Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 19, Number 12, 1 December 2002 — 2002 KËKËMAPA DECEMBER CALENDAR OF EVENTS [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

2002

KËKËMAPA DECEMBER CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Events of interest to the Hawaiian community are included in the calendar on a space-avail - able basis, and do not constitute endorsement or validation of the events or the sponsors by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. Hawai'i's area code, 808, is only included in non-O'ahu phone numbers.

Sat., Nov.23-Fri., Dec. 27 Native Books Art Exhibit Native Books is proud to present "Kapa & Ipu," the New Aupuni Artwall Exhibition. Join in the eelebration of these master craflers' amazing talent. Native Books Kapalama, open weekdays 9am-5pm, Sat., 10am-4pm, closed Sundays. Admission is free, storefront parking. For more information, eall 845-8949. Sun., Dec.l-Tues., Dec.31 — Historic Waimea Walking Tour Take a trip back into time with the "Glimpse of the Historic Waimea" walking tour. Learn aboutthis historic plaee, onee home to ali'i, and the

plaee that Capt. James Cook first landed in Hawai'i. Wear walking shoes and light clothing. 9:30 a.m. West Kaua'i Technology and Visitors Center. Walking tours are free. For more information, eall 808-338-1332. Fri., Dec.6-Sun., Dec. 8 — Jim Nabors annual Christmas show Don't miss out on this incredible Christmas Special "A Merry Christmas with Friends and Nabors ," presented by the Hawai'i Theatre, Honolulu Symphony and Naborly Pro ducti ons . Ente rta inm e nt ine lude s International star and loeal favorite Jim Nabors with hula dancers and guests including Karen Keawehawai'i, Emma Veary and the

Honolulu Symphony Orchestra and hula. Fri. and Sat., 7:30 p.m. Sun. 2 p.m. Hawai'i Theatre. Tickets are $45 -$55, discounts available. For more information, eall the Hawai'i Theatre Box Office at 528-0506. Sat., Dec. 7 — Nā 'Ōiwi 'Ōlino ess<R, poster and debate awards OHA's Nā 'Ōiwi 'Ōlino Educational Campaign holds the final round of its high school debate on the pros and cons of Federal Recognition, followed by an awards ceremony honoring winners of the debate, poster and essay contests. 5-8 p.m. Kamehameha Schools Kapālama C ampu s , Ke ' e lik ōl an i Auditor ium . Free. For information, eall 594-1962.

Sat, Dec. 7 — Home For the Holidays III

Ho'okena's third annual Christmas spectacular will feature holiday and Hawaiian favorites, performances by hula stylistNani Dudoit, the rich baritone of Kaiponohea Hale, and other special guests. 6 p.m. Mamiya Theater, St. Louis School. $30. For tickets and information, eall 5244845, or visit online at www.hookena.com. Sat., Dec. 7 — Waimea Christmas Parade Come and join in the Hawai' i Island tradition of ushering in Ihe holiday season wilh Ihe 42nd Annual Waimea

Christmas ^Parade sponsored by

the W aim ea Com mun ity Association. The parade begins at Church Row Park at 6 p.m., journeys down Vlāmalahoa Hwy. and ends at the Parker Ranch Shopping Center. For information, eall Patti Cook at (808) 885-3633. Sat., Dec. 7-Fri., Jan. 3 — 18th Annual Honolulu City Lights This luminaiy spectacular begins atHonolulu Hale and on the munieipal lawn with children's entartainment at 4 p.m. and the opening cer-

emony at 6 p.m. King Street will be lit up withthe Electric LightParade whichbegins at6p.m. atA'alaPark and ends in front of Honolulu Hale. The lighting of the City Christmas tree will be at 6:30 p.m., followed by a concert other family holiday entertainment. Free. For more information, eall 527-6060. Sat.,Dec.7 & Fri.,Dec. 15 — Kilo Hokū Spend an evening of wintertime stargazing and star lore near the summit of Haleakalā with the staff of Haleakalā Nahonal Park. Be prepared for veiy cold weather. Bring a hat, waim clothing and something to sit on. Meet no later than 6:30 p.m. at the Haleakalā Visitor Center. The program is free to t he public buta $10 parking fee may be charged. Formore information, eall 572-4400.

Sun., Dec. 8 — 30th Annual Honolulu Marathon This 26-mile course stretches from Aloha Tower to Hanauma and contains 49 points of interest and scenic spots. The race begins at 5 a.m. at Ala Moana Beach Park and ends near the Kapi'olani Bandstand. For more information, eal 1 Ho no lul u Mar atho n Association 734-7200. Mon..Dec.9-Tliurs..Jan.30 Hawaiian Crafts Exhibit Kaua'i Museum's Fibers, Feathers and Friends exhibit will showcase feather lei, lauhala hats and purses, and an array of paintings. Opening receptionis Dec. 12, 4:30-7 p.m.Mezzanine Gallery. Mon,- Fri., 10 a.m. -3 p.m., Sat., 10 a.m. 2p.m. Closed Sun. For information, eall 808-245-6931 .

Fri.,Dec.l3-Sun.,Dec.l5 — Hawai'i's Holiday Gift and Food Expo This three-day Christmas shopping extravaganza will feature antiques and handcrafted eollectibles, clothing for everybody, jewelry, made in Hawai'i products, informational products, toys, art See CALENDAR on page 16

CMLENaMRfrom page 11 work and products from over 300 vendors. There will be prize give~ aways eveiy half hour. Fri., 4~ lOpm; Sat., 10am~10pm; Sun., 10am~6pm. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. Admission is free. For more information, eall 676-5886. Fri.,Dec.l3~Sat.,Dec. 14 — Nā Leo's Holiday Symphony Performance Ang ie, Lehua and Nālani's encore holiday performance featuring the Honolulu Symphony Chorus this year. 8 p.m. Blaisdell Concert Hall. $1 5 -$57. For information, eall the Honolulu Symphony Ticket Office at 792-2000. Sat., Dec. 14 — Willy Kalikimaka MIaui's own Hōkū Avvard-winner Willie Kahaiali'i will dazzle the

audience at his "Willy Kalikimaka "show with his amazing guitar stylings. The always explosive Willie K promises an exciting night of blues, rock 'n roll, traditional Hawaiian music and his favorite Christmas songs. 7:30 p.m. Mlaui Arts and Cultural Center, Castle Theater. $1 1 -$32. For information, callMIACC Box Office at 808-242-7469. Sun., Dec. 15 — Haleakalā Hike Walk on the wet side with Haleakalā Nahonal Park and The Nature Conservancy in the Waikamoi Preserve, in a native Hawaiian cloud forest. This five hour hike is moderately strenuous through wet and muddy terrain at high elevation. Bring shoes with good traction, rain gear, and water. Meet at noon at Hosmer Grove parking lot, Haleakalā National Park. Hike is free but $10 may be charged for parking . For more informahon, eall 572-4400.

Tues., Dec. 17 — Kupuna Series Bishop Museum's "Celebration of Kupuna" series will feature Aunty Mlālia Craver, a native speaker, who serves as kupuna spiritual and eultural consultant for the Queen Lili'uokalani Children's Center. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Atherton Hālau, Bishop MIuseum. For information, eall 848-4191 Tues.,Dec.31 — New Year's Celebration Ho'omaka Hou 2003 greets the beginning of the new year with music from Hawai'i's favorite tradi~ tional and contemporary artists. Bill Van Osdol of KCCN FMI 100 and Randy Hudnall of Hawaiian KINE 1 05.1 will hostthis event that will honor Mloe Keale, with a speeial appearance from the Soldiem of the Royal Guard and a Chinese Lion Dance. Sheraton Waikiki. Tickets: dinner and show is $225, show only is $85. For more information, eall

the Sheraton Waikiki New Years Eve Desk 922-4422. ■

Ka wahine nona ka lei — Queen Kapi'olani, bom Dec. 31, 1834, was the wife of King Kalākaua and the great~granddaughter of King Kaumuali'i, last independent ruler of Kaua'i. Image: Guava Graphics.