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Arts & Exhibits

Arts & Exhibits

FRIDAY, Aug. 21

NI‘IHAU SHELL LEI WORKSHOP BY KELE KANAHELE

Where: Lyman Museum, 276 Haili St., Hilo

When: 10 a.m. Friday and Saturday

Details: Authentic Ni’ihau shell jewelry making using the Helikonia and pikake styles. Two workshops.

Contact: Gladys Suzuki, 935-5021, education@lymanmuseum.org

COMING

NATIONAL DRIVE ELECTRIC WEEK – ELECTRIC CAR SHOW

Where: Hilo Home Depot, 380 E. Makaala St., Hilo

When: 10 a.m. Sept. 12

Details: See the Tesla Model S, Chevy Volt, Nissan LEAF and other electric cars. Learn about the benefits from owners. Free.

Contact: Noel Morin, Big Island EV Association, 987 7428, nmorin99@yahoo.com

NATIONAL DRIVE ELECTRIC WEEK – ELECTRIC CAR SHOW – KOHALA

Where: The Shops at Mauna Lani, 68-1330 Mauna Lani Drive, Waimea

When: 10 a.m. Sept. 19

Details: See the Tesla Model S, Chevy Volt, Nissan LEAF and other electric cars. Learn about the benefits from owners. Free.

Contact: Noel Morin, Big Island EV Association, 987 7428, nmorin99@yahoo.com

Classes

TODAY, Aug. 15

REIKI 1 AND 2 CERTIFICATION

Where: 14-4817 Kapoho Kai St., Pahoa

When: 1 p.m. today

Details: Training and certification of Reiki I and II includes grounding, crystal work, polarity, aura clearing, aromatherapy, etc.

Contact: Donna Herr, 936 6067, alohahealingwomen@yahoo.com

RELEASING PAIN SERIES WITH CATHERINE SOUTHERN

Where: Yoga Centered Studio and Boutique, 37 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo

When: 3 p.m. Saturdays through Sept. 5

Details: Explore techniques to foster greater breath and body awareness, build self-efficacy in regard to alleviating and managing pain and gentle yoga postures to increase comfortable rand of movement. Cost is $50 for series or $15 for drop-in classes.

Contact: Yoga Centered, 934-7233, frontdesk@yogacentered.com

SUNDAY, Aug. 16

REIKI MASTER TRAINING

Where: 14-4817 Kapoho Kai St., Pahoa

When: 1 p.m. Sunday

Details: Reiki III and Masters training and certification. You must have Level 1 and 2 certification and bring it with you. Includes communication with your Reiki guide(s) during hypnotherapy session.

Contact: Donna Herr, 936-6067, alohahealingwomen@yahoo.com

MONDAY, Aug. 17

BASIC WORD PROCESSING FOR SENIORS 50+ YEARS

Where: SeniorNet Learning Center, second floor, Room 201, 891 Ululani St., Hilo

When: 10 a.m. Monday through Wednesday

Details: Use Microsoft Word 2010 to edit and format documents. Fee is $54, plus $44 annual membership fee. Limit eight students.

Contact: June Knell, 974-7603, cyberlu@gmail.com

TUESDAY, Aug. 18

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

Where: Hawaii Community College/Intensive English Program, 200 W. Kawili St., Building 380, Room 37, HIlo

When: Beginning 8:30 a.m. Tuesday

Details: This 8-week course will help you to prepare for work or college. Small classes and experienced teachers. Three levels are offered. Testing takes place Aug. 18 to find the right level for you. Classess will be Tuesdays through Fridays. Cost is $275.

Contact: Eri Hall, 934-2698, erihall@hawaii.edu

BLUES DANCE

Where: Aloha Wellness Center, 239 Haili St., Hilo

When: 7 p.m. Tuesday and Sept. 1, 8, 15 and 29 and Oct. 6

Details: Fun, creative, simple (no footwork to memorize!) partner dance which, like blues music itself, can be smooth and subtle, energetic or sassy and sensuous. Learn the basics with the Hilo Hep Cats on Tuesday evenings. Cost is $35 for the complete six weeks or only $20 if you bring a student who’s never taken a class from the Hep Cats; $10 drop-in fee. No experience or partner necessary.

Contact: Andrea Gill, 959-8216, hilohepcats@gmail.com

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19

HYPNOTHERAPY TRAINING

Where: 14-4817 Kapoho Kai St., Pahoa

When: 10 a.m. Wednesday through Sunday

Details: Five-day course. Must call for application and prelimarny interview.

Contact: Donna Herr, 936-6067, alohahealingwomen@yahoo.com

THIS ONE WEIRD TRICK WILL PUT YOU ON THE BESTSELLER LIST: 21ST CENTURY PUBLISHING AND THE RISE OF THE “AUTHOPRENEUR”

Where: University of Hawaii at Hilo, UCB 100, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo

When: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday

Details: This talk is intended for anyone interested in the business of writing.

Contact: College of Continuing Education, 808-974-7664, ccecs@hawaii.edu

COMING

INTRODUCTORY HALAI ENERGY HEALING CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP

Where: Halai Healing Place, 75-5737 Kuakini Highway, Kailua-Kona

When: 8:30 a.m. Aug. 22-23

Details: Learn an ancient and sacred healing art passed down through the tradition of the Usui Method of Natural Healing to heal yourself and others. No experience necessary. All ages welcome. Pre-registration required. Cost is $350 plus tax. Limited space available.

Contact: LaRen Kristen, 987-6010, LaRen@HalaiHealingPlace.com

REIKI LEVEL I CERTIFICATION WEEKEND WORKSHOP

Where: Halai Healing Place, 75-5737 Kuakini Highway, Kailua-Kona

When: 8:30 a.m. Aug. 22-23

Details: Learn an ancient and sacred healing art passed down through the tradition of the Usui Method of Natural Healing to heal yourself and others. No experience necessary. All ages welcome. Pre-registration required. Cost is $350 plus tax. Limited space available.

Contact: LaRen Kristen, 808-987-6010, LaRen@HalaiHealingPlace.com

BECOME A BRILLIANT BYSTANDER FACILITATOR

Where: Engineering Partners Inc., 455 E. Lanikaula St., Hilo

When: 9 a.m. Aug. 22

Details: This half-day workshop with Kimberly Dark provides skills-building for anyone who attends meetings and wishes they would go smoothly, stay on track and end on time. Learn to reroute conflict into useful discussion, restore fairness in power struggles, encourage participation and more. Fee is $50.

Contact: Gail Takaki, Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center, 935-7844, extension 9, gail@hawaiimediation.org

ECKANKAR COMMUNITY HU

Where: Aloha Wellness Center, 239 Haili St., Hilo

When: 10:30 a.m. Aug. 23

Details: HU is an ancient sound that comes from the heart of God and has been used by many different cultures for thousands of years. HU can uplift you and help you reconnect to your higher self. Many people gain valuable insights, healing and love when chanting this ancient sound.

Contact: Evangeline, 498-4455, 333evangeline@gmail.com

INTERNET & EMAIL FOR SENIORS 50+ YEARS

Where: SeniorNet Learning Center, second floor, Room 201, 891 Ululani St., Hilo

When: 9 a.m. Aug. 25 and 27

Details: Learn how to browse the Internet and email using Internet Explorer and Gmail. Surf the web safely and play with attachments in email. Fee is $36, plus $44 annual membership fee. Limit eight students.

Contact: June Knell, 974-7603, cyberlu@gmail.com

MASTER FOOD PRESERVER CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

Where: The Kitchen, 615 Haihai St., Hilo

When: 8:30 a.m. Aug. 26-28 and Sept. 2-4 and 10-11

Details: Canning and preserving food is wildly popular again and so is learning about safe and approved food preservation techniques and recipes. Cost is $400, with possible subsidy available.

Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 974-7664, ccecs@hawaii.edu

SAM CERTIFICATION EXPLAINED!

Where: Kuakini Tower, Suite 216, 75-5722 Kuakini Highway, Kailua-Kona

When: 9 a.m. Aug. 26

Details: Learn how to become System for Award Management (SAM) certified. All contractors need to be registered in SAM to do business with the federal government.

Contact: Erin Kanehiro, 596-8990, ext. 1008, ErinK@hookipaipai.org

HYPNOTHERAPY TRAINING LEVEL 2

Where: Kapoho, 14-4817 Kapoho Kai St., Pahoa

When: 10 a.m. Aug. 26

Details: Addiction removal, phobia cures, neural lingual programming, regression work, re-parenting, ho‘oponopono, ethics and more.

Contact: Donna Herr, 936-6067, alohahealingwomen@yahoo.com

OIL PAINT PORTRAIT CLASS

Where: East Hawaii Cultural Council/Hawaii Museum of Contemporaryty Art, 141 Kalakaua St. Hilo

When: 3 p.m. Saturdays, Aug. 29 and Sept. 5, 12 and 29

Details: Taught by Sakiko Shinkai, former fellow of Studio Incamminati, School of Contemporary Realist Art in Philadelphia. For beginning to advanced artists. Learn strong foundation and simple, dynamic, systematic and academic ways with demonstrations. Cost is $45 per session. Taking one class is an option.

Contact: East Hawaii Cultural Council/HMOCA, 961-5711, admin@ehcc.org

‘AI PONO WORKSHOP: CONNECTING STUDENTS TO THE WORLDWIDE VOYAGE OF HOKULE‘A & HIKIANALIA

Where: Innovations PCS, 75-5815 Queen Kaahumanu Highway, Kailua-Kona

When: 9 a.m. Aug. 29

Details: Designed for teachers of grades 3-12. Participants will review solar dehydrator plans created by students and curriculum developed by teachers. Learn how food from other school gardens and communities can be donated to IPCS and be made into healthy foods for the crews of the Malama Honua Worldwide Voyage. Gary Eoff, master craftsman and traditional cordage and fiber artist, also will share his knowledge of local plants and traditional methods of preparation and weaving. Free.

Contact: Donna Mitts, 936-2117, dmitts@kohalacenter.org

FREE VA HOME LOAN SEMINAR

Where: ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center of Hawaii, 600 Imiloa Place, Hilo

When: 10 a.m. Aug. 29

Details: Free seminar for all those who have served. You can purchase up to $625,500 with $0 down and no PMI — even homes with water catchment or in lava zones. Learn about this and more about your VA Home Loan benefit. Refreshments and snacks will be served.

Contact: Vivek Mathur, 436-5791, vmathur@veteransunited.com

INTIMACY IN A COMMITTED RELATIONSHIP

Where: New Thought Center of Hawaii, 81-6587 Mamalahoa Highway, #C302, Kealakekua

When: 1:30 p.m. Aug. 30

Details: Participants will look at the challenges committed couples face in the form of intimacy and how to keep the relationship fresh. Sharon A Winningham of Phoenix is an Unconditional Loving Life Coach in private practice teaching and coaching people around the world. As an expert in the field of unconditional love, she brings years of life experience and a passion that shines through in a very direct and meaningful way.

Contact: Davina Mar, 938-8452, davinamar@rocketmail.com

PAINT YOUR OWN SILK SCARF WITH PATTI PEASE JOHNSON

Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano

When: 9 a.m. Sept. 5

Details: Paint your own 8-inch-by-53-inch scarf using three colors of your choice, which will create many more colors on the silk. Cost is $60 or $54 for VAC members, plus a $10 supply fee per person. Beginner and intermediate artists are welcome.

Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org

EMAIL MANAGEMENT

Where: Hawaii Community College, 1175 Manono St., Hilo

When: 5:30 p.m. Sept. 10

Details: Learn the zero-inbox method of email management, including ways to send more effective emails, receive fewer emails and better processes to organize the emails you receive. Tuition is $19.50 with ETF funding but you must register before Aug. 14.

Contact: Tiana Koga, 934-2700, tmkoga@hawaii.edu

TASK MANAGEMENT & GETTING THINGS DONE

Where: Hawaii Community College, 1175 Manono St., Hilo

When: 5:30 p.m. Sept. 10

Details: This class will teach the the GTD (getting things done) method of task management. Tuition is $19.50 with ETF funding but you must register by Sept. 4.

Contact: Tiana Koga, 934-2700, tmkoga@hawaii.edu

2015 EQUINE WELLNESS SYPOSIUM

Where: Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows, Waimea

When: 9 a.m. Sept. 11-13

Details: Presented by Hawaii Horse Expo. Benefiting Hawaii Humane Society Horse Rescue Fund. National and local experts will present informative topics during these workshops. Followed by a paniolo-style hoedown/barbecue. Register before Aug. 20 for discounted tickets. Workshops starting at $125. More info at HawaiiHorseExpo.com

Contact: Debbie Baker, 326-7820, DBaker@current-events.com

BLUES DANCING: THE FRENCH CONNECTION WORKSHOP

Where: Hilo Elks Lodge, 150 Kinoole St., Hilo

When: 10 a.m. beginning Sept. 12

Details: Learn blues dancing from 2013 European champions Lisa Clarke and Fabien Vrillon. Four one-hour classes. Discounted registration before Sept. 7: $15 per class or $55 for all four. Additional discounts for students. Individual classes paid at the door are $20.

Contact: Andrea Gill, 959-8216, hilohepcats@gmail.com

CREATIVE NONFICTION WRITING WORKSHOP WITH NANCEE PACE CLINE

Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano

When: Noon on Sept. 12

Details: Instead of writing your life story from one milestone to the next, tell your story as a history of your heart and hearth. If you have been wanting to write about your life, this is a gentle, focused way to begin. Cost is $55 or $50 for VAC members.

Contact: Cheryl wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org

LINDY HOP: THE FRENCH CONNECTION WORKSHOP

Where: Hilo Elks Lodge, 150 Kinoole St., Hilo

When: 11 a.m. beginning Sept. 13

Details: Champion dancers from France, Lisa Clarke and Fabien Vrillon, offer four classes in Lindy Hop (the original swing dance style). Discounted registration before Sept. 7: $15 per class or $55 for all four. Additional discounts for students. Individual classes paid at the door are $20.

Contact: Andrea Gill, 959-8216, hilohepcats@gmail.com

INTRODUCTORY HALAI ENERGY HEALING WEEKEND WORKSHOP

Where: Halai Healing Place, 75-5737 Kuakini Highway, Kailua-Kona

When: 8:30 a.m. Sept. 15-16

Details: Have you ever wondered about auras and chakras? Discover ancient mysteries and origins of the human energy system. This is your chance to explore the body’s energy field (aura) to balance mind, body and spirit for yourself and others. Pre-registration required. Cost is $295, plus tax. Limited space.

Contact: LaRen Kristen, 987-6010, LaRen@HalaiHealingPlace.com

DEADLINES FOR SUCCESS

Where: Hawaii Community College, 1175 Manono St., Hilo

When: 5:30 p.m. Sept. 17

Details: Learn to tactfully follow up with others on deadlines. Tuition is $19.50 with ETF funding but you must register by Sept. 3.

Contact: Tiana Koga, 934-2700, tmkoga@hawaii.edu

EXPERIMENTAL WATERCOLORS WITH PATTI PEASE JOHNSON

Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano

When: Noon on Sept. 19

Details: Cost is $60 or $54 for VAC Members plus a $10 supply fee per person. Beginner and intermediate artists are welcome.

Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org

ZENTANGLE: OPUS — INSPIRED BY “ALICE IN WONDERLAND”

Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano

When: 10 a.m. Sept. 19

Details: Join instructors Earl and Lois Stokes. Class fee is $35 or $30 for VAC Members plus a $10 supply fee. Light refreshments are provided. Zentangle: Basics is recommended for this class.

Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org

IMPROVE YOUR MEETINGS

Where: Hawaii Community College, 1175 Manono St., Hilo

When: 5:30 p.m. Sept. 24

Details: This course offers a new framework for meetings that helps ensure you walk away from each meeting with the results you need and with appropriate participation from the attendees. Tuition is $19.50 with ETF funding but you must register by Sept. 9.

Contact: Tiana Koga, 934-2700, tmkoga@hawaii.edu

STAINED GLASS – AN INTRODUCTORY CLASS WITH CLAUDIA MCCALL

Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano

When: 6 p.m. Sept. 24 and 1 p.m. Sept. 26-27

Details: Class fee is $150 or $135 for VAC members. Attendees are asked to wear long pants, snug-fitting gloves, covered shoes and safety glasses. Advance registration is required and this workshop will be limited to six adults.

Contact: Cheryl wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org

SILENT MEDITATION RETREAT

Where: Honokaa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple, 45-5016 Lehua St., Honokaa

When: 9 a.m. Sept. 27

Details: A unique opportunity to work with author, poet, teacher and Buddhist priest Gavin Harrison, who welcomes anyone with an interest, even if they’ve never meditated before. Cost is $30, which includes a vegetarian lunch. Advance registration required.

Contact: Fred Burian, 775-1064

HAWAII ISLAND UKULELE RETREAT

Where: Kohala Village Inn, 55-514 Hawi Road, Hawi

When: 4 p.m. Oct. 11-17

Details: Five days of fabulous ukulele instruction and merriment at the Kohala Village Inn with Da Ukulele Boyz, Robyn Kneubuhl, Brad Bordessa, KonaBob and Daniel Ward, and special guest Kris Fuchigami. In addition, there will be week-long instruction in hula, lap steel guitar and ukulele bass. Plus, attendees will have an opportunity to build their own cigar box ukulele under the watchful eye of Dennis Lake.

Contact: Lehua Ah Sam, 889-0404, elainede@sbcglobal.net

Clubs

TUESDAY, Aug. 18

BIG ISLAND WATER GARDEN CLUB

Where: Keaau Community Center, Keaau

When: 7 p.m. Tuesday

Details: Monthly meeting with guest speaker Margaret of the Keaau Community Center, who will describe the activities the center offers. Public welcome. A mini-auction concludes the club’s event.

Contact: Karen, 935-5357

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19

HILO PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB

Where: Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana St., Hilo

When: 7 p.m. Wednesday

Details: Photo Review of member images with constructive comments. The second part of the meeting will be a presentation by Dr. Steven Pollard, who creates his work by combining several images. The result is imaginative and colorful abstractions. He will do a demonstration of his process. No charge; public is welcome.

Contact: Mary Goodrich, 985-7487, mary@hawaiiphotoretreat.com

THURSDAY, Aug. 20

EAST HAWAII CACAO ASSOCIATION

Where: Komohana Extention Center, 875 Komohana St., Hilo

When: 4:30 p.m. Thursday

Details: Ongoing conversations about cacao growing, fermentation and marketing. Bring any chocolate and we will eat and judge it. Also, bring anything for the lucky number drawing.

Contact: Patrick Merritt, 345-0594, farfull444@gmail.com

COMING

KA‘U HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI & FRIENDS COMMUNITY POTLUCK REUNION

Where: Pahala Community Center, Pahala

When: 11 a.m. Aug. 23

Details: This year’s theme is “Back to the Future.” We are going back in time to our high school days to celebrate our 16th birthday. Bring a favorite dish to share.

Contact: James Yamaki, 969-6828, yamakij001@hawaii.rr.com

HILO WOMAN’S CLUB MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING

Where: Hilo Woman’s Club, 7 Lele St., Hilo

When: 11:30 a.m. Aug. 25

Details: Come and join us in fellowship, education and community service. This month, our featured speaker is Lisa Rantz, the new executive director of the Hilo Medical Center Foundation.

Contact: Jan Kuester, 895-5274, womansclubhilo@gmail.com

BIG ISLAND RETIRED MILITARY ASSOCIATION

Where: Fraternal Order of Eagles #3642, 16-111 Opukahaia St., Keaau

When: Noon on Aug. 29

Details: BIRMA organizes activities and community service events for retired military members and spouses. Bi-monthly bulletins and meetings. Retired military non-members welcome. Luncheon will include presentation on firearms use and training. Cost is $12. Reservations required by Aug 19.

Contact: Joe Meszaros, 968-7020, gmjoe007@wildblue.net

DAV CHAPTER 6 MONTHLY MEETING

Where: Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana St., Hilo

When: 11 a.m. Sept. 12

Details: Any man or woman who was wounded, gassed, injured or disabled in line of duty during time of war is invited. Chapter membership meeting the second Saturday of each month.

Contact: Jaime Tomas, 961-2764

NATIONAL ACTIVE AND RETIRED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES NARFE MONTHLY MEETING

Where: Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana St., Hilo

When: 1 p.m. Sept. 12

Details: Come and enjoy the fellowship and see what we can do to protect our earn benefits. Brown bag lunch at noon. Meets the second Saturday of each month.

Contact: Bob Arthurs, 990-4840, bobarthurs@me.com

HILO HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1965 HOT STUFFS

Where: Nani Mau Gardens/Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Makalika Street/Banyan Drive, Hilo

When: 5:30 p.m. Sept. 24-26

Details: Celebrating our 50th reunion. Payment deadline is today (Aug. 15).

Contact: Roberta (Ishimaru) Miyashiro, 935-3890, rlmiya@hawaiiantel.net

HILO HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1965 TO FORMER TEACHERS

Where: Nani Mau Gardens, Makalika Street, Hilo

When: 5:30 p.m. Sept. 25

Details: To teachers employed at Hilo High School between September 1962 and June 1965: The class of 1965 Hot Stuffs cordially invites you, as our guests, to its 50th reunion. If you plan to attend, RSVP by Aug. 31.

Contact: Margaret (Marge) Masaki, 959-5665, marge.masaki@hawaiiantel.net

Health

TODAY, Aug. 15

FREE GROUP RUNS

Where: Big Island Running Company, 308 Kamehameha Ave., Suite 105, Hilo

When: 6:30 a.m. today

Details: Open to runners and walkers of all levels. Runs start and end from the store on Bayfront. Come check it out.

Contact: Cary, 961-5950, cary@bigislandrunningcompany.com

CAREGIVER RESPITE FUN DAY

Where: Hilo Adult Day Center, 34 Rainbow Drive, Hilo

When: 9 a.m. today

Details: Learn skills that can help with your family caregiving and taking care of yourself. Talk story with other family caregivers. Enjoy massage, qigong, continental brunch, healthy food tips, creative activities and more. Registration fee is $10, with scholarships available. Free adult care for your loved one while you are here.

Contact: Elizabeth, 961-3747 ext.101, hiac@hawaiiislandadultcare.org

QIGONG (ZHINENG) WORKSHOP, LEVEL 1

Where: Zuisenkyo True Health Center, 222 Kehaulani St., Hilo

When: 10 a.m. today and Sunday

Details: Will focus on the Level 1 form. Learn this amazing self-healing art developed by Grandmaster Dr. Pang Ming. Taught by Priya Lucas (author of “Aloha Qigong”).

Contact: Priya Lucas, 315-8808, alohachigong@gmail.com

BIG ISLAND OSTOMY GROUP

Where: Hilo Medical Center cafeteria, 1190 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo

When: 11:30 a.m. today

Details: Meet new friends, share experiences and provide mutual support in an environment that’s friendly and safe. Meets each month on the third Saturday.

Contact: Sandy Wright, 339-7640, OstomyGroup@yahoo.com

DEMENTIA SERIES

Where: Aging and Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole St., Hilo

When: 1 p.m. today

Details: Alzheimer’s Association presentation “Communication and Behaviors in Dementia” followed by the movie “Memories of Tomorrow” and then the presentation “Living With Forgetfulness – Part Three.”

Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19

FREE GROUP RUNS

Where: Big Island Running Company, 308 Kamehameha Ave., Suite 105, Hilo

When: 5 p.m. Wednesday

Details: Open to runners and walkers of all levels. Runs start and end from the store on Bayfront. Come check it out.

Contact: Cary, 961-5950, cary@bigislandrunningcompany.com

THURSDAY, Aug. 20

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. Alzheimer’s Association will provide information and support. Free respite service available. Group meets the third Thursday of each month.

Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com

COMING

NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP

Where: Oki Conference Room, 688 Kinoole St., Suite 115A, Hilo

When: 7 p.m. Aug. 28

Details: Monthly support group that helps people gain understanding and empathy for loved ones living with and recovering from mental illness.

Contact: Carolyn Oki, 935-3518

CHANNELING THE UNIVERSAL CURRENT: BANDHA WORKSHOP

Where: Balancing Monkey Yoga Studio, 1221 Kilauea Ave., Hilo

When: Noon on Sept. 5

Details: In-depth exploration of the internal locks (bandhas) in relation to asana and pranayama. Using the bandhas keeps the body safe and steady in a wide variety of poses, creates a feeling of lightness and float in the body, and offers an internal focal point that allows one’s awareness to remain deep within. Core integration, inversions and backbends are the central focus of the journey. Pranayama, mudra and mantra are alongside to allow a deeper unfolding. Intermediate/advanced. Cost is $30.

Contact: Balancing Monkey Yoga studio, 633-8555, aloha@balancingmonkeyyoga.com

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE WORKSHOP

Where: Balancing Monkey Yoga Studio, 1221 Kilauea Ave., hilo

When: Noon on Sept. 12

Details: Fascia is the dense, tough tissue that surrounds muscles and bones. Focusing on common trigger points, myofascial release improves mobility, reducing tension and pressure in the musculoskeletal system. Participants will need two tennis balls. Space is limited. Register early. Cost is $30.

Contact: Balancing Monkey Yoga studio, 633-8555, aloha@balancingmonkeyyoga.com

ONGOING

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR RAT LUNGWORM STUDY

Where: Puna Community Medical Center and Clinical Labs of Hawaii, Pahoa Marketplace

When: 8 a.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays through Sept. 15

Details: Donate a small blood sample in an ongoing study to determine prevalence of human rat lungworm infection in East Hawaii and investigate potential diagnostic methods. This is a University of Hawaii at Hilo study.

Contact: Susan Jarvi, 932 7701, rlw411@hawaii.edu

Just for Keiki

TODAY, Aug. 15

FREE CHILDREN’S BALLET WORKSHOP

Where: Hawaii Museum of Contemporary Art, 141 Kalakaua St., Hilo

When: 9:15 a.m. today

Details: Sharon Petrosky presents her free “Dance Journeys” ballet class. There will be three classes for ages 3-5, 6-8 and 9-12. Register by Monday.

Contact: Claudia Hagan, 961-5711, admin@ehcc.org

COMING

KULEANA EDUCATION PRESENTS TOUCH A TRUCK AT KONA COMMONS

Where: Kona Commons, 74-5450 Makala Boulevard, Kailua-Kona

When: 10 a.m. Aug. 22

Details: Free. Offers children a hands-on opportunity to explore working trucks of all types and meet the people who build, protect and serve on the Big Island. Trucks will include emergency vehicles, military, construction and more.

Contact: Dana Kern, 989-0986, office@kuleanaeducation.com

‘AHA PAI‘EA KEIKI SPORTS CHALLENGE

Where: University of Hawaii at Hilo

When: 9 a.m. Aug. 29

Details: Keiki ages 7-12 will learn five sports taught by UH coaches and players. Free; limited to first 120 entries received by Aug. 15.

Contact: Ed Torrison, 987-3215, edtorrison@gmail.com

Outdoors

TODAY, Aug. 15

FRENDS OF THE ZOO ANNUAL MEMBERSIP MEETING

Where: Panaewa Rainforrest Zoo & Gardens, Highway 11, Hilo

When: 11 a.m. today

Details: Hear what was accomplished this year and what is planned for the next year. You also can vote for our slate of board of directors officers or nominate someone else for any or all of the positions. Light refreshments will be provided. Free.

Contact: Barbara Thomason, 959-9233, paradisezoo@gmail.com

FRIDAY, Aug. 21

BAMBOO FUN IN THE GARDEN

Where: Liliuokalani Gardens, Banyan Drive, Hilo

When: 8 a.m. Friday and Aug. 22

Details: Help thin the bamboo thicket at Liliuokalani Gardens. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring your own gloves. Take home pieces for your own projects.

Contact: Friends of Liliuokalani Gardens, 895-8130, kteger@hawaii.rr.com

COMING

BIRDS OF THE NORTHWEST HAWAIIAN ISLANDS

Where: Mokupapapa Discovery Center, 76 Kamehameha Ave., Hilo

When: 7 p.m. Aug. 25

Details: The Friends of the Hakalau Forest NWR are sponsoring a talk by Michelle Reynolds, PhD, about the biology and ecology of several birds species native to the Northwest Hawaiian Islands. Free.

Contact: Layne Yoshida, 640-0435, yoshida.lky@gmail.com

HIKE TO SEE NATIVE BUGS

Where: Division of Forestry and Wildlife, 19 E. Kawili St., Hilo

When: 7:30 a.m. Sept. 5

Details: Join insect guru Jesse Eiven on an insect collecting adventure in the forests along Saddle Road. Capture insects using several methods, then go back the the University of Hawaii at Hilo Entomology Lab to observe a menagerie of native insects up close and learn all the exciting things these little guys do. A Hawaii Nei Art Adventure. Donation of $10. Register at www.hawaiineiartcontest.org.

Contact: Emily Leucht, 430-1994, emily.imipono@gmail.com

BIG ISLAND ROAD RUNNERS HILO BAY 5K AND 10K

Where: Reed’s Bay Park, Banyan Drive, Hilo

When: 7:30 a.m. Sept. 13

Contact: Rick Otani, (330) 573-4933, bigislandroadrunners@gmail.com

BIG ISLAND ROAD RUNNERS THANKSGIVING 5K

Where: Coconut Island parking lot, Banyan Drive, Hilo

When: 7:30 a.m. Nov. 26

Contact: Rick Otani, (330) 573-4933, bigislandroadrunners@gmail.com

BIG ISLAND ROAD RUNNERS JINGLE BELL RUN

Where: Prince Kuhio Plaza parking lot, Hilo

When: 7:30 a.m. Dec. 19

Contact: Rick Otani, (330) 573-4933, bigislandroadrunners@gmail.com

BIG ISLAND ROAD RUNNERS HILO TO VOLCANO 50K ULTRA AND RELAY

Where: Coconut Island parking lot, Hilo

When: 6 a.m. Jan. 9, 2016

Contact: Rick Otani, (330) 573-4933, bigislandroadrunners@gmail.com

Pau Hana

TODAY, Aug. 15

LIVE DANCE MUSIC WITH JP THOMA & JAZZTONES

Where: Hilo Elks Lodge, 150 Kinoole St., Hilo

When: 7 p.m. today

Details: Dance to live jazzy music at the Hilo Elks Lodge. Beginner-friendly swing dance lesson at 7 p.m.; live band to follow. Dance or just listen and tap your toes. Cost, which includes the lesson, is $10 to $20 on a sliding scale. Reduced rate only $5 if you bring a pupu to share. Keiki 12 and younger are free. No partner or experience necessary.

Contact: Andrea Gill, 959-8216, hilohepcats@gmail.com

SUNDAY, Aug. 16

COMMUNITY BREAKFAST

Where: VFW Post 3830, 15-775 Maluhia Nanawale Estates, Pahoa

When: 9 a.m. Sunday

Details: Scrambled eggs, SOS, biscuits, hash browns, rice, fruit cocktail and coffee all for a donation of $6. Children 6 and younger free. All welcome.

Contact: Freda Hart, 965-7032

COMING

16TH ANNUAL HAWAII BAMBOO FESTIVAL

Where: Nani Mau Gardens, 421 Makalika St., Hilo

When: 10 a.m. Sept. 13

Details: A $3 refundable admission fee applies. Represented at the festival will be many varieties of bamboo for viewing and purchasing, vendors, educational speakers, food, a silent auction and much more. Touring the magnificent Nani Mau Gardens is an added bonus; free and ample parking is available.

Contact: Jacqui Marlin, 966-5080, goddessofchaos@hawaii.rr.com

Performances

TODAY, Aug. 15

HULA KAHIKO WITH KUMU HULA AB VALENCIA & HALAU HULA KALEHUAKI`EKI`EIKA’IU

Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

When: 10:30 a.m. today

Details: Presented in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting at the kahua hula (platform) authentically in a natural setting, rain or shine without electronic amplification. Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mats. Free, but national park entrance fees apply.

Contact: Desiree Cruz, 987-7288, volcanohula@gmail.com

MR. HOLMES

Where: The Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo

When: 7 p.m. today through Tuesday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday

Details: An aged, retired Sherlock Holmes looks back on his life and grapples with an unsolved case involving a beautiful woman.

Contact: Sheron Bee, 934-7010, info@hilopalace.com

COUNTRY DANCE AT THE EAGLES

Where: Fraternal Order of Eagles, 16-111 Opukahaia St., Keaau

When: 7 p.m. today

Details: Enjoy live music preformed by the Gone Country Band. Dance the night away or just sit and listen to the sounds of today and yesterday. Cover charge is $5. Food plates and beverages available for purchase.

Contact: Lucy Moody, 965-9114, lucyinpahoa@hotmail.com

TUESDAY, Aug. 18

HILO HULA TUESDAY AT THE BANDSTAND

Where: Mooheau Park Bandstand, 369 Kamehameha Ave., Hilo

When: 11 a.m. Tuesday

Details: Free event featuring Christy Lassiter’s Lono Kanakaole Trio. Connect with the Hawaiian culture through music and hula. Emcee is Hilo’s Ku‘ehu Mauga.

Contact: Dinnie Kysar, 963-5091, destinationhilo@gmail.com

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19

EVENING WITH LEE EISENTEIN AND MICHAEL RILEY

Where: Pahoa Museum, Downtown Pahoa

When: 7 p.m. Wednesday

Details: Hoku Award-winning, classical/popular fusion guitarist Lee Eisenstein in concert, with soul, folk, blues artist Michael Riley. A special evening of Hawaiian slack key guitar, classical guitar favorites by Eric Satie and others, original music, acoustic folk, popular songs and more. Donation of $5 at the door.

Contact: Lionel Standish, 965-6507, lionel@cruzio.com

FRIDAY, Aug. 21

ROGER MCGUINN

Where: The Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo

When: 7 p.m. Aug. 21

Details: The Palace Theater and Buffalo Records are very excited to welcome McGuinn to the Big Island for the first time, and his first time back to the islands in 37 years. McGuinn is famous for his ringing 12-string Rickenbacker guitar sound and Top 10 hit songs “Mr. Tambourine Man,” “Eight Miles High” and “Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There is a Season)” among many others.

Contact: Sheron Bee, 934-7010, info@hilopalace.com

COMING

INFINITELY POLAR BEAR

Where: The Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo

When: 7 p.m. Aug. 23-25 and 2:30 p.m. Aug. 24-25

Details: A manic-depressive mess of a father tries to win back his wife by attempting to take full responsibility of their two young, spirited daughters, who don’t make the overwhelming task any easier.

Contact: Sheron Bee, 934-7010, info@hilopalace.com

HILO HULA TUESDAY AT THE BANDSTAND

Where: Mooheau Park Bandstand, 369 Kamehameha Ave., Hilo

When: 11 a.m. Aug. 25

Details: Free event featuring kupuna from Halau Ke Ola Pono No Na Kupuna. Connect with the Hawaiian culture through music and hula. Emcee is Hilo’s Ku‘ehu Mauga.

Contact: Dinnie Kysar, 963-5091, destinationhilo@gmail.com

ALOHA PIERROT

Where: Hilo Public Library, 300 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo

When: 5 p.m. Aug. 26

Details: A historical, hysterical presentation of the moon-struck literary theatrical and cinematic character of Pierrot. Readings and performance sketches including masks and puppets to help understand this personna. Free and suitable for all ages. Contact the library 10 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if other special accommodation is needed.

Contact: Susan Collins, 933-8890, susan.collins@librarieshawaii.org

IRRATIONAL MAN

Where: The Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo

When: 7 p.m. Aug. 28-Sept. 1 and 2:30 p.m. Aug. 30

Details: A tormented philosophy professor finds a will to live when he commits an existential act.

Contact: Sheron Bee, 934-7010, info@hilopalace.com

VOLCANO ART CENTER’S JAZZ IN THE FOREST-PAULINE WILSON

Where: Volcano Art Center-Naulani, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Vocano Village

When: 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Aug. 29

Details: Cost for the 4:30 p.m. performance is $20 or $15 for VAC members. Cost for the 7:30 p.m. show is $25 or $20 for VAC members. Tickets available at VAC in Volcano Village, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Gallery and Basically Books in Hilo or online and via phone. Beer and wine bar available.

Contact: Mike Nelson, 967-8222, taikotita@gmail.com

LEDWARD KA‘APANA AND MIKE KA‘AWA

Where: The Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo

When: 7 p.m. Sept. 18

Details: Benefit concert for the Big Island Slack Key Guitar Program. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Contact: Sheron Bee, 934-7010, info@hilopalace.com

HULA KAHIKO WITH KUMU NANI LIM YAP WITH HULA HALAU NA LEI O KAHOLOKU

Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

When: 10:30 a.m. Sept. 19

Details: Performance in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting at the kahua hula (platform); presented authentically in a natural setting, rain or shine without electronic amplification. Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mats. Free, but park entrance fees apply.

Contact: Desiree Cruz, 987-7288, volcanohula@gmail.com

PEACE DAY PARADE & FESTIVAL

Where: 45-5016 Lehua St., Honokaa

When: 4 p.m. Sept. 26

Details: Fun starts with the Peace Day Parade down Mamane Street, then continues until 8 p.m. with the Peace Day Festival at Honokaa Sports Complex. Come for the parade, stay for food, music and kids activities. Free and all are welcome.

Contact: Miles Okumura, 640-4602

All Kine Stuffs

TODAY, Aug. 15

NA MEA HULA WITH KUMU AB VALENCIA AND HALAU HULA KALEHUAKI‘EKI‘EIKA‘IU

Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Parkk

When: 9:30 a.m. today

Details: Join kumu hula Ab Valencia and members of his halau on the lanai to learn a hula, use various hula implements and try your hand at lei making. Experience the different aspects that play an integral role in the life of the hula dancer. This cultural demonstration is hands-on and family friendly. Free, but national park entrance fees apply.

Contact: Desiree Cruz, 987-7288 , volcanohula@gmail.com

PROJECT LINUS BLANKETEERS

Where: Discount Fabric Warehouse, 933 Kanoelehua St., Hilo

When: 12:30 p.m. today

Details: Pick up blanket making supplies or help us label and plan for our next big blanket drive.

Contact: Kathleen Stacey, 935-7495, project.linus_hi@yahoo.com

STARS OVER HAWAII BOOK LAUNCH

Where: Basically Books, 160 Kamehameha Ave., Hilo

When: 5:30 p.m. today

Details: Celebrating the 60th anniversary of the publication. Come to talk story with the author about recent discoveries in astronomy.

Contact: Christine Reed, 961-0144, bbinfo@hawaiiantel.net

SUNDAY, Aug. 16

TORAH DEDICATION

Where: 75-5660 Palani Road, Kailua-Kona

When: Noon on Sunday

Details: The first Torah dedication specifically for the Jewish Community of the Big Island. After the dedication, participants will march down Alii Drive to Chabad House for pupu’s and a performance by Moshav (from Israel). Free.

Contact: Colleen, 267-243-4886, colleen@jumpsuitcommerce.com

TUESDAY, Aug. 18

BOOKSTORE IN THE HILO PUBLIC LIBRARY

Where: Hilo Public Library, 300 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo

When: 11 a.m. Tuesday

Details: Fiction and nonfiction hardcover books for $1 and paperbacks for 50 cents; also CDs/VHS for $1 and DVDs for $2.

Contact: Dale Huber, 966-4386, dalerhuber@gmail.com

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19

MAYOR’S COMMITTEE ON PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES MEETING

Where: ADRC Training Room, 1055 Kinoole St., Hilo

When: 10 a.m. Wednesday

Details: Open to the public. The agenda will be posted on the county website.

Contact: S. Arriola, 961-8600

JAPANESE MYTHOLOGY IN FILM

Where: Hilo Public Library, 300 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo

When: 5 p.m. Wednesday

Details: Yoshiko Okuyama will talk about her new book. Free public event aims to help Japanese Americans connect with their ancestral roots through film images as well as cinema fans to uncover cultural tropes used in popular film and anime from Japan. Suitable for all ages. Contact the library 10 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if other special accommodation is needed.

Contact: Susan Collins, 933-8890, susan.collins@librarieshawaii.org

THURSDAY, Aug. 20

FREE BROWN BAG LUNCH TALK

Where: Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, 655 Kilauea Ave., Hilo

When: Noon on Thursday

Details: “Finding Solutions, Growing Peace” Brown Bag Lunch Series. This month’s speaker is Catherine Lampton on the topic “5 Tips to Reduce Conflict: Learn the Skills that Mediators Use.” The informal and educational talk-story session is free and open to the public.

Contact: Gail Takaki, Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center, 935-7844, extension 9, gail@hawaiimediation.org

FRIDAY, Aug. 21

ALOHA FRIDAY ON THE PORCH

Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

When: 11 a.m. Friday

Details: Dancing since the age of 3, hula practitioner Noe Noe Kekaualua will share various aspects of traditional hula arts — lei making, pa’u styles, fabric stamping and more. Free, but national park entrance fees apply.

Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org

HILO HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1974 GATHERING

Where: Kim’s at the Hilo Muni, Hilo Municipal Golf Course

When: 6 p.m. Friday

Details: Gather with classmates and enjoy music by Bambu (Ben Legaspi and friends). Cost is $15 at the door. No-host cocktails.

Contact: Nancy Kelly, 345-9766, hhsvikings1974@gmail.com

COMING

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD PROJECT LEADERS EVENT

Where: Hilo Missionary Church, 1044 Komohana St., Hilo

When: 8 a.m. Aug. 22

Details: Presentation on distribution of shoeboxes in Colombia by local volunteer and 2015 materials. Refreshments served. RSVP by Aug. 15.

Contact: Nell Quay, 987-7373, bigislandshoeboxes@gmail.com

BIG ISLAND DANCE COUNCIL ANNUAL MEETING

Where: East Hawaii Cultural Center, 141 Kalakaua Ave., Hilo

When: 10 a.m. Aug. 22

Details: Become a part of an organization that has provided quality dance classes of every genre to Big Island school children islandwide for 40 years. Election of board members and discussion of upcoming annual projects.

Contact: Trina Nahm-Mijo, 640-5109, nahmmijo@hawaii.edu

ALOHA FRIDAY ON THE PORCH

Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

When: 11 a.m. Aug. 28

Details: Tropical agriculture farmer Kaipo AhChong will share his expert lei-making skills. As a member of Halau Na Kamalei, his unique experience marries the science of agriculture with Hawaiian lei and hula traditions. Free, but national park entrance fees apply.

Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org

BIG ISLAND SPORTS HALL OF FAME NOMINATION DEADLINE

Where: 969 Kinoole St., Hilo

When: Aug. 28

Details: All applications should be postmarked by Aug 28. Mail to: Big Island Sports Hall of Fame, 969 Kinoole St., Hilo, HI 96720. Nominators are asked to send a two-page write-up of the nominee’s background, accomplishments and contributions to their community. An 8-by-10-inch picture is required (color preferred).

Contact: Randee Arkin, 966-9407, rarkin24@hotmail.com

HONOHINA HONGWANJI MISSION ANNUAL 2015 HATSUBON SERVICE & BON DANCE.

Where: 32-896 Mamalahoa Highway, Ninole

When: 6 p.m. Aug. 29

Details: Evening event starts with a Hatsubon service. The Bon dance starts at 7 p.m. Parking is limited.

Contact: Harold Uyeno, 959-9974, huyeno@hawaii.rr.com

MENTAL HEALTH KOKUA PRESENTS ARISE HOMELESSNES TO HOPE BENEFIT

Where: Kahilu Theatre, 67-1185 Mamalahoa Highway, Waimea

When: 7 p.m. Aug. 29

Details: Money from this event stays on the Big Island. Silent auction begins at 5:30 p.m. Tickets available at the Kahilu Theatre box office. Inlcudes two shows.

Contact: Tanya Hopeau, 885-6868, thopeau@mhkhawaii.org

YOGA, SURF & MEDITATE

Where: Honolii Beach Park, 180 Kahoa St., Hilo

When: 10 a.m. Aug. 30

Details: All levels welcome to join for a day of yoga, meditation and surfing. Lunch, mats and surf boards provided. Please RSVP. Suggested donation of $5. Rain or shine.

Contact: Sky, 445-5947, skyoga8@gmail.com

A HAWAIIAN LIFE: KIMO PIHANA’S STORY

Where: Lyman Museum, 276 Haili St., Hilo

When: 7 p.m. Aug. 31

Details: Self-described “ordinary native Hawaiian,” Pihana talks story about his anything-but-ordinary journey in life to regain and perpetuate his culture, as recounted in his recent autobiography, “Celebrating the Hawaiian Culture.” Cost is $3 and free to museum members.

Contact: Gladys Suzuki, 935-5021, education@lymanmuseum.org

60TH BIRTHDAY BASH REUNION

Where: California & Main Street Hotel, Las Vegas

When: Various times Sept. 2-5

Details: The J.B. Castle High School (Kaneohe, Oahu) class of 1973 is seeking classmates residing on the Big Island. Deadline to register was extended to July 31. For more information, visit castlehs.k12.hi.us/1973.html.

Contact: Lorene Rodrigues, 283-5508, mrs_rodrigues55@hotmail.com

ALOHA FRIDAY ON THE PORCH

Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

When: 11 a.m. Sept. 4

Details: Volcano area musician Wes Awana shares his love of ukulele and Hawaiian music by giving family-friendly lessons on the iconic and inviting instrument. Free, but park entrance fees apply.

Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org

DANIEL R. SAYRE FOUNDATION FUNDRAISER & AWARDS DINNER

Where: The Fairmont Orchid Hawaii, 1 N. Kaniku Drive, Kohala Coast

When: 4:30 p.m. Sept. 5

Details: Tickets on sale now. Cost of each gourmet buffet dinner is $109. Patrons also can choose to sponsor a dinner for a firefighter and/or spouse at a cost of $99 all inclusive, per person. The gala evening will include dinner, silent and live auctions and dancing to the live dance band Vizion 20/20. Registration available online at www.DanielSayreFoundation.org.

Contact: Laura Sayre, 325-5456, mallerysayre@hawaii.rr.com

911 REMEMBRANCE

Where: Hilo Vet Center, 70 Lanihuli St., Suite #2, Hilo

When: 11 a.m. Sept. 11

Details: Hilo Vet Center is participating in this year’s National Day of Service and Remembrance by hosting an open house to help ensure all post-9/11 combat veterans and their families in Hilo know about their local vet center and the services it provides. Guests will have the opportunity to tour the center, meet center staff, learn about resources for veterans, ask questions, enjoy light snacks and enroll in vet center services.

Contact: Maricar Souza, 969-3833

ALOHA FRIDAY ON THE PORCH

Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

When: 11 a.m. Sept. 11

Details: Master lei maker Randy Lee uses a variety of natural materials to fashion gorgeous lei from the freshest fern, leaves and flowers he personally gathers from the rain forests of Panaewa. Enjoy the skill and wonderful stories this well-respected practitioner has to offer. Free, but park entrance fees apply.

Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org

2015 WILIWILI FESTIVAL

Where: Waikoloa Stables, 68-1936 Waikoloa Road, Waikoloa

When: 9 a.m. Sept. 12

Details: Join in for a day of celebrating wiliwili trees and native dryland forest in Waikoloa Village. Free event includes live music, local food vendors, workshops, forest tours, silent auction, native plant sales and giveaways, as well as lots of hands-on activities for keiki of all ages.

Contact: Jessica Middleton, 218-2776, jess@waikoloadryforest.org

VOLCANO WINERY HARVEST FESTIVAL/BENEFIT FOR VOLCANO SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCES

Where: Volcano Winery, 35 Pi’i Mauna Drive, Volcano

When: 4 p.m. Sept. 13

Details: The grapes are in, which means it’s time for the annual Volcano Winery Harvest Festival. Once again the festival is a benefit for Volcano School of Arts & Sciences. Enjoy an afternoon of wine, music. There will be a dessert raffle; receive a souvenir wine glass; and, of course, plenty of wine from the vineyards will be flowing. Tickets are $40 for adults and $20 for children. All proceeds will go to support STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, math) programs at Volcano School of Arts & Sciences public charter school. Ticket sales are limited, so don’t delay getting yours.

Contact: Marie and Del Bothof, 967-7772, Kristina@volcanowinery.com

U.S. CITIZENSHIP DAY

Where: Aunty Sally’s Luau Hale, 799 Piilani St., Hilo

When: 1:30 p.m. Sept. 17

Details: All newly naturalized U.S. citizens will be honored by various civic organizations and public officials and are encouraged to participate in this special event. Free. All new citizens who want to attend should RSVP by Sept. 12.

Contact: Rose Bautista or Tulpe Day, 961-8220

FROM NUCLEAR EXODUS TO CULTURAL REAWAKENING: REVITALIZING WAVE NAVIGATION AND VOYAGING IN THE MARSHALL ISLANDS

Where: University of Hawaii at Hilo, Campus Center Room 301, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo

When: 7 p.m. Sept. 17

Details: The United Nations Association of the USA-Hawaii Island Chapter in collaboration with the UH-Hilo International Student Services and Intercultural Education Program is sponsoring a series of lectures that discuss topics of international relevance or concern. Joe Genz, assistant professor of anthropology at UH-Hilo, will be the first guest speaker, covering current revival efforts and traditional wave navigation of the Marshall Islands.

Contact: Rosemarie Muller, 631-294-0021, rcmuller27@hotmail.com

ALOHA FRIDAY ON THE PORCH

Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

When: 11 a.m. Sept. 18

Details: Long-time Puna residents Tyson and Cathy Black demonstrate the ease of coconut leaf weaving. Free, but park entrance fees apply.

Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org

NA MEA HULA – ARTS AND TRADITIONS OF HULA

Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

When: 9:30 a.m. Sept. 19

Details: Join Native Hawaiian cultural specialist Loke Kamanu and her ohana as they set up shop on the lanai to present a lovely display of “Na Mea Hula” (all things hula). This memorable demonstration is hands-on and family friendly.

Contact: Desiree Cruz, 987-7288, volcanohula@gmail.com

ALOHA FRIDAY ON THE PORCH

Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

When: 11 a.m. Sept. 25

Details: Farmer Kaipo AhChong will share his expert lei-making skills with VAC visitors. As a member of Halau Na Kamalei, his unique experience marries the science of agriculture with Hawaiian lei and hula traditions. Free, but park entrance fees apply.

Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org

BIG ISLAND BEEKEEPERS ASSOCIATION SIXTH ANNUAL NATURAL HONEY CHALLENGE

Where: Nani Mau Gardens, 421 Makalika St., Hilo

When: 9 a.m. Sept. 26

Details: Entries due from Aug. 10-14. Awards presented during the festival in September. Information and forms available at http://HawaiiHoneyFestival.com or via phon.

Contact: Peggy Beckett, 965-0000

PUNA HONGWANJI ANNUAL BAZAAR

Where: Puna Hongwanji Mission, 16-492 Old Volcano Road, Keaau

When: 8 a.m. Oct. 10

Details: Rummage sale, lau lau, bagged cinder, vegetables, silent auction.

Contact: Jason Hashimoto, 937-5941, jasonhashi@gmail.com

17TH ANNUAL TASTE OF HILO

Where: Sangha Hall, Hilo Hongwanji, 424 Kilauea Ave., Hilo

When: 1 p.m. Oct. 18

Details: The Taste of Hilo annually features more than 35 restaurants, chefs, dessert patisseries and beverage distributors who provide their talents, ingredients and staff to make this event a success. Come and discover what your favorite restaurants will feature at this year’s Taste of Hilo. Tickets go on sale in July. A portion of event proceeds goes to support Hawaii Community College.

Contact: Japanese Chamber of Commerce, 934-0177, jccih@jccih.org

HAWAII ISLAND VETERANS DAY PARADE

Where: 559 E. Kahaopea St., Hilo

When: 10 a.m. Nov. 7

Details: All community groups are asked to support island veterans and be in the parade.

Contact: Wendell Ka‘ehu‘ae‘a, 640-1435, wkaehuaea@yahoo.com

ONGOING

HILO VET CENTER

Where: 70 Lanihuli St., Suite No. 2, Hilo

When: 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays

Details: Hilo Vet Center has new office hours, and a benefits briefing is hosted the first Thursday of each month from 9 a.m.-noon, with several other opportunities for veterans and their family members. Contact the center for more information.

Contact: Maricar Souza, 969-3833