After-school programs launch at two West Hawaii schools
After-School All-Stars Hawaii has expanded to two new locations in West Hawaii: Konawaena Middle School and Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School.
Adventure movie shot in HVNP debuts at the Palace Theater
Audiences can take an unexpected adventure in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park through the film, “At Her Feet,” at the Hilo Palace Theater this Friday.
Aerial acrobatics on display in ‘Fleurish’: New production is Saturday at the Palace
Aerial artists from Hawaii Island and Maui will color the stage with dynamic performances this Saturday.
Medieval stories, images take new forms in EHCC exhibit
“Wandering the Borderlands,” the latest exhibition at the East Hawaii Cultural Center, draws on the eclectic life and childhood experiences of artist Pier Fichefeux.
Ma‘i Movement forges ahead with fight against ‘period poverty’
The Ma‘i Movement continues to work toward its goal of ending “period poverty” in Hawaii.
Let’s Talk Food: Fried rice
Fried rice originated in the Sui Dynasty in Yangzhou, the Eastern Jiangsu province of China, as a way to use up leftover (usually day old) rice and avoid food waste. During the Gold Rush in the 19th century, the Chinese immigrants introduced Americans to fried rice.
Tropical Gardening: Deforestation affects more than just trees
We recently returned from a family wedding at Lake Chelan in Eastern Washington. What was most notable was the region that was once desert is now a land of vineyards and fruit orchards. However, there were very few birds, wildlife and even insects. The contrast with Hawaii’s abundant and varied wildlife was astounding. It was too quiet there especially with no bird songs.
Community invited to BISAC’s Summer Jam
The Big Island Substance Abuse Council, or BISAC, will hold its 10th annual Summer Jam Event from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. this Saturday at the Hilo Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium.
Applicants sought for DLNR advisory councils
The state Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of Forestry and Wildlife, in cooperation with the U.S. Forest Service, is accepting applications for vacant seats on the Laupahoehoe and Pu‘uwa‘awa‘a advisory councils on Hawaii Island.
Kona pool to close for repairs starting Aug. 10
The Kona Community Aquatic Center will be closed starting at 3 p.m. on Aug. 10 for repairs and maintenance, according to the Department of Parks and Recreation.
Temple to hold ‘Garage Sale’ at Sangha Hall
Honpa Hongwanji Hilo Betsuin on Saturday will present “the largest Garage Sale in Hilo” after a six-year break.
Volcano Watch: Measuring volcanic gases: The answer is blowin’ in the wind
Measurement of volcanic gases is critical for both public safety and understanding volcanic activity — and everything we measure relies on the wind.
Christmas in July craft fair Saturday in Kona
The 31st annual Joann “Goose” Williams Christmas in July Art, Gift, Jewelry, & Craft Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at the Courtyard King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel.
Legal Aid Society to offer free legal information in Kona
The Legal Aid Society of Hawaii is pleased to announce a free legal information presentation from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at the West Hawaii Civic Center in Mayor’s Conference Room B-2.
32nd Annual Relay For Life this Saturday
The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of the Big Island is celebrating its 32nd year of raising awareness and funds through its annual community event this Saturday.
Tropical Gardening: The macadamia tree comes from the land down under
Like many other trees from Australia, the macadamia thrives in Hawaii. Others suited to the Islands are many grevillea, melaleuca, callistemon and eucalyptus species. When it comes to our favorite nut, many folks on the mainland think of macadamia nut trees are native to Hawaii, but here we know it is an Australian tree that we adopted as our own.
Shaking up Shakespeare: Hilo Community Players’ performances kick off tonight
The Hilo Community Players are romping through all of William Shakespeares’ plays in a fast-paced, hilarious fashion over the next four weeks.
Autism group teams with Regal Cinemas: ‘Sensory-friendly’ movie events help foster inclusion
The lights will be turned up and the sound will be turned down Saturday for a “sensory-friendly” movie experience at Prince Kuhio Plaza in Hilo.
Let’s Talk Food: Mustard cabbage
My sister harvested her mustard cabbage and gave me some. My favorite way to eat it is by brining it into sin choi. I also like to use it instead of nori to make makizushi-stuffed with seasoned tuna. My friend Tracy will make kim chee out of it.
Volcano Watch: Cruising Chain of Craters Road: Recent earthquakes and past volcanism
The upper East Rift Zone (UERZ) of Kilauea was a shaky place this past weekend. This region extends southeast from Kaluapele (Kilauea’s summit caldera) to Maunaulu, and earthquakes here can reflect pressurization of Kilauea’s summit magma storage system.
