New Baby Monk Seal at
Poipu Beach
For the second time in twelve months
a monk seal has given birth to a baby on Poipu Beach. The monk seal
is on the Federal Endangered Species list and is thought to number only
about 1500 in the world. They are found mostly on the northern Hawaiian
Islands, although Kauai has a population of around 15 (now 16).
Due to the fact that the mother will
abandon its pup if humans come too close, it is very important that they
be given space until the baby is weaned. This birth occurred July
22nd and we except the new pup to be on its way sometime after Labor Day.
Those of you that were fortunate enough to be here at this time had a unique
opportunity to see mother and pup resting on the sand, swimming in the
bay and otherwise acting like mother and child. It really was a sight
to behold.
Upcoming
Island Events:
OCTOBER:
October 6, 2001
5TH ANNUAL COCONUT FESTIVAL
This day long event will highlight
the cultural, social and historical importance of the coconut. Enjoy unique
food, play coconut games and participate in coconut crafts and contests.
Crafters will be on hand selling their island products. There will be live
local entertainment throughout the day. Sponsored by the Kapaa Business
Association. Kapaa Beach Park from 9am-5pm. For information call Bob Bartolo
at 246-0089.
October 12 - 21, 2001
ALOHA FESTIVALS KAUAI
The beautiful Garden Island of Kauai
hosts its annual Aloha Festivals with a multitude of cultural events, activities
and programs. It's a great opportunity to learn more about the Hawaiian
culture while having a lot of fun. Most events are free with an Aloha Festivals
ribbon. For information, call Aloha Festivals (808) 589-1771 or (800) 852-7690.
October 13, 2001
KOKEE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
13th Annual Eo e Emalani i Alaka`i
(Queen Emma Festival) - An outdoor festival honoring Queen Emma, including
a royal procession, hula, music, exhibitions and Hawaiian craft demonstrations.
No charge. Starts at 10 a.m. on the meadow in front of the Koke`e Museum.
October 13, 2001
EO E EMALANI I ALKAI FESTIVAL
The Emalani Festival commemorates
Queen Emma's historic trek up Waimea Canyon and into the Alakai Swamp.
Enjoy the royal procession, authentic hula, traditional Hawaiian music
and exhibits. Free. For information call (808)335-9975.
October 19, 2001
LAUHALA WEAVING CLASS
Learn how to weave the leaf of the
hala tree with instructor Margaret Lovett, a renowned weaver. Fee of $25
($20 for members). Class is from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Kauai Museum.
Bring lunch.
Date: Daily throughout the year.
CRATER HILL HIKES
 From
the Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge Visitor's Center, you can join
this 2 to 2-1/2 hour hike. Guides discuss the geology of the island and
Crater Hill, seabirds and migratory birds, native plants, and marine wildlife
that visit Kilauea Point. Spectacular setting including historic Kilauea
Point Lighthouse, visitor's center, and grounds open all day. Free with
paid entry fee of $2 to refuge. Closed only on Christmas day and New Year's
day. Begins at 10:00 a.m.
NOVEMBER:
November 16, 2001
LAUHALA WEAVING CLASS
Learn how to weave the leaf of the
hala tree with instructor Margaret Lovett, a renowned weaver. Fee of $25
($20 for members). Class is from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Kauai Museum.
Bring lunch.
November 20 & 21, 2001
PGA GRAND SLAM OF GOLF
The Poipu Bay Resort Golf Course
will play host to the PGA Grand Slam of Golf featuring the winners of the
four major championships held throughout the year. For ticket information
call 1-800-PGA-TCKT. For information call Poipu Bay Resort Golf Course
at 808-742-8711.
November 24, 2001
KOKEE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
OPEN HOUSE
Annual open house for museum members
at 10 a.m. Wreath making at 1 p.m.
DECEMBER:
December 21, 2001
LAUHALA WEAVING CLASS
Learn how to weave the leaf of the
hala tree with instructor Margaret Lovett, a renowned weaver. Fee of $25
($20 for members). Class is from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Kauai Museum.
Bring lunch.
December 22, 2001
WAIMEA LIGHTED CHRISTMAS PARADE
Waimea Town holds its annual lighted
Christmas Parade. Led by the Fire Dept.'s red engines, the parade route
winds through town stopping at the hospital and care home before hitting
Waimea's main street and ending at Hofgaard Park. Caroling and refreshments.
Free. Join us as a community that celebrates the spirit of the season all
year 'round. Approximate start time 6:15 - 7pm. West Kauai Main Street
Hotline (808) 338-9957 Chris (808) 337-1005
December 27, 2001
HAWAIIAN BIRD IDENTIFICATION
MEETING
Kokee Natural History Museum holds
a training session for volunteers who wish to participate in the annual
bird count. Call 335-9975 for location and time.
December 29, 2001
AUDUBON CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT
Meet at Kokee Museum at 7 a.m. Call
335-9975 for information.
December 31, 2001
SLACK KEY GUITAR-MUSIC OF HAWAII
Start the new year celebration with
music and stories telling the history of Hawaiian slack key guitar and
ukulele followed by an evening of sunset serenade. Hanalei Community Center
at 3 p.m. Admission $12, Children/seniors $6. Call: (808) 826-1469.
December 31, 2001
FIRST NIGHT KAUAI STYLE
This Annual New Year's Eve Cultural
Festival is held in the immediate vicinity of the county facilities on
Rice Street, Lihue from 6 PM to 1 AM. This family-oriented, alcohol and
drug-free New Year's Eve celebration includes multicultural dance/music,
foods, entertainment, crafts and other activities, sponsored by Kauai Habitat
for Humanity. Call: La Verne Bessert at 1-888-822-7002 or e-mail to habitat@aloha.net.
TO BE
ANNOUNCED:
Be sure to check out the next
issue of FYI Kauai
for the latest Events & Happenings
Around the Island!
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Web Site Improvements:
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There’s a new look to our website.
The home page has been redone with a new collage of photos and new copy.
The Directory on the left hand side has been expanded which now
makes it much more useful. There is a new “Maps and Directions”
page to help everyone locate the property. We have added a “Photo
Contest” page, so send us your best Kauai shots and win a Hawaiian
tropical flower arrangement delivered fresh to your door.
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There is a new “Related Links”
page, which we are still building. Eventually it will be divided
into sections such as dining, shopping, sea adventures, air adventures,
etc. to provide you with links to the websites of popular things to do
and see on Kauai. The Guest Book has been renamed “Testimonials”
and allows us to include comments from the new guests books in each Villa
which everyone is writing in.
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Our eZine “FYI Kauai” now has
its own button in the Directory and you can enter our contest “FREE
Drawing” directly from the Directory as well. Most all of the
photos on the “Villas and Rates” page have been re-shot and additional
pictures have been added. We think you’ll like the result.
Many thanks to our webmaster
Brian Barnes for his fine work on this project.
Property Improvements:
Coming in the next three months will
be new parking for the Coral and Dolphin up closer to the Villas and concrete
walk ways from the parking area to both Villas. Additional landscaping
and lighting will border the walk ways.
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The free Tiare Tahiti Dance Show
takes place Monday & Thursday evenings at 5:00 PM, in the courtyard
of Poipu Shopping Village. Call 808-742-2831.
Watch Hawaiian crafts being created
at the Hui Aloha (friendly get-together) in the Sheraton Garden
Court Lobby in Poipu from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. This daily display features
everything from coconut hats to Niihau shell leis, lauhala baskets and
more. Call 808-742-1661 for further information.
Enjoy free hula shows at the following
locations:
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Seaview Terrace at Hyatt Regency
Resort & Spa, Poipu, 6:00 - 8:00 PM daily. Call 808-742-1234.
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Kukui's Restaurant at Kauai Marriott
Resort & Beach Club, Lihue (on Kalapaki Bay), Wednesday & Saturday
shows, 6:30 PM and 8:00 PM. Call 808-245-5050.
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Coconut Marketplace, Kapaa, 5:00
PM daily (programs vary). Call 808-822-3641.
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Happy Talk Lounge at Hanalei Bay
Resort, Princeville, Tuesdays 6:30 - 9:30 PM. Call 808-826-6522.
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Each week in Thursday’s edition of
Kauai’s Garden Island Newspaper, a section entitled “Police Blotter” is
published. And who says these aren’t exciting times we live in here
on Kauai? Some recent direct quotes:
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April 27th, 10:35 a.m. Personnel
in the Lihue Public Library sought assistance with a female patron acting
in an unlibrarylike manner.
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April 27th, 9:35 p.m. Security
guards said someone tried to steal a bench at Kauai High School, near the
gym.
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May 14th, 12:08 p.m. A
Waimea
woman spotted eight loose bovines.
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May 14th, 9:07 p.m. A Wailua
House lots man asked to speak to an officer regarding his pet chicken.
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May 15th, 2:27 a.m. A security
officer reported a couple was refusing to leave Coconut Marketplace behind
the theater.
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June 22nd, 9:42 p.m. A
19-year-old Hanapepe youth was cited for a skateboard violation.
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June 24th, 1:20 p.m. A
runaway surfboard struck a vehicle at Nawiliwili Park.
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June 25th, 3:39 p.m. Hilo
Hattie’s in Lihue reported damage to a palm tree in the stores parking
lot.
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June 30th, 12:06 p.m. An
Anahola man complained that a vehicle had struck his pine tree.
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July 2nd, 12:05 a.m. A
Wailua man reported his 17-year-old daughter hadn’t come home yet.
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July 2nd, 10:22 p.m. An
anonymous woman in Kapaa complained about loud singing.
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July 3rd, 3:20 a.m. A Kapaa
man reported having trouble with a woman.
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We’re very pleased to announce that
Hugo
Campos of San Francisco is the lucky winner of our semi-monthly
drawing for a FREE three night stay at Hideaway Cove.
Best of luck to everyone else for
our next drawing on November 1st!
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