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Calendar of Eco-Cultural Events Oahu August 2008 |
Preserving our Land - Perpetuating our Culture
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OBON DANCE & FESTIVAL - WAIALUA HONGWANJI MISSION Place: WAIALUA HONGWANJI MISSION, 67-313 Kealohanui St, Waialua, HI 96791, (808) 625-0925 Date: 8/2/2008 The Obon tradition was brought to Hawaii by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making. Waialua Hongwanji Mission, 67-313 Kealohanui St. Dance begins at 7:30 p.m. |
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HONOLULU FAMILY FESTIVAL Place: Magic Island, Ala Moana Beach Park, Honolulu, HI 96814, 808-275-3014 Date: 8/7/2008 through 8/10/2008 After two successful years of record-breaking attendance, the Honolulu Family Festival returns to Magic Island for not one, but two fun-filled weekends of food, entertainment, rides, and more. |
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OBON DANCE & FESTIVAL - PEARL CITY HONGWANJI MISSION Place: 858 2nd St, Pearl City, HI 96782, (808) 455-1680 Date: 8/8/2008 through 8/9/2008 The season of remembrance of honoring the spirit of those that passed on, celebrated with special services (6:30 p.m.) and festivals (7:30 p.m.). Pearl City Hongwanji Mission, 858 2nd St. |
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FIREWORKS BY SAIL Place: Waianae Boat Harbor, Slip A-11, Waianae, HI 96792, (808) 306-7273 Date: 8/10/2008 Its not Fourth of July but there will be a grand Fireworks Display Aug. 9th, right over the ocean of the leeward coast as part of Waianae's Sunset on the Beach. If you didnt catch our sold-out 4th of July fireworks sail, here's your second chance! During this moonless period, Mother Nature will also have her own brilliant display of stars, including the Milky Way, best viewed at sea, away from city lights. Dinner, right after sunset, and then fireworks right overhead! To be automagically transported to general information on our official website, click the headline above. A portion of all proceeds will be donated to the Wild Dolphin Foundation for conservation of ocean habitats. We'll be sea-ing you! |
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HULA FILM FESTIVAL AT BISHOP MUSEUM Place: Bishop Museum, 1525 Bernice St, Honolulu, HI 96817, 848-4187 Date: 8/12/2008 The Bishop Museum Association Council's new Traditions of the Pacific: HULAFILM FESTIVAL begins in February 2008 and continues through November 2008with a film-a-month event presented on selected Tuesday nights at Atherton Halau onthe grounds of Bishop Museum. Films will include a special introduction bya Bishop Museum cultural expert or special guest affiliated with the film.General admission to the film screenings is $5; Free for Bishop Museummembers. Because of limited seating, reservations are recommended and may bemade by email courtney.chow@bishopmuseum.org or by phone (808) 848-4187.Free parking is available. |
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FULL MOON, SUNSET, INTIMATE SAIL CRUISE Place: Waianae Boat Harbor, Slip A-11, Waianae, Oahu, HI 96792 Date: 8/14/2008 through 8/16/2008 A quest to experience two of nature's most awesome sights - a glorious Hawaiian sunset, and the full moon's path across the water. The boat departs an hour before sunset in hopes of seeing feeding dolphins. Romantic and serene on private 42 ft. catamaran, limited seats (6 -16 passengers)and wholesome dinner included. Early bookings are recommended. Portion of proceeds are donated to the Wild Dolphin Foundation. Click on title above to auto-magically be taken to our website. |
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HONOLULU FAMILY FESTIVAL Place: Magic Island, Ala Moana Beach Park, Honolulu, HI 96814, 808-275-3014 Date: 8/14/2008 through 8/17/2008 After two successful years of record-breaking attendance, the Honolulu Family Festival returns to Magic Island for not one, but two fun-filled weekends of food, entertainment, rides, and more. |
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2008 MADE IN HAWAII FESTIVAL Place: Neal Blaisdell Center, 777 Ward Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96814, (808) 533-1292 Date: 8/15/2008 through 8/17/2008 Every August, the Neal Blaisdell Center in Honolulu is transformed into the 50th State's largest marketplace for Hawaii-made wares. This year's Made in Hawaii Festival, expected to draw the largest attendance yet with more than 35,000 attendees, will be held August 15-17, 2087 at the Neal Blaisdell Center. The 2008 Made in Hawaii Festival is sponsored by First Hawaiian Bank and produced by the Hawaii Food Industry Association. Free cooking demonstrations and delicious food samples by Hawaii's talented chefs and award-winning entertainment by popular local musicians adds to the festive atmosphere. |
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OBON DANCE & FESTIVALS - MILILANI HONGWANJI MISSION Place: Mililani Hongwanji, 95-257 Kaloapau St, Mililani, HI 96713, (808) 625-0926 Date: 8/15/2008 through 8/16/2008 The season of remembrance of honoring the spirit of those passed on, celebrated with special services and festivals. Mililani Hongwanji Mission, 95-257 Kaloapau St. Dance begins at 7:30 p.m. |
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7TH ANNUAL DUKE'S OCEANFEST Place: Waikiki Beach - various locations, Waikiki Beach, Honolulu, HI 96815, 545-4880 Date: 8/17/2008 through 8/24/2008 In honor of Duke Kahanamoku, Waikiki's biggest and most diverse ocean sports festival will present a host of enjoyable events and activities at the 7th Annual Duke's OceanFest, August 17-24. |
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2008 OAHU - HAWAII HEALING GARDEN FESTIVAL Place: 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712, 808-638-0888 Date: 8/23/2008 through 8/27/2008 A Celebration of the Cultural Healing Arts of Hawaii! Festivals are held Statewide on Kauai, Oahu, Maui & Hawaii Island. The Oahu Festival starts August 23-24, at Waimea Valley - Hiipaka Center, with Saturday's Celebration & Concert, and Sunday's Workshop & Tour Day. Additional tours, classes and workshops will be held Monday August 25, though Wednesday August 27, at unique locations around Oahu. Call or visit the website for more info and updated schedule. |
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NA HULA FESTIVAL Place: Queen Kapiolani Regional Park, 2805 Monsarrat Avenue, A, Honolulu, HI 96815, (808) 768-3041 Date: 8/23/2008 through 8/24/2008 Beginning in 1941, the City and County of Honolulu's NÄ? Hula Festival has celebrated the artistry and grace of Hawai'i's premiere dance form - Hula. The NÄ? Hula Festival is Hawai'i's longest running annual, noncompetitive hula event. This hula festival began as a means to provide a venue for the kumu hula of the Department of Parks and Recreation to hÅ?'ike their haumÄ?na. Currently, some of the kumu who participate in the hula festival teach in the parks, and some of the other kumu are from the community. For more information, please contact Ka'iulani Kauahi, Culture and Arts Coordinator at (808) 768-3041. |
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OBON DANCE & FESTIVALS - AIEA HONGWANJI MISSION Place: 99-186 Puakala St, Aiea, HI 96701, (808) 488-5685 Date: 8/23/2008 The Obon tradition was brought to Hawaii by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making. Aiea Hongwanji Mission, 99-186 Puakala St. Dance begins at 7 p.m. |
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SUNSET ON THE BEACH Place: Waikiki Beach by Duke Statue, Honolulu, HI 96815, 923-1094 Date: 8/23/2008 through 8/24/2008 Picnic on the beach as the sun sets and the moon rises while listening to the sounds of Island Rhythms and watching classic films under the stars at 7:15 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach. Taste spectacular dishes from Waikiki's leading restaurants, 4 to 9 p.m. Event is subject to the weather. |
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2008 MAUI WRITERS CONFERENCE ON THE ROAD IN HONOLULU Place: Hawaii Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815, 808-879-0061 Date: 8/29/2008 through 9/1/2008 After 15 years on Maui, the Maui Writers Conference hits the road with this year's conference and retreat moving to the island of Oahu. With a new name - "Maui Writers Conference on the Road in Honolulu," a new location - Waikiki, Oahu, and a new hospitality sponsor - Outrigger Enterprises Group, the Maui Writers Conference aims to build on 15 years of success by embracing all that Oahu and Waikiki has to offer. |
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26TH OKINAWAN FESTIVAL Place: Kapiolani Park, Honolulu, HI 96815, (808) 676-5400 Date: 8/30/2008 through 8/31/2008 One of the most eagerly anticipated events of the summer - the Okinawan Festival is held annually on Labor Day weekend at Kapiolani Park and attracts more than 30,000 visitors. |
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