Posted on: Saturday, May 14, 2005

SATURDAY SCOOPS
Mag-fiesta na tayo! (Let's fiesta!)

•	Pineapple festival in Wahiawa today
•	Ready to rummage? Super Garage Sale and craft offerings
•	Jackie Chan and Tom Hanks star in the Sunset on the Beach movies
•	Worming your way to better eco-trash
•	Twinkle, twinkle with the stars
•	Honolulu Chorale tonight at LCC
•	Latin sizzle awaits on the dance floor
•	Tip your Stetson to the paniolo life
•	Stocking up for scrapbooking

Advertiser Staff

Filipino pride — with all its cultural, visual and gastronomical diversity — will be on view during today's Filipino Fiesta parade and festival in Waikiki. Simply put, it's a wonderful opportunity to explore the arts, cuisine and lifestyle of Hawai'i's Filipino community.

In the 2002 parade, Queen Alyssa Marie rode with some of her friends on the float representing the San Nicholas Goodwill Foundation, part of the 11th Annual Filipino Fiesta and Parade. This year's parade begins at 9 a.m. at Fort DeRussy. Advertiser library photo

"What we hope to convey to people who don't know is how extremely diverse our Filipino culture is," said Bryan Andaya, an attorney, who is fiesta chairman. "We're not just one single entity, like most Eastern or Asian cultures. We're made up from different regions, and the culture is dependent on the environment where you live — the regions are reflected quite differently. What you wear, what you eat, what you dance depends on where you live."

About 20,000 attended last year; organizers anticipate attracting as many, or more, this year — the 13th annual. The festival is being presented by the Filipino Community Center.

What's on tap:

• A parade, starting 9 a.m., from Fort DeRussy to Kapi'olani Park, along Kalakaua Avenue, with about 200 participants, including Mayor Mufi Hannemann as grand marshal, accompanied by the Royal Hawaiian Band, and about 10 floats utilizing the fiesta theme, "Providing a Guiding Light for Our Youth," in a float competition.

• Food, including pork and chicken adobo, pinakbet (stew-like vegetable and meat dish), lechon (roast pork), lumpia — plus desserts such as bibingka and halo-halo.

• Songs and dances, by the Honolulu Broadway Company featuring Gavin Vinta, Fool Around Kine, Abeth Insong and Ati-Atihan; Brickwood Galuteria emcees.

Various regions of the Philippines reflect their cultures in clothing, dance and food. What will you see at the festival today? Photo provided by Patrick Williams

• Stardust, in the form of visiting Filipino actress Joy Bisco (from the Filipino-American film "The Debut") and singing star Rachel Alejandro (at 3 p.m.).

• Demos and lessons in the tinikling dance of the Philippines, where dancers hop in and out of the paths of clicking bamboo poles; performances of the fandado sa ilaw (candles or water in glasses, balanced on the head).

• Arts and crafts, including basket-weaving from the Ilocos region known for straw hats.

• A regional village, showcasing the different provinces of the Philippines.

Andaya said that the festival had hoped to lure "American Idol" finalist Jasmine Trias, but "there were scheduling conflicts," he said. "But maybe next year?"

Reach Wayne Harada at wharada@honoluluadvertiser.com, 525-8067 or fax 525-8055.

FILIPINO FIESTA Parade: 9-10 a.m. today Fort DeRussy to Kapi'olani Park, via Kalakaua Avenue Festival: 10 a.m. -5 p.m. Today Kapi'olani Park Free

Pineapple festival in Wahiawa today

Got pineapple? Love pineapple?

Today's 2nd annual Wahiawa Festival is a celebration of one of Hawai'i's most famous exports.

The fun starts at 10 a.m. and continues to 4 p.m. at Wahiawa District Park. It's free and is

a chance to check out fresh pineapple dishes while listening to live entertainment. There will also be activities for kids.

For more information, call 227-8229.

Ready to rummage? Super Garage Sale and craft offerings

Looking for deals? Check out the Super Garage Sale & Craft Fair at Richardson Field, across from Aloha Stadium, today from 8 a.m. to noon.

There is no admission fee, and you might find that perfect little knickknack for your home or gift for that hard-to-buy-for friend.

If, however, you're feeling too crafty for a garage sale, head to Pu'ohala Elementary School in Kane'ohe from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. today for the 'Imi Pono Concert & Craft Fair.

It features a free concert, a petting zoo and other keiki activities.

Jackie Chan and Tom Hanks star in the Sunset on the Beach movies

Get a preview of the upcoming film "Madagascar" at Sunset on the Beach. DreamWorks

Sunset on the Beach returns tonight and tomorrow with a little extra for the kid in you.

First off, there are the food booths, keiki activities and feature movies ("Around the World in 80 Days" tonight and "The Terminal" tomorrow).

The extra oomph is a sneak preview of the animated film "Madagascar."

The film, to be released May 27, features the voices of Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, David Schwimmer and Jada Pinkett Smith. They give life to four zoo animals who hang up when they hear the call of the wild. Alex the Lion (Stiller) is the king of the urban jungle.

The preview will show both nights.

Comedy takes off with Jackie Chan starring in "Around the World in 80 Days" tonight.

Tomorrow, Tom Hanks and Catherine Zeta Jones star in "The Terminal."

Worming your way to better eco-trash

Has watching contestants on "Fear Factor" eat worms made us a bit edgy about our slimy friends?

Maybe, maybe not.

Regardless, the "Worms Eat My Garbage" workshop will be held from 10 a.m. to noon today at the Green House. Learn how to manage your household's organic waste with compost worms.

Cost is $10. You can register at thehawaiigreenhouse@verizon.net.

Twinkle, twinkle with the stars

Learn about the fascinating universe at a star party tonight. NASA

When the sun goes down tonight, make your way to the Kahala and Waikele community parks and join in a star party hosted by the Hawaii Astronomical Society. Learn a bit about the stars, wish upon one, or just get interested in the world of astronomy.

It's free. Call 524-2450 for more information.

Honolulu Chorale tonight at LCC

Spend the day at the beach or just soaking in the sun, then perhaps head to the Leeward Community College Theatre for tonight's annual spring concert with the Honolulu Chorale.

The show starts at 7 p.m. Cost is $10. Call 680-7702 for more information.

Latin sizzle awaits on the dance floor

You may not learn to tango like this, but you could learn salsa moves at Latin Dance Night at the Manoa YMCA. Photo by Tango Hawaii

You've probably heard the old adage that it takes two to tango, but why not go one step further today and actually take a dance lesson?

From 6 to 10 p.m. tonight, the Atherton YMCA in Manoa is holding Latin Dance Night for all ages.

It's a smoke-free event.

Cost is $5. Call 393-2168 for more information.

Tip your Stetson to the paniolo life

Saddle-making is part of the paniolo tradition on Hawai'i's cattle ranches. Photo provided by Nohea Gallery

So you want to be a cowboy?

Check out Paniolo Heritage Day at the Nohea Gallery in the Ward Warehouse.

It runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. today and features a hands-on keiki workshop with lasso demonstrations, paniolo music and a silent auction.

It's free. Call 386-2274 for more information.

Stocking up for scrapbooking

It's a scrapbooker's delight from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. today at the Blaisdell Center. The Scrap and Stamp Expo is a chance to check out 75 booths filled with scrapbooking supplies, demos and creations. Perfect if you're looking for a new do-it-yourself hobby to fill your weekends and nights.