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Friday, May 24

Dance

• Sunset Hula featuring Halau Kahula O Nawahine Noho Pu`ukapu under the direction of kumu hula Ana Nawahine Kahoopii takes place at 6 pm at the hula platform located near VAC Gallery in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Free, but donations welcome and park entrance fees may apply. volcanohula.com.

Theatre

• Waimea Community Theatre presents the comedy "Four Weddings and an Elvis" at the historic Parker School Theater in Waimea. Show times are tonight and tomorrow at 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3 pm. www.waimeacommunitytheatre.org.

Films

• The Big Island Film Festival celebrates narrative filmmakers and films.  There are three movie venues, food and beverage events, workshops, celebrities and Hawaiian music and culture,.   Some events are free and some charge admission. It continues today through Monday in the Fairmont Orchid Hotel and Shops at Mauna Lani on the Kohala Coast. (808) 883-0394 or www.bigislandfilmfestival.com

• The Palace Theater shows “Ginger & Rosa,” about the friendship of two teenage girls living in London in the early 1960s. Showtime tonight is 7 pm. www.hilopalace.com

Saturday, May 25

Theatre

• Waimea Community Theatre presents the comedy "Four Weddings and an Elvis" at the historic Parker School Theater in Waimea. Show time is tonight at 7:30 pm and tomorrow at 3 pm. www.waimeacommunitytheatre.org.

Films

• The Big Island Film Festival celebrates narrative filmmakers and films.  There are three movie venues, food and beverage events, workshops, celebrities and Hawaiian music and culture,.   Some events are free and some charge admission. It continues today through Monday in the Fairmont Orchid Hotel and Shops at Mauna Lani on the Kohala Coast. (808) 883-0394 or www.bigislandfilmfestival.com

• The Palace Theater shows “Ginger & Rosa,” about the friendship of two teenage girls living in London in the early 1960s. Showtime tonight is 7 pm. www.hilopalace.com

Events

• Ka‘ū ‘Ohana Day invites keiki of all ages to join park rangers and explore Palm Trail by GPS and compass in the park’s southernmost section of Kahuku. It takes place from 10 am – 2 pm. Free, but registration is required. For more information, call 985-6019.

• The 2013 Waimea Bonyu Kai Bonsai Club Exhibition brings with it over 50 years of history and artistry. A large variety of trees will be displayed which will delight the bonsai enthusiast as well as the curious. It’s at the Waimea Community Center (Next to Waimea Park, Rt. 19) on Hawaii Island, today and tomorrow from 9 am – 4 pm. Free admission. WaimeaBonsai@gmail.com or call 808-333-2122 for directions.

• The Hilo Inter-Tribal Pow Wow features Native American music, storytelling, dancing, arts and crafts, children’s crafts,  special performances and Native American food.  At the Mo‘oheau  Park Ballfield across from Hilo Farmer’s Market today through Monday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.    Free.  (808)  935-3504 or hilopowwow@hawaii.rr.com

Sunday, May 26

Theatre

• Waimea Community Theatre presents the comedy "Four Weddings and an Elvis" at the historic Parker School Theater in Waimea. Show time is today at 3 pm. www.waimeacommunitytheatre.org.

Dance

• West Hawaii Dance Academy presents “The Little Mermaid Ballet” featuring Academy students and Megumi Kopp, piano. Showtime is 3 pm in the Aloha Theatre. For tickets call 329-8876 or visit www.whdt.org

Films

• The Big Island Film Festival celebrates narrative filmmakers and films.  There are three movie venues, food and beverage events, workshops, celebrities and Hawaiian music and culture,.   Some events are free and some charge admission. It continues today through Monday in the Fairmont Orchid Hotel and Shops at Mauna Lani on the Kohala Coast. (808) 883-0394 or www.bigislandfilmfestival.com

• The Palace Theater shows “Ginger & Rosa,” about the friendship of two teenage girls living in London in the early 1960s. Showtime is 2:30 pm. www.hilopalace.com

Events

• The 2013 Waimea Bonyu Kai Bonsai Club Exhibition brings with it over 50 years of history and artistry. A large variety of trees will be displayed which will delight the bonsai enthusiast as well as the curious. It’s at the Waimea Community Center (Next to Waimea Park, Rt. 19) on Hawaii Island, today from 9 am – 4 pm. Free admission. WaimeaBonsai@gmail.com or call 808-333-2122 for directions.

• Dozens of award winning performers are donating their time & talents to raise funds for those still suffering from the devastating disaster that hit Japan's Fukushima Prefecture two years ago. Ronnie Harris & Hawk, Cymber Lily Quinn, Bub n'd Smack Dab, Tiana Malone, Elena Welch, Lou Ann Gurney & Gone Country, Keoki Kahumoku, Dennis & Christy, and Ben Kaili will be performing  from 1:00pm to 7:00pm at the Center for Spiritual Living in Hawaiian Paradise Park. http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/fukushima-friends-benefit-concert?

• The Hilo Inter-Tribal Pow Wow features Native American music, storytelling, dancing, arts and crafts, children’s crafts,  special performances and Native American food.  At the Mo‘oheau  Park Ballfield across from Hilo Farmer’s Market today through Monday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.    Free.  (808)  935-3504 or hilopowwow@hawaii.rr.com

Monday, May 27

Theatre

• Waimea Community Theatre holds auditions for its 50^th Anniversary Summer Musical “The Music Man” tonight, tomorrow and Wednesday at 6 pm in its office on Lalamilo Farm Road. More information at 885-5818 or www.waimeacommunitytheatre.org .

Films

• The Big Island Film Festival celebrates narrative filmmakers and films.  There are three movie venues, food and beverage events, workshops, celebrities and Hawaiian music and culture,.   Some events are free and some charge admission. It concludes today in the Fairmont Orchid Hotel and Shops at Mauna Lani on the Kohala Coast. (808) 883-0394 or www.bigislandfilmfestival.com

• The Palace Theater shows “Ginger & Rosa,” about the friendship of two teenage girls living in London in the early 1960s. Showtime tonight is 7 pm. www.hilopalace.com

Event

• The Hilo Inter-Tribal Pow Wow features Native American music, storytelling, dancing, arts and crafts, children’s crafts,  special performances and Native American food.  At the Mo‘oheau  Park Ballfield across from Hilo Farmer’s Market today from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.    Free.  (808)  935-3504 or hilopowwow@hawaii.rr.com

Tuesday, May 28

Theatre

• Waimea Community Theatre holds auditions for its 50^th Anniversary Summer Musical “The Music Man” tonight and tomorrow at 6 pm in its office on Lalamilo Farm Road. More information at 885-5818 or www.waimeacommunitytheatre.org .

Films

• The Palace Theater shows “Ginger & Rosa,” about the friendship of two teenage girls living in London in the early 1960s. Showtime tonight is 7 pm. www.hilopalace.com

Wednesday, May 29

Theatre

• Aloha Performing Arts Company holds auditions for “Women Behind Bars” tonight and tomorrow at 6:30 pm in the APAC Loft across the street from the Aloha Theatre. Performance dates are July 12 through 27.   For more information, call 322-9924. 

• Waimea Community Theatre holds auditions for its 50^th Anniversary Summer Musical “The Music Man” tonight at 6 pm in its office on Lalamilo Farm Road. More information at 885-5818 or www.waimeacommunitytheatre.org .

Thursday, May 30

Theatre

• Aloha Performing Arts Company holds auditions for “Women Behind Bars” tonight at 6:30 pm in the APAC Loft across the street from the Aloha Theatre. Performance dates are July 12 through 27.   For more information, call 322-9924. 

Friday, May 31

Music

• The Big Island Jazz and Blues Festival takes place at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel from today through June 2. Today features a VIP Meet-and-Greet and a Legends reception at the hotel’s Kaunaoa Terrace. For event reservations and more information please call 808-882-5810.

Films

• The Palace Theater shows the film “The Reluctant Fundamentalist” at 7 pm. www.hilopalace.com  

Saturday, June 1

Music

• The Big Island Jazz and Blues Festival continues today through tomorrow at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel. Tonight’s Main Event starts at 5 pm and features non-stop performances by Grammy award winners and Jazz & Blues Legends including Bobby Watson, Delfeayo Marsalis, Chubby Carrier, Brint Anderson, Mark Johnstone and joined by local favorites Benny Uyetake, Paula Fuga, John Keawe and Jr. Volcano Choy. For event reservations and more information please call 808-882-5810.

• Waimea Community Chorus presents its 19^th Annual Spring Concert “American Songscapes” at Kahilu Theatre tonight at 7:30 pm and tomorrow at 3 in the Kahilu Theatre. More information at 885-5818 or www.waimeacommunitytheatre.org

Films

• The Palace Theater shows the film “The Reluctant Fundamentalist” at 7 pm. www.hilopalace.com

Lectures

• Learn how to beautifully decorate cookies even if you’ve never tried it before! In the Parker Ranch Center Conference Room in Kamuela from noon to 4 pm. Space is limited. For further information on price and reservations, please call 808-557-6823.

Sunday, June 2

Music

• The Big Island Jazz and Blues Festival concludes today at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel. There’s a Sunday Jazz Brunch at Manta Pavilion Wine Bar from 11:30 am – 2 pm. For event reservations and more information please call 808-882-5810. 

• Waimea Community Chorus presents its 19^th Annual Spring Concert “American Songscapes” at Kahilu Theatre at 3 in the Kahilu Theatre. More information at 885-5818 or www.waimeacommunitytheatre.org

Films

• The Palace Theater shows the film “The Reluctant Fundamentalist” at 2:30 pm. www.hilopalace.com

Monday, June 10

Films

• The Palace Theater shows the film “The Reluctant Fundamentalist” at 7 pm. www.hilopalace.com 

Tuesday, June 11

Films

• The Palace Theater shows the film “The Reluctant Fundamentalist” at 7 pm. www.hilopalace.com   

Events

• North Kohala is the birthplace of Kamehameha I.  Today's celebration  starts with a lei draping at the King Kamehameha Statute in Kapa`au at 7 a.m, the parade from Hawi to Kapa`au at 9 a.m., and the ho`olaule`a at Kamehameha Park from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.  Free.  www.kamehamehadaycelebration.org

• Celebrate the life of King Kamehameha at the Kamehameha Festival on Mokuola (Coconut Island, by the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel) from 9am to 5pm. This year’s Festival features Hawaiian music and hula, a seashell blowing contest, ‘ono food, and “Made-in-Hawaii” art and craft vendors.  Free.  www.kamehamehadaycelebration.org

Friday, June 14

Event

• The Volcano Pottery Sale features newly created work by potters living and working on the Big Island.  Meet the artists and view their unique pottery styles all at one venue. Today from 3 -8 pm and tomorrow from 9 am – 3 pm at Hale Ho'omana, located on the Niaulani Campus of the Volcano Art Center, Volcano Village. (808) 985-8530 

Saturday, June 15

Event

• The Volcano Pottery Sale features newly created work by potters living and working on the Big Island.  Meet the artists and view their unique pottery styles all at one venue. Today from 9 am – 3 pm at Hale Ho'omana, located on the Niaulani Campus of the Volcano Art Center, Volcano Village. (808) 985-8530

Art Exhibits

• TODAY THROUGH MAY 31: The Garden Within, an exhibition of contemporary multimedia by Phan Barker, features abstract fiber sculptures and paintings made of silk, thread and wood. Barker will also be on hand every Tuesday during the exhibit from 10 am – 12 pm, sharing insight behind the works. For gallery information, call 967-8222 or visit volcanoartcenter.org.

• ONGOING: A NOAA exhibit commemorating the rich maritime heritage of Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument is on display at the Mokupapapa Discovery Center in Hilo. "Lost on a Reef" focuses on shipwreck sites discovered over the past decade which represent the last 200 years of maritime history in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands. Open Tuesday through Saturday 9 am to 4 pm, excluding Federal Holidays. 933-8195.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• The Lyman Museum in Hilo is proud to announce its participation in Blue Star Museums, a program that offers free admission for all active duty military personnel and their families, beginning Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.  Visit lymanmuseum.org or call (808) 935-5021 for I.D. requirements and further information.

Open-Ended Classes

• Aloha Performing Arts Company offers classes in performing arts education.  All instruction will take place at the APAC Loft in Kainaliu. Call 322-9924 for more information.

• Volcano Art Center offers a variety of classes and events and is located at 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano Village.  To learn more, visit volcanoartcenter.org or call 967-8222.

• Donkey Mill Art Center offers a variety of art classes and lectures.  The art center is part of the Holualoa Foundation for Arts and Culture and is located at 78-6670 Mamalahoa Highway in Holualoa.  To learn more visit donkeymillartcenter.org or call 322-3362.

• The East Hawaii Cultural Center offers a number of classes and events. Dates and times are subject to change. Please call to confirm. Call 961-5711 or visit ehcc.org for information. 

Ongoing Weekly Events 

• WEEKLY: The Hilo Hep Cats present Swing dance classes with occasional workshops and social dance opportunities. For times and locations email hilohepcats@gmail.com. 

• BY APPOINTMENT: Kona Historical Society offers the Historic Walking Tour. The tour begins at Kailua Pier and the King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel and ends at Hulihe‘e Palace. Call 326-9092 for reservations one week in advance of the tour. 

MONDAY

• The one-hour Niaulani Nature Walk travels through a lush portion of an old-growth Hawaiian rain forest on an easy, 1/7-mile loop trail. Participants are introduced to the native plants and birds of Volcano. Guides focus on the biological, ecological, and geological features of the area and the cultural usages of flora and fauna by native Hawaiians. Offered at 9:30 am at Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd. in Volcano Village. Free; donations welcome. Call (808) 967-8222 for more information. (10/1/12)

TUESDAY

• EVERY SECOND TUESDAY: The West Hawai'i Astronomy Club (WHAC) meets to promote the hobby of astronomy. Meetings are in Waimea at either Canada France Hawaii or Keck Observatory. Learn more at whacastro.com.

• EVERY SECOND TUESDAY: The Second Tuesday Book Club reads fiction (with the occasional biography thrown in) at 6:30 pm in Kona Stories Book Store in the Keauhou Shopping Center. (6/11/12) www.konastories.com

• EVERY FOURTH TUESDAY: "Just The Facts" is a non-fiction Book Club that meets at 6:30 pm in Kona Stories. Call 324-0350. 

WEDNESDAY

• "Hawaiiana Live" is a 45-minute cultural program hosted by Leilehua Yuen in the Palace Theater. It's from 11 to 11:45 am and features live hula, commentary and a segment with audience participation and interaction. hilopalace.com.

• The Volcano Art Center in Volcano Village hosts "Kanikapila Jam Sessions" from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Open to all musicians. Bring your instrument and enjoy garage-style jamming with your neighbors. Donations appreciated. 967-8222 (10/1/12)

• Amy Greenwell Garden’s Ho`okupu Plant Propogation Club invites kids ages 6 through 14 to learn about growing plants and gardening Hawaiian-style. The Club meets from 1:45 pm to 3:30 pm at the Amy Greenwell Garden. Call 323-3318 or email agg@bishopmuseum.org. 

• ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center shows its planetarium program “Hawai‘i’s Observatories: An Update from Maunakea” at 2 pm. This 15-minute, 3D production provides an opportunity to learn about the new discoveries made by observatories atop Mauna Kea.  Admission rates apply.

• Waimea Consort Rehearsals run from 6:15 to 8:45 pm. New singers are welcome to this a capella singing group that specializes in classical music from medieval early polyphony to contemporary compositions. For information call 885-2143. cfht.hawaii.edu.

THURSDAY

• ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center shows its planetarium program “Hawai‘i’s Observatories: An Update from Maunakea” at 2 pm. This 15-minute 3D original production show concept provides an opportunity to learn about the new discoveries made by observatories atop Maunakea.

• Puna Art Gallery & Puna Java in Pahoa Village welcomes all ages and talents to a Community Open Mic and a Local Artist showing at 6 pm.

• The Kona Music Society's Youth Chorus is open to all singers from grades 3 through 12 and meets Thursdays from 3 to 5 pm at the Kealakehe Intermediate Chorus Room. For more information call 896-1967.

• EVERY OTHER THURSDAY:  Kona Stories Book Shop in Kainaliu hosts a Writer’s Group. Local scribes meet to nurture literary creativity, community and individuality.  It’s free and starts at 1 pm.  324-0350 or konastories.com. 

FRIDAY

• Aloha Fridays. Every Friday, a free hands-on demonstration lesson is given in a cultural craft that will vary from week to week. Held at VAC Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. All events are free (donations welcome); park entrance fees apply. Call 967-8222 for more information. (12/7/12)

• ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center shows its planetarium program “Hawai‘i’s Observatories: An Update from Maunakea” at 2 pm. This 15-minute 3D original production provides an opportunity to learn about the new discoveries made by observatories atop Maunakea. 
  

SATURDAY

• The one-hour Niaulani Nature Walk travels through a lush portion of an old-growth Hawaiian rain forest on an easy, 1/7-mile loop trail. Participants are introduced to the native plants and birds of Volcano.  Guides focus on the biological, ecological, and geological features of the area and the cultural usages of flora and fauna by native Hawaiians. Offered at 11am at Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd. in Volcano Village. Free; donations welcome. Call (808) 967-8222 for more information. (10/1/12)

• Hilo Coffee Mill Farmers Market is from 8 am to 1 pm, featuring locally-grown food, plants and other products. Free entertainment and a petting zoo for the kids. Located between the 12 and 13 mile marker on Hwy 11 in Mountain View. 968-1333.  (7/26/12)

• ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center shows its planetarium program “Hawai‘i’s Observatories: An Update from Maunakea” at 2 pm. This 15-minute 3D original production provides an opportunity to learn about the new discoveries made by observatories atop Maunakea.  

•  EVERY THIRD SATURDAY: Mauna Kea Visitor's Information Station presents a free monthly program of sharing the cultural aspects and uses of Mauna Kea.  961-2180 or ifa.hawaii.edu.

• `Imiloa Astronomy Center's monthly "Maunakea Skies" program features a tour of the Hawaiian night sky with astronomers from Maunakea observatories speaking about recent discoveries. 969-9703 or imiloahawaii.org.  

• EVERY FOURTH SATURDAY: The Floral Art Group meets at the East Hawaii Cultural Center Pavillion to discus color, structures and techniques in flower arranging.  Participants should bring vases and flora from their gardens.  It’s free and runs from 1 to 3 pm. 

SUNDAY

• ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center shows its planetarium program “Hawai‘i’s Observatories: An Update from Maunakea” at 2 pm. This 15-minute 3D original production provides an opportunity to learn about the new discoveries made by observatories atop Maunakea. 

• EVERY SECOND SUNDAY: The East Hawai`i Cultural Center (141 Kalakaua Street) in Hilo offers performances, exhibits, demonstrations, workshops, lectures and more by native Hawaiian cultural practitioners, scholars, musicians, and performers. 935-9085. 

• The Friends of Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park hosts its "Sunday Walk in the Park" from 1 to 3 pm. The three-mile round-trip hike starts at the park's Kilauea Visitor Center.  Call 967-8648 to register. fhvnp.org.