Rotary Clubs announce upcoming speakers
The Rotary Club of Kona Mauka will hear from Tom Hasslinger, managing editor of West Hawaii Today. Hasslinger’s primary responsibility is working with the newspaper’s editorial department to produce compelling local content. He also coordinates coverage with the editors at Hawaii Tribune-Herald. The meeting is from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday at Teshima’s restaurant. Info: Sharon Taylor, alohasharon11@yahoo.com.
Ardie Ikeda, coordinator of the Meet & Eat, will address the Rotary Club of Kona Sunrise during its meeting from 6:45 – 7:45 a.m. Wednesday on the second floor of Humpy’s.
Info: Dennis Rast, 464-4855, hdr.rotary2016@gmail.com.
In Waimea, the Rotary Club of North Hawaii will hold its weekly meeting from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday at Anna Ranch. Info: Aaron Spielman, 937-5511, aaron@naneastudios.com.
Joy Wu of Rejuvenating One’s Self will speak during the Rotary Club of Kona meeting from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday at King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel. Info: Lori Burgoon, lori.burgoon@morganstanley.com, 987-9967.
Rotary is a worldwide organization of business and professional leaders that provides humanitarian service, encourages high ethical standards in all vocations, and helps build goodwill and peace in the world. Visitors are welcome.
Cancer support group meets
A cancer support group meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30 at Teshima’s restaurant in Honalo. People newly diagnosed with cancer and cancer survivors are welcome. Caregivers and supportive family members are also invited.
The group meets to share cancer related issues and to lend support to one another. Women are encouraged to learn about breast cancer risks and early detection.
Info: Shirley 323-2732.
Hilo Vet Center fishing group gathers
The Hilo Vet Center fishing group will hold a potluck and casting from 2-5 p.m. Aug. 30 at Isles, next to Hilo Bay Cafe and Liliuokalani Park.
Info: Maricar Souza, 969-3833
Kupuna Singles meet for dinner
Kupuna Singles will meet for dinner at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31. at Bianelli’s. For reservations, call 324-1570.