Entertainment
Suisan to Celebrate 110th Birthday With Poke Party
Suisan will host a birthday event at its fish market on Lihiwai Street in Hilo on Thursday, Sept. 7, featuring Hilo’s own “Top Chef” finalist, Sheldon Simeon.
McDonald’s Offers Free Coffee to Teachers in Sept.
McDonald’s Restaurants of Hawai‘i will honor teachers free coffee every Tuesday in September 2017—Teacher Appreciation Month.
Belly Dance Party and Show to Premiere in Kona
The monthly dance party will feature local belly dancer performances beginning Sept. 7.
Creative Lab Selects Music Immersion Participants
Creative Lab Hawai‘i (CLH) has selected 11 finalists for its annual music immersive program that pairs up songwriters with professionals in the entertainment industry.
Hula Voices at Volcano Art Center Gallery
Hula Voices features talk story sessions with Hawai‘i Island kumu hula at the Volcano Art Center Gallery in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
UPDATE: Big Island Fair Returns to Kona in September
The four-day event will begin on Thursday, Sept. 7, at the Old Kona Airport in Kona.
1st Annual Community Cup Fundraiser at Volcano Art Center
The event will feature hand-thrown tea cups and bowls by local Big Island potters, and samples of fine Hawaiʻi grown teas, demonstrations, exhibits and more.
Al Vicolo Brings Authentic Italian Food and Friendship to Hawai‘i Island
Al Vicolo, the new Italian restaurant in Kawaihae Harbor, serves up delicious dishes brimming with the authentic tastes of Italy.
19th Annual Taste of Hilo Tickets on Sale
The Japanese Chamber of Commerce & Industry of Hawaii has scheduled its 19th Annual Taste of Hilo for Sunday, Oct. 22, at Sangha Hall.
Healoha Johnston Presents Art and Artists of Hawai‘i Island
Healoha Johnston, curator for the Honolulu Museum of Art, will share her knowledge and expertise in a free lecture about the art and artists of Hawai‘i Island as part of Kona Historical Society’s Hanohano `O Kona Lecture Series.
Stained Glass Workshop at Volcano Art Center
Stained Glass – An Introductory Class will be held at the Volcano Art Center in Volcano offering beginners the opportunity to discover the process of stained glass.
Benefit to Raise Funds for Teen Dancers
Kona Dance and Performing Arts benefit raises funds for the teen teacher assistant program which empowers teen dancers with mentorship from professional teachers and choreographers.
Artist John Dawson at Volcano Art Center
John Dawson will be sharing his art as well as personal stories and inspiration at the Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus.
A Reunion with Cousins in Hilo
Cousins, located at 14 Lanikaula St. in Hilo, is still going strong, as I witnessed on a recent visit.
Enjoy Music & Hula at Hawaiian Sunset Saturday
Residents, visitors and families are invited to Hawaiian Sunset Saturday on Aug. 26, 2017, starting at 5:30 p.m. on the lawn at Coconut Grove Marketplace.
Prince Dance Institute Announces Fall Classes
The Prince Dance Institute is offering more than twenty-five performing arts classes this fall. Classes will be held at the Kahilu Theatre, Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy and the Honoka‘a Hongwanji Mission.
Creative Lab Hosts Kona Meet-and-Greet
Creative Lab Hawai‘i will be holding a meet and greet in Kona to share information about its programs and plans to come to the Big Island in 2018.
‘Forever In Our HeARTS’ to Honor of Stephanie Becher
“Forever In Our HeARTS,” a night of scenes, songs, memories, love and laughter in honor of Stephanie Becher, will be held at Hilo’s Historic Palace Theater.
Bernice Akamine to Speak at Kahilu Theatre
Kahilu Theatre in Kamuela is hosting an artist talk by nationally recognized artist Bernice Akamine on Aug.19, 2017.
Raise the Bar Music, Food, Drink Event at Edible World Institute
Kona Wine Market and Chef Noah Hester of Puako Provisions are bringing a one-of-a-kind, live music event with food and drink pairings on Saturday, Aug. 26.
