#Workshops
Hilo Aloha celebrates culture, creativity, community during Merrie Monarch Week
New weeklong gathering at historic Hilo Palace Theater will feature workshops, live performances, mākeke and community event.
Business Monday: Childhood friends created Seaweed Snack Shop, selling curated gifts, souvenirs in Hilo
Co-owners and childhood friends Martha Duerr and Stephanie Tait sell art and handmade gifts from 51 Hawaiʻi-based artists as well as independent makers they have met throughout their lives at the Seaweed Snack Shop.
Hawai’i P-20 hosts virtual and in-person college planning events for high school students
Virtual and in-person workshops are available for students in need of assistance with college planning and scholarship applications in November.
Teachers, administrators intived to learn how to rebuild the village that nurtures our keiki during early childhood conference
This is the second conference hosted by Hawaiʻi County and Friends of the Future and it piggybacks on the 2023 conference theme of “Huliau – A Time of Change”
AARP to hold webinar, workshops on Big Island as FBI reports rise in internet crime
A free webinar will be held on April 5, followed by in-person workshops at Big Island resorts on April 23 and April 24.
Hawaiian Electric seeks public comment regarding next round of renewable energy procurements
Comments are requested before March 29. Hawaiian Electric also will host a virtual public meeting to engage with the community and gain feedback on the drafts. Participants are welcome to ask questions during the meeting.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Sept. 14-20: Lava viewing, Hilo Idol, Old Hawai‘i on Horseback pageant and more
Make the trip to Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park to see the Kīlauea eruption or cheer on your favorite choice to win Hilo Idol. There are more opportunities to support those affected by the devastating wildfires on Maui and also a celebration planned for International Dot Day, as well as a pageant featuring some of the island’s best horse riders in period costumes.
10th annual Big Island Chocolate Festival promises sweet, savory treats
The Big Island Chocolate Festival, hosted by the Kona Cacao Association, returns for its 10th annual installment April 28 and 29 at a new venue, Waikōloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa.
12th annual Wiliwili Festival welcomes people back to the Waikōloa Dry Forest Preserve
The Wiliwili Festival on Feb. 11 is hosted by the Waikōloa Dry Forest Initiative and will feature informational booths, guided tours and self-guided hikes, food and beverages at the Waikōloa Dry Forest Preserve on the Big Island.
Digital Literacy Training Available via Vibrant Hawaiʻi
Big Island residents will have the opportunity to learn the basics of computer skills during upcoming workshops hosted by Vibrant Hawaiʻi.
Women Sought for Airport Fire Service
Two workshops are scheduled on the Big Island for women interested in working in airport fire service.
PAR Division to Provide Legislative Workshops
Four workshops on the legislative process will be presented on the Big Island during the month of October by the Public Access Room.
