Entertainment
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.
Frank Zappa Tribute Concert Coming to Palace
The show, set for Aug. 2, 2019, will feature Zappa songs never before played by the Jazz Orchestra, as well as a handful of old favorites.
Big Island Youth to Showcase Musical Stylings
The Kamuela Philharmonic Orchestra will conduct its ninth annual Madeline Schatz-Harris Youth Concerto Competition on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019.
‘Passing the Torch’ to Benefit Aloha Teen Theatre Program
Delaney Yuko Ross and Amanda Trusty will present an evening of belting and banter on Friday, July 26, at 7 p.m. to benefit the Aloha Teen Theatre Program.
Taste of the Hawaiian Range Tickets Available
Tickets are available for the 23rd Taste of the Hawaiian Range evening gala on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Kamuela Provision Company Offers New Menu
Hilton Waikoloa Village’s Kamuela Provision Company continues to evolve its story with new offerings that honor the best of Hawai‘i Island’s land and sea.
Big Island Film ‘Stoke’ Heads to Theaters in Tacoma & Portland
Hawai‘i Island road film “Stoke” heads to theaters in the Pacific Northwest in July 2019, premiering in Tacoma on July 18 before playing in Portland on July 26.
Save the Dates for Waimea Ocean Film Festival
The 2020 annual Waimea Ocean Film Festival will be held Jan. 1 through 8.
