Kindy Sproat Falsetto & Hawaiian Storytelling Competition
Saturday, September 8:
Kindy Sproat Falsetto & Hawaiian Storytelling Competition. Our kane (men) come out to show their skills to throw their voice in higher registers. They also share the manao of their mele, the songwriter and the hidden meaning (kaona). This is to honor the late Uncle Kindy Sproat, a true Hawaiian who lived in Pololu Valley, as his kupuna before him. This event has served as a platform for many falsetto singers to share their talents and voices. Many have gone on to form bands and to record their own music. Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Kamuela. 6 to 9:30 p.m. For information call (808) 936-3706 or visit www.hawaiiislandfestival.org.
Poke Contest
Saturday, September 8:
Poke Contest. Featuring cube sized fish (poke) and various ocean delicacies, tako, opihi, loli. Contestants share delicious fish with the bounty from the ocean: limu eleele, limu kohu, opihi, opae, wana, and loli. Visitors and locals alike taste various preparations of poke. Locals are reminded of the food of their elders; limu ele’ele, kohu, loli. Be pleasantly surprised with a mainland contestant who flies in on their own to be a participant. Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa 69-275 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information and event schedule call (808) 987-3274 or visit www.hawaiiislandfestival.org.
Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park
Every Friday:
Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. A free hands-on demonstration lesson is given in a cultural craft that varies each week. Volcano Art Center Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free (donations welcome); park entrance fees may apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.
Summer Camp Cabaret
Friday, September 7:
Summer Camp Cabaret. Enjoy an evening of celebration with crazy songs, exotic dance, female impersonation, aerial artistry, live organ music, risqué striptease and more. Starring: Bunny Pistol, Violetta Beretta, Madame X, Jenny Penny, and also featuring talented local professionals of theater, dance, burlesque and circus. This show is for ages 18 and over only. Hilo Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo. 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the box office or over the phone with a credit card. For tickets and information call (808) 934-7010 M-F, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. or visit www.hilopalace.com.
2nd Annual Hawai`i Island Steel Guitar Festival
Friday – Sunday, September 7 – 9:
2nd Annual Hawai`i Island Steel Guitar Festival. Featuring steel guitar performances by Hawai’i steel guitar masters, workshops, jam sessions where festival guests play along with the steel guitar masters, and Open Stage sessions where amateur and professional Hawaiian Steel guitarists present their own program to festival guests. Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows, 68-1400 Mauna Lani Dr., Kohala Coast. Free admission. For more information visit www.hawaiisteelguitarfestival.com.
Kanikapila with Wes Awana and Friends
Every Tuesday:
Kanikapila with Wes Awana and Friends. Kanikapila jam sessions are open to all musicians. Bring your own instrument and enjoy “garage style” jamming. Volcano Art Center, Niaulani Campus, Great Room of the Admin Building, Volcanoes National Park. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Admission is free, donations are gratefully accepted. Park entrance fees may apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.
Obon Dance & Festival – Pahala Hongwanji Mission
Saturday, September 1:
Obon Dance & Festival – Pahala Hongwanji Mission. The Obon tradition was brought to Hawai`i by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making. Free. Pahala Hongwanji Mission, 96-1123 Paauau Pl., Pahala. Service 4 p.m., Dance 5 to 9 p.m. For information call (808) 928-8254.
The Emily T Gail Show
The Emily T Gail Show, aka “Emily T Gail Talk Story” is about sports, recreation and community events where Emily is involved: Hawai`i Island and Detroit, her home town. Sponsored by Aloha Big Island Visitor Guide, upcoming shows will include interesting and informative talk stories with people involved with the Ironman World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Saturday, October 13th. Emily will have updates about events and activities for the Waikoloa Dry Forest Initiative, PATH-Connecting People and Places, Hawai`i Cycling Club, Hawai`i Wildlife Center, Daniel R Sayre Foundation, Big Island Mountain Biking, Bike Works Beach & Sport community bike rides. She will remind you of the many complimentary activities available in Kailua Village, Queens Marketplace and Kings’ Shops at Waikoloa Beach Resort and The Shops at Mauna Lani. Emily’s past shows include lots of golf talk and interviews with players from the PGA TOUR Champions Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualalai every January and broadcast on NBC/Golf Channel. Emily T Gail Talk story is available at www.emilytgailtalkstory.podomatic.com online 24/7, via https://www.facebook.com/emilytgailtalkstory/, a free iTunes podcast, and Emily T Gail Talk Story on You Tube. Contact Emily T Gail at (808) 896-6780 or emilytgail@emilys.org
`Ohi`a Love Fest
Sunday, August 26:
`Ohi`a Love Fest. A free festival celebrating Hawai`i’s beloved `Ohi`a tree. This family-friendly event will feature hula, talks, demonstrations, music, crafts and activities focused on `Ohi`a. The event will also raise awareness about Rapid `Ohi`a Death. `Imiloa Astronomy Center, 600 Imiloa Pl., Hilo. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. For more information, visit www.RapidOhiaDeath.org.
Hawaiian Sunset Saturdays
Saturday, August 25:
Hawaiian Sunset Saturdays. Celebrate Kona’s spectacular sunset with live Hawaiian music and Hula. Coconut Grove Marketplace, 75-5809 Ali`i Dr., Kailua-Kona. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Free admission. For information, visit http://kvbid.org/.