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Backyard Grocery Store is a 12-part series:

• June 14: Perennial vegetables
  
• July 12: Integrating chickens in your foodscape
  
• August 9: Eat the weeds
  
• September 13: Trees with edible leaves
  
• October 11: Staple crops
  
• November 8: Beans & peas for the tropics
  
• ...with more to come, December - May
  

Video tour of the site (thanks Peter!) - https://youtu.be/Dh1sA1KfjKM

This month: You can't get fresher (and cheaper) produce than from your own yard! Annual vegetables take a lot of work and aina disruption to plant & maintain every year. Perennials are often easily planted, then fend for themselves while improving aina health and yielding for multiple years. We'll discuss perennial options for familiar veggies like collards, beans, peppers & squash; and lesser known easy greens, flowers, roots & other tasty nibbles. Join us to learn and share!

DAY: Sunday, June 14
DISCUSSION: 11 AM til noon: Perennial Vegetables
TOUR: noon til 1, with time to chat or wander more afterwards.
PLANT GIVEAWAY: 1 PM 
WHERE: Pahoa Urban Food Forest (PUFF), at Living Planet Learning Center between Habitat Tattoo and the County Council building. (The building doesn't have any identifying signs yet.)
ADDRESS: 15-2881 Pahoa Village Rd, Pahoa 
PARKING is limited: 3 spots in our lot, and a few in the County lot next door. Bike or carpool if you can. 
COST: Suggested $10 donation in time/cash/materials/LFA-free plant keiki

ABOUT LPLC: https://livingplanetalliance.org

We hold regular work parties. If you'd like to learn hands-on, get in touch to find out our days and times!

We'll share seeds and starts of many species.

Please share this event with others who might be interested. Hope you can join us for any or all of it!

Norris]]>
Backyard Grocery Store is a 12-part series:

• June 14: Perennial vegetables
  
• July 12: Integrating chickens in your foodscape
  
• August 9: Eat the weeds
  
• September 13: Trees with edible leaves
  
• October 11: Staple crops
  
• November 8: Beans & peas for the tropics
  
• ...with more to come, December - May
  

Video tour of the site (thanks Peter!) - https://youtu.be/Dh1sA1KfjKM

This month: You can't get fresher (and cheaper) produce than from your own yard! Annual vegetables take a lot of work and aina disruption to plant & maintain every year. Perennials are often easily planted, then fend for themselves while improving aina health and yielding for multiple years. We'll discuss perennial options for familiar veggies like collards, beans, peppers & squash; and lesser known easy greens, flowers, roots & other tasty nibbles. Join us to learn and share!

DAY: Sunday, June 14
DISCUSSION: 11 AM til noon: Perennial Vegetables
TOUR: noon til 1, with time to chat or wander more afterwards.
PLANT GIVEAWAY: 1 PM 
WHERE: Pahoa Urban Food Forest (PUFF), at Living Planet Learning Center between Habitat Tattoo and the County Council building. (The building doesn't have any identifying signs yet.)
ADDRESS: 15-2881 Pahoa Village Rd, Pahoa 
PARKING is limited: 3 spots in our lot, and a few in the County lot next door. Bike or carpool if you can. 
COST: Suggested $10 donation in time/cash/materials/LFA-free plant keiki

ABOUT LPLC: https://livingplanetalliance.org

We hold regular work parties. If you'd like to learn hands-on, get in touch to find out our days and times!

We'll share seeds and starts of many species.

Please share this event with others who might be interested. Hope you can join us for any or all of it!

Norris]]> https://punaweb.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=23887 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:48:22 -0500 cconne]]> https://punaweb.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=23887
Sunday, May31, at 2 pm. Episcopal Church of the Holy Apostles, 1407 Kapiolani St, Hilo.
(HCC is a 501c3 non-profit organization, donations are gratefully accepted.)

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Sunday, May31, at 2 pm. Episcopal Church of the Holy Apostles, 1407 Kapiolani St, Hilo.
(HCC is a 501c3 non-profit organization, donations are gratefully accepted.)

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They have lots of great players, and you can even get a free lesson!

https://www.hilosteelguitarfestival.com/]]>
They have lots of great players, and you can even get a free lesson!

https://www.hilosteelguitarfestival.com/]]> https://punaweb.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=23784 Sat, 06 Dec 2025 12:56:22 -0600 HereOnThePrimalEdge]]> https://punaweb.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=23784

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Saturday, November 22, 4 pm - First United Protestant Church, 1350 Waiānuenue Ave, in Hilo
Sunday, November 23, 4 pm - Center for Spiritual Living, 15-1833 Paradise Dr, in Hawaiian Paradise Park
Admission is free. Donations gratefully accepted.]]> Friday, November 21, 7 pm - Church of the Holy Cross, 440 W. Lanikāula, in Hilo
Saturday, November 22, 4 pm - First United Protestant Church, 1350 Waiānuenue Ave, in Hilo
Sunday, November 23, 4 pm - Center for Spiritual Living, 15-1833 Paradise Dr, in Hawaiian Paradise Park
Admission is free. Donations gratefully accepted.]]> https://punaweb.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=23755 Wed, 01 Oct 2025 23:53:39 -0500 terracore]]> https://punaweb.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=23755

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Smoke it Up! is our long-awaited smoked meat festival that transforms Hawai‘i Island’s feral pig problem into an opportunity. By turning this abundant local protein into a value-added product, we can strengthen food security and position our island as a leader in food innovation.

Join us Saturday, October 25, at Maku’u Market from 2–5 PM for an afternoon of flavor and fun!

More than a dozen tasting stations featuring smoked creations by some of Hawai‘i’s hottest chefs - Mark Noguchi, Kwai-Chang Publico, Jayson Kanekoa, Keoni Regidor, Mills Stoval, ANY KINE Wontons, Waimea Butcher Shop, WSW Steakhouse, Island Style Birria, The Temple Bar, HawCC Culinary Division, Pohaku Cafe and more!

Two complimentary beverages – including craft cocktails, local mead, and local brews.

Live music by Ka'ikena Scanlan and Positive Motion.

Educational booths and interactive experiences

Tickets are $75 and include all tastings, drinks, and entertainment. Get yours at smokeitup808.com

Use code PUNA for $10 off through Oct. 18 ??

This event offers a bold, integrated solution to one of our island’s toughest challenges]]>

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Smoke it Up! is our long-awaited smoked meat festival that transforms Hawai‘i Island’s feral pig problem into an opportunity. By turning this abundant local protein into a value-added product, we can strengthen food security and position our island as a leader in food innovation.

Join us Saturday, October 25, at Maku’u Market from 2–5 PM for an afternoon of flavor and fun!

More than a dozen tasting stations featuring smoked creations by some of Hawai‘i’s hottest chefs - Mark Noguchi, Kwai-Chang Publico, Jayson Kanekoa, Keoni Regidor, Mills Stoval, ANY KINE Wontons, Waimea Butcher Shop, WSW Steakhouse, Island Style Birria, The Temple Bar, HawCC Culinary Division, Pohaku Cafe and more!

Two complimentary beverages – including craft cocktails, local mead, and local brews.

Live music by Ka'ikena Scanlan and Positive Motion.

Educational booths and interactive experiences

Tickets are $75 and include all tastings, drinks, and entertainment. Get yours at smokeitup808.com

Use code PUNA for $10 off through Oct. 18 ??

This event offers a bold, integrated solution to one of our island’s toughest challenges]]> https://punaweb.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=23700 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 18:51:15 -0500 punabaptist]]> https://punaweb.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=23700 PANCHO'S TACOS Food Truck will be on sight with food starting at $10. 
We want to offer you food, fun, comfort, compassion, hope and most of all love!
Location - Puna Baptist Church, 15-3188 Pahoa-Kapoho Rd., Pahoa, HI.
For more information please call 808-965-9970.
See you there!]]> PANCHO'S TACOS Food Truck will be on sight with food starting at $10. 
We want to offer you food, fun, comfort, compassion, hope and most of all love!
Location - Puna Baptist Church, 15-3188 Pahoa-Kapoho Rd., Pahoa, HI.
For more information please call 808-965-9970.
See you there!]]> https://punaweb.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=23621 Sat, 19 Apr 2025 16:05:04 -0500 Punatang]]> https://punaweb.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=23621
Easter Sunday 4/20 from 4:20 - 9 PM.  14-252 Papaya Farms Road at Josana's Garden

There will be guides helping folks park out on the street. No charge for entry. Potluck so please bring a tasty dish to share.

https://allevents.in/pahoa/josanna%E2%80...8068167309]]>
Easter Sunday 4/20 from 4:20 - 9 PM.  14-252 Papaya Farms Road at Josana's Garden

There will be guides helping folks park out on the street. No charge for entry. Potluck so please bring a tasty dish to share.

https://allevents.in/pahoa/josanna%E2%80...8068167309]]> https://punaweb.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=23615 Thu, 10 Apr 2025 10:49:15 -0500 awapuhilabyrinth]]> https://punaweb.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=23615
The day begins at 11:30 AM with a circle share, where participants will discuss building resilience in their lives and communities.

At 1 PM, a global tradition takes place with a labyrinth walk, uniting participants around the world to walk "as one" for peace. The walk will be accompanied by live music led by Deborah Masterson of Rhythm Full Circle. 

This event offers an opportunity for community connection and personal reflection, while also introducing Christy Hart Smith, one of the new labyrinth caretakers. Whether new or experienced with labyrinths, this day of reflection, connection, and peace is a unique chance to be part of a global movement.

Learn more and RSVP here! https://www.enrichment-project.com/blog/...-for-peace


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The day begins at 11:30 AM with a circle share, where participants will discuss building resilience in their lives and communities.

At 1 PM, a global tradition takes place with a labyrinth walk, uniting participants around the world to walk "as one" for peace. The walk will be accompanied by live music led by Deborah Masterson of Rhythm Full Circle. 

This event offers an opportunity for community connection and personal reflection, while also introducing Christy Hart Smith, one of the new labyrinth caretakers. Whether new or experienced with labyrinths, this day of reflection, connection, and peace is a unique chance to be part of a global movement.

Learn more and RSVP here! https://www.enrichment-project.com/blog/...-for-peace


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Main point is it is today, from noon-8p. Sounds like a lot going on, and a lot of fun, too:

Event Info

Artisans at work making their specialties. Food & Craft Vendors, Music and Educational Activities. Moveable Feast of Puna is promoting this event to make it FREE for attendees. 

Vendors that are Participating:
HoneyBee Sensual - Honey
SeaFaring Gypsy - Metal Smith
Rad Hatter - Hats
Old Growth Organics - Mushrooms & Tinctures
My Hawaii Life Studio
Crystal Matrix- Live painting Demo
Seahorse Deli - Food Crafter
Clothing Closet - Tie Dye Clothing
Love, Gaia LLC - Vegan Food Crafter
Blacksand Fine Instruments - Handcrafted
L Roy One of a Kind Greeting Cards - Hand crafted
Green Goat Farm - Freeze Dried Foods
Danie with the Crystals - Crystals 
Eden Farms- Seether Institute - Local Farm
Wellness for Life Hawaii- Hydroponic Veggies & tinctures
Boom Kananz - Hawaiian Food Crafter
U’ilani Jewelry - Hand carved wood jewelry
Holoholhomestead - Origami earrings, cards & ornaments

Cece’s Sweets & Eats - Italian Food Crafter
MaryMade Kombucha & Food Items Handmade
Angel Chocolate - Hawaiian Chocolate Crafter
Sea Star Art - Ceramics & Paintings
Flirty Hippie - Wired Wrapped Jewelry

Educational Seminar Schedule in the Classroom:

 1:00 HoneyBee Sensual- Bees & Honey
 1:30 - Chandra- Green Goat Farm- Freeze Drying Food
 2:00 - Aero-Old Growth Organics- Mushrooms & Our Health
 2:30 - Jay Reed- Making a Flute
 3:00 - Gary Rosenberg - Animals & Our EcoSystem
 3:30 - RadHatter- Professional Hat Making
 4:00 - Shane-The BeeCharmer- Bees and Our Environment
 4:30 - Rozetta William - Consultant for Non Profits & Grants
 5:00 - 8:00 - Kascadence Plays]]>
Main point is it is today, from noon-8p. Sounds like a lot going on, and a lot of fun, too:

Event Info

Artisans at work making their specialties. Food & Craft Vendors, Music and Educational Activities. Moveable Feast of Puna is promoting this event to make it FREE for attendees. 

Vendors that are Participating:
HoneyBee Sensual - Honey
SeaFaring Gypsy - Metal Smith
Rad Hatter - Hats
Old Growth Organics - Mushrooms & Tinctures
My Hawaii Life Studio
Crystal Matrix- Live painting Demo
Seahorse Deli - Food Crafter
Clothing Closet - Tie Dye Clothing
Love, Gaia LLC - Vegan Food Crafter
Blacksand Fine Instruments - Handcrafted
L Roy One of a Kind Greeting Cards - Hand crafted
Green Goat Farm - Freeze Dried Foods
Danie with the Crystals - Crystals 
Eden Farms- Seether Institute - Local Farm
Wellness for Life Hawaii- Hydroponic Veggies & tinctures
Boom Kananz - Hawaiian Food Crafter
U’ilani Jewelry - Hand carved wood jewelry
Holoholhomestead - Origami earrings, cards & ornaments

Cece’s Sweets & Eats - Italian Food Crafter
MaryMade Kombucha & Food Items Handmade
Angel Chocolate - Hawaiian Chocolate Crafter
Sea Star Art - Ceramics & Paintings
Flirty Hippie - Wired Wrapped Jewelry

Educational Seminar Schedule in the Classroom:

 1:00 HoneyBee Sensual- Bees & Honey
 1:30 - Chandra- Green Goat Farm- Freeze Drying Food
 2:00 - Aero-Old Growth Organics- Mushrooms & Our Health
 2:30 - Jay Reed- Making a Flute
 3:00 - Gary Rosenberg - Animals & Our EcoSystem
 3:30 - RadHatter- Professional Hat Making
 4:00 - Shane-The BeeCharmer- Bees and Our Environment
 4:30 - Rozetta William - Consultant for Non Profits & Grants
 5:00 - 8:00 - Kascadence Plays]]> https://punaweb.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=23548 Sat, 25 Jan 2025 23:32:37 -0600 kalianna]]> https://punaweb.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=23548 https://hilopalace.com/hpt_event/]]> https://hilopalace.com/hpt_event/]]> https://punaweb.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=23531 Sat, 18 Jan 2025 12:57:40 -0600 Punaperson]]> https://punaweb.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=23531
Everyone is welcome.  Please come and see what is going on, and what had to pause.  We are looking for new members, volunteers, and ideas for fundraising.

Hope to see you there !]]>
Everyone is welcome.  Please come and see what is going on, and what had to pause.  We are looking for new members, volunteers, and ideas for fundraising.

Hope to see you there !]]>