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1998

8TH ANNUAL MAUI ONION FESTIVAL August 1-3. 11 a.m.­4 p.m. Held at Ka`anapali Beach Resort's Whalers Village, the event celebrates the Maui Onion, Maui's famous agricultural product and gourmet cooking ingredient. Displays, music and entertainment highlight the event. Call: 661-3271.

"HE OLELO HO`OHIKI I MALAMA `IA" August 1 - 2 and 6 -9. The revered spirit of Queen Lili`uokalani narrates the dynamic 5th Annual, musical drama staged by more than 200 members and friends of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Kaua`i-Hawai`i Stake. Authentic hula, traditional costumes, and spectacular staging, light up the Kaui`i War Memorial Convention Hall. Seating by 7 p.m. Admission is free. Call: 246-0219 or Brenda 882-7203.

HONOLULU ACADEMY OF ARTS THEATER SCHEDULE August 1 - 4, Flamenco, film; August 2, Na Mele O Hawai`i, performance; August 5 - 7, Antonio Gaudi, film; August 7 - 10, film, When We Were Kings; August 10, Craft Traditions of the Minority Tribes of Guizhou and Yunnan Province, lecture; August 11 - 14, film, Madame Butterfly; August 15 - 16, performance, SFCA Winners; August 17, Showcase '97. Call: 532-8700.

ARTS OF PARADISE GALLERY August 1 - 31. An abstract look--an abstract look at nature. Call: 924-2787.

FISHING SUPPORTS RESEARCH August 1. One-day fishing tournament supports the Pacific Ocean Research Foundation, which studies and develops ways to preserve game fish, including the famous Marlin of Kona where the tournament is held. Call: 329-6155.

OPENING DAY-TROUT FISHING SEASON August 2. Fishing in streams and reservoir at Kokee State Park for 16 consecutive days, then on weekends and holidays through September. Fishing license required, $3.75 for 30 day license. Call the State Dept. of Land & Natural Resources, Aquatic Resources at 274-6931.

STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS CANOE REGATTA August 2. Hilo Bay Beach Park, sponsored by the Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association. 8:30 a.m.

ANNUAL SUMMER CRAFT FAIR-FAMILY SATURDAY August 2. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Kaua`i Museum. Call: 245-6931.

HAWAI`I INTERCULTURAL DANCE CAMP & MUSIC FESTIVAL August 3 - 9. Hawaiian, Pacific, Asian, African and American dance classes and demonstrations by master instructors and performers. Held each year at Kalani Honua Retreat and Conference Center near Kehena Beach on the Big Island. Call: 965-7828.

WONDER WALK GUIDED HIKE August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. Register at Kokee Natural History Museum. 1 p.m. Call: 335-9975.

HAWAI`I INTERNATIONAL BILLFISH TOURNAMENTS August 3 - 9. Kailua-Kona hosts the top billfishing tournament in the world each August, featuring teams from many countries, a parade, public weighing in ceremonies at Kailua pier. Call: 329-6155.

1997 HAWAI`I TOUR OF GANDEN JANGTSE MONKS August 4 - 9. The Pegge Hopper Gallery. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. each day , the fascinating process of constructing the mandala, rarely seen in public. Call: 524-9588.

NA KAMU NO'EAU: THE TEACHERS OF THE WISDOM OF THE HANDS Hui No'eau Visual Arts Center offers a four hour class, making Hawaiian art and hearing lectures. Call: 572-6560.

CORAL REEF KIDS KAMP August 4 - 8,11 - 15. Week long camp including drawing, painting, storytelling, creative movement and science experiments. Ages 6-12. Kapaa Neighborhood Center. Fees per week for half days (1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.) $50 museum members or $65 non-members. Call: 823-8222.

BETWEEN SACRED & PROFANE August 4 - 29. Art exhibit at Ramsay Galleries in historic Chinatown in Honolulu. The artist is James M. Winters, ceramist. Call: 537- ARTS (2787).

KAUA`I MUSEUM August 5, 12, 19, 26. Free tour with admission at 10 a.m. Call: 245-6931.

1997 HAWAI`I TOUR OF GANDEN JANGTSE MONKS August 8. Joyful Wisdom Tour: Sacred Music and Dance of Tibet, presented at the Hawai`i Theater on Oahu, 7:00 p.m., by monks from Ganden Jangtse monastery. This is a two hour performance of overtone chanting and traditional dance. Call: 524-9588.

BENEDETTI & SVOBODA CONCERT August 8. Master guitarists play nouvelle flamenco, classical and gypsy music at Kona Outdoor Circle, Kuakini & Queen Ka`ahumanu Hwys. junction. Call: 982-9548.

KAUAI TAHITI FETE August 8 - 10. The Kauai Tahiti Fete, an educational and cultural program, will be held on the island of Kauai at Kukui Grove Park and Pavilion, Lihue, from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. This event features a Tahitian Dance Competition you won't want to miss. Call: 826-9571 or 826-6233.

BIG ISLAND PANAEWA ZOO BENEFIT CONCERT August 9. Benedetti & Svoboda, master guitarists, play nouvelle flamenco, classical and gypsy music at UH-Hilo Theater. Call: 961-2595.

NICK ROTT MEMORIAL BIKE FEST August 9-10. Parker Ranch is the site for mountain bike races, bike rodeos, road races and other off-road biking events. Call: 329- 3309 / 329-9718.

HAWAII STATE WINDSURF CHAMPIONSHIPS August 9. This is a pro and amateur women's and men's windsurfing competition at Kahana Beach Park in Kahului, Maui. Call: 877- 2111.

ICE CREAM FESTIVAL OF MAUI August 9. All-you-can-eat ice cream, entertainment and games at the War Memorial Complex in Wailuku, Maui. Call: 808-244-5508.

TURTLE INDEPENDENCE DAY August 9. Juvenil sea turtles raised in protected sea water ponds at Mauna Lani Bay Hotel, in cooperation with Sea Life Park, are released to the ocean on the Kohala Coast of the Big Island. 10 a.m. Call: 885-6622.

CJM COUNTRY STABLES RODEO August 10. CJM Country Stables. Call: 742-6096.

FUNDRAISER & SILENT AUCTION August 10. Benedetti & Svoboda, master guitarists, play nouvelle flamenco, classical and gypsy music for silent auction for Parker Auditorium in Waimea. Call: 885-7933.

MASTER GUITARISTS BENEDETTI & SVOBODA August 10. Guitarists, play flamenco, classical and gypsy music at St. Andrews Cathedral in Honolulu. Call: 524-2822.

NA HULA O HAWAII FESTIVAL August 10. The Honolulu Zoo hosts this hula festival from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call: 266-7655 or 926-3191 Loreine.

ASAHI SUPER CUP '97 August 12 - 15. A four-race sailing competition off Waikiki designed to accommodate visiting Japanese sailors. They will be racing J24s and yachts over 30 feet. Call: 946-4213.

HONOLULU ACADEMY OF ARTS EXHIBITIONS August 12 - 31 Umbra/Penumbra: Imaging the Alter-Body is the Image Foundation's annual exhibition at the Academy Art Center Gallery. And, Exhibition: The arts of local artists, Ian Gilespie and Dan Rudoy. Call: 537-8172.

THIRD ANNUAL KEIKI AMATEUR CONTEST August 13 - 15. Ka`ahumanu Center on Maui. A display and contest of youngest and best talent in song, dance and much more, at Kaahumanu Center on Maui. Call: 877-3369, ext. 25.

ROYAL COPENHAGEN TABLE TOP EXHIBITION August 15 - 16. Ten table top settings of tableware in various themes 12noon to 7 p.m. at the Regency Ballroom of the Royal Hawaiian Hotel. Call: 524-6441.

HONOLULU GAY AND LESBIAN CULTURAL FESTIVAL August 15 - 23. This week long festivities will feature Hawai`i's leading gay and lesbian artists in such fields as film, video,the visual arts, dance, theater and literature. Call: 941-0424.

PUUKOHOLA HEIAU CULTURAL FEST August 16. Puukohola Heiau National Historic Site cultural festival that showcases traditional Hawaiian arts and skills. Programs meet at Pelekane Beach near the heiau. Call: 882-7218.

AZEKA RIB COOK-OFF AND TASTE OF MAUI August 16. Kihei Maui is host town to this rib contest at Azeka Shopping Center. Hawaiian singing, dancing, crafts and foods benefit for the Junior Achievement. Call: 879-5000.

BENEDETTI & SVOBODA CONCERT August 16 - 17. Master guitarists play nouvelle flamenco, classical and gypsy music at fundraiser in the Lihue Parish Hall. Portion of proceeds go to Kaua`i Children's Discovery Museum. Call: 823-8222.

LAUHALA WEAVING WORKSHOP August 16. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. with Margaret Lovett. Bring lunch. Kaua`i Museum. $25. Call: 245-6931.

DUKE KAHANAMOKU CANOE RACE FOR WOMEN August 17. Kailua Beach Park, sponsored by the Lanikai Canoe Club. 8:30 a.m.

DUKE KAHANAMOKU CANOE RACE FOR MEN August 17. Kailua Beach Park, sponsored by the Lanikai Canoe Club. 10:00 a.m.

BANKOH KI-HO' ALU (OAHU) August 17. This festival is a celebration of Hawaiian slack key in all its diversity. It will be held at the Bishop Museum. This festival in enjoyed by local and visitors alike. Call 239-4336.

HAWAI`I COMPUTER ART SOCIETY'S 9TH ANNUAL SHOW August 17 - October 3. Hawai`i Pacific University Art Gallery is on the university's windward campus in Kaneohe. Call: 236-3567.

HONOLULU ACADEMY OF ARTS SHOWCASE August 17 from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. in the Academy Courtyards a wine tasting event with the finest in gourmet food and an art auction. Call: 532-8712.

KAUA`I COUNTY FARM BUREAU FAIR August 21 - 24. Vidinha Stadium, Lihue. Carnival rides, exhibits of Kaua`i's best livestock, produce, flowers, crafts, foods and nightly entertainment. Call: Sue 828-2120 or 822-4984, ext. 234.

THIRD ANNUAL PINEAPPLE FESTIVAL August 21 - 23. Ka`ahumanu Center on Maui. A celebration of Maui pine through games, entertainment, photos, newspaper articles and a Pineapple Dessert cooking contest. Call: 877-3369.

IOLANI INVITATIONAL VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT August 21 - 23. Iolani School will host the largest high school girls volleyball tournament in the state. Teams participating are from California, Arizona and schools from Oahu.

KAUA`I COUNTY FARM BUREAU FAIR August 21 - 24. Displays of livestock, flowers and produce on The Garden Island, carnival rides, games, food and demonstrations of arts and crafts in Lihu`e. Call: 828-2120.

CUISINES OF THE SUN August 23 - 27. Spices of Life: Celebrating Fragrance and Flavor. This annual food fest, prepared by gourmet chefs, is held at the Mauna Lani Bay Hotel on the Kohala Coast of the Big Island. Call: 885-6622.

KA HO`OLAANA August 23. A ritual investiture of the Big Island Aloha Festivals Royal Court takes place at high noon on the rim of Halemaumau Crater in Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island. Call: 885-8086.

HULA PA HAWAIIAN DANCE August 23. Hula Kahiko on the hula mound next to Volcano Art Center within Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island. Free admission. Call: 885- 8086.

KAILUA BAY IRON CHALLENGE CANOE RACE August 23. Sponsored by Kailua Canoe Club. Kailua Beach Park to Moku Lea Island to Moku Lea and return. Long distance races. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

MAUI WRITERS RETREAT August 23 - 28 at the Grand Wailea Resort. Provides for intellectual discussion, advice on publishing and producing while working on manuscripts or scripts with the best authors and screenwriters in the business, including Ron Howard, John Saul, Dan Millman, Dan Poynter, Terry Brooks, Jack Canfield. Limited enrollment. Write or call for a free brochure: (808) 879-0061 or write: MWC, P.O. Box 968, Kihei, HI 96753.

MO`IKEHA HAWAIIAN SAILING CANOE RACE August 24. The Kohala Coast is the route for this annual sailing canoe race from Kawaihae Harbor to Puako and north to Mahukona. Call: 326- 7820.

DAD CENTER CANOE RACE FOR WOMEN August 24. Sponsored by Outrigger Canoe Club. Ladies race from Kailua Beach to Outrigger Canoe Club. 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

NATIONAL PARK DAY AT PUUHONUA O HONAUNAU August 25. Cultural displays at Puuhonua O Honaunau on the Kona Coast of the Big Island. Call 328-2288.

WAILEA GOLF INVITATIONAL August 27 - 30. Three days of competition on all three Wailea courses. Prizes, awards, merchandise, evening events, discounted airfares and special hotel rates. Open to all golfers with a current USGA handicap. Call: 879-4465.

EARTH MAUI NATURE SUMMIT August 27. The top environmental event on Maui includes a 5K Run for Hawai`i rain forests, snorkeling adventure, eco-seminars, nature exhibits, island-wide watchable wildlife tours and the field focus on the natural environment of Maui and protection of natural resources. Includes a hike to one of the few remaining tropical rain forests in America. Kapalua Resort. Call: 669-0244.

WILSON KAPALUA OPEN TENNIS TOURNAMENT August 29 - September 1. Top tennis players in Hawai`i compete for a $12,000 purse at Kapalua Tennis Garden on Maui. Call: 669-5677.

MAUNALOA PLANTATION DAYS FESTIVAL August 29 - 31. Molokai Ranch and the Maunaloa Museum & Cultural Park feature a three day festival to celebrate Maunaloa Town's 75th anniversary. Call: 533-4165.

MAUI WRITERS CONFERENCE August 29 - September 1. Held at the Grand Wailea Resort, it is called the best writers conference in the world by the publishing industry. 1997 presenter, Ron Howard, John Saul (Black Stone Chronicles), Jack Canfield (Chicken Soup For The Soul), Bryce Courtenay (The Power of One), Neil Sheehan (Pulitzer Prize-A Bright and Shining Lie), Dan Millman (New Age Peaceful Warrior series), Terry Brooks (Sword of Shannara), Bob Loomis (V.P at Random House). Over 50 top literary agents and editors will be added this year for the Manuscript Marketplace one-on-one consultations. Free brochure call: (808) 879-0061 or write: MWC, P.O. Box 968, Kihei, HI 96753.

SEVENTH ANNUAL CHILDREN'S ART EXHIBIT August 30 - September 13. Selected art is presented by the Hui's children's summer art class students and displayed professionally. Call: 572-6560.

QUEEN LILIU`OKALANI LONG DISTANCE OUTRIGGER RACE August 30 - 31. The largest long- distance canoe racing event in the world draws teams from the Pacific Basin. More than 2500 paddlers are expected to compete in this open ocean event with public activities and viewing at Kailua-Kona pier. A lantern parade of competitors travels down Alii Drive on August 30 at 7 p.m. Call: 329-0833

TWENTY-THIRD PARKER RANCH LABOR DAY RODEO AND HORSE RACES August 30 - 31. Annual rodeo event at Paniolo Park in Waimea on the Big Island. Call: 885-7311.

QUEEN LILIUOKALANI LONG DISTANCE OUTRIGGER CANOE RACE August 30 - 31. This 18-mile single-hull race is accompanied by Hawaiian arts and craft booths as well as the Torchlight Paddler's Parade that will take place on Saturday. The short-course one-person and double-hull races are on Sunday. Call: 329-4520.

POLO SEASON ON MAUI Starts August 31. Olinda Polo Field is the site of polo games every Sunday at 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. (September and October, every Sunday) - (November 2 and 19.) Call: 579-8660.

LANAI TO MAUI CHANNEL RELAY SWIM August 31. Lanai to Kaanapali on Maui with an international field of competitors in 9-mile, 6-person relay race. Call: 335-5790.