The Island of Hawaii is the youngest and largest island in the Hawaiian chain. Nearly twice as big as all of the other Hawaiian Islands combined (hence, it’s nickname, “The Big Island”), its sheer size is awe-inspiring.
Kona Historical Society hosts 'Hands on History," allowing visitors to engage in activities important to the lives of Kona's Japanese immigrants during the 1920s to 1940s. The 5.5 acre Farm tells the story of coffee pioneers, emphasizing family values, resourcefulness, and sustainable living. [...]
'Carnival of Orchids," Hilo Orchid Society's 64th Annual Show and Sale at Edith Kanakaole Stadium. Earlier this year: Friday "“ Sunday, June 3-5. Preview Party Thursday, June 2. Gorgeous orchid displays and sale of huge range of orchids. Demonstrations, refreshments, entertainment and [...]
What better way to learn about the wonders of the Universe than relaxing at the Hilo Town Tavern with friends, drinking space themed beverages and listening to astronomers share their discoveries? For those with or without a background in astronomy, Astronomy on Tap, Hilo is an event you will not [...]
Royal Hawaiian Center is a proud supporter of the PAI Foundation and the Maoli Arts Movement and invites the public for a Night Market in the Royal Grove to enjoy cultural arts, hula and Hawaiian music.
Ohe Kapala (bamboo stamps) is the decoration on a finished piece of Kapa (Hawiian paper mulberry). This workshop will teach the process of ohe kapala printing (bamboo stamps), showcasing different native Hawaiian designs and their meanings. Participants will use traditional techniques and [...]
Kai Opua Canoe Club, one of Hawaii’s oldest outrigger canoe clubs, will host crews from Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, Peru, Tahiti, United Kingdom and an estimated 75 crews from the US. Hawaii will be well represented with multiple crews and more than sixty Big Island crews [...]
Each student receives personal help from instructor Patti Pease Johnson on mixing colors using the four printing process colors: cyan, magenta, yellow & black, or use available premixed colors. Learn techniques such as wet on wet, wet on dry, and salt to create different surface textures on your [...]
How do you clean and store precious family photos, documents and heirlooms? Bring questions to “Care of Family Treasures” on Wednesday, August 31, when Kona Historical Society presents Malia Van Heukelem. Malia has worked with art and artifacts of all shapes and sizes as collections manager for [...]
Kona Historical Society presents the Hanohano O Kona lecture series. Allen Wall, Kona Historical Society Board President, kamaaina rancher, musician, Daniel Akaka, Mauna Lani Cultural Affairs Director, kahu, musician, and Alan Akaka, slack key artist, will discuss “Na Mele Paniolo O Kona,” [...]
Hamakua Harvest Annual Farm Festival
Sunday, May 29, 2016 8 am to 4 pm
The first Annual Hamakua Harvest Farm Festival will be an inspirational event celebrating local agriculture and the community.
The festivities will be held at the Hamakua Harvest site (at the [...]
