Prince Kuhio Kalanianaole ‘Class of ’68’ reunion set

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“Where, oh where, are all our classmates?” The “Class of 1968 — Prince Kuhio Kalanianaole Elem. &Inter. School” after 46 years are planning their first class reunion. It’s been so long since graduating, they are having trouble getting addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, etc., of their classmates.

“Where, oh where, are all our classmates?” The “Class of 1968 — Prince Kuhio Kalanianaole Elem. &Inter. School” after 46 years are planning their first class reunion. It’s been so long since graduating, they are having trouble getting addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, etc., of their classmates.

The reunion is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 27 from 5 p.m.-10 p.m. at the Papaikou Hongwanji. There is a cost of $10.

Do you recognize any of these names of your classmates? They are members of the Planning Committee. Please contact them. The members are: Rachel (Sakata) Ancheta, 895-1218; Calvin Yagi, 896-0233; Diane (Matsui) Kunimoto, 640-1676; Marilyn (DeMello) Nerveza, 961-0842; Lorraine (Rabago) Mendoza, 990-1755; Gregg Miyashiro, 936-9606 or Gayle (Sunakoda) Ito, 936-4082.

On Sept. 19 Hokulea navigator Chad Paishon and crew member Leiohu Santos-Colburn came to Honokaa High and Intermediate. They shared their recent trip on the Hokulea that went to Samoa with the Agriculture and Culinary classes grades 8-12. Students also caught a glimpse of the World Wide Voyage that is taking place in the next couple years and its mission to Malama Honua (Earth).

Thanks to Na Kalai Waa Moku o Keawe, an organization on the Big island, for making this presentation possible. For more info about the Hokulea and the World Wide Voyage, visit http://www.hokulea.com/ and Na Kalai Waa Moku o Keawe at http://www.nakalaiwaa.org.

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Lydia’s Closet has a new home with new hours, and new types of merchandise. The “Grand Opening” is Saturday, Nov. 1, which is the anniversary day of the original Grand Opening in 2009. The Honokaa United Methodist Church welcomes everyone to explore their new spacious thrift/boutique shop now conveniently located in the cottage at the end of the church parking lot. Special hours for the Grand Opening will be 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Also they are having their annual bake sale at the grand opening and will be serving coffee.

Regular hours will be Saturdays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Watch for a weekday afternoon to soon be added to the schedule. Merchandise now includes apparel and accessories, kitchen and household goods, electronics, gardening items and Christmas decorations.

The church is located on Mamane Street across from Blane’s Drive Inn. Donations may still be left on the lanai of the education building located directly behind the church. For more information, please call the church at 775-0566.

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Suelang would like to invite you to come try Zumba Fitness. Zumba blends Latin music and world rhythms with easy-to-follow moves for a positivity-boosting, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Suelang has been teaching Zumba since 2009. After 3 years teaching in Winnipeg, Canada and the last 2 years in Honolulu, she is delighted to bring Zumba Fitness with Suelang to the beautiful historical town of Honokaa and it’s surrounding communities. Working out does not have to be a chore — it can be so much fun. She makes sure everyone in her class is having a great time while getting fabulous all-over-body toning and cardio workout. Her classes are high-energy but low pressure. As in, she understands that everyone’s bodies are different. No matter your age, shape, size or fitness level her classes are suitable for everyone. There is no right or wrong way to do Zumba. You can go fast, slow or anywhere in-between. She can guarantee that once class is over you will be wondering where the time went!

Please note it’s Free Zumba with Suelang at Hotel Honokaa Club, 45-3480 Mamane St., Oct. 20, 6-7 p.m., and Oct. 23, 5-6 p.m. No experience necessary. Bring water and smiles.

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When nine Polynesian men from the island of Oahu put their musical energy together, it adds up to one of the hottest RIB (Rhythm, Island and Blues) bands in the Pacific. Waikoloa Beach Resort announced that Nesian N.I.N.E. will appear in the Waikoloa Bowl for a very special, one-night-only concert, Saturday, Nov. 29, at 5:30 p.m. The concert is free as a gift to the community.

Since they hit the airwaves in 2009 with Hoku-nominated “Press Play,” Nesian N.I.N.E. (Natives Inna New Era) has been a band in demand, playing top clubs, concerts and music festivals in the islands and on the West Coast. They have had multiple guest appearances on KFVE TV “Heineken Hot Hawaiian Nights.” The group has shared the stage with top stars like Boyz II Men, Midnight Star, Brian McKnight, Klymaxx and El Debarge, delivering original covers of R&B, soul ballads and “old school” with their own unique blend of style.

Shar Carillo &Crew kick off the night, getting the energy going with Hawaiian, Pop, Rock, R&B and Country hits. Carillo is part of a multigeneration musical family, including mom Loke Sasil, half of the popular duo “Leahi.” She and the Crew fill some of the best music venues across the islands, appearing at Honolulu RAW, KITV’s“Island Hopping” and KFVE’s “Living Local with the Baraquios.”

Doors open to Waikoloa Bowl at 5 p.m., and the show starts at 5:30 p.m., with opening set by Shar Carillo &Crew, and Nesian N.I.N.E. in concert emceed by Shannon Scott. Beach towels, blankets or chairs welcome; no coolers permitted to this alcohol and drug-free event.

For more information, including kama‘aina rates on hotel accommodations, please visitwww.waikoloabeachresort.com/hothawaiiannights