Entertainment
HVNP: New Artist-in-Residence Arrives in December
Dr. Jean-René Leblanc will present a bold new perspective on Hawai’i beauty as he spends the month of December at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park as artist-in-residence.
APAC to Host Auditions for ‘South Pacific’
The Aloha Performing Arts Company will host open auditions for various roles on Monday, Dec. 14 and Tuesday, Dec. 15 at 6 p.m. at Aloha Theatre in Kainaliu.
Hilo Gallery Owner, Photographer Earns National Recognition
Bruce Omori was recently nationally recognized by the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History for his lava photo, “Ribbons in the Sky.”
Kona Coffee Cupping Competition Winners
Aikane Kona Coffee and Arianna Farms Ono Kona Coffee were named Cupping Competition winners as part of the 45th Annual Kona Coffee Cultural Festival.
Zentangle…The Journey of a Tea Bag at VAC
Attendees will sip on tea and enjoy the art form of Zentangle with instructors Lois and Earl Strokes.
Greenwell Releases Second Varietal in Signature Series
The series honors four generations of Greenwell family heritage, and the latest brew is named after Greenwell Farms president Tom Greenwell’s sister, Elizabeth Greenwell.
RECIPE: Medley of Roasted Vegetables
Roasting vegetables in a very hot oven gives them a caramelized crunchy exterior that adds a depth of flavor while keeping the inside moist and tender.
13th Annual Waimea ‘Ukulele and Slack Key Guitar Festival
The 13th Annual Waimea ‘Ukulele and Slack Key Guitar Festival will kick off on Thursday, Nov. 19 and run through Sunday, Nov. 22 at Kahilu Theatre.
‘Imiloa Astronomy Center: Thanksgiving Tea Chat
On Saturday, Nov. 15, the monthly Tea Chat will introduce autumnal flush teas and suggest how they can be added to a Thanksgiving table. The event begins at 2 p.m.
Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Week-Long Events
The 45th Annual Kona Coffee Festival continues this week with events surrounding Kona’s historical and cultural coffee heritage.
Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Kickoff Weekend
The 45th Annual Kona Coffee Festival is just about ready to begin with a kickoff weekend, beginning Friday, Nov. 6.
Kona Brewing Launches Next Makana Series Brew
The Makani Wheat Ale is crafted with honey from bees that have pollinated the flowers of native Hawaiian koa trees, and is the first of its kind.
Niall de Búrca to Headline HSPLS Fall Programs
Between Nov. 6 and Nov. 9, Niall de Búrca will make his return to Hawai’i as he headlines the 2015 Hawai’i State Public Library System Fall Children’s and Teens Programs at three Big Island libraries.
November Hawaiian Cultural & After Dark in the Park Events
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park will continue with its Hawaiian Cultural and After Dark in the Park events during the month of November.
Classicial Southeast Asian, Indian Music at Hilo Library
Asian folk music pieces, alongside nuances and improvisation in Indian Classical Ragas, are in the lineup.
Alfiche Concert to Benefit Recovering HFD Firefighter
Kawaika Alfiche will donate proceeds from his Nov. 1 CD release concert to support Yurik Resetnikov and his family.
RECIPE: Manoa Lettuce Wraps
Manoa lettuce, or butter lettuce leaves are great choices for holding this delicious filling.
HIMC Hosts BBQ Event for MSU Presentation
The Big Island will soon have a Mobile Slaughter Unit. Following a four-year planning period, the MSU will arrive on the island on Nov. 2.
Wild Food Plants of Hawai’i Big Island Tour
Sunny Savage, author of Wild Food Plants of Hawai’i, will begin her inter-island book tour journey on the Big Island.
