Volunteers sew dresses for the Philippines Volunteers sew dresses for the Philippines ADVERTISING East and West Hawaii members of Dress a Girl Around the World are sewing dresses to send to areas of the Philippines devastated by Typhoon Haiyan. The
Volunteers sew dresses for the Philippines
East and West Hawaii members of Dress a Girl Around the World are sewing dresses to send to areas of the Philippines devastated by Typhoon Haiyan. The group has sent hundreds of dresses to communities around the world, including some in the Philippines.
“It isn’t just the dress that is important,” said the organization’s East Hawaii ambassador, Jeanette Laris. “It is the increased feelings of self-worth and dignity the dresses give to these girls. Children who look well-cared-for are less apt to be abducted or seen as easy targets by those who prey on vulnerable children of the world,” she said.
Those interested in sewing for the project may pick up a dress kit with instructions at Kilauea Kreations II at 680 Manono St. in Hilo, attend a workshop there from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday or call 961-1100. For information, visit dressagirlaroundtheworld.com.
Chi gung class
offered Monday
Paul Thompson, acupuncturist and traditional Chinese herbalist, will teach a free introductory fragrant chi gung class 5:30 p.m. Monday at Hawaiian Rehabilitation Services, 75-165 Hualalai Road in Kailua-Kona.
Chi gung is a method of meditation with movement to enhance healing and restore balance in the body. For more information, call 329-0591.
Codependents group meets Monday
A Co-dependents Anony-mous women’s meeting will be held from 4 t0 5 p.m. Monday at the Unity Church Sanctuary, 75-5722 Hanama Place in Kailua-Kona.
The 12-step fellowship is for those whose common purpose is recovery from codependence and the development of healthy relationships. For more information, email kona.womensgroup@gmail.com.
Cancer support group meets Tuesday
A cancer support group meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Teshima’s Restaurant in Honalo. People newly diagnosed with cancer and cancer survivors are welcome, as well as caregivers and family members.
For more information, call Shirley at 323-2732.
Shoe box gifts
to be collected
Gift-filled shoe boxes will be collected Monday through Nov. 25 to be delivered to needy children through Operation Christmas Child.
Anyone can drop off a shoebox filled with toys, school supplies and hygiene items at Legacy Church, 73-4976 Kamanu St. between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and Nov. 25, and noon to 5 p.m. Nov. 24. Boxes will also be received at Living Stones Church, 76-6224 Alii Drive, from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, 12:30 to 4 p.m. Nov. 24 and 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 25.
Donors will learn where their shoe boxes were delivered if they use the donation form found at samaritanspurse.org. For more information call 1-800-567-8580.
‘The Fish Can Sing’
to be discussed
Kona Library Book Club will meet at 11 a.m. Tuesday on the Kailua-Kona Public Library lanai. This month’s selection is “The Fish Can Sing” by Halldor Laxness, a book that offers a glimpse into life at an isolated fishing village in Iceland. Laxness is Iceland’s best-known fiction writer and winner of the Nobel Prize for literature.
The club will discuss “One True Thing” by Anna Quindlan in December. New members are welcome.
Galaxy Forum to
be held in Waimea
Science presentations and resources will be shared at Galaxy Forum Hawaii 2013, a free event from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Waimea Community Education, 65-1184 Mamalahoa Highway in Waimea.
Highlights include a presentation on the frontiers of astronomy and galaxy science by Maohai Huang, visiting scientist from Beijing, China. Robert Zellner, teacher at Kanu o ka Aina New Century School will speak on advancing space and galaxy education across the curriculum. Also, Lysha Matsunobu, Parker School student and participant of the Summer Science Program at Westmont College will describe her work related to science, astronomy, asteroids and software.
International Lunar Observatory Association will introduce its Galaxy Map 2013, an innovative, educational resource. The organization will also share news about development of a global headquarters and international research and education center in Waimea.
Seating is limited. Make reservations by visiting info@iloa.org or calling 885-3474. For more information, visit iloa.org or galaxyforum.org
Events remember, serve the homeless
Two Kona events will promote National Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week, which is being observed through Nov. 24 on Hawaii Island.
A candlelight vigil from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Friendly Place will remember those who died while homeless. Also, a free community resource fair will include a Thanksgiving-style meal, goods and services, and entertainment from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday at the Old Kona Airport Park’s Makaeo Pavilion.
For more information, call Jasmine Angeleo at 640-0988.
Weave a lauhala bracelet at garden
Participants will prepare lauhala leaves for weaving and create a bracelet during a 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. class Tuesday at the Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden in Captain Cook. Attendees will also learn about the many traditional uses of lauhala.
The cost is $10 for Bishop Museum members, $15 for nonmembers. Class size is limited to 15. For more information, call Cindy Whitehawk at 987-2662 or email blossoming_whitehawk@yahoo.com.
Fitzgerald to address Rotary of Kona Mauka
Hawaii County Parks and Recreation Department representative Robert Fizgerald will be the featured speaker at Rotary of Kona Mauka’s meeting Tuesday. The group meets from noon to 1 p.m. every Tuesday at Teshima’s Restaurant in Honalo. Lunch is $20 per person. For more information, call Ken Obenski at 987-8431.
