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 […]

Saturday, August 12: Jazz in the Forest: Odyssey of Jazz. The 2017 Jazz in the Forest features Jean Pierre Thoma & the Jazztones with two performances (4:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.) The Jazz in the Forest concert series offers an extraordinary opportunity to hear the highest caliber jazz anywhere, up close and personal. Volcano Art […]

Sunday, August 13: Hospice of Kona’s Royal Tea Benefit. Enjoy an afternoon tea at Four Seasons Hualalai. Proceeds to benefit Hospice of Kona’s Nakamaru Hale. This tea party with a Hawaiian twist features tasty mini sandwiches, scones, French pastries, decadent desserts and more. Unlimited champagne and mimosas available with the purchase of a commemorative glass. […]

Saturday, August 19: 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 gear and sitting […]

Saturday, August 19: Don The Beachcomber Mai Tai Festival. A full day of fun at Royal Kona Resort, including a Battle of the BBQ from 11a.m. to 2 p.m.; a Marketplace from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; a Pool Party with live music from 2:30 to 4 p.m.; and The Mai Tai Mix-off from 4:30 […]

Saturday, August 19: Big Island Blues Festival. A family-friendly event for all ages, featuring great original blues music by Bottle of Blue, Ronnie V & the Family Band, and Tomi Isobe’s Blues Band. There will be unique vendors, delicious BBQ and more. Hale Halawai Park, 75-5760 Ali`i Dr., Kailua-Kona. 2 to 10 p.m. Tickets are […]

Sunday, August 27: `Ohi`a Love Fest. Come out for a day of 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 […]

The Emily T Gail Show, aka “Emily T. Gail Talks Story” show is available at www.EmilyTGailTalkStory.podomatic.com  online 24/7 and via https://www.facebook.com/emilytgailtalkstory/ and a free iTunes podcast. Emily “talks story​”​ ​about sports, recreation and community events in communities where Emily is involved: Island of Hawai`i and Detroit, her home town.  Sponsored by Aloha Big Island Visitor […]

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 http://volcanoartcenter.org/.

Friday & Saturday, September 1 & 2:  Augie T’s “Laugh Da Island Way” Comedy Tour.  Laugh until your sides ache, with one of Hawai`i’s favorite comedians.  Augie T was named funniest comic in Hawai`i by the Honolulu Star-Bulletin and Midweek.  His work has been recognized as best comedy show by Honolulu Magazine, topped the DVD […]