10 | FRIDAY, JUNE 23, 2017 BIG ISLAND ENTERTAINMENT SCENE | WEST HAWAII TODAY ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT his owner takes in Duke, a stray whom Max instantly dislikes. Info: www.queensmarketplace.net. ‘The Great Gilly Hopkins’ screens Monday Honokaa Public Library will host a free screening of “The Great Gilly Hopkins” on Monday. The 2015 drama comedy film is based on Katherine Paterson’s classic 1978 middle-grade novel about an unfriendly foster kid who finally opens up to others after being placed with a devout older woman who’s already fostering a little boy. The movie will be shown from 4 to 6 p.m. Info: 775-8881. ‘Finding Dory’ to be shown in Kapaau The North Kohala Public Library will show “Finding Dory” on Monday in Kapaau. Every Monday at 6 p.m. the library shows a free family film. The event is open to ages 5 and up. “Finding Dory” is a 2016 sequel/ spinoff to 2003’s “Finding Nemo.” In the PG film, the friendly but forgetful blue tang fish, Dory, begins a search for her long-lost parents, and everyone learns a few things about the real meaning of family along the way. Info: 889-6655. Announcements Waimea Ocean Film Festival set The eighth annual Waimea Ocean Film Festival kicks off the new year Jan. 1-9 at various locations in South Kohala and North Kona. The festival brings an immersive visual experience to the island each January, offering guests heart-pounding adventure, giant surf, marine life, international expeditions and ocean action, all while garnering greater insight and understanding into the ocean environment and island culture. More than 60 films feature ocean experience, ocean environment, island culture, inspiring stories and epic adventure. In addition to the program of films, interactive presentations, exhibits and Breakfast Talks, ocean-based activities add a dynamic element to the festival. Breakfast Talks provide an intimate setting for guests to connect with filmmakers and special guests to ask questions and hear the behind-thescenes stories that bring the films to life Films and programs will be held Jan. 1-4 at venues in Waimea, the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel in Kona and The Fairmont Orchid in North Kona, before moving on Jan. 5 to Four Seasons Resort Hualalai where the festival will continue through Jan. 9. New this year are film screenings each evening outdoors at Four Seasons at Hoku Amphitheatre. Waimea venues include Kahilu Theatre, Hawaii Preparatory Academy, Parker School Theatre and Anna Ranch. A painting by Sophie Twigg-Smith Teururai, “Parea,” has been chosen as Continued on page 11 ➠ ‘Summer Fun’ on display at Waimea Arts Council Exhibit kicks off with special events on July 1 The Firehouse Gallery presents “Summer Fun” during the month of July. Staying true to its historical heritage, the gallery will kick off the exhibit by having Waimea-based members of the Hawaii Fire Department and their fire engine at the gallery from 10 a.m. to noon on July 1. The fun will include touring and sitting on a real fire engine, fire safety prevention for kids and adults, and mini art projects for the youngsters. In addition, the Waimea Arts Council will provide free shave ice in various flavors until 1:30 p.m. Starting Wednesday and continuing through July 29, the public is invited to check out local artist’s creations depicting fun and activities at Big Island beaches, Waimea’s Fourth of July rodeo, or the simple pleasures of a summer day. All WAC members are local artists and many different mediums will be represented, including paintings, jewelry, sculpture and much more. The Waimea Arts Council is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the arts on Hawaii Island. The gallery, located at the crossroads of Mamalahoa Highway and Lindsey Road in Waimea, is open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday through Friday and Sunday and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. Info: www.waimeaartscouncil.org. ■ WEST HAWAII TODAY “Girl on the Beach,” a watercolor by Irina Place, is part of Waimea Art Council’s “Summer Fun” exhibit. “Daughters,” a watercolor by Irina Place, is part of Waimea Art Council’s “Summer Fun” exhibit. “Boy Eating Watermelon,” a watercolor by Irina Place, is part of Waimea Art Council’s “Summer Fun” exhibit. COURTESY PHOTOS/SPECIAL TO WEST HAWAII TODAY Honokaa Public Library will host a free screening of “The Great Gilly Hopkins” on Monday. The North Kohala Public Library will show “Finding Dory” on Monday in Kapaau. ➠ Continued from page 9
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