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Week of Friday, December 29, 2017 | Vol. 5, No. 52

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JUDY COLLINS

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SEND IN JUDY COLLINS Songwriter, singer still having a ball on the road; coming to Kauai

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n 2017, Judy Collins performed 150 shows.

She was nominated for a Grammy.

She wrote songs.

Turned out a new CD. Worked on another book.

Yeah, that’s a list of achievements that demands equal parts energy and enthusiasm, passion and commitment.

Judy Collins has more than her fair share of all of those.

Judy Collins, we should mention, is 78 years old.

“I’ve had a very busy year,” she said, laughing. “It’s been very exciting.”

The woman whose musical career started more than five

BILL BULEY TGIFR!DAY decades ago is having far too much fun. Her Christmas gathering with family included music, of course, and lots of laughter and storytelling.

“It was divine,” she said.

The singer/songwriter, famous for hits like “Both Sides Now” and “Send in the Clowns,” will be touring the Hawaiian Islands in January and will be opening on Kauai.

Her show here is set Jan. 11 at the Kauai Beach Resort.

“I love being there. It’s a real treat for me,” she said. “I have wonderful, intense fans

around the islands.”

Her schedule in Hawaii is demanding. The days following Kauai’s concert, she performs on Maui, then the Big Island, and then Oahu.

For those keeping score, that’s four concerts in four days. No rest days. And she doesn’t just play. She talks story with the audience. She shares her life. She weaves a connection between the stage and seats.

In case you think she must be slowing down, forget it.

Next year’s tour dates are being scheduled, new CDs and songs are in the works and another book is likely, too.

How does she do it?

“I stay healthy. That’s really the secret to the whole thing,” she said in a phone interview with The Garden Island.

She recently united with musician Stephen Stills, an old boyfriend, on the album, “Everybody Knows,” a mix of new and old songs.

Stills wrote the hit, “Suite: Judy Blues Eyes” after their breakup.

Collins loves playing music with Stills again. They plan to tour in the U.S. and Europe next year.

“I was thrilled Stephen still wanted to work with me,” she said. “We always have a swell time together.”

Her 10th and newest book, a memoir, is titled, “Cravings: How I Conquered Food.”

“If you want to know how I do this, read that book,” she said. “That book contains the silver lining.”

It shares her struggles with alcohol, overcoming eating disorders and how she is so fit today thanks to a diet of no sugar, flour and corn.

While everyone else was enjoying a Christmas feast of pie, potatoes, gravy and rolls, Collins had four ounces of turkey, brussel sprouts and two cups of salad.

That’s it.

She’s strict about three meals a day. When it comes to diet, numbers count.

“Everybody had all the things I don’t eat,” she said.

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to exercise, which includes using a stationary bike or treadmill when home, and when traveling, running in her hotel room for 45 minutes while watching the news.

“It used to be Charlie Rose,” she said. “Now, it’s not.”

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running. Or just watching TV. So she combines them. Just another example of utilizing her time well.

You won’t find many wasted minutes in the day of Judy Collins. Again, numbers count.

“That’s one of my tricks,” she said.

AUTHOR

Collins has authored several books, including “Sweet Judy Blue Eyes: My Life in Music,” which recalls her turbulent childhood, rise to fame, her romance with Stills, victories over depression and alcoholism, and her redemption through embracing a healthy and stable lifestyle and finding true love with Louis Nelson, her partner of 30 years.

Her book, “Sanity and Grace: A Journey of Suicide, Survival, and Strength,” recounts the loss of her son, Clark, who committed suicide in 1992 when he was 33 years old. Collins has become a in-demand keynote speaker for mental health and suicide prevention.

“She continues to create music of hope and healing that lights up the world and speaks to the heart,” a release said.

MUSIC

Judy Collins began her music career at 13 as a piano prodigy. She had a feeling, growing up, she would be a late bloomer.

“What gave me that idea, I don’t know,” she said.

She was right.

In 1961, she released her debut, “A Maid of Constant Sorrow,” which featured interpretative works of social poets of the time such as Bob Dylan, Phil Ochs, and Tom Paxton.

She has some 50 albums to her credit, including her landmark 1967 album, “Wildflowers,” which was entered into the Grammy Hall of Fame.

She’s garnered several top-10 hits gold and platinum selling albums.

Another release, “Strangers Again,” is a collection of duets with some of her favorite male artists, including Don Mclean, Michael McDonald, Jeff Bridges, Willie Nelson and Jackson Browne.

“These are guys that I adore and respect,” she said. “I have dreamed of playing with them.”

Collins and Ari Hest teamed up on the 12-song album, “Silver Skies Blue,” which came out last year and landed a Grammy Award nomination

for Best Folk Album.

It was Collins’ first nomination in 40 years and the first for Ari Hest.

She met Hest five years ago. Working with him, she said, has been like “a whole new career.”

Collins laughed when she mentioned she has the record for longest time between Grammy nominations.

“They finally remembered me,” she said.

She’s been touring since 1959 and believes that’s where she is at her best — on the stage, playing, talking, connecting with audiences, which she believes she has done consistently.

She loves to tell a few jokes and is not afraid to share her personal life. She does a lot of storytelling, which she said is “terribly important for texture.”

“I’m a storyteller at heart,” she said.

The life of an artist, she said, is about than making money.

It’s about living with passion.

“I love what I do,” she said.

Collins continues to work at improving at her craft and her health. She is a painter, filmmaker, record label head, musical mentor. She wants to write more. More songs. More

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come my way.”

They’re still coming.

Her show at the Kauai Beach Resort is at 7 p.m., doors open at 6. Tickets are $45 and $65.

It will be a mix of her classic

hits everyone knows and loves, and new songs.

“I’m blessed to be able to do this and come back to my wonderful audience,” she said.

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“I try to consolidate all the things that DNA has given me, what good luck and good fortune, have given to me,” she said. “So many blessings and wonderful gifts that have

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EAT, DRINK (IN MODERATION) AND BE MERRY

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New Year’s Eve a good day to dine out and say good-bye to 2017

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lmost everyone asks the same question of New Year’s Eve. Go out or stay home?

It is, after all, the last day of 2017 and the first day of 2018. Seems like a good reason to be out there celebrating. But with all the cars on the roads and the idiotic drivers that are sure to out there, too, sometimes it just makes more sense to have dinner in the living room and watch a movie, or at least the dropping of the ball in Times Square.

If you do plan to go out, we have a few recommendations for you. This isn’t a definitive list but it does offer some places to try

on Sunday. Mind you, not every place stays open until midnight so you likely won’t want to just show up at 11:45 p.m. and expect a table.

And we’ll warn you now, don’t drink and drive. Know that police will be out there and sobriety checkpoints will be set up. You don’t want a DUI on your record. Drink in moderation or have a designated driver.

But some of the following are terrific for either the food, the view, the atmosphere, the service, the music, the staff, and even all of the above.

Let’s start with an old favorite:

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busy and if you travel from Kapaa or Lihue, It’s one of Kauai’s classic haunts, long part it’s a long drive back on a night when there will be dangerous drivers out there. of the dining scene, with live music every night in Hanalei. If you’re a visitor, you really KALYPSO must be sure to visit the Nui, as some locals Just down the highway from Tahiti Nui refer to it. It is as iconic as it gets. It’s where is another island favorite and another place they shot a scene for the movie, “The Dethat’s almost always busy. They have a scendants,” with George Clooney (try to get terrifi c selection of burgers and sandwiches, his seat in the corner of the bar by the door. large screen TVs and an extensive selection Just look for the picture on the wall). Order of ice-cold beer.

The outside tables are a bit one of the many pizzas, have a beer and do nicer than the inside, just because it can be some people watching. Be aware, however, crowded in there. that on New Year’s Eve it might be crazy

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For ambiance, a cozy, relaxed environment, this restaurant on Koloa Road is your place. Prices are fine, food is great, service is terrific. Friendly folks all around. This is also where Kauai’s famous musician and ambassador of aloha, Larry Rivera, plays.

Again, if you’re a visitor, the Garden Island Grille is a must stop. You might not notice it from the main street, but once you walk inside, you’ll see the courtyard that invites you to sit, eat and enjoy.

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a nice vibe, with plenty of space between tables. The servings are big, so come hungry. The doors are open so don’t be surprised if a chicken wanders in. Just don’t feed it and they’ll leave you alone.

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Makai Lounge at the Courtyard Marriott is where good deals and drinks await. Another cool spot to kick back and have fun without spending too much money.

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This is authentic Mexican food at its best.

There are two sites, one in Kapaa and one in Lihue at the Harbor Mall, which has a terrific view of Kalapaki Bay. It’s fast, friendly service, great prices. It’s a good spot to enjoy an early dinner on New Year’s Eve.

Owned and operated by Tom Iannucci, this is where you’ll find the best brick-oven pizza on the island. It’s in Harbor Plaza. But New Year’s Eve being a Sunday, they will be closed. But we’ll mention them, anyway, because this is another restaurant you must try.

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DUKE’S

Coconuts Fish Cafe is relatively new to the restaurant scene, but this spot at 4831 Kuhio Highway, Kapaa, already has a strong following. It’s referred to by some as upscale food at an affordable price. It has more than fish. Try the pasta dishes, too.

In Lihue, Duke’s BarefootBar (downstairs) and Duke’s restaurant (upstairs) are always a good choice. The Barefoot Bar is more relaxed, perhaps a bit more fun, with menu items in the $10 to $15 range. Duke’s upstairs is a bit more upscale, more expensive menu, nice views of Kalapaki Bay. Reservations are a must upstairs. One thing in common: Good service.

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WHETHER YOU REALIZE IT OR NOT, THE MEDIA AFFECTS YOU

new outlooks, new perspectives!

And why not on our media as well?

New York Times bestseller, “The Influencing Machine: Brooke Gladstone on the Media,” is both a fascinating and fun way to gain a whole CYNTHIA & ED JUSTUS objective look upon the SPECIAL TO TGIFR!DAY mass media, the history of media, and the power this loha! force has in our daily lives — With 2018 just for good and bad! around the corner, We discovered this book many of us use the start by way of a customer in our of the new year to look at everything anew! New goals, bookstore, and having read

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through it, we found it to be a very interesting book of what generally might seem to be either a daunting or boring subject!

Yet, somehow, Brooke Gladstone (radio host of “On the Media”) has made this densely-charged matter accessible to most everyone!

Given the visual nature of media, be it by print or video-screen, “The Influencing Machine” also uses the same medium by

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presenting the book in the form of a graphic novel (comic book-style for us lay

away. It’s casual, so don’t sweat about what to wear.

Just drop in and they’ll take care of you.

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folk!), which gives a very unique and fun way to take in what we are reading!

It was in this book which we first read that one of America’s greatest champions of the free and independent press, Thomas Jefferson, eventually, during his experience of being president, became suspicious of even hearing truth from the media, for fear it too might be wrong!

Many media issues are covered, such as bias, disclosure, and objectiv-

ity (or lack thereof )! And interestingly enough, this book was originally written in 2011, long before “fake news” was even a buzzword!

Also understanding how and what our minds do with the information presented to us is rather incredible and eye-opening, too!

Always good to get perspective, right?

Happy New Year, everyone!

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

at the Shops at Kukuiula in Poipu is a good stopping point on the South Shore.

They strive for excellence and creativity without costing a week’s pay. A fun, lively atmosphere where you can carry on a conversation in a normal tone without getting dirty looks from other diners. Loosen up and enjoy.

are to die for. And they will treat you like royalty. Call ahead.

While you’re at the Grand Hyatt, Stevenson’s Sushi and Spirits is a nice stop for the views, cocktails and music. Diners, by the way, get free valet parking.

OK. That’s enough to give you an idea. There are more places out there, of course, and you’ll do fine by most of them. And, by the way, if you stay home for New Year’s Eve, give OKI’s a call at Kukui Grove Center Court and order a box lunch special. For $10.99, you can make your own combo.

Now, have a happy new year. And eat well.

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here is one more chance to view the 2017 edition of the Festival of Lights when doors to the Historic County Building open at 6 p.m. Saturday.

“This is amazing to see how much it’s grown since starting 20 years ago,” said Maryanne Kusaka, the former mayor who reached an agreement with Elizabeth Freeman to have the Festival presented in the lobby of the Historic County Building. “This just goes to show the hard work of one woman — Elizabeth — who starts work on the next year’s event even before the display closes.”

The 21st showing of the Festival of Lights honors Hokule‘a, the Hawaiian sailing canoe, and its four-year worldwide voyage and feature the creations from recycled materials by students from Kauai and Kapaa high schools who volunteered for weeks to ready the display.

The Festival, sponsored by the County of Kauai, the Hawaii Tourism Authority, and the Friends of the Festival of Lights, will close at 8 p.m. — until the 2018 edition.

Kimberly Hope McDonough

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