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Free youth archery classes to begin soon

Hawaii County Parks and Recreation is registering children ages 9 through 14 for a beginner and intermediate archery class.

Classes will be held from 3 to 4 p.m. and from 4 to 5 p.m. on three consecutive Wednesdays starting Sept. 2 at Hale Halawai. Students should specify which class they are registering for. Registration runs through Monday. Class size is limited, so early registration is encouraged.

The activity is free, but the donation of two packages of balloons to be used as targets is appreciated. Participants may use their own equipment but it must be approved by the recreation director.

For more information or to register, call Marshall at 327-3565.

Kealakehe High council meets Thursday

Kealakehe High School Community Council meets at 4:30 p.m. Thursday in the Administration Conference Room. The council discusses policies and current events. Parents and community members are welcome to attend.

For more information, contact Verna Takamoto at 960-8766.

Pedego Big Island plans grand opening

A new Pedego Big Island electric bike store is having its grand opening celebration beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday. The public is invited to attend.

Co-owners Craig and Michelle Pivo have chosen their electric bikes for their power, reliability and durability. From beachy Comfort Cruisers to hill-tackling Interceptors and sleek Dutch street-style City Commuters, fat-tire Trail Trackers and super-strong Stretch cargo bikes, there is a model for everyone.

While vacationing in California, the Pivos discovered Pedego electric bikes. After enjoying enormous fun, they decided to open a Pedego shop on the Big Island — where they knew people would appreciate the kokua these bikes provide by flattening hills and making headwinds a breeze. In the process, the Pivos chose to remake their own lives. Saying farewell to their longtime corporate careers in the pharmaceutical industry, they set up shop in one of the world’s most scenic vacation locales.

Pedego Big Island offers Pedego electric bikes for sale, tours and rentals. Located at 75-5669 Alii Drive, Suite 1107, the shop is across from Kailua Pier. The company also offers authorized Pedego service on the premises. It is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information, email info@pedegobi.com, call 333-5122 or visit pedegobigisland.com.

Church plans Sept. 12 bazaar

St. Augustine Episcopal Church is having its annual bazaar from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 12. There will be ethnic foods, baked goods, white elephant, boutique, plants, shave ice, barbecue sticks, hot dogs and hamburgers and a silent auction. The thrift store will also be open. Entertainment will be by David Gomes, Na Kupuna O Kohala, RMD Kohala/Waimea taiko group, Errol Ishimine, Uncle Henry Dulan and St. Augustine’s Sunday School children.

Organizers are also accepting gently used or new items for its white elephant or silent auction. Contact Kathy at 889-5801. Cash donations are also welcome.

For more information, contact the church office at 889-5390 or email st.augustine1@hawaiiantel.net.