Saturdays, November 3, 10 & 17:  Hula Kahiko Performance. Hula halau from across Hawai`i and beyond perform in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting at the kahua hula (platform) in the Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, located just a short walking distance from the Volcano Art Gallery in Ka`auea. 10:30 a.m.  Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain […]

Saturday, November 3: Wine, Cheese, Chocolate & More!  For 18 years old and up. Hilo Medical Center Foundation's 14th Annual Wine, Cheese, Chocolate & More Fundraiser will feature delectable chocolates; superior cheeses; fine wines with distinct properties, aromas & flavors; cold beer; and a magnificent array of delicious pupus and appetizers created with local ingredients […]

Every Monday: Niaulani Nature Walk.  A free, guided rain forest tour in Volcano. This one-hour nature walk travels through a lush portion of an old-growth Hawaiian rain forest on an easy, 1/7-mile loop trail. The walk introduces visitors to the native plants and birds of Volcano. Guides focus on the biological, ecological, and geological features of the […]

Every Tuesday Morning: BikeWorks Beach & Sport – Queens Marketplace. Free fun road ride for cyclists of all levels at 8:15 a.m. Rental bikes available. Get updates on all the BikeWorks activities on the Emily T Gail Show at http://espnhawaii.com/ under the lineup or visit http://www.bikeworkshawaii.com/. Queens Marketplace, Waikoloa Beach Rd. For information about other community rides and/or bike routes call BikeWorks at (808) 886-5000. 

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. 

November 9 – 18: Kona Coffee Fest.  For nearly 200 years much has been celebrated, discussed and enjoyed over a cup of Kona’s world famous coffee. Praised for its fine, light and memorable taste, Kona coffee once again takes center stage. Throughout the 10-day Festival, celebrate the harvest as Kona coffee farms offer a firsthand look […]

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. 

Friday, November 9:  Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Lantern Parade.  A glowing procession of light, music and color celebrates the arrival of Japanese immigrants to Hawai`i.  Ali`i Drive, Kailua Pier to Hale Halawai.  6 to 9 p.m.  For information, visit www.kvbid.org.

Saturday, November 10: Veteran’s Day Parade.  Parade begins at 10 a.m. at Wailoa State Park statue, proceeds to Kilauea Ave, to Waianuenue Ave., and to Kamehameha Ave. Enjoy a wide variety of exciting marching units, along with the music of island marching bands and Taiko drummers. For more information call (808) 930-3609 or visit www.hivetparade.org.

Sunday, November 11:  Free Entrance To Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park & Pu`uhonua O Honaunau In Honor Of Veterans Day. The National Park Service announces that the public will be invited to experience all national parks, without entrance fees today.