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<\/a>Courtesy Photo: Hilo Orchid Society website<\/p>\nWe also want to remind everyone that the Hilo Orchid Society Annual Show and Sale is July 24-26 at Edith Kanaka\u2018ole Multi-Purpose Stadium in Hilo. It\u2019s the state\u2019s largest and most comprehensive orchid show and sale, plus one of Hilo\u2019s largest events.<\/p>\n
Those who attend will find gorgeous displays of thousands of orchids, including exotic species and hybrids not typically found at major retail or grocery chains, orchids for sale fit for beginners to expert growers as well as orchid-related items, tasty food and even talks and demonstrations.<\/p>\n
Visit the Hilo Orchid Society website<\/a> for additional information.<\/p>\n There\u2019s plenty more happening around the island, too, including an upcoming camp for keiki who have always wanted to be pirates.<\/p>\n Keep reading to discover all of our top 10 things to do on the Big Island for July 24-30.<\/p>\n * * * * * * * * *<\/p>\n No. 1 \u2014 \u201cPeace by Piece\u201d (Volcano, through Aug. 9)<\/p>\n When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays<\/p>\n Location: Volcano Art Center Ni\u02bbaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road<\/p>\n Volcano Art Center\u2019s sixth biennial quilt show explores acts of connection created through fiber, fabric, pattern and stitch. The exhibition features creative works of art steeped in rich traditions from the past as well as explorations of new and innovative quilting trends and techniques.<\/p>\n More info: Visit the Volcano Art Center website<\/a>.<\/p>\n * * * * * * * * *<\/p>\n No. 2 \u2014 Roots & Cultural Celebration! (Kea\u2018au, July 24)<\/p>\n When: 6 to 9 p.m.<\/p>\n Location: Big Island Eagles Aerie, 16-111 \u02bb\u014cp\u016bkaha\u02bbia St.<\/p>\n Enjoy music, food, community and good vibes, featuring Soulmedic and music by DJ Empress Neriah and DJ Uplifter, plus Ethiopian cuisine and homemade desserts. A portion of proceeds benefit cultural and educational programs by A.F.R.I.K.A. Collective. All ages welcome. Suggested donation of $10 to $15; keiki 12 years old and younger free.<\/p>\n More info: Call 808-313-0667 or email to empress.neriah@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n * * * * * * * * *<\/p>\n No. 3 \u2014 12th annual Summer Jam (Hilo, July 25)<\/p>\n When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.<\/p>\n Location: Dr. Francis F.C. Wong Stadium parking lot, 699 Pi\u2018ilani St.<\/p>\n This free, family-friendly event promotes substance abuse prevention, treatment, recovery and wellness, inviting the community to enjoy live entertainment, the popular \u02bbOhana Health Fair as well as a craft fair, keiki fun zone and more, plus a diverse selection of local food vendors. And don\u2019t miss the truck pull!<\/p>\n More info: Follow Big Island Substance Abuse Council on Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n * * * * * * * * *<\/p>\n No. 4 \u2014 11th annual L\u0101 Ho\u2019iho\u2019i Ea ma H\u0101m\u0101kua Celebration (Pa\u02bbauilo, July 25)<\/p>\n When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.<\/p>\n Location: Pa\u02bbauilo Elementary and Intermediate School field, 43-1497 Hauola Road<\/p>\n Come celebrate and dance to the music of k\u016bpuna and mo\u2018opuna, eat \u2018ono grinds from the \u2018\u0101ina, talk stories with friends of the \u2018\u0101ina, embrace the art and wisdom of k\u016bpuna and just have a good time! Let\u2019s go k\u0101kou! See you there?<\/p>\n More info: Email to kealaulili@gmail.com<\/a> or contact Hui M\u0101lama i ke Ala \u02bb\u016alili at 808-756-5089.<\/p>\n * * * * * * * * *<\/p>\n<\/p>\n No. 5 \u2014 Seventh annual Experience Volcano Festival (Volcano, July 25-26)<\/p>\n When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days<\/p>\n Location: Various location throughout the village<\/p>\n This festival features live music, Hawaiian culture, artists in action, tours, demonstrations, keiki and \u2018ohana activities, happy hours, restaurant specials, food trucks and more! Almost all events are free, with more than 70 vendors, 20-plus musicians and more than 20 cultural experiences to enjoy.<\/p>\n More info: Visit the Experience Volcano Festival website<\/a>.<\/p>\n * * * * * * * * *<\/p>\n No. 6 \u2014 Maluhia Garden Party (Kea\u2018au, July 25)<\/p>\n When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n Location: Opaliuli Historic Estate, 16-730 Kea\u2018au-Pahoa Road<\/p>\n Enjoy a beautiful day in the garden in support of Maluhia Pathways and hosted by Sammy Sampaga. The day will feature fun and games for keiki and keiki at heart, face painting, a silent auction, craft and food vendors as well as live entertainment by Darryl Castillo and Kaleb Yamasaki, plus line dancing with Tommy Hanohano.<\/p>\n More info: Email to maluhiapathways@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n * * * * * * * * *<\/p>\n No. 7 \u2014 Music Night (Waik\u014dloa, July 25)<\/p>\n When: 5 to 7 p.m.<\/p>\n Location: Waik\u014dloa Stables, 68-1936 Waik\u014dloa Road<\/p>\n Guess who\u2019s back? Tome Isobe and the Blues Dogs! Help support \u2018ohana in need by bringing a non-perishable food item to this installment of Music That Feeds. Bring food or purchase from one of the food trucks onsite. Bring a chair and your own beverage, if you want, but no glass, please.<\/p>\n More info: Visit the Waik\u014dloa Stables website<\/a>.<\/p>\n * * * * * * * * *<\/p>\n No. 8 \u2014 AI Adventure: Imagine, Build, Share (Waik\u014dloa, July 27-31)<\/p>\n When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day<\/p>\n Location: Hawai\u2018i Keiki Museum, 69-250 Waik\u014dloa Beach Drive<\/p>\n Get ready to explore the magic of artificial intelligence with a week of hands-on fun talking chatbots, making amazing pictures, directing your own mini movies, coding to bring ideas to life and more. No experience needed \u2014 just curiosity and creativity. For keiki ages 8 to 15 years old. Spots are limited.<\/p>\n More info\/register: Visit the Hawai\u2018i Keiki Museum website<\/a>.<\/p>\n * * * * * * * * *<\/p>\n No. 9 \u2014 Performing Arts Pirate Camp (Ocean View, July 27-31)<\/p>\n When: 1 to 5 p.m. each day<\/p>\n Location: Ocean View Community Center, 92-8924 Leilani Circle<\/p>\n Ahoy, me mateys! This fun-filled weeklong camp focuses on creating and rehearsing material for a Sept. 19 performance for National Talk Like a Pirate Day, including a new pirate musical that participants and Ka\u02bb\u016b Dance Academy will create together. Registration includes a costume and props.<\/p>\n More info\/register: Call 808-315-5671 or email to KauDanceAcademy@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n * * * * * * * * *<\/p>\n No. 10 \u2014 Live music at Uncle Robert\u2019s (Kalapana, July 29)<\/p>\n When: 6 p.m.<\/p>\n Location: Uncle Robert\u2019s Awa Bar, 12-5038 Kalapana-Kapoho Beach Road<\/p>\n Experience a relaxed, culturally-grounded atmosphere while you enjoy a beautiful evening of live Hawaiian music featuring HiwaHiwa, the well-known Big Island-based musical duo and cultural entertainers Kealohamele K\u0101lawa and Malia Ka\u2018awaloa, plus more. Cover charge of $10.<\/p>\n More info: Follow Kealohamele Kalawa on Instagram<\/a> and TikTok<\/a>.<\/p>\n * * * * * * * * *<\/p>\n Check for yourself what\u2019s happening around the Big Island<\/p>\n We admit. As hard as we try every week, we still likely didn\u2019t find every event happening around the Big Island. Plus, we can\u2019t fit everything going on in our entertainment roundup. So here are websites for some popular Big Island venues that you can peruse to discover even more events, activities, shows, festivals or workshops.<\/p>\n Aloha Theatre, Kealakekua:\u00a0https:\/\/apachawaii.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n Blue Dragon Tavern, Kawaihae:\u00a0https:\/\/www.bluedragontavern.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n Donkey Mill Art Center, H\u014dlualoa:\u00a0https:\/\/donkeymillartcenter.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n East Hawai\u2018i Cultural Center, Hilo:\u00a0https:\/\/ehcc.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n Hawai\u2018i Volcanoes National Park:\u00a0https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/havo\/index.htm<\/a><\/p>\n Hilo Town Market, Hilo:\u00a0https:\/\/hilotownmarket.co\/events<\/a><\/p>\n Hale Kanikapila (formerly Hilo Town Tavern), Hilo:\u00a0https:\/\/halekanikapila.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n Honoka\u2018a People\u2019s Theatre, Honoka\u2018a:\u00a0https:\/\/www.honokaapeople.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n Kahilu Theatre, Waimea:\u00a0https:\/\/kahilu.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n Keauhou Shopping Center, Kailua-Kona:\u00a0https:\/\/keauhoushoppingcenter.com\/experience\/<\/a><\/p>\n Kona Commons, Kailua-Kona:\u00a0https:\/\/www.konacommons.com\/events<\/a><\/p>\n Lava Shack, P\u0101hoa:\u00a0https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/lavashackpahoa\/?hl=en<\/a><\/p>\n Lyman Museum, Hilo:\u00a0https:\/\/lymanmuseum.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n MyBar Kona, Kailua-Kona:\u00a0https:\/\/www.mybarkona.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n Palace Theater, Hilo:\u00a0https:\/\/hilopalace.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n University of Hawai\u2018i at Hilo Performing Arts Center, Hilo:\u00a0https:\/\/artscenter.uhh.hawaii.edu\/<\/a><\/p>\n Volcano Art Center, Volcano:\u00a0https:\/\/volcanoartcenter.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n Wailoa Center, Hilo:\u00a0https:\/\/www.wailoacenter.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n Waimea Arts Council, Waimea:\u00a0https:\/\/www.waimeaartscouncil.org<\/a><\/p>\n Willy\u2019s Hot Chicken, Kailua-Kona:\u00a0https:\/\/willieshotchicken.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n <\/a>Courtesy Image: Facebook<\/p>\n<\/a>Courtesy Image: Facebook<\/p>\n<\/a>Courtesy Image: Big Island Substance Abuse Council<\/p>\n<\/a>Courtesy Image: Facebook<\/p>\n<\/a>Courtesy Image: Facebook<\/p>\n<\/a>Courtesy Image: Facebook<\/p>\n<\/a>Courtesy Image: Hawai\u2018i Keiki Museum website<\/p>\n<\/a>Courtesy Image: Facebook<\/p>\n<\/a>Courtesy Image: Facebook<\/p>\n<\/a>Image Compilation: Big Island Now<\/p>\n