Calendar for April 25
Arts
ADVERTISING
Friday, May 1
11TH HILO LEI DAY FESTIVAL
Where: Kalakaua Park, 141 Kalakaua St., Hilo
When: 10 a.m. May 1
Details: Free festival, featuring the music of B Iwalani Masoe and ‘Ohana and Bruddah Waltah Aipolani. Lei day queen is Kahokukauahiahionalani Fo; her lady in waiting is Thaliana Denise Leionaona Aipolani. Hula, ono snacks, aerial silks performance, lei-making demonstrations, art show preview.
Contact: Claudia Hagen, 961-5711, admin@ehcc.org or www.ehcc.org
KAULUWEHI LEI CONTEST
Where: Wailoa Center, 200 Piopio St., Hilo
When: 5:07 p.m. May 1
Details: The Division of Forestry and Wildlife is proud to present the second annual Kauluwehi Lei Contest, a juried lei contest and exhibition celebrating the native species, Hawaiian culture and sustainable picking practices on Hawaii Island. Kauluwehi 2015 features three main categories, including kahiko (traditional style lei), ‘auana (contemporary lei) and lei hulu (feather lei).
Contact: Anya Tagawa, 443-4245, atagawa@hawaii.edu
Saturday, May 2
CERAMIC ARTISTS KATE AND WILL JACOBSON AT VAC GALLERY
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 11 a.m. May 2
Details: Ceramic artists Kate and Will Jacobson will demonstrate painting on raku pottery on the VAC Gallery porch. Raku, a type of Japanese pottery, literally translates to “enjoyment,” “comfort” or “ease.” Come witness this husband and wife duo express their enjoyment of this artistic medium. Free, however, park entrance fee may apply.
Contact: Emily Catey Weiss, 967-7565, gallery@volcanoartcenter.org
Classes
Sunday, April 26
ECKANKAR COMMUNITY HU SONG
Where: TBA, Hilo
When: 11 a.m. April 26
Details: Join us for the Eckankar Community HU song, a monthly event on the fourth Sunday of each month in Hilo. HU is an ancient sound that comes from the heart of God and has been used by many different cultures for thousands of years. The HU is for people of all faiths and cultures. Anyone can sing it regardless of what religion they belong to. No charge for event.
Contact: Evangeline, 498-4455
Monday, April 27
AMERICAN RED CROSS CLASSES: APRIL
Where: American Red Cross Hawaii State Chapter—East Hawaii, 55 Ululani St, Hilo
When: 8:30 a.m. April 27
Details: Classes for adult and pediatric first aid/CPR/AED and adult first aid/CPR/AED. Registration required.
Contact: Krislyn Yano, 1-800-733-2767, www.redcross.org/take-a-class
Tuesday, April 28
PUBLIC LECTURE: COPING WITH TRAUMA ACROSS THE ISLANDS: HEALING THE WOUNDS OF OUR COMMUNITY
Where: UH Hilo campus, UCB 100, 200 W. Kawili St., Hilo
When: 4:30 p.m. April 28
Details: Emotional trauma comes in many forms, and its impact can be profound. Join us as we explore the various types of trauma present in our islands, and the paths available to healing and recovery. Panel includes Glenn Pressel and Urusula Platte, Argosy University faculty members and private practitioners, and Dr. B. Christopher Frueh, University of Hawaii at Hilo professor of psychology. These professionals will discuss treatment of PTSD, sexual trauma and domestic abuse, trauma within families, and more.
Contact: Bryan Kim, 974-7664, bryankim@hawaii.edu
CAPOEIRA ANGOLA
Where: Orange Moon Studio, 104 Keawe St., Hilo
When: 5:30 p.m. April 28
Details: Come learn the basics from a traditional lineage of capoeira angola and play. We help each other get strong as we explore the many layers of the game, including music, movement, intelligent strategies and applications. Classes are every Tuesday and Thursday.
Contact: Nate Parris, 503-866-1836, filmfight101@gmail.com
Wednesday, April 29
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. April 29
Details: At this three-hour workshop you will 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. Fee is $25. Limited space. Register at www.hisbdc.org.
Contact: Lydia Santiago, 933-0776, lydia.santiago@hisbdc.org
Friday, May 1
ZUMBA GOLD TONING
Where: Hilo YMCA, 300 W. Lanikaula St., Hilo
When: 6:30 a.m. May 1
Details: Zumba Gold Toning. Early morning classes offered Monday and Wednesday. Low impact, all fitness levels welcome. Get fit, toned and inspired.
Contact: YMCA, 935-3721; Harriet Rocha, 640-3876, har_c1@yahoo.com
ZUMBA GOLD CHAIR W/TONING
Where: Hilo YMCA, 300 W. Lanikaula St., Hilo
When: 11 a.m. May 1
Details: Zumba Gold Chair w/ Toning, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, a one-hour seated workout. Low impact, strengthen core, improve stamina and energy, and lose weight and inches as you tone and firm. Come get fit, toned and inspired. All levels of fitness welcome. Call Harriet 808 640-3876 or YMCA 808 935-3721.
Contact: YMCA, 935-3721; Harriet Rocha, 640-3876, har_c1@yahoo.com
BIG ISLAND SAFETY ASSOCIATION
Where: Aging and Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 11:30 a.m. May 1
Details: Speaker George Proctor, sales manager with Safety Systems & Signs Hawaii, will give a talk titled “Globally Harmonized System.” Learn about OSHA’s regulation on workplace requirements for recordkeeping, training and maintenance of hazardous chemicals. RSVP.
Contact: Wayne Kuwaye, 960-1171, or Stafford Oyama, 937-9744, stafford.oyama@gmail.com
COMING
REIKI LEVEL I CERTIFICATION WEEKEND WORKSHOP
Where: Halai Healing Place, 75-5737 Kuakini Highway, Kailua-Kona
When: 8:30 a.m. May 2
Details: Weekend certification May 2-3. Learn an ancient healing art passed down through the sacred tradition of the Usui method of natural healing to heal yourself and others. An investment in your health for life. No experience necessary. Pre-registration required. Investment: $350 plus tax. Limited space available.
Contact: LaRen Kristen, 987-6010, LaRen@HalaiHealingPlace.com
MUSHROOM CULTIVATION WORKSHOP
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano
When: 10 a.m. May 2
Details: Course fees are $40 for VAC members and $50 for nonmembers plus a $25 supply fee. Bring lunch. Pre-registration is required.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-8222, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org, www.volcanoartcenter.org
Clubs
Today, April 25
KSAA EAST HAWAII REGION, MAMALAHOE CHAPTER GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Where: Kamehameha Schools Hawaii Campus, Keawe Dining Hall, 16-716 Volcano Road, Keaau
When: 10 a.m. April 25
Details: CEO Jack Wong will be on hand to discuss the school’s Strategic Plan 2020 and share more about the new leadership team in place to lead the school forward. Mea‘ai and a performance by KSAA-E. Hawaii Region Alumni Choir is planned.
Contact: Thomas Chun, 640-6046, kilohoku@hawaiiantel.net
Sunday, April 26
SCCA SOLO AUTOCROSS — RTP CHAMPIONSHIP EVENT No. 4
Where: Panaewa Dragstrip Go Kart Track, Leilani Street, Hilo
When: 7:30 a.m. April 26
Details: SCCA Solo Autocross — Big Island of Hawaii Region SCCA will be hosting RTP Championship Event No. 4 on April 26. The all-day event is open to spectators and competitors. Come out and watch, ride along with competitors or race your own car. Classifications exist for most all street vehicles. Register online at www.motorsportreg.com.
Contact: Tim Minick, 896-1333, scca@minicknet.com, www.bigislandscca.org
Wednesday, April 29
SIERRA CLUB
Where: Keaau Community Center, Keaau
When: 5:30 p.m. April 29
Details: Talk story about local and worldwide environmental issues at Sierra Club’s monthly meeting and potluck. Please support zero waste by bringing your own place setting, if possible.
Contact: Cory Harden, 959-7747
Coming
HILO FAMILY AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION 36TH ANNUAL FAIR
Where: Aunty Sally’s Luau Hale, Piilani Street, Hilo
When: 8 a.m. May 2
Details: Annual fair offers many homemade handcrafts, plants and food items for sale. Find unique gifts for Mother’s Day, Boys Day and graduations; entertainment by Tahitian dancers and the WIS Ukulele Band; container gardening demonstration. Free admission.
Contact: George Ito, 935-7396, georgeito_12@msn.com
HAWAIIAN QUILTING CLUB
Where: Keaau Community Center, Old Volcano Road, Keaau
When: 9 a.m. May 2
Details: Hawaiian Quilt Club members will help members of the community who wish to learn how to sew a Hawaiian pillow, wall hanging or quilt (kapa). Patterns are available.
Contact: Patricia, 966-9854
Health
Friday, May 1
PARADISSIMO GRAND REOPENING
Where: Hilo Lagoon Center Suite 205, 101 Aupuni St., Hilo
When: 2 p.m. May 1
Details: Paradissimo Tropical Spa is thrilled to announce its new location in the Hilo Lagoon Center, and invites the public to its free grand opening celebrations May 1 (2-6 p.m.) and May 2 (11 a.m.-2 p.m.). Free giveaways.
Contact: Olivia Cockcroft, 217-2202, paradisimotropicalspa@gmail.com
COMING
DEMENTIA SERIES
Where: Aging and Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 1 p.m. May 2
Details: Alzheimer’s Association presents “What Is Dementia?” “Diminished Capacities” (movie) and “Living With Forgetfulness — Part One.” Limited seating. Call or email for reservations.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443-7360, ridley0428@gmail.com
Outdoors
COMING
NATIONAL WOMEN BUILD WEEK
Where: Waikoloa Village at Kamakoa Nui in HI, 68-3498 Pauma Place, Waikoloa
When: 9 a.m. May 2
Details: Habitat for Humanity West Hawaii and Lowe’s invite women to volunteer during National Women Build Week. Women Build challenges women to devote at least one day to building simple, decent and affordable housing in their local communities. Volunteers will be working on two new construction homes at our Affordable Workforce Housing Project at Kamakoa Nui in Waikoloa.
Contact: Bridgette Reynolds, 331-8010, bridgette@habitatwesthawaii.org
Performances
Sunday, April 26
OLD CHESTNUTS: FIVE CENTURIES OF CHORAL FAVORITES
Where: Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo
When: 2 p.m. April 26
Details: Presented by the Hilo Community Chorus, you are invited to come and hear “greatest hits” from five centuries of composers at their annual spring concert at the Palace. The chorus also will present two first-ever Tom McAlexander Choral Music Scholarships to two UH choral music students. For more information, visit www.hilocommunitychorus.org.
Contact: Morgen Bahurinsky, 934-7010, info@hilopalace.com
Wednesday, April 29
ISLAND MUSIC WITH BRAHDAH ARNOLD AND FRIENDS
Where: Hilo Public Library, 300 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 4:45 p.m. April 29
Details: Brahdah Arnold and Friends will play contemporary island music on the Lanai at the Hilo Public Library. This program is free and is suitable for all ages.
Contact: Susan Collins, 933-8890, susan.collins@librarieshawaii.org
KIRTAN, POTLUCK AND HULA
Where: Polestar Gardens, Pahoa, 7 Noni Farms Road, Pahoa
When: 5:45 p.m. April 29
Details: Opening evening of Polestar Gardens five-day Sacred Music Festival. Kirtan followed by potluck at 7 p.m., then a hula presentation with Kamaolipua and Wailana Grace. $10 suggested donation
Contact: Bernadette, 430-8009, infopolestar@gmail.com
Thursday, April 30
CAMPFIRE SONG CIRCLE AND SWEAT YOUR PRAYERS DANCE
Where: Polestar Gardens, 7 Noni Farms Road, Pahoa
When: 7:15 p.m. April 30
Details: Day 2 of Polestar Gardens five-day Sacred Music Festival. Campfire songs with great local Puna musicians, then Sweat Your Prayers dance with DJ Maura Starr. $10 suggested donation
Contact: Bernadette, 430-8009, infopolestar@gmail.com
Friday, May 1
UA MALAMALAMA, THE LIGHT SHINES RECEPTION AND HOLOKU BALL
Where: EHCC Museum of Modern Art, 141 Kalakaua St., Hilo
When: 5:30 p.m. May 1
Details: EHCC/Hawaii Museum of Contemporary Art presents Ua Malamalama, The Light Shines, featuring sculptural lighting celebrating the history, heritage, and culture of Hawaii’s lei by Leilehua Yuen and Manu Josiah, in honor of the Lei Day Celebration at Kalakaua Park (across the street). Sculptures made of hand-crafted stainless steel and copper. Visit www.ehcc.org .
Contact: Claudia Hagen, 961-5711, admin@ehcc.org
SEAN ROBBINS ON MAY DAY
Where: Basically Books, 160 Kamehameha Ave., Hilo
When: 6 p.m. May 1
Details: Celebrate May Day on First Friday with Sean Robbins, whose debut CD, “Olanui,” has received three Na Hoku Award nominations including Most Promising Artist of the Year and Liner Notes. He will entertain with original compositions on slack key guitar. Free.
Contact: Christine Reed, 961-0144, bbinfo@hawaiiantel.net
PRETTY THIEVES AND RUBYANNA MOON LIVE
Where: Hilo Shark’s Coffee Shop, 99 Keawe St., Hilo
When: 6 p.m. May 1
Details: Live music for First Friday with area musicians Pretty Thieves and Rubyanna Moon.
Contact: Eva Ruskiewicz, 430-2057, eva.marie.gr@gmail.com
ALTAR NATIVE REVISITED CONCERT
Where: EHCC Museum of Modern Art, 141 Kalakaua St., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. May 1
Details: EHCC/Hawaii Museum of Contemporary Art presents Altar Native Revisited, by award-winning singer/songwriter Millicent Cummings singing original “Aloha Aina Songs” for each of the islands as presented by Hawaii Public Radio in 2008. Plus, new timely songs about true love and real freedom. $10 HMOCA members/$12 nonmembers. Visit www.ehcc.org.
Contact: Claudia Hagen, 961-5711, admin@ehcc.org
CONCERT WITH MARY ISIS, VISHAKA, BOAZ & FRIENDS
Where: Polestar Gardens, 7 Noni Farms Road, Pahoa
When: 7:30 p.m. May 1
Details: Day 3 of Polestar Gardens five-day Sacred Music Festival. An evening concert with Mary Isis, Vishaka, Boaz & Friends. $10 suggested donation.
Contact: Bernadette, 430-8009, infopolestar@gmail.com
COMING
MAHA (“GREAT”) 6-HOUR KIRTAN
Where: Polestar Gardens, 7 Noni Farm Road, Pahoa
When: 3 p.m. May 2
Details: Day 4 of Polestar Gardens five-day Sacred Music Festival. The Maha Kirtan goes until 9 p.m. Includes Sing to the Sky, Polestar, Robinette & Amy, Govinda, Marta and Parashuram, and more. $10 suggested donation
Contact: Bernadette, 430-8009, infopolestar@gmail.com
NA HULU KUPUNA, A PERFORMANCE OF “ECHOES OF OUR ISLAND HOME”
Where: Palace Theater, 38 Haili St, Hilo
When: 7 p.m. May 2
Details: The Palace Theater is proud to present “Na Hulu Kupuna” (our honored elders) preforming “Echoes of Our Island Home” for two performances, Saturday, May 2, at 7 p.m. and a Sunday, May 3, matinee at 2:30 p.m. Five honored kupuna from our local communities will be sharing their own unique talents in song and music. Featured performers will be Cecilia Torres-Kaiewe, Daisy Nakamoto, Lehua Ichinotsubo and Linda and Ray Molina.
Contact: Palace Theater, 934-7010, info@hilopalace.com
All Kine Stuffs
Today, April 25
JUST SERVE HELPING HANDS
Where: Various locations
When: 7 a.m. April 25
Details: The Just Serve Helping Hands projects, sponsored by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, will take place today throughout Hilo. The public is welcome to join in fellowship and give back to our community by providing service to various locations.
Contact: Wade Lonokapu, 348-1092
GIANT PUMPKIN SEEDLINGS AVAILABLE FOR 2015 CONTEST
Where: UH-Manoa — Komohana Research & Extension Center, 875 Komohana St., Hilo
When: 8 a.m. April 25
Details: Giant pumpkin seedlings now available in Hilo for the 2015 Giant Pumpkin Contest. Plants will be available in the Kona area beginning April 29 and in the Waimea area beginning May 5. Plan to pick up your plant while supplies last. Contact us for more plant details and distribution times and locations.
Contact: Becky Settlage, 969-8213, settlage@hawaii.edu
Sunday, April 26
ESHINNI SAMA & KAKUSHINNI SAMA DAY SERVICE
Where: Honpa Hongwanji Hilo Betsuin, 398 Kilauea Ave., Hilo
When: 9 a.m. April 26
Details: The Honpa Hongwanji Buddhist Women’s Association is sponsoring an Eshinni Sama and Kakushinni Sama Day Service. The guest speaker is Michelle Soga.
Contact: Ruby Maekawa, 961-6677
OPENING THE INTUITIVE GATE: THE KEYS TO DEVELOPING YOUR SPIRITUAL INTUITION
Where: New Thought Center of Hawaii, 81-6587 Mamalahoa Highway, Pualani Terrace, Kealakekua
When: 10 a.m. April 26
Details: 10 a.m.: Morning presentation at the New Thought Center of Hawaii, “Awakening Your Inner Genius,” vegan Potluck 1:30 p.m. Afternoon workshop, “Opening the Intuitive Gate: The Keys to Developing Your Spiritual Intuition,” $15 at the New Thought Center of Hawaii. An acclaimed pianist, composer and author, Will Tuttle united eastern and western meditation traditions and is a dharma master in the zen tradition.
Contact: Alessandra Rupar-Weber, 936-0626, info@veganaloha.com
Monday, April 27
“FOREIGNERS IN KAMEHAMEHA’S WARS OF CONQUEST”
Where: Lyman Museum, 276 Haili St., Hilo
When: 7 p.m. April 27
Details: Hawaii Island historian Boyd Bond relates the roles of outsiders in the early history of the kingdom. $3, free to museum members. For details visit www.lymanmuseum.org.
Contact: Gladys Suzuki, 935-5021, education@lymanmuseum.org
Friday, May 1
ALOHA FRIDAY ON THE PORCH
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
When: 11 a.m. May 1
Details: May Day is Lei Day and at VAC’s Gallery there will be hundreds of fragrant blossoms and plant materials with demonstrations on how to sew the perfect lei, the proper protocol of giving and receiving a lei, and more. In addition, join Wes Awana and learn a few favorite local tunes on the ukulele. This free event is supported in part by a grant from the Hawaii Tourism Authority and the county Department of Research and Development. National park entrance fees may apply.
Contact: Cheryl Wilson, 967-7565, workshops@volcanoartcenter.org
FREE CLASSIC FAMILY MOVIE SERIES
Where: Thelma Parker Gym, 67-1209 Mamalahoa Highway, Waimea
When: 7 p.m. May 1
Details: Waimea Athletics is sponsoring a series of classic movies. This alcohol/drug-free community family event is hosted on the first Friday of each month. Beach chairs are welcome. Free popcorn and concession items will be available.
Contact: Waimea Athletics, 640-5519, waimeaathletics@gmail.com
COMING
HILO HIGASHI HONGWANJI GARAGE SALE
Where: Hilo Higashi Hongwanji Social Hall, 216 Mohouli St., Hilo, Hawaii
When: 7:30 a.m. May 2
Details: The public is invited to attend the Hilo Higashi Hongwanji Garage Sale on Saturday, May 2. Rummage, cinders, andagi, sushi, pickles, plants, cut flowers, etc. will be available for purchase. Don’t forget to bring your shopping bags. For more details, call Rev. Marcos Sawada at 935-8968. Mahalo
Contact: The Rev. Marcos Sawada, 935-8968, James Miyake or Roy Hamakawa, 935-8968, hilohigashi@gmail.com
HILO COAST UCC ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE
Where: Hilo Coast UCC, Honomu, 28-1630 Old Mamalahoa Highway, Honomu
When: 8 a.m. May 2
Details: Bargains await at Hilo Coast UCC’s annual rummage sale. Sale items such as clothing and most household goods are only 25 cents. Slightly pricier items, vintage collectibles, plants and baked goods also will be sold. For driving directions visit www.hilocoastucc.org or call the church office.
Contact: Hilo Coast UCC office, 963-6330
RUMMAGE SALE
Where: Hawaii Island Realtors, 1321 Kinoole St., Hilo
When: 8 a.m. May 2
Details: Everyone invited. Adult and children clothing, household furnishings, sporting goods, appliances, toys, tools and much more.
Contact: Hawaii Island Realtors, 935-0827, admin@hawaiiislandrealtors.org
DOWNTOWN HILO MULTIMODAL MASTER PLAN COMMUNITY KICKOFF EVENT
Where: Yamada Technologies & Mokupapapa Discovery Center, 2nd floor, 25 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo
When: 8:30 a.m. May 2
Details: The Downtown Hilo Multimodal Master Plan celebrates its public kickoff on Saturday, May 2. The event is free and all are welcome to come and participate in a wide range of activities designed to educate, collect input, and engage all ages in helping to create a more walkable, bikeable, livable downtown Hilo.
Contact: Melissa White, 628-5861, mwhite@ssfm.com
MEN AGAINST VIOLENCE ‘OHANA FUN DAY
Where: Clem Akina Park, Hilo
When: 10 a.m. May 2
Details: Free. Focus is on preventing domestic violence and sexual abuse. Games, prizes, lucky number drawing, T-shirt painting, vision screening, school supplies, make it/take it activities, keiki ID. Hawaii Fire and Police Department reps on hand. Jumping castle, water slide (6 years and older), refreshments. Keiki must be accompanied by an adult. Drug and alcohol free event.
Contact: Glen Shigehara, 960-8451, glenshigehara@yahoo.com
