TODAY, Dec. 8
HPA HANDBELL CHOIR
Where: South Kohala, Hilo
When: Dec. 8-9
Details: Hawaii Preparatory Academy Middle School Handbell Choir, under the direction of Georgia Polakova, performs at 9 a.m. Dec. 8 at Parker School Farmers Market and 5 p.m. Dec. 8 at Kings’ Shops Waikoloa; 1 p.m. Dec. 9, at Prince Kuhio Plaza, Hilo
Contact: Dorothy Gaughen, 885-2500
21ST CHRISTMAS FAIR
Where: Sangha Hall, Hilo
When: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 8
Details: 21st Annual Christmas Arts, Crafts, Gifts & Food Fair offers handcrafted jewelry, koa, mango and milo wood products, unique and wide variety of items.
Contact: 981-0518, hawaiiartsandcrafts@yahoo.
AUDREY WILSON BOOKS
Where: Basically Books, Hilo
When: 1 p.m. Dec. 8
Details: Audrey Wilson will share cooking tips, history and insights into the local foods we all love to eat. “Aunty Audrey’s Big Island Eats” and “What The Big Island Likes to Eat” include recipes gathered from friends, family, chefs and restaurants.
Contact: Christine Reed, 961- 0144, bbinfo@hawaiiantel.net
HPP SWAP MEET
Where: HPP Activity Center
When: 7-11 a.m. Dec. 8
Details: Community swap meet, refreshments. Vendor fee $6/$3. Benefits HPP Neighborhood Watch.
Contact: Karen Daniels, 966- 4662, karen_daniels@comcast. net
YOUTH KICKBOXING
Where: Kanaka‘ole Stadium
When: 4 p.m. Dec. 8
Details: All-star youth kickboxing benefits Toys for Tots. $5. Toy donations welcomed. Fights start at 5 p.m. Call 961- 0003 for info.
Contact: Kalei Mamone, 315- 9433, teamhi@yahoo.com
‘DAUGHTERS OF FIRE’ BY TOM PEEK
Where: Basically Books, Hilo
When: 3 p.m. Dec. 8
Details: Volcano resident and author Tom Peek reads from his new novel, “Daughters of Fire,” the story of a visiting astronomer who falls in love with a Hawaiian anthropologist. The lovers get caught up in murder and intrigue involving development, politics and the rumblings of a long-dormant volcano.
Contact: Christine Reed, 961- 0144, bbinfo@hawaiiantel.net
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.
Contact: Nancy, 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
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
SUNDAY, Dec. 9
ONISHI IN PAHALA
Where: Pahala Comm. Center
When: 7-8 p.m. Dec. 9
Details: Meet Rep. Richard Onishi to share your community concerns and input regarding your district.
Contact: BJ Soriano, 987-5655, reponishi@capitol.hawaii.gov
MONDAY, Dec. 10
SUBARU TELESCOPE TALK
Where: Lyman Museum, 276 Haili St, Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 10
Details: 7-8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 10: Nobuo Arimoto, director of the Subaru Telescope, zooms in on unique properties of the telescope and why Mauna Kea is ideal place for astronomy. $3; www. lymanmuseum.org.
Contact: Emily Benton, 935- 5021, ebenton@lymanmuseum.org
ONISHI IN KEAAU
Where: Keaau Comm. Center
When: 7-8 p.m. Dec. 10
Details: Meet Rep. Richard Onishi to share your community concerns and input regarding your district.
Contact: BJ Soriano, 987-5655, reponishi@capitol.hawaii.gov
KALANIANAOLE SCC BOARD
Where: Teachers lounge
When: 4 p.m. Dec. 10
Details: Agenda items: school self-assessment relating to the new state DOE strategic plan; identifying strengths and needs areas for consideration in new academic and financial plan; continued discussion regarding school uniforms; planning for Dec. meeting. Public comments welcome.
Contact: Robin Miller, 964-9700
TUESDAY, Dec. 11
PAHOA ELEM. EVACUATION
Where: Pahoa Village
When: 1 p.m. Dec. 11
Details: Weather permitting, the annual Pahoa Elementary School off-campus evacuation will occur from the school, through the village, into Luquin’s parking lot. Please exercise extra care. Traffic interruptions should be brief.
Contact: Derek Vicente, 965- 2141, derek_vicente@notes. k12.hi.us
CAREGIVERS SUPPORT
Where: Church of Holy Cross
When: 10 a.m. Dec. 11
Details: Support for caregivers from knowledgeable community members and Alzheimer’s Association. If you help someone, please come and be helped.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 12
DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
Where: Aging/Disability RC
When: 5 p.m. Dec. 12
Details: If you help someone who suffers from forgetfulness, please come. Alzheimer’s Association will provide information and support.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
SUPPORT FOR FORGETFUL
Where: Aging/Disability RC
When: 5 p.m. Dec. 12
Details: Support group for forgetful people and their family members. If you are forgetful please come and bring your family or friend. Alzheimer’s Association will provide information, support.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
THURSDAY, Dec. 13
DECK THE HALLS
Where: ‘Imiloa Astronomy Cen.
When: 5:30-8 p.m. Dec. 13
Details: Entertainment by Waiakea Intermediate Ukulele Band, light refreshments. Bank of Hawaii Museum Store open. Winner of Sustainable Tree contest announced.
Contact: 969-9703, info@ imiloahawaii.org
FRIDAY, Dec. 14
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY SILENT AUCTION
Where: Prince Kuhio Plaza
When: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec. 14-16
Details: Hale Aloha O Hilo Habitat for Humanity third annual silent auction featuring last-minute, creative, fun Christmas gift items. Donations of items welcomed.
Contact: Michele M. Robles, 640-2407, Michele_Robles@ yahoo.com
COMING
PAPAIKOU MOCHI SALE
Where: Papaikou Hongwanji
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 15
Details: This is order deadline for annual mochi sale. Pickup date is Dec. 29 at church hall. Komochi (plain white) in a package of six for $4 or a package of 12 for $7.75. Kasane (okazari) mochi: $3, 2-inch base set; $7.50, 4-inch base set; $13, 6-inch base set.
Contact: Church office, 964-1640
FARR: ‘WHAT’S COOKIN’?’
Where: Basically Books, Hilo
When: 11 a.m. Dec. 15
Details: Lynne Farr is still off the grid in her latest book, “Off The Grid: What’s Cookin’?” This time, her third memoir comes with a collection of recipes that are fabulous, yet off-grid feasible.
Contact: Christine Reed, 961- 0144, bbinfo@hawaiiantel.net
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.
Contact: Claudine, 961-5711, admin@ehcc.org
WORLD OF MAGIC
Where: Palace Theater, Hilo
When: 11 a.m. Dec. 16
Details: Created by Annetta Lucero & Noah Moore of Terminal Circus. All ages invited to midday event of spell-binding entertainment and treats. This year the annual Hilo Elks “World of Magic” performance is themed “Circus Holly-Daze” and is a ridiculously wondrous Circus-Theater production boasting amazing skills, great characters and family fun. Admission is free; donations accepted. For questions, please call Lily at the Hilo Elks Lodge at 935-1717.
Contact: 934-7010, info@hilopalace.com
KAHO`OLAWE IS TOPIC
Where: Lyman Museum, Hilo
When: 7-8:30 p.m. Dec. 17
Details: “Kaho`olawe: Its Past, Its Present, Its Future?” Kaho`olawe Island Reserve Commission rep Dean Tokishi focuses on history and restoration of the island and surrounding ocean. $3; free to members. www.lymanmuseum.org.
Contact: Barbara Moir, 935- 5021, bmoir@lymanmuseum. org
SJS ALUMNI SWEETBREAD
Where: St. Joseph Church
When: 3-5 p.m. Dec. 19
Details: Alumni and Friends of St. Joseph School sweetbread fundraiser. Pickup area at back of rectory on parking lot side of church. $6 for traditional buns, $7 for cinnamon buns. Order from Mona Victorino, 966-4219, or Anna Lucas, 969-4884. Order deadline Dec. 16.
Contact: Anna Lucas, 969- 4884, sjhsalum@yahoo.com
BUSINESS ACTION CENTER
Where: Hawaii SBDC, 100 Pauahi St.
When: 9:30 a.m. Dec. 20
Details: Business Action Center, branch of state DCCA, staff helps folks to obtain general excise license, business registration forms, information on licensing requirements for state, county, federal.
Contact: Jayna Uyehara, 974- 4000, ext. 62545, bac@dcca. hawaii.gov
SOLSTICE LABYRINTH
Where: HPP, Keaau
When: 5:30 p.m. Dec. 21
Details: Join in celebrating the solstice with a quiet meditative walk through a torch and candlelit replica of the Chartres Cathedral labyrinth. Free, but donations accepted. Call for directions.
Contact: Christie Wolf, 982- 5959, awapuhil@aol.com
SPLASH INTO WHALE SEASON!
Where: Pu’ukohola Heiau
When: 9 a.m. Dec. 21
Details: Join staff and volunteers from the National Park Service and NOAA Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary for the official kickoff event of the 2013 whale season. Event includes 9-11 a.m. whale watching, special presentation 11 a.m.-noon.
Contact: Greg Cunningham, 882-7218, ext. 1011, gregory_ cunningham@nps.gov
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
KMC CHRISTMAS BUFFET
Where: KMC Crater Rim Cafe
When: 1-7 p.m. Dec. 25
Details: Enjoy the holiday with family and friends over holiday gourmet buffet. Adults $24.95, keiki 6-11, $12. Call for more info. Park entrance fees may apply.
Contact: Piilani Galdones, 967-8356, marketing@kmc-volcano.com
KMC NEW YEAR’S DAY
Where: KMC Crater Rim Cafe
When: 11 a.m. Jan. 1
Details: Celebrate the New Year over delicious buffet served until 6 p.m. Adults $24.95, keiki 6-11, $12. Call for more info. Park entrance fees may apply.
Contact: Piilani Galdones, 967-8356, marketing@kmc-volcano.com
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
SCORE FOR THE CURE
Where: Edith Kanaka‘ole Stadium
When: 4 p.m. June 15, 2013
Details: Walk MS raises funds to help more than 7,000 isle residents living with MS. Funds support life-changing programs and research. Register now, connect with others and start fundraising today.
Contact: Candice Schwalbach, 532-0806, Candice.schwalbach@nmss.org
ONGOING
KMC ANNUAL HOLIDAY CHALLENGE
Where: Kilauea Military Camp
When: December
Details: The KMC elves have been hard at work decorating the Front Row Cottages for your enjoyment this holiday season. Vote for your favorite display through Dec. 31. Park fees may apply.
Contact: Elene Rizzo-Kuhn, 967-8371, marketing@kmc-volcano.com
CHRISTMAS WISH 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
MALL WALKERS AT PKP
Where: Prince Kuhio Plaza
When: Through Dec. 13
Details: Tuesdays, Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m., 5-7 p.m. Register at office or at food court.
Contact: 959-3555, beverly. crudele@ggp.com
FREE SKATE FRIDAYS
Where: Wainaku Gym
When: 6-8 p.m. Fridays
Details: Big Island Babes invites rollerskaters; protective equipment required.
Contact: Kate Wood, 993- 9428, cubfankate@yahoo.com
PAHOA ROTARY CLUB
Where: Akebono Theater
When: 6 p.m. Tuesdays
Details: Help serve with Rotary Club of Pahoa Sunset.
Contact: Alan Lakritz, 987- 5520, einstein.alan@gmail. com
GUILD OF GAMES CLUB
Where: UH-Hilo Hale Kehau
When: 5 p.m. Fridays
Details: Friday Night Magic: casual play, board games; tournaments at 5:30 p.m. See guild’s Facebook page.
Contact: Mark at 961-1795, toys4UHilo@gmail.com
ORCHID ISLE UMPIRES
Where: Kamana Senior Center
When: 7 p.m. second Tuesday
Details: Meets monthly. Open to all interested in umpiring baseball or softball.
Contact: Norman Kaaihue, 989- 8788, umpire54@yahoo.com
MALAMA PERINATAL WALKING GROUP
Where: Liliuokalani Park or Prince Kuhio Plaza Food Court
When: 9:30 a.m. monthly
Details: Walking group for expectant mothers, support members to encourage physical activity while pregnant. Monthly on the first Tuesday. Meets at PKP only if raining.
Contact: Angelina, 934-9823, malama@fsswh.org
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
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
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
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
