Community
Get your picture taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus for free
Mr. and Mrs. Kringle will be making an appearance this weekend at Kona Commons.
‘Home for the HiloDays’ returns with music, comedy, dancers and special guests
The holiday tradition returns for its third year this weekend at the historic Palace Theater in Downtown Hilo.
‘A Blue Collar Christmas’ brings holiday joy to foster children and victims of abuse
The children and their families enjoyed arts and crafts stations, a photo booth and prize drawings. The day ended with a surprise visit from Santa Claus carrying a bag full of presents.
‘Heroes and Helpers’ bring holiday joy — and gifts — to keiki in need
The organization’s annual shop with a cop event was its largest to date, with a total of 68 young children and teens from the Hilo area participating.
Stay informed with Hawaiʻi County’s new mobile app Kāhea
Hawaiʻi County has launched its official mobile application, Kāhea.
Holiday magic has arrived at the Kona Christmas House
Located in Pualani Estates in Kailua-Kona, the lights of the Kona Christmas House owned by the Long family can be seen from Queen Ka‘ahumanu Highway.
Public input sought on protection and future use of Pōhue Bay area
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park invites the community to participate in a public meeting regarding protection and potential future use of the remote 16,451-acre Kahuku-Pōhue parcel the park acquired earlier this year.
Kamuela Philharmonic conducting 12th annual Youth Concerto Competition
This season’s Madeline Schatz-Harris Youth Concerto Competition will be held virtually via recorded auditions, focusing on the winds, brass, percussion and piano families of instruments.
Four finalists announced for position of Hawaiʻi Police Chief
The only candidate who already works for the Hawai’i Police Department is Maj. Sherry Bird, a 24-year veteran.
‘Winter Wonderland’ comes to Kahilu Theatre
The Prince Dance Company presents “Winter Wonderland: Holidays Celebrations from Around the World” at Waimea’s Kahilu Theatre on Dec. 11 at 4 p.m.
Christmas Parade and Keiki Festival at Waikōloa Village on Dec. 10
The Christmas parade starts at 10 a.m. at Kamakoa Park (skatepark) and ends at the Waikōloa School.
Road closure into Hilo from Keaukaha scheduled later this week
DPW and Nan, Inc. will be closing the mauka-bound lane and opening the makai-bound lane into Hilo town from Keaukaha on Dec. 8, at 7 a.m. for striping of the roadway and shoulder maintenance.
Bananarama Bakery in Pāhoa to host anniversary, grand opening celebration
The celebration is Dec. 10-12 and will feature sales, discounts, giveaways and some surprises.
Food Basket has four more ‘Ohana Food Drops in December
The Food Basket, Hawaii Island’s food bank, will be holding four ʻOhana Food Drop distributions this month to help alleviate low food security during the holiday season.
Hawai’i Care Choices to host free Season of Light celebration
Hawaiian Santa and one of his elves will make a special appearance during this year’s Season of Light celebration hosted by Hawai‘i Care Choices.
‘Ohana Fuels donates $6,400 to Hawai‘i County Economic Opportunity Council
The Hawai‘i County Economic Opportunity Council was selected by ‘Ohana Fuels as its “Fuel up. Do good.” beneficiary for the months of July through September 2022.
Calling all Hawai‘i students: Entries sought for ‘We (Heart) Veterans’ pin design challenge
Students will flex their design and engineering skills by creating a digital 3-D model of a wearable pin that celebrates their unique appreciation for veterans.
Public invited to experience a World of Magic at Hilo’s historic Palace Theater
The free performance will feature magician Alexander the Amazing, contortionist Artemis and young music talents from Puna Taiko.
Waimea Christmas Twilight Parade to have new, longer route
The 62nd annual installment of the procession is this Saturday.
Action 4 Animals to host Howling Meowing Holidays adoption event
The adoption event will give people an opportunity to meet some wonderful cats and dogs that are longing for their forever homes.
