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Orchid Cultivation

When: April 25, 2015 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

If you’re an orchid hobbyist or someone with a budding orchid addiction you’ll want to join Ben Oliveros, Larry Kuekes and Shelby Smith from the Hilo Orchid Society for Volcano Art Center’s Orchid Workshop. Larry Kuekes will discuss which orchids grow best at different elevations. Ben Oliveros will be giving hands on demonstrations for dividing …

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Mushroom Cultivation

When: May 2, 2015 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

Now you can satisfy your mycology interests at the Volcano Art Center’s Mushroom Cultivation workshop taught by Big Island resident Zach Mermel. Instructor Zach will teach the basics of fungal biology and how fungal mycelium colonizes different materials, particularly wooden logs and straw. He will also cover the health benefits of different edible and medicinal …

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Zentangle: Organic Garden Inspired by Dr. Seuss

When: May 16, 2015 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

Swirly curvy strokes meet those uptight straight lines begging them to ebb and flow. Then colors added make them grow. Insanely organic! No GMO’s! Could it be true? Inspired by Seuss but drawn by you. Oh the places you can go when you build a Zentangle® Organic Garden inspired by Dr. Seuss. In the Zentangle®: …

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Jazz in the Forest

Jazz in the Forest 4/18 4:30PM

When: April 18, 2015 @ 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

The Spring Jazz Series continues on April 18 with Keahi Conjugacion. She will join the VAC Jazz Ensemble: Jr Volcano Choy-Musical Director; Reggie Griffin-Guitar; Brian McCree-Bass; Bruce David or Bo Wade on Drums. Keahi is a Na Hoku Hanohano Hawaiʻi Music Award and Grammy-nominated international jazz recording artist, and a member of the well-known Conjugacion family (Tony …

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Jazz in the Forest

Jazz in the Forest 4/18 7:30PM

When: April 18, 2015 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

The Spring Jazz Series continues on April 18 with Keahi Conjugacion. She will join the VAC Jazz Ensemble: Jr Volcano Choy-Musical Director; Reggie Griffin-Guitar; Brian McCree-Bass; Bruce David or Bo Wade on Drums. Keahi is a Na Hoku Hanohano Hawaiʻi Music Award and Grammy-nominated international jazz recording artist, and a member of the well-known Conjugacion family (Tony …

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Aloha Friday: Coconut Leaf Weaving with Cathy & Tyson Black

When: April 10, 2015 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery

Aloha Friday Coconut Leaf Weaving with Cathy & Tyson Black  Aloha Friday cultural demonstrations are held each week from 11 am – 1 pm on the VAC Gallery Porch. This week’s offerings include: Coconut leaf weaving with Cathy & Tyson Black These free cultural events are supported in part by a grant from the County …

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Process Painting

When: July 11, 2015 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

In this workshop we silence the internal critic and throw away the rulebook about how we “should” paint. Hoban explains, “When people learn ‘the process’ they can paint from within, letting their subconscious or right brain engage in spontaneous expression. When we say “no” to what wants to happen and ignore the natural creative impulse …

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Jazz in the Forest

Jazz in the Forest 5/16 7:30PM

When: May 16, 2015 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

The Spring Jazz Series continues on Saturday, May 16 and will feature the legendary trombonist Slyde Hyde, and special guest vocalist Yolee Hyde.  They will join the VAC Jazz Ensemble with musical director Jr Volcano Choy on trumpet, keyboard & vocals, Reggie Griffin on guitar, Brian McCree on bass and Bruce David on drums. Slyde Hyde began playing …

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Jazz in the Forest

Jazz in the Forest 5/16 4:30PM

When: May 16, 2015 @ 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

The Spring Jazz Series continues on Saturday, May 16 and will feature the legendary trombonist Slyde Hyde, and special guest vocalist Yolee Hyde.  They will join the VAC Jazz Ensemble with musical director Jr Volcano Choy on trumpet, keyboard & vocals, Reggie Griffin on guitar, Brian McCree on bass and Bruce David on drums. Slyde Hyde began playing …

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Aloha Friday: Lei making with Kaipo AhChong

When: May 22, 2015 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI 96718, USA

Aloha Friday cultural demonstrations are held each week from 11 am – 1 pm on the VAC Gallery Porch. This month’s offerings include: Lei making with Kaipo AhChong These free cultural events are supported in part by a grant from the County of Hawai`i, Dept. of Research and Development and the Hawai`i Tourism Authority. National …

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Aloha Friday: Lei making with Kaipo AhChong

When: June 26, 2015 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI 96718, USA

Aloha Friday cultural demonstrations are held each week from 11 am – 1 pm on the VAC Gallery Porch. This month’s offerings include: Lei making with Kaipo AhChong These free cultural events are supported in part by a grant from the County of Hawai`i, Dept. of Research and Development and the Hawai`i Tourism Authority. National …

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Aloha Friday: Coconut Leaf Weaving with Cathy & Tyson Black

When: June 19, 2015 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery

Aloha Friday Coconut Leaf Weaving with Cathy & Tyson Black  Aloha Friday cultural demonstrations are held each week from 11 am – 1 pm on the VAC Gallery Porch. This week’s offerings include: Coconut leaf weaving with Cathy & Tyson Black These free cultural events are supported in part by a grant from the County …

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Aloha Friday: Lei making with Randy Lee

When: June 12, 2015 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

Aloha Friday cultural demonstrations are held each week from 11 am – 1 pm on the VAC Gallery Porch. This month’s offerings include: Lei making with Randy Lee These free cultural events are supported in part by a grant from the County of Hawai`i, Dept. of Research and Development and the Hawai`i Tourism Authority. National …

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Aloha Friday: Ukulele with Wes Awana

When: June 5, 2015 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI 96718, USA

Aloha Friday cultural demonstrations are held each week from 11 am – 1 pm on the VAC Gallery Porch. This month’s offerings include: Ukulele with Wes Awana. These free cultural events are supported in part by a grant from the County of Hawai`i, Dept. of Research and Development and the Hawai`i Tourism Authority. National Park entrance …

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Mushroom Cultivation

When: August 8, 2015 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

Now you can satisfy your mycology interests at the Volcano Art Center’s Mushroom Cultivation workshop taught by Big Island resident Zach Mermel. Instructor Zach will teach the basics of fungal biology and how fungal mycelium colonizes different materials, particularly wooden logs and straw. He will also cover the health benefits of different edible and medicinal …

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Aloha Friday: Ukulele with Wes Awana

When: July 3, 2015 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI 96718, USA

Aloha Friday cultural demonstrations are held each week from 11 am – 1 pm on the VAC Gallery Porch. This week’s offerings include: Ukulele with Wes Awana. These free cultural events are supported in part by a grant from the County of Hawai`i, Dept. of Research and Development and the Hawai`i Tourism Authority. National Park entrance …

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