TODAY, Jan. 26
13TH ANNUAL ELLISON ONIZUKA SCIENCE DAY
Where: UH-Hilo, 200 W. Kawili St.
When: 8 a.m. Jan. 26
Details: Free day of science and space exploration for students in grades 4-12, parents, and teachers of any grade level. Sign up at www.spacegrant. hawaii.edu/OnizukaDay.
Contact: Art Kimura, 934- 7261, art@higp.hawaii.edu
BOOK SIGNING
Where: Big Island BookBuyers, 14 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 1 p.m. Jan. 26
Details: Poet Michele Dalton will present and sign his new book, “Time to be the Dream.”
Contact: Michele Dalton, 808-238-1413, micheledalton1957@yahoo.com
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
MONDAY, Jan. 28
PAPAHANAUMOKUAKEA, A SACRED PLACE
Where: Lyman Museum, Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Jan. 28
Details: “Papahanaumokuakea: Sacred Name, Sacred Place” by Nakoa Goo of Mokupapapa Discovery Center. Learn about UNESCO World Heritage conservation site, an official Marine National Monument. $3.
Contact: Emily, 935-5021, ebenton@lymanmuseum.org
TUESDAY, Jan. 29
KEAUKAHA SCC
Where: Keaukaha School
When: 2:30 p.m. Jan. 29
Details: Agenda: community meeting, Read Across America, academic review team planning, comprehensive needs assessment, academic/ financial plan, ‘Ohana Night, cafetorium status.
Contact: Cecelia Evans, 974- 4181, debbie_coloma@notes. k12.hi.us
KALANIANA’OLE SCC
Where: Kalanianaole Teachers Lounge, Papaikou
When: 4 p.m. Jan. 29
Details: SCC Board Meeting: planning for upcoming school year, reviewing academic and financial plan.
Contact: Robin Miller, 964-9700
DRESS A GIRL AROUND THE WORLD
Where: Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana Street, Hilo
When: 7-9 p.m. Jan. 29
Details: All invited: Learn how to sew a simple dress that could change a girl’s life. A short video by dressagirlaroundtheworld.com will be shown. Live entertainment by Harmony on Tap; light refreshments. No charge.
Contact: Jen Laris, 895-7795, dressagirlaroundtheworldinhi@gmail.com
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
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
THURSDAY, Jan. 31
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
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
FRIDAY, Feb. 1
KA’U HOSPITAL BAKE & CRAFT SALE
Where: Ka’u Hospital
When: 10 a.m. Feb. 1
Details: The Red Hat Ladies of Ka’u and Ka Lae Quilters host bake and craft sale benefitting Ka’u Hospital Emergency Room. Contributions welcomed.
Contact: Barbara Beatty, 929-9072
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
POLITICS IN FILM
Where: Institute for Astronomy
When: 1 p.m. Fridays
Details: View, discuss films on politics, government to March 8.
Contact: Patricia O’Toole, 333-9850, patsy_otoole@hotmail.com
COMING
PAHOA SURF FILM FESTIVAL
Where: Akebono Theater, 15-2942 Pahoa Village Road
When: 5 p.m. Feb. 2
Details: Tickets $5 in advance at Jeff Hunt Surfboards, $7 at door. Call 965-2322 or email jeffhuntsurfboards@me.com.
Contact: Tiffany Edwards Hunt, 938-8592, newswoman@mac.com
ALPHA DELTA KAPPA GARAGE SALE
Where: Mooheau Bandstand, Hilo
When: 7:30 a.m. Feb. 2
Details: Fundraiser to support UH-Hilo teacher ed program and other community educational programs. Clothing, kitchenware, toys, books, household items on sale.
Contact: Karen Maedo, 935-3506
HUNA TALK WITH SERGE KAHILI KING
Where: Cooper Center, Volcano
When: 1 p.m. Feb. 3
Details: “How To Feel Good About Yourself,” the all-important key to self-confidence and success in life. Learn about an ancient Hawaiian legend and the wisdom of Huna philosophy. Free.
Contact: Serge Kahili King, 985-8880, serge@huna.org
KEAAU HS PARENT, TEACHER CONFERENCES
Where: Keaau High School cafeteria
When: 3:30-5:30 p.m. Feb. 5
Details: Keaau High School parent/teacher conferences for second semester.
Contact: Cheryl Chow, 982- 4220, ext. 2237, cheryl_chow@ notes.k12.hi.us
KILAUEA’S VOLCANIC GASES AND THEIR EFFECTS
Where: Pahala Community Cen.
When: 6:30 p.m. Feb. 6
Details: Jeff Sutton and Tamar Elias, USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory geochemists, offer update on Kilauea’s gas emissions and discuss the formation of volcanic pollution (vog) and its effects on our environment. Free. Visit www. hvo.wr.usgs.gov.
Contact: Janet Babb, 967- 8844, askHVO@usgs.gov
KA‘U HOSPITAL ER BENEFIT AT PUNALU’U
Where: Punalu’u Black Sand Beach Pavilion
When: 8 a.m. Feb. 8-9
Details: The Red Hat Ladies of Ka’u and Ka Lae Quilters are holding a bake and craft sale benefitting Ka’u Hospital’s Emergency Room. Funds raised previously helped purchase a pediatric code cart, physiologic monitors, exam lights and gurneys. Contributions are welcomed.
Contact: Barbara Beatty, 929-9072
PUA PLANT SALE
Where: Maka’eo Events Pavilion, old Kona Airport
When: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Feb. 9
Details: Kona Outdoor Circle annual plant sale, with all types of plants, including vegetables, herbs, flowers, orchids, bromeliads, cactus, tropicals and ornamental landscape shrubs and trees. Arrive early for best selection.
Contact: KOC office, 331-2426, koc@konaoutdoorcircle.org
GRACE FLOWERS OPENING
Where: Grace Flowers, Andrade Building, Honokaa
When: 11 a.m. Feb. 8-9
Details: Celebrate shop’s grand opening. Lei demonstrations each day at 1 p.m. Blessing Friday at 5 p.m. Live music 6-8 p.m. Free event.
Contact: Alison Higgins, 443- 3999, graceflowershawaii@ gmail.com
KONA WINE TASTING
Where: Private estate
When: 4-8 p.m. Feb. 9
Details: The Rotary Club of Kona Mauka hosts its 10th annual Valentine Wine Tasting Benefit Celebration at a private Kona estate with a spectacular view overlooking Kailua Bay. Wines, food catered by Johnson Wong, gourmet pupus, desserts. Classical and flamenco guitarist Jan Orbom; silent auction. $75 tickets at Kona Wine Market, Golden Egg Cash Assets at Ilima Court, Kailua Candy Co. and from Sandee Crisp.
Contact: Sandee, 987-0184, sandee-crisp@hawaii.rr.com
ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL CARDINAL BALL
Where: ‘Imiloa Astronomy Cen.
When: 5 p.m. Feb. 9
Details: All invited to honor leadership and service at annual SJS Mardi Gras Cardinal Ball. No-host cocktails at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m., followed by awards. Silent and live auctions and dancing. Tickets: Kristi Correa, 960-2627.
Contact: Marlene Hapai, 966- 9894, mhapai@aol.com
VOLCANO SWAP MEET, CHEF’S BREAKFAST
Where: Cooper Center, Wright Road, Volcano Village
When: 8 a.m.-noon Feb. 9
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: Feb. 23.
Contact: Barbara Toles, 967-7800
KMC VALENTINE’S DAY
Where: Kilauea Military Camp
When: 5-8 p.m. Feb. 14
Details: Enjoy buffet in Crater Rim Cafe casual setting, with roasted pork loin, vegetarian lasagna, fettuccini with a ragout of slow cooked beef, mashed potatoes, rice, honey glazed carrots, salad bar, dessert and beverage. Adults $21.95; children 6-11, $10.95. Park fees may apply.
Contact: Piilani Galdones, 967-8356, marketing@kmc-volcano.com
KA‘U HOSPITAL ER BENEFIT GOLF TOURNEY
Where: Volcano Golf & Country Club, Pi’i Mauna Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 8:30 a.m. Feb. 15
Details: The Ka’u Golf Group hosts sixth annual fundraiser. $75 entry fee includes golf cart and lunch with auction and awards ceremony. Call for entry forms, due Feb. 4.
Contact: Ron Young, 929-8390, youngron19582@yahoo.com
KMC PRESIDENT’S DAY
Where: Kilauea Military Camp
When: 5 p.m. Feb. 18
Details: Celebrate our founding fathers over mesquite grilled mango BBQ chicken, grilled ono with macadamia cream and tropical salsa, roast beef in country gravy, three-cheese scalloped potatoes and more. Adults $21; children 6-11, $10.50. Park fees may apply.
Contact: Piilani Galdones, 967-8356, marketing@kmc-volcano.com
UH-HILO AWARDS BANQUET
Where: UH-Hilo Dining Hall
When: 5 p.m. Feb. 22
Details: 13th Annual Distinguished Alumni and Service Awards Banquet sponsored by the UHH Alumni and Friends Association, with live and silent auction, buffet, networking with university and community leaders and supporters. Honorees are Eric Matsumoto, Larry Kimura, Valerie Takata and Gerald De Mello. Ticket $75, or $600 for a table of eight. RSVP by Feb. 8. Proceeds fund scholarships.
Contact: UHH Department of Marketing & Alumni Relations, 974-7501, 974-7643
KA‘U HOSPITAL ER BENEFIT SPAGHETTI DINNER
Where: Naalehu Community Cen.
When: 4 p.m. Feb. 23
Details: The Red Hat Ladies of Ka’u and Ka Lae Quilters host seventh annual spaghetti dinner benefit for Ka’u Hospital Emergency Room. Contributions are welcomed.
Contact: Barbara Beatty, 929-9072
OCEAN DAY MALAMA KANALOA FESTIVAL
Where: Hilo Bayfront Beach Park
When: 10 a.m. Feb. 23
Details: The 6th annual Ocean Day Malama Kanaloa Festival promotes ocean conservation and environmental stewardship through fun and engaging activities for the whole family. Free and open to the public.
Contact: Erika Perry, 933- 0707, hperry@hawaii.edu
NA PUA NO‘EAU HAWAIIAN FAMILY AFFAIR
Where: UHH-Campus Center
When: 9 a.m. March 2
Details: Free; 21st annual Hawaiian Family Affair. Theme is “Ke Ola Mau,” referring to health and wellbeing of Hawaiian families. Dance fitness, health screenings, entertainment, food booths, more.
Contact: Toni Mallow, 974- 7678, mallow@hawaii.edu
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. Free.
Contact: Joan Campbell, 881- 3854, jcampbell@keck.hawaii.edu
KA’U COFFEE FESTIVAL
Where: Pahala Community Center, other venues
When: April 27 to May 5
Details: The Ka‘u Coffee Festival jumps for java at a host of venues offering something for everyone: foodie fun, recipe contest, hike, stargazing, farm tours, guided coffee tasting, hoolaulea and seminars. Details and signup: 929-9550 or www.KauCoffeeFest.com.
Contact: Chris Manfredi, 929- 9550, cmanfredi@kaufarmandranch.com
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
ECLECTIC WALTZ CROSS STEP WALTZ EVENT
Where: Hilo Elks Lodge
When: 6-9 p.m. Sunday
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
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
KOKUA KAILUA ON ALII DRIVE
Where: Historic Kailua Village
When: 1-6 p.m. Sunday
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. 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
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 IN SEAVIEW
Where: Seaview Performing Arts
When: 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Details: Every Saturday
