Community Calendar

The Waikōloa Biocultural Series brings local experts, practitioners, scientists, and community leaders to the Waikōloa Dry Forest Preserve to share their ‘ike with our community. This series began in 2020 to broaden horizons, connect to place and each other, and provide opportunities for our community to engage with the forest. We are so fortunate to have so many dedicated, passionate, and generous leaders, teachers, and kūpuna in our community that are willing to come to Waikōloa Dry Forest, and share their stories and experience with all of us.

The 2025 talk series is based on “Little Biology” and will include talks about the mini yet mighty and lesser-discussed biology that play big roles in our environments. Presentations will feature speakers who carry kuleana in Hawaiʻi and create a space for sharing knowledge and experiences in a supportive community.

Talks are free, open to the public, and hosted at the Waikōloa Dry Forest Preserve.

Enjoy live music from the talented local guitarist and singer, Kalau. He will be performing relaxing classic hula and hapa haole music at Hula's Bar & Lei Stand, Waikiki, from 6pm to 9pm each Friday. The event is free and welcome to adults 21+.

Come study the stars, travel across the Earth and into our solar system, and share stories with us in our J. Watumull Planetarium! Enter our Trivia Dome and test yourself with quiz questions spanning topics such as astronomy, natural sciences, history, and pop culture.

Show will have a quiz format. Families encouraged at the 6:15 p.m. show. Questions increase in difficulty in the 7:30 p.m. show. All ages welcome.

Stargazing with the Hawaiian Astronomical Society begins following the first show on the Great Lawn, weather permitting. Guests for either show may access the planetarium lobby and lawn area before and after their showtime, between 5:30-9:00 p.m.

"Smother" is a hilarious play about Marcia, a bossy but well-intentioned mother, who cooks up increasingly outlandish schemes to control her daughter, Julia's, love life. Unfortunately, Julia has a track record of hooking up with loser boyfriends, and Marcia vows to change that. Ultimately, Marcia learns by seeking professional help, and through the efforts of those who love her, how to let go.....maybe.

Come study the stars, travel across the Earth and into our solar system, and share stories with us in our J. Watumull Planetarium! Enter our Trivia Dome and test yourself with quiz questions spanning topics such as astronomy, natural sciences, history, and pop culture.

Show will have a quiz format. Families encouraged at the 6:00 p.m. show. Questions increase in difficulty in the 7:30 p.m. show. All ages welcome.

Stargazing with the Hawaiian Astronomical Society begins following the first show on the Great Lawn, weather permitting. Guests for either show may access the planetarium lobby and lawn area before and after their showtime, between 5:30-9:00 p.m.

Tiny Beautiful Things is a deeply moving play that brings to life the “Dear Sugar” online advice column written by bestselling author Cheryl Strayed (Wild). When an anonymous advice columnist responds to heartfelt letters from strangers, the personal stories that unfold are a compassionate and poetic exploration of love, grief, vulnerability, and forgiveness. Brilliantly adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos (My Big Fat Greek Wedding), this intimate theatrical experience is a celebration of the power of storytelling and all the tiny, beautiful moments that remind us of our shared humanity.

Farmers and Artisan market

August 2025 – Get ready for a day of adventure, learning, and giving back. Hawaiʻi Nature Center and Hawaiian Ultra Running Team (HURT) are teaming up to bring you the Rainforest Ramble – a one-of-a-kind fun run and educational experience for keiki, ages 6-14, with all in the ohana welcome. The Rainforest Ramble takes place on Saturday, September 20 on Makiki Trail System, nestled right near Hawaiʻi Nature Center.

By joining the Rainforest Ramble, you fund environmental education programs that serve thousands of local keiki each year. $25 for for the first child and $15 for each additional sibling up to 5 total participants from the same family. Spots may fill up quickly, so register early to secure your place. Registration ends September 13. Click here to learn more and sign up.All registration fees will be donated directly to the Hawaiʻi Nature Center as generous gift from HURT, Inc., with both organizations being proud 501(c)(3) nonprofits.

This isn’t your typical fun run. The Rainforest Ramble is designed to help keiki connect with the ʻāina (land) in a hands-on, meaningful way. As they run or walk alongside their parents or guardians, kids will participate in interactive learning stations that highlight:

Native plants and animals
Hawaiian cultural practices
Environmental stewardship and conservation

Check-in starts at 8 am to 8:50 am and event starts at 9 am. It’s a breathtaking setting that offers just the right blend of outdoor excitement and natural beauty. Not only is this event a blast for families, but it also supports a great cause.

All Literature and Fiction books will be on sale at 50% off for the month of August. If you haven't finished your summer reading then stop by as the shelves are always being restocked and Pop-up sales are frequent.

The Bookstore also has DVDs, CDs, audio books, records, anime, comics, games, puzzles and so much more at great prices. Please note that Statehood day will be Friday August 15th and all libraries will be closed.

Lahaina Arts Society's fine art fairs showcasing award winning juried Maui resident artists creating paintings, ceramics, photography, glass art, woodwork, feather art, jewelry and more for over 50 years. Meet and talk story.