Tuesday, Nov. 30 -- and every Tuesday -- Hilo Toastmasters Club hosts its weekly Zoom meeting between noon and 1 p.m. Improve your public speaking skills through practice speeches, attentive listening, and giving and receiving feedback. Visit HiloToastmasters.com for more information. Toastmasters is an international nonprofit that encourages leadership and communication through public speaking.
On Wednesday, Dec. 1, a Reiki Level II Practitioner Certification workshop will take place at Halai Healing Place, located at 75-5737 Kuakini Highway in Kailua-Kona, between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. 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 by calling 808-987-6010. This class is offered virtually as well.
On Saturday, Dec. 4, and Sunday, Dec. 5, join the 14th Annual Paradise Studio Tour at Hawaiian Paradise Park, Keaau, Puna District, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. both days. The public is invited to view the works of over 20 local artists, including oil painting, watercolors, collage, pastels, acrylic, wood, sculpture, jewelry making, pottery, ceramics, silk painting, fashion art, photography and more. Ten percent of the proceeds from sales will be donated to art departments of local high schools. For more information, go to ParadiseStudioTour.com or call 808-982-5150.
On Sunday, Dec. 5 -- and every Sunday -- between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., be sure to visit the Farmers' Market at Hamakua Harvest at 44-2600 Mamalahoa Highway in Waimea. Shop for locally produced goods while enjoying 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. HubHawaii says, "Drink a coconut, buy a T-shirt and experience the warm hospitality of Hamakua." For more information, email info@hamakuaharvest.org or visit HamakuaHarvest.org.