TODAY, April 14
Neighborhood Watch Monthly Swap Meet
Where: Hawaii Paradise Park Activity Center, 17th and Makuu, Keaau
When: 7 a.m. Saturday, April 14
Details: Community Swap Meet. Shop for treasures, bargains and surprises, lots of great deals and variety of goods for sale. Refreshments available. Free to shoppers, vendor cost either $6 or $3. Fundraiser for HPP Neighborhood Watch.
Contact: Karen Daniels, 966-4662, karen_daneisl@comcast.net
AAUW NON-PROFIT GARAGE SALE
Where: Hawaiian Paradise Park, Makuu Drive, Right on 26th Ave, follow AAUW Garage Sale signs,
When: 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, April 14
Details: Funds go to AAUW UHH scholarships. Household goods, art, books, plants and more.
Contact: Susan, 966-7372, butterflysh@hawaiiantel.net
SWAP MEET & PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Where: Cooper Center on Wright Road in Volcano
When: 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, April 14 & 28 and May 12 & 26
Details: All kine stuffs, Hawaiiana, new and used, crafts, jewelry, local artwork, local honey and produce, plants, furniture. Local musicians contribute their time and talent. Thrift store, book store also open. Pancake breakfast, local grinds and soups. Held the second and fourth Saturdays, benefits Cooper Center, Volcano Friends Feeding Friends. Contact: Barbara Toles, 967-7800
School garden tours, tastings
Where: Honokaa High School, Paauilo Elementary and Intermediate School, and Laupahoehoe High and Elementary School, Hualalai Academy and Innovations Public Charter School
When: 9 a.m. Saturday, April 14
Details: School garden students and teachers open their gates for public tours and tastings. Enjoy produce grown and prepared by students, teachers, and volunteers, and see how food self-reliance is growing in our communities. See http://www.kohalacenter.org/TKCMemberEvents12/about.html. Hosted by The Kohala Center.
Contact: Cortney Hoffman, 887-6411, choffman@kohalacenter.org
NA LEI HIWAHIWA FUN Where: Mooheau Park football field, Hilo
When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, April 14
Details: Come join us in the park for food, craft vendors, an auto show and a keiki fun area.
Contact: Carole Akau, 936-7761, bcakau@aol.com
YWCA Spring Fling Pool Party Jam
Where: YWCA Pool and Hall, 145 Ululani St., Hilo
When: 12-4 p.m. Saturday, April 14
Details: The YWCA of Hawaii Island will be having a fundraiser with food, games, water activities, program demos/expos and prize giveaways. Admission is $10 for a family up to four people, $5 individual, and $4 for YWCA members. Businesses and vendors are welcome to participate in the event through donations or selling their products/goods at the event.
Contact: Hoku Sumiki, 935-7141, ext. 211, hsumiki@ywcahawaiiisland.org
SUNDAY, April 15
LOW-COST SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC
Where: Leilani Estates Community Center, Moku Street, Pahoa
When: 7 a.m. Sunday, April 15
Details: Low-cost spay/neuter clinic for cats only. Registration starts at 7 a.m. and the cost is $45 for domestic cats and $25 for feral cats. Some financial assistance available. Call to register or for more information.
Contact: Cheryl Crabtree, 990-6105 or 982-5110, cheryl-curtis@hotmail.com
CAR WASH
Where: Kai Store, 2010 Kilauea Ave., Hilo
When: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, April 15
Details: Come support Connections PCS Middle School and get your car washed. $5 donation appreciated. Bring your old
incandescent lightbulbs as well and exchange them for the more eco-friendly CFL bulbs for free.
Contact: Laie Suganuma, 938-0139, mz.laieikawai@gmail.com
Community Breakfast
Where: VFW Post 3830 Pahoa, 15-775 Maluhia Nanawale to Maluhia (follow signs), Pahoa
When: 9 a.m. Sunday, April 15
Details: We are having a community breakfast for a suggested donation of $5. On the menu is SOS (hamburger/sausage gravy over biscuits), eggs, hash browns, fruit cocktail, coffee and tea.
Contact: Vern Gawith, 966-8199, vernongawith@ymail.com
MONDAY, April 16
Waiakeawaena SCC Meeting
Where: Waiakeawaena School Library, 2420 Kilauea Ave., Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. Monday, April 16 Details: The Waiakeawaena School Community Council will be meeting. Topics related to student progress, student success, and other school matters are discussed. Open to the public.
Contact: Mara Matsumura, 981-7200, mara_matsumura@notes.k12.hi.us
THE SHIPMANS OF HILO
Where: Lyman Museum, 276 Haili St., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Monday, April 16
Details: Fifth-generation Shipman descendant and Hilo native Barbara Andersen will tell the story of the Shipman family of Hilo, which includes a girls’ boarding school, cattle ranching, visits from Queen Liliuokalani, introduction of the orchid and saving the nene. Cost is $3; Members free.
Contact: Lyman Museum, 935-5021, info@lymanmuseum.org
TUESDAY, April 17
Hilo College Fair
Where: Hilo High School, 556 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 17
Details: The Hawaii Association for College Admissions Counseling is sponsoring the fair which features colleges from Hawaii, the mainland and oversees. A center will be available to answer questions regarding the college admission process and financial aid.
Contact: Charlene Masuhara, 974-4021, charlene_masuhara@notes.k12.hi.us
WEDNESDAY, April 18
Hawai Island Oral History Archive
Where: University of Hawaii at Hilo Campus Center 301
When: 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 18
Details: Charles Kale Langlas is depositing for public use the oral history interviews carried out by him and his students for various projects on Hawaii Island, dating from 1987. His presentation will describe the range of interviews and provide readings from them. Contact: Charles Langlas, 933-0789, langlas@hawaii.edu
THURSDAY, April 19
Newbery Quiz Bowl
Where: Kamehameha School, Keaau
When: 9 a.m. Thursday, April 19 Details: The Newbery Committee is inviting all private, public, charter, and home schools to participate by preparing and sending a team to our 23rd annual competition at Kamehameha School in Keaau. A list of the Newbery Medal books included will be provided. Registration fee per team is $30. For more details please, call Paula at 883-2285 or Julia at 959-7887.
Contact: Paula Kamiya, 808 883-2285, tweetybyrd@hawaii.rr.com
Poetry Scores Project
Where: University of Hawaii Hilo, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, April 19
Details: The Art Department, University of Hawaii Hilo in celebrating National Poetry Month will host Chris King, the Creative Director for Poetry Scores. His public lecture will outline the history of Poetry Scores. Visit http://poetryscores.blogspot.com/2012/02/poetry-scores-announces-new-pro...
Contact: Michael Marshall, 974-7524, mdmarsha@hawaii.edu
FRIDAY, April 20
Three Bag Re-bag
Where: Waikoloa Village Market, 68-3916 Paniolo Avenue, Waikoloa
When: 2 p.m. Friday, April 20
Details: HELCO, KTA Super Stores, and KWXX are partnering to feature shopping bag exchanges, energy efficiency/conservation, and recycling. Exchange three plastic bags for a reusable bag, up to three reusable bags per person. Parker school will be there to exchange incandescent bulbs for CFLs.
Contact: Kenyan Beals, 969-0137, kenyan.beals@helcohi.com
ONGOING
FREE SKATE FRIDAYS
Where: Wainaku Gym, 30 Aikane Loop Road, Hilo
When: 6-8 p.m. Fridays
Details: The Big Island Babes invite anyone interested in trying out their roller skating skills to join our free skate. Full protective equipment is required including skates, kneepads, elbowpads, wristguards, and helmet. Participants must sign a liability waiver. Contact: Kate Wood, 480-993-9428, cubfankate@yahoo.com
Hawaiian Farmers Market
Where: Across Home Depot, Railroad and Makaala, Hilo
When: 7: a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays
Details: Public welcomed for island produce, plants, flowers, food and event programs. Food vendors sought for Wednesdays.
Contact: Howard 769-3989, Russell 959-6073, hawaiianfarmersmarket@yahoo.com
Kinoole Farmers Market
Where: Farmers Market, 1990 Kinoole Street, 1990 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 6:30 a.m. Saturdays Details: The Big Island Farm Bureau presents the Kinoole Farmers Market. Meet the growers, cooks and bakers in person with the freshest produce, nursery plants, baked goods and prepared meals you will find in east Hawaii.
Contact: Nate, 937-2663, nategaddis@gmail.com
Kanikapila in Volcano
Where: Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, Volcano Village, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 6 p.m. Tuesdays
Details: This jam session is open to those of intermediate talent who can sing or play a musical instrument. Ukulele, guitar, harmonica, and percussion instruments are welcome. Group dues are $3 per session. No need to register.
Contact: Julie Callahan, 967-8222, julie@volcanoartcenter.org
Family Swim
Where: YWCA of Hawaii Island, 145 Ululani St.
When: 2-3:25 p.m. and 6-6:55 p.m. Mondays, Wednesday & Fridays; 2-2:55 p.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays; 1-3:55 p.m. Saturdays
Details: The YWCA Aquatics Program offers designated time for recreational and family swim.
Contact: Hoku Sumiki, 935-7141, ext. 211, aquatics@ywcahawaiiisland.org
LAP SwimMING
Where: YWCA of Hawaii Island, 145 Ululani St.
When: 6-6:55 a.m. Mondays-Saturdays; 12-12:55 p.m. Mondays-Fridays; 6-6:55 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
Details: The YWCA Aquatics Program offers designated time for lap swimming.
Contact: Hoku Sumiki, 935-7141, ext. 211, aquatics@ywcahawaiiisland.org
KA‘U FARMERS MARKET
Where: In front of Ace Hardware, Highway 11, Naalehu
When: 7 a.m. Sunday, Wednesday and Saturday
Details: Naalehu Main Street sponsors this market, which features fresh produce, locally grown. Enjoy baked goods and local arts and crafts and a terrific atmosphere. Prize-winning Ka‘u coffee freshly brewed and also available to buy in bags, ground or whole beans. Vendors welcome.
Contact: Marge Elwell, 929-7236, marge@hawaii.rr.com, www.naalehu.org
Market @ The Mill
Where: Hilo Coffee Mill, between the 12- and 13-mile markers, Mountain View
When: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays Details: A weekly Market @ The Mill Farmer’s Market, featuring all locally grown products. Local vendors bring fresh fruit, produce, bread, pasta, plants, flowers, great food to sell. Live entertainment.
Contact: Jeanette or Katherine, 968-1333, coffee@hilocoffeemill.com
Panaewa Farmers Market
Where: Panaewa Homestead, Railroad Avenue, Hilo
When: 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays
Details: Lots of produce, plants, arts and crafts and food available. Vendors welcome. Free parking.
Contact: Howard Pe‘a, 959-7802
COMING
Memory Walk Registration
Where: KTA Superstore Puainako Town Center, 50 E. Puainako St.
When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, April 21
Details: Hospice of Hilo will have an information table for their annual Celebration of Life Memory Walk. Registration forms will be available along with patient and family support services. Walk in memory of a loved while while helping Hospice of Hilo raise money. Visit http://www.hospiceofhilo.org.
Contact: An Umamoto, 969-1733, anthuyn@hospiceofhilo.org
Home school Support Group
Where: Hilo Missionary Church, Komohana just south of Puainako
When: 6 p.m. Monday, April 21
Details: Lighthouse HICHE home school support group parents gather monthly to share information and inspire each other in home schooling. Get answers to your questions on how to home school. Everyone welcome. Contact: Jessica Wertz, 936-6884, or Heather Rosario, 936-7242, or email jessi97520@yahoo.com
Lehua Hawaii
Productions pageant
Where: Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium
When: 6:30 p.m. Saturday, April 28
Details: Applications are being accepted for the first annual Miss Teen Lehua Hawaii pageant for girls ages 14-17. The phases of competition will be swimsuit, talent, evening wear and onstage question and judges Interview. Please contact Jennifer Kaaihue at 937-5205 for more information.
Contact: Jeni Waipa, 808-895-3801, jeniwaipa@gmail.com
Natural History and Conservation Seminar Series
Where: USDA Forest Service, Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry, 60 Nowelo St.
When: 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 1 Details: Aaron Shiels, of the USDA, APHIS, National Wildlife Research Center, will present “Plant Responses to Simulated Hurricane Impacts in a Tropical Rainforest.” Free and open to all. Bring a lunch. This is part of a monthly seminar series held the first Tuesday of each month.
Contact: Susan Cordell, 854-2628, scordell01@fs.fed.us
POERTY SLAM
Where: The Bayfront Kava Bar, 116 Kamehameha Ave., Hilo When: 7 p.m. Thursday, May 3
Details: Life will present The Kava Bar Poetry Slam. First prize will be $25. Second and third prizes will be announced the night of the event. This is an all ages free event held every first Thursday of the Month, Sign up to compete will start at 6:30 p.m.
Contact: Michele Dalton, 808-238-1413, thepoetmichele@yahoo.com
Cats and Dog Overpopulation Clinics
Where: Keaau Village Market
When: 10-11:30 a.m. Sunday, May 13
Details: Nonprofit animal organization Hui Pono Holoholona holds monthly public meetings the second Sunday of the month. Come share your ideas, concerns and energy with this group dedicated to reducing animal overpopulation by encouraging spaying/neutering.
Contact: Frannie Pueo, 968-8279, webmistress@hphhawaii.org
Natural History and Conservation Seminar Series
Where: USDA Forest Service, Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry, 60 Nowelo St., Hilo
When: 12 p.m. Tuesday, June 5 Details: Kyle Van Houtan, leader of the marine Turtle Assessment Program, NOAA Fisheries, will present “Long-term Population Drivers for Marine Turtle Populations: Climate, Nutrients, and Human Impacts.” Free and open to all, bring your lunch! This is part of a monthly seminar series held the first Tuesday of each month.
Contact: Susan Cordell, 854-2628, scordell01@fs.fed.us
Kamehameha Day Celebration
Where: North Kohala
When: 8 a.m. Monday, June 11 Details: A lei draping ceremony will be held at 8 a.m. at Kamehameha Statue in Kapaau followed by the floral parade at 9 a.m. from Hawi town through Kapaau to Kamehameha Park. A Ho‘olaulea will take palce from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Kamehameha Park.
Contact: Cicely Ho‘opai, 557-6042, hoopai911@msn.com
