Big Island Chocolate Festival Dip, Sip & Paint Events

The Big Island Chocolate Festival debuts Dip, Sip & Paint Events Saturday, August 13 at Island Lava Java in Kailua-Kona. Separate sessions outdoors, but under roof, are 3-5pm and 7-9pm for $65 each and include painting supplies and instruction, unlimited wine or two mocktails, pupus by Lava Java and treats to dip in a chocolate fountain sponsored by the Cocoa Outlet. Table Specials for 4. Proceeds benefit the Kona Cacao Association and its support of the local cacao and chocolate industry.