Aloha and Happy Spring to all, and to my friends “Down Under”, Happy Fall! We are starting to notice warmer days here in Kona, and the plumeria is once again beginning to bloom, creating that wonderful scent in the air.

Last weekend we had the opportunity to take a Whale Watching cruise with the Kona Outdoor Circle. It was a perfect day to be out on the water! Even though we did not see a plethora of whales, we did see a few, and the cruise south from the Kona Pier with the gentle music of John Keawe in the background was very relaxing. As the coastal scenery drifted by and we sipped our Mai Tais, we couldn’t help thinking how wonderful it is to be able to spend a weekend in just such a fashion without leaving home. There are always opportunities for entertainment here, and while the cruise required a donation of $60.00 apiece, many activities are free. Just watch the paper or check the KonaWeb Activities page for ideas. You’ll be pleased with the range of choices and hard pressed to fit everything you want to do into a mere weekend.

Our other social activity last week was to attend the Aloha Theatre’s performance of “The Sound of Music”. One of our friends had a part as a nun and her son played a soldier, so our group enjoyed dinner at the Aloha Angel Cafe and then attended the show. It was excellent! We are always amazed by the talent of the actors here in Kona. Many have been on stage in other areas of the world, and some, like our friend, are brand new to acting. The children in this production ranged in age from 7 on up and were terrific. I highly recommend the Aloha Theatre for an enjoyable evening out.