Wailea New Year’s mochi pounding canceled
Wailea New Year’s mochi pounding canceled
More than 50 to take the stage for The Nutcracker
The Christmas spirit will be in full force as more than 55 local dancers from West Hawaii Dance Theatre and Academy perform The Nutcracker ballet in Waimea on Saturday.
Messiah Sing-Along to honor longtime chorus leader, conductor
The 14th annual Handel’s Messiah Sing-Along is returning with a special honor for the longtime conductor and founder of Hilo’s holiday tradition.
Volcano Watch: Sniffing out stealthy gas escape between Kilauea’s eruptions
Kilauea has erupted three times in 2023 — January–March, June, and September — and has also experienced significant intrusive activity to the southwest of the summit since the beginning of October.
Matsuda named director of Keck Observatory
The W. M. Keck Observatory on Thursday announced the appointment of Rich Matsuda as its next director, effective Jan. 1.
Orchid Isle Orchestra to perform holiday-themed concert
Orchid Isle Orchestra celebrates the “Colors of the Season” in an evening concert at 7 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 18, at the East Hawaii Cultural Center in downtown Hilo.
UH-Hilo alumnus receives prestigious scholarship
A University of Hawaii at Hilo graduate is a recipient of the 2024 Marshall Scholarship and the first UH-Hilo student to receive the prestigious scholarship, the British government recently announced.
It’s a ‘Purple Hawaiian Christmas’ in Waimea: Kahilu presents Kalani Pe‘a on Friday
Three-time Grammy winner and four-time Na Hoku Hanohano award-winner Kalani Pe‘a returns to the Kahilu Theatre in Waimea for a special “Purple Hawaiian Christmas” concert at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 15.
The Kingston Trio brings rich legacy to Palace stage
The Kingston Trio’s status in American music history is secure — so much so, the seminal modern folk trio was awarded a lifetime achievement Grammy in 2011.
Six culinary scholarships awarded to budding young chefs
KAILUA-KONA — The Kona Kohala Chefs Association recognized six recent scholarship winners Saturday at the sold out “Christmas with the Chefs” gala on the grounds of Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel.
HPD detective honored for outstanding work
Hawaii Police Department Detective John Balberde was honored Wednesday morning with the Haweo Award during a ceremony held at the Hawaii County Council chambers in Hilo.
Applicants needed for paid STEM-based internship
Applicants are being sought for the Akamai Internship Program.
Kona charter school launches freediving safety course
KAILUA-KONA — It’s never too early to mitigate risks, and perhaps no one knows that better than West Hawaii Explorations Academy.
Jingle Bell 5K Beer run this Sat.
Everyone is invited to participate in the first annual Jingle Bell 5K Beer Run, happening at 10 a.m. on Saturday at the Shops at Mauna Lani.
Palace to host 3 holiday-themed dance events featuring more than 150 performers
After months of rehearsals, three local dance studios will be showcasing their dancers with performances at the Hilo Palace Theater throughout this month.
Paradise Studio Tour this weekend in HPP
Hawaii Island is rich in history, fine craftsmanship and art. The land is imbued with a power that gives birth to, inspires and lures artists from remote regions to these beautiful shores.
World of Magic returns to Hilo
Oahu-based magician Kaulana will be showcased next week during the 21st annual World of Magic performance at the Palace Theater in downtown Hilo.
Woman’s club hosts charity concert
The Hilo Woman’s Club will be hosting its Holiday Magic Concert at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9, at the clubhouse on 7 Lele Street, Hilo,
Kona Choral Society presents two concerts next month
This December, the mutuality of the aloha and holiday spirit will be celebrated in the Kona Choral Society’s Annual Holiday Concert Series.
Hilo Medical Center gets $1M grant
Hilo Medical Center will receive $1 million to alleviate a shortage of health care workers in East Hawaii.
