Entertainment
REVIEW: Norio’s Might Just Blow Your Mind
Great sushi? Yep. But the best stuff here isn’t on the menu.
Waimea Cowboy Soul, John Cruz and Ohana
The 2005 Grammy award-winner will play just one night of music inspired by Motown, Country, and Hawaii.
“Black Holes: Monsters Of The Universe”
‘Imiloa Astronomy Center’s next Maunakea Skies Talk will bring the planetarium audience to the edge of darkness.
‘Grilled and Chilled’ Features Nikki Martin
The winning chef will receive bragging rights and a commemorative kiawe wood plaque carved from a tree harvested in the Coast Grille garden.
UH Hilo Holiday Lava Run/Walk is Dec. 6
Created by the UH Hilo Alumni & Friends Association in partnership with the UH Hilo Student Athlete Advisory Council, the event aims to bring students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members together.
Mealani’s Taste of the Hawaiian Range September 26
Get ready for a tongue-to-tail tasting extravaganza, courtesy of Big Island ranchers and chefs.
Kohala Center Plans Book Talks, Nature Walks
The Kohala Center is hosting a series of provocative Book Talks this fall and Nature Walks through some of Hawai‘i Island’s most breathtaking native forests next spring.
Bento Battle: Hilo Lunch Shop vs. Kawamoto Store
Korean Chicken, Ono Tempura, Cone Sushi… who has the best “Okazuya?”
Puna Culinary Fest Eyes Green, Healthy Living
Those attending can experience meals prepared by top chefs, cooking classes, sustainable farm tours, market visits, thought-provoking workshops and other special events.
Hip Hop Artist Murs Performs in Hilo Thursday
Murs will be performing Thursday, Aug. 28 at the Hilo Town Tavern on 168 Keawe St.
Making Paper Called a ‘Recycler’s Dream’
Paper-making instructor Lisa Louise Adams will hold a Paper Making workshop 10 a.m.to 4 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 20, at the Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus.
Starbucks Debuts ‘La Boulange’ Pastries Island-Wide
Coffee giant’s pastry selections being replaced as part of the company’s buyout of a San Francisco bakery chain.
Festival in Liliuokalani Park Honors the Queen
The Festival celebrates the Queen’s Birthday and pays tribute to the historical significance of the Lili’uokalani Gardens.
Jake Shimabukuro Back at the Palace Theater
Shimabukuro’s solo performance at the Palace Theater sold out early last year and Saturday’s performance is expected to be a sell-out as well.
REVIEW: Kilauea Military Camp – Cold War Cuisine
Trendy? Not so much. But this unintentionally retro food experience might just win you over.
American Reggae Band SOJA Performs Friday in Hilo
Virginia-based reggae band SOJA will be performing in Hilo Friday, Aug. 22, along with guests performances by J Boog and Maui-born singer/songwriter Anuhea.
Fireworks Do-over At Day-long Family Fun Fest
Festivities will include children’s games, activities and entertainment culminating with fireworks set to blast off at 8 p.m.
Workshop On Making Art With Your Smartphone
With the use of applications and your own creative juices, the Smartphone becomes a powerful imaging tool — not just a camera.
Conscious Culture Cafe Now Booching on Kalakaua Avenue
“Big Island Booch” expands, debuts breakfast and lunch menus.
