TODAY, Nov. 17
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD
Where: Hilo Missionary Church
When: Through Nov. 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
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
MUAY THAI EXHIBITION
Where: Hilo Ironworks Building
When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 17
Details: Spirit of the White Robe Muay Thai and Martial Arts School hosts 12-bout kickboxing exhibition. Free admission.
Contact: Stan Eugenio, 443- 6779
ZUMBA FOR FOOTBALL
Where: Hilo High gymnasium
When: 5-6:30 p.m. Nov. 17
Details: Rona and Taryn Mateo, other Zumba instructors lead event to benefit East Side Pop Warner Midget Champs the Panaewa Aliis for trip to Maui for Thanksgiving Turkey Bowl. Tickets $5/$6.
Contact: Sheri Kang, 640- 8101, skangaroos@aol.com
SUNDAY, Nov. 18
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
MONDAY, Nov. 19
BOARD OF ETHICS
Where: 25 Aupuni St.
When: 10 a.m. Nov. 19
Details: County Board of Ethics meetings are open to the public. The agenda is posted on county’s website.
Contact: Mary E. Fujio, 961- 8251, mfujio@co.hawaii.hi.us
TUESDAY, Nov. 20
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
THURSDAY, Nov. 22
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
ANNUAL GIVING THANKS RETREAT
Where: 13-781 Malama St., Pahoa
When: 5 p.m. Nov. 22
Details: Annual spiritual retreat featuring Acharya das, world teacher of Bhakti yoga, mantra meditation. Two nights, three days of kirtan, (God’s names sung to music) classes, vegetarian foods.
Contact: 965-9140, amandapie995@gmail.com
FRIDAY, Nov. 23
JOANN WILLIAMS FAIR
Where: King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel
When: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 23
Details: Local vendors with exclusive items. Silent auction, free admission, drawing for prizes.
Contact: Joann Williams, 325- 5155, dagoose@hawaii.rr.com
ENLIGHTENING TALK & SINGING
Where: Hilo, 605 Ponahawai St., Hilo
When: 6 p.m. Nov. 23
Details: Joyful singing and talk with world teacher Acharya das.
Contact: Erica, 217-7763, ericapittullo@hotmail.com
COMING
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
HOLIDAY VENDORS
Where: Kress Building, Hilo
When: 8 a.m. Nov. 24
Details: Vendors invited; apply by Nov 19. Fee $20.
Contact: Lauren Wear-Connections PTSO, 966-8481, laurenwear@live.com
KONA TOYS-FOR-TOTS
Where: Old Kona Airport Pavilion
When: 11 a.m. Nov. 24
Details: Hui Maka’i Motorcycle Club collects new, unwrapped toys and bicycles. All invited.
Contact: Al Yano, 443-8442, allison.yano@us.army.mil
PARADISE ROLLER GIRLS TRIPLE-HEADER
Where: Afook-Chinen Civic
When: 6:45 p.m. Nov. 24
Details: Paradise Roller Girls battle between home teams Hilo Bay Bruisers, Mauna Killahz and Volcano Vixens. Junior derby at 5:15 p.m. Tickets: paradiserollergirls.com, Facebook.
Contact: Mari, 896-3606, paradiserollergirls@gmail.com
NA MAKUA GIFT FAIR
Where: Afook-Chinen Civic
When: 4 p.m. Nov. 30
Details: Annual invitational Christmas gift fair Friday, Nov. 30, from 4-9 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 1, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; free. Vendors are artists and producers of fine handmade arts, crafts and gifts, with more than 90 vendors from across state. Entertainment; drawings for prizes. Free admission.
Contact: Nelson Makua, 966- 4647, nhm2@hawaiiantel.net
GIFT WRAP BOOTH
Where: Kona Int. Market
When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 1-23
Details: Project Hawaii Christmas Wish Program giftwrap booth to raise funds for the Homeless Keiki Holiday Christmas Party.
Contact: Magin, 987-6018, projecthawaiiinc@yahoo.com
HILO HIGH CRAFT FAIR
Where: HHS cafeteria
When: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 1
Details: Hilo High School PTSA annual Christmas Craft Faire. Free admission. For more info, email craftfair@ hilohighptsa.org or call 935- 4745.
Contact: Arlene Kimata, arlenekimata@aol.com
VOLCANO HUNA TALK
Where: Cooper Center
When: 1 p.m. Dec. 2
Details: Learn “Emergency Healing Techniques” from Hawaiian shaman/healer Serge Kahili King, beginning with Hawaiian legend, ending with Q&A. Free to all.
Contact: 985-8880, serge@ huna.org
HILO UNION SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR
Where: Hilo Union School Library
When: 7-8 a.m. Dec. 3-6
Details: Give the gift of reading. Afternoons: 2-3 p.m. Monday, 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, with Expression Fest 12:30-3 p.m. on Tuesday/Thursday. Benefits HUS Rainbow Readers.
Contact: Lisa Leach, 933- 0900, ext. 234, lisa_leach@ notes.k12.hi.us
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
CHURCH CHRISTMAS SALE
Where: Ainaloa Longhouse
When: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 8
Details: Open Arms MCC hosts annual church rummage sale with new and used Christmas decorations, handmade wreaths and holiday specials. Clothing, household items, books and more.
Contact: Rev. Debbie Martin, 937-0422, revelderdeb@aol.com
KAILUA KALIKIMAKA
Where: Kona Commons
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 8
Details: Kona Commons and KVBID present Kailua Kalikimaka — Dinner and a Movie. Bring the family for “The Grinch” starring Jim Carrey on the big screen in the Kona Commons parking lot! Free pictures with Santa, prize giveaways, entertainment, prizes.
Contact: Nancy Sakamoto, 334-0005, nancy.sakamoto@ cbre.com
VOLCANO NATIVE PLANT SALE, CHEF’S BREAKFAST
Where: Cooper Center, Wright Road, Volcano Village
When: 8 a.m.-noon 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
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
STUDENT MUSIC RECITAL
Where: EHCC, 141 Kalakaua St.
When: 4 p.m. Dec. 16
Details: Teacher Cathy Young and students of Young Music Studio present free piano recital open to the public in the performance theater of EHCC.
Contact: Claudine, 9615711, admin@ehcc.org
JOHN C WILLIAMS BOOK
Where: Basically Books, Hilo
When: 1-3 p.m. Dec. 23
Details: Book signing for local author John C Williams.
Contact: Christine Reed, 961- 0144, bbinfo@hawaiiantel.net
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
KANIKAPILA JAM SESSIONS
Where: VAC Niaulani Campus
When: 6 p.m. Wednesdays
Details: Bring an instrument.
Contact: 967-8222, julie@volcanoartcenter.org
VOLCANO FARMERS MARKET
Where: Cooper Center, Volcano
When: 6-10 a.m. Sundays
Details: EBT cards accepted. Lots to see and buy, from produce to ono grinds. Contact Linda Ugalde, 936-9705.
Contact: allank3@gmail.com
NEW MOON ONENESS
Where: 996 Iolani St., Hilo
When: 6:30 p.m. monthly
Details: People of various beliefs gather in meditation on Monday closest to the new moon. Vegetarian potluck.
Contact: Cynthia, 640-2345, torian1103@yahoo.com
CAT AND DOG
OVERPOPULATION CLINICS
Where: Keaau Village Market
When: 10-11:30 a.m., second Sunday of each month
Details: Nonprofit Hui Pono Holoholona public meeting to share ideas, concerns, energy with group dedicated to reducing animal overpopulation via spaying/neutering.
Contact: Frannie Pueo, 968-8279, webmistress@hphhawaii.org
FARM, ART MARKET
Where: Seaview Performing Arts
When: 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Details: Every Saturday, with farmers, artists and service vendors. Swap meet every second Saturday. EBT welcomed.
Contact: Jenna Way, 965-8756, info@hawaiispace.com
HAWAIIAN FARMERS
MARKET
Where: Railroad and Makaala, Hilo
When: 7: a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays
Details: Produce, plants, flowers, food; event programs.
Contact: Howard, 769-3989; Russell, 959-6073; hawaiianfarmersmarket@yahoo.com
KA‘U FARMERS MARKET
Where: Ace Hardware, Naalehu
When: 7 a.m. Sunday, Wednesday and Saturday
Details: Naalehu Main Street sponsors. Fresh produce, baked goods, arts and crafts and ambience. Ka‘u coffee. Vendors welcome.
Contact: Marge Elwell, 929- 7236, marge@hawaii.rr.com, www.naalehu.org
HILO COFFEE MILL FARMERS MARKET
Where: Mountain View
When: 8 a.m. Saturday
Details: Food, products, entertainment, petting zoo for keiki. EBT accepted.
Contact: Jeanette Baysa, 968- 1333, hcmcoffee@msn.com
PANAEWA FARMERS MARKET
Where: Panaewa Homestead, Railroad Avenue, Hilo
When: 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday
Details: Produce, plants, arts and crafts, food available. Vendors welcome. Free parking.
Contact: Howard Pe‘a, 959-7802
NOVICE SWIM TEAM
Where: YWCA of HI Island
When: 3-4:30 p.m. Tuesday/Thursday (beginner/ advanced); 4:30-6 p.m. Tuesday/Thursday (elite advanced)
Details: Stroke technique, endurance, stamina; targeted for competitive swimming.
Contact: 935-7141, ext. 211, aquatics@ywcahawaiiisland.org
ZUMBA GOLD
Where: YWCA of HI Island
When: 8:30-9:30 a.m. Tuesday/ Thursday
Details: Taught by Haley Rosehill.
Contact: 935-7141, ext. 211 aquatics@ywcahawaiiisland.org
ZUMBA GOLD HI & LO
Where: YMCA, Hilo
When: 8-9 a.m. Tuesday/ Thursday
Details: Set own pace with instructor Evelyn Costa.
Contact: Evelyn, 981-2340, 938-6831, or YMCA, 935-3721, Evelynhawaii@aol.com
ZUMBA HI & LO
Where: YMCA, Hilo
When: 8-9 a.m. Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Details: Feel the music and lose some calories.
Contact: Evelyn, 981-2340 or 938-6831; YMCA, 935-3721, Evelynhawaii@aol.com
AEROBICS:
CARDIO/STEP/KICKBOXING
Where: YMCA, Hilo
When: 9:15 a.m.
Details: Mondays, aerobic cardio; Wednesdays, step aerobic cardio; Fridays, kickboxing cardio, ball for legs and abs workout. For all ages.
Contact: Evelyn Costa, 981- 2340, 938-6831; YMCA, 935- 3721, Evelynhawaii@aol.com
YOGA FOR SENIORS AT COMMUNITY CENTERS
Where: Keaau/Pahoa community centers
When: Times vary
Details: Call for details.
Contact: Luna Sophia, 333- 9680, foundation4yoga@ yahoo.com; YMCA, 935-3721
POETRY SLAM
Where: Bayfront Kava Bar, 116 Kamehameha Ave., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Thursday Details: Kava Bar Poetry Slam, free for all ages every first Thursday of the month. Sign up at 6:30 p.m.
Contact: Michele, 238-1413, thepoetmichele@yahoo.com
AH HEONG REUNION
Where: Hilo
When: Sept. 20-22, 2013
Details: Looking for relatives of Peter and Minnie Ah Heong. Call, email for details.
Contact: Bernie Hocson, 960- 0723, nenez@hawaiiantel.net
