Activities
IRONMAN to Hold Half-Distance Qualifying Race for October Triathlon This Weekend
The IRONMAN World Championship will be conducting a half-distance qualifying race this weekend for athletes vying to compete in the 2022 triathlon in October.
38th Annual Hawaiʻi Kūpuna Hula Festival Canceled
The 38th Annual Hawaiʻi Kūpuna Hula Festival has been canceled due to a lack of hālau being able to participate.
Waimea Library to Host Free Online Event Featuring Director of HPA Sea Turtle Research Program
Thelma Parker Memorial Public and School Library in Waimea invites everyone to discover “Oceans of Possibilities” with an upcoming online event as part of the Hawai‘i State Public Library System’s 2022 Summer Reading Challenge.
Dive In to an ‘Ocean of Possibilities’ This Summer
The Hawaiʻi State Public Library System invites everyone to dive in to an “Ocean of Possibilities” through its 2022 Summer Reading Challenge.
Giddyup!: Mosey on Yonder to Honoka‘a For Western Week Festivities
Tug on those boots, slap on some spurs and giddyup on yonder to Honoka‘a this week. Western Week is here, and there’s no pussyfooting around it — there’s a galloping good time to be had.
Pu‘uhonua O Hōnaunau National Historical Park Accepting Applications For Summer Youth Program
Big Island youth have an opportunity this summer to work at a West Hawai‘i national park.
Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa to Host Free ‘Manta Talks’ Event
A Kona resort is partnering with a research organization to help protect a gentle ocean giant and is hosting an upcoming event for guests and anyone who wants to learn more.
Queen’s North Hawai‘i Community Hospital Offers New Summer Volunteer Program For Students
Big Island high school and college students have a new opportunity to help out at Queen’s North Hawai‘i Community Hospital in Waimea.
Registration Now Open For 21st Annual Native Hawaiian Convention
Registration is now open for the the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement’s 21st annual Native Hawaiian Convention.
Project Hōkūlani Offers Free College Prep For High School Students
High school students have an opportunity to build their skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics while getting some help preparing for college through a program offered by the University of Hawai’i.
Have Coffee With a Cop This Week in Hilo
The Hawaiʻi Police Department is again giving island residents the chance to chat with officers over a cup of hot coffee.
AstroDay Gives Community Chance to Geek Out About Astronomy, Science
A future astronaut, one burgeoning paleontologist and hundreds of others of all ages and sizes came to space out Saturday, May 14, at Prince Kūhiō Plaza in Hilo for AstroDay.
Competition Seeks Young Women Filmmakers Interested in Climate Change, Coastal Resilience
Young women filmmakers in Hawai‘i with an interest in climate change and coastal resilience are invited to submit short films as part of a statewide contest.
‘Bake Squad’ Star Headlines 2022 Big Island Chocolate Festival Gala
The star of a Netflix TV series is headlining the 2022 Big Island Chocolate Festival Gala with a special treat that’s all about the textures.
Celebration of Life Lantern Floating Event Returns to Reeds Bay
The Celebration of Life Lantern Floating Event returns after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Public Libraries Offer Self-Paced Online Music Lessons From Master Musicians
Want to learn how to play an instrument? Want to learn from a professional who mastered their art? Then look no farther than your public library.
Get Ready For a Trip to the Cosmos During AstroDay 2022
One of the Big Island astronomy sector’s signature events is set to blast off and everyone is invited.
Public Libraries Celebrate Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Readers of all ages are invited to join the state’s public libraries in celebrating Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
Public Libraries to Participate in Free Comic Book Day
Put on your cape, shine your green lantern, don your superhero or anime cosplay or just go in your everyday clothes. Whatever you do, don’t miss your chance to pick up a free comic book this weekend at your local library.
