Friday – Sunday, November 14 – 16: Conquering the Sun. Maui’s next feat is to stop the Sun Goddess La from moving so quickly across the sky. His mother, Hina, complains that her kapa for the luau will not dry because the days are so short. With the help of his sister, Keahi, and others […]

Saturday, November 15: Hula Kahiko Informance: Na kumu hula Pelehonuamea Harman and Kekoa Harman with Halau I ka Leo Ola o Na Mamo . Hula halau from across Hawai`i and beyond have been invited to 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 […]

Sunday, November 16: Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll. Ali`i Drive along scenic Kailua Bay in Kailua-Kona becomes a festive pedestrian-only walkway from 1 to 6 p.m. Enjoy music, artists, merchants and restaurants. At 4 p.m., there is a free Hawaiian music concert on the lawn at Hulihe`e Palace. Bring your own […]

Friday & Saturday, November 21 & 22: Ukulele Festival. The Festival this year is dedicated to Dennis Kamakahi – a many time guest of the Institute. Local musicians will offer classes and school shows, in addition to four evening concerts (one free and three ticketed), reaching a projected 4,000 school children in North Hawai`i. The […]

Saturday, November 22: Hawai`i Honey Festival. Taste and judge your favorite honey sent in from beekeepers throughout the Hawaiian islands. Winning honeys will get recognition and awarded. Festivities at the event include the “People’s Choice” Honey Tasting, honey bee educational events, children’s activities, “ono” food, agricultural demonstrations, observation hives, music, and many bee-related crafts & […]

Friday, December 12: Feast on the Beach and Savor. Enjoy music with Henry Kapono & Friends and LT Smooth, along with delicious gourmet food. A portion of ticket proceeds will benefit nine Big Island non-profit organizations. Advance purchase tickets are required. Waikoloa Resort, Lava Lava Beach Club, 69-1081 Kuualii Pl., Waikoloa, 6 p.m. For tickets […]

Friday, November 28: Aloha Fridays on the Porch. Tropical Agriculture farmer Kaipo AhChong will share his expert lei-making skills with VAC visitors. As a member of Halau Na Kamalei, his unique experience marries the science of agriculture with Hawaiian lei and hula traditions. Event is free. Park fee may apply. Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawai`i […]

Saturday, November 29: 4th Annual Art Helps for the Hawaii Island Humane Society. Ceramic pieces, prints, paintings, jewelry and on-site pet adoption from 9-5. Meet artists, meet pets, and come to support a worthy cause in downtown Hilo at High Fire Hawaii Gallery & Studio, 935-8380.

Every Tuesday features the 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 golf, […]

Every Tuesday Morning: Free fun road ride for cyclists of all levels. BikeWorks Beach & Sport - Queens Marketplace. 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.