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Week of Friday, July 3, 2015 | Vol. 3, No. 27

Grinds & Da Kines For Your Weekend

LOOKING FOR TOP MAI TAI

HEALING HORSES GALA COMING UP JULY 13 AT THE HUKILAU LANAI

OPEN JULY 4TH Weekly at KCC Campus! info: visit www.kauaicommunitymarket.org

Support Kauai’s farmers while eating local and healthy For more choices, visit www.KauaiGrown.org

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IN THIS ISSUE: 2. OUT & ABOUT: Top picks for the week

3. ENTERTAINMENT: Healing Horses

4-5. DINING OUT KAUAI: Lava’s on Poipu Beach

6. BOOK REVIEW: ‘The Pillow’

7. CHECK DA SCENE: Colors for Cancer

OUT & ABOUT: TOP PICKS FOR THE WEEK FRI SAT SUN MON TUE WED THU INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION 5 TO 10 P.M. PACIFIC MISSILE RANGE FACILITY Entertainment by Greenstone Project, Hoaikane, fireworks display, food, games and more.

SLACK KEY GUITAR 4 TO 6 P.M. HANALEI COMMUNITY CENTER Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and ukulele concert. $20 FIRST FRIDAY PAINA 11:30 A.M. TO 1 P.M. KAUAI MUSEUM COURTYARD Live Hawaiian music

by Darryl Gonzales, local food and more. $20

Contact Us: www.thegardenilsland.com facebook.com/TheGardenIsland @thegardenisland

TAHITI FETE 9 A.M. TO NOON HANALEI PIER Hanalei Canoe Club’s 30th annual Tahiti Fete, a 1/4 mile, 6-man outrigger canoe regatta.

SLACK KEY GUITAR 3 TO 5 P.M. HANALEI COMMUNITY CENTER Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and ukulele concert. $20

BIBLE SCHOOL 9 A.M. TO NOON CALVARY CHAPEL Mount Kilimanjaro themed vacation Bible school free for children 4 years old through 5th grade.

WEIGHT WATCHERS 5:30 P.M. ST. JOHNS EPISCOPAL CHURCH Weekly Weight Watchers meetings on Tuesday.

CONCERT IN THE SKY 4 TO 9:30 P.M. VIDINHA STADIUM SOCCER FIELD Kauai Hospice 26th annual Concert in the Sky. An aerial fireworks event with live entertainment, food booths, games and more. Adults, $10 advance, $15 at gate. Kids, $5, $7.

MARRIAGE BUILDING 7 P.M. KAUAI CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Love and Respect is a free marriage relationship building class based on Christian principles.

Open to married, singles, divorced, engaged and teens.

COMMUNITY YOGA 6 TO 7:30 P.M. NAWILIWILI YACHT CLUB Hosted by the Kauai Sailing Association, weekly on Monday.

Bring your own yoga mat or towel.

346-7671

KAIOLA CANOE CLUB 5 P.M. NIUMALU PARK Women practices Tuesday and Thursday. 651-2996

KEKAHA FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION 4 TO 9:30 P.M. FAYE PARK, KEKAHA Fireworks display with live music, entertainment, contests, talent show and food booths.

KACHI KACHI DANCE FUNDRAISER 7 TO 11 P.M. HANAPEPE NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER Music by Wally Rita and the Los Kauaianos, prizes, drinks and pupus. $10

VEGAN POTLUCK AND LECTURE 12:30 P.M. KAPAA NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER Kelly Ball will present ‘Veganicly Grown Gardens’ at this month’s Vegetarian Society of Hawaii potluck and lecture. Bring a dish, get a dish. $5 without a dish, 337-9977

EARTHQUAKE NEPAL 6 TO 7:30 P.M. PRINCEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY Anna Meyers will share her experiences in Nepal after it was hit by earthquakes.

KHS STUDENT REGISTRATION 7 A.M. TO 3 P.M. KAUAI HIGH SCHOOL, REGISTRAR’S OFFICE Registration for new students at Kauai High School.

LEARNING WITH LIGHT 6 P.M. HANAPEPE PUBLIC LIBRARY See how astronomers use the light given by planets, stars and galaxies to understand their composition and temperature.

KUGA DANCE CLASS 5 P.M. ISLAND SCHOOL Learn hip-hop. $10

HULA CLASS 6 TO 7 P.M. KOLOA NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER Beginner female up to 12 years of age.

Class is weekly on Mondays. 645-1403

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Helping and healing in to mow the grass at the Wailua ranch, but there are gas expenses for the mowers. Heather Phelps, a volunteer board member and Healing Horses treasurer, eAnn Jackson, a Healing said during this period of less-than-average rainfall, Horses volunteer and there is extra feed needed to board member, said maintain the horses’ health proceeds from their annual and well-being. fundraiser go right into the Galann Maag, a Healing program. “Primarily, funds are needed Horses volunteer and board to feed the horses, veterinary member, said being a voluncosts, farrier, and maintenance teer is a healing experience.

The program introduces of the ranch facility,� Jackson horses to people as a therasaid. Jackson said Healing Horses peutic experience. “I lost my husband in 2013,� has a lot of work being done Maag said. “My brother has on a voluntary basis, but despite that, there are expenses been caring for my 94-yearold mother in Wailua and related to the work. As an after losing my husband, he example, volunteers come

Gala set for July 13 at Hukilau Lanai

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offered me a place to stay and help him care for my mother. I found homes —I couldn’t sell them — for my two horses, moved here from Missouri, and now, I care for these horses. This is really a labor of love — it’s a healing experience for volunteers, the horses, and program participants.� Jackson said she loves horses, but can’t afford to buy one of her own. “I came here after I had an accident and discovered what can happen when you work with horses,� Jackson said. “Now, I want to learn to ride dressage and Jessica Fredericks, the Healing Horses director, is one of the better instructors. I’m work-

JAPANESE IKEBANA CLASS

By Master Mitsuko Taura 42 years’ experience

Saturday, July 11 at 10 am (Beginners) Reservation needed Class Fee: $15 Reservation and what to bring, call 822-7007

ing with her in learning how to ride. I also love working with people with disabilities who come here to enjoy the horses. The results are amazing. Everyone who leaves this Wailua facility leaves happy.� Phelps said the Kauai Summer Gala is Healing Horses’ largest and most important fundraiser of the year. It will be July 13 at Hukilau Lanai, 520 Aleka Loop, Kapaa. The gala will run from 6 to 9:30 p.m. and will feature

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Photos by Dennis Fujimoto

Healing Horses volunteer MacKenzie Barton gets a ride on Billy Ray Tuesday at the Wailua facility.

a dinner, cash bar, silent auction and entertainment

by Not My First Rodeo.Â

For tickets, call 635-4720 or email hhkauai@gmail.com

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Lava’s on Poipu Beach Sheraton Kauai Resort at Poipu offers a great ‘hot spot’ for summer cool down

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ava’s at Poipu Beach is often called the “hot spot” of the beach and with its cool atmosphere, grand ocean view and delectable cuisine, it’s easy to see why.

“Everybody’s here to have a great time and you’re here to make that happen,” said Jacob Vogelgesang, Sheraton Kauai Resort beverage manager.

Located at the Sheraton

Kauai Resort, Lava’s was established during the hotel’s renovation in 2012.

The open-air restaurant offers a refreshing and family-friendly atmosphere with glass walls, which provide AVERIE SOTO TGIFR!DAY

Photos by Averie Soto

Paniolo Sundays

California residents Tom and Laura Aue share a Lava Flow at Lava’s at Poipu Beach.

from $29

10oz. Cowboy Steak, Guava Smoked Ribs or Combo Platter

two locations!

Call 245-1955

Enjoy a complimentary basket of fresh hot chips and a cup of salsa per table.

Aqua Kauai Beach Resort 4331 Kauai Beach Drive, Lihue, Hawaii

Happy Hour Daily 2 - 5 p.m.

BAMBOO GRILL & SUSHI “Local Food at Its Best” Breakfast is served from 7 a.m.-2 p.m., lunch is from 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m., and dinner is from 5:30-9:30 p.m.

They offer free Wi-Fi, and they can also cater any occasion.

Bamboo Sushi and Grill, formerly Richie’s Restaurant 2978, is located in the Anchor Cove Shopping Center next to ABC Store.

Dining can be done inside, or on one of the patio dining tables which has a view of the Kalapaki Bay.

HAPPY HOUR SPECIAL

1/2 off Sushi Rolls, Pupus, Drinks TUES & WED 5:30 - 6:30 P.M.

15% Kama‘aina Discount

For more information, call 245-6886.

Breakfast¬s¬Lunch¬s¬Dinner

www.mariachishawaii.com

In addition to Authentic Mexican Cuisine our menu also features Omelettes, Pancakes, and French Toasts as well as Club and Santa Fe Sandwiches, Vegetarian Burger and Mahi Mahi Sandwich.

Open 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Daily (Friday and Saturday til 10 p.m. at Harbor Mall location)

Kapaa 4-1387 Kuhio Hwy.

Lihue Harbor Mall, 3501 Rice St.

808-822-1612

808-246-1570

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RumFire seeking top Mai Tai on Kauai Winners will be named July 12 Customers enjoy drinks and dishes at Lava’s at Poipu Beach.

for a relaxing view of the Pacific Ocean.

The outlet doesn’t just offer a comfy indoor atmosphere. It has shaded bungalows next to the pool.

Lava’s is open for breakfast and serves dishes like the eggs Benedict, sauteed peppers and onions for toppings, shredded kalua pork and cheddar cheese.

For lunch, Lava’s offers the Poipu’s ahi lavawich on nine-grain deli bread with Swiss cheese, avocado, lettuce, tomato, alfalfa sprouts and stone-ground mustard.

Dinner features menu items like T-bone steak with garlic Parmesan fries, sauteed green beans and Lava’s chili peppers.

The drink menu includes guava mimosas, the Southside Mai Tai with Anos Rum, Bacardi Gold and orange Curacao and the Tropical Cruiser that

features mixed vodkas with lime, passion, orange and guava juice.

Live entertainment runs Monday through Saturday and includes slow Hawaiian guitar by Kyle LaBenz and Cory Waialeale and the Aulii Luau on the beach lawn. “(It’s) really a place that has a lot of energy and life so people can relax on the beach and enjoy their family, friends and company and when they want to come in to have a cold refreshing cocktail or watch the sporting event,” Vogelgesang said.

Lava’s at Poipu Beach is open for breakfast 7 until 10 a.m. daily with the breakfast buffet open until 10:30 a.m. Lunch and poolside service are open daily from 11 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. with an open bar until 6:30 p.m. Dinner is available on Sunday and Monday from 5:30 until 9 p.m.

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he RumFire Poipu Beach has been searching for the island’s top mai tai created by professionals.

Since May 15, professionals have been meeting at the Poipu hotspot for oceanfront dining on Friday nights to create their mai tai, competing with other professionals for the signature rum drink.

In partnership with Young’s Market Company and the Koloa Rum Co., the winner, who will be named on July 12, will be awarded an oceanfront suite for two nights at the Sheraton Kauai Resort, a $100 dining credit at RumFire Poipu Beach, and a year’s worth of bragging rights.

The winning mai tai will be featured on RumFire’s cocktail menu and the Sheraton Kauai’s annual RumFest at RumFire Poipu Beach on Aug. 14 in celebration of National Rum Day. RumFire Poipu Beach patrons vote for their fa-

Photo by Dennis Fujimoto

Noel Udaundo, the professional at RumFire Poipu Beach.

vorite mai tai between 5:30 and 9 p.m. Fridays.

“This is getting down to the line,” said June Cappiello, marketing director for the Sheraton Kauai. “This

Friday and next Friday are the semifinals with the final round and winner taking place July 12 at the RumFire Poipu Beach.”

Richie Ogata of Bamboo

Grill & Sushi, Nilo Badua of Kalapaki Joe’s, Joshua James of the St. Regis Princeville, Canaan Undarian of Tiki Iniki, Gabrielle Nelson of Tortilla Republic, Mindy Faulkner of The Dolphin Poipu, Logan Miles of The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas, Karl Ellmann of Tortilla Republic, Alika Mayor of Duke’s Canoe Club, and Benjamin Keane of Keoki’s Paradise have been making their versions of mai tai for the RumFire Poipu Beach voters.

Info: 742-1661, www. sheraton-kauai.com

Sueoka’s Snack Shop Now Open Tuesday to Sunday - 8:30am to 3:00pm Closed Monday

STEVENSON’S sushi & spirits Poipu’s luxury nightspot.

With live music nightly, traditional style sushi & sake, martinis, tropicals, aged whiskies, cognacs & ports.

Open 5:30-midnight.

Sushi 5:30-9:30pm. Music 8-11pm.

Kamaaina receive 15% off food. kauai.hyatt.com.

The trademarks Hyatt®, Grand Hyatt ®, and related marks are trademarks of Hyatt Corporation. © 2015 Hyatt Corporation.

All rights reserved.

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‘Pillow’ will keep you awake A Family Restaurant

Corned Beef Hash Loco Moco Kauai Shrimp Scampi Pulled Pork Nachos Monday Special: Oxtail Soup Friday Night Special: Prime Rib

Baked Fresh Daily Tropical Chiffon Cream Cheese Squares Warm Fruit Cobbler

(808) 431-4645 Dine in or Take out Hours Mon - Fri 10:30a - 8:30p Sat 5:00p - 9:00p Sun: Closed

CYNTHIA & ED JUSTUS SPECIAL TO TGIFR!DAY

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loha from abroad!

You are in the heart of bon dance season so we think this is a fitting time to feature “The Pillow Book of the Flower Samurai” by author Barbara Lazar. Her book was one of our top sellers during book signings at our store.

The first time Barbara did a book signing in our bookstore, her books had not come in on time. Barbara persevered, met with the customers anyway and, after talking with her about her book, they prepaid for the book and she signed a bookplate for them.

Not bad when an author can sell a book sight unseen!

We add that a book is always a winner in our eyes when both men and women are equally interested, as they were in her book.

This historical tale is an

action-packed “Memoirs of a Geisha” meets Clive Cussler.

In the rich, dazzling, brutal world that is 12th century Japan, we are taken to feudal Japan where Kozaisho is sold to provide for her family and enters the larger world

of strategy and intrigue, tradition and death. It is a suspenseful story of love, sacrifice and honor. Marked out by an auspicious omen, she is trained in the arts of the samurai. But it is through the power of storytelling that she learns to fight her fate, twisting her life onto a path even she could not have imagined.

With stunning precision, the narrative evokes the beauty and clarity of the art and culture of Japan at that time, with Kozaisho’s tales woven in bringing a fable-like quality to the story.

It is a well-researched historical novel with characters that are real and a story that is compelling.

May this story add to the richness of what bon season is all about!

••• Ed and Cynthia Justus are owners of the Bookstore in Hanapepe.

3022 Peleke Street, Suite 8 Lihue, HI 96766 At the traffic light in Hanapepe 1-3529 Kaumualii Hwy, Hanapepe 96716

808-643-2100 CALL 245-8756 FOR MORE INFORMATION

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A large variety of one of a kind ukuleles...mango, mahogany, koa, spruce, ebony. Personalized attention

Matt Ortiz, Christopher Link

Cancer ďŹ ght splashed with color

H Jeremy, Julie, Heidi Herr, Stephanie Prieto - Montreal, Canada

Kevin Peterson, Jacob Herr, Madison Johnson, Jackson Peterson, Samantha Johnson

Travel Ukulele & Guitar Sale

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Samantha Johnson, Kevin Peterson, Jacob Herr

Nancy Culver, Rose, Meredith, John Luiten

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Kyle Morden, Kaylin Fukino, Madison Rayno, Geneva Dela Cruz

Pahoa Naihe, Bailee McCune

Ryland, David, Ava, Sara Smith

eidi Herr, director for Colors for Cancer, said everyone had so much fun during the previous two events, she couldn’t resist doing it again. And on Saturday, she unleashed the third Colors for Cancer at the North Vidinha fields. Proceeds from the colorful romp through the soccer fields will support the American Cancer Society. About half of the field of nearly 100 runners came from the Mainland and Canada. They were joined by veteran runners through the colorful clouds as well as newcomers who circled the field peppered with Kauai Police Activities League flag football players and their accompanying fans.Â

Ryan, Heather Biedermann, Deacon Hawk

Kate, Elii, Laura Meinert - California

Mayumi Fulgencio, Chey Fujii

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