Entertainment
Hawaii Public Radio To Air Kahilu Theatre Show
The concert showcasing Hawaii Island Artists will be recorded for broadcast by Hawaii Public Radio.
Mavis Staples Opens UH-Hilo Arts Center Season
Audiences will have a varied and diverse season of performances for 2014-15.
Live Mural Highlights ‘Our Night Out’ In Kona
Ono Kona’s media partner, Pacific Media Group, will bring the KAPA radio station-sponsored stage and host a live radio remote broadcast on KAPA Radio.
Family Fun Day Launches Kahilu Theatre Season
The “main event” is the launch of the Theatre’s 2014-2015 Season, which will be released for public sale on that day.
REVIEW: Takenoko Sushi – Better Get in Line…
World-class ingredients plus an old-guard sushi chef = Raw bliss.
Bieni 5K Fun Run Funds HPA Scholarships
The top fundraiser will receive the grand prize of a two-night stay at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel.
REVIEW: Hilo Hawaiian – What the Heck Happened?
Poor food quality and a dash of dishonesty make for a tough sell, despite stunning views and friendly service.
Tommy Dorsey Orchestra To Swing Waikoloa
In Big Band history, the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra is recognized as one of the best all-around dance bands.
Famed Kona Billfish Tournament Opens Sunday
The prestigious big game fishing tournament, built on its adherence to strict International Game Fish Association rules for world records, starts fishing Monday, July 28.
Super Horse Challenge Comes To Kamuela
A Super Horse can do things over and above the every day challenge, marching in a parade one day and working cows the next.
Songwriting Retreat For Beginners at HVNP
Hawaiian music, language and haku mele experts Kenneth Makuakāne and Kaliko Trapp-Beamer will lead the songwriting retreat at the summit of Kīlauea in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park on Aug. 16 and 17.
Robotic Space Mining’s ‘World Cup’ Here Next Week
A public exhibition of the mars exploration robots that will be competing in PRISM 2014 will take place Monday, July 21, 10 to 2 p.m.,
at Hilo Bayfront Park (side towards Suisan).
Shed Light On Growing Mushrooms In Hawaii
The workshop will discuss ways mushrooms grow and teach the health benefits of edible and medicinal fungi in Hawaii.
National Parks Celebrate Hawaiian Flag Day
July 31 was proclaimed Hawaiian Flag Day in 1990 by then-Gov. John Waihee.
Hawaii’s Woodshow Brings Binh Pho To Big Island
Binh Pho is known for his expansive approach to woodwork including painting, a unique exploration of positive/negative space and a highly personal iconography that relates to Asian culture and the natural world.
‘Symphony Of Orchids’ Largest Show In Hawai`i
The Hilo Orchid Society show features thousands of orchid displays, including exotic species and hybrids not typically found at major retail and grocery stores.
REVIEW: What’s Shakin’ Smoothies – ‘OMGs’ Made Fresh
Haunted by the “ghost of bad smoothies past”? What’s Shakin’s farm-fresh fruits will exorcise your demons.
Orchid Show Party Benefits Mediation Center
The preview party on July 31 will have new hybrids and exotic species available before the show opens to the public.
Full Results Released for Hawaii State BBQ Championships
Oahu resident and Air Force Vet. Matt King edges out the Big Island’s John Penner to claim the top trophy.
REVIEW: Hilo Bay Cafe – New Location, Menu and Staff
Hilo Bay Cafe had more than a facelift. Staff and menu changes abound. If you’re a foodie, (and you know who you are), you’ll notice that your cohorts are eating elsewhere.
