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Artisan Farms Tour
11/01/2009 - 11/30/2009 CulturalCulinaryAg Tourism
Visit three artisan farms in beautiful Ahualoa, upslope on the Northeast coast of Hawai‘i Island. Meet the owners and sample the products at these three farms – a coffee plantation, a tea garden and a honey company. Lots of unique and local flavor! By appointment only. Fee. Call (808)775-1000 or 775-1171 or visit www.hawaiianartisanfarms.com.
South Kona Green Market
11/01/2009 - 11/29/2009 CulturalCulinaryAg Tourism
Held every Sunday, this farmers market advocates Hawai‘i Island sustainability by featuring locally-sourced fruit, produce and other foods, plus handcrafted items. The SKGM features live music and educational lectures; Master Gardeners are available to offer free advice. Held 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Amy B.H. Greenwell EthnoBotanical Gardens in Captain Cook. Visit their website at www.skgm.org.
Portuguese Stone Oven Bread Baking
11/05/2009 - 11/26/2009 CulturalNatural HistoryCulinaryAg Tourism
Take part in this historical re-creation – making and then baking traditional sweet bread in a wood-fired oven called a forno, the type used by Portuguese immigrants who came to Hawaii in the 1800’s. A tasty and hands on experience! At the H.N. Greenwell Store museum in Kealakekua, Thursday 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Free. (808) 323-3222 or visit www.konahistorical.org
Aloha Saturdays
11/21/2009 Performing ArtsCulturalCulinary
These monthly programs feature musical performances by Hawaii Island musicians and hula halau, along with presentations by community groups. Also featured are authentic arts and crafts vendors and food booths. This month: a tribute to Hawaii’s Princess Kaiulani. Noon – 4 p.m. Klakaua Park in Hilo. Free. (808) 961-5711 or visit www.ehcc.org.
Artisan Farms Tour
12/01/2009 - 12/31/2009 CulturalNatural HistoryCulinaryAg Tourism
Visit three artisan farms in beautiful Ahualoa, upslope on the Northeast coast of Hawai‘i Island. Meet the owners and sample the products at these three farms – a coffee plantation, a tea garden and a honey company. Lots of unique and local flavor! By appointment only. Fee. Call (808)775-1000 or 775-1171 or visit www.hawaiianartisanfarms.com.
Portuguese Stone Oven Bread Baking
12/03/2009 - 12/31/2009 CulturalCulinary
Take part in this historical re-creation – making and then baking traditional sweet bread in a wood-fired oven called a forno, the type used by Portuguese immigrants who came to Hawaii in the 1800’s. A tasty and hands on experience! At the H.N. Greenwell Store museum in Kealakekua, Thursday 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Free. (808) 323-3222 or visit www.konahistorical.org
Christmas at Kona Village
12/05/2009 Performing ArtsCulinaryHoliday
This 21st annual culinary gala rolls out the holiday red carpet, featuring oh-so-tasty cuisine prepared by top Hawaii chefs, musical entertainment and a grand silent auction benefiting Palama Nui –University of Hawaii, Presented by the Kona-Kohala Chapter Chefs de Cuisine at Kona Village Resort 6 – 9 p.m. $90. For tickets/information call (808) 329-2522 or konakohalachefs@gmail.org.
South Kona Green Market
12/06/2009 - 12/27/2009 CulturalCulinaryAg Tourism
Photo courtesy South Kona Green Market
Held every Sunday, this farmers market advocates Hawai‘i Island sustainability by featuring locally-sourced fruit, produce and other foods, plus handcrafted items. The SKGM features live music and educational lectures; Master Gardeners are available to offer free advice. Held 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Amy B.H. Greenwell EthnoBotanical Gardens in Captain Cook. Visit their website at www.skgm.org.
Kailua Village Stroll
12/13/2009 FamilyPerforming ArtsCulinaryHoliday
Hulihee Palace. Photo courtesy Big Island Visitor's Bureau
Spend a day strolling Alii Drive (which will be closed to traffic) from 1 – 6 p.m.in the charming town of Kailua Village, the heart of Kona and home to historical sites like Mokuaikaua Church and Hulihee Palace. This Sunday features a special holiday season performance at 5 p.m by Hawaii’s top female recording group Na Leo Pilimehana. A great way to spend a Sunday afternoon!
Healing Garden Festival
12/20/2009 - 11/10/2009 FamilyPerforming ArtsCulturalNatural HistoryCulinaryAg TourismConference-Workshop
This unique festival showcases the health-giving properties of native Hawaiian plants and foods. Presentations and workshops, healing arts, cooking demonstrations, lei-making contests, tours, hula and musical entertainment. 9:30 – 4:30 at Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden in Captain Cook and Kailua-Kona. (808) 638-0888 or visit http://hawaiihealthguide.com for complete schedule.
Wailea Village Historic Preservation – Mochi Pounding
12/27/2009 CulturalCulinaryHoliday
Celebrate the New Year with demonstrations of and participation in traditional Japanese mochi pounding and making the rice cakes. Hearty local lunch included for $5. Location: Akiko’s Buddhist Bed and Breakfast at 15-mile marker, Hwy. 19 on Hamakua Coast. 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Call (808) 963-6422 or e-mail msakiko@hawaii.rr.com.
Artisan Farms Tour
01/01/2010 - 01/31/2010 CulturalCulinaryAg Tourism
Visit three artisan farms in beautiful Ahualoa, upslope on the Northeast coast of Hawaii Island. Meet the owners and sample the products at these three farms – a coffee plantation, a tea garden and a honey company. Lots of unique and local flavor! By appointment only. Fee. Call (808)775-1000 or 775-1171 or visit www.hawaiianartisanfarms.com.
South Kona Green Market
01/03/2010 - 01/31/2010 CulturalCulinaryAg Tourism
Held every Sunday, this farmers market advocates Hawai‘i Island sustainability by featuring locally-sourced fruit, produce and other foods, plus handcrafted items. The SKGM features live music and educational lectures; Master Gardeners are available to offer free advice. Held 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Amy B.H. Greenwell EthnoBotanical Gardens in Captain Cook. Visit their website at www.skgm.org. as
Portuguese Stone Oven Bread Baking
01/07/2010 - 01/28/2010 CulturalCulinary
Take part in this historical re-creation – making and then baking traditional sweet bread in a wood-fired oven called a forno, the type used by Portuguese immigrants who came to Hawaii in the 1800’s. A tasty and hands on experience! At the H.N. Greenwell Store museum in Kealakekua, Thursday 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Free. (808) 323-3222 or visit www.konahistorical.org
Kailua Village Stroll
01/17/2010 FamilyCulturalCulinary
Spend a day strolling Alii Drive (which will be closed to traffic) in the charming town of Kailua Village, the heart of Kona and home to historical sites like Mokuaikaua Church and Hulihee Palace, beautiful seaside views, lots of friendly vendors and merchants, and restaurants offering a wide variety of food choices. From 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. A great way to spend a Sunday afternoon!
Artisan Farms Tour
02/01/2010 - 02/28/2010 CulturalCulinaryAg Tourism
Visit three artisan farms in beautiful Ahualoa, upslope on the Northeast coast of Hawaii Island. Meet the owners and sample the products at these three farms – a coffee plantation, a tea garden and a honey company. Lots of unique and local flavor! By appointment only. Fee. Call (808)775-1000 or 775-1171 or visit www.hawaiianartisanfarms.com.
Portuguese Stone Oven Bread Baking
02/04/2010 - 02/25/2010 CulturalCulinary
Take part in this historical re-creation – making and then baking traditional sweet bread in a wood-fired oven called a forno, the type used by Portuguese immigrants who came to Hawaii in the 1800’s. A tasty and hands on experience! At the H.N. Greenwell Store museum in Kealakekua, Thursday 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Free. (808) 323-3222 or visit www.konahistorical.org
Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival
02/06/2010 FamilyCulturalCulinary
This popular festival held in the community of Waimea celebrates Japanese traditions and culture and includes cherry blossom viewing, music, demonstrations, exhibits, crafts, entertainment, ethnic foods, a farmers’ market and visiting performers and artisans from Japan. For additional information contact (808) 961-8706.
Bob Fest Concert and Agricultural Fair
02/07/2010 SportsCulturalCulinaryAg Tourism
Rasta people and everyone who likes good music are invited to this event, celebrating the legacy of reggae icon Bob Marley. Big Island and off-island bands, locally-grown foods, seeds and trees to plant, children’s activities and more. Noon to 6 p.m. in Hilo at Mooheau Park Bandstand. Free. Call (808) 216-7372.
South Kona Green Market
02/07/2010 - 02/28/2010 CulturalCulinaryAg Tourism
Held every Sunday, this farmers market advocates Hawai‘i Island sustainability by featuring locally-sourced fruit, produce and other foods, plus handcrafted items. The SKGM features live music and educational lectures; Master Gardeners are available to offer free advice. Held 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Amy B.H. Greenwell EthnoBotanical Gardens in Captain Cook. Visit their website at www.skgm.org.
8th Annual Hilo Chinese New Year Festival
02/13/2010 Performing ArtsCulturalCulinary
Chinese lion dancers snake to Hilo’s Kal?kaua Park which is transformed into a mini-Chinatown to celebrate the Year of the Ox. Performances, displays, cooking and cultural demonstrations show the Chinese influence in Hawai‘i. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Free! Information: (808) 933-9772 or www.poshfestivals.com
‘Q’uisine of Hearts
02/14/2010 Performing ArtsCulinaryHoliday
Enjoy sumptuous food by Big Island chefs along with wine and music; vote for your favorite “sweetheart” floral arrangement and bid for silent auction items at this American Culinary Federation Valentine’s brunch that benefits childhood nutritional education. 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at the Hilton Waikoloa Village Resort. Tickets $45 adults/$20 children. Call (808) 329-2522.
Kailua Village Stroll
02/21/2010 FamilyCulturalCulinary
Spend a day strolling Alii Drive (which will be closed to traffic) in the charming town of Kailua Village, the heart of Kona and home to historical sites like Mokuaikaua Church and Hulihee Palace, beautiful seaside views, lots of friendly vendors and merchants, and restaurants offering a wide variety of food choices. From 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. A great way to spend a Sunday afternoon!
Artisan Farms Tour
03/01/2010 - 03/31/2010 CulturalCulinaryAg Tourism
Visit three artisan farms in beautiful Ahualoa, upslope on the Northeast coast of Hawaii Island. Meet the owners and sample the products at these three farms – a coffee plantation, a tea garden and a honey company. Lots of unique and local flavor! By appointment only. Fee. Call (808)775-1000 or 775-1171 or visit www.hawaiianartisanfarms.com.
Portuguese Stone Oven Bread Baking
03/04/2010 - 03/25/2010 CulturalCulinary
Take part in this historical re-creation – making and then baking traditional sweet bread in a wood-fired oven called a forno, the type used by Portuguese immigrants who came to Hawaii in the 1800’s. A tasty and hands on experience! At the H.N. Greenwell Store museum in Kealakekua, Thursday 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Free. (808) 323-3222 or visit www.konahistorical.org
South Kona Green Market
03/07/2010 - 03/28/2010 CulturalCulinaryAg Tourism
Held every Sunday, this farmers market advocates Hawai‘i Island sustainability by featuring locally-sourced fruit, produce and other foods, plus handcrafted items. The SKGM features live music and educational lectures; Master Gardeners are available to offer free advice. Held 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Amy B.H. Greenwell EthnoBotanical Gardens in Captain Cook. Visit their website at www.skgm.org.
Kona Brewers Festival
03/13/2010 Culinary
This annual festival promotes craft brewing in Hawai’i and promotes recycling. Expect about 60 craft beers from Hawai‘i and the U.S. Mainland, plus gourmet food. Also special Brewer’s Dinner, Golf Tourney and Run for the Hops. Held under swaying palm trees at the King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel. 2:30 – 6:30 p.m. Fee. (808) 331-3033 or visit www.konabrewersfestival.com.
Kailua Village Stroll
03/21/2010 FamilyCulturalCulinary
Spend a day strolling Alii Drive (which will be closed to traffic) in the charming town of Kailua Village, the heart of Kona and home to historical sites like Mokuaikaua Church and Hulihee Palace, beautiful seaside views, lots of friendly vendors and merchants, and restaurants offering a wide variety of food choices. From 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. A great way to spend a Sunday afternoon!
Kona Chocolate Festival and Symposium
04/17/2010 CulinaryConference-Workshop
This sweet and distinctive festival celebrates chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate. Taste creations by the top chefs and chocolatiers of the Big Island, enjoy wines, gourmet dining, live music, silent auction, farm tours, cooking demos and more. Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort and Spa in Kona. (808) 987-8722 or visit www.konachocolatefestival.com
Kau Coffee Festival
05/01/2010 - 05/02/2010 FamilyCulturalCulinaryAg Tourism
If coffee gets you going, then go to this festival celebrating the bean in Hawai‘i Island’s beautiful Kau district. Featuring a Miss Kau Coffee pageant, hoolaulea, best coffee competition, recipe contest, music and entertainment, farm tours, coffee demos and more. At the Community Center in Pahala. Most events are free. (808) 929-9550 or visit www.kaucoffeefest.com.
Tropical Paws Gala
05/14/2010 Performing ArtsCulinary
Animal lovers and everyone else will love this annual benefit gala for the Hawaii Island Humane Society to be held at the elegant Four Seasons Hualalai Resort north of Kona. Silent and live auctions, Four Seasons-style buffet dinner, live entertainment and dancing are on tap for the evening. 6 p.m. Always a sell out, tickets available one month prior to event. For more information, visit www.hihs.org.
Black & White Night
11/05/2010 Performing ArtsCulinary
Downtown Hilo’s biggest annual strolling party with numerous live music venues, fashion shows, a treasure hunt through town, free food, author & artist receptions. Everyone dresses in black and white, from shorts and T-shirts to gowns and suits to enter the “Best Dressed Black & White Contest” for cash prizes. 5 – 10 p.m. Free! Call (808) 933-9772 or visit www.poshfestivals.com
Kona Coffee Cultural Festival
11/05/2010 - 11/14/2010 CulturalCulinaryAg TourismConference-Workshop
Since its inception in 1970, the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival’s mission has been to preserve, perpetuate and promote Kona’s 180-year coffee heritage. It is Hawaii’s oldest food festival and the only coffee festival in the United States. This year’s celebration will have nearly 50 events including tastings, art exhibits, cupping competition, farm tours, contests, parades, sporting events, and special events. Call (808) 326-7820 or visit www.konacoffeefest.com.
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