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Calendar of events
A year-long celebration will mark a century of Korean immigration to Hawai'i. Above, the Korean Senior City College dancers perform the fan dance at Kapi'olani Park.

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For a full calendar of centennial events, see the Centennial Committee's Web site (www.koreancentennial.org). Here is a partial list for the year:

JAN. 13

• Ceremony, 9 a.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village Coral Ballroom.

• Banquet, with keynote address by Washington state Sen. Paull Shin, entertainment featuring Brooke Lee, emcee; 5:30 p.m. cocktails, 6:30 p.m. dinner, Hilton Hawaiian Village Coral Ballroom, 5:30 p.m. cocktails, 6:30 p.m. dinner, 8:15 p.m. show. Tickets: $125. 864-9812.

JAN. 13-15

• "Arirang: The Korean-American Journey," centennial documentary premiere, broadcast at 8 p.m. today, KHET; public screening at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Doris Duke at the Academy of Arts. 956-7041.

JAN.14

• Korean Broadcasting System Open Concert, featuring Christopher Cross and stars from South Korea and Hawai'i, Waikiki Shell, 6:30 p.m. Free tickets all given out through retail distributors.

• Korean Cultural Center of Hawai'i opening, 10 a.m., 2736 Rooke Ave.

JAN. 15

• "Explore Korea: A Visit to Grandfather's House," children's exhibit, Honolulu Academy of Arts, Education Gallery. 532-8702.

JAN. 18

• Second Annual Korean Festival (food, entertainment, cultural exhibits, products for sale, games); 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand. Volunteers: Contact organizers (andrelee@hawaii.rr.com or 393-2156).

JAN. 19

• Centennial Banquet in Hilo, 5:30 p.m., Nanimau Garden. Tickets: $100. Call: (808) 933-8809.

JAN. 25-MARCH 16

• "Century of the Tiger," centennial exhibit, Bishop Museum; opening reception 5:30 p.m. Jan. 24. 848-4148.

JAN. 25

• "Pojagi," a concert of Korean and Korean-American performing artists, 7:30 p.m., University of Hawai'i at Hilo Theatre. (808) 974-7421.

FEB. 1

• "Pojagi," a concert of Korean and Korean-American performing artists, 7:30 p.m. Mamiya Theatre. 956-7041.

FEB. 3-5

• Christian Revival Rally, 7-10 p.m. Feb. 3 and 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Feb. 4-5, Neal Blaisdell Center Arena. 947-0191.

FEB. 14-23

• "Dance Korea: A Celebration of Korean Immigration," performances by students at UH-Manoa and the Korea National University of the Arts, 8 p.m. Feb. 14, 15, 21 and 22, 2 p.m. Feb. 16 and 23. 956-7655.

MARCH 5-9

• Centennial Goodwill Taekwondo Championship, NBC Arena. 377-5040.

MAY 15-17

• Buddhist Convention, Muryangsa Temple (details to be announced).

MAY 16-29

• Korean American Children's Art Exhibit, Academy Center, Honolulu Academy of Arts (opening reception 5:30 p.m. May 15). 922-8998.

MAY 17

• Samsung Dance Troupe with Jae-Man Jung, 6 p.m., NBC Concert Hall. 372-7772.

MAY 31

• Pop concert featuring Korean singers, 7 p.m., Waikiki Shell. 597-8212.

JUNE 30-JULY 31

• Exhibits, Honolulu Hale: "Life to Death" (photos), June 30iJuly 19; paper crafts, July 14i31.

SEPT. 3

• Korean Sports Festival, 9 a.m., Kapi'olani Park. 223-0002.

SEPT. 5-26

• Korean American Children's Art Exhibit, Wailoa Center, Hilo). (808) 933-0416, or wailoa@yahoo.com.

SEPT. 14-FEB. 1, 2004

• "Crossings 2003," a touring Korean modern art exhibit (official opening Sept. 14, Honolulu Hale). Other venues include: The Contemporary Museum, Honolulu Academy of Arts, UH Art Gallery, East-West Center Gallery, Windward Community College 'Iolani Gallery, The Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center, Maui Arts and Cultural Center, Hui No'eau Visual Arts Center, Maui.

DEC. 20

• Centennial Christian Parade, 7 p.m., Ala Moana to Kapi'olani Park.




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