Entertainment
Hawaii Forest & Trail Cultivates New Farm and Foodie Adventure
Flavors of Hawaii is a culinary adventure where guests can learn about history, trend-setting farms and the secrets of growing cacao, vanilla and Hawaiian teas.
Kamuela Philharmonic Announces 2019-20 MasterWorks Season
The season consists of three Sunday matinee performances: Oct. 6, 2019, Jan. 26, 2020, and March 22, 2020.
Buddhist Temple Offers Special Activities in August
In August, the public is invited to celebrate the lives of the departed in two uniquely meaningful ceremonies.
Free Paper Mâché Program at Hale Halawai in August
Registration for this class, which is free to the public, runs Aug. 12 to Aug. 15.
Kamuela Philharmonic 2019-20 MasterWorks Season & Subscription Program
The Kahilu Theatre in Waimea (Kamuela) will once again be home to some of the most-anticipated symphonic works performed by the orchestra to date.
Kona Stories Book Club Schedule, August
Multiple Hawai‘i Island book clubs are scheduled to meet at Kona Stories Book Store through the month of August, 2019.
A Sense of Place, Duo Cellist and Piano Recital
Performance pieces offered at the concert include works by Betethoven, Dvořák, Vaughan Williams, Parker and Hilo-based composer Herb Mahelona.
Waimea Artist Featured in National Exhibition
Ngyuen, whose Waimea-based studio describes her artistic focus as portraiture and figure, said the painting selected for the show was inspired by ancient Chinese works.
Da Bomb BBQ Brings Texas-Style Grub to Big Island
The delicious smoky smell of summer can be enjoyed all year long thanks to Da Bomb BBQ and its owner, Jason Lofland.
Bookbinding Workshop at Volcano Art Center
The bookbinding workshop at the VAC is a place to start for those with no bookbinding experience.
KHS to Launch Online Auction in August
The Kona Historical Society’s (KHS) annual online auction will launch on Aug. 11, 2019 at 9 a.m.
Art Center Features 120 Years of Women Artists of Hawai‘i
The display will remain on-island from Thursday until Sept. 21, 2019. Viewing will be available weekly between Tuesday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Women Artists of Hawai‘i Showcased at Hawaiʻi Preparatory Academy
The Isaacs Art Center at Hawaiʻi Preparatory Academy in Kamuela will present the largest and most expansive survey of women artists of Hawai‘i in state history.
Don the Beachcomber Mai Tai Festival Announced
Royal Kona Resort overlooks Kailua Bay on the Island of Hawai‘i. Its annual Don the Beachcomber Mai Tai Festival is free, open to the public and offers a range of family-friendly activities and entertainment.
Words and Wine
Scheduled for 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2019, at Kona Stories in the Keauhou Shopping Center, this event is free to the public.
Hawai‘i Filmmakers Lab Now Accepting Submissions
`Ohina asks applicants to submit a short screenplay, bio and cover letter to apply for this year’s workshop in November. The deadline to apply is Aug. 25, 2019.
Art Center Turns Up Heat in Summer Classes
Flameworking, also known as lampworking or torchworking, is a type of glasswork whereby the artist utilizes a torch or lamp to melt the glass.
Grammy Winning Jazz Show Comes to Big Island
Hawaiian Kings of Swing Kahulanui, 2018 Hawaiian Grammy recipients for Best Jazz Album of the Year and Best Original Instrumental Composition, are coming to Gertrude’s Jazz Bar in Kailua-Kona for a show Sunday, July 28, 2019.
Fourth Friday Event Seeks Vendors
Organizers are currently recruiting vendors for both the July event and the next month’s Fourth Friday gathering, scheduled for Aug. 23.
The Barefoot Gardener: Japanese Eggplant Fruit Makes Great Meat Substitute
Japanese eggplant is an easy-to-grow favorite of local gardeners.
