Entertainment
Joni Morris Valentine’s Concert at the Kahilu Theatre
Joni Morris will take the stage on Valentine’s Day in her first Hawai’i appearance, a tribute concert to Patsy Cline.
‘Project Kōkua’ Culinary Event to Support Lava Relief
After a successful fundraising event on Maui to aid in relief efforts on the Big Island following Tropical Storm Iselle, Chef Lyndon Honda is at it again.
Hawai’iCon Cosmic Cosplay Ball
The Hawai’iCon Cosmic Cosplay Ball will take place on Feb. 13 at the Hilo High School Auditorium.
Family-Owned & Family-Friendly – Splasher’s Grill in Kona
Splasher’s Grill offers great food, great vibes, great music, great price points, and one of the most breathtaking views of Kailua-Kona Bay.
HVO Book Describes 100 Years of Volcano Observation
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory’s “Characteristics of Hawaiian Volcanoes” is currently available online.
HPL Mask-Making Workshop
The Hilo Public Library will host a “Mask-Making Workshop” with veteran of fine arts Lee Michael Walczuk on Feb. 28 and March 7.
HPA’s Ka Makani Players Present “Lost in Yonkers”
Hawai’i Preparatory Academy’s Ka Makani Players will present “Lost in Yonkers” Feb. 26 through Feb. 28 at the Gates Performing Arts Center.
Chillingworth Tribute Concert Featuring Makana
The Kahilu Theatre will present a Tribute concert for Sonny Chillingworth featuring Makana on Jan. 30 and Jan. 31.
Queens’ MarketPlace Asian Fest
On Feb. 6, the Queens’ MarketPlace will hold Asian Fest, a public celebration to kick off the Year of the Sheep.
Wayfinding Talk: Voice from the Wa’a
A wayfinding talk, Voice from the Wa’a, will be held Friday at the ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center. Keala Kahuanui will discuss her duties aboard the Hōkūle’a.
‘Dance 40/22’ Exhibit Presented at UH-Hilo
An exhibit, titled “Dance 40/22: The Legacy Continues,” is on display at UH-Hilo, celebrating the dance programs at UH-HIlo and Hawai’i CC.
Jackie Rey’s Ohana Grill – All Occasions Big Island Dining
Jackie Rey’s Oahana Grill offers a competitively priced menu full of locally sourced foods with a diverse Pacific Rim/Continental style.
Kalaupapa Exhibit Featured at Parker Ranch
Parker Ranch Headquarters will host a historical exhibit highlighting the strong relationship between the Royal Family of Hawai’i and the people of Kalaupapa.
Third Annual ‘Culinary Under the Stars’ Event to Benefit Hawai’i CC
The annual Culinary Arts Under the Stars event will benefit the Equip the Kitchens program for the new Hawai’i Community College-Palamanui culinary building.
HSPLS Offering StarWalk Kids Media Collection eBooks
Patrons of the Hawai’i State Public Library System now have access to more than 500 eBook titles from the StarWalk Kids Media Collection.
Da Poke Shack – Best Place To Eat in America
Da Poke Shack received national attention in 2014 after being named Yelp.com’s “#1 Best Place to Eat in America.”
Kona Brewing Co. Celebrates 21st Birthday
In celebration of its 21st birthday, Kona Brewing Co. will launch a new island-only beer series. The official launch will be celebrated on Jan. 24 with a concert by “The Green” and “Gomega”.
Maori Singer Maisey Rika to Perform in Waimea
Maisey Rika, alongside her brother JJ Rika and Waimea’s Hawane Rios, will take the stage at the Kahilu Theatre on Friday, Jan. 16.
Big Island’s Best Surf & Turf – Kamuela Provision Company
Kamuela Provision Company located at the Hilton Waikoloa offers all the best in Big Island oceanfront dining.
Barela Gallery Will Feature Puakō Artist Christian Enns
Christian Enns of Puakō says that his new series, “ENNS Paints Dream-Scapes of Hawai’I,” has influences from art in the 1930’s. It also draws on past work done by Manookian and Savage.”
