Community invited to celebrate Imiloa’s 11th birthday

‘Imiloa Astronomy Center invites the community to its 11th annual Birthday Celebration from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 26 on the grounds of the center.

This fun-filled day will feature activities for the entire ohana organized around the theme of “Earth, Sea and Sky.” And, thanks to KTA Super Stores, the center will be open free of charge.

Birthday offerings will include a tsunami wave tank activity hosted by the Center for the Study of Active Volcanoes, Alala mask making with the Alala Project, “Compounding for Kids” silly-putty making with the University of Hawaii at Hilo College of Pharmacy and a “Ballooniverse” activity to teach keiki about the expansion of the universe.

This free day includes complimentary access to ‘Imiloa’s exhibit hall, special shows in the ‘Imiloa planetarium, a scavenger hunt, space trivia and much, much more. KTA also will staff a food tent with ono grinds and beverage options available for purchase.

“We’re thrilled to be celebrating our 11th year of exploration at ‘Imiloa and truly thank our community for their continuous support since we opened our doors in 2006,” said Ka‘iu Kimura, the center’s executive director. “We are privileged to have this 11th Birthday Celebration sponsored by KTA Super Stores, which has played a cornerstone role in supporting ‘Imiloa’s educational and cultural outreach from the very beginning.”

As a special birthday gift to the community and for one day only, ‘Imiloa will offer $10 off all levels of membership for new and renewing members. This will be reserved for memberships purchased on-site Feb. 26. Current members are welcome to take advantage of this discount and renew early.

For more information, visit ImiloaHawaii.org or call 932-8901.