November 1 – 10:  Kona Coffee Cultural Festival.  Festival goers are immersed in a Kona coffee extravaganza that includes such favorites as the prestigious Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Cupping Competition, Kona coffee cooking and recipe competitions, art exhibits, Kona coffee farm tours, and cultural events that honor nearly 200 years of coffee heritage in Hawai`i.  […]

Friday, November 15: Na Mele Makana benefit for the Hale Ho`ola Hamakua Foundation. Slack Key Guitar Concert.  Host and slack key guitar master George Kahumoku, Jr. is joined by Martin Pahinui, Brad Bordessa and Anuhea Lim, for an evening of traditional Hawaiian songs and authentic “talk-story”.  Honoka`a Peoples Theatre, 45-3574 Mamane St., Honoka`a.  Doors open […]

Friday, November 1:  13th Annual Black & White Night.  An upscale street party of sorts, the event will feature shops and restaurants offering samples, bargains, and special guest appearances by artists and authors.  Free live music will be provided at many different venues. A Treasure Hunt will be conducted with prizes. Dress casually or formally […]

Every Friday:  Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park.  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. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.  All events are free (donations welcome); park entrance fees apply. For information call […]

Sunday, November 3:  Hilo Medical Center Wine, Cheese, Chocolate and More!  This annual benefit supports Hilo Medical Center and recognizes the physician of the year. Featuring locally grown food and wine plus a silent auction.  Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, 71 Banyan Drive, Hilo HI 96720. 4 to 9 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 935-2957 […]

Every Tuesday features the new Emily T Gail Show.  Emily’s show can be found online at www.espnhawaii.com under “Lineup” on the homepage.  Sponsored by Aloha - Big Island Visitor Guide, Emily “talks story” with recreational, high school and professional athletes, along with coaches, parents, organizers, and members of print and broadcast media. She talks about […]

Saturday, November 30:  Holiday Affair:  Holiday Concert and Silent Auction.  Celebrate the magic of the Holidays with the Donkey Mill Art Center. Enjoy a benefit concert and silent auction at the beautiful Holualoa Inn, 76-5932 Mamalahoa Hwy., Holualoa with Hawaiian swing band Kahula Nui.  4:30 - 7:30 p.m.  Admission: Adults $25, Children $12.  For tickets […]

Every Tuesday features the new Emily T Gail Show.  Emily’s show can be found online at www.espnhawaii.com under “Lineup” on the homepage.  Sponsored by Aloha - Big Island Visitor Guide, Emily “talks story” with recreational, high school and professional athletes, along with coaches, parents, organizers, and members of print and broadcast media. She talks about […]

Every Tuesday Morning:  BikeWorks Beach & Sport - Queens Marketplace. Free fun road ride for cyclists of all levels at 8:30 a.m. Rental bikes available. Get updates on all their activities on the Emily T Gail Show at www.espnhawaii.com or visit www.bikeworkshawaii.com.

Every Wednesday:  Hawai`iana Live.  A 45-minute cultural tourism program hosted by Leilehua Yuen. It features live on stage presentations that share the history and traditions of the Hawaiian culture through storytelling, film, music, oli (chant) and hula. Palace Theater, 38 Haili Street, Hilo.  11 a.m. Admission is $5, Keiki 12 & under, free.  For information […]