Meet the growers, get expert advice at free Plant People Road Show
KAILUA-KONA — Featuring five Big Isle mom-and-pop nurseries, the Plant People Road Show returns to Kona with new operating hours. Time is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, at the Makaeo Pavilion at Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area. Admission is free.
Law enforcement personnel complete CIT training
The Hawaii Police Department has announced the addition of 10 new officers to its Crisis Intervention Team, or CIT.
Honor military veterans on Saturday: Annual parade in downtown Hilo begins at 10 a.m.
The Big Island community will unite on Saturday to celebrate and honor service in all its forms at the 17th Annual Hawaii Island Veterans Day Parade.
Dink in Pink Pickleball Tournament set
KAILUA-KONA — Ready, set, serve!
Hawaii Nei Art Exhibition on display through Dec. 12
The public is invited to the free 16th Annual Hawaii Nei Art Exhibition at Wailoa Center in Hilo.
Acclaimed Escher String Quartet returns to Hilo
The Hawaii Concert Society’s second presentation of its 2024-25 season features a string quartet that takes its name from the renowned Dutch graphic artist M. C. Escher and draws inspiration from that artist’s use of individual components working together to form a whole, as any quartet must do in order to succeed.
YWCA fundraiser raises $11K: ‘Walk a Mile in Her Shoes’ event benefits Sexual Assault Support Services program
YWCA of Hawaii Island on Saturday held its 15th annual “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” fundraiser.
Hawaii Care Choices kicks off talk show about health care
Hawaii Care Choices has launched “Let’s Talk Healthcare Hawaii!” — a new TV talk show and podcast dedicated to palliative care education.
Rotary forum today will feature Roth, Alameda
The Rotary Club of Hilo will host a forum from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. today at WSW Steakhouse, located in the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel. This event will feature Hilo’s current Mayor Mitch Roth and his primary challenger, Kimo Alameda, in a discussion of key issues impacting the Hilo community.
HPD detective named TOP COP
Hawaii Police Department’s Detective Chandler Nacino received the 2024 TOP COP Hawaii award from the Law Enforcement and Security Coalition of Hawaii during a ceremony in Honolulu on Friday, Oct. 18.
County seeks applicants for boards, commissions
Mayor Mitch Roth encourages residents to apply for open positions on several of the county’s boards and commissions.
Concert offers fusion of Navajo melodies, jazz, funk
Kahilu Theatre in Waimea will host a one-of-a-kind concert featuring the Delbert Anderson Quartet at 7 p.m. on Friday.
Arbor Day celebration set for Kona
Arbor Day in Hawaii is this Saturday, Nov. 2.
Donations sought for Saturday’s Kaumana school rummage sale
Do you have stuff just gathering dust in your closets or garage? Donations are welcomed for the annual Kaumana Elementary School PTA Rummage Sale.
AARP hosts free ‘Positive Approach to Dementia’ workshops on Saturday
AARP Hawaii is offering free “Positive Approach to Dementia Care” workshops on the Big Island in November, National Family Caregivers Month.
Charity Walk raises $500K for Big Island nonprofits
The Hawaii Lodging &Tourism Association Charity Walk 2024 took place on Saturday, June 22, at Waikoloa Resort. The annual event brought together participants and supporters from across the community, with all proceeds going to local charities and nonprofits.
S. Kohala police officer honored
A South Kohala district police officer recently was honored for his persistence, diligence and determination in keeping the roadways safe.
Public invited to Group Bike Ride with lawmaker
Join state Rep. Greggor Ilagan from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2, for a free Group Bike Ride to advocate for a safer bike route along Highway 130 from Keaau to Pahoa.
AstroDay in Kailua-Kona set for Nov. 2
KAILUA-KONA — Learners of all ages are invited to Kona Commons Shopping Center in Kailua-Kona from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2, for AstroDay, an entertainment-filled day of astronomy, robotics and natural sciences.
County skatepark reopens after being closed during pandemic
The Hawaii County Department of Parks and Recreation celebrated the reopening of the Volcano Skatepark on Saturday following extensive repairs “completed in collaboration with a contingent of dedicated volunteers from the Volcano and skateboarding communities,” according to a county press release.
