November 16-19, 2017 HONOLULU Fashion Week will return this fall at the Hawaii Convention Center. The three-day event will highlight international and local design talent with collaborative and individual runway shows, VIP events, pop-up boutiques, exclusive merchandise and other events. Photo Credit: Ross D Hamamura - SONY
We will be hand sewing a small felt figure suitable as a gift or ornament. All materials will be supplied. To reserve a seat, call 586-3520, or sign up at the Hawaii State Library's Art, Music & Recreation Reference Desk. Craft program will take place on the 2nd floor balcony adjacent to the Art, Music, […]
Toe Tappin Thursdays With The Ing Crowd!! No cover!
Hawai’i International Film Festival As the vanguard forum of international cinematic achievement in the Asia-Pacific region, Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF) endeavors to recognize new and emerging talent, promote career development and original collaborations through innovative education programs, and facilitate dynamic cultural exchange through the cinema arts. The Palace Theater is proud to be a […]
Thursday Nov. 16th, the Hilo Tavern is gonna be bumpin'!!! (and EVERY 3rd Thursday of each month) Join #djUplifter/Bjorn Coker & #djMauka/Jason Lynch +plus special guest dj Sapience/Joey Cabal as they whip you into a dancing frenzy!!! -Dancehall -Hip-Hop -Breaks -Trap -Bass No Cover...9pm-2am Hilotowntavern Keawestreet / Hilo Town Tavern
Located at the Hawaii Opera Plaza, 848 S. Beretania St., Suite 310 Find the HOT-test deals in town! UP TO 50% OFF ON MEN'S AND WOMEN'S DESIGNER CLOTHING, JEWELRY, FESTIVE HOME DECOR & MORE. Shop and support the Hawaii Opera Theatre at the same time! This event provides the opportunity to shop for couture and […]
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 […]
This Science Cafe will feature people from the Big Island scientific communities doing talks/activities related to their fields. 6-9pm, Free for all ages
UKIRT Observatory on Maunakea is currently studying a fascinating system of small planets that are orbiting a nearby cool red star called TRAPPIST-1. Three of these planets are considered to be in the habitable zone, where conditions would allow liquid water to exist on the surface and potentially allow for life to exist. Learn more […]
The Bizarre Ride 2 - The Pharcyde 25th Anniversary Tour featuring Fatlip, Slim Kid3, K-Natural, and L.A. Jay. with special guests Khingz, Mic Flont, Franchise (of The Come-Up). Friday, Nov.17th 2017 More details TBA soon!
The Hilo Farmers Market is a must-see experience when you are on the Big Island. Over 200 local farmers and crafters sell their produce, crafts, gift items and tropical flowers in a festive outdoor atmosphere that recalls back to the old "plantation" days of early Hilo. Located at the corner of Mamo Street and Kamehameha […]
This month we'll be working on building new benches for the kids to sit on during class, and preparing growing areas for planting. Our garden care days are always a lot of fun and a great way to learn about organic gardening from people in the neighborhood. Join us for all or part of the […]
Maui School Garden Network is hosting a Central Maui School Garden Tour of four schools. Don’t miss this great opportunity to learn how each of these school garden programs has dealt with challenges and successes in its growth process, and how they have all been able to influence healthy eating, career choices and school curriculum […]
The Aloha 'Āina Recycling Drive will be at Sunset Beach Elementary School from 9:00am - 12:00pm on Saturday, November 18, 2017. Stop by to drop off miscellaneous recyclable items! We will be collecting: -Scrap metal (bicycles, refrigerators, other appliances, gas tanks w/main valve removed, etc.) -Electronics (including computers, TVs, laptops, printer -Cartridges, cell phones, cameras, […]
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 Saturday, November 18th 2017 – 9:00am-1:00pm Growing the Connoisseur's Durian: methods for growing durian […]
In this workshop we will make beautiful handmade paper with natural plant fibers and recycled paper. Explore a variety of plants grown in Hawaii that produce fiber used in papermaking. Each step in the process of turning fiber into paper will be covered: havesting, beating, cooking, blending and sheet formation...from "seed to shee." We will […]
Children 11 and under are invited to Makawao Library for a colorful celebration of gratitude with local art teacher Chelsea Toia-Vaas. In this hands-on workshop, kids will learn to create expressive trees of thanks using acrylic paints and a simple pointillism technique. All materials will be provided at this free program sponsored by Maui Friends […]
The fascia was classified as the largest organ system of the body in 2012. Your fascia has been determined to be the root cause of the majority of musculoskeletal ailments including: knee pain, shin splints, elbow tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, and many more! Anthony Chrisco BS , ACE, NASM PES, is co-owner of Your […]
Storyteller Dave Del Rocco will share folktales from around the world, including Laos, Hawaii, Italy, Africa, the Philippines, and more. His stories are mostly funny and explain how different cultures view aspects of their world. Dave is a former Children’s Librarian with the Hawaii State Public Library System and has translated several children’s books into […]
Enjoy stories, song and movement! Make a craft to take home to remember the day's stories! This storytime is best for toddlers and children up to first grade. Children under the age of six must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Should a sign language interpreter or other accommodations be needed, please notify the library […]
Help make the holiday season greener by practicing an eco-craft borrowed from the Japanese with Evelyn Nakamura. Learn to use a square piece of fabric to wrap a variety of gifts of different sizes and shapes. The wrapper becomes part of the gift and can be reused later. Examples of other uses of furoshiki will […]
John Keawe is a Hawaii Island songwriter, slack key guitarist, and a multiple Na Hoku Hanohano Award recipient. Mr. Keawe will share the history of slack key and perform some of his many compositions both instrumentally and vocally. This 45-minute program is suitable for ages 5 and older. Young children must be accompanied by a […]
Muolaulani is a contemporary Hawaiian dance company showcasing hula at its highest art form. They are noted for their innovative presentations. Artistic Director and Kumu Hula Michael Pili Pang brings to the stage Hawaiian rituals, myths, and legends with a contemporary flair, to tell the stories of Hawai’i and its rich culture. Muolaulani performers have […]
Muolaulani is a contemporary Hawaiian dance company showcasing hula at its highest art form. They are noted for their innovative presentations. Artistic Director and Kumu Hula Michael Pili Pang brings to the stage Hawaiian rituals, myths, and legends with a contemporary flair, to tell the stories of Hawai’i and its rich culture. Muolaulani performers have […]
Transform unwanted envelopes of various sizes and shapes into useful and attractive gift packages and bags! Large discarded mailing envelopes will be used to make 2 practical handle gift bags. Samples of other envelope packages and bags will be shared. This is one hour class will accommodate up to 15 participants. Preference will be given […]
Transform unwanted envelopes of various sizes and shapes into useful and attractive gift packages and bags! Large discarded mailing envelopes will be used to make 2 practical handle gift bags. Samples of other envelope packages and bags will be shared. This is one hour class will accommodate up to 15 participants. Preference will be given […]
Sale Dates and Times: Public Onsale : Wed, 8 Nov 2017 at 09:00 AM
Date: Saturday, November 18, 2017 at 7:00 pm Venue: Blaisdell Concert Hall Sale Date: Friday, September 1, 2017 at 10:00 am HST Ticket Value: $110 Orch AA – EE $82 Orch A – T $62 Balc A – O $44 Orch U – Z, Balc P – S
This double screening will show two locally-made films, Reefs at Risk and Aloha From Lavaland. Following the films, there will be a Q&A with the filmmakers. Admission: $5 at the door. ABOUT THE FILMS: Reefs at Risk (11 minutes). Set on the beautiful beaches of Hawaii, “Reefs at Risk” explores the harmful effects some sunscreen […]
Featuring : Marcie Dasalla (vocals) Will Divine (drums and vocals) Tim DeSilva (bass) Wesley Matsuda (guitar and synths)
Yummy, Yummy in your Tummy!! Come on down, November 19th at 9am, talk story, enjoy ono grindz AND support your local Veterans all at the same time! Includes scrambled eggs, hash browns, rice, gravy and biscuits, fruit cocktail, coffee and tea! Eat In or Take out… Please share with your friends and family! This is […]
Fascia is dense, tough tissue that surrounds muscles and bones. Fascia can be released through 3 main processes: compression, stretching, and twisting. Myofascial release utilizes compression while Yin yoga uses supported yoga poses to stretch and twist the fascia. Releasing fascia can improve mobility, reduce tension and pressure in the musculoskeletal system, decrease pain, and […]
Learn Medicare basics and what to do during Medicare Open Enrollment*, which ends on December 7, 2017. A Hawaii SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) counselor will be available to answer any of your Medicare-related questions after the presentation. *Medicare beneficiaries should evaluate their Medicare plan and prescription drug coverage annually. As our health care […]
Please join us for a holiday feast including entertainment from Mike Love, a photobooth, and a delicious feast provided by Hale Kealoha. Siblings welcome!!
Oooey, gooey, smushy, squishy, slime! Calling all Slimers. Create your own disgusting and audacious slime for the holidays! This slime is holiday themed, and will be pumpkin pie scented! All materials will be provided, and once you learn how to make slime with us, you will never forget how to, it will be with you […]
Oooey, gooey, smushy, squishy, slime! Calling all Slimers. Create your own disgusting and audacious slime for the holidays! This slime is holiday themed, and will be pumpkin pie scented! All materials will be provided, and once you learn how to make slime with us, you will never forget how to, it will be with you […]
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.
Tickets are on sale Friday, July 14th, 2017 at 9:00am at all locations listed below. This is an all ages accompanied with an adult event. Since the release of her 2013 breakout Pushin' Against A Stone, Valerie June has been patiently at work in the garden of song, nurturing seedlings with love and care into […]
North Kohala historian, Boyd D. Bond will present a talk story session on “Food and Agriculture in the Islands”. Starting with the native environment and examining the canoe plants the first Polynesians brought with them, Bond will describe ancient foods and farming practices, and how that changed with western contact, and how it changed again […]
Learn about Maui’s rare and unique forest birds during a free multimedia presentation by Laura Berthold. Many of Maui’s forest birds are found nowhere else in the world! Learn about these birds, their native habitat, and the Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project’s initiatives to help them through this one-hour presentation. Laura Berthold is an ornithologist […]
No Reservations Required Join us for FREE Vegetarian Cooking Classes. A huge range of recipes will satisfy even the pickiest of eaters! We'll be sharing outstanding recipes that are easy on effort and big on taste! Every 3rd Tuesday of the month 5pm - 6pm We'll be teaching the following recipes: -Sweet Potato Biscuits -Mushroom […]
No Reservations Required Join us for FREE Vegetarian Cooking Classes. A huge range of recipes will satisfy even the pickiest of eaters! We'll be sharing outstanding recipes that are easy on effort and big on taste! Every 3rd Tuesday of the month 5pm - 6pm We'll be teaching the following recipes: -Sweet Potato Biscuits -Mushroom […]
It's the start of Makahiki ! In Hawaii, it is a time of celebration of the years harvest, games of sport and a time of peace. The celebration includes feasting, hula (dancing), fertility, relaxation but most importantly, giving thanks, reflection, refreshing and building our bonds to the land, to family and to friends old and […]
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 […]
The State Foundation on Culture and the Arts will be closed on Thursday, November 23, 2017 in observance of Thanksgiving Day.
Group Led Practice with Rachel As part of its Yoga for a Cause program, Balancing Monkey is hosting a Salvation Army Angel Tree and collecting additional funds to purchase gifts. The Angel Tree program runs every holiday season to provide under-privileged children and seniors with gifts for the holidays. Your attendance at class helps us […]
Join your Kalani Honua 'Ohana for a Thanksgiving Feast that will merge traditional holiday favorites with local ingredients prepared with love and intention by Chef Jared “Dusk” Paul and crew. Dinner Menu will Include: Organic Carrot Ginger Soup (featuring carrots from Ginger Ridge Farms) Whole Roasted Free-Range Turkey with Pan Gravy Organic Vegan Sausage Loaf […]
Aloha!! It's that time again!!! Every year on Black Friday the all of the Hula Grill bartenders give back and donate all the tips from the day to someone in need. This year we have chosen our very own, much loved, former bartender, Melinda Rochon, to be our recipient! Unfortunately Melinda’s home burned down during […]
Master taiko drummer Kenny Endo and his Taiko Center of the Pacific ensemble will demonstrate and discuss taiko in group and festival drumming. Learn about the different drums and percussion instruments of Japan as used in traditional and contemporary music. Kenny Endo and his ensemble have performed extensively all over the United States and throughout […]
