About Town: September 4, 2020

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VFW announces meal events

The VFW Kona Post, located behind Kona Locksmith on Kaiwi Street, will host its Friday meal from 4 to 7 p.m. this evening. All veterans, their family, guests and the public are welcome and encouraged to support this income source for the VFW.

The dinner will feature pork adobo, rice, potato salad and dessert for $10. Checks are accepted. Preorders are appreciated by calling 769-8643. Meals can be eaten at the VFW or taken out; the bar will be open during dinner hours.

Taco Tuesday featuring ground beef or shrimp, rice and beans for $7 will be hosted from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday.

From noon to 6 p.m. Wednesday, the VFW hosts a potluck with the bar open for service.

For more information, contact Don Zero at (509) 879-1040.

NASA scientist to discuss Artemis program

Learn about lunar science and NASA’s Artemis program to return astronauts to the moon by 2024 during a Facebook Live presentation Wednesday.

Jacob Bleacher, chief exploration scientist in NASA’s Advanced Exploration Systems, will conduct a free one-hour Facebook Live event starting at 10 a.m. The Hawaii State Public Libarray System event is suitable for ages 5 and older.

Watch online at www.facebook.com/hsplshigov. A Facebook account is not required.

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