Pahala-Volcano, Hawaii

Weekly Events

7th Annual Invitational Wreath Exhibit by Island Artists, Throughout the month of December, 9 am - 5 pm, Volcano Art Center Gallery in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Free (Park entrance fees apply). Call (808) 967-7565 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

The Mark Twain Festival Dates to TBA. Last year it was held at the Na`alehu Theatre on Fri, Dec 9 & Sat, Dec 10, gates open at 7 p.m., program starts at 7:30 p.m., featuring Jerry Tracy and readings from Mark Twain who traveled throughout Ka`u during his illustrious literary career. The presentation is called Our Fellow Savages of the Sandwich Islands and includes ancient legends of the great goddess Pele. George Lanakilakeikiahiali`i Na`ope and Iwalani Kalima and her Hula Halau O Kou Lima Nani E will perform. Tickets are $10 and are available at Na`alehu Ace Hardware, Pahala Plantation Store and Kahuku Country Market, and at the door. 929-9244. www.naalehutheatre.org

VAC's 19th Annual Holiday Concert: A Volcano Winter Solstice, Date TBA. This is Volcano Art Center's yearly holiday gift of family entertainment to the community, featuring local talent, good cheer, and an audience sing-along. Kilauea Military Camp Theater in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Free (calabash donations welcome). Call (808) 967-8222 . or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Community/Self-Improvement/Recreation

Qigong (chee gong) for Health: Movement, breath and mental tranquility activate the bodies natural healing qualities. Beginners Class each Monday, 5-6:30pm, Advanced Class each Tuesday, 5-6:30pm. All classes held at Discovery Harbor Community Center. Cost by donation, instructor John W. Adams, 929-8015.

Ohana Conversational Spanish Class, action-based learning in family style for all ages and all levels. Mondays 3:30pm, Discovery Harbour Community Clubhouse. Sponsored by Ka`u School of the Arts.

Peanut Butter Ministry Lunches, Wednesdays, 11:30am-1pm, Na`alehu Community Center. Soup, stew or chili, w/ sandwich, dessert and drink. All are welcome. Donations appreciated, not required.

Na`alehu Senior Nutrition Center (Hawaii County Nutrition Program) Lunch served 10:45am, Tues, Wed, and Thurs. Ages 60+ in the greater Naalehu area. 939-2505 for info on meals and activities.

Kick Ice sign waving, 1st Friday of every month, 3:30-5pm, across from Na`alehu Post Office. Volunteers seek to reduce drug use.

Gonzo Band, Wed, 7pm, Live Music practice open to the public. Na`alehu Theater. 929-9133.

Na`alehu Main Street, open Mon-Sun, 1-6pm. High Speed internet access & computer classes. 929-8322.

Ka`u Farmers Market, Sat, 8am-12pm, front of Na`alehu ACE. Vegetables, Ka`u Coffee, baked goods, plants and more, 929-7236.

Volcano Farmers Market, Sun, 7am-10am, Cooper Center in Volcano Village. Swapmeet and more.