All events are subject to change. To confirm dates and times use contact information provided.
Exercise and Meditation
Pickleball, Sunday/Tuesday/Thursday, 8-11a.m., Kahuku Park, Hawaiian Ocean View Estates. Jacquie Woodmansee, 929-7092
Pāhala Pool Schedule: Adult Lap Swim, Monday-Friday, 10a.m.-noon; Public Recreational Swim, Monday-Friday, 1-3p.m. Water Exercise/Aerobics, Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 9-10a.m. $20/month by 1st of month. Closed during national and state holidays. Currently closed on weekends due to staff shortage. 928-8177, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-aquatics
Volcano Insight, Sunday, 10-11:30a.m., Volcano Art Center. Insight, or mindfulness, meditation, from the Buddhist tradition. All are welcome. Donations accepted. mgrace.orr@gmail.com
Alcoholics Anonymous meetings: One Day at a Time Group, Sunday, 4-4:30p.m., Cooper Center, Volcano Village; Happy, Joyous and Free Group, Monday/Thursday, 7p.m., Saturday, 5p.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church in Ocean View; Friday Night BBQ Meeting, Friday, 5p.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, 7-10a.m., Discovery Harbour Community Hall. $5 donation. David, 785-6644
Yoga, Monday/Wednesday, 7:30-8:45a.m., Volcano Art Center. Beginning and Intermediate. Emily Catey Weiss, emilycatey@hotmail.com
Qigong, Monday, 8:30-9:30a.m., Nā‘ālehu Hongwangi, $5; Wednesday, 9:30-10:30a.m., Discovery Harbour, donation; Thursday, 9:30-11a.m., Mark Twain, $7. Beginners welcome. Shary, 929-7647
Yoga, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 9a.m., Kahuku Park, Hawaiian Ocean View Estates. Call to confirm. Trisha Meyer, 208-353-3594
Outdoor Play Equipment and Courts - Open Use, Monday-Wednesday, Friday, 1-4p.m., Kahuku Park, Hawaiian Ocean View Estates. Volleyball, basketball, dodge ball, jump rope, hula hoops, and frisbee. All ages. 929-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation/
Gentle Senior Yoga, Monday/Wednesday, 2:30-4p.m., Nā‘ālehu Hongwanji. Senior price $10 for 10 sessions. Stephanie Pepper, 937-7940
Billiards (15+), Monday through Thursday, through Oct. 30, 3-7:45p.m., Ka‘ū District Gym. Registration ongoing. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation/
Fitness Station (15+), Monday through Thursday, through Sept. 30, 3-7:45p.m., Ka‘ū District Gym. Registration ongoing. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation/
Hula, Monday, 3-5p.m., Thursday, 9-11a.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church, Ocean View. Classes by Kumu Hannah Uribes. Open to all. Barbara McDonough, 315-8675
Ping Pong/Fooseball (12+), Monday through Thursday, through Oct. 30, 3-7:45p.m., Ka‘ū District Gym. Registration ongoing. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation/
Youth Volleyball (10 years old and under and 11-12), Monday/Thursday (through Sept. 30), 3-6p.m., Nā‘ālehu Elementary School Gym. 939-2510, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation/
Pilates Fusion Fitness, Monday/Friday, 4-5 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, 5:30-6:30p.m., Volcano Art Center. Marcia Timboy, 967-8222
Open Gym - Adults, Monday through Thursday, through Oct. 30, 6-7:45p.m., Ka‘ū District Gym. Registration ongoing. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation/
Zumba Fitness, Monday/Thursday, 5:30p.m. and Saturday, 9a.m., New Hope Christian Fellowship, Volcano. Certified instructor Linda Fanene, 990-3835
Soto No Michi Aikido, Monday/Wednesday, 6-7p.m., Pāhala Hongwanji. Adults. Alan Moores, 928-0919 or artbyalan2011@gmail.com. aikidokau.com
Beginning and Intermediate Yoga, Tuesday/Thursday, 8:30-10a.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 10 classes. 756-3183
Yoga, Tuesday/Thursday, 8:30-9:30a.m., Discovery Harbour Community Hall. Open to the public, all ages, beginner and intermediate. Suzanne, 930-4678
Family Yoga Class, Tuesday, 9:30-10:30a.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
Youth Volleyball (13-14 years old), Tuesday/Wednesday (through Sept. 25), 3-6p.m., Nā‘ālehu Elementary School Gym. 939-2510, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation/
Sita Yoga, Tuesday, 4-5p.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
Muscle Toning Class, Tuesday, 5-6p.m., Ocean View Community Center. Instructor Erin Cole. Free. ovcahi.org, ovcahawaii@gmail.com, 939-7033
Belly Dance Classes, Tuesday, beginners, 5:30p.m.; intermediate, 6:30p.m. Farasha, 990-3835
IKL Pāhala Karate Class, Tuesday/Friday, intro class, 5-5:30p.m.; beginners, 5:30-6:30p.m.; advanced, 6:30-7:30p.m., Pāhala Community Center. Sensei Francisco Villa, 747-0640, 345-9426, villaf99@yahoo.com
Zumba, Tuesday, 6-7p.m., Pāhala Community Center. Erin Cole teaches adults. 928-3102
Yoga in the Park, Wednesday, 8:30-10a.m., Wai‘ōhinu Park. All levels by Yoga Therapist, Pilates instructor. Supported by donation. LaurieBoyle@AlohaTherapies.com
Senior Yoga Satsang, Wednesday, 9:30-11a.m., Cooper Center, Volcano Village. Calabash donations. Debra Serrao, 333-0313
Meditation, Wednesday, 4-5p.m., Nā‘ālehu Hongwanji. Velvet Replogle, 936-8989
Soto No Michi Aikido - Keiki, Wednesday, 5-5:45p.m., Pāhala Hongwanji. Ages 8 to 12. Alan Moores, 928-0919 or artbyalan2011@gmail.com. aikidokau.com
Hālau Hula O Leionalani - Hula Classes, Wednesday, 5:30-6:30p.m., keiki; 6:30-7:30p.m., adult beginners; 7:30-8:30p.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, 5:30-7p.m., Volcano Art Center. Mix of low-key asana (poses) alternating with seated pranayama (breath exercises) and ending with 20-30 minutes of meditation. See volcanoartcenter.org for suggested props.
Hatha Yoga, Thursday, 5-6p.m., Ocean View Community Center. Instructor Erin Cole. Free. ovcahi.org, 939-7033
Yoga with Heather Lewis, Thursday, 5:30-7p.m., Volcano Art Center. Vinyasa/Hatha flow class with mindful meditation. Beginners to intermediate. $10. volcanoartcenter.org
PiYo Live Classes, Thursday, 6-7p.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, 520-389-0620
Daily and Weekly Events and Activities
Volcano Farmers Market, Sunday, 6-10a.m., Cooper Center, Volcano Village. Hot food, flowers and native plants, local produce, breads, jams, beef, coffee, swap meet, and more. EBT welcome. 967-7800
Ranger Guided Hikes, Sunday, 9:30a.m., Kahuku Unit Visitor Contact Station. Topics and destinations vary. Free. nps.gov/havo
Seamless Summer Program: Free Meals, Monday through Friday (except July 4), breakfast, 7:30-8a.m., lunch, 11-11:30a.m, cafeteria, Ka‘ū High & Pāhala Elementary School and Nā‘ālehu Elementary School. Open to all people under age 18.
9-Week Confident Parenting Classes, Monday, 8-10a.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-noon, Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033
Lending Library and Children's Library, Monday-Friday, 8:30-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 8:30a.m. and provides lunches 11a.m.-12:30p.m. for seniors. Donations requested.
Punalu‘u Bake Shop Music Lineup, Richard Zazzi Mon, 9a.m.-1p.m.; Gary Cole, aka Foggy Wed/Sat, 11a.m.-1p.m.; Uncle Sonny Wed/Sat, 1-5p.m.; Tui Masaniai Fri, 10a.m.-2p.m.
Ni‘aulani Nature Walks, Monday, 9:30a.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 or volcanoartcenter.org
Pāhala Senior Center, Monday-Friday, 10:30a.m., lunch for residents 60 and older. Julie, 928-3101
Nā‘ālehu Senior Nutrition Center – Hawai‘i County Nutrition Program, Monday-Fri, 10:45a.m., lunch for residents 60 and older, greater Nā‘ālehu area. 939-2505
Hawaiian Values Printmaking Class, Monday (no holidays), 11a.m.-1p.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
Board Games and Coloring, Monday-Wednesday, Friday, 1-4p.m., Kahuku Park, Hawaiian Ocean View Estates. All ages. 929-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation/
Pāhala Boys and Girls Club, Monday - Friday, 2-6p.m., Pāhala Community Center. Dolly Kailiawa, 756-5285
Monday Movie Night, Monday, 7p.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
Kanikapila Jam Sessions w/Wes Awana & Friends, Tuesday, 5:30-7p.m., Volcano Art Center. Open to all musicians. Bring own instrument. Donations accepted. volcanoartcenter.org
Taiko Drumming, Monday, 5-7p.m., Wednesday, 4-6p.m., Pāhala Hongwanji. Informal group instructed by Paul Sakamoto of Puna Taiko. For more, call Wayne Kawachi, 937-4773.
Stained Glass Open Studio, Monday, 6-9p.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
Monday Movie Night, 7-9:30p.m., Volcano Art Center. $5 donation suggested. Popcorn and snacks available for purchase. Bring cushion. See volcanoartcenter.org for movie title. 967-8222
Ka‘ū Driver License Office, Tuesday/Wednesday by appointment. 854-7214
A Walk into the Past w/Dr. Thomas A. Jaggar, Tuesday, 10a.m., noon, and 2p.m., Kīlauea Visitor Center, Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. One hour. Free; park entrance fees apply. 985-6101, nps.gov/havo
Family Movie Matinee, Tuesday, 3p.m., Nā‘ālehu Public Library. Free movies and popcorn. 939-2442
Family History/Geneology Workshops, Tuesday, 4-6p.m., Nā‘ālehu Mormon Church. Theresa Ducret presents free, online workshops. Appointments at 238-6221.
Basic Computer and Internet Classes, Tuesday, 5:30 and 6p.m., Pāhala Public and School Library.928-2015
Alanon Meeting, Tuesday, 6:30-8p.m., Discovery Harbour Community Hall. Open to the public. Meetings are ongoing, self help group supporting persons affected by alcoholism. 929-9576, discoveryharbour.net
Nā‘ālehu Market, Wednesday/Saturday, 6:30a.m.-2p.m., Ace Hardware. Produce and locally made products.
Ka‘ū Farmers Market, Wednesday, 8a.m.-noon, Shaka's Restaurant in Nā‘ālehu.
Community Bookstore, Wednesday, 10a.m.-3p.m. at Kauaha‘ao Church, Wai‘ōhinu. 938-0411
Aloha Wednesday Art Class - Creative Arts at Ni‘aulani, 11a.m.-1p.m., Volcano Art Center. Focuses on a range of visual art techniques. Supply fees vary. volcanoartcenter.org, 967-8222
LEGO Club, Wednesday, drop-in 2-4p.m., Nā‘ālehu Library. Recommended for ages 4 and up. 939-2442
All About Buddhism in the Jodo Shinshu Tradition, Wednesday, 5p.m., Nā‘ālehu Hongwanji Buddhist Temple. Book study/talk story. Materials and light refreshments provided. Temple president Robert Kobzi, 966-9981
Restoring Hope Group, Wednesday, 5-7p.m., PARENTS Inc. Office, Nā‘ālehu. For families with keiki ages ages 3-17. Free, dinner included. Registration required. For more info, 333-3460
Game Night, Wednesday, 6:30-9p.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, 8-11:30a.m., Ocean View Community Center. Veterans interested call Kona Community Outpatient Clinic at 331-4526. ovcahi.org
Paneurhythmy, Thursday, 9a.m., Kahuku Park. Free walking circle dance. Improves health, balance, and spiritual development. Lisa Shock, 990-7729
Stewardship of Kīpukapuaulu, Thursday, 9:30a.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
Crafts, Thursday, 3p.m., Nā‘ālehu Public Library. All ages. 939-2442
Hui Ohana Skill Building Class, Thursday, 10a.m.-noon, Ocean View Community Center. Free, open to everyone. Drop in, registration not required. 333-3460
Ka Lae Quilters, Thursday, 10a.m.-4p.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, 3:30-4:30p.m., Pāhala Public and School Library. Recommended for ages 3 and up. 928-2015
Desperately Seeking Serenity, Al-Anon Family Groups Mtg., Thursday, 5p.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church, Ocean View. Sandy, 557-9847
Thursday Evening Pottery Drop-In, Thursday, 6-9p.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
Walk for Fitness (18+), Friday (through Sept. 24), 9-10a.m., Kahuku Park, Hawaiian Ocean View Estates. Open registration. Wear athletic shoes. 939-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation/
Aloha Friday Cultural Demonstrations, Friday, 11a.m.-1p.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, 2-4:30p.m., Pāhala Public and School Library. Free movies and popcorn. 928-2015
Ka‘ū ‘Ohana Band Rehearsals, Friday, 4p.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, 5:30p.m. in Nā‘ālehu. 929-9717
Kahuku Orientation Talk, Friday/Saturday, 10a.m. and 1p.m., Kahuku Unit Visitor Contact Station. Free. nps.gov/havo
Live Music, Friday/Saturday, 4-7p.m., Lava Rock Café, Volcano Village. Happy Hour 4-6p.m.
Ocean View Farmers Market, Saturday, 7-noon, Pōhue Plaza.
Swap Meet at Cooper Center, 2nd and 4th Saturday, 8a.m.-noon, Volcano Village. Handmade crafts, jewelry, clothing, crystals, Thai food truck, shave ice, bookstore, thrift shop, playground, and more. 967-7800
Free Public Shower, Saturday, 9a.m.-2p.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
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