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Top 20 things to do on the Big Island Aug. 17-23: Benefit concerts to help Maui wildfire relief efforts, ‘Bladrunner’ at the Palace, Tanabata Japanese Star Festival and more

From benefit concerts to help Maui wildfire relief and recovery efforts, live music and old movies to a celebration of the Hawaiian honeycreeper, the Tanabata Japanese Star Festival and more, there's plenty of events happening on the Big Island this week. Here's your Top 20 events on the Big Island this week. Read On Chevron Forward

Barefoot Gardener, Part 1: Bug Off!

This is the first of a three-part series.

Barefoot Gardener: Grow a Tea Garden

It’s easy and fun to have fresh, garden-grown herbal tea.

Upcoming ‘Hula Voices’ Program at VAC

The Volcano Art Center’s Hula Voices series continues on Feb. 6.

VAC Offers Hawaiian Language Courses

VAC will present three series of Papa ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, beginning Hawaiian language courses taught by Kaliko Beamer-Trapp.

Royal Kona Announces New Hawaiian Music Concert Series

The concert series was born out of a partnership with the Henry Kapono Foundation.

Hilo Community Players Presents ‘Our Town’

The cast of nearly 20 characters is brought to life by local actors who cover a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

Crowds Enjoy Waimea’s Cherry Blossom Festival

For the past 27 years, the South Kohala community as celebrated the ancient Japanese tradition of Hanami, “cherry blossom viewing party.”

Donkey Mill Art Center Celebrates 25 Years

The Donkey Mill Art Center is proud to announce the “Donkey Mill Annual Art Auction: Celebrating 25 Years.”

Indigo Dyeing Workshop at Volcano Art Center

Learn to dye natural fiber goods in a plant-derived indigo vat.

Barefoot Gardener: The Beauty of Bananas

It’s easy to grow this nutritious, delicious fruit.

‘Iolani Luahine Hula Festival at Kona Sheraton

The 18th annual ‘Iolani Luahine Hula Festival will be held Jan. 24 to Jan. 26, 2020.

Hawaii Wood Guild Masters Return to HPA

The Isaacs Art Center has hosted the Hawaii Wood Guild’s annual Masters Invitational Show since 2009.

Kona Coffee Festival Seeks Signature Art For 50th Anniversary

The call for signature art invites those interested to submit original Kona coffee art in all forms, including fine art, graphic design and photography.

‘January Breeze’ Comes to Kona Friday

The free concert will be held on Friday, Jan. 24.

Love the Arts Fundraiser at VAC

Live and silent auctions provide everyone an opportunity to bid on artwork, jewelry, hotel stays, restaurants, local products, services and gift certificates to businesses and attractions.

Barefoot Gardener: Quick Compost

Some quick and easy ways to make your own compost in a small space.

1st Best of Kona Festival Coming in February

This festival is free to the public.

Dragon Jazz Band, Johnny Nicholas to Collaborate on 3 Big Island Shows

Shows are set for Hilo, Kailua-Kona and Kawaihae.

Soft Pastel Still Life Workshop at VAC

Cost for the workshop is $50/$45 for VAC members plus a $15 fee, inclusive of supplies.

County Band Announces 2020 Shows

Note that the schedule is subject to change throughout the year.
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