Entertainment
Hula Arts Continue at Volcano Art Center
The Volcano Art Center’s Hula Arts at Kīlauea will continue in July, with all events held at the VAC’s Niaulani Campus in Volcano Village.
Honoka‘a Artist Receives Award
A Honoka‘a artist was recently honored by the The Jerry Goldstein Foundation.
KDEN Presents ‘Oliver!’ at UH Hilo PAC
What does a theater company do when their beloved performing space is not available due to the rocking and rolling of an active Volcano?
Pueo’s Osteria Named Among Best Restaurants in America
The award-winning Italian restaurant in Waikoloa ranked no. 18 in the country.
Hui Kako‘o Benefit Concert, June 30
Keauhou Shopping Center presents acclaimed singer and slack key guitar master Ben Kaili at the Hui Kakoʻo Benefit Concert Series on Saturday, June 30, 2018.
Kona Stories Book Club to Host Special Guest Author
The group will meet on Tuesday, June 12, at 6:30 p.m.
‘Wine on the Lanai’ Dinner Series Returns at Huggo’s
The dinner series features a five-course meal paired with select wines.
Documentary to Highlight Nisei Heroes of WWII
The documentary recounts the heroic effort of Japanese-American soldiers during WWII.
Kahilu Theatre to Hold ‘South Pacific’ Auditions
Kahilu Theatre will hold auditions for their upcoming production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “South Pacific.”
Film Festival Seeking Submissions for Debut Event in Hilo
The festival will be held at the Palace Theater in Hilo in August 2018.
Kona Artist Creates Winning Image for 2018 Kona Coffee Fest
Sunny Pauole’s signature art was recently selected as the winning image concept for the 2018 Kona Coffee Cultural Festival.
June 9 Jazz in the Forest Cancelled
Due to the volcanic conditions in the area, the Volcano Art Center is canceling the Jazz in the Forest concerts scheduled for June 9, 2018.
Taimane and Trio to Perform at Palace Theater on May 31
Pre-sale tickets are available for purchase online or by calling the Palace Theater box office.
Kahulanui Celebrates Jazz Album of the Year Win
The 2018 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award for “Jazz Album of the Year” and “Instrumental Composition of the Year” were presented to the Big Island’s Kahulanui.
One Night Only: The Fairy Tale of All Fairy Tales, Cinderella Ballet
WHDT & Academy Presents the Fairy Tale of all Fairy Tales, Cinderella Ballet, for one performance only, Saturday, May 26, 2018, at 5 p.m. at the Kahilu Theatre in Waimea.
West Hawai‘i County Band Announces Free Concerts
Free performances are scheduled on the third Friday of each month at 6:30 p.m.
Public Schools Offering Summer Meals to All Children 18 and Younger
The Hawai‘i State Department of Education (HIDOE) announces that 68 public schools will serve meals through its summer food service program, Seamless Summer Option (SSO).
Volcano Art Center’s Hula Kahiko Continues May 19
Ke Ana Laʻahana Public Charter School’s haumana will perform in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park.
Jackie Pualani Johnston Performs as Isabella Bird
Kona Historical Society’s announces its next Historical Jeep Trip will lead guests on an exclusive tour of Kealapu‘ali on Hualalai on Saturday, June 23.
Nā Hōkū Hanohano Announces Award Winners
The 41st Annual Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards handed out awards to the state’s top musicians, songwriters, composers, and producers in 36 categories.
