Entertainment
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park Featuring Featherwork Art Exhibit
Artist-in-residence’s master featherwork replicating ancient Hawaiian tradition will be featured at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park now through May 16.
High Tea & Chat at ‘Imiloa
‘Imiloa Astronomy Center will host a High Tea & Chat on May 10 at 11:30 a.m.
Social Media Club Hawai’i Plans First Big Island ‘InstaMeet’
An “InstaMeet,” hosted by Social Media Club Hawai’i, is planned for May 4.
RECIPE: Linguine with Manila Clams, Pancetta, and Hot Peppers
The smoky taste of pancetta bacon with the spiciness of the red hot peppers is a perfect complement to the tender sweet clams.
Palace Theater Presents Nā Hulu Kūpuna
The Palace Theater will be presenting the “real music of Hawai`i” on May 2 and 3 with Nā Hulu Kūpuna.
What’s Shakin’ Near Onomea Bay
What’s Shakin’ near Onomea Bay serves up healthy eats, blended treats, and plenty of local charm.
HAASome Family Day to Benefit Students
Hawai’i Academy of Arts & Science will hold a day long event on May 16, including a “HAASome Run” and a “HAASome Family Day,” benefiting the students of HAAS.
Free Comic Book Day at Public Libraries
Three Big Island public l ibraries will participate in the worldwide annual Free Comic Book Day.
Honoka‘a Western Week Rides Into Town May 17
Honoka‘a Western Week will ride into town May 17 – 25, featuring music, films, food, contests, rodeo, and more.
Paradise Roller Girls Prepare to take on the Hulagans
The Paradise Roller Girls Hawaiian HoneyBadgers will face Oahu’s Pacific Roller Derby Hulagans on May 16.
UH-Hilo Screening of ‘The Hunting Ground’
The University of Hawai’i at Hilo will present a screening of “The Hunting Ground,” a documentary rooted in the indictment of rape culture on college campuses.
Puna Music Festival Offers Live Music and Workshops
The fifth-annual Puna Music Festival will bring live concerts, music workshops, and dancing to the Puna area in support of Hawaiian cultural programs.
Food and Fashion Event to Benefit Local Non-Profit
A fashion show and gourmet food event will be held at The Shops at Mauna Lani on May 3 to benefit Arc of Kona.
May Day Brunch on Kamakahonu Bay
Celebrate May Day as Lei Day in Hawai‘i with a brunch and entertainment by LT Smooth and Amy Hanaialii Gilliom in an oceanfront setting.
RECIPE: Macadamia Nut Pie
A delicious Macadamia Nut Pie is great for a special occasion or an everyday treat.
SEAHORSES Feature Film Showing at BIFF
Award-winning feature film will show at Big Island Film Festival during Memorial Day Weekend.
Robert Cazimero Continues May Day Tradition
Robert Cazimero will perform at the Kahilu Theatre on May 9 in celebration of May Day.
Top Songwriters Headed to Hawai’i
On June 11, 12, and 13, the Hawai’i Songwriting Festival will take place at the Hapuna Prince Beach Hotel.
‘Great Leaps’ Returns May 2
University of Hawai’i at Hilo and Hawai’i Community College dance students will present the department’s annual end of the semester dance extravaganza, “Great Leaps.”
‘A Standing Still’ Among BIFF Selections
Scott Ballard’s “A Standing Still” is one of 50 Big Island Film Festival selections to be screened next month.
