Fitness flood
The number of fitness classes in various genres has skyrocketed, dominating the HTH Saturday Calendar. To allow a wider variety of happenings a chance to be printed, we’ve put a temporary hold on most fitness classes.
If you need to hook up, here are some regular venues and contacts
YWCA of Hawaii Island, 935- 7141
Hawaii Community College, 934- 2700
Keaukaha Gym, Keaau Community Center, Waiakea Uka Gym, 896-0265
Hilo YMCA, 640-3876
Volcano Art Center, 967-8222
Christian Liberty/HPP, 937- 6371
Keaau Eagles Clubhouse, 990-3835
Mountain View Gym, 968-2000
TODAY, Nov. 17
CONTAINER GARDENING
Where: Komohana Research and Extension Center, 875 Komohana St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m.-noon Nov. 17
Details: Free workshop on basics of home container gardening for vegetables, herbs.
Contact: Russell T. Nagata, 969- 8209, russelln@hawaii.edu
WRESTLING CLINIC & TAKE DOWN EVENT
Where: Pahoa High new gym
When: 8 a.m. Nov. 17
Details: Annual Wrestling Clinic & Take Down Event is open to girls and boys from age 5 on up to adult/veteran. Registration begins at 8 a.m. Need current medical insurance card, shoes (wrestling or hightop), T-shirt, shorts or wrestling singlet. Parent or responsible guardian must be present at event.
Contact: Coach Elvis Lum, 965-2155, 339-4231
SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS
Where: New Hope Christian Fellowship, 840 Kupulau St., Hilo
When: 2:30-4:30 p.m. Nov. 17
Details: Practical advice on dealing with divorce and separation during the holidays. Participants will come away feeing more hopeful and better equipped to face the upcoming holiday season. This environment is caring, confidential and safe. The seminar is free.
Contact: Craig Feldmeyer, 959-7700
JELENA CLAY CLASS
Where: VAC Gallery, HVNP
When: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 17
Details: Gourd artist Jelena Clay teaches creative ornament and wreath making. Fee.
Contact: Emily Catey, 967-7565
SUNDAY, Nov. 18
TANTRA & VEDANTA
Where: Pepeekeo, Honokaa
When: 2:30-5:30 p.m. Nov. 18, 25, Dec. 2
Details: SRV Associations classes by Babaji Bob Kindler. $15, though no one turned away for lack of funds. Call for directions.
Contact: Annapurna, 990- 3354, srvinfo@srv.org
EAST COAST SWING
Where: Elks Club, 150 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 1-3 p.m. Nov. 18
Details: Gil Ching helps improve your lead and follow skills while learning new step patterns in fun beyond-basics workshop. Fee $15.
Contact: Big Island Ballroom Dance Club, 968-8152
MONDAY, Nov. 19
COMPUTER FOR SENIORS
Where: SeniorNet at Maluhia
When: 10 a.m. Nov. 19, 21, 23
Details: Use Microsoft Word 2010 to edit and format documents. $36 for six-hour class plus $40 annual membership fee.
Contact: Lois Zimmermann, 974-7603, cyberlu@gmail.com
INTERNET & EMAIL BASICS
Where: SeniorNet at Maluhia
When: 1 p.m. Nov. 19-21
Details: Explore World Wide Web and send email, ecards and photos. $36 for six-hour class plus $40 annual membership fee.
Contact: Lois Zimmermann, 974-7603, cyberlu@gmail.com
HULA HULA BON
Where: Puna Hongwanji Mission
When: 7 p.m. Nov. 19
Details: Bring a towel (tenugui), a fan (uchiwa) and bachi (sticks). Class meets first and third Mondays (Dec. 3, 17; Jan. 7, 21; Feb. 4, 18; March 4, 18; April 1, 15; May 6, 20). Open to the public; free.
Contact: 966-9981, punahongwanji@hawaiiantel.net
RED CROSS ADULT CPR/AED
Where: Hilo Red Cross
When: 8 a.m. Nov. 19
Details: CPR/AED Adult; 8-11:30 a.m. Nov. 19, Dec. 1. $70; register at www.redcross. org or call 1-800-733-2767.
Contact: 739-8121, maury. agcaoili@redcross.org
STANDARD FIRST AID
Where: Hilo Red Cross
When: 12:30 p.m. Nov. 19
Details: Learn emergency action steps and first aid procedures for injuries and sudden illnesses; 12:30-4:30 p.m. Nov. 19, Dec. 1; $70; register at www.redcross.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
Contact: Maury Agcaoili, above
WREATH MAKING CLASS
Where: Puueo Comm. Center
When: 7 a.m. Nov. 19-20
Details: Parks & Rec class using local foliage. Call to register.
Contact: Scott Oune, 961-8738
INTRO TO BEEKEEPING
Where: NHERC, Honokaa
When: 6 p.m. Nov. 19
Details: Jenny Bach teaches natural beekeeping; part of Practical Agriculture for Hamakua. $10/$5; www.practicalagricultureforhamakua.com.
Contact: KiTeya Belford- Smith, 937-7024, practicalaghamakua@gmail.com
COMING
CAT & DOG FIRST AID
Where: Hilo Red Cross
When: 9 a.m.-noon Nov. 24
Details: Learn basics to recognize and care for emergencies and injuries in dogs, including basic first aid skills, how to care for choking pets, rescue breathing and CPR. $70; register at www.redcross. org or call 1-800-733-2767.
Contact: Maury Agcaoili, above
PERMACULTURE CONCEPTS
Where: NHERC, Honokaa
When: 6 p.m. Nov. 26
Details: Join Tracy Matfin for “Permaculture Concepts to Increase Ease & Joy: general intro to permaculture; ethics, principles, sectors, zones and the design process.” $10/$5. Visit www.practicalagricultureforhamakua.com
Contact: KiTeya Belford- Smith, 937-7024, practicalaghamakua@gmail.com
ASTROLOGY BIRTH CHART
Where: Ainaloa Longhouse
When: 1-4:30 p.m. Nov. 30, Dec. 7
Details: Understand basic astrology terminology and how to read your birth chart. Two sessions on each date. By donation. Sign up via email.
Contact: 854-5957, qbnbernews@gmail.com
PEDIATRIC CPR/AED
Where: Hilo Red Cross
When: 8 a.m.-noon Dec. 3
Details: Recognize and care for victims of life-threatening respiratory or cardiac emergencies in children and infants and learn to use an AED. $70; register at www.redcross.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
Contact: Maury Agcaoili, above
FLAMENCO WORKSHOP
Where: Kupukupu Center, Pahoa
When: 6:30 p.m. Dec. 5
Details: Zambra Flamenco is deeply rooted in Moorish influences. This class will begin to unravel the mystery of flamenco by learning the compas (rhythm), using short choreographed segments with emphasis on brasao (arm and hand movements), cuerpo (body movements) and barefoot taconeo (footwork).
Contact: Nikki Conti, 937- 2456, nicolilla@yahoo.com
CHRISTMAS CRAFTS
Where: Puueo Comm. Center
When: 1:30 p.m. Dec. 5, 12
Details: Parks & Recreation class. Call to register.
Contact: Scott Oune, 961-8738
CHRISTMAS CRAFTS
Where: Wainaku Gym
When: 2:30 p.m. Dec. 6, 13
Details: Parks & Recreation class. Call to register.
Contact: Scott Oune, 961-8738
GOURD CARVINGP
Where: ‘Imiloa Astronomy Cen.
When: 2 p.m. Dec. 7, 11 a.m. Dec. 8
Details: Learn the art of gourd carving from Gary Eoff. $135.
Contact: Carla Kuo, 969-9743, ckuo@imiloahawaii.org
HEALING MEDITATION
Where: VAC Niaulani Campus
When: 4-5:30 p.m. Dec. 9
Details: Medicine for the Mind, Buddhist Healing Meditation.
Contact: 967-8222, julie@volcanoartcenter.org
IMOVIE VIDEO EDITING
Where: Carvalho Park
When: 3 p.m. Dec. 11
Details: Learn to edit and produce movies using iMovie and your iPad. Call to register.
Contact: Chris Drayer, 961- 8737, drayerc001@hawaii.rr.com
UH MASTER GARDENER
Where: 875 Komohana St.
When: Starts Feb. 26
Details: Master Gardener class trains volunteers to assist home gardeners. Meets Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m.- noon through April 11. Class fee is $105. Application deadline is Dec. 15. Applications at UH Extension Office and online at www.ctahr.hawaii. edu/UHMG/EastHI/index.asp.
Contact: Andrew Kawabata, 969-8251, kawabataa@ctahr. hawaii.edu
HULA HULA BON
Where: Puna Hongwanji Mission
When: 7 p.m. June 3, 10, 17, 24; July 1
Details: Bring a towel (tenugui), a fan (uchiwa) and bachi (sticks). Class meets every Monday in June and July 1, in preparation for July 5-6 Puna Hongwanji bon dance. Open to the public; free.
Contact: 966-9981, punahongwanji@hawaiiantel.net
ONGOING
DROP-IN TECH SESSIONS
Where: Hilo Public Library
When: 10 a.m.-noon Thursday
Details: Need help downloading e-book onto iPad? Writing a resume? Setting up an email account? Get weekly help from tech-savvy volunteer. Free.
Contact: Jack Hallin, 933- 8890, librarianjack@gmail.com
BALLROOM DANCE
Where: Kamana Senior Center
When: 9 a.m. Fridays
Details: Ballroom dance for the beginner. No partner or prior experience needed; for age 55 and older. $10.
Contact: 961-8710
INTRO TO FAMILY CHILD CARE
Where: PATCH, Hilo
When: 6 p.m. Tuesdays
Details: Ten-week series began Oct. 9. Free.
Contact: Cathi Lux, 961-3169, clux@patch-hi.org
LIVE WITH CHRONIC DISEASE
Where: Aging/Disability Resource
When: 9 a.m. Tuesdays
Details: Free six-week workshop for anyone with ongoing health problem. Started Oct. 9.
Contact: Pauline, 961-8600, pauline.hcoa@hawaiiantel.net
LIVE WITH CHRONIC DISEASE
Where: 15-2866 Pahoa Village Rd.
When: 9:30 a.m. Thursdays
Details: See previous listing.
Contact: Jessie Marques, 936- 5224, krhcai@yahoo.com
PATCH INFANT/TODDLER
Where: Keaau Comm. Center
When: 6 p.m. Thursdays
Details: 10 weeks; began Oct. 11. On working with keiki, birth to age 3. Meets state licensing requirements. Free. Register.
Contact: Cathi Lux, 961-3169, clux@patch-hi.org
SHUIMO WITH EZRA ROSE
Where: E.H. Cultural Center
When: 1-3 p.m. Saturdays
Details: Intro to spontaneous Chinese painting.
Contact: Claudine, 961-5711, admin@ehcc.org
OHANA ART CLASSES
Where: E.H. Cultural Center
When: 10 a.m. Saturdays
Details: For ages 4-11; $10.
Contact: Claudine, 961-5711, admin@ehcc.org
BEGINNING QIGONG
Where: VAC Niaulani Campus
When: 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday
Details: Priya Lucas teaches Chi-lel Qigong. $66; $12 drop-in.
Contact: Julie, 967-8222, julie@volcanoartcenter.org
FRIDAY FILM MUSICALS
Where: Institute for Astronomy
When: 1 p.m. Fridays
Details: Screening, discussion; ends Nov. 16 with “My Fair Lady.” $10; P&R is sponsor.
Contact: 933-9313; 333-9850, patsy_otoole@hotmail.com
BON DANCE PRACTICE
Where: Hilo Meishoin Mission
When: 7 p.m. twice a month
Details: Tsukikage Odorikai invites all; free. Usually second/ fourth Thursday; updates at https://sites.google.com/site/tsukikageodorikai. Bring towel, fan.
Contact: Meishoin, 935-6996, tsukikageodorikai@gmail.com
KNITTING WORKSHOP
Where: P&R, 28 Shipman St., Hilo
When: 4 p.m. Tuesdays
Details: Learn to cast on/off, purl, knit stitches to create a scarf; $3/class, two/$5. Register.
Contact: Bert Mukai, 961-8706, bmukai@co.hawaii.hi.us
SKETCHING WITH CHARON
Where: P&R, 28 Shipman St.
When: 2:15-4:15 p.m. Wednesday
Details: Sketching, drawing lessons for ages 8-14. $40 for eight sessions. Call for more info, supply list or to register.
Contact: Bert Mukai, 961- 8706, bmukai@co.hawaii.hi.us
TAHITIAN DANCE
Where: Waiakea Inter. School
When: 3-3:45 p.m.
Details: For ages 11 on up, Tuesdays, Thursdays in Room PE1. $5 per class, $25 a month.
Contact: Toni Kea, 937-6477, tonikea@live.com
ZUMBA GOLD CHAIR CLASS
Where: YMCA of Hilo
When: 11 a.m.-noon MWF
Details: For all wanting seated workout; get fit, stronger.
Contact: 640-3876; YMCA, 935-3721; har_c1@yahoo.com
JOY IN MOVING
Where: HCEOC, 47 Rainbow Dr.
When: 12:30 p.m. Monday, 9 a.m. Friday (and 12:45 p.m. Wednesday at Kamana Center)
Details: Improve health, balance, flexibility; fun with music via Rosen Method. By donation.
Contact: Nory Esquivel, 640- 9536, enjoymotion@ymail.com
EASY FRENCH CLASSES
Where: E.H. Cultural Center
When: Varies
Details: Classes Monday/ Tuesday, 6-8 p.m.; Wednesday from 1-3 p.m. $15 per class.
Contact: Claudine, 961-5711, admin@ehcc.org
CINEMA CLASSES
Where: E.H. Cultural Center
When: 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays
Details: Lee Walczuk teaches animation; all ages; $10/class.
Contact: Claudine, 961-5711, admin@ehcc.org
MASK MAKING
Where: E.H. Cultural Center
When: 5:30 p.m. Thursdays
Details: Lee Walczuk teaches mask making; $10/class.
Contact: Claudine, 961-5711, admin@ehcc.org
PLAY HAND BELLS
Where: Holy Cross Church
When: 4 p.m. Thursdays
Details: Learn hand bells, chimes, rhythm, music terms, teamwork. Easy note reading required. $10/month. Register.
Contact: Fumi Maeda, 959-3526
KEIKI HULA IN VOLCANO
Where: VAC Niaulani Campus
When: 3 p.m. Fridays
Details: Hula, cultural classes with Maile Yamanaka; fee. Scholarships available.
Contact: Julie, 967-8222
PAHOA TRAINING
Where: Kupukupu Center
When: 8:15-9 a.m. Wednesday
Details: Vipassana meditation with Zen monk from Thailand. Learn to control mind. Free.
Contact: Daishin, 895-4122
TROPICAL SOUL MOVEMENT
Where: Pahoa Comm. Center
When: 10-11 a.m. Wednesdays
Details: Designed for 55+, but all invited. Low-impact, inspired by yoga, belly, African dance. Free.
Contact: Zulema Maixala, 965-7112
TROPICAL SOUL MOVEMENT
Where: Keaau Senior Center
When: 11 a.m.-noon. Fridays
Details: For age 55+ only. See previous listing for class details.
Contact: Zulema Maixala, 965-7112
GROUP SWIM LESSONS
Where: YWCA of HI Island
When: Varies
Details: Classes 3-5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, $85/month; 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays, $30/month; 25-30 minutes in solar-heated pool.
Contact: Hoku, 935-7141, aquatics@ywcahawaiiisland.org
EHCC HULA CLASSES
Where: E.H. Cultural Center
When: 4 p.m. Wednesdays
Details: With Leilehua Yuen; basic fee $40, with discounts.
Contact: Claudine, 961-5711
HAWAIIAN CULTURE
Where: Mt. View Senior Center
When: 6-8 p.m.
Details: Hula, chant, conversational Hawaiian; Tuesday- Thursday; $10-$30/month; www.halaumeleohawaii.com.
Contact: 987-1866, halau@ halaumeleohawaii.com
WESTERN LINE DANCE
Where: Hilo Elks Lodge
When: 8 p.m.
Details: Thursdays, 8-10 p.m.; open dance 9-10 p.m. No partner required; beginners welcome. Park in back.
Contact: Andy Aquino, 959- 5960, alpismo@aol.com
ZAZEN MEDITATION IN WAILEA/HAKALAU
Where: Akiko’s Buddhist B&B
When: Varies
Details: Sitting meditation from 6:45-8:20 p.m. Sundays, Mondays and Fridays, and 5:20-6:20 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays. For all levels.
Contact: Akiko Masuda, 963- 6422, msakiko@hawaii.rr.com
CAPOEIRA
Where: Hawaii CC, Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday
Details: Increase agility, strength, endurance with Afro-Brazilian martial art form; all ages.
Contact: Graceson Ghen, 934- 2700, graceson@hawaii.edu
BEGINNING AIKIDO
Where: Aikido of Hilo
When: Various times and days
Details: For all ages; nonprofit. Visit www.AikidoOfHilo.org.
Contact: 935-2454, AikidoOfHilo@HawaiianTel.net
LIFE DRAWING
Where: E.H. Cultural Center
When: 6-9 p.m. Tuesdays
Details: Students bring art supplies, pay $10 model fee.
Contact: 935-9085, info@ehcc.org
LEARN IRISH STEP DANCE
Where: YWCA of HI Island
When: 5:30 p.m. Thursdays
Details: Sarah Nash teaches.
Contact: 935-7141, ext. 211; hsumiki@ywcahawaiiisland.org
ART for DISABLED ADULTS
Where: Wailoa Center, Hilo
When: 10 a.m.-noon Tuesdays
Details: Dennis Leatherman teaches Big Island Stroke Club art classes for stroke survivors and disabled adults; $10/ month. Call 961-2825.
Contact: Shauna, AHA, 936- 6922, shauna.tuohy@heart.org
GROUP SWIM LESSONS
Where: YWCA of HI Island
When: Varies
Details: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 3-5 p.m., $85/month; Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon, $30/month.
Contact: Hoku, 935-7141, aquatics@ywcahawaiiisland.org
PERSONAL PATH TO PEACE
Where: Honokaa Buddhist Hall
When: 4 p.m. Sundays
Details: Thich Nhat Hanh Order of Interbeing. Fees.
Contact: Miles, 640-4602, info@peacedayparade.org
WADO KARATE TRAINING
Where: Sangha Hall
When: Times, dates vary
Details: M/W: 5-6 p.m. beginners, 6-7 p.m. advanced; Thursday: 5-6:30 p.m., mixed. Visitors welcome.
Contact: Craig, 987-1465
