About Our Programs
To properly engage with the many types of education available in our diverse community, the Arts & Sciences Center offers a variety of programs. Consider which is the most appropriate for your vision and refer to its specific requirements to get an idea for how your Program may come to life.
Start Something New
Our Program Catalog illustrates how individuals, businesses, and organizations may collaborate with the Arts & Sciences Center to achieve mutual goals. Even if you've just got an idea you'd like to explore, resources are available to help you take it to a point of funding, implementation, and tangible action. See which of our Programs seems like the best fit for you, and propose your Program using one of the forms linked below. We’re excited to see what can be done together!
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Courses
Courses (classes, series) are progressive and meet on a regular basis to deeply explore a specific subject or develop a specialized skill. Facilitating your own course requires a high level of preparation and commitment.
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Festivals
Festivals (fairs, carnivals) are open to the general public and offer multiple points of interest (these may include demonstrations, entertainment, activities, food, vendors, etc.). These multifaceted and larger-scale events can range from several hours to several days depending on the need.
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Events
Events (lectures, seminars, symposiums, workshops) are focused one-time offerings. If leading a course feels overwhelming to you, an event may be a more comfortable option.
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Clubs
Clubs are offered to Pahoa youth after school hours and during school intersessions. ASC organizes a schedule and arranges enrollment, so this is a great way to facilitate a youth program if youʻre not wanting to launch your own separate program.
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Fiscal Sponsorship
Fiscal Sponsorships are available for our partners needing a 501(c)3 to receive funding through.
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Partnerships
Partnerships are a way for individuals, organizations, or local businesses to work with ASC in other creative ways to deliver on our goals and mission.
Puna Rising
Visit the website of one of our community partners, which inspires & informs Puna residents & visitors to engage and collaborate through their virtual network by providing up to date social, political, and economic resources
Past Programs
Young Entrepreneur Mentorship
In partnership with Puna Rising, the Arts & Sciences Center (ASC) is thrilled to offer an exclusive program FREE to a limited number of Big Island Entrepreneurs between the ages of 18-25. Whether you have a business idea or something that's up-and-running, you're invited to benefit from what this program has to offer.
Sessions begin virtually February 4 and meet twice a week - on Tuesdays and Thursdays - through April 17, with a week off for Spring break. Each 90-minute Zoom session will include a lesson and discussion as well as designated time to discuss homework from any previous sessions. We will gather in person for a final graduation ceremony in May.
Young Entrepreneur Mentorship
In partnership with Puna Rising, the Arts & Sciences Center (ASC) is thrilled to offer an exclusive program FREE to a limited number of Big Island Entrepreneurs between the ages of 18-25. Whether you have a business idea or something that's up-and-running, you're invited to benefit from what this program has to offer.
Sessions begin virtually February 4 and meet twice a week - on Tuesdays and Thursdays - through April 17, with a week off for Spring break. Each 90-minute Zoom session will include a lesson and discussion as well as designated time to discuss homework from any previous sessions. We will gather in person for a final graduation ceremony in May.
Young Entrepreneur Mentorship
In partnership with Puna Rising, the Arts & Sciences Center (ASC) is thrilled to offer an exclusive program FREE to a limited number of Big Island Entrepreneurs between the ages of 18-25. Whether you have a business idea or something that's up-and-running, you're invited to benefit from what this program has to offer.
Sessions begin virtually February 4 and meet twice a week - on Tuesdays and Thursdays - through April 17, with a week off for Spring break. Each 90-minute Zoom session will include a lesson and discussion as well as designated time to discuss homework from any previous sessions. We will gather in person for a final graduation ceremony in May.
Young Entrepreneur Mentorship
In partnership with Puna Rising, the Arts & Sciences Center (ASC) is thrilled to offer an exclusive program FREE to a limited number of Big Island Entrepreneurs between the ages of 18-25. Whether you have a business idea or something that's up-and-running, you're invited to benefit from what this program has to offer.
Sessions begin virtually February 4 and meet twice a week - on Tuesdays and Thursdays - through April 17, with a week off for Spring break. Each 90-minute Zoom session will include a lesson and discussion as well as designated time to discuss homework from any previous sessions. We will gather in person for a final graduation ceremony in May.
Young Entrepreneur Mentorship
In partnership with Puna Rising, the Arts & Sciences Center (ASC) is thrilled to offer an exclusive program FREE to a limited number of Big Island Entrepreneurs between the ages of 18-25. Whether you have a business idea or something that's up-and-running, you're invited to benefit from what this program has to offer.
Sessions begin virtually February 4 and meet twice a week - on Tuesdays and Thursdays - through April 17, with a week off for Spring break. Each 90-minute Zoom session will include a lesson and discussion as well as designated time to discuss homework from any previous sessions. We will gather in person for a final graduation ceremony in May.
Willy Wonka Jr. Auditions
Willy Wonka Jr. Musical Auditions are after school next week Monday-Wednesday (November 18-20) in "MathLand" open to *K-12 HAAS students!
Can email HAAS Activities Coordinator, McLean via meames@haaspcs.net for any accommodations, questions, or requests for audition support.
Non-singing, tech, and costume/set design roles available too! There's something for everyone. This is a great opportunity to collaborate with a wide range of HAAS students and be part of an exciting community event.
Drama Club productions really have a way of uniting forever friends, creating lifelong memories, and helping kids identify hidden strengths and break through self-limitations.
Willy Wonka Jr. Auditions
Willy Wonka Jr. Musical Auditions are after school next week Monday-Wednesday (November 18-20) in "MathLand" open to *K-12 HAAS students!
Can email HAAS Activities Coordinator, McLean via meames@haaspcs.net for any accommodations, questions, or requests for audition support.
Non-singing, tech, and costume/set design roles available too! There's something for everyone. This is a great opportunity to collaborate with a wide range of HAAS students and be part of an exciting community event.
Drama Club productions really have a way of uniting forever friends, creating lifelong memories, and helping kids identify hidden strengths and break through self-limitations.
Willy Wonka Jr. Auditions
Willy Wonka Jr. Musical Auditions are after school next week Monday-Wednesday (November 18-20) in "MathLand" open to *K-12 HAAS students!
Can email HAAS Activities Coordinator, McLean via meames@haaspcs.net for any accommodations, questions, or requests for audition support.
Non-singing, tech, and costume/set design roles available too! There's something for everyone. This is a great opportunity to collaborate with a wide range of HAAS students and be part of an exciting community event.
Drama Club productions really have a way of uniting forever friends, creating lifelong memories, and helping kids identify hidden strengths and break through self-limitations.
Business Development
Big Island Entrepreneurs are invited to join our second round of this 12 week comprehensive course. You’ll walk away with a solid understanding of what it takes to operate a successful small business, and important documents to help get you there.
Tax Info for Artists
Taxes are confusing for just about everyone, but have an extra learning curve for entrepreneurs and Artists. Join us to learn tips and tricks of doing it yourself.
Growing Artists: Big Island Oasis
Artist and Entrepreneur Dan Madsen will join us to share how he infuses his unique art into his business endeavors, going back to a skate company he founded in high school to his Hilo storefront and tiny home business.
Growing Artists: eCommerce Platform Breakdown
Choosing an online sales platform for your art can be an overwhelming task. We’re going to look at the most popular options and break down their pros, cons, fees, and more in this session.
Growing Artists: Talk Story with Stoneface Hawaii
Greg Henkel will tell us about the evolution of Stoneface Hawaii, a collection of high-quality home decor items inspired by the sacred ecoystems of Hawai’i. Click here to register for this event.
Growing Artists: How to Brand Your Art
Attend this session to learn about free & easy resources you can use to create polished networking tools. Click here to register for this event.
Growing Artists: The Business of Your Art
Join us for our very first session, where we’ll preview the program and discuss the business basics required to succeed as an Artist. Click here to register for this event.
Business Development Q&A
Attend this free Q&A session to learn more about our 12 week comprehensive Business Development Course starting Wednesday, September 1st. Email us at info@hiasc.org to get the virtual attendance link.
Mindful Forgiveness
Based from Fred Luskin’s, “Forgive for Good” & Dr. Thao Le, Adapted by JoYi Rhyss:
Learn to let go of despair, hopelessness, helplessness, and anger while increasing peace, hope, and joy in this 6-week workshop where we sift through stories of suffering or regret that keep us ruminating in who or what we once were so that we may make room for who we want to be going forward.
A therapeutic workshop that builds every day skills to lead a life in the drivers seat.
$80 for 6-week course or $20 per day, held on Zoom
Mindful Forgiveness
Based from Fred Luskin’s, “Forgive for Good” & Dr. Thao Le, Adapted by JoYi Rhyss:
Learn to let go of despair, hopelessness, helplessness, and anger while increasing peace, hope, and joy in this 6-week workshop where we sift through stories of suffering or regret that keep us ruminating in who or what we once were so that we may make room for who we want to be going forward.
A therapeutic workshop that builds every day skills to lead a life in the drivers seat.
$80 for 6-week course or $20 per day, held on Zoom
Mindful Forgiveness
Based from Fred Luskin’s, “Forgive for Good” & Dr. Thao Le, Adapted by JoYi Rhyss:
Learn to let go of despair, hopelessness, helplessness, and anger while increasing peace, hope, and joy in this 6-week workshop where we sift through stories of suffering or regret that keep us ruminating in who or what we once were so that we may make room for who we want to be going forward.
A therapeutic workshop that builds every day skills to lead a life in the drivers seat.
$80 for 6-week course or $20 per day, held on Zoom
Ke Ao Polohiwa Kāne
Hua ʻĀina presents a workshop on the Summer Solstice in Hawaiʻi. Come learn about Ke Ao Polohiwa a Kāne and Hawaiʻi perspectives of the Summer Solstice.
This workshop will be held on Zoom.
Kanaloa of the Ocean
Hua ʻĀina presents an introduction to the Kanaloa of the Ocean. This workshop will focus on the aspects associated with Hawaiʻi perspectives of ocean life and how it relates to today.
Come learn about Hawaiʻi perspectives of of the ocean at this workshop held on Zoom.
Mohala Mentoring
Theme of Fulfilling Your Needs, for HAAS 7th, 8th, & InDigital students