TODAY, April 14
dAV Puna Chapter #9 Meeting
Where: Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home, 1180 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 11 a.m. Saturday, April 14
Details: This month’s meeting od the Disabled American Veterans will be for elections of new chapter officers and to discuss more about convention coming up in June in Oahu.
Contact: Keoni Delacruz, 640-9779, cruz32@hawaii.edu
NARFE Monthly Meeting
Where: Kamana Senior Center, Room 2, Kamana Street, Hilo
When: 1 p.m. Saturday, April 14
Details: The National Association of Current and Retired Federal Employees meet once a month as an advocacy group to protect our earned benefits. Hear how you can help protect your earned benefits. Our speaker this month will give a presentation on her travels to Greece. Contact: Bob Arthurs, 966 6141, bobarthurs@earthlink.net
HILO ORCHID SOCIETY POTTING SESSION
Where: Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana St., Hilo
When: 2 p.m. Sunday, April 14
Details: This month, past president Karen Kimmerle will lead a potting session to answer questions about potting. Presenters will repot plants while you look on to see how it’s done. A variety of plants will be covered. The public is welcome to all Hilo Orchid Society general meetings. Contact: Sheryl Rawson, 333-1852, hiloorchidshow@gmail.com
SUNDAY, April 15
Hamakua Lions Club Chuckwagon Breakfast
Where: Honokaa High School Cafeteria
When: 6:10 a.m. Sunday, April 15
Details: Pancake, scrambled eggs, hot dogs, barbecue meat, fruit, coffee and cocoa, and juice on menu. Tickets $5. Special take-out line available. Proceeds to benefit many of the community projects we sponsor. Tickets available from members or contact Maurice Kaneshiro 775-9763 or 896-1121.
Contact: Maurice Kaneshiro, 775-9763 or 896-1121, mkaneshiro003@hotmail.com
MONDAY, April 16
Hawaii Chapter #1 Order of the Eastern Star
Where: Masonic Lodge, 335 Wailuku Drive, Hilo
When: 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 16 Details: Our stated meeting is held monthly on the third Monday, except July and August when we are dark, and on the second Monday of December. Sisters and brothers are welcome to visit.
Contact: Barbara Glaspey, 966-8313 or 756-4970, barbieglaspey8@msn.com
TUESDAY, April 17
BIG ISLAND WATER GARDEN CLUB
Where: Keaau Community Center, behind Police Station
When: 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 17
Details: Monthly meeting and a Q&A session on your water garden. Public welcome. Mini auction ends meeting.
Contact: Bob Peck, president, 965-5375
WEDNESDAY, April 18
Hilo Photography Club
Where: Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana St., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 18
Details: This meeting will feature “Buddhist Pilgrimages” presented by Yoshiko Okuyama. Folios will be shown by members who participated in the folios mentoring program after presentation. New to photography? Come see how the club can help. Visit hilophotoclub.org.
Contact: Steve Godzsak, 969-1035
FRIDAY, April 20
East Hawaii Conscious Business Network
Where: Hokulani’s, Keaau Shopping Center, Keaau
When: 3 p.m. Friday, April 20
Details: Featured speaker Cymber Lily Quinn will present “Becoming a Beacon of Conscious Business.” Quinn will take you through a four-step process that will help you understand what makes customers tick. If you are in Kona please, contact Barb Garcia at 329-1711. EHCBN meets the third Friday of every month. Cost is $10 includes pupus and beverage. To register visit: www.wix.com/cardensherri8/Conscious-Business-Group
Contact: Sherri Carden, 982-7252, sherricarden@ymail.com
Eagles Spaghetti Dinner & Bingo
Where: Fraternal Order of Eagles, 16-111 Opukahia St., Keaau
When: 6 p.m. Friday, April 20 Details: An “all-you-eat” event with your choice of meat or veggie sauce. Dinner includes spaghetti, garlic bread, salad, desserts and coffee for a low price. Other beverages available by donation. Bingo is played Eagles Style for prizes. Contact: Karne Snare, 238-0518, mrandmrsfixit@hotmail.com
ONGOING
Hilo Toastmasters Club 248
Where: Church of The Holy Cross, 440 West Lanikaula St.
When: 12:10-1:10 p.m. Tuesdays Details: Boost leadership potential and improve public speaking skills with Toastmasters International’s self-paced program. Club helps participants build confidence and meet goals. Guests welcome. Visit http://www.hilotoastmasters.com.
Contact: NJ Moses, 769-4076, dntmoses@msn.com
THE GUILD OF GAMES
Where: UH Hilo Hale Kehau Dorms Lounge, 200 W Kawili Ave., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Fridays
Details: The Guild of Games Club has Friday Night Magic the gathering events, casual play, and board games every Friday. Events are casual; tournaments start at 5:30 p.m. CVisit the group’s Facebook page for more information.
Contact: Mark at 961-1795, toys4UHilo@gmail.com
LEARN the ART of FENCING
Where: Mountain View
When: 5-8 p.m. Thursdays
Details: Join the Hawaii Island Fencing Club and learn the art. Newcomers and spectators welcome. No experience necessary. Contact: Gayle Chavez at 985-8702, or Merle Gornick at 968-2000, or email hawaiifencing@gmail.com
Weekly Bridge
Where: Ocean View Club, 92-8509 King Kamehameha Boulevard, Ocean View
When: 1 p.m. Sundays Details: Good food, good friends and the challenge of a duplicate bridge game every Sunday. Help is available for new players. Call Pat Bauman at 808-375-6821 if you need a partner.
Contact: Susan Brown, 808-375-6821, stbrown@hawaii.edu
HILO BRIDGE CLUB
Where: Eagles Club in Keaau
When: 12:30 p.m. Sundays, 12:15 p.m. Wednesdays
Details: Good food, good friends and the challenge of a duplicate bridge game every Sunday and Wednesday. Call if you need a partner. Help is available for new players.
Contact: Harry or Robin, 965-1391, hilobridgeclub@yahoo.com
Big Island Comedy Group
Where: TBD, Hilo
When: 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays Details: Big Island Comedy Group is regrouping. Please call or e-mail us if you are interested in participating at our new location!
Contact: Sherri Carden, 982-7252, sherricarden@ymail.com
COMING
Conscious Business Group
Where: Hokulani’s Keaau Shopping Center, Keaau Shopping Center
When: 3 p.m. Friday, May 11
Details: Join us to share your conscious business. Network to improve people, planet and prosperity. Meets the second Friday of every month. $10 includes pupus and beverage. To register visit: www.wix.com/cardensherri8/Conscious-Business-Group.
Contact: Sherri Carden, 990-6838, sherricarden@ymail.com
