TODAY, May 26
Chinese Health
Preservation System
Where: Liliuokalani Park, near teahouse
When: 9:30 a.m. Saturdays
Details: Yang Sheng: movements from Yi Chuan (the central core of Chi Gong, Taoism & Buddhism). Teacher certified in China. $10.
Contact: Andrew Plack, 935-7207, andrew@arplack.com
SUNDAY, May 27
Personal Path to Peace
Where: Honokaa Hongwanji
When: 2 p.m. Sundays
Details: Weekly, members of Thich Nhat Hanh’s Order of Interbeing instruct on how “mindfulness” can be applied in daily life. Learn about mindfulness in ourselves, our families, community, nation and world. Practice includes mindfulness while eating, walking, singing, even washing dishes. Open to all faiths, non-believers included. Let peace begin with you.
Contact: Miles Okumura, 640 4602, info@peacedayparade.org
Han Shi Yi Chuan
Where: Ainaloa Longhouse, Ainaloa Subdivision, Pahoa
When: 5 p.m. Sundays
Details: Internal Kung Fu with teacher certified in China.
Contact: Glenn Pasion, 989-9635, ckthetruth@hotmail.com
Teachings from Yoga Vasishtha
Where: Honokaa
When: 2:30 p.m. May 27
Details: Class with Babaji Bob Kindler. Call for directions.
Contact: Annapurna, 990-3354, srvinfo@srv.org
Buddhist Healing
Meditation
Where: VAC Niaulani Campus
When: 4 p.m. May 27
Details: Train mind in inner causes of fulfillment; discover lasting source of happiness. Free. Call Patty at 985-7470.
Contact: Julie, 967-8222, julie@volcanoartcenter.org
MONDAY, May 28
Hilo Vikings Robotics Summer Camp
Where: Hilo High School
When: 8 a.m.-noon May 28-June 1
Details: Hilo Vikings Robotics Club camp for ages 8-12. Learn building, programming LEGO robots and completing small robot challenges. $175.
Contact: Matthew Pearring, 640-4570, instanthumor@gmail.com
TUESDAY, May 29
INTERNET & EMAIL BASICS
Where: SeniorNet at Maluhia Place, 891 Ululani St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. May 29-30, June 1
Details: World Wide Web; email, e cards, photos. Class taught by seniors for seniors. $36 plus $40 membership fee.
Contact: Lois Zimmermann, 974-7603, cyberlu@gmail.com
WEDNESDAY,
May 30
SAT Prep Class
Where: Waiakea High School
When: 8 a.m. May 30
Details: Summer SAT Prep Class May 30-June 13. Math intensive; $60.
Contact: Whitney Aragaki, 974-4888, ext. 254, whitney_aragaki@notes.k12.hi.us
Record keeping for fruit growers
Where: Komohana Agriculture Extension, 875 Komohana St.
When: 5:30 p.m. May 30
Details: Hawaii Tropical Fruit Growers class: Learn to keep good records to get a loan, for taxes, to comply with certain laws, for crop insurance, disaster assistance, and to help make better decisions. UH economist Stuart Nakamoto will teach. Register.
Contact: Didi, 887-6183, mddiaz@hawaii.edu
COMING
“Dancing on the Earth” with Shizuno Nasu
Where: VAC Niaulani Campu
When: 10 a.m. June 2
Details: Shizuno Nasu teaches creative flow and dance in class open to all levels, including non-dancers. Register in advance. $45/$40.
Contact: Julie, 967-8222, julie@volcanoartcenter.org
Teachings from Yoga Vasishtha
Where: Pepeekeo
When: 2:30-5:30 p.m. June 3
Details: Class by Babaji Bob Kindler also on June 10, 17. Call for directions.
Contact: Annapurna, 990-3354, srvinfo@srv.org
THE DEEPEST TRUTH
Where: Waiaka Events Salon, 66-1664 Waiaka St., Waimea
When: 3:30 p.m. June 3
Details: Non-denominational; all welcome. Bring cushion. Chairs available. Gavin Harrison teaches; by donation.
Contact: Gavin Harrison, 884-5288, gavin@gavinharrison.net; www.gavinharrison.net
HHS Robotics camp II
Where: Hilo High School
When: 8 a.m.-noon June 4-8
Details: Hilo Vikings Robotics club camp for advanced students. Learn to program with C Language and create computer games. Cost is $175.
Contact: Matthew Pearring, 640-4570, instanthumor@gmail.com
Easy French
Where: E.H. Cultural Center
When: 6:30-8 p.m. June 4-6
Details: Learn French for basic conversation and business. Theodore Seka; $15 per class; all ages; register.
Contact: Claudine, 961-5711
Summer Teen court
Where: YWCA, Hilo
When: 1 p.m. June 5
Details: Weekly, for students ages 12-16, with activities and discussions that help them determine their skills, values, dreams, goals. Free. Call, visit www.ywcahawaiiisland.org.
Contact: Lorraine D’Anna, 961-3877 x133, ldanna@ywcahawaiiisland.org
TransZendance
Where: UH-Hilo
When: 5 p.m. June 13
Details: Daina Fawn fuses dance with yoga and breathwork. $48. Call to register.
Contact: CCECS, 974-7664, ccecs@hawaii.edu
Connection Point
Where: UH-Hilo
When: 6:15 p.m. June 13
Details: Instructor Daina Fawn blends contact improvisation, modern dance, acroyoga. Fee is $60. Call to register.
Contact: CCECS, 974-7664, ccecs@hawaii.edu
SAT Prep Class
Where: Waiakea High School
When: 8 a.m. June 14
Details: Summer SAT Prep Class; June 14-June 29 writing intensive. $60 includes free study materials.
Contact: Whitney Aragaki, 974-4888, ext. 254, whitney_aragaki@notes.k12.hi.us
Afro-Brazilian Dance
Where: UH-Hilo
When: 6:30 p.m. June 14
Details: Lisa Dixon teaches basics of traditional Afro-Brazilian processional dances: samba, samba, reggae and maracatu. $65; $25 live percussion fee. Call to register.
Contact: CCECS, 974-7664, ccecs@hawaii.edu
Understanding Workstyle Differences
Where: UH-Hilo
When: 9 a.m. June 16
Details: Nancy Lombard teaches; recognize behavior styles to increase effectiveness, enhance communication, create harmonious work environment. $60, $20 materials fee. Call to register.
Contact: CCECS, 974-7664, ccecs@hawaii.edu
Gardening in Hawaii
Where: UH-Hilo
When: 9:30 a.m. June 16
Details: Nick Sakovich focuses on challenges of gardening in Hawaii. $35. Call to register.
Contact: CCECS, 974-7664, ccecs@hawaii.edu
Organic Beekeeping
Where: Volcano Island Honey Co., Honokaa
When: 1-5 p.m. June 16
Details: Organic Beekeeping Classes with Jenny Bach and Richard Spiegel for commercial and backyard farmers and hobbyists on five Saturdays, June 16, 23, 30 July 7, 14; $250 for instruction and equipment.
Contact: 333-5228, andrearuggiero@mac.com
Japanese Taiko
Drumming
Where: UH Hilo
When: 5 p.m. June 18
Details: Work out while learning basics of taiko drumming, drum making with instructor Chad Nakagawa. $60, $10 materials fee. Call to register.
Contact: CCECS, 974-7664, ccecs@hawaii.edu
Recreational Paddling I
Where: UH-Hilo
When: 7 a.m. June 19
Details: Joe Kalima teaches water safety, steering, proper paddling form, technique. $95. Call to register.
Contact: CCECS, 974-7664, ccecs@hawaii.edu
Pilates Matwork 1
Where: UH-Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. June 19
Details: Celeste Staton; develop core strength; whole body workout. $50. Register.
Contact: CCECS, 974-7664, ccecs@hawaii.edu
Recreational Paddling II
Where: UH-Hilo
When: 7 a.m. June 21
Details: Joe Kalima teaches water safety, steering, form and technique. $90, $5 equipment fee. Call to register.
Contact: CCECS, 974-7664, ccecs@hawaii.edu
Genealogy Workshop
Where: Keaukaha Technology and Resource Center
When: 9 a.m. June 23
Details: Genealogy workshop free to Native Hawaiians. Luana Busby-Neff, cultural origins of genealogy; Layne Richards, where you fit in your family tree; Val Kahanu, research, resources to find connections.
Contact: Mohala Aiu, 769-0060
Pilates Matwork 2
Where: UH-Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. Aug. 7
Details: Two-week mixed level; Kea Kapahua teaches movement progressions beyond classical Pilates repertoire. $30. Call to register.
Contact: CCECS, 974-7664, ccecs@hawaii.edu
Intro to Zumba
Where: UH-Hilo
When: 5:45 p.m. Aug. 7
Details: Licensed Zumba instructor Kea Kapahua creates a fun workout to Latin and international rhythms. $35. Call to register.
Contact: CCECS, 974-7664, ccecs@hawaii.edu
Creative Art Safari
Where: E.H. Cultural Center
When: 9:30 a.m. June 2
Details: Carolyn Bennett art lessons in acrylics, oil pastels, collage, found-objects and leaf art. Program ends with show and “edible lesson party.” $50 month; all ages.
Contact: Claudine, 961-5711
Beginning BB Gun
Where: Waiakea Rec Center
When: 9-11 a.m. Monday/Wednesday/Friday, June 4-13
Details: Parks & Recreation registration under way for ages 9-17. Cost is $15.
Contact: John Kushi, 961-8733
Light, Color and Sound
Where: VAC Niaulani Campus
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 9
Details: Workshop by Robert Frutos includes art project. Cost: $55. Call to register.
Contact: Julie, 967-8222, julie@volcanoartcenter.org
Beginning Trap Shoot
Where: Trap and Skeet Range
When: noon-2:30 p.m. Tuesdays/Thursdays, June 5-14
Details: Parks & Recreation registration under way for ages 13-adult. Cost is $50.
Contact: John Kushi, 961-8733
Beginning Archery 1
Where: Waiakea Recreation Center, 1634 Kamehameha Ave.
When: 9-11 a.m. Tuesdays/Thursdays, June 5-14
Details: Parks & Rec registration under way. Cost is $10.
Contact: John Kushi, 961-8733
HAND BELLS
Where: Church of Holy Cross
When: 4 p.m. June 21
Details: Learn to play hand bells, hand chimes. Learn rhythm, music terms and teamwork while playing fun music and Christmas favorites. Easy music note reading required. No charge for first class. Monthly club fee is $10.
Contact: Fumi Maeda, 959-3526
Aha Puhala o Puna
Lauhala weaving
Where: Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
When: 9 a.m. Aug. 3
Details: Club celebrates 20th anniversary Aug. 3-5; projects for all levels. Cost $125, with kits to be purchased from kumu. Register by June 30.
Contact: 756-0093, ahapuhala@gmail.com
ONGOING
Bon Dance Practice
Where: Hilo Meishoin Mission
When: 7 p.m. Thursday
Details: Tsukikage Odorikai practice open to public; free. Bring towel (tenugui) and fan (uchiwa). Regular practice on second and fourth Thursdays; plus Tuesdays, July 10, 17. Only one practice in August: Aug. 2.
Contact: Meishoin, 935-6996, tsukikageodorikai@gmail.com
Bon Dance PRACTICE
Where: Puna Hongwanji Mission
When: 7 p.m. Mondays, through June, and July 2
Details: Bring towel (tenugui) and fan (uchiwa). Free practice class open to public.
Contact: punahongwanji@hawaiiantel.net; 966-9981,
Hot Hula FITNESS
Where: YWCA of HI, Hilo
When: Tuesdays, Thursdays
Details: Noenoe Kekaualua teaches Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 p.m., Thursdays 8-9 a.m.
Contact: 935-7141, hsumiki@ywcahawaiiisland.org
Ancient Hawaiian Hula for Teachers
Where: 96 Kekela St., Hilo
When: 6 p.m. Fridays
Details: Study hula kahiko, chant with Maile Yamanaka; help pass down art of Hawaiian dance from the traditions of Maiki Aiu Lake and Hoolu Cambra. By donation.
Contact: Maile Yamanaka, 937-4249, maileyamanaka@gmail.com
Bon Dance Practice
Where: Hilo Meishoin Mission
When: 7 p.m. Thursday
Details: Tsukikage Odorikai practice open to public; free. Bring towel (tenugui) and fan (uchiwa). Regular practice on second and fourth Thursdays; plus Tuesdays, July 10, 17. Only one practice in August: Aug. 2.
Contact: Meishoin, 935-6996, tsukikageodorikai@gmail.com
Bon Dance PRACTICE
Where: Puna Hongwanji Mission
When: 7 p.m. Mondays, through June, and July 2
Details: Bring towel (tenugui) and fan (uchiwa). Free practice class open to public.
Contact: punahongwanji@hawaiiantel.net; 966-9981,
Hot Hula FITNESS
Where: YWCA of HI, Hilo
When: Tuesdays, Thursdays
Details: Noenoe Kekaualua teaches Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 p.m., Thursdays 8-9 a.m.
Contact: 935-7141, hsumiki@ywcahawaiiisland.org
