Arts
Arts
GLASS BLOWING DEMONSTRATION IN VOLCANO
Where: 2400 Fahrenheit, 11-3200 Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 10 AM April 5, 2015
Details: Mike & Misato Mortara will be giving a glass blowing demonstration from 10am-1pm at their studio 2400 Fahrenheit. This is one of the few glass blowing studios open to the public. Come by and see them in action. This event is made possible by Volcano Art Center through a grant from Hawaii State Foundation on Culture and the Arts.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 808-967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
HAMAKUA SWCD BOARD MEETING
Where: Teleconference between USDA-NRCS Hilo & Waimea Service Centers, 154
Waianuenue Ave Room 302, Hilo, HI 96720 & 67-1185 Mamalahoa Highway, Suite
H148, Kamuela, Hawaii 96743, Hilo/Waimea
When: 2 AM April 7, 2015
Details: The public is invited to attend.
Contact: Kanoe Malani, 808-933-8363, kanoe.malani@hi.nacdnet.net
HULA KAHIKO PERFORMANCE
Where: EHCC/Hawaii Museum of Contemporary Art, 141 Kalakaua St, Hilo
When: 6 AM April 7, 2015
Details: Tues., April 7, Hula Kahiko Performance 6-7pm. EHCC/Hawaii Museum of Contemporary Art presents Where My Spirit Guides Us, a collection of Hawaiian spiritual photographs by Michael Philip Manheim, gallery talk 5:45pm. Hula performances at 6pm by Halau Hula Ka Makani Hali ‘Ala O Puna with Kumu Hula Ali’i Kahuna Nui Ehulani Stephany. Craft table and demonstrations. Museum at 141 Kalakaua St, Hilo. Call 808-961-5711 or visit www.ehcc.org
Contact: Claudia Hagan, 808-961-5711, admin@ehcc.org
KAMAAINA MERRIE MONARCH CRAFT FAIR
Where: Hilo Shopping Center, Kilauea at Kekuanaoa, Hilo
When: 9 AM April 8, 2015
Details: The public is invited to our annual Merrie Monarch Craft Fair on Wednesday, April 8, 9am=5pm; Thursday, April 9, 9am-5pm and on Friday, April 10, 9am-4:30pm. There is no admission fee to attend. Come and visit your friends and family crafters who have been “crafting” since Christmas!
Contact: Marcia Prose, 959-7707, mmprose@hawaiiantel.net
HAWCC 17TH ANNUAL HILO CULINARY CLASSIC
Where: Hawaii Community College Cafeteria, 1175 Manono St. , Hilo
When: 11 AM April 10, 2015
Details: Please come and join us as the Culinary Arts Program will display and prepare savory multi-course meals, inventive desserts, hors d’oeuvres, celebration cakes and edible art pieces for competition. The event will also feature food to eat, a heavy pupu buffet, and everyone is invited to attend! Tickets are $9.50, and are available at the HawCC Cafeteria, Bamboo Hale and from culinary students on campus. Tickets will also be available at the door. Call for more information.
Contact: Allan Okuda, 808-934-2559, allano@hawaii.edu
Classes
WALKING MEDITATION IN THE WILD IN NORTH KOHALA
Where: At ‘Iole, the Historic Bond Homestead 53-496 ‘Iole Road, Kapaau
When: 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 4
Details: With Gavin Harrison. Rain or shine. Not strenuous. Followed by refreshments. Bring hat, hiking shoes, sunscreen, bottled water, a towel or cushion for rest stops, raingear, mosquito repellent. No charge, but suggested $10-$15 donation helps make this program possible.
Contact: info@iolehawaii.com or the ‘Iole office at 808-889-5151
AWAKENING TO THE DEEPEST TRUTH OF WHO WE ARE: A GATHERING WITH GAVIN HARRISON
Where: Waimea Events Salon, 66-1664 Waiaka St., Waimea
When: 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Sunday, April 5
Details: Sitting and Walking Meditation, Talk, Dialogue/Inquiry. Groups are non-denominational and open to all. Experienced and beginning meditators welcome-meditation guidance is offered. Bring your own meditation cushion. Chairs are available. Gavin gratefully accepts donations to help cover his living expenses. Ongoing, first Sunday of each month.
Contact: Matilda Tompson, 808 885 9206, TompsonP001@hawaii.rr.com, http://www.gavinharrison.net/
UNDERSTANDING HAWAIIAN SONG COMPOSITION CLASS
Where: North Hawaii Education and Research Center, 45-539 Plumeria St., Honokaa
When: 5:30 p.m. April 6
Details: Tuition is $50. Bring your ukulele or guitar and join Hawaiian language instructor and musician Makela Bruno-Kidani as she teaches an overview of composing Hawaiian music and basic chords. Students also will learn about the importance of the kaona (hidden meaning) with a brief introduction to Hawaiian language structure. Registration is open now through the first day of class.
Contact: Ramona Herlihy, 775-8890, rherlihy@hawaii.edu
BEGINNER SLOW DANCING CLASSES AND BEGINNER NIGHT CLUB TWO STEP CLASSES
Where: Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana Street, Hilo
When: 9 AM April 5, 2015
Details: 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m., Fridays. April 10, 2015 – June 5, 2015. Offered by Department of Parks and Recreation. $10. Must be 55 years or older.
Contact: J. Lauro, 966-8147
HUNA TALK WITH SERGE KAHILI KING, PH.D.
Where: Cooper Center, Wright Road, Volcano
When: 1 PM April 5, 2015
Details: “How To Heal With Symbols” will be the topic, starting with a Hawaiian legend and closing with a Q & A session and a blessing. Dr. King will share techniques related to the topic. Free to all.
Contact: Serge King, 985-8880, serge@huna.org
ZUMBA GOLD TONING
Where: YMCA, 300 West Lanikaula street, Hilo
When: 6:30 AM April 6, 2015
Details: Zumba Gold Toning. MWF 6:30am-7:30am A low impact workout. Suited for all levels of fitness. Great fun, great music, come get fit, get toned, get inspired. Members and drop In’s welcome. YMCA 935-3721 or Harriet 640-3876
Contact: Harriet Rocha, 808 640-3876, har_c1@yahoo.com
ZUMBA GOLD CHAIR
Where: Hilo YMCA, 300 West Lanikaula Street, Hilo
When: 11 AM April 6, 2015
Details: Zumba Gold Chair with Toning. A low impact SEATED workout. All the benefits of Zumba while seated. Classes are MWF 11am-12pm. Members and Drop In’s welcome. Get Fit, Get Toned Get Inspired. Classes are ongoing. Call YMCA 935-3721 or Harriet at 640-3876.
Contact: Harriet Rocha, 808 640-3876, har_c1@yahoo.com
IPAD — THE BASICS
Where: Hawaii Youth Business Center- Church on a Sure Foundation, 16-1592
Pohaku Circle (corner at Hwy 130), Keaau
When: 1 PM April 6, 2015
Details: Need to start from the beginning? Getting to know your way around your iPad is very simple. We shall guide you to navigate it. Classes are April 6, 8, 13, & 15 (Mon & Wed). Each session is 1 & 1/2 hrs., $60 includes all sessions. Pre-registration is necessary, minimum class size 5, maximum 8. You must bring your own iPad, iPhone or iPod touch. Dawn Hurwitz of Mac Assistance & Natec Harijan of Hawaii Youth Business Center are co teachers at HYBC’s new location at Church on a Sure Foundation off Hwy 130
Contact: Dawn Hurwitz, 808-936-3046, dawnhurwitz@mac.com
MAC 2 FOR SENIORS 50+ YEARS
Where: SENIORNET 2ND FLOOR ROOM 201, 891 ULULANI STREET, HILO
When: 9 AM April 7, 2015
Details: April 7,9, 2015 from 9:00-Noon. You will learn how to use iPhoto, create slide show, iTunes and Garage band which comes factory installed. Class fee $36. For seniors 50+ years. Prerequisite: Mac 1
Contact: JUNE KNELL, 974-7603, cyberlu@gmail.com
LET’S KEEP DANCING
Where: Hilo Elks Lodge, 150 Kinoole St, Hilo
When: 7 PM April 7, 2015
Details: Hilo Bay Dance Club begins classes again on Tuesday April 7. This quarter we are teaching Beginning Country Two Step, Intermediate Cha Cha and Intermediate Foxtrot. Join us no matter your level of dance experience, newcomers are especially welcome. Check our website hilobaydanceclub.com for our schedule and syllabus and bigislanddancing.com for other dance events in our community.
Contact: Andrew Bisset, 345-0280, andrewbisset@hawaii.rr.com
INTERMEDIATE ‘UKULELE CLASS
Where: North Hawai’i Education and Research Center, 45-539 Plumeria St,
Honokaa, HI 96727, Honokaa
When: 5:30 PM April 7, 2015
Details: TUESDAYS 5:30-6:30pm April 7th-May 12th, 2015 Tuition: $50 Let’s kani ka pila! Join experienced ‘ukulele player, vocalist and songwriter Brad Bordessa to learn alternate chords and how to pick an entire song on your ‘ukulele. Pre-requisite of Basic Ukulele or relevant skill required. Registration is open now through the first day of class (Tuesday April 7th, 2015). For more information or to register, please call (808) 775-8890. For disability accommodation, please call (808) 775-8890 (V), (808) 932-7002 (TTY) or email Ramona Herlihy, rherlihy@hawaii.edu by March 23, 2015.
Contact: Ramona Herlihy, 808-775-8890, rherlihy@hawaii.edu
HBDA EAST HAWAII CHAPTER BALLROOM DANCERS
Where: Waiakea High in front of gym, 155 Kawili St portable.#22, Hilo,Hawaii 96720
When: 6:45 PM April 8, 2015
Details: Come and check out our 1st quarter classes.We will be doing Merengue and West Coast Swing.You have 3 weeks to register April 8,15,and 22,the earlier the better.Our Anniversary ball is coming up May 23.For more info call 982-6515.
Contact: Greg, 808-982-6515
BIBDC BALLROOM DANCE CLASSES
Where: Church of the Holy Cross Multipurpose Room, 440 W Lanikaula St., Hilo
When: 7 PM April 8, 2015
Details: Dance classes being taught include swing, waltz and samba. Registration starts at 6:30 pm with classes starting at 7:00 on April 1.Dance classes being taught include swing, waltz and samba. Registration starts at 6:30 pm with classes starting at 7:00 on April 1.
Contact: Violet Oliver, 938-0691
FREE HULA WORKSHOPS
Where: EHCC/Hawaii Museum of Contemporary Art, 141 Kalakaua St, Hilo
When: 10 AM April 9, 2015
Details: EHCC/Hawaii Museum of Contemporary Art presents beginner lessons 10-11; int./adv. hula kahiko 11-12:30; kids age 3-12 at 3-4pm. with Kumu Hula Ali’i Kahuna Nui Ehulani Stephany and halau members. Craft table and demonstration 10-4. Museum: 141 Kalakaua St, Hilo. Call 808-961-5711 or visit www.ehcc.org
Contact: Claudia Hagan, 808-961-5711, admin@ehcc.org
SOULCOLLAGE(R) FOR SENIORS
Where: Keaau Community Center, 16-186 Pili Mua Street, Keaau
When: 9 AM April 10, 2015
Details: Friday mornings 9am to 12 noon April 10th through June 5 SoulCollage(R) is an easy, fun, creative practice of cutting and pasting magazine images into a series of expressive cards through which you can access your intuitive wisdom. You must be 55 or older to participate. $10 registration fee plus materials fee of $5 per class. Further info: gardngeek@aol.com
Contact: Margaret, 966-5801
BEGINNER SLOW DANCING CLASSES; BEGINNER NIGHT CLUB TWO STEP CLASSES
Where: Kamana Senior Center, 127 Kamana St., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Fridays from April 10 to June 5
Details: Offered by the county Department of Parks and Recreation. Cost is $10. Must be 55 years or older.
Contact: J. Lauro, 966-8147
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCE NIGHT CLUB TWO STEP CLASSES; INTERMEDIATE INTERNATIONAL RUMBA CLASSES
Where: Keaau Community Center, Keaau
When: 6:30 p.m. Fridays from April 10 to June 5
Details: Offered by the county Department of Parks and Recreation. Cost is $10. Must be 55 years or older.
Contact: J. Lauro, 966-8147
INTRODUCTORY HALAI ENERGY HEALING CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP
Where: Halai Healing Place, 75-5737 Kuakini Highway, Kailua Kona
When: 8:30 AM April 11, 2015
Details: Two-day certification Halai Energy Healing workshop. Saturday and Sunday, April 11th and 12th, 8:30am – 2:30pm. Discover ancient mysteries and origins of the human energy system. Explore the body’s energy field (aura) to balance mind, body and spirit for yourself and others. Delve in to a deep understanding of the human chakra system. Learn to see, feel, assess, balance and boost the human auric field for optimal health and wellbeing. Investment: $295 + tax. Pre-registration required. Limited space available.
Contact: LaRen Kristen, 808-987-6010, LaRen@HalaiHealingPlace.com
NATIVE PLANT TECHNIQUES
Where: Hawaii Community College, 1175 Manono St., Hilo
When: 9 AM April 11, 2015
Details: Plant Taro, Sweet Potato, Sugarcane, and Awa in specific styles that pertain to your soil and climate conditions. See firsthand how to create a specific method and for what purpose. Kealii Lilly will teach tips to good crop success. Call OCET at 934-2700 to register.
Contact: Tiana Koga, 934-2700, tmkoga@hawaii.edu
PERSONAL CAREGIVER TRAINING CERTIFICATION COURSE
Where: North Hawai’i Education and Research Center, 45-539 Plumeria St,
Honokaa, HI 96727, Honokaa
When: 9 AM April 11, 2015
Details: SATURDAYS 9:00am-3:00pm April 11th-May 16th, 2015 Tuition: $150 Instructors Jeani Navarro, Dr Jan Brencick and Cecelia Adams will co-teach this comprehensive training course. The course will cover the history of the caregiving profession and provide current training in key areas of personal caregiving including health and safety, personal care, use of equipment and body mechanics. This course has been designed specifically for those working with special needs youth and adults as a personal assistant (PA) or direct service worker (DSW). It also meets Hawaii Department of Health Standards for Staff Training. *It is not a CNA Class* Registration is open now through the first day of class (Saturday, April 11th, 2015). For more information or to register, please call (808) 775-8890. For disability accommodation, please call (808) 775-8890 (V), (808) 932-7002 (TTY) or email Ramona Herlihy, rherlihy@hawaii.edu by March 23, 2015.
Contact: Ramona Herlihy, 808-775-8890, rherlihy@hawaii.edu
SEEDS! POLLINATION, DIVERSITY & BASIC SEED SAVING
Where: Hawaii Community College, 200 W Kawili St, Hilo
When: 9 AM April 11, 2015
Details: This free workshop will teach pollination biology, the value (and decline) of seed diversity, and basic seed saving skills. Although the target audience of this workshop is for students in grades 6-12, this workshop is recommended for all teachers, K-12 as well as the general public.
Contact: Donna Mitts, 808-887-6411, dmitts@kohalacenter.org
PROCESS PAINTING
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 9:30 AM April 11, 2015
Details: Volcano Art Center is again pleased to offer “Process Painting” with Patricia Hoban. The workshop will be held from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm at VAC’s Niaulani Campus. Cost is just $50 for VAC Members ($55 non-members) with a $5 supply fee. Please bring a lunch, drinks, and wear painting clothes. For more information or to register for the workshop please visit: www.volcanoartcenter.org or call VAC at 967-8222. No previous art education or painting experience is necessary.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 808-967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
Clubs
HAWAIIAN QUILTING CLUB
Where: Keaau Community Center, Old Volcano Road, Keaau
When: 9 AM April 4, 2015
Details: Hawaiian Quilt Club members are happy to help members of the community who wish to learn to sew a Hawaiian pillow, wall hanging, or quilt. Patterns are available. Keaau Community Center is located in the back of the Keaau Police Station
Contact: Merci, 959-7967
SENIORS OF PARADISE MEETING
Where: HPP Activity Center, Makuu Drive between 16th & 17th, Keaau
When: 9:30 a.m. April 6
Details: Easter theme. Business meeting will be followed by egg decorating, games and a potluck lunch. All 55 and older are welcome. Come enjoy fellowship with the kupuna.
Contact: Peggy McKinsey, 333-5286, peggymckinsey@yahoo.com
HILO TOASTMASTERS
Where: office building, 614 Kilauea Avenue, Hilo
When: 12:10 AM April 7, 2015
Details: Transform yourself, enhance your leadership potential and improve your public speaking skills. Toastmasters International’s self-paced program is friendly, fun, and affordable allowing you to build confidence and meet your goals. Ongoing-Tuesdays 12:10-1:10. Evening meetings, first and third Thursdays 5:30-7PM. Be our guest. http://www.hilotoastmasters.com
Contact: NJ Moses, 8087694076, dntmoses@msn.com
HAWAII PHOTO SHOOTERS
Where: Komohana Agriculture Research & Extension Center, 875 Komohana St., Hilo
When: 6 PM April 9, 2015
Details: Susan Miyasaka will talk about “Lessons learned in the Outback: Australian birds and Photography.” She will share information that she gained during a workshop held at Bowra Nature Preserve. Public is invited. For more information, www.hawaiiphotoshooters.com .
Contact: Susan Miyasaka, 808-969-8258, sc_miyasaka@yahoo.com
COMMITTEE ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN
Where: Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, 655 Kilauea Ave, HIlo & 81-980
Haleki’i St #150, Kealakekua, Hilo and Kealakekua
When: 10 AM April 10, 2015
Details: The Hawaii County Committee on the Status of Women invites all interested persons to attend this meeting.
Contact: Roxanne Aburamen, 808-934-3345,
DAV CHAPTER 6 MONTHLY MEETING AND ELECTION OF OFFICERS
Where: Kamana Senior Center, Hilo, 127 Kamana St., Hilo
When: 11 AM April 11, 2015
Details: Any man or woman, who was wounded, gassed, injured or disabled in line of duty during time of war, while in the service of either the military or naval forces is invited. To all chapter 6 members, the second Saturday of April will be a very important meeting and election of officers for the 2016 year. Please make a special effort to attend and see if there is a position in the election process that you might be interested to serve in.
Contact: Jaime Tomas, 808-961-2764
Health
NEW START PLUS
Where: Samon SD church, 17-594 Highway 11, Kurtistown
When: 7 PM April 4, 2015
Details: free to the public, three nights April 4,5,6 covering Nutrition Exercise, Water, Sun, Temperance, Air, Rest, Trust to be Healthy, Happy and Holy for Heaven see www.newstartplus.org
Contact: paul volk, 982 9141, paulvolk@yahoo.com
CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
Where: Aging and Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole Street , Hilo
When: 5 AM April 8, 2015
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 at 5pm.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com
FORGETFUL? SUPPORT GROUP FOR YOU
Where: Aging and Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole Street , Hilo
When: 5 AM April 8, 2015
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 at 5 pm.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com
Just for Keiki
KMC EASTER EGG HUNT
Where: Kilauea Military Camp Ohia Room, 99-252 Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 9 AM April 5, 2015
Details: Children 10 years old and under are invited to participant in our Annual Easter Egg Hunt. Pre-registration is suggested by calling the Recreation Lodge at 967-8352, but registration can still be made from 7:30 – 9:00 am on the day of event in the Ohia Room. Don’t forget your Easter Baskets! Park fee will apply.
Contact: LeeAnn Villa, 967-8352, marketing@kmc-volcano.com
CHILD SAFETY SEAT CHECK UP EVENT
Where: Target of Hilo, 391 Makaala St., Hilo
When: 10 AM April 11, 2015
Details: FREE Child Safety Seat Inspection on April 11, 2015, from 10am-2pm, at the Target Hilo parking lot off Makaala st. Giveaways for Keiki and a drawing to win a free car seat! To make an appointment Please call or text 8082164793, drive ups are welcome! Make sure your Keiki is protected too!
Contact: Mark Mochida, 216-4793, mochida1800@yahoo.com
Outdoors
KAWAIHAE SNORKEL DAY FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
Where: Spencer Beach Park, Highway 270, Waimea, HI 96743
When: 10 AM April 10, 2015
Details: Snorkel Days create possibilities for people with disabilities and their ohana to participate in assisted adaptive ocean activities. When: Friday April 10, 2015 Where: Spencer Beach Park Time: 10am-2pm Cost: FREE Register in advance: snorkelday@deepandbeyond.org or call 808-326-4400 ext 4017 Bring a dish to share for potluck lunch; volunteers needed at 9am:)
Contact: Stephanie Kovatch, 808-326-4400 Ext 4017,
snorkelday@deepandbeyond.org
WAIMEA OUTDOOR CIRCLE SPRING PLANT SALE
Where: Waimea Nature Park, Behind Canada France Hawaii Telescope, Waimea
When: 9 AM April 11, 2015
Details: Spring Plant Sale with local vendors offering a wide variety of plants, trees, garden starts and more. Area Artists will be displaying and selling their artwork for the first time in the park. Don’t miss ono food from Kuikku Okazuya food truck.
Contact: Cheryl Langton, 936-1468, clangton@hawaii.rr.com
WAIMEA OUTDOOR CIRCLE SPRING PLANT SALE
Where: Waimea Nature Park, Behind Canada France Hawaii Telescope, Waimea
When: 9 AM April 11, 2015
Details: Spring Plant Sale with local vendors offering a wide variety of plants, trees, garden starts and more. Area Artists will be displaying and selling their artwork for the first time in the park. Don’t miss ono food from Kuikku Okazuya food truck.
Contact: Cheryl Langton, 936-1468, clangton@hawaii.rr.com
HILO OVAL TRACK: STOCK CAR EXHIBITION
Where: Behind the Hilo Drag Strip, 800 Leilani Street, Hilo
When: 11 AM April 11, 2015
Details: Come to the Hilo Oval Track and enjoy six classes of racing: front wheel bomber, rear wheel bomber, 4-cylinder stock, V8 stock, and V8 modifieds. General Admission plus pit pass is $10. Children under 10 are free and concessions will be available.
Contact: Woody, 808 430 2339
Pau Hana
MONGOLIAN BBQ AT KMC
Where: Kilauea Military Camp; Crater Rim Cafe, 99-252 Crater Rim Drive,
Hawaii National Park
When: 5 PM April 7, 2015
Details: Come and experience our monthly Mongolian BBQ served from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm in the Crater Rim Café! $.85 per ounce includes protein, noodles, veggies, rice and a beverage. Call 967-8356 for more information. Park fees apply.
Contact: Piilani Galdones, 967-8356, www.marketing@kmc-volcano.com
EAGLES STEAK/FISH DINNER
Where: Fraternal Order of Eagles, 16-111 Opukahaia Street, Kea`au
When: 6 PM April 10, 2015
Details: a delicious dinner that includes your choice of Boneless Sirloin Steak cooked to order on the outdoor grill or Fish breaded in Panko. Also includes Baked Potato, Rice, Salad, Desserts and Coffee. Other beverages available by donation.
Contact: Lucy Moody, 965-9114, lucyinpahoa@hotmail.com
Performances
MONSANTO DOCUMENTARY
Where: UHH Campus, UCB 100, 200 W, Kawili Street, Hilo, HI
When: 7 PM April 9, 2015
Details: Documentary, “The World According to Monsanto.” From Agent Orange to GMO crops, Monsanto, a biotech giant that created growth hormone RBSt Roundup, 245T, Agent Orange, PCBs and dioxin. Discussion following the film. To get to UCB 100 from Kinoole St: go mauka on Kawili St. to the 2nd light turn right and at the guard shack the building ahead to the left is UCB and the double doors up the stairway that you see is room 100. Park free to the right. FREE.
Contact: Noelie Rodriguez, 934-2635 or 963-6966, noelie@hawaii.edu
CONCERT@THE TEA ROOM — TIANA MALONE JENNINGS & OFF THE GRID — SELKIES & CEDARS
Where: Perfect Harmony Tea Room, 276 Keawe St, Hilo
When: 7 PM April 10, 2015
Details: An evening of musical medicine with Soul Reggae indie (Hoku Finalist this year) Group, Tiana & Off The Grid, and Soul Folk Americana Duo, Selkies and Cedars. offthegridmusic.org or selkiesandcedars.com. Suggested donation of $10. Tea and snacks for purchase.
Contact: Tiana Malone Jennings, 808-989-5323, offthegridmusic808@gmail.com
THE IMITATION GAME
Where: The Palace Theater, 38 Haili Street, Hilo
When: 7 PM April 10, 2015
Details: 4/10, 4/11, 4/13 & 4/14 at 7pm & 4/12 at 2:30pm & 7pm! 6 Oscar Nominations! During World War II, mathematician Alan Turing tries to crack the enigma code with help from fellow mathematicians.
Contact: Meadow Lambert, (808) 934-7010, meadow.lambert@hilopalace.com
THREE TENORS – ULTIMI IN CONCERT
Where: Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel, 62-100 Kauna‘Oa Drive, Waimea
When: 7 p.m. April 10
Details: Opera/classical/crossover and Broadway performances in the beautiful setting of the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel. Tickets are $50 each.
Contact: Genette Freeman, 333-7378, gfreeman@hawaiipaf.org
All Kine Stuffs
KMC EASTER BRUNCH
Where: Crater Rim Cafe, 99-252 Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii National Park
When: 7:30 AM April 5, 2015
Details: Enjoy this delicious Brunch before or after collectiong all those Easter Eggs! Omelette Station, Honey Glazed Ham, Beef Pot Roast,and much more! $16.75 Adults and $8.50 for children 6-11 years old. Call 967-8356 for more information. Park fees apply.
Contact: Piilani Galdones, 967-8356, www.marketing@kmc-volcano.com
THE ONENESS CENTER OFFERS A NON-DENOMINATION SERVICE
Where: The Oneness Center- Mountain View, 17-7946 N. Kulani Rd, Mountain View
HI, Mountain View
When: 10:30 AM April 5, 2015
Details: The Oneness Center offers a non-denomination gathering on Sundays from 10:30-11:30 am. (love offering) Spiritual Cinema Circle Movie Night on Wednesdays from 6-8 pm.(love offering) For more information please call 345-1800
Contact: Dennis B Soares, 8083451800, dennis_soares@hotmail.com
“MARINE DEBRIS IN HAWAII”
Where: Lyman Museum, 276 Haili Street, Hilo
When: 7 PM April 6, 2015
Details: Catherine Spina, research and outreach specialist for the Hawaii Wildlife Fund, describes current marine debris removal and prevention efforts on the shores of Hawaii Island and Maui. $3, free to Museum members. For details: (808) 935-5021 or www.lymanmuseum.org
Contact: Gladys Suzuki, (808) 935-5021, education@lymanmuseum.org
ST. TERESA OF AVILA STUDY GROUP ON “INTERIOR CASTLE”
Where: Immaculate Heart of Mary, Homestead and Old Mamalahoa, off 19,
Papaikou
When: 6 PM April 7, 2015
Details: Our regular monthly study group on St. Teresa de Avila’s “Interior Castle” will not meet April 7 because too many participants are going to be off island. It will, however, resume on May 5, 6 pm at Immaculate Heart, studying the Fifth Mansions. See you then! Refreshments served and continue with film biography.
Contact: Thais da Rosa, Church Office (8am to 1pm, M-F) 964-1240, ihmparish@hotmail.com
MERRIE MONARCH INVITATIONAL HAWAIIAN ARTS FAIR
Where: Ah-Fook Chinen Civic and Butler Building, Manono Street, Hilo
When: 9 AM April 8, 2015
Details: Come and join us at the Merrie Monarch Invitational Hawaiian Arts Fair, April 8th – 11th, Wednesday to Friday 9am to 5pm and Saturday 9am to 4pm. Featuring the finest collection of Hawaiian arts and handcrafts. Free Hawaiian entertainment daily at 11am. Featuring Natalie Ai Kamauu, Kuana Torres-Kahele, Mark Yamanaka, Sean Naauao, Kainani Kahaunaele & Lei ‘Ula, Cyril Pahinui, Lito Arkangel, Darlene Ahuna, Diana Aki, and various hula hälau. Enjoy cultural demonstrations in kapa making, ‘ohe kapala, pahu drums, ipu making and native Hawaiian plants. Sign up for workshops in Ni’ihau shell lei making and ohe kapala. Learn how to make a poi board, Ti leaf lei, coconut midrib broom, bracelet and cup, Hau Hawaiian whistle and Hau bracelet. The official Merrie Monarch Festival t-shirts, programs and posters sold here. This is a free event.
Contact: Nelson Makua, 966-4647, mmcraftfair@hawaiiantel.net
PUNA SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Where: W.H. Shipman office in Keaau, 16-523 Keaau-Pahoa Rd., Keaau
When: 9:30 AM April 8, 2015
Details: The public is invited to attend.
Contact: Jennifer Reavis, 808-933-8350, jennier.lopez@hi.nacdnet.net
IMMIGRATION COMMUNITY OUTREACH — WAIMEA
Where: Council Office of Margaret Wille, 64-1067 Mamalahoa Hwy, Ste C5,
Kamuela, HI, Waimea
When: 10 AM April 10, 2015
Details: The Hawaii County Immigration Information Office will be available to answer questions on immigration related issues every 2nd Friday of the month at the Council Office of Margaret Wille (64-1067 Mamalahoa Hwy, Ste C5, Kamuela, HI). Please call the Immigration Office at 961-8220 for further information or appointments.
Contact: Tulpe Day, 961-8220
ALOHA FRIDAY ON THE PORCH
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii
Volcanoes National Park
When: 11 AM April 10, 2015
Details: Master lei maker, Randy Lee uses a variety of natural materials to fashion gorgeous lei from the freshest fern, leaves and flowers that he personally gathers from the rain forests of Pana`ewa. Enjoy the skill and wonderful stories that this well-respected practitioner has to offer. From 11am-1pm on the Gallery Porch. This free event is supported in part by a grant from the Hawai`i Tourism Authority and the County of Hawai`i, Dept. of Research and Development. However, National park entrance fees may apply.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 808-967-7565, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
HILO HIGH SCHOOL GYM GRAND OPENING
Where: Hilo High School, 556 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 1 PM April 11, 2015
Details: Join us at Hilo High’s Gym Grand Opening event. Be a part of school history as Hilo High celebrates its 1st spectator gym in over 109 years. Program starts at 1:00 pm, followed by celebration activities (entertainment, concession, gym tours & more).
Contact: Roy Kobayashi, 896-7855
2ND ANNUAL BACARDI BASH
Where: Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, 62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Drive, Kohala Coast,
Hawaii 96743
When: 6 PM April 11, 2015
Details: Mauna Kea Beach Hotel’s Bacardi Bash is back for the 2nd year, offering guests a friendly competition between chefs and mixologists. In addition to tasting the delicious treats, there will also be live entertainment. The event starts at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $75. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Kohala Hospital.
Contact: Concierge – Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, (808) 882-5707, maunakeaconcierge@maunakeabeachhotel.com
VOLCANO SWAP MEET AND KANIKAPILA MUSIC
Where: Cooper Center, Wright Road, Volcano Village
When: 8 a.m. April 11
Details: All kine stuffs, new and used. Local jewelry, crafts, plants/produce, furniture, honey. Ono grinds. Live music by Lilikoi Sam & Friends. Book store/thrift store open. Usually scheduled the second and fourth Saturdays of each month. Meet benefits Volcano Friends Feeding Friends.
Contact: Auntie Frances, 967-7800