Ukulele Friends Ohana

2023 Come As You Aren't Halloween Pot Luck
2023-10-28 18:00 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903
Our Annual CAYAK costume party/Kanikapila/Pot Luck! Bring your BIG BOOK and maybe a music stand as we do run out, your Ukulele and a Pot Luck.

Psst . . . a secret “Best CAYA” award is in the works for the best one who came as they aren’t! Nohea will be selecting and awarding (in secret).

Click above to view last year’s CAYA Festivities.

Register below and leave a note on what you’ll be bringing for your Pot Luck.

Vanikapila 34.23
2023-10-21 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903
Please test for COVID if you’re exhibiting symptoms and you’ll be joining us IRL (In Real Life) at Vendola Café (aka 1585 Vendola Drive).

For those who wish, Vendola Café Outdoors (aka in the back yard) is always available for seating, weather permitting.

Vanikapila 33.23
2023-10-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903

Vanikapila 32.23
2023-09-30 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903

Vanikapila 31.23
2023-09-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903

Vanikapila 30.23
2023-09-16 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903
Please test for COVID if you’re exhibiting symptoms if you’ll be joining us IRL (In Real Life) at Vendola Café (aka 1585 Vendola Drive).

For those who wish, Vendola Café Outdoor (aka in the back yard) is always available for seating, weather permitting.

Vanikapila 29.23
2023-09-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903

Vanikapila 28.23
2023-09-02 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903

September Birthday/Kanikapila @ The Elks
2023-09-01 18:00 - 21:00 | San Rafael Elks Lodge, 1312 Mission Ave, San Rafael, CA, 94903, United States
Click here to RSVP ASAP a Dinner Ticket or two, menu below.

Vanikapila 27.23
2023-08-26 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903
Please test for COVID if you’re exhibiting symptoms if you’ll be joining us IRL (In Real Life) at Vendola Café (aka 1585 Vendola Drive).

For those who wish, Vendola Café Outdoor (aka in the back yard) is always available for seating, weather permitting.

Registrations are closed for this event

Evening/Birthday Vanikapila 26.23
2023-08-19 19:00 - 22:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903
Since it’s getting close to the end of Summer we thought the we should take advantage of the evening weather. What could be better than having an Outdoor Evening Vanikapila and celebrating Lois, Sandra and Melann’s Birthday?

So like all previous evening events this one will be a ka’ana ‘ai (share food = potluck) Vanikapila.

Please indicate what main dish you will be bringing to the event when you register below.

Mahalo for join us in this E-O-S send off!

Vanikapila 25.23
2023-08-12 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903

Vanikapila 24.23
2023-08-05 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903

2023 Napa Porchfest
2023-07-30 12:00 - 17:00 | Hamilton’s Porch, 308 Franklin Street, Napa, CA, 94559, United States
Aloha UFOhana,

Just wanted to get this out sooner than later, before you folks make other “Summer” plans . . .

From the Organizers:People stroll from porch to porch with family and friends enjoying the sounds of Napa’s musical talent. Throughout the area near Fuller Park in Old Town Napa, we close off the streets to vehicles so you can walk, skate, ride your bike or dance!

Our annual Porch Festival is a free one day event showcasing NAPA MUSICIANS playing on some of the finest historic porches in town.

From the -=SqL=-:

Please RSVP below if you’ll be joining your UFOhana. Bring your music stands. We’ll be playing from the UFO Gig Book (the skinny one) and bring all your hand outs for the hulas. Also, bring something ono-licious to add to the Hamilton’s spread.

Click above to view last year’s Porchfest.

Remember to bring your Ukulele, Gig Book, Music Stands and extra Aloha to share with the Hamiltons.

Hope to see you there!

Vanikapila 22.23
2023-07-22 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903

Napa Lodge Kanikapila
2023-07-21 17:30 - 20:00 | Napa Elks Lodge, 2840 Soscol Avenue, Napa, California, 94558, United States
Like our usual event at the San Rafael Elks but at Napa?

More details to come.

Vanikapila 21.23
2023-07-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903
UFOhana Vanikapila 21.23.

Please test for COVID if you’re exhibiting symptoms if you’ll be joining us IRL (In Real Life) at Vendola Café (aka 1585 Vendola Drive).

For those who wish, Vendola Café Outdoor (aka in the back yard) is always available for seating, weather permitting.

071423: Elks Kanikapila
2023-07-14 18:00 - 20:30 | San Rafael Elks Lodge, 1312 Mission Ave, San Rafael, CA, 94903, United States
Our first Elks Kanikapila of the year!

Dinner and Kanikapila on the Terrace at the Elks.

Not sure what the weather will be like but do dress in layers. BYOMusic Stand/BIG Book/wind clips/book light/etc. I.E. Be prepared.

Vanikapila 20.23 (what a co-inquidink?)
2023-07-08 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903
UFOhana Vanikapila 20.23. Please test for COVID if you’re exhibiting symptoms if you’ll be joining us IRL (In Real Life) at Vendola Café (aka 1585 Vendola Drive). For those who wish, Vendola Café Outdoor (aka in the back yard) is always available for seating, weather permitting.

July 4: In The Acre of Woods
2023-07-04 12:00 - 16:00 | https://maps.google.com/maps?q=148%20Railroad%20Ave%2C%20Woodacre%2C%20CA%2094973%2C%20USA&hl=en&authuser=0, 148 Railroad Ave, Woodacre, California, 94973, United States
Come and enjoy the parade at Woodacre at Ralph’s Home!

Bring your Ukulele, BIG Book, music stand, BYOB, BYOChair, BYOMusicClips and maybe some finger food to share with your ‘Ohana. Oh, and Aloha, of course!

Parade @ 12pm. Ukes till whenever!

Parking will be limited so consider Karma Pooling.

July 1: Chinatown Kanikapila
2023-07-01 13:00 - 15:00 | Far East Restaurant, 631 Grant Ave, San Francisco, California, 94108, United States
No Vanikapila this Saturday!

Instead, Kanikapila with us at the Far East Restaurant in San Francisco.

Look for us near the restaurant. We should be playing out in front, hopefully in their Parklet.

Parking is available across from the Old St. Mary’s Church at St. Mary’s Garage on California between Kearny & Grant for just $6 / all day.

Bring your Music Stand, Wind Clips, Flight Manuals 1, 2, & 3 (aka THE BIG BOOK) and maybe a folding chair? Remember to dress for San Francisco weather!

And while you’re there, take a break and enjoy the Great Food from Far East Restaurant!

063023: Marin County Fair
2023-06-30 14:00 - 15:00 | Marin County Fair, 10 Ave of the Flags, San Rafael, California, 94903, United States
We’re scheduled to play on the opening day June 30, 2p-3p at the Community Stage. Map below from the County’s Vendor Handbook, it’s from 2018 but our stage is in the same location.

Click for larger image.

We’ll have the same stage layout as last year. Hula Space in front, keikis and lead musicians behind row and the Corps De Ukulele behind.

BYOMusic Stand, music clips and I will bring some printed Flight Manuals for those in need. Otherwise you can download the PDF here. To conserve stage space consider sharing a Flight Manual.

Click here to download Kane’ohe, the song.

Dress in Happy, Bright, Hawaiian Attire. Hula Dancers please wear “Appropriate Hula Attire”.

Remember what Marion told us, “Look up from your Flight Manual, make eye contact and smile once in a while.”

It may be warm so keep hydrated.

Let get ready to St-r-r-r-r-r-r-r-r-umbl-l-l-l-l-l-le!!!!

Vanikapila 19.23
2023-06-24 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903
UFOhana Vanikapila 19.23. Please test for COVID if you’re exhibiting symptoms if you’ll be joining us IRL (In Real Life) at Vendola Café (aka 1585 Vendola Drive). For those who wish, Vendola Café Outdoor (aka in the back yard) is always available for seating, weather permitting.

Vanikapila 18.23
2023-06-17 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903
UFOhana Vanikapila 18.23. Please test for COVID if you’re exhibiting symptoms, if you’ll be joining us IRL (In Real Life) at Vendola Café (aka 1585 Vendola Drive). For those who wish, Vendola Café Outdoor (aka in the back yard) is always available for seating, weather permitting.

Vanikapila 17.23
2023-05-27 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903
UFOhana Vanikapila 17.23. Please test for COVID if you’re exhibiting symptoms, if you’ll be joining us IRL (In Real Life) at Vendola Café (aka 1585 Vendola Drive). For those who wish, Vendola Café Outdoor (aka in the back yard) is always available for seating, weather permitting.

Slackers in Paradise
2023-05-20 17:00 - 21:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903
Aloha All,We’ve had to move the date of this event due to illness. We hope you’ll be able to join us on the 20th. Mahalo for your understanding.

Bruddas Ken Emerson and Kimo West come to Vendola Cafe for a night of backyard Steel and Ki ho’alu music!

Click above to view article from Folkworks.org article written by Audrey Coleman.

5:00 – 6:00 pm (For those who can make it) UFOhana Kanikapila

6:30 – 7:30 pm UFOhana Potluck Dinner

7:30 – 9:00 pm Ken Emerson and Kimo West Concert

When registering, please indicate if you’ll be participating in the Potluck and what you will be bringing, or if you’re just attending the Concert Only.

Vanikapila 16.23
2023-05-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903
UFOhana Vanikapila 16.23. Testing for COVID is optional, however if you’re not sure, please test before joining us IRL (In Real Life) at Vendola Café (aka 1585 Vendola Drive).

For those who wish, Vendola Café Outdoor (aka the back yard) is always available for seating, weather permitting.

Vanikapila 15.23
2023-05-06 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903
UFOhana Vanikapila 15.23. Please test for COVID if you’ll be joining us IRL (In Real Life) at Vendola Café (aka 1585 Vendola Drive). For those who wish, Vendola Café Outdoor (aka in the back yard) is always available for seating, weather permitting.

Vanikapila 14.23
2023-04-29 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903
UFOhana Vanikapila 12.23. Please test for COVID if you’ll be joining us IRL (In Real Life) at Vendola Café (aka 1585 Vendola Drive). For those who wish, Vendola Café Outdoor (aka in the back yard) is always available for seating, weather permitting.

Vanikapila 12.23
2023-04-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Vendola Cafe, 1585 Vendola Drive, San Rafael, California, 94903
