Entertainment
VAC: May Day is Lei Day in Hawai’i
The Volcano Art Center will celebrate the holiday with a May Day program on Sunday, May 1.
‘In Dis Life,’ a Tribute to Bruddah Iz at Kahilu Theatre
The May Day weekend “In Dis Life” performances will take place at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 30 and at 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 1.
Top Hollywood Stars to Appear at 11th Annual BIFF
The Big Island Film Festival runs from May 26 through May 30 and features a celebration of independent narrative films and filmmaking.
Motown Hits to Rock the Big Island in Benefit Concerts
Two Motown performances featuring Broadway stars from “Motown: The Musical” will take place in West Hawai’i.
Lyman Museum to Host Talk with Dr. Patrick Vinton Kirch
During the presentation, Dr. Kirch will share some of the stories of his memoir and discuss how the past has changed over the decades, how archaeological methods have advanced, and how how knowledge on Polynesian past has developed.
New Food & Beverage Leadership Team at Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel
Peter Abarcar Jr. will oversee the culinary department in a lead role as the director of culinary and beverage operations.
The Food Basket to Host ‘Blue Hawai’i’ Fundraiser Event
The event begins at 6 p.m. and will raise funds for those who are hungry on the Big Island.
Ka’u Coffee Festival’s Brewed-Up Schedule
The 10-day festival will showcase award-winning coffee coming out of the southern Big Island town and also include a wide range of activities for coffee lovers young and old.
Hawai’i Songwriting Festival Gathers Top Industry Writers
The three-day festival will kick off on June 16 and include two concerts open to the community.
Nickelodeon’s ‘Paradise Run’ Looking for Contestants
Teams of two children between the ages of 11-14 are invited to apply for the chance to be on Nickelodeon’s “Paradise Run.”
Word Poet and Author Shane Koyczan to Perform at Kahilu Theatre
Koyczan, known for his award-winning spoken performances, will use rhythmic verses to convey messages through his art form, taking audiences through a journey with word use.
UH-Hilo, Hawai’i CC Spring 2016 Great Leaps Dance Concert
Two shows will take place, a $3 preview show on Friday, April 29 at 7:30 p.m. and the performance show on Saturday, April 30 at 7:30 p.m
Kenny Endo to Perform for 40th Anniversary in Hilo
The 6 p.m. performance will showcase Endo’s 40 years of taiko drumming.
Anderson Named to IHOP Hawai’i Big Island District Manager Post
Adrienne Anderson was most recently in charge of training as training manager with IHOP in the Phoenix, Ariz. metro area.
Sweet Coronation for Hawaiian Crown Plantation
Locally-grown and locally-made treats, plus food fit for royalty at Hawaiian Crown Plantation and Chocolate Factory on Kilauea Avenue.
UH-Hilo Jazz Orchestra to Present ‘The Return of the Blues Brothers’
The University of Hawai’i at Hilo’s Jazz Orchestra will present its bi-annual concert over two days in May, featuring “The Return of the Blues Brothers” in their tribute concert.
‘Wonderful Watercolors’ Workshops to Begin at VAC
Adams, known for her popular watercolor workshops, will guide participants in the art medium of watercolor with exercises to help expand each artist’s potential.
Prince Dance Institute Celebrates a Decade of Dance in ‘Deca:Dance’
PDI was founded in 2006 by Angel Prince with the goal to teach a wide range of dance and movement classes. The institute began with just two students and has since grown to over 100 students of all ages.
Hawai’i CC, UH-Hilo Celebrate Earth Day with 28th Annual Event
Each year, the campuses collaborate to create the free public event in coordination with the 4th Annual Conservation Career Day.
