Disney’s The Lion King at Blaisdell

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If you live on or will be vacationing on Oahu on December 5th, why not make a special evening at the Blaisdell and see Disney’s The Lion King Broadway edition!

Click here to get your tickets through Ticketmaster for this event.

Breaking News: Dog Chapman bond stands!

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In a shocking move, a federal magistrate in Honolulu has ordered the bond remain in effect for the reality TV star’s year old case seeking extradition to Mexico. A court dismissed the charges last month against Chapman, his son Leland and associate Tim Chapman but Thursday Judge Barry Kurren left the bond in effect. (Not a Dog fan I take it?) An appeal has been filed by the Mexican prosecutor. If convicted, the trio faces up to four years in Mexican jail.

Dog and his wife Beth released a statement today saying he was “devastated” and they are urging fans of the show and/or his mission to protest the decision.

If you would like to contact the proper officials to support the Chapmans, you can do so with the info below:

For Condaleeza Rice
secretary@state.gov

For President Bush
president@whitehouse.gov

For Dick Cheney
vice_president@whitehouse.gov

U.S. Department of State, Office of International Affairs
2201 C Street NW
Washington, DC 20520
Tel. 202-647-4000
TTY: 1-800-877-8339

Barry M. Kurren, U.S. Magistrate Judge
PJKK Federal Building
300 Ala Moana Blvd., C-338, Honolulu, HI 96850
Tel. (808) 541-1306
Fax Number (808) 541-3500

Ronald Johnson, Assistant U.S. Attorney
PJKK Federal Building
300 Ala Moana Blvd., Room 6-100
Honolulu, Hawaii 96850
Tel. (808) 541-2850
TTY: (808) 541-1850
Fax: (808) 541-2958

(Mahalo “DogHelper” for the contact info!)

Aloha Friday Recipe: Veggie Hana Maui Spring Rolls

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INGREDIENTS:

4 cups bean sprouts or you may shred green beans instead
1/2 red bell pepper sliced long very thinly
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 cup finely cut bamboo shoots (canned)
3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon brown sugar
30 spring rolls wrappers
1 egg, whipped
2 tablespoons oil for stir-frying
4 to 5 cups oil for deep-frying, as needed

PREPARATION:Spring rolls filling: Drain the bean sprouts and or green beans and set aside for 30 minutes to give them time to remove as much moisture as possible. Dice the red bell pepper. Shred carrot and finely slice the bamboo shoots.

In a small bowl, combine the teriyaki sauce, soy sauce and sugar. Set aside. Heat 2 tablespoons in wok. When oil is very hot, stir-fry the vegetables in small batches so that you are not boiling but searing.

Once all the veggies are completed, place back in wok and mix the sauce (sesame seed oil, teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar) into this veggie mix. To make the spring rolls, lay a wrapper in front of you. Brush the edges of the wrapper with the lightly beaten egg. Place approximately 2 tablespoons of filling in the bottom half, spreading it out sideways to form a rectangle shape - do not go out all the way to the edges. Roll up one time so that the mixture is covered then fold over right and left edge so that filling does not come out of side. Continue to roll up and seal with egg to complete roll. Heat oil for deep-frying to 360 degrees. When the oil is hot, do not overcrowd. Keep, cooking until golden brown and crispy by turning over (3 to 4 minutes).

Recipe courtesy of HawaiiHanaHou.com

Aloha to the King of Rock and Roll

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It’s hard to believe it’s been 30 years ago today that Elvis said “aloha” to this life. In the time since his passing, his legacy has only grown. You can celebrate the culmination of Elvis Week in Memphis by going to www.elvisweek.com where you can sign the virtual wall and watch events as they are going on.

If you’d prefer a more foodie approach to celebrate The King, Reese’s has what you’re looking for. Reese’s Peanut Butter & Banana Creme Cups featuring Elvis Presley are available through December 2007 in standard, miniatures and “The King” sizes at grocery, drug and convenience stores nationwide. With the Reese’s Elvis “Live Like the King” promotion, Elvis fans can instantly win one of more than 10,000 prizes, including a trip to Graceland in Memphis, a scarf owned by Elvis Presley, Elvis sunglasses, Elvis license plates and more.

If you’d like to get your visual fill of The King, go to this link of Elvis oriented programming.

A hui hou Elvis, a hui hou.

Comedy movie “Tropic Thunder” filming on Kauai

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If you’re going to be on Kauai over the next month, chances are you could have a star sighting or two as Tropic Thunder continues shooting for the next 6 weeks on the east side of the island. Tropic Thunder stars Ben Stiller, Owen Wilson, Robert Downey Jr, Jack Black, Nick Nolte and others. According to Internet Movie Data Base the plot summary is “through a series of freak occurrences, a group of actors shooting a big-budget war movie are forced to become the soldiers they are portraying. “ It appears to be slated for a 2008 release.

So keep your cameras and a pen and paper handy if you’re going to be in the Kapa’a area. You might just get a better souvenir than you planned on!

Breaking News: Hawaii born pro-wrestler found dead

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Brian “Crush” Adams was found dead in his Tampa home by his wife. She called 911 saying he wasn’t breathing and paramedics were unable to revive him. Adams was 43 years old. His death is the 108th pro wrestler under the age of 50 to die in the past decade.

Adams debuted in the WWE in 1990 becoming the 3rd member of legendary tag team, Demolition. The Hawaii native was also a two time WCW World Tag Team Champ, WWF Tag Team Champ and All Japan Pro Wrestling World Tag Team Champ. Adams was forced into retirement in January 2003 when he suffered a spinal injury during a wrestling match. In his wrestling days, he went by the names American Ninja, Demolition Crush, Crush, Kona Crush, Brian Adams, B. A. and The Demon.

Click “read more” to read about my personal experience with Brian Adams

5.4 earthquake rattles Big Island; causes rockslide

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As if things weren’t tense enough for Big Islanders, a 5.4 magnitude earthquake centered in northwestern Kalapana, 25 miles south of Hilo, rocked the island of Hawaii. A 3.2 aftershock was also felt and the after effects stretched as far north as Lapahoehoe Gulch where a rockslide occured. No other damage has been reported at this time. It appears despite being so close to Kilauea, that the flows coming from the volcano were not effected by the tremblor.

Hang on Big Islanders, despite Flossie being downgraded to a category 2 hurricane, Mother Nature seems to be testing your fortitude over these few days. Stay safe!

Closings abound today as Flossie comes in

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All Big Island schools public, private and charter will be closed today as a safety precaution as Hurricane/Tropical Storm Flossie moves in. All state parks, trails and forest and natural area reserves on the Big Island will be closed through Wednesday by the state Department of Land and Natural Resources because of expected high winds, falling trees, heavy rain and flash flooding from Hurricane Flossie.

Visitors, please CALL AHEAD before you go out for the day! Some major attractions, stores and even some restaurants may close early today in preparation for the incoming weather situation.

Locals and visitors alike…bunk down, be prepared and spread the aloha when it’s all over. If you see debris in the road, move it to the side. Check on your neighbors. If you see pets wandering and they appear approachable, call their owners if they have a tag or take them to a humane society where their owners will likely call to look for them. If everyone makes an extra effort, any impact Flossie attempts will be minimal when she leaves.

Here are some resources you may need:

List of island shelters

Pet Protection Checklist

Track Flossie

Dog the Bounty Hunter mini-documentary to air tonight

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Tune in tonight for an hour long mini-documentary about Duane “Dog” Chapman on A&E at 8pm. (Check local listings)

In this one-hour special, we will travel through the past with Dog as he makes a present-day journey through Colorado and Texas (with Beth and the Posse) to re-connect with old friends and mentors, and re-live significant moments from his past. Dog’s life has always been extraordinary: from his wild outlaw-biker days to his rehabilitation in a Texas prison to his long journey since then to become the world’s greatest bounty hunter.

For other showtimes, check the “events” calendar.

Hurricane Flossie approaching Hawaiian Islands

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A hurricane watch has been declared for The Big Island of Hawaii. Though forecasters predict that Hurricane Flossie will weaken to a tropical storm, it’s important that locals and visitors know what to do in the event of an evacuation situation.

Disaster preparedness: When it is time to evacuate

In the event a hurricane does strike Hawaii, would you know where to go? Below are some tips on what to do when it’s time to leave your home — reprinted from The Advertiser’s Disaster Preparedness series. Civil Defense officials urge residents to know where the shelters are closest to your home and your work. But stay put until you’re told to evacuate. See www.honoluluadvertiser.com for a complete list of O`ahu shelters. You can call 523-4121 or Aloha United Way’s 211 phone line to ask for the nearest Civil Defense shelter by providing your ZIP code. Shut off utilities. Lock house, windows and doors. Wedge sliding glass doors at top. Leave note for family members who aren’t there with time, destination and telephone number.

WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU
Essentials to last three to five days.
Keys
Plates and utensils
Survival kit

SURVIVAL KIT
Portable radio
Flashlights
Extra batteries for radio and flashlights
First-aid kit
Non-perishable food
Non-electric can opener
Containers of water
Sleeping bags/blankets/air mattresses
Special medications
Clothes
Personal hygiene supplies
Toilet paper

RETURNING HOME
Drive carefully.
Check for downed power lines, emergency vehicles and debris.
Entering home, check for structural damage, electrical short circuits, gas leaks, broken water lines, contaminated water/food

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