* TODAY
• Kona Traffic Safety Committee meeting, 4:30-6 p.m. to discuss traffic issues with public officials who can make a difference. Everyone is welcome. KTSC meets in the Mayor’s Conference Room of the West Hawaii Community Center on Kealakakehe Parkway, second-floor of Building C above the DMV.
• Banned Books Week and book review contest, today through Oct. 20 at the Kailua-Kona Public Library. Open to teens 13+ years old and all adults. Read one of 40 banned books on display at library and write a brief review to be entered into a drawing for a $25 Kona Stories gift certificate or a $25 FOLK book sale gift certificate. See library staff for entry forms; Winners will be announced Oct. 23.
* FRIDAY
• Free Comic Book Day: “The Walking Dead,” all day at the Kealakekua Public Library. Celebrating the world-famous comic! Pick up your free “Walking Dead” swag while supplies last.
The VFW’s Friday meal is a Cuban dinner with marinated pork, rice and black beans, salad and dessert for $10. Eat in or take out, with service from 5-7 p.m. All veterans and their family and guests are welcome and encouraged to join. Info: Don Zero at (509) 879-1040.
• Waimea Community Theatre presents “Dracula” at 7 p.m. at Parker School Theatre. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students and seniors. The play is recommended for those 13 and older. Visit waimeacommunitytheatre.org for more information.
* SATURDAY
• Waimea Community Theatre presents “Dracula” at 7 p.m. at Parker School Theatre. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students and seniors. The play is recommended for those 13 and older. Visit waimeacommunitytheatre.org for more information.
* SUNDAY
• Dances of Universal Peace, 6-7:30 p.m. at the New Thought Center in Kealakekua. Moving in the moment while singing sacred phrases of the myriad of spiritual traditions that grace the Earth. Info: Swami Om, 323-3344.
• Amber Jade of Luminaria presents “Being Human,” an event series based on an innovative synthesis of neuroscience, ancient wisdoms, practical human management and “conscious evolution” tenets. 10 a.m. at the New Thought Center of Hawaii, 81-6587 Mamalahoa Highway, Kealakekua.
• Waimea Community Theatre presents “Dracula” at 2 p.m. at Parker School Theatre. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students and seniors. The play is recommended for those 13 and older. Visit waimeacommunitytheatre.org for more information.
* OCT. 16
• FOLK Book Club, 11 a.m. to noon on the Kailua-Kona Public Library lanai, featuring “City of Falling Angels” by John Berendt.
• Divorce workshop, 3:30-6:30 p.m. today and Oct. 23 at the Kailua-Kona Public Library.
• Intermediate Swim Class by Elderly Recreation Services, 9:45 a.m. at Kona Community Aquatic Center, 75-5530 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua-Kona (Kona Pool @ Old A’s Gym) with instructor Carol Elliott. Seniors age 55 or better are welcome to this no-impact strengthening exercise useful for island life. $10 fee for entire 10-week session (every Tuesday at 9:45 a.m.).
* OCT. 17
• Kailua-Kona Seniors meeting, 10 a.m. at Hale Halawai. The slate of nominations for 2019 officers will be read; also featuring a craft day to prepare for the upcoming fundraiser.
• Kupuna Singles dinner, 5 p.m. at Harbor House. Info: 339-7397.
• “Goosebumps” movie showing, 204 p.m. at the Kealakekua Public Library. A young man unleashes monsters from the books of author R.L. Stine. Rated PG. Free popcorn; beverages are allowed in closed containers.
• Traumatic brain injury support group meeting, 6-8 p.m. at Hawaiian Rehabilitation Services, 75-165 Hualalai St. Guest speaker Deborah Chavez, Ph.D. is dually licensed as a clinical psychologist and licensed marriage and family therapist. She has worked in Kona for over 28 years and has a private practice in Kona. Info: 329-0591 or Karen Klemme RN at 896-2962.
• Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce networking event, AfterHours, 5-7 p.m. at Access Information Protected, 73-4164 Huli Koa Drive, Kailua-Kona. This Halloween-themed pau hana will feature tours of the Access Information Protected destruction and records center, pupus from Lava Bowls and networking with West Hawaii businesses. Halloween costumes are encouraged! General admission $30; $15 for Chamber members and first-time non-members. Register at www.kona-kohala.com.
• Parkinson’s Support Group Kona, 1-3 p.m. at the West Hawaii Community Health Center, 75-5751 Kuakini Highway, Conference room A. Meet and greet fellow PD patients and caregivers. Info: Tom St. John, (925) 785-6093.
* OCT. 18
• Swim Classes by Elderly Recreation Services, 10:45 a.m. for beginners, 9:45 a.m. for intermediate level, at Kona Community Aquatic Center, 75-5530 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua-Kona (Kona Pool @ Old A’s Gym) with instructor Carol Elliott. Seniors age 55 or better are welcome to this no-impact strengthening exercise useful for island life. $10 fee for entire 10-week session (every Thursday).
• Kealakekua Public Library workshop on making your own soda at home, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Make your own root beer and take it home with you. Suitable for ages 5 and up. Small children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Limited to the first 12 patrons, a reservation is required to attend. RSVP online or contact the library at 323-7585.
• The College of Education from the University of Hawaii at Manoa host a free information session, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Hawaii CC – Palamanui Campus in the Koali Building in room 106, on distance learning programs for becoming a licensed K-12 teacher or getting graduate degrees in education or professional development opportunities. RSVP is not necessary but will be helpful in planning. Info: Karen Wilson, wilsonkl@hawaii.edu or 209-8031.
OCT. 19
• West Hawaii Mediation Center’s new series, Our Stories: Local Conversations in Conflict Resolution. Randall Roth, JD, LLM and author of the bestselling book “Broken Trust: Greed, Mismanagement &Political Manipulation at America’s Largest Charitable Trust,” featured speaker at 7 p.m. at the Kahilu Theatre. Info: www.whmediation.org.
• Senior ID card giveaway, 1-3 p.m. at Hale Hauoli Senior Center, Honokaa. Info: 775-7503.
• Waimea Community Theatre presents “Dracula” at 7 p.m. at Parker School Theatre. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students and seniors. The play is recommended for those 13 and older. Visit waimeacommunitytheatre.org for more information.
* OCT. 20
• Rotary Club of Kona Sunrise hosts its third annual Pig and Swig, featuring food and beverages, a variety of entertainment, and live and silent auctions. Event will raise funds for local scholarships and community projects. RCKS is also seeking community sponsors for this event. For more information, contact konasunriserotary@gmail.com.
• Rat Lungworm Disease workshops for Hawaii teachers. Gain a better understanding of the potentially deadly disease and participate in data collection. Workshops are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 27-28 at Kanu o ka Aina in Waimea (register by Oct. 26); and on Nov. 3-4 at Waimea Middle School (register by Nov. 2). Select course #SC184011 at https://pde3.k12.hi.us. Info: maryk8@hawaii.edu.
• Travel Conversation Circle, 10 a.m. to noon at the Kailua-Kona Public Library. Talk about recent trips, exciting destinations, resources and more.
• Waimea Community Theatre presents “Dracula” at 7 p.m. at Parker School Theatre. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students and seniors. The play is recommended for those 13 and older. Visit waimeacommunitytheatre.org for more information.
* OCT. 21
• Waimea Community Theatre presents “Dracula” at 2 p.m. at Parker School Theatre. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students and seniors. The play is recommended for those 13 and older. Visit waimeacommunitytheatre.org for more information.
OCT. 22
Children (6-9 Years old) and their adult caregivers are invited to the Kealakekua Public Library for stories and learning activities that promote brain development through increased knowledge, vocabulary, imagination, and concentration. The half hour story time begins at 3:30PM Monday, October 22nd. Call the library at 808-323-7585 for more information or to request special accommodation.
* OCT. 23
• Compassion &Choices presentations on Hawaii’s Our Care Our Choice Act, which authorizes medical aid in dying for the terminally ill. The new law goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2019, and the presentations will cover information to share with your doctor, options for end-of-life care, and more. Kona’s presentation is 10-11:30 a.m. at the West Hawaii Civic Center council chambers, and Waimea’s will be 4-5:30 p.m. at Tutu’s House in Kamuela. Registration: 974-4000 ext 67335.
* OCT. 24
• Kailua-Kona Seniors meeting, 10 a.m. at Hale Halawai. Celebrating October birthdays with bingo, bridge, and board games. Info: Joan, 329-1951.
• Medicare enrollment information session, 9:30-11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kailua-Kona Public Library.
* OCT. 25
• Inclusion First West Hawaii Disability Legislative Forum, 3:30-6:30 p.m. at the Old Kona Airport Pavilion, featuring a panel of legislators, county officials and others to discuss concerns regarding transportation, employment, education, housing and health for the community. Light refreshments.
• Bubble experiment, 3:30-4:30 p.m. at the Kealakekua Public Library for ages 8 and up. Learn about states of matter and hold a ball of swirling gas. Small children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
* OCT. 27
• Ohana Halloween Paina, 5 p.m. at Keauhou Shopping Center. A family-friendly Halloween celebration with costume contests for keiki, adults, and family costumes, as well as trick-or-treating at participating merchants, a keiki fun zone, food trucks, and live entertainment. Info: keauhoushoppingcenter.com.
• Community seed library, 10 a.m. to noon at the Kailua-Kona Public Library. Third anniversary celebration!
• Harvest Festival for Big Island kids, 5-7 p.m. at Grace Community Church, 74-4889 Palani Road, Kailua-Kona. Join for fun, games, prizes, candy, costume contest and a chili cook-off! No scary costumes please! Info: Kingdom Keiki on Facebook or Gracekona.org.
* OCT. 28
• Kawanui Farm and Aston Kinetics announce a unique workshop for all gardeners from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the farm in Honalo. “Aston Movement for Gardening” will be taught by movement leaders Judith Aston and Brian Linderoth. Info: Info or to reserve a space email Nancy Redfeather nancyredfeather@hawaii.rr.com or call 322-2801.
• Kawanui Farm and Aston Kinetics present “Aston Movement for Gardening,” a unique workshop for all gardeners, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the farm in Honalo. Judith Aston and Brian Linderoth will inspire a lifelong awareness for healthy movement and good exercise in the garden. Potluck to follow. Tuition $60; class size is limited so reserve a space by contacting Nancy Redfeather nancyredfeather@hawaii.rr.com or 322-2801. Info: www.astonkinetics.com.
* OCT. 30
• Kupuna Singles dinner, 5 p.m. at Teshima’s. Info: 333-8049.
• Eyes on the Reef discusses coral regrowth. Event runs 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Kailua-Kona Public Library.
• Lanihau Center 30th anniversary celebration, noon to 7 p.m. Free event features a craft fair, car show, hula, and a concert featuring Good to Go and Ho’aikane. Info: www.facebook.com/Lanihau.
* OCT. 31
• Kailua-Kona Seniors attend the monthly Senior Movie, 10 a.m. at the Civic Center, Building B. All seniors 55 and older are invited. No meeting at Hale Halawai this week. Info: Joan, 329-1951.
• Senior ID card giveaway, 9 a.m. to noon at West Hawaii Civic Center building B, Kona. Info: 323-4320.
• “Hocus Pocus” movie showing, 2-4 p.m. at the Kealakekua Public Library. After accidentally freeing evil witches, friends and a magical cat stop them from becoming immortal. Free popcorn; beverages allowed in closed containers.
* 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.
* NOV 10
• A healthy 5K run/walk for all ages, interactive health fair with free screenings and demos, and exciting silent auction and quilt drawing make a full day of “Fit-Bid-Fun” at Waikoloa School. The ninth annual event helps fund literacy programs by Friends of the Library – Waikoloa Region. To register and for info visit www.flwr-runforliteracy.com.
• Kalanihale fourth annual La Ohana, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Milolii Park, South Kona. Free health and Hawaiian culture event with free health screening, cultural demonstrations, Hawaiian medicine informational booths, live entertainment, food vendors, school fundraisers and more.
* Big Island growers sixth annual Plant People Road Show 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Old Kona Airport Pavilion. Talk story with 12 growers from the island’s different regions. Admission is free.
Nov. 11
* Dances of Universal Peace, 6-7:30 p.m. at the New Thought Center in Kealakekua. Moving in the moment while singing sacred phrases of the myriad of spiritual traditions that grace the Earth.
* NOV. 17
• Kawaihae Cane Club’s 24th annual luau, 5 p.m. at the Kawaihae Canoe Club site. Enjoy an outdoor luau with authentic food and great Hawaiian entertainment under the stars. Presale adult tickets are $40 and child tickets are $15 (ages 5-10). Gate opens at 5 p.m. and dinner starts at 6. Info: Izzy, 987-2819 or kccluau@yahoo.com.
• Kauaha’ao Congregational Church fundraising bazaar, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the corner of Mamalahoa Highway, Kamaoa Road and Pinao Street just above the Wong Yuen Store. The church will be selling kalua pig plate lunches, containers of kalua pig, smoked meat bowls, baked goods, produce, crafts. Info: Debbie at 928-8039.
* NOV. 27
• Kupuna Singles dinner, 5 p.m. for Taco Tuesday at Korner Pocket. Info: 937-9732.
* DEC. 4
• Kupuna SIngles lunch, 11:30 a.m. at Sam Choy’s Kai Lanai. Info: (760) 815-5938.