Calendar for August 13
Arts & Exhibits
ADVERTISING
TODAY, Aug. 13
PUA NA PUA ART FESTIVAL
Where: Keauhou Shopping Center, 78-6831 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona
When: 10 a.m. today
Details: This free event celebrates the work of artists with and without disabilities, featuring artwork and handmade crafts, artisanal goods, musical performances, a silent auction, free face painting and mouth-watering food and ice-cold drinks for sale.
Contact: Dee Ann Fujioka-Lilley, 322-3362, donkeymill@gmail.com
ENDEMIC UNDERSTANDING
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: Regular gallery hours through Aug. 28
Details: Artists Margaret Barnaby, Heide Cumes, Lanaya Deily, Jack Jeffrey, Susan Litteral, Liz Miller and Karen Schuster were selected from the 2015 Hawai‘i Nei exhibition celebrating native species, and further investigate the plants, animals and environments found within the island’s national parks. Exhibit also honors the centennial celebration of the National Park Service. Free, but park fees apply.
Contact: Emily Catey Weiss, 967-7565, gallery@volcanoartcenter.org
COMING
RETURN OF ‘ALALA: RESTORING THE VOICE OF HAWAII’S NATIVE FORESTS
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 9 a.m. Sept. 3-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 the release, which will begin in September. 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
“INSPIRATIONS OF A HAWAII WILDLIFE ARTIST”
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 7 p.m. Sept. 8
Details: Get to know the life and stories behind the intricate paintings of Hawaii’s nature artist Patrick Ching. Join Ching as he shares his experiences of living among the other animals in Hawaii’s forests and remote atolls. Free, but donations gladly accepted.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
Classes
TODAY, Aug. 13
BEGINNING REIKI CERTIFICATION
Where: Halai Healing Place, 75-5737 Kuakini Highway, Kailua-Kona
When: 8 a.m. today and Sunday
Details: Learn an ancient healing art passed down through the sacred tradition of the Usui Method of Natural Healing to heal yourself and others. Pre-registration required. Cost is $350 plus tax. Limited space available.
Contact: LaRen, 987-6010, LaRen@HalaiHealingPlace.com
JOURNEY THROUGH THE CHAKRAS
Where: Yoga Centered, 37 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: Noon today and Sunday
Details: Day retreat with Molly Masaoka. Also, 20 hours continuing education available. Cost is $100 per day or $175 for both.
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, Aug. 14
TEACHINGS OF AWAKENING WITH GAVIN HARRISON
Where: 73-4548 Mahi St., Kailua-Kona
When: 3:30 p.m. Sunday
Details: Sitting and walking meditation, talk, dialogue/inquiry. Groups are nondenominational and open to all. Experienced and beginning meditators welcome; meditation guidance offered. Bring your own meditation cushion. Chairs available. Donations accepted to help cover Harrison’s living expenses.
Contact: Linda Swanson, 987-8021, lindainre@gmail.com, or Karen Breier, 937-3038, klimes@aloha.net
MONDAY, Aug. 15
CONTINUING YOGA CLASSES
Where: Hilo Armory, Culture and Education Classroom, 28 Shipman St., Hilo
When: 8:30 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays through Sept. 12
Details: Bring your own mat and towel. Cost for the 10 sessions is $30.
Contact: Morty or Bert, 961-8706, cultureandeducation@hawaiicounty.go
WINDOWS 10 OVERVIEW FOR SENIORS 50+
Where: SeniorNet, University of Hawaii at Hilo, Portable Building 7, Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Monday
Details: Find your way around your Windows 10 PC, from getting started to turning off your system. Also learn about the new browser and customizing windows. Cost is $25 plus $44 SeniorNet annual membership fee.
Contact: June Knell, 932-7928, cyberlu@gmail.com
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
BEGINNING HAND-BUILDING CERAMICS CLASS
Where: Puueo Community Center, 145 Wainaku St., Hilo
When: 10:30 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays
Details: Class size limited to the first 12 participants to register in advance. Sponsored by the county Parks and Recreation Department.
Contact: Scott, 961-8738
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
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
BALLROOM DANCE CLASSES — INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCE WALTZ AND SAMBA
Where: Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana St., Hilo
When: 6:15 p.m. Mondays through Aug. 29
Details: Cost is $10 per session. Must be 55 or older.
Contact: J. Lauro, 966-8147
TUESDAY, Aug. 16
LISTENING AND SPEAKING FOR ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
Where: Hawaii Community College, Building 380, Room 37, 1175 Manono St., Hilo
When: 8:30 a.m. Tuesday for testing
Details: Cost of intensive eight-week class for residents is $275. Course will help to prepare you for work or college. Small classes and experienced teachers. Three levels offered. Classes are Tuesday-Friday. Call or email for additional information.
Contact: Eri Hall, 934-2698, erihall@hawaii.edu
READING AND VOCABULARY FOR ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
Where: Hawaii Community College, Building 380, Room 37, 1175 Manono St., Hilo
When: 8:30 a.m. Tuesday for testing
Details: Cost of intensive eight-week class for residents is $275. Course will help to prepare you for work or college. Small classes and experienced teachers. Three levels offered. Classes are Tuesday-Friday. Call or email for additional information.
Contact: Eri Hall, 934-2698, erihall@hawaii.edu
WRITING AND GRAMMAR FOR ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
Where: Hawaii Community College, Building 380, Room 37, 1175 Manono St., Hilo
When: 8:30 a.m. Tuesday for testing
Details: Cost of intensive eight-week class for residents is $275. Course will help to prepare you for work or college. Small classes and experienced teachers. Three levels offered. Classes are Tuesday-Friday. Call or email for additional information.
Contact: Eri Hall, 934-2698, erihall@hawaii.edu
HAWAII ISLAND SEMINARS ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION STANDARDS
Where: Royal Kona Resort, 75-5852 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona
When: 9 a.m. Tuesday
Details: Free seminar about how to preserve and rehabilitate historic places to protect their authentic character and sustain them for future generations. Register at www.historichawaii.org.
Contact: Tanya Gumapac-McGuire, 523-2900, tanya@historichawaii.org
IPAD 2 FOR SENIORS 50+
Where: SeniorNet, University of Hawaii at Hilo, Portable Building 7, Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday
Details: Hands-on, in-depth look at the 30-plus apps that come on your iPad. This class assumes you already know the basics about using the iPad and want to learn more to become an “intermediate/power user.” Bring your own iPad with your Apple ID and password. Cost is $42 plus $44 SeniorNet annual membership fee. Limit four students.
Contact: June Knell, 932-7928, cyberlu@gmail.com
PAHOA SENIOR CLASSES
Where: Pahoa Senior Center, 15-3016 Kauhala St., Pahoa
When: 10 a.m. Tuesdays
Details: The Department of Parks and Recreation, Elderly Recreation Program, announces its summer senior classes featuring hand-building ceramics, beginner and intermediate ukulele, hula and feather lei making through Sept. 9. Participants must be 55 years and older.
Contact: Margaret Yafuso, 966-5801, myafuso@hawaiicounty.gov, or 965-2705.
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
WORD PROCESSING FOR SENIORS 50+
Where: SeniorNet, University of Hawaii at Hilo, Portable Building 7, Hilo
When: 1 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday
Details: This is not a typing class. Use Microsoft Word 2010 to edit and format documents. Cost is $60 plus $44 SeniorNet annual membership fee. Limit eight students.
Contact: June Knell, 932-7928, cyberlu@gmail.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, Aug. 17
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. Wednesday
Details: Learn about entrepreneurship, key ingredients for business success, steps involved in starting your own business, sources of capital and other resources for the startup business. Cost is $25. Registration required at www.hisbdc.org.
Contact: Lydia Santiago, 933-0776, lydia.santiago@hisbdc.org
HAWAII ISLAND SEMINARS ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION STANDARDS
Where: Lyman Museum, 276 Haili St., Hilo
When: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday
Details: Free seminar about how to preserve and rehabilitate historic places to protect their authentic character and sustain them for future generations. Register at www.historichawaii.org.
Contact: Tanya Gumapac-McGuire, 523-2900, tanya@historichawaii.org
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, Aug. 18
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
ADULT BEGINNING HULA LEVEL I
Where: Hilo Armory, Culture and Education Classroom, 28 Shipman St., Hilo
When: 4 p.m. Thursday
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. Thursday
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, Aug. 19
BALLROOM DANCE CLASSES — BEGINNING WALTZ AND MERENGUE
Where: Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana St., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Fridays through Sept. 9
Details: Cost is $10 per session. Must be 55 or older.
Contact: J. Lauro, 966-8147
BALLROOM DANCE CLASSES — BEGINNING WALTZ AND MERENGUE
Where: Keaau Community Center, behind the Keaau Police Station
When: 6:30 p.m. Fridays through Sept. 9
Details: Cost is $10 for each session. Must be 55 or older.
Contact: J. Lauro, 966-8147
COMING
INTRODUCTORY ENERGY HEALING CERTIFICATION
Where: Halai Healing Place, 75-5737 Kuakini Highway, Kailua-Kona
When: 8 a.m. Aug. 20-21
Details: Discover ancient mysteries and origins of the human energy system, aura and chakras. Explore the body’s energy field to balance mind, body and spirit for yourself and others. Pre-registration required. Cost is $295 plus tax. Limited space available.
Contact: LaRen, 987-6010, LaRen@HalaiHealingPlace.com
YOGA, DANCE, PERMACULTURE, SPECIAL EVENTS AND RETREATS
Where: Hawaiian Sanctuary, 13-3194 Pahoa Kalapana Road, Pahoa
When: 8 a.m. beginning Aug. 20
Details: Immerse yourself in a diverse array of ongoing weekly classes. Visit http://hawaiiansanctuary.com for a calendar of classes. Accommodations are available for overnight or extended stays.
Contact: Hawaiian Sanctuary, 800-309-8010, grow@hawaiiansanctuary.com
CHINESE LANGUAGE FREE INSTRUCTION
Where: Carter Professional Center, D-21, 65-1230 Mamalahoa Highway, Waimea
When: 10 a.m. Aug. 20
Details: Free. Beginners, intermediates, experts welcome. Please RSVP.
Contact: Steve Durst, 936-8092 or 854-5567, aquariusaa@aol.com
ZENTANGLE: RETICULA AND FRAGMENTS
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 10 a.m. Aug. 20
Details: Zentangle’s new approach of tangling in a “reticula,” otherwise known as a grid or classic checkerboard shape. Cost is $35 or $30 for VAC members plus a $10 supply fee.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
INNER NOURISHING QIGONG (MEDICAL QIGONG): PATH TO HEALTH & WELL-BEING WITH DR. LIU YA FEI
Where: Hilo Elks Lodge, 150 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Aug. 24
Details: Learn techniques for inner nourishing qigong to increase health and well-being. These include quiescent and self-massage. Speaker is qigong master and TCM physician from China Dr. Liu Ya Fei. Workshop 12 hours over three days. Times are 9-11:30 a.m. and 12:30-2 p.m. RSVP at www.hiqi4health.org.
Contact: Jana Ching, 961-6922, jana.hiqi@gmail.com
EMOTIONAL SAFETY — HOW TO GET IT
Where: Hinano Healing Arts Center, 465 Hinano St., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Aug. 26
Details: Learn practical communication and mind/body skills to achieve emotional safety. Class size limited. Class repeats every fourth Friday.
Contact: Amy Marsh, 212-0054, dr.amymarshsexologist@gmail.com
YOGA NIDRA WITH AMANDA WEBSTER
Where: Yoga Centered, 37 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 5:30 p.m. Aug. 27
Details: Last Saturday of every month. Cost is $20. Discussion about the practice of yoga nidra, 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
BOOKBINDING TRIO WORKSHOP
Where: Volcano Art Center, Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 9 a.m. Sept. 3
Details: Learn how to make an origami fold book, a tassel book and fishbone fold book. Prior bookbinding experience is not necessary. Cost is $35 or $32 for VAC members plus a $10 supply fee.
Contact: Alyssa, 967-8222, alyssa@volcanoartcenter.org
WONDERFUL WATERCOLORS
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 11 a.m. Sept. 3
Details: Raise your brush and grab a tube. Get inspired to create and play. Cost is $45 or $40 VAC members. Bring paper, paints, brushes and your sense of adventure.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
OIL PAINTING WORKSHOP
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 10 a.m. Sept. 10-11
Details: Understanding your medium and using your tools effectively gives the results you want. If you are an intermediate or beginner, this class will give you a better command of your medium. Cost for the two-day workshop is $100 or $90 for VAC members. Students will need a small canvas, paints and brushes. A supply list will be provided.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
INTRODUCTION TO MAC COMPUTERS
Where: UH-Hilo, UCB 125, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Sept. 12, 14, 16 and 19
Details: Learn the basics with a hands-on, ground-up approach to how to use your Mac computer. Designed for students unfamiliar with Macs or not comfortable with computers. Cost is $75.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 983-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
ADOBE PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS PART 1
Where: UH-Hilo, PB-7, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. Sept. 12-15
Details: Intended for new Photoshop Elements users. Topics include photo album organization, exposure, cropping, white balance, removing imperfections, correction techniques and more. Cost is $75.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 983-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
DANCE IMAGINED
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 10 a.m. Tuesdays Sept. 13-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; $40 for the entire series for members and nonmembers. No dance experience necessary.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
ADOBE PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS PART 2
Where: UH-Hilo, PB-7, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. Sept. 19-22
Details: Workshop focuses on useful tools and applications such as erasing people, cutting and pasting people into different places, combining multiple pictures for the perfect group shots and much more. Cost is $75.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 983-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND TOOLS FOR 21ST CENTURY JOB SEEKERS
Where: UH-Hilo, UCB 102, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Sept. 19-23, 26-27
Details: Course will help you locate jobs that fit your skill sets, apply for those positions online and prepare for future interviews. Cost is $95.
Contact: College of Continuing Education and Community Service, 983-7830, ccecs@hawaii.edu
BEGINNER’S SERIES WITH AMANDA WEBSTER
Where: Yoga Centered, 37 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 12:30 p.m. Sept. 24 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
MICROSOFT OFFICE ESSENTIALS COMPUTER TRAINING — CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Where: UH-Hilo, UCB 105, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. Sept. 26-30
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. Sept. 26-30
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
Clubs
TODAY, Aug. 13
DAV CHAPTER 6 MONTHLY MEETING
Where: Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana St., Hilo
When: 11 a.m. today
Details: Reminder to all chapter members: There will be a monthly meeting on the second Saturday of each month so come and meet your fellow disabled American veterans.
Contact: Jaime Tomas, 961-2764
HILO ORCHID SOCIETY MEETING
Where: Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana St., Hilo
When: 1:30 p.m. today
Details: Alan Koch, owner of Gold Country Orchids in California, will speak about cattleyas from Brazil and their relatives and offer information about how to grow them well here. Free. Public welcome.
Contact: Rick Kelley, 756-8145, info@hiloorchidsociety.org
BIG ISLAND BALLROOM DANCE CLUB INTERNATIONAL NIGHT DANCE
Where: Aunty Sally’s Luau House, 799 Piilani St., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. today
Details: This is a great opportunity to see the various dances. Event includes a dinner of different ethnic foods and cultural exhibition dances. Tickets are $15 for members and $18 for nonmembers through Aug. 10; $20 after.
Contact: Carol, 969-6607
SUNDAY, Aug. 14
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, Aug. 16
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, Aug. 17
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
THURSDAY, Aug. 18
PUNA TOASTMASTERS
Where: Pahoa Community Center, 15-2910 Puna Road
When: 5:30 p.m. first and third Thursday of every month
Details: Learn and practice communication and leadership skills in a friendly, fun environment. Guests welcome, no fee.
Contact: Tracy Hedgecock, 238-0517, flowergirl@gmail.com
FRIDAY, Aug. 19
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
NATIONAL DRIVE ELECTRIC WEEK ON THE BIG ISLAND
Where: Kona Commons, 74-5450 Makala Boulevard, Kailua-Kona
When: 10 a.m. Sept. 10
Details: Sponsored by the Big Island Electric Vehicle Association and Kona Commons. Come see the latest electric cars and learn about ownership experiences. Free. Everyone welcome.
Contact: Noel Morin, 987-7428, nmorin99@yahoo.com
Health
TODAY, Aug. 13
DEMENTIA SERIES
Where: Aging and Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 1 p.m. today
Details: 1-3 p.m. “Legal Affairs in Dementia,” 3-5 p.m. “A Moment to Remember” (movie), 5-6:30 p.m. “Living With Forgetfulness – Part Two.” Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. Limited seating. Call or email for reservations.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com
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
TUESDAY, Aug. 16
OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS 12 STEP MEETINGS
Where: Holy Apostle’s Episcopal Church, 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
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 17
CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
Where: Hawaii Island Adult Care, 34 Rainbow Drive, Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Wednesday
Details: Support group for caregivers who provide assistance to someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. If you help someone who suffers from forgetfulness please come. Alzheimer’s Association will provide information and support. Free respite service available. Third Thursday of each month.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com
THURSDAY, Aug. 18
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, Aug. 19
TALK STORY ABOUT SEXUAL HEALTH AND INTIMACY
Where: Hinano Healing Arts Center, 465 Hinano St., Hilo
When: 4 p.m. Friday
Details: Speak with clinical sexologist/sexuality counselor Amy Marsh. Hospitality and conversation in a no-shame zone. Free (or $5 donation accepted).
Contact: Amy Marsh, 212-0054, dr.amymarshsexologist@gmail.com
SELF-HYPNOSIS FOR HOT FLASHES
Where: Hinano Healing Arts Center, 465 Hinano St., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Friday
Details: Learn self-hypnosis to manage hot flashes with cooling imagery. Class size limited. Donation of $5.
Contact: Amy Marsh, 212-0054, dr.amymarshsexologist@gmail.com
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
COMING
CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
Where: Church of the Holy Cross, 440 W. Lanikaula St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Sept. 13
Details: Support group for caregivers who provide assistance to anyone. Support from knowledgeable community members as well as Alzheimer’s Association. Helpful tips and opportunity to network. Second Tuesday of each month.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com
CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
Where: Aging and Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Sept. 14
Details: Support group for caregivers who provide assistance to someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. If you help someone who suffers from forgetfulness please come. Alzheimer’s Association will provide information and support. Second Wednesday of each month.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com
FORGETFUL? SUPPORT GROUP FOR YOU
Where: Aging and Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 5 p.m. Sept. 14
Details: Support group for forgetful people and their family members. If you are forgetful please come and bring your family or friend. Alzheimer’s Association will provide information and support. Second Wednesday of each month.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com
BIG ISLAND OSTOMY GROUP
Where: Hilo Medical Center cafeteria, 1190 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 11:30 a.m. Aug. 20
Details: Meet new friends, share experiences and provide mutual support in an environment that’s friendly and safe. Meets the third Saturday of each month. Open to all ostomates, pre-ostomy patients, caregivers, interested medical professionals and the public.
Contact: Sandy Wright, 339-7640, OstomyGroup@yahoo.com
DEMENTIA SERIES
Where: Aging and Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 1 p.m. Aug. 20
Details: 1-3 p.m. “Communication and Behaviors in Dementia,” 3-5 p.m. “Memories of Tomorrow” (Japanese movie), 5-6:30 p.m. “Living With Forgetfulness – Part Three.” Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. Limited seating. Call or email for reservations.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com
FREE PUBLIC INFORMATIONAL LECTURE ABOUT INNER NOURISHING QIGONG
Where: UH-Hilo, UCB Room 100, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Aug. 22
Details: Speaker is qigong master and TCM physician from China Dr. Liu Ya Fei. Learn about the health benefits of qigong.
Contact: Jana Ching, 961-6922, jana.hiqi@gmail.com
Just for Keiki
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 17
KINDERMUSIK
Where: 1350 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday or Aug. 20
Details: Infant and toddler music/movement classes from the world’s best-known music program for children. Free demonstration and class registration for fall semester. Fall semester begins Sept. 7. Email or call to reserve your child’s space.
Contact: Aunty Roni, 938-5406, musicfunhilo@gmail.com
COMING
TOUCH A TRUCK AT KONA COMMONS
Where: Kona Commons Shopping Center, 74-5450 Makala Blvd., Kailua-Kona
When: 10 a.m. Aug. 20
Details: Offers kids a hands-on opportunity to explore working trucks of all types. Children of all ages are invited to creatively explore the trucks with guidance from the professionals who use them. Free bounce house and waterslide for keiki.
Contact: Nancy Sakamoto, 334-0005, nancy.sakamoto@cbre.com
AFTER DARK IN THE PARK: OASIS IN A DESERT SEA
Where: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Kilauea Visitor Center Auditorium
When: 7 p.m. Aug. 23
Details: Peek into the lives of the toothed whales and dolphins of Hawaii. Presentation by Robin Baird, author and research biologist for Cascadia Research Collective. Free, but park entrance fees apply.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
FOUR FEE-FREE DAYS FOR THE NATIONAL PARK SERVICE CENTENNIAL
Where: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: Aug. 25-28
Details: The National Park Service turns 100 on Aug. 25. Celebrate with free admission at all 412 national parks, including HVNP. Park is open 24 hours a day.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
Outdoors
TODAY, Aug. 13
BIG ISLAND ROAD RUNNERS MANA 10’S
Where: Mana Road, Waimea
When: 7:30 a.m. today
Details: Choose the 10K or 10-mile races. Look for Big Island Road Runners signs. More information at www.bigislandroadrunners.org/BIRR_Events.html.
Contact: Keith Marrack, 895-9793, bigislandroadrunners@gmail.com
ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE OPEN STUDIO
Where: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Ohia Wing
When: Through August
Details: Master of Hawaiian featherwork Rick Makanaaloha Kia‘imeaokekanaka San Nicolas returns for his third year as the park’s artist in residence. Free, but park entrance fees apply.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
COMING
PU‘U MAKA‘ALA HIKE
Where: Pu‘u Maka‘ala Natural Area Reserve, Stainbeck Highway, Mountain View
When: 8:30 a.m. Aug. 20
Details: This Art Adventure will take participants through a native rain forest. Participants will view and learn about native plant species, snails and birds. Transportation from Hilo will be provided. Dress for hiking and possible rain. Bring water and lunch. Email to reserve a spot.
Contact: Emily Leucht, 430-1994, hawaii.nei.art@gmail.com
FOZ ANNUAL GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Where: Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens, Highway 11, Hilo
When: 11 a.m. Aug. 21
Details: Friends of the Zoo invites all members to the annual general membership meeting and potluck. Officers and board of directors will be elected. Potluck luncheon follows.
Contact: Barbara Thomason, 959-9233, ParadiseZoo@gmail.com
THE TRAVELING PLATE — A STATEWIDE CULINARY TOUR
Where: Nani Mau Gardens, 421 Makalika St., Hilo
When: 5:30 p.m. Aug. 21
Details: Celebrating the 70th anniversary of Easter Seals legacy in the Hawaiian Islands. New series of unique “traveling” culinary events stretching across the Islands. Featuring local celebrity chefs and the use of locally sourced ingredients. Celebrity chefs at the Big Island event will include executive chef Chris Damskey and pastry chef Kalani Garcia of Ulu Ocean Grill at The Four Seasons, executive chef Casey Halpern of Cafe Pesto, chef and owner Mark Noguchi of Pili Group, executive chef and owner Mark Pomaski of Moon & Turtle, chef Brian Hirata and Hawaii Community College and Culinary Institute of the Pacific chef instructor Jesse Moore of Nani Mau Gardens, who also will host. Tickets: www.eastersealshawaii.org.
Contact: Easter Seals, 529-1708
GRATITUDE FOR THE GARDEN
Where: Liliuokalani Gardens, Banyan Drive, Hilo
When: 8 a.m. Aug. 26
Details: Friends of Liliuokalani Gardens and volunteers prepare for the queen’s birthday celebration in September. Clean the lava rock outcroppings, rake leaves, remove invasive seaweed from the ponds and pull weeds. Wear gardening clothes and bring your gloves.
Contact: K.T. Cannon-Eger, 895-8130, kteger@hawaii.rr.com
36TH ANNUAL HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK CULTURAL FESTIVAL AND BIOBLITZ
Where: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 10 a.m. Aug. 27
Details: This year’s festival honors the park’s 100th anniversary. See Hawaiian cultural practices and learn how Hawaiians lived closely to the land as its stewards. Enjoy hula and music, watch skilled practitioners demonstrate their art and try your hand at Hawaiian crafts. This year’s festival again includes a BioBlitz, a hands-on chance to document the biodiversity that thrives in the lava flows and native rain forests of Kilauea. Free.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
BIG ISLAND ROAD RUNNERS HILO BAY 5K AND 10K
Where: Reed’s Bay Beach Park, 251 Banyan Drive, Hilo
When: 7:30 a.m. Sept. 11
Details: Cost is $5 for nonmembers; free to members. More information at www.bigislandroadrunners.org/BIRR_Events.html.
Contact: David Cotter, 747-2477, bigislandroadrunners@gmail.com
Pau Hana
COMING
LIVE JAZZY DANCE MUSIC WITH THE JAZZTONES
Where: Hilo Elks Lodge, 150 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. Aug. 20
Details: Enjoy a beginner-friendly swing dance lesson by the Hilo Hep Cats at 7 p.m., followed by live dance music from 8-10 p.m. No partner or experience needed; come to dance or just tap your toes. Entry on a sliding scale, $10-$20; bring a pupu and get in for $5. If this is your first Swinging Saturday at the Elks, bring an image of the pass at hilohepcats.org to get in free.
Contact: Andrea Gill, 959-8216, hilohepcats@gmail.com
Performances
FRIDAY, Aug. 19
“KILAUEA 1916: A CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION OF KMC & HVNP”
Where: Kilauea Military Camp, Kilauea Theater, Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Aug. 19-28
Details: A look back at the people who were a part of the beginnings of both entities. Show explores the unique partnership between KMC and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Tickets are $10 and will be available at the door.
Contact: Suzi Bond, 982-7344, kden73@aol.com
COMING
HULA KAHIKO WITH NA KUMU HULA KEIKILANI CURNAN AND LIANA AVEIRO WITH HALAU WAIAU
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 10:30 a.m. Aug. 20
Details: Performance is in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting at the kahua hula (platform) and presented authentically in a natural setting, rain or shine, without electronic amplification. Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mats. Free, but park fees apply.
Contact: Desiree Cruz, 987-7288, volcanohula@gmail.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, Aug. 13
CAR WASH BENEFITS ABUSED CHILDREN
Where: Ohana Fuels — Puainako, 26 Kekela St., Hilo
When: 8 a.m. today
Details: Get your car washed for $5 until 2 p.m. and help abused children in East Hawaii, or stop by and give a donation to the Friends of the Children’s Justice Center of East Hawaii.
Contact: Marcia Prose, 959-7707, or visit fcjcEastHawaii.org
STABLES SWAP MEET
Where: 15-859 Kahakai, Pahoa
When: 8:30 a.m. today
Details: Second Saturday of each month. Vendors sought for secondhand and garage sale items, plants, produce, food, crafts and local small business promotion. Vendors can register at www.stablesswapmeet.com.
Contact: Dawn Hurwitz, 9363046, stablesswapmeet@gmail.com
STEWARDSHIP AT THE SUMMIT
Where: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 9 a.m. today and Friday; Sept. 2, 10, 14 and 30
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
HILO HIGASHI HONGWANJI OBON SERVICE AND BON DANCE
Where: Hilo Higashi Hongwanji Temple (service) and the makai parking lot (bon dance), 216 Mohouli St., Hilo
When: 6 p.m. today and 10 a.m. Sunday
Details: Paying homage and remembering those who passed away within the past 12 months. Food items and refreshments will be available for purchase at the concession. Ura bon (day after obon) service is Sunday. Public welcome to attend both services and the bon dance. Free. Bon dance practice is 7-8:30 p.m. Aug. 2 and 9 at the temple social hall; free to the public.
Contact: The Rev. Marcos Sawada or David Kohara, 935-8968, hilohigashi@gmail.com
SLEEP TRAIN’S SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE FOR FOSTER KIDS
Where: Sleep Train, 708 Kanoelehua Blvd., Hilo
When: Regular Sleep Train hours through Aug. 21
Details: The first day of school is an exciting time for most kids. But for foster kids, it can bring uneasiness about starting again at a new school, making new friends, fitting in and keeping up with classwork. This supply drive is an easy way to give back to local foster kids. The most requested items include backpacks, three-ring binders, notebooks, flash drives and packs of pens and pencils.
Contact: Sleep Train, 877-889-3452, philanthropy@sleeptrain.com
SUNDAY, Aug. 14
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
TUESDAY, Aug. 16
CENTENNIAL SERIES AFTER DARK IN THE PARK: THE ESTABLISHMENT OF HAWAII NATIONAL PARK
Where: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Kilauea Visitor Center
When: 7 p.m. Tuesday
Details: Take a look into the development of Hawaii National Park with archaeologist Jadelyn Moniz-Nakamura and learn about key creators of the early park. Free, but park entrance fees apply.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 17
PUNA BAPTIST CHURCH VACATION BIBLE ADVENTURES 2016
Where: Puna Baptist Church, 15-3188 Pahoa-Kapoho Road, Pahoa
When: 5 p.m. Wednesdays
Details: Dinner until 5:30 p.m., followed by adventures, crafts and music for the children, and the DVD series “Guardrails: Avoiding Regrets in Your Life” for parents and teens. Every Wednesday.
Contact: 965-9970, PunaBaptistChurch@gmail.com
THURSDAY, Aug. 18
“FINDING SOLUTIONS, GROWING PEACE” FREE BROWN BAG LUNCH SERIES
Where: Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, 655 Kilauea Ave., Hilo
When: Noon on Thursday
Details: This month’s speaker is Joan Shafer, who will present “Working with Employee Recognition: The Linchpin Value for Cultural Transformation in Your Organization.” Free and open to the public.
Contact: Jenifer Aveiro, Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center, 935-7844, ext. 1, jenifer@hawaiimediation.org
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, Aug. 19
ALOHA FRIDAY ON THE PORCH
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 11 a.m. Friday
Details: Kumu hula of Halau Ke Ola o Ka Lani, Moses Kaho‘okele Crabbe, shares 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
COMING
FAMILY CAREGIVER RESPITE DAY
Where: Hilo Adult Day Center, 34 Rainbow Drive, Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Aug. 20
Details: This month’s program features Audrey Wilson, who will talk food. Back, shoulder, foot and hand massages, along with therapeutic touch, qigong, continental brunch and an art activity. Talk story with family caregivers. Learn tools and solutions that might help with your family caregiving. Registration $10 (scholarships available). Free adult care provided.
Contact: Lizby, 961-3747, hiac@hawaiiislandadultcare.org
WALK INTO THE PAST AT VOLCANO HOUSE
Where: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Kilauea Visitor Center
When: 10 a.m. Aug. 20
Details: Join an easy centennial hike to the Volcano House. Learn about the role this iconic lodge, perched on the edge of Kilauea caldera, played in the park’s early history. Free, but park entrance fees apply.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
NA MEA HULA WITH LOKE KAMANU AND ‘OHANA
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 11 a.m. Aug. 20
Details: Join Native Hawaiian cultural specialist Loke Kamanu and her ohana as they set up shop on the lanai. Presenting a lovely display of na mea hula (all things hula), Loke will share a variety of instruments, implements and lei styles that play an integral role in the life of the hula practitioner. This memorable demonstration is hands-on and family friendly.
Contact: Desiree Cruz, 987-7288, volcanohula@gmail.com
ENVIRONMENT HAWAII DINNER
Where: ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center, 600 ‘Imiloa Place, Hilo
When: 6 p.m. Aug. 21
Details: Robin Baird, the foremost expert on Hawaiian whales and dolphins, will be guest speaker at Environment Hawaii’s annual dinner. Music by Lou Ann Gurney and Leonard Kubo. Cost is $65 per person. Reservations by Aug. 16.
Contact: Patricia Tummons, 934-0115, ptummons@gmail.com
ALOHA FRIDAY ON THE PORCH
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 11 a.m. Aug. 26
Details: Tropical agriculture farmer Kaipo AhChong will share his expert lei-making skills with VAC visitors. As a member of Halau Na Kamalei, his unique experience marries the science of agriculture with Hawaiian lei and hula traditions. Free, but park fees apply.
Contact: Alyssa Johnasen, 967-8222, alyssa@volcanoartcenter.org
NA LEO MANU HAWAIIAN CONCERT SERIES
Where: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Kilauea Military Camp, Kilauea Theater
When: 6 p.m. Aug. 26
Details: Kick off the park’s 36th annual Hawaiian Culture Festival and BioBlitz weekend with Hawaiian music by Kenneth Makuakane and Mark Yamanaka, and hula with Halau Hula o Akaunu. Free.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
36TH ANNUAL HAWAIIAN CULTURAL FESTIVAL AND BIOBLITZ
Where: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Pa Hula, near Kilauea Visitor Center
When: 9 a.m. Aug. 27
Details: Themed “E Ho‘omau” (to perpetuate; to continue in a way that causes good to be long-lasting), the 36th annual Hawaiian Cultural Festival and BioBlitz invites people of all ages to engage, learn and enjoy how culture and science merge in Hawaii with music, cultural demonstrations, a living laboratory and more. Free.
Contact: Park information, 985-6011, havo_interpretation@nps.gov
FRIENDS OF HILO PUBLIC LIBRARY FIRST SATURDAY BOOK SALE
Where: Hilo Public Library, 300 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Sept. 3
Details: Books, magazines, CDs, DVDs, LPs for sale. All proceeds benefit the Hilo Public Library and librarian scholarships. First Saturday of every month.
Contact: Dorothy Short, 935-3733, shortsinhilo@gmail.com
19TH ANNUAL DANIEL R. SAYRE FOUNDATION FUNDRAISER AND AWARDS DINNER
Where: The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, 1 N. Kaniku Drive, Kohala Coast
When: 4:30 p.m. Sept. 3
Details: All funds raised go toward the purchase of rescue equipment and professional training for the Hawaii Fire Department.
Contact: Laura Sayre, 325-5456, mallerysayre@hawaii.rr.com
WAIAKEA HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2006 10-YEAR REUNION
Where: Nani Mau Gardens, 421 Makalika St., Hilo
When: 6 p.m. Sept. 3
Details: Tickets are $40 alumni, $45 guests. Join the Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/waiakea2006.
Contact: 936-6435, waiakea2006@gmail.com
CITIZENSHIP DAY CEREMONY
Where: Aunty Sally Luau Hale, 799 Piilani St., Hilo
When: 1:30 p.m. Sept. 16
Details: The County of Hawaii’s Immigration Information Office is seeking names to honor those who have taken the oath of U.S. citizenship from September 2015 to September 2016. Deadline to participate in the program is Sept. 11. The public is invited to attend this free event.
Contact: Tulpe Day, 961-8220
NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY
Where: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 9 a.m. Sept. 24
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
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
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
