TODAY, July 7
KEAAU CHESS FUN DAY
Where: Keaau Village Market
When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 7
Details: Fun Days every Saturday; chess tournament postponed to July 28. Everyone invited. Sign up for tourney.
Contact: Jim, 982-9998, 640- 5845, keaauchess@gmail.com
THE AMAZING TELESCOPE
Where: ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center
When: 1 p.m. July 7
Details: “Two Small Pieces of Glass: the Amazing Telescope,” a daily show, looks at the telescope and its discoveries as seen by two students and their mentor as they attend a star party. Learn how Galileo, Newton and many others developed these instruments and how they have allowed humans to learn about the universe. Through Sept. 28. Admission.
Contact: 969-9703, info@ imiloahawaii.org
THE UNIVERSE TONIGHT
Where: Mauna Kea VIS
When: 6 p.m. July 7
Details: Olivier Lai presents OHANA — A Family of Telescopes on Mauna Kea — the acronym for the “Optical Hawaiian Array for Nanoradian Astronomy.” In lay terms, he’ll discuss project to develop an 800-meter synthetic telescope using the technique of interferometry. Optical fibers can be used to transport the light of each individual telescope to a common focus, with limited impact on site or infrastructure. Free.
Contact: Janet Nathani, 961 2180, nathani@hawaii.edu
CLEM LOW SWING BAND
Where: Hilo Elks Lodge
When: 7-10 p.m. July 7, 21
Details: Benefit for the Elks Lodge, with Clem Low, Betsy Curtis, Bobby Madrona; enjoy the groove. $15/$10/$5.
Contact: Andy Aquino, 959- 5960, alpismo@aol.com
RUMMAGE SALE
Where: New Hope-Puna
When: 7 a.m.- 3 p.m. July 7
Details: Church rummage sale; all kind stuffs.
Contact: Darilyn Revell, 238- 9385, nhpuna2@hawaiiantel. net
ONOMEA AND KAINAULE CAMP REUNION
Where: Papaikou Hongwanji
When: noon July 7
Details: For former residents and others interested. This is a mini-reunion that can help plan a bigger reunion later. No formal program. Bring potluck food, come talk story, share memories. Runs from lunch to dinner, so come when you can. Dinner at 5 p.m. $10/person; pay when you attend. Call, stop by Crivello’s Place, 1073 Kaumana Dr.
Contact: Ronald or Loretta Crivello, 933-9801, crivellos003@hawaii.rr.com
‘ALOHA BUDDHA’ FILM
Where: Hakalau Jodo Mission
When: 11 a.m. July 7
Details: All invited to view historical documentary about Buddhism as brought over by Japanese immigrants.
Contact: BJ Soriano, 987-5655, bjsoriano@hilobetsuin.org
‘ALOHA BUDDHA’ FILM
Where: Hilo Hongwanji
When: 2 p.m. July 7
Details: See prior listing.
SUNDAY, July 8
‘ALOHA BUDDHA’ FILM
Where: Puna Hongwanji
When: 11:30 a.m. July 8
Details: See prior listing.
WOMEN IN COMEDY
Where: VAC Niaulani Campus
When: 2-4 p.m. July 8
Details: Auditions for Women in Comedy. Bring stories, jokes, skits; all-woman comedy show will be presented over Labor Day weekend in September.
Contact: Julie, 967-8222, julie@volcanoartcenter.org
MONDAY, July 9
KAMEHAMEHA THE GREAT
Where: Lyman Museum
When: 7 p.m. July 9
Details: Expand your understanding of Hawaii’s first monarch via three-part series of lectures on July 9, 16, 23 presented by kamaaina historian Boyd Bond. The first lecture, “The Early Years,” looks at Kamehameha’s birth in the 1750s and his early life. $3; Members free.
Contact: 935-5021, info@ lymanmuseum.org
TUESDAY, July 10
CANDIDATES’ FORUM
Where: UH-Hilo, USB-100
When: 6 p.m. July 10
Details: Public invited to FCE Candidates Forum. All candidatesrunning for public office have been invited. Candidates will brieflyintroduce themselves and state their platform. Talk-story time and refreshments follow forum.
Contact: Liz Salfen, 982-8412, jes323@hawaiiantel.net
LAUPAHOEHOE SCHOOL BOARD PUBLIC MEETING
Where: Laupahoehoe School
When: 6 p.m. July 10
Details: Laupahoehoe Community Public Charter School Interim Local School Board public meeting; band room.
Contact: 962-2200, info@laupahoehoecharterschool.com
WEDNESDAY, July 11
LAUPAHOEHOE ADVISORY COUNCIL
Where: Papaaloa Gym Annex
When: 6 p.m. July 11
Details: The Laupahoehoe Advisory Council for the Hawaii Experimental Tropical Forest will discuss management plan; Cheyenne Perry of Mauna Kea Watershed Alliance will give overview of the alliance. Visit https://sites. google.com/site/laupahoehoeac.
Contact: Scot Sanderson, 963- 5282
HAWAII COUNTY BOARD OF ETHICS MEETING
Where: Council Chambers, 25 Aupuni St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. July 11
Details: The regular session of the Board of Ethics meeting is open to the public. The agenda is posted on the county website.
Contact: Mary Fujio, 961- 8251, mfujio@co.hawaii.hi.us
CANDIDATES FORUM
Where: Aunty Sally’s Luau Hale
When: 6 p.m. July 11
Details: Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; forum at 6 p.m. co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Hawaii County and AAUW Hilo Branch. Todd Belt of UH-Hilo will moderate discussion with candidates for offices of prosecuting attorney and County Council Districts 1-2. Profiles and election information at www.Vote411. org and www.lwv-hawaii.com.
Contact: Helen Hemmes, 935- 6214, hemmesh@hawaiiantel.net
PELE DEFENSE FUND
Where: W.H. Civic Center, Kona
When: 6 p.m. July 11
Details: Pele Defense Fund invites community to presentation on geothermal energy and its effects on cultural practices, people and the aina. Call 323-4260 for directions and more information.
Contact: Terri Napeahi, 1-808- 315-9996, peledefensefund@ gmail.com
FRIDAY, July 13
MYSTERY/SUSPENSE FILM SERIES
Where: Institute for Astronomy
When: 1 p.m. July 13
Details: Third in a series. Comedy and mystery combine in the film “Murder She Said,” based on a novel by Agatha Christie featuring amateur sleuth Miss Marple.
Contact: Patricia O’Toole, 333-9850, patsy_otoole@hotmail.com
COMING
KAMUELA HONGWANJI SUMMER GARAGE SALE
Where: Kamuela Hongwanji
When: 8 a.m. July 14
Details: The Kamuela Hongwanji BWA ladies and temple members welcome everyone to their Summer Garage Sale, featuring rafts, clothing, books, kitchenware,plants and more are for sale.
Contact: Garrick, 885-4199
KALANIANAOLE REUNION
Where: Papaikou Hongwanji
When: 5:30 p.m. July 14
Details: Kalanianaole School Class of 1967 invites all classmates, teachers and friends (but no minors). $10. Donations of pupus, desserts welcome. Spread the word; lots of food and fun!
Contact: Merle Enoka Samura, 964-1054, kalclassof67@ gmail.com
KOHALA O-BON FESTIVAL
Where: 54-541 Kapaau Rd.
When: 7:30 p.m. July 14
Details: Kohala Jodo Mission annual O-Bon Festival with traditional dancing and taiko drums. All invited to participate in joyous event. Enjoy ono grinds such as teriyaki, musubi and hot dogs.
Contact: Sam Gushiken, 986-7645
KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP LUAU
Where: Kamehameha School
When: 10 a.m. July 14
Details: Benefit for Kamehameha Schools Alumni Assoc. E.H. Mamalahoe Chapter Scholarship Fund. Entertainment, silent auction, KS logo items, Hawaiian food. $20.
Contact: Nani Harman, 982- 0773, naharman@ksbe.edu
ROLLER DERBY
Where: Edith Kanaka‘ole Stadium, 350 Kalanikoa St., Hilo
When: 11 a.m. July 14
Details: Hawaii state women’s roller derby tournament, Battle of the Islands; competition all day, with championship match at 7 p.m. $5 for all-day, children 10 and under, free. Visit http://ParadiseRollerGirls.com for tickets and info.
Contact: Paradise Roller Girls, http://paradiserollergirls.com
