Tropical Gardening: Spring fragrance adds another pleasure to Hawaii gardens
The sun has officially passed over the equator as the Earth dips to the south. It is now officially spring. Our weather is generally mild all year, however, there is a noticeable spring fever effect when it comes to local gardeners. This is because many flowers start heavy blooming at this time.
Search for the Easter bunny in KTA stores for a chance to win prizes
It’s Easter season at KTA Super Stores.
10th Big Isand Chocolate Festival set for April
The delicious flavors and aromas of chocolate will “Indulge the Senses” at the Big Island Chocolate Festival April 28-29 at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa.
Lyman Museum offers Manuahi Day
Hilo’s own Lyman Museum will hold a Manuahi Day on Monday, March 27.
Kamuela Philharmonic to perform Sunday with world-renowned violinist
The Kamuela Philharmonic Orchestra ends its 2022-23 MasterWorks Season at Kahilu Theatre on Sunday with its concert, “Brilliant.”
Three-day art fair this week in Waimea
The March Big Island Art Fair will be held this Thursday, Friday and Saturday at the Kahilu Town Hall in Waimea.
Tropical Paws fundraiser set for Saturday
The 25th annual Tropical Paws benefit gala returns Saturday at the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai in Kona.
Water department promotes ‘Fix a Leak Week’
The Hawaii County Department of Water Supply is celebrating the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s “Fix a Leak Week” through March 26 by helping water customers save valuable water and money.
Former Hawaii resident returns to Hilo to perform ‘Tomte’ this Thursday
Puppeteer Tom Lee is returning to Hilo for a shadow puppet performance Thursday at the University of Hawaii at Hilo Performing Arts Center.
Let’s Talk Food: The best recipes
My dream job would be working for a newspaper that would allow me to travel the world looking for the “BEST” recipe and write about it. Christopher Kimball of Milk Street magazine does that, traveling around the world to find that perfect recipe and whenever the title says “The world’s best!” it certainly makes me take notice.
Volcano Watch: GeoSPACE: The benefits of accommodation and inclusion in geology field experiences
Scientists from the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) are collaborating with academic colleagues to make field experiences in geology more accessible for people who have been historically excluded, specifically those with disabilities.
St. Patrick’s Day festivities spring onto Mamane Street
The Honokaa Business Association will be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day on Saturday with plenty of festivities on Mamane Street.
Big Island Woodturners return with Saturday workshop
Big Island Woodturners is holding a hands-on demonstration and workshop this Saturday after a five-year hiatus.
Wailoa Center hosts art exhibit featuring local photographers
“Light & Shadow: A B&W Photography Exhibit” is on display at Wailoa Center through March 30.
Kaumana Elementary rummage sale set; donations sought
Do you have stuff just gathering dust in your back room or garage?
Kauikeaouli Festival returns to Outrigger Kona
Kamehameha Schools will celebrate the 22nd annual Kauikeaouli Festival – a birthday tribute to Kamehameha III – with a free ‘aha mele (concert) and cultural activities Friday and Saturday at the Outrigger Kona Resort &Spa at Keauhou Bay.
Laros to serve on Chamber Executives board
Wendy Laros, the president/CEO of the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce, has been appointed to a two-year term on the board of the Western Association of Chamber Executives.
Hawaii Community College gets nod from U.S. State Department
Hawaii Community College was recognized as a Fulbright Program top-producing institution for the 2022–2023 academic year by the U.S. Department of State.
Hilo Woman’s Club wine event this weekend
The Hilo Woman’s Club is once again hosting its popular Wine & Cheese Tasting/Silent Auction fundraising event from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday at the clubhouse located at 7 Lele Drive in Hilo.
UH-Hilo, Philippines-based university pledge cooperation
The top administrators at University of Hawaii at Hilo and Eastern Samar State University in the Philippines have signed a Memorandum of Understanding intended to spur cooperation between the two universities through virtual classroom collaboration and faculty research.
