Disney’s “Moana” is making its ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi premiere at Ko Olina’s World Oceans Day on June 10. The movie stars Auliʻi Cravalho as Moana, Christopher Kaipulaumakaniolono Baker as Maui, Nicole Scherzinger as Sina, Kelikokauaikekai Hoe as Ali‘i Tui, Kalehuapuakeʻula Kawaʻa as Puna Tala, Kamakakehau Fernandez as Tamatoa, and 24 locally cast Hawaiian-speaking actors. World Oceans Day focuses on plastic pollution prevention and cleaning the ocean of marine litter. The free celebration begins at 4 p.m. and open to the public. Visit 2018worldoceansdaykoolina.
Month: June 2018
Weather is hot, time to get wet
In honor of King Kamemameha Day, Wet N Wild Hawaii is only charging $25 admission all weekend through June 11 when you present your Hawaii State of military ID. Maximum of 4 discounted admission per ID. Plus on June 11, the first 111 guests before 11 a.m. will receive admission for $11. Also on June 11, body board on the Flowrider for free. https://www.wetnwildhawaii.com/events/king-kamemameha-day/
Captivate your little artist
Let the kids try their hand at watercolor painting with the Hawaii State Art Museum’s free Second Saturday event 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 9. This month’s theme is Captivating Color. http://sfca.hawaii.gov/hisam-events/
Volcanologist for an afternoon
With the spectacular and destructive eruption continuing, the kids’ interest in volcanoes is at an all-time high. Things are a bit too treacherous on the Big Island, but seize this teachable moment with a trip to the Bishop Museum’s Science Adventure Center. The volcano display has never resonated so loudly or seemed so relevant as it does now!
Free summer reading program
The Hawaii State Public Library wants to help keep your kids’ minds active with their 2018 Summer Reading Program, “Libraries Rock.” Sign up for the free incentive program at www.librarieshawaii.org or visit your local library to win prizes. Log reading online and pick up your prizes at any library June 2 to July 14.
Celebrate Pacific neighbors
The free 39th annual Pan-Pacific Festival brings together performers and representatives celebrating the culture of Hawaii, the Pacific Rim and beyond. Join in the fun June 8 to 10 with a Hoolaulea, music and dance showcases, and a parade down Kalakaua Avenue. Visit www.pan-pacific-festival.com for details on times and locations.
Teach kids about Midway Atoll
Most kids programs are targeted at elementary school kids or high schoolers. There’s not that much out there for the middle school set. On June 5, the Pacific Aviation Museum, in partnership with NOAA and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, is hosting Midway Youth Day, a free program for 6th-9th graders. Kids can learn about the battle that took place at the atoll, 1,300 miles from Oahu, and the preservation efforts happening there today. Registration is required. Call 445-9137 or email Education@PacificAviationMuseum.org.
It’s the 4th of June fireworks!
Enjoy a preview of Independence Day fireworks on June 4. Japanese company Royal Cosmetics will present an awesome display at 8:30 p.m. off Waikiki Beach in front of the Royal Hawaiian Hotel.
Explore the ocean on land
June is national World Oceans Month. On June 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., two kids age 12 and under can get in free to Sea Life Park with a paying adult. The Keiki Sunday event will feature educational games and arts and crafts. Plus the first 100 kids to enter the park will receive a free plush dolphin. While you’re there, check out the new Aloha Naia show at the Dolphin Lagoon Theatre. For more information, call 259-2500 or visit sealifeparkhawaii.com.