* TODAY
• Kupuna Singles, 1 p.m. at Sun Dried Specialties-Fish Bowl. Info: 326-1288.
• 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.
• Senior ID card giveaway, 10 a.m. to noon, Milolii Beach Park Pavilion, Kona. Info: 323-4320.
• Rotary Club of Kona Mauka Rotary meeting, noon to 1 p.m. at Teshima’s Restaurant. Guest speaker Susanne Otero with the Legacy Reef Foundation.
* WEDNESDAY
• Senior ID card giveaway, 1-3 p.m., Hale Hauoli Senior Center, Honokaa. Info: 775-7503.
• Kealakekua Public Library presents a free showing of “The Perks of Being a Wallflower,” rated PG-13, from 4-5:45 p.m. Free popcorn while supplies last.
• American Legion Kona Post 20 and Auxiliary monthly meeting at Privateers Cove restaurant on Kaiwi Square at the corner of Luhia and Kaiwi Streets, Aug. 8. Post Officers meeting begins at 3:30 p.m. and general membership meeting follows at 4 p.m. Info and reservations: Jim Hussey, 464-4341, 589-0387 or email texjr594@gmail.com.
• Kailua-Kona Seniors meeting, 10 a.m. at Hale Halawai. Connie Brunbaugh of the Ballard Family Mortuary to speak on her company’s services and arrangements.
• Introduction to Bookkeeping workshop, 9-11:30 a.m. at Hale Iako, 73-970 Makako Bay Drive, Kailua-Kona. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m., cost $20. Learn key principles and terminology for accounting skills. Info and registration: hisbdc.org or 333-5000.
• WH Entrepreneur Meetup, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at WH Civic Center. Free networking group. Gain exposure and network with other business owners. Bring plenty of business cards. Win door prizes! Sponsored by HIPlan and Small Business Development Center.
• Brain Injury support group, 6-8 p.m. at Hawaiian Rehabilitation Services, 75-165 Hualalai St. Speaker Caitlin Cochrane, owner of Pathways to Optimal Living LLC will speak on neurofeedback and its benefits. All brain injury, stroke, or neurotrauma survivors, as well as family and caregivers and interested professionals, are welcome. Info: 329-0591 or 896-2962.
• Rotary Club of Kona Sunrise meeting, 7 a.m. above Humpy’s Restaurant. Guest speaker is Mike Fraser, past president of RCKS. Info: Donna Urban-Higuchi, 938-5137.
* THURSDAY
• “How to Talk So Kids Will Listen” course, 9-10:30 a.m. at Neighborhood Place of Kona, 75-166 Kalani St., Ste. 104, Kailua-Kona, Thursdays through Sept. 13. Learn a variety of skills to communicate and improve your relationship with your children. Register at 331-8777.
• Kona Traffic Safety Committee meeting, 4:30-6 p.m. in the mayor’s conference room of the West Hawaii Community Center on Kealakehe Parkway, second floor of building C above the DMV. Come discuss traffic issues with public officials who can make a difference. Everyone is welcome.
• The 98th annual Convention of the California-Nevada-Hawaii Kiwanis District, Aug. 9-11 at the Sheraton Kona Resort &Spa in Keauhou. The convention is for the election of officers, educational seminars, exhibits and leadership training. Info: Doug, KailuaKona4Kiwanis@gmail.com or www.kiwanis.org.
* FRIDAY
• VFW Post 12122 Friday $8 meal is pasta, salad and dessert, served 5-7 p.m. All veterans and their family and guests are welcome and encouraged to join. Info: Don Zero, (509) 879-1040.
• West Hawaii Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind meeting, 11:30 a.m. at Hale Halawai. Diana Jones, who attended the NFB national convention in July, will report what she learned there, including new apps and products to aid the visually challenged. Info: nfb-westhi.org or call Betty at 329-5519.
* SATURDAY
• 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.
• Woodsong Performance with Chris Yeaton, 3:30-4:30 p.m. at the Kailua-Kona Public Library. Local musician Chris Yeaton will perform slack key guitar songs.
• Korean War veterans monthly meeting, 10 a.m. at VFW post 12122. VFW monthly meeting at 11:30 a.m.
* AUG 12
• VFW post 12122 hosts Warren’s West Coast Swing Group, 7-9 p.m. with dancing, $5 donation. Lessons start at 6 p.m.
* AUG 13
• Senior ID card giveaway, 10 a.m. to noon, Kohala CSE old Bank of Hawaii building, Kohala. Info: 889-6502.
* AUG 14
• Senior ID card giveaway, 9-11 a.m., Lily Yoshimatsu Senior Center, Waimea. Info: 887-3008; and 9 a.m. to noon, Walmart, Kona. Info: 323-4320.
* AUG 15
• Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce’s networking event, AfterHours, 5-7 p.m. at Plus Interiors, 75-1006 Henry St. Learn about Plus Interiors’ different divisions and lines. Register before Aug. 1 to submit an image for a free custom gift. Admission is $30; $15 for Chamber members and first-time non-members; register online at www.kona-kohala.com. Info: 329-1758 or email info@kona-kohala.com.
• Kailua-Kona Seniors meeting, 10 a.m. at Hale Halawai. Celebrating birthdays with Bingo and board games. Info: Joan, 329-1951.
* AUG 17
• Kailua-Kona Seniors bowling day, 9 a.m. at Xtreme Bowling Alley. Info: Joan, 329-1951.
* AUG 18
• F.O.L.K. book sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Kailua-Kona Public Library lanai. An extensive collection of sewing/quilting books will be available.
* AUG 22
• Kupuna Singles, 5 p.m. at Fish Hopper. Info: 815-5938.
• Kealakekua Public Library presents a screening of “October Sky,” 4-5:45 p.m. Free popcorn while supplies last.
• Kailua-Kona Seniors meeting, 10 a.m. at Hale Halawai. A morning of karaoke fun for all. Info: Joan, 329-1951.
* AUG 26
• Therapeutic Horsemanship of Hawaii introduction and informational meeting of regular volunteers and interested new volunteers, 9-11:30 a.m. at Horseplay Equestrian Center. A formal volunteer training will follow. Info: www.thhkona.org or phone or email Nancy Bloomfield, 937-7903 or nannygirl@hawaii.rr.com.
* AUG 29
• Senior ID card giveaway, 9 a.m. to noon, West Hawaii Civic Center – Building B, Kona. Info: 323-4320.
• Magic: The Gathering free play day at Kealakekua Public Library, hosted by 4Pillars Hobby Shop. Cards, gaming, free snacks and prizes. All ages welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
• Kailua-Kona Seniors monthly movie, 10 a.m. at the Civic Center, featuring Agatha Christie’s “Murder on the Orient Express.” Info: Kelly, 323-4330.
* SEPT 2
• Therapeutic Horsemanship of Hawaii resumes its Sunday riding sessions for people with disabilities. Info: www.thhkona.org or phone or email Nancy Bloomfield, 937-7903 or nannygirl@hawaii.rr.com.
* SEPT 12
• Kona Crime Prevention Committee annual luncheon banquet meeting at King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel, 11:30 a.m. to honor the Police Officer of the Year. Lunch is $45 for adults and $30 for Keiki. Parking $3 with validation. Reservations: Contact Liz, lholey@hawaii.rr.com.
* SEPT 15
• Pre-retirement seminar by 9th MSC for Soldiers with 15 years of service or more, retired Reserve soldiers, gray area retirees (retirees who are less than 60 years of age), and family members, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hawaii National Guard Kona Armory, 81-1032 Nani Kupuna Place, Kealakekua. Info: MSG Michelle Metcalf, 438-1600×3553 or michelle.s.metcalf.mil@mail.mil. Register online at https://bit.ly/2KmRvdu.
* 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.