Calendar for September 14
Get out and go! There’s something for everyone in this week’s Calendar. Check it out!
Tropical Gardening: Colombia’s drylands expanding
Desertification is nothing new to the world, but global warming combined with human activities is accelerating this phenomenon.
The old saying “rain follows the forest and desert follows man” is rather depressing, but it doesn’t have to be if we understand how deserts are created and how we can reverse the process.
In Ecuador, a nighttime crypt visit for the morbidly curious
QUITO, Ecuador — It’s a chilly night in Ecuador’s capital and the small group of men and women visiting the city’s oldest cemetery are understandably nervous.
Volcano Watch: Volcano scientists gather for a volatile meeting
This week, a group of volcanic gas scientists from throughout the United States, including staff from the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, will gather at the Cascades Volcano Observatory in Vancouver, Wash., for a workshop to improve and facilitate collaboration within the volcanic gas community during times of eruption or volcanic unrest.
Ganesh Chaturthi festival comes to close
Ganesh Chaturthi is one of the important Hindu festivals celebrated throughout India with a great devotion. The festival celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesh, the elephant-headed son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Lord Ganesh is the symbol of wisdom, prosperity and good fortune.
Inaugural tattoo festival celebrates tradition that connects body art to indigenous past
NORTH KOHALA Curiously, there has never been a traditional tattoo festival on the Big Island or even in the state of Hawaii.
‘Musical Nostalgia’ to return Saturday
The Hawaii Japanese Centers 17th annual Musical Nostalgia concert is slated for 2-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, at Aunty Sallys Luau Hale in Hilo.
Mai Tai Masquerade to benefit abused and neglected East Hawaii keiki
Back by popular request, the Friends of the Childrens Justice Center of East Hawaii will host its second Mai Tai Masquerade fundraiser from 5:30-10 p.m. Oct. 26 at Nani Mau Gardens in Hilo.
Let’s Talk Food: Pine nuts — a gourmet nut
Pine nuts have been such a staple ingredient in Italian cuisine since the days of ancient Rome. Roman soldiers ate them as they marched into battle. At Pompeii, archaeologists found pine nuts in the volcanic ash.
Tropical Gardening: Tropical forests threatened worldwide
Like so much of the tropical world, the rain forests of Central and South America are under assault.
Volcano Watch: ‘Volcano Watch’ receives national award
“Volcano Watch,” weekly articles written primarily by U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory staff and occasionally by USGS partners and university affiliates, was recently honored by the National Association of Government Communicators.
Prince Harry announces massive travel sustainability project
NEW YORK — The eco-minded Prince Harry is embarking on a massive travel sustainability initiative in partnership with key travel providers. They aim to improve the practices of the global industry amid an ever-increasing number of travelers.
The places it’ll go: Dr. Seuss exhibition hitting the road
BOSTON — Dr. Seuss is hitting the road this fall with a large interactive exhibit that will immerse visitors in some of the most iconic books by the beloved children’s writer.
Calendar for September 7
Get out and go! There’s something for everyone in this week’s Calendar. Check it out!
Pope on critics: It’s ‘an honor if the Americans attack me’
ABOARD THE PAPAL PLANE — Pope Francis acknowledged his growing opposition within the conservative right wing of the U.S. Catholic Church and said in off-hand remarks aboard the papal plane Wednesday that it is “an honor if the Americans attack me.”
Netflix to give ‘The Irishman’ exclusive theatrical release
NEW YORK — Netflix will give “The Irishman” an exclusive theatrical release for about four weeks, providing theaters most of November to play Martin Scorsese’s big-budget crime epic before it lands on the streaming service.
Hawaii Burleque Festival presents ‘Fantasies & Fairytales’
Enchantment awaits during the Hawaii Burlesque Festival’s “Fantasies & Fairytales” slated for 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, at the Palace Theater in downtown Hilo.
Hilo Community Players present ‘Bare’
The Hilo Community Players present Bare in the upstairs Kahua Elua Theatre at the East Hawaii Cultural Center for 10 performances from Sept. 13-29.
Let’s Talk Food: Baked Alaska
Who made the first Baked Alaska that we have on cruises?
As with adults, no easy way to address weight with children
NEW YORK — Red, yellow, green. It’s a system for conveying the healthfulness of foods, and at the center of a debate about how to approach weight loss for children.