May 1 - 25, 2013 The Waimea Arts Council is proud to present a collection of photographs by Waimea photographer Susan Bailey Harris. The exhibit "Religion and Culture in West Africa: A Land Less Traveled" will be at the Firehouse Gallery in Waimea from May 1-25. To quote Susan: "When I tell people I’ve recently been to Africa their first question is, “Did you see a lot of animals?” In this ... Read more
Events
Na ‘Opio Youth Juried Art Show Winners
March 3 - 30, 2013 The Waimea Arts Council presents the 29th annual Na 'Opio Youth Juried Art show on exhibit at the Firehouse Gallery in Waimea during the month of March. Artwork on exhibit shows the work of students grades 6 - 12 from the North Kohala, South Kohala and Hamakua Districts.Students from public and private schools, as well as home-schooled children,will be represented.This year ... Read more
Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap” Presented by Waimea Community Theatre
“The Mousetrap”, now celebrating 60 years since its writing, and 60 continuous years on stage, is the longest running play in history, and is opening tonight, February 22nd presented by Waimea Community Theatre. The theatre presents the play as part of its 49th year of entertaining Hawai’i theatre fans. Cast Giles and Mollie Ralston David Merrin and Jennifer McCord. Chris ... Read more
Calling All Youth for Art~ 29th Annual Youth Art Show Na ‘Opio
The Waimea Arts Council Firehouse Gallery Announces our 29th Annual Youth Art Show- Na 'Opio. We will exhibit art throughout the month of March, from art students in the communities in the North and South Kohala and Hamakua Districts. As we celebrate the 52nd year of Youth Art Month, we are reminded of the need for art in all aspects of life, not only as a means of expression but to stimulate ... Read more
Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival Celebrates 20 years
Saturday, February 2nd, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. The 20th Annual Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival has a full lineup of multicultural performing arts, hand-on demonstrations, plus over 100 crafters and food booths. For two decades, this free community festival has showcased the 60-year-old cherry trees planted at Waimea’s historic Church Row Park and the Japanese tradition of viewing them — ... Read more
Kahilu Theatre Presents Vagina Monologues
The award-winning play is based on V-Day Founder/playwright Eve Ensler’s interviews with more than 200 women. With humor and grace the piece celebrates women’s sexuality and strength. Through this play and the liberation of this one word, countless women throughout the world have taken control of their bodies and their lives. For more than twelve years, The Vagina Monologues has given voice to ... Read more