TODAY, June 9
ART for KEIKI in Pahoa
Where: Pooki’s Bake Shop, Deli
When: 11 a.m. June 9
Details: Free hands-on arts/crafts for kids of all ages with Hopper and the Magic Bus.
Contact: Hopper, 937-6049, hopper@hoppersart.com
MONDAY, June 11
Haili Church
Vacation Bible
School
Where: Haili Congregational Church, 211 Haili St., Hilo
When: 5:30 p.m. June 11
Details: Haili VBS June 11-22, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. for keiki from age 3 to grade 9. Free; call church office to register.
Contact: Lyndy Lindsey, 935-4847, office@hailichurch.org
TUESDAY, June 12
Na Hoku Targeted Tutoring
Where: Haili Christian School
When: 9 a.m. June 12
Details: Classes on a variable schedule run for four weeks, June 12-July 13. Sign up for tutoring in math, reading and/or writing via multi-sensory instruction. Low-cost targeted instruction promotes concept success for grades 1-9. Small class sizes; let coordinators know your preferences.
Contact: Ruth Ann Santos, 937-2110, roadrunnersantos@yahoo.com
WEDNESDAY,
June 13
Storytelling with
Sandra MacLees
Where: Mt. View Public & School Library
When: 10 a.m. June 13
Details: Come and enjoy stories from around the world with Big Island storyteller. The Children’s Summer Reading Program continues, filled with fun, prizes and “dreaming big” for all ages. Free.
Contact: Carleen Corpuz, 968-2322
COMING
Parker School Summer Camp
Where: Parker School, Waimea
When: under way
Details: Various sessions run through July 27, including camps for ages 5-14 split into three age groups; arts and athletics; nature and Hawaiian culture; science and fine arts. Cost: $200 per week, with multi-week and sibling discounts; visit parkerschool.net.
Contact: Jon Vedelli, 885-6803, jvedelli@parkerschool.net
Keiki crafts
Where: Mt. View Public & School Library
When: 10 a.m. June 20
Details: Children’s Summer Reading Program creative crafts for keiki to take home. For all ages. Free.
Contact: Carleen Corpuz, 968-2322
Jungle Tales in
mountain view
Where: Mt. View Public & School Library
When: 10 a.m. June 27
Details: Children’s Summer Reading Program features artist Antonio Rocha, an internationally-acclaimed and award-winning storyteller, mime and actor from Brazil. He will take the children on “a wild trip to the jungles of Brazil and Africa.” For all ages. Free.
Contact: Carleen Corpuz, 968-2322
Music Art Session
Where: E.H. Cultural Center
When: 9 a.m.-noon July 9-13
Details: Woodworking and ceramics classes. Participants will create processional musical instruments in wood and ceramic. $150. Call for info.
Contact: Claudine, 961-5711
Japanese
Language and Culture
Where: Hilo Hongwanji
When: Starts July 30
Details: Levels 1 & 2: Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri: 2:45-3:25 p.m., Wed: 1:45-2:25 p.m. The Gakuen, Japanese language school, is for grades 1-8. Tuition: $50/month (discounts available). Apply now.
Contact: Honpa Hongwanji Hilo Betsuin, 961-6677
ONGOING
AIKIDO for GRADES 3-6
Where: Aikido of Hilo
Details: Summer Session I in June and Summer Session II in July: classes every Monday, Tuesday and Friday; $120 per session; discount for families. Kids learn to protect themselves using reconciliation, harmony and avoidance, not fighting. Call to register.
Contact: Barbara, 935-2454, AikidoOfHilo@hawaiiantel.net
AYSO YOUTH SOCCER
REGISTRATION
Where: Sports Line, Hilo
When: daily
Details: Hilo AYSO (American Youth Soccer Organization) season runs August-November for ages 4-18 on July 31. Sign up by June 15.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 959-5911, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
Hacky Sack Club
Where: Lincoln Park, Hilo
When: 2-3 p.m. Wednesdays, Saturdays
Details: Hilo Footbag Club teaches skills, tricks with hacky sack for ages 8 and up.
Contact: Janet, 969-7888, VillageToyShopHilo@gmail.com
ARTDAY SATURDAY
Where: Village Toy Shop, Hilo
When: 1-3 p.m. first and third Saturday of each month
Details: Free arts and crafts event for keiki of all ages.
Contact: Hopper, 969-7888, hopper@hoppersart.com
Free Baby
Massage
Where: 42 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Mondays
Details: Kamehameha Schools Hiilani Program classes for keiki, newborn to 8 months. Families learn massage strokes, benefits.
Contact: Napua Rosehill, 969-3883, narosehi@ksbe.edu
