Waikīkī Improvement Association Volume X1, No. 35 Waikīkī Wiki Wiki Wire September 2—9, 2010

Mayoral candidates come to Waikīkī Waikīkī Improvement Association presented a Mayoral Candidates Forum on Wednesday, September 1 at the Hyatt Regency Waikīkī. Kirk Caldwell, Panos Prevedouros and Peter Carlisle were on hand and spent about 90 minutes with a group of interested WIA members.

The informal session allowed each candidate to take the podium and offer a short introduction. WIA members then split up into three groups and each candidate sat with each group for about 20 minutes answering their questions.

The lively discussions addressed many concerns during the short sessions including candidates’ views on the future of the Natatorium, enforcement of noise ordinances and waste treatment options as it relates to Waikīkī.

All the candidates were open to new options for mass transit in Waikīkī. The candidates agree that a Waikīkī circulator (a bus system that would circle Waikīkī and go to a designated location to meet up with the rail (L-R) Eric Masutomi with Outrigger, Kirk Caldwell, Panos Preveduoros, Peter Carlisle system or with remote parking) was and Rick Egged the best scenario to ease congestion.

Rick Egged, WIA President said, “Waikīkī is one of the major economic centers of Honolulu and whomever the Mayor of Honolulu is has a direct impact on the relationship between Waikīkī and the city. That relationship has been an important part of Waikīkī revitalization and will continue to be in the future. Mahalo to the candidates and WIA members for taking time out of their busy schedules to participate. Special thanks to Hyatt Regency Waikīkī Beach Resort and Spa and Sheraton Princess Kaiulani.” Continued on next page

Inside this issue:

Aloha Festivals Commences Month-Long World-Class Innovators and Leaders to Launch “The 2 6-7 Celebration of Hawaiian Culture Blue Economy”

Waikiki Just Got More Beautiful - Sephora Opens Its Halekulani Corporation Appoints Diane Ako, Doors On September 3rd - 3 Director of Public Relations 8 Cecilio & Kapono Set To Take The Stage at Hilton 4 Anteprima/Wirebag Joins “Fashion’s Night Out” 9 Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & SPA Royal Hawaiian Center Entertainment and Events 5 10 Bridal Event Offers Sampling of Wedding Day Bliss Schedule for September

Duke’s Beachboy Tribute 5 Sunday Showcase 11

. . . and MORE

Candidates talking to WIA members.

Top—Kirk Caldwell Bottom left—Panos Prevedouros Bottom right—Peter Carlisle

Aloha Festivals Commences Month-Long Celebration of Hawaiian Culture

For the first time in 50 years the Court is a Hawaiian Family

The first event is the Aloha Festivals Royal Court Investiture, where members of this year’s Court will officially take their place and be adorned with traditional symbols of their respective titles. This event will include traditional chants, hula kāhiko and the pageantry and regalia associated with traditional Hawaiian royalty. The official Opening Ceremony will follow that afternoon, at the Royal Hawaiian Center Royal Grove to mark the commencement of this year’s Aloha Festivals celebration.

WHO: Aloha Festivals 2010 Royal Court

WHAT: Aloha Festivals 2010 Royal Court Investiture

WHEN: Thursday, September 2, 2010 , 2:00 p.m.

WHERE: Hilton Hawaiian Village, Village Green

WHO: Aloha Festivals 2010 Royal Court

WHAT: Aloha Festivals 2010 Opening Ceremony

WHEN: Thursday, September 2, 2010, 5:00 p.m.

WHERE: Royal Hawaiian Center, Royal Grove

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Waikiki Just Got More Beautiful - Sephora Opens Its Doors On September 3rd -

Sephora, the ultimate beauty playground, is opening its third store in Hawaii at the Waikiki Shopping Plaza on September 3rd, 2010. The new 7,458 square foot Sephora store in Waikiki is the largest of the three stores in Hawaii and a virtual paradise of endless beauty options with over 13,000 products from more than 200 brands, including Sephora’s own collection of makeup, skincare, tools, accessories and bath and body products.

The new Sephora store in Waikiki will have a Grand Opening celebration from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. on September 3, starting with a Hawaiian blessing and remarks from Sephora, followed by an exclusive catered shopping event. Doors of the Sephora store in the Waikiki Shopping Plaza at 2250 Kalakaua Avenue, open to the public following that at 10 a.m.

What sets the Sephora store in Waikiki apart from the Sephora Ala Moana Center and Pearlridge Mall locations are its hours: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, 365 days a year. In addition, the Cast Members (sales people) at this store speak an array of languages in order to cater to travelers from around the world who visit Waikiki, as well as Hawaii residents.

The Sephora retail concept is rooted in aesthetics, presenting customers with the most unique product assortment, store design, and client services. Sephora was the first beauty retailer to employ the unique open-sell philosophy, allowing clients to shop a myriad of brands and encouraging them to try, test and play with everything from lip glosses to blushes, skincare to fragrance. At Sephora in Waikiki, prestige cosmetics are showcased in gorgeous open displays for clients to have the freedom to explore and sample at leisure.

Makeup lines include Bare Escentuals, Benefit, MAKE UP FOR EVER, TARINA TARANTINO, Temptu and tokidoki; innovative skincare lines like Bliss, Clarisonic, Kinerase, Murad, PerriconeMD Cosmeceuticals and Philosophy; fragrance offerings from Fracas, Leslie Blodgett Perfume Diaries, Marc Jacobs and Stella McCartney; and specialty hair care lines like HerCut, Living Proof, Oscar Blandi and Sultra

Sephora sales associates are the most educated in the beauty business. To ensure that all clients are serviced with the most knowledgeable and professional help, every Sephora sales associate is rigorously trained in an intense Sephora educational program focused on skincare, hair care and general beauty called Science of Sephora (S.O.S.). This enables Sephora to offer clients a completely non-biased (and non-commissioned) approach when recommending products.

Waikiki Shopping Plaza 2250 Kalakaua Ave. at Royal Hawaiian Ave. Store Hours: Mon - Sun: 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

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Cecilio & Kapono Set To Take The Stage at Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & SPA

Tickets still available for “C&K Back in the Day” concerts to kick off Labor Day weekend

Cecilio & Kapono, Hawaii’s most successful singing duo, will kick off this Labor Day weekend with a pair of concerts on the Great Lawn at the Hilton Hawaiian Village, Friday, September 3 and Saturday, September 4. Doors will open at 6 p.m. with pre-concert entertainment starting at 6:30 p.m., and C&K taking the stage at 7:45 performing the classics that made them island music legends. With the concerts, there’ll be fireworks on both evenings at the hotel at 8:45 pm. Guests will also be able to purchase scrip for a variety of food and drink items available that evening.

Individually, Cecilio Rodriguez and Henry Kapono perform at the Hilton Hawaiian Village weekly, but will be on hiatus during the month of September as they will play a series of concerts on the mainland as Cecilio and Kapono. In October, Rodriguez will return and play at the Tropics Bar & Grill on Thursdays and Fridays, while Kapono stars in “The Wild Hawaiian Experience” at the resort’s Super Pool each Saturday evening. In the 1970s, Cecilio & Kapono recorded three albums with Columbia Records: Cecilio & Kapono, Elua and The Nightmusic, all of which became top-selling albums. Their third album alone garnered five of the prestigious Na Hoku Hanohano Awards.

Tickets for the “Back in the Day” concerts are still available at HonoluluBoxOffice.com for $45 for preferred reserved seating; $125 for VIP tickets, and $200 for Super VIP. A $3 service fee applies for each ticket purchased on HonoluluBoxOffice.com. Tickets at the $125 level include seats in a VIP section, hosted pre-party and meet & greet with C&K, plus free self-parking for one car. The Super VIP level tickets of $200 include the VIP seating section, hosted pre-party, plus a bottle of champagne and free valet parking for one car.

A portion of the proceeds from the concerts will benefit Hawaii’s Keiki O Ka ‘Aina Family Learning Centers, whose mission is to build stronger communities by building stronger families. For more information, log on to www.CecilioKapono.com.

Hawaiian Diacritical Marks

Waikīkī Improvement Association recognizes the use of diacritical marks (i.e., glottal stop (‘), macron (ā) in place names of Hawai‘i, such as Waikīkī and Kalākaua Avenue and will include them whenever possible. We also respect the individual use (or not) of these markings for names of organizations and businesses.

There will also be times when we may not have a chance to add or change the markings in all of the articles submitted and when that happens, e kala mai.

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Bridal Event Offers Sampling of Wedding Day Bliss

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa, located at 2424 Kalākaua

Avenue, invites the public to sample an ideal wedding day at the upcoming Bridal Event scheduled for Saturday, September 11, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. The event is complimentary for up to two people and $25 for each additional guest. Reservations are available by calling (808) 237-6230.

“With this event, we are making wedding planning as simple and as straight forward as possible. Newly engaged couples will get a first hand look at what a wedding day is like complete with decorations, wedding cake and buffet menus to taste, and much more. Those who have already started organizing for their day will benefit from the fresh ideas the Hyatt Regency Waikiki wedding specialists will offer and from seeing the hottest trends in the industry,” says Michele Ganiko wedding specialist at Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa.

The Bridal Event features: decorated ceremony and reception sites, suite and room viewing, buffet menu and wedding cake tasting, door prizes, tips from Hyatt’s recommended wedding professionals, a review of the latest trends, and a what’s new in the Hyatt Regency Waikiki wedding packages.

Every wedding held at the Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa is a one-of-a-kind event. For more information or to register, please call (808) 237-6230 or send an email to [email protected].

Duke’s Beachboy Tribute

Duke’s Waikiki recently celebrated

Hawai‘i’s famed watermen with its annual Beachboy Tribute. The tribute is held in honor of Hawai‘i’s world-renowned beachboys, past and present, while celebrating the 120th birthday of the restaurant’s namesake, the legendary Duke Paoa Kahanamoku.

L to R – Richard Ka’u “Chief”, JR Ah Mow of the Lilikoi Sisters, Paul Marino, and Duke’s Waikiki’s General Manger Dylan Ching

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Brett Uprichard

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World-Class Innovators and Leaders to Launch “The Blue Economy” at the Hawai‘i Convention Center From Sept. 13 - 17, 2010 *** New Rates For Plenary Luncheons Now Available

Top authors, innovators and leaders from around the world will launch “The Blue Economy” during the World Congress for Zero Initiatives from Sept. 13-17, 2010, at the Hawai‘i Convention Center. Keynote speakers will include: Professor Gunter Pauli, founder of ZERI (Zero Emissions Research and Initiatives); Tomoyo Nonaka, former CEO of Sanyo; His Excellency Lyonpo Thakur S. Powdyel, the honorable minister of education, Royal Government of Bhutan; and Nainoa Thompson, executive director of the Polynesian Voyaging Society.

The World Congress for Zero Initiatives is also offering a new rate of $70 for those who can only attend the plenary luncheons. Registration is now available for the luncheons, daily rates and full event. To register, visit http:// zeroemissionshawaii.org.

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

PROFESSOR GUNTER PAULI Author, innovator, founder of ZERI (Zero Emissions Research and Initiatives)

Gunter Pauli (1956) obtained his masters in business administration from INSEAD,

Fontainebleau, France. His entrepreneurial activities span business, culture, science, politics and the environment. Under his leadership, a small European company pioneered an ecological factory. He founded the "Zero Emissions Research and Initiatives" (ZERI) at the United Nations University in Tokyo, and subsequently established The Global ZERI Network, redesigning production and consumption into clusters of industries inspired by natural systems. He is dedicated to design and implement a society and industries, which respond to people’s needs using what we have. Fluent in seven languages, and having lived on four continents, he is a world citizen. He has written sixteen books, which have been printed in 27 languages and 36 fables bringing science and emotions to children. Over 17 million copies have been distributed worldwide. A few of his fables are available in over 100 languages. He is the author of a new book soon to be released entitled "The Blue Economy" and key note speaker for The World Congress on Zero Emissions Initiatives.

TOMOYO NONAKA Chairman GAIA Initiative Former CEO of Sanyo

Beginning in 1979, Ms. Nonaka was a newscaster and anchorwoman for NHK, the national TV station in Japan. Her main programs at NHK included 'Weekly Abroad', 'Sports and News', 'Sunday Sports Special' and others. From 1993 to 1997, she was the anchorwoman for the popular business program 'World Business Satellite' at TV Tokyo. In addition to activities as a journalist, she has been member for many Japanese government committees for Cabinet Office, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Education and Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.

In 2002, she became an outside director of the board for Sanyo Electric. In 2005, she became chairperson and CEO for Sanyo Electric. Upon her taking chairperson position, she created the new corporation vision 'Think Gaia' and started to restructure many business divisions under the new vision for Sanyo to become a leading company to solve environmental problems with its technology. She created a three-year Evolution Plan aimed at reorganizing the business portfolio and improving the corporate financial structure and conditions. Furthermore, she has been adviser and a member of the board of directors for many large Japanese corporations such as Asahi Breweries, Sumitomo Corporation, NTT Docomo, Nikko Citigroup, and Unisys, Japan.

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HIS EXCELLENCY, THE HONORABLE MINISTER OF EDUCATION, LYONPO THAKUR S. POWDYEL Royal Government of Bhutan

Thakur Singh Powdyel is the Education Minister. Thakur Singh Powdyel graduated with a Masters degree in English from North Hills University in Shillong, India. He earned his PGCE from the Institute of Education, University of London in the United Kingdom. He started his career as a teacher. He has served as a lecturer and Vice Principal of Sherubtse College in Kanglung and Director of the Centre for Education Research. He was a visiting Professor to the Graduates School of Asian and African Studies at the Kyoto University in Japan. Thakur Singh Powdyel was elected from Dorokha-Tading constituency in Samtse. In 1972, Bhutan adopted "Gross National Happiness" (GNH) as its guiding principle for integrating sustainable development with environmental conservation and preservation of the country's ancient culture and traditions. The prime minister of Bhutan recently launched an initiative to introduce GNH principles into the educational system at every level.

"Educating for Gross National Happiness is an idea whose time has truly come. To this end, the workshop brought together thinkers and practitioners of holistic education, eco-literacy, sustainable development, media, film, social work, environment from around the world to work with our Bhutanese educators, GNH-thinkers and youth over a six-day period. The workshop provided a wonderful opportunity to all stakeholders to return to the basics of education which are no different from the basics of a GNH-way of life."

NAINOA THOMPSON Executive Director, Polynesian Voyaging Society Native Hawaiian Master Navigator

Nainoa Thompson is a Native Hawaiian navigator and the executive director of the Polynesian Voyaging Society. He is best known as the first Hawaiian to practice the ancient Polynesian art of navigation since the 14th century, having navigated two double-hulled canoes (the Hokule‘a and the Hawai‘iloa) from Hawai‘i to other island nations in Polynesia without the aid of instruments. Born in Honolulu, Hawaii, Thompson graduated from Punahou School in 1972 and earned a BA in Ocean Science in 1986 from the University of Hawai`i.

Thompson was trained by master navigator Mau Piailug from the island of Satawal and assisted him on the first voyage of the Hokule‘a in 1976. His first solo voyage was from Hawai‘i to Tahiti in 1980. Since then, Thompson has been the lead navigator on the subsequent voyages of Hokule‘a, including the Voyage of Rediscovery from 1985 to 1987. On March 18, 2007, Thompson and four other native Hawaiian navigators were inducted into pwo as master navigators. The ceremony was conducted by Piailug on Satawal.

Key sponsors and exhibitors include: CT&T America, the world’s largest producer of electrical vehicles; ANA – All Nippon Airways, First Wind, Blue Planet Foundation, Enterprise Holdings: Enterprise Rent-a-Car, National, Alamo and We Car, Hawaiian Electric Company, Hawaii Business Magazine, Pacific Biodiesel Inc., Puna Geothermal Venture, Sopogy, State of Hawaii, ReUse Hawaii, The Gas Company, Enova Systems, Wheego Electric Cars, University of Hawai‘i and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Find additional information about the conference and register at: http://zeroemissionshawaii.org; http:// www.facebook.com/pages/The-World-Congress-on-Zero-Emissions-Initiatives; http://twitter.com/ zeroemissionsHI.

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Halekulani Corporation Appoints Diane Ako Director of Public Relations

Halekulani Corporation, which owns and manages the world-renowned Halekulani and Waikiki Parc Hotel in Oahu, Hawaii, has appointed Diane Ako as Director of Public Relations. Ms. Ako, who will assume her new position as of September 1, 2010, will be responsible for directing all corporate, hotel and community media relations, overseeing communications for promotions and special events, as well as for supporting marketing initiatives for Halekulani and Waikiki Parc Hotel properties. The announcement was made today by Peter Shaindlin, Chief Operating Officer of Halekulani Corporation.

“Ms. Ako will be an invaluable asset to Halekulani Corporation,” said Mr. Shaindlin. “Her passion for the community and keen understanding of the local Hawaiian culture provide her with a deep understanding of what the Halekulani and Waikiki Parc Hotel provide in terms of experience and service excellence. Ms. Ako’s extensive background as a journalist affords her the distinct skill set necessary to maintain and to further our brand legacy and heritage with true integrity and sincerity.”

"I am thrilled to be joining one of the finest hotels in the world and learning from the best in the industry,” said Ms. Ako. “I’m honored to be part of a team known for the highest standards of excellence."

Born and raised in Hawaii, Ms. Ako brings over 15 years of experience, as well as a wealth of knowledge and insight, in broadcast, print and online media. She most recently served as a television anchor and reporter for KHNL-TV, NBC’s local Hawaii affiliate, and its sister station KFVE-TV, previously anchoring and reporting in Pennsylvania, New Mexico and California. The quality of Ms. Ako’s work has earned her recognition from the Northern California Chapter of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences with three Emmy nominations, and she has also published a number of articles in various media, as well as blogged for Hawaii’s largest daily newspaper, the Honolulu Star-Advertiser. Ms. Ako holds a Master of Arts in Political Science from the University of Hawaii at Manoa and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Menlo College, Atherton, California, with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications. She also has strong ties to the community, volunteering with the Hawaii Zenyo Jujutsu Kai to promote a quarterly Womens’ Assault Prevention Course, as well as serving on the Board of Directors for the Aloha Medical Mission and Friends of the East-West Center.

Monday, September 13

More information in next week’s issue

Stay tuned

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ANTEPRIMA/WIREBAG Joins “Fashion’s Night Out”

New WIREBAGs and Fall Campaign in September ANTEPRIMA/WIREBAG, A luxury handbag brand designed in Italy by a well-known Japanese designer, Ms. Izumi Ogino, announces they will participate in the “Fashion’s Night Out” event at Ala Moana Center. “Fashion’s Night Out” is a one-night shopping event, to be held in 16 countries all together as headed by a leading fashion magazine, VOGUE. On Friday, September 10, 2010, from 5pm through 8 pm, ANTEPRIMA/WIREBAG Ala Moana store will present an original notebook with purchase of $330 or more. Take advantage of the extended store hours to check out the brand new WIREBAGs. This campaign is also available at the Waikiki store.

“Fashion’s Night Out” Special Novelty Anteprima Original Notebook with purchase of $330 or more

Launches New WIREBAG “Lucchetto” series from Fall/Winter Collection ANTEPRIMA/WIREBAG announces launch of new WIREBAGs “Lucchetto” from Fall/Winter Collection. “Lucchetto”, meaning padlock in Italian, features chain strap and square buckle hardware just like a classic vintage bag. In the series, “Lucchetto Jacquard”, which features a classic glen check pattern, is a representative WIREBAG of this collection. You can choose from three different sizes depending upon your style and needs; Large, Small and Petit chain bag. ($215~$615)

1. New WIREBAG: “Lucchetto Jacquard” ($615)

This season’s representative WIREBAG is stylish with classic glen check pattern and edgy chain bag. You will get much attention with this bag, which has won the heart of many fashionista including fashion Size： W12 x H7 x D3.5 in Color： Avorio x Nero (Ivory x Black)

2. New WIREBAG: “Lucchetto Large” ($511)

This large yet sophisticated WIREBAG is perfect bag for business scene. Enamel leather applied in the center of the chain handle allows your shoulder to comfortably carry this bag with more of your belongings inside. Size： W12 x H7 x D3.5 in Color： Nero Opaco (Matt Black) and Khaki Opaco (Matt Khaki)

3. New WIREBAG: “Lucchetto Small” ($349)

Small size is spacious enough to fit all your daily necessities. As a shoulder bag or clutch bag, you can carry this 2-way bag for various scenes from party to daily use. Size： W10 x H6 x D3 in Color： Melanzana (Dark Purple), Nero Opaco (Matt Black) and Khaki Opaco (Matt Khaki)

4. New WIREBAG: “Lucchetto Petit Chain Bag” ($215)

Palm-sized petit chain bag can be used as cross body bag, shoulder bag or handbag with adjustable chain. Size： W6 x H4.5 x D1.5 in Color： Melanzana (Dark Purple), Nero Opaco (Matt Black) and Khaki Opaco (Matt Khaki)

Fall Campaign from 9/18 to 9/24 In addition, ANTEPRIMA/WIREBAG offers Fall Campaign starting from September 18 to September 24, 2010. During this campaign period, customers will receive special novelty “Mini Mini WIREBAG Charm” with purchase of $500 or more at the Waikiki store and Ala Moana store while supplies last. Free novelty “Mini-Mini WIREBAG Charm” with purchase of $500 or more during 9/18 to 9/24

Waikiki Store Royal Hawaiian Center, Building B-Level 1 2233 Kalakaua Avenue, Suite 111 Honolulu, Hawaii 96815

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Royal Hawaiian Center Entertainment and Events Schedule SEPTEMBER 2010

September 1 & 15, 2010 Enjoy the musical talents of the historic Royal Hawaiian Band on September 1 & 15, 2010 from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. in the Royal Grove. Under the direction of Bandmaster Michael Nakasone, Royal Hawaiian Band will perform Hawaiian and other classics featuring solo vocalists and hula dancers.

Thursday, September 2, 2010 The Aloha Festivals Opening Ceremony will be held at Royal Hawaiian Center at 5:00 p.m. in the Royal Grove. The Ceremony will debut the Royal Court for the 2010 Aloha Festivals on Oahu. Admission is free and open to the public.

Saturday, September 18, 2010 Royal Hawaiian Center will feature Center Stage performances at the annual Hoolaulea in Waikiki. The Royal Grove will also turn into a Beer Garden with proceeds benefiting the Aloha Festivals. Primo will be featuring its Aloha Festivals Ale at the beer garden. It’s a great chance to taste this limited-edition ale, while celebrating and contributing to Aloha Festivals. Free and open to the public

Friday, September 24, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m In celebration of its 30th Anniversary, Royal Hawaiian Center will launch its first annual Taste of Helumoa Food & Wine Festival in the Royal Grove. Tickets will be sold for $45 pre-sale and will be available beginning August 20, 2010 at Lei ‘Ohu Guest Services (credit card and checks only) and online at HonoluluBoxOffice.com. $50 tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event. Tantalize your taste buds with delectable dishes from ten different restaurants – all included in the ticket price. Each food tent will also have a wine pairing. Guests will receive one wine pairing of their choice for free – additional beverages options are available. Better Brands will be sponsoring the wine and Primo Island Lager sponsoring the beer. The Brothers Cazimero will provide entertainment throughout the night.

FREE WEEKLY EVENTS SCHEDULE:

Mondays (September 6, 13, 20, 27) Live Hawaiian music and hula by Kawika Trask & Friends at Royal Grove 6 to 7 p.m. Kawika, a Kamehameha Schools graduate, along with Keao Costa, Dwight Kanae and others, performs a traditional “cha- lang-a-lang” style of Hawaiian music, a nickname associated with strumming patterns. His dancers are clad in ti leaf skirts, fresh flower lei and colorful attire.

Tuesdays (September 7, 14, 21, 28) Live Hawaiian music and hula by Kawika Trask & Friends at Royal Grove 6 to 7 p.m. Kawika, a Kamehameha Schools graduate, along with Keao Costa, Dwight Kanae and others, performs a traditional “cha- lang-a-lang” style of Hawaiian music, a nickname associated with strumming patterns. His dancers are clad in ti leaf skirts, fresh flower lei and colorful attire.

Wednesdays (September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29) Live Hawaiian music and hula by Keoahu at Royal Grove 6 to 7 p.m. Leilani Vakauta leads this family ensemble, also known in the music community as “The Soundettes.” Leilani is also a part of our Polynesian Cultural Center ohana (family).

Thursdays (September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30) Live Hawaiian music and hula by Pu‘uhonua at Royal Grove 6 to 7 p.m. Ensemble leader, Puakeala Mann, also teaches hula and ukulele at the Center. This group is associated with Halau Hula o Maiki, the hula school established by the late Kumu Hula (hula master) Maiki Aiu Lake whose spirit lovingly embraces Helumoa.

Fridays (September 3, 10, 17, 24) Live Hawaiian music and hula by Kuuipo Kumukahi at Royal Grove 6 to 7 p.m. Kuuipo is a multi-award winning Hawaiian musician, recording artist and composer. She is currently the president of the Hawaii Academy of Recording Arts and is also associated with the Hawaiian Music Hall of Fame. The Royal Grove comes alive in her festive Aloha Friday performances.

Saturdays (September 4, 11, 18, 25) Enjoy traditional hula kahiko performances at Royal Grove from 6 to 6:30 p.m. Local halau are featured every week.

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Sunday Showcase at Waikiki Beach Walk®

Entertainment Line-up for September

This popular FREE weekly show which takes place from 5:00pm – 6:00pm (weather permitting) features a wide array of talented island entertainers. Valet parking for up to four hours is available for $6.00 at the Embassy Suites-Waikiki Beach Walk (201 Beachwalk) and the Wyndham Vacation Ownership-Waikiki Beach Walk (227 Lewers Street), with any same-day purchase from any Waikiki Beach Walk merchant. For more information, contact the Waikiki Beach Walk’s management office at (808) 931-3591.

September 5 - Nalani Productions Nalani will be sharing her hula along with a long time, well- known musician, Aunty Pudgie. Nalani has been dancing hula for 30 years and loves to teach people about what she learned while growing up as a hula dancer. Together, Nalani and Aunty Pudgie captivate their audience with melodic Hawaiian music and hula so beautiful to watch and listen to.

September 12 - Simplicity “Simplicity” is a high energy band covering blues, classics, and other genres. Sax player and vocals Andy Sexton, drummer and vocals John Sexton, bassist Mike Seda, and guitarist Phillip Akau will be gracing the stage for an afternoon of pure entertainment. Be ready for the dynamite vocals of this talented group as they belt out tunes sure to make you want to get up and dance.

September 19 - Tradewinds (see photo) Tradewinds has impressed audiences at world class venues across Hawaii and the mainland for over eight years. This electrifying group fuses together superb lead vocals, harmonies and stunningly skillful choreography to produce an unforgettable performance. Tradewinds has a comprehensive and varied repertoire with music drawn from the 50’s through the 90’s. From disco, funk, jazz, Sinatra, and R&B, this vocal group offers unequaled authenticity. Their energetic and exciting stage presence will engage the audience and ignite the dance floor.

More entertainment in a later issue

Waikīkī Hula Show at the Kūhiō Beach Hula Mound

Authentic Hawaiian music and hula shows by Weekends Hawai‘i’s finest hula hālau hula (dance troupes) and Saturday, September 4 – Shirley Recca and Halau Hawaiian performers. Opens with traditional blowing Hula O Namakahulali of conch shell.

Tues-Thurs-Sat-Sun, weather-permitting from Sunday, September 5 – Kapi'olani Ha'o and Halau Ke 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Kūhiō Beach Hula Mound, near Kia'i A O Hula Duke Kahanamoku statue, beachside at Uluniu & Kalākaua Ave. in Waikīkī.

FREE and open to the public. Outdoors, casual, seating on the grass; beach chairs, mats, etc. okay. Cameras welcome. Presented by the City & County of Honolulu, the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority and Waikīkī Improvement Association.

For information, call Marnie Weeks, Producer, Kūhiō Beach Hula Shows, 843-8002.

Week-nights Every Tuesday – Ainsley Halemanu and Hula Hālau Ka Liko O Ka Palai

Every Thursday – Joan "Aunty Pudgie" Young and Puamelia

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