School supplies drives planned
School supplies drives planned
The mission of Hawaii Island United Way is to unite people, organizations and resources to build a healthier community. In partnership, and in keeping with its commitment to the well-being and healthy development of Big Island keiki, KAPA Hawaiian FM and United Way have teamed up and ask the community to join them in their initiative to Kakoo I Na Keiki, or Support the Keiki.
The public can participate by dropping off school supplies from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Kmart or Walmart in Kailua-Kona. Other dates and sites include noon to 4 p.m. July 28 at the Kona Commons McDonald’s and 5 to 7 p.m. July 28 during the Hui Kakoo Concert at Keauhou Shopping Center.
Monetary donations will be received by visiting hiuw.org or clicking on the HIUW logo on the radio station’s website, kaparadio.com/supportthekeiki.
Waimea library boosters to meet
The public is invited to attend the Friends of Thelma Parker Memorial Library’s annual meeting from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesdsay in the library’s meeting room.
Jim Cisler, who helps moderate a writer’s support group at Tutu’s House, is the event’s speaker. The group recently self-published its first work, “Coconuts and Pearls,” which is available in the library. He will speak on ways to encourage, support and inspire writers at all ability levels.
The agenda consists of a short business meeting and election of officers — nominations will be accepted from the floor. The organization will supply entrees and beverages. Bring a dessert or pupu.
Miss Rodeo Hawaii seeks sponsors
Macey Kaleihoohie Loando of Kailua-Kona was crowned the new Miss Rodeo Hawaii in May. Loando is the daughter of Mark Loanao and Laura Kamoku.
The University of Hawaii, West Hawaii Center student is seeking sponsorships and donations from the community to be able to compete in the Miss Rodeo America competition.
For more information, or to make a donation, write her at 74-4930 Palani Road, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740.
Prostate cancer group meets Wednesday
The Prostate Cancer Information and Support Group meets at noon Wednesday at King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel pool bar.
Newly diagnosed and prostate cancer survivors are welcome to share cancer-related issues and lend support to other meeting attendees.
The group meets the third Wednesday of every month.
Contact Alapaki Tampos at 326-1888 for more information.
Fishing tournament seeks volunteers
The 53rd annual Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament is seeking volunteers to assist with a variety of tournament support from Aug. 10 to 18 at tournament headquarters. Volunteers are needed for Kailua Pier operations, the tournament’s retail store, administration and more.
T-shirts and discounted parking for shift volunteers will be provided.
To sign up or for more information on volunteering, call 741-0806 or email hibt@hawaii.rr.com.
Candidate talk story is Saturday
Waimea Town Market and Parker School are hosting a candidate talk story from 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturday at the school. The event provides an opportunity to meet and speak to the individuals who want to represent and serve North Hawaii residents. With no speeches and no pressure, voters will have the uncommon opportunity to spend time chatting with each candidate, one-on-one.
Candidates for all local and islandwide offices have been invited. Those confirmed as of press time include U.S. House of Representatives candidate Bob Marx; Hawaii County mayoral candidates Harry Kim and Dominic Yagong; District 4 state Senate candidates Lorraine Inouye and Malama Solomon; District 9 County Council candidates Bill Sanborn and Margaret Wille; and Hawaii County Prosecutor candidates Lincoln Ashida and Mitch Roth.
Visitors should note that the candidates have been asked to meet with voters only in their tents.
Casual attire is suggested for Waimea Town Market, and layers are recommended since Waimea temperatures can vary widely and mist or rain is always possible. For more information, call Paul Johnston, 938-4540.