HiP 007 - 59th Statehood Day and Dukes Ocean Fest

Hawaii Posts

Hawaii Posts episode #007 for the week of 8/17-23/2018

In this episode hear the Hawaii state song and learn of it's origins in celebration of Hawaii's 59th Statehood Day

We also listen to some Birthday and Opening ceremonies down at the Duke Statue in Waikiki as part of the kick off of the annual Dukes Ocean Fest

Statehood

Hawai?i Pono?? is the current state song of the State of Hawaii.

Hawai?i Pono?? was one of the national anthems of the Kingdom of Hawai?i and also was the National Anthem of the Republic of Hawaii

Kamehameha V, wanted a gift of music for his people and asked Kaiser Wilhelm I of Germany to send a bandmaster to Hawai?i.

Henri Berger arrived June 5, 1872, and organized the Royal Hawaiian band who perfomed June 11,1872, after 5 days of practice

The words were written in 1874 by King David Kal?kaua

https://youtu.be/oJu5JvZSoCw

Hawaii’s Statehood Day commemorates Hawaii’s admission as a state on August 21, 1959.

In 1898 the United States annexed Hawaii, which was declared as a “necessary” navy base for the conduct of the Spanish-American War.

During World War II, Oahu served as the command post for the US operations in the Pacific.

After the war, two-thirds of the residents favored statehood.

A primary election took place in Hawaii on June 27, 1959

President Eisenhower signed a proclamation on August 21, 1959, declaring Hawaii to be the 50th state

Happy Statehood Hawaii 59 years

Weather

We have sunny skies and light tradewinds with afternoon thunderstorms trough sunday

Mostly sunny through monday til thursday with developing chances of showers by late weds.

Hurricane John is gone but now we have a category 2 SSE of the island named LANE

The current tracking model has it going south of the islands through the week. which could change as it might work a little North west. It may bring additional showers for Hilo and Maui. If it becomes a threat then i will provide a hawaii post hurricane update next week.

Sun & Moon

sunrise 6:10 - 6:12

sunset 7:00 - 6:55

within the week the days shorten by 7 1/2 minutes

still allowing an average of 12hr 45min of daylight

Moon is a Waxing Cresent up til friday night when it reaches half moon phase

Hawaiian Night Sky

Visible planets after sunset:

Venus sets at 9:18 am

Jupiter sets at 11:18

Saturn sets at 2:25 am

Mars setting at 4:17am

The Perseid meteor shower is still active in the night sky.

Surf

North

flat to a half foot

smooth and clean great for ocean recreation

South

1-2

light winds mostly off shore

look out for a future bump generated by Hurricane Lane mid week

East

1-2

clean morning followed by fair to choppy afternoons

West

0-1

good offshores all week.

EVENTS

8/17-23/2018

BIG ISLAND

West Hawai'i County Band in Concert

OCCURS ON: FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2018, 6:30PM - 7:30PM

The West Hawai'i County Band will present an hour of band music selected from the band's extensive repertoire including jazz tunes, marches, film music, classical and traditional Hawaiian music. The band is comprised of over 20 local musicians from all walks of life. The West Hawai’i County Band

Hula Arts At Kilauea: Na Mea Hula Demonstrations

OCCURS ON: SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2018, 11:00AM - 1:00PM

Held in conjunction with monthly Na Mea hula kahiko performances, join Kumu hula Kaho`Hokele Crabbe with Halauolaokalani on the lanai of the Volcano Art Gallery as they share with you “N? Mea Hula” (all things hula). Come and learn a hula, use various hula implements and try your hand at lei making

Obon Dance & Festival - Hakalau Jodo Mission

OCCURS ON: SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2018, 7:00PM - 10:00PM

The summer Obon season perpetuates the Buddhist tradition of honoring the spirit of those passed on celebrated with special services and festivals. The festival includes food booths, taiko drummers and other colorful sights and sounds, bon dances that have become a cultural touchstone for all in

MAUI

Makawao Third Friday Town Party

OCCURS BETWEEN: FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2018 - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2018, 6:00PM - 9:00PM

Maui Friday Town Parties happen every Aloha Friday! Spearheaded by the Maui County Office of Economic Development, each party highlights one of Maui’s historic small towns and along with their unique, local businesses. Whether it’s an eccentric art show in Lahaina or a paniolo party in Makawa

Maui Calls 2018: In Celebration of Hula

OCCURS ON: SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2018, 6:00PM - 10:00PM

Saturday, August 18, 2018; Yokouchi Pavilion and A&B Amphitheater; 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Maui Arts & Cultural Center's signature fundraising gala begins with a fresh flower lei greeting and Hawaiian music serenade. Guests mix and mingle as they sample delectable creations by chefs from around maui

Kauai

Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar & Ukulele Concert - Honoring Raymond Kane

OCCURS ON: FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2018, 4:00PM - 6:00PM

Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar & Ukulele Concert -Sea Turtle Serenade

OCCURS ON: SUNDAY, AUGUST 19, 2018, 3:00PM - 5:00PM

Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar & ukulele concert featuring songs & stories telling its history. Gift Drawing. Family Friendly. Tickets $25 ($20 Ages 13-19 & 50+; $10 Ages 6-12). Audience rating 18+ yrs is 99.3% "Excellent, Highlight of our trip!"

at the Hanalei Community Center

OAHU

Made In Hawaii Festival

OCCURS ON: FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2018

First Hawaiian Bank presents Made in Hawaii Festival 2018 a 3-day showcase of local products, cooking demonstrations and entertainment, August 17-19, 2018. the 24th annual Made in Hawaii Festival, coming to the Neal S. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall and Arena on Statehood Day Weekend

Heiva i Honolulu

OCCURS ON: SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2018, 9:00AM - 9:00PM

HEIVA I HONOLULU, produced by Tahiti Nui International, is Hawaii’s biggest and best Tahitian dance competition. On Saturday, August 18, 2018, the Hawaii Convention Center will be full of hundreds of soloists and premier Tahitian performances representing Hawaii, North America and Asia.

Willie K

OCCURS ON: TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2018, 6:30PM - 11:00PM

Willie K will be performing at Blue Note Hawaii with 2 shows at 6:30 pm & 9:00 pm. Willie K is a Maui based performer whose performances span genres and age, playing anything from blues, to jazz, to traditional Hawaiian music. Doors open at 5:00pm and 8:30pm

Ron Artis II

OCCURS ON: THURSDAY, AUGUST 23, 2018, 6:30PM - 11:00PM

Ron Artis II will be performing at Blue Note Hawaii with 2 shows nightly at 6:30 & 9 PM. To say that Ron Artis II plays music from his heart and soul would be a bit of understatement. With his style ranging from rock, blues, jazz to rap, R&B and soul, the young musician has made his mark on the

Moon Walk & Dinner Buffet

OCCURS ON: SUNDAY, AUGUST 19, 2018, 6:00PM - 10:00PM

Waimea Valley’s Moon Walk is back for its 35th year. On the full moon come down to Waimea Valley after dark to experience it like never before. For these special nights the Proud Peacock will reopen with a dinner buffet of fresh local ingredients by Ke Nui Kitchen.

Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival "Waikiki Style" (36th Annual)

Festival to feature some of the top artists in the Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Genre performing for 6 solid hours on the beautiful grounds of the Waikiki Aquarium. Festival will also feature local arts and crafts, snacks, soft drinks and other favorite local foods. A minimum of 15 artists will

Duke's Oceanfest 2018: Waikiki's Premier Ocean Sports Festival

OCCURS BETWEEN: SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2018 - SUNDAY, AUGUST 26, 2018

The annual Duke's OceanFest features a variety of ocean sports that were close to Duke Kahanamoku's heart, including Longboard Surfing, Paddleboard Racing, Swimming, Tandem Surfing, Surf Polo, Beach Volleyball, and Stand-Up Paddling.

The festival celebrates Duke Kahanamoku's life, his legacy

Duke Kahanamoku Aug 24, '06

Opening Ceremonies

https://youtu.be/T0alPXtG1Uw