Waikīkī Improvement Association Volume X1I, No. 2 Waikīkī Wiki Wiki Wire Jan 13 - 19, 2011

Annual Ala Wai Challenge to celebrate its 26th year with a new location, new name

January 23 Event Becomes the Duke Kahanamoku Challenge with the Move

The Waikīkī Community Center (WCC) will celebrate its 26th annual Ala Wai Challenge with a move to a new location in 2011--Duke Kahanamoku Beach in Waikīkī. Inspired by the location’s namesake and to pay tribute to his contributions to Hawaii, the event will now be known as the Duke Kahanamoku Challenge. The challenge is a fun, community event for both local residents and visitors that features canoe racing and ancient Hawaiian makahiki games. First established in 1985 as a community service project by the Waikīkī Jaycees, the event is now positioned as the signature sports fundraising event benefiting the WCC.

Sponsored by Hilton Hawaiian Village, festivities for the January 23, 2011 event will kick off at 9 a.m. with a double-hulled canoe procession, an oli` and kahiko by Hālau Hula ‘o Hokulani and Kumu Hula Hokulani DeRego and Larry DeRego. The competition starts at 10 a.m. with the final awards presentation at 2 p.m.

The outrigger canoe race is an open ocean, quarter-mile competition open to all skill levels. The race will be a double elimination with winner and consolation brackets. The Hawaiian makahiki games will feature the ‘ulu maika (sand bowling); niu relay (short coconut run); moa pahe‘e (sliding); kukini (messenger run) and huki kaula (tug-of-war). The public is invited to come and play the makahiki games for a small nominal donation that helps the Waikīkī Community Center.

The Duke Kahanamoku Challenge also will feature a handmade Hawaiian crafts, live entertainment, ethnic foods, lomi lomi massage and an invitational stand-up paddleboard relay. The organizers will once again offer the ever- popular canoe taxi service in specially-marked double-hulled canoes. Free canoe taxi service pick-up will be located at both sides of Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ongoing entertainment from two stages will start at 9 a.m. with the Royal Hawaiian Band. There is no charge for spectators watching the races, competition and entertainment. Continued on next page

Inside this issue:

Swing into Waikīkī in a “Big Band” way with Pacific Beach Hotel’s Oceanarium Restaurant 7 premiere of dinner show and dancing featuring 3 welcomes Emerson Ribao back as General Manager renowned Osmond Waikīkī Hula show at the Kūhiō Beach Hula Mound 7 Queen Kapi‘olani Hotel welcomes 2011 and 4 kama‘āina with great rates Attachments: · Duke Kahanamoku Challenge – Intent to 5 Hawaiian launches service to Seoul, South Korea Participate form

Duke’s Waikiki celebrates 18 years of Sharing The · Outrigger’s Weekly Entertainment Schedule Aloha Spirit with $10,000 donation to local non- 6 profits · ‘Ōlelo Ola O Ka ‘Āina

. . . and MORE Continued from front page

Complimentary parking will be available at the Hawai‘i Convention Center. Shuttle service will leave the center for Hilton Hawaiian Village from 7 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. (ground level). The shuttle service will leave the hotel and return to Hawai‘i Convention Center between 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Each year, the challenge honors two water sports legends of Hawai‘i. The 2011 honorees are the Pi‘ianai‘a family and the late Mau Piailug. The members of the Pi‘ianai‘a family are living legends of ocean mariners. Abraham, the late patriarch, introduced his two sons Gordon and Norman to life at sea, and both would go on to earn nautical science degrees. In the span of three decades, all three have sailed on Höküle‘a, including grandsons.

The late Mau Piailug was a traditional master navigator who used the non-instrument method of sea voyaging. Piailug, who passed away in July, is credited with having the foresight to pass on what he knew to be a dying art to approximately 1,000 students from Hawai‘i, New Zealand, Rapa Nui, Cook Islands, Japan, Tahiti and Micronesia. In 1976, he navigated Höküle‘a on its historic voyage from Hawai‘i to Tahiti, sparking a cultural renaissance for Hawaiian navigators.

Its mission for more than 30 years, Waikīkī Community Center is dedicated to caring for the people of Waikīkī through quality programs and services. Since 1978, WCC has been meeting the diverse needs of Waikīkī’s children, seniors and families by providing a variety of services, including an Early Childhood Education Center; physical, social, and educational activities: counseling and case management for older adults and a food pantry for the homeless. Together, with its on-site partner agencies, the center serves approximately 15,000 people each year.

Other special events sponsored by the center will follow throughout the year, including a signature gala event honoring the WCC and the Treasures of Waikīkī on August 27, 2011. The WCC celebrates 33 years of service in March 2011 and the Duke Kahanamoku Challenge will serve as its official kick off.

For more information about the Duke Kahanamoku Challenge or the Waikīkī Community Center, call 923-1802 or visit www.waikikicommunitycenter.org.

See attachment for Intent to Participate form.

Images from previous Ala Wai Challenge events.

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Swing into Waikīkī in a “Big Band” way with premiere of dinner show and dancing featuring renowned Osmond

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa hosts “Pacific Swing Hawaii”

After months of preparation, the Big Band Era of the 1940s comes alive starting January 7, 2011 at the 1,310-room Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa with “Pacific Swing Hawaii,” Waikiki’s newest dinner show featuring international recording artist Nathan Osmond, son of 1970s pop star and nephew to Donny and . Guests will enjoy a gourmet dinner and lively show, and also dance the night away to the smooth sound of a live band.

“We are pleased to debut ‘Pacific Swing Hawaii’ at our Waikiki resort,” said Michael Nisky, general manager of Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa. “It will be a great evening offering for both visitors and kama‘aina who are looking for a new Hawaii experience unlike the traditional luau.”

A trip back in time to the Big Band Hawaiian USO style tours of the 1940s, “Pacific Swing Hawaii” will be featured three to four days a week at Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa. It includes fast-paced performances by a full cast of Hawaii’s most professional performers with timeless hits including “Somewhere Beyond the Sea” and “Chattanooga Choo Choo.”

After the show, it will be your turn to “cut a rug” and swing dance the night away to the sweet sound of a live BIG BAND orchestra playing the tunes of Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Artie Shaw and many more. “The 40s style of music and swing dancing is making a very strong comeback. Today’s generation is rediscovering this timeless musical era,” says Randal Davidson, the show’s executive producer. “VH1 just aired its new Salute the Troops tour with a 1940s rendition of the Andrew Sisters’ sang by Keri Hilson, Katy Perry and Jennifer Nettles. Along with the popularity of tv shows such as Dancing with the Stars and So You Think You Can Dance, swing dancing and the 40s have become the hottest thing with the newest generation.” Enjoy a gourmet dinner by the resort’s Executive Chef Miles Togikawa with sumptuous entrees including Slow Roasted Pork Loin with a Rich Mushroom Demi Glaze and Seasoned Roast Chicken with Sake Soy Glaze.

Pricing*: VIP Tickets – $137 per adult, $99 for children under 12 years of age Dinner and Show Tickets – $107 per adult, $77 for children under 12 years of age Show Only Tickets – $77 per adult, $57 for children under 12 years of age

*Kama‘aina and military discounted rates are available.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.PacificSwingHawaii.com or call 1-800-453-8020.

Photos courtesy Pacific Swing Hawaii

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Queen Kapi‘olani Hotel welcomes 2011 and kama‘āina with great rates

Newly renovated and celebrating a new year

Queen Kapi‘olani Hotel, a long-time favorite of kama‘āina, has recently been renovated and is celebrating 2011 by welcoming Hawai‘i residents with special rates for stays now through March 31, 2011.

“We’re excited and want to show-off the hotel so we put together a couple options for kama‘āina booking rooms with us,” said Elizabeth Churchill, Aqua’s VP Sales & Marketing. “Queen Kapi‘olani Hotel’s prime location near Zoo, Waikīkī Aquarium and Waikīkī Shell makes it an excellent choice for anyone planning a visit to these attractions, attending concerts and events or just relaxing in Waikīkī for a few days.

Queen Kapi‘olani Hotel’s kama‘āina rate specials start at $80 per night for a city view room and $105 per night for a city view room and full breakfast for two people.

Looking great after completion of a $5 million refurbishment and upgrade, most of Queen Kapi‘olani Hotel’s rooms have private lānai with beautiful panoramas of Diamond Head, Waikīkī Beach and Kapi‘olani Park. Hawai‘i residents staying at the hotel will appreciate its close proximity to the ocean as well as the many amenities offered including a mini- refrigerator, coffeemaker and daily local newspaper. Another plus is the availability of nearby parking for visiting friends.

“I’d recommend the room and breakfast special,” added Churchill. “Located on the third floor, the new Kūlana Terrace Restaurant features many island favorites on the menu such as Loco Moco, Kim Chee Fried Rice and Three Egg Omelets that will surely fill anyone up for a big day ahead.”

Queen Kapi‘olani Hotel’s kama‘āina rate specials are available until March 31, 2011.

Rates quoted are for single or double occupancy, plus taxes, based on availability. There is no minimum night requirement. The special cannot be combined with any other offer and is subject to change without notice. A Hawai‘i I.D. will be required upon check-in.

For reservations, see your preferred travel agent, book online or call Aqua at 808-924-6543 or toll free at 1-866-406-2782

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Hawaiian Launches Service to Seoul, South Korea

Hawaiian Airlines spread its wings deeper into Asia on Wednesday, with the launch of its new nonstop service between Honolulu and Seoul, South Korea.

Seoul represents Hawaiian’s first destination on the Asia continent and its third Asia destination overall, having previously launched service to Manila (April 2008) and Tokyo (November 2010). Hawaiian’s inaugural flight today to Seoul’s Incheon International Airport began with a pre-flight ceremony at the boarding gate at Honolulu International Airport that featured Hawaiian music and hula, a special Korean cultural dance performance, traditional Hawaiian blessing, and the giving of fresh flower lei to departing passengers.

Mark Dunkerley, Hawaiian’s president and CEO, stated, “This is another history-making day for Hawaiian as we expand even farther into Asia with our new flights to Seoul and introduce our unique brand of inflight service that promotes the Hawaii travel experience. We are thrilled about flying into Incheon International Airport, which is one of the world’s most modern airports and a major hub for connecting flights throughout Asia.”

To attract Korean travelers and meet their service expectations for the Incheon-Honolulu route, Hawaiian is complementing its award-winning “Hawaii Starts Here” inflight experience celebrating Hawaii’s culture, people and natural beauty, with a customized presentation adapted to the Korean culture, featuring new pan-Asian cuisine, Korean entertainment options, and special onboard amenities. Hawaiian is providing nonstop service four days weekly to Incheon, adding 54,000 new air seats annually to a market that has been rapidly growing since Korea joined the U.S. Visa Waiver Program in 2008. According to information provided by the Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA), arrivals year-to-date from Korea to Hawaii through November 2010 totaled 79,131 visitors, an increase of 75.3 percent compared to the same period in 2009. HTA is projecting that Hawaii will receive 115,000 visitors from Korea in 2011.

Starting Wednesday (yesterday), Hawaiian’s Flight #459 departs Honolulu International Airport four days weekly on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 1:20 p.m. and arrives at Incheon International Airport at 8:05 p.m. the following day. Return Flight #460 departs Incheon on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays at 10:15 p.m. and arrives in Honolulu at 11:00 a.m. the same day. (South Korea is 19 hours ahead of Honolulu and the flight crosses the International Dateline.)

Hawaiian will initially serve the Incheon-Honolulu route using its wide-body, twin-aisle Boeing 767-300ER aircraft, which comfortably seats up to 264 passengers with 18 in Business Class and 246 in Economy Class. Hawaiian plans to introduce its new and larger 294-seat Airbus A330-200 aircraft onto the route at a later date.

Tickets for the Incheon flights can be purchased online via Hawaiian’s Korean-language website at www.HawaiianAirlines.co.kr its English-language website at www.HawaiianAirlines.com, or by calling toll-free in the U.S. through its reservations center at 1-800-367-5320 or through its sales office in South Korea at 82-2-775-5552.

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Duke’s Waikiki celebrates 18 years of sharing the Aloha Spirit with $10,000 donation to local non-profits

The spirit of Duke Kahanamoku lives on at Duke’s Waikiki, as the restaurant celebrates its 18th anniversary with its annual Legacy of Aloha donation to local non-profits. Now in its 4th year, the Legacy of Aloha supports Duke’s Waikiki’s mission to give back to the community and perpetuate the Hawaiian culture. This year’s recipients include Na Kama Kai and Malama Maunalua; each organization will receive $5,000.

“We really would not be where we are today without the loyal support from kama’aina and visitors over the last eighteen years,” said Duke’s Waikiki General Manger Dylan Ching. “There’s no better way to show our appreciation than to give back to the community through our Legacy of Aloha program.”

Na Kama Kai empowers Hawaii’s youth by providing ocean-based programs that target ocean awareness and safety. Malama Maunalua is a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation and restoration of Maunalua Bay on Oahu‘s southeastern coast. Both organizations will be recognized and presented with checks at Duke’s 18th Anniversary party on January 21, 2011.

Added Ching, “Legacy of Aloha provides us the opportunity to reach out to different programs that are making positive differences in Hawai‘i. Duke Kahanamoku surely would have been happy to support this year’s recipients and we’re glad that we can continue to share his spirit of aloha with Hawai‘i’s community. Many of our employees have made efforts to volunteer with both of the organizations, which makes giving the awards extra special.”

Each year, Duke’s Waikiki creates a commemorative “Legacy of Aloha” t-shirt; $10 from each t-shirt sold benefits the Legacy of Aloha fund. The recipients change annually, with Duke’s Waikiki selecting organizations that Kahanamoku would have supported in his day, including water-sport related or canoeing clubs, ocean and water environmental groups, youth and elderly organizations, cultural preservation societies, and agencies that are providing support and aloha to those in need. Interested organizations may obtain an application form from Duke’s Waikiki to be considered as future beneficiaries of the Legacy of Aloha fund.

Duke’s Waikiki is located beachside in the Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach Hotel and is a partnership between T S Restaurants and Outrigger Hotels & Resorts. Named “Best Place to Take Visitors” by Honolulu Magazine in the 2008 Hale ‘Aina Awards and “Best Place to Go on a Sunday” by Honolulu Weekly in its 2008 Readers’ Picks, Duke’s Waikiki pays tribute to Duke Kahanamoku and provides its customers with an authentic and enjoyable Hawaiian-style dining experience.

Duke’s Waikiki is located at 2335 Kalakaua Avenue. Validated parking is available at Ohana East Hotel, 2375 Kuhio Avenue. For dinning reservations call (808) 922-2268 and for more information visit www.dukeswaikiki.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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Pacific Beach Hotel’s Oceanarium Restaurant welcomes Emerson Ribao back as General Manager

Ribao brings more than 30 years of experience in Food and Beverage Management

The Pacific Beach Hotel, on Waikiki beach, has appointed Emerson Ribao as General Manager of the Oceanarium Restaurant. He will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the 220-seat restaurant.

“We are confident Emerson will make a difference for our guests at the Pacific Beach Hotel and happy to welcome Emerson back because he provides his extensive experience and knowledge,” said John Lopianetzky, Pacific Beach Hotel Director of Food and Beverage. “He will help us continue to fulfill our commitment of providing the very best food and service to our visitors and kama‘aina guests.”

Emerson is returning to the Pacific Beach Hotel after more than 20 years as general manager of Kobe Steak House in Waikiki. Previously, he began his food and beverage career in Guam at the Guam Hilton Hotel as Senior Waiter and supervisor. He also worked on Guam for Duty Free Stores as a supervisor.

Emerson Ribao is fluent in Japanese, Ilocano and Tagalog. He completed his education at Ilocos Norte College of Arts and Trade.

Waikīkī Hula Show at the Kūhiō Beach Hula Mound

Authentic Hawaiian music and hula shows by Hawai‘i’s finest hula hālau hula (dance troupes) and Weekends Hawaiian performers. Opens with traditional blowing Sat Jan 15 – Sallie Yoza and Halau O of conch shell. Napuala'ikauika'iu

Tues-Thurs-Sat-Sun, weather-permitting from Sun Jan 16 – Leimomi Ho and Keali'ika'apunihonua 6-7 p.m. at the Kūhiō Beach Hula Mound, near Duke Ke'ena A'o Hula 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

Page 7, Jan 13 - 19, 2011 Page 7 Waikīkī Wiki Wiki Wire Street activity in / near Waikīkī (courtesy of the City)

January 10-16, 2011 SONY OPEN GOLF TOURNAMENT IN HAWAII by Sony Open In Hawaii. 7 days a week Avoid Kahala area because of increased traffic. NO PARKING AREAS: 1) 6:30AM Starts KAHALA AVENUE, odd address side, Pueo Ave to Kealaolu Ave (for shuttle 5:30PM Ends bus), 2) KAHALA AVENUE, both sides, Kealaolu Ave to golf course property, 3) PUEO STREET,odd address side, Kahala Ave to Aukai Ave (for shuttle bus), 4) 18th AVENUE even address side, near Iwalani Pl., fronting Hawaii Film Studio (for shuttle bus), 5)FARMERS ROAD, odd address side, 4777 (one-half block from Kealaolu Ave) to Kealaolu Ave. 6) FARMERS ROAD, even address side, Kealaolu Ave to Makaiwa St.,7) KAIMOKU PLACE,golf course side, from Kaimoku Way to makai property line of 1108 Kaimoku Pl., 8) KAIMOKU PLACE, odd address side, for its entire length, including the cul-de-sac, 9) KAIMOKU WAY, both sides for its entire length, 10) KEALAOLU AVENUE, both sides, Waialae Ave to Kahala Ave., 11) KEALAOLU PLACE, odd address side, for its entire length, 12)MAKAIWA STREET, odd address side, Kilauea Ave to Farmers Rd.,13) MAKAIWA STREET, even address side, Farmers Road to Pueo St.,14) MOHO STREET, odd address side, for its entire length.

Contact: Sony Open in Hawaii 808-523-7888 Email: [email protected]

For more info, visit their website: http://www.sonyopeninhawaii.com/index.html

January 17, 2011 Monday DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY PARADE sponsored by Martin Luther 9:00AM Starts King Coalition. The event is expected to have 2,000 marchers, 100 vehicles, 20 12noon Ends floats, 6 bands. It will start at Ala Moana Park, to Ala Moana Blvd., to Kalakaua Ave., to Monsarrat Ave., end at Waikiki Shell Parking Lot in Queen Kapiolani Park.

Contact: Patricia Anthony 384-4038 Fax: 672-4129

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INTENT TO PARTICIPATE Waikiki CommunityCenter Duke Kahanamoku Challenge Sunday, January 23, 2011 at Hilton Hawaiian Village Kick-off Ceremony 9:00 AM

Organization/Team Name Authorizing Signature # of Teams

Contact Person Daytime Phone Email

AddressCity , StateZipFaxCellPhone

Faxthisformto 791-2099andmail check by12/15/10,iflater$650to: WaikikiCommunity Center 310Paoakalani Avenue Honolulu, Hawaii96815

The Waikiki Community Center 26th An- nual Duke Kahanamoku Challenge is a great way for companies to provide critical assistance to the people of Waikiki.

The event will be held on the Duke All participants will receive an official Waikiki Kahanamoku Beach & Lagoon at the CommunityCenter Duke Kahanamoku Chal- Hilton Hawaiian Village Hotel. It all kicks- lenge t-shirt and lunch. Winning teams are off at 9:00 AM on the Hilton lawn with a presented with a trophy. blessing and canoe procession honoring The Waikiki Community Center 26th Annual Duke Kahanamoku Challenge is an event that ners, canoe builders and paddling leg- promotes teamwork and friendship, as well as ends. The late Mau Piailug a teacher of being a fun day for the whole family. traditional, non-instrument wayfinding Please join us by entering a team in the event methods of deep- sea voyaging. andhelpsupport the Waikiki Community Cen- ter, a private, not-for-profit human services Teams will participate in two spirited com- agency thatprovides for the needs of children, petitions, the open ocean 1/4 mile outrig- senior citizens and families. ger canoe race, and the Makahiki (ancient Hawaiian land games). Each team should The cost to enter a 12 member team in the consist of 12 individuals, 6 will participate eventis $600, and includes all entrance fees in the canoe race, and the other 6 in the for the canoe races, the Makahiki competition, Makahiki games. Team members can be t- Schedule of Events January 16-22, 2011

Sunday, 1/16 OUTRIGGER REEF: 9a-1p & 6-9p Kuloko Arts of Hawaii: Guest Artist (info. 922-5110) 6-9p Kani Ka Pila Grill: Mailani Makainai (info. 924-4990) OUTRIGGER WAIKIKI: 4-6p Duke's: HENRY KAPONO / 9:30p-12a Lawrence Kidder (info. 922-2268) 7-9p Hula Grill: Live Local Entertainment (info. 923-4852) WAIKIKI BEACH WALK: 5-6p Kona Winds, Fountain Stage (info. 931-3591) 6-6:45p Hula Implements work shop at MANA HI (info. 923-2220) Monday, 1/17 OUTRIGGER REEF: 9a-1p & 6-9p Kuloko Arts of Hawaii: Guest Artist (info. 922-5110) 3-5p Kani Ka Pila Grille: Keoni Coelho (info. 924-4990) 6-9p Kani Ka Pila Grille: Sean Naauao (info. 924-4990) OUTRIGGER WAIKIKI: 4-6p Duke's: Haumea Warrington / 9:30p-12a Ellsworth Simeona (info. 922-2268) 7-9p Hula Grill: Live Local Entertainment (info. 923-4852) WAIKIKI BEACH WALK: 4-4:45p The Art of Lei Making at MANA Hawaii (info. 923-2220)

Tuesday, 1/18 HOLIDAY INN WAIKIKI 9a-5pFreeSurfingMuseumTours(info.791-1200) BEACHCOMBER RESORT: OUTRIGGER REEF: 9a-1p & 6-9p Kuloko Arts of Hawaii: Guest Artist (info. 922-5110) 6-9p Kani Ka Pila Grille: Weldon Kekauoha (info. 924-4990) OUTRIGGER WAIKIKI: 4-6p Duke's: Haumea Warrington / 9:30p-12a Ellsworth Simeona (info. 922-2268) 7-9p Hula Grill: Live Local Entertainment (info. 923-4852) WAIKIKI BEACH WALK: 10-10:30a Learn Hawaiian Language at MANA Hawaii (info. 923-2220) 4:30-6p Ku Ha`aheo~Evening Hula, Fountain Stage (info. 931-3591)

Wednesday, 1/19 OUTRIGGER REEF: 9a-1p & 6-9p Kuloko Arts of Hawaii: Guest Artist (info. 922-5110) 3-5p Kani Ka Pila Grille: Keoni Coelho (info. 924-4990) 6-9p Kani Ka Pila Grille: Cyril Pahinui (info. 924-4990) OUTRIGGER WAIKIKI: 4-6p Duke's: Haumea Warrington / 9:30p-12a Ellsworth Simeona 6p Strolling Hawaiian music by Hemapa`a 7-9p Hula Grill: Live Local Entertainment (info. 923-4852) WAIKIKI BEACH WALK: 4-4:45p Entry to Hula at MANA Hawaii (info. 923-2220)

Thursday, 1/20 HOLIDAY INN WAIKIKI 9p Jimmy Buffett's: Kailua Bay Buddies (info. 791-1200) BEACHCOMBER RESORT: OUTRIGGER REEF: 9a-1p & 6-9p Kuloko Arts of Hawaii: Guest Artist (info. 922-5110) 3-5p Kani Ka Pila Grille: Keoni Coelho (info. 924-4990) 6-9p Kani Ka Pila Grille: Kawika Kahiapo/Mike Kaawa (info. 924-4990) OUTRIGGER WAIKIKI: 4-6p Duke's: Haumea Warrington / 9:30p-12a Lawrence Kidder 7-9p Hula Grill: Live Local Entertainment (info. 923-4852) WAIKIKI BEACH WALK: 4-4:45p `Ukulele at MANA Hawaii (Mana Hawaii info. 923-2220) 9p-12a Giovanni Pastrami: Free Karaoke (info. 923-2100)

Friday, 1/21 HOLIDAY INN WAIKIKI 9:30a-5p Jimmy Buffett's: Free Surfing Museum Tours (info. 791-1200) BEACHCOMBER RESORT: 9:30p KailuaBay Buddies OUTRIGGER REEF: 9a-1p & 6-9p Kuloko Arts of Hawaii: Guest Artist (info. 922-5110) 6-9p Kani Ka Pila Grille: Kaukahi (info. 924-4990) OUTRIGGER WAIKIKI: 5p Piano by Jeanette Travias, Lobby 4-6p Duke's: Maunalua / 9:30p-12a Duke's: Lawrence Kidder (info. 922-2268) 7-9p Hula Grill: Live Local Entertainment (info. 923-4852) WAIKIKI BEACH WALK: 10-10:45a Hula at MANA Hawaii (info. 923-2220)

Saturday, 1/22 HOLIDAY INN WAIKIKI 9:30p Jimmy Buffett's: Kailua Bay Buddies (info. 791-1200) BEACHCOMBER RESORT: OUTRIGGER REEF: 9a-1p & 6-9p Kuloko Arts of Hawaii: Guest Artist (info. 922-5110) 6-9p Kani Ka Pila Grille: Manoa DNA (info. 924-4990) OUTRIGGER WAIKIKI: 4-6p Duke's: TEN FEET / 9:30p-12a KONA CHANG DUO (info. 922-2268) 7-9p Hula Grill: Live Local Entertainment (info. 923-4852)

Activities are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Uarain

He l ua k ia It s a rainy day

He nui n ano o ka ua There are many types of rain

ua li ili i light (little) rain ua nui heavy (big) rain ua loku pouring rain ua noe misty rain ua kilihune fine rain ua nihi pali cliff-creeping rain ua n ulu sudden shower

To some folks, rain is considered a nuisance or an inconvenience. However, weare reminded of Hawaiian traditions where rain is welcomed as a blessing. It nourishes the land and sustains life. In addition to the rain types listed above, there are scores of proper names for rains like Tuahine, the rain of M noa; P p kapa, the rain of Kalihi; and K kalahale, the rain of Honolulu.

U ka lani, ola ka honua

When the heavens weep, the earth lives.

Royal Hawaiian Center produces lelo Ola o ka ina as a community service for Waik k Improvement Association