Japanese rakugo performance slated for Sunday at Palace
The Palace Theater will be presenting a traditional Japanese rakugo performance Sunday in Hilo.
Let’s Talk Food: Father’s Day is this Sunday
This Sunday is Father’s Day and a day to honor your dad. In the U.S. we celebrate it on the third Sunday in June, as do Japan, Bangladesh, China, India, Malaysia, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore and Sri Lanka. In Taiwan, Father’s Day is on August 8, the eighth day of the eighth month. In Mandarin Chinese, the pronunciation of the number eight is “ba” and is very similar to the character “ba” which means “pa” or “dad” or “baba.” (August 8 is my granddaughter’s birthday. She looks like her dad. Is that a coincidence?) In some European countries, it is celebrated on March 19 and is called Saint Joseph’s Day. Sikhs celebrate Father’s Day on December 29, which is the birthday of Guru Gobind Singh. In Indonesia, Father’s Day in on November 12.
Volcano Watch: Reflections on recent eruptions
Kilauea volcano began erupting within Halema‘uma‘u crater at the summit during the early morning of June 7. The eruption marks another in a series of recent eruptions that the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory has been able to successfully forecast!
Proper pruning can minimize storm damage
In the past, hurricane season officially started June 1 and ended October 31. As our oceans began to warm in the 20th century, the ending date for the season was extended to November 30th. Even though we have had very few storms in our neighborhood over the last couple of years, 2023 is an El Nino year and could prove to be a problem.
OHA introduces new program to support Native Hawaiian farmers
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs’ Native Hawaiian Revolving Loan Fund program is introducing a new program to support Native Hawaiian farmers on Hawaii Island and across the state.
East Hawaii Rotary clubs make strong showing at district conference
Over 275 Rotarians attended the 2023 Hawaii Rotary District Conference held on May 19 through May 21 at the Grand Naniloa Hotel.
Summer Fun Program for keiki kicks off
Hawaii County’s 2023 Summer Fun Program in underway for keiki and teenagers at 22 locations across the island.
Registration now open for Keiki Fishing Derby
As part of their continuous outreach to engage youth in North and South Kohala in positive and fun-filled activities, the Hawaii Police Department’s South Kohala Community Policing section has announced a free Keiki Fishing Derby from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 15, at Pua Ka ‘Ilima ‘O Kawaihae Surf Park at Kawaihae Harbor.
PTA offers access to scientists for research
U.S. Army Garrison Pohakuloa Training Area continually works to support the scientific community by facilitating access to the installation.
Free bonsai event set for Father’s Day weekend
Do you want to learn about bonsai and how to grow and nurture them? Volcano Garden Arts will be hosting a day of demonstrations and a sale with bonsai master Bill Newton on Father’s Day Weekend.
Breast cancer experts to gather for Kona workshop
Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in women in Hawaii, where the disease kills 155 women annually.
BISAC expands service to Keaau
The Big Island Substance Abuse Council has added 16 new treatment beds in Keaau to help people during substance use recovery.
Junior lifeguard course offered this summer
The Hawaii Fire Department’s Ocean Safety Division announces the Junior Lifeguard Program for East Hawaii.
Let’s Talk Food: Taco al Pastor
Cook’s Illustrated describes taco al pastor as “Tacos al pastor, or ‘shepard-style’ tacos, are a Mexican taqueria classic made from thin slices of chile-marinated pork that’s been tightly packed onto a vertical spit with layers of pork fat and then roasted. The cone-shaped stack is often topped with a whole pineapple whose tangy, sweet juices trickle down, encouraging the meat to caramelize as it turns, When the exterior is browned and crisp, then shavings of the roasted pork and pineapple are carved off directly onto a warm tortilla and then topped with garnishes that contrast the rich meat; minced raw onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of fresh lime.”
Tropical Gardening: June is blooming great in Britain
Great Britain, United Kingdom, British Isles or whatever name you wish to call this place, it has many areas ideal for growing roses. We are visiting Kew Gardens and there are spectacular displays of roses here and in many privates gardens as well. In Hawaii, growing roses is always a challenge. Roses are cool climate plants that do best at elevations of 1,000 feet or more. At lower elevations, insects and disease problems are aggravated. At best, roses require specific care or they will not do well.
Over cups of Joe, police talk story with residents
The Starbucks at Prince Kuhio Plaza in Hilo was busier than usual last Friday during a “Coffee with a Cop” event.
The 6th Annual MidSummer Art Celebration opens Friday at Wailoa Center
The Wailoa Center in Hilo and the Hawaii Island Art Alliance have announced that the 6th Annual MidSummer Art Celebration will be on display from Friday until June 28.
23 Big Island schools will offer free meals this summer
The state Department of Education announced that 86 public schools throughout the state will serve free meals over the summer to children 18 years and younger, regardless of enrollment status.
Let’s Talk Food: Chili crisp
Some foodies say that chili crisp may replace sriracha as the next condiment as it is more complex. Chili crisp incorporates aromatics and other ingredients that are fried until they are crunchy.
That tropical look may be achieved with the right plants
Today’s column comes to you from the Royal Botanic Gardens of Kew. We are here for a meeting of the International Palm Society. For those who have not experienced this amazing 500 acre plus garden, it is like the Walt Disney World of horticulture. The gardens date back to the early 18th century as royal palace gardens to today’s globally renowned scientific institution for plant and fungal research. In 1759, Princess Augusta, mother of King George the third, started it all. Today it employs over a thousand people. Kew is London’s largest UNESCO World Heritage site and houses over 50,000 species both native and introduced from all over the world. We are here primarily to study the family of palms.
