On today's show we feature music from the film "Hawaii – A Voice for Sovereignty"

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This is a documentary film by photojournalist Catherine Bauknight that explores the culture of the Native Hawaiians and their connection to the land. At the forefront of the film are social, economic, and ecological issues that have developed in Hawaii since the takeover by the U.S. in 1893, revealed in interviews with grassroots indigenous people and scholars such as author, Haunani-Kay Trask. The documentary goal is to raise awareness of the issues faced by the Native Hawaiians, which threatens their ancient and environmentally sustainable culture. Bauknight hopes to bring this film to the world stage by theatrical release, screenings at international film festivals, and television programming.

"HAWAII A VOICE FOR SOVEREIGNTY" SOUNDTRACK CD RELEASE OF THE DOCUMENTARY FILM AT BORDERS BOOKSTORE IN PASADENA FRI. APRIL 30th, 7:00 PM.

We invite you to share the culture and knowledge of the Native Hawaiian People through a journey of music and chants by Charles Ka'upu, Willie K, Richard Ho'opi'i, Skippy Ioanie, Lon...o and more. This gift of culture was documented on locations during the filming of the documentary, " Hawaii A Voice For Sovereignty" during the four years of shooting throughout the islands of Hawaii, by filmmaker Catherine Bauknight. The event will begin with a cultural exchange of chants and and music by Marnie Pfeffer, a member of the Hula Halau Na Hua 'O Maile. The proceeds of the CD will go towards the continuation and education of the Native Hawaiian Culture through the film.

Borders Bookstore 475 South Lake AvenuePasadena, CA 91101(626) 304-9773 Ali Lexa at KPFK 90.7 FM will talk more about "Hawaii A Voice For Sovereignty" and the musicians who gave to the soundtrack on Thurs. April. 29, 11:00 am. 'Ukulele SpotlightLast Thursday of the month at 11:00am during the Global Village With John Schneider

Hawaii: A Voice For Sovereignty Documentary More info: http://catherinebauknight.com/

Hollywood Fund Raiser Maui Film Festival 2007 Youtube Channel FilmTrailer Interview News Items Funding Data Sponsors Award Contact Info

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Time to get your ukes ready for some strumming on the beach!

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Friday April 30th 7PM
"HAWAII A VOICE FOR SOVEREIGNTY" SOUNDTRACK CD RELEASE OF THE DOCUMENTARY FILM AT BORDERS BOOKSTORE IN PASADENA FRI. APRIL 30th, 7:00 PM.
Meet the film makers!
We invite you to share the culture and knowledge of the Native Hawaiian People through a journey of music and chants by Charles Ka'upu, Willie K, Richard Ho'opi'i, Skippy Ioanie, Lono and more.
This gift of culture was documented on locations during the filming of the documentary, " Hawaii A Voice For Sovereignty" during the four years of shooting throughout the islands of Hawaii, by filmmaker Catherine Bauknight. The event will begin with a cultural exchange of chants and and music by Marnie Pfeffer, a member of the Hula Halau Na Hua 'O Maile. The proceeds of the CD will go towards the continuation and education of the Native Hawaiian Culture through the film.
Borders Bookstore
475 South Lake Ave. Pasadena, CA 91101(626) 304-9773


Friday April 30th from 7pm to 9pm,
the Smokin Menehunes will be entertaining at the Catalina Fish Kitchen in Huntington Beach.
Many of you are loyal fans that seem to find your way there following announcements such as this.  Much mahalos to you all.


LIL' REV
Saturday May 1st 2010 Claremont Folk Festival. Performing and
Teaching-
<http://www.claremontfolkfestival.org>http://www.claremontfolkfestival.org

Sunday May 2nd Jumping Fleas Uke Workshop (Hot Licks for Ukulele) & Concert $15.00 workshop/$10.00 concert 1:30pm workshop, 3:30-4:30 concert.
All are welcome...though please RSVP:
<mailto:yourfriendclay@gmail.com>yourfriendclay@gmail.com


Saturday, May 8th, 7:00
COFFEE GALLERY
IAN WHITCOMB & FRED SOKOLOW
(Fred'll do a brief solo set of swing tunes, then he'll accompany the unique ex-British invasion rock star, Ian Whitcomb, doing very old jazz, original tunes and more) This is a great, intimate concert venue!
limited seating so call 626-794-2424 for reservations ($15 cover).
It's at 2029 N. Lake, Altadena 91001
(<http://coffeegallery.com/>coffeegallery.com)

Sunday, May 9, 7 PM     $15
JIM "KIMO" WEST
The Coffee Gallery Backstage
Reservations and info 626-398-7917   **limited seating**
Come celebrate the the serene and spiritual sound of "ki ho'alu" in this special Mother's Day show with Hawaiian "slack key" guitarist, Jim "Kimo" West. As an added treat, Kimo will perform with traditional hula dancers and will feature some very special guests, including Mitch Chang, who will share his talents on ukulele and slack key. Lei's will be complimentary for mom's too!
The Coffee Gallery Backstage
2029 N.Lake Ave.
Altadena CA 91001


Tippy Canoe May 28th & 29th
Tippy Canoe returns to two ga-ga-gorgeous Southern California cities Step out on Memorial Day Weekend for the inaugural teaming of Bakersfield band Funeral Club (americana meets spaghetti western meets film noir) and Oakland's own Tippy Canoe (hook-laden roots music).
Friday, May 28th, 2010 ~ Uncanny Sounds from the North!
Tin Can Alehouse
1863 Fifth Avenue San Diego CA
http://www.myspace.com/tincanalehouse
9pm // $5 // 21+
starring
Behind The Wagon (http://www.myspace.com/behindthewagon)
Funeral Club (http://www.myspace.com/funeralclub)
Tippy Canoe (http://www.tippycanoe.net)
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Saturday, May 29, 2010 ~ Viva la Music & Cinema Echo Park Film Center 1200 N Alvarado Street Los Angeles CA http://www.echoparkfilmcenter.org/
8pm // $5 // all-ages
Funeral Club (http://www.myspace.com/funeralclub)
Tippy Canoe (http://www.tippycanoe.net)
The Here & Now (http://www.lisamarr.org/music/)

Sunday May 30, 7:00 PM
Coffee Gallery Backstage
Abe Lagrimas, Jr. (ukulele)
featuring Jason Arimoto and Mitch Chang
Tickets: $15
http://www.coffeegallery.com
2029 N. Lake Ave.
Altadena, CA  91001
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Weekly Events

Every Sunday:
Makena
10:00 am
Center for Inspirational Living
Long Beach Playhouse, Long Beach, California More Info: http://www.myspace.com/makenamusic

Every Sunday:
Uncle Pete Naluai leads kanikapila music every Sunday morning at Bob's Okazuya.
10am - 4pm
Bob's Okazuya
16814 S Vermont Ave, Gardena, CA
(310) 515-2250

Every Tuesday:
Ho'alu Tuesdays
Come hear beautiful ki ho'alu performances by members of Southern California Slack Key Society on Tuesday nights at 6 p.m.
Kaisen Sushi Restaurant
1906 Oceanside Blvd. #H
Oceanside, CA - Phone: (760) 757-1484
P.S. Hiki i na mea hula ke hula ma 'o!

Every Friday:
Uncle Henry Kalana Kamae
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Uncle henry and pals play most every Friday night at Bob's Okazuya.
Call ahead to be sure he is in.
Bob's Okazuya
16814 S Vermont Ave, Gardena, CA
(310) 515-2250

Fridays 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Island Breeze
Island Breeze is a talented trio of musicians who play contemporary Hawaiian music. In addition to accompanying the Lokelani's dancers, the band is available to provide entertainment for special events.
Roy Asuega leads the group, singing, drumming, and playing guitar.
Ron Reyes and Mata Grey play ukulele and bass while providing background vocals. Info: http://www.lokelanisroti.com/islandbreeze/
Garlic Jo's
2332 West Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA

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Ukulele Clubs (Over 16 clubs and counting!)

Every Monday at 9:00 am - 11:00 am
The Hemet Ukulele Club
New members are welcome. Bring your uke, banjo or guitar. Meetings are free.
Meets at The Simpson Center, 305 E. Devonshire Ave., Hemet, CA


Every Monday at 1:00 PM
The Corona Del Mar Ukulele club formerly at the Oasis Senior Center in Corona Del Mar Everyone is welcome!
Notice: The group has moved to St. Michael's church.
The Oasis senior center is to be razed and rebuilt.
New Address is 3233 Pacific View Dr, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625 (949) 644-0463


2nd & 4th fourth Monday evenings 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
The SLO Strummers of the Ukulele Society of the Central Coast. All
levels of strummers are welcome!!
Meets at the Art Center in San Luis Obispo
1010 Broad St. (creekside door). For more information, call Carol at:
(805)473-3457


Tuesday mornings 9am to 11am
The Loma Linda Ukulele Strummers (around 50 to 70 Ukulele players)
meet every Tuesday morning.
For more information call 909 796-8934. All levels are welcome!
Loma Linda Senior Center, 25571 Barton Road, Loma Linda, CA 92354
(corner of Loma Linda Drive and Barton Road - behind the fire station
and the library)


Every Tuesday 1-3 pm
Palm Desert Ukulele Strummers
Bring your Uke and join the fun. All levels are welcome.
Call Mike @ 760-835-6891 for more info.
44-600 Monterey Ave. Palm Desert,Ca 92260


Every Tuesday Night 7 - 9 PM
KOLOHE 'UKULELE CLUB
Formed in 2000 & meets for practice at "ISLAND BAZAAR" in Surf City
U.S.A. every Tues Night of the month @ 7:pm. Under our Kumu UNCLE
HENRY KAMAE, we play Hawaiian & Hapa Haole music and invites ALL
levels of 'UKULELE PLAYERS to jam with us Island Style till 9:pm.
KOLOHE has performed at numerous festivals, & other functions.
Remembah; "Mo 'Ukulele, Mo Beddah" .. Mahalo Nui Loa & A Hui Hou
For more info email kentinhb@verizon.net
Island Bazaar, 16582 Gothard St. "R", Huntington Beach, CA. 92647-
714-843-9350. www.Ukuleleparadise.com


Every Wednesday morning
PINEAPPLE JAM UKULELE CLUB
Beginning class meets from 9:30 a.m. to 10:15:a.m.-Jim Grundy
Full Club meets  from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.-Glenn Clement
The Pineapple Jam Ukulele Club, has been meeting in Yucaipa since April 2006.
It is composed of players of all ages with various ability levels,
that enjoy singing. New members are welcome to join us whatever their
ability level.
Scherer Community Center
12202 First Street (at B Ave) Yucaipa Ca 92399
Phone: 909 797-1177  or 760-326-9230
Pineapple Jam Director Glenn Clement 951-836-8393


Every Wednesday 6 - 9 PM
Moonlight Beach Uke Strummers
A group of about 50 to 75 ukulele strummers (over 200 members on
website) in Encinitas, North of San Diego.
BRING YOUR UKES AND JOIN US FOR A FUN TIME.
Members from our group are from many Hawaiian High schools like
Kamehameha, Punahou, StLouis, McKinley, AIEA, DAMIEN, MARYKNOLL,
ROOSEVELT, FARRINGTON, CASTLE, KAILUA.
Today's Pizza, 481 SANTA FE DR., at the intersection of Hwy 5 and
Santa Fe Dr. at the Vons Rite-Aid shopping center in Encinitas.



Wednesdays 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ventura Ukulele Jam
The Ventura Chapter of the Ukulele Society of America hosts its
weekly ukulele jam at Java Joe's Coffee House in the Century 16
Center on Johnson Drive in Ventura, CA. Alan Ferentz is the Alaka'i
(Conductor). >From Alan -- "Please join us for our ukulele circle
sing-along."
Java Joe's @ Century 16 Center, 2950 Johnson Drive, Ventura, CA
Every 1st and 3rd Wed. of the month from 5:30 to 7:30PM
The WINDanSEA Ukulele Strummerrs
meet for fun and the joy of the ukulele.
Everything is free. I even pass out the music for free. We invite all
levels of skill.
We are in Pacific Beach. Across the street is La Jolla.
We meet at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall at 853 Torquiise Street.



1st Wednesday of every month.
The WINDanSEA Ukulele Strummers meet for fun and the joy of the ukulele.
Everything is free.  I even pass out the music for free.  We invite
all levels of skill.  We have some young players, one is 8 and she is
a ring terror on the ukulele.  The age range is wide and so is the
level----who cares, we have a good time.  Join us!
We are in Pacific Beach.  Across the street is La Jolla.
We meet at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall at 853 Torquiise Street.
A San Diego Chapter of the Ukulele Society of America just started on
mondays at Old Tyme Music in San Diego. Check out their calendar:
http://www.sdoldtimemusic.com/Pages/calendar.html



Every Thursday from 10:30am to 12 noon
THE ORANGE BLOSSOM UKULELE PLAYERS
The Orange Blossom Ukulele Players meet at the Joslyn Senior Center
in Redlands CA.
Our collection of songs covers various styles of music: Tin Pan
Alley, Country, Spanish, Easy Listening, Hawaiian, etc...Bring your
ukulele and be ready to sing with the Orange Blossoms!! We also
welcome banjo, guitar, harmonica and other instrumentalists to join
us for the fun. For more information call Cathy Ekaitis - (909)
875-1054
Joslyn Senior Center, 21 Grant Street, Redlands CA.



Thursdays 6:30 PM
'Ukulele Jam' 40 to 50 ukulele players come and strum their hearts out.
We also feature 2 or 3 soloists per session.
Lots of fun. We ask a small donation, but just walk past the
"collector" if there is a problem or objection to a donation.
We love and wish to include all ukulele players who wish to come.
Standard American Songs Repetoire...20's, 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's,
70's, and so on. Beach Boys, Jimmy Buffet, and a large selection of
tunes.
ISLAND BAZAAR, 16582 Gothard St. #R, Huntington Beach, Ca. 92647



Thursdays 6 - 9 pm
Ukulele Society of America (USA)
The group of 50+ ukulele players regularly meets on Thursday evenings
in Carlsbad, CA (North San Diego County and South Orange County) to
play ukulele, sing, and hula. Conducted by professional entertainer
Pat 'Palika' Enos and often aided by the 101 year old, Duke of Uke,
Bill Tapia. Guest Conductors also lead the group in song, a Kokua
Team to help newcomers jam along on their first night, and an Open
Mike to encourage advancing members to showcase their stuff. Our
goals are to become a fun learning center for aspiring group leaders
to learn from the pros and then move on to start and nurture their
own groups across the country and to train our group members to lead
small groups in outreach performances to the community (Children's
hospital and Senior Centers).
All levels of ukulele players welcome.
Group website
http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/Ukulele_Society_of_America/
(ask Captain Mike to join.)
Ocean House of Carlsbad Village (Palm Room)
300 Carlsbad Village Drive, west of the I-5 Carlsbad Village Drive
exit, at the intersection with Pacific Coast Highway.
Carlsbad CA



Alternating Thursdays 7:15 - 9:30 PM:
The Jumpin Flea Circus Players Players Of Los Angeles
It's large, eclectic membership gathers twice a month in Sherman Oaks
for ukulele fun and fellowship.
The Jumpin Fleas play songs from every time and place, though there's
a fondness for tin pan alley, jazz standards, comedy and folk songs.
Led by professor of uke Clay Allen, the first hour of the fleas
meeting in dedicated to improving the musicianship of the players.
The second hour reviews the club's favorite songs of the day. Come
join us, won't you. You won't regret it!
Info: http://www.jumpingflea.tumblr.com
Church of the Chimes, 14115 Magnolia Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423



Every Friday from 10:30am to 12 noon
THE RIO-ALTAS UKULELE CLUB
The Rio-Altas gather at the Rialto Senior Center at 1411 S. Riverside
Ave. Rialto, CA.
Our song book contains many styles of music: Tin Pan Alley, Easy
Listening, Hawaiian, Spanish, Country etc... Bring your ukulele and
be ready to sing with the Rio-Altas!! We also welcome banjo, guitar,
harmonica and other instrumentalist to join us for a good time.
For more information call Cathy Ekaitis - (909) 875-1054
Rialto Senior Center,1411 S. Riverside Ave.,Rialto, CA.



Friday mornings 10:30 am
SURF CITY STRUMMERS- meet at Island Bazaar every Friday morning at
10:30am. We play standards of all eras and have opportunities to
solo, also. About 40 players show up each week to start the weekend
right. Please join us. $5.00 donation requested, but not mandatory.
If you're visiting the Southland from out of the area, please come!
Island Bazaar, 16582 Gothard St. "R", Huntington Beach, CA. 92647-
714-843-9350. Ukuleleparadise.com



Saturdays 9:30 am - 11:00 am
The Southbay Strummers
Ukulele strummers of all ages and from all walks of life meet at the
Bartlett Senior Citizens Center, 1318 Cravens Ave., Torrance, California
(310-320-5918)
http://www.ukulelestrummers.com



Saturdays 1 - 2:30pm
Santa Barbara Ukulele/singing group meets every
Saturday at the East Beach Bath House from 1:00 - 2:30pm.
Bring a music stand, ukulele, and a portable chair.
There is street parking on Ninos in front of the Zoo.
Call ahead to make sure they are meeting: Paul Halula at 882-2495



Sundays 5 - 8 pm
Monterey's Ukulele Club
Gianni's Pizza
725 Lighthouse Ave
Monterey, CA.  Info: Steve Brooks (831) 624-7022


First Sunday Of Each Month 1-3 pm
Riverside Ukulele Liberation Ensemble.
RULE meets the first Sunday of each month at the Back to the Grind
Coffeehouse on University Avenue in Riverside, CA, from 1 - 3.  For
more information people can contact Jeff Odien at 951-505-9508 or at
JeffOdi@msn.com or Bill Odien at ODIENIENN@aol.com

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CONCERTS & EVENTS CHECK OUT THE "HAWAIIAN CONCERT GUIDE"
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