Every Tuesday, join the Hilo Toastmasters Club online through Zoom between noon and 1 p.m. Improve your public speaking skills and have fun while doing it. Toastmasters International is a nonprofit organization that fosters communication and leadership by providing opportunities to practice public speaking, attentive listening, and giving and receiving feedback. Visit HiloToastmasters.com for more information.
On Wednesday, Nov. 10, between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m., Halai Healing Place in Kailua Kona or Kapa'au is hosting a Reiki Practitioner Level II Training session. Reiki practitioners who have already completed level I training are invited to take their practice further and learn about distance healing and mental treatments for anxiety, negative thoughts and trauma. Registration is required at HalaiHealingPlace.com, or you can call 808-987-6010. Remote options are available as well.
Nov. 1 through Nov. 22, between noon and 1 p.m., attend a Permaculture Design Certification Course, located at 7 Noni Farms Road in Pahoa. This is an opportunity to expand your understanding of the natural world. Be certified in Permaculture Design by local experts at this fully off-grid eco-village in the Puna region. For more information, visit KumukahiVillage.com.
On Saturday, Nov. 13, between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m., take an Introductory Energy Medicine Workshop at Halai Healing Place in Kailua-Kona. In this beginner-level two-day class, students will learn about Eastern philosophies and study the human energy system, focusing on the chakra system to learn how it influences the body's natural healing abilities. No prior experience is necessary, and all are welcome. Registration is required at HalaiHealingPlace.com or call 808-987-6010.
This Sunday and every Sunday, be sure to visit the Farmers' Market at Hamakua Harvest between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. It's located at 44-2600 Mamalahoa Highway in Waimea. The market offers locally produced goods, ono food, live music and a fun atmosphere. The beautiful ocean view and local character provide an ideal gathering place for the whole family. Leashed dogs are welcome, and SNAP/EBT is accepted. For more information, email info@hamakuaharvest.org or visit HamakuaHarvest.org.