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Offers family literacy programs to residents of housing projects Mayor Wright Homes (MWH) and Kuhio Park Towers (KPT) in Kalihi. Also offers family libraries, Saturday story hours, and age-appropriate activities for children, and free twice weekly English and computer classes for adults in public housing.

Produces plays and drama education programs which help youth gain an understanding of the arts through theatrical and drama experience. Provides teacher study guides for all plays. 6-8 plays produced yearly; 2-4 tour to the neighbor islands. Accepts volunteers in areas such as working in the costume shop, the tech shop, ushering/assisting at shows and office duties, call (808) 839-9885.

Preserves the environment of Mauna Loa and Kilauea volcanoes. Provides a refuge for native plants and animals. Facilitates scientific study of volcanism at volcano observatory. Camp grounds include: Namakanipaio and Kulanaokuaiki. Offers lava viewing, trails and environmental education programs. Recruits volunteers for leading hikes, Kilauea Visitor Center, assisting with native plant re-forestation and other opportunities, call to volunteer. Visit website to submit an email.

Promotes water enrichment and aquatic readiness activities for children and their parents. Skills are developed around five main components: personal safety, personal growth, stroke development, water sports/game, and rescue.

(Hoa 'Aina O Makaha) Hoa Aina O Makaha provides programs based on Hawaiian cultural values and traditions. The focus is on strengthening family sustainability through activities that encourages family participation. Hoa Aina O Makaha is a resource to the schools by providing interactive hands-on activities that broadens understanding of subject matter and enhances classroom lesson plans; activities include gardening projects and animal care. Small scale agricultural farming produces herbs and other produce.

The Lyon Arboretum is a 193.5 acre botanical garden operated by the University of Hawaii. Offers tours, classes, workshops and a K-12 program for visiting school children.

Our Writing Retreat is not exactly a class but is an opportunity to meet and write in company with other beginning and experienced writers. Here we tap into our mutual creative energy. After introductions, we collect ideas in response to a starter prompt, then each person begins to draft a story, poem, memoir, argument or whatever. In small groups we read these diverse pieces and give each other non-critical reader responses.

Offers classes in Scottish country dancing (social dancing, not Highland dancing which is done for performance or competition).

(Society for Konas Education and Art) Offers Kona schools a "menu" of art (performing, literary & visual) activities for teachers. Works with the teachers to expand upon curriculum themes. Sponsors a youth group to advise on youth programs. Offers art workshops for adults & children and special events such as concerts and ho'olaulea. Art Camps for Children and Magic Camp during the October school break.

Youth drop into the space and are given the opportunity to earn a bike by learning how to fix and maintain a bike in addition to volunteering to help maintain the flow of the shop. Each year there are 400 donated bikes that are refurbished by youth and about 4000 bikes are repaired though 9000 youth service hours.

Helps people learn the art of speaking, listening, and thinking. Devoted to making effective oral communication a worldwide reality. Provides a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which each member has the opportunity to develop communication and leadership skills.

(Hale Halawai Ohana O Hanalei Neighborhood Multipurpose Center, Hale Halawai) Hale Halawai Ohana O Hanalei's Hanalei Community Center links agencies, individuals, and service providers. Language classes, chorus, yoga, hula (adults), lei making, and AA groups for adults and youth, Hawaiiana Summer Program, African dance, creative arts, Farmer's Market, and Driver's Education offered. Registration is available via the booking platform, Facilitron.

Promotes water enrichment and aquatic readiness activities for children and their parents. Skills are developed around five main components: personal safety, personal growth, stroke development, water sports/game, and rescue.

Lahaina Arts Guild provides art and music classes for students in 1st - 5th grade.

808 Cleanups mission is to achieve complete ecosystem restoration in Hawaii. Our approach involves community engagement, education, and the removal of invasive species to allow native plants and cultural sites to flourish. We offer educational programs that raise awareness about environmental issues and sustainable practices and organize and lead community events that foster a collective spirit of stewardship and conservation.

(Kula Kamaliʻi Preschool, Aukukui Niuolahiki Online Hawaiian Language Courses, Hale Kipa ʻŌiwi) ʻAha Pūnana Leo strive to ensure that the Hawaiian Language lives. It's mission is rooted to drive and inspire change to ensure a living Hawaiian language in Hawaiʻi and beyond. It is dedicated to the people we serve. Kula Kamaliʻi Preschool Through the school’s exclusive Hakalama literacy method keiki learn to speak ‘ōlelo Hawai‘i (Hawaiian language) within three to four months and often graduate with advanced reading and writing skills. Keiki also develop social, intellectual, leadership and perceptual motor skills through classroom lessons, field trips, cultural activities, performance opportunities and community service. Applications for the 2021-2022 school year are still being accepted based on availability, priority application period for the 2022-2023 school year is November 1st through March 1st. Aukukui | Niuolahiki Online Hawaiian Language Courses ‘Aha Pūnana Leo expanded its flexible, online program to offer teachers across the state, an opportunity to receive HME teacher certifications and meet early childhood education requirements. The Niuolahiki Distance Learning Program extends its culturally rooted language program throughout the world. Hale Kipa ʻŌiwi ‘Aha Pūnana Leo has become a nationally recognized model for Native American language revitalization, and a resource for indigenous groups interested in reviving and perpetuating their traditional languages by providing assistance to develop language and cultural revitalization programs.

Provides after school A+ program at several elementary schools. Offers swimming lessons and other classes. Conducts fitness programs, aerobics, intersession and summer fun program.

Teaches children to speak, read and write Japanese.

(MGF Hawaii, MGF Hawaiʻi, Prince Lot Hula Festival) Moanalua Gardens Foundation (MGF Hawaii) puts on the Prince Lot Hula Festival every year. Our current programs include our annual Prince Lot Hula Festival held the third Saturday and Sunday in July, our Malama Kamananui Environmental STEM Education Program in Kamananui Valley, our Ka Leo O Na Opio Leadership Academy for youth 13 years old - 24 years old, and our Ka Wai Ola STEM, Clean Water focused, Work-based Learning Program.

Promotes water enrichment and aquatic readiness activities for children and their parents. Skills are developed around five main components: personal safety, personal growth, stroke development, water sports/game, and rescue.

E-Nable is a group of Makers, Engineers, Medical Professionals, Tinkerers, Teachers, Students, Artists, Philanthropists, Parents and "Ideas people" who have come together from across the globe to collaborate, innovate and re-design the 3d Printable open source design of a mechanical hand device that was released as the original "Robohand" open source file in 2012. E-nable does not sell these devices - but instead - encourages parents and individuals to create them on their own, guides them in the building process and prints parts for those that need them. The designers at E-nable offer their assistance and design skills at no cost to aid those that would like to DIY (do it yourself) one of these devices and has numerous members that are willing to take on individual cases to help custom design around different shaped hands or needs.

Maintains a botanical garden with varieties of plants that conserve water. Tour also includes information on water-saving irrigation systems, mulches, and other xeriscape ideas. Group tours are available by appointment only. Honolulu Board of Water Supply and Friends of Halawa Xeriscape Garden offer educational workshops that feature xeriscape plants and gardening techniques that will help to conserve water outdoors. For xeriscape gardening classes/workshops email [email protected].

Provides a full service health club with weightroom, cardio room (stairmaster, treadmills, rowing machines, lifecycles, etc.), a wide variety of aerobic classes, full service deli.

Promotes water enrichment and aquatic readiness activities for children and their parents. Skills are developed around five main components: personal safety, personal growth, stroke development, water sports/game, and rescue.

Paepae o Heeia cares for, manages, and maintains the 800 year old, 88 acre Heeia Fishpond. Programs include educational programming, 1 hour tours, fishpond restoration, aquaculture activities and volunteer opportunities.