TODAY, March 2
MAKE BOOKS!
Where: Volcano Art Center, Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road
When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. March 2
Details: “Make Books!” with Lisa Louise Adams in this half-day workshop and learn to make a hard-cover accordion book and also two soft-cover books. Cost $35/$31.50 VAC members plus $10 supply fee. Call to reserve your space.
Contact: Julie Callahan, 967- 8222, julie@volcanoartcenter.org
MONDAY, March 4
HULA HULA BON
Where: Puna Hongwanji Mission
When: 7 p.m. March 4
Details: Bring towel (tenugui), fan (uchiwa) and bachi (sticks). Class meets first and third Mondays (upcoming: March 18; April 1, 15; May 6, 20). After that, class meets every Monday in June and on July 1, in preparation for July 5-6 Puna Hongwanji bon dance. Open to public; free.
Contact: 966-9981, punahongwanji@hawaiiantel.net
BEGINNER’S YOGA WITH ROB KENNEDY
Where: VAC Niaulani Campus
When: 5:30 p.m. March 4
Details: Beginner’s Yoga With Rob Kennedy. A gentle, comprehensive yoga practice suited to all levels of experience but aimed specifically at beginners or people resuming their practice after an injury or interruption. Slow-paced but with an emphasis on individual growth. Ongoing on Mondays. $5 per class.
Contact: Julie Callahan, 967-8222
TUESDAY, March 5
‘WRITING EFFECTIVE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS’
Where: UH-Hilo Writing Center, first floor of library
When: 5 p.m. March 5
Details: The American Association of University Women Hilo Branch is offering this scholarship application writing skills workshop which is open to all students and has general application for any scholarship. It will include startegies for improving skills in developing a personal statement. All UHH and community college students welcome. Free.
Contact: Phyllis Robinson, 896-9784, plrobinson54@ gmail.com
ONGOING
RED CROSS NURSE ASSISTANT TRAINING
Where: Hilo and Kona
When: through March
Details: The American Red Cross is offering several Certified Nurse Assistant Training — in classroom and online formats — to prepare student for Hawaii State Nurse Assistant Competency Exam. Times and locations vary. To register, go to www.redcross.org or call (808) 739-8131 or 8123.
Contact: Stephanie Alfonso, 808-739-8123, Stephanie. Alfonso@redcross.org
YOGA WITH EMILY CATEY
Where: VAC Niaulani Campus
When: Class times, days vary
Details: Emily Catey leads this gentle and peaceful class. The focus is on stretching and releasing both physical and mental tension. Classes Monday at 7:30 a.m., Tuesday and Thursday at 5:30 p.m., open to both beginning and intermediate students. Cost is $10; www.volcanoartcenter.org.
Contact: Julie Callahan, 967- 8222, julie@volcanoartcenter.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
BEGINNING AIKIDO
Where: Aikido of Hilo
When: Various times and days
Details: All ages; nonprofit. Visit www.AikidoOfHilo.org.
Contact: 935-2454
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 art classes for stroke survivors and disabled adults; $10/month. Call 961-2825.
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
THE ART OF FENCING
Where: Mountain View Gym
When: 5-8 p.m. Thursdays
Details: Hawaii Island Fencing Club invites everyone.
Contact: Gayle Chavez, 985- 8702; Merle Gornick, 968-2000
HAN SHI YI CHUAN
Where: Ainaloa Longhouse
When: 6 p.m. Wednesdays
Details: Internal Kung Fu with teacher certified in China.
Contact: Glenn Pasion, 989- 9635, ckthetruth@hotmail. com
ZUMBA GOLD
Where: Sangha Hall, Hilo
When: 5-6 p.m. Tuesdays
Details: Sponsored by Honpa Hongwanji Board of Buddhist Education. $5/$4 class.
Contact: BJ Soriano, 961-6677, bjsoriano@hilobetsuin.org
ALOHA FRIDAYS
Where: VAC Gallery, HVNP
When: 11 a.m. Fridays
Details: Free hands-on lesson in a cultural craft.
Contact: Julie, 967-8222, julie@volcanoartcenter.org
YOGA FOR SENIORS
Where: Keaau/Pahoa community centers
When: Times vary
Details: Call for details.
Contact: Luna Sophia, 333- 9680, foundation4yoga@ yahoo.com; YMCA, 935-3721
KENDO
Where: Waiakea Rec Center
When: 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 9-11 a.m. Saturdays
Details: Japanese fencing open to all ages; $10/month.
Contact: Charlie, 935-1831, kobukan.kendo@gmail.com
BICC FREE CHESS CLASS
Where: Puueo Comm. Center
When: 9:15 a.m. most Saturdays
Details: Big Island Chess Club offers free chess class with a chess master. Call for details.
Contact: Bob Akamine, 935- 0364, bobpobox@gmail.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
HULA ARTS AT KILAUEA
Where: VAC Gallery
When: 10:30-11:20 a.m. last Saturday of month
Details: Hula kahiko informance with kumu Leilehua Yuen, Manu Josiah. Hands-on cultural demos, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at gallery.
Contact: Julie, 967-8222, julie@volcanoartcenter.org
BLUES & SWING DANCE
Where: Church of Holy Cross
When: 7-9 p.m. Thursdays
Details: Mini-lesson; DJ’d by Hilo Hep Cats. $5/$3.No partner, experience necessary.
Contact: Andrea, 959-8216, hilohepcats@gmail.com
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
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
KOBUDO TAIKO TRAINING
Where: Boy Scout Headquarters, 580 Stainback Highway, Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Sundays
Details: Ongoing training Sundays, from 10 a.m. to noon. $5 monthly. Open to all, age 10 through adults. New members welcome. Come and check it out. Individuals wishing to attend are asked to call in advance.
Contact: Milton Yafuso, 430- 4044, miltonyafuso@hotmail.com
HAWAII WADO KARATE
Where: Sangha Hall, 424 Kilauea Ave., Hilo
When: Varies
Details: Traditional Japanese Wado Karate training. Monday and Wednesday, 5-6 p.m., beginners class, 6-7 p.m., advanced class; Thursday, 5-6:30 p.m., mixed class. Visit www.hwka.blogspot.com.
Contact: Craig, 987-1465
P&R SENIOR CHI KUNG
Where: Pahoa Senior Center
When: Varies
Details: Healing meditation in movement taught in the traditional Chinese way. Mondays 9-10 a.m. and Thursdays 1-2 p.m. By donation.
Contact: Patti, 965-2705, safialoha@yahoo.com
