#Christmas in Hawaii
Nov. 13-20: Drop-off sites to open for Operation Christmas Child
Operation Christmas Child has been collecting and delivering shoebox gifts – filled with school supplies, hygiene items and fun toys – to children worldwide since 1993.
Libraries Closed for Christmas & New Year’s Day
In observance of Christmas and New Year’s Day, all public libraries and support offices will be closed on Tuesday, Dec. 25, 2018, and Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019.
County Offering Free Wreath Making Program
The County of Hawaiʻi is holding a free wreath making program for anyone 14 and older.
County of Hawai‘i Presents ‘Magic of the Season’
The County of Hawai‘i invites Big Island residents to the 2018 “Magic of the Season” at the Hawai‘i County Building.
Santa Claus Returns to Queens’ MarketPlace
Santa Claus returns to Queens’ MarketPlace, with free photo ops through Dec. 22, and holiday entertainment to make the season bright.
Kea‘au Christmas Parade Accepting Entries
The Kea‘au Community Christmas Parade Committee cordially invites any community groups to participate in this year’s lighted parade.
Christmas Tree Growers Meeting
Landowners interested in learning about growing Christmas trees are invited to attend the upcoming grower meeting set for Friday, Nov. 2, from 1 to 3:30 pm.
Operation Christmas Child in Full Swing
The HPD’s Operation Christmas Child drive collected 6,103 gift-filled shoeboxes in East Hawaiʻi for a total of 10,827 for the entire island.
Hawaiʻi Electric Light Holiday Safety Tips
Hawaiʻi Electric Light offers practical tips to help make your celebrations safe and festive.
Christmas at the Hawai‘i County Building
The County of Hawai‘i invites the public to it annual holiday open house, Magic of the Season.
Hundreds Come Out for Pāhoa Holiday Parade
In Pāhoa, the Christmas season begins with the annual Holiday Parade.
Waimea Community Chorus Annual Holiday Concert
The concert will take place at the Kahilu Theatre Saturday, Dec. 9, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 10, at 3 p.m.
BIISC: Imported Christmas Trees May Contain Invasive Pests
Christmas trees imported from the mainland could harbor Hawaiʻi’s next invasive pest, according to the Big Island Invasive Species Council (BIISC).
