FRIDAY
FRIDAY
KONA
Blue Tattoo Blues Band
Chil’n on the Bay/6:15 PM
Info: 315-6640
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Bula Akamu and Mati Laino with keiki
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
Info: raysonthebay.com
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CJ Conklin
Huggo’s Restaurant bar/7:30-10:30 PM
Info: 329-1493
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George Wit
Huggo’s On the Rocks/3-5 PM
Info: 329-1493
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Eddie Heaukalani with hula
Huggo’s On the Rocks/6-8 PM
Info: 329-1493
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Larry Dupio Band
Huggo’s On The Rocks/8:30-11 PM
Info: 329-1493
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Johnny Shot
Laverne’s Sports Bar/6:30-10:30 PM
Info: johnnyshot.com
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Dennis Garcia
Daylight Mind Coffee Co./11 AM
Info: daylightmind.com
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Hula show
Keauhou Shopping Center/6-7 PM
Info: www.keauhouvillageshops.com
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Friends of Bluegrass
Daylight Mind Coffee Co./5 PM
Info: daylightmind.com
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Bobby G and Phillip
Daylight Mind Coffee Co./5:30 PM
Info: daylightmind.com
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APAC presents ‘Christmas with Mark Twain’
Aloha Theatre/7:30 PM
Tickets are $22 for adults; $20 for seniors and students; and $10 for keiki younger than 18.
Info: apachawaii.org, 322-9924
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KOHALA
Lorenzo’s Army
Blue Dragon/6:30-10 PM
Info: bluedragonrestaurant.com
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Victoria Prince
Lava Lava Beach Club/2:15-4:15 PM
Info: lavalavabeachclub.com
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Ninodem with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-7 PM
Info: lavalavabeachclub.com
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Henry Kapono
Lava Lava Beach Club/7:30-9:30 PM
Info: lavalavabeachclub.com
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Rootz Republik
Big Island Brewhaus/6-9
Info: 887-1717
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Keiki hula performance
Kings’ Shops/6-7 PM
Info: kingsshops.com
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Frank Rolon Jr.
Banjy’s Paradise Bar & Grill/6:30-9:30 PM
Info: 883-3853
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Alohi Polynesian Dance Academy
Queens’ MarketPlace/6-7 PM
Info: queensmarketplace.net
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Lee Stewart
The Paniolo Country Inn/5-8 PM
Info: 885-4377
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VOLCANO
Aloha Friday on the Porch
Volcano Art Center Gallery/11 AM
Info: 967-8222
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SATURDAY
KONA
Kona Choral Society offers ‘Joy to the World’ holiday performances
Makaeo Events Pavilion/4 PM
Free holiday concert featuring the 90-member adult chorus and KCS youth choruses. Full story on page 3.
Info: konachoralsociety.org
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MERGE
Korner Pocket/8-11 PM
Info: 322-9994
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Kenny C.
Kailua-Kona Public Library/3 PM
Info: 327-4327
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LEGO Junior Makers
Kailua-Kona Public Library/10 AM
Free program for children ages 4 to 11. Program limited to first 20 children and their adult partners.
Info: 327-4327
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George Wit
Huggo’s Restaurant bar/7:30-10:30 PM
Info: 329-1493
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Victoria Prince
Huggo’s On the Rocks/3-5 PM
Info: 329-1493
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Kevin Teves with hula
Huggo’s On the Rocks/6-8 PM
Info: 329-1493
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Pacific Fusion
Huggo’s On The Rocks/8:30-11 PM
Info: 329-1493
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Volcano Choy Jr.
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
Info: raysonthebay.com
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KTPS Save Our Studio fundraising event
Kona Theatre Preservation Society dance studio, Halekii Street/10AM-4PM
Info: Marylei Drake 345-5803
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Lee Stewart
Amici’s Italian Restaurant/5-8 PM
Info: 322-9582
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Keauhou Farmers Market 10th anniversary celebration
78-6831 Alii Drive/8 AM
Info: www.konacountyfarmbureau.org
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APAC presents ‘Christmas with Mark Twain’
Aloha Theatre/7:30 PM
Tickets are $22 for adults; $20 for seniors and students; and $10 for keiki younger than 18.
Info: apachawaii.org, 322-9924
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‘Island Naturals Cookbook’ author at Kona Stories
Kona Stories bookstore/11AM-3 PM
Gina Franchini, a longtime Big Island resident, will share samples from her new coobook.
Info: www.konastories.com
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KOHALA
Kona Harp Ensemble – Celtic Christmas
Kahilu Theatre/6 PM
Tickets range from $15 to $30. Event will also feature a CD release party.
Info: kahilutheatre.org
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Bunda
Banjy’s Paradise Bar & Grill/6:30-9:30 PM
Info: 883-3853
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Johnny Shot
Blue Dragon/6:30-10 PM
Info: bluedragonrestaurant.com
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Stephon Bushon
Lava Lava Beach Club/2:15-4:15 PM
Info: 769-5282
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Full Circle with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Info: 769-5282
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Sasha Knowles Dance presents ‘Nutcracker with a Twist’
Queens’ MarketPlace/3 PM
Info: queensmarketplace.net
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Kamehameha Schools’ Concert Glee Club performance
Hapuna Beach Prince Hote Reef Lounge/6-7 PM
Info: N/A
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Monthly mini concert: Ekolu Mea Nui
Queens’ MarketPlace/6-8 PM
Info: queensmarketplace.net
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Twilight at Kalahuipuaa
Eva Parker Woods Cottage, Mauna Lani/5:30-8:30 PM
Talk story under a full moon with Historian Danny Akaka.
Info: www.maunalani.com
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VOLCANO
Hula Kahiko with Na Wai Iwi Ola
Volcano Art Center/10:30 AM
Info: www.volcanoartcenter.org
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Na Mea Hula with Haamauliola Aiona
Volcano Art Center lanai/9:30AM-1:30 PM
Info: www.volcanoartcenter.org
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SUNDAY
KONA
LT Smooth
Huggo’s on the Rocks/3-6 PM
Info: 329-1493
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LT Smooth and Bruce Collins
Huggo’s on the Rocks/6:30-10 PM
Info: 329-1493
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APAC presents ‘Christmas with Mark Twain’
Aloha Theatre/2:30 PM
Tickets are $22 for adults; $20 for seniors and students; and $10 for keiki younger than 18.
Info: apachawaii.org, 322-9924
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Kona Choral Society offers ‘Joy to the World’ holiday performances
Makaeo Events Pavilion/4 PM
Free holiday concert featuring the 90-member adult chorus and KCS youth choruses. Full story on page 3.
Info: konachoralsociety.org
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Kuahiwis
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
Info: raysonthebay.com
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Mana
Daylight Mind Coffee Co./9 AM
Info: daylightmind.com
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Mana and Eke
Daylight Mind Coffee Co./5:30 PM
Info: daylightmind.com
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Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Info: 331-6388
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Sean Wilkinson
Don’s Mai Tai Bar, Royal Kona Resort/5-7
Info: royalkona.com
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KOHALA
Jesse Snyder Trio
Blue Dragon Restaurant/6-9:30 PM
Info: bluedragonrestaurant.com
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CJ Conklin
Lava Lava Beach Club/2:15-4:15 PM
Info: 769-5282
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Full Circle with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Info: 769-5282
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Brian Vasquez
Queens’ MarketPlace/6-8 PM
Info: queensmarketplace.net
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MONDAY
KONA
Neil Barnett
Splasher’s/6-9 PM
Info: johnnyshot.com
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Brian Vasquez
Huggo’s On the Rocks/6-10 PM
Info: 329-1493
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Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Info: 331-6388
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George Wit
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
Info: raysonthebay.com
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KOHALA
West Hawaii Dance Theatre presents ‘The Nutcracker’
Kahilu Theatre/6 PM
Tickets range from $18 to $33. See full story on page 8.
Info: kahilutheatre.org, whdt.org
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Tropical Vibrations Trio
Kings’ Shops/7:30-9:15 PM
Info: kingsshops.com
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Kevin Teves with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Info: 769-5282
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Halau O Poohala performance
Queens’Marketplace/6 PM
Info: queensmarketplace.net
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TUESDAY
KONA
Kevin Teves with hula
Huggo’s On The Rocks/6-10 PM
Info: 329-1493
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Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Info: 331-6388
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Dennis Garcia
Daylight Mind Coffee Co./3 PM
Info: daylightmind.com
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Zouk and Salsa Night
Daylight Mind Coffee Co./7:30 PM
Info: daylightmind.com
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Halau Na Kupuna o Kona Alii performs
Kona Coast Shopping Center/ 10:30 AM-noon
Info: krystal@colliershawaii.com
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Paani Pila
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
Info: raysonthebay.com
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KOHALA
Christian Enns’ pop-up gallery reception
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel/6-8 PM
Info: 315-1950
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Original Music Tuesday
Big Island Brewhaus/6-9
Hosted by Rachael Scott
Info: 887-1717
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West Hawaii Dance Theatre presents ‘The Nutcracker’
Kahilu Theatre/6 PM
Tickets range from $18 to $33. See full story on page 8.
Info: kahilutheatre.org, whdt.org
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John Keawe
Kings’ Shops/7-8:45 PM
Info: 886-8811
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Pomai Nephi Brown with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Info: lavalavabeachclub.com
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WEDNESDAY
KONA
Volcano Choy Jr. and jazz group
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
Info: raysonthebay.com
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Bass & Uke with Friend
Kona Sunset Farmers Market at Kmart parking lot/2-5 PM
Info: konasunsetmarket.com
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Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Info: 331-6388
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Lee Stewart
Amici’s Italian Restaurant/5-8 PM
Info: 322-9582
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Full Circle with hula
Huggo’s on the Rocks/6-10 PM
Info: 329-1493
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KOHALA
Aulani’s Hula Halau performance
Queens’Marketplace/6 PM
Info: queensmarketplace.net
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Brandon Nakano with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Info: 769-5282
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Kahulanui
Kings’ Shops/7-8:45 PM
Info: 886-8811
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Neil Barnett
Mauna Lani Ocean Grill/5:30-8:30 PM
Info: 883-3853
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THURSDAY
KONA
Neil Barnett
Splashers/3-6 PM
Info: 883-3853
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Pomai Serenaders
Rays on the Bay/6:30-9:30 PM
Info: raysonthebay.com
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Greg Shirley Duo
Honu’s on the Beach Restaurant/5:30-8:30 PM
Info: 331-6388
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Tomi Isobe with hula
Huggo’s on the Rocks/6-10 PM
Info: 329-1493
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Full Circle
Huggo’s Restaurant bar/6:30-9:30 PM
Info: 329-1493
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Cyril Pahinui
Don’s Mai Tai Bar/5-7 PM
Info: 930-3286
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Kupuna Crafts
Keauhou Shopping Center/6-7 PM
Info: www.keauhouvillageshops.com
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KOHALA
Classic Castaways
Hilton Malolo/8-11 PM
Info: johnnyshot.com
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Tommy M.
Luana Lounge/6-9 PM
Info: damstr8hawaii@aol.com
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Kimberly June with hula
Lava Lava Beach Club/5-9:30 PM
Info: 769-5282
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Frank Rolon Jr.
Banjy’s Paradise Bar & Grill/6:30-9:30 PM
Info: 883-3853