PBS Little Big Band’s next gig

This Sunday, December 12, from 3 to 6 pm it’s time to take a little break from the holiday madness and kick back a bit and enjoy the sound of the PBS Little Big Band. This time the line up consists of the two name sake founders, Phil and Bob Scellato on their thrilling trumpets, and then two of our top sax players Scott Villiger and Reggie Padilla rounding out the front line.

At the Boston key board we have Ikaika Tecson a popular jazz man with fresh ideas and a great sense of humor.

Taking care of the rhythm section are two stalwarts of the local jazz scene, Phil Bennett on drums and Terry Grace on upright bass.

We have enjoyed all these musicians here before and for the newcomers you can look forward to hearing some of Hawaii’s top jazz and as far as we know the only big band sound around. So come and enjoy.

We open at 1 pm for those who would like to have their own table and have a relaxing time with their own food and drink. We always provide punch and coffee, and if one of us is in the mood we sometimes make cookies too.

Ward’s Rafters (3810 Maunaloa Avenue,between 15th and 16th Avenues) is the big three story house in the back. Do not go to the house on the street and make sure you park legally.

Today – Ala Moana Center Stage

From 11 am – noon today (Saturday, September 18) … 10 finalists in Diamond Bakery’s “Make and Bake” contest  complete for cash prizes.

The contestants’ orignal recipes and ‘cracker building structures’ will be judged by Brent Kunimoto-Diamond Bakery President, Susan Au Doyle-Exec. Director Aloha United Way, Melissa Chang – writer and blogger, Ron Villoria- Honolulu Coffee Company baker and Lynn Cook-writer and island artist.

The contest benefits Aloha  United Way.

Come on down.  Should be fun.

Jazz band jams on Sunday, August 15

Local jazz musicians jamming for your enjoyment.   Phil Scellato (formerly of Phil’s Gold) has one foot in the visitor industry … his wife works for Starwood!

“The Little Big Band” at Rafters on SUNDAY, AUGUST 15TH at 3 PM!

Here’s the days lineup!

Leading the “Band”- The “Trumpeting” SCELLATO BROTHERS, PHIL and BOB.

With them….

• REGGIE PADILLA, Tenor Sax
• AMBROSE SPLESCIA, Alto and Baritone Sax….. From New Zealand and Australia,
• a great Jazz virtuoso!
• JODY WALKER on the Drums – and
• MARK TANOUYE on Bass
• On this day the band welcomes back to Hawaii, one of the great expatriot Jazz Pianists, KEITH SCOTT, back from Central America and Florida

No Cover. Musicians are paid by donations at the door.

You can bring your own food and drinks. Some pupus are available too.

Call for directions etc. Jackie Ward - 735 8012.

Are ‘tat’s your thing? If so, you may want to check this out.

Bishop Museum’s Traditions of the Pacific presents the upcoming lecture Kākau Hawai‘i:  Hawaiian Tattooing with Keone Nunes on Thursday, July 29, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  Nunes is a respected artist and revivalist of

image of Keone from Inked magazine

traditional Hawaiian tattooing.  He will share the historical and cultural significance of the art form as well as explore individual expression and meaning in Hawaiian tattooing.

What:     Lecture: Kākau Hawai‘i:  Hawaiian Tattooing with Keone Nunes

When:    Thursday, July 29, 2010,  6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Where:   Atherton Hālau

Cost:       $5 General; Free for Bishop Museum members



A related morning workshop will take place outdoors on the museum’s beautiful Flanders Lawn on Saturday, August 7, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.  Attendees will have the opportunity to observe Nunes demonstrate the techniques involved in deciding on and creating a traditional Hawaiian tattoo.  Participants will also learn to identify the characteristics of Hawaiian tattoos and design variations.

Image from Oha.org

What:     Workshop: Kākau Hawai‘i:  Hawaiian Tattooing with Keone Nunes

When:    Saturday, August 7, 2010,  9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Where:   Flanders Lawn

Cost:       $20 General; $10 for Bishop Museum members




Space is limited for these events.  Reservations are required by calling 847-8296 or by email at trey.dodge@bishopmuseum.org.



Haleiwa Summer ArtFest this weekend

Thirteenth Annual Summer Event ArtFest at Haleiwa Beach Park

­Saturday, July 17, 10am-6pm

Sunday, July 18, 10am-5pm

The Haleiwa Arts Festival non-profit organization will present its Thirteenth Annual Summer ArtFest on July 17 & 18, 2010 at the Haleiwa Beach Park.

The Haleiwa Arts Festival event activities include approximately 125 juried visual artists with original works, limited and open editions, both traditional and contemporary, in oil, acrylic, ceramic, photography, sculpture, watercolor, fabric, serigraphy, jewelry and glass, as well as other media.  Their art will be available for viewing, browsing and purchase directly from the artists.

The Haleiwa Summer ArtFest will also include performance arts, with performers presenting original music and dance with audience participation encouraged.  Also included are cultural history tours, arts demonstrations and displays, and a host of hands-on children’s activities.

The ‘Cool Stuff to Buy’ booth will include our new limited edition poster prints and shirts. And we may have a small quantity of limited edition posters and shirts from past events.  Poster and shirt art by Patrice Federspiel.

A broad selection of food and beverages will be available at the ArtFest site and also throughout Haleiwa Town, which is noted for its excellent eateries from local style to fine dining.  You can’t stay hungry this weekend!

In addition, several North Shore businesses and galleries will be offering special events, attractions, and promotions throughout the area during this ‘Celebrate the Arts in Haleiwa’ weekend.  Stop and go at your leisure as you have an opportunity to experience a weekend filled with a variety of activities, events and promotions here in our unique North Shore community.

Haleiwa Arts Festival programs have been supported in part by: the Hawaii Tourism Authority

For additional information http://haleiwaartsfestival.org

Ewa Orchid Show – 2010

The annual Ewa Orchid Show continues tomorrow, Sunday, from 9 am – 3 pm at Ewa Elementary School.  Admission / Donation is $2 per person.  I had a great time looking at the beautiful orchids.  This was the ‘Best in Show” and if I remember correctly, the same type or orchid won last year too.

This is Mr. Kojima of Ewa and his winning orchid plant.

Here’s a close-up of his orchids …

Loved this beautiful spray of red-colored orchids …

The floor display was of a plantation house setting …

and here are a few more …

This weekend on Oahu … decisions, decisions

This is a big weekend (June 11 – 13) on Oahu for parades and cultural activities but there’s also many other things to check out … if you’re up for it.

Here’s a mixed plate of things to see and do in Waikiki and beyond.


FRIDAY, JUNE 11

- Bishop Museum recognizes major community partners with FREE Admission … for kamaaina and military

This Kamehameha Day, Bishop Museum admission will be waived for kamaaina and military visitors … yay … take the kids!!  The free admission is in recognition of two community partners who have shown incredible support of Bishop Museum programs and exhibits:  the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and Hawaiian Airlines.

For more information about this event, click here http://hawaiitravelmarketplace.wordpress.com/2010/05/28/a-trio-of-excellent-events-coming-up-on-oahu-and-hawaii-island/

To learn more about Bishop Museum’s exhibits, programs, and activities, please visit www.bishopmuseum.org or call (808) 847-3511.

- Live broadcast at the Ocean House Restaurant, 11am – 1 pm

Join Mix It Up Hawaii! at the Ocean House Restaurant in the Outrigger Waikiki Reef Hotel. The team will be broadcasting live on www.HawaiiIRL.com!

Try the FREE samples of their loco moco and possibly other dishes.
Validated parking with purchase.  For more information, visit http://www.hawaiiIRL.com

- Aloha Friday Luncheon Show at Kani Ka Pila Grille

Taking the stage will be O’Brian Eselu, award-winning recording artist and kumu hula; Na Hoku Hanohano Award winner for Female Vocalist of the Year, Mailani (pictured); and Kainani Kahaunaele, who recently released her second album “Ohai Ula.”

Seating begins at 11:30 am, with Live Broadcast from 12 noon to 1:00 pm

Kani Ka Pila Grille at the Outrigger Reef on the Beach, 2169 Kalia Road, Waikiki

Adults: $25.00, tax and tip inclusive; $17.50 for keiki ages 5-12;

For more information, click here  http://everydayhawaii.blogspot.com/2010/06/battle-of-paddle-hawaii-outrigger-reef.html

- Lei Draping Ceremony at the King Kamehameha statue

Starts at 11 am in front of Aliiolani Hale … program features music by the Royal Hawaiian Band

- Duke’s Waikiki (beachfront at Outrigger Waikiki) – Free Concert on the Beach, 4 – 6 pm, featuring Maunalua

For more information, call 808-922-2268.

- Pan-Pacific Waikiki Hoolaulea, 7 – 10 pm

Kick-off the Pan-Pacific Festival as Waikiki transforms into a festive block party! Walk down Kalakaua Avenue and enjoy great food, local products, and free entertainment from around the world!



SATURDAY, JUNE 12

- Waikiki Beach Clean-up, 7 am meet at the Duke Kahanamoku Statue

Do some good to take care of the aina.  Continental breakfast and transportation provided to clean up areas.  Ends at 9 am.

RSVP 923-1094, ext 6

- King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade

Starts at 9:30 am from Ft. DeRussy and ending at Iolani Palace with a hoolaulea. The parade is expected to have 10 floats, marchers, bands and vehicles.  NOTE:  this is the furst year for this ‘new’ and more traditional route for this parade.

- Portuguese Day on the Plantation, 10 am – 3 pm

Hawaii’s Plantation Village is hosting ‘Portuguese Day on the Plantation’ at their location in Waipahu.  Presented by the Hawai‘i Council on Portuguese Heritage, the one-day cultural event highlights the music, food and culture of Portuguese people in Hawaii.

The event is FREE and open to the public.  Ample free parking is available.

For more information, call 808-677-0110.

- Rainbow Sandals Gerry Lopez Battle of the Paddle Hawai‘i

Set for June 12 and 13 at historic Duke Kahanamoku Beach at Fort DeRussy Beach Park, the Battle of the Paddle is a stand-up paddle (SUP) festival and exposition that includes a series of races and demonstrations for all ages and skill levels. For the sport’s elite paddlers, there is a cash purse of over $25,000.  Come on down.  Fun for everyone.

BONUS: A VIP tent will be set up on the beach providing bentos for twitter people who RSVP. Here is a link to that twtvite http://twtvite.com/BattleofPaddle.

- Free screening of “Blue Crush”

At the Outrigger Reef on the Beach “Blue Crush,” will be shown on Saturday, June 12, at 8 p.m., and the public is invited to enjoy this poolside showing under the stars. Prior to the screening, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., the public can meet Hawaii surf icon Gerry Lopez, together with several Roxy Team Riders, who will sign autographs and pose for photos.

For more information, call 808-923-3111.

- Duke’s Waikiki – Free Concert on the Beach, 4 – 6 pm, featuring Beach 5 Band

For more information, call 808-922-2268.

SUNDAY, JUNE 13

- Pan-Pacific Matsuri Waikiki Parade, Sunday, June 13, starting at 5pm at Ft. DeRussy to Kapiolani Park

The parade is the festival highlight and will have marchers, vehicles, floats and bands.

- PBS Little Big Band … at Ward’s Rafters from 3 – 6 pm
The Band; Reggie Padillia/tenor, Ambrose Splecia/alto (and more), Mark Tanouye/bass, Ikaika Tecson/piano, Mark Lindberg/drums, and Phil and Bob Scellato on trumpets

No cover, bring food and drink if you like, and don’t forget the band (donations in the basket as you enter is for your hard working musicians).  For more info, call 735 8012 (Jackie Ward )

- Sunday Showcase at Waikiki Beach Walk, 5 – 6 pm, featuring Halau Hula O Hokulani

For more information, call 808-931-3591

ON-GOING

- Ruth’s Chris Steak House 45^th Anniversary Celebration

In celebration of this milestone, Ruth’s Chris Steak House created a special 45^TH Anniversary Menu priced at $45, available through July 31, 2010.

For information and reservations, call Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Restaurant Row at 808-599-3860 and Waikiki Beach Walk at 808-440-7910.

- Royal Hawaiian Center entertainment schedule of free events, Mondays – Saturdays

For more information, click here    http://www.royalhawaiiancenter.com/entertainment

- 3rd Annual Chinese Film Festival at the Honolulu Academy of Arts, June 1 – 30

For more information, click here      www.honoluluacademy.org



Enjoy!