The Sony Open in Hawaii is a Friends of Hawaii Charities event, that is the first full field event of the 2009 PGA TOUR. It takes place on the island of Oahu at the Waialae Country Club. Past champions include Vijay Singh, Ernie Els and Jerry Kelly. The event raises money for local Hawaiian charities. Since 1999, over $5 million has been raised. For more information please call 808-523-7888. Address:     Waialae Country Club, 4997 Kahala Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816, Beginning Date:     01/15/2009 Ending Date:     01/18/2009