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Local Lights
Stretch the Night with Hawaiian Lights
Attack of the Man-of-War
What to Do if you Encounter these Water Stingers
Delightful Descents
A World Worth Exploring Beyond our Shores
Is Our Dollar Dying?
If so, Whats that Mean?
DEPARTURES/LOCAL DESTINATIONS
Wild at Heart
The Experience of a Lifetime: Jordan presents
Distant Heat
Friends in Quiet Places
A Getaway Not too Far Away
PORTFOLIO
Home Grown Talent
Patrick Vieira - Just Another Day at The Ofce
Hawaiian Vodka Out-Smooths Mainland
Competition
Oahus Only Vodka Distillery Debuts Unique
Island Recipes with Unmatched Tastes
SPOTLIGHT
Fever One
Fever One of the Rock Steady Crew Speaks with
Local about his Road to Success
Read it Loud
Famous Amos
Cookie Master Battles Child Illiteracy
with Corporations, Parental Pledge
ON THE COVER
Ezekiel Lau
Passion and Love Break All Boundaries
STUFF WE LIKE
Two Wheel Motion
A Ruckus in Honolulu
Gadgets and Games
Gadgets That Will Keep you Guessing
Game Review
Recent-ish Releases
Now Playing
Movie and DVD Previews
LOCAL TASTE
June 2011 Events Calendar
The Where, When and What
Caf Kaila
Not Your Everyday Caf
Earth Day Is For Everyone
The University of Hawaii at Manoa Works to Build a
Community of Sustainability
What Wood You Like?
Hawaiian and Mainland Woodworkers Turn Out a
Nineteenth Successful Show
Barhopping In Kailua
Food, Drinks, and Fun are a Car Ride Away
LOCAL @ NIGHT
Two Guys Walk into a Bar
Prometheus Brown and Bambu connect with Youth and
Community Leaders
Local Magazine Lights Up RumFire
An Evening of Food, Music, and Celebration
Whats Under Your Street
Theres More Than Meets the Eye Under the Streets of
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Editors Letter
Editorial
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Jennifer towsley
cOnTRIbuTIng EDITOR
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cOnTRIbuTIng wRITERs
Cheyanna donaldson
Mimi Palmore
Jessie Bristow
rachel Burt
Jessica Stark
alicia Coppola
Christopher deVasier
Chelsey Kaneshiro
linnea Schuster
Justin Kalani acohido
Elita Kifer
Jeremy Neal
Art And photogrAphy
ART DIREcTOR AnD DEsIgn
Meloki Kioki
cOnTRIbuTIng PhOTOgRAPhERs
George Cabral
Josh daniels
Brandon tabiolo
roald Kern
Mimi Palmore
Haein Park
Sierra Williams
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lauren Kirchner
Eddie Cristostomo
Patrick Vieira
MArketing And proMotions
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Each Hawaiian island is distinctive for individuality
and features. Kauai is often referred to as the Garden
Island for its lush landscape and natural vegetation,
Mauis central fat topography of sugar cane felds
yields the nickname Valley Isle, and Hawaii or Big
Islandis the largest of the fve counties in which case
the nickname is pretty self explanatory. Oahu claims
The Gathering Place or more commonly the party
islefor its buzzing nightlife, city amenities, and travel
appeal. Visitors from around the world come to enjoy
the ease of city life, with a backdrop of white sand
beaches and services, but few take to time to explore
beyond the lights of Waikiki.
The local food, arts, and activities are popular focal
points of Oahu commonly outshined by the party
reputation. With so much more to ofer though, its
nice to take a minute and enjoy the beauty that
is so easily shadowed by high-rise buildings and
trafc sounds. Meeting with Zeke Lau showed how
a traditional Hawaiian sport still gets under the skin
of new generations. Restless to get in the water, he
couldnt help but jump at the opportunity to grab
his board, and paddle towards the break. He exuded
laughter and energy once swimming, content
with riding a wave and not necessarily with taking
photos.
Cyan Tuttle with her frst visit to Hawaii noticed the
sun, sandculture and hospitality. A young girl
with insight to the important features of this island,
she embraced its true nature, and cant wait to return
to replace oranges and apples with guava and
lilikoi.
A humbling attitude is what connects this small
community of surfers, business owners and residents
alike who are not swayed by the smoke show of
the Waikiki industry. This beautiful island breathes
life into all whom live and visit here, bursting with
people whose interests lie in a quality of life only
nature and a strong sense of tradition can provide.
I hope you enjoy this issue flled with community
involvement, and people who explore beyond the
realm of assumptions, and celebrate a natural Oahu.
Party isle?
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Not Your Everyday Caf Written by Jeremy Neal and Photos by Roald Kern
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First held in the United States on April 22, 1970, Earth Day is a celebration
geared to incite awareness and appreciation for the environment. Gaining
international recognition in 1990, this year marks Earth Days 10th anniversary
worldwide, and will be celebrated in more than 175 countries.
The University of Hawaii at Manoa (UHM)) did its part to shed light on not only
the Earth, but also multiple issues relating directly to our ecological footprint in
Hawaii. Hosted by UHMs Environmental Center, the event showcased, educated,
and celebrated with the public the collective eforts of UH, and the extended
communities in our growing movement toward a sustainable community for
Hawaii and beyond. The event was held in the Sustainability Courtyard, and
free to the public. Vendors promoted eco-friendly products, musicians ofered
live performances to set the earth-loving mood, and attendees snacked on local,
organic greens and chocolate, all while learning about the most technologically
advanced ways to create a better tomorrow.
A trail of plastic shopping bags extending from one end of the courtyard to
the other to show how much trash a few trips to the store can make. Landfll
Louie, was a life-size depiction of all the rubbish we create without thinking
about what can be recycled frst.
Cleaner forms of transportation were a strong focus at the event. Cycle Manoa
helped attendees fx their bicycles, while Enterprise Rent-a-Car displayed their
We Cars for student s to rent at $10/hr, potentially eliminating the need to
purchase their own vehicle. Enterprise also showcased their electric EVie
vehicles charged by solar panels on the roof, and are currently being used
by the universitys Parking and Transportation Services. With the leadership
of passionate students from UHM, the Environmental Center educated the
community, and celebrated the need for a more sustainable Hawaii.
EARTH DAY IS FOR EVERYONE
The University of Hawaii at Manoa works to build a community of sustainability Written and Photos by Sierra Williams
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This year at the Academy Arts Center, the 19th annual statewide, juried
woodworking exhibition, Hawaiis Woodshow, featured a gorgeous array of
Hawaiian woodworking from the traditional to the contemporary, encompassing
dozens of types of wood, styles, and techniques.
Established in 1989, the Hawaii Forest Industry Association (HFIA) aims to
connect the community to environmental concerns surrounding dwindling
koa forests and woodworking craftsmanship of Hawaii. The Woodshow initially
began with a capped quota for koa pieces, but fortunately, Koa has bounced
back, says Masako Schwalbenitz, furniture maker and assistant coordinator of
the event. Now, any piece made of any Hawaiian wood, including Schwalbenitz
own honorable-mention piece Split Swirl End Table made of robusta and
saligna wood, may be selected for showing in the event.
This year, as if to spite the revoked restriction, the Hawaii Woodshow featured
several types of wood other than koa. Keith Maile, perhaps the most traditional
style woodworker featured at the exhibition, crafted a traditional awa serving
bowl with a kii scoop and matching support fgures. For the serving bowl,
Maile did not use koa, but kou, the standard wood used for bowl making by
the ancient Hawaiians. Koa gives food a bitter taste, says Noah Baron of Nohea
Gallery, Maile also weaves his own sennet fbers, which in unheard of in todays
woodworking world.
Exemplifying cultural eons of artistic and technical methods, R.W. Rollo
Scheurenbrand of Oahu showed two acoustic guitars, and was presented with
the Award of Excellence by Woodcraft Hawaii. The style and Hawaiian favor
of the guitars seems to be thrumming up quite a national appeal: Taylor Swift
performs with a gorgeous koa guitar of her own!
The most inclusive piece of the Woodshow was Mats Fogelviks Kapa Poho
(Crazy Patchwork Guild) cabinet on a stand. Its doors, woven with wisps of
koa, primavera, mila, mango, and siris wood, comprised a collage of modern
organization and organic fow. The sharp, harmonious angles, with geometric
cross-sections of wood, juxtaposed with the natural curls within them spoke
of the deep art of woodworking--an attempt to impose order upon trees for
domestic use, bringing nature into the home. Fogelviks Crazy Patchwork Guild
epitomized the artistic philosophy of the trade.
The superb quality of Hawaiis Woodshow was a joy to attend, and will
undoubtedly await high anticipation and praise in the coming years.
CONTACTS
Noah Baron
Nohea Gallery
1050 Ala Moana Boulevard Honolulu, HI
(808) 596-0074
Masako Schwalbenitz
Furniture maker and associate coordinator of Hawaii Woodshow
M. Nitz Design LLC - Contemporary Fine Furniture Honolulu, HI
makoness@yahoo.com
(808)292-6241
WHAT WOOD YOU LIKE?
Hawaiian and Mainland Woodworkers Turn Out a Nineteenth Successful Show By Linnea Schuster Photography by Roald Kern
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Tired of the same bar scene night after night? Looking to journey outside the
old fallbacks of Chinatown and Waikiki? Well, a Kailua Town pub-crawl might
be the perfect escape. Whether youre looking to grab a cheap bite, try a new
beer, catch a punk show, or simply pick up an E.W.O.K., the bars of K-town have
plenty to ofer.
Sure, after a day at Lanikai, you might feel like hitting Formaggio or Lucys for
a good meal and glass of wine, but class isnt exactly what the real bar scene
of Kailua is all about. Instead, head over to the Kailua Towne Pub and check
out the more than 30 beers they keep on tap, including the hard-to-fnd Drop
Top, Smithwicks, and a traditional Black and Tan. Take a look at the menu too,
and perhaps try out the very reasonably priced pub burger, the Reuben, or their
sensational fsh and chips. Theres always Shufeboard on deck and even live
music on the weekends- usually a rock cover band. Ten big screen TVs make
this the perfect place to watch a game, but be prepared for a mainly military
clientele and the occasional Cougar on the hunt.
Down the street, worlds collide at another popular K-town hangout- Boardriders.
The weekend mix of local and military keeps the cops on standby, but is no
deterrence. This nighttime hangout boasts awesome live shows including
Ooklah the Moc, Natural Vibes, and the occasional visit by Pato Banton. A unique
opportunity to hit this place is when punk shows are ofered. The authenticity
is hard to match at other locations around the island. Just be prepared to get
rowdy and of course wear closed-toed shoes. Taco Tuesdays are a steal with $2
tacos all day and Thursday nights ofer open-mic.
Last on my list of must-hit spots is the good ol Creekside. Being a fan of a good
dive bar, it really doesnt get classier than the Creek. Around the corner from
Boardies and surprisingly located on the beautiful marsh-side, Creekside is
your typical biker-bar. Inside, youll fnd classic imagery of ladies in the buf,
dartboards, and even an old-school jukebox with all the southern rock and
country classics. This hole-in-the-wall may be a bit rough around the edges,
but its a great place to take a breather and enjoy a world-class Bloody Mary
prepared by some of the islands most capable bartendresses.
In short, the Kailua bar scene is unique unto itself, and ofers a little bit of
everything. So, perhaps head east this weekend and check these places out
for yourself. Just be sure to arrange for a DD, as K-town is notorious for its 5-0
enforcement, and none of us care to go down like the third cast of LOST.
BARHOPPING IN KAILUA
Food, Drinks, and Fun are a Car Ride Away Written by Jessica Stark
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What happens when Prometheus Brown of the Blue Scholars and Bambu walk
into a bar? Everybody listens. That was exactly the scene on Saturday, May 7,
2011 at Blue Ocean Thai. With the help of local hip hop groups, the Broke Mokes,
Seph 1, Paisley, and the Prolifc Unknowns, the creative spinning of DJ Packo,
and spoken word masters Darren Cambra and Sterling Higa of Youth Speaks
HawaiI; the night was surely charged with mindful speech and music.
The Ethnic Studies Student Association (ESSA) at the University of Hawaii at
Manoa (UHM), has been hosting events such as this one for quite some time.
With close ties to the Ethnic Studies (ES) Department and under the direction of
Dr. Rod Labrador, ESSA seeks to open up dialogue about culture, identity and
socio-political issues explored in ES coursesand experienced in life. ESSA takes
a critical stance against racism, sexism, homophobia, classism and the systematic
marginalization of people of color. The student organization employs local and
mainland artists across all disciplines as their vehicle of communication between
students and the community. ESSA chooses these artists based on their strong
commitment to social change. It is a no-brainer then, that Prometheus Brown
and Bambu were the headliners of the Blue Ocean Thai show.
Prometheus Brown, also known as Geologic, of the Blue Scholars has created
socially conscious music with his friend and producer Sabzi, since 2002 (www.
bluescholars.com). Drawing from an ES background at the University of
Washington and with a passion for Filipino rights, Prometheus Brown writes
poetic fows that hit your heart and mind. Their music stays fresh and powerful
because it refects real, current events in our world.
Also starting his music career in 2002, Bambu was a part of the Native Guns with
MC Kiwi and DJ Phatrick (http://bambu.la). After the group parted ways, Bambu
continued to make music with DJ Phatrick and expresses his zeal for community
activism and change with his lyrics. Relying on his experience as a troubled
youth in Los Angeles, Bambu is involved in a number of community activism
groups geared toward helping young people, and bolstering Filipino rights.
Both MCs share a love for connecting with students and the community.
Prometheus Brown and Bambus trip to Hawaii began with two talks at UHM.
Students and community members were welcome on the UHM campus to
participate in open discussions about Phillippine Cinema with Prometheus
Brown, and Domestic Violence with Bambu featuring his new song and music
video Something. Prometheus Brown will be returning to the UHM campus
with Sabzi to perform as Blue Scholars in early July 2011.
Prometheus Brown and Bambu are truly powerful forces in music and their
communities. The ability to connect with youth and community leaders alike
is no easy task, but these MCs made it look efortless on stage at Blue Ocean
Thai. When they talk, you listen. And hopefully, you get inspired to help change
our world.
For more information on Youth Speaks Hawaii, visit http://youthspeakshawaii.
wordpress.com. Interested in linking up with ESSA? Add ESSA Hawaii as a
friend on Facebook, or contact them at ESSAHawaii@hotmail.com. Dont forget
to pick up the Blue Scholars new album, Cinemetropolis, releasing on June 17,
2011. Also, keep an eye out for Prometheus Brown and Bambus collaboration
project, Walk into a Bar, debuting later this summer.
TWO GUYS WALK IN TO A BAR
Prometheus Brown and Bambu connect with youth and community leaders Words and Photos by Sierra Williams
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Oh what a night Friday the 13
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otherwise known as a taboo day, was anything
but. With a beautiful backdrop of the infamous Waikiki beach, the Hawaiian
evening was practically perfect. RumFire was buzzing with excitement for Local
Hawaii Entertainment Magazines release party.
With the venue intact, all that was needed was the entertainment. As warm
and welcoming as a tropical breeze, our night was started of with the talented
Randy Allen. Covering the hits and making them his own, this is one smooth
criminal that launched the party of right. Strumming his guitar along with one
of Oahus famous sunsets, you could fnd the crowd tapping there feet and
fipping through the pages of this vibrant new magazine. Glasses were raised
and spirits were high, with fantastic drink specials by Kona Brewing Company
and Oceans Vodka.
Now for the main event of the evening, the Yoza Project eased us into full
festivity mode. The sun had set, but the music had risen. A band armed with
some of Oahus best talent, they came to entertain and blow us away. With
Yoza showing us why she was on the cover, she belted out her tunes with her
trademark raspy and seductive voice. The crowd was in awe and entranced by
the music, and Local Hawaii Magazine was honored to show others a glimpse
into some of Oahus hidden talent.
After the band had played and the hana-hous were granted, the night wasnt
over yet. With DJ Fever One on the ones and twos, the crowd was hungry for
more great music. Local Magazine fans and staf danced the night away, and
enjoyed a night of achievement. Watching a wonderful idea turn into a dream,
and helping it come to fruition was magical. It was a true accomplishment for
the hardworking staf and everyone involved in the creation of this art piece.
Big MAHALOS for the wonderful support. I look forward to many more years of
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Island fever got you thinking about the mainland? Too many ukuleles can make
a person crave another genre of music. If country music is a genre you crave,
then crawl down to the depths of Waikiki and into Nashville.
Its a small country bar streamed inside with overdue Christmas lights, hidden
under Chilis, called Nashville Waikiki. You almost miss the entrance walking
by, but never the cloud of smoke as you pass. Walking downstairs leads to a
welcoming, home town hospitality from the staf, and of course the twangy
notes only country music can belt so well. Four DJs fll the speakers with the best
of classic rock and country western tunes seven days a week from 4pm to 4am.
DJ Tiannas specialty Sunday, Thursday and Fridays is the Top 40 for the past 50
years, and since music changes rapidly, there is a lot of selection to choose from
the past fve decades. And with all music comes interaction, and the chance to
dance!
Scooter Boton teaches couples dancing: half-step, two-step, the waltz, cha-cha,
and swing, and If youre not a couple, theres always the fundamentals of line
dancing. Free dance lessons on the foor go from 7-9pm every Sunday, Monday,
Wednesday and Thursday. Already conquered the fundamentals of dancing to
country music and craving more? Then be sure to join in with Bryan Gray and
the 97.5 Hawaiis Hot Country KHCM Party Animal Street Crew from 10-11pm.
Nashville Waikiki may be full of music and dance but its not just a bar for dancing.
There are a couple of pool tables in the backroom along with another small bar.
Pool tournaments occur Sunday thru Thursday evenings after 10pm. What goes
along best with beer, pool, music and dance? Well darts, Wii and plenty of bull
riding and basketball on the tube. Also beginning every night at 10pm is free
Black Jack. Seems like the south has made its way to Hawaii at Nashville!
Underneath the arousing streets of Waikiki is a bit of country and a lot of activity.
Whether youre from the south or you just want to escape the buzz of the tourist-
driven streets of Waikiki and try a new venue, Nashville Waikiki is an attention-
grabbing hub. Dont forget the three Bs when thinking of country-baseball hats,
button-ups and boots. So enjoy the tunes, games and daily drink specials at a
place where country meets the sea!
WHATS UNDER YOUR STREET?
Theres More Than Meets the Eye Under the Streets of Waikiki By Cheyanna Donaldson Photos by Keoki Cabral
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