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Exercise & Meditation

Daily Outdoor Free Play, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Nāʻālehu Community Center. Ages 5 to 8. 939-2510, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation

Pāhala Pool Schedule: Adult Lap Swim, daily, 10 a.m. to noon; Public Recreational Swim, Sunday/Saturday, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Monday-Friday, 1 p.m. to  3 p.m. Adult Water Aerobics, Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. $20/month by 1st of month. Closed during national and state holidays. 928-8177, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-aquatics

Ranger Guided Hikes, Sunday/Saturday, 9:30 a.m., Kahuku Unit Visitor Contact Station. Topics and destinations vary. Free. nps.gov/havo

Volcano Insight, Sunday, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Volcano Art Center. Insight (mindfulness) meditation, from the Buddhist tradition. All are welcome. Donations accepted. Mary Grace Orr, mgrace.orr@gmail.com

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings: One Day at a Time Group, Sunday, 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Cooper Center, Volcano Village; Happy, Joyous and Free Group, Monday/Thursday, 7 p.m., Saturday, 5 p.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church in Ocean View; Friday Night BBQ Meeting, Friday, 5 p.m., Wai‘ōhinu (929 -7674); West Hawai‘i Intergroup (329-1212), or Hilo office (961-6133).

Tai Chi Chuan Yang Long Form 108, Monday/Friday, 7 a.m. to 10 a.m., Discovery Harbour Community Hall. $5 donation. David, 785-6644

Yoga with Emily Catey Weiss, Monday/Wednesday, 7:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m., Volcano Art Center. Beginners and Intermediate. emilycatey@hotmail.com

Pickleball for Adults, Monday/Tuesday/Thursday, time TBA, Kahuku Park, HOVE. Paddle required. Jacquie Woodmansee, 929-7092, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation

Qigong, Monday, 8:30-9:30a.m., Nā‘ālehu Hongwangi, $5; Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Discovery Harbour, donation; Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Mark Twain, $7. Beginners welcome. Shary, 929-7647 

Niʻaulani Nature Walk, Monday, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Free, guided walks. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

Outdoor Play Equipment and Courts - Open Use, Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Friday, 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Kahuku Park, Hawaiian Ocean View Estates. Balls provided for play. All ages. 929-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation

Gentle Senior Yoga, Monday/Wednesday, 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., Nā‘ālehu Hongwanji. Senior price $10 for 10 sessions. Stephanie Pepper, 937-7940

Hula, Monday, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church, Ocean View. Classes by Kumu Hannah Uribes. Open to all. Barbara McDonough, 315-8675

Recreation Room and Game Tables, Monday through Thursday, 3 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.; Friday, 2 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. at Kaʻū District Gym. Ages 12 and up. Through March 31. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation

Recreation Room Fitness Station, Monday through Thursday, 3 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.; Friday, 2 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. at Kaʻū District Gym. Ages 15 and up. Through March 31. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation

Miloliʻi-Kaʻū Volleyball Club, Monday/Wednesday, 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Kaʻū District Gym. Landa Kuahuia, 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation

Pilates Fusion Fitness, Monday/Friday, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Discovery Harbour Community Center. All ages. Exercise by DVD; bring exercise ball and band, light hand weights, mat. Free with donation of non-perishable food. Judy Knapp, 640-4712

Pilates, Monday, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Volcano Art Center. Marcia Timboy, 967-8222

Zumba Fitness, Monday/Thursday at 5:30 p.m.; Saturday at 9 a.m., New Hope Christian Fellowship, Volcano. Certified instructor Linda Fanene, 990-3835 

Soto No Michi Aikido, Monday/Wednesday, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Pāhala Hongwanji. Adults. Alan Moores, 928-0919 or artbyalan2011@gmail.com. aikidokau.com

Pickle Ball for Adults, Monday through Thursday, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Kaʻū District Gym. Through March 31. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation

Beginning and Intermediate Yoga, Tuesday/Thursday, 8:30 p.m. to 10 a.m., Noa's Island Massage in rear entrance of Ka‘ū Realty across from Hana Hou. Arrive 10 minutes early. $10/class or $80 for ten classes. 756-3183

Yoga, Tuesday/Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Discovery Harbour Community Hall. Open to the public, all ages, beginner and intermediate. Suzanne, 930-4678

Family Yoga Class, Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., PARENTS, Inc., Nā‘ālehu. 3-12 years old and caregivers. All levels welcome. Wear comfortable clothes. Bring mat, if can - supplies limited. Free. 333-3460, lindsey@hawaiiparents.org

Sita Yoga, Tuesday, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Cooper Center, Volcano Village. Combination of hatha and vinyasa flow yoga, led by Marguerite. Bring yoga mat. Donation accepted but not required. All levels welcome. 206-606-3664, Sita Yoga on Facebook

Hokulele Basketball Club, Tuesday/Thursday, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Kaʻū District Gym. Ravel Kaupu, 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation

Muscle Toning Class, Tuesday, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., Ocean View Community Center. Instructor Erin Cole. Free. ovcahi.org, ovcahawaii@gmail.com, 939-7033

Belly Dance Classes, Tuesday, beginners, 5:30 p.m.; intermediate, 6:30 p.m. Farasha, 990-3835

IKL Pāhala Karate Class, Tuesday/Friday, intro class, 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.; beginners, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; advanced, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Pāhala Community Center. Sensei Francisco Villa, 747-0640, 345-9426, villaf99@yahoo.com

Zumba, Tuesday, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Pāhala Community Center. Erin Cole teaches adults. 928-3102

Yoga in the Park, Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., Wai‘ōhinu Park. All levels by Yoga Therapist, Pilates instructor. Supported by donation. LaurieBoyle@AlohaTherapies.com

Explore Kahuku Unit of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, Wednesday-Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free; no Park entrance fees. Self-guided hike or join rangers on weekends for two-hour guided trek at 9:30 a.m. Enter on mauka (inland) side of Hwy 11 near mile marker 70.5 about 50 minute drive south of Park main entrance. Sturdy footwear, water, rain gear, sun protection, and a snack are recommended for all hikes.

Senior Yoga Satsang, Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Cooper Center, Volcano Village. Calabash donations. Debra Serrao, 333-0313

Meditation, Wednesday, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Nā‘ālehu Hongwanji. Velvet Replogle, 936-8989

Youth Soccer, Wednesday, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Nāʻālehu Community Center. Ages 6 to 12. Shoes required. 939-2510, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation

Soto No Michi Aikido - Keiki, Wednesday, 5 p.m. to 5:45 p.m., Pāhala Hongwanji. Ages 8 to 12. Alan Moores, 928-0919 or artbyalan2011@gmail.com. aikidokau.com

Hālau Hula O Leionalani - Hula Classes, Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., keiki; 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., adult beginners; 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. adult advanced, Pāhala Community Center. Led by Chum Hula Debbie Leionalani Ryder. Register by coming to class or call 649-9334.

Yoga with Ted Pirsig, Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Volcano Art Center. Focuses on controlling breath in pranayama exercises, linking breath to physical movement in yoga asana, and ending with 20 minutes of meditation. See volcanoartcenter.org for suggested props. $5 donation suggested. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

Paneurhythmy, Thursday, 9 a.m., Kahuku Park. Free walking circle dance. "Improves health, balance, and spiritual development." Lisa Shock, 990-7729.

Hatha Yoga, Thursday, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., Ocean View Community Center. Instructor Erin Cole. Free. ovcahi.org, 939-7033

Yoga with Heather Lewis, Thursday, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Volcano Art Center. Vinyasa/Hatha flow class with mindful meditation. Beginners to intermediate. $10. volcanoartcenter.org

PiYo Live Classes, Thursday, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Ka‘ū District Gym multi-purpose room. Low-impact Pilates and yoga inspired workout to improve core strength, flexibility, and balance. Bring mat and water. Shoes optional. Donations welcome. Sara Krosch, 520-389-0620

Daily, Weekly, and Bi-Weekly Events and Activities

9-Week Confident Parenting Classes, scheduled upon request. PARENTS, Inc., Nā‘ālehu. $60/person. All parents and caregivers welcome. Learn about effective parenting techniques to strengthen family relationships – manage stress and anger, learn positive discipline strategies, and more. Call ahead to join, or to schedule if unable to make current day/time. 333-3460, lindsey@hawaiiparents.org

Daily Ranger Talk: How It All Started, 9:30 a.m. to 9:50 a.m., Kīlauea Visitor Center lanai, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Free; Park entrance fess apply. 985-6011, nps.gov/havo

Daily Ranger Walk: E Mākaʻikaʻi iā Kaʻauea - Explore The Summit, 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., Kīlauea Visitor Center, HVNP. Free; Park entrance fess apply. 985-6011, nps.gov/havo

Senior Citizens Interest Group, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Nāʻālehu Community Center. 55+. 939-2510, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation

Explore Kahuku, Wednesday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Take a self-guided hike, or join rangers on weekends for a two-hour guided trek at 9:30 a.m. Enter the Kahuku Unit of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park on the mauka (inland) side of Highway 11 near mile marker 70.5. Kahuku is located in Ka‘ū, and is about a 50-minute drive south of the park’s main entrance. Sturdy footwear, water, rain gear, sun protection and a snack are recommended for all hikes.

Boys & Girls Club, Monday through Friday, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Kaʻū District Gym. Dolly Kailiawa, 756-5285; 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation

Volcano Farmers Market, Sunday, 6 a.m. to 10 a.m., Cooper Center, Volcano Village. Hot food, flowers and native plants, local produce, breads, jams, beef, coffee, swap meet, and more. EBT welcome. thecoopercenter.org , 967-7800 

9-Week Confident Parenting Classes, Monday, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., PARENTS, Inc., Nā‘ālehu. $60/person. All parents and caregivers welcome. Learn about effective parenting techniques to strengthen family relationships – manage stress and anger, learn positive discipline strategies, and more. Call ahead to join, or to schedule if unable to make current day/time. 333-3460, lindsey@hawaiiparents.org

Free DVD Movie Rentals for OVCA members, Free WiFi for all, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to noon, Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033

Lending Library and Children's Library, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon, Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033

Ocean View Nutrition Site and Senior Club hosts activities at St. Jude's Episcopal Church on Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 8:30 a.m. and provides lunches 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for seniors. Donations requested.

Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool - Monday/Wednesday, 8:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.,  Kauaha‘ao Congregational Church, Wai‘ōhinu Accepting applications for families with keiki ages birth-5 years. Currently meets Home Visiting Program available for families in Pāhala & Miloli'i, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Michelle Buck, 929-8571 or 208-9187, pidfoundation.org

Punalu‘u Bake Shop Music Lineup, Richard Zazzi Monday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Gary Cole, aka Foggy Wednesday/Saturday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Uncle Sonny Wednesday/Saturday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Tui Masaniai Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Ni‘aulani Nature Walks, Monday, 9:30 a.m., Volcano Art Center. One-hour nature walk through old-growth Hawaiian rainforest. Easy, 1/7-mile loop trail. Free; calabash donations welcome. 967-8222, programs@volcanoartcenter.org, volcanoartcenter.org 

Pāhala Senior Center – Hawai‘i County Nutrition Program, Monday through Friday, 10:30 a.m., $3 lunch for anyone 60 or older. Julie Pasquale, 928-3101

Nā‘ālehu Senior Nutrition Center – Hawai‘i County Nutrition Program, Monday through Friday, 10:45 a.m., $3 lunch for anyone 60 or older. 939-2505

Cultural Understanding Through Art & the Environment: Dietrich Varez Block Printing with Desiree Moana Cruz, Monday (no holidays), 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Volcano Art Center. Uses a collection of donated linoleum block prints by Deitrich and Linda Varez. $5 supply fee. No registration required. volcanoartcenter.org, 967-8222

Pāhala Boys and Girls Club, Monday through Friday, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., Pāhala Community Center. Dolly Kailiawa, 756-5285

Ocean View Boys and Girls Club, Monday through Friday, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., Ocean View Community Center. Dolly Kailiawa, 756-5285

Stained Glass Open Studio, Monday, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., Volcano Art Center. $10/session or $40/4 sessions – includes a grinder bit. All other materials/supplies not included. Pre-registration required. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

Ocean View Volunteer Fire Department Mtg., first Monday, 6 p.m., Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org

Ka‘ū Homeschool Co–op Group, every other Tuesday, 9 a.m., Ocean View Community Center. Parent-led homeschool activity and social group, building community in Ka‘ū. Call to confirm location before attending. Laura Roberts, 406-249-3351

Ocean View C.E.R.T. Mtg., every other Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Ocean View Community Center. Community Emergency Response Team monthly meeting and training. Jan. 4 meeting canceled due to septic work at OVCC. 939-7033, ovcahi.org

A Walk into the Past with Dr. Thomas A. Jaggar, Tuesday, 10 a.m., noon, and 2 p.m.,  Kīlauea Visitor Center. One hour performance includes climbing stairs and entering a confined space. Space limited; pick up free tickets at Visitor Center's front desk day of program. Supported by Kīlauea Drama Entertainment Network. Park entrance fees apply. 985-6101, nps.gov/havo

Kanikapila Jam Sessions with Wes Awana & Friends, Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Volcano Art Center. Open to all musicians. Bring own instrument. Donations accepted. volcanoartcenter.org

Taiko Drumming, Monday, 5-7p.m., Wednesday, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Pāhala Hongwanji. Informal group instructed by Paul Sakamoto of Puna Taiko. For more, call Wayne Kawachi, 937-4773.

Monday Movie Night, Monday, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Volcano Art Center. $5 donation suggested. Bring a cushion. Popcorn and snacks available for purchase. New movie each week, check for rating. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org 

Ka‘ū Driver License Office, Tuesday/Wednesday by appointment. 854-7214

Blended Learning Computer Class, Tuesday and Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Jude's computer lab. Free. 939-7033, ovcahi.org

Bookstore and Thrift Shop, Tuesday-Saturday, 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and Sunday, 6:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., weekly, Cooper Center in Volcano. Shop, donate, or both. thecoopercenter.org 

Family History/Geneology Workshops, Tuesday, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Nā‘ālehu Mormon Church. Theresa Ducret presents free, online workshops. Appointments at 238-6221.

Basic Computer and Internet Classes, Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. and 6 p.m., Pāhala Public and School Library. 928-2015

Alanon Meeting, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Discovery Harbour Community Hall. Open to the public. Meetings are ongoing, self help group supporting persons affected by alcoholism. 929-9576, discoveryharbour.net

OKK Farmers Market in Nāʻālehu, Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., mauka on Hwy 11 at the old Nāʻālehu Fruit Stand and future home of the Nāʻālehu Senior Housing Site. Produce and locally made products. Contact Sue Barnett for vending, 808-345-9374.

Kahuku Orientation Talk, Wednesday/Thursday/Friday, 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., HVNP Kahuku Unit Visitor Contact Station. 985-6101, nps.gov/havo

Community Bookstore, Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Kauaha‘ao Church, Wai‘ōhinu. 938-0411

Aloha Wednesday Art Class - Creative Arts at Ni‘aulani, Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Volcano Art Center. Focuses on a range of visual art techniques. Supply fees vary. volcanoartcenter.org, 967-8222

Restoring Hope Group, Wednesday, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., PARENTS Inc. Office, Nā‘ālehu. For families with keiki ages ages 3-17. Free, dinner included. Registration required. For more info, 333-3460.

All About Buddhism in the Jodo Shinshu Tradition, Wednesday, 5 p.m., Nā‘ālehu Hongwanji Buddhist Temple. Book study/talk story. Materials and light refreshments provided. Temple president Robert Kobzi, 966-9981.

Game Night, Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Discovery Harbour Community Hall. Games and conversation. Open to the public. Potluck first Wednesday each month at 5:30p.m.; bring dish for six. Sheri, 929-9258.

VA Telehealth Medical Services, Thursday, 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Ocean View Community Center. Veterans interested call Kona Community Outpatient Clinic at 331-4526. ovcahi.org

Stewardship of Kīpukapuaulu, Thursday, 9:30 a.m., Kīpukapuaulu parking lot, Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Volunteers remove invasive, non-native plants. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and long pants. Bring clippers or pruners, sturdy gloves, hat, and water. Clothes may stain. Prepare for all weather. Parental/guardian accompaniment or written consent required for those under 18. Free; park entrance fees apply. Marilyn Nicholson, nickem@hawaii.rr.com.

Hui Ohana Skill Building Class, Thursday, 10 a.m. to noon, Ocean View Community Center. Free, open to everyone. Drop in, registration not required. 333-3460 

Ka Lae Quilters, Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Discovery Harbour Community Hall. Open to public, beginners to experienced, bring equipment. Barbara Beatty, 929-9072, or Diane Farrar, 939-8720

Craft Day, Thursday, 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Pāhala Public and School Library. Recommended for ages 3 and up. 928-2015

Desperately Seeking Serenity, Al-Anon Family Groups Mtg., Thursday, 5 p.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church, Ocean View. Sandy, 557-9847

Kanikapila Jam Sessions with Wes Awana & Friends, Thursday, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Volcano Art Center Niʻaulani campus. Open to all musicians.  Bring own instrument and enjoy 'garage style' jamming. Donations gratefully accepted. volcanoartcenter.org, 967-7565

Thursday Evening Pottery Drop-In, Thursday, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Volcano Art Center in Volcano Village. $30/VAC member, $35/non-member. Class sized limited, registration required. Erik Wold, 967-8222

Live Music at South Side Shaka's, Friday, Nā‘ālehu. 929-7404

Women, Infant, Children Services, Friday (no holidays) at various locations. 965-3030 or 934-3209

Aloha Friday Cultural Demonstrations, Friday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Hands-on workshops covering topics such as ‘ukulele, lei making, hula and chant, and lauhala weaving. All welcome. Free; donations welcome. Park entrance fees apply. volcanoartcenter.org, 967-7565

Family Movie Matinee, Friday, 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Pāhala Public and School Library. Free entry and popcorn. Keiki must be accompanied by parent or adult caregiver. 928-2015, librarieshawaii.org/events

Ka‘ū ‘Ohana Band Rehearsals, Friday, 4 p.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church, Ocean View. Instruments provided; no experience necessary. Ka‘ū School of the Arts, 854-1540 or info@kauarts.org

Live Entertainment at Hana Hou Restaurant, Friday, 5:30 p.m. in Nā‘ālehu. 929-9717

Kahuku Orientation Talk, Friday/Saturday, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., Kahuku Unit Visitor Contact Station. Free. nps.gov/havo

Live Music, Friday/Saturday, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Lava Rock Café, Volcano Village. Happy Hour 4-6p.m.

Ocean View Farmers Market, Saturday, 7 a.m. to noon, Pōhue Plaza.

Swap Meet at Cooper Center, 2nd and 4th Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon, Volcano Village. Handmade crafts, jewelry, clothing, crystals, Thai food truck, shave ice, bookstore, thrift shop, playground, and more. thecoopercenter.org , 967-7800

Free Public Shower, Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church, 92-8606 Paradise Circle, Ocean View. St. Jude's provides a public health shower with hot water, soap, shampoo, and clean towels, plus a free hot meal, free wifi, and free charging for cell phones and computers. 939-7000

Live Bands, Saturday, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Kīlauea Military Camp's Lava Lounge, in HVNP. $5 cover charge, free to in-house guests. Open to authorized patrons and sponsored guests. Park entrance fees apply. kilaueamilitarycamp.com

Monthly Events and Activities

Ham Radio Potluck Picnic, first Sunday, noon to 2 p.m., Manukā State Park. Anyone interested in learning about ham radio is welcome to attend. View sites.google.com/site/southpointarc or sites.google.com/viewith southhawaiiares/home. Rick Ward, 938-3058

Cultural Understanding Through Art & the Environment: Dietrich Varez Block Printing with Desiree Moana Cruz, first Monday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Volcano Art Center. No registration required. $10 per person supply fee. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

Ocean View Volunteer Fire Department Mtg., first Monday, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org

Ka‘ū Coffee Growers Mtg., first Tuesday, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Pāhala Community Center.

Ocean View C.E.R.T. Mtg., first Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Ocean View Community Center. Community Emergency Response Team monthly meeting and training. 939-7033, ovcahi.org

Women's Expression Group, first Thursday, 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., PARENTS Inc., Nā‘ālehu. Women welcome to drop in. Free. Lindsey Miller, 333-3460, lindsey@hawaiiparents.org

Ocean View Neighborhood Watch Mtg., first Thursday, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org

‘O Ka‘ū Kākou Mtg., first Thursday, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Aspen Center. okaukakou.org

Keiki Science Class, first Saturday, 11 a.m. to noon, Ace Hardware Stores islandwide; Nā‘ālehu, 929-9030 and Ocean View, 929-7315. Free. acehardware.com

Keiki Science Class, first Saturday, 11 a.m. to noon, Ace Hardware Stores islandwide; Nā‘ālehu, 929-9030 and Ocean View, 929-7315. Free. acehardware.com

Medicine for the Mind: Teachings in the Tibetan Buddhist Tradition, second Sunday, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Volcano Art Center. Free; calabash donations welcome. Dress warmly. Patty Johnson, 345-1527, volcanoartcenter.org

Hawai‘i County Council Committee Mtgs., second (Hilo) and fourth (Kona) Tuesday. Ka‘ū residents can participate via videoconferencing at Nā‘ālehu State Office Building. Agendas at hawaiicounty.gov.

Hawai‘i County Council Mtg., second (Hilo) and fourth (Kona) Wednesday. Ka‘ū residents can participate via videoconferencing at Nā‘ālehu State Office Building. Agendas at hawaiicounty.gov.

Hawaiian Civic Club of Ka‘ū, second Thursday, 6:30 p.m., United Methodist Church, Nā‘ālehu. Pres. Berkeley Yoshida, 747-0197

Hawai‘i Disability Legal Services, second Friday, 9 a.m. to noon, Ocean View Community Center. Free disability legal services provided by Hawai‘i Legal Aid. 939-7033, ovcahi.org

Community Dance, second Friday, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Cooper Center, Volcano Village. Minors allowed with supervision only. Alcohol-free event. Variety of music. Snacks provided; additional pūpū welcome. Free. 967-7800, thecoopercenter.org

Nā Mamo o Kāwā Community Access Day, second Saturday, gates open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Kāwā. All cars must park at end of road fronting Kāwā Flats. Dogs must be on leash. No driving through fish pond. 557-1433, nmok.org, facebook.com/NMOK.Hawaii

Pancake Breakfast and Raffle, second Saturday, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., Ocean View Community Center. $5 for pancakes, eggs, bacon, etc. To volunteer, call 939-7033, ovcahi.org

Sunday Walk in the Park: Halemaʻumaʻu Trail, second Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon, meet at Kīlauea Visitor Center, HVNP. Organized by Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Moderate 1.6 mile round trip hike. Free for members. Register online. Park entrance fees apply. 985-7373, admin@fhvnp.org, fhvnp.org

Second Saturday in Volcano Village, second Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monthly event showcases business throughout the village. experiencevolcano.com, 808-985-8979

Hula Kahiko - Kumu Kapuaikapoliopele Ka‘au‘a with Unuokeahi and Unuiti, second or third Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., hula platform near Volcano Art Center Gallery. Hula performance. Free; park entrance fees apply. 967-8222, volcanohula@gmail.com, volcanoartcenter.org

Ocean View Community Association Board of Directors Mtg., third Wednesday, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org

Dog and Cat Food, third Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon, St. Jude's Episcopal Church. Provided by Hawaiʻi Island Humane Society.

Zentangle, third Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Volcano Art Center. Art supplies provided. Open to all levels. No experience required. Potluck, bring snack to share. $30/VAC member, $35/non-member, plus $15 supply fee. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

Nā Mea Hula with Kumu Hula Moses Kaho‘okele Crabbe, third Saturday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery porch. Hands-on cultural demonstration. Free; park entrance fees apply. 967-8222, volcanohula@gmail.com, volcanoartcenter.org

Old Style Pau Hana Mele & Hula ‘Auana, fourth Friday, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Volcano Art Center. Held outdoors, weather permitting. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

H.O.V.E. Road Maintenance Corp. Board Mtg., last Tuesday, 10 a.m., H.O.V.E. RMC office, 92-8979 Lehua Lane, Ocean View. 929-9910, hoveroad.com

Ka‘ū Food Pantry, last Tuesday, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church in Ocean View. Volunteers welcome. Dave Breskin, 319-8333

Ka‘ū Food Basket, last Thursday, 11 a.m. to noon, Pāhala Community Center. 928-3102

Volcano Friends Feeding Friends, last Thursday, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Cooper Center, Volcano Village. Free community dinner for all. Additional packaged goods to take home for those in need. Donations and volunteers encouraged. 967-7800, thecoopercenter.org

Kahuku Coffee, last Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Kahuku Unit Visitor Contact Station. Free. nps.gov/havo




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