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