(image: Kona Waves by Kahuku Photography)

I’m anxiously awaiting the announcement of The Eddie, a surf contest sponsored by Quiksilver in memory of the big wave surfer & lifeguard Eddie Aikau. They’ve been making calls every half hour hoping for more clean sets. The next call is at 8am HST.

*Update: Postponed to 8:30, Last call will be at 9am HST.
*Update: Next call at 9am. This will be the final call for the day. Waves are big enough, but waiting for consistent sets.
*Update: Signs are saying no. The model is showing swell has peaked for today. Tomorrow looks bigger. Still know official call.
*OFFICIAL CALL: No go today.

* We’ll still be watching for the event in the weeks to come. Aloha Eddie!

You can also watch Live Eddie Updates online.

Waimea Bay Cam

Candy Land Studio will once again be featuring The Channeled Art of Nathaniel Bart in the End of Days: Part II show on Saturday, January 8th from 7-10pm. The Candy Land Studio is located on Luhia Street in Old Industrial, across the street from My Bar.

I had the pleasure of seeing the End Of Days: Part 1 show a few weeks ago, and absolutely loved the work. I’m excited to see the new show.

If there was ever a film festival design specifically for me then the Waimea Ocean Film Festival is it. The festival begins Jan. 6 in Waimea, and will continue until the Jan. 9th. The following week the festival will move to the Four Seasons Hualalai, and continue from Jan. 13-16th.

The film festival features films related to various aspects of the ocean. The films deal with the ocean environment, surfing, the impact of the ocean on cultures, and capturing the beauty & power of the ocean. Forums are held to discuss the films, and related topics. It’s sure to be a beautiful film festival.

A highlight for me will be the Clark Little film , The Shorebreak Art of Clark Little, which will be shown on Friday at the Kahilu Theatre at 6:30pm.

For more details & to purchase tickets visit : www.waimeaoceanfilm.org

B.J. Penn Knocks out Matt Hughes during the first round of their UFC 123 fight. A few quick punches were thrown early in the round, but quickly went to the mat.

Congratulations to BJ Penn on his win.

Kahala Gas Ocean View presents the Pohue Plaza Fun Festival in Ocean View, Hawaii on Saturday November 13th from 10-5pm. There will be live entertainment, concessions, raffle giveaways, bouncers, and keiki games and activities. Come out to Pohue Plaza for some family fun.