Events

Beginner Yoga taught in Japanese. Second Friday of every Month at 5:30pm. Cost $10 Taught by Masae, Yumi and Megumi. 英語がちょっと苦手・・・ ヨガをしてみたいけど、英語に自信がない・・・ 日本語で気軽にヨガを始めてみませんか？ 日本人講師が初級クラスを教えます。 初心者の方、大歓迎！

Free admission! HPAF’S faculty of renowned performers in a concert of opera and chamber music.

Songwriters of the Big Island & beyond will be showcasing their original music in it's most raw form, with only a microphone & thier instrument. This intimatte evening of music is a reacurring event that happens on second Fridays. Enjoy a different line-up every month with some great Big Island Songwriters. 7-10pm, All ages, $5. […]

Health & Wellness Event 3 of 4! Join us for a Summer Hike & Swim adventure to the Puukohola Heiau & Hapuna Beach! RSVP by July 5th

Enjoy a morning of working and learning in the garden! This month we will be doing summer maintenance projects and preparing the garden for planting when school starts in August. Grow Some Good volunteers will be on hand to answer questions about bugs, plant disease issues and tips on growing an organic garden in Kihei. […]

The Hilo Public Library welcomes chess players of all ages and skill levels to our weekly club gatherings every Saturday. Players can challenge one another in friendly weekly competitions and learn various strategies from ranked BICC chess players. Players may use chess boards purchased with Friends of Hilo Public Library funds during this designated time. […]

Bring yourself, your keiki, or come as a team to TGH for an Indigo dye adventure. Create a new wardrobe with indigo dye. Bring something with a stain/imperfection to recycle, reuse, & renew! Price: Adult: $25; Parent/Keiki team (1 adult/1 keiki) $35. Ages: 10 and up ***Bring two garments to dye (only: cotton, linen, rayon, […]

The ʻAlalā Project leaders will give a talk about the ʻAlalā, and share information about the upcoming release of captive-bred ʻAlalā in the Fall of 2016. Following the presentation, an informal session for families to participate in making an ʻAlalā mask (coloring activity) and a talk story will take place afterwards. Program schedule is subject […]

Presented by HouseMart Ace Hardware and HouseMart Ben Franklin Crafts in celebration of the Hawaii State Public Library System’s 2016 Summer Reading Program. Keiki ages 5 and older, accompanied by a parent or caregiver, can join-in this special “Hardware Science” program that ties-in to this year’s theme of “Health and Fitness for the Mind, Body […]

Be amazed at a Magical Bubble Show by Aloha Party Experts! This fun, educational, and interactive event will stimulate your critical thinking skills. There will be bubbles of all sizes, some even big enough to put a person inside!

Dr. Terry Shintani, Univeristy of Hawaii medical professor, Harvard-trained nutritionist, and author of 14 books, describes the benefits of eating for peace of body, mind and spirit. Discover how eating following Dr. Shintani's Peace Diet can help heal and control obesity, aging and disease. His newest book, The Peace Diet, will be available for purchase.

Bring the keiki to watch Kung Fu Panda 3 (PG)! Free popcorn & fruit punch provided by the Friends of McCully-Moili'ili Library while supplies last!

As a part of the Summer Reading Program's focus on fitness and wellness, come hear about the average day of an Emergency Room doctor (from Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center) and a Paradmedic (from Maui). Learn about how they make decisions and care for people.

(details to be announced) Free hands-on art activities for all ages! Every second Saturday of the month. Museum galleries will be open; admission is always free. First floor Multipurpose Room, No. 1 Capitol District Building. Parking across the street in the Ali'i Place building (entrance at 1099 Alakea St., $3 flat rate on weekends, cash […]

Can you remember the sense of peace and enjoyment you felt while coloring as a child? Can coloring help you relax? From choosing colors to the gentle, repetitive motion of your hands as you bring color to paper, coloring can be seen as a form of "active meditation". Oftentimes, when you think of meditation, you […]

Chee-Yun and Friends Perform "Vivaldi’s Four Seasons" Four Seasons Resort Hualalai ballroom, Kailua-Kona. $65 general admission & $100 ticket includes: reserved upfront seating, plus a Meet and Greet at Ke’Olu at Hualalai post- concert, Q&A with Chee-Yun and Iggy Jang. Pupu and wine included. Limited to 75 reserved seats. Sponsored by Eve Bernstein and Alex […]

Saturday, July 9th... $10/person; includes dinner of chili, vegetarian chili, rice, cornbread, salad and a variety of desserts! You receive 2 cards complementary with dinner!

Saturday, July 9th... $10/person; includes dinner of chili, vegetarian chili, rice, cornbread, salad and a variety of desserts! You receive 2 cards complementary with dinner!

We will not be at Wai'oli Lounge on Saturday July 9 (there will be a sub band). We return to the Lounge on July 16. Mahalo for your support.

Layers of Sounds A convergence of waves where various artistic styles, instruments and techniques meet to create a night of seamless musical energy. Layers of Sound will feature one of the Big Island's favorite turntablists DJ Uplifter, lyrical folk/reggae songwriter Drew Daniels and tribal drum collective Nani Ka Ala. Bringing together a fusion of styles […]

William Singe has rapidly taken the game by storm, breaking out and rising from 100 to 1.5 million Facebook followers in a matter of months. With his massive growth, Will has become one the most talked about artists online, recently being praised by One Direction alongside a long collective of other powerhouse artists. With his […]

HPAF Strings at the United Methodist Church, Honoka’a. Free to the public! Iggy Jang brings his string program to this beautiful and historic setting. Sponsored by Jane and Bill Lichter, and Elodie and Robb Imogen.

nformational seminar on the Leeward Bikeway by presenters from the Hawaii Bicycling League. The Leeward Bikeway is a proposed 23 mile multi-use path that will run from Pearl Harbor in Aiea to Nanakuli.

Teacher and students practice together in this once-a-month led class. Expand and explore your practice in a fun and supportive environment. Open to all-levels.

Teacher and students practice together in this once-a-month led class. Expand and explore your practice in a fun and supportive environment. Open to all-levels.

An evening of Italian food with Hawaiian ingredients with Casey Halpern of Cafe Pesto as your Chef.

Dinner of Italian food with Hawaiian ingredients with Chef Casey Halpern from Cafe Pesto Hilo Music by David Gomes

An evening of Italian food with Hawaiian ingredients with Casey Halpern of Cafe Pesto as your Chef.

Dinner of Italian food with Hawaiian ingredients with Chef Casey Halpern from Cafe Pesto Hilo Music by David Gomes

Opera on the Rocks! Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel’s Coast Grille, Kohala Coast. $65 general admission, cash bar and pupus for purchase. We’re taking opera out of the opera house and into the bar! Favorite arias in a fun and casual setting. Sponsored in part by Dr. Marcia and Stanley Wishnick, and by The Leonore and […]

Opera on the Rocks! Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel’s Coast Grille, Kohala Coast. $65 general admission, cash bar and pupus for purchase. We’re taking opera out of the opera house and into the bar! Favorite arias in a fun and casual setting. Sponsored in part by Dr. Marcia and Stanley Wishnick, and by The Leonore and […]

Opera on the Rocks! Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel’s Coast Grille, Kohala Coast. $65 general admission, cash bar and pupus for purchase. We’re taking opera out of the opera house and into the bar! Favorite arias in a fun and casual setting. Sponsored in part by Dr. Marcia and Stanley Wishnick, and by The Leonore and […]

Sundays July 10th- August 7th 5:30pm-6:45pm Special Summer Price: $10 drop-ins, $45 series New to yoga? Have questions? Want to refine your practice and get back to the basics? Then this is the series for you! Learn foundational yoga poses, proper alignment, how to breathe and basic philosophy. Build strength, increase flexibility and gain confidence […]

Sundays July 10th- August 7th 5:30pm-6:45pm Special Summer Price: $10 drop-ins, $45 series New to yoga? Have questions? Want to refine your practice and get back to the basics? Then this is the series for you! Learn foundational yoga poses, proper alignment, how to breathe and basic philosophy. Build strength, increase flexibility and gain confidence […]

Ages 18+ yrs. Free 10 minute massage by Dacia of North Shore Mobile Massage! First come - first serve. Restrictions: NO open wounds and NO illness.

Keiki of all ages and their families can learn about the importance of eating a healthy, balanced meal and exercising 60 minutes every day! Parents and adults are encouraged to bring their own cameras for a photo op of their child with Lani Moo and Calci Calcium after the 20-minute program. Young keiki must be […]

Learn more about Ipu Lani, an initiative that strives to revitalize Hawai'i's ipu culture through agriculture, art, and education. Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the hosting library two weeks in advance to request a sign language interpreter or other special accommodations: 323-7585.

Join us at the North Kohala Public Library for a free screening of STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS! Program schedule is subject to change. Please contact the hosting library as soon as possible for more information, or to arrange special accommodations (example: a sign language interpreter): 889-6655.

Join us at the North Kohala Public Library for a free screening of STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS! Program schedule is subject to change. Please contact the hosting library as soon as possible for more information, or to arrange special accommodations (example: a sign language interpreter): 889-6655.

Join us to create paper sculptures with artist and educator Kathy Chinn Chock. Learn the techniques of cutting, scoring, and folding paper to create unique pieces of art. Books on paper sculptures and crafts will be available to browse and borrow. Individuals and groups are welcome to register. This free workshop is suitable for ages […]

There’s lots of fun to be had making arts and crafts with Miki Bekkum, after Storytime. Come and play, all ages welcome. Children under 4yrs must be accompanied by an adult.

The North Kohala Public Library's reading group will discuss TOO MUCH HAPPINESS by Alice Munro. The library reading group meets on the second Tuesday of each month to discuss a variety of fiction, nonfiction, contemporary, and classic titles. Copies of the book are available to check out from the library, and are often available in […]

HPAF Jr. Strings – Short and Sweet St James Episcopal Church, Waimea at 12:30. Free to the public! Our youngest students perform with the exuberance and innocence of youth. This mid-day concert is a favorite year after year. Sponsored by Carol and Bruce Whitaker.

Come have a sweet time with: stories, games, art, and yummy watermelon! Free and fun for all ages!

Yogi-Librarian Janet Lam will offer a three-session introduction to the principles of yoga. The second session on July 12 will focus on the yoga principles of breath, concentration, and meditation. Lam will share breathing techniques, and the ancient power of meditation for stress relief in the modern world. This program is being offered as one […]

Come have a sweet time with: stories, games, art, and yummy watermelon! Free and fun for all ages!

Yogi-Librarian Janet Lam will offer a three-session introduction to the principles of yoga. The second session on July 12 will focus on the yoga principles of breath, concentration, and meditation. Lam will share breathing techniques, and the ancient power of meditation for stress relief in the modern world. This program is being offered as one […]

Phone bank for KANIELA ING, Hawaii Center for Food Safety Action Fund's pick for True Food Candidate in House District 11. Join us TUESDAY 7/12 in KIHEI from 4-5 for pizza, refreshments and training. Stay until 7 for a couple hours of group phone banking to support each other in our efforts to re-elect KANIELA […]

Phone bank for KANIELA ING, Hawaii Center for Food Safety Action Fund's pick for True Food Candidate in House District 11. Join us TUESDAY 7/12 in KIHEI from 4-5 for pizza, refreshments and training. Stay until 7 for a couple hours of group phone banking to support each other in our efforts to re-elect KANIELA […]