Entertainment
UH-Hilo International Nights 2016
The performances are part of the UH-Hilo International Student Association and will run on Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m.
Big Island Juice Company: It’s All the Buzz
A young couple leaves the Big Apple to make juices and delicious food in a Hawai’i-themed restaurant.
Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Calls for Art Entries
Local artists are invited to submit original Kona coffee art, featuring the theme “Brewed From Tradition,” and encompassing Kona’s coffee heritage.
Pana’ewa Hosts Presidents’ Day Weekend Rodeo Tradition
The Hawai’i Horse Owners – Pana’ewa Stampede Rodeo, which is held during Presidents’ Day Weekend every year, is a family event that spreads the spirit of aloha and the country lifestyle on the Big Island.
Kaloko-Honokōhau NHP to Honor Close of Makahiki Season
The event will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and begin with Hawaiian protocol to honor and appreciate the Makahiki season.
Ke Kula ʻo ʻEhunuikaimalino Students Perform in Washington D.C.
The students performed a hula written by Keala Ching and co-choreographed by Kukamaehumakakoaokalani Inaba.
Three Big Island Libraries to Present ‘The Tiny Tree’
Created by Annie Cusick Wood and presented by the Honolulu Theatre for Youth, “The Tiny Tree” explores what tiny trees and tiny children have in common.
Yelp’s Top 100 Places to Eat in 2016 Includes Two Big Island Restaurants
Da Poke Shack and Umeke’s, both in Kailua-Kona, were included at spot number 15 and 89, respectively.
RECIPE: Beet Pesto with Spaghetti
Beautifully rose hued and with the sublime flavor of macadamia nuts, fresh ginger, spicy garlic and parmesan cheese all whirled together with with tender beets – then tossed with hot pasta.
Opposing Forces Slated for Two Big Island Performances
On Tuesday, Feb. 9 the performance will take place on the University of Hawai’i at Hilo Performing Arts Center stage, and on Saturday, Feb. 13 at Kahilu Theatre.
2016 Big Island Chocolate Festival to Salute HVNP
The fifth annual Big Island Chocolate Festival will take place May 13-14 at the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel.
Portuguese Day in the Park Highlights Dreams for Future Home
Live music from the Hawai’i County Band, Portuguese Bean Soup and bread, and language demonstrations highlight the activities at Sunday’s event.
‘Imiloa Astronomy Center 10th Anniversary Celebration
‘Imiloa Astronomy Center is on the brink of celebrating its decade-long anniversary.
Waipi’o Cookhouse: Pioneers in Sustainable Farming
Farm-to-table and food sustainability on the Hamakua Coast.
APAC to Present ‘South Pacific’
“South Pacific” features music composed by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, and book by Hammerstein and Joshua Logan.
Company Launches Deep Ocean Drinking Water Sourced Off Kona
Kona Deep comes from melted glacial water, which sunk to the ocean floor more than 1,000 years ago.
Feng Shui Best-Selling Author to Present at Public Libraries
Clear Englebert will present the basic concepts of feng shui and discuss how to decorate the wealth and relationship corners of the home and suggest fixes for common problem situations.
RECIPE: Kumquat Crumble Coffee Cake
Slice the kumquats thin and top the cake with a butter, cinnamon and brown sugar crumble, which makes for a marmalade-like delight.
OpenTable Names Big Island Restaurant to ‘Most Romantic’ List
As Valentine’s Day peaks around the corner, restaurant website OpenTable has conducted a survey of the 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in American for 2016.
HPA Ka Makani Players to Present ‘Bloody Murder’
The players will perform the show on the stage of the Gates Performing Arts Center from Feb. 25 through Feb. 27, beginning at 7 p.m. nightly.
