Podcast appearances and mentions of Neal S Blaisdell

Matt talks about planning and design of the new Neal S. Blaisdell Center with the Lead Project Manager, Eric Johnston of AECOM, and Guy Kaulukukui, Director of Enterprise Services at the City of Honolulu. Listen in as we hear about the exciting transformation of this iconic civic area into a world class facility. http://imagineblaisdell.com

Hawaii Posts episode #007 for the week of 8/17-23/2018 In this episode hear the Hawaii state song and learn of it's origins in celebration of Hawaii's 59th Statehood Day We also listen to some Birthday and Opening ceremonies down at the Duke Statue in Waikiki as part of the kick off of the annual Dukes Ocean Fest   Statehood   Hawaiʻi Ponoʻī is the current state song of the State of Hawaii.    Hawaiʻi Ponoʻī was one of the national anthems of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi and also was the National Anthem of the Republic of Hawaii   Kamehameha V, wanted a gift of music for his people and asked Kaiser Wilhelm I of Germany to send a bandmaster to Hawaiʻi.   Henri Berger arrived June 5, 1872, and organized the Royal Hawaiian band who perfomed June 11,1872, after 5 days of practice   The words were written in 1874 by King David Kalākaua      https://youtu.be/oJu5JvZSoCw   Hawaii’s Statehood Day commemorates Hawaii’s admission as a state on August 21, 1959.   In 1898 the United States annexed Hawaii, which was declared as a “necessary” navy base for the conduct of the Spanish-American War.   During World War II, Oahu served as the command post for the US operations in the Pacific.   After the war, two-thirds of the residents favored statehood.   A primary election took place in Hawaii on June 27, 1959   President Eisenhower signed a proclamation on August 21, 1959, declaring Hawaii to be the 50th state   Happy Statehood Hawaii 59 years       Weather   We have sunny skies and light tradewinds with afternoon thunderstorms trough sunday Mostly sunny through monday til thursday with developing chances of showers by late weds.   Hurricane John is gone but now we have a category 2 SSE of the island named LANE The current tracking model has it going south of the islands through the week. which could change as it might work a little North west. It may bring additional showers for Hilo and Maui. If it becomes a threat then i will provide a hawaii post hurricane update next week.   Sun & Moon sunrise 6:10 - 6:12 sunset  7:00 - 6:55 within the week the days shorten by 7 1/2 minutes still allowing an average of 12hr 45min of daylight   Moon is a Waxing Cresent up til friday night when it reaches half moon phase   Hawaiian Night Sky Visible planets after sunset: Venus sets at 9:18 am Jupiter sets at 11:18 Saturn sets at 2:25 am Mars setting at 4:17am   The Perseid meteor shower is still active in the night sky.     Surf   North flat to a half foot smooth and clean great for ocean recreation   South 1-2 light winds mostly off shore look out for a future bump generated by Hurricane Lane mid week   East 1-2 clean morning followed by fair to choppy afternoons    West 0-1 good offshores all week. EVENTS     8/17-23/2018   BIG ISLAND   West Hawai'i County Band in Concert OCCURS ON: FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2018, 6:30PM - 7:30PM The West Hawai'i County Band will present an hour of band music selected from the band's extensive repertoire including jazz tunes, marches, film music, classical and traditional Hawaiian music. The band is comprised of over 20 local musicians from all walks of life. The West Hawai’i County Band    Hula Arts At Kilauea: Na Mea Hula Demonstrations OCCURS ON: SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2018, 11:00AM - 1:00PM Held in conjunction with monthly Na Mea hula kahiko performances, join Kumu hula Kaho`Hokele Crabbe with Halauolaokalani on the lanai of the Volcano Art Gallery as they share with you “Nā Mea Hula” (all things hula). Come and learn a hula, use various hula implements and try your hand at lei making   Obon Dance & Festival - Hakalau Jodo Mission OCCURS ON: SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2018, 7:00PM - 10:00PM   The summer Obon season perpetuates the Buddhist tradition of honoring the spirit of those passed on celebrated with special services and festivals. The festival includes food booths, taiko drummers and other colorful sights and sounds, bon dances that have become a cultural touchstone for all in   MAUI   Makawao Third Friday Town Party OCCURS BETWEEN: FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2018 - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2018, 6:00PM - 9:00PM Maui Friday Town Parties happen every Aloha Friday! Spearheaded by the Maui County Office of Economic Development, each party highlights one of Maui’s historic small towns and along with their unique, local businesses. Whether it’s an eccentric art show in Lahaina or a paniolo party in Makawa   Maui Calls 2018: In Celebration of Hula OCCURS ON: SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2018, 6:00PM - 10:00PM   Saturday, August 18, 2018; Yokouchi Pavilion and A&B Amphitheater; 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm Maui Arts & Cultural Center's signature fundraising gala begins with a fresh flower lei greeting and Hawaiian music serenade. Guests mix and mingle as they sample delectable creations by chefs from around maui   Kauai   Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar & Ukulele Concert - Honoring Raymond Kane OCCURS ON: FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2018, 4:00PM - 6:00PM   Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar & Ukulele Concert -Sea Turtle Serenade OCCURS ON: SUNDAY, AUGUST 19, 2018, 3:00PM - 5:00PM   Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar & ukulele concert featuring songs & stories telling its history. Gift Drawing. Family Friendly. Tickets $25 ($20 Ages 13-19 & 50+; $10 Ages 6-12). Audience rating 18+ yrs is 99.3% "Excellent, Highlight of our trip!"  at the Hanalei Community Center   OAHU Made In Hawaii Festival OCCURS ON: FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2018   First Hawaiian Bank presents Made in Hawaii Festival 2018 a 3-day showcase of local products, cooking demonstrations and entertainment, August 17-19, 2018.  the 24th annual Made in Hawaii Festival, coming to the Neal S. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall and Arena on Statehood Day Weekend   Heiva i Honolulu OCCURS ON: SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2018, 9:00AM - 9:00PM HEIVA I HONOLULU, produced by Tahiti Nui International, is Hawaii’s biggest and best Tahitian dance competition. On Saturday, August 18, 2018, the Hawaii Convention Center will be full of hundreds of soloists and premier Tahitian performances representing Hawaii, North America and Asia.   Willie K OCCURS ON: TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2018, 6:30PM - 11:00PM Willie K will be performing at Blue Note Hawaii with 2 shows at 6:30 pm & 9:00 pm. Willie K is a Maui based performer whose performances span genres and age, playing anything from blues, to jazz, to traditional Hawaiian music. Doors open at 5:00pm and 8:30pm   Ron Artis II OCCURS ON: THURSDAY, AUGUST 23, 2018, 6:30PM - 11:00PM Ron Artis II will be performing at Blue Note Hawaii with 2 shows nightly at 6:30 & 9 PM. To say that Ron Artis II plays music from his heart and soul would be a bit of understatement. With his style ranging from rock, blues, jazz to rap, R&B and soul, the young musician has made his mark on the    Moon Walk & Dinner Buffet OCCURS ON: SUNDAY, AUGUST 19, 2018, 6:00PM - 10:00PM Waimea Valley’s Moon Walk is back for its 35th year. On the full moon come down to Waimea Valley after dark to experience it like never before. For these special nights the Proud Peacock will reopen with a dinner buffet of fresh local ingredients by Ke Nui Kitchen.   Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival "Waikiki Style" (36th Annual) Festival to feature some of the top artists in the Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Genre performing for 6 solid hours on the beautiful grounds of the Waikiki Aquarium. Festival will also feature local arts and crafts, snacks, soft drinks and other favorite local foods. A minimum of 15 artists will   Duke's Oceanfest 2018: Waikiki's Premier Ocean Sports Festival OCCURS BETWEEN: SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2018 - SUNDAY, AUGUST 26, 2018   The annual Duke's OceanFest features a variety of ocean sports that were close to Duke Kahanamoku's heart, including Longboard Surfing, Paddleboard Racing, Swimming, Tandem Surfing, Surf Polo, Beach Volleyball, and Stand-Up Paddling. The festival celebrates Duke Kahanamoku's life, his legacy   Duke Kahanamoku Aug 24, '06 Opening Ceremonies https://youtu.be/T0alPXtG1Uw