Hawaii Eco Living

Adult Workshop: It’s Easy Being Clean...
2015-04-11 13:00 - 15:00 (Pacific/Honolulu) | The Green House Hawaii, 224 Pakohana St, Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
The Magic of Natural Cleaning!
Immerse yourself in the wonderful world of natural cleaning. We will create a batch of handmade soap and re-imagine the cleaning recipes our grandmothers used to make using pure essential oils. You will experience cleaning as a truly sensual experience. Take home handmade soap and a comprehensive handout of natural cleaning recipes.
The Green House
Saturday, April 11th 1 – 3pm
Fee: $25
Advanced Registration Required
To see calendar & register online
http://www.thegreenhousehawaii.com/calendar.html
Or call (808) 524-8427

Kuana Torres Kahele @ Walmart Hilo
2015-04-11 12:00 - 14:00 | Walmart Hilo, 325 E Makaala St, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Super Special Instore performance by the amazing Kuana Torres Kahele!!! Don't miss it!

'Ohana Day at Kapahu Living Farm
2015-04-11 10:00 - 13:00 | Kapahu Living Farm – Kipahulu
Traditional Wetland Kalo Cultivation
Hosted by The Kipahulu ‘Ohana
Come prepared to get muddy! Bring a dry set of clothes, water and snacks.
Lunch will be provided, potluck contributions welcome.
Enjoy and take home some nice taro, ulu, bananas, sugar cane and whatever else is ready to harvest at the time.
All ages welcome.
Kapahu Living Farm, Kipahulu… Mauka dirt road just on Hana side of Oheʻo Stream in Haleakala National Park.
If you need better directions or more information, call Scott at 248-8673 or Leimamo at 248-8558, message us here on Facebook, or email ohana@kipahulu.org.
(Our ‘Ohana Day is usually held on the 3rd Saturday of each month, unless otherwise noted.)

Feel the Burn
2015-04-11 10:00 - 12:30 | Mokuola (Coconut Island), Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Join us in East Hawai`i for
Part 2 of 4 of the 2015 YES Hawai`i
Health & Wellness Series!
Take your workout to the streets
and get your sweat on with
Hawaii Urban Training (HUT) & YES Hawai`i!

Keiki Explorer Club: Transform Plants into Paper!
2015-04-11 10:00 - 12:00 | The Green House Hawaii, 224 Pakohana St, Honolulu, HI, 96813, United States
In this workshop we will harvest a variety of plants and explore the differences in the fiber they produce. Keiki love the process of turning fiber into paper: harvesting, beating, cooking, blending and sheet formation, all aspects—from “seed to sheet.” Handmade paper makes a great gift too!
The Green House
Saturday, April 11th 10 – noon
Fee $20 for a keiki parent team ($10 per person)(keiki 5 years and up)
Advanced Registration Required
To see calendar & register online
http://www.thegreenhousehawaii.com/calendar.html
Or call (808) 524-8427

Author Talk: One Man's Dream; One Woman's Reality
2015-04-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Hilo Public Library, 300 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI, 96720-2447, United States
Join us at the Hilo Public Library for a talk with local authors Steve Hendricks and Sharon Reed-Hendricks.
The authors will share highlights from their book “One Man's Dream, One Woman's Reality”, a true story of how they lived their dream on a budget.
Told from both points of view, their story includes: their difficulties sailing in the open ocean, pirate encounters, and storms, as well as beautiful islands and people from many countries.
Program is open to all ages. Program schedule is subject to change. For more information, please call the Hilo Public Library: 933-8890

Keiki & 'Ohana Chess Club
2015-04-11 09:00 - 13:00 | Hilo Public Library, 300 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI, 96720-2447, United States
The Hilo Public Library welcomes chess players of all ages and skill levels to our weekly club gatherings every Saturday. Players can challenge one another in friendly weekly competitions and learn various strategies from ranked BICC chess players. Players may use chess boards purchased with Friends of Hilo Public Library funds during this designated time.
Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library (933-8888) as soon as possible to request a sign language interpreter or if other special accommodations are needed.

Aloha 'Āina Recycling Drive
2015-04-11 09:00 - 12:00 | Moanalua Elementary School, 1337 Mahiole St, Honolulu, HI, 96819, United States
The Aloha ‘Āina Recycling Drive, in partnership with Schnitzer Steel, will be at Moanalua Elementary School from 9:00am – 12:00pm on Saturday, April 11th.
We will be collecting scrap metal, computers, printer cartridges, laptops, game systems, batteries, TVs, reusable clothing, household items, used cooking oil, confidential documents, paper, corrugated cardboard and HI-5 containers.
Proceeds will benefit Moanalua Elementary School!
For more information contact 3rs@kokuahawaiifoundation.org

Kailua Coffee Talk: Taking Care of Your Soil Organically
2015-04-11 09:00 | Down to Earth Kailua, 201 Hamakua Dr Kailua, HI 96734, Kailua, HI, 96734-3984, United States
https://www.downtoearth.org/events/6091
Free Admission, No Registration Required
Join us for this great FREE Talk as well as 10% off Espresso coupons for everyone (Only at Down to Earth Kailua).
Dr. Hector Valenzuela will be sharing lots of information on how to Take Care of your Soil Organically and will also answer any other gardening questions. He is a full Professor and Vegetable Crops Extension Specialist at the University of Hawaii. His area of research and outreach include crop production in small farms, organic farming and sustainable agriculture. As part of his research, Professor Valenzuela has also raised questions about the potential environmental and health risks from crop biotechnology and industrial methods of farming.
For information on Coffee Talk, call: (808) 947-3249.

Stabat Mater With The Hawaii Symphony Orchestra Featuring Oahu Choral Society
2015-04-10 19:30 | Blaisdell Center, 777 Ward Ave, Honolulu, HI, 96814, United States

Three Tenors – Ultimi in Concert
2015-04-10 19:00 | Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel: 62-100 Kauna’Oa Drive, Waimea, HI 96743
“Three Tenors — ULTIMI in Concert” Vocal and instrumental powerhouses performing opera/classical/crossover and Broadway in the beautiful setting of the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel.

Weekly Story Time
2015-04-10 10:00 - 11:00 | North Kohala Public Library, 54-3645 Akoni Pule Hwy, Kapaau, HI, 96755, United States
The North Kohala Library would like to invite you to join us for story time fun. We host story time every Friday for keiki 2-5 and their caregivers. Each story time includes stories, songs, and crafts.
Story time has many benefits, such as helping brain development by increasing knowledge, vocabulary, imagination, and concentration. Please call for more information.
Program schedule is subject to change. For more information or to arrange special accommodations, please call the library as soon as possible: 889-6655.

Itty-Bitty Ditties
2015-04-09 10:00 | Makawao Public Library, 1159 Makawao Ave, Makawao, HI, 96768-9464, United States
Mr D. will be doing a performance with the feel of a pop-up storybook and silly songs set to classical music.
For more info call: 573-8785

Train Day !
2015-04-09 06:00 | Lihue, Hawaii

Knights and Armors with Greywolf
2015-04-08 18:00 | Waipahu Public Library, 94275 Mokuola St, Waipahu, HI, 96797, United States
This educational program will focus on the age of chivalry in Europe, from the start to the modern ideals of knighthood. Greywolf is a Native American with over 10 years of experience in weapons smithery and is Hawaii’s only professional medieval armorer. In addition to being a student of medieval history, he is a martial arts instructor and founder of “The Golden Horde,” a local non-profit historical organization. This 45-minute program is recommended for ages 8 and older.

Merrie Monarch Festival 2015
2015-04-08 18:00 | Hilo,Hawaii, Honolulu, HI, United States
The “Super Bowl” of Hula Competitions is held in Hilo, Hawaii every spring! The best Hawaiian musicians and hula dancers all head to Hilo for the #1 Hawaiian Cultural event! Merrie Monarch Week runs April 5-12 with Hoʻike on April 8 and competition April 9-11, 2015

Oahu Agricultural Lands Initiative Community Meeting (Mililani)
2015-04-08 17:30 | Mililani Middle School – Cafeteria, Honolulu, HI, 96789, United States
Oahu Agricultural Lands Initiative Community Meeting
http://www.downtoearth.org/events/calendar/month/2015-04
The City and County of Honolulu Department of Planning and Permitting invites you to learn about the Important Agricultural Lands initiative and be a part of the conversation to map Oʻahuʼs inventory of future agricultural land.
ALL MEETINGS WILL BE FROM 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
APRIL 1, 2015 WEDNESDAY
Kapolei Hale Conference Rooms A-C 1000 Uluʻohiʻa Street
APRIL 8, 2015 WEDNESDAY
Mililani Middle School Cafeteria 95-1140 Lehiwa Drive
APRIL 15, 2015 WEDNESDAY
Windward Community College
Hale ʻĀkoakoa, Room 105
45-720 Keaʻahala Road
http://www.downtoearth.org/events/calendar/month/2015-04

Kamehameha: The Rise of a King
2015-04-08 16:30 - 18:00 | Hilo Public Library, 300 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI, 96720-2447, United States
Join us at the Hilo Public Library to meet David Kāwika Eyre, author of Kamehameha: The Rise of a King.
His book is an exciting work of historical fiction based on Hawaiian sources and years of research by David Kāwika Eyre. Targeted for young readers, the stories shed new light on Kamehameha’s upbringing and his lifelong quest to unify the Hawaiian Islands.
David Kāwika Eyre is a lifelong educator who served as a high school Hawaiian language teacher at Kamehameha Schools Kapālama for twenty-three years. His books have received numerous Ka Palapala Po‘okela honors, including the 2014 Award of Excellence in Children’s Literature.
Program schedule is subject to change. For more information, please call the library: 933-8890

Kunewa Mook @ Basically Books
2015-04-08 12:00 | Basically Books, 160 Kamehameha Ave, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Kunewa Mook is coming to Basically Books on April 8th! He's performing at 1:30PM, so come down and hear a performance from Kunewa! Meet & greet to follow!

Men of Strength's Stand Strong Campaign
2015-04-08 11:00 - 13:00 | UH Hilo, Campus Center Plaza, Hilo, HI, 96720, United States
Take the Pledge! Men of Strength will be collecting pledges from students who choose to “Stand Strong” against violence. Participants will be eligible to receive a StandStrong Card.The StandStrong Card entitles UH Hilo and HawCC students, faculty, and staff to discounts and special services with our campus and community business partners.

Wii Video Gaming: Monthly Schedule
2015-04-07 17:00 - 18:30 | Kailua-Kona Public Library, 75-138 Hualalai Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740, United States
Hyrule Warriors, Super Mario 3D World, and Xenoblade Chronicles will be available. Free chips and soda available too! First come, first served.
The following is our Wii Gaming schedule (dates & times) throughout the month of April:
Wii Gaming Schedule for Young Adults/Teens
Tuesday, April 7, 5pm-6:30pm
Saturday, April 25, 10am-12noon
Some videos may be rated for ages 13 and older.
Program schedule is subject to change. This program is co-sponsored by the library and the Friends of the Libraries, Kona. Program is suitable for teens ages 13-17.
To arrange special accommodations or for more information, please call the Kailua-Kona Library Young Adult Section at 327-4327.

Kahului: Hawaiian Plants for Inflammation
2015-04-07 17:00 | Down To Earth, 305 Dairy Rd, Kahului, HI, 96732, United States
https://www.downtoearth.org/events/6086
No Registration Required
What is inflammation? Is it good or bad? What does it do to our bodies? Why should we care?
In this class we will present an introduction to inflammation and discuss numerous Hawaiian plants which grow in our yards that we can use to help us reduce chronic inflammation in our bodies.
David Bruce Leonard will lead free herbal seminars every 1st Tuesday at Down to Earth Kahului.
This event is free and open to the public.

Kailua Cooking Class: Breakfast Meals
2015-04-07 16:30 | Down to Earth Kailua, 201 Hamakua Dr Kailua, HI 96734, Kailua, HI, 96734-3984, United States
https://www.downtoearth.org/events/5941
Free Admission, No Reservations Required
Join Mama T and Jordan in Kailua for their FREE Vegetarian Cooking Class! They'll be showing how to make easy and incredibly delicious vegetarian meals.
Scrambled Tofu
Breakfast Potatoes
Avocado Toast
Every 1st Tuesday of the month 4:30pm-5:30pm

Tuesday Movie Matinee: Dolphin Tale 2
2015-04-07 14:30 - 17:24, 2015-04-07 14:30 | Na’alehu Public Library, 95-5669 Mamalahoa Hwy, Naalehu, HI, 96772, United States
Join us every Tuesday afternoon for a free movie screening 😀
Free popcorn! Open to everyone!
This Tuesday's feature: Dolphin Tale 2
Movie info: http://imdb.to/1Eyp0RS
Program schedule is subject to change. For more info or special accommodations, please contact the library as soon as possible at 939-2442

Kohala Kendama Club
2015-04-07 14:30 - 16:30 | North Kohala Public Library, 54-3645 Akoni Pule Hwy, Kapaau, HI, 96755, United States
The North Kohala Library would like to invite you to join us every Tuesday for the Kohala Kendama Club.
We have so much fun practicing tricks, learning new tricks, playing games, and holding friendly competitions. We use different level cards (beginner, moderate, and advanced) with a list of various tricks for the kids to work on.
Participants can earn a small prize for each new level they complete. We have a variety of kendamas for club use, or you can bring your own.
Program schedule is subject to change, and is intended for all ages.
To arrange special accommodations or to find out more about this program, please call the North Kohala Public Library at 889-6655.

Free HIV/Hepatitis C Testing
2015-04-06 12:00 - 16:00 | Campus Center Room 306
Free HIV/HepC Testing conducted by the Hawai'i Island HIV/AIDS Foundation. Testing is confidential, safe & fast!

An evening with Alexa Sunshine Rose and Friends
2015-04-05 19:00 | Hilo Shala, 284 Keawe At, Hilo, HI, 96721, United States
We are happy to welcome Alexa Sunshine Rose back to the Big Island and are blessed to have her share her amazing acoustic music at the Shala. Her voice and songs have touched so many hearts in such profound ways and she will also be introducing songs from her new album “POOL OF LOVE” as well as sharing the stage with dear friend and Mbira player Seth Robinson and friends. This will be an amazing ohana vibe with divine raw Chocolates and yummy elixirs. We look forward to sharing this blessed evening with you

First Sundays featuring Walt Keale and Benny Uyetake
2015-04-05 14:30 - 2015-04-06 17:30 | Hula Grill Kaanapali, 2435 Kaanapali Pkwy, Bldg P-1, Lahaina, HI, 96761-1981, United States
On the First Sunday of the month, we feature musicians that aren't part of our regular line-up. This Sunday we feature Na Hoku winner ukulele master Walt Keale, first cousin of Bradda IZ!.
In addition to great live Hawaiian music, we will also unveil our new featured Drink of the Month of the month and it will be offered on discount this day only. Everyday Aloha Hour drink specials from 3-5 as well.
