Calendar for March 14
ARTS & EXHIBITS
ADVERTISING
BIG ISLAND WOODTURNERS 17TH ANNUAL EXHIBIT
Where: Wailoa Center, Wailoa State Park, 200 Piopio St., Hilo
When: 8:30 a.m. today
Details: This woodturners exhibit is free to the public and open 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday through March 27. Woodturning demonstrations also will be hosted from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. today and March 21. There also is an online auction that runs through March 27.
Contact: Doug Keown, (808) 982-5173, biwweb@gmail.com
SONGS WE LOVE TO SING
Where: First United Protestant Church, 1350 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 7:30 p.m. March 21
Details: The program is a mixed bag of opera, art, song and oratorio in various combinations: solos, duets, trios and quartets. A variety of repertoire, well-known and rarely heard pieces, in many languages and styles will be performed. Singers will be accompanied by flute, organ, piano and violin.
Contact: Gerdine Markus, (808) 935-5855
19TH ANNUAL TROPICAL PAWS
Where: Four Seasons Hualalai Resort, 72-100 Ka‘upulehu Drive, Kailua-Kona
When: 6 p.m. March 27
Details: The 19th annual Tropical Paws, Hawaii Island Humane Society’s major benefit event. Proceeds help support Hawaii Island Humane Society’s Second Chance Fund and Spay/Neuter Community Assistance Program. Tickets, which are $135 per person or $2,000 for a reserved table of 10, are available now at HIHS’s Keaau, Waimea and Kona shelters and online at www.HIHS.org.
Contact: Donna Whitaker, (808) 329-8002, exec.dir@hihs.org
HO‘OLA
Where: Kahilu Town Hall, 67-1182 Lindsey Road, Waimea
When: 9 a.m. March 28
Details: Punana Leo o Waimea Hawaiian Medium School and ‘Alo Kehau o Ka ‘Aina Mauna, a satellite school for Nawaiokalaniopu‘u Hawaiian Medium School located in Waimea, will be serving the community with our third annual Ho‘ola, a free community event filled with Na Hoku Hanohano award-winning entertainers and hula, as well as Hawaiian cultural demonstrations, keiki games, craft booths, silent auctions and food vendors.
Contact: Ivy McIntosh, (808) 294-6398, 3popoki@gmail.com
CALL FOR ENTRIES – BIG ISLAND PHOTO EXPO
Where: Hawaii Museum of Contemporary Art, 141 Kalakaua St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. April 1
Details: Previously, this was the Hawaiian Photo Expo hosted at the Wailoa Center. Download the application form from www.ehcc.org or pick one up at EHCC/HMOCA during office hours from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Applications are due April 1.
Contact: EHCC/M|HMOCA, (808) 961-5711, admin@ehcc.org
Classes
STORYTIME YOGA FOR KIDS WITH GRETCHEN ANDREWS
Where: Yoga Centered, 37 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 1:30 p.m. Sunday
Details: Cost $15. Join Gretchen Andrews, librarian and yoga instructor, for children’s storytime and yoga practice. She will be reading “Babar’s Yoga for Elephants” by Laurent De Brunhoff. Following the reading, she will lead a yoga practice geared for children from the story.
Contact: Yoga Centered, (808) 934-7233, frontdesk@yogacentered.com
TEA AND NUTRITION MONTH OBSERVED AT ‘IMILOA
Where: ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center, 600 ‘Imiloa Place, Hilo
When: 2 p.m. Sunday
Details: In honor of National Nutrition Month, experience a cream tea and chat with JoAnn Aguirre. Learn about the health benefits of drinking tea and enjoy an afternoon delight. Limited seats; charge by admission.
Contact: Front Desk, (808) 969-9703, info@imiloahawaii.org
NATURE PAINTING WITH ACRYLIC
Where: Orange Moon, 104 Keawe St., Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. Monday
Details: This class is for anyone willing to express themselves through art. Work with nature-themed subjects, using acrylic paints on canvas boards. Beginners and experts welcome. Everything is included. Bring your own water cup and apron/ painting shirt. Registration required.
Contact: Rya Horn, (808) 664-0811, Orange.moon@mail.com
AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING CLASS
Where: Laupahoehoe swimming pool, 35-2065 Government Road
When: 8:45 a.m. Monday
Details: An American Red Cross lifeguard training class offered Monday, Wednesday, Friday and March 23. Participants must be 15 years old and must pass a pre-test. The pre-test requires the participant to swim 300 yards continuously, demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing; tread water for two minutes using only the legs; starting in the water, swim 20 yards using front crawl or breaststroke; surface dive feet-first or head first, to a depth of 7-10 feet; retrieve a 10-pound object, return to surface; swim 20 yards on back with both hands holding the object and exit the water without using a ladder or steps within one minute, 40 seconds. Lifeguard Training manual and pocket mask required. Fee $75.
Contact: Mark Van Heukelem, 962-6993
BUSINESS SOLUTIONS WORKSHOP
Where: Hawaii Community College Building 379-1 Kaneikeao Room, 1175 Manono St., Hilo
When: 8:30 a.m. Tuesday
Details: Small business owners will learn at this free workshop about money savings strategies through Smart Business Central, Energy Efficient Technologies and Electric Rates and Billing Basics. Guest Speaker is David Kurohara, Hawaii Electric business and community consultant. Limited Space. Pre-registration required at www.hisbdc.org.
Contact: Lydia Santiago, 933-0776, lydia.santiago@hisbdc.org.
CAPOEIRA
Where: Orange Moon, 104 Keawe St., Hilo
When: 5:30 p.m. Tuesday
Details: Capoeira is a means of empowerment. It teaches defense combined with good humor and music that brings people together in a celebration of life. All levels of experience welcome. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Contact: Nate, (808) 664-0811, Orange.moon@mail.com
TRADITIONAL KUNG FU
Where: Orange Moon, 104 Keawe St., Hilo
When: 5:30 a.m. Wednesday
Details: Get the tools for life-long health and competent self defense with 12th generation disciple of Mantis Kung Fu coach Ryan Yanagihara. Now offering two classes a week: Adults at 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays and kids kung fu at 9 a.m. Saturdays.
Contact: Ryan Yanagihara, (808) 557-8555, Exploringtcc@gmail.com
ACRO YOGA
Where: Orange Moon, 104 Keawe St., Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. Wednesday
Details: A physical practice that combines yoga and acrobatics. Ages 7 and up.
Contact: Mary Chapman, (808) 664-0811, orange.moon@mail.com
HOW TO START A SMALL BUSINESS
Where: Hawaii Community College Building 379-1 Kaneikeao Room, 1175 Manono St., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Wednesday
Details: Participants will learn at this three-hour workshop about entrepreneurship, key ingredients for business success, steps involved in starting your own business, sources of capital and other resources for the start-up business. Fee is $25. Register online at www.hisbdc.org.
Contact: Lydia Santiago, 933-0776, lydia.santiago@hisbdc.org
WESTERN LEGISLATIVE IMPACTS ON TRADITIONAL MEDICAL PRACTICE
Where: University of Hawaii at Hilo, UCB 100, 200 W Kawili St., Hilo
When: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday
Details: Hawaii’s indigenous culture and ethnic diversity have contributed to unique laws that accommodate culturally based medical practices. Coupled with catastrophic medical events such as epidemics and leprosy, Hawaiian medical practices and needs required laws to regulate these demands. As a result, legislation has responded to the distinctive traditions of our islands. The presentation discusses the demands for laws which addressed cultural medical practices such as opium, la‘au lapa‘au and lomi lomi, as well as federal recognition of our aboriginal medical traditions.
Contact: CCECS, (808) 974-7664, ccecs@hawaii.edu
POSTPARTUM DOULA CERTIFICATION
Where: Barefoot Doctors’ Academy, 55-450 Ho‘ea Road, Hawi
When: 9 a.m. Friday
Details: This is a three-day intensive session for the Postpartum Doula Certification. Featured speakers within the program include Suzanne Arms, an accomplished author of seven books, as well as author Salle Webber and local midwife Dee Anne Domnick.
Contact: Dina Helene, (970) 275-6464, barefootmd@aol.com
MAD (MUSIC, ART, AND DANCE) HEALING FOR WOMEN
Where: Universal Unitarian, 15-1791 14th St., Hawaiian Paradise Park
When: 10 a.m. Friday
Details: A four-month experiential creativity workshop series for women only. Three-hour sessions with potluck. Early registration discount cost is $130 for 16 sessions; $40 for four sessions in a row; $15 drop-in.
Contact: PoHAKU aPO Productions, (808) 333-4802, pohakuapo@outlook.com
REIKI LEVEL I CERTIFICATION WEEKEND WORKSHOP
Where: Halai Healing Place, 75-5737 Kuakini Highway, Kailua-Kona
When: 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. March 21-22
Details: Learn an ancient healing art passed down through the sacred tradition of the Usui Method of Natural Healing to heal yourself and others. Cost is $350 plus tax. No experience necessary. Pre-registration required. Limited space available.
Contact: LaRen Kristen, (808) 987-6010, LaRen@HalaiHealingPlace.com
A-MAZING TRIANGLE BOOK WORKSHOP
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 9 a.m. March 21
Details: Join instructor Charlene Asato for this three-hour workshop. Cost is $35 for VAC non-members and $32 for members, plus a $10 supply fee. Attendees of the “A-Mazing Triangle Workshop” will spend the morning creating triangular books. They’ll also learn different ways to turn a single piece of paper into triangular pages. Students will also get to explore various maze patterns that result in remarkable sculpture books.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, (808) 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
Clubs
NATIONAL ACTIVE AND RETIRED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES (NARFE) MONTHLY MEETING
Where: Kamana Senior Center, Room 2, Kamana Street off Kinoole, Hilo
When: 1 p.m. Saturday
Details: NARFE meets the second Saturday of each month for the purpose of protecting earned benefits. Come with the brown bag lunch at noon and enjoy before the meeting.
Contact: Bob Arthurs, 966-6141, bbarthurs@me.com
HAWAII CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN RHODODENDRON SOCIETY
Where: Keaau Community Center, behind the police station, Keaau
When: Noon Sunday
Details: Potluck at noon Business meeing at 1 p.m. J.B. Friday will speak about rapid ohia death (ROD) Everyone welcome
Contact: Richard Rhodes, (808) 443-4560, ronnierichard@att.net
BIG ISLAND WATER GARDEN CLUB
Where: Keaau Community Center, behind police station, Keaau
When: 7 p.m. Tuesday
Details: Monthly meeting with demonstration by club member BJ Joyner of baskets for water plants. Public welcome. Mini-auction concludes meeting.
Contact: Karen, 935-5357
HILO TOASTMASTERS
Where: Office building, 614 Kilauea Ave., Hilo
When: 12:10 p.m. Tuesday
Details: Men and women join our self-paced program and boost your public speaking and leadership potential. It’s fun, supportive and affordable. Ongoing every Tuesday. Evening meetings at 5:30 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays of the month.
Contact: NJ Moses, (808) 769-4076, dntmoses@msn.com
HILO PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB MEETING
Where: Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana St., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Wednesday
Details: Photographer Jesse Tunison will talk about ways to amplify the production value of photography through retouching, airbrushing and color editing. He will address how these three things can set you apart from other photographers and help create a distinct visual style. Also on this evening, HPC member Lynn Nakkim will present her “Natural Photography” slideshow. No charge and the public is welcome.
Contact: Mary Goodrich, (808) 985-7487, mary@hawaiiphotoretreat.com
BIG ISLAND OSTOMY GROUP
Where: Hilo Medical Center cafeteria, 1190 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 11 a.m. March 21
Details: Meet new friends to share experiences and provide mutual support in an environment that’s friendly and safe. Meets monthly on the third Saturday. Open to all ostomates, pre-ostomy patients, caregivers, interested medical professionals and the general public.
Contact: Sandy Wright, 339-7640, Sandywr@comcast.net
DOLL CLUB OF EAST HAWAII
Where: Keaau Senior Center, Pilimua Street, behind the police station, Keaau
When: 11 a.m. March 21
Details: Meetings are the third Saturday of each month. Join us for pot luck, show and tell of dolls and prizes. Bring your favorite dolls. Annual fees are $12.
Contact: Sylvia Gonzalez, 982-9865, maroonorchid@yahoo.com
SOLO AUTOCROSS — SPORTS CAR CLUB OF AMERICA
Where: Panaewa Dragstrip Go-Kart Track, Hilo
When: 7:30 a.m. March 22
Details: The Big Island of Hawaii Region SCCA will host PAX/RTP Championship Event No. 3. The all-day event is open to spectators and competitors. Come out and watch, ride along with competitors or race your own car. Classifications exist for most street vehicles. Register online at www.motorsportreg.com.
Contact: Tim Minick, (808) 896-1333
ORCHIDLAND COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Where: Ainaloa, Long House, Ainaloa Boulevard, Keaau
When: 8:30 a.m. March 21
Details: On the agenda is consideration of the petition to remove five of the existing six board members.
Contact: Ricky Turner, 934-7738, support@orchidland.org
DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION
Where: West Hawaii Civic Center, Building A, 74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway, Kailua-Kona
When: 10 a.m. March 21
Details: This is a regular meeting of the Hawaii Loa Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution. Marcia Brinkley, DAR member and U.S. Army major (retired), will present “Honoring the Roles of Women in War.” Lunch following the meeting will be at the Harbor House Restaurant. Open to the public.
Contact: Mary Ellen C. Smith, (808) 322-6870, mellencs@aol.com
KAMANA SENIOR SOCIAL DANCE CLUB
Where: Kamana Senior Recreation Center, 127 Kamana St., Hilo
When: 5:30 p.m. March 21
Details: Kamana Senior Social St. Patrick’s Day Dance. Bring a pupu to share, wear some “green” and bring your dancing shoes. Cost is $12 for annual membership dues and non-members for $3.
Contact: Suzanne Hutchins, (808) 640-2340, firecracker2340@outlook.com
Health
HEALTHY EATING PATTERNS
Where: Aging and Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 9:30 a.m. today
Details: Presentation by dietitian Alice Suncloud on “Healthy Eating Patterns” and various dietary plans. Limited seating. Call to reserve seat.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com
YOU AND YOUR MEDICATION
Where: Aging and Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 10:45 a.m. today
Details: Miles Nakatsu, pharmacist at Ululani Pharmacy, will speak about medications, storage, following prescriptions and safety. Limited seating. Call to reserve a seat.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com
JAPANESE YOGA VINYASA FLOW
Where: Orange Moon, 104 Keawe St., Hilo
When: 11 a.m. today
Details: A flowing Vinyasa practice, with attention to breath, movement and your heart. Level 1 class is 75 min. Taught in Japanese.
Contact: Eika, (808) 664-0811, Orange.moon@mail.com
HEALTHY HABITS FOR A HEALTHIER YOU
Where: Aging and Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: Noon today
Details: Presentation includes “Healthy Habits for a Healthier You” is designed for individuals of any age looking for information about ways to age as well as possible. Limited seating. Call to reserve a seat.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com
10 WARNING SIGNS OF DEMENTIA
Where: Aging and Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 1 p.m. today
Details: Alzheimer’s Association will explain the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, reversible and irreversible dementia and the stages, warning signs, treatments and risk factors. Limited seating. Call to reserve.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com
CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
Where: Hawaii Island Adult Care, 34 Rainbow Drive, Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Thursday
Details: Support group for caregivers who provide assistance to someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. If you help someone who suffers from forgetfulness, please attend. Alzheimer’s Association will provide information and support. Free respite service available. Third Thursday of each month.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com
KUNDALINI YOGA
Where: Orange Moon, 104 Keawe St., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Thursday
Details: Kundalini yoga is called the “Yoga of Awareness.” In Kundalini yoga, you harness the mental, physical and nervous energies of the body and put them under the domain of the will, which is the instrument of the soul.
Contact: Corinne, (808) 664-0811, Orange.moon@mail.com
QI GONG
Where: Orange Moon, 104 Keawe St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Thursday
Details: Qi gong is an ancient Chinese artform involving moving meditation with slow flowing movements, deep rhythmic breathing and a calm state of mind.
Contact: Micah, (808) 664-0811, orange.moon@mail.com
JIVAMUKTI YOGA
Where: Orange Moon, 104 Keawe St., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Friday
Details: Jivamukti yoga is the practice of asana becoming more than mere physical exercise to keep one’s body fit or to increase strength and flexibility; it becomes a way to improve one’s relationship to all beings and thus lead to enlightenment. An open class supported by chanting, breath awareness, asanas, flowing Vinyasa sequences, alignment exploration, hands-on assistance, spiritual teachings, relaxation and meditation.
Contact: Banka, (808) 664-0811, Orange.moon@mail.com
“STILL ALICE” MOVIE
Where: Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Friday and March 22-24
Details: “Still Alice” is playing at the Palace Theater. Alzheimer’s Association will have an information table at the Palace for all showings.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com
Just for Keiki
ALOHA SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Where: Orange Moon, 104 Keawe St., Hilo
When: 3:30 p.m. Monday
Details: A new music school on the Big Island offering private and group lessons in voice, guitar ukulele and piano to music lovers of all ages.
Contact: Mama Ish, (808) 688-8187, Orange.moon@mail.com
SPRING INTERSESSION AT BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF THE BIG ISLAND
Where: Various locations
When: 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
Details: Looking for fun and educational activities for your child during Spring break? Sign up at one of the Boys & Girls Club of the Big Island club sites in Hilo, Keaau, Pahoa, Hamakua or Pahala. Cost is $75 per child; $65 for each additional sibling (plus $10 if child is not a current BGCBI member). Daily rate is $20 per child (specify days when registering).
Contact: Josh Campbell, 961-5536, josh@bgcbi.org
AN ARTFUL SPRING
Where: Malamalama Waldorf School in HPP, 15-1834 Makuu Drive, Keaau
When: 8 a.m. Monday
Details: This week-long day camp for children ages 6-12 offers many arts and crafts, movement for large muscles and fine motor skills, different daily themes, sensory-rich exploration and much more. Please provide a lunch everyday; snacks and drinks will be provided. Cost is $125 with a $10 registration fee.
Contact: Janet, (808) 982-7701, info@hawaiiwaldorf.org
SUPER SPRING BREAK ENRICHMENT
Where: Panaewa, 100 Ohuohu St., Hilo
When: 8 a.m. Monday
Details: Na Pua No‘eau, Center for Gifted and Talented Native Hawaiian Children, invites students in grades K-12 for a week of “N-R-Gizing” through fun activities of tennis, volleyball, dance, nutrition and art. Pre-registration required. Limited space available. Free.
Contact: Toni Mallow, 974-7678, mallow@hawaii.edu
SKEA SPRING ART CAMP
Where: SKEA, Mamalahoa Highway, Honaunau
When: 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday through Friday
Details: This camp theme is “Global Exploration” and open for children ages 6-11. “Early Bird Special” discount if registering by Monday, and scholarships available.
Contact: Donna Stiles, (808) 328-9392, skea@hawaii.rr.com
FREEDOM PEOPLE CHILDREN’S THEATRE
Where: Orange Moon, 104 Keawe St., Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. Tuesday
Details: A program designed to nurture children’s talent for accessing and expressing their emotional and social views through drama games and performance. Recommended for children ages 4-14; kids of all ages welcome.
Contact: Matt, (808) 664-0811, Orange.moon@mail.com
AYSO YOUTH SOCCER HILO SPRING REGISTRATION
Where: SportsLine, 417 Kalaniokoa St., Hilo
When: Noon on Wednesday
Details: Hilo AYSO (American Youth Soccer Organization) season is April through June. Must be 4-18 years old by April 4. Registration forms for new players at SportsLine and Life Care Center of Hilo Social Service Department. Online registration available at www.eayso.org. Cost is $60. Still room on some teams.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com
KIDS YOGA DANCE
Where: Orange Moon, 104 Keawe St., Hilo
When: 3:30 p.m. Wednesday
Details: Nourish your child’s connection, joyful momentum, imagination, balance, calmness and play. Open to kids of all ages. Cost is $10 for drop-in or $40 for five classes.
Contact: Dana Premanandi, (203) 644-3756, orange.moon@mail.com
BISAC’S SPLASH BASH
Where: Panaewa park and gym, 100 Ohuohu St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. March 21
Details: The free event will feature waterslides and water activities all day, including a water balloon battle at 1 p.m. and special guest Augie T. with his nonprofit organization B.R.A.V.E. (Be Respectful and Value Everyone) Hawaii. Special activities will include arm wrestling and MAS wrestling by Resolution Gym and Powered by Buddah, as well an aikido demonstration by Aikido of Hilo and a lot of other keiki activities.
Contact: Pam Deniz, 969-9994, Pamella.Deniz@bisac.com
Pau Hana
WINE AND CHEESE TASTING
Where: Hilo Womans Club, 7 Lele St., Hilo
When: 4 p.m. Saturday
Details: Enjoy the fine wine, pupus, a wide variety of palate-pleasing cheeses, plus musical entertainment by JazzX2 and a silent auction. All proceeds are returned to the community. Tickets are available for a $25 donation and may be obtained at the event, but as seating is limited, get yours now from a member or by calling the clubhouse.
Contact: Hilo Woman’s Club, (808) 935-9838, womansclubhilo@gmail.com
COMMUNITY CONTRA DANCE
Where: Dance Pavilion, 7 Noni Farm Road, Pahoa
When: 5:30 p.m. Saturday
Details: Everyone welcome. No experience necessary as all dances will be taught and called. Lively and fun. The band will be The New Lost Puna Ramblers, with Mark calling. Playing Irish jigs & reels and old-time tunes, featuring fiddle, mandolin, penny whistle, flute and guitar. $5 suggested donation. Alcohol & drug free event.
Contact: Oshi Simsarian, (808) 965-8685, fiddlingdream@gmail.com
ST. PATRICK’S DAY BUFFET AND IRISH ENTERTAINMENT
Where: Crater Rim Cafe & Lava Lounge, 99-252 Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 5 p.m. Tuesday
Details: “May the luck of the Irish be with you” as you dine on our corned beef and cabbage, lamb stew, shepherd’s pie and more. Live music and Irish dancing from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Contact: Piilani Galdones, 967-8356, marketing@kmc-volcano.com
SPAGHETTI DINNER & BINGO
Where: Fraternal Order of Eagles, 16-111 Opukahaia St., Keaau
When: 6 p.m. Friday
Details: enjoy an all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner with your choice of meat or veggie sauce. Includes garlic bread, salad, desserts and coffee. Bingo is played with multiple winners each game. Prizes are grocery items. Other beverages available by donation.
Contact: Lucy Moody, 965-9114, lucyinpahoa@hotmail.com
Performances
“LADY BE GOOD: INSTRUMENTAL WOMEN IN JAZZ”
Where: Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. today
Details: In celebration of Women’s History Month. The documentary concentrates on the contributions of American women instrumentalists in jazz from the early 1920s to the 1970s, and the development and the extent of the all-women jazz groups. Q&A with director Kay D. Ray. Dancing to live jazz in the lobby after the movie.
Contact: Sheron Bee, (808) 934-7010, info@hilopalace.com
“WOMEN IN JAZZ — YESTERDAY AND TODAY”
Where: Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. today
Details: A new documentary film presented by the filmmaker and followed by dancing in the lobby to the all-star, all-female jazz band MINX. Tickets are $12 general admission, $9 for seniors and $7 for students with ID.
Contact: Friends of the Palace Theater and UH-Hilo Women’s Studies Program, 934-7010, hal@halglatzer.com
“LIANE CARROLL IN CONCERT” PRESENTED BY HAWAII PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL
Where: Four Seasons Hualalai Resort, 100 Kaupulehu Drive, Kailua-Kona
When: 5 p.m. Sunday
Details: “Liane Carroll in Concert,” plus our fabulous silent auction at the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai. The award-winning English jazz phenomonen brings her soulful renditions of the classics to Hawaii Island audiences.
Contact: Genette Freeman, (808) 333-7378, gfreeman@hawaiipaf.org
AUDITIONS FOR “HAWAII CALLS”
Where: Lutheran Church, 595 Kapiolani St., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Friday
Details: Open auditions for a re-creation of the famous radio show “Hawaii Calls.” Seeking singers, instrumental soloists and modern-era hula dancers who love hapa-haole English/Hawaiian songs.
Contact: Hal Glatzer, 895-4816, hal@halglatzer.com
MARK YAMANAKA
Where: Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. March 21
Details: Winner of nine Na Hoku Hanohano Awards, Mark Yamanaka’s engaging falsetto, amazing yodeling and all around “Hilo” style sound is something you can’t miss.
Contact: Sheron Bee, (808) 934-7010, info@hilopalace.com
AUDITIONS FOR “HAWAII CALLS”
Where: Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. March 21
Details: Open auditions for a re-creation of the famous radio show “Hawaii Calls.” Seeking singers, instrumental soloists and modern-era hula dancers who love hapa-haole English/Hawaiian songs.
Contact: Hal Glatzer, 895-4816, hal@halglatzer.com
All Kine Stuffs
VFW POST 3830 COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
Where: VFW Post 3830, 15-775 Maluhia Road, Nanawale Estates, Pahoa
When: 9 a.m. Sunday
Details: Ham or bacon, scrambled eggs, hash browns, biscuits and gravy, fruit salad, coffee and tea will be served. Cost is $6 donation with children 6 and younger free.
Contact: Ed Taylor, 965-7032, sheridangn@msn.com
RBI 18U SOFTBALL TRYOUTS
Where: Carvalho Park, Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 2 p.m. Sunday
Details: RBI 18U is having tryouts for its travel team to the RBI Regional in Los Angeles. Girls will be put through all aspects of the game — fielding, hitting, base running and team work. Please bring glove, cleats, helmet and bat.
Contact: Coach Tracy Miyashiro, (808) 936-3681.
PAHOA VFW COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
Where: VFW Post 3830, 15-775 Maluia Road, Nanawale Estates, Pahoa
When: 9 a.m. Sunday
Details: Ham or bacon, scrambled eggs, hash browns, biscuits and gravy, fruit salad, coffee and tea will be served. Cost is $6 donation, with children 6 and younger free.
Contact: Ed Taylor, 965-7032, sheridangn@msn.com
THE ONENESS CENTER OFFERS A NONDENOMINATION SERVICE
Where: The Oneness Center-Mountain View, 17-7946 N. Kulani Road
When: 10:30 a.m. Sunday
Details: A nondenomination gathering (love offering).
Contact: Dennis B Soares, (808) 345-1800, dennis_soares@hotmail.com
BIRTHKEEPERS OF HAWAII
Where: Orange Moon, 104 Keawe St., Hilo
When: Noon on Monday
Details: Informational gatherings and talk-story groups for women interested in gentle and natural birth. Midwives and doulas will be present to offer services for continuous emotional, physical, informational and spiritual support to mothers prenatally, during birth and in the family’s postpartum time.
Contact: Prisilla, (808) 664-0811, orange.moon@mail.com
VULCAN BOOSTERS LUNCHEON
Where: Coquis Hideaway Restaurant, Kamehameha Avenue, Hilo
When: Noon on Tuesday
Details: Guest speakers will be the coaches of the University of Hawaii at Hilo men’s and women’s tennis teams along with a player from each team. The public is invited to attend. Lunch is $15.
Contact: Ed Torrison, (808) 987-3215, edtorrison@gmail.com
MAY 18TH IS THE FIRST-EVER NATIONAL THERAPY ANIMAL DAY!
Where: Hilo
When: 2 p.m. Wednesday
Details: Therapy animals and their handlers visit people in hospitals, care homes, schools and other facilities, and have been proven to provide many benefits to all involved. Currently, Dr. Carl Oguss of the East Hawaii Dog Psychology Center is training a class of volunteers to become certified visitation teams. This 10-week course is provided free and will be offered again soon. To register, contact Oguss at PO Box 11430, Hilo, HI 96721.
Contact: Carl Oguss, 933-9763, easthawaiidogpsychologycenter@yahoo.com
MAYOR’S COMMITTEE ON PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES MEETING
Where: Aging and Disability Resource Center Training Room, 1055 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Wednesday
Details: Open to the public. Agenda will be posted on the county website.
Contact: S. Arriola, 961-8600
MERIT APPEALS BOARD (MAB) MEETING
Where: Department of Human Resources Conference Room, 101 Pauahi St., Suite 2, Hilo
When: 11 a.m. Wednesday
Details: Approval of minutes, unfinished business and director’s report-items of current interest.
Contact: Glynis Yamada, 961-8361
ALOHA FRIDAY ON THE PORCH
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 11 a.m. Friday
Details: Long-time Puna residents Tyson and Cathy Black demonstrate the ease of coconut leaf weaving. This is a free event; however, park entrance fees might apply.
Contact: Desiree Cruz, (808) 967-7565, volcanohula@gmail.com
PATCH RUMMAGE SALE FUNDRAISER
Where: Hilo PATCH office, 26 Waianuenue Ave.
When: 7 a.m. March 21
Details: People Attentive to Children (PATCH) currently is accepting donations to add to the sale.
Contact: Meshell Barron, (808) 238-3464, mbarron@patch-hi.org
BONSAI SHOW & WORKSHOP
Where: Hilo Public Library, 300 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. March 21
Details: Curious about the art of bonsai? Join the Ohana Lehua Bonsai Club for a bonsai show and hands-on workshops. Stay for workshops and learn about caring for bonsai and go home with a free tree. Two beginner workshops from 10-11 a.m. and 1-2 p.m. Classes are limited to 10 participants each. Sign-up required. This is a free event.
Contact: Hilo Public Library, 933-8890
PATCH RUMMAGE SALE FUNDRAISER
Where: PATCH office, 26 Waianuenue Ave, Downtown Hilo
When: 7 AM March 21, 2015
Details: People Attentive to Children (PATCH) is having a Rummage Sale Fundraiser taking place on March 21st from 7am-12pm at the Hilo PATCH office. Items include: Lots of baby/children’s/teen clothes, furniture, toys Women/Men clothes, shoes, hats, bags, purses Lots of household items Crafts items and more!
Contact: Meshell Barron, 808-238-3464, mbarron@patch-hi.org
HILO HABITAT RESTORE SHIPMAN PARK WAREHOUSE SALE
Where: Shipman Park, 16 Li‘ili‘i St., Keaau
When: 9 a.m. March 21
Details: Sale items include doors, metal and wood shelving, display racks and cases, file cabinets, windows, wood barrels, baskets, boxes, lighting, mannequins, tables, desks and much more. All sales are final and there are no holds. Cash only.
Contact: Christine Osterwalder, (808) 895-4987, christine@hilohabitat.org
KAKO‘O I NA KEIKI: SLIPPER DRIVE
Where: KTA Super Stores, 50 E. Puainako St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. March 21
Details: Collecting slippers for keiki in need. All slippers and monies collected will be donated to elementary schools islandwide.
Contact: Kelcie Kohara, (808) 969-3236, kelcie@hiuw.org