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As part of Mililani Public Library’s Mind Your Mind Adult Brain Health program series, learn a language or learn about a new culture on the go using the Mango Languages App! There are over 70 languages available for learning on Mango. All you need is a smart device! Registration in-person and valid HSPLS library card […]

As part of Mililani Public Library’s Mind Your Mind Adult Brain Health program series, learn a language or learn about a new culture on the go using the Mango Languages App! There are over 70 languages available for learning on Mango. All you need is a smart device! Registration in-person and valid HSPLS library card […]

An all inclusive Jazz Jam with a rotating house band. Created to strengthen the Big Island Jazz community through networking & jamming. Bring your favorite charts & the instrument of your choice or enjoy the vibrations of people improvising together in the Jazz Tradition, 6-9pm every Monday night. Free for all ages.

North Kohala Public Library in Kapaau will present “Myths and Legends of Pre-Contact Hawaii” a “talk story” session with North Kohala historian, Boyd D. Bond, at 6:30 p.m. on Monday , February 5. Boyd Bond’s knowledge of Hawaii’s history stems from his academic studies and from a lifetime spent in Hawaii as a 6th generation […]

Part of Kahilu Theatre's Classic Hawaiian Film Series "Honolulu" follows the story of a movie star who trades places with a Hawaiian plantation owner. Starring Robert Young, Eleanor Powell, George Burns, and Gracie Allen. The film will show at the Kahilu Theatre on Tuesday, February 6 at 10 am. Tickets are $10. For more information […]

No Reservations Required Join the Love Life! Team in Kailua for their FREE Vegetarian Cooking Class! They'll be showing how to make easy and incredibly delicious vegetarian meals. Every 1st Tuesday of the month 4:30pm-5:30pm We'll be teaching the following recipes: -Garlic Lentils w/ Walnut Cream Sauce -Cilantro Lime Beet Chips -Raspberry Nice Cream w/ […]

No Reservations Required Join the Love Life! Team in Kailua for their FREE Vegetarian Cooking Class! They'll be showing how to make easy and incredibly delicious vegetarian meals. Every 1st Tuesday of the month 4:30pm-5:30pm We'll be teaching the following recipes: -Garlic Lentils w/ Walnut Cream Sauce -Cilantro Lime Beet Chips -Raspberry Nice Cream w/ […]

The Nēnē Readers is a reading club at the Kailua-Kona Public Library for 4th, 5th, and 6th graders that focuses solely on reading, enjoying, analyzing, and discussing Nēnē Award-nominated books. Read & enjoy quality books nominated by your peers! Analyze & review 5 nominees to earn a special incentive! Discuss your thoughts with other club […]

The Nēnē Readers is a reading club at the Kailua-Kona Public Library for 4th, 5th, and 6th graders that focuses solely on reading, enjoying, analyzing, and discussing Nēnē Award-nominated books. Read & enjoy quality books nominated by your peers! Analyze & review 5 nominees to earn a special incentive! Discuss your thoughts with other club […]

When: Tuesday, Feb.6th Time: 5- 7 pm Where: Hiro's Ohana Grill at Hotel Molokai February's instructor will be artist and Molokai Arts Center Studio Manager, Apelila Madella, who will be teaching the image here, "Rooted". Apelila is reminded of how trees help us live and breathe, also how their roots run deep our lives. The […]

When: Tuesday, Feb.6th Time: 5- 7 pm Where: Hiro's Ohana Grill at Hotel Molokai February's instructor will be artist and Molokai Arts Center Studio Manager, Apelila Madella, who will be teaching the image here, "Rooted". Apelila is reminded of how trees help us live and breathe, also how their roots run deep our lives. The […]

Come join us to watch a weatherman (Bill Murray) inexplicably living the same day over and over again. PG.

Come join us to watch a weatherman (Bill Murray) inexplicably living the same day over and over again. PG.

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The Hilo Farmers Market is a must-see experience when you are on the Big Island. Over 200+ local farmers, crafters, artisans, retailers and food vendors selling local and fresh island fruits, vegetables, hand made jewelry, tropical plants, original artworks, flowers, specialty confections and award winning Hawaii coffee! All at a festive outdoor atmosphere that recalls […]

Hawaii Theatre Center's new President/CEO Greg Dunn is the speaker for February's Lunch Time Training, which is Free and Open to the Public. Rather than announcing the appointment of a new President & CEO immediately, the Hawaii Theatre Center took the opportunity to spend the last four months under the leadership of Gregory Dunn, quietly […]

Celebrate Chinese New Year’s zodiac sign of the dog! Activities and crafts inspired by the zodiac will be available for all to enjoy. Hooray for Wednesday occurs on the first Wednesday of the month at 3:30. Each month will have a fun activity for children, teens, and in-betweens. Program schedule is subject to change. Contact […]

Celebrate Chinese New Year’s zodiac sign of the dog! Activities and crafts inspired by the zodiac will be available for all to enjoy. Hooray for Wednesday occurs on the first Wednesday of the month at 3:30. Each month will have a fun activity for children, teens, and in-betweens. Program schedule is subject to change. Contact […]

In honor of Black History Month, Kealakekua Public Library will be showing The Secret Life of Bees, based on the popular novel by Sue Monk Kidd. 14-year old Lily Owens (Dakota Fanning) escapes her troubled and lonely life with her caregiver to a South Carolina town that may hold the secret to her mother’s past. […]

In honor of Black History Month, Kealakekua Public Library will be showing The Secret Life of Bees, based on the popular novel by Sue Monk Kidd. 14-year old Lily Owens (Dakota Fanning) escapes her troubled and lonely life with her caregiver to a South Carolina town that may hold the secret to her mother’s past. […]

Make a fancy box of chocolates to share with your favorite Valentine. Receive recipes, nutritional info, & a shopping list Learn to make: • Assorted fancy filled truffles • White Chocolate and Rose Hearts • Raw Sea Salt Caramels • Chocolate Truffles Madana Sudari is the Executive Chef and owner of “Creative Cuisine,” an international […]

"The Very Best Of Dave Mason” - Live Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Dave Mason has been performing live shows for more than 50 years. Music is Dave's passion and desire, and 2018 marks a new year in his musical journey. With that in mind, he has prepared a new live show entitled, “The […]

Hawaiian Sanctuary is proud to present, Plant Aloha 2018: FREE Permaculture Classes every Thursday morning from 9:00am until 12:30pm Visit our website for more information, including class handouts: http://hawaiiansanctuary.com/plantaloha Thursday, February 8th 2018 – 9:00am-12:30pm Permaculture Strategies for Productive and Resilient Landscapes Part 1: Design Tools and Techniques Site Analysis, Limiting Factors, 'The Scale of […]

Emmy Award winning storyteller Bobby Norfolk returns to Hawaii to share “Anansi the Spider” and other African American folktales, legends and true stories. Bobby’s innate ability to read and connect with audiences makes him one of America’s premier storytellers. Using dynamic movement and vocal effects, Bobby creates vibrant characters who come to life through imaginative, […]

The Thelma Parker Memorial Public & School Library would like to invite you to join us for story time fun. We host story time every Thursday for keiki 2-5 and their caregivers. Each story time includes stories, songs, and crafts. Story time has many benefits, such as helping brain development by increasing knowledge, vocabulary, imagination, […]

Stories, songs and rhymes for children ages 3-5. This program will not be held on State holidays. Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the hosting library 15 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if special accommodations are needed.

Don’t miss this opportunity to engage Palo Alto patent attorney, Dr. Victoria Brewster, in an informal round table discussion on the ins and outs of securing a patent. The seminar will cover patent basics, including putting early safeguards in place to protect rights to your innovations; applying for a patent; devising a patent strategy; and […]

Nā 'Imi 'Ike is an 'Ōlelo Hawai'i study group open to all ages and skill levels. Our goal is to create of group of motivated learners in North Kohala who will support each other towards fluency in the Hawaiian Language. Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 15 days in advance to request […]

Nā 'Imi 'Ike is an 'Ōlelo Hawai'i study group open to all ages and skill levels. Our goal is to create of group of motivated learners in North Kohala who will support each other towards fluency in the Hawaiian Language. Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 15 days in advance to request […]

Happy Chinese New Year! This year of the dog, come to Kealakekua Public Library and make your very own lantern! Use crazy cut scissors and decorate to your heart’s content! This one-hour program is suitable for ages ­­6 and up and is limited to the first 12 patrons. Children must be accompanied by a parent […]

Happy Chinese New Year! This year of the dog, come to Kealakekua Public Library and make your very own lantern! Use crazy cut scissors and decorate to your heart’s content! This one-hour program is suitable for ages ­­6 and up and is limited to the first 12 patrons. Children must be accompanied by a parent […]

This free, public event will inspire the community with the success story of Kaʻōhao School (formerly known as Lanikai School) which leads the country as a zero waste school, composting all it's food waste, gardening, and more! Elementary students from the school will lead a presentation on how the school is nearly zero waste! Kokua […]

Reggae Band Roots Within with special guests, OK2Change, Jaldub, ZMR Trio, Dallas Dale, Knowledge IZ & Priscilla Momah! Doors at 9pm!! $7per person/ $10 per couple!!

The North Kohala Library would like to invite you to join us for story time fun. We host story time every Friday for keiki 2-5 and their caregivers. Each story time includes stories, songs, and crafts. Story time has many benefits, such as helping brain development by increasing knowledge, vocabulary, imagination, and concentration. Please call […]

Kamana Mathur, an Immigration Attorney and Community Relations Officer for the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services will share information on the following topics: -How to get a Green Card -How to become a U.S. Citizen -Getting an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) card -Naturalization This 90-minute informational program is suitable for ages 18 and older. Program […]

Kamana Mathur, an Immigration Attorney and Community Relations Officer for The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services will share information on the Form I-9 used when hiring employees. Learn how to properly complete the Form I-9, the timelines, documentation, making corrections and reverification, and avoiding discrimination. This 90-minute informational workshop is suitable for employers and Human […]

For more information, visit their website hawaiicannabisexpo.com Dates: Friday, February 9, 2017 at 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm Saturday, February 10, 2017 at 10:00 am – 7:00 pm Sunday, February 11, 2017 at 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Venue: Blaisdell Exhibition Hall / Hawaii Suites 1-12 / Pikake Room Sale Date: Friday, October 27, 2017 […]

This year, our Post Flow Fest will feature a handful of your favorite Flow Fest artists & some artists who're making their Big Island debut. Also featured will be some TBA Special guests with the post flow theme in mind. Music starts at 6pm--9pm, $10 don., all ages. Opliam -- opliammusic.com Ka'ahele -- kaahelemusic.com Andy […]

GONE COUNTRY will perform at Hilo Town Tavern on Friday Feb 9th 6PM-9PM... Bring your dancin feet!

Join us for our 'Navigating the Night Sky' event at 'Imiloa on Fri. Feb. 9 at 7pm! Navigating the Night Sky is an interactive program that features observations from the Visitor Information Station (VIS) on Maunakea, coupled with a presentation by 'Imiloa staff on the Oceanic navigational starlines and Hawaiian Star Compass.

Nora Ephron’s "Love, Loss, and What I Wore" will be performed at the Kahilu Theatre on Friday February 9th at 7 pm. Tickets are $25. Based on the best selling book by Ilene Beckerman, the play is comprised of monologues and ensemble pieces about women, clothes and memory. Five brilliant women from Oahu comprise the […]

Come get down local style with some top notch music by Totem, Pharaoh Mooncat, Fierce Le fey and more TBA! Bring friends and family! $10 suggested cover at door. This will be a HUGE night of dance and Ohana! Friends that arrive before 8p, get $5 entry! STARWATER: starwatermagick.org TOTEM: totemuzik.ninja PHARAOH MOONKAT: https://www.facebook.com/PharaohMoonkat/ FIERCE […]

Sale Dates and Times: Public Onsale : Fri, 25 Aug 2017 at 09:00 AM

“It’s a rollicking combination of esprit de corps, slapstick antics and innocent romance — not to mention intoxicating music highlighted by spectacular vocal writing.” ~ NPR Donizetti’s hilarious comedy about Marie, the army brat who is raised by a troop of soldiers, is full of brilliant music and vivid vocals. A true tomboy, she has […]

Sale Dates and Times: Public Onsale : Sat, 9 Dec 2017 at 09:00 AM Internet Presales : Wed, 6 Dec 2017 at 09:00 AM

The Hilo Farmers Market is a must-see experience when you are on the Big Island. Over 200+ local farmers, crafters, artisans, retailers and food vendors selling local and fresh island fruits, vegetables, hand made jewelry, tropical plants, original artworks, flowers, specialty confections and award winning Hawaii coffee! All at a festive outdoor atmosphere that recalls […]

Photo Credit: Courtney Kimmey Hundreds of local and internationally renowned artists will showcase their work through beautifying walls with street art during POW! WOW! Hawaii. Events throughout the week will be held in the Kaka’ako district and includes gallery shows, live panel discussions, mural projects, concerts, live art installations and more.

Join us for a fun morning in the garden! We have projects for many different skill levels and interests. We'll be mulching walkways and the fence line, painting signs to beautify the garden, and moving our compost bin to create "compost zones" in the garden. Parents, family members, friends, and kids who can work independently […]

Join us for a fun morning in the garden! We have projects for many different skill levels and interests, including general garden maintenance, mulching, trimming, and pulling weeds. Parents, family members, friends and kids who can work independently are all welcome. Please be sure to bring sun protection, water, and wear close toed shoes.