Entertainment
It’s the Fourth of July, on Hump-day
There’s something anti-climactic to having Fourth of July celebrations fall on the usual tepidity of midweek misery. Still, with the following options thrown your way, even a hump-day holiday can brighten and lighten that long haul to Friday.
Weekend Round-Up: Culture, Music, Cars, Celebration and Dance
Planning for a fun-filled weekend is only a glance away, take a look below, gather up the family and friends and don’t forget the camera.
HCC Taking Hula to Smithsonian Festival
A contingent of 25 dancers from the Big Island will perform twice daily during the two-week celebration of folklife in Washington DC.
Obon Season: To Honor and Remember
This week Saturday June 30, the Honomu Hongwanji Mission will host the evening service at 6 p.m. and Obon dance from 7 p.m.
Brittni’s New CD
The Banyan Drive Café will feature the ‘ukulele musicianship of Brittni Paiva on June 23 at 7:30 p.m. Her newest CD release, “Tell U What,” is a production months in the making. The official CD release is July 10, but lucky locals will get a pre-release treat.
Weekend Roundup: Laughter, Music and Athleticism
Take in the laughs, enjoy the music, or play cheerleader at a Kona marathon. Whatever the desire, it is your time. Monday and all its responsibilities will be here soon enough.
He Who Gets the Laughs
Tickets are on sale now for a one-night only performance by one of Hawaii’s Ali’i of comedy. Augie T. will own the stage at Kanani’s in Kailua-Kona for this limited seating show.
Waiki‘i Music Festival 2012
On Sunday June 17, the second day of the Waiki’i Music fest will entertain locals and tourists with Hawaiian, Paniolo and Country music.
Weekend Roundup: For the Great Men
It’s not too late to plan a little fun for that special dad in your life. This Father’s Day weekend enjoy some song, ‘ono food and activities for the whole family.
Waiakea Grad Cooking Up a Storm on Television
Felix Fang, who grew up in Hilo, was singled out Tuesday as the best chef so far on the Fox Television show MasterChef.
Maui Born Musician Jeff Peterson in Concert
This Saturday, June 16, the artistry of multiple-Grammy Award and Na Hoku Hanohano Award winner Jeff Peterson will grace the Big Island in an intimate concert event at the Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus.
Cultural Festival July 14 at Hawaii Volcanoes
The popular event will feature demonstrations of hula kahiko, arts and crafts and contemporary Hawaiian music.
Everyone’s a Winner at the Big Island Chocolate Festival
From seed to plate there was a whole lot of chocolate to feast on at this year’s Big Island Chocolate Festival, held Friday, June 8th, at the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai.
Go Coconuts For the King
On Saturday June 9, King Kamehameha will be celebrated, remembered and revered at a festival in his honor. Kamehameha united the islands under one ruler and established laws to govern his people.
Mr. Chocolate to Host Wine and Chocolate Pairing
On Thursday June 7, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Chocolatier, Jacques Torres also known as Mr. Chocolate, will host a palate pleasing education in pairing wine with chocolate.
It is a Chocolate Infused Festival
On June 8, the Big Island Chocolate Festival will feature Mr. Chocolate himself, chocolate pioneer Jacques Torres, at the evening Gala.
Is It Music or Noise?
On May 31 to June 3, the Big Island Jazz Festival will heat up the Kohala area at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel and the Blue Dragon Restaurant in Kawaihae.
Memorial Day Weekend
This weekend enjoy the film fest, take in the tunes in Puna, support the keiki and art, or enjoy the diversity of culture that shapes this country this Memorial Day weekend.
Where the Stars Shine
The Big Island will become the playground for filmmakers and celebrities on May 24 through May 28 for the much anticipated 7th Annual Big Island Film Festival. This gathering of beautiful ideas and people will take place at the Fairmont Orchid on the Kohala Coast.
2nd Annual Puna Music Festival Begins This Weekend
Rock out on the rock for ten days straight at the Puna Music Festival from May 19 to May 28. Performers include Paula Fuga, Kuana Torres Kahele, Medicine for the People, Jane Lui, Kainani, Kahaunaele, Blue Star Octave and more.
