Dracula rises to the stage in Waimea
WAIMEA — Vampires have always shined around Halloween time, and the most famous vampire of all will be center stage on the island this October.
Kamuela Philharmonic Orchestra brings Anthony Arnone back to Hawaii for season opening concert
KAILUA-KONA — Associated with sophisticated atmospheres and classical music, orchestra concerts can leave an impression of having a low-key approach to music and a night of entertainment.
Loved ones welcome home musician Keikilani Lindsey, recovering after critical crash
KAILUA-KONA — With a smile on his face and surrounded by jovial family, friends and fans, it was hard to tell that just a short time ago, Keikilani Lindsey was fighting for his life.
Hawaii-made short film ‘Last Taxi Dance’ gets the spotlight for the Ohina Short Film Showcase
KAILUA-KONA — Stories of prejudice, the effects of war and human connection — the film “Last Taxi Dance” has them all.
Famous Hawaii musicians come together for Kona Choral Society benefit concert
KAILUA-KONA — Four Hawaii music stars will align this weekend for the benefit of West Hawaii’s own group of accomplished singers.
All together now: Six legendary Big Island guitarists to perform in one show
KAILUA-KONA — The Big Island has an abundance of great guitar players in residence, and on Friday night, a portion of that talent pool will be performing on the same stage.
Goldie Lefkowitz, 96, knits hats for newborns — but her story runs much deeper than that
KAILUA-KONA — Goldie Lefkowitz likes to keep herself busy. And at 96, she has a lot of free time on her hands.
Former Konawaena players, students celebrate 50 years of being ‘a Wildcat at heart’
KEALAKEKUA — While the current Konawaena football team prepped Friday night for their homecoming game against Waiakea, an older generation of Wildcats watched from the sideline, reminiscing on games past.
Fundraiser by Ohana Martial Arts puts on performances, ‘TED Talks for teens’
KAILUA-KONA — As director at Ohana Martial Arts, Tara Brown is able to interact with the children and teenagers in Kona on a daily basis and get a closeup look into their lives and struggles.
Fifth annual HawaiiCon crashes Waikoloa
KAILUA-KONA — A smaller convention than its more famous, mainland counterparts, granted, but this weekend’s HawaiiCon offers a more intimate setting for fans to get to know their favorite stars.
Trevor Gordon Hall brings new sounds to Hawaii for first performances on the islands
KAILUA-KONA — Trevor Gordon Hall has traveled the world with his one-of-a-kind instrument, the kalimbatar, but has never had the opportunity to bring his unique invention to Hawaii. And for Hall, performing on the islands is a childhood dream come true.
Hawaii Island Festival celebrates ‘Year of the Hawaiian’ with five cultural events
KAILUA-KONA — Every year, the dedicated volunteers of the Hawaii Island Festival — 30 Days of Aloha try to find a theme that represents their mission to showcase all the unique aspects of Hawaiian culture and heritage.
Shallenberger’s ‘The Leaping Place’ captures Hawaiian mythology hidden in the Big Island’s landscapes
KAILUA-KONA — With inspiration from his ancestors and native Hawaiian mythology, photographer Matt Shallenberger has created a collection of photographs that show what makes the land on the Big Island special.
Queen Liliuokalani race celebrates 45 years of hosting wahine paddlers
KAILUA-KONA — In 1973, Missy Kaleohano was fresh out of high school and had just picked up a new sport with a group of her friends — paddling.
Message with a punch: Golden Gloves nonprofit urges Kona kids to fight for education
KAILUA-KONA — Shawn Krcma and Allyson Goddard were once young children with big dreams. Now a pilot and a scuba diving instructor, the two professionals hope to inspire the future generation to follow their own passions as they grow up.
Kahilu Theatre brings out the stars for production of classic ‘South Pacific’
WAIMEA — As diverse as its settings and characters, Kahilu Theatre’s production of the famous musical “South Pacific” will feature newcomers, longtime Big Island actors and a veteran Broadway actor.
One with the ocean: Documentary on Jacques Mayol to screen alongside freediving competition
KAILUA-KONA — Legendary freediver Jacques Mayol could dive hundreds of feet in one, single breath and was fascinated with dolphins and the mysteries of life under the ocean.
Made for the islands: New festival opens doors for local filmmakers
KAILUA-KONA — Two years after the Big Island Film Festival had its curtain call, two filmmakers from Puna have created a new way to celebrate Hawaii’s film industry.
Locals, celebrities get a taste of famous drink at annual Mai Tai Festival
KAILUA-KONA — Aaron Sanchez and Sam Choy have a few things in common. They both hold the title of celebrity chef and they both have an appreciation for a famous tropical drink: the mai tai.
Where’s Woody?: Popular Kona artist continues painting away from spot on Alii Drive
KAILUA-KONA — A once-popular fixture outside of Huggo’s on the corner of Alii Drive and Kahakai Road, Robert “Woody” Woodward occupied a spot under a banyan tree in the center of town for decades.
