Calendar for September 24
Arts & Exhibits
ADVERTISING
TODAY, Sept. 24
RETURN OF ‘ALALA: RESTORING THE VOICE OF HAWAII’S NATIVE FORESTS
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: Regular gallery hours through Oct. 9
Details: A multimedia, juried art contest in conjunction with the long-anticipated release of the ‘alala, Hawaii’s native crow, back into the wild. Exhibition will provide extensive education featuring the ‘alala as an important bird in Hawaii’s ecology and native culture and double as a fundraising effort to support this month’s release. Exhibit also will feature a fundraising gala to raise additional support and funds for this important conservation effort. Free, but park fees apply.
Contact: Emily Catey-Weiss, 967-7565, gallery@volcanoartcenter.org
COMING
ART AUCTION FUNDRAISER
Where: Hawaiian Paradise Park
When: 6 p.m. Oct. 1
Details: Hosted by Malamalama Waldorf School. Items from local artists and establishments. An elegant, artistic evening with pupus, wine and music. Tickets are $40 if purchased at the school or $50 if purchased at Basically Books in Hilo or at the door. Contact the school for more information.
Contact: 982-7701, info@hawaiiwaldorf.org
PAINTING WORKSHOP WITH ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE AND PAINTER NOREEN NAUGHTON
Where: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, lobby of the Ohia Wing
When: 10 a.m. Oct. 8 and 12
Details: Naughton will talk about her process of discovering the subject and how she arrives at abstraction while painting in the park. She also will discuss the creative process and how it works for her. Free, but registration is required.
Contact to register: Laura Schuster, 985-6130, laura_c_schuster@nps.gov
“COLOR LITERACY”
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 7 p.m. Oct. 13
Details: Join Dick Nelson for this presentation about the grammar of color. He will discuss color terminology, color deception and interaction, color transformation and give an introduction of the true primary colors. Program part of Thursday Nights at the Center, an evening series focusing on art, Hawaiian culture and the environment. Free, but a $5 donation is greatly appreciated.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
WAIMEA OCEAN FILM FESTIVAL
Where: Mulitple venues; Waimea, Kohala Coast, Kaupulehu-Kona
When: Beginning at 9:30 a.m. Jan. 2, 2017; through Jan. 10
Details: More than 60 films, Q&A filmmaker sessions and more. Festival passes are available online at www.waimeaoceanfilm.org. The 2017 festival program will be posted in mid-December. Cost varies per pass purchased.
Contact: Tania Howard, 854-6095, info@waimeaoceanfilm.org
Classes
TODAY, Sept. 24
SOFT PASTEL STILL LIFE WORKSHOP WITH PATTI PEASE JOHNSON
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 9 a.m. today
Details: Learn about the different types of pastels, different papers, fixing and mounting paper, and backing. Then, use newsprint to get the flow of arm movements to keep loose. Next, you’ll begin forming shapes and move into colors on pastel paper. Students will complete a 10-by-12-inch project. Cost is $50 or $45 for VAC members plus a $10 supply fee per person. Beginner and intermediate artists welcome.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
STAINED-GLASS WORKSHOP
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 9 a.m. today and Sunday, Oct. 1-2 and Oct. 8-9
Details: All the basic techniques will be covered, from glass cutting, foiling, soldering and completing with patina and polishing compound. Glass artists Claudia McCall and Lois Pollock will share their expertise and knowledge, teaching students the skills involved in working safely with stained glass and creating a beautiful, sturdy piece of art. Cost for the six-session workshop is $150 or $135 for VAC members. This workshop is open to beginners and experienced students.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
WASHI CHIGIRI-E JAPANESE ART CLASS
Where: Culture and Arts Department, 28 Shipman St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. today, Nov. 19, Jan. 14, March 18 and May 13 (subject to change)
Details: Learn hakubi washi chigiri-e, a Japanese art form of tearing special hand-dyed handmade washi paper from Japan to create art. Bring your own lunch. Call or email for additional details.
Contact: Janice Higashi, 961-6848, jcahawaii@yahoo.com
YOGA BEGINNER’S SERIES WITH AMANDA WEBSTER
Where: Yoga Centered, 37 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 12:30 p.m. today and Oct. 22
Details: Cost is $15 per class or $60 for series. Learn foundational yoga poses, proper alignment, how to breathe and basic philosophy. Build strength, increase flexibility and gain confidence in your practice.
Contact: Yoga Centered, 934-7233, frontdesk@yogacentered.com
CONTINUING YOGA CLASSES
Where: Hilo Armory, Culture and Education Classroom, 28 Shipman St., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 15
Details: Bring your own mat and towel. Cost for the 10 sessions is $30.
Contact: Morty or Bert, 961-8706, cultureandeducation@hawaiicounty.gov
SUNDAY, Sept. 25
ECKANKAR COMMUNITY HU CHANT
Where: Aloha Wellness Center, 239 Haili St., Hilo
When: 10:30 a.m. Sunday
Details: Do you have an insistent spiritual longing to develop a personal and deep communication with your higher self? Do you have the spiritual tools you need to make it through the tumblings of your daily life? Join spiritually minded people to discover your true potential. Free.
Contact: Evangeline, 498-4455, 333evangeline@gmail.com
MONDAY, Sept. 26
SELF-DEFENSE FITNESS CLASS
Where: Kohala Village Hub, 55-514 Hawi Road, Hawi
When: 9:30 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays
Details: Geared toward street-oriented self-defense and rooted in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Students will learn stance, footwork, striking techniques, defense and much more. For class schedule, visit www.kohalavillagehub.com.
Contact: Kohala Village Hub, 889-0404, info@kohalavillagehub.com
MICROSOFT OFFICE ESSENTIALS COMPUTER TRAINING — CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Where: UH-Hilo, UCB 105, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
Details: This professional development program is designed for working professionals seeking to improve their Microsoft Office skills. Hands-on training in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher. Includes textbook. Cost is $275.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 983-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
PHOTOGRAPHY PART 1 — INTRODUCTION TO DSLR CAMERAS
Where: UH-Hilo, UCB 125, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
Details: Course will introduce essential concepts and photographic techniques necessary to properly operate a DSLR camera. Cost is $125.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 983-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
ZUMBA GOLD CHAIR
Where: YMCA, 300 W. Lanikaula St., Hilo
When: 11 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
Details: Seated Zumba workout. Strengthen your core, increase your range of motion and stamina with this low-impact fitness class that offers the same benefits of Zumba Gold. All welcome.
Contact: Harriet Rocha, 640-3876, har_c1@yahoo.com
“PAINTING WITH PEGGY”
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: Noon on Mondays
Details: Margaret “Peggy” Stanton leads an ongoing series of acrylic painting workshops for artists of all levels. Each three-hour class is a hands-on painting session where participants learn to approach their painting process with a new awareness and understanding of color dynamics and composition. Cost for each session is $20 or $15 for VAC members. Student supply list is available online at www.volcanoartcenter.org or by calling VAC.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
TRADITIONAL WADO KARATE TRAINING
Where: Sangha Hall, 424 Kilauea Ave., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays
Details: Beginners class, 5-6 p.m.; advanced class, 6-7 p.m. Visitors welcome to observe and participate.
Contact: Craig, 987-1465
TUESDAY, Sept. 27
ADVANCE HEALTH CARE DIRECTIVES: DO YOU HAVE ONE?
Where: Aging and Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole St., No. 101, Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Tuesday
Details: Learn how to complete the free advance health care directive form and receive copies of forms and other resources. Free. Call or email to register.
Contact: Tony Kent, 675-2752, akent@ponocorp.com
DANCE IMAGINED
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 10 a.m. Tuesdays through Oct. 4
Details: Explore basic dance technique combined with the pure exhilaration of movement. Smooth, spiky, graceful, flailing, focused, indirect — whatever can be imagined within provides the source for movement without. Cost is $20 or $15 for VAC members per session. No dance experience necessary.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
HULA ‘AUANA CLASSES
Where: Hilo YMCA, 300 W. Lanikaula St., Hilo
When: 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays
Details: All levels welcome. Join the fellowship and exercise for health, fun and the love of hula. Call for registration information.
Contact: Danielle Johnson, 935-3721, daniellej@islandofhawaiiymca.com
ADULT ADVANCED HULA
Where: Hilo Armory, Culture and Education Classroom, 28 Shipman St., Hilo
When: 4 p.m. Tuesdays
Details: There will be nine sessions for a cost of $45. Class focuses on hula through the Hawaiian language and cultural experience.
Contact: Morty or Bert, 961-8706, cultureandeducation@hawaiicounty.gov
INTERMEDIATE HULA
Where: Hilo Armory, Culture and Education Classroom, 28 Shipman St., Hilo
When: 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays
Details: There will be nine sessions for a cost of $45. Class focuses on hula through the Hawaiian language and cultural experience.
Contact: Morty or Bert, 961-8706, cultureandeducation@hawaiicounty.gov
ZUMBA FITNESS
Where: Church of the Holy Apostles, 1407 Kapiolani St., Hilo
When: 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays
Details: Free class. Feel stronger, younger and healthier. Safe, easy-to-follow cardio dancing to Latin-inspired and contemporary hits.
Contact: Dee Torres, 938-9101, dtorres@hawaiiantel.net
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 28
CONTINUING YOGA CLASSES
Where: Hilo Armory, Culture and Education Classroom, 28 Shipman St., Hilo
When: 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Oct. 12
Details: Bring your own mat and towel. Cost for the 10 sessions is $30.
Contact: Morty or Bert, 961-8706, cultureandeducation@hawaiicounty.gov
THURSDAY, Sept. 29
CONTINUING YOGA CLASSES
Where: Hilo Armory, Culture and Education Classroom, 28 Shipman St., Hilo
When: 7 a.m. Thursdays through Oct. 12
Details: Bring your own mat and towel. Cost for the 10 sessions is $30.
Contact: Morty or Bert, 961-8706, cultureandeducation@hawaiicounty.gov
FALL SENIOR LECTURE SERIES
Where: Institute for Astronomy Building, 640 N. Aohoku Place, Hilo
When: 10 a.m. beginning Thursday (Sept. 29)
Details: Series includes lectures on a wide variety of topics, a field trip to the local TV station and a Christmas lunch in December. The first presentation is “Astronomy Outreach for the Big Island” presented by Carolyn Kaichi, who will speak about various outreach events of the Institute for Astronomy for the general public. On Oct. 6, the series takes a field trip to the studios at Na Leo TV.
Contact: Carol Lafond, 339-7270, lafond1584@gmail.com
ADULT BEGINNING HULA LEVEL I
Where: Hilo Armory, Culture and Education Classroom, 28 Shipman St., Hilo
When: 4 p.m. Thursdays
Details: There will be nine sessions for a cost of $45. Class focuses on hula through the Hawaiian language and cultural experience.
Contact: Morty or Bert, 961-8706, cultureandeducation@hawaiicounty.gov
ADULT BEGINNING HULA LEVEL II
Where: Hilo Armory, Culture and Education Classroom, 28 Shipman St., Hilo
When: 5:30 p.m. Thursdays
Details: There will be nine sessions for a cost of $45. Class focuses on hula through the Hawaiian language and cultural experience.
Contact: Morty or Bert, 961-8706, cultureandeducation@hawaiicounty.gov
FRIDAY, Sept. 30
BALLROOM DANCE CLASSES — BEGINNING WALTZ AND MERENGUE
Where: Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana St., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Fridays
Details: Cost is $10 per session. Must be 55 or older.
Contact: J. Lauro, 966-8147
CARD MAKING CLASSES
Where: Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana St., Hilo
When: 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. beginning Friday (Sept. 30)
Details: Learn a variety of techniques and layouts. Class meets for 10 weeks. Register at the office prior to the first class. Cost of $10 covers all 10 classes. Supply fee collected for each project. Open to seniors 55 and older.
Contact: Kim Springer, 987-9982, kimkspringer@gmail.com
BALLROOM DANCE CLASSES — BEGINNING WALTZ AND MERENGUE
Where: Keaau Community Center, behind the Keaau Police Station
When: 6:30 p.m. Fridays
Details: Cost is $10 for each session. Must be 55 or older.
Contact: J. Lauro, 966-8147
COMING
PRUNING DEMYSTIFIED
Where: University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agricultrue and Human Resources, Kona Extension, 79-7381 Mamalahoa Highway, Kailua-Kona
When: 9 a.m. Oct. 1
Details: Cost is $35. In this hands-on workshop, learn proper pruning techniques for a wide range of tropical and subtropical trees to improve their overall health. Dress for fieldwork. Bring hand pruning shears and a small pruning saw.
Contact: CCECS, 932-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
SAFETALK SUICIDE PREVENTION TRAINING
Where: Hospice of Hilo Training Room, 1011 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Oct. 1
Details: Learn how to be suicide alert and connect people at risk to safety. Open to everyone 15 and older, but not recommended for those who have been touched by suicide within a year. Free. Bring lunch.
Contact: Jeanette, 969-1733
PLANT PROPAGATION FUNDAMENTALS
Where: CTAHR, Kona Extension, 79-7381 Mamalahoa Highway, Kailua-Kona
When: 1 p.m. Oct. 1
Details: Cost is $35, or $60 for a discounted package with Pruning Demystified class. Learn the basics of plant propagation, including varietal selection, propagation tools, rooting-out environment, grafting and other methods for rapidly expanding the plant biodiversity for your garden, homestead or farm. Bring seeds you want to propagate or learn about.
Contact: CCECS, 932-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING
Where: UH-Hilo, PB 7, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Oct. 3-6
Details: Learn the basics of computers. Topics range from mouse navigation, opening and closing windows, the internet, saving files, setting up an email and transferring photos from your camera. Cost is $75.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 983-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
PHOTOGRAPHY PART 2 — TECHNIQUES AND COMPOSITION
Where: UH-Hilo, UCB 125, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. Oct 3-6
Details: Designed to provide students with an expansion of the fundamentals of digital photography. This will include camera equipment, procedures and picture-taking techniques. Cost is $125.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 983-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
WIX.COM PART 1: BUILDING CODELESS WEBSITES, INTRODUCTION
Where: UH-Hilo, PB 7, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. Oct. 3, 5 and 7
Details: Creating websites without code will show you how to create a fully operational website with “drag and drop tools” to promote a business, department or simply create a customized website. Cost is $125.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 983-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
“FENG SHUI FOR LOVE AND MONEY”
Where: North Kohala Public Library, 54-3645 Akoni Pule Highway, Kapaau
When: 6:30 p.m. Oct. 3
Details: Clear Englebert will focus on his new book and explain various aspects of feng shui concerned with harmony and prosperity. There will be time for questions and comments. This and Englebert’s previous books will be available for sale, with profits going to the Friends of the Library. Free.
Contact: Janet Lam, 889-6655
DEEP GONG BATH AND KUNDALINI ACTIVATION WITH JADE RAJBIR KAUR
Where: Yoga Centered, 37 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Oct. 4
Details: First Tuesday of the month. Cost is $20 for drop-ins. Warm up with some gentle kundalini yoga and meditations, then relax to an otherworldly journey with a deep gong bath.
Contact: Yoga Centered, 934-7233, frontdesk@yogacentered.com
BIG ISLAND BALLROOM DANCE CLUB FALL CLASSES
Where: Church of the Holy Cross Multipurpose Building, 440 W. Lanikaula St., Hilo
When: 6:30 p.m. Oct. 5 and 12 (registration); class at 7 p.m.
Details: Singles and couples welcome. Classes include hustle, waltz I and salsa II. Cost is $6 per class for the whole session and the final quarter membership fee is $7.50. Call for class schedule.
Contact: Judy, 935-1433
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY BOOT CAMP
Where: Hawaii Innovation Center at Hilo, 117 Keawe St., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Oct. 6
Details: Free. Provides a working knowledge of intellectual property – patents, trade secrets, trademarks, copyright in the U.S. and abroad. Sign up for a 15 minutes consultation after the event. Registration is required at www.hisbdc.org by Oct. 5. Register early. Limited space.
Contact: Lydia Santiago, 933-0776, lydia.santiago@hisbdc.org
SENIOR LECTURES
Where: Na Leo TV station, 91 Mohouli St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Oct. 6
Details: For this week only, meet at the TV station. Na Leo president and CEO Stacy Higa and event coordinator Ann Toledo will give a behind the scenes tour and explanation about how you can become a presenter or producer of programs on Hawaii Island’s public access TV station.
Contact: Carol Lafond, 339-7270, lafond1584@gmail.com
MONTHLY BALL ROLLING WORKSHOP WITH SHANNON SCHAFER
Where: Yoga Centered, 37 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Oct. 6
Details: Cost is $20 for drop-ins. Every first Thursday of the month. Find myofascial release through self massage. New technique focusing on a different part of the body using ball rolling taught each month.
Contact: Yoga Centered, 934-7233, frontdesk@yogacentered.com
COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING
Where: Keaau Community Center, 16-192 Pili Mua St.
When: 8:30 a.m. Oct. 8, 15, 22 and 29
Details: Free and open to the public. In-depth emergency response training course fully funded by FEMA and the Department of Homeland Security as a means of empowering individuals and communities alike to learn and know how to properly respond in an emergency or disaster.
Contact: Patti Pinto, 935-0031, hawaiicert@gmail.com
AHA PUHALA O PUNA LAUHALA WEAVING WORKSHOP
Where: Keaau Community Center, 16-192 Pili Mua St., Keaau
When: 9 a.m. Oct. 8
Details: Projects will include bracelet, slipper, 3-D star, fan or coaster. Bring scissors, a small spray bottle, bag lunch and $5 to $10 for materials. Call or email for more information or to pre-register. Space is limited.
Contact: Aha Puhala o Puna, 238-2554, ahapuhala@gmail.com
WRITING ON THE WILD SIDE
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 9:30 a.m. Oct. 8
Details: Hone your writing skills, explore your creative mind and discover your unique voice in a new writing workshop with popular Big Island writing teacher and award-winning novelist Tom Peek. Social media correspondents, bloggers, storytellers, journal writers and poets will find Peek’s stimulating techniques and exercises empowering. Cost is $75 or $65 for VAC members. Open to all levels and genres. No writing experience is necessary.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
SKEA MAGIC CAMP
Where: Society for Kona’s Education and Art, 84-5191 Mamalahoa Highway, Honaunau
When: 10 a.m. Oct. 10-13
Details: For students ages 10-18. Tuition is $75 for the week (and a SKEA 1 year family membership of $35); discount of $10 if regstered by Oct. 3. Scholarships available.
Contact: Donna Stiles, 328-9392, skea@hawaii.rr.com
BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING
Where: UH-Hilo, PB 7, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Oct. 10-13
Details: Learn the basics of computers. Topics range from mouse navigation, opening and closing windows, the internet, saving files, setting up an email and transferring photos from your camera. Cost is $75.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 983-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS
Where: Workforce Development Division, 1990 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 1 p.m. Oct. 10-14
Details: Designed for those who are completely new to computers or think they need to have more instruction before being confident in using a computer at a new job or at home. Register before Oct. 4. Tuition is $325.
Contact: Debbie Shigehara, 934-2700, deborahs@hawaii.edu
EXPLORING KOREAN CULTURE: CULTURAL HISTORY
Where: UH-Hilo, STB 226, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. Mondays, Oct. 10-24
Details: Cost is $50 or $80 if taken with Exploring Korean Culture: Arts, Food and More (Nov. 7-21). Delve into the fascinating history of Korean culture. Learn about the three kingdoms, Gogoreyo, Joseon and modern history as a window into the culture of the Land of the Morning Calm.
Contact: CCECS, 932-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
WIX.COM PART 2: MULTIPAGE BUSINESS WEBSITE CONSTRUCTION
Where: UH-Hilo, PB 7, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. Oct. 10, 12 and 14
Details: Learn how to properly design and build your business website. Students will use the latest business and marketing website designs, incorporating forms, animation and multimedia elements. Cost is $125.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 983-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
APPLE MAC IMOVIE: MAKING HOME MOVIES
Where: UH-Hilo, UCB 125, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 12:30 p.m. Oct. 11-14
Details: Learn how to create home videos by using iMovie video editing software to edit videos from a digital camera or phone by clipping, cropping, captioning and authoring your video. Cost is $75.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 983-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
MICROSOFT WORD INTRODUCTION
Where: Hawaii Community College, 1175 Manono St., Hilo
When: 1 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday beginning Oct. 11
Details: Course will introduce you to basic word processing skills using Microsoft Word.
Contact: Scott Meng, 934-2700, xianbin@hawaii.edu
GUITAR FUNDAMENTALS, LEVEL 2: STRUMMING AND PICKING
Where: UH-Hilo, UCB 103, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Oct. 11-27
Details: Cost is $80. Continuation of Level 1. New students can join if they are familiar with open position and C Major scale and chords. Discover new strumming and finger picking techniques. Chord progressions will be explored through various exercises designed to establish a strong foundation of techniques stretching across various styles. Acoustic guitar (nylon or steel string) required.
Contact: CCECS, 932-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
WRITING FROM THE SUBCONSCIOUS
Where: UH-Hilo, UCB 104, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Thursdays, Oct. 13-Nov. 10
Details: Cost is $65. Class offers strategies that will help students silence the inner critic, become more creative and surprise themselves with compelling work that isn’t like anything else out there.
Contact: CCECS, 932-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
QIGONG FOR BEGINNERS
Where: Aikido of Hilo, 29 Shipman St., Nov. 203, Hilo
When: 8 a.m. Saturdays, Oct. 15-Nov. 5
Details: Cost is $35. Qi is the energy or natural force that fills the universe and our bodies. Qigong is working to harmonize and balance qi while removing qi blockages.
Contact: CCECS, 932-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
“ORCHIDS AROUND THE WORLD”
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 9 a.m. Oct. 15
Details: Discover where orchids come from and where they will thrive. Learn how to divide and repot your orchid. Cost is $25 or $20 for VAC members. Pre-registration required. Call or email for additional details or to register.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
ZENTANGLE: “ALTERED BOOKS”
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 10 a.m. Oct. 15
Details: Learn fun and creative strategies to “re-create” a book as a personal art journal with Zentangle. Students will be guided through a few simple techniques to assist them in “getting over” the thought of never writing or drawing in a book. Cost is $35 or $30 for VAC members, plus a $10 supply fee. Participants are welcome to bring their own reclaimed book or journal. No artistic experience required.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
EXPERIMENTAL WATERCOLORS WITH PATTI PEASE JOHNSON
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: Noon on Oct. 15
Details: Cost is $50 or $45 for VAC members, plus a $10 supply fee. Beginner and intermediate artists welcome. Call or email to inquire about registration.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
INTUITIVE PAINTING AND YOGA WITH DAVIDA MOORE
Where: Yoga Centered, 37 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 12:30 p.m. Oct. 16
Details: Cost is $35 for drop-ins. Workshop focuses on reconnecting with the flow of nature, emotions and our bodies. Activities will include intuitive water painting, open discussion, a short yoga asana practice that will bring balance to the sacral chakra, breathing exercises and meditation for accessing the sacral chakra and a sharing circle.
Contact: Yoga Centered, 934-7233, frontdesk@yogacentered.com
MICROSOFT OFFICE INTERMEDIATE COMPUTER TRAINING — CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Where: UH-Hilo, UCB 105, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. Oct. 17-21
Details: Topics will include advance formatting, forms, PDF creation, formulas, creation of templates, linking web pages, using objects and much more. Includes textbook. Cost is $275.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 983-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
APPLE GARAGEBAND
Where: UH-Hilo, UCB 125, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Oct. 17-19
Details: Apple’s Garageband is a powerful digital audio workstation software. It’s an easy-to-use program used to make music at home. Bundled with Apple’s OS X, Garageband is included with all Macs. Cost is $195.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 983-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
GARAGEBAND FOR BEGINNERS — RECORD AND MIX MUSIC AT HOME
Where: UH-Hilo, UCB 125, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Oct. 17-19
Details: Produce, record and mix music at home. Apple’s Garageband is a powerful digital audio workstation included with all Macs. Cost is $195, which includes textbook and keyboard MIDI controller.
Contact: CCECS, 932-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH
Where: UH-Hilo, K106, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Oct. 17-Nov. 21 (no class Oct. 31)
Details: Cost is $100. This introductory course will equip students with elementary conversational skills. Focus will be given to Spanish pronunciation and vocabulary.. No prior knowledge of Spanish is necessary.
Contact: CCECS, 932-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
LISTENING AND SPEAKING FOR ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
Where: Hawaii Community College, 1175 Manono St., Building 380, Room 37, Hilo
When: 8:30 a.m. Oct. 19 (testing only)
Details: Intensive eight-week course helps prepare you for work or college. Small classes and experienced teachers. Three levels offered. Classes are Tuesday through Friday. Cost for residents is $275. Call or email for additional details.
Contact: Eri Hall, 934-2698, erihall@hawaii.edu
READING AND VOCABULARY FOR ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
Where: Hawaii Community College, 1175 Manono St., Building 380, Room 37, Hilo
When: 8:30 a.m. Oct. 19 (testing only)
Details: Intensive eight-week course helps prepare you for work or college. Small classes and experienced teachers. Three levels offered. Classes are Tuesday through Friday. Cost for residents is $275. Call or email for additional details.
Contact: Eri Hall, 934-2698, erihall@hawaii.edu
WRITING AND GRAMMAR FOR ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
Where: Hawaii Community College, 1175 Manono St., Building 380, Room 37, Hilo
When: 8:30 a.m. Oct. 19 (testing only)
Details: Intensive eight-week course helps prepare you for work or college. Small classes and experienced teachers. Three levels offered. Classes are Tuesday through Friday. Cost for residents is $275. Call or email for additional details.
Contact: Eri Hall, 934-2698, erihall@hawaii.edu
HOW TO START A SMALL BUSINESS
Where: Hawaii Community College, Manono Campus, Building 379-1, Kaneikeao Room, 1175 Manono St., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Oct. 19
Details: Attendees will learn about entrepreneurship, key ingredients for business success, steps involved in starting your own business, sources of capital and other resources for the start-up business. Cost is $25. Registration required.
Contact: Lydia Santiago, 933-0776, lydia.santiago@hisbdc.org
ECOSOLUTIONS TO GARDEN PESTS AND DISEASES
Where: UH-Hilo, CAB 102, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Oct. 22
Details: Cost is $35. Explore a variety of akamai and hands-on strategies for reducing fertilizer and irrigation costs while maximizing the overall health of your garden ecosystem. Participants will make a few environmentally friendly garden formulations during class, which they will be able to depart with at the end of the workshop.
Contact: CCECS, 932-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
BOTANICAL ART WORKSHOPS WITH LINDA VOROBIK
Where: Society for Kona’s Education & Art, 84-5191 Mamalahoa Highway, Honaunau
When: 11 a.m. Oct. 22-23, 6 p.m. Oct. 25-27, 11 a.m. Oct. 29-30
Details: Three workshops: Basic Botanical Drawing, Advanced Botanical Watercolor, Beginning Botanical Watercolor, respectively. Call SKEA for more information or to register.
Contact: Donna Stiles, 328-9392, skea@hawaii.rr.com
WINDOWS 10 DEMYSTIFIED
Where: UH-Hilo, PB 7, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 1 p.m. Oct. 24-26
Details: Designed for current Microsoft Windows users transitioning to Windows 10. Learn how to personalize user settings, menus, browser options, applications and security features. Cost is $75.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 983-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
CONFLICT RESOLUTION WORKSHOP
Where: Workforce Development Division, 1990 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 8:30 a.m. Oct. 26
Details: Learn how to connect with people and identify common ground so you can develop positive personal and professional relationships. Register before Oct. 17.
Contact: Debbie Shigehara, 934-2700, deborahs@hawaii.edu
PRACTICE INNER NOURISHING QIGONG (MEDICAL QIGONG) FOR CHRONIC PAIN
Where: Hilo Elks Lodge, 150 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays, Oct. 26-Nov. 19
Details: Cost is $65. Registration deadline is Oct 23.
Contact: Jana Ching, 961-6922, jana.hiqi@gmail.com
YOGA NIDRA WITH AMANDA WEBSTER
Where: Yoga Centered, 37 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 5:30 p.m. Oct. 29
Details: Every last Saturday of the month. Cost is $20. Workshop opens with a discussion about the practice of yoga didra, which translates to “the yoga of sleep.” After the discussion, engage in a brief restorative yoga sequence and then practice yoga nidra.
Contact: Yoga Centered, 934-7233, frontdesk@yogacentered.com
WRITING AND GRAMMAR REFRESHER
Where: Workforce Development Division, 1990 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 8:30 a.m. Oct. 31
Details: Learn how to improve your writing skills and avoid common mistakes. For those who need a brush up on writing basics. Interactive exercises will provide an opportunity to put what is learned into practice. Register before Oct. 17.
Contact: Debbie Shigehara, 934-2700, deborahs@hawaii.edu
ARCGIS — GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS REFRESHER COURSE
Where: UH-Hilo, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 3 p.m. Nov. 1-3
Details: This 12-hour tutorial/refresher training is composed of sequential tutorial exercises that provide students with a basic review of ArcGIS. Cost is $125.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 983-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING
Where: UH-Hilo, UCB 125 (Mac) or PB 7 (PC), 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Nov. 2, 4, 7 and 9
Details: Learn the basics of computers. Topics range from mouse navigation, opening and closing windows, the internet, saving files, setting up an email and transferring photos from your camera. Cost is $75.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 983-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
IS IT A SERVICE ANIMAL?
Where: Aging and Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Nov. 10
Details: Workshop explaining Health Department rules, what is a service animal, verification by business owner and internal policy. Light refreshments. Must RSVP; limited seating and no walk-ins. Call or email for additional details or to register.
Contact: Stafford Oyama, 937-9744, stafford.oyama@gmail.com
LIVE YOUR YOGA: KOHALA YOGA RETREAT WITH MOLLY MASAOKA AND AMANDA WEBSTER
Where: Hawaii Island Retreat Center, 250 Lokahi Road, Kapaau
When: 3 p.m. Nov. 10-13
Details: Yoga, meditation, nature, journaling, Ayurveda discussions, self-care practices, community development. Receive 25 hours of continuing education credit recognized by Yoga Alliance from ERYT. Prices vary by date of registration and what accommodations you seek. Call, email or visit Yoga Centered’s website (yogacentered.com) for more information.
Contact: Yoga Centered, 934-7233, frontdesk@yogacentered.com
NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY — FIELD COURSE
Where: UH-Hilo, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 5:30 p.m. Nov. 11-12
Details: Learn how to manipulate your DSLR to take better and more captivating night photos. Cost is $75.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 983-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
ADOBE INDESIGN — INTRODUCTION
Where: UH-Hilo, UCB 125, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. Nov. 14-16
Details: Learn how to use this popular page layout software to design and create professional quality letterhead, business cards, brochures, PDF files that play movies and more. Cost is $75.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 983-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
DYNAMICS OF LEADERSHIP
Where: Office of Housing and Community Development, 1990 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 8 a.m. Nov. 28
Details: Learn how attain the necessary skills to mobilize others to get extraordinary things done, transform values into realities, obstacles into innovations, separateness into solidarity and risks into rewards. Register before Nov. 18.
Contact: Debbie Shigehara, 934-2700, deborahs@hawaii.edu
ACTIVE LISTENING SKILLS
Where: Workforce Development Division, 1990 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 1 p.m. Nov. 28
Details: Learn to become a better listener to improve mutual understanding of supervisors, co-workers, family members or anyone with whom you communicate. Register before Oct. 25.
Contact: Debbie Shigehara, 934-2700, deborahs@hawaii.edu
Clubs
SUNDAY, Sept. 25
HILO BRIDGE CLUB
Where: Eagles Club, 16-111 Opukahaia St., Keaau
When: 12:30 p.m. Sundays
Details: Looking for social bridge players to join us in duplicate bridge. Cost is $5.
Contact: Harry, 965-1391, gailbuck@yahoo.com
TUESDAY, Sept. 27
HILO SUNRISE CHAPTER — BNI NETWORKING MEETING
Where: Hilo Woman’s Club, 7 Lele St., Hilo
When: 7 a.m. Tuesdays
Details: For local business professionals who value word-of-mouth marketing and are seeking to network, refer business to each other and build a better business community.
Contact: Sharla Sare, 430-1787
HILO TOASTMASTERS
Where: 614 Kilauea St., Hilo
When: 12:10 p.m. Tuesdays
Details: Enhance your leadership potential and improve your public-speaking skills. Every Tuesday.
Contact: Chandra Fulton, 938-9148, chandrafulton9@gmail.com
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 28
HILO BRIDGE CLUB
Where: Eagles Club, 16-111 Opukahaia St., Keaau
When: 11 a.m. Wednesdays
Details: Looking for social bridge players to join us in duplicate bridge. Cost is $5.
Contact: Harry, 965-1391, gailbuck@yahoo.com
SIERRA CLUB MEETING
Where: Keaau Community Center, behind the Keaau Police Station
When: 5:30 p.m. Wednesday
Details: Talk story about local environmental issues. Potluck at 5:30 p.m., meeting at 6 p.m.
Contact: Cory Harden, 959-7747
THURSDAY, Sept. 29
PUNA TOASTMASTERS
Where: Pahoa Community Center, 15-2910 Puna Road
When: 5:30 p.m. Thursday
Details: Learn and practice communication and leadership skills in a friendly, fun environment. Guests welcome. Free.
Contact: Tracy Hedgecock, 238-0517, Flowergitha@gmail.com
FRIDAY, Sept. 30
MOUNTAIN VIEW SENIOR GAMES
Where: Mountain View Senior Center, 18-1345A New Volcano Road, Mountain View
When: 10 a.m. Fridays
Details: Mountain View seniors meet to get acquainted and play bingo, mahjong, Shanghai rummy, Sequence and other card and board games. Bring a can of food for prizes. Area residents 55 and older invited.
Contact: June Van Pelt, 967-7417, junvp@juno.com
COMING
HAWAIIAN QUILT CLUB
Where: Keaau Community Center, Old Volcano Road
When: 9 a.m. Oct. 1
Details: Members of the community welcome to attend meeting. Club members will teach you, if you want to learn, to sew a Hawaiian pillow, wall hanging or quilt. Some patterns available
Contact: Merci, 959-7967
PUNA TOASTMASTERS
Where: Hawaiian Acres Community Association, 16-1325 Moho Road, Kurtistown
When: 9:30 a.m. Oct. 1
Details: Learn and practice communication and leadership skills in a friendly, fun environment. Guests welcome. Free.
Contact: Tracy Hedgecock, 238-0517, flowergitha@gmail.com
SENIORS OF PARADISE MEETING
Where: Hawaiian Paradise Park Activity Center, Makuu Drive
When: 9:30 a.m. Oct. 3
Details: Halloween theme. Business meeting will be followed by Halloween games and trivia, bingo and a potluck lunch. Wear a costume or mask. Meets the first Monday of every month. All 55 and older welcome.
Contact: Peggy McKinsey, 333-5286, peggymckinsey@yahoo.com
2016 EAST HAWAII DISABILITY LEGISLATIVE FORUM
Where: Aunty Sally’s Luau Hale, 799 Piilani St., Hilo
When: 3 p.m. Oct. 6
Details: Free. Features a forum with policymakers answering questions about disability-related issues. Provider agencies have prepared booths with information about many available services and supports.
Contact: Jesse Floyd, 936-4061, jesse.floyd@doh.hawaii.gov
DAV CHAPTER 6 MONTHLY MEETING
Where: Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana St., Hilo
When: 11 a.m. Oct. 8
Details: Need help or information about military affairs? Someone in the chapter can assist you. Chapter membership meeting is the second Saturday of each month.
Contact: Jaime Tomas, 961-2764
HILO MEDICAL CENTER RETIREES CLUB
Where: ILWU Hall, 100 W. Lanikaula St., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Oct. 13
Details: Quarterly luncheon meeting and “Mosquito-Borne Illnessess & Hepatitis A” presentation. Bento lunch is $6. Pre-order your lunch with contact caller; pay when you come to the meeting. Caller groups 16, 17 and 18 for desserts.
Contact: Yoli Macadangdang-Nakamura, 896-0265, yolin@hawaii.rr.com
HAWAII PHOTO SHOOTERS
Where: Komohana Agriculture Research and Extension Center, 875 Komohana St., Hilo
When: 6 p.m. Oct. 13
Details: Mary Bowman-DeMent will present a slide show about “Iceland and the Faroe Islands.” Join her for a short journey around Iceland via the Ring Road and then a hop to the Faroe Islands. Free and open to the public.
Contact: Susan Miyasaka, 969-8258, sc_miyasaka@yahoo.com
Health
TODAY, Sept. 24
SENIOR FARMERS MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM 2016 — SENIOR PRODUCE
Where: Various sites
When: Registration ongoing
Details: Applications available online; application assistance available 1-3 p.m. at 40 Holomua St. in Hilo. Applications and assistance also available at the Retired Senior Volunteer Program, or RSVP, from 10 a.m.-noon at 127 Kamana St., Room 5. First come, first served as spaces are limited.
Contact: Claudia Wilcox-Boucher, 933-6030, claudiab@hawaii.edu
MONDAY, Sept. 26
OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS 12 STEP MEETINGS
Where: Serenity House, 15-2579 Pahoa-Keaau Road, Pahoa
When: Noon on Mondays
Details: If willpower is not working, turn to Overeaters Anonymous. This is not a diet or calories club. No dues or fees. Newcomers are welcome.
Contact: 345-2753, viviansuet@hotmail.com
TUESDAY, Sept. 27
OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS 12 STEP MEETINGS
Where: Church of the Holy Apostles, 1407 Kapiolani St., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Tuesdays
Details: It is not a diet club, but a fellowship of people recovering from compulsive overeating. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop eating compulsively. No dues, fees or weigh-ins.
Contact: OA contact, 345-2753
INFORMATIONAL SESSION FOR APPLYING FOR MEDICAID FOR LONG-TERM CARE
Where: NHERC Pavilion, 45-539 Plumeria St., Honokaa
When: 6 p.m. Tuesday
Details: Help for families who want to apply for Medicaid for their loved one’s long-term care at Hale Ho‘ola Hamakua. Light refreshments will be served. Meet with Cassandra Stewart, executive director of Cardon Outreach.
Contact: Kerry Pitcher, 932-4102, kpitcher@hhsc.org
THURSDAY, Sept. 29
OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS 12 STEP MEETINGS
Where: Puna Congregational Church, 16-647 Old Volcano Road, Room 6, Keaau
When: 5 p.m. Thursdays
Details: It is not a diet club, but a fellowship of people recovering from compulsive overeating. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop eating compulsively. No dues, fees or weigh-ins.
Contact: OA contact, 345-2753
FRIDAY, Sept. 30
HILO PARKINSON SUPPORT GROUP
Where: 1055 Kinoole Ave., No. 101, Hilo
When: 2 p.m. Friday
Details: Meets the last Friday of every month. This month, the group will review “conscious” movement instructions from John Pepper and practice what he taught.
Contact: Fran Calvert, 982-7511, fcalvert@hawaiiantel.net
SQUARE DANCING FOR HEALTH AND FITNESS
Where: Clem Akina Park, 159 Wainaku St., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Fridays
Details: Meet new people for fun, fellowship and friendship put to music. Led by Bill Yoeman, ACA certified square dance caller and instructor.
Contact: Bill Yoeman, 968-6091
NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP
Where: Oki Conference Room, 688 Kinoole St., Suite 115A, Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Friday
Details: Helps people gain understanding and empathy for loved ones living with and recovering from mental illness. Join to learn more, connect with others and feel empowered
Contact: Carolyn Oki, 935-3518
COMING
PUBLIC MEETING ABOUT PET BLINDNESS EPIDEMIC
Where: Pahoa Community Center, 15-2910 Puna Road
When: 6 p.m. Oct. 5
Details: An epidemic of eye disease is affecting thousands of animals in East Hawaii, where more than 50 percent of the cats and dogs are developing mysterious white spots and cloudiness in their eyes. Find out the latest information and what you can do to protect your pet’s eyes. Free.
Contact: Sydney Ross Singer, 640-3836, FireAntEye@gmail.com
“US TOO” PROSTATE SUPPORT GROUP, EAST HAWAII CHAPTER
Where: Church of the Holy Cross, 440 W. Lanikaula St., Hilo
When: Noon on Oct. 13
Details: Learn about treatment options available. Members will share their experiences and answer questions. Meetings are the second Thursday of each month.
Contact: Al Manliguis or Wilbert Lau; 935-2723 or 989-8509, respectively
DANIEL K. INOUYE COLLEGE OF PHARMACY ANNUAL HEALTH FAIR
Where: Prince Kuhio Plaza, 111 E. Puainako St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Oct. 22
Details: More than 150 student pharmacists will host education booths, health screenings and giveaways. Participating community organizations include Aloha Care, Bone Marrow Registry, Center for the Study of Active Volcanoes, Crisis Line of Hawaii, Hawaii Island Diabetes Coalition and more.
Contact: Tracey Niimi, 933-7663, tniimi@hawaii.edu
Just for Keiki
TODAY, Sept. 24
KEIKI PLANETARIUM SHOW: SECRET OF THE CARDBOARD ROCKET
Where: ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center, 600 ‘Imiloa Place, Hilo
When: 10 a.m. every Saturday in September
Details: Climb aboard a magical cardboard rocket with two young adventurers and experience a breathtaking, up-close look at each of our solar system’s planets with guidance from a wise Astronomy Book. Great for young children ages 5-10 and their families.
Contact: Front Desk, 932-8901, info@imiloahawaii.org
ROCKET INTO SCOUTING
Where: Shipman Park, Keaau
When: 9 a.m. today
Details: Come learn about the fun of Cub Scouting. Take a look at the Packs available to boys, where they meet and at what time. Join a Pack during the event and get a free rocket. The Boy Scouts of America Council is providing the onetime use engines.
Contact: Leelen Park, 959-0079
COMING
YOUTH ARTS SERIES: FALL BREAK 2016
Where: East Hawaii Cultural Center, 141 Kalakaua St., Hilo
When: 8 a.m. Oct. 10-14
Details: Cost is $40 for the entire series. Immersion program for keiki to explore, learn and create with a variety of passionate local artists. Open to students ages 10-17. Students should bring their own nonperishable lunches. Program will conclude with a student showcase at 3:30 p.m. Oct. 14; open to the public.
Contact: East Hawaii Cultural Center, 961-5711, yas@ehcc.org
LCPCS SECOND ANNUAL SLAM JAM FAMILY DAY
Where: Laupahoehoe Community Public Charter School, 35-2065 Old Mamalahoa Highway, Laupahoehoe
When: 9 a.m. Nov. 19
Details: Enjoy a day with tons of things to do, including a 3-point shootout, 3-on-3 basketball tournament, food, games and more.
Contact: Shantell Urbanozo, 962-2200, shantell.urbanozo@lcpcs.org
Outdoors
SUNDAY, Sept. 25
BIG ISLAND ROCK RACE
Where: Kings Landing, Lehia Park, Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Sunday
Details: First in a series of 1:10 scale radio control crawler races open to all experience levels and ages. Prizes will be awarded plus a free raffle will be open to all drivers and spectators.
Contact: Mike Becher, 989-5465, mikebecher@gmail.com
COMING
CENTENNIAL HIKE: HAWAIIAN ADZE PRODUCTION — LITHIC BLOCK QUARRIES ON KILAUEA
Where: Meet at Kilauea Overlook, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 11 a.m. Oct. 1
Details: Join park ranger Jay Robinson on an easy hourlong hike among the abandoned adze quarry at Kilauea Overlook. Most visitors don’t know this area was showered by large basalt rocks from summit eruptions of 1790, or that Hawaiians coveted the rocks for stone tools. Sturdy footwear, water, rain gear, sun protection and a snack are recommended.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
HAWAI‘I NEI ART ADVENTURE: PALM TRAIL HIKE
Where: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Kahuku Unit
When: 9:15 a.m. Oct. 8
Details: The featured category for this year’s contest is to celebrate the centennial of the National Park Service. Get inspired during this event. This ranger-led hike across the 1868 lava flow reveals the pioneer plants that thrive on new flows and more diverse and established flora in areas with deeper soil. The hike is moderately difficult, 2.5 miles round trip. Carpooling is encouraged. Space is limited; register by Oct. 5. Free.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
CENTENNIAL HIKE: LIDAR SHEDS NEW LIGHT ON HIDDEN GEMS
Where: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, meet at the Ka‘u Desert Trailhead
When: 1 p.m. Oct. 29
Details: Join park rangers on a moderate, 2.5-mile round-trip hike into the Ka‘u Desert and learn how LiDAR has helped rescript the history surrounding the ancient footprints embedded in this landscape. Sturdy footwear, water, rain gear, sun protection and a snack are recommended.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
Pau Hana
TODAY, Sept. 24
OKTOBERFEST DINNER
Where: VFW Post 3830, 15-775 Maluhia Road, Nanawale Estates
When: 6 p.m. today
Details: Grilled bratwurst, sauerkraut, breads, potato salads, red cabbage with apples and ono desserts. Donation of $10. Canteen opens at 5 p.m. All welcome.
Contact: Freda Hart, 965-7032
FRIDAY, Sept. 30
STARGAZING LIVE
Where: ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center, 600 ‘Imiloa Place, Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Friday
Details: View the cold, clear Mauna Kea night sky from the comfort of the ‘Imiloa planetarium. Take a journey to explore the stars and celestial objects from the 9,000-foot level in real time. Cost is $10 general admission; $8 for members.
Contact: Front Desk, 932-8901, info@imiloahawaii.org
COMING
OKTOBERFEST AT KMC
Where: Crater Rim Cafe, Kilauea Military Camp, 99-252 Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 5 p.m. Oct. 1
Details: Enjoy a plated German sausage dinner special with bratwurst, knockwurst, bockwurst, red potatoes and sauerkraut for $13 per person.
Contact: Piilani Galdones, 967-8356, marketing@kmc-volcano.com
Performances
TODAY, Sept. 24
10th ANNUAL PEACE DAY PARADE AND FESTIVAL
Where: Mamane Street, Honokaa
When: 4 p.m. today
Details: Colorful and entertaining celebration with taiko drumming, hula and all kinds of music. Followed with food booths, great music, bon dance, silent auction and more. Special hooponopono-centered activity for young people will be presented by West Hawaii Mediation and the Hamakua Youth Center.
Contact: Miles Okumura, 640-4602, info@peacedayparade.org
SUNDAY, Sept. 25
MUSIC ON THE LAWN
Where: Society for Kona’s Education and Art, 84-5191 Mamalahoa Highway, Honaunau
When: 2 p.m. Sunday
Details: Enjoy an afternoon of live music — country, barbershop quartet, rock, the Beatles and Hawaiian. Food and beverages available. All welcome to join the Kona Kanikapila at 5 p.m. Cost is $5 for adults, children 12 and younger free.
Contact: Donna Stiles, 328-9392, skea@hawaii.rr.com
THURSDAY, Sept. 29
“INEQUALITY FOR ALL”
Where: UH-Hilo, UCB 100 , 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Thursday
Details: University of California at Berkeley professor and former Labor Secretary Robert Reich discusses the grave economic and social consequences that could result if the gulf between rich and poor continues to widen. Discussion after the free video. Free parking.
Contact: Keith Larsen, 319-7506, keithal@hawaii.edu
FRIDAY, Sept. 30
A (MOSTLY) CLASSICAL RECITAL
Where: Church of the Holy Cross, 440 W. Lanikaula St., Hilo
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday
Details: Presented by students from Mark Alan Vocal Works, Mark Sheffield’s voice studio together with singers from his UH-Hilo voice studio. Together with legendary pianist Quack Moore and the new vocal ensemble VOICES, they will bring their unique interpretations of classics and modern favorites to Hilo. Free.
Contact: Mark Sheffield, 238-6049, marksheffield49@yahoo.com
COMING
HILO HEP CATS PRESENT JAZZ MELE BAND
Where: Hilo Elks Lodge, 150 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Oct. 1
Details: Swing dance lesson followed by live music. All ages and dance levels welcome. Admission on a sliding scale at the door; $5-$20.
Contact: Lou Ann Gurney, 982-6012, lagsings@mac.com
“LILI‘UOKALANI AT WASHINGTON PLACE”
Where: Kilauea Visitor Center Auditorium, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 7 p.m. Oct. 4
Details: Jackie Pualani Johnson performs an amazing, one-woman show. Johnson’s performance is taken directly from the writings of Queen Lili‘uokalani, the queen’s family and other historical sources. Part of the ongoing After Dark in the Park series. Free, but park fees apply.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
MUSICAL NOSTALGIA
Where: Aunty Sally’s Luau Hale, 799 Piilani St., Hilo
When: 2 p.m. Oct. 8
Details: Some of the Big Island’s top karaoke singers will perform popular Japanese, English and Hawaiian songs during this year’s 14th annual concert. Tickets are $15 in advance; $20 at the door. Tickets available at the Hawaii Japanese Center, Kamana Senior Center, KTA Super Stores, Hilo Hongwanji, Hilo Daijingu and Asami’s Kitchen. Proceeds benefit the Hawaii Japanese Center.
Contact: Hiroshi Suga, 934-9611, contact@hawaiijapanesecenter.com
HULA KAHIKO WITH KUMU HULA MICAH KAMOHOALI‘I WITH HALAU NA KIPU‘UPU‘U
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 10:30 a.m. Oct. 15
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 encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mats. Free, but park fees apply.
Contact: Desiree Cruz, 987-7288, volcanohula@gmail.com
“H2O, THE STORY OF WATER AND HAWAII”
Where: Kahilu Theatre, Waimea
When: 4 p.m. Oct. 16 and 7 p.m. Oct. 21
Details: Season finale for the Honolulu Theatre for Youth. This sweeping musical will immerse school and public audiences in a celebration of our islands’ most precious resource.
Contact: HTY, 808-885-6868
BERT NAIHE IN CONCERT
Where: Kilauea Visitor Center Auditorium, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 6:30 p.m. Oct. 19
Details: Naihe will perform songs from his CD “You’re the One” and catchy versions of other favorite tunes. Part of the ongoing Na Leo Manu (Heavenly Voices) presentations. Free, but park fees apply.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
DENNIS AND CHRISTY SOARES PERFORM
Where: Crater Rim Cafe, Lava Lounge, Kilauea Military Camp, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 6 p.m. Oct. 22
Details: An evening of delightful music (contemporary, folk, Hawaiian, original and more). No cover.
Contact: Dennis Soares, 345-1800, dennis_soares@hotmail.com
SEVENTH ANNUAL KTA HAUNTED HOUSE
Where: KTA Super Stores, 50 E. Puainako St., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Oct. 28-31; 7 p.m. costume contest Oct. 31 (Halloween)
Details: Free to the public. Donations of nonperishable food items will be accepted at the entrance. Costumes in the contest must be homemade; prizes will be awarded for first through sixth place.
Contact: Tony Armstrong, 959-9111, tonic7722@yahoo.com
KONA ROCKTOBERFEST 2016
Where: King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel Luau Grounds, 75-5660 Palani Road, Kailua-Kona
When: 5 p.m. Oct. 29
Details: Big Island’s best rock bands perform live. Also featuring dancing, improv comedy, Pau Maui vodka tasting, costume contests, chicken dance and fun games for cash and liquid prizes under the stars.
Contact: Douglas Mallardi, 333-4341, douglas.mallardi@gmail.com
All Kine Stuffs
TODAY, Sept. 24
SLEEP TRAIN’S SHOE DRIVE FOR FOSTER KIDS
Where: Sleep Train, 708 Kanoelehua Blvd., Hilo
When: Regular store hours through Oct. 30
Details: Help ensure local foster children have shoes for school and play. Donate new shoes in all sizes.
Contact: Sleep Train, 877-889-3452, philanthropy@sleeptrain.com
NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY
Where: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 9 a.m. today
Details: Park entrance will be free, and volunteers on this day will receive a pass to return and enjoy the park fee-free on another day of their choosing.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
STARS REMEMBRANCE LUNCHEON
Where: Aupuni Conference Center, 101 Pauahi St., Suite 1, Hilo
When: Noon on today
Details: A time of tribute to victims of homicide and allows families, friends and others to come together with those who suffered similar tragedies. It is important people know these victims are not forgotten. RSVP to the number/email below.
Contact: Tim Hansen, 961-0466, timothy.hansen@hawaiicounty.gov
SUNDAY, Sept. 25
FARMERS MARKET AT HAMAKUA HARVEST
Where: Intersection of Mamane Street and Highway 19, Honokaa
When: 9 a.m. Sundays
Details: Features local farmers, fresh produce, artisanal products and ono food. Weekly entertainment, workshops, informational booths and youth-focused activities. SNAP/EBT purchases welcomed.
Contact: Lori Beach, 896-2151, info@hamakuaharvest.org
FREE DOG TRAINING AND SOCIAL EVENT EVERY SUNDAY
Where: Queen Liliuokalani Gardens, Banyan Drive, Hilo
When: 2 p.m. Sundays
Details: Come join the fun and share the love. Goals are problem solving via free training instruction and tools and offering an advanced socialization experience. Bring a bowl for water.
Contact: Carl Oguss, 933-9763, easthawaiidogpsychologycenter@yahoo.com
MONDAY, Sept. 26
READ FOR PEACE
Where: Honokaa Library, 45-3380 Mamane St., Honokaa
When: 5 p.m. Monday
Details: Free. This year’s book selection is “All the Light We Cannot See” by Anthony Doerr. The book tells the story of a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths collide in occupied France as both try to survive the devastation of World War II. Call the library as soon as possible if a sign language interpreter or other special accommodation is needed.
Contact: Library, 775-8881, info@peacedayparade.org
TUESDAY, Sept. 27
MCDONALD’S THANKS TEACHERS
Where: All participating McDonald’s restaurants
When: Tuesdays through September
Details: Teachers get a free medium cup of hot or iced McCafe Royal Kona Blend. No purchase necessary. Teachers must present their valid 2016 school ID upon ordering. Limit one free cup per person, per visit.
Contact: Sherri Rigg, 782-5180, srigg@commpac.com
CENTENNIAL SERIES AFTER DARK IN THE PARK: HAWAIIAN ADZE PRODUCTION AND LITHIC BLOCK QUARRIES ON KILAUEA
Where: Kilauea Visitors Center Auditorium, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 7 p.m. Tuesday
Details: Park archaeologist Caleb Houck shares his knowledge. Learn how Hawaiians crafted fine-grained basalt rock into tools after the 1790 summit eruptions, why Hawaiians prized these rocks and how archaeologists rediscovered the quarries centuries later.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 28
MAKE A HAWAIIAN BROOM
Where: Kilauea Visitors Center lanai, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 10 a.m. Wednesday
Details: Learn to make a pulumi ni‘au alongside park rangers. Fashioned from coconut leaf midribs. Free. Part of HVNP’s ‘Ike Hana No‘eau (Experience the Skillful Work) workshops.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
TALK STORY WITH THE EAST SIDE SPINNERS
Where: Hilo Public Library, 300 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Wednesday
Details: Come and experience handspinning.
Contact: Claire Seu, 933-8890, claire.seu@librarieshawaii.org
THURSDAY, Sept. 29
GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS
Where: Center for Spiritual Living, Hawaiian Paradise Park
When: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays
Details: A new group for people who have a desire to stop gambling. Every Thursday.
Contact: Lucinda, 509-930-6329, 1lukiluci@gmail.com
FRIDAY, Sept. 30
STEWARDSHIP AT THE SUMMIT
Where: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 9 a.m. Friday
Details: Volunteer to protect the Hawaiian rain forest. Remove invasive, non-native plants that prevent native species from growing. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and long pants. Bring hat, rain gear, day pack, snacks, water. Gloves/tools provided. No advance registration required. Free, but park fees apply. Call or email for additional information.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
COMING
WAIAKEA HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1981 GARAGE SALE/BENEFIT
Where: 785 Hoolala Place, Hilo
When: 7 a.m. Oct. 1
Details: Items to please all ages. Books, clothes, household items, kitchenware, toys and more.
Contact: Claire (Aburamen) Isemoto, 339-5769, cracka63@hotmail.com
PAPAIKOU HONGWANJI FALL RUMMAGE SALE
Where: YBA Hall, 27-376 Old Mamalahoa Highway, Papaikou
When: 7 a.m. Oct. 1
Details: Items will include clothing, kitchenware, household items, books, records, small electronics, fabric, toys, etc. Money raised will support temple repairs and projects.
Contact: May Navarro, 936-6283, grelama1@msn.com
A DAY OF MINDFULNESS
Where: Honokaa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple, 45-516 Lehua St., Honokaa
When: 9:30 a.m. Oct. 1
Details: Experience guided sitting and walking meditation, a Dharma discussion with Q&A and a mindful, silent meal. RSVP to phone number or email below. Free (donations gratefully accepted).
Contact: Fred Burian, 775-1064, fredburian@msn.com
UKULELE: A BRIEF HISTORY AND A SAMPLING OF PLAYING STYLES
Where: Kilauea Theater, Kilauea Military Camp, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 10 a.m. Oct. 1
Details: Byron Yasui shares the various ukulele styles he grew up with as a living history interpretation of the instrument’s varied history. For ukulele players of moderate to advanced level. Free, but park fees apply and registration is required. Call or email to register.
Contact: Laura Schuster, 985-6130, laura_c_schuster@nps.gov
SAVE ANUENUE PLAYGROUND
Where: Anuenue Playground, Lindsey Road, Waimea
When: 10 a.m. Oct. 1
Details: Friends of Anuenue Playground is hosting a fundraiser to help rescue and rebuild this special, popular playground. Ono lunch and snack offerings, live music, keiki-friendly entertainment, drawings for prizes and a “rainbow” opportunity for children to participate in an Anuenue Art Project to be installed at the playground once the rebuild is complete.
Contact: Michele Sullivan, 938-9050, msullivan808@gmail.com
NA PA‘AHANA HULA (TOOLS OF HULA)
Where: Kilauea Visitor Center lanai, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 10 a.m. Oct. 5
Details: Learn about the beautiful implements that accompany traditional hula and ‘oli (chant). Part of ‘Ike Hana No‘eau (Experience the Skillful Work) workshops. Free, but park fees apply.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
ALOHA FRIDAY ON THE PORCH
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 11 a.m. Oct. 7
Details: Volcano-area musician Wes Awana shares his love of ukulele and Hawaiian music by giving family friendly lessons. Free, but park fees apply.
Contact: Alyssa Johnasen, 967-8222, alyssa@volcanoartcenter.org
HAWAII COMMUNITY COLLEGE ALUMNI AND FRIENDS FUNDRAISER BREAKFAST AND COUNTRY STORE
Where: Manono campus cafeteria, 1175 Manono St., Hilo
When: 6:30 a.m. Oct. 8
Details: Tickets are $6 and can be purchased at the event or by calling Anne Chung at 934-2547 or email archung@hawaii.edu. Proceeds go toward the HCC Alumni and Friends Endowment, which supports student scholarships.
Contact: Bobby Yamane, 934-2553, yamaner@hawaii.edu
KAUMANA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ANNUAL PTSA-SPONSORED RUMMAGE SALE
Where: Kaumana Elementary School cafeteria, 1710 Kaumana Drive, Hilo
When: 7 a.m. Oct. 8
Details: Hoping to offer some plants this year. Sorry, no vegetables, fruits or flowers. Variety of items donated by community and school ohana. Prices are reasonable. Benefits Kaumana Elementary students. Donations will be accepted 2:30-5 p.m. Oct. 6 and 2:30-6 p.m. Oct. 7. If possible, donations on Friday preferred. Tax deductible receipts will be given upon request for donations. Not accepting TVs, monitors, CPUs and other large computer items.
Contact: Noelani Spencer, 974-4190, noelani_spencer@notes.k12.hi.us
CHRISTIAN LIBERTY ACADEMY HARVEST FAIR
Where: Lower Campus, 16-675 Milo St., Keaau
When: 7 a.m. Oct. 8
Details: Games for children, a waterslide, plant sales, rummage sales, cake walks, ono snacks, a livestock auction and the steak fry. Prizes include anything from backpacks and flowers to hotel and restaurant gift certificates. Open to everyone. The rummage sale begins the day, with the other events/activities beginning at 9 a.m. Tickets for the steak fry are being sold in advance, but plates can be purchased during the event.
Contact: Alden Arakaki, 966-8445, aarakaki@clahawaii.org
ANNUAL BAZAAR
Where: Puna Hongwanji Mission, 16-492 Old Volcano Road, Keaau
When: 8 a.m. Oct. 8
Details: Annual fundraiser. Rummage sale, baked goods market, fresh produce and bags of cinder.
Contact: Sam Horiuchi, 966-9981, sammh@hawaiiantel.net
ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL 29TH ANNUAL COUNTRY FAIR
Where: St. Joseph School, 1000 Ululani St., Hilo
When: 8 a.m. Oct. 8
Details: This fundraiser will include carnival-style games, keiki express train, bounce houses, live entertainment and more. Ono island-style food, great values on plants and produce, cinder, baked goods, homemade pickles and preserves plus prize giveaways throughout the day.
Contact: Fayth Paekukui, 933-1459, fpaekukui@sjshilo.org
HO‘OLAULE‘A
Where: New Hope Puna, 15-3083 Pahoa-Kapoho Road, Pahoa
When: 9 a.m. Oct. 8
Details: Lots of booths, food, crafts, plants and shave ice. Free entertainment and children’s games.
Contact: Chaslen Ganir, 430-6010, mahalokeakua777.chg@gmail.com
“PICTURE BRIDE” BY MIKE MALAGHAN
Where: Basically Books, 160 Kamehameha Ave., Hilo
When: 1 p.m. Oct. 8
Details: Follows Haru from the shrines of Kyushu, Japan, to the shores of Hawaii in the early 1900s and tells the story of Japanese immigrants who survived and thrived against great odds in a new homeland.
Contact: Christine Reed, 961-0144, bbinfo@hawaiiantel.net
WAIAKEA HIGH SCHOOL 40TH ANNIVERSARY LUNCHEON
Where: WHS cafeteria, 155 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 11 a.m. Oct. 9
Details: Cost is $20. Come reminisce with current and retired staff and alumni.
Contact: Donna Tanabe, 974-4888, ext. 362
ANNUAL FRIENDS OF PAHOA LIBRARY BOOK SALE
Where: Pahoa Library, 15-3070 Pahoa-Kalapana Road, Pahoa
When: 1 p.m. Oct. 10 and 9 a.m. Oct. 11
Details: Lots of fiction, nonfiction, some Hawaiiana, cookbooks and other special interest books for sale, as well as an eclectic collection of CDs.
Contact: Lee Maniscalco, 965-7182, leelani2@aol.com
DISCOVERERS’ DAY CELEBRATION
Where: Akebono Theater, Pahoa
When: 7 p.m. Oct. 10
Details: Benefit supports operations of Puna Community Medical Center. Features the Kalapana ‘Awa Band and hula performances, silent and live auctions, no-host bar and light refreshments, door prizes and book-signing. No advance tickets; $10 suggested donation.
Contact: Rene Siracusa, 965-2000, renesiracusa@hotmail.com
ALOHA FRIDAY ON THE PORCH
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 11 a.m. Oct. 14
Details: Master lei maker Randy Lee uses a variety of natural materials to fashion gorgeous lei from the freshest fern, leaves and flowers he gathers from the rain forests of Panaewa. Enjoy the skill and wonderful stories this well-respected practitioner has to offer. Free, but park fees apply.
Contact: Alyssa Johnasen, 967-8222, alyssa@volcanoartcenter.org
UKULELE KANI KA PILA WITH BYRON YASUI
Where: Kilauea Theater, Kilauea Military Camp, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 10 a.m. Oct. 15
Details: Bring your ukulele to this workshop for players of all skill levels. The objective is to have fun and learn easy-to-finger chords as an accompaniment to singing simple songs. Free, but park fees apply and registration is required. Call or email to register.
Contact: Laura Schuster, 985-6130, laura_c_schuster@nps.gov
LILIKOI FESTIVAL
Where: Makuu Market, Highway 130 between Keaau and Pahoa
When: 10 a.m. Oct. 15
Details: Fundraiser for the Center for Spiritual Living. Lilikoi cooking contest with prizes. Tastings, silent auction, children’s activities, entertainment, food and vendors as well. Now seeking cooking contest entrants and food and general vendors.
Contact: Ray Ryan, 494-2032, strutter67@hotmail.com
NA MEA HULA WITH KUMU AB VALENCIA AND HALAU HULA KALEHUAKI‘EKI‘EIKA‘IU
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 11 a.m. Oct. 15
Details: In conjunction with hula kahiko performances. 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 park fees apply.
Contact: Desiree Cruz, 987-7288, volcanohula@gmail.com
KONA COUNTRY CLUB JUNIOR GOLF TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER
Where: Kona Country Club, 78-7000 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona
When: 7:30 a.m. Oct. 16
Details: Entry fee is $130 per person, which includes green fee, cart, continental breakfast, lunch, closest to the pin contest entry and two mulligan. Registration starts at 6:30 a.m. Also ways to be sponsors or prize donors. Entry forms available at the country club or from any junior golfer.
Contact: Peggy Ciriako, 937-2380, peggyciriako@gmail.com
A DREAM COME TRUE ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT ICE CREAM PARTY FUNDRAISER
Where: Aunty Sally’s Luau Hale, 799 Piliani St., Hilo
When: 11 a.m. Oct. 16
Details: Benefits seriously and terminally ill Big Island keiki. Live music, children’s games, lucky number drawings and more. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door.
Contact: Jean Miyamoto, 430-9815, jamiyamoto@gmail.com
18TH ANNUAL TASTE OF HILO
Where: Sangha Hall, 398 Kilauea Ave., Hilo
When: 1 p.m. Oct. 16
Details: Featuring culinary delights of more than 35 chefs, restaurants, patisseries and beverage distributors. Sponsored by the Japanese Chamber of Commerce, a portion of proceeds goes to support Hawaii Community College. Tickets are $50 presale, $65 at the door, subject to availability.
Contact: Lei Fujiyama-Pillars, 934-0177, jccih@jccih.org
“ASTRONOMY’S LIMITLESS JOURNEY”
Where: Basically Books, 160 Kamehameha Ave., Hilo
When: 6 p.m. Oct. 17
Details: Astrophysicist and UH-Manoa Institute for Astronomy director Günther Hasinger takes readers on a journey to the far reaches of the universe. Followed by an outreach discussion by Carolyn Kaichi.
Contact: Christine Reed, 961-0144, bbinfo@hawaiiantel.net
AFTER DARK IN THE PARK WITH ARTISTS-IN-RESIDENCE BYRON YASUI AND NOREEN NAUGHTON
Where: Kilauea Visitor Center Auditorium, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 7 p.m. Oct. 18
Details: The artists will speak about the creative process and how Hawaii informs and inspires their different art forms. Free, but park fees apply.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
ALOHA FRIDAY ON THE PORCH
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 11 a.m. Oct. 21
Details: Kumu hula of Halau Ke Ola o Ka Lani, Moses Kaho‘okele Crabbe, will share his extensive knowledge to teach the basics of hula, language and chant. Free, but park fees apply.
Contact: Alyssa Johnasen, 967-8222, alyssa@volcanoartcenter.org
AFTER DARK IN THE PARK: LIDAR SHEDS NEW LIGHT ON HIDDEN GEMS
Where: Kilauea Visitor Center Auditorium, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 7 p.m. Oct. 25-26
Details: LiDAR (light detection and ranging) technology is used to digitize archaeological resources including ancient footprints, petroglyph fields and agricultural systems. Join park archaeologist Dusten Robbins to learn how the park uses LiDAR in managing cultural resources and about future uses of this exciting technology.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
ULANA NIU (COCONUT LEAF PLAITING)
Where: Kilauea Visitor Center Auditorium, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 10 a.m. Oct. 26
Details: Learn to make fun and creative trinkets out of coconut leaves to take home. Park rangers and staff from the Hawaii Pacific Parks Association will share their knowledge of this beloved Polynesian tradition. Part of the ‘Ike Hana No‘eau (Experience the Skillful Work) workshops. Free, but park fees apply.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
ALOHA FRIDAY ON THE PORCH
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 11 a.m. Oct. 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 park fees apply.
Contact: Alyssa Johnasen, 967-8222, alyssa@volcanoartcenter.org
ROLLER DERBY
Where: Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium, 323 Manono St., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Oct. 29
Details: The Paradise Roller Girls final bout of 2016. Doors open at 2 p.m. Family friendly. Cost is $5 for adults; keiki 5 and younger are free. Junior derby teams also will showcase their skills. Find more information on the Roller Girls Facebook page at www.facebook.com/paradiserollergirls/.
Contact: Hannah Hawkins, 503-887-7647, pr.paradiserollergirls@gmail.com
SERVICE AND THERAPY DOG CERTIFICATION
Where: Varies depending on the training for the day, Hilo
When: 2 p.m. beginning Nov. 5
Details: Class lasts 10 weeks and includes holiday activities and visits to local health and retirement facilities, stores and community events. Cost is $250, which is refundable at the end of training upon successful completion of the course. Payment and registration due by Oct. 14. Registration is limited to 10 dog-and-handler teams.
Contact: East Hawaii Dog Psychology Center, 933-9763, easthawaiidogpsychologycenter@yahoo.com
ONGOING
AL-ANON EAST HAWAII
Where: Various locations
When: Various times
Details: Are you troubled by someone’s drinking? Call for free support, meeting places and times. For more information, visit www.afghawaii.org.
Contact: Dana C., 430-6653, dr.easthawaii@gmail.com
LIBRARY BENEFIT BOOKSTORE
Where: Hilo Public Library, 300 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesdays
Details: All proceeds go to benefit the Hilo Public Library. Hardbacks for $1, paperbacks for 50 cents.
Contact: Dale R. Huber, 966-4386, dalerhuber@gmail.com
HILO VETERANS CENTER
Where: 70 Lanihuli St., Suite No. 2, Hilo
When: 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays
Details: Hilo Veterans Center has new office hours. 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. Also available are: shore fishing group, kanakapila group, art therapy group, stand-up paddling group, various golf activities, yoga, tai chi and a book club.
Contact: Maricar Souza, 969-3833
