Wednesday, July 16, 1997 The Red Hot Chili Peppers will not be able to perform July 23 in Honolulu because of a motorcycle accident Sunday that left lead singer Anthony Kiedis with a shattered wrist. Isle Peppers concert
postponed; singer hurtThe band intends to reschedule an appearance but did not give a date.
In compensation, concert promoter Golden Voice will honor Chili Pepper tickets at the Big Mele (Oahu show only). Tickets to the Big Mele are priced $6 higher than Chili Pepper tickets. The show will feature Wu-Tang Clan, 311, the Cardigans, the Breeders and Incubus.
Those who cannot attend the Big Mele will receive a refund. Refunds can be picked up beginning Friday at the Blaisdell box office only.
Kiedis underwent five hours of surgery, said Karen Moss, Kiedis' spokeswoman. His spirits were "as good as can be, given the pain he's in," she said from New York.
Kiedis' motorcycle collided with a car that made a U-turn in front of him, apparently while trying to secure a parking spot.
"I guess parking spots are pretty rare, and you go after them at any expense," Moss said.
Tuesday, July 15, 1997 Remember the elegant bangle watch with its numberless, mirrored dial that became a classic design for modern jewelry watches in the early 1960s? Sterling occasion
That watch, while emulated many times over by other jewelry makers, was first sold by Georg Jensen in 1962. But credit for that elegant and classic design falls on the Swedish-born jewelry artist Vivianna Torun Bulow-Hube, who has been creating innovative silver jewelry designs for Georg Jensen for the last 30 years.
An exhibition, "Beyond Time," will be hosted by Georg Jensen to celebrate 30 years of collaboration between Torun and Georg Jensen Silversmiths and to commemorate Torun's 50 years of silversmithing. It will feature a collection of Torun's award-winning works as well as the artist herself.
This free exhibition will run 5-9 p.m. Aug. 8 and noon-7 p.m. Aug. 9 at the Garden Terrace of the Halekulani Hotel. Reservations are requested by Aug. 1. Call Sandra Christensen at 524-6441.
WINDCHIME, a California-based magazine, is looking for essays from 12- to 18-year-olds on their interpretation of the following themes: changes, challenge and adventure, and acceptance. The best entries will be published in the magazine's Winter '97 issue and readers will choose the top three entries. Those three winners will win a subscription to the magazine and all finalists will receive a copy of the Winter '97 magazine. Essay contest seeks entries
Essays must be no more than 15 pages double spaced in generic 10-12 point fonts and with titles underlined. Legibly handwritten essays and essays saved as a text only document or Microsoft Word file on 3-1/2 inch disks will also be accepted.
Entries are limited to three essays per person. To have essays returned, send a self-addressed stamped envelope (with appropriate postage).
Send entries to: WINDCHIME Essay Contest, 70 Raymond Heights, Petaluma, Calif., 94952, or e-mail to ERecords@aol.com.
For a general writers' guideline, write to the above address or visit Web site: http://www.wco.com/~bicheler/windchime/fe97rules.html. Winners will be notified by mail or e-mail. Deadline is Sept. 30.
Monday, July 14, 1997 The Makia Malo Storytelling Festival occurs 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday at the La'ie Hukilau near the Cackle Fresh Egg Outlet, which is at 55-730 Kamehameha Highway. Egg-zact directions for Laie
Enjoy food, games, massage, an herbal garden tour and Laie Hawaiian historical tour, plus lots of stories.
Donations accepted. Call 293-5533.
While you're there, make note of the egg store. It's important if you want to participate in the Tibetan Schedule, a series of events built around the visit of some Tibetan monks. Events run July 27-Aug. 8; headquarters is a house at 55-740 Kamehameha Highway. Take Cackle Fresh Road (right after the store), go left after the road forks, about 1/4 mile down. The house is about 100 yards on the left.
Information: 293-5533, or Melissa at 524-9588.
In any event, the Cackle Fresh Egg Outlet not only has a lotta fresh eggs, it's got Traci, who cheerfully provided directions to all of the above. She's definitely sunny side up!
Maui community gathers
Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. and the Maui Arts Council are teaming up again for the "A&B Community Fair," occurring 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday in -- where else? -- the Alexander & Baldwin Amphitheater at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center.The event brings together 31 Maui nonprofit organizations to operate the concessions.
Entertainment includes Native Hawaiian Band, John Cruz, Darlene Ahuna and Makaha Sons. Ethnic foods and beverages will be available. Children's games, country stores, baked goods, flowers, plants, fruits and other items will be available at the concessions.
Free. Information: 808-525-6645.
"Love Serenade," a surreal Australian comedy that won the Best First Film award at last year's Cannes International Film Festival, makes its Hawaii debut at the Hawaii Theatre at 7 p.m. on July 22. HIFF hosts 'Serenade'
"Love Serenade" croons the dilemma of two 20-something sisters who have set ideas about love, but can't seem to fulfill them in rural Australia. When a thrice divorced, disco-playing, mid-40s radio disc jockey moves in next door, the sisters become enveloped by his fishy attractions.
General admission tickets are $6; $4 for members of the Hawaii International Film Society. To order call 528-0506.
Wander through an arts and crafts bazaar. 'Hanohano' in Hilo
Explore the world of fashion.
Enjoy a leisurely luncheon and the following show, featuring Hawaiian music and dance.
Do all of the above at "Hanohano Hawaii," a musical tribute to the Big Island happening 9 a.m. July 27 in the Coral Ballroom at Hilton Hawaiian Village.
The event, sponsored by hula halau Keali'ika'apunihonua Ke'ena A'o Hula, has activities for everyone.
Get the inside scoop on local fashions at a show hosted by Leimomi Ho, kumu hula for Keali'ika'apunihonua Ke'ena A'o Hula. Garments under the Hawaiian Heritage label by Allen James and Yoyo's Designs will be presented.
Let the music of Hawaii overwhelm your senses with songs performed by Darlene Ahuna, 1997 Na Hoku Hanohano Female Vocalist of the Year; the Lim Family of Kohala and Ku'uipo Kumukahi, past Hoku winner.
Keali'ika'apunihonua Ke'ena A'o Hula will showcase their dance moves and the Skylark, Jacqueline Leilani, will serve as mistress of ceremonies.
Cost for the event is $35, with the proceeds going toward funding this year's activities for Keali'ika'apunihonua Ke'ena A'o Hula.
The halau plans to travel to Hilo, Kona, Kauai, Las Vegas, Nev. and Pleasanton, Calif., to participate in various competitions this year.
For more information or for tickets, call Leimomi Ho at 734-0711 or Arthur Aiu at 734-3797.
The 17th annual Greek Festival featuring music, dance and cuisine of Greece will be held Aug 29 through 31 at Ala Moana Park's McCoy Pavilion. All things Greek
The celebration runs 5 to 9 p.m. Aug. 29., and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. the other two days .
For more information call 944-4329.
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