Plan on joining the Pacific Tsunami Museum’s “Tsunami Talk Story Festival” this coming Sunday, May 18 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Several survivors from the tsunamis that struck Hilo in both 1946 and 1960 will be onhand to talk story, a rare treat for all. We had the pleasure of meeting 2 of the kupuna, Sam Bishaw and Gloria Kobayashi (pictured below while we were taping her). Click on the image to launch the KBR segment about the Pacific Tsunami Museum (Windows Media Player file).

Called “The Good Life in Waiakea,” this event brings to life earlier days of this Hilo oceanfront district prior to the tsunamis that struck this city in 1946 and 1960. This area is now home to famous Banyan Drive, resort hotels, Queen Lilioukalani Park and a golf course. Sponsored by Pacific Tsunami Museum 6 – 9 p.m., Sangha Hall. $25 includes dinner. (808) 935-0926 or www.tsunami.org.