County Councilwoman Brenda Ford discusses the acquisition of Banyan's Beach during today's meeting. Photo by Dave Smith.

Banyan’s Purchase OK’d, But May Take Awhile April 4th, 2012 · No Comments · Featured Articles, News

The Hawaii County Council has authorized the county to begin negotiations to acquire land fronting a popular Kona surf spot, but the purchase must wait.

Popular surfing spot Banyan's Beach is seen in this image from the 2011 report by the county's Public Access, Open Space, and Natural Resources Preservation Commission.

County to Buy Popular Kona Surfing Beach April 2nd, 2012 · 1 Comment · Featured Articles, News

The county wants to purchase a small section of Kona shoreline that is home to one of the area’s most popular surfing spots.

Events For Monday 05/20/2013

The Garden Within
@ Volcano Art Center, Niaulani Campus
An exhibition of contemporary multimedia by Phan Barker. Abstract fiber sculptures and paintings made of silk, thread and wood capture the beauty of the island while tending to the soul. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Yoga in Volcano
@ Volcano Art Center, Niaulani Campus
On Monday morning (7:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.) and Tuesday, Thursday evening classes (5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.) available for $10 or $5 for VAC members.

Nature Walk in Volcano
@ Volcano Art Center, Niaulani Campus
This one-hour nature walk travels through a lush portion of an old-growth Hawaiian rain forest on an easy, 1/7-mile loop trail. Offered every Monday at 9:30 a.m.

Walking Club
@ Sangha Hall
Get fit with this 3-days a week walking club. Meet at Sangha Hall each Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6:30 a.m.

Chocolate and Coffee Tasting
@ Queens' Marketplace
At Keoki's Donkey Balls enjoy a tasting of chocolate and coffee at 9:30 a.m.

View All Events