Entertainment
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hosts Free Obon Presentation, May 28
Residents and visitors will learn about the Obon tradition with a free workshop hosted by Keith Haugen.
‘Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland’ Ballet in West Hawai‘i
West Hawaii Dance Theatre and Academy will present Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland at the Kahilu Theatre on Saturday, May 27, 2017, at 4 p.m.
Gertrude’s Presents: Art Dinner Series – Culinary Surrealism Takes Center Stage
The perfect example of inspiration in action happens on the first Monday of every month at Gertrude’s Jazz Bar for their ‘Art Dinner Series.’
Kahilu Theatre Offering Youth Performing Arts Summer Camps
Scholarship are available for the youth camps which include Let’s Dance!, Adventures in Polynesia, and Keiki Performing Arts Workshop.
KHS Presenting Lecture About Adventurer Isabella Bird
Jackie Pualani Johnson will speak and perform parts of a play about intrepid English traveler Isabella Bird.
Body & Soul at Wainaku Wednesday
The upcoming Wainaku Wednesday event will be held on May 24, from 5 to 8 p.m. with music by Body & Soul
Uncle Willie K Grand Debut at Naniloa Hotel Hilo
Tickets are now available Uncle Willie K’s Country With a Lil Bit of Rock-n-Roll concert on June 2
Fish & Poi Co. Opens in Hilo
Lynelle Paranada co-owns the business with local celebrity BJ Penn (and their poi comes his farm in the Waipio Valley).
Island Entertainers Honored at 40th Annual Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards
The local trio Keauhou took home awards in nine categories including Album of the Year, Most Promising Artist and Favorite Entertainer of the Year.
Learn About the Sun and Moon at Pre-School Story Time, May 31
This month keiki will learn about the sun and moon with books such as “Sun and Moon Sisters,” “I love you Sun, I love you Moon” and “Owl Moon.”
Culinary Arts Under the Stars 2017: Preparing Culinary Leaders of Tomorrow
Students show off their culinary skills at the 4th Annual Culinary Arts Under the Stars.
ʻThe Roots of ‘Uluʻ and ʻThe New Environmentalistsʻ at Volcano Art Center
Volcano Art Center will host two film screenings on Thursday, May 18 from 7 to 9 p.m.
Teenaged Guitarist from Waimea Nominated for Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards
17-year-old hip-hop and rock guitarist Kukahi Lee of Waimea has been nominated for his 2016 self-titled, debut album.
Fermented Foods Workshop Series Beginning May 28
Learn to make probiotic-rich foods at home, including sauerkraut, kimchi, yogurt and more.
Mother’s Day Pa’ina at Waikoloa Marriott
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort and Spa is celebrating Mother’s Day with a special Hawaiian Feast on Sunday, May 14
Beer + Gear Tomorrow Night at Hawai‘i Forest and Trail Kailua-Kona
Hawai‘i Forest and Trail in Kailua-Kona will host a free Beer + Gear event on Friday, May 12, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Music Lineup Announced for Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards
The 40th Annual Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards will feature a legendary line up of island nntertainment
Hilo Student Takes First Place in Statewide Poster Contest
Saige DeloSantos, a fourth-grader at Keaukaha Elementary School in Hilo, has taken first place in the statewide 2017 Mayor’s Memorial Day Poster Contest.
Big Island TV Chef to Share Global Food Adventures
“The aim of our show is to inspire people to cook, eat, travel, learn, gain a deeper understanding of different cultures, be curious, connect and enjoy life.”
Mental Wellness Through Art at Wailoa Center Show
The Recovery, Resilience and ReCreation program opened a thought-provoking exhibit May 5 at the Wailoa Arts & Cultural Center in Hilo.
