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Orchid Isle Orchestra to perform holiday concert ‘Earth, Snow and Fire’ in Hilo

The orchestra will feature 34 musicians, including high school and college students, community members, professionals and some playing in their first concert.

‘Snow White’ the Ballet at Kahilu

Academy pianist Megumi Kopp will accompany the dancers on piano presenting a classical music compilation.

14th Annual Big Island Senior Line Dance Roundup in Hilo

Admission to the Department of Parks and Recreation Elderly Activities Division event is free.

KDEN to Host Summer Musical Auditions

The show will run from July 8 through July 24.

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.

Hilo Hula Tuesdays: A Weekly Cultural Adventure

Hilo Hula Tuesdays is a free event that is open to the public.

‘Imiloa to Host Live Planetarium Stargazing

The stargazing program is being conducted through a partnership with the Onizuka Center for International Astronomy Visitors Information Stations and will take place on Friday, Feb. 26.

UH-Hilo International Nights 2016

The performances are part of the UH-Hilo International Student Association and will run on Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m.

Three Big Island Libraries to Present ‘The Tiny Tree’

Created by Annie Cusick Wood and presented by the Honolulu Theatre for Youth, “The Tiny Tree” explores what tiny trees and tiny children have in common.

Maunakea Skies Talk Explores Active Galactic Nuclei

Dr. Andreea Petric will provide attendees with an introduction to the theory and observations that have built the current understanding of AGN.

VAC to Present ‘The Hawaiian Room’

An evening in honor of the history and talent of the legendary 1937 to 1966 New York City venue, The Hawaiian Room, will take place on Thursday, Oct. 15.

Kona Stories Hosts Storytime, ‘The Day the Crayons Quit’

Kona Stories Book Store will host storytime on Sept. 30 featuring the title “The Day the Crayons Quit.”

Palace Theater Launches Fundraiser

The Palace Theater in Hilo has started a fundraiser in hopes to one day provide air-conditioning to performers and guests.

Mike Love to Perform at Hilo Town Tavern Thursday

The Oahu native will hit the stage around 10 p.m.

KDEN Adds Saturday Matinee of ‘The King and I’

A Saturday matinee of ‘The King and I’ has been added on July 25 by the Kilauea Drama Entertainment Network.

38th Annual Shakespeare in the Park Opens Thursday

This year’s Shakespeare in the Park features an adapted version of “Measure for Measure,” set in 1920’s New Orleans.

Vanna White: The Woman Behind The Dress

Vanna White has appeared in more than 6,000 episodes of Wheel of Fortune since 1982.