Saturday & Sunday, September 24 & 25: Hawai`i Island Festival of Birds. An event where residents and island visitors with all levels of interest in birding and nature study celebrate the diversity of Hawai'i's birdlife and the habitats that support them. Saturday - Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday's tours […]

Saturday, September 24: Cool Fusion: Festival of Bowls.  This fundraiser celebrates the ceramic, musical, and culinary arts. Relax and enjoy live music while tasting noodles and sipping sake. Keauhou Shopping Center, 78-6831 Ali`i Dr., Kailua-Kona. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information call (808) 322-3362 or visit www.donkeymillartcenter.org.

The Emily T Gail Show, aka  “Emily T. Gail Talks Story” show is found on espnhawaii.com on line, all the time and via Facebook/emilytgailtalkstory and a free iTunes podcast. 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 all […]

Saturday, October 1:  Kona Coffee Living History Farm’s Open House Celebration.  This event honors Kona’s heritage with many coffee farm-related activities, including coffee tastings, traditional food, music, local produce, and tours of the historic 1920s farm and farmhouse.  Kona Coffee Living History Farm, 82-6199 Mamalahoa Hwy, Captain Cook.  10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission. […]

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 […]

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 the BikeWorks activities on the Emily T Gail Show at www.espnhawaii.com under the lineup or visit www.bikeworkshawaii.com. Queens Marketplace, Waikoloa Beach Rd. For information about other […]

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 fees apply. For information […]

Tuesday, October 4:  “Lili`uokalani at Washington Place” One-Woman Show.  Jackie Pualani Johnson performs an amazing, one-woman show taken directly from the writings of Queen Lili'uokalani, the queen's family, and other historical sources. Kilauea Visitor Center Auditorium, Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 7 p.m.  Free admission; park entrance fees apply. For information call (808) 985-6000.

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 apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Saturday, October 8:  Puna Hongwanji Bazaar.  Rummage sale, laulau, cinders, silent auction, boutique, baked goods, and smoked meat. Puna Hongwanji Mission, 16-492 Old Volcano Rd., Kea`au. 8 a.m. to Noon.  Free admission. For more information call (808) 966-9981 or visit www.punahongwanji.org.