TODAY, Nov. 10
HONOMU RUMMAGE SALE
Where: Hilo Coast UCC
When: 8 a.m. Nov. 10
Details: Hilo Coast United Church of Christ Legendary Sale returns, with new Vintage Boutique; lots of 25-cent clothing, housewares, plants. Everyone is invited. The church is at 28-1630 Old Mamalahoa Hwy. in Honomu.
Contact: Kathy Antonio, 920- 4545, ksantonio@gmail.com
OPERATION MILITARY KIDS VETERAN’S DAY HOOLAULEA
Where: Boys & Girls Club of the Big Island, Hilo
When: 11:30 a.m. Nov. 10
Details: Following the Hilo Veteran’s Day Parade, this Operation Military Kids event is open to all, especially military families. There will be free food and drinks, OMK Mobile Tech Lab, petting zoo, arts and crafts and other activities for the whole family.
Contact: Becky Settlage, 969- 8213; Matt Therrien, 961-5536, settlage@hawaii.edu
VOLCANO NATIVE PLANT SALE, CHEF’S BREAKFAST
Where: Cooper Center, Wright Road, Volcano Village
When: 8 a.m.-noon Nov. 10, Dec. 8
Details: All kine stuffs, new and used. Native plants, local honey and produce, crafts, locally made jewelry, art, furniture. Book store, thrift shop open. Pancakes, ono grinds, soups. Benefits Volcano Friends Feeding Friends.
Contact: Barbara Toles, 967-7800
COUNTRY DANCE AT EAGLES
Where: Keaau Eagles Lodge
When: 7 p.m. Nov. 10
Details: Dance the night away to the sounds of the Michael Strand Band. Live music including all your country favorites. Food plates and beverages available for purchase. $5 cover.
Contact: Nancy, 965-0133, RobbinsR006@Hawaii.rr.com
HCC DIGITAL MEDIA ARTS
Where: HCC Manono cafeteria
When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 10
Details: Talk with students/ faculty about fields of graphic design, digital photography, video production, animation, web design. Free. All invited.
Contact: Bert Klunder, 934- 2598, dma@hawaii.edu
CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
Where: New Hope Volcano
When: 7 a.m. Nov. 10
Details: Vendors present wide variety of items, swap meet finds and thrift shop; free clothes giveaway. Highway 11, 22-23-mile marker.
Contact: 967-7129, EkoluS003@hawaii.rr.com
VETERANS DAY PARADE
Where: Downtown Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Nov. 10
Details: Sixth annual Veterans Day Parade from Kamehameha statue through town in tribute to all who served in Afghanistan, Kuwait, Iraq and Gulf War. To get involved, email bivetparade@yahoo.com.
Contact: Jan Trombly, 895-4188
RUMMAGE SALE AND SILENT AUCTION
Where: Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 27-186 Kaapoko Homestead Rd., Papaikou
When: 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 10
Details: Coordinators promise “many great buys.”
Contact: 964-1240, ihmparish@hotmail.com
HILO HARVEST FEST
Where: Mooheau Park
When: 1 p.m. Nov. 10
Details: Support downtown Hilo’s edible landscaping, Honey-Tasting Challenge with the Big Island Beekeepers Association. Family entertainment, plant sales, seeds, info booths, crafts, food.
Contact: Georgia Pinsky, 935- 8850, info@downtownhilo.com
SALVATION ARMY ANGEL TREE
Where: Salvation Army Hilo Temple Corps, 219 Ponahawai St.
When: 9 a.m.-noon Nov. 10
Details: Last day to apply for Angel Tree Program. Bring photo ID, birth certificates of your children age 12 and under and/or seniors 65 and older, and proof of income.
Contact: 935-1277
TABLE TENNIS OPEN
Where: Boys & Girls Club
When: 3:30 p.m. Nov. 9-11
Details: Twelve divisions; players at all levels from mainland, Hawaii. Free to B&GC members. Events $10-$20.
Contact: Len Winkler, 889-1099
SUNDAY, Nov. 11
KOREAN VETS HOST VETERAN’S DAY MEMORIAL SERVICE
Where: Hilo Veteran’s Cemetery No. 1
When: 11:11 a.m. Nov. 11
Details: Assemble at 10 a.m. at pavilion, in Class A uniform with medal and nametag, to help with setup. After the ceremony, help with cleanup. Public invited to service.
Contact: Bob Karp, 981-2126
VETERAN’S DAY CEREMONY
Where: Kilauea Military Camp, Volcano
When: 3 p.m. Nov. 11
Details: KMC invites the community to annual ceremony. Keynote speakers will be Lt. Col. Doug Adams and Col. Deb Lewis, with guest speaker Rep. Faye Hanohano. Free buffet dinner for eligible veterans after ceremony. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park entrance fee will be waived.
Contact: Elene, 967-8371, rizzokuhne@kmc-volcano.com
VETERAN’S DAY BUFFET
Where: Kilauea Military Camp Crater Rim Cafe
When: 4:30-8 p.m. Nov. 11
Details: Served after the 3 p.m. Veteran’s Day ceremony, it’s free for eligible vets who call 967-8371 to register. Enjoy prime rib, breaded ono, spinach & mushroom fettuccini, french onion soup, potatoes, rice, vegetables, salad bar and beverage. $23.95 for adults; $12.50 for children ages 6-11. Park entrance fee waived for Veteran’s Day.
Contact: Elene, 967-8371, rizzokuhne@kmc-volcano.com
ERUPTION OF DOMESTIC HARMONY
Where: Uncle Robert’s Kava Club, Kalapana, Kaimu
When: 11 a.m. Nov. 11
Details: Join the Eruption of Domestic Harmony and help celebrate group’s 13th anniversary. A fun free day for all, with crafts, bumper stickers, green ribbons, birthday cakes and more. A prayer for our warriors at 11:11 a.m. Mayor’s proclamation, music with Princess & friends, Randy Mattos and more. Bring your books of wisdom, skills to share and learn about Bee Buddies, plant seeds for keiki, paint T-shirts for Domestic Harmony. Visit www.planetpuna.com for more info.
Contact: Star Newland, 896- 8658, planetpuna@yahoo.com
KOHALA MISSION FEST
Where: Kohala Mission School
When: noon-4 p.m. Nov. 11
Details: Multicultural food, games, keiki activities, entertainment, country store. Free; sales benefit the school.
Contact: Kelli Larson, 889-5646
CANDLE LIGHTING
Where: Life Care Center
When: 2 p.m. Nov. 11
Details: Candle lighting, incense burning for those who have died of dementia; with Calvary Church Pastor Ron Brav. Community invited to submit names for the service.
Contact: Lee Guillermo, 959- 9151, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
MONDAY, Nov. 12
CHRISTMAS IN THE COUNTRY
Where: Hilo Coffee Mill, Mountain View
When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 12
Details: Christmas in the Country features made-in-Hawaii arts and crafts. Free admission, fun for the entire family with games, raffles, hay rides, face painting, entertainment.
Contact: Katherine Patton, Jeanette Baysa, 968-1333, carouselofaloha@gmail.com
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD
Where: Hilo Missionary Church
When: Nov. 12-19
Details: Impact a life with simple shoebox gift. Drop off boxes at church 3-5 p.m. weekdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, 1-5 p.m. Sunday; or, at Big Island Toyota, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. Visit www.samaritanspurse.org/occ.
Contact: Nell Quay, 987-7373, bigislandshoeboxes@gmail.com
TUESDAY, Nov. 13
‘THE STATUES THAT WALKED’
Where: Kilauea Visitor Center
When: 7 p.m. Nov. 13
Details: Terry Hunt discusses “The Statues That Walked: Unraveling the Mystery of Easter Island,” a book he co-authored with fellow archeologist Carl Lipo. Free.
Contact: 985-6166, elizabeth_ bell@nps.gov
WEDNESDAY, Nov. 14
COLLEGE FAIR IN HILO
Where: Honpa Hongwanji Sangha Hall
When: 9 a.m. Nov. 14
Details: Approximately 80 colleges/universities and other related entities will be providing information to students and parents interested in post-high-school educational opportunities. Morning session from 9-11 a.m. and evening session from 5-7 p.m. Event is free.
Contact: Curtis Nishioka, 974- 7414, nishioka@hawaii.edu
MALAMALAMA WALDORF SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
Where: HPP, at Makuu Drive & 26th
When: 8:30-10:30 a.m. Nov. 14
Details: Learn about this independent preschool-Grade 8 school established in 1978. Call for information or to RSVP.
Contact: Veda, 982-7701, info@hawiiwaldorf.com, www. hawaiiwaldorf.com
THURSDAY, Nov. 15
COUNTY NONPROFIT GRANTS INFO MEETING
Where: County Council Chambers, 25 Aupuni St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Nov. 15
Details: Councilmember Brittany Smart will host informational meetings in Hilo and Kona for all 501(c)3 nonprofits interested in applying for a county grant to discuss recent Hawaii County Code changes and how it will affect the application process.
Contact: Jenny, 961-8536, district6@co.hawaii.hi.us
HINA NORTH KOHALA COMMUNITY MEETING
Where: Kohala Intergenerational Center
When: 5:30 p.m. Nov. 15
Details: Learn about Volcano Art Center HINA Project to support a greater awareness of Hawaii Island artists and their economic impact. Visit www.HINArtists.org, Hawaii Island Network of Artists Facebook page.
Contact: Tanya Aynessazian, 967-8222, director@volcanoartcenter.org
WANT TO TRY ROLLER DERBY?
Where: Wainaku Gym
When: 6 p.m. Nov. 15
Details: Paradise Roller Girls is now recruiting new skaters; open to females over 18. No skating experience required. Come to this meet-and-greet to learn more about the sport and upcoming Rookie Camp. Bring questions and enthusiasm, group has answers and gear to try on.
Contact: Mari, 896-3606, recruit.paradiserollergirls@ gmail.com
FREE MOVIE NIGHT
Where: UH-Hilo UCB 100, 200 W. Kawili St.
When: 7 p.m. Nov. 15
Details: Free movie and popcorn; “National Geographic: Inside North Korea.” Cross into North Korea, one of the world’s most secretive nations, for rare glimpse of country and former dictator Kim Jong II. Followed by open discussion. Park by main entrance and follow signs.
Contact: Amber, 345-0499, shouseamber@gmail.com
BUSINESS ACTION CENTER
Where: Hawaii SBDC, 100 Pauahi St.
When: 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 15
Details: Business Action Center branch of DCCA helps entrepreneurs to obtain general excise license, business registration forms, state, county, federal licensing info.
Contact: Jayna, 974-4000, ext. 62545, bac@dcca.hawaii.gov
BRINGING BACK KOA
Where: Mokupapapa DC, Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Nov. 15
Details: Free talk on “Bringing Back Koa” by J.B. Friday, Ph.D., University of Hawaii extension forester; sponsored by Friends of Hakalau National Wildlife Refuge.
Contact: Layne Yoshida, 640-0435
FRIDAY, Nov. 16
COUNTY NONPROFIT GRANTS INFO MEETING
Where: West Hawaii Civic Center
When: 10 a.m. Nov. 16
Details: Councilmember Brittany Smart will host informational meetings in Hilo and Kona for all 501(c)3 nonprofits interested in applying for a county grant to discuss recent Hawaii County Code changes and how it will affect the application process.
Contact: Jenny, 961-8536, district6@co.hawaii.hi.us
CRAFT ‘EG’STRAVAGANZA
Where: Kanaka‘ole Stadium, Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Nov. 16
Details: Booth applications at Burgado’s Fine Woods, Hilo; Pikake Beads, Kona, and egplants@gmail.com. Fees.
Contact: Evelyn Garbo, 959- 7389, egplants@gmail.com
COMING
CIVIL AIR PATROL OPEN HOUSE
Where: CAP Hangar, first left on airport road, 1091 Kekuanaoa St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Nov. 17
Details: Find out what the Civil Air Patrol, a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization, is all about. Youth ages 12-18 can learn about flying, search-and-rescue, and leadership. Adults are needed, too, for aviation and ground support, and cadet training.
Contact: Lt. Elaine Partlow, 281- 9895, cap4elaine@gmail.com
TASTE OF HAILI
Where: Haili Church Gym, 211 Haili St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Nov. 17
Details: Come enjoy tasting ono food and entertainment by Darlene Ahuna, the Brown Ohana, Reff Sisters and Kuhio Chapel. Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at door. Proceeds to help renovate Kuhio Chapel. Contact church for tickets.
Contact: Lyndy Lindsey, 935- 4847, office@hailichurch.org
KALANIANAOLE EL SALE
Where: Kalanianaole School cafeteria, Papaikou
When: 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 17
Details: Grade 4 students of Kal School are holding a garage sale to raise money to help the Hawaii Island Food Bank and to help children in other countries go to school if they can’t afford to attend school. Multi-family donations ensure a big sale with lots of great deals.
Contact: Robin Miller, 964-9700
COMMUNITY HU SONG
Where: Leilani Estates Rec Center, 12-3441 Moku St., Pahoa
When: 10 a.m. Nov. 18
Details: A group chant for people of all faiths that attunes one to the divine force, bringing inner peace, healing and expansion of spiritual awareness.
Contact: Eckankar in Hawaii, 808-735-7719, info@Eckankarhawaii.org
GALAXY FORUM HAWAII 2012 - WAIMEA
Where: CFHT auditorium, 65-1238 Mamalahoa Hwy, Waimea
When: 4-5:30 p.m. Nov. 18
Details: -International Lunar Observatory Association: “Hawaii-based Moon Missions” by Steve Durst; “Hawaii Culture and Exploration” by Kimo Pihana; presentations on China Chang’e-3, Moon Express, ILO-1 and “Human Moon Missions,” with update on Thirty-Meter Telescope by Sandra Dawson, interactive panel discussions. Free event open to all. Please RSVP to info@iloa.org or 885-3474.
Contact: Steve Durst, 885- 3474, info@iloa.org
KECK ASTRONOMY TALK
Where: Gates PAC, Waimea
When: 7 p.m. Nov. 20
Details: Ben Zuckerman of UCLA on “Violent Events in Rocky Planetary Systems.” Free; seating is limited.
Contact: Joan Campbell, 881- 3854, jcampbell@keck.hawaii.edu
KMC THANKSGIVING BUFFET
Where: Kilauea Military Camp Crater Rim Cafe
When: 2:30-7:30 p.m. Nov. 22
Details: Sit down and relax over Thanksgiving buffet, with Roast turkey, pineapple honey glazed ham, candied sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, rice, corn chowder and all the fixings. Adults $18.95, children ages 6-11, $9.50. Park entrance fees may apply.
Contact: Piilani Galdones, 967-8366 or 967-8371, www. marketing@kmc-volcano.com
LEHUA JAYCEES 27TH ANNUAL DOWNTOWN HILO CHRISTMAS PARADE
Where: Downtown Hilo
When: 5:30 p.m. Nov. 24
Details: Participants wanted for Hilo Christmas Parade. This year’s theme is “A Boogey Woogey Christmas.” Entries must be postmarked by Nov. 17. Categories: marching unit, marching band, small float, large float. Prizes per category: first place, $200; second place, $125; third place, $75. Free event.
Contact: Ally Cortez, 960- 6091, allysonwc@execs.com
YWCA HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR & FESTIVAL OF TREES
Where: YWCA of Hawaii Island, 145 Ululani St., Hilo
When: 8 a.m. Dec. 1
Details: Crafters and food vendors wanted for Holiday Craft Fair and Mini Festival of Trees. Call the YWCA at 935- 7141 for information. Applications are due Nov. 15.
Contact: Lorraine Godoy, 217- 9385; Bevery Heikes, 938-3215; membership@ywcahawaiiisland.org
‘CHRISTMAS AT HULIHE‘E’
Where: Hulihe‘e Palace
When: 6 p.m. Dec. 1
Details: Third annual benefit; $100. For palace restoration, W.H. Habitat for Humanity. Tickets: www.huliheechristmas.org, or call 756-8928.
Contact: Margo Takata, 331- 8010, pr@habitatwesthawaii.org
HILO HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE
Where: Hilo Recycling & Transfer Station, Leilani Street
When: 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dec. 1
Details: Free. Sponsored by County of Hawaii Department of Environmental Management. For a list of acceptable and non-acceptable materials, visit http://www.hawaiizerowaste.org/recycle/household-hazardous/. No business or farm waste and no e-waste allowed.
Contact: Chris, 961-8554, recycle3@co.hawaii.hi.us
PHIS HO`OLAULE`A
Where: Pahoa High & Inter
When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 1
Details: Fun, annual event follows the Pahoa Christmas Parade. Vendor applications must be received by Nov. 21.
Contact: Carol Yanagisawa, 965-2150, ext 180; Carol_ Yanagisawa@notes.k12.hi.us
KEAAU CHRISTMAS PARADE
Where: Keaau Village Market
When: 5:30 p.m. Dec. 8
Details: Nov. 9 deadline to sign up for the ninth annual Keaau Christmas Lighted Parade. Applications at the market, or call 896-1236.
Contact: Arlin, 966-4853, acias3@msn.com
KAILUA-KONA HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE
Where: Kailua (Kealakehe) Recycling & Transfer Station
When: 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dec. 8
Details: Free. Sponsored by County of Hawaii Department of Environmental Management. Visit http://www. hawaiizerowaste.org/recycle/ household-hazardous/. No business, farm or e-waste.
Contact: Chris, 961-8554, recycle3@co.hawaii.hi.us
OCEAN FILM FESTIVAL
Where: Waimea, Kohala
When: Jan. 3-6, 8-11
Details: Films, activities in celebration of ocean and island culture. Jan. 3-6, Waimea venues; Jan. 8-11 at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai. Early-bird rates through Nov. 15.
Contact: Tania, 854-6095, info@waimeaoceanfilm.org
ONGOING
FREE CONCRETE AND POTTERY DEMOS IN PUNA
Where: Uncle Sam’s on Highway 130 near Pahoa
When: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays
Details: “Pottery Demystified” and “Concrete for the Common Man” mini classes on hourly alternating schedule beginning at 9 a.m. with the first of free pottery demos by a veteran of the trades.
Contact: 557-6219
PROJECT PLAYHOUSE
Where: Prince Kuhio Plaza
When: Through Nov. 3
Details: HI Realtors display children’s playhouse contest entries at Champs Sports. Vote, donate to Hale Aloha O Hilo Habitat for Humanity.
Contact: 959-3555, beverly. crudele@ggp.com
KINOOLE FARMERS MARKET
Where: 1990 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 6:30 a.m. Saturdays
Details: Hawaii Farm Bureau Federation event; fruit, vegetables, flowers, baked goods, andagi, soups; free tai-chi lessons at 9 a.m.
Contact: Nate, 937-2663
