* TODAY
• The Kailua-Kona Public Library hosts the Ala Kahakai Trail Association at 5:30 p.m. The Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail is a 175-mile trail corridor of ancient and historic coastal routes reconnecting our traditional ahupuaa to unite local communities around common goals to preserve Hawaii’s cultural and ecological landscape. Come and learn about the trail ohana and upcoming hikes led by the association. Info: 327-4327.
* WEDNESDAY
• Senior ID card giveaway, 9 a.m. to noon, West Hawaii Civic Center – Building B, Kona. Info: 323-4320.
• Kailua-Kona Seniors Midsummer Treasure Sale, 9 a.m. to noon. Come by and go home with a bargain. Info: Joan, 329-1951.
• Kiwanis Club of Kailua-Kona meeting, 5:30 p.m. at The Regency at Hualalai meeting room, 75-181 Hualalai Road, Kailua-Kona. All visiting Kiwanis and prospective members are invited to attend. Info: Doug, l-dpayne@msn.com, (909) 649-3516.
• Kealakekua Public Library presents a screening for the whole family, the Disney musical “The Little Mermaid” rated PG, 1-2:30 p.m. Free popcorn while supplies last. Free to the public. Info: 323-7585.
• Kealakekua Public Library hosts Jeff Knowles, board member of the Kona Soil and Conservation District, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Learn about overcoming the challenges of protecting the fragile environment and keeping Kona green. Info: 323-7585.
• Kealakehe Intermediate School Fee Pay Days, 9 a.m. to noon today and noon to 3 p.m. Thursday. Check in at the administration office to sign up for text alerts, purchase the 2018/19 yearbook, learn about the new online meal pay program, and pay student fees. Campus tours will be offered at 8 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. today, and 11 a.m. and 3:15 p.m. on Thursday.
• Rotary Club of Kona Sunrise meeting, 7 a.m. above Humpy’s Restaurant. Guest speaker is Michelle Ku, president/CEO of Arc of Kona. Info: Donna Urban-Higuchi, 938-5137.
* THURSDAY
•Hands-On Field Day for coffee berry borer monitoring, 9-11:30 a.m. at the Kona Cooperative Extension Office &Kona Research Station, 79-7381 Mamalahoa Highway, Kealakekua. Learn sampling techniques and using the results for CBB management. Info: https://bit.ly/2uqlnzY or Gina at 322-4892.
* FRIDAY
• Hawaii Coffee Association 10th annual statewide Cupping Competition at the Kauai Beach Resort. Registration available online, www.hawaiicoffeeassociation.com. Info: Brian Webb, (919) 608-1210 or info@pacificcoffeeresearch.com.
• Suicide prevention class ‘safeTALK’ offered, 1-4:30 p.m. at the West Hawaii Civic Center Council Chambers (building A), 74-5044 Ane Keohokalole, Kailua-Kona. Learn to recognize and provide emotional support for people with thoughts of suicide. Minimum age 15 years. Registration: Nancy, 333-8988.
• VFW Post 12122 Friday $8 meal is tacos, salad and dessert, service from 5-7 p.m. All veterans and their families and guests are welcome. Info: Don Zero, (509) 879-1040.
* JULY 28
• Marine Corps League monthly meeting at VFW Post 12122, 11:30 a.m. Info: Don Zero, (509) 879-1040.
* JULY 31
• Kupuna Singles, 5:30 p.m. at Harbor House. Info: 339-7397.
• Cancer Support Group meeting, 7 p.m. at Teshima’s Restaurant in Hanalo. People newly diagnosed with cancer, cargivers, supportive family members, and cancer survivors are welcome. Info: Shirley: 323-2732.
* AUG 2
• Meet and greet open house, 5-6 p.m. at Kealakehe Elementary School. Parents of students in first through fifth grades are invited to bring in their child’s school supplies and meet their teacher.
• Kona and Ka’u House and Senate Candidate Agricultural Forum, 6-8 p.m. at the Konawaena High School in Kealakekua. Forum subject area is to help meet the needs of farmers, and participants are encouraged to bring questions. Co-sponsored by Kona Coffee Farmers Association and Kona Farmers Union.
* AUG 7
• Kupuna Singles, 1 p.m. at Sun Dried Specialties-Fish Bowl. Info: 325-1288.
• Words and Wine, 6 p.m. at Kona Stories Book Shop. Meet and greet some of Hawaii’s favorite authors and artists while enjoying complimentary pupu and wine. August’s featured authors are Lyla Bashan, Kimberly Dark and Vyana Reynolds. Info: 324-0350.
* AUG 11
• Election Day officials wanted for the Primary Election! Applicants must be 16 or older and be able to read write, follow directions, and lift 25 pounds. Sign up online or call for more info at 933-1591 or www.elections.hawaii.gov.
* AUG 22
• Kupuna Singles, 5 p.m. at Fish Hopper. Info: 815-5938.
* SEPT 18
• Kupuna Singles, 5 p.m. at the Manago Hotel. Info: 333-8049.
* SEPT 20
• The 28th annual Hawaii International Tropical Fruit Conference, Sept. 20-23 at Leeward Community College in Pearl City on Oahu, followed by mini-conferences Sept. 25-29 in both Kona and Hilo. Info: www.HTFG.org or kenlove@hawaiiantel.net or Mark Suiso at suiso@aloha.net.
* NOV 6
• Election Day officials wanted for the General Election! Applicants must be 16 or older and be able to read write, follow directions, and lift 25 pounds. Sign up online or call for more info at 933-1591 or www.elections.hawaii.gov.