Events

LEGO lovers, join us for an hour of free play with LEGO Bricks! No sign-up required. We also have DUPLO bricks for preschool aged children. Children under the age of 6 must be accompanied by an adult.

Free hands-on art activities for all ages! Every second Saturday of the month. Museum galleries will be open; admission is always free. Drop in at any time, allowing about 30 minutes to complete a project. All materials provided. (December 2017 activity with to be announced) First floor Multipurpose Room, No. 1 Capitol District Building. Parking […]

Join us in the Library’s front lobby for a program of holiday music including selections from Tchaikovsky’s beloved Nutcracker. The concert will feature handbells, clarinet, flute, piano, trumpet, violin, singers, and the Kapiolani Community College Synthesizer Ensemble.

From music videos to DIY commercials, learn how to produce professional quality videos of your own in this workshop with experienced filmmaker, director and producer, Jörg Fockele. Jörg Fockele is a critically acclaimed filmmaker, executive producer and TV director/producer of shows such as Bravo’s “Queer Eye,” ABC ’s “Wife Swap,” MTV’s “Savage U” and AMC’s […]

Echo! Gyro! Martellato! Shake! No, this isn’t the latest dance craze, but some of the ringing techniques used by handbell ringers. Handbells are derived from the tower bells of England. “Change ringers” needed a way of practicing their melodies without disturbing the entire town, and so, handbells were developed. Soon, the ringing of handbells became […]

Belle (Emma Watson), a bright, beautiful and independent young woman, is taken prisoner by a beast (Dan Stevens) in his castle. Despite her fears, she befriends the castle’s enchanted staff and learns to look beyond the beast’s hideous exterior, allowing her to recognize the kind heart and soul of the true prince that hides on […]

Children can meet Mr. and Mrs. Santa (John Hughes and Lori Venus-Hughes). Santa will read a story and each child will receive a small gift courtesy of the Kay A. Edwards Memorial Fund and Santa & Mrs. Claus. Families are encouraged to bring a camera to take a holiday photo with the Clauses. All young […]

Children can meet Mr. and Mrs. Santa (John Hughes and Lori Venus-Hughes). Santa will read a story and each child will receive a small gift courtesy of the Kay A. Edwards Memorial Fund and Santa & Mrs. Claus. Families are encouraged to bring a camera to take a holiday photo with the Clauses. All young […]

Local Music - Local Food - Local Artists - Local Causes The North Shore's FIRST Sunset Festival on the grounds of Sunset Beach Christian Church. Music From Ron Artis II, Heritage, Chinky Mahoe & Hālau Hula Kawaili‘ulā, Three2Rock (feat. Thunder Artis) Causes: Kokua Hawaii Foundation Sustainable Coastlines Talk Story with Eric Arakawa Designs Aaron Gold […]

Come on down on Saturday, December 9th, at 6pm, talk story, play some bingo, enjoy some ONO GRINDZ and support your local Veterans all at the same time!! Yummy, yummy!! Dinner includes chili, vegetarian chili, rice, cornbread, salad and a variety of desserts! You receive 2 complimentary bingo cards with dinner! This is sponsored by […]

Sing out the holiday cheer with the Waimea Community Chorus as they celebrate their 24th Annual Holiday Concert, Holiday Favorite’s! The concert will take place at the Kahilu Theatre Saturday, December 9 at 7 PM and Sunday, December 10 at 3 PM. This year there are over 70 community members participating in the choir, ages […]

Enjoy a well-deserved break from the hustle and bustle of the holidays with the Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra (HSO) at its annual Holiday Pops concert featuring Grammy-nominated vocalist Amy Hānaiali’i. The performance will include local holiday favorites such as Po La’i E (Silent Night), Hamau E Na Kanaka (Hark The Herald Angels Sing) and Mele Kalikimaka, […]

Local Legend Kaʻikena Scanlan and Legend in His Own Mind Buckman Coe team up for a night of island soul & roots

Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival Series These festivals function as a showcase for some of Hawai`i's foremost artists in the slack key guitar genre. These artists, through the festival, help to promote, preserve, and perpetuate Hawai`i's indigenous guitar art form that is 185 years old. These festivals also serves as an educational tool for visitors […]

Jeff Peterson & Mālama ‘Aina Carl St. Clair, conductor Jeff Peterson, slack key guitar Beethoven – Overture to Egmont Jeff Peterson – Concerto for Slack Key Guitar and Orchestra, Mālama ‘Āina Prokofiev – Symphony No. 5 Jeff Peterson is an artist who lives in the heart of Hawaii’s music scene. He has been honored with […]

Jeff Peterson & Mālama ‘Aina Carl St. Clair, conductor Jeff Peterson, slack key guitar Beethoven – Overture to Egmont Jeff Peterson – Concerto for Slack Key Guitar and Orchestra, Mālama ‘Āina Prokofiev – Symphony No. 5 Jeff Peterson is an artist who lives in the heart of Hawaii’s music scene. He has been honored with […]

Medicine Tribe Presents Nahko Live In Maui Hawaii on Sunday, December 10th at The Maui Arts & Cultural Center! ABOUT THIS SHOW 1. Ticket Prices $30 + fees Prices increase day of show 2. Online tickets can be printed at home 3. All ages welcome 4. Hours The doors opens at 6pm Opening artists start […]

Yoga for Cause - Salvation Army Angel Tree Monday December 11, 5:30 pm yogahour with Masae, Cost $6 All proceeds for this yogahour class go to the Salvation Army Angel Tree program. The Angel Tree program runs every holiday season to provide underprivileged children and seniors with gifts for the holidays. Balancing Monkey is currently […]

Yoga for Cause - Salvation Army Angel Tree Monday December 11, 5:30 pm yogahour with Masae, Cost $6 All proceeds for this yogahour class go to the Salvation Army Angel Tree program. The Angel Tree program runs every holiday season to provide underprivileged children and seniors with gifts for the holidays. Balancing Monkey is currently […]

North Kohala Public Library is hosting a special holiday craft and game night just for teens, ages 13-19. Join us on Monday December 11th, at 6p.m. to make photo luminaries and Christmas ornaments. Photos will be printed on vellum at the library, so please bring your photos, or have them saved on a USB flash […]

Join us for Monday Movie Night! Refusing to give up her belief in Santa Claus, a child, Jessica Riggs (Rebecca Harrell), discovers a hurt reindeer in the woods, which she believes to be Prancer. With the help of a sympathetic veterinarian (Abe Vigoda), Jessica takes care of the wounded creature. It's supposed to be a […]

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.

Celebrate the holiday season with Karol’s Karolers! This concert will feature many beloved Christmas classics as well as many lesser-known musical gems from around the world. Karol’s Karolers was founded in October 2012 by David Del Rocco, Michal Nowicki, and Karol Nowicki with the intent of spreading holiday cheer and exposing listeners to music of […]

North Kohala Public Library’s book group meets at 11 a.m. on the second Tuesday of each month. The December book selection is “The Life Changing magic of Tidying Up” by Marie Kondo. Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 15 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if special accommodations […]

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 […]

Tap your feet and be delighted with fun winter music and dance by local talent May Shumway’s Keiki Chorus and Singer’s Company. Program schedule is subject to change. Please contact the library 10 days in advance if special accommodations are required.

Tap your feet and be delighted with fun winter music and dance by local talent May Shumway’s Keiki Chorus and Singer’s Company. Program schedule is subject to change. Please contact the library 10 days in advance if special accommodations are required.

Monthly meeting. Holiday Potluck at 6 pm, meeting at 6:30 pm Round table discussion about bee interests and issues. 2018 Election of Officers Speaker: Everyone welcome

The authors of the book Images of Aviation: Barbers Point NAS will take you through the timeline of naval aviation history in Hawaii from World War Two through the Cold War and the closure of Barbers Point Naval Air Station in 1999. Presented by Brad Hayes, Executive Director, and Brad Sekigawa, Historian and professional model […]

DETAILS Presented By: BAMP Project Support: Doors: 6pm Safehouse 21+ | 7pm Concert Hall Show Time: 8pm Age Restriction: All Ages Accompanied by an Adult (18+) TICKET INFO Ticket Prices: $37.50 GA | $5 increase day of show. All ticket prices are in advance with applicable fees. Ticket prices may increase on the day of […]

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 […]

Join us for a special a cappella performance from the local choral group, Harmony on Tap. Cool women making H.O.T. music, for a good cause. This program is free and suitable for all ages. Please contact the library 15 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or special accommodations.

Join us for an interactive screening of the 1966 classic Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas, narrated by Boris Karloff with songs by Dr. Seuss and Albert Hague. This 30-minute movie will begin at 3:30 p.m. followed by crafts and activities inspired by the book. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or […]

Join us for an interactive screening of the 1966 classic Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas, narrated by Boris Karloff with songs by Dr. Seuss and Albert Hague. This 30-minute movie will begin at 3:30 p.m. followed by crafts and activities inspired by the book. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or […]

If you ever wanted to learn to play chess, our Chess Wednesdays at the Kapolei Public Library are a perfect start! Each Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., a representative from Hawaii Chess Federation will be available to teach the basics of chess. Enthusiasts of all skill levels age 10 and up are welcome […]

Make your own earrings at the library! Make your own set of festive earrings to dress up any outfit for the holidays. This one-hour program is suited for adults and is limited to the first 8 patrons. Space is limited and online RSVP is required to participate. RSVP online for this event by selecting the […]

Make your own earrings at the library! Make your own set of festive earrings to dress up any outfit for the holidays. This one-hour program is suited for adults and is limited to the first 8 patrons. Space is limited and online RSVP is required to participate. RSVP online for this event by selecting the […]

Join us for free picture-taking with Santa and his elf!! Picture-taking is on a first-come, first-served basis. Simple activities and crafts for keiki will be provided in the Children’s Room. On behalf of the Kapolei Public Library staff: Have a happy holiday season and best wishes for a new year filled with joy, good health, […]

Join us for free picture-taking with Santa and his elf!! Picture-taking is on a first-come, first-served basis. Simple activities and crafts for keiki will be provided in the Children’s Room. On behalf of the Kapolei Public Library staff: Have a happy holiday season and best wishes for a new year filled with joy, good health, […]

• Create your own vegan lip balms and sugar scrub using Hawaiian grown noni oil, coconut oil, essential oils, and other natural ingredients. • Receive a free Puna Noni wristlet, perfect for carrying your handmade lip balms! • Enjoy vegan Christmas cookies and noni coffee! Puna Noni Naturals is a family owned and operated business […]

The whole family is invited to bring ukulele and join the Hau’oli Kupuna Ukulele Club as they strum and sing holiday favorites. There will be cookies! Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 10 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if special accommodations are needed.

In light of its upcoming production of the chamber opera As One, Hawaii Opera Theatre (HOT) presents a FREE film screening of KUMU HINA - the story of Hina, a transgender native Hawaiian teacher and cultural icon who brings to life Hawaii's long-held embrace of mahu - those who embody both male and female spirit, […]

Hawaiian Sanctuary is proud to present: Plant Aloha, a FREE educational series of sustainable farming classes. Every Thursday morning, from 9:00am until 12:30pm, with special Saturday monthly offerings, led by local and visiting experts. Visit our website for more information: http://hawaiiansanctuary.com/plantaloha Thursday, December 14th 2017 – 9:00am-12:30pm Planting Cycles of the Hawaiian Moon Calendar, with […]

Join us for a fun hip-hop event with Mr. Kneel, an award-winning musician, educator, and professional goofball! Parents and children alike will enjoy this fresh blend of hip-hop for kids. Get up and dance with Mr. Kneel has we celebrate what it really means to be a kid with fun and inspiring hip-hop music! This […]

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, […]

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 […]