of Hawai‘i’s marine world, and for two decades has been sharing the message of, “Mälama ‘Äina/Mälama Kai (Care for the Land/Care for the Sea),” with our more than seven million guests to date. Our message is that we must all take personal responsibility for the stewardship of the land and sea and do what we can to help our planet be more sustainable.
A “Green” Submarine
Sharing Hawai‘i’s Marine World: Atlantis Submarines launched its U.S. operations with its Kona dive site in 1988. Atlantis opened its second Hawai‘i dive site (sixth worldwide) off Waikïkï in 1989 and added its third site off Lahaina a year later in 1991. Environmentally Friendly: Atlantis takes every precaution to ensure that its vessels are operating cleanly and safely to help preserve Hawai‘i’s fragile marine world. Clean Propulsion: Each Atlantis Submarine is a battery-powered, non-polluting vessel that emits nothing more than compressed air into the ocean. Careful Navigation: Atlantis maintains a safe distance above the delicate reef corals to prevent any damage to living creatures. Our submarines have two stern thrusters, two vertical thrusters, and one at the bow to ensure careful maneuvering. Federally Certified: The submarines used by Atlantis are U.S. Coast Guard approved American Bureau of Shipping Class A1 manned submersibles.
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Makapu‘u Lighthouse Trail
In Ka Iwi State Scenic Shoreline Park Located on the eastern tip of O‘ahu, the Ka Iwi State Scenic Shoreline is part of the undeveloped coastline that stretches from Hanauma Bay to Waimänalo. Access to the park is from Kalaniana‘ole End of paved trail Highway (see map Lookouts on page 72, C-26), about a half mile past the Hawaii Kai Golf Course. There is no entrance fee, but a parking fee is expected soon. The parking lot is open from 7 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. from September through March and until 7:45 p.m. from April through August, but check signs to be sure. The one-mile trail to the lookouts above the Makapu‘u Lighthouse is paved until the area just before the lookouts. It is an old access road and full of potholes, and the unpaved path to the lookouts is full of loose rocks, so watch your footing. The trail has some steep inclines, you may want to pause and take pictures often. A leisurely round trip could take 90 minutes to two hours. There are no restrooms, water or shade along the way, so prepare accordingly. Access to the lighthouse itself is restricted. Stay on the main road and don’t go beyond the fences. As you get above the parking lot, the view on the right (west) includes Sandy Beach and Koko Crater. From higher up the trail and looking east, you may see the islands of Moloka‘i and Läna‘i on the horizon on a clear day. The area is usually very dry, but prickly pear cactus, night-blooming cereus and tiny, orange ‘ilima blossoms, the official flower of O‘ahu (right), can often be seen along the trail. From November through May, watch the ocean for humpback whales frolicking in the deeper waters. When leaving, take a right from the parking lot and turn into the next parking lot for the Makapu‘u Lookout. It has a view (below) similar to the one at the top of the trail, so if you don’t have time to do the hike, stop here for photos. For more information, go to HawaiiStateParks.org.
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VASH may be able to offer some assistance if you are a visitor and… • You are a victim of a crime.
• You have suffered a medical emergency. • You have lost your purse or wallet. • You have been involved in an accident. • You have had a death of a family member or friend.
Examples of Services we may be able to offer: • Information & referral. • Assistance in finding lodging. • Local emergency transportation. • Resources to meet immediate need for food. • Hospital visitations. • Assistance with changes to travel due to an emergency. • Liaison with local agencies.
Here are some Travel Safety Tips when you arrive at your destination: • If you arrive too early to check into your hotel, ask them to hold your luggage so it’s not left in the car. • Don’t leave any valuables in your car – not even in a locked trunk. • Never leave your purse or wallet unattended – take special care while sightseeing. • Leave extra cash & credit cards in a hotel safe; take just what you need. For more information, contact us at:
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Parasail, Jet Ski, Ocean Walker, Power Boat #1 Jet Ski, Parasail, Power Boat $75 #2 Jet Ski, Parasail, Honolulu Screamer $115 #3 Jet Ski, Parasail, Honolulu Screamer, Ocean Walker $145
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Get a profoundly satisfying massage. $ 30% OFF One Hour Massage: $80
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Come and enjoy the unique experience, fun and excitement of discovering your own treasure at the Pearl Factory. FREE pearl-bearing oyster with purchase of any 14K gold setting starting at $19.99.
RENT A MOPED $ Enjoy Hawaii, feel alive and free on a MOPED! Great photos/views! Lots of fun!!!
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For Reservations Call: 944-3131 / 1946 Ala Moana Blvd. (Kitty corner from the Hilton Hawaiian Village) 921-8111 / 2552 Lemon St. (Off Kapahulu Ave.)
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Second Saturday
Hawai‘i State Art Museum
This free family event on the second Saturday of each month features hands-on learning activities in arts and crafts plus quick tours of the museum. Activities are from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday to Saturday, admission is free. 250 South Hotel St., 808 586-0900, hawaii.gov/sfca
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pearl harbor Visitor Center Arrive at the new Pearl Harbor Visitor Center early to get tickets for the shuttle boat to the USS Arizona Memorial. Free tickets are given out from 7:30 a.m., arriving later will mean a longer wait for your shuttle time. Meanwhile, tour the new facility and exhibits or arrange to visit the USS Bowfin Museum, Battleship Missouri Memorial, Pacific Aviation Museum, or the USS Oklahoma Memorial. Links to all attractions are at PearlHarborHistoricSites.org.
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What’s A Loco Moco? The Loco Moco is a local fast-food item original concocted in Hilo in 1949. What is it? Well, take a fried egg (or two) and a hamburger patty (or two), plop them on a mound of rice, smother it with brown gravy and you have a traditional Loco Moco. Many local eateries claim to have the best Loco Moco and even a few mainland franchises have their own versions on island menus, so give it a try!
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Package Includes: Mask, Snorkel, Fins, Snorkeling Instructions & Bay Map. Pick-Up: 7:30 / 9:00 / 10:30 / 11:55 / 1:20 / 2:30 Return : 11:10 / 12:45 / 2:00 / 3:20 / 4:40 / 5:00 flexible return times
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Hilton Hawaiian Village (Rainbow Bazaar) 1.808.942.2447 International Market Place 1.808.923.2491 Toll free: 1.800.260.3912 Not valid with any other offers. Present coupon at time of purchase. Expires 5/11/11
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2552 Lemon Rd. (Waikiki) • Honolulu, HI 96815
We have something to suit everyone. Good, Clean & Affordable • 1 block from Waikiki beach • Open 24 hours Kitchens and TV • Call us for more details.
Lïhu‘e Airport (LIH), Kaua‘i: 30 min. Kahului Airport (OGG), Maui: 30 min. Kapalua-West Maui Airport (JHM), Maui: 30 min. Moloka‘i Airport (MKK), Moloka‘i: 20 min. Läna‘i Airport (LNY), Läna‘i: 25 min. Hilo Int’l Airport (ITO), Hawai‘i Island: 40 min. Kona Int’l Airport (KOA), Hawai‘i’ Island: 35 min.
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Planning to go island hopping? Here are estimated flight times from Honolulu Int’l Airport (HNL) to:
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When Protestant missionaries arrived in the islands in the 1820s, they determined that Hawaiian women needed to cover their bodies. The Victorian-style Mother Hubbard dress, floor-length and loose fitting with a high neck and long sleeves, was the garment of choice. The Mother Hubbard was called holokü by the Hawaiians. When shorter length garments, minus the sleeves and high neck, were designed, they were called mu‘umu‘u, the Hawaiian word for cut off or shortened.
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O‘ahu Civil Defense Agency issues advisories to warn of high surf, flooding and other emergency situations. Current advisories and notifications are available by calling 808 7238960 or online at co.honolulu.hi.us/dem. A recording of the NOAA Weather Update is available at 808 973-5286.
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The Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center presents:
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• Ocean coastline tour • Sanitized dive gear (Mask, snorkel, and fins)
•Crossings: Photographs by Andrew Binkley and Inka Resch; •Suzanne Wolfe: Cup(S); •In the News: Bernice Akamine, Vince Hazen, Mac James, and Pearlyn Salvador From March 4 to July 15 Open during First Hawaiian Bank hours and from 7 to 9 p.m. on most First Fridays 999 Bishop St. (Bishop at South King streets) FREE • Information: 808 526-1322
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Waikïkï Historic Trail Those surfboard-shaped bronze markers you see around Waikïkï are part of the Waikïkï Historic Trail. Unfortunately, tours of the trail are no longer available, but you can still take a virtual tour or download the information and map from WaikikiHistoricTrail.com.
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Bank of Hawaii Family Sunday
On the third Sunday of most months, Bank of Hawaii invites residents and visitors to explore the Honolulu Academy of Arts free of charge! Enjoy live music and dance performances, video screenings, storytelling, keiki art projects, and other family-friendly activities based on a different theme each month. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; activities end at 3 p.m. 900 S. Beretania St. • FREE • 808 532-8700, 532-8701
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Brah/Bruddah — Brother: “Eh, brah, wat’s up?” Da kine — The kind; used in place of anything understood, as in: “You get da kine? Da kine wen borrow mine’s.” Kaukau (cowcow) — Food or to eat: “Some ‘ono this kaukau.” ‘Ono — Very good. For food, same as “broke da mout’.” Slippah — Rubber slippers; flip flops; most common form of footwear in Hawai’i.
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Amelia Earhart First person to fly alone From Hawaii to North America January 11, 1935
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edicated on March 14, 1937, the marker on the eastern end of Diamond Head Lookout (not at the top of Diamond Head, but on Diamond Head Road near the lighthouse) reads:
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A group of young volunteers at the Honolulu Academy of Arts presents ARTafterDARK on the last Fridays of January through October. It’s a specially themed soirée that includes fun, socializing, gallery tours, entertainment, and food and drinks for purchase. ARTafterDARK runs from 6 to 9 p.m. 900 S. Beretania St. • $ • 808 532-6091 or 532-8700
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What is the time difference on the continental U.S.? With Daylight Savings Time in effect from March 13 to November 6, Hawai‘i stays on Hawai‘i Standard Time (GMT minus 10 hours). This means we are 3 hours behind Pacific Daylight Time and 6 hours behind Eastern Daylight Time. So, at 6 a.m. here, it is 9 a.m. on the West Coast and noon on the East Coast.
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First Friday gallery walk
The galleries, museums, bars, and clubs in the Chinatown/Downtown arts district invite you to stroll through the neighborhood for receptions, entertainment and other events on the first Friday of the month from 5 to 9 p.m. (later for bars and clubs). Also, from 6 to 9 p.m., except on holidays, there is usually entertainment on the lawn and upstairs at the Hawai‘i State Art Museum (808 586-0900). The ARTS at Marks Garage 1159 Nu‘uanu Ave. • 808 521-2903
Pearl Harbor/City Tour • Professional narration by local guides • Navy boat to Arizona Memorial • Movie with actual footage of attack • Hilo Hattie Hawaiian Store • Maui Divers Pearl Factory • FREE hula lessons (optional) • ‘Iolani Palace & Kamehameha Statue
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How You Can Help Preserve Hawai‘i’s Reefs •Leave the beach cleaner than you found it •Keep the ocean clean – any kind of litter can harm the reef and the fish •Practice floating! Stay off the reef – one touch can harm it; more can kill it •Enjoy marine life, but no touching, chasing or feeding please •Use an ash can for your cigarettes •Support reef-friendly businesses. Ask your fishing, snorkeling, diving, hotel and other operators how they protect the reef
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Sunday Showcase On Lewers Waikïkï Beach Walk’s popular Sunday Showcase music series highlights a wide variety of island performers and musical styles with a different group playing each week. This free hour-long concert on Sundays (weather permitting) usually begins at 5 p.m. at the Plaza Stage on Lewers Street. For information, call 808 931-3591.
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Reminder to Drivers
You can’t really tell by all the violators on the road, but drivers are NOT allowed to use cell phones and other electronic items while driving, unless using a hands-free device. Police officers can issue a citation that carries a fine of $67. The law includes, but is not limited to, cell phones, PDAs, pagers, textmessaging devices, laptop computers, video-game players, and digital cameras. Note, if you pull off the road to take or make a call, your engine must be off or you could still be cited.
Details: 808 529-3111 or go to HonoluluPD.org
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The native yellow hibiscus (Hibiscus brackenridgei A. Gray), also known as the Pua Aloalo or Ma‘o-hau-hele, has been designated the official flower of the State of Hawai‘i.
University of Hawai‘i Athletics
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University of Hawai‘i Mänoa Warrior Volleyball, Rainbow Baseball and Rainbow Wahine Softball teams are in action during this period. For schedules and tickets, go to
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