Ka`u Calendar News Briefs Sunday, March 20, 2016

A magnitude-4.5 earthquake sent a sharp shake to Ka`u this morning. See more below. Map from USGS

CULTURAL EDUCATION AND PRESERVATION of the hula heiau in the mountains between Pahala and Na`alehu brought community members and the Edith Kanaka`ole Foundation together yesterday at Pahala Community Center. Foundation representatives Kala and Huihui Kanahele-Mossman said they welcome all ideas, family histories and community participation in not only the future of the physical `Imakakoloa Heiau recently rediscovered on property belonging to Edmund C. Olson Trust. They talked about the heiau becoming a focal point for community and cultural outreach, perhaps with programs in the schools.

      Olson Trust has welcomed the Kanaka`ole Foundation to help steward `Imakakoloa Heiau. At yesterday’s meeting, Keoni Fox, who advocates for historic site and cultural preservation in Ka`u, asked about the timeline for involving the community. He also talked about numerous other cultural sites that would benefit from conservation easements.

Ka`u residents discuss `Imakakoloa Heiau with Edith Kanaka`ole
Foundation representatives. Photo by Julia Neal

      Huihui Kanahele-Mossman explained that kupuna at the Kanaka`ole Foundation visited the hula heiau on Kaua`i, and they decided to come to `Imakakoloa to see it with their own eyes and validate its significance. The planning began last August with consultation with these kupuna, including Nalani Kanaka`ole, Pua Kanaka`ole Kanahele and Kekuhi Kanaka`ole, all experts in hula and Hawaiian culture.

      On the ground has been the removal of cat’s claw and other invasive plants. The heiau location and condition is being mapped and documented ahead of any restoration and plans for ongoing stewardship. The foundation is looking at the old chants, in which lie explanations of the significance of the heiau and its relationship to the chief `Imakakoloa, who shares its name.
      Nohea Ka`awa asked whether the Kanaka`ole Foundation would be willing to teach and share with the Ka`u community the protocol for going to the heiau. Representatives of the foundation agreed.
      Yesterday’s gathering drew suggestions, including the Kanaka`ole Foundation offering language and cultural classes in Ka`u and drawing on local experts. It was mentioned that unlike other areas with Hawaiian populations, Ka`u is without an immersion school where the Hawaiian language is spoken. Local kupuna noted that cultural knowledge is diminishing as kupuna pass on.
      Charmaine Keanu said the community would welcome more keiki learning their culture, language and the history of their home area.
      Darlyne Vierra, of Ka`u Multicultural Society, said she wanted to make sure Ka`u people are involved.
      The foundation asked for the community to answer four questions: What would you like to learn from a study on the heiau? What can the study do for the Ka`u community? How can you contribute to the study? Who would know old stories of this area?
      Anna Cariaga, of Pahala, whose father grew dryland taro in Wood Valley, urged an agreement that would put the heiau area in conservation forever. She called for any arrangement to be in “black and white” so any future owners of the property could not take it away. “We are not going to let nobody come and take that mountain,” proclaimed Cariaga. She asked for more than an “access agreement.” Representatives of the Kanaka`ole Foundation said they are just in the beginning stages of planning and working with Olson Trust and the community. Also mentioned in the talk of preserving historic sites was Makanau, the flat-topped lookout mountain with its own heiau.
      Community members pointed to Ka`u having land and cultural sites like no other place in the Hawaiian Islands. `Imakakoloa Heiau is one of them.
      For more information, email huihui@edithkanakaolefoundation.org or kala@edithkanakaolefoundation.org.
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Terence Moniz Photo from
Moniz' LinkedIn page

“DOG RESCUED FROM LAVA TUBE” is the headline circulating through media following the late night search and the howling of a spaniel named Kula who fell into a 20-foot-deep shaft connected to a lava tube in Volcano. The three year old Brittany spaniel belongs to Terence Moniz, who was long a popular agriculture teacher in Ka`u, selling fresh produce alongside the road with his students. 

      According to a story in this morning’s Hawai`i Tribune-Herald, Kula went missing Tuesday evening, and Moniz gave up searching until dawn. At 1 a.m., Kula was able to call out. Moniz heard her from his house and found the deep hole where Kula was crying in the night. At daybreak, he called in help from the Humane Society in Kea`au. They borrowed a rappel rope from the National Park Service, fashioned a harness, and Marie Kuahiwinui Eggers scaled down the wall of the lava tube and rescued the dog. Both Kuahiwinui Eggers and Starr Yamada are employees of the Kea`au shelter.
      See hawaiitribune-herald.com.
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A large red dot locates this morning's earthquake.
Map from USGS

A MAGNITUDE-4.5 EARTHQUAKE at 6:44 a.m. sent a sharp shake to Ka`u, with its epicenter close to Waikoloa and Waiki`i ranch on the other side of Mauna Kea. It was located 3.4 miles west of Waiki`i, 8.7 miles south-southeast of Waikoloa and 12.3 miles south-southwest of Waimea. See the shake map at http://earthquake.usgs.gov/earth-quakes/eventpage/hv61207881-#impact_shakemap:us_hv6120788.
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IT’S OPEN ENROLLMENT TIME to receive fresh-grown Ka`u food from from Earth Matters Farm on South Point Road. The Community Supported Agriculture program offers a $20 per week program for feeding a family of two to four persons. What comes with the weekly harvest depends on the season but includes such foods as carrots, kale, salad greens, green onions, a root crop like beets, and green beans or eggplant and herbs. Double orders, half orders and a stop when families are away are also available plans. Earth Matters is also working with other growers and plans to add in fruit.

Earth Matters Farm offers a Community Supported Agriculture
program in Ka`u. Photo from Earth Matters Farm

      Joining in Community Supported Agriculture “gives families and individuals a direct connection to the farm, and you will eat the freshest, most nutritional greens and vegetables available year-round. By joining us, you will be supporting organic farming practices that are healthful to people and the environment,” said a statement from Earth Matters.
      Earth Matters is one of the sponsors of the kick-off event for the Ka`u Coffee Festival on Friday, May 13 at Pahala Plantation House. It also offers on-site farming workshops. To learn more and to sign up for the CSA program, call Gail or Greg Smith at 443-8281.
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HAWAI`I FARMERS UNION UNITED asked Ka`u residents to testify on bills being heard at the state Legislature this week.

HFUU Vice President Simon Russell

      “We ask you oppose HB 2501 HD2 and support farmers, fishermen and the `aina,” HFUU Vice President Simon Russell said. “This new law will have long-term effects on our watersheds statewide, and Hawai`i needs more time to make decisions about its implications. This measure creates a holdover permit process for over a year (unspecified amount of time actually) for water to be removed from the public trust without an environmental assessment. HFUU does not support this concept, and neither does the spirit of the state Constitution with regards to the ‘Public Trust’ doctrine or our Hawai`i state motto, `Ua Mau ke Ea o ka `Aina i ka Pono.’”

      Several Ka`u farmers and ranchers have testified in favor of the bill, which they see as extending time on their revokable water use permits until long-term lease applications are approved.
      The Senate Water, Land & Agriculture Committee considers the bill tomorrow afternoon. To be included, testimony is due today by 2:55 p.m.
      SB 2659 would allow cultivation of industrial hemp and distribution of its seed throughout the state. It is scheduled for a hearing by the House Judiciary Committee Tuesday, and testimony is due tomorrow at 2 p.m. “Please let House Judiciary Chairman Rhoads know you support hemp production statewide for research purposes,” Russell said.

      Residents can provide testimony at capitol.hawaii.gov.
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After Dark in the Park features recovery efforts for endangered
native Hawaiian birds. Image from NPS

RECOVERY EFFORTS FOR ENDANGERED Native Birds is the topic Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Kilauea Visitor Center Auditorium in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. The park is home to numerous endangered plants and animals. Wildlife Biologist Kathleen Misajon highlights two critically endangered bird species, the iconic nene (Hawaiian goose) and the mysterious `ua`u (Hawaiian petrel). Attendees learn about the park’s current and future monitoring programs and how these species are faring in the park and throughout Hawai`i.

      $2 donations support After Dark in the Park programs.

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Ka`u Calendar News Briefs Saturday, March 19, 2016

Ka`u High students participated in a forest restoration project this past Tuesday. See more below. Photos from Chayanee Brooks.

HAWAI`I HAS THE LOWEST gun death rate in the nation, Attorney General Doug Chin stated in an update on Hawai`i’s firearms background check reporting. The update occurred in conjunction with yesterday’s release by the Federal Bureau of Investigation of recent statistics on the National Instant Criminal Background Check System, or NICS.

      Chin said, “We support federal efforts to make Hawai`i even safer and are working collaboratively with legislators on bills that would further protect our residents from gun violence.”

Attorney General Doug Chin

      The release of statistics includes descriptions of the reported categories in an attempt to explain low reporting by most states. Firearms background checks include a query into the NICS Index as well as the National Crime Information Center and criminal history information to determine if prospective applicants are disqualified from owning firearms.

      Hawai`i’s criminal history information system, maintained by the Hawai`i Criminal Justice Data Center, reports all arrests and dispositions to the FBI. HCJDC is consistently one of the Top 10 in the nation for its completeness of data, ranking in the 90th percentile of all 50 states.
      Additionally, Hawai`i’s mental health data reporting to NICS includes all cases resulting in an acquittal by reason of insanity and involuntary civil commitments. Qualifying temporary restraining orders and protection orders are also reported to NCIC.
      “My office continues to work with county, state and federal law enforcement to keep guns out of the hands of criminals,” Chin said. “This includes our efforts to work with the county police in reporting crimes of domestic violence for purposes of firearms background checks.”

      For more information, contact Joshua A. Wisch, Special Assistant to the Attorney General, at 808-586-1284 or Joshua.A.Wisch@hawaii.gov.
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U.S. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard

U.S. REP. TULSI GABBARD HAILED the Senate’s killing of a bill that would have overridden state laws that require labeling of genetically modified food products.

      “The Senate’s vote against the DARK Act this week is a victory for American consumers and a significant roadblock to big food corporations who are opposed to transparency for the American people,” Gabbard said. “But make no mistake – this fight is not yet over. Until labeling of our food is mandatory, as it is in 64 other countries around the world, these companies and special interest groups will continue to try and strip away years of progress in food labeling laws made by states across the country in order to keep the American people in the dark.

      “I call upon my colleagues to pass the Genetically Engineered Food Right-to-Know Act, and its companion bill in the Senate (S.511), to give American consumers and families the right to make transparent, informed decisions about their health and safety.”

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The students planted 200 mamane, koa and a`ali`i seedlings.

THIS PAST TUESDAY, MARCH 15, Ka`u High School students from Chayanee Brooks’ environmental science and AVID class went to Keauhou Bird Conservation Center in Volcano to do service on planting trees in order to make habitats for birds.

      Students witnessed `apapane showcasing their songs and learned that everything in the ecosystem depends on each other. They planted a total of 200 plants consisting of mamane, koa and a`ali`i. 

      “They also learned to appreciate and contribute service to the land they live on,” Brooks said.

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TODAY IS THE EIGHTH ANNIVERSARY of Kilauea Volcano’s summit eruption. Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists discuss it in a recent issue of Volcano Watch.
      “The ongoing eruption at Kilauea Volcano's summit began on March 19, 2008. Since that time, Island of Hawai`i residents have had to cope with the challenges of increased vog and its effects,” the article states.
      “On the other hand, the glowing lava lake within the summit vent provides a beautiful sight, drawing hundreds of visitors to Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park nightly. When the lava lake briefly rose and spilled onto the floor of Halema`uma`u Crater in April and May 2015, it showed itself as a vivid reminder of Kilauea’s dynamic nature.
      “While noting its eighth anniversary this month, it’s also worth reflecting on what Kilauea’s summit eruption has taught us. One remarkable aspect of the eruption is the lava lake. There are only a few lava lakes on Earth, and the Halema`uma`u lava lake is the second largest – only slightly smaller than that in Nyiragongo Volcano in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
      “Kilauea’s lava lake is a rare opportunity to study the volcano’s dynamic magmatic system. So, what have we learned?

      “Lava lakes are often called ‘windows’ into a volcano’s deep magmatic system, because they literally are part of a direct pipeline from the deep magma chamber to the surface. What happens in the deep magmatic system – like changes in magma supply rate or internal pressure – should be reflected in the lava lake at the surface. USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists and their collaborators have closely studied Kilauea’s summit lava lake, and now have several years of detailed observations to test this idea.

Kilauea's summit eruption began eight years ago today.
Photo from USGS/HVO

      “Does the summit lava lake actually provide insights into the unseen magmatic system below? Research is still in progress, but results thus far indicate that the answer is ‘yes and no.’ 

      “If you follow HVO’s daily eruption updates or view Kilauea’s summit webcams, you can see that the summit lava lake level changes frequently. And if you follow closely, you probably have noticed that when summit tiltmeters show deflationary tilt, the lava lake drops, while inflationary tilt corresponds to a rising lava lake. Tiltmeters essentially measure pressure within the summit magma chamber, and so, inflationary tilt means higher pressure, and deflationary tilt indicates lower pressure.
      “The close relationship between the summit lava lake level and ground tilt is remarkable because it demonstrates that the lake behaves like a pressure gauge of the deeper magma chamber – akin to a giant liquid barometer. This is an important example of how the lava lake is, indeed, a window into the state of the deep magma chamber.
      “Now, let’s look at an example of when this ‘window’ idea appears to break down.
      “The lava lake surface constantly flows from one side of the lake, where magma rises from depth, to the opposite side of the lake, where it sinks. At first glance, this seems to directly show the process of magma circulating between the deep magma chamber and the lake surface, like an enormous lava lamp. While this may be true most of the time, observations show that the lava lake’s surface flow is often interrupted by spattering and rockfalls, which completely change the speed and direction of the lake surface circulation.
      “Data show that spattering and rockfalls do not seem to have a deep trigger. Instead, they reflect shallow processes near the lava lake’s surface. These sporadic changes in the lake’s circulation are examples of how the lava lake reflects near-surface processes and do not always indicate processes in the deep magma system.
      “Beyond these insights, a remaining question is how long the summit eruption will last. Unfortunately, there is no definitive data we can gather to answer this question.
      “The best we can do is look at Kilauea’s recent history. A lava lake was frequently present at Kilauea’s summit for over a hundred years – from the early 1800s into the early 1900s. This persistence suggests that Kilauea’s summit lava lakes have the potential to last for decades.
      “With the East Rift Zone’s Pu`u `O`o eruption reaching its 33rd anniversary in January 2016, Kilauea is remarkable among the world’s volcanoes for having two long-term, concurrent eruptions. While having such an active volcano in our backyard presents both benefits and challenges, Kilauea will likely remain one of Earth’s most outstanding teachers of volcano science for years to come.”
      See hvo.wr.usgs.gov/volcanowatch.
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HAWAIIAN CIVIC CLUB OF KA`U invites residents to enjoy the Prince Kuhio Day celebration in Na`alehu Park a week from today, on Saturday, March 26 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

      “We are very proud to sponsor the first Prince Kuhio celebration in Ka`u in over 40 years,” President Blossom DeSilva said. “This holiday is significant because Prince Kuhio founded the first Hawaiian Civic Club in 1918.”

      Hawaiian Civic Club of Ka`u was organized in 1969 and chartered by the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs in 1970. As a territorial delegate to the U. S. Congress, Kuhio was also instrumental in getting Congress to pass the 1920 Hawaiian Homes Commission Act.
      Opening pule is at 8:45 a.m., followed by announcements and greetings, arrival of the Royal Court and entertainment. There will be food, arts and crafts, exhibits, photos, cultural demonstrations, Hawaiian games and much more.
      For more information, contact Darlyne at 640-8407 or dvierra22@gmail.com or Liz at 339-0289 or konawaileo@yahoo.com.

PEOPLE & LANDS OF KAHUKU focuses on the area’s human history tomorrow from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The guided, 2.5-mile, moderately difficult hike over rugged terrain begins at the parking area of Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park’s Kahuku Unit.

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Ka`u Calendar News Briefs Friday, March 18, 2016

Hawai`i House of Representives' budget included funding for walkway safety lighting at Ka`u High & Pahala Elementary School and more projects at other schools. Photo by Julia Neal

PROJECTS IN KA`U ARE INCLUDED in the state House of Representative’s proposed budget that was recently passed. The projects are included in more than $389.3 million in capital improvement project funding for various projects across the island.

      The budget allocates $290,000 for repairs and maintenance at Na`alehu Elementary School, $285,000 for a certified commercial kitchen for Friends of Volcano School of Arts & Sciences and $150,000 for walkway safety lighting at Ka`u High & Pahala Elementary School.
      Ka`u bridges would undergo rehabilitation or replacement with $8 million for Ninole Bridge and $101,000 for Hilea Stream Bridge.
      Across the island, the proposed budget includes funding for various airport and highway improvements, Hawai`i Community Correctional Center, facilities for Hawai`i Army National Guard, monies for other schools and Hawai`i Community College, and regional community centers.
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NO NEW CONFIRMED CASES of dengue fever have been reported since Thursday, March 10, according to Hawai`i County Civil Defense. The total number of confirmed cases reported since onset of the outbreak remains at 261. These cases include 236 residents and 25 visitors. Hawai`i Department of Health has said the outbreak would not be considered over until no new cases have been confirmed for one month.

      “Although the number and frequency of new cases appears to be on the decline, the outbreak is not expected to be considered over anytime in the near future, and we are asking for everyone’s help to continue to fight the bite,” Civil Defense Chief Darryl Oliveira said.
      Civil Defense suggests that residents and visitors wear clothing that minimizes exposed skin, use mosquito repellent on skin that cannot be covered and avoid areas of high mosquito concentration during the early morning and late afternoon periods when mosquito activity is greatest. Help to reduce potential mosquito breeding areas around homes and businesses by removing standing water.
      Surveying and spraying is being conducted at the residences of all suspect and confirmed cases, in addition to proactive spraying at nearby public facilities.

      More information on dengue fever and mosquito control is available at health.hawaii.gov.
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DEPARTMENT OF LAND & NATURAL RESOURCES’ Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement has received grant funding to pilot an innovative Resources Enforcement Educating Fishers project starting this spring. Funding is provided by the Harold K.L. Castle Foundation.

      Across the islands, the most common coastal interaction for DOCARE is with fishermen. Often this interaction is a punitive measure like a citation.
      The goal of the REEF project is to provide opportunities for officers and fishers to engage in activities together, such as site visits to walk shorelines and clarify state rules and regulations.
      Studies have shown that when an officer takes the time to participate in something that is important to a certain segment of the community, this shows that they really care about people, not just about writing citations.
      “Many fishers have asked for trainings to understand the ‘western science’ behind rules and regulation,” said Luna Kekoa, Makai Watch coordinator for DOCARE, “but fishers feel a lot of current training lacks cultural sensitivity.”
      To address this concern, a component of the REEF project will include a newly developed `Ike Kai curriculum that incorporates relevant cultural knowledge and sensitivities, while covering rules and regulations from the Division of Aquatic Resources and the Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation.
      “Education is a critical component to help people understand why it is important to comply with the rules and regulations our officers enforce,” DOCARE Chief Tommy Friel said. “Building this relationship is the means by which education is best achieved.”

      For more information on the `Ike Kai curriculum, see dlnr.hawaii.gov/makaiwatch.
       APRIL WILL BE VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION Month. Ka`u Hospital will show its gratitude to volunteers who have donated so much of their time and labor over the past year. “From Alvin Kailiawa, who for at least the past dozen years has been coming every Monday to keep the grounds looking nice; to Margaret Drake, a retired occupational therapist, who continues to work with our long-term care residents; to Audrey Meyer, who applies her considerable administrative skills to help our clinic; to Jessica Garret, who works with our residents; to Jenny Mauricio, a student who has been a wonderful help in our clinic; to all the members of our Foundation and `O Ka`u Kakou, who have raised funds for us; we send a heartfelt mahalo,” Adminstrator Merilyn Harris said. 

      The hospital hopes to expand its volunteer program in the coming year. There are opportunities to work in most areas of the hospital from working with patients to office support. By law, hospital volunteers must undergo a criminal background check and TB clearance, both of which are going to be provided in Ka`u. Depending on the nature of the work, some additional immunizations may be required.
      For more information, call Ka`u Hospital Imaging Department at 932 4392.

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Miss Ka`u Coffee Maria Miranda guides 2016 contestants
through the paces. Photo by Trinidad Marques

MISS KA`U COFFEE MARIA MIRANDA is working with Miss Peaberry, Junior Miss and Miss Ka`u Coffee candidates at Pahala Community Center as they begin practicing for the May 14 pageant at Ka`u Coffee Mill. Deadline for young ladies of all ages to sign up to compete in the three categories is March 31. 

      Contact Trinidad Marques at aliihhhcoffee@yahoo.com or 936-0015 to enter. Donate to the pageant scholarship fund with Julia Neal at 928-6471 or mahalo@aloha.net.

KA`U HIGH SCHOOL seniors can apply for scholarships from Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawai`i Foundation. Applicants must be Hawai`i residents, high school seniors graduating in 2016 with a cumulative high school grade-point averages of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale and accepted to a four-year college or university. Students must complete the application and provide all required documents by April 4.

      For more information, call Lynne Gutierrez at 808-728-1700 or Sam Acosta at 808-306-1428.

SPLASH BASH IS TOMORROW from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Na`alehu Park. The drug- and alcohol-free event sponsored by Big Island Substance Abuse Council features music, a photo booth, water slides and games. Cotton candy, shave ice, hot dogs and water will be available for $1.
      Bus transportation is available during the event. The first pick-up is at 9:30 a.m. from Pahala Community Center and the Park-&-Ride gravel lot across from Ocean View Shopping Center. The last drop-off to both locations leaves Na`alehu at 2:15 p.m.
      Call 969-9994 for more information.

Kumu Hula Pele Kaio Photo from VAC

KUMU HULA PELE KAIO and students of Unulau and Papa Hu`elepo perform hula kahiko at Volcano Art Center Gallery hula platform in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park tomorrow at 10:30 a.m.

      Kumu hula Ab Valencia and members of Halau Hula Kalehuaki`eki`eika`iu present Na Mea Hula at 11 a.m. on the gallery porch.
      Free; park entrance fees apply.

IRA ONO DEMONSTRATES Japanese paste paper collage tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Volcano Art Center Gallery in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park.
      Free; park entrance fees apply.

KILAUEA MILITARY CAMP’S Crater Rim Café in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park offers Mongolian BBQ tomorrow from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. $.85 per ounce includes protein, veggies, noodles and a beverage. Call 967-8356 for more information.
      KMC is open to authorized patrons and sponsored guests. Call 967-8371 for more information.

      Park entrance fees apply.

SPEND AN EVENING with Rebecca Folsom tomorrow from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Volcano Art Center in Volcano Village. The award-winning singer offers an intimate acoustic concert. Cost is $20 for VAC members and $25 non-members.
      Folsom teaches The Art of Vocal Freedom Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the center. Participants learn how to merge art, singing and writing prose. Fee is $50. 

      Call 967-8222 or see volcanoartcenter.org.

Ka`u residents may participate in restoration
of Imakakoloa Heiau. Image from Heiau of
the Island of Hawai`i, by John Stokes

`IMAKAKOLOA HEIAU RESTORATION is the topic of a meeting tomorrow at 12 p.m. at Pahala Community Center. Edith Kanaka`ole Foundation provides information and ways for residents to help. 

      For more information, email kalahoohie@gmail.com, or call 936-0213.

KAHUKU UNIT OF HAWAI`I Volcanoes National Park offers free programs this weekend.
      Participants learn about the vital role of `ohi`a lehua in native Hawaiian forests, its many forms and flower on an easy, one-mile walk tomorrow at 9:30 a.m.
      People & Lands of Kahuku on Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. is a guided, 2.5-mile, moderately difficult hike over rugged terrain, focusing on the area’s human history.

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