SPECIAL EVENTS

STUDENT POTTERY SALE
Date: May 1st, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., 2010
Place: Hawaii Community College Ceramics Lab, Hilo, Big Island
Contact: Monika, (808) 974-7534, naturehawaii@msn.com
The Hawai`i Community College Akua `Aina Ceramics Club members are having a pottery sale on Saturday, May 1, from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm in the ceramics lab located at the corner of Kawili and Manono Street in Hilo. Items for sale include utilitarian wares and sculptures. This event helps raise needed funds for safety equipments, workshops, and other studio improvements. It is an excellent opportunity for people to find the perfect Mother's Day gift. For more information, call 974-7534.

SHERATON KEAUHOU ARTS & FINE CRAFTS FAIR
Date: May 1st, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., 2010
Place: Sheraton Keauhou Resort & Spa- Convention Center, Big Island
Contact: Jamie Gilmore (Promoter - Bohemian Botanical Arts), gilmorearts@gmail.com, (808) 987-3808
Juried show of the Big island finest arts & fine crafts created by local artisans. alternativehawaii.com. Hand made quilts, watercolors, prints, greeting cards, slate engravings, Hawaiian wood hairsticks, hurricane lamps, handblown glass pendants, hand made jewelry..both traditional & contemporary, mosaic art etc....

MAY DAY, LEI DAY AT QUEENS' MARKETPLACE
Date: May 1st, 12 p.m. - 6 p.m., 2010
Place: Queens' Market Place, Big Island
Contact: Catherine Tarleton, catherinetarleton@gmail.com, (808) 883-0669
May Day is Lei Day at Queens' MarketPlace. alternativehawaii.com. Celebrate the time-honored tradition of May Day, Saturday, May 1, 2010 with free lei-making activities, Hawaiian music and more, at Queens' Marketplace, 12:00noon to 6:00p.m. At 4:30p.m., come to Waikoloa Bowl and enjoy the fabulous ho'ike "Liko Ka Palapalai" directed by Kumu Keala Ching, featuring favorite Big Island halau and keiki hula from 'Aha Punana Leo. Ho'ike tickets $15/$25 reserved, a benefit for the halau and the school.

HAWAII VAPERS CLUB MONTHLY MEET
Date: May 1st, 2 p.m., 2010
Place: Volcano Vapor Bar, Big Island
Contact: Joe Volcano (Manager - Hawaii Vapers Club), info@volcanoecigs.com, 1-800-870-3357 or 808-387-9559
Every First Saturday, we hold our monthly meet for the Hawaii Vapers Club. Please come down for free beverages and entertainment. alternativehawaii.com. You can trade Electronic cigarette parts and Eliquid. Best thing is we will let you vape for free all day long. Please come down even if your still a smoker. Mahalo!!! ~Joe Volcano

KONA ORCHID SOCIETY ORCHID SHOW & PLANT SALE
Date: May 7th - 8th, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., 2010
Place: Hale Halawai Pavilion in Kailua-Kona, Big Island
Contact: Bob Zeller, orchidbob1@gmail.com, 808-939-9282
"Orchid Fantasia" is the theme of this years Orchid Show & Plant Sale. The Show will open at 10 am on Friday, @ 8 am on Saturday and will close at 6 pm. alternativehawaii.com. There will be many Orchid Plant Vendors from all over the Big Island. Kona Coffee, Ceramics, Cement Pots, Crafts, Gold, Silver and Real Flower Jewelry will also be available. Please attend the classes offered during the day by our experienced growers.

NATIVE SPECIES ART HIKE IN KAHUKU UNIT
Date: Saturday, May 8th, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., 2010
Place: Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, Big Island
Contact: (808) 967-8222
Native Species Art Hike in Kahuku Unit, Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park This unique hike is for amateur and professional artists of all ages who plan to submit artwork for the juried show Hawai‘i Nei 2010 held June 12 to July 26. This unique guided hike visits the Kahuku area of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Join National Park Resource Management Staff and artists Jennifer and Scott Manley to see remnant forest fragments that shelter rare species and learn of the plans to restore this unique and beautiful koa-ohia forest. Participants should bring water and lunch, and be prepared for hot, sunny and dry conditions. Limited to 10 participants. Cosponsored by the Three Mountain Alliance and the Volcano Art Center. Free!

"MAMA, MY MAMA..I LOVE YOU " HULA & MUSIC CELEBRATION
Date: May 8th, 5 p.m. - 9 p.m., 2010
Place: Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa, Big Island
Contact: "Aloha" Victor, 808-322-6141, 808-989-4616 or Vicky, vicky@current-events.com, 808-884-5003
Halau Kala'akeakauikawekiu presents their 5th annual 'Mama'my Mama, I Love You Mother's Day hula and concert celebration. Guests will enjoy entertainment by the halau, music by Weldon Kekauoha, Lorna Lim, Napua Greig and others and mistresses of ceremony Skylark Rossetti and Penny Kelii Vredenburg. $40 ticket helps underwrite expenses for halau participation in the Queen Lili'uokalani Keiki Hula Competition on Oahu. Event includes silent auction and food and beverages for sale during the evening.

TROPICAL PAWS
Date: May 14th, 6 a.m. - 9 p.m., 2010
Place: Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, Big Island
Contact: Vicky (PR - Hawaii Island Humane Society), vicky@current-events.com, 808-326-7820
Friday, May 14, 2010 has been set for the 14th annual Tropical Paws benefit for the Hawaii Island Humane Society. alternativehawaii.com. The "paw-sitively paw-some" gala affair will be held at the elegant Four Seasons Hualalai Resort beginning at 6:00 p.m. Silent and live auctions, Four Seasons-style buffet dinner, live entertainment and dancing are anticipated for the evening. Tickets sell out every year and will be available approximately one month prior to the event.

VOLUNTEER FOREST RESTORATION PROJECT
Date: May 15th, 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., 2010
Place: Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, Big Island
Contact: Mark Johnson, mjohnson@hevanet.com, (808) 961-5012
This month's project will be weather dependent. If the rains continue, we will plant native understory species to add diversity to the koa forest on the Mauna Loa strip of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. We will work under a canopy of maturing koa trees in an area with a pasture grass and bracken fern ground cover. alternativehawaii.com. If it is too dry, we will work in a koa-manele (soapberry) forest with a recently planted native understory. We will remove vines that are smothering the native plant seedlings and dig up re-sprouting blackberries. In either case, we will learn about the park's native forest restoration program and see the progress on the Mauna Loa strip. Volunteers should be at least 14 years old, and be able to hike at least one mile over uneven terrain. Sponsored by Friends of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. To sign up, call Mark Johnson at 961-5012 or email mjohnson@hevanet.com.

GROWING RAINBOWS
Date: May 15th, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., 2010
Place: Maku'u Market, Big Island
Contact: Thunderfoot (founder and organizer - Native American Center), msthunderfoot@yahoo.com, 808-968-1111
This community event is to strengthen and empower families and communities. It is free and will have informational booths, guest speakers, kids activities and a FOODBANK food drive, and more. alternativehawaii.com. We are also promoting self-sustainability, with the main mission to connect communities to resources, and to connect resources with each other as well.

PRESS RELEASES THAT WORK
Date: Saturday, May 15th, 9:30 am - 12:30 p.m., 2010
Place: Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd. in Volcano Village, Big Island
Contact: Emily Catey (Program Director - Volcano Art Center), (808) 967-8222, info@volcanoartcenter.org
Press Releases that Work, a writing workshop with professional journalist Alan McNarie. Learn the basics of journalism including how to write an effective, objective and well organized press release. Workshop also includes hints for proofreading and putting content and graphics into forms local newspapers will accept. Open to ages 16 and up. Artists, non-profits and small businesses welcome. $35 (financial aid available) includes supplies.

NIAULANI FOREST WORK DAY
Date: Sunday, May 16th, 9:00 a.m. - noon, 2010
Place: Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd. in Volcano Village, Big Island
Contact: Emily Catey (Program Director - Volcano Art Center), (808) 967-8222, info@volcanoartcenter.org
Individuals, families, and small groups are invited to connect with Kilauea’s unique nature while volunteering to help preserve the beauty and diversity of this native, old-growth rainforest. alternativehawaii.com. Tools provided. Raingear and sturdy closed-toe shoes required. Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd. in Volcano Village. Free. Advance registration recommended.

FLIP OUT! - A STORYTELLING PERFORMANCE
Date: Sunday, May 16th, 1 p.m., 2010
Place: Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd. in Volcano Village, Big Island
Contact: Emily Catey (Program Director - Volcano Art Center), (808) 967-8222, info@volcanoartcenter.org
Flip Out a storytelling performance with Lorraine Godoy, Angie Libadisos and Sandra Claveria. Through a series of comedic monologues, these Pinay lolas (Filipino grandmothers) in their 60’s tell their life stories, exploring and exploding myths about Filipinos. They share wry, caustic humor and profoundly moving and diverse recollections of growing up in Hawaii. alternativehawaii.com. They have been playing to sold out audiences who get a different show each time. Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd. in Volcano Village. Tickets $8.

HAWAIIAN SLACK KEY & AMERICAN FINGERSTLYLE GUITAR
Date: May 15th, 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., 2010
Place: Ocean View, Big Island
Contact: Chris Yeaton (promoter and musician), cy0825@aol.com, (808) 960-1026
Hawaii born, Chris Yeaton, draws from a lineage of great Hawaiian Slack Key tradition. His musical inspiration and journey began with one of Hawaii's most celebrated musicians, Master Slack Key guitarist Keola Beamer, and continued with Big Island Slack Key master John Keawe. alternativehawaii.com. Along with traditional Slack Key pieces he incorporates a blend of contemporary Fingerstyle into his playing, drawing from other renowned artists such as, William Ackerman, Alex de Grassi, Michael Hedges, William Coulter, & Peppino D'Agostino. Yeaton's is a unique style of beautiful and progressive Slack Key. His 2nd album 'Ho'o Pa'a, "The Stand" was released in January of 2006. Chris Yeaton has toured nationally with guitar masters Keola Beamer and John Keawe. Yeaton also credits Gordon Rowland, Adam Werner, Patrick Landeza, & Brian Vasquez, as musical inspirations and teachers. Yeaton continues to tour and shares musical venues and experiences with other musicians through the Woodsong Acoustics Group.

"BEST OF THE FEST" STARRING JOHN CRUZ IN CONCERT
Date: May 16th, 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., 2010
Contact: Catherine Tarleton, Catherinetarleton@gmail.com, (808) 883-0669
AUSTRALIA, IRELAND, CANADA AND KOHALA COAST. One of Hawaii's favorite singer-songwriters JOHN CRUZ includes the Big Island on his world tour, to play the "Best of the Fest" Concert Sunday, May 16, during Big Island Film Festival 2010, Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows Hale Hoaloha Pavilion. alternativehawaii.com. $35/advance includes John Cruz in concert, audience-voted Best Feature and Best Short films of BIFF 2010 and silent auction for the Wounded Warrior Project for US Veterans.

ARTISTS IN ACTION
Date: May 22nd, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., 2010
Place: Volcano Garden Arts, Volcano Village, Big Island
Contact: Emily Herb, eherb@hawaii.rr.com, (808) 987-3472
Artists from the Volcano Village Artists Hui will be demonstrating their skills in a variety of media. Free demonstrations and hands-on activities will include glass blowing, wheel thrown pottery, metal tooling, Japanese paste paper, clay sculpture, paper collage, textile painting and relief printmaking. alternativehawaii.com. Come enjoy a day of free fun, learn how local artists create their unique works, and try your hand at a variety of creative projects. A delicious gourmet lunch will be available for purchase.

PELE AND POLIAHU II
Date: Saturday, May 22, 7:30 p.m., 2010
Place: Kilauea Military Camp Theater in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park., Big Island
Contact: Emily Catey (Program Director - Volcano Art Center), (808) 967-8222, info@volcanoartcenter.org
A dance concert by kumu hula Meleana Manuel and Hula Halau Ke Olu Makani o Mauna Loa along with choreographer-dancer Shizuno Nasu and her contemporary dance students. alternativehawaii.com. This blending of traditional and contemporary dance forms includes special appearances by vocal artist Rhiannon and saxophonist Swing MASA. Another chance to see this exciting innovative collaboration inspired by the goddesses of fire and snow. $18 advance ticket / $20 at the door.

"IN THE FIELD": NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY
Date: May 22nd & 23rd, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m., 2010
Place: Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, Big Island
Contact: admin@fhvnp.org, (808) 985-7373
Join award-winning photographer and wildlife biologist Jack Jeffrey for inspirational sessions of photographing the splendor of Hawai'i's native flora and fauna. Various aspects of nature photography discussed include equipment, exposure, composition, lighting, close-ups, and photo ethics. Start early in the morning at the top of the Mauna Loa Road within Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park and meander down the road to Kipukapuaulu (bird park). Day 1 is designed for those with limited field experience using their cameras. Day 2 is an advanced tip, tricks, and techniques seminar for those who have completed Day 1 or who already have some experience with their cameras in the field. alternativehawaii.com. ONE DAY: Cost per person is $50 for members ($40 for student members) / $70 for non-members. TWO DAYS: Cost per person is $90 for members ($80 for student members) / $125 for non-members. Includes lunch. Sponsored by the Hawai'i Volcanoes Institute, a program of Friends of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. To register, call 985-7373, email admin@fhvnp.org, or visit www.fhvnp.org.

RX WORLD PREMIERE
Date: May 27th, 7 p.m., 2010
Place: Palace Theatre, Hilo, Big Island
Contact: Trina or Lily Chan-Harris, naturehawaii@msn.com
Written, directed, and filmed by 18 year-old Jesse Tunison of Volcano, this feature length film release marks two years of hard work by Jesse and the producer Kea`au Youth Business Center. alternativehawaii.com. Filmed entirely on the Big Island with local actors, Rx is high drama as Jason, the main character, who is pushing prescription drugs runs into a persistent and revengeful cop whose own family has been wrecked by high flying teens. A reception and Q&A session to follow. $5 admission.

SUBMISSION OF ARTWORK FOR HAWAI‘I NEI 2010
Date: Friday, May 28 & Saturday May 29, 10:00 a.m - 1 p.m., 2010
Place: Volcano Art Center's Niaulani Campus 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd. in Volcano Village, Big Island
Contact: Emily Catey (Program Director - Volcano Art Center), (808) 967-8222, info@volcanoartcenter.org
A juried exhibition of art representing native species held June 12 to July 26. The Natural Area Reserves System, the Three Mountain Alliance watershed partnership, and the Volcano Art Center Gallery present the only juried art exhibition on Hawai‘i Island to celebrate our native flora and fauna from ridge to reef. alternativehawaii.com. Prospectus and entry forms now available at www.volcanoartcenter.org. Submit art work during above-designated dates/times with an entry form at Volcano Art Center's Niaulani Campus 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd. in Volcano Village. $10 per adult entry, children (under 18) are welcome to submit work for free.

FIRESIDE STORIES IN HAWAI’I VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK
Date: Friday, May 28th, 7 p.m., 2010
Place: Volcano Art Center Gallery in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, Big Island
Contact: Emily Catey (Program Director - Volcano Art Center), (808) 967-8222, info@volcanoartcenter.org
Learn about the history, culture, and people of Hawai’i in this series of informal talks, sponsored by the Volcano Art Center in conjunction with Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park. This month’s presentation is “Na Mea Ka Lua: Art of the Warrior” with Manny Mattos. Mattos is a dry land forest conservationist and kalai la‘au (Hawaiian carver), who shares stories about creating traditional weaponry from the wood of various endangered native trees. Free!!! Park entrance fees may apply.

WAIMEA BONYU KAI BONSAI CLUB ANNUAL EXHIBITION
Date: May 29th - 30th, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., 2010
Place: Waimea Community Center, Rt 19 (next to Waimea Park), Big Island
Contact: Nancy Male, malenb@hawaii.rr.com
The oldest bonsai club on Hawai'i Island (over 50 years old) showcases over 50 trees to delight bonsai enthusiasts and the curious. Come talk story with members and view the bonsai. Free.

ONGOING EVENTS

NIAULANI NATURE WALK - FREE FOREST TOUR IN VOLCANO
Date: Mondays, May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 9:30 a.m., 2010
Contact: Emily Catey (Program Director - Volcano Art Center), (808) 967-8222, info@volcanoartcenter.org
This one-hour nature walk travels through a lush portion of an old-growth Hawaiian rain forest on an easy, 1/7-mile loop trail. The walk introduces individuals, families, and groups to the native plants and birds of Volcano. alternativehawaii.com. Guides focus not only on the biological, ecological, and geological features of the area, but also the cultural uses of flora and fauna by native Hawaiians. Offered every Monday at Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd. in Volcano Village. Free; donations appreciated.

THE ARTFUL TASTE OF VOLCANO
Date: Daily, April 25th - June 1st, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., 2010
Contact: Emily Catey (Program Director - Volcano Art Center), (808) 967-8222, info@volcanoartcenter.org
The Artful Taste of Volcano, a group show of tableware and related treasures by Volcano artists. Volcano Art Center Gallery in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Free. Park entrance fees apply.

KOKUA KAILUA VILLAGE STROLL AND CONCERT
Date: May 16th (Other dates in 2010: (Sunday) June 13, July 18, Aug 22, Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 21, Dec. 12), 1:00pm - 6:00pm, 2010
Place: Historic Kailua Village, Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, Kauai
Contact: Dorlene Kolina Chao, dorlenechao@yahoo.com
Historic Kailua Village becomes a festive pedestrian-only walkway and marketplace. Enjoy free music, artists, and friendly merchants open for great shopping and delicious dining. At 4pm, there is a free Hawaiian music concert on the lawn at Hulihee Palace honoring Hawaiian royalty. Bring your own mat or chair and they will be checked for free while you stroll Alii Drive. alternativehawaii.com. Sponsored by Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce, Destination Kona Coast, Kailua Village Merchants Association, Kailua Village Business Improvement District, Hulihee Palace, & Pacific Radio Group. SHOP, DINE, BUY LOCAL!

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