Want to see flying monsters, go stargazing or explore a 3D haunted graveyard tour? 糖心Vlog官方 the at October 7–29 for an exciting lineup of Halloween-themed shows.

As a special addition to the October show schedule, the H艒k奴lani Imaginarium will be celebrating Windward CC鈥檚 50th anniversary with a free double-feature showing of Halloween: Celestial Origins and Nightwalk on Friday, October 28 at 1 p.m.

Shows and showtimes

—Friday, October 7, 7 p.m.

Tales of the Maya Skies recreates the splendor of Maya architecture and astronomy. Grammy Award winner and Oscar nominee Lila Downs narrates the magnificent journey through Maya cities and temples aligned to the movements of the sun, moon and planets, and tells spooky tales of the Mayan underworld.

—Friday, October 7, 8:15 p.m.

For thousands of years, humans believed that there were once flying monsters. Such creatures became mythologized, with stories about them shared around the world. Narrated by David Attenborough, Flying Monsters is a National Geographic documentary that explores the great prehistoric beasts.

—Wednesday, October 12, 7 p.m.

The Imaginarium invites guests to join engaging presenter and storyteller Krissie Kellogg, as she takes viewers through a tour of the Halloween constellations in the Imaginarium.

and (double-feature)—Friday, October 28, 1 p.m. (free showing) and Saturday, October 29, 1 p.m.

In Halloween: Celestial Origins, learn the history of Halloween and how it fits into the seasons as a “cross-quarter day.” The show also explores the night sky and which planets, constellations and stars will be out on Halloween evening.

Nightwalk: Haunted Village Tour takes viewers through a virtual tour of a haunted graveyard. The 15-minute show features the 3D animated magic of the Imaginarium.

and (double-feature)—Saturday, October 29, 2:15 p.m.

Mayan Archeoastronomy intertwines science and mythology to take the viewer on a poetic journey of the way Mayans have viewed and understood the universe throughout their history. The visuals give the viewer the impression of being inside a beautifully stylistic painting.

Tickets

• $6 child (ages 4–12 years)
• $7 Windward CC students, staff, military and seniors 65 and over with ID
• $8 general admission (13 years and over)

Tickets are available for purchase with cash or check only—no credit cards will be accepted.

To make reservation requests, email dineene@hawaii.edu.

For more information about the October schedule, visit the .

Stargazing, astronaut points of view and a coyote鈥檚 visit to the planets kick off summer schedule. The programs from June 15 to August 27 provide audiences with immersive full-dome planetarium experiences.

Imaginarium Manager Dineene O鈥機onnor will host Stargazing on June 8 at 7 p.m., where the audience will find their way to Tahiti and discover some of the magical astronomical delights “down under” before returning to Hawaiʻi to end with the adventures of our favorite Hawaiian trickster, Maui.

Earth, Moon and Sun on June 25 at 1 p.m. and Astronaut will be shown at 2:15 p.m. The first explores the relationship between the Earth, Moon and Sun with the help of Coyote, an amusing character adapted from Native American oral traditions, who has a razor-sharp wit, but is a bit confused about what he sees in the sky. Then, find out what it takes to be an astronaut! Explore inner and outer space as you experience a rocket launch from an astronaut’s point of view and float around the International Space Station in microgravity.

Tickets

• $6 Child (4–12 years)
• $7 Windward CC students, staff, military and seniors 65 and over with ID
• $8 General admission (13 years and over)

No assigned seating. Facemasks required.

Reservations or more information

Call (808) 235-7350 or (808) 235-7321 or email O’Connor at dineene@hawaii.edu.

No advanced ticket sales. Please arrive at the box office 15 minutes prior to showtime to purchase tickets. No credit cards will be accepted. CASH or CHECK payment only.

Summer shows and showtimes:

• Wednesday, June 8, 7 p.m. 鈥� Stargazing
• Saturday June 25, 1 p.m. 鈥� Earth, Moon and Sun
• Saturday June 25, 2:15 p.m. 鈥� Astronaut

Friday, July 1, 7 p.m. 鈥� Dream to Fly

Discover the mystery of flight from early myths to Leonardo da Vinci, Montgolfier brothers, Wright brothers and other inventors. Experience the adventure of achieving the immense and challenging dream of flying, with the program’s powerful imagery and music.

Friday, July 1, 8:15 p.m. 鈥� To Space and Back

Space exploration鈥攐ur greatest adventure鈥攊s having a big impact on our lives. To Space and Back is an extraordinary story of human ingenuity and incredible engineering, describing how the technology that transports us through space is paving the way for the devices and apps we use every day.

Wednesday, July 13, 7 p.m. 鈥� STARGAZING with Krissie Kellogg

Saturday, July 23, 1 p.m. 鈥� Dawn of the Space Age

Relive the excitement of the early days of space exploration, from the launch of the first artificial satellite to the magnificent lunar landings and privately operated space flights. Be immersed and overwhelmed with this most accurate historic reconstruction of man鈥檚 first steps into space.

Saturday, July 23, 2:15 p.m. 鈥� Asteroids: Mission Extreme

Go on a journey 65 million years in the making to discover how asteroids are both a danger and an opportunity for us on planet Earth. The danger, of course, lies in the possibility of a cataclysmic collision; the opportunity is the crazy idea that asteroids could be stepping stones to other worlds鈥攙eritable way stations in space.

Friday, August 5, 7 p.m. (double feature) 鈥� Earthquake

A sweeping geological journey providing evidence of a restless planet with forces that transform the surface of Earth. Fly along the San Andreas Fault before diving into the planet鈥檚 interior. Journey back in time to witness the 1906 San Francisco earthquake, and the break-up of Pangaea 200 million years ago.

Solar Quest

A planetarium short feature that provides an overview of the Sun鈥揈arth environment. Detailed and high-quality animations and videos demonstrate various solar phenomena such as fusion, light energy and solar surface features and phenomena.

Friday, August 5, 8:15 p.m. (double feature) 鈥� Cosmic Collisions

Dynamic and dazzling, cosmic collisions have created many things we take for granted鈥攖he glowing Moon, the Sun鈥檚 warmth and light, changing seasons and waves. They鈥檝e ended the age of the dinosaurs and changed the very map of the cosmos, reforming galaxies and giving birth to new stars and new worlds.

Waiting Far Away

Follow in the footsteps of a cosmic traveler as he shares a wild story of grand mysteries he has uncovered while journeying deep into intergalactic space.

Wednesday, August 10, 7 p.m. 鈥� STARGAZING with Krissie Kellogg

Saturday, August 20, 7:30 p.m. 鈥� Pink Floyd: The Wall

Experience the classic 1979 rock album in a stunning HD digital interpretation of sight and sound, created specifically for full dome theaters. Great musical entertainment!

Saturday, August 27, 1 p.m. 鈥� Larry: Cat in Space

Primarily for grades K-3, this show is an imaginative story about an inquisitive cat who takes a trip to the Moon. Through Larry鈥檚 eyes, the audience observes his human family, a group of enthusiastic sky-watchers.

Saturday, August 27, 2:15 p.m. 鈥� Cowboy Astronomer

A skillfully woven tapestry of star tales and Native American legends, combined with constellation identification, star-hopping and astronomy tidbits, all told from the unique viewpoint of a cowboy astronomer and poet, Baxter Black.

“Building STEAM” is the theme at , a unique interactive arts experience set for Saturday, April 6, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. in and around the Palikū Theatre, plaza and art and science spaces on the campus in Kāneʻohe. The festival is free to the public and open to all ages.

“This year’s theme invites people to note the common ground between the arts and the sciences—the art of science and the science of art,” said festival co-chair Ben Moffat. “Scientists and artists have more in common than many people think. For example, scientists often use intuition in their research, and they have to be creative in designing experiments—and artists often geek-out about their materials and techniques.”

Attendees are encouraged to come in costume or festive clothing, or dress-up at the festival and join in the “Art Strut” at 1:11 p.m. The festival’s emphasis is on “playing” and exploring artful interests that intersect with science. Windward CC art professors, instructors and their students will be on hand (with supplies provided) to assist those who want to express their creativity in a variety of ways—from painting, drawing and sculpting to moving, acting or making music, prints, poetry and prose. All art supplies are provided free of charge!

A sampling of creative activities include:

• Tie-dye making in front of the gallery with Toni Martin
• Gyotaku fish printing with Michelle Smith
• Robot making with Sarah Hadmack (ages 2 and older)
• Seabird discovery and relief printing with Oikonos
• Blue Zones Project spin bike
• Ceramics activity and demonstration with Jake Jackson
• Piano open lab
• Open drawing studio–draw or have your portrait drawn
• Open painting studio
• Woodcarving with Jordan Souza
• 3D sculpture with Bryce Meyers
• Improvisation performance with students of director Taurie Kinoshita (ages 4 and up)
• Screenwriting and life writing workshops with Desiree Poteet
• ‘Write a Poem, Make a Book’ workshop with Susan St. John
• T-shirt printing
• Hakipuʻu Learning Center Arts
• Stage performers and much more!
• The Art of Climate Change:
  • Poet Kathryn Takara and dancer Sequoia Brown
  • Peter Rockford Espiritu and Tau
  • Slam poet Jessica Carpenter
  • Tap dance

Palikū Theatre

Enjoy two free performances of a world premiere Hawaiian Youth Theatre play, The Epic Voyage of Kāneʻāpua, based on Hawaiian folk tales written and directed by Moses Goods, and performed by Windward CC Theatre 260 students and alumni. Great for all ages. Performances are at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. (45 minutes).

Gallery ʻIolani

Free at Gallery ʻIolani, Brave New World, a new exhibit featuring young artists who studied at the community college and are now professional artists. 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Imaginarium (special festival entry fees)

The Hōkūlani Imaginarium will be showing a family-friendly fulldome show Totality (lunar and solar eclipses) for a nominal fee of $3 (30 minutes) at 12:30 p.m. plus a free show Music of the Spheres at 1:30 and 2:30 p.m.

Hale ʻImiloa (science building)

Displays of deep-sea fish X-rays, volcano eruptions, NASA rocket and the Hōkūleʻa voyaging canoe. Activities for kids include gyotaku fish printing and plant pressing and fun with chemistry.

Musical entertainment

On the outdoor stage, a variety of musical acts will perform, including Kamuela Kimokeo and Windward CC students, the Royal Hawaiian Band, BYU–Hawaiʻi鈥檚 Shaka Steel Band, The Jeff Ho and Mike Kato Jazz Experience and other Windward area talent.

ʻOno food will be available from:

• Erin鈥檚 Shave Ice
• The Hub Coffee Shop at the Windward CC library
• Big City Diner
• GP Hawaiian Foods
• The Hub Coffee Shops
• Uncle Lani鈥檚 Poi Mochi

Craft booths include:

• Hauʻoli Henna
• Butterfly Kisses

For more information, contact Palikū Arts Festival co-chairs Ben Moffat at (808) 724-1808 or ben517@hotmail.com or So Jin Kimura at sojink@hawaii.edu.

—By Bonnie Beatson

Come Play, Do Art at , a unique interactive arts experience Saturday, April 7, 10 a.m.—4 p.m. in and around the , plaza and art spaces on the campus. The festival is free and open to all ages. All art supplies are provided. Attendees are encouraged to come in costume or festive clothing with an oceanic art theme.

“Our celebration of the arts—fine, performing, and literary arts—is back, and it’s better than ever! This year we’ve added new activities, including a people parade called the “Art Strut,” where your can help create a sea creature puppet to parade with, or just show up and bring one to life. As usual, the festival features our award-winning theatre program in workshops and spontaneous performances,“ said festival co-chair and creator Ben Moffat.

The festival’s emphasis is on “playing” and exploring artful interests. Windward CC art professors, instructors and their students will be on hand (with supplies provided!) to assist those who want to express their creativity in a variety of ways—from painting, drawing, and sculpting to moving, acting or making music, prints, poetry and prose.

Creative activities include:

• Palik奴 Arts Festival 2018 theme is “Ocean of Arts”
• “Art Strut” Parade (oceanic art theme) will take place at 1:11 p.m. in front of Palik奴 Theatre (join the fun and come in costume or make one here!)
• Tie-dye making in front of the gallery
• Ceramics demonstrations with Paul Nash
• Piano open lab
• Camera Obscura with Mark Hamasaki
• Open Drawing Studio with Norm Graffam and William Zwick—draw or have your portrait drawn
• Woodcarving with Jordan Souza
• Clay sculpture with Bryce Meyers
• Stage Combat workshop with Nick Logue
• Improvisation performance with students of director Taurie Kinoshita
• Screenwriting and life writing workshops with Desiree Poteet
• Poetry workshop with Susan St. John
• T-shirt printing
• Hakipuʻu Learning Center Arts
• Hawaiian Art Village in Hale Aʻo
• Roaming pirates and performers, and much more

Additional events

• Palik奴 Theatre—Enjoy two free performances of a world premiere Hawaiian Youth Theatre play, Nanaue the Teenage Sharkman, based on Hawaiian folk tales written and directed by Moses Goods, and performed by Windward CC Theatre 260 students and alumni. Great for all ages. Performances are at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. (50 minutes).
• Gallery ʻIolani—FREE, a new exhibit will feature the photography of Mark Hamasaki, highlighting the cultural impact of the construction of the H-3 freeway.
• Imaginarium— (special festival entry fees)
  The H艒k奴lani Imaginarium will be showing a family-friendly fulldome show Secrets of the Dragon and Losing the Dark PSA and a live sky show with a nominal fee of $3 (30 minutes) at 12:15 p.m.
• Language Arts Oasis at Hale Manaleo—Poetry and story readings throughout the day with Joe Miller, Kami Shibai Storytelling, Henry Park and others. Plus, have fun at the “Haiku Tree,” poetry corner, book sale, and quiet room for parents and children.
• Musical entertainment—On the outdoor stage, a variety of musical acts will perform, including the Royal Hawaiian Band, BYU–Hawaiʻi Shaka Steel Band, Salsa Orchestra and Street Band, and other Windward area talent.
• ʻOno food will be available from India Caf茅, Erin’s Shave Ice, KC Waffles, and coffee, sandwiches and frappes from The Hub Coffee Shop at the Windward CC library.

For more information, visit the or contact the festival co-chairs Ben Moffat at (808) 724-1808 or email So Jin Kimura.

—By Bonnie Beatson

Scientists who worked on the that conducted a six-month flyby of Pluto and its moons will be giving a special presentation at Windward Community College鈥檚 on Thursday, March 8, 5-7:30 p.m. PlutoPalooza is a fast-paced, talk-style evening featuring a talented team of scientists that collaborated on the probe.

The mission team members will share their own unique efforts and career talks at the H艒k奴lani Imaginarium while the probe continues to travel through space. The scientists will discuss the past mission and speak on the future of space exploration. The New Horizon mission continues as the probe moves on for a New Year鈥檚 Day 2019 flyby of a mysterious object in the Kuiper Belt.

Mission team scientists

• Mark Buie, New Horizons co-investigator with Southwest Research Institute in Boulder, Colorado. Pluto has been a major focus of his research since 1983. Buie also has a project known as tnorecon.net and is enlisting students to help measure the sizes of other objects in the Kuiper Belt.
• Alice Bowman, New Horizons “Missions Operations Manager” also known as MOM, works at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, Maryland. She leads the team that controls the spacecraft now about 3.7 billion miles from Earth.
• Veronica Bray is a research scientist at the University of Arizona鈥檚 Lunar and Planetary Laboratory. Her expertise in comparative planetology has been important to the geology and geophysics section of the New Horizons team.
• Kerri Beisser is a program manager for the space department at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. She was a program manager for NASA鈥檚 Cassini, STARDUST and Galileo missions.
• Randy Monroe is a middle school science teacher. He is a longtime member of the New Horizons education team.

The program is brought to through a special partnership with .

PlutoPalooza information

Windward CC

Tickets

• Adult: $10
• Youth (4-17): $7
• Child (under 4): Free
• Windward CC Students with ID: $7

糖心Vlog官方ors can make reservations and obtain tickets via credit card at Bishop Museum, (808) 847-3511 or call Windward CC, (808) 235-7433, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.鈥�3:30 p.m. to reserve tickets.

PlutoPalooza admission fee includes the one-hour scientists talk and a planetarium show experience. The event will last a little more than 2 hours. The program is appropriate for all ages and levels of space enthusiasts.

Bishop Museum

There is another evening planetarium offering on Friday, March 9, at Bishop Museum on Friday, March 9, 6:30–8:30 p.m. For ticket information, contact Bishop Museum at (808) 847-3511.

For more information about this special presentation, contact Windward CC Imaginarium Manager Dineene O驶Connor at (808) 235-7350 or email dineene@hawaii.edu.

—By Bonnie Beatson

Join students, faculty and staff for a variety of free concerts, end of semester student performances, shopping and holiday Imaginarium shows:

Music Showcase 2017

All concerts are free and will be accepting donations to support student programs.

• Winter Piano Concert
  Tuesday, December 5, 7 p.m.
  Palik奴 Theatre
  Festive holiday music by students from the Windward CC Piano Program—under the direction of So Jin Kimura.
• Hanauna Mele Concert Series
  Wednesday, December 6, 7 p.m.
  Palik奴 Theatre
  Slack key and ʻukulele students from Windward CC and 糖心Vlog官方 West Oʻahu—under the direction of Kamuela Kimokeo.
  Guest artist Kawika Kahiapo
• Vocal Music at Windward CC
  Thursday, December 7, 7 p.m.
  Hale Aʻo, Hawaiian Studies Building
  Featuring student voice, choir, soloists and musicians under direction of Kaʻala Carmack.
  Guest artist Teresa Bright
• Hula Hoʻike
  Thursday, December 7, 7 p.m.
  Palik奴 Theatre
  Hula performances by Hawaiian studies students—under the direction of Kumu Makanani Sal膩 and Kumu Sky Gora
• ʻUkulele and Slack Key Guitar Concert
  Friday, December 8, 7 p.m.
  Palik奴 Theatre
  Slack key and ʻukulele students—under direction of Ron Loo.
  Guest artist Kalei Gamiao

Holiday Craft Fair

Tuesday, December 12 and Wednesday, December 13, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Hale Aʻo Lanai

Shop Hawaiian-style jewelry, handmade feather k膩hili, kukui nut and seed lei, Hawaiian woodcarvings, hand-sewn items, poi and k奴lolo and more.

Christmas Pottery Sale

Friday, December 8, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. and Saturday, December 9, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Ceramics Studio, Hale P膩lanakila

Great gifts! Beautiful and affordable ceramics from more than 30 community and student artists.

H艒k奴lani Imaginarium

Saturday, December 9, 1 p.m.
Friday, December 22, 7 p.m.
Reservations: (808) 235-7433 (Pick up tickets at the Imaginarium box office)

This holiday show explains the seasons and traces the origins of many of the world’s most enduring customs from Christmas trees to the Hanukkah Menorah, Santa to the Star of Bethlehem. Reservations required.

Tickets

• $6—children (12 and under)
• $7—糖心Vlog官方, military or senior (65+)
• $8—adults

—By Bonnie Beatson

The, called “A Homegrown Celebration,” is set for Saturday, October 7, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. at campus. Make no mistake—this is no backyard jam.

Headliners this year include Merrie Monarch Award-winning hula from Chinky Mahoe and Na Hoku Hanohano winners Hoʻokena, Kawika Kahiapo and Kapena. Also in the entertainment line-up are Jerry Santos and Kamuela Kimokeo, rising teen rock band EMKE, and a tribute to the legacy of Eldean Kukahiko’s Kahaluʻu Elementary School ʻUkulele Band and much more.

For the shoppers, there are classic Hawaiian woodcarvings and jewelery, unique arts and crafts, ʻono food, keiki rides and activities, art exhibits, a college-sponsored silent auction, and educational and community displays.鈥ㄢ��

Entertainment

• 10 a.m.—Opening by Windward CC Hawaiian Studies students
• 10:15 a.m.—Kahaluʻu ʻUkulele Band
• 11:15 a.m.—Air Force Pacific “Small Kine” Band
• 12:15 p.m.—Pila Nahenahe / Hawaiʻi 尝辞补鈥�
• 1:15 p.m.—Jerry Santos and Kamuela Kimokeo鈥�
• 2:15 p.m.—Kaʻala Carmack and Friends
• 3:15 p.m.—Kawika Kahiapo
• 4:15 p.m.—EMKE (rising teen rock sensation)
• 鈥�5:15 p.m.—Chinky Mahoe’s H膩lau Hula o 碍补飞补颈濒颈ʻ耻濒腻 (Merrie Monarch award-winners)
• 鈥�6:15 p.m.—Hoʻokena
• 鈥�7:15 p.m.—Kapena

More hoʻolauleʻa highlights

Imaginarium shows
In addition to live entertainment, there will be a special family-friendly fulldome show at the Imaginarium. The cost is $5 for all, on event day only; Reservations: walk-in only; first-come, first-seated.

The gallery will be open from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. with Raku Hoʻolauleʻa, a juried exhibition of 37 potters and ceramic masters who participated in the Hawaiʻi Craftsmen’s 41st annual Raku Hoʻolauleʻa at Camp 惭辞办耻濒脓ʻ颈补 in May.

Among the Windward CC attractions celebrating higher education on the Windward side will be: Marine Option Program and PaCES gyotaku fish printing, math and engineering activities, a medicinal/nutritional plant sale by botany club members and tours to medicinal garden by agripharmatech students, veterinary technology student activities for pet owners, rocketry activities for keiki, activities from career and community education, service-learning, language arts, theatre, a first aid booth by CNA students聽and information about college and career planning.

An ocean view stay at the Double Tree by Hilton Alana Waik墨k墨, deluxe Magic of Polynesia dinner show, mini-golf, performing arts theatre tickets, Hawaiian art, handmade quilts, fine jewelry, restaurant gift certificates at Buzz’s Steak House, Zia’s and more, Mid Pacific Country Club golf, full body massages, permanent eyeliner tattoo and many great items donated by vendors at the Hoʻolauleʻa will be auctioned with proceeds going to Windward CC’s Scholarship Endowment fund and for Student Affairs programs.

ʻOno food to taste include Uala Leaf Cafe, Uncle Lani’s Poi Mochi, Erin’s Shave Ice, Hawaiian plates, Olay’s Thai food, and Hawaiian Honey Cones, Papa’Oles, Honolulu Burger Company and Delice Crepes.

Community expo
The 碍腻苍别ʻ辞丑别 Neighborhood Board will provide information on disaster preparedness, and Walgreens will offer flu shots at the event once again this year (bring insurance card). Five Rs 96744 project, Key Project, Waim膩nalo Health Center, Koʻolaupoko Hawaiian Civic Club, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Hawaiʻi Job Corps, Hina Mauka, Hawaiʻi Island Land Trust, Papahana Kuaʻola, Oʻahu Invasive Species, Hawaiian Women in Filmmaking and many more.

For full schedule and additional information, please visit the .

Bringing people, businesses and education together

Windward Hoʻolauleʻa is coordinated by the Kaneohe Business Group and Windward CC and supported by community sponsors.

Flagship sponsors of the event are Hawaiian Electric Co., HC&D (formerly Ameron Hawaiʻi), Kamehameha Schools, Minami Foundation and Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority. More sponsors include Hawaiian Memorial Park, Walgreens, First Hawaiian Bank, Enterprise Rent-a-Car Hawaiʻi, Bank of Hawaiʻi, Castle Medical Center, and Territorial Savings Bank.

“We’re very grateful for the tremendous community support of this event highlighting the talent and businesses of the Windward side as well as the educational opportunities at Windward CC,” said event chair Bonnie Beatson. “I love the chicken-skin moments.”

—By Bonnie Beatson

Windward Community College’s presents , a selection of ocean related art from the Art in Public Places Collection of the , January 29 to March 5.

Lectures about Hawaiian voyaging and the Hōkūleʻa will be offered throughout the exhibit run. Go to the for more information.

Special events

Opening Reception
January 29, 2–4 p.m.
The opening reception is free and open to the public.

• Special guest James Kimo Hugho
  Crew member on the original Hōkūleʻa voyage in 1976 to Tahiti and back, Hugho will be at the opening reception to talk about his experience and introduce his recently published book, , about the creation, voyages and travails of the famed sailing vessel during its early years.
• Free Imaginarium Special Showing (4 p.m. directly after opening reception)
  Maunakea: Between Earth and Sky, a locally produced program that connects the culture, mythology and science of the sacred mountain will be offered free of charge at Windward CC’s for gallery patrons. Limited seating.

Nā One Hānau o Hōkūleʻa: Terrestrializing Cosmic Space in Hakipuʻu
March 5, 3 p.m.鈥�

• Special guest speaker Ian Masterson, aka The Surf Professor will discuss how Hakipuʻu became the birthplace of the voyaging canoe Hōkūleʻa. Although it was constructed elsewhere, it was consecrated and launched there in the calm sea of Heheʻe along the sands of ʻĀpua in Hakipuʻu, and that is where she returns upon completing each voyage.

For additional information about Voyaging: The Art of Wayfinding please visit the .

—By Bonnie Beatson

hosts the family-friendly on Friday, October 28 at 6 p.m. Ghosts, goblins, monsters, mutants, medieval knights, along with a variety of fantasy and undead souls will be roaming freely until 8:30 p.m.

Haunted events

• Imaginarium “Nightwalk” Show—A virtual tour where you’ll walk at the speed of fright. The 15-minute show features the 3D, animated magic of the Imaginarium. Shows every 20 minutes, 6–8 p.m. No reservations needed. Tickets are $4 per 鈥渟oul鈥� and sold at the Box Office on night of the event only.
• Haunted Village Commons—Graveyard, torchlights, gargantuan inflatables, illuminated walkways and spooky scenes.
• Dr. Phrankenstein’s Phantom Physics Lab—Explore the science of magic and illusions with hands-on activities and optical demonstrations.
• Face Painting—No costume? Have one drawn. A fundraiser for Phi Theta Kappa.
• Halloween Light Show Theater—Relax a spell in the Village’s eerie outdoor light show theater.
• Spooky Storytelling Corner—Get chicken skin and goose bumps listening to hair-raising funny, scary tales delivered by spooky storytellers.
• Costume Contest—Dress up and compete in three categories—cutest, scariest and most creative. Three prizes will be awarded in four age groups; judging from 6:15 to 7:45 p.m. Awards ceremony from 7:45 to 8 p.m.
• Pumpkin Carving Display—糖心Vlog官方 the display of award winning Jack-o-Lanterns, crafted by the Village people.
• Phantom Food Booth—The Village Cafe o’ Terror will have spam musubi, hot dogs, teri burgers, drinks and more.
• Hansel and Gretel’s Bakery—Try the Windward CC Debate Club’s oven-baked goods.

For more information or a detailed Haunted Village schedule call (808)235-7350 or visit the .

—By Bonnie Beatson

Stargazers can share a wrangler’s perspective on the wonders of the night sky with the favorite men in their lives on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 19 at 2 p.m. in The on the campus of . The Cowboy Astronomer planetarium show is a skillfully woven tapestry of star tales and Native American legends, combined with constellation identification, star-hopping, and astronomy tidbits presented from the unique viewpoint of a cowboy who has traveled the world plying his trade and learning the sky along the way.

Through narration by American philosopher/poet Baxter Black, the audience is transported to the Western outdoors, listening to star legends and tales around a campfire. Black shares his insights on the composition of the night sky and the things he’s discovered over a lifetime of stargazing. The Cowboy Astronomer is appropriate for audiences of all ages.

Ticket information

Reservations can be made by calling (808) 235-7433 between 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; phone line is not available on weekends or holidays. Regular admission prices apply: $7 General admission; $6 Windward CC students, military, seniors (65 years or older) with identification; $5 children (4 to 12 years of age); free for children under 4 years of age (1 per paying adult), and Windward CC faculty or staff with university identification. Reserved tickets must be picked up at the Imaginarium box office at least 15 minutes prior to start of program; unclaimed tickets are released for sale to walk-in customers on a first come, first served basis.