AARP seeks nominations for Andrus Award
AARP Hawaii is accepting nominations for its 2017 Andrus Award for Community Service, which honors Hawaii residents, 50 and older, who are sharing their experience, talent, and skills to enrich the lives of their community members.
A volunteer committee will evaluate the nominations based on how the volunteer’s work has improved the community, supported AARP’s vision and mission, and inspired other volunteers. The award recipient will be announced in early fall.
Nominees do not need to be volunteers with AARP. The Andrus Award will be presented at AARP Hawaii’s annual volunteer recognition luncheon and AARP Hawaii will make a $500 donation to a local nonprofit of the winner’s choice.
Contact Jackie Boland, AARP Hawaii Community Outreach Director for more information and a nomination form or go to aarp.org/AndrusAward for applications and information. The application deadline is June 30.
Free ziplining for kamaaina this weekend
For the eighth year in a row, KapohoKine Adventures will offer free ziplining to kamaaina over Memorial Day weekend.
The first 50 people in line at 8 a.m. this Saturday and Sunday will enjoy ziplining the eight-line Zipline Through Paradise zip course, including the longest riding tandem line on the island at 2,400 feet in length. Free family activities will also be available all day including kayak and paddleboard rentals at Hilo Bay, face painting, henna tattoos and a bouncy house.
KapohoKine Adventures is located at the Grand Naniloa Hilo Hotel, a DoubleTree by Hilton. Valid Hawaii state ID and one nonperishable food item per person for donation to the Hawaii Food Basket are required. Participants must be 5 years and older. Ziplining begins at 8 a.m. Family activities are open from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Libraries to observe Memorial Day
In observance of Memorial Day, all public libraries will be closed Saturday through Monday.
The Kealakekua Public Library will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday. Call 323-7585 for more information.
For public service hours, visit librarieshawaii.org or call a local library.