For Kauai Calendar Events for October 2018

For Kauai Calendar Events for October 2018 All these events and more can be seen on our online calendar where you can add them yourself, or email them to calendar@forkauaionline.com for us to do for you

Oct 1-31 Kama’aina Month at Outfitters Kauai
Kayak, zipline, paddle boarding or bike rides. For the entire month of October all tours will be available at 50% if booked by phone. Tours must be taken by October 31. Prove of Hawaiian residency needed. Find out more and see all the tours available, 742-9667, https://outfitterskauai.com

Now till October 27, Noon-6 pm Art Kauai 2018 Show
KSA’s Juried Premier Exhibition of the Year with Juror, Maika`i Tubbs, raised in Honolulu, Maika`i achieved his BFA in painting from UH Manoa and his MFA in Fine Arts from Parsons New School of Design in New York City. Open until 9 pm on Fridays. At KSA Gallery at Kukui Grove Center. Info http://www.kauaisocietyofartists.org

Now till October 14 The Cemetery Club by Ivan Menchell
Starring Maureen Sharpe, Jennifer Cullen, Laurel McGraw, Ron Wood, Claudia Cowden in this play about three widowed friends. Directed by Arnold Meister. Thurs, Fri, Sat at 7 pm, Sun at 3 pm. At WIT’s End Theatre in Kukui Grove Center. Tickets $20 in adv, $25 door. Info 635-3727, https://womenintheatre.org/cemetery-club

Wednesday, October 3, 11:30am-12:30 pm Paint The Town Pink!
Breast Cancer awareness walk. Warm up at 11:30, & Walk from Rotunda to Wilcox hospital and back at 11:45. Wear pink, wear comfy shoes and bring a sun visor, hat or umbrella. Meet at Mo’ikeha Building Rotunda. ADA special assistance, Lani 241-4917, https://www.kauai.gov/KCCSW

Friday, October 5, 9 am Mahelona Hospital’s 6th Annual Breast Cancer Walk
Wear pink to walk to celebrate life. Refreshments, pink roses, and entertainment. Meet at Kapaa Bike Path. Volunteers needed to push wheelchair bound residents. Donations to American Cancer Society. Info 823-4138, jpablo@hhsc.org

Saturday, October 6 Ohana Fit Fest
Run the 5K or the 10K, or walk the 5K. Obstacles along the way will test you. You’ll climb and crawl, and test your coordination and balance. Sunny or rainy (and fun in the mud!), the race is a go on the Wai Koa Loop trail at Anaina Hou Community Park in Kilauea. $35. Info 240-2670, https://kauainorthshorecommunityfoundation.org/our-focus/health-wellness/2018-ohana-fit-fest-presented-wilcox-health

Saturday, October 6, 9-11 am Lihue Christian Church Bazaar
Local-style crafts, baked goods, sushi, nishime, fresh produce, quilts, and more will be on sale. A lucky number with fabulous prizes will also be on hand as well as a silent auction. In addition to LCC, proceeds of certain items will benefit LCC’s Boy Scout and Girls Scout Troops and Ae Kamalii Preschool. At the LCC social hall on Kress Street. Info 245-2348

October 6, 7, & 13, 9am-5 pm Kauai Hospice Training for New Volunteers
Kauai Hospice will host a 20-hour training course over two weekends for new volunteers who wish to provide emotional, physical, and spiritual comfort to patients in private homes and nursing facilities, and assistance for their families. Participants must schedule a pre-training interview. At Kauai Hospice. Free. Info Rayne Regush 245-7277, http://kauaihospice.org

Saturday, October 6, 10:30 am & 2:30 pm Sparkle – A Honolulu Theatre for Youth Production
Lucas loves all things that Sparkle. His whole world is sparkly. He loves it so much. One day Isabella comes to play. She doesn’t like sparkle at all and Lucas’s sparkle starts to dim. This poignant and humorous story is about giving yourself permission to express who you are and stand up for yourself… even if it is in your very own sparkly slippers. Suitable for ages 3 and older. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Two shows on one day, 10:30 am Princeville Public Library, 826-4310, and 2:30 pm Hanapepe Public Library, 335-8418

Sunday, October 7 Sierra Club Hike Open to the Public – Maha’ulepu and Makauwahi Cave Reserve
Enjoy the majestic coastline. Visit the world-class ​archaeological site. South Shore. Moderate 3 miles. Requested donation for members and participants under 18 is $1. For all others: $5. Info Allan Rachap 212-3108, https://sierraclubkauai.org

Tuesday, October 9, 4:30 pm Bikes on Rice
Safe, slow paced fun rides throughout the Lihue neighborhoods for all ages and abilities. Other date, Nov 13. Meet at the Lihue Civic Center on Rice Street. Info 639-1018, https://bikesonrice.org

Tuesday, October 9, 5:30 pm “We, The Voyagers” Part 1: Our Vaka
Kauai Community College & National Tropical Botanical Garden Present a “sneak peak: showing. Dr. Mimi George & Meph Wyeth of the Pacific Traditions Society will introduce the film. At Kauai Community College Cafeteria. Info Vaka Taumako http://vaka.org

Tuesday, October 9, 6-7:45 pm Learn to Sew
Maile Bloxsom of Vicky’s Fabrics, introduces students to the basic use of sewing machines. Participants will complete a basic project. Free class limited to 6 students ages 12 and older. Students are encouraged to bring their own machines. Machines will be provided to students without one. At Kapaa Public Library. Registration required 821-4422, http://www.librarieshawaii.org/events

October 11-12, 9am-2:30 pm Learn Through Movement and Play
Learning through Movement and Play class is appropriate for Early Childhood Educators, infant-child caregivers, teachers that work with special needs, parents, grandparents, University instructors, therapists and more. $235. Held in Kapaa. Info and to register http://www.denisehornbeak.com/private-sessions/workshops

October 12-14 Auditions for Arsenic and Old Lace
KCP is opening the 2019 season with one of the most popular plays of all time, a hilarious and improbable comedy about two elderly sisters who have a calling to put lonely elderly men out of their misery with wine spiked with arsenic. Auditions: Oct 12, 4-7 pm, Oct 13-14, 1-4 pm all at Kauai High School drama room. Info Director, Dennis McGraw 651-2417, mcgrawd002@hawaii.rr.com

Friday, October 12, 5-9 pm Italian Date Night Dinner at Monkeypod Jam
Sit down and enjoy a simple but delicious meal, bring a bottle of wine for $10 corkage fee. Menu includes: Ribollita Soup, Tuscan Kale Salad, Beef Shank Ragout Over Creamy Polenta, Roasted Kauai Vegetable Lasagna. $45 pp. At Monkeypod Jam, https://monkeypodjam.com/collections/workshop

Saturday, October 13 Hammer ‘N’ Ales Oktoberfest
Have fun and support affordable housing on Kaua‘i at the ultimate island Oktoberfest. Kauai Habitat For Humanity has a goal to build 30 homes a year. This event will feature food, drinks, music, sunshine, and fun. All food and drink included in ticket price, plus a logo tasting glass. Music by Homestead and Cruz Control. 21 and over only. Tickets $35 to $75. At Poipu Beach Athletic Club. Info http://kauaihabitat.org, http://poipuclub.com

Saturday, October 13, 9am-4 pm Eo e Emalani i Alakai
Enjoy the beauty of Kokee, as the mountain forests echo with the sounds of Hawaiian music and chants. Step back in time to 1871 as Queen Emma and her entourage arrives on horseback at 11am. Enjoy the exhibits, crafts, silent auction and delicious food! At Kokee State Park. Free. State Park parking is limited, please carpool. Bring your own seating. No coolers. Info 335-9975, info@kokee.org, http://kokee.org

October 13-14, 9am-5 pm For Your Eyes Only – Vision Rejuvenation
A class for those wanting to improve and preserve their vision, reducing eyestrain from computers, phones, and other screens. Come and learn good visual habits. $333. Held in Kapaa. Info and to register http://www.denisehornbeak.com/private-sessions/workshops

Saturday, October 13, 2-3 pm Taiko Drumming Lecture-Demo & Hands-On Workshop for Beginners
Presented by members of Taiko Kaua’i amongst the 88 Shrines of Lawai International Center. Come experience this opportunity to touch the heart of a rhythmic tradition. Suggested minimum donation $10. Register 651-8893, dorahong888@gmail.com, http://www.lawaicenter.org

Sundays, October 14-November 18, 3-4:30 pm Journey Through Grief Workshops
The workshops offer helpful information, personal support for feelings, and a safe environment to explore personal and family changes resulting from death. At Church of the Pacific. To register, call Kauai Hospice 245-7277

Tuesday, October 16 Sierra Club Hike Open to the Public – Maha’ulepu Coastal Walk
This hike starts and ends at Shipwreck Beach and is ideal for hikers who want a strenuous workout! Spectacular coastal walk with stunning views each step of the way! This magnificent coastline is unique with its fascinating craggy rock limestone formations. South Shore. Strenuous 6 miles. Requested donation for members and participants under 18 is $1. For all others: $5. Info Bob Nishek 346-0476, https://sierraclubkauai.org

October 19-20 Kauai Chocolate & Coffee Festival
A celebration of all things chocolate and coffee with lots of sampling, educational displays and workshops, entertainment and exhibitor booths featuring a variety of chocolate and coffee products. Friday, 5-9pm and Saturday, 10am-4 pm. The Street festival takes place in Historic Hanapepe Town with farm tours, informative classes, workshops/demonstrations, live entertainment, a chocolate and coffee pampering station, a silent auction, keiki activities, sampling and much more. Free, although ‘passport’ tickets required for guaranteed tastings. Info https://www.kauaichocolateandcoffeefestival.com

Saturday, October 20 Sierra Club Hike Open to the Public – Halemanu, Back Pipe, Canyon, & Kamuela Trails
Hike making a loop seeing Waipo’o Falls with great views of Waimea Canyon to the ocean. Strenuous 5 miles. Requested donation for members and participants under 18 is $1. For all others: $5. Info Ken Fasig 346-1229, https://sierraclubkauai.org

Saturday, Oct 20, 9am-1 pm Keiki Day at Na Aina Kai
Na ‘Aina Kai’s playday is a monthly event where you can enjoy quality time with your kids in the “Under the Rainbow” Children’s Garden. The kids can play in Jack’s fountain, explore the jungle tree house, and discover the many child friendly features of our Children’s Garden. Bring a towel and be prepared to get wet! Outside snacks are permitted. Reservations are recommended. $10 per person (children under 1 year old are free). Info 828-0525, http://naainakai.org/keiki-day

Sunday, October 21 Sierra Club Hike Open to the Public – Sunset to Full Moon Coastal Walk
We start off in the late afternoon meeting at Kapa’a Library and shuttle our cars to start our walk along the coastal path from Donkey Beach ending back at the library as we watch an almost moon rise over the ocean. Requested donation for members and participants under 18 is $1. For all others: $5. Info Judy Dalton 482-1129, https://sierraclubkauai.org

Sunday, October 21, 11am- 4 pm, 2018 Harvest Festival
Harvest Festival featuring water slides, a bounce house, rides, games, food, entertainment, music, tons of free pumpkins and more! Free. At Waimea Canyon Park, 9555 Huakai Rd, Waimea

Sunday, October 21, 5:30 pm “Who Dunnit?” St Michael’s Gala
Step back into the 1920’s at the historic Kilohana Estate. Sumptuous Dinner, Music by Monica Chung, Intriguing Mystery Theater. To Benefit HUGS, whose mission is to “Embrace Hawaii’s Seriously Ill Children & Their Families” & St Michael’s Community Initiatives. Tickets https://stmichaelsgala.brownpapertickets.com

Thursday, October 25 Sierra Club Hike Open to the Public – Mo’alepe and Kuilau Ridge Trails
Scenic hike near Makaleha Mountain through hala trees, ti, wild orchids and paperbark trees. Glorious views and ever-present bird-songs reward the hiker along this trail. Be ready for a few mud puddles and a long hike on these beautiful connected trails. Strenuous 9 miles round trip. Requested donation for members and participants under 18 is $1. For all others: $5. Info Lee Gately 661-373-4834, https://sierraclubkauai.org

October 25-27, 5:30 pm Nightmare in Waimea
Are you brave enough to face the upside down? Waimea Canyon Park will be upside down and inside out at this year’s annual Haunted Village. 5:30-7:30 pm NON SCARY – OK for younger children, 7:30-11 pm SCARY – Not recommended for younger children. Plus Halloween movies on the lawn 26 & 27. Event supporting local charities, donations accepted. Info or to volunteer NightmareInWaimea@gmail.com, https://www.facebook.com/NightmareInWaimea

October 26-28, 10th Annual Princeville Community Fine Arts Exhibit
Kauai north shore artists will be exhibiting drawings, paintings, ceramics and sculptures. Oct 26, 9-11 am Artists submit pieces with entry form for Parameters for Submission and online entry form, 4-7 pm Exhibit and gala opening night with pupus, Oct 27-28, 1-4 pm Exhibit. Oct 28, 4-5 pm Artists pick up artwork. Open to the public & free. Info April McGinnis 826-6687, April@princevillecommunity.com, http://www.princevillecommunity.com/view/events-committee.aspx

Saturday, October 27, 6 am, 13th Annual CKTV Golf Tournament
Please come out and support the CKTV Media Productions Class as they work to make it to the Student Television Network Convention next March in Seattle! 3 Person Modified Scramble, handicap for the team is 25% of total combined handicap, mulligans $5 each (2 per player max). Cost includes green fees, cart rental, coffee service and pastries before tee off, and Luncheon and prizes at Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School Cafeteria. At Wailua Golf Course. Info Kevin Matsunaga 241-3200, http://www.cktv-mediaproductions.com

Saturday, October 27, 6-9 pm The Monster Mash Bowling Fundraiser
Hawaii Lodging & Tourism Association Bi-Annual Charity Walk Bowling Fundraiser benefitting Kauai’s charitable organizations. Come in costume and enjoy the music and light show. Info http://www.hawaiilodging.org

October 27-28 Kauai Startup Experience Entrepreneurship Conference
Attention young entrepreneurs! Do you have a business venture that you want to start? Do you need guidance on where to begin? We are looking for youth ages 14-24 & supportive adult mentors to participate. Info Melody Lopez 245-1873, mlopez@onipaa.org

Wednesday, October 31 Hawaii Tourism Authority & IFEA Workshop – Growing Success II
WS is geared to enhance the success of your events/projects in sponsorship proposals and follow-up report, keeping your event fresh, marketing and social media. At Kauai Beach Resort. $35. Info info@gohta.net. Register by October 22 at https://hawaii-tourism-authority.ticketleap.com

Wednesday, 31 October, 3:30-6 pm Trick-or-Treat!
Celebrate Halloween at The Shops at Kukui’ula with delicious treats for keiki and sweet shopping specials for the keiki-at-heart. Info https://www.theshopsatkukuiula.com/events

Friday, November 2 YWCA of Kaua’i’s 10th Annual Na Wahine Alaka’i I Kaua’i
Celebrate the women leaders of Kauai at this year’s event. Dinner, silent auction, entertainment and dancing. Held at Kauai Marriott Resort. Tickets http://ywcakauai.org/purchase-tickets, info 245-5959

Saturday, November 3 Sierra Club Hike Open to the Public – Polihale Ridge
Please note, this is NOT Polihale Beach but a ridge hike that begins up in Kokee State Park and terminates on a ridge above the beach. Moderately difficult 10 miles round trip. Requested donation for members and participants under 18 is $1. For all others: $5. Info Ken Fasig 346-1229, https://sierraclubkauai.org

November 3-10 Be Moved – Women’s Retreat
Be Moved retreats are designed to help you transform your inner and outer dance through life. Join us, on a moving journey with yoga, nia dance, excursions, art, hula, quiet reflection, women’s circle, ocean play, hiking and more! Held on the North Shore. Info 635-1589, 635-0557, https://womensretreatkauai.com

Saturday, November 3, 9 am Kauai Veterans’ Day Parade, 1st Saturday Event & Coconut Festival
Kauai Veterans’ Day Parade will start on Makaha Road and proceed down Kuhio Highway thru downtown Kapaa and end at Kapaa Beach Park on Nui Street. Featuring marching units from the different military services, community organizations, Kauai school’s marching bands and JROTC units. Following the parade there will be a ‘lite’ version of the Coconut Festival with local and cultural entertainment, shopping, and food. In the evening it’s time for Kapaa’s 1st Saturday Event. Info https://www.kauaiveteranscenter.org, https://kbakauai.org

Sunday, November 4 Sierra Club Hike Open to the Public – Maha’ulepu and Makauwahi Cave Reserve
Enjoy the majestic coastline. Visit the world-class ​archaeological site. South Shore. Moderate 3 miles. Requested donation for members and participants under 18 is $1. For all others: $5. Info Allan Rachap 212-3108, https://sierraclubkauai.org

November 5-11 Kauai Writers Conference
Attracting major authors of both literary and popular fiction, non-fiction, screenplay and poetry, The Kauai Writers Conference features writing and publishing workshops, one-on-one pitch sessions and manuscript critiques with influential literary agents. Whether you’re new to writing or have a book ready to publish, this event provides a rare opportunity to learn from some of the industry’s best. Conference highlights include sessions with Pulitzer Prize winning author Jane Smiley and Hawaii-born Kaui Hart Hemmings, whose book, The Descendants, was turned into an Oscar-winning film. A few of the notable conference faculty include Jon Fine, former Director of Author and Publisher Relations for Amazon; Garth Stein, author of The Art of Racing in the Rain; Sara Gruen, author of Water for Elephants; and Christina Baker Kline, author of Orphan Train. Pre conference Master Classes are also available for those looking for a more intimate experience. At Kauai Marriott Resort. $695-$1250. Info info@kauaiwritersconference.com, http://www.kauaiwritersconference.com

November 6-8 Mani Lomi 1 Workshop
Mana Lomi describes a concept that involves the movement of energy. The Mana Lomi technique is based on Hawaiian concepts of working with the”mana” of the body, mind, and soul of an individual. Topics covered include clinical procedures of Mana Lomi as well as history, simple meditation practices, ho`oponopono and Hawaiian healing chants. At St. Michael’s, Lihue. $485. Info 652-5691, http://hartfeltkauai.com

November 7-10, 3rd Annual Poipu Food & Wine Festival
Chef competition and culinary market Nov 7, 3:30-6 pm, Flavors of Poipu and KCC Chef demo Nov 9, 5:30-8:30 pm, Poipu Culinary Scholarship Gala Nov 10, 5:30-9 pm. Info Poipu Beach Resort Assn, 742-7444, https://www.poipufoodandwinefestival.com

Thursday, November 8, 8am-6 pm “In the Kitchen” Poipu Food & Wine Festival
Hands-on cooking class with some of Poipu’s top chefs in their own restaurants; includes tasting. $50pp. Info Poipu Beach Resort Assn, 742-7444, https://www.poipufoodandwinefestival.com

November 9 & 10, 8-10 pm The 4th Annual Wahine Comedy Festival
Join the Female Comics of Hawaii, the only all-female comedy group in Hawaii for two nights at Trees Lounge in Kapaa. $12 at door. Info http://www.treesloungekauai.com

Saturday, November 10 Sierra Club Hike Open to the Public – Kuilau Ridge Trail
A gentle steady walk on a wide path with sweeping view of lush valleys and Mount Waiʻaleʻale and Makaleha Mountain Ranges. This trail offers great rewards without a lot of effort. Glorious views and ever-present bird songs reward you along this trail. Hike to bridge and picnic tables for lunch. East side. Easy to moderate 3.5miles. Requested donation for members and participants under 18 is $1. For all others: $5. Info Vivian Hager and Julio Magalhães 650-906-2594, https://sierraclubkauai.org

Tuesday, November 13, 4:30 pm Bikes on Rice
Safe, slow paced fun rides throughout the Lihue neighborhoods for all ages and abilities. Meet at the Lihue Civic Center on Rice Street. Info 639-1018, https://bikesonrice.org

Saturday, Nov 17, 9am-1 pm Keiki Day at Na Aina Kai
Na ‘Aina Kai’s playday is a monthly event where you can enjoy quality time with your kids in the “Under the Rainbow” Children’s Garden. The kids can play in Jack’s fountain, explore the jungle tree house, and discover the many child friendly features of our Children’s Garden. Bring a towel and be prepared to get wet! Outside snacks are permitted. Reservations are recommended. $10 per person (children under 1 year old are free). Info 828-0525, http://naainakai.org/keiki-day

Sunday, November 18, 13th Annual KVMH Golf Tournament
Two person scramble, come dressed in a colorful aloha shirt and receive a free mulligan, Banquet luncheon and awards ceremony at Grand Hyatt. Fundraiser for West Kauai Medical Center and Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital. $120 per golfer. Info 338-9452, 482-0808, skline@hhsc.org

Ongoing

Fridays, 1:45-5 pm NEW Kauai Food Tour – West Shore
Take the Hanapepe Walking Tour for a culinary adventure on the West Side. Five tastings with owner interaction, insider access, Hanapepe history, private tastings and Chef demos. $99. Info https://www.tastingkauai.com/kauai-food-tour-west-shore