ISLAND LIFE SHORTS
From the hip
Advertiser Staff and News Services
Photographer and filmmaker Sergio Goes, who died in a diving accident in July, had a love of life and creative capacity that could also be seen in his relationship with his son, Gabriel Kapuni Goes. Galloping around with Gabby on his shoulders in his son's favorite game of horses and taking his boy to the beach as a weekly event, Goes shared crucial experiences with his young son. Today, in support of Gabriel and in celebration of Goes' life, a fundraising event will be held at The Waterfront, at Aloha Tower Marketplace. Music from Paula Fuga, The Girlas and Brazilian Batcuda and dance by Iona, Giinko Marischino and Samadhi Hawaii are on the bill. For evidence of Goes' career, his independent film "Black Picket Fence" and photos can be seen anywhere from independent film festivals to Honolulu magazine. His artistic legend will always live on, and his works will be on sale. 5-9 p.m. today, The Waterfront, 732-6699, www.sergiogoesfoundation.org. $15 donation.
— Lacy Matsumoto
TRENDS
LOVE, PEACE, RECYCLING
It wasn't so long ago that pop queens sparked the "message" T-shirt fad with tops telling no one in particular "Dump him" or "I stole your boyfriend."
We may all be pleased to learn we've evolved. Or at least our T-shirts have.
The message these days is much more likely to be, in words of T-shirt designer Eunice Chang, "peace, love and recycling."
"It's because of the war. People need a message, and they want a positive message," Chang said last week from the floor of the MAGIC fashion convention in Las Vegas, where calls for a higher purpose in cotton were regular sightings. "I'm just following the fashion."
Kathleen Gasperini of the market research firm Label Networks describes the trend as part of "a new hippiedom" making its way from urban street and summer music festival scenes.
She sees a resurgence of a do-it-yourself aesthetic in youth styles, a willingness to make an earnest statement and little concern that the peace sign around their neck may have been done before.
A trademark of the look is a mix-and-match of styles — a T-shirt screaming "Love, love, love," with '80s-inspired hot pink, skinny jeans and Day-Glo bracelets.
— Kathleen Hennessey, Associated Press
NEON COLORS PIPELINE ON SATURDAY
In an effort to bring awareness to "Keep the Country Country," Heavywater Magazine has teamed up with Blue Hawaii and Reef to throw a Saturday party called NEON. With a live performance by Tribal Seeds, the Malcognitas and DJ Eskae, appearances by the professional Reef surf team and prize giveaways, this event is sure to be bright. "Keep the Country Country is a local nonprofit for the North Shore community on O'ahu," says event organizer Jason Cutinella, pictured. Doors open at 9 p.m.; $15 for ages 18 to 20, $10 over 21; Pipeline Cafe, 805 Pohukaina St.; www.heavywatermag.com.
— L.M.
IN CLINE STYLE
Sitting back in Manoa Valley Theatre, with a main stage set as a rundown shack, country folk offering you beer or wine, and the echoing sound of a distinct Texas accent, you're taken into the era of country singer Patsy Cline.
The story is about a friendship between the star and a fan. Cline, played by Zenia Zambrano Moura, left, forms a deep friendship with Suzanne Green, played by Louise Seger, right, which lasts more than three years until Cline's sudden death. From loverelated sorrows to drinking games, the storyline, costumes and performers make for a beautiful musical. A few beers in and you'll be singing your heart out. "Always ... Patsy Cline," 4 p.m. Sundays, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; through Sept. 21; 2833 East Manoa Road; $20-$35, 988-6131, www.manoavalleytheatre.com.
— L.M.
RISE AND SHINE WITH MALEKO
Remember Radio Free Hawaii in the mid-'90s? DJ Maleko, below, is keeping the flame alive with his online/HD only morning show, Club 301.
Listeners vote for the songs they like to get them on the program. "It's the same format as how Radio Free was. Each song has to get two votes by two different people in order for it to get played," explains Club 301 co-host Flash Hansen. Flash, Maleko, and Smart magazine's Sarah Honda also talk about everything and anything, from party promotions to pets, from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. Mondays through Fridays. Tune in online at www.radiofreehawaii.ning.com or at 101.9 on your HD dial.
— L.M.
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— Pualana Lemelle
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