Entertainment
Hilo Public Library to Celebrate 65th Anniversary on Saturday
Members of the public are invited to join in on the free event, beginning at 9 a.m. with the Royal Order of Kamehameha protocol and blessing of the Naha and Pinao stones that stand in front of the library.
Global Warming Highlights April Maunakea Skies Program
On Friday, April 15, Dr. Arimoto will explore continued global warming and what could happen if Earth becomes uninhabitable.
Native FM Broadens Music Lineup with Format Change
The new Native FM – “The BEAT of the Islands” will bring in popular Hip-Hop, R&B, and mainstream Pop mixed in with island favorites and top hits in Reggae and Island Reggae Music.
Local Flavors Galore at the Merrie Monarch Hawaiian Arts and Crafts Fair
Delicious, fun snacks await you at the Merrie Monarch Festival.
Liko Lehua Expands to Pauahi Location
A new restaurant offers a family-friendly, warm atmosphere with a menu to please everyone.
APAC to Host ‘A Kidsummer Night’s Dream’ Auditions
Auditions will be held on two separate evenings on Sunday, April 24 and Monday, April 25.
‘A-Mazing Triangle Workshop’ at VAC
Instructor Charlene Asato will teach participants how to create triangular books, turning a single piece of paper into triangular pages.
Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra Back to the Big Island
In the 1980’s and 1990’s, the orchestra would perform at the Kahilu Theatre on a near-annual basis.
ChefConnect: Hawai’i – A Culinary Conference
ChefConnect: Hawaii is open to the public but geared toward food service professionals.
Calling all Quilters: VAC Quilt Show
“Quilts in the Forest, Quilts in the Park” is the theme of the 2016 show, in dedication to the centennial celebration of Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park and the National Park Service.
Aloha Performing Arts Company Restarts Class Season
Three classes will begin in April and run through May.
AIA to Host Free Film Viewings During Architecture Month
The 2016 presentations includes a double feature of Alejandro Aravena’s “The Power of Synthesis” and Olmsted and America’s “Urban Park.”
Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Sets Theme, Date
A theme has been decided upon for the 2016 Kona Coffee Cultural Festival.
Fermentation Workshop at VAC
The 12 p.m. workshop will be led by Jasmine Silverstein of HeartBeet Catering.
Localicious Hawai’i Supporting School Gardens Through Local Food
Fifteen Big Island restaurants and a total of 149 across the state are participating in the campaign to provide agricultural knowledge to the classroom.
‘Imiloa to Host Cultural Enrichment Programs in Conjunction with Merrie Monarch
Three programs will be held between March 30 and April 1.
Merriman’s Expands Culinary Scholarship Offering
The Merriman’s Culinary Scholarship is expanding for the 2016-2017 school year to include Maui and Kauai applicants, in addition to those on the Big Island.
Big Island Woodturners 18th Annual Exhibition
Amazing craftsmanship and demonstrations can be found at the 18th Annual Big Island Woodturners Exhibition.
Hilo ‘Easter at the Plaza’
The free holiday event is for children ages 17 and under and will be held at the Prince Kuhio Plaza in Hilo.
Hilo Hula Tuesdays: A Weekly Cultural Adventure
Hilo Hula Tuesdays is a free event that is open to the public.
