Entertainment
Calling all Quilters: VAC Quilt Show
“Quilts in the Forest, Quilts in the Park” is the theme of the 2016 show, in dedication to the centennial celebration of Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park and the National Park Service.
Aloha Performing Arts Company Restarts Class Season
Three classes will begin in April and run through May.
AIA to Host Free Film Viewings During Architecture Month
The 2016 presentations includes a double feature of Alejandro Aravena’s “The Power of Synthesis” and Olmsted and America’s “Urban Park.”
Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Sets Theme, Date
A theme has been decided upon for the 2016 Kona Coffee Cultural Festival.
Fermentation Workshop at VAC
The 12 p.m. workshop will be led by Jasmine Silverstein of HeartBeet Catering.
Localicious Hawai’i Supporting School Gardens Through Local Food
Fifteen Big Island restaurants and a total of 149 across the state are participating in the campaign to provide agricultural knowledge to the classroom.
‘Imiloa to Host Cultural Enrichment Programs in Conjunction with Merrie Monarch
Three programs will be held between March 30 and April 1.
Merriman’s Expands Culinary Scholarship Offering
The Merriman’s Culinary Scholarship is expanding for the 2016-2017 school year to include Maui and Kauai applicants, in addition to those on the Big Island.
Big Island Woodturners 18th Annual Exhibition
Amazing craftsmanship and demonstrations can be found at the 18th Annual Big Island Woodturners Exhibition.
Hilo ‘Easter at the Plaza’
The free holiday event is for children ages 17 and under and will be held at the Prince Kuhio Plaza in Hilo.
Hilo Hula Tuesdays: A Weekly Cultural Adventure
Hilo Hula Tuesdays is a free event that is open to the public.
Eating Flippin’ Great Omelets at Hawai’i CC’s Hiroshima Okonomiyaki Festival
Fun activities, entertainment, and delicious omelets were featured at a Hawai’i Community College Fundraiser.
HVNP to Screen Free ‘Sister Park’ Films
The films will be shown for free to raise awareness of other national parks in the state and throughout the Pacific Islands.
Kona Commons Annual St. Pet-Tricks Day
St. Pet-Tricks Day events include a pet food drive, a pet trick contest, pet training and grooming demos, pet kissing, photos with your pet, a pet hydration and snack station, and the chance to win a $500 pet spa treatment.
The Rough Riders to Perform in Honoka’a March 19
Internationally acclaimed Hawaiian music icons Henry Kapono, John Cruz, and Brother Noland make up The Rough Riders. Although independent and successful solo, the trio blends their expertise and success to form the ultimate Hawaiian music band.
Lyman Museum to Host Historical Talk on King Kamehameha IV
King Kamehameha IV, Alexander Liholiho, and Queen Emma ruled for less than a decade in the 1855-1863.
Kona Brewing to Break Ground on New Facility Friday
Kona Brewing Co. is ready to break ground on its new location.
IHOP Hawai’i Holds Grand Opening for Kailua-Kona Location
IHOP Hawai’i has officially opened its doors for pancake lovers in West Hawai’i.
Kailua-Kona Library Celebrates Teen Tech Week
Teen Tech Week 2016 events run from Tuesday, March 8 through Saturday, March 19.
