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February 2020
43rd Annual Waimea Town Celebration: Paniolo Hat Lei Contest
Island Happenings »Make a lei appropriate for cowboy hats and enter 1 or 2 categories;"Most Beautiful"(use only fresh materials) and "Most Unique"(any material is acceptable). Drop off lei entries between 7:00 and 8:20 am. Awards will be given at 6:00pm on Saturday. For additional info, please contact Carrie Newcomb 634-0815.
43rd Annual Waimea Town Celebration: Na`i Ole Kaumuali`i Canoe Regatta
Island Happenings »Traditional Hawaiian outrigger canoes race along the Waimea shoreline competing in the Century (+300), Half-Century (+150) and Quarter Century (+75) Divisions for men, women and mixed crews. Lunch provided for all paddlers. Spectators enjoy FREE admission. for more information
43rd Annual Waimea Town Celebration: Super Duper 2’s Ice Cream Eating Contest
Island Happenings »Super Duper 2's Ice Cream Eating Contest is FREE to participate, Sign up at 11:30am next to the big stage at the Heritage of Aloha Hoolaulea. Age categories are as follows 5 to 8 years old, 9 to 15, 16 to 25, 25 to 35, 36 to 54, 55 + years old. For additional info, please contact Lisa Johnston 808-652-7984.
43rd Annual Waimea Town Celebration: Scotty’s Music Ukulele Contest
Island Happenings »Rules are (1) 3 minutes maximum per song; (2) 1 song per entry; (3) Soloists only, no groups allowed; (4) Judged on presentation, tone, showmanship, difficulty of song and overall performance. Only ʻukulele talent will be judged (not singing). Age groups: Up to 6th grade; 7th to 9th grade; 10th to 12th grade; and Adults. All entries will win a prize. ʻUkulele awarded to 1st place winners AND to the "Best ʻUkulele Picker" in memory of Byron Hahn-Morin. For additional…
The 20th Annual E Pili Kākou I Ho’okahi Lāhui
Island Happenings »E Pili Kakou I Ho’okahi Lahui is a Hawaiian hula conference and retreat that has been held for over 19 years. Our program has a global reach and has been held on the Island of Kaua’i, Japan, Tahiti &Marquesas. In addition, we have held our retreats in Canada and California to include Sacramento and San Diego. A multi-two day seminar in which non-hula dancers, hula students, leaders, experts, and teachers to come together in a common bond to celebrate the…
March 2020
Aloha Sophia Wellness Spinal Care Class
Kama'aina »Be Empowered with Spinal Care Tools for A Lifetime - Free Spinal Care Class Monday March 9th, 2019 at 7:15pm Learn about Network Spinal Analysis (NSA), the NSA Levels of Care, the goals and expectations of Level 1: Basic Care, and how to participate more fully in your healing process. Learn the biomechanics of the spine, including proper and safe lifting techniques, exercises to reduce stress in the workplace, and good habits about the do's and don'ts of spinal care.…
Hawaiian Language & Detours Book Launch
Island Happenings »Join us for an introductory Hawaiian Language course with Kumu Malia Nobrega-Olivera at 5:30pm which will be followed by a presentation at 7pm based on the stories about our communities and ‘āina (land) featured in Detours: A Decolonial Guide to Hawai‘i. Featuring book contributors- Malia Nobrega-Olivera, Mehana Blaich Vaughan, and Vernadette Vicuña Gonzalez, editor Many people first encounter Hawai‘i through the imagination—a postcard picture of hula girls, lu‘aus, and plenty of sun, surf, and sea. While Hawai‘i is indeed beautiful,…
The Color Run
Featured Events »Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School Team Unify wants to raise awareness and money for Special Olympics Kauai. We would like for you to help us support inclusion and acceptance through a fun and unique activity, The Color Run. The Color Run is a 1-3 mile untimed event. Color Runners will be doused from head to toe in different colored powders as they run. Participants will wear white at the starting line and finish the race plastered with color. The money raised…
April 2020
CSL Kaua’i’s Doors Are “Virtually” OPEN This Sunday!
Kama'aina »Tune into CSL’s online-only celebration every Sunday at 9 AM with messages from Rev. Rita Andriello-Feren and Rev. Patrick Feren. Includes: contemplation, centering and spiritual mind treatments and live music. During this time of uncertainty and social distancing, Center for Spiritual Living Kaua’i has transformed into an online center — providing inspirational services and programs to spiritually feed our souls until we can meet again, physically. What we know is that the power that lives and breathes within each and…
July 2020
Kamali’i Challenge
Island Happenings »The Kamali'i Challenge is a non-profit Keiki Fishing Tournament taking place on Saturday July 25 from 8am to 1pm at the Port Allen Small Boat Harbor. Keiki ages 3 to 15 and their families can join community members for a fun day of fishing, prizes, food and booths. Entry is free! Contact Kamaliichallenge@gmail.com On Instagram @kamaliichallenge For more info
November 2020
Ping Pong at Kilauea Neighborhood Center
Kama'aina »Come play ping pong on Sundays 3-5pm at the Kilauea Neighborhood Center. 16 years and older welcome. FREE- We supply the tables, paddles and balls. Takes place in the classroom to the left of the gym. For more info call: Jodi at 503 449-7129
Open Mic Poipu
Kama'aina »An event every week that begins at 4:30 pm on Sunday, repeating until December 27th, 2020
Every Sunday, Open Mic Poipu 4:30 to 7 pm at Paco's Tacos Cantina in the Kiahuna Golf Club. We provide everything you need to perform. Also, we give away a $10 Paco's Tacos gift certificate to each of our first 5 performers each Sunday. Locals and visitors all welcome!
Waipa Farmers Market
Island Happenings »An event every week that begins at 3:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until December 29th, 2020
Fresh, local, delicious produce and ready-made foods. A variety of Kauai-made crafts and value-added products. Held weekly on Tuesdays, rain or shine. Special Kupuna half hour begins at 3pm, all others welcome from 3:30-5:30pm. Face masks/coverings are required to enter the Market. Located a half mile north of Hanalei Town at 5-5785 Kuhio Highway in the old ranch field, adjacent to the highway. We hope to see you there & appreciate your support of our Foundation and Kauai's local vendors! …
Community Caring Day at Lawai International Center
Kama'aina »An event every month that begins at 9:00 am on day First of the month, repeating until January 2nd, 2021
Lawai International Center is sparkling from the caring hands of helpful volunteers. Please join us as we nurture the grounds and plant orchids together on every first Saturday of the month from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Lunches made by the aunties of Lawai will be served. Bring the following items if you have them, otherwise we have extra tools: 1. Hand gardening tools (garden gloves, light hand weeders, clippers, sickles and rakes) 2. Weed Wackers, hedge trimmers, brush cutters.…
Ping Pong at Kilauea Neighborhood Center
Kama'aina »Come play ping pong on Sundays 3-5pm at the Kilauea Neighborhood Center. 16 years and older welcome. FREE- We supply the tables, paddles and balls. Takes place in the classroom to the left of the gym. For more info call: Jodi at 503 449-7129
Open Mic Poipu
Kama'aina »An event every week that begins at 4:30 pm on Sunday, repeating until December 27th, 2020
Every Sunday, Open Mic Poipu 4:30 to 7 pm at Paco's Tacos Cantina in the Kiahuna Golf Club. We provide everything you need to perform. Also, we give away a $10 Paco's Tacos gift certificate to each of our first 5 performers each Sunday. Locals and visitors all welcome!
Ping Pong at Kilauea Neighborhood Center
Kama'aina »Come play ping pong on Sundays 3-5pm at the Kilauea Neighborhood Center. 16 years and older welcome. FREE- We supply the tables, paddles and balls. Takes place in the classroom to the left of the gym. For more info call: Jodi at 503 449-7129
Open Mic Poipu
Kama'aina »An event every week that begins at 4:30 pm on Sunday, repeating until December 27th, 2020
Every Sunday, Open Mic Poipu 4:30 to 7 pm at Paco's Tacos Cantina in the Kiahuna Golf Club. We provide everything you need to perform. Also, we give away a $10 Paco's Tacos gift certificate to each of our first 5 performers each Sunday. Locals and visitors all welcome!
Ping Pong at Kilauea Neighborhood Center
Kama'aina »Come play ping pong on Sundays 3-5pm at the Kilauea Neighborhood Center. 16 years and older welcome. FREE- We supply the tables, paddles and balls. Takes place in the classroom to the left of the gym. For more info call: Jodi at 503 449-7129
Open Mic Poipu
Kama'aina »An event every week that begins at 4:30 pm on Sunday, repeating until December 27th, 2020
Every Sunday, Open Mic Poipu 4:30 to 7 pm at Paco's Tacos Cantina in the Kiahuna Golf Club. We provide everything you need to perform. Also, we give away a $10 Paco's Tacos gift certificate to each of our first 5 performers each Sunday. Locals and visitors all welcome!