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Big Island’s Weekend: It’s Pink, Toxic and Yet Peaceful
Think pink, toxic and peaceful can fit into a single weekend? It can. Read on to find out how.
Find Your Peace at Moku ‘Ola
This Saturday, October 6, at 10 a.m., Moku ‘Ola, otherwise known as Coconut Island, will be the site of live music, games, entertainment, demonstrations, food booths, crafts, shopping and more.
UHH Arts Season: It Begins With Latin Jazz
No need to pine for great music and impressive staging. On Thursday at 7:30 p.m., the University of Hawai’i at Hilo’s Performing Arts Center opens its season with sizzling Latin Jazz.
Big Island’s Weekend: Breadfruit, Ho’olaulea, Tiger Birthday
Before we jettison September and slide headlong into the season of ghouls, overeating and gift giving, savor this last weekend of calm before the frenzy.
Magical Moon Viewing at ‘Imiloa
Witness and wonder at the magic of the moons on September 28, at the ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. and ends at 8:30 p.m.
Peace Matters
An International Day of Peace takes an island style vibe with reflection, awareness and mindful action coinciding with Taiko drums, local foods, crafts and Bon Dance.
Taste of the Hawaiian Range
Be sated on succulent pork, lamb, wild boar, goat, mutton and grass-fed beef at the 17th Annual Taste of the Hawaiian Range on September 21 at 6 p.m., at the Hilton Waikoloa Village.
It’s Raining, It’s Fair Time
From Thursday September 13 to Sunday September 16, approximately 35,000 people will take part in the games, rides, entertainment and food at the fairgrounds located at the Hilo Civic Fairgrounds.
Sweet Strains: Improv Cellist in Concert
Improvisational cellist Rushad Eggleston will be in concert at three different venues on the Big Island this week.
Big Island’s Weekend: Queen’s Day, Food and FUN-draising
Get ready to enjoy another weekend of choice fun and entertainment with a queenly celebration, poke and falsetto contest and run/walk.
The 16th Annual Taste of Hawai’i
Three days of fundraising for cancer research includes a delicious foodie event and silent auction on Friday, a golf tournament, tennis competition and a run/walk.
Delicious Competitions with Fish and Falsetto
On Saturday, Hawaii’s favorite pupu and fish dish is the main event as amateurs and chefs battle for best poke. Later in the day, falsetto performers battle to be the best.
Big Island’s Weekend: Labor Day Play
Labor Day’s long weekend is a luxury to some. This weekend, enjoy a rodeo, take in a country fair, laugh with the local ladies, and listen to some musicians pluck sweetness from slack key guitars.
A Passion for Paddling
This Labor Day weekend, the world’s largest long distance outrigger canoe paddling competition takes place along the Kona Coast.
Taste of the Hawaiian Range Less Than a Month Away
This is the last week to enter to win free tickets to a cooking demo with Four Seasons Executive Chef James Babian during next month’s Taste of the Hawaii Range.
20th Annual Slack Key Festival Sunday in Kona
The festival will be held from noon to 6 p.m. at the Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort and Spa in tribute to Gabby “Pops” Pahinui.
Big Island’s Weekend: Bikers, Music and More
There’s more than enough fun to be had this weekend. Check out the options below for some diversity and spice in your weekend plans.
The Cook Voyages
At the Lyman Museum on Friday August 20, local historian Boyd Bond will discuss the life and career of Captain James Cook. The talk begins at 7 p.m. and will go through 8:30 p.m.
Weekend Roundup: Men’s Glee, Mai Tai’s, and More
Relax and enjoy your weekend with song, libation and, if you’re not a runner, displays of masochism with the options below.
Puna Men’s Chorus: Flashback
At 7 p.m. on Friday August 17, at the Palace Theater in Hilo, the Puna Men’s Chorus will delight the audience with four years worth of handpicked choral material to excite giggles, smiles and wonderment.
