Staffing shortage closes Honokaa library ADVERTISING Staffing shortage closes Honokaa library Honokaa Public Library has closed temporarily because of a staffing shortage and is scheduled to reopen Aug. 24 at 11 a.m. The book drop will remain open for returning
Staffing shortage closes Honokaa library
Honokaa Public Library has closed temporarily because of a staffing shortage and is scheduled to reopen Aug. 24 at 11 a.m. The book drop will remain open for returning library materials.
“We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this has caused our Honokaa Public Library patrons,” said State Librarian Stacey Aldrich.
While the library is closed, patrons may contact or visit any of other public library. In addition, patrons may log-on to the HSPLS website at librarieshawaii.org to renew books and most library materials, browse the HSPLS Catalog for book titles, eBooks, digital audio books, and a wide variety of online databases, and get answers to brief informational reference questions by using the “Ask-A-Librarian” E-Reference service.
All items checked out with a due date from Aug. 11 to the reopening date will be extended.
Kiwanis meets Wednesday
Kiwanis West Hawaii will meet at 5 p.m. Wednesday at Quinn’s Almost By the Sea on Palani Road in Kailua-Kona. All visiting Kiwanis and prospective members are invited.
Kiwanis looks to serve the community by conducting service projects that respond to identified needs, especially related to children. Kiwanis meets the first and third Wednesday of every month.
For more information, contact Marge Anderson at kiwaniswesthawaii15@gmail.com or call 327-0090.
Teams sought for Special Olympics fundraiser
Special Olympics West-Hawaii will host its “Bus’ a Move” Throw Down Bus Pull competition Sept. 26 at Kona Commons. Teams of 10 will pull a Roberts Hawaii charter bus.
Teams have three categories to win: fastest pull, lowest combined weight, and an award will be given to the most enthusiastic team. The lowest combined weight event will use a lighter vehicle provided by Airgas. The rig is 16,500 pounds.
Teams can register now by calling 345-0433 or emailing sowhdenise@gmail.com. Event T-Shirts will be given to all pre-registered participants.
The mission of Special Olympics is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills, and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.
Walking tour of historic Volcano homes planned
A historic buildings walking tour will be held Sept. 12 in Volcano. Architect and historian Boone Morrison will provide insight into the history of some of the early families and businesses that helped shape modern-day Volcano.
The tour, sponsored by the Volcano Community Foundation with support from the Volcano Art Center, begins with a 9:15 a.m. check-in and will conclude after a light lunch. Participants should wear walking shoes for the approximately 2-mile route, and bring water and an umbrella. Cost is $40, with advance registration required. Funds raised support a scholarship fund that is awarded each year to an outstanding high school senior from Volcano.
To reserve a space, contact volcanocommunity@gmail.com or 967-7366. Reservations will be confirmed when payment is received.
