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Posted at 7:44 a.m., Friday, August 17, 2007

Today's events: Kapolei festival, Shrines to Paradise

Advertiser Staff

Got some free time today? Or feel the need to check out something new? Here are three picks that may make for some good conversation tomorrow. For a comprehensive list of events for today and the weekend, see Hawai'i events.

Note: Full-price admission is listed; the * denotes discounts (or free) for students, seniors, military, members, children and/or advance purchase. Call venue for details.

The MADE IN HAWAI'I FESTIVAL kicks off a three-day run with more than 420 booths from six of the Hawaiian Islands.

  • Where: Neal S. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall and Arena

  • Time: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

  • Cost: $3*

  • More information: 533-1292

    Across the island at the KAPOLEI SUMMER SUNSET FESTIVAL, a community celebrates with food booths, keiki activities, a movie, entertainment and more.

  • Where: Kapolei Regional Park

  • Time: 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

  • Cost: free

  • More information: www.kapoleisunset.org

    Monkey Waterfall presents SHRINES TO PARADISE, a multimedia extravaganza featuring dance, music, theatre, storytelling and a production exploring how residents and visitors connect and disconnect. Native Hawaiian and local artists participate in the project funded in part by the Hawai'i State Foundation on Culture and the Arts and the Mayor's Office of Culture and the Art.

  • Where: Honolulu Hale

  • Time: 8 p.m.

  • Cost: free

  • More information: www.monkeywaterfall.org