Oahu District Summer Session

Rev. Sonam Wangdi Bhutia, Head Priest from Kathmandu Hongwanji in Nepal will be speaking on Jodo Shinshu in the Land of Shakyamuni. Sponsored by the Oahu District Buddhist Education Committee.

Pearl City Hongwanji Mission

858 2nd Street, Pearl City

Walking Moai Launch in Koolaupoko

Find a new way to get healthier, happier, and more connected! Register and attend the free Launch Event to join a Walking Moai Team!

Cost: FREE, RSVP at http://info.bluezonesproject.com/ko/moai

Enchanted Lake Elementary

770 Keolu Dr., Kailua

2017 General Membership Meeting and Luncheon

The Japanese Women’s Society Foundation will hold its 2017 General Membership Meeting, during which it will install its 2017-2018 officers and directors, announce scholarships and awards, and introduce new members.

Registration begins at 10 a.m., along with a silent auction, bake sale and lucky draw. The membership meeting begins at 11 a.m., followed by lunch at 11:30 a.m.

The event is open to the public. Cost is $50 per person. Reservation deadline is July 9. Makes checks payable to “JWSF General Membership Meeting” and send to: Patty Matsuo, 690 Puuikena Dr., Honolulu, HI 96821.

Waialae Country Club

4997 Kahala Ave, Honolulu

Cooking Demonstration in Naalehu

Join us for a FREE Cooking Demonstration. Learn how to prepare delicious plant-based recipes, mingle with like-minded people who are looking to improve their health and well-being, and enjoy free samples.

Cost: FREE, RSVP by emailing Jade.Iokepa@healthways.com

Naalehu Community Center

95-5635 Mamalahoa Hwy., Naalehu

HBA Bonsai Exhibit and Plant Fair

Largest annual bonsai exhibit in Hawaii. Bonsai and plants for sale.

Demonstrations at 10:00am and 1:00pm, Ted Tsukiyama book signing at 11:00am. Talk and mingle with bonsai experts, Sign-up for upcoming bonsai class.

Washington Middle School Cafeteria

1633 S. King Street, Honolulu

Pau Hana Hou Concert featuring Kalani Pe'a

A blend of Okinawan and Hawaiian artistry, featuring Grammy & Na Hoku Hanohano award winner Kalani Pe'a. A benefit concert for the Hawaii United Okinawa Association and the Hawaii Academy of Recording Arts. Tickets also available online at https://pauhanahou.eventbrite.com

Doors open 5:30PM, Show starts 6:30PM

Hawaii Okinawa Center

94-587 Ukee Street, Waipahu

Koganji Temple Bon Dance

Annual Buddhist festival

Koganji Temple

2869 Oahu Avenue, Honolulu

Hawaii Kai Community Bookstore Storewide 50% Sale

Storewide Used Book Sale. All proceeds will be used to support projects and programs at the Hawaii Kai Public Library.

8/5 & 8/12 9:30am-3:00pm

8/7 12:30pm-4:30pm

8/8-10 10:00am-4:30pm

Hawaii Kai Public Library

249 Lunalilo Home Road, Honolulu

Maui Hiroshima / Nagasaki Remembrance

Jenny Taira, co-author and composer of the musical “Peace On Your Wings,” is keynote speaker at Maui’s annual commemoration of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

Maui Taiko, plus a scene from the play with 2 original cast members, and koto and vocal music, are also featured on the free inter-cultural program. Origami peace crane making at 5:00pm before program and tea and light refreshment afterward.

The public is invited. Additional parking off Main St., across Bailey House Museum.

Sponsored by Maui Peace Education Foundation (a 501 c3 non-profit).

Iao United Church of Christ

2371 W. Vineyard St., Wailuku

Pearl City Hongwanji Mission Annual Obon Dance

The Fukushima Ondo and the Young Okinawans will perform both nights. Bon dance is from 7 pm to 10 pm. Food, crafts, country store opens at 530pm. Hatsubon service will be held only on Saturday August 12 at 5:45 pm. Children's games begin at 7:00 pm. Public is invited.

Bon dance practices will be held on August 8 and 9 from 7-9 pm.

For further information, call the office at 455-1680 from 9 am to noon Monday through Friday.

Pearl City Hongwanji Mission grounds

858 Second Street, Pearl City

Oahu Heart Walk

The Oahu Heart Walk is designed to bring families and friends together to learn, share and practice lifestyle habits that will lead to healthier, longer lives free of heart disease and stroke. Participants are encouraged to raise money to support the Association’s work to end heart disease and stroke, and improve Hawaii resident’s health.

Kapiolani Park

3840 Paki Avenue, Honolulu

Higashi Obon Service And Bon Dance

6:00pm Service to remember and pay respect to your ancestors who passed away.

7:00pm-10:30pm Bon dance to follow after the service to help celebrate this festivity.

Shave ice, hot dog, saimin, andagi, refreshments and other food items will be available for purchase. Proceeds to be used for temple expenses. Event is free to the public.

Hilo Higashi Hongwanji Temple (Service), Makai Parking Lot (Bon Dance)

216 Mohouli Street, Hilo