Community Calendar

Step into a world where mystery meets mischief in THE REAL INSPECTOR HOUND by Tom Stoppard, presented by the Hilo Community Players. This brilliantly witty parody of classic whodunits turns the genre on its head, blending suspense, satire, and laugh-out-loud comedy into one delightfully unpredictable evening of theatre.

Directed by Sean Douglas, this fast-paced production follows two critics who find themselves swept into the very murder mystery they’re meant to review. As the line between fiction and reality blurs, secrets unravel, identities twist, and nothing is quite what it seems.

Featuring a dynamic local all-star cast— Theon Weber as Birdboot, Casey Simpson as Moon, David Greene as Simon Gascoyne, Sarah Elliott as Felicity Cunningham, Miriam Hoenig as Lady Cynthia Muldoon, Ray Ryan as Major Magnus Muldoon, Rachel Klein as Mrs. Drudge, and Mark Lewis as Inspector Hound— this production brings sharp comedic timing and theatricality to every twist and turn.

Perfect for fans of clever humor and theatrical surprises, The Real Inspector Hound is a side-splitting romp that will keep you guessing and laughing until the very end.

This incredible comedy mystery runs from April 24th - May 10th, with shows on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, and Sunday matinees starting at 2:30pm. Doors open half an hour before showtime. The beautiful new Keawe Theater is air conditioned, offering classic theater concessions with a full bar.

Tickets are available now and seating is limited! Advanced reservations are recommended. Tickets are $20 in advance at hiloplayers.org and $5 more on the day of show, with any remaining tickets available at the door.

THE REAL INSPECTOR HOUND is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Dramatists Play Service. www.concordtheatricals.com

Step into a world where mystery meets mischief in THE REAL INSPECTOR HOUND by Tom Stoppard, presented by the Hilo Community Players. This brilliantly witty parody of classic whodunits turns the genre on its head, blending suspense, satire, and laugh-out-loud comedy into one delightfully unpredictable evening of theatre.

Directed by Sean Douglas, this fast-paced production follows two critics who find themselves swept into the very murder mystery they’re meant to review. As the line between fiction and reality blurs, secrets unravel, identities twist, and nothing is quite what it seems.

Featuring a dynamic local all-star cast— Theon Weber as Birdboot, Casey Simpson as Moon, David Greene as Simon Gascoyne, Sarah Elliott as Felicity Cunningham, Miriam Hoenig as Lady Cynthia Muldoon, Ray Ryan as Major Magnus Muldoon, Rachel Klein as Mrs. Drudge, and Mark Lewis as Inspector Hound— this production brings sharp comedic timing and theatricality to every twist and turn.

Perfect for fans of clever humor and theatrical surprises, The Real Inspector Hound is a side-splitting romp that will keep you guessing and laughing until the very end.

This incredible comedy mystery runs from April 24th - May 10th, with shows on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, and Sunday matinees starting at 2:30pm. Doors open half an hour before showtime. The beautiful new Keawe Theater is air conditioned, offering classic theater concessions with a full bar.

Tickets are available now and seating is limited! Advanced reservations are recommended. Tickets are $20 in advance at hiloplayers.org and $5 more on the day of show, with any remaining tickets available at the door.

THE REAL INSPECTOR HOUND is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Dramatists Play Service. www.concordtheatricals.com

Kona Choral Society & Orchestra, under the direction of Artistic Director Susan McCreary Duprey, presents its annual Spring Concert: Lux Aeterna. Morten Lauridsen's Lux Aeterna as well as Hawaiian and Gospel music selections will be performed. The concert will take place on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 4:00pm, Kaleiopapa Convention Center at the Outrigger Keauhou Resort & Spa, 78-128 Ehukai Street, Kailua Kona. We welcome a 100-voice chorus and full orchestra. Come and enjoy this classical concert!

Our Monday Night Poetry group, led by published poet Gwyn Görg, meets the second Monday of the month at 5:30 pm at the Laupāhoehoe Library. If you’d like, bring a poem you’ve written or one you love to share and discuss in a friendly, relaxed setting. It’s a great way to connect and get inspired!

Our Hāmākua Homestead series is back, and it’s more exciting than ever! Get ready for inspiring sessions on permaculture design, unlocking the secrets to building a powerful brand, and diving deep into the beautiful art of cacao farming—plus, we’ve got a few surprises that will surely delight you, including a special offsite garden tour on Saturday, April 25th.

Join us at the library Mondays at 5:30 pm as we come together to celebrate community, craftsmanship, and possibility. This amazing experience is proudly sponsored by the Honeybee Education Program and the Laupāhoehoe Train Museum— don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and grow!

– Monday, May 4: Introduction to Permaculture, presented by Jacqueline Edmiston Come connect with the holistic permaculture design principles and ethics for creating resilient and regenerative human habitats and agricultural systems by mimicking nature.

– Monday, May 11: Building Your Brand from the Ground Up, presented by Rose Navalta An introduction to how homesteads and agricultural producers can build a brand from the ground up by expressing their values, vision, and story through thoughtful visual identity and presentation, creating a more recognizable and cohesive presence in their community.

– Monday, May 18: Tiny Batch Chocolate- Learn to Process Cacao Tree to Treat at Home, presented by Raven Hanna

Join us every Wednesday at 10:00am for a fun-filled story time! We’ll read a few simple stories, then make a craft or do an activity. Great fun for 2 – 5 year-olds and their parents or caregivers.

“Our Light” Exhibition Illuminates Gender Diversity
Through Portraits Formed in Smoke

The Wailoa Center is proud to present a transformative exhibition this May featuring the evocative portrait series “Our Light” by classically trained artist and queer activist Adare.

Opening May 15th, 2026, in the Fountain Gallery at Wailoa Center, “Our Light” is a powerful new art series that celebrates the personal stories of Trans, Māhū, and non-binary people. Each portrait is created by capturing smoke on a clean white surface before enhancing it with charcoal and oil paints. “Our Light” runs from May 15 - June 18, 2026.

"This series is about the light we carry within us, even in a world that often tries to diminish it," says Adare, founder of the Kīpaipai Art Studios.

Adare (they/them) is a Big Island-based portrait artist, teacher, and LGBTQ+ activist known for their vibrant oil and mixed-media work. Their mission is to nurture inclusive creative communities through art education and collaborative events.

Event Highlights

Opening Reception: May 15th, 5 - 7 p.m.

Talk Story: Collaborative sessions focusing on life stories and perspectives
May 23, 11 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Drawing Diversity Workshop: A free figurative workshop led by Adare to bring further awareness to the "Our Light" series
June 6, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

“Our Light” Exhibition Illuminates Gender Diversity
Through Portraits Formed in Smoke

The Wailoa Center is proud to present a transformative exhibition this May featuring the evocative portrait series “Our Light” by classically trained artist and queer activist Adare.

Opening May 15th, 2026, in the Fountain Gallery at Wailoa Center, “Our Light” is a powerful new art series that celebrates the personal stories of Trans, Māhū, and non-binary people. Each portrait is created by capturing smoke on a clean white surface before enhancing it with charcoal and oil paints. “Our Light” runs from May 15 - June 18, 2026.

"This series is about the light we carry within us, even in a world that often tries to diminish it," says Adare, founder of the Kīpaipai Art Studios.

Adare (they/them) is a Big Island-based portrait artist, teacher, and LGBTQ+ activist known for their vibrant oil and mixed-media work. Their mission is to nurture inclusive creative communities through art education and collaborative events.

Event Highlights

Opening Reception: May 15th, 5 - 7 p.m.

Talk Story: Collaborative sessions focusing on life stories and perspectives
May 23, 11 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Drawing Diversity Workshop: A free figurative workshop led by Adare to bring further awareness to the "Our Light" series
June 6, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sign up at
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/drawing-diversity-figurative

‘Our Light’ www.ourlightexhibit.com
For more about Adare: AdareArt.com

Wailoa Center
DLNR.SP.Wailoacenter@hawaii.gov
200 Piopio Street, Hilo in Wailoa River State Park Recreation Area
(808) 933-0416
Saturday from 10- a.m. - 2 p.m.
Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Closed Sunday

One Weekend Only!

Aloha Theatre is proud to present the Aloha Teen Theatre’s production of Clue!

Come support our talented young performers in this hilarious, fast-paced mystery—packed with twists, turns, and plenty of laughs.

Limited run, don’t miss it!

Tickets:
$20 Adults, $15 Senior, $10 Keiki
Purchase in advance at alohatheatre.com or at the door (available up to one hour before showtime).

Support the Aloha Teen Theatre program and enjoy a night of unforgettable fun!

Step into a world where mystery meets mischief in THE REAL INSPECTOR HOUND by Tom Stoppard, presented by the Hilo Community Players. This brilliantly witty parody of classic whodunits turns the genre on its head, blending suspense, satire, and laugh-out-loud comedy into one delightfully unpredictable evening of theatre.

Directed by Sean Douglas, this fast-paced production follows two critics who find themselves swept into the very murder mystery they’re meant to review. As the line between fiction and reality blurs, secrets unravel, identities twist, and nothing is quite what it seems.

Featuring a dynamic local all-star cast— Theon Weber as Birdboot, Casey Simpson as Moon, David Greene as Simon Gascoyne, Sarah Elliott as Felicity Cunningham, Miriam Hoenig as Lady Cynthia Muldoon, Ray Ryan as Major Magnus Muldoon, Rachel Klein as Mrs. Drudge, and Mark Lewis as Inspector Hound— this production brings sharp comedic timing and theatricality to every twist and turn.

Perfect for fans of clever humor and theatrical surprises, The Real Inspector Hound is a side-splitting romp that will keep you guessing and laughing until the very end.

This incredible comedy mystery runs from April 24th - May 10th, with shows on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, and Sunday matinees starting at 2:30pm. Doors open half an hour before showtime. The beautiful new Keawe Theater is air conditioned, offering classic theater concessions with a full bar.

Tickets are available now and seating is limited! Advanced reservations are recommended. Tickets are $20 in advance at hiloplayers.org and $5 more on the day of show, with any remaining tickets available at the door.

THE REAL INSPECTOR HOUND is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Dramatists Play Service. www.concordtheatricals.com