This calendar is prepared by Patti Cook on behalf of Waimea Community Association (WCA). To include community events in this calendar, e-mailcookshi@aol.com.
Deadline for information: Saturday please!
IMPORTANT COMMUNITY EVENTS:
STILL TIME TO SIGN UP FOR COUNTY-SPONSORED ‘FURLOUGH FRIDAY’ CHILDCARE PROGRAM: County P&R staff will provide low-cost child care during the 17 days that regular DOE schools will be closed for teacher furloughs. Fee: $6/child/day or $12 per family if more than one child. Families asked to pre-pay for all 17 days in cash or with a certified check or money order. Program will run from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with organized activities from 8-3. Children must bring their own lunch.
Space limited and first-come; call between 12:15 and 5 p.m. to the following in North Hawai’i: • Honoka’a Gym: Jayme Carvalho (775-7505)
• Papaikou Gym: Mark Osorio (964-3304)
• Hisaoka Gym: Chris Cackley (889-6505)
• Waikoloa Park: Doug Roberts (883-6100
• Waimea Community Center: Lindsey Iyo (887-3014)
FINAL PUBLIC INPUT MEETINGS ON THE 2009 COUNTY AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN DRAFT: Prepared by Agricon Hawai’i LLC and The Kohala Center. Island-wide listening sessions prior to finalizing the plan which will guide the revitalization of agriculture as a basis for Hawai‘i Island’s economic development by focusing on measures designed to increase the production of food for local consumption and support the growth of export products.
The preliminary draft will be available for review at http://kohalacenter.org/agplan.html by October 10. After the fall round of public sessions, TKC will incorporate public input and present the final draft to the County Department of Research and Development in early December 2009. In addition to attending a listening session, the public can provide suggestions and comments to Guy Kaulukukui, director of TKC’s Food Self-Reliance Program at agplan@kohalacenter.org or 887-6411.
North Hawai’I Listening Meetings will be 6-8 p.m.:
Ø Thurs., Oct. 22: Waimea Community Center;
Ø Thurs., Oct. 29: Pa‘auilo School Cafeteria; and DISCOVER ‘ZUMBA’: 6-7:30 p.m., Thursdays. Thelma Parker Memorial Gym. There is a small charge but everyone welcome to this fun movement class. Instructor: B. Brennan. IRELAND’S ‘DERVISH’ DANCERS AT KAHILU THEATRE: 7 p.m., Thurs., Oct. 22, 2009. Info: 885-6868. For the full season’s schedule, go towww.kahilutheatre.org. DOE NO SCHOOL FURLOUGH FRIDAYS: Oct. 23 & 30, Nov. 6 & 20, Dec. 4, 11 & 18, 2009; Jan. 15 & 29, Feb. 5 & 12; March 5 & 12; April 23 & 30 and May 7 & 14, 2010. NOTE: Both Waimea Middle Public Conversion Charter School and Kanu O Ka ‘Aina Public Charter School will be OPEN for classes as usual all Furlough Fridays.
FURLOUGH FRIDAYS’ FALL WRITING & YOGA WORKSHOP FOR 3RD-5TH GRADE: 11/6 & 20, 12/4,11 & 18, 2009 (5 sessions) at Anjalisa Aitken’s Yoga Studio in Waimea. Combines a review of Language Arts basics (grammar, punctuation, cursive, penmanship, and more) in the morning, followed by afternoon Yoga with teacher Anjalisa Aitken, who will loosen and lighten students’ bodies to help increase their focus, and then help them explore adventures in writing (journaling and creative writing), followed by writing games. Families may opt for a full day ($150 for all 5 days from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.) or a half day ($75 for all 5 half-days from 9 a.m. to Noon, or Noon to 3 p.m.). Bring a sack lunch and journal notebook; snacks provided. Maximum class size: 15. Info: Marie Fellenstein Hale, 885-0737, 640-0828 or email mariefellenstein@gmail.com.
FURLOUGH FRIDAYS’ GROUP READING OR MATH CLASSES for K-5 Students: The Reading Center. 2-hour sessions/4 hours/month at $60, or individual instruction. Snacks included. Info: 885-3276. WAIMEA COUNTRY SCHOOL BENEFIT PUMPKIN SALE: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Fri. & Sat., Oct. 23-24, 2009. Proceeds to support school garden program. Everyone welcome – school is on the St. James Circle. HAMAKUA YOUTH CENTER: 2-6 p.m., Mondays – Fridays during the school year. A safe place for middle and high school students to “drop in” with activities and mentors — at 45-3396 Mamane Street. On Furlough Fridays, the Center will be open from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Includes computer access, playing pool, ping pong and other games. Snacks always available. No charge.
Info or to offer help: Center Director Venica Ftacek (775-0976). Special activities include: • Mondays-Wednesdays-Fridays–Makahiki Training • Mondays–‘Olelo Hawai’i • Daily except Fridays–Performing Arts • Tuesdays–Art • Wednesdays-Fridays–Hula • Thursdays–Cooking & Community Garden MONTHLY EA & EIS PUBLICATION DATES: On the 8th and 23rd of each month, go to this website for notices of all EIS and EA documents and coming deadlines:http://hawaii.gov/health/environmental/oeqc/index.html.
PARKER SCHOOL DRAMATIQUES PRESENT ‘THE ODYSSEY’: 7 p.m., Thurs., Oct. 23, 8 p.m., Sat., Oct. 24, and 3 p.m., Sun., Oct. 25, 2009. Parker School Theatre. Tickets at the door. Everyone invited.
9th ANNUAL NORTH HAWAI’I ROTARY OKTOBERFEST: 6-9 p.m., Fri., Oct. 23, 2009. Pukalani Stables (where it all began)! Starring The Kona Brass with its 12-foot Alpenhorn playing authentic German, Bavarian, Austrian, Swiss and Oom-pah Music, Polka Dancing, Costume Contests, Infamous Chicken Dance, delicious Bavarian and other foods, a fabulous silent auction in partnership with Waimea Country School. All to raise funds for scholarships for local students and community grants. Tickets $45/advance, $50/door. Always a sell-out. Tickets available from Rotarians and at Waimea Country School (885-0067), Bentley’s at Parker Square (885-5565), Waimea Branch of Bank of Hawaii. Info, tickets or to contribute: Oktoberfest Co-Chairs Debbie Goodwin (325-2308), James Fritz (885-7663), or Rotary President Susan Maddox (989-0558).
KAMUELA HONGWANJI MISSION TEMPLE’S 2009 ‘MAKE-A-DIFFERENCE DAY’ PROJECT AT PU’UKOHOLA HEIAU: Sat., Oct. 24, 2009. Meet at temple at 7:30 a.m. to carpool to Kawaihae, or meet at heiau by 8:15 a.m. for a beach clean-up around the area of the Royal Courtyard at Pelekane Bay under the direction of National Park rangers. Bring gloves, hat and suncreen. Lunch afterwards at Spencer Beach Park. Info: Jean Saito (315-8120).
- Cedric Hustace image courtesy of Riverwind Gallery
PUAKO BEACH ‘GET THE DRIFT & BAG IT’ SURVEY & CLEANUP: 7:30 -10:30 a.m., Sat., Oct. 24, 2009. Sponsored by the Puako Community Association. Directions: Turn off Hwy 19 to The Puako Beach intersection, drive to the Old Puako Road and turn right (north) to the sign 350@67. Wear shoes, hats/sun protection and bring garden gloves as group will be working on dirt roads and trails. Also bring snacks and camera to capture the experience and share it. All will be provided survey cards, trash bags, latex gloves, drinking water. Group will gather at the end to take a photo with trash collected. RSVP is possible: marah.hardt@gmail.com. More info: see the community forumpage@http://puako.org/.
4TH ANNUAL ‘RUN FOR THE DRY FOREST’ WALK/RUN AT PU’U WA’AWA’A: Sat., Oct. 24, 2009. Sponsored by DLNR’s Division of Forestry and Wildlife, USDA Forest Service and People’s Advocacy for Trails Hawai‘i (PATH). Two options: run or walk a 5 km course (suitable for most people) starting at 8 a.m. or go for an “extreme trail running experience” — a 10 km run starting at 7:45 a.m. that features a 1,200 ft elevation gain in the first 3 miles. Medals, door-prizes, and t-shirts for finishers included. Also a 1/4-mile free non-competitive “Keiki Run” (no t-shirt given). Proceeds support natural resource conservation and management related projects in West Hawai‘i. Info: Lyman Perry (938-7795) orlperry@dofawha.org. Entry forms are available online at www.pathhawaii.org.
MAUNA KEA QUILTERS FUNDRAISER: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sat., Oct. 24, 2009. At TopStitch on Kamamalu Street across from the South Kohala Police Station. Great locally made arts and crafts including quilts, wall hangings, Christmas ornaments and other hand-made or machine quilted items, postcards, leis, pillow cases, start-up sets and much more. Proceed will help the club support many different local charities including Waimea Middle School’s Mala’ai Garden, supplying local fire departments and police stations with quilts to offer to those in need, Honoka’a High School’s Relay for Life, Kohala Hospital, Hale Ho’ola Elderly Care and Prayer Blankets for North Hawaii Hospital. Also, a great time to ask questions – quilters have no secrets! Group meets the 2nd Saturday of the month from 9:30 a.m. to noon in the meeting room of the Thelma Parker Memorial Library. Info: Becky Parkinson (937-2159).
FREE PUMPKIN PAINTING: 9 a.m. – noon, Sat., Oct. 24, 2009. Waimea HPM. Store will provide the pumpkins, paint and other supplies; you’re asked to provide the creativity. Pumpkins are free but limited to one for the first 50 painters. Paint and supplies must be used at the store; not intended for home use. THE FIRST GREAT WAIMEA PUMPKIN CHALLENGE: 10 a.m. Weigh-In: Sat., Oct. 24, 2009. Waimea Town Market at Parker School. Open to all Waimea gardeners including school gardens. Separate categories including Middle Schools, High Schools and an Open Division. Ribbons will be awarded for the biggest pumpkin in each division including kabocha squash! They also will weigh in and measure other noteworthy vegetables and will award ribbons depending on entries. Will also have a kabocha squash category because fruit flies might be a problem for pumpkin growers on some parts of the island. School entries must be certified by the school as having been grown in its garden. Free and all invited. Questions? Call Betsy Sanderson (938-2897) or emailwaimeamkt@yahoo.com
NORTH HAWAI’I COMMUNITY HOSPITAL’S ‘HELPING HANDS FOR THE LAND’ – PHASE 2: 9 a.m. – noon, Sat. & Sun., Oct. 24-25, 2009. The gardens at the hospital are enjoying all the tender loving care they received at the first “Helping Hands for the Land.” It is now time for Phase 2. Community friends are invited to join hospital volunteers for one (or two) of these work days to help weed gardens, trim bushes, power wash, weed whack and more. A potluck will be held at noon with hot dogs and hamburgers. Please bring a dish to share in a disposable container. All vehicles are to park across the street at Keck, please. To RSVP or for more information, call 881-4821.
HAMAKUA ALIVE 2009 AGRICULTURAL FESTIVAL’: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Sat., Oct. 24, 2009. Pa’auilo Middle School. Experience the Agricultural Diversity and Farm Communities found along the Hamakua Coast during a relaxed day of fun, food and celebration. Free to enter. The school is 6 minutes east of Honoka’a Town; follow the signs. Will include Chef Cook Off – Meet Island Chefs and Local Purveyors; delicious pupu dishes available for purchase; a farmers market including local crafts, “live” Hawaiian music including slack key legend Cyril Pahinui, cooking contests for baked goods, soups, jellies, jams and salad dressings with cash prizes for 1st place winners. Educational booths and displays including the Hawai’i Island School Garden Network, a 4-H Petting Zoo and more including a Paauilo School Steak Fry. Info: Jim Reddekopp (776-1771) or email vanillakitchen@aol.com.
KOHALA CENTER’S ‘COOL FARMS, HOT LUNCHES’ CREATE COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS TO SUSTAINABILITY: Sat., Oct. 24: “Salt-making in the Ahupua’a of Kaupulehu. A series of huaka’i to connect community with cultural and scientific experts and with Hawai’i Island’s natural, cultural and spiritual landscapes. There is a charge – $25 for each tour for Kohala Center’s “Circle of Friends,” and $7 for non-members, which includes becoming a “Friends” member. Reservations a must as space limited. Go to www.kohalacenter.org and clock on “Programs & Events” and “Current Events” or call 887-6411.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY’ OPEN HOUSE AT HISTORIC WAIMEA TAX OFFICE: 2-5 p.m., Sat., Oct. 24, 2009. Located at Waimea’s main intersection (Mamalahoa Hwy.-Lindsey Rd.) across from Bank of Hawaii and next to the Senior Center and Firehouse Gallery, the little historic building will be open for a tour, refreshments and talk-story about Waimea Preservation Association’s (WPA) plans to restore it as a Community Resource Center for non-profit organizations to meet and collaborate with others on community initiatives. All invited. Info: Bill Sanborn (895-1122) or Laura Dierenfield (936-4653) or email LMD@hawaii.rr.com.
“MIRACLES” FASHION SHOW BENEFITTING THREE NORTH HAWAI’I GROUPS: 5 p.m., Sat., Oct. 24, 2009. Kahilu Theatre. Enjoy fashion, great food from Waimea restaurants and local entertainment and celebrate cancer survivorship. Hosted by TV personalities Paula Akana and Tiny Tidani, and featuring fashions from Sleek to Chic Salon and Day Spa to benefit North Hawai’i Hospice, Angels on Wheels and Hawai’i Children’s Complimentary Therapy and Research Clinic. Pupu from 5 p.m.; entertainment at 6:30 p.m. Tickets $35 in advance $40 at the door. Info: Trisha or Tiana (887-1234).
WAIMEA & WAIKOLOA TALK-STORIES WITH CONGRESSMAN NEIL ABERCROMBIE: 1:30-3 p.m., Mon., Oct. 26, 2009 at Parker Ranch Center’s Fireside Food Court; 3:30-5:30 p.m. at Waikoloa Community Church. Everyone invited. Will address school furloughs and any other questions you have. Info: Anne Field Gomes (885-4560). SLIGHTLY SCARY HALLOWEEN FAMILY FUN AT BOND MEMORIAL LIBRARY: 6:30 p.m., Mon., Oct. 26, 2009. for keiki age 5-9 and their ‘ohana. Librarian Janet Lam will share Halloween stories, poems and activities. Library also will share Halloween stories for pre-school age children at the regular Friday story time, 11 a.m., Sat., Oct. 31. Info: 889-6655. TAKE A CLASS, BRING A FRIEND FOR 50% SAVINGS: For Waimea Community Education’s remaining fall classes, enroll now through Dec. 5, and bring a friend for a 50% fee reduction off your enrollment or theirs! Offer good for both of you enrolling in the same class — you decide who gets the discount. Does not apply to Adult First Aid/CPR certification class. If one of you enrolls online and pays the regular fee, call the office with the accompanying friend and that person may write a check for the discount. Offer applied even if already enrolled in any remaining classes. Info or to refer friend (885-1539). Payments must be made in advance. EXTRAORDINARY KAPA EXHIBIT BY ROEN HUFFORD AT MERRIMAN’S: Now thru the holidays. Everyone invited to see superb work of Roen Hufford made entirely from scratch with her hands and heart. Roen is a highly regarded native Hawaiian kapa maker, lei master and gourd carver, as well as an organic farmer with husband Ken in Waimea. They have provided Merriman’s with organic leafy greens and vegetables for many years. PLEASE KOKUA – LIBRARY PATRON PARKING: Waimea’s Thelma Parker Memorial Library staff is asking patrons to avoid their parking lot during the peak half hour after school – from 2-2:30 p.m., Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays and 1-1:30 p.m. on Wednesdays to help reduce congestion and improve safety in the parking lot for young students and families. REMINDER: No morning drop-off of students at gym/library parking lot before 8 a.m. Families asked to drop students behind the cafeteria (no stopping permitted). If families want to park and walk students to class, please park by the back gate and walk in. Only Waimea Elementary teachers/staff permitted to park in gravel lot near library.
WAIMEA BALLROOM DANCE CLUB FOXTROT LESSONS: Mondays thru Nov. 9, 2009 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Waimea School Cafeteria. Registration the first two Mondays at 6 p.m. Begins with an hour of lessons and then an hour of practice. $10. No partner necessary. Franz and Joanna Weber, instructors. Info: President Peter In (885-4776).
IMPORTANT - WAIMEA LIBRARY ‘COUNT WEEK’ – DROP IN, BORROW OR RETURN BOOKS, CALL AND ORDER ITEMS – USE YOUR LIBRARY THIS WEEK! Tues.-Sat., Oct. 27-31, 2009. The state library system keeps systematic tabs on all transactions and library users this week to determine the operations budget for the next year – so the Friends of Thelma Parker Library ask us all to come in often! Even phone calls get counted! Also, if you have a few hours to spare, call Carol Buck to volunteer to help count – or put items back on shelves and other “light” support chores. Carol Buck (885-9718 or 887-6067).
HONOKA’A WEIGHT WATCHERS SUPPORTING COMMUNITY HEALTH: As part of the “Lose for Good Community Challenge,” Honoka’a WW members have committed to donate a pound of food to the Hamakua Youth Center for every pound lost in the challenge. Honoka’a WW meetings: 5:30-6 p.m., Tuesdays at NHERC. Bring a can of food during October and attend a meeting with no obligation. Info: Diane Ferreira (776-1478).
HO’OKAUHALE ‘OHANA TUESDAYS: A free series of weekly, thematic, Hawaiian-focused workshops open to all in the community to learn more about Hawai’I’s native culture and traditions. Presented by Kanu o ka ‘Aina Public Charter School every Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at Halau Ho’olako Kulia Room in Kanu’s Kauhale on Hi’iaka Street. First Tuesdays: Mo’olelo (storytelling); Second Tuesdays: Kanikapila (playing music); Third Tuesdays: Ola Pono (live healthy); and Forth Tuesdays: Hana No’eau (Utilitarian Arts – ie, lauhala plaiting, lei making, poi pounding, etc.). Info: 890-8144.
Coming Presenters:
• Oct. 27: Scot Plunkett and Guests – The discipline of native arts NHERC NON-CREDIT CLASS IN HONOKA’A: More info and to register: 775-8890. There is a modest charge. Many other courses also available – for credit, plus academic support, distance learning and proctoring, computer and facility use and video conferencing. Non-credit Fall Classes include:
• Green Collar Technology Series: Wednesdays 6-8 p.m. including: Oct. 28: Sustainable Gardening with Claudia Ziroli; Nov. 4: Sustainability Applied with Brent Norris, and Nov. 18: Alternative Power Basics with Brent Norris. There is a small fee.
• Fitness through Hiking Hamakua: Saturdays, now through Oct. 24, 8:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m.
• Grant Writing Workshop: Waimea: Tues. & Thurs., Oct 27 & 29, 6-8:30 p.m. KTA/Waimea Center – second floor conference room. Instructor: Jeani Navarro.
• Moving Meditation for Health: Tuesdays beginning Oct. 27-Nov. 17, 5:30-7p.m.
NORTH HAWAI’I COMMUNITY HOSPITAL H1N1 (SWINE FLU) UPDATE:
• At the Emergency Department and main entrances, they are now requiring patients with cough or fever to wear a mask and sanitize their hands when entering;
• Children under the age of 12 are discouraged from visiting the hospital; and • Patients are asked to limit the number of family members and visitors at any one time. For more information, call 881-4400 or go to: http://hawaii.gov/health/about/H1N1.html.
DELICIOUS, FINANCIALLY WISE, SUSTAINABLE & ARTISTIC FALL CLASSES AT WAIMEA COMMUNITY EDUCATION: Nearly two dozen classes – from College admission planning to Fixing your Credit Score to Ukulele Kani Ka Pila, from Exploring the World of Cheese and Making Whole Grain Breads to Beginning French or German, and from learning to live “greener” perhaps even “off-the-grid” to Trading Currencies. Easy online registration – go to:http://www.waimeaeducation.com/ or by phone (885-1539). V
ERY IMPORTANT – WAIMEA REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLANNING CONTINUES: 4-6 p.m., Tues., Oct. 27, 2009. Waimea Community Center. Master Plan Presentation by County Planners and consultant team will share the lay out of the ball fields, (football, soccer, rugby and baseball), access roads, gym and community center location, picnic areas, etc. including future phases – all of which was developed by a collaborative planning effort involving P&R, PBR Hawaii, the Waimea District Park Builders volunteers and general community. This means the land and plan are now in place so the next big focus will be construction funding. Strong community support will help expedite funding. Contacts for more information:
• James Komata, Park Planner, County Parks & Rec. Email: JKOMATA@co.hawaii.hi.us Tel: 961-8531
• Tom Witten, PBR Hawaii & Associates Inc. – Planning Consultant. Email: twitten@pbrhawaii.com. Tel: (808)521-5631
• Dacheng Dong, PBR Hawaii & Associates Inc. – Planning Consultant. Email:ddong@pbrhawaii.com. Tel: (808)521-5631
• Mel Macy, Waimea District Park Builders (a volunteer advisory group), Email: melmacy@hotmail.com . Tel: 960-3053.
PRACTICAL AGRICULTURE & SUSTAINABILITY CLASSES IN HAMAKUA: Now thru Dec. 8, 2009, mostly at NHERC in Honoka’a. A series of 13 classroom sessions and 6 local farm tours sponsored by Hilo Hamakua Community Development Corp. and Hawai’i County R&D. $140 fee for the entire series or $12 per instructional class with special rates for students or “work exchanges.” Info: Donna Mitts (936-2117) or email programmanager@hamakuadev.org. Coming classes:
• Tues., Oct. 27, 6-8 p.m.: A Pastured Poultry Model That Works & “Mad City Chickens” Movie with Vicky Dunaway at NHERC
• Sat., Oct. 31, 9-11 a.m.: Backyard Poultry Management with Ben & Deb Discoe at Ahualoa Egg Farm KAMAMALU WALKING SCHOOL BUS: Starting promptly at 7:20 a.m., Wed., Oct. 28, 2009 and continuing on the last Wednesday of each month throughout the school year when classes are in session. Students with adult chaperones assemble near the police station and walk along a safe route to Waimea Elementary and Middle Schools. Organized by PATH, with help from the South Kohala Police, Councilman Pete Hoffman’s staff and several community volunteers to provide a safe alternative route to school for children living in the vicinity of Kamamalu – or whose families can drop them off there to walk with the escorted group. Info: Laura Dierenfield 936-4653 or email: sharetheroad@pathhawaii.org.
EARL’S GARAGE HALLOWEEN ‘DEMENTED DOLLHOUSE FRIGHT SHOP’: Info: 885-6777. • School Field Trips: Oct. 28, 29, 30. 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. by appointment. $2 fee. • Open to public: Fri., Oct. 30. 6:30-9 p.m. $2 fee/
• Costume Contest: 3-4 p.m., Sat., Oct. 31, 2009, followed by “viewing” from 4-5 p.m. $2 fee for viewing. UPDATED DRAFT ‘INTEGRATED RESOURCES & SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN’ COMMENTS DUE BY OCT. 30: Current draft reflects input from County’s Solid Waste Advisory Committee meetings and series of round-the-island public meetings. Go to: http://www.hawaii-county.com/env_mng/iswmp.htm. Instructions available online for providing additional comments.
MERRIMAN’S BENEFIT FOR NORTH HAWAI’I HOSPICE: Fri., Oct. 30, 2009. Reservations between 5:30 and 9 p.m. Will feature an evening of Merriman’s delicacies paired with great beers. $50 per person and Merriman’s will donate 20% of the evening’s proceeds to Hospice. Info/tickets: Gayle (885-7547).
KOHALA HOSPITAL BENEFIT GOLF TOURNAMENT FOR NEW ER: Sat., Oct. 31, 2009. Waikoloa Kings’ Course. Funds raised will launch the Kohala Hospital Charitable Foundation fundraising for a new 4-bed emergency department. 7:15 a.m. check-in; shotgun start at 8 a.m. Tickets $175 and hole and tee sponsorships available. A paniolo bugget will follow the tournament. For info, contact Michael or Betty Meinardus (889-5304) or emailelsbethm@earthlink.net.
- Skunk dog image courtesy of Fashion Dog
CANINE HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST: 10 a.m., Sat., Oct. 31, 2009. Waimea Town Market on the Parker School campus. Yup – a dress up event for the dogs! Beautiful ribbons will be awarded for the Best in Show, as well as for second and third places. Additional ribbons will be awarded in several costume categories as well. A bag of Kalakoa Kookies’ non-allergenic dog treats will be awarded to the first 30 entries. Promises to be hilarious. Info: Betsy Sanderson (938-2897). For an entry form for the dog costume event, emailwaimeamkt@yahoo.com or just come that morning. ‘THESE PAWS ARE MADE FOR WALK’N’ HAWAII ISLAND HUMANE SOCIETY ANNUAL HALLOWEEN PET WALK: Sat., Oct. 31, 2009. From Hale Halewai to Kailua Pier and back and then enjoy contests and prizes. 8 a.m. Registration; walk starts at 9 a.m. The three walkers who raise the most pledge money will receive prizes and there will be prizes for best costume, best pet trick, hot dog eating contest, best canine kisser and more. Pre-registration $30 per individual or family, or $35 on the day of the event. Anyone with $50 or more in pledges will receive a free t-shirt. Registration forms at many area veterinarians.
PUA PLANTASIA’S ANNUAL PLANT SALE: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., Sat., Oct. 31, 2009. Old Airport Pavilion in Kailua-Kona. Sponsored by Kona Outdoor Circle. Theme: Sustainability. A major annual sale featuring only locally-grown trees, fruit trees, cuttings, shrubs, flowers, vegetable plants of every possible description. Includes classes this year on sustainability. No admission charge. Info: 329-7286, email koc@konaoutdoorcircle.org or go towww.konaoutdoorcircle.org. HALLOWEEN TRICK OR TREAT & COSTUME CONTEST AT QUEENS’ MARKETPLACE: 4-8 p.m., Sat., Oct. 31, 2009. Have the keiki put on their costumes and join the fun! Stores will have candy, coloring books and more to distribute with a complimentary trick or treat bag. Non-stop entertainment including costume contest for the keiki and best dressed family. Also, a pumpkin carving contest between the Queens’ MarketPlace stores and restaurants with several other resort properties showing their carving skills. Everyone invited.
KAWAIHAE LOCAL RESOURCE COUNCIL (KLRC) MONTHLY MEETING: 2-4 p.m., Sun., Nov. 1, 2009. Old Hamakua MacNut Factory, 61-3251 Maluokalani Street. Info: Sara Peck 329-2861. Everyone welcome.
NOV. 23 DEADLINE FOR PRELIMINARY COMMUNITY COMMENTS ON MAMALAHOA HIGHWAY PHASE B WIDENING/IMPROVEMENTS: Phase A improvements from North Hawai’i Community Hospital to Huli Sue’s are going out to bid and probably start in early 2010. Phase B work is more extensive and requires an Environmental Assessment (EA). A consultant has been retained by the County. Deadline for initial public comment at this pre-assessment phase has been extended to Nov. 23, 2009. Once the Draft EA is completed, the County will post online and seek public comment and also will send a copy to the South Kohala Traffic Safety Committee for review and input. All comments submitted in writing will be responded to and included in the Final EA. For info or to send comments: Erin Mukai with Munekiyo & Hiraga, Inc., email: planning@mhplanning.com.
WAIMEA HAWAIIAN CIVIC CLUB MONTHLY MEETING: 6:30 p.m., Mon., Nov. 2, 2009. Imiola Church Hall. Info: Newly elected President Mabel Tolentino.
IMPORTANT – FREE FLU VAX CLINIC FOR WAIMEA MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS: Wed., Nov. 4, 2009. Still accepting family applications. This is for regular seasonal flu; H1N1 Flu Fax Clinic will be Dec. 14, 2009.
NEED HELP ACHIEVING YOUR FINANCIAL GOALS? 6-7 p.m., Wed., Nov. 4, 2009 at the Kona Mayor’s Office Conference Room. Orientation on services available from The Hawai’i HomeOwnership Center (930-7661) – a HUD certified program — or go to www.hihomeownership.org.
HMSA FLU SHOT CLINIC IN WAIMEA: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Thurs., Nov. 5, 2009. Foodland-Kamuela. Free eligible HMSA members and Medicare Part B beneficiaries. Must be 18 years or older (under 18 should visit their doctor or participate in the free public school clinics), bring your HMSA card and a driver’s license or photo ID. Anyone who is not an HMSA member may receive the vaccine for $50. No checks or credit cards accepted. This is for the regular seasonal flu, not H1Nh (swine flu).
IMPORTANT – WAIMEA COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION TOWN MEETING: 5 p.m., Thurs., Nov. 5, 2009. Waimea School Cafeteria (NOTE SPECIAL TIME & LOCATION to accommodate special program! Show & Share Talk-story with exhibitors from 5-5:30 p.m.) Everyone invited. Agenda will focus on developing a Waimea Community Emergency Preparedness Plan — how we as a community self-assess our risks and strengths for various sudden and cumulative emergencies including pandemic illnesses, floods, and food or fuel shortages. We will brainstorm ways we can reduce our risks and how we can better prepare for any disaster. Representatives from various organizations will be present to assist us –including Quince Mento with Hawai’i County Civil Defense, a representatives from “Firewise Community,” and Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) volunteers, as well as business and private organizations. For more information, to host an info table or assist, call Margaret Wille at margaretwille@mac.com or call 887-1419, or WCA President Bill Sanborn (895-1122). Attendees are urged to bring either a cash or food donation for our Waimea food pantries – cash preferred to permit pantries to buy $10 gift certificates for local grocery store so families can purchase fresh milk, vegetables, fruit or other essentials.
4TH ANNUAL MOKU O KEAWE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL: Nov. 5-8, 2009 at Waikoloa Beach Resort. Top hula competition, Amy Hanaiali’i in concert, Hawaiian culture workshops and artisan marketplace. Enjoy the hula mastery by Japanese and Hawai’i halau in exciting kupuna, kahiko and auana competition under the stars at Waikoloa Bowl at Queens’ Gardens. During the day, create puniu/knee drum, nose flute or uliuli/gourd rattles, learn lauhala weaving and protocols, practice hula auana with Na Kumu Hula Nalani Kanakaole or Howard Ai, or visit special island sites and learn related hula with Keala Ching or Kaleo Trinidad. Plus, fabulous made-in-Hawaii Marketplace at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott. Final night Hoike stars workshop students and special appearance by 4-time Na Hoku Hanohano Female Vocalist of the Year AMY HANAIALII. Info/tickets: http://www.mokuokeawe.org/<http://www.mokuokeawe.org/>
HAWAI’I COUNTY CHARTER COMMISSION MEETING: 1:30 p.m., Fri., Nov. 6, 2009. Council Chambers – Ben Franklin Building, Hilo. Questions: Karen Eoff (327-0099). Go to website for agenda and meeting documents:http://co.hawaii.hi.us/council/CharterCommission.htm
KAHILU THEATRE’S 2009-2010 SEASON: Info: 885-6868. For the full season’s schedule, go to www.kahilutheatre.org.
Coming events:
• Fri., Nov. 6 – 8 p.m.: `Ukulele and Slack Key Guitar Masters I
• Sat., Nov. 7 – 8 p.m.: `Ukulele and Slack Key Guitar Masters II
• Sun., Nov. 8 – 7 p.m.: Jake Shimabukuro
• Thurs., Nov. 19 – 7 p.m.: Aga Boom
• Fri., Nov. 20 – 8 p.m.: Aga Boom
• Mon., Jan. 18 – 7 p.m.: Mark Morris Dance Group
• Wed., Jan. 20 – 7 p.m.: From the Top – LIVE WITH HOST CHRISTOPHER O’RILEY • Fri., Jan. 29 – 8 p.m.: Alpin Hong
• Fri., Feb. 5 – 8 p.m.: Tokyo String Quartet
• Mon., Feb. 15 – 7 p.m.: Black Grace
• Sat., Feb. 20 – 8 p.m.: Kalichstein, Laredo, Robinson
• Sat., Feb. 27 – 8 p.m.: Mariachi Los Camperos de Nati Cano
• Sun., Feb. 28 – 4 p.m.: Mariachi Los Camperos de Nati Cano
• Sun., Mar. 14 – 7 p.m.: Vienna Teng
• Fri., Apr. 23 – 8 p.m.: The Makaha Sons
• Sat., June 5 – 8 p.m.: The Brothers Cazimero
SOUTH KOHALA TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE MONTHLY MEETING: 4 p.m., Tues., Nov. 10, 2009. Waimea Civic Center near the Courts and Police Station. All welcome to attend. Info: Chair Mike Price email: whao@hawaii.rr.com.
BOND MEMORIAL LIBRARY: Info: Janet Lam (889-6655)
. • ‘Home School Thursdays’: 10-11 a.m., Nov. 12 and will continue twice monthly throughout the school year. Each session includes a 30-40 minute presentation relating to books and libraries, then students are able to explore areas of interest and research on their own with the help of the librarian. For children 6-12 years old. Parents and caregivers invited to learn to use technology for library research with their children
• Story Time Fridays for Preschoolers: 10 a.m. throughout 0ctober. For ages 2-5 and their caregivers to enjoy stories, songs, games and simple crafts. Families/caregivers need not worry that their child may not sit quietly or remain attentive – for some, this will be their first group experience.
HONOKA’A TALK-STORY WITH MAYOR BILLY KENOI: 6-8 p.m., Thurs., Nov. 12, 2009. Honoka’a Gym. With members of his cabinet to discuss community issues and answer questions. HAMAKUA MUSIC FESTIVAL REVIVAL! The festival is back featuring two of Hawaiian music’s biggest names, Keali’i Reichel and “Sistah” Robi Kahakalau! As in the past, HMF is a community benefit to support music education in Hamakua schools and aspiring young performers. Tickets for both concerts available online at www.hamakuamusicfestival.org and “Sistah” Robi tickets available at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, 882-7222 X5708.
• “Sistah” Robi Kahakalau with backup band, Ka’u: Fri., Nov. 13, 2009. Mauna Kea Beach Hotel luau grounds. Seating begins at 5 p.m. with open bar & pupu available. VIP seating $49; General seating $39. Guests encouraged to dine in a hotel restaurant before or after the concert. • Keali’i Reichel w/ 12-member halau: 7 p.m., Sat., Nov. 21, 2009. Honoka’a Peoples’ Theatre. Doors open at 6 p.m. VIP Seating $60; General Seating $40. A portion of proceeds will go to Hamakua Youth Center and they are selling tickets, too.
MALA’AI SCHOOL GARDEN ‘WORK & LEARN DAY’: 9 a.m. to Noon, Sat., Nov. 14, 2009 followed by a potluck lunch. While usually free of charge, this particular Saturday will feature a special class with Judith Aston on Effective Comfortable Movement in the Garden – there is a charge for this program that will be donated to the garden project. Will include some gardening to practice movement suggestions. Tools, hats and gloves provided; please wear covered shoes and bring drinking water, weather protection and a dish to share if you can stay for lunch. Info: Garden Leader Amanda Rieux (640-3637) or Executive Director Matilda Tompson (885-9206).
‘YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN’ MUSICAL: Fri.-Sun., Nov. 20-22 and 27-29, 2009. More details and ticket information to come. Info: Director Robyn Duquesne Fichter (345-5763) or go do www.waimeacommunitytheatre.org.
PU’U ANAHULU COUNTRY FAIR: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Sat., Nov. 21, 2009. At the big turn on HWY 190 at Pu’u Anahulu – look for the signs. An alcohol-free, ‘ohana-friendly community gathering with horseback rides, games, foods, crafts, music, picture taking, haircuts and a rummage sale of plants, produce and baked goods. Sponsored by the Pu’u Anahulu Community Association. Info: Auhea Ha (885-0873).
HOLIDAY GRIEF WORKSHOP: 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Sat., Nov. 21, 2009. The holidays can be a difficult time for people who are grieving over the loss of a loved one. North Hawaii Hospice will offer practical tips on dealing with grief during the holidays at this “Circle of Support Workshop.” Breakfast and lunch included. No-charge for participants. To register, call 885-7547.
2nd HAMAKUA YOUTH CENTER FOUNDATION BENEFIT TEA – SAVE A DATE: 3-4:30 p.m., Sat., Nov. 21, 2009. 45-3396 Mamane Street. Everyone invited to learn more about this new exciting new program. Will include Honoka’a youth sharing what they are learning, great pupu and brief talks by supporters including Councilman Dominic Yagong and Rep. Mark Nakashima. Info or to help: Center Director Venica Ftacek (775-0976).
THANKSGIVING & CHRISTMAS IMU FUNDRAISERS: To support Waimea Middle School’s 8thGrade East Coast Educational Trip in May 2010, the families of the travelers will again host this now annual tradition. Tickets $20 for a pan of food — turkey, ham, pork, fish, taro, sweet potato, breadfruit, etc., — whatever your preference or combination! Items must be thawed and seasoned. Best to double wrap the pan in foil. Bring to campus between 4-6 p.m…then return the next morning between 8 and 10 a.m. to pick it up steaming hot! Tickets available from student “Trippers” and their families, teacher-advisor Miss Laz (Eunice_Lazarus@notes.k12.hi.us), or Patti Cook (937-2833) or just come on the day of the imu and pay when dropping off food. Watch for signs leading to the Mala’ai garden on: * Thanksgiving: Drop-off Wed., Nov. 25; Pick-up Thurs., Nov. 26 (Thanksgiving morning). * Christmas: Drop-off Wed., Dec. 23; Pick-up Thurs., Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve morning).
GENERAL MEETINGS OF THE FRIENDS OF HAMAKUA & LAUPAHOEHOE LIBRARIES: 6 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009. Honoka’a Public Library. HPA 3RD & 4TH GRADERS PRESENT ‘THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS’: 1:45 p.m., Fri., Dec. 4, 2009. More details to follow. Free and open to the public. Info: 885-2501 or 885-2500.
49th ANNUAL WAIMEA CHRISTMAS TWILIGHT PARADE & ALL-DAY ‘LOKAHI GIVING’ CELEBRATION: Sat., Dec. 5, 2009. One of Hawai’i’s oldest and largest parades features Santa and several dozen festively decorated trucks and floats from 6-7 p.m. Traffic Advisory: Main highway thru Waimea will be closed during the parade. Expect delays and bring warm clothing. Throughout the day community volunteers, celebrities and keiki to kupuna performers will gather to accept new, unwrapped gifts, cash donations and food for the Hawai’i Island Lokahi Giving Project. Throughout town, artists/crafters will offer holiday gift ideas at farmers markets and craft fairs. Info: Lani Olsen-Chong (936-0670). Crafters interested in booths on Parade day may contact: Waimea Center – Alice Moon (933-9772) or Parker Ranch Center – Frank Zablan (885-7178). IMPORTANT TWILIGHT PARADE NOTES: SPECTATOR SAFETY: Spectators are asked to stay on the curb during the parade both to stay out of the path of large vehicles/floats/trucks and because emergency vehicles may need to pass by quickly! Please keep a close eye on keiki especially when floats/trucks are nearby. Parade entries are asked to refrain from throwing candy. Goodies including light sticks, seedlings, pencils, fruit and candy, etc. may be handed out by helpers walking alongside their float or truck. This is for the safety of spectators, especially children. Please kokua! PARADE ROUTE: Starting point will be historic Church Row, turning right onto Mamalahoa Highway and passing through town, then turning right onto Lindsey Road at the main intersection and passing by Parker School to disband in Waimea Park. This route insures the safety of spectators. NARRATOR STATIONS: There will be at least six along the parade route: W.M. Keck Observatory, Historic Spencer House, Radio Shack, Waimea Community Education (formerly Parker Ranch Realty), Bank of Hawai’i’s front lanai near the main intersection, Shell Gas Station Parking Lot facing Lindsey Road and Parker School’s historic Barbara Hall lanai. PARADE PARKING: Please do not park on the lawns or landscaped areas at North Hawai’i Community Hospital or landscaped areas at the shopping centers to avoid damaging plants and irrigation. There will be special parking provided parade day and evening on the soccer field adjacent to Waimea Civic Center – look for signage. KEEPING WAIMEA GREEN & BEAUTIFUL: Spectators are urged to please pick up their trash after the parade! Please also refrain for pitching tents on private property along the parade route.
WAIMEA TOWN LOKAHI DAYTIME FESTIVITIES: Sat., Dec. 5, 2009: WAIMEA HAWAIIAN HOMESTEADERS FARMERS MARKET – ‘FIRST SATURDAY’ CELEBRATION: 7 a.m. – Noon. A much expanded market to coincide with the town-wide celebration of Christmas! Will include beautiful holiday wreaths by Roen Hufford and Bernice and Tootsie Berdon. Don’t miss it! WAIMEA TOWN MARKET AT PARKER SCHOOL: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Saturdays. Features fresh produce, baked breads, spa gifts, arts, crafts and fresh hot coffee, breakfast and lunch items. Watch for special activities this day! Info: Betsy Sanderson (938-2897). FOOD COLLECTION ON PARADE DAY FOR WAIMEA PANTRIES:
o Foodland at Parker Ranch Center for Annunciation’s Food Pantry.
o KTA SuperStores/Waimea Center for New Hope Fellowship Food Pantry.
o Waimea Center at the Lokahi In-Gathering near the cowboy statue.
o Parker Ranch Store also will be collecting non-perishable foods as part of its 2nd food drive – it’s goal: To gain 500 pounds before Christmas! More info to come.
LOKAHI GIVING PROJECT WITH KHON-TV’S MANOLO MORALES & ‘AN UPCOUNTRY CHRISTMAS FAIR’ AT WAIMEA CENTER: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. A festive blending of great live entertainment with co-emcees/hosts Manolo Morales and Penny Keli’i Vredenburg, plus over 40 Big Island artists and craft vendors in a giant Sidewalk Sale and Lokahi’s gift, food and cash in-gathering in the Center Court throughout the day. All Lokahi donations are distributed exclusively to Hawai’i Island residents in need. Donations welcome any day after Thanksgiving and prior to Dec. 5 at American Savings during business hours. Festivities at the Center on parade day begin at 10 a.m. with a protocol opening and performance by the Beamer-Solomon Halau o Po’ohala and will conclude with an hour-long performance by Kevin Haleamau’s Pa’ani Pila! Be sure to stop by to welcome Manolo, who has also agreed to again be our parade Grand Marshal! Also, don’t miss Waimea Center’s annual Big Island Bounty Wreath Contest. For info, wreath contest entry forms or to inquire about a vendor booth, call Alice Moon (933-9772). LOKAHI APPLICATIONS: If you know of a family in need, please contact Leona Martin (887-0541) after September 1, 2009. Applications are treated confidentially and carefully reviewed to be sure they are appropriately handled. LOKAHI DONATIONS: If you or an organization you belong to would like to “adopt” a family or group of families, please contact Gina Lu’uloa (756-3008).
PARKER RANCH CENTER: More than 20 handmade-in-Hawai’i arts and crafts vendors will be throughout the Center on parade day as well as several other weekends throughout the holiday season. Watch for newspaper announcement and banners. More crafters are welcome. Contact Frank Zablan (885-7178). Santa and Mrs. Claus will visit with keiki and take photos after the parade Dec. 5 (7:30-8:30 p.m.).
WAIMEA CHRISTMAS ‘CRAFTY HANDS & GIFTS TOO!’ CRAFT FAIR: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Thelma Parker Memorial Gym. Waimea’s biggest indoor craft show featuring many local artisans. Food also will be available. Free admission and door prizes throughout the day. Info: Benita Salazar (960-9944).
PARKER SCHOOL GINGERBREAD BAZAAR: Front porch and lawn on parade day. More details to come. A narrator station will be set up on the front lanai during the parade and delicious treats will be offered for sale.
WAIMEA COMMUNITY EDUCATION: A narrator station will be set up on their front steps and steaming hot beverages available an hour before and throughout the parade. More details to come.
ANNUAL WINTER STAR GAZING PARTY AFTER THE PARADE AT CANADA-FRANCE-HAWAII TELESCOPE: 7-10 p.m. On the front lawn – 65-1238 Mamalahoa Highway. CFHT staff, along with members of the West Hawai’i Amateur Astronomy Club, will set up telescopes. In the event of inclement weather, the large conference room and remote observing room will be open enabling the public to watch live scientific observations being conducted at the summit as well as past observations. Free coffee, cocoa and cookies. Everyone welcome – regardless of the weather! Info: Mary Beth (885-3131 or 885-7944).
WAIMEA’S ANNUAL ‘LIGHT UP A LIFE’ CELEBRATION & TREE LIGHTING: 6 p.m., Thurs., Dec. 10, 2009. Back at Parker Square! A lovely, thoughtful tribute to loved ones past and present. Music, light treats and many community friends. Not to be missed. Ornaments to decorate the tree will go on sale in Waimea the weekend after Thanksgiving. All to support North Hawai’i Hospice. Info: 885-7547.
3RD WINTER ‘EAT, DANCE & ENJOY!’ BENEFIT FOR HAWAI’I SUSTAINABILE EDUCATION INITIATIVE (HSEI): 6 p.m., Thurs., Dec. 10, 2009. Honoka’a People’s Theatre. Prepare to be impressed by the multi-media pieces created by students under the guidance of local artists Sally Lundburg, Vikki Catellacci and Winter Anderson. Art pieces available on a limited basis, including some ceramic Christmas ornaments. Dance to live music by NONAMI; indulge in organic cuisine and desserts for sale; participate in the silent auction. Also, Friendly Aquaponics, a local organic farm, will host an information exhibit. Tickets $12 in advance at Hamakua Health Foods, Hula Moon Boutique, and from any of HSEI students and parents. $15 at the door, if any left. Proceeds underwrite tuition assistance for the school. Contributions for silent auction welcome. Info: Koh Ming Wei (443-9231) or email:kohmingwei@gmail.com.
WAIMEA COMMUNITY CHORUS HOLIDAY CONCERTS: Fri.-Sun., Dec. 11-13, 2009. Parker School Theatre. Will feature traditional and classical selections with the centerpiece being an innovative cantata juxtaposing masterworks by Bizet, Chopin, Debussey and Handel with familiar favorites. Also will include carols from Africa, Catalonia, Haiti and Puerto Rico. Tickets available at the door. Info: 938-3062 or emailchorus@waimeacommunitytheatre.org.
PARKER SCHOOL’S 7TH ANNUAL FAIRWAYS & FRIENDS GOLF BENEFIT: Sat., Dec. 12, 2009. At Hualalai Resort. 12:30 pm shotgun start. Info or to explore sponsorship, call Jennifer Schack (885-8309) or emailjschack@parkerschool.net.
NORTH HAWAI’I HOSPICE HOLIDAY HIGH-TEA HONORING COMMUNITY KUPUNA: 2-5 p.m., Sat., Dec. 12, 2009. At Pu’uopelu. ”A Kupuna Christmas” will feature Christmas music, champagne and a silent auction featuring 12 beautifully decorated Christmas trees by local artists. Tickets $100. For reservations, call Gayle (885-7547).
MERRY CHRISTMAS – Dec. 25, 2009!
HAPPY NEW YEAR – Jan. 1, 2010!
KAMUELA PHILHARMONIC’S 6TH SEASON BEGINS: Most performances are free at Kahilu Theatre and begin promptly at 4 p.m. Seating limited so patrons urged to arrive by 3:15 p.m. For more info and to donate to support this program, go to www.kamuelaphil.com. Concerts to include:
· Sun., Jan. 10, 2010: Rossini’s “Overture to William Tell,” which features a beautifully plaintive solo for English horn, and has become famous for its “Lone Ranger” theme. Will include a multimedia presentation of Mussorgsky’s “Pictures at an Exhibition,” with the musically portrayed artwork projected above the orchestra.
· Sun., March 21: Internationally acclaimed violinist Rosalie MacMillan will play Mozart’s Violin Concerto #5, in A Major. The orchestra will open the program with Mozart’s “Overture to the Marriage of Figaro,” and conclude with Aaron Copland’s “Appalachian Spring.” The works feature themes familiar to all. While in Hawaii, Ms. MacMillan will also team with our own Dr. Madeline Schatz, the Kamuela Philharmonic’s Artistic Director and Principal Conductor, in a separate, fundraising recital. The details, including date, place, time, and suggested contribution to be announced.)
16th ANNUAL WAIMEA CHERRY BLOSSOM HERITAGE FESTIVAL: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Sat., Feb. 6, 2010. (Always the first Saturday of February.) To celebrate the blooming of Church Row Park’s historic cherry trees and the Japanese tradition of viewing them—hanami – and welcoming the arrival of spring. As always, will include a host of activities at venues throughout town — from Parker Ranch Historic Homes on Mamalahoa Hwy. 190 to the Hawaiian Homestead Farmer’s Market ‘First Saturday’ Celebration on the lawn at Kuhio Hale on Hwy. 19. Look for pink banners identifying site locations and enjoy Japanese and multi-cultural performing arts, demonstrations of bonsai, origami, sumie, calligraphy, tea ceremony, mochi pounding, sake sampling and a host of craft fairs. Free shuttle transportation among venues. Info: 961-8706.
NORTH HAWAI’I COMMUNITY HOSPITAL’S ‘CHEERS!’ BENEFIT: Sat., April 10, 2010. Four Seasons Hualalai. Save the date! More info to come. WAIMEA OUTDOOR CIRCLE ANNUAL PLANT SALE: Sat., April 24, 2010 at a new location, the Anderson’s Arena, Mile Marker 51 – Honoka’a side of Waimea Country Club. For plant, art, garden crafts, food vendor booth information, call 887-1332.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS. DEADLINE TO FILE FOR 2010 ELECTIONS: June 20, 2010. PRIMARY ELECTION DAY: Sat., September 18, 2010.
GENERAL ELECTION DAY: Tues., Nov. 2, 2010.
ONGOING ACTIVITIES: NEW HOURS AT THELMA PARKER MEMORIAL PUBLIC-SCHOOL LIBRARY:
• Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Wednesdays: 12:30 to 7:30 p.m.
DO YOU NEED FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE, MORTGAGE RELIEF, CREDIT COUNSELING, HELP FINDING EMPLOYMENT? Call Hawai’i First Community Resource Center in Waimea – A free federally certified service. Call Alycia Juvik (885-6600) for an appointment. Program also provides free computers and internet access, reference library and wide ranging supports.
AARP/IRS TAX AIDE PROGRAM RECRUITING VOLUNTEERS: Will be trained to prepare simple taxes for elderly and moderate income clients for the 2010 tax season. Study materials and training classes are provided and a required open-book test must be passed to qualify for service. The team offers continuous support. Service involves one morning a week at the local site, between February 1 and April 15. Call Anne Gomes (885-4560) or Bets Lawrence (885-4234) for further information.
IMPORTANT COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS CUSTOMER SERVICE SURVEY: Takes just a few minutes to comment on service experience. Go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=pUmC8D_2bo9cKkPtE5Q_2bbAwQ_3d_3d.
NEW REUSE & RECYCLING CENTER AT KA’AUHUHU TRANSFER STATION IN NORTH KOHALA: Is staffed from Noon-6 p.m., Tuesdays and Wednesdays and 1:30-6:30 p.m., Sundays at the WasteStream pavilion to the right of the ARC of Hilo’s HI5 beverage redemption operation. Due to limited space, only accepting smaller reusable items – working appliances, clothing, books, magazines, small furniture and furnishings, recreational items, gardening/farm supplies, arts & crafts, school supplies & left over home remodeling materials. Info: 969-2012 or visit www.recyclehawaii.org.
SUNDAY MORNING “ISLAND ISSUES” WITH SHERRY BRACKEN: 6:30 a.m. on KKOA 107.7FM, 8 a.m. on LAVA 105.3FM, and online at 8 a.m.: www.lava1053.com.
FREE HAMAKUA YOUTH FOUNDATION (HYC) ACTIVITIES AFTER SCHOOL: This new non-profit provides a wide array of classes plus “drop-in” activities including use of computers, games (pool, ping pong, etc.) and food for Honoka’a middle and high school students. Located at 45-3396 Mamane Street. Open M-F, 2-6 p.m. during the school year. Info or to help, call Program Director Venica Ftacek (775-0976). Or go to: http://hamakuayouth.org/.Hamakua. FREE
AFTER-SCHOOL ‘HOMEWORK HELP+’ FOR WAIMEA MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS: 2:20-3 p.m., Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays program includes choice of Homework Help or Math Workshop using ALEKS online program. Also includes bus transportation home and healthy snacks. Info: Bernie Marsh (887-6090 Ext. 240) or email: Bernie_Marsh@notes.k12.hi.us.
HPA SWIM CLUB (ASC) STARTS NEW SEASON: 5-6:30 p.m., Mondays-Thursdays at Dowsett Pool. Info: 881-4028 or e-mail:asc@hpa.edu.
EDUCATIONAL TOURS AT NELHA: Mondays and Thursdays throughout August. Friends of NELHA offers presentations and tours on Hawai`i Island’s sustainable future in food and energy. There is a charge. Info: 329-8073.
WAIMEA COMMUNITY CHORUS 16THSEASON BEINGS: Rehearsals from 7-9 p.m. Tuesday evenings at St. James Episcopal Church. New members welcome but asked to attend rehearsals regularly. Chorus is preparing for their 16th Annual Holiday Concerts on December 11-13, 2009 at Parker School Theatre. Director Barbara Kopra. FYI – St. James has reversed the direction of the surrounding driveway, so the “Entrance” is now on the Kawaihae side of the Church next to Daniel Thiebaut’s, and exit on the Waimea town side of the campus. Info: Miguel (938-3062).
WAIMEA OUTDOOR CIRCLE’S MONTHLY BOARD MEETING: 4 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month at Mary-Mangarin Kitchen’s home. Board meetings are open and anyone interested in the the work that the Outdoor Circle does to “Keep Waimea Clean, Green and Beautiful!” is welcome. Call 887-1332 for directions.
ANUENUE QUILTERS OF NORTH HAWAI’I: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Thursdays at Anna Ranch Teahouse. Members do both patchwork and Hawaiian quilting and other needlework and annually contribute quilt(s) thehy have worked on together to a worthy group or cause. This year we made two quilts for the “Home of the Brave” organization, which provides quilts to families in Hawai’i who have lost a family member in the war in Iraq. Info: Nancy Donigan (887-2757).
RED HAT SOCIETY OF WAIMEA: Also known as Pupule Papale O Waimea, meets regularly at 12:30 p.m., on the 2nd Thursday of every month at a different Waimea restaurant. North Hawai’i women admitting to being over 50 invited for laughs and simple chit-chat. Info and location: call Pam Caccia (776-1025) or Anne Field-Gomes (885-4560).
SEXUAL ASSAULT CRISIS HOTLINE: 935-0677.
NEW FATHERHOOD SUPPORT GROUP AT TUTU’S HOUSE: 6-7 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month. Open to all dads of children from before birth to age 21. Tutu’s House provides a safe space for fathers to come together to share their experiences, support one another and learn from their own and others’ experiences as fathers. Group facilitator Jamuna Wyss, Psy.D, will also present on a variety of parenting strategies. If it’s your first visit, please call in advance (885-6777).
GOT FIREANTS? WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT HOW TO PREVENT THEIR SPREADING TO YOUR GARDEN OR NEIGHBORHOOD? Call the Hawai’i Department of Agriculture/Plant Pest Control Branch/BioControl Section (974-4140). DOES ANYONE OWE YOU $$? Go to www.ehawaii.gov to find out. Click on the “property search” link on the left side of the page.
FREE/REDUCED LUNCH & BUS TRANSPORTATION APPLICATIONS STILL ACCEPTED AT PUBLIC SCHOOLS: With the rocky economy reducing work hours and changing incomes, families are urged to apply at any time during the year to request Free/Reduced Lunch and Free Bus transportation for public school students. Families are asked to come to the school office and pick up forms.
ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC CHURCH FOOD PANTRY OPEN EVERY TUESDAY: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Volunteers and donations welcome. Info: Ann Lum (885-0879).
FREE TAX PREP, EMPLOYMENT COUNSELING, FINANCIAL EDUCATION AND MORE: Waimea’s new Hawai’i First Community Resource Center is a not-for-profit located upstairs in Waimea Center – aka KTA shopping center/behind McDonalds. Created through Hawai’i First Federal Credit Union employees and leadership to provide financial education, job seeking support and training, resume coaching, help to start a small business, prevent foreclosure or access office computer programs. It’s free but a membership card required and appointments suggested. Info: Community Development Coordinator Alycia Juvik (885-6600).
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS & KOKUA NEEDED:
• Waimea Food Pantries: New Hope Waimea – Johanna Reeve (885-5510) and Annunciation Catholic Church – Ann Lum (885-0879).
• Mala’ai: The Culinary Garden of Waimea Middle School: Amanda Rieux (640-3637) or Matilda Tompson (885-9206). They welcome Mentors, Donors, Gardeners, Grant Writers, Instructors for Work & Learn Workshops.
• Friends of Thelma Parker Memorial Library: Carol Buck (885-9718)
• Ulu La’au – Waimea Nature Park:Carol Hendricks (885-4453)
• Tutu’s House: A variety of volunteer opportunities exist. Susan Maddox (885-6777) • Newborn Baby Baskets Assembly: Angela Thomas (990-6754)
• North Hawai’i Hospice: Become trained as a caregiver or assist with other special projects including their annual Christmas “Light Up A Life” community gatherings. Katherine Werner Ciano (885-7547)
• Waimea Trails & Greenways: Learn about group and get involved by attending a weekly meeting – 5-6 p.m. every Monday. Clem Lam email:c.lam4@hawaiiantel.net or 885-4431. • Pu’ukohola Heiau: Volunteers needed for re-vegetation, maintenance, admin, visitor center operations, cultural demonstrations and education programs. Scheduling flexible. Chief Ranger Benjamin Saldua (882-7218) or emailben_saldua@nps.gov.
• Hawai’i Mediation Center: Become trained as a mediator and/or facilitator or assist with Fundraising or special projects.
• The Kohala Center:Assist with one of their educational programs, workshops, special projects. Cindi Punihaole (895-1010) or email CPUNIHAOLE@kohalacenter.org. • Sharing The Wealth of Our Back Yards: Have overflowing orange, tangerine, avocado, etc. trees, or runaway zucchini? Urban Farming volunteers in Waimea and Waikoloa will pick or pick up fruits or vegetables from your garden that you wish to share. These will be delivered to the Food Bank. Call Tina Wirth at 887-1087 or email Sue Kilbride at JSJSDTC@aol.com.
• Hawai’i Island Humane Society – Waimea Shelter: 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Mondays-Saturdays. Susy Chillingworth (885-4558).
• Habitat For Humanity – Clean out your garage or warehouse — use/reuse furniture, building materials, working appliances, flooring, doors, windows, cabinets, sinks, lighting, home furnishings, electrical hardware, plumbing supplies and fixtures, fans, etc. and your donation to “ReStore” – a retail outlet at 73-5576 Kauhola Street Space #4 (behind the former Sam Choy Restaurant near Costco) is tax deductible. Income generated by ReStore is used to finance new homes for low income families in West Hawai’i. Store is open M-F from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturdays. Info: 331-8010 or go to www.habitatwesthawaii.org. • Kawaihae Transitional Housing Program: The program helps families with children under the age of 19 who are homeless and unsheltered by providing housing (24-units), case management, education and employment training to assist in obtaining affordable housing and becoming self-sufficient. Info: Patrick Hurney (882-7609).
• Other environmental organizations: Visit a new Hawai’i volunteering website – http://www.preservehawaii.org/. Includes weekly updates from a different featured group each month and upcoming volunteer events.
DRIVER’S LICENSE HOURS: Monday-Fridays (except holidays): 8-10 a.m. written test for new license or permit; 8-10:30 a.m. for renewals and duplicates; noon-3 p.m., written test for new license or permit; noon-3:30 p.m., renewals and duplicates; 8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. road tests by appointment only. Info: http://co.hawaii.hi.us/vrl/dlgeninfo.html or call 961-2222. REPORT
DONKEY SIGHTINGS ON WAIKILOA ROAD: Waikoloa residents are working with the County to keep the “Kona Nightingales” (i.e., donkeys) off Waikoloa Road. They ask community help with reporting sightings. They are inspecting fences all the way up from the village up to Mamalahoa Highway (Hwy 190). If you see a donkey, please call Scott Knowles with the County of Hawai’I (961-8068). Please report date, time of day, approximate location. Together we can save lives: ours and the donkeys!
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES: TUTU’S HOUSE: A community health and wellness resource enter — free and all invited. Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday-Friday. For classes and more information, go to www.tutushouse.org or call 885-6777.
WAIMEA COMMUNITY EDUCATION – Offering a wide array of classes. Easy online registration or by phone (885-1539) or go online http://www.waimeaeducation.com/. Affordable and available right here in town.
NORTH HAWAI’I EDUCATION AND RESEARCH CENTER (NHERC – Honoka’a): Mondays through Thursdays, 7:45 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Fridays. Grassroots and community organizations not charging a fee may use the facilities for free as long as the space is available and during the above times. Rooms are available with capacities ranging from 20 to 140 individuals. The Center’s computer lab is also available for use by the public. Membership is available on an annual basis for a fee of $45. UH Hilo and HawCC faculty, staff and students may use the lab free of charge. Info: 775-8890 or emailing nherc@hawaii.edu.
WEEKLY FARMERS MARKETS: WAIMEA HAWAIIAN HOMESTEADERS FARMERS MARKET: 7 a.m. – noon every Saturday on the lawn fronting Kuhio Hale – Hawaiian Homes Hall. Don’s miss the First Saturdays celebration with many additional vendors and a special free presentation or program. Everyone invited.
WAIMEA TOWN MARKET AT PARKER SCHOOL: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Saturdays. A relatively new addition to weekly shopping venues featuring locally grown and produced vegetables, fruit, herbs and freshly baked artisan breads, plus art, jewelry, spa products and more. Everyone invited.
KEKELA FAMILY FARM: 2-5 p.m., Tuesdays and Fridays. Take first left after Koa Lane off of Mana Road. Look for large red barn for heirloom quality vegetables. Everyone invited.
HONOKA’A FARMERS MARKET: Begins at 7:30 a.m. every Sat. fronting Honokaa Trading Co.
LAUPAHOEHOE FARMERS MARKET: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. every Sunday next to the MinitMart on the highway. Still room for more vendors. Contact Beth Fulton (443-1679) for more information.
WAIKOLOA VILLAGE FARMERS MARKET: 7:15 a.m. every Sat. in Waikoloa Community Church parking lot across from Waikoloa Elementary School.
HAWI FARMERS MARKET: 7:30 a.m. until pau every Saturday. Under the banyan tree near the post office.
THE ARTS: KAHILU THEATRE: Info/reservations: 885-6868 or go tohttp://www.kahilutheatre.org/ for complete season details.
WAIMEA ARTS COUNCIL’S FIREHOUSE GALLERY: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Tuesdays thru Saturdays near main intersection in town in the historic firehouse. Everyone invited. For more info, go towww.waimeaartscouncil.org.
WAIMEA COMMUNITY CHORUS & WAIMEA COMMUNITY THEATRE: Go to www.waimeacommunitytheatre.org. Chorus rehersals: 7 p.m., Tuesday evenings at St. James Episcopal Church. June show will feature songs from 1950′s Broadway, directed by Barbara Kopra.
HAWAI’I PREPARATORY ACADEMY’S ISAACS ART CENTER MUSEUM & GALLERY: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Tuesdays thru Saturdays. Free and everyone invited. Info: www.isaacsartcenter.hpa.edu.
MAUNA KEA QUILTERS MONTHLY MEETINGS: 9:30 a.m. – Noon on the second Saturday of the month at Thelma Parker Memorial Library. Started in 1997, this group of patchwork quilters enjoys sharing their love of quilting with others. Each year the club donates many quilts to help raise money for worthwhile organizations such as Mala’ai: The Culinary Garden of Waimea Middle School. and Relay for Life. They have provided quilts to the police/fire department and North Hawaii Community Hospital for those in need. At Christmas they create stockings and quilts for needy children. On Sat., July 11, they will hold a “Fun with Fusing” class. Info: Becky Parkinson (97-2159)
NEW MOON FOUNDATION’S TUESDAY MORNING MEDITATION: 9:30 a.m., Give yourself the gift of a weekly meditation practice in a safe and compassionate circle of support at the NMF Meditation Hale, 53-3988 Akoni Pule Hwy, Kapa‘au. Sessions include approximately 30 – 45 minutes of meditation with time for journaling and group sharing. Also will explore walking meditation and integrating the music of singing bowls. Open to all levels, with beginners welcome. Attend on a drop-in basis or sign up for a month at a time. Suggested donation: $7 per session or $20 for series of 4. Work exchange is available for those unable to donate financially.
KOHALA CENTER RECRUITING ‘CITIZEN SCIENCE VOLUNTEERS’: Learn to test the nutrients and chemistry of the water at Kahalu’u Bay and other areas of West Hawai’i. Training and equipment will be provided to help monitor the health of the ocean. Info: Cindi Punihaole (895-1010) OR EMAIL CPUNIHAOLE@kohalacenter.org. A collaborative project sponsored by Bill Healy Foundation, EPA, Kamehameha Investment Corp. and NOAA Preserve American Initiative Grant. GOOD GRIEF GROUP: Hospice “Good Grief Groups” help calm the storms of loss. Hospice volunteers and grief counselors say they are like each of us, still in a struggle with what was and will not be again and they welcome those who need some support to join them as they share their own struggles, and learn together to adjust to a new reality. Weekly gatherings are free. Please call Galen, Hospice Bereavement Coordinator, at 345-6038 to confirm participation and day/time. Also available: Hospice’s Community Library of books, video tapes, DVDs and pamphlets on care giving, end-of-life care, grief and bereavement and spiritual care. Drop by or call for information. It’s all available free. Info: 885-7547 or go to northhawaiihospice.org.
HEALING OUR ISLAND COMMUNITY FUND MINI-GRANTS AVAILABLE: Applications due to the Department of Research and Development by 4:30 p.m. on the 10th of each month or the first business day following it if it falls on a weekend or holiday. Grants intended to fund grassroots groups without ordinary access to traditional grant sources to plan and implement community-led anti-drug initiatives, services, programs and events in Hawai’i County. Limited to no more than $2,000. Collaboration with other groups and organizations recommended. Applications should be submitted at least eight weeks before the event. Info: Laverne Omori (327-3665) or emailhcrc@co.hawaii.hi.us.
LOW-COST EAR ACUPUNCTURE COMMUNITY CLINIC: 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Saturdays on a walk-in basis please Traditional Chinese Medical Chinese Medical College of Hawaii. $15 with discount available for Seniors. Located at 65-1206 Mamalahoa Highway in Waimea Office Center behind the Chevron. The ear is used as a microsystem to treat many complaints (allergies, pain, digestive disturbances, etc.), but especially is used for anxiety, stress and addictions (i.e., smoking). The ear acupuncture system used actually originated in France and was developed by a French neurologist, Paul Nogier, in the 1st half of the 20th century, and was adopted by the Chinese. One of many services available provided by student interns under licensed clinical supervision. Info: Maureen McLaughlin, Lac, Clinical Dean (895-0997).
FIRST SATURDAY ‘UNIVERSE TONIGHT’ PROGRAM CONTINUES: 6 p.m. monthly at the Onizuka Center for International Astronomy at the 9,300 foot level of Mauna Kea. Begins with a talk at the Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station off Saddle Road, then portable telescopes are set up. Seating first-come. Each month a speaker from a different Mauna Kea observatory shares recent observations and discoveries. Info: 961-2180 or go to www.ifa.hawaii.edu/info/vis. It’s wise to check on weather conditions ahead of time and bring appropriate warm clothing, drinking water and snacks.
NEW FREE HAWAI’I COUNTY ‘CITY WATCH’ PILOT PROJECT LAUNCHES MASS EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM: “City Watch” is an electronic notification system that can notify residents about evacuations or other emergency measures – including appropriate responses — via phone or email. It’s free to all Hawai’i County residents. Residents need to register by mailing info: County of Hawai`i Civil Defense Agency, 920 Ululani Street, Hilo, HI 96720, or http://www.citywatchonline.com/CSBSignUp/HawaiiSignUp.asp. To register, please give your name, street address (no P.O. boxes, please), city, zip code, home phone, cell phone, cell phone carrier and email address. If your phone number is listed in the phone book white pages, you will be automatically registered. However, if your listed phone number is on a “do not call list,” you will need to register as well cell phone users and all wishing to be contacted by email.
WEST HAWAII DANCE ACADEMY: A wide array of classes in creative movement (ages 3-7), pre-ballet, primary and classical ballet, jazz, hip hop/funk, African dance, pilates, yoga and more. Located in Uilani Plaza-Waimea. Info: 885-8876 or go to www.whdt.org
ULU LA’AU/WAIMEA NATURE PARK: Open from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily – behind the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope headquarters building. Plenty of parking inside the Nature Park (please do not park at CFHT). For more information and a map, go towww.outdoorcircle.org/branches/waimea/, and click on Ulu La’au. New to the park: WIFI coverage! A project of Waimea Outdoor Circle.
‘FADED GLORY’ PROGRAM RETIRES TIRED FLAGS: Because flags deserve an honorable retirement, the Big Island Retired Military Association (BIRMA) offers a free “Faded Glory” program that collects old flags and gives them an honorable retirement. Big Island Toyota has joined with BIRMA to provide drop off points in Hilo (811 Kanoelehua Ave.) and Kailua-Kona (74-5504 Kaiwi Street) and organizations with a large number of flags needing retirement can call BIRMA (775-9729) for pick up. No charge.
COQUI ALERT/ HONOKA’A AREA: If hear a frog, please report it to 775-9800 or 775-1150.
COQUI ALERT/WAIMEA: Report immediately to the county’s coqui control program (Karen Shiroma – 961-8065), or the Big Island Invasive Species Hotline: 961-3299. Or, call State Dept. of Agriculture – Kyle Onuma (974-4140 ext. 22) or Tim Ohashi (933-6955). COQUI ALERT/NORTH KOHALA: Call the North Kohala Coqui Hotline: 889-5775.
VET CENTERS OF HAWAI’I HOSTS BRIEFINGS & OUTREACH: 9 a.m. – Noon, First & Third Thursdays of every month – Waimea Community Center; 2nd and 4th Thursdays of every month – Waikoloa Village Market throughout June & July 2008. Representatives from the Hilo and Kona Vet Centers will be available to all Veterans and their families. Info: (969-3835, 329-0574, or 960-1904)
SHARING THE WEALTH OF OUR BACK YARDS: Do you have overflowing orange, tangerine, avocado, etc. trees, or runaway zucchini? As part of an Urban Farming initiative, volunteers in Waimea and Waikoloa will pick or pick up fruits or vegetables from your garden that you wish to share. These will be delivered to the Food Bank. Call Tina Wirth at 887-1087 or email Sue Kilbride atJSJSDTC@aol.com.
GREENWASTE DISPOSAL: Organa Grow – formerly known as the Hawaiian Fresh Egg Farm on Kawaihae Road – is accepting greenwaste to recycle into mulch and/or organic compost. There is a small charge but it assures more environmentally desirable disposal of greenwaste. David M. Davenport (882-7931).
E-WASTE DISPOSAL: Televisions, computer monitors and peripherals, cells and telephones, DVDs, VCRs, inkjet, laser and toner cartridges, microwave ovens, fax machines and copiers, digital cameras, printers and laptops – do not dump at the transfer station! Drop off at Bayside Computer Shop (108 Kalakaua Street, Hilo – tel: 934-7748), or Kona CompuCycle in Kaloko Business Center below Costco parking lot – tel: 987-4818. Free to residents; small per pound charge for businesses. Info: Recycle Hawai’i: 961-2676.
DEPARTMENT OF WATER SUPPLY EARTHQUAKE IMPACT REPAIR UPDATES NOW ONLINE: Go to the DWS website: http://www.hawaiidws.org/. Includes cost estimates, timelines, status, location, and scope of work. Info: Kanani Aton (961-8050 Ext. 204).
HAWAI’I ISLAND KEIKI IN NEED OF A SAFE, LOVING ‘OHANA: West Hawai’i has over 160 children in foster care, and we have 2,100 children statewide who need a caring home. You can make a difference in a child’s life and give hope for the future to a child by becoming a Foster/Resource family. Call Hui Ho’omalu’s intake number Toll Free: (888) 879-8970, or call their West Hawai’i community liaison, Linda Case (896-3829) to discuss requirements.
WAIMEA SHELTER – HAWAII ISLAND HUMANE SOCIETY: 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Mondays-Saturdays. Low Income Spay/Neuter Program: Applicants must demonstrate financial need, such as an EBT card or by meeting financial criteria. Proof of income required. Qualified individuals are able to purchase discounted certificates: $25/male cat; $35/female cat. $45/male dog; $50/female dog. Certificates also available w/o income criteria for slightly more. Info: 885-4558.
‘HOW-TO’ PREPAREDNESS HANDBOOK DISPELLS MYTHS SURROUNDING MAJOR HAZARDS FOR HAWAI’I COUNTY HOMEOWNERS: Go towww.soest.hawaii.edu/SEAGRANT/communication/publications.php for a newly researched 108-page how-to guide to preparing homes for four major hazards – earthquakes, tsunami, hurricanes and floods – and organizing emergency supply and evacuation kits. The guide includes information on the state’s loss mitigation grant which will reimburse homeowners a third of the cost of upgrades for certain natural disasters up to $2,100. Additional information on grants available can be found at www.hurricaneretrofits.hawaii.gov.
HAWAI’I’S BOOSTER SEAT LAW: Booster seats or child safety seats for children between 4-7 are required by law. There is a $100-$500 fine for non-compliance. Families can apply for a State tax credit of $25 to offset the cost of purchasing required equipment. Info: Keiki Injury Prevention Coalition at 1-(808) 537-9200 or visit their website at http://www.kipchawaii.org/.
HAKALAU FOREST NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE/MAULAU TRACT: Open Saturdays, Sundays and holidays by reservation for bird watching, hiking, photography only. Call 933-6915. SUSPECTED MARINE MAMMAL AND PROTECTED SPECIES VIOLATIONS: Call 1-800-853-1964 for NOAA’s Office of Law Enforcement.
WAIKOLOA ART CENTER WEEKLY ART GATHERING: 9 a.m. – Noon, Fridays and 1-5 p.m., Sundays for adults to come together in an unstructured atmosphere with space to work and share. All levels of experience in any medium welcome. Waikoloa Village Community Room (next to the Waikoloa Village Administration offices). Bring your own supplies and a cloth or plastic drape to cover your table. Sink and restroom facilities available. Info: Ruth Bernstone (883-3809) or Jacquie Koscil (883-9584).
MOPS OF WAIMEA MEETS: 9-11:30 a.m. first Friday of the month at Waimea First Baptist Church. Childcare provided.
AL-ANON MEETINGS IN WAIKOLOA: This support group for family and friends of alcoholics meets for an hour beginning at 7:30 p.m., Friday evenings and 9 a.m., Saturday mornings at the Waikoloa Community Church on Paniolo Avenue . Info: 883-0588 or 883-2804. WAIMEA COMMUNITY NEWS:www.waimeacommunityassociation.org and www.waimeaplan.org. (Log your email onto the Waimea Community Association website to receive periodic news updates.)
NORTHY KOHALA RESOURCE CENTER: www.northkohala.org.
WAIKOLOA VILLAGE NEWS: http://www.waikoloa.org. /
PUAKO COMMUNITY NEWS: http://www.puako.org. /
STATE IDENTITY THEFT WEBSITE: http://www.idtheft.hawaii.gov. /; Provides tips on prevention and what to do if your identity is s tolen. Or call 808-587-3222.
HAWAI’I COUNTY SIGN CODE ONLINE: Go to http://www.hawaii-county.com/ and look for “signcode.” Also available for $4 from Hawaii County Clerk. Or, call Waimea Outdoor Circle for abbreviated summary in layman’s language: 885-5210.
HAWAI’I COUNTY COUNCIL SOUTH KOHALA OFFICE TELECONFERENCE SERVICES: Holomua Center Suite C-5 – across Kamamalu St. from Waimea Police Station – next to Waimea Feed and Top Stitch. Community welcome to participate in County hearings, meetings by remote teleconferencing equipment. No charge. Tel: 887-2043/Fax: 887-2072.
POISON HOTLINE – 1-800-222-1222.
‘ICE’ HOTLINES & INFORMATIONAL WEB SITE: To report “Ice” Substance Abuse concerns: West Hawaii – 329-0-ICE; East Hawaii – 934-VICE. Callers can remain anonymous or give name, telephone to secure case number for future follow up.
EMILY GAIL TALKS GOLF: 6-7 p.m., every Saturday on ESPN Radio AM850 AM790. Info: Emily Gail (896-6780).
WATER AEROBICS & WEIGHT TRAINING FOR WOMEN AT HPA: 8:30 a.m., Mon., Wed., Fri. for deep water aerobics; 8:15 a.m., Tues. & Thurs., for weight training. HPA upper campus. All women invited. All equipment provided. Pilates classes also offered daily. Info: Instructor Kelly Ryan (557-0949).
WAIKOLOA SENIORS MONTHLY MEETING: 9 a.m. on the third Monday of each month. Community Room adjacent to the Waikoloa Village Association offices on Melia Street. Begins with a potluck breakfast and a speaker. Info: 883-2424.
QUILTERS MEET WEDNESDAYS AT NHERC: 8:30 a.m. – Noon. Every Wednesday. Led by Dorothy Badua, Jodean Dela Cruz and Mary Hinck. Everyone welcome. Bring your own sewing machine and extension cords or, if you hand quilt, your needles, scissors and thread. Info: 775-0726.
NORTH HAWAII ROTARY: Noon every Wednesday. Daniel Thiebaut’s Restaurant. There is a charge for lunch. Public welcome as the guest of a club member. Info: President Jim Fritz (jamesfritz@kohalaroofing.com).
WAIMEA JUNIOR GIRL SCOUT TROOP: Meetings on Wednesday afternoons, led by Vera Ward (885-0385).
DISCOVER AUNTIE CONNIE’S READING CORNER: The Friends of Thelma Parker Memorial Library have renamed the Book Nook after long time Waimea Elementary School volunteer Auntie Connie Erger. The expanded Book Nook is a great source of inexpensive books ($1 for most hardbacks; 50 cents for paper backs and a few specials between $1-5. Funds benefit the Friends community efforts to support the library and literacy.
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