Calendar for April 11
Arts
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TODAY, April 11
KONA HARP ENSEMBLE SPRING PEACE CONCERT
Where: Hawaiian Queen Coffee Garden, 75-1048 Henry St., Kailua-Kona
When: 6 p.m. today
Details: The Kona Harp Ensemble is composed of three harpists, vocals, synthesizer, flutes and percussion. Featuring beautiful original and traditional compositions. Cost is $15 for ‘Imiloa members and $20 for nonmembers.
Contact: Manuel Roberto, 329-3733, mrobe91000@aol.com
SUNDAY, April 12
KONA HARP ENSEMBLE SPRING PEACE CONCERT
Where: ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center, 600 Imiloa Place, Hilo
When: 11 a.m. Sunday
Details: The Kona Harp Ensemble is composed of three harpists, vocals, synthesizer, flutes and percussion. Featuring beautiful original and traditional compositions. Cost is $15 for ‘Imiloa members and $20 for nonmembers.
Contact: Manuel Roberto, 329-3733, mrobe91000@aol.com
THURSDAY, April 16
“KA HANA KAPA” — DOCUMENTARY FILM ON THE HISTORY OF KAPA
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 7 p.m. Thursday
Details: “Ka Hana Kapa” documents the history of kapa in Hawaii and follows the complex process from start to finish. A panel discussion will follow the film. This event is free, however, donations are appreciated.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
FRIDAY, April 17
NA KUANA‘IKE PAHEONA O HAWAI‘I — ARTISTIC PERSPECTIVES OF HAWAI‘I
Where: Lyman Museum, 276 Haili St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Friday
Details: This special exhibit features artists’ perspectives of nature and culture in Hawaii by joining 18th- and 19th-century paintings and prints with 20th- and 21st-century works by painters, printmakers and photographers.
Contact: Rachel Pierson, 935-5021, membership@lymanmuseum.org
Classes
TODAY, April 11
IYENGAR YOGA (BASICS)
Where: Conference room, 2nd floor, Hilo Betsuin, 398 Kilauea Ave., Hilo
When: 11 a.m. today
Details: Every Saturday 11 a.m. -12.30 p.m. Learn yoga with precision, alignment and awareness. You get clear systematic instructions and demonstration. Your poses will be corrected. Come and be challenged. For beginners or those with some experience. Drop-in $10, $35 for four-class pass (valid for 30 days), $6/class for student. Please bring your own yoga mat.
Contact: Aziani Ismail, 989-5773, aziani.ismail@gmail.com
AWAKENING VISION: ANJA CHAKRA YOGA WORKSHOP
Where: Balancing Monkey Yoga Studio, 1221 Kilauea Ave., Hilo
When: Noon today
Details: Part six of Illuminating the Inner Body: Chakras Workshop Series. Anja: “Command eye.” In-depth exploration of the rasa (energetic mood) of the third eye (Anja chakra). Practice will include a discussion about the third eye, emotional holding patterns, and how to heal imbalances through yoga. Asana focus is on long holds, forward bends, inversions and restorative. Purificatory mantra, pranayama, mudra, and trataka (steady gaze) meditation are also an integral part of this workshop. Intermediate/Advanced.
Contact: Balancing Monkey Yoga Studio, 633-8555, aloha@balancingmonkeyyoga.com
STRICTLY HIPS WITH GRETCHEN ANDREWS
Where: Yoga Centered, 37 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 5:30- 7:30 p.m. today
Details: Join Gretchen Andrews for a two-hour yoga practice on hip opening. Postures will be held for a longer period of time, to get deep into the hips. Leave feeling open, restored and ready for spring.
Contact: Yoga Centered, 934-7233, frontdesk@yogacentered.com
SUNDAY, April 12
ACCELERATED ACROYOGA IMMERSION
Where: Balancing Monkey Yoga Studio, 1221 Kilauea Ave., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Sunday
Details: Beginner brush-up, noon-3 p.m., $15; Intermediate, $45. Both for $55. This workshop is designed to strengthen your awareness of your own body by engaging in dynamic cooperation with other bodies. Our goal is to inspire growth beyond the beginner level. We are looking for participants who have a strong yoga practice to join us on this journey. Be prepared with an open mind and open heart as we bend and balance, stretch and fly.
Contact: Balancing Monkey Yoga Studio, 633-8555, aloha@balancingmonkeyyoga.com
WORKSHOP ON RAISING HOGS
Where: UH Agriculture Facility, Panaewa Stretch, Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Sunday
Details: Learn how to raise, show and judge a market hog with the Hawaii County 4H Livestock Association. Event is open to the public.
Contact: Guy Galimba, 938-1625
FIFTY SHADES OF TEA
Where: ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center, 600 ‘Imiloa Place, Hilo
When: 2 p.m. Sunday
Details: Partake in a traditional cream tea with JoAnn Aguirre. Learn about the intensity and nuances of tea’s color, how it gives insight into their place of origin, their seasons of plucking, and their intrinsic characters. $15 for members and $23 for nonmembers
Contact: Front Desk, 969-9703, info@imiloahawaii.org
MEDICINE FOR THE MIND BUDDHIST MEDITATION
Where: Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 4 p.m. Sunday
Details: Experience the authentic teachings of Buddha and practice meditation. No experience necessary. Class is free and everyone is welcome, including beginning and experienced mediators, Buddhists and non-Buddhists. Dress warmly.
Contact: Patty Johnson, 985-7470, joyfulpath@aol.com
MONDAY, April 13
TRADITIONAL WADO KARATE TRAINING
Where: Sangha Hall, 424 Kilauea Ave., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Monday
Details: Traditional Japanese wado karate training. Monday and Wednesday, 5-6 p.m. beginners class, 6-7 p.m. advance class. Visitors welcome to observe all classes.
Contact: Craig, 987-1465
WAIMEA BALLROOM DANCE CLUB LINDY HOP LESSONS
Where: Kahilu Town Hall, 67-1187 Lindsey Road, Waimea
When: 7 p.m. Monday
Details: The Waimea Ballroom Dance Club announces Lindy Hop lessons. Registration first two weeks only starting at 6:30 p.m. for six weeks of lessons, Mondays from 7-8 p.m. Half-hour practice mixer at 8 p.m. No partner necessary. Lance Oliver, instructor. Only $20 for all six lessons, $25 annual dues for new members.
Contact: Peter In, 885-4776, hipai@aol.com
TUESDAY, April 14
IPAD OVERVIEW FOR SENIORS 50+ YEARS
Where: SeniorNet, 2nd floor, Room 201, 891 Ululani St., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Tuesday
Details: Learn the basic functions of your iPad, how to surf the Internet, how to read and send emails with photos attached. Provide your own iPad, Apple user ID and password. Class fee $54 plus $44 annual membership fee.
Contact: June Knell, 974-7603, cyberlu@gmail.com
IYENGAR YOGA (BASICS)
Where: Conference room, 2nd floor, Hilo Betsuin, 398 Kilauea Ave., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Tuesday
Details: For beginners and those with some experience. Learn yoga with precision, alignment and awareness in every pose. You get clear instructions and demonstrations, and your poses will be corrected. Come and be challenged. For beginners or those with some experience. Drop-in $10, $35 for four-class pass (valid for 30 days), $6/class for student (ID needed). Please bring your own yoga mat.
Contact: Aziani Ismail, 989-5773, aziani.ismail@gmail.com
ZUMBA FITNESS
Where: YMCA, 300 West Lanikaula St. (across UH-Hilo), Hilo
When: 5:30 p.m. Tuesday
Details: Join the fun every Tuesday. Feel stronger, younger and healthier. Zumba combines various levels of dance to achieve ultimate full-body, muscle-toning benefits to arms, abs, legs, glutes and, most importantly, your heart with easy-to-follow cardio-dance steps. $3.
Contact: Dee Torres, 938-9101, dtorres@hawaiiantel.net
WEDNESDAY, April 15
PUBLIC LECTURE: RAT LUNGWORM DISEASE — COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS TO ADVANCE RESEARCH AND EDUCATION
Where: University of Hawaii at Hilo, UCB 100, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday
Details: At least 60 cases of rat lungworm disease have been documented in humans in Hawaii, most of them originating from the Puna district. While symptoms can be mild and flu-like, there have been many severe cases that have resulted in long-term disability and even death. This presentation, led by Dr. Sue Jarvi, who has been conducting genetic studies of infectious diseases in Native Hawaiian birds for more than 15 years and founded the Hawaii Island RLWD Working Group in 2011. Since then she has become one of the country’s foremost leaders on RLWD research and education.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 974-7664, ccecs@hawaii.edu
TEAM-BUILDING, LEADERSHIP AND COACHING
Where: University of Hawaii at Hilo Campus Center, Room 306 , 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 8:30 a.m. Wednesday
Details: This innovative one-day team-building workshop is designed to teach you powerful employee coaching methods to turn even problem employees into super productive, motivated winners. Make your team members want to give 110 percent — for themselves and for their team.
Contact: CCECS, 974-7664, luisac@hawaii.edu
BIBDC BALLROOM DANCE CLASSES
Where: Church of the Holy Cross, 440 W. Lanikaula St., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Wednesday
Details: Everyone is welcome, including beginners. Registration starts at 6:30 p.m. Classes being taught on Wednesday nights include East Coast swing, waltz and samba.
Contact: Violet Oliver, 938-0691
THURSDAY, April 16
AIKIDO FOR TEENS AND ADULTS
Where: Aikido of Hilo, 29 Shipman St., Hilo
When: 6:30 p.m. Thursday
Details: Learn the Japanese martial art of peace and reconciliation. Classes meet 6:30-7:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m. Wednesday. At 3 p.m. Sunday there is a beginning weapons class, an advanced weapons class at 3:45 p.m. and an open-hand class at 4:45 p.m. Aikido of Hilo is a nonprofit organization dedicated to training and teaching the art of aikido in the Hilo area and spreading the way of harmony worldwide.
Contact: Barbara Klein, 935-2454, aikidoofhilo@hawaiiantel.net
FRIDAY, April 17
YOGA INTENSIVE WEEKEND WITH HEATHER HEINTZ
Where: Balancing Monkey Yoga Studio, 1221 Kilauea Ave., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Friday
Details: 7-10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sunday. Cost $200 for entire weekend, individual days are not available. You do not earn teacher training credit for participating. Minimum two years of yoga practice to participate. See www.BalancingMonkeyYoga.com for complete list of schedule.
Contact: Balancing Monkey Yoga Studio, 633-8555, aloha@balancingmonkeyyoga.com
COMING
ZENTANGLE: INK BLOWN STRINGS
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 10 a.m. Saturday, April 18
Details: Explore the ink-blown method for creating strings and tangling around these ink blobs and fingers to create whimsical works of Zentangle-inspired art. The fee is $30 for VAC members, $35 for nonmembers. There is also a $10 supply fee. Light refreshments are provided.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
NAMI FAMILY-TO-FAMILY EDUCATION PROGRAM
Where: St. Joseph’s Church Meeting Room, 43 Kapiolani St., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Saturday, April 18
Details: Free course for family caregivers of individuals with serious mental illness. Series of six weekly classes taught by trained National Alliance on Mental Illness family members who have relatives with mental illness.
Contact: Carolyn Oki, 935-3518, kham337@gmail.com
FROM CONFLICT TO CONNECTION
Where: Girl Scout Building (Neighborhood Place of Puna), 16-105 Opukahaia St., Keaau
When: 9 a.m. Saturday, April 18
Details: This half-day workshop with Dr. Gay Barfield provides skills-building to increase competency at handling conflict. Participants learn how to engage in spirited fighting (while maintaining integrity); make the first move toward reconciliation; increase compassion and caring; and more. $50.
Contact: Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center, 935-7844, Ext. 5, julie@hawaiimediation.org
SUGAR CANE JUICING
Where: Hawaii Community College, 1175 Manono St., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Saturday, April 18
Details: Come and learn how to take our native sugar canes to the first process for consumption. Learn simple ideas on how to bring the fresh sugar cane juice into the kitchen. Bring a bottle for juice to take home.
Contact: Tiana Koga, 934-2700, tmkoga@hawaii.edu
Clubs
TODAY, April 11
NATIONAL ACTIVE AND RETIRED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES NARFE MONTHLY MEETING
Where: Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana St., Room 2, Hilo
When: 1 p.m. today
Details: NARFE meets the second Saturday of each month for the purpose of protecting our earned benefits. Ben Franklin said no one should sleep while Congress is in session. Come with a lunch at noon and enjoy fellowship before the meeting. There will be a trip to Akazuka’s Orchids after the meeting.
Contact: Robert Arthurs, 966-6141, bobarthurs@earthlink.com
MONDAY, April 13
KOREA VETERANS MONTHLY MEETING
Where: Okutsu Veterans Home , 1180 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Monday
Details: Committee and agenda updates, KWV Memorial status and disability reviews. See you there.
Contact: Bob Karp, 981-2126
LELEIWI COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION MEETING
Where: Richardson Ocean Park, 2349 Kalanianaole Ave., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Monday
Details: Friends and residents of this coastal community are invited to the monthly meeting to discuss the police report, the Neighborhood Watch and park issues.
Contact: Jan Moon, 935-3475, jmoon16@hawaii.rr.com
TUESDAY, April 14
BIG ISLAND BEEKEEPERS ASSOCIATION MONTHLY MEETING
Where: Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana St., Hilo
When: 6 p.m. Tuesday
Details: Big Island Beekeepers Association invites the public to its monthly meeting. Come learn about beekeeping each second Tuesday of the month. Potluck, talk story about bees. Find out what’s buzzin’ for free.
Contact: Erick Cremer, 345-7693, etcremer@gmail.com
Health
TUESDAY, April 14
CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
Where: Church of the Holy Cross, 440 West Lanikaula St., Hilo
When: 10 p.m. Tuesday
Details: Support group for caregivers who provide assistance to anyone meets second Tuesday of the month. Support from knowledgeable community members as well as Alzheimer’s Association. Helpful tips and opportunity to network. If you help someone, then come and be helped.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com
THURSDAY, April 16
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 meets third Thursday of the month. If you help someone who suffers from forgetfulness please come. Alzheimer’s Association will provide information and support. Free respite service available.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com
NATIONAL ADVANCE HEALTH CARE DIRECTIVES DAY
Where: Life Care Center of Hilo, 944 West Kawailani St., Hilo
When: 1 p.m. Thursday
Details: Come and complete your medical power of attorney for free. Meet with a social worker who will assist you with getting your advanced health care directive competed for free. Must make an appointment, so call Social Services Department at Life Care Center of Hilo. Don’t wait till it’s too late.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 959-9151, ridley0428@gmail.com
FRIDAY, April 17
YOGA FOR A CAUSE
Where: Balancing Monkey Yoga Studio, 1221 Kilauea Ave., Hilo
When: 5:30 p.m. Friday
Details: Pilates for a Cause, a 75-minute donation-based class open to all levels of practitioners. One hundred percent of money raised goes directly to the cause. All levels welcome. This month we are raising money for Center Stage Dance Studio in Hilo.
Contact: Balancing Monkey Yoga Studio, 633-8555, ALoha@balancingmonkeyyoga.com, www.BalancingMonkeyYoga.com.
COMING
BIG ISLAND OSTOMY GROUP
Where: Hilo Medical Center cafeteria, 1190 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 11 a.m. Saturday, April 18
Details: Meet new friends to share experiences and provide mutual support in an environment that’s friendly and safe. Open to all ostomates, pre-ostomy patients, caregivers, interested medical professionals and general public.
Contact: Sandy Wright, 339-7640, Sandywr@comcast.net
Just for Keiki
THURSDAY, April 16
AIKIDO FOR GRADES 1-2
Where: Aikido of Hilo, 29 Shipman St., Hilo
When: 5:15 p.m. Thursday
Details: Learn the Japanese martial art of peace and reconciliation. Classes include basic aikido exercises, techniques and fun games. Aikido of Hilo is a nonprofit organization dedicated to training and teaching the art of aikido in the Hilo area and spreading the way of harmony worldwide.
Contact: Barbara Klein, 935-2454, aikidoofhilo@hawaiiantel.net
FRIDAY, April 17
AIKIDO FOR GRADES 3-6
Where: Aikido of Hilo, 29 Shipman St., Hilo
When: 5:15 p.m. Friday
Details: Learn the Japanese martial art of peace and reconciliation. Classes include basic aikido exercises, techniques and fun games. Classes meet Tuesday and Friday. Aikido of Hilo is a nonprofit organization dedicated to training and teaching the art of aikido in the Hilo area and spreading the way of harmony worldwide.
Contact: Barbara Klein, 935-2454, aikidoofhilo@hawaiiantel.net
COMING
HILO MARCH FOR BABIES COSPLAY COSTUME CONTEST
Where: Wailoa State Park, Main Pavilion, Hilo
When: 7 a.m. Saturday, April 18
Details: Come and walk with us for the Hilo March for Babies and enter the inaugural Hilo March for Babies Cosplay Costume Contest. Register online with a team or as individual at www.marchforbabies.org. All participants required to sign permission/release/waiver form to participate in the contest. Check-in by 7:30 a.m. Categories: best costume, most original, Instagram fan favorite (#hilomarchforbabies #hawaiicon2015 #babieshawaiicon2015 #babiesfanfavorite), most creative and best group prize.
Contact: Eden Patino, 987-0118, epatino@marchofdimes.org
CELEBRATE YOUR FAMILY COMMUNITY FAIR
Where: Hilo Hongwanji Sangha Hall, 424 Kilauea Ave., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Saturday, April 18
Details: The Celebrate Your Family Community is free and offers many fun activities designed for children and their families to do together.
Contact: Sarah Figueroa, 965-5550, Sarah@neighborhoodplace.org
Outdoors
FRIDAY, April 17
‘IMI PONO NO KA ‘AINA SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM APPLICATION DEADLINE
Where: Division of Forestry and Wildlife, 19 E. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 4 p.m. Friday
Details: Do you know a student that likes outdoor adventures and traveling to new places? The ‘Imi Pono no ka ‘Aina program focuses on environmental stewardship and the natural and cultural history of Hawaii Island. Program is free. Open to students grades 6-12. See website for application at www.threemountainalliance.org/students.
Contact: Lahela Camara, 333-8241, imipononokaaina@gmail.com
COMING
HAKALAU FOREST NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE OPEN HOUSE
Where: Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge, Keanakolu Road (Mana Road), Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Saturday, April 18
Details: You are invited to Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge’s open house. This event is free to the public and provides a good opportunity to see Native Hawaiian birds, plants and high elevation forests.
Contact: Cashell Villa, 443-2300, cashell_villa@fws.gov
Pau Hana
FRIDAY, April 17
SPAGHETTI DINNER & BINGO
Where: Fraternal Order of Eagles, 16-111 Opukahaia St., Keaau
When: 6 p.m. Friday
Details: Come and enjoy a delicious dinner which includes “all you can eat” spaghetti with your choice of veggie or meat sauce. Also included is salad, garlic bread, desserts and coffee. Other beverages available by donation. Bingo is played with multiple winners each game and grocery items as prizes.
Contact: Lucy Moody, 965-9114, lucyinpahoa@hotmail.com
COMING
SWINGING SATURDAYS AT THE HILO ELKS
Where: Hilo Elks Lodge, 150 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Details: Have fun swing dancing every first and third Saturday at the Hilo Elks. Beginner-friendly dance lessons followed by open dancing. Your first time is free if you bring an image of the free pass from hilohepcats.org. Come with a pupu to share and enter for only $5. Regular entry is sliding scale (whatever is right for you) from $8-$15. Soft drinks and adult beverages available for purchase. No partner or experience necessary. Sponsored by the Hilo Hep Cats.
Contact: Andrea Gill, 959-8216, hilohepcats@gmail.com
Performances
SUNDAY, April 12
“THE IMITATION GAME”
Where: The Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. April 12-14 and 2:30 p.m. April 12
Details: During World War II, mathematician Alan Turing tries to crack the Nazi enigma code with help from fellow mathematicians.
Contact: Meadow Lambert, 934-7010, meadow.lambert@hilopalace.com
TUESDAY, April 14
HILO HULA TUESDAY AT THE BANDSTAND
Where: Mo‘oheau Park Bandstand, 369 Kamehameha Ave., Hilo
When: 11 a.m. Tuesday
Details: Please join us for this free event every Tuesday in downtown Hilo through June. Sponsored by Destination Hilo and the County of Hawaii, various local musicians, singers and dancers provide this wonderful opportunity to connect with our Hawaiian culture. E komo mai.
Contact: Dinnie Kysar, 963-5091, destinationhilo@gmail.com
THURSDAY, April 16
HAWAII STATE SENIOR KARAOKE REVUE
Where: Aunty Sally’s Luau Hale, 799 Piilani St., Hilo
When: Noon Thursday
Details: The Department of Parks and Recreation, Elderly Activities Division, Elderly Recreation Services and the Kamana Karaoke Club will be hosting the 29th annual Hawaii State Senior Karaoke Revue, showcasing seniors from Oahu, Maui, Kona and Hilo. Tickets are $10 and are available at the ERS office and from Karaoke Club members. Bentos will be provided. Tickets also will be sold at the door.
Contact: Iris Higa, 961-8710, iris.higa@hawaiicounty.gov
“HILO — DA MUSICAL”
Where: University of Hawaii at Hilo Performing Arts Center, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday
Details: UH-Hilo Performing Arts presents “Hilo: Da Musical,” 7:30 p.m. April 16-18 and 2 p.m. April 19. Written by Jackie Pualani Johnson as an homage to her hometown where shave ice, hula, orchids, musubi, astronomical adventures, the loco moco, and rain … reign! Tickets are open seating and priced at $15 general, $10 discount and $5 UH-Hilo/HCC students (with a valid student ID) and children, up to age 17, pre-sale; and $20 general, $10 discount and $10 UH Hilo/HCC students (with a valid student ID) and children, up to age 17, day of show. Tickets available by calling the UH-Hilo box office at 932-7490 or online at artscenter.uhh.hawaii.edu.
Contact: Jackie Pualani Johnson, 932-7491, jpjohnso@hawaii.ed
FRIDAY, April 17
“MR. TURNER”
Where: The Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Friday through April 21; 2:30 p.m. April 19
Details: An exploration of the last quarter-century of the great, if eccentric, British painter J.M.W. Turner’s life.
Contact: Meadow Lambert, 934-7010, info@hilopalace.com
COMING
SPRING CONCERT
Where: Paradise Park Community Center, Keaau
When: Noon Saturday, April 18
Details: “FUNdraiser!” for Malamalama Waldorf School. This is an alcohol-free, family friendly event with music for everyone. The bands: Kunzwanana Marimba, Bethany Trio, East Side All-Star Jazz Orchestra, Terrapin Station. $15-$20 Adults, children under 12 free. Food available for purchase.
Contact: Malamalama Waldorf School, (808) 982-7701, info@hawaiiwaldorf.org
JAZZ IN THE FOREST
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 4:30 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Details: Keahi Conjugacion joins Junior Choy and the Volcano Art Center Jazz ensemble April 18 for two performances: 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the matinee concert will be $15 for VAC members and $18 for nonmembers; the 7:30 performance will be $18 for members and $20 for nonmembers.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 808-967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
COUNTRY DANCE AT THE EAGLES
Where: Fraternal Order of Eagles, 16-111 Opukahaia St., Keaau
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Details: Dance features music played by the Gone Country Band. Beverages available by donation. Food and snacks also available. Learn line dancing and two-step; enjoy listening or dancing.
Contact: Lucy Moody, 965-9114, lucyinpahoa@hotmail.com
All Kine Stuffs
SUNDAY, April 12
TOUR OF PORTUGAL W/STOP IN AZORES
Where: Big Island Portuguese Culture Club, Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana St., Room RR, Hilo
When: 1 p.m. Sunday
Details: The Big Island Portuguese Culture Club is sponsoring a low-cost tour of Portugal with a stop in Sao Miguel, Azores, this fall. This an independent, noncommercial tour with approximately 15 people. There are just a few places left; deposit due April 20. Flier of tour available at the April 12 club meeting or by request.
Contact: John Sousa, 964-1216, bipcc.org@gmail.com
MONDAY, April 13
KEAAU MIDDLE SCHOOL BOOK FAIR
Where: Keaau Middle School, 16-565 Keaau-Pahoa Road, Keaau
When: 8 a.m. Monday
Details: Keaau Middle School PTSA invites families and community to the KMS Book Fair Fundraiser scheduled for the week of April 13-17 in the Keaau Public Library Humanities Room on the school campus.
Contact: Cheryl Kiefer, 895-4413
TUESDAY, April 14
TURTLE TALKS
Where: Kahaluu Beach Park small pavilion, Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona
When: 11:30 a.m. Tuesday
Details: Kahaluu Bay Education Center turtle biologist Rachel Silverman talks story about Hawaiian green sea turtles, types of turtles found in Hawaii, why they are important to Hawaii’s ecosystems, what threats they face, and how you can help to protect them.
Contact: Rachel Silverman, 887-6411, kahaluubay@kohalacenter.org
WEDNESDAY, April 15
MERIT APPEALS BOARD MEETING
Where: Aupuni Center Conference Room, 101 Pauahi St., Suite 1, Hilo
When: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday
Details: For discussion and appropriate action: Appealing an employment action by the Fire Department; introduction of new Merit Appeals Board member; election of MAB chair/vice chair for calendar year 2015; and annual performance evaluation.
Contact: Glynis Yamada, 961-8361
THURSDAY, April 16
HILO LIBRARY SPRING BOOK SALE
Where: 300 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo, HI
When: 9 a.m. Thursday through Saturday, April 18
Details: Fiction, magazines, puzzles, gently used books and much more on sale for 50 cents to $1. Some collectibles at higher, but still bargain prices. Reduced prices Friday and Saturday. Bring your own bags.
Contact: Jane Webb, 935-0415, jwebb003@hawaii.rr.com
BUSINESS ACTION CENTER – HILO SCHEDULE
Where: Hawaii SBDC , 100 Pauahi St., Suite 109, Hilo
When: 9:30 a.m. Thursday
Details: Business Action Center staff provides entrepreneurs with assistance in registering a business, obtaining various tax licenses business registration forms, and other information relevant to starting a business in Hawaii. No appointment required.
Contact: Jayna Uyehara, 974-4000, Ext. 62545, bac@dcca.hawaii.gov
FRIDAY, April 17
PUNA BAPTIST CHURCH ANNUAL CRAFT FAIR & BAKE SALE
Where: Puna Baptist Church, 15-3188 Pahoa-Kapoha Road, Pahoa
When: 8 a.m. Friday and Saturday, April 18
Details: Puna Baptist Church Women on Mission Annual Craft Fair & Bake Sale. Beautiful hand-crafted jewelry, angel shirts, quilts, collectibles and more, plus delicious homemade pies, cookies and cakes.
Contact: Puna Baptist Church, 965-9970, PunaBaptistChurch@gmail.com
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. This event is free; however, national park fees might apply.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-7565, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
COMING
45TH ANNUAL MARCH OF DIMES – MARCH FOR BABIES WALK
Where: Wailoa State Park, Main Pavilion, Hilo
When: 8 a.m. Saturday, April 18
Details: Come and support the March of Dimes annual walk fundraiser. Check-in registration begins at 7 a.m. There will be entertainment for the whole family. Register your team now online at www.marchforbabies.org.
Contact: Eden Patino, 987-0118, epatino@marchofdimes.org
ANNUAL BOY SCOUT MAKAHIKI
Where: Edith Kanaka‘ole Multipurpose Stadium, Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Saturday, April 18
Details: The public is invited to attend this annual Scout show and enjoy games, outdoor cooking tasting and lots more. The finals for the pinewood derby and the sailboat regatta also will be held. A join-Scouting booth will be available for interested boys along with a display featuring the upcoming Cub Scout day camp in June. There is no admission fee to attend.
Contact: Mavis Lum Ho, 959-0079
FILM SCREENING & PANEL “AT HOME WHILE AWAY”
Where: UCB 100, UH-Hilo, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Saturday, April 18
Details: Filmmaker Nathan Fitch introduces newly released film about eight successful Micronesians in the United States, and panel discussion with two Hawaii-based Micronesian leaders, Thomas Raffipiy and Max Yarawamai.
Contact: Vidalino Raatior, 932-7795, raatior@hawaii.edu
