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AIA Honolulu invites members and the public to join us for a screening of “Bawa's Garden,” to be shown in Honolulu on Oahu.

Program Schedule:
6:00pm Doors Open
6:30pm Film Starts
8:00pm Moderated Discussion

Film Overview:
"Bawa’s Garden" is a road movie in search of the work of renowned Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa.

The film follows a protagonist as she traverses the island in pursuit of the ‘lost’ garden of Lunuganga. While the treasure may be the goal, the journey sparks encounters with vivid characters and rarely seen buildings that reveal the story of Bawa’s life and legacy.

Shot across Sri Lanka, this experimental docudrama blends dreamlike narrative with real people and places intrinsic to Bawa’s world. Eclectic and quietly moving, the film echoes the spirit of Bawa’s architecture—and the collaborators who helped shape it.

Eclectic and quietly moving, the film echoes the spirit of Bawa’s architecture—and the collaborators who helped shape it.

Learn the basics of Lindy Hop, a style of swing dance, then dance the night away with your new moves! No experience or partner necessary. This workshop is a perfect date night activity — or a fun, new experience with friends!

Looking for something new to try? Sign up for our swing dance workshop, happening every Third Friday! Beginners are welcome!

For the first hour, instructor James Novy will walk you through the basics of the Lindy Hop, a type of swing dance that originated from NYC's Harlem neighborhood. Afterward, dance the night away with your new moves!

No experience or partner necessary. This workshop is a perfect date night activity... a fun, new experience with a friend... or a great way to make new friends!

Josh Tatofi returns to Blue Note Hawaii as the 2026 artist-in-residence. Known as the "Polynesian Luther Vandross," Tatofi's music, blends traditional and modern elements, resonating with a broad audience. He has received multiple Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards, highlighting his significant contributions to Hawaiian music. Dedicated to preserving Hawaiian culture, Tatofi uses his platform to promote the Hawaiian language and traditions, bringing the aloha spirit to a global audience through his captivating performances.

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CLUB POLICIES
Show 6:30pm & 9pm
Doors 5pm & 8:30pm
Seating is First Come, First Served Per Section
$20 Minimum Per Person
Full Bar & Dinner Menu Available

NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES.
Tickets will be delivered 48 hours prior to the showtime.
Please ensure you purchase tickets for the correct date and time.

When all available Bar Seats are occupied, the remaining Bar Area is standing room only. Table Seating is All Ages, Bar Area is 21+.

IMPORTANT NOTE: We are NOT affiliated with ANY third-party ticket sellers! Tickets purchased directly through our official website or TicketWeb are the ONLY authorized sources.

GROUP RESERVATIONS: Groups of 6 or more that want to sit together must purchase a group package at events@bluenotehawaii.com.

PARKING: Validated parking available at OUTRIGGER Paradise. Entrance located on Kuhio Ave. $6 for up to 4 hours of parking.

Support local & shop small with us every Sunday in Kailua!

Our market features a diverse mix of food vendors, artisans & crafters, farmed goods & interactive booths. We are a family-friendly establishment with free keiki activities & live music.

We service 110+ vendors each year with 60+ on site each week. This means each time you visit, there's something unique to explore. Regardless of when you come, there's always something for everyone!

Street parking is free on Sundays & we are surrounded by several public parking lots. 

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, this engaging workshop offers an opportunity to develop your drawing abilities while experiencing the joy of sketching with one of Hawaiʻi's respected architectural and artistic talents.

Spend the morning with Steve Yuen, AIA, for a hands-on sketching workshop that explores the art of observing and capturing the world around us.

Steve Yuen is an architect, urban designer and artist by training. For over 30 years, he has brought his experience and ability to bear on a variety of significant planning and architectural projects in Hawaii and the Pacific.

His approach is environmentally, culturally and economically holistic and contextual, and is based deeply on values related to community and the importance of civilized social engagement in any context. He is a former Principal currently serving as Of Counsel at the interdisciplinary design firm G70. His work blurs the lines between art and architecture, and as an accomplished sketch artist, painter, and printmaker, we are thrilled to have Steve as our instructor!

What to Bring:
Please bring your own sketchbook or drawing pad, along with pens, pencils, or any drawing instrument you prefer.

Wahiawā Market Day happens every 3rd Saturday from 9 AM - 1 PM at the Wahiawa Value Added Product Development Center and is free to the public. It features innovative new food products, particularly new value-added products developed at the Center. Thereʻs music, food, shopping, and cooking and nutrtion demonstrations in our media kitchen. Enjoy shopping in our covered, air conditioned loft, meet new people, and find one of a kind omiyage and tasty treats.

Join us for Pineapple Pages: Storytime & Craft, where fun stories meet hands-on crafts!

Every third Saturday of the month at Liliha Library, enjoy a fun-filled time of storytime and crafts! Dive into cool tales and get creative with hands-on activities. Perfect for kids and families who love a mix of imagination and making stuff. Come hang out, listen, and craft away with us!

Learn/practice Mindfulness in the natural beauty of The private Hawaii Loa Ridge Park (at the end of Puuikena dr, below the trail-head) in East Oahu. Beginners welcome with introductory guidance starting at 10 am every 2nd Sat of the month. Email mindfulhawaii@gmail.com for more information.
We offer this opportunity to all interested in Mindfulness as in our free online course at www.mindfulnesscourse.org

The Hawai‘i Watercolor Society (HWS) presents its 2026 Open Exhibition, showcasing artwork created with water-soluble media including transparent watercolor, gouache, casein, acrylics, water-soluble crayons, and water-soluble pencils. Juror Frank Eber selected 71 paintings by 41 artists from 189 submissions. The exhibition also features ceramic works by invited Hawai‘i ceramic artists.
The Downtown Art Center (DAC) is closed on Tuesdays.
Events assosicated with this exhibition include: Free Demonstration by Frank Eber: Sunday, September 27, 2 PM at the DAC; Opening Reception (First Friday): Friday, October 2, 5–8 PM; Closing Reception: Saturday, October 24, 4–6 PM.
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