Book clubs to meet in Keauhou
Kona Stories community bookstore offers the following book clubs during November.
The Tuesday fiction group is discussing “The Narrow Road to the Deep North” by Richard Flanagan, winner of the Man Booker Prize. The group meets at 6:30 p.m.
The Nov. 17 travel group is discussing “Patagonia” by Bruce Chatwin, New York Times best-seller and stated “Little Masterpiece of Travel, History and Adventure.” The group meets at 6:30 p.m.
The Nov. 24 non-fiction group is discussing “The Tale of the Dueling Neurosurgeons” by Sam Kean. The group meets at 6 p.m.
Groups are free if books are purchased from Kona Stories or a $5 donation is accepted. Bring a pupu or beverage to share and come prepared to discuss books.
Kona Stories is located in the Keauhou Shopping Center. Info: Brenda or Joy, 324-0350, konastories.com.
Kailua-Kona Seniors plan picnic lunch
Kailua-Kona Seniors will meet at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11 at Pavilion No. 3 at Kailua Park, formerly known as Old Kona Airport Park. The location is handicapped accessible. Attendees should try to provide their own transportation or plan to carpool and bring a picnic lunch and a drink.
No formal meeting will be held at Hale Halawai this week.
Info: Dave, 345-1388 or Claire, 756-5354
Galaxy Forum Hawaii planned
The International Lunar Observatory Association is initiating, supporting and collaborating with projects around the world to advance human civilization to the moon by hosting Galaxy Forum Hawaii 2015 — Waimea “Astronomy from the Moon and Hawaii” from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday in the MCO Building, behind Kahilu Theatre, 67-1185 Mamalahoa Highway.
Keynote speaker Kimo Kelii Kaahaaina Pihana, Hawaii kupuna and cultural practitioner and author of “Celebrating the Hawaiian Culture” will be the keynote speaker, presenting, “Astronomy from the Moon and Hawaii: Cultural Perspectives.”
The event is free. Reservations: info@iloa.org, 885-3474
Estate planning class to explain wills
Warren Chong, an Independent Associate with LegalShield, will present a basic estate planning workshop at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at at Suite Possibilities, Suite 102 in the Chamber of Commerce Building South of McDonald’s in Kailua-Kona.
According to Chong, the will is one of the most important legal documents a person can leave for their family to clarify their wishes and keep peace in the family. Information and a will questionnaire will be provided to help participants complete a will.
There is no fee to attend, however space is limited. For info or to register: Warren Chong, 325-1060.
Low vision support group meets Friday
The National Federation of the Blind, West Hawaii Chapter’s Low Vision Support Group meets at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13, at Hale Halawai. Smart phones and the free currency reader offered by the U.S. Bureau of Engraving will be discussed.
The NFB meetings are free and open to the public. Anyone interested in learning how to continue an active, independent life with vision loss is welcome.
Info: Sally, 345-7065, nfb-westhi.org.
HCC-Palamanui admissions event planned
Express Admissions Day is the fast way to apply for the spring 2016 semester at the Hawaii Community College — Palamanui. Attendees can enter to win a scholarship, and current students who bring a friend can also enter to win a scholarship.
“Express Admissions Day is designed to make enrollment as easy as possible,” said Jason Cifra, vice chancellor for Student Affairs at Hawaii Community College. “Prospective students can fill out an application and immediately get their MyUH Student Number, which is a critical step in the enrollment process. In addition, Hawaii CC representatives will be on hand to answer questions and schedule next steps.”
Hawaii CC’s Express Admissions Day will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 14 at the Hawaii Community College — Palamanui campus in Kona.
Info: 969-8816, hawaii.hawaii.edu
The deadline to apply for the spring 2016 semester is Dec. 1, and classes start on Jan. 11.
It’s National Nurse Practitioner Week
National Nurse Practitioner Week, today through Sunday, is time to celebrate exceptional healthcare providers.
A good percent of Americans see a nurse practitioner for their primary healthcare needs. Nurse practitioners have advanced degrees acute and specialty care preparation. They provide high-quality, cost effective, comprehensive, patient-centered care and explain what patients need to know to get better faster and stay healthier longer.
Those seeing a nurse practitioner can take time this week to thank them. Those not using a nurse practitioner can find one by visiting npfinder.com.
Macy’s launches Believe campaign
The magic of Macy’s Believe campaign returns for the eighth year to celebrate the season’s spirit of generosity and goodwill, all while benefiting Make-A-Wish. From Nov. 6 through Dec. 24, “Believers” of all ages can bring their stamped letters to Santa to their local Macy’s store or send a letter by visiting macys.com/believe. For each letter received, Macy’s will donate $1 to Make-A-Wish, up to $1 million, to help grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions.
New this year, Macy’s Wish Writer stylus and app are a way kids can learn the magic of giving through interactive games and write the most magical letters to Santa. Available at approximately 600 stores across the country and macys.com, the stylus can be purchased for $14.99 and $1 from each sale will go to Make-A-Wish.
Since 2008, Macy’s Believe campaign has inspired customers across the country to participate, resulting in more than $10.8 million donated to Make-A-Wish.