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It’s finally the first Saturday of the month. That means the streets of Old Kapaa Town will be brimming with musicians, artisans and foodies as shop owners keep their doors open well into the evening. Every month, shop owners lining a mile-stretch along the Kuhio Highway, host 1st Saturday in Old Kapaa Town. The event, which lasts from 5 to 9 p.m.,
features art, food and shopping. and organizations to join in the fun. The The event was started by Angelique name changed to 1st Saturday in Old Ell, owner of a. ell atelier, a boutique that Kapaa Town, and a triangle of businesses features everything from custom made stretching from “canal to canal” have wedding gowns, men’s aloha wear to keiki welcomed the idea of a Saturday event. clothing, using all-natural fabrics. One of the key components to this The event launched in November 2009 event is the strong response from street 4-1383and Kuhio Highway ,Kapaa, HI. a96746 as a weekly art walk, but it transitioned to vendors musicians who add multithe first Saturday of month. cultural vibe and a festive atmosphere to “I have been working in the Old Kapaa every corner of the event, according to Town area since Neill Sams of Orchid Alley. 1999 and have “There is always something new to see and always thought it experience, walk down another black and Tricia Yamashita a fan of Oldyou are certain to experience an altogether was issuch a gem Kapaa Town of an area — different set of sights and sounds,” Sams “I’ve eaten there,the I’ve shopped there,said. local mom I’ve danced there,”and she said, smiling There are more than 100 vendors, pop shops, These days, she’s on the move theremusicians, restaurants and shops that artist studios again, this time asand eventsthe coordinator best participate at this event, and the layout of for the Kapaa Business Association. island eateries event varies month to month, but you are That means she’s overseeing activities overlooked — sure to find skilled crafters, photographers, for the popular First Saturday that jewelry makers and food vendors. passed by tourists stretches from “canal to canal,” or and residents about Ono Family restaurant to just The event’s mission is simple: Establish after Kapaa Beachheading Park, from 5-9 to p.m.Old Kapaa Town as a destination and Hanalei,” Ell creating a network of small businesses Saturday. said. “We really want to encourage peoplethat support and promote each other as In 2011,“Wewell as community events. to come out,” Yamashita said. nightjust In the last few months, a subcommittee welcome people tothe comeartout and have a great time.”broadened its of the Kapaa Business Association (the Old Kapaa Town is about to be even Tricia Yamashita There will be the usual deals,Downtown reach andgreat invited Kapaa Economic Development busier than usual with 1st Saturday. service and surprises shops andand Beautification committee) has other at businesses The family fun event on the first
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Yamashita said. Ashlyn Bloxsom walking through town on 1st Saturday Kauai police will have a presence, picks up a miniature orchid at Orchid Alley. too. stepped up working to partneraswith the to organizers “We’re a team identify of 1st Saturday in Old Kapaa Town. where the challenges are and come up with andwhich help make it a fun The solutions committee, is comprised experience for all,” she said. businesses completely of downtown Kapaa is operations that Yamashita, are members who of the Kapaa Business director for Kauaia partnership Hospice, said First Association, formed in order Saturday has been a huge success, to help support this family-friendly event time for residents and andproviding see that aitgreat is prosperous in the future. visitors, while boosting sales for local Visit www.kbakauai.com for details. businesses. It continues to expand So, what types of places should you check and attract more people each month, outwhich duringisthe next event? glad you asked. why, as events coordinator, Note: Parking is available Beach Yamashita wants Firstat Kapaa Saturday to Park the canal something near the Kapaa Public be and sustainable, the Kapaa library. Public restroomscan are continue available to at Business Association Kapaa Beach provide on Park. a monthly basis. “That’s really been what it’s about, to bring people back into what we call old Kapaa town,” she said. “I enjoy shopping there. It’s a different experience than the shopping center. You can definitely find unique pieces.” She said the most-asked questions regarding First Saturday are about how to be a vendor and how to have a food truck at the event. Applications that be filled outPlease and fees paid. visitthat ourmust new be Kauai Folks can’t andGallery set up madejust giftshow shop up & Art shop. ThereinisOld a process follow. KapaatoTown! “What we’re really trying to do is educate the community on how to become a vendor or a food truck participant because that’s been the biggest challenge,” she said. Challenges are part of any great event like First Saturday in Old Kapaa Town. “I love it,” Yamashita said. “It’s certainly challenging, but I really enjoy meeting the business owners and helping people out and teaching people how to be involved.” Info: oldkapaatown.org Info: oldkapaatown.org
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