TODAY, Jan. 12
VOLCANO SWAP MEET, CHEF’S BREAKFAST
Where: Cooper Center, Wright Road, Volcano Village
When: 8 a.m.-noon Jan. 12
Details: All kine stuffs, new and used. Local honey and produce, crafts, locally made jewelry, art, furniture. Book store, thrift shop open. Pancakes, ono grinds, soups. Benefits Volcano Friends Feeding Friends. Upcoming dates: Feb. 9, 23.
Contact: Barbara Toles, 967-7800
LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS
Where: St. James Episcopal Church, 65-1237 Kawaihae Road, Waimea
When: 10 a.m. Jan. 12
Details: Janet Mason, state vice president and legislative chair, League of Women Voters, gives legislative update followed by program planning. Open to public. Light lunch and refreshments. Free.
Contact: Donna Oba, 884- 5299, lwvhawaiicty@gmail.com
TOM PEEK BOOK READING
Where: Volcano Garden Arts, 19-3834 Old Volcano Road, Volcano Village
When: 7-8:30 p.m. Jan. 12
Details: Volcano author and teacher Tom Peek will read from his latest book, “Daughters of Fire,” a gripping adventure tale of romance, intrigue, myth and murder set amid the cultural tensions of Hawaii. Get a copy and get it signed. Free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.
Contact: Ira Ono, 985-8979, volcanogardenarts@hawaii.rr.com
SUNDAY, Jan. 13
RAINBOW FRIENDS LOW-COST SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC FOR CATS
Where: Leilani Estates Community Center, Leilani Estates, Pahoa
When: 7 a.m. Jan. 13
Details: This clinic is specifically for cats. The cost is $25 for a feral cat and $45 for a domestic pet cat. Please call 896-5816 to register or for info.
Contact: Sandi Alstrand, 896- 5816, sandi@alstrand.com
COLLEGE GOAL SUNDAY
Where: University of Hawaii at Hilo Campus Center Dining Hall, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 1 p.m. Jan. 13
Details: Get free help with FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), a federal form that can help you qualify for federal financial aid and state and private scholarships. No need to sign up in advance. Bring: your 2012 IRS tax return (and your parent’s return if you are under age 24) if it is complete. If not, bring W-2 forms and other 2012 income and benefits information.
Contact: Lynette Egusa, 974- 7323, legusa@hawaii.edu
ECLECTIC WALTZ CROSS STEP WALTZ EVENT
Where: Hilo Elks Lodge
When: 6-9 p.m. Jan. 13
Details: Eclectic dance on second Sunday of each month. $7 per person. Enjoy a cross step waltz mini lesson at 6:15 p.m., followed by mostly (slow) waltz music and all kinds of blues/nightclub two step/swing. Hover, swirl and fly to an “eclectic range of music.” Visit bigislandeclecticwaltz.com for more info.
Contact: Andolie Marten, 333- 9819, amarten@earthlink.net
KOKUA KAILUA ON ALII DRIVE
Where: Historic Kailua Village
When: 1-6 p.m. Jan. 13
Details: One Sunday each month, Historic Kailua Village’s oceanfront Alii Drive becomes a festive pedestrian-only marketplace filled with music, artists, shopping and restaurants encouraging people to shop, dine and buy local. Free Hawaiian entertainment at 4 p.m. at Hulihe‘e Palace. Also on: Feb. 17, March 17, April. 21, May 19, June 9, July 21, Aug. 18, Sept. 15, Oct. 20, Nov. 17 and Dec. 15.
Contact: Dorlene, 936-9202, dorlenechao@yahoo.com
RBI GIRLS SOFTBALL SIGNUP FOR 2013 SEASON
Where: 700 Manono St. (look for RBI banner)
When: 10 a.m. Jan. 13
Details: Any softball player interested in playing in the West Regional RBI Tournament from July 11-14 is invited to sign up. Traveling dates and fundraising opportunities will be provided.
Contact: Tracy Miyashiro, 936-3681
MONDAY, Jan. 14
MADD RECRUITING VOLUNTEERS
Where: MADD Hilo, 1289 Kilauea Ave. Suite G, Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Jan. 14
Details: MADD Hilo is recruiting volunteer sign wavers, clerical people, booth runners, program facilitators and more. Help make a difference in the community.
Contact: Russell Smith or Aaron Collins, 934-0300, russellsmith.madd@gmail.com
TUESDAY, Jan. 15
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN HALEMA‘UMA‘U CRATER?
Where: Kilauea Visitor Center, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 7 p.m. Jan. 15
Details: USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory geologist Matt Patrick presents overview of Kilauea’s summit eruption within Halema‘uma‘u Crater in this “After Dark in the Park” program. More information: hvo.wr.usgs.gov. Park entrance fees apply.
Contact: 985-6011, havo_ interpretation@nps.gov
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 16
COUNTRY MUSIC AT THE MARKET
Where: Hilo Farmer’s Market, downtown on Mamo Street
When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Jan. 16
Details: Come to Hilo Farmer’s Market for fresh veggies and gifts and many wonderful items. Listen to good country music by the Michael Strand Band while having lunch. Free. Visit facebook.com/ Michael Strand Band.
Contact: Michael Strand, 756- 8621, mstrand@ymail.com
THURSDAY, Jan. 17
‘MEMOIRS OF HENRY OBOOKIAH’ BOOK LAUNCH
Where: Lyman Museum, 276 Haili St., Hilo
When: 5-7 p.m. Jan. 17
Details: Nearly 195 years after first publishing the “Memoirs of Henry Obookiah,” the Woman’s Board of Missions for the Pacific Islands releases a new edition. Program 5-6 p.m. at Haili Church, followed by reception and book signing at the Lyman Museum. Free; call for a reservation.
Contact: Barbara Moir, 935- 5021, bmoir@lymanmuseum.org
PELEHONUAMEA, VOLCANISM
Where: UCB-100, University of Hawaii at Hilo, 200 W. Kawili St.
When: 7 p.m. Jan. 17
Details: Pualani Kanaka‘ole Kanahele, Edith Kanaka‘ole Foundation president and Hawaiian traditional knowledge research director at Hawaii Community College, provides a Hawaiian perspective on volcanism during Volcano Awareness Month. Free. More info: hvo.wr.usgs.gov.
Contact: Janet Babb, 967- 8844, jbabb@usgs.gov
FRIDAY, Jan. 18
KRISPY KREME FUNDRAISER FOR PATCH
Where: PATCH Hilo Office, 305 Wailuku Drive, Suite 4, Hilo
When: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Jan. 18
Details: Call the Hilo office at 961-3169 for details and to reserve your dozen donuts in this fundraiser for People Attentive to Children, or PATCH, a nonprofit organication supporting quality care for Hawaii’s children
Contact: Meshell Barron, 961- 3169, hilorecruiter@patch-hi.org
COMING
HOTDOGS & HANDSHAKES
Where: Top of Paradise Drive, 151839 32nd Ave., Keaau
When: noon Jan. 19
Details: Connection Point Church will be giving away free hotdogs and handshakes in an effort to get to know the community better. Come out and join church members for a free lunch and fellowship.
Contact: Pastor Joe, 982-5177, office@connectionpointnaz.org
DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE IN VOLCANO
Where: VAC Niaulani Campus
When: 4 p.m. Jan. 20
Details: Dances of Universal Peace. Facilitated by vocalist Lila Flood, the Dances of Universal Peace are a spiritual practice incorporating folk-dance-like steps and sacred mantras that draw from all the major spiritual and religious traditions. No experience necessary; everyone welcome. By donation. Call 985-9109 or 967-8222 for more info.
Contact: Julie Callahan, julie@volcanoartcenter.org
A BELOW-THE-SCENES
LOOK AT KILAUEA
Where: Kilauea Visitor Center, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 7 p.m. Jan. 22
Details: USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientist Mike Poland talks about magma movement within Kilauea’s “plumbing” system in this “After Dark in the Park” program. Visit hvo.wr.usgs. gov. Park entrance fees apply.
Contact: 985-6011, havo_ interpretation@nps.gov
BUSINESS ACTION CENTER
Where: 100 Pauahi St., Suite 109, Hilo
When: 9:30 a.m. Jan. 24
Details: Business Action Center, a branch of the state Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, visits Hilo to assist entrepreneurs in obtaining their general excise licenses, business registration forms and information on state, county and federal licensing requirements.
Contact: Jayna Uyehara, 974- 4000, ext. 62545, bac@dcca. hawaii.gov
HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW MAUNA LOA?
Where: UCB-100, University of Hawaii at Hilo, 200 W. Kawili St.
When: 7 p.m. Jan. 24
Details: Frank Trusdell, USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory geologist, presents the eruptive history and current status of Mauna Loa, the largest volcano on Earth. Free. More information: hvo.wr.usgs.gov.
Contact: Janet Babb, 967- 8844, jbabb@usgs.gov
HINA S. KONA MEETING
Where: 84-5191 Mamalahoa Highway, south of Captain Cook
When: 5:30 p.m. Jan. 24
Details: Meeting at SKEA on Hawaii Island Network of Artists, in support of a greater awareness of island artists and their economic impact. Visit www.HINArtists.org.
Contact: Tanya Aynessazian, 967-8222, director@volcanoartcenter.org
CONFLICT RESOLUTION COMMUNITY WORKSHOP
Where: Hawaii CC Bldg. 388, Room 103, Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Jan. 26
Details: Kimberly Dark teaches skill of reframing contentious, position-based statements into neutral language that helps everyone think more clearly and develop possible solutions. $50.
Contact: Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center, 935-7844, ext. 116, julie@hawaiimediation.org
YEARLY ALASKAN PICNIC
Where: Spencer Beach Park pavilion, near Kawaihae Harbor, South Kohala
When: Noon on Jan. 26
Details: All Alaskans are invited to join in the yearly potluck picnic from noon to 3 p.m. Plates, utensils and napkins will be provided. Bring a favorite dish to share and, of course, Alaskan stories to tell.
Contact: Bill Simonsma, 883-2134
PAPAHANAUMOKUAKEA, A SACRED PLACE
Where: Lyman Museum, Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Jan. 28
Details: “Papahanaumokuakea: Sacred Name, Sacred Place” by Nakoa Goo, program coordinator for Mokupapapa Discovery Center. Learn about UNESCO World Heritage conservation site, an official Marine National Monument. $3; free to members.
Contact: Emily, 935-5021, ebenton@lymanmuseum.org
THE STORY BEHIND MONITORING HAWAIIAN VOLCANOES
Where: Kilauea Visitor Center, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 7 p.m. Jan. 29
Details: Kevan Kamibayashi of USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory shows sensors that track volcanic activity and explains how remote monitoring signals get back to HVO. Visit hvo.wr.usgs.gov. Park entrance fees may apply.
Contact: 985-6011, havo_ interpretation@nps.gov
2013 HILO MARCH FOR BABIES TEAM CAPTAINS
Where: Mooheau Bandstand, Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Jan. 29
Details: Info workshop for April 27 March for Babies. Learn about premature babies, infant mortality, birth defects. Team captains may pick up event packets, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Hawaiian music, hula, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. It’s the 75th anniversary of March of Dimes.
Contact: Eden Patino, 987- 0118, hilomarchforbabies@ gmail.com
SNOWBALLS FROM KILAUEA?
Where: UCB-100, University of Hawaii at Hilo, 200 W. Kawili St.
When: 7 p.m. Jan. 31
Details: Ken Hon, UH-Hilo geology professor, talks about a “wonderland” of light-colored mineral coatings and white spherules found around Halema‘uma‘u Crater, and how the submicroscopic minerals and “snowballs” form. Free. More info: hvo.wr.usgs.gov.
Contact: Janet Babb, 967- 8844, jbabb@usgs.gov
HIRE OUR HEROES JOB FAIR
Where: Armed Forces Reserve Center, 1304 Kekuanaoa St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Jan. 31
Details: Hire Our Heroes Job Fair for veterans, active duty military, guard and reserve members, spouses. A special feature will be a resume writing and interview techniques workshop from 10-11 a.m. Visit https://hoh.greatjob.net.
Contact: Maj. Darrin Cox, 844- 6605, darrin.m.cox.mil@mail.mil
5TH ANNUAL BIG ISLAND QUILT SHOP HOP
Where: Kilauea Kreations II, 680 Manono St., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Feb. 1
Details: Islandwide, Feb. 1-16. Explore eight different quilt shops, on your own or with a bus tour, from Hilo to Kona on Feb. 16. Have your passport stamped for prize drawings, purchase Hawaii-themed quilt blocks and more. Visit www.facebook.com/BigIslandQuiltShopHopHawaii.
Contact: Mary Moody Cox, 960-1100, marymoodycox@ earthlink.net
PAHOA SURF FILM FESTIVAL
Where: Akebono Theater, 15-2942 Pahoa Village Road
When: 5 p.m. Feb. 2
Details: Enjoy surf films at the historic Akebono Theater in Pahoa Village. Tickets are $5 in advance at Jeff Hunt Surfboards, and $7 at the door. Call Jeff Hunt Surfboards at 965-2322 or email jeffhuntsurfboards@me.com for more information.
Contact: Tiffany Edwards Hunt, 938-8592, newswoman@ mac.com
WELCOME TO UNIVERSE — KECK OBSERVATORY OPEN HOUSE
Where: Keck Observatory headquarters, 65-1120 Mamalahoa Highway, Waimea
When: 11 a.m. March 16
Details: Put your learning caps on for this unique collection of hands-on exhibits, demonstrations and presentations brought together by Keck Observatory staff excited to share with the public what it takes to be the world’s greatest observatory. This event is free and open to the public.
Contact: Joan Campbell, 881- 3854, jcampbell@keck.hawaii. edu
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
KOBUDO TAIKO TRAINING ON SUNDAYS IN HILO
Where: Boy Scout Headquarters, 580 Stainbeck Highway, Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Sundays
Details: Ongoing training every Sunday, from 10 a.m. to noon. $5 monthly. Open to all, age 10 through adults. New members welcome. Come and check it out.
Contact: Milton Yafuso, 430- 4044, miltonyafuso@hotmail. com
KANIKAPILA JAM SESSIONS
Where: VAC Niaulani Campus
When: 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays
Details: Kanikapila Jam Sessions are open to all musicians. Bring your instrument and enjoy “garage style” jamming with your neighbors and community. Donations are appreciated. Call for info.
Contact: Julie Callahan, 967- 8222, julie@volcanoartcenter.org
FREE DOG TRAINING AND SOCIALIZATION
Where: Liliuokalani Park, Hilo
When: 2-4 p.m. Sundays
Details: Free dog training and social events held weekly. Learn to communicate with and motivate your dog and give it the chance to meet new people and dogs. Educational and fun.
Contact: Carl Oguss, 333- 8346, easthawaiidogpsychologycenter@yahoo.com
VOLCANO AWARENESS MONTH
Where: Around Hawaii Island
When: January
Details: Fourth annual Volcano Awareness Month offers talks about Hawaiian volcanoes throughout the month. A detailed schedule is posted on the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory website at hvo.wr.usgs.gov.
Contact: Janet Babb, 967- 8844, jbabb@usgs.gov
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
ORCHID ISLE UMPIRES
Where: Kamana Senior Center
When: 7 p.m. second Tuesday
Details: For all interested in umpiring baseball or softball.
Contact: Norman Kaaihue, 989- 8788, umpire54@yahoo.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
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
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, 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, 968-1333
