Events

Join the Rotary Club of Hickam Pearl Harbor for our General Membership Meeting at Big City Diner.

Please pre-order your meal here: https://square.link/u/AuhqfLUO

When not ordering food from the restaurant, suggested donation for Members: $5 / Non-Members: $10

Meeting Agenda

1. Room Opens at 5:30pm for check in / Networking
2. Meeting Begins at 6:00pm
3. Opening Thought of the Day
4. Introduction of Guests
5. Rotary Minute (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
6. Happy Dollars
7. Committee Reports (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
8. Speaker
9. Announcements / Next Event / Next Meeting
10. 4-Way Test
11. Close / Networking

Join us for a special evening as we welcome our newest members into the Rotary ʻohana! 🎉

✨ New Member Induction led by Assistant Governor Tina Doty
📅 Tuesday, October 21, 2025
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Big City Diner, Pearlridge

Come celebrate fellowship, service, and community as we continue to grow together in “Service Above Self.” Let’s give our new members the warm aloha spirit that makes our club shine! 🌺💙

Volunteers Needed

Join the Rotary Club of Hickam Pearl Harbor as we serve our friends at the Keauhou Shelter.

Setup begins at 6:00pm.

About Keauhou Shelter

Keauhou (Keauhou means “a new beginning”) is located at 1020 Isenberg St in Honolulu (Map). We accept walk-ins and referrals based on availability. Walk-ins can come as early as 8:30 a.m. to fill out an intake pre-application. If space is available, staff will schedule a new time for applicant to return to complete the admission paperwork (no later than 4 p.m.).

Keauhou provides emergency housing using the Housing First model. This model allows us to enroll clients straight from the street and assist them once they are housed. Keauhou holds 75 clients in a dormitory-type arrangement with shared bathrooms and showers, shared kitchen, and laundry spaces.

Services include:

• Emergency shelter for couples and individuals
• Housing placement assistance
• Job training
• Obtain documents (State ID, social security card, etc.)
• Mail services

Eligibility Criteria:

• Homeless or at risk of being homeless.

The HPH Board of Directors (BOD) meet monthly to discuss club health, goals and strategy. 

This meeting is for officers, directors, committee chairs and invited guests. To learn more about the Board and Club Committees, click here.

To add an item to the agenda, email the Club president

To view past meeting minutes, go to RotaryHPH.org > News & Updates > Meeting Minutes

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Join Hawaii Rotary District 5000 Clubs as we honor our nation's Veterans at US VETS.

We will be collecting items for hygiene kits and non-parishable foods. Please use the link to sign up to complete a hygiene kit.

We need volunteers!

We are in the final planning phase of the joint Hawaii Rotary Community Service Project on November 11 (Veteran's Day) at the US VETS Center located at 91-1039 Shangrila St. (Kapolei).

Arrival & Setup: 9:30am

Setup the foot and water table, accept hygiene kit bags, and non-perishable food donations.

Program & Lunch: 10:00am-1:00pm

After lunch (around 12:30), US VETS Representatives will give our Rotary members a tour of the dorms and tiny home community.

Join the Rotary Club of Hickam Pearl Harbor for our General Membership Meeting at Big City Diner.

Please pre-order your meal here: https://square.link/u/AuhqfLUO

When not ordering food from the restaurant, suggested donation for Members: $5 / Non-Members: $10

Meeting Agenda

1. Room Opens at 5:30pm for check in / Networking
2. Meeting Begins at 6:00pm
3. Opening Thought of the Day
4. Introduction of Guests
5. Rotary Minute (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
6. Happy Dollars
7. Committee Reports (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
8. Speaker
9. Announcements / Next Event / Next Meeting
10. 4-Way Test
11. Close / Networking

Join the Rotary Club of Hickam Pearl Harbor for our General Membership Meeting at Big City Diner.

Please pre-order your meal here: https://square.link/u/AuhqfLUO

When not ordering food from the restaurant, suggested donation for Members: $5 / Non-Members: $10

Meeting Agenda

1. Room Opens at 5:30pm for check in / Networking
2. Meeting Begins at 6:00pm
3. Opening Thought of the Day
4. Introduction of Guests
5. Rotary Minute (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
6. Happy Dollars
7. Committee Reports (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
8. Speaker
9. Announcements / Next Event / Next Meeting
10. 4-Way Test
11. Close / Networking

A Rotarian for 12 years, Lasar Hurd-McCabe has had a varied career. Some highlights include a recent organizing business of 8 years, work at a Japanese bakery, a granola factory, and now as a botanical garden aide.

Volunteering in the succulent garden of Foster Botanical Gardens since 2017, Lasar has taught lei classes, supported the garden festivals, and worked on crafts with friends she made there.

Now a part-time employee, Lasar staffs the Wahiawa Botanical Garden one day per week. She prepares or teaches classes including: succulent wreaths, pressed flowers, dried botanical arrangements, and more. Lasar is crafty and loves plants, though she has murdered many of them.

Lasar's favorite people in the world are her husband, Patrick, her children Paul, Peter, and Olivia, her parents, and her sister. Rotarians and volunteers are her 2nd favorite. 

Help Dole Middle School collect toys, toiletries, food and clothing from a long convoy of cool cars! 9 car clubs will be stopping at Dole Middle School to drop their donations before heading to their rally. We will unload donations, sort, etc. and will benefit the students' families. An easy pop-in and pop-out event, any of your time will be appreciated.

Zoom call 

The HPH Board of Directors (BOD) meet monthly to discuss club health, goals and strategy. 

This meeting is for officers, directors, committee chairs and invited guests. To learn more about the Board and Club Committees, click here.

To add an item to the agenda, email the Club president

To view past meeting minutes, go to RotaryHPH.org > News & Updates > Meeting Minutes

Subscribe to this Calendar

Using the URL below with your calendar software, you can stay up to date with events from this website.

Join the Rotary Club of Hickam Pearl Harbor for our General Membership Meeting at Big City Diner.

Please pre-order your meal here: https://square.link/u/AuhqfLUO

When not ordering food from the restaurant, suggested donation for Members: $5 / Non-Members: $10

Meeting Agenda

1. Room Opens at 5:30pm for check in / Networking
2. Meeting Begins at 6:00pm
3. Opening Thought of the Day
4. Introduction of Guests
5. Rotary Minute (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
6. Happy Dollars
7. Committee Reports (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
8. Speaker
9. Announcements / Next Event / Next Meeting
10. 4-Way Test
11. Close / Networking

Be a Santa's helper by accompaning a student spend some Christmas money donated by the Rotary Club of Ala Moana! We will help them follow a budget for gifts and clothes. 

Meet at the Walmart on Ke'eaumoku Street at 8:30. Will take an hour or so per student. Please bring a notebook and pens to help keep track of the purchases.

OUR CHRISTMAS MEAL DRIVE IS HERE!

We're collecting goods & funds to help 10 Dole families have some nice meals over the holidays. 

Collection windows for food and money: Dec 9 meeting, Dec 16 Christmas Lights Walk, or drop at Emilie & Dennis' house

If you'd like to donate goods:

- Cans of any meat, chili, ravioli, soup

- Cans of vegetables, fruit

- Pasta, rice, mashed potatoes

- Cookies, candy

If you'd like to go big for a $25 10-lb ham, or just a straight donation of yr choice, please pay at the meeting.

As a special treat we're collecting scented washes, lotions, any bath items for the ladies and men! If you like wrapping bring those done up w/ a note of what it is. 

Questions? Text Lasar at 808-203-8154.

Timeline:

Dec 9 - Drop off goods/$ at our regular meeting

Dec 16 - Drop goods w/ Emilie at the Christmas Walk

Dec 17 - 1:30 Volunteer at Dole to help the Interact Club create the boxes and wrap presents (text Jayce at 808-469-1840 if you're going)

Dec 19 - 12:00 hams and volunteers go to Dole to help distribute to families at 1:00. 2:00 school's out and high-fives all around!

Thanks in advance for your support, it will mean a lot, especially with food assistance programs set to expire soon. The principal has told us they're getting more requests for food than in prior years.

Aloha mau! (Big love!)

The HPH Board of Directors (BOD) meet monthly to discuss club health, goals and strategy. 

This meeting is for officers, directors, committee chairs and invited guests. To learn more about the Board and Club Committees, click here.

To add an item to the agenda, email the Club president

To view past meeting minutes, go to RotaryHPH.org > News & Updates > Meeting Minutes

Subscribe to this Calendar

Using the URL below with your calendar software, you can stay up to date with events from this website.

Join the Rotary Club of Hickam Pearl Harbor for our General Membership Meeting at Big City Diner.

Please pre-order your meal here: https://square.link/u/AuhqfLUO

When not ordering food from the restaurant, suggested donation for Members: $5 / Non-Members: $10

Meeting Agenda

1. Room Opens at 5:30pm for check in / Networking
2. Meeting Begins at 6:00pm
3. Opening Thought of the Day
4. Introduction of Guests
5. Rotary Minute (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
6. Happy Dollars
7. Committee Reports (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
8. Speaker
9. Announcements / Next Event / Next Meeting
10. 4-Way Test
11. Close / Networking

Following general membership meeting

Join the Rotary Club of Hickam Pearl Harbor at our adopted bike path.

We will provide bags, gloves, and tongs. Please bring a refillable water bottle and sun protection.

Meet at the section of the bike path behind Best Buy

Clean up begins at 8:00am.

Join the Rotary Club of Hickam Pearl Harbor for our General Membership Meeting at Big City Diner.

Please pre-order your meal here: https://square.link/u/AuhqfLUO

When not ordering food from the restaurant, suggested donation for Members: $5 / Non-Members: $10

Meeting Agenda

1. Room Opens at 5:30pm for check in / Networking
2. Meeting Begins at 6:00pm
3. Opening Thought of the Day
4. Introduction of Guests
5. Rotary Minute (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
6. Happy Dollars
7. Committee Reports (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
8. Speaker
9. Announcements / Next Event / Next Meeting
10. 4-Way Test
11. Close / Networking

Lennon Akasaka was born in Japan and moved to the United States in the 6th grade. In 2019, he graduated from the University of Hawaii at Manoa with a bachelor's degree in kinesiology and rehabilitation science. Lennon is also certified as a personal trainer by the American College of Sports Medicine and has been performing as a trainer for 10 years. Using his knowledge and experience, Lennon has helped many people overcome their difficulties and achieve fitness goals they never thought possible.

Lennon currently owns Big Blue Fitness Hawaii and hosts a group exercise class called "Mobility and Flexibility" at Kahala Nui and Hawaii Kai Retirement Community, and it is one of the most popular classes he teaches.

At Big Blue Fitness Hawaii, they offer a mobile training service that brings fitness directly to the customer, no gym membership required. They work with clients of all ages and abilities, helping them to build strength, improve mobility, and live healthier, more active lives. Moreover, they specialize in functional training with a strong focus on helping older adults regain confidence and independence through safe, personalized exercise plans. Whether you want to move better, feel stronger, or simply enjoy life more, Big Blue Fitness Hawaii meets you where you are.

The HPH Board of Directors (BOD) meet monthly to discuss club health, goals and strategy. 

This meeting is for officers, directors, committee chairs and invited guests. To learn more about the Board and Club Committees, click here.

To add an item to the agenda, email the Club president

To view past meeting minutes, go to RotaryHPH.org > News & Updates > Meeting Minutes

Subscribe to this Calendar

Using the URL below with your calendar software, you can stay up to date with events from this website.

Join us for the club's Christmas party at Lasar's house! 

• Who? You and your family 
• Where? Lasar & Patrick's house, address provided w/ RSVP 
• When? Feb 7, 5:00-8:00pm
• $10 per adult, children free
• Silly Santa Game - bring a white elephant gift, wrapped, to play

The theme will be La Dolce Vita, with Italian food & cocktails!

Join the Rotary Club of Hickam Pearl Harbor for our General Membership Meeting at Big City Diner.

Please pre-order your meal here: https://square.link/u/AuhqfLUO

When not ordering food from the restaurant, suggested donation for Members: $5 / Non-Members: $10

Meeting Agenda

1. Room Opens at 5:30pm for check in / Networking
2. Meeting Begins at 6:00pm
3. Opening Thought of the Day
4. Introduction of Guests
5. Rotary Minute (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
6. Happy Dollars
7. Committee Reports (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
8. Speaker
9. Announcements / Next Event / Next Meeting
10. 4-Way Test
11. Close / Networking

Will earned his BA in Communication Studies before pursuing a Master's in Theology, and he currently serves as a realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty.

Driven by a deep passion for connecting with and supporting others, Will lends his time to a variety of community organizations, including the Chamber of Commerce Hawai'i and their Young Professionals Program, the Japanese Junior and Chinese Chambers of Commerce, and the Child and Family Service Guild, among others across O'ahu.

In addition to his real estate career, Will also developed a professional interest in soft skills training and co-founded Manifest LLC, offering workshops and speaking engagements to individuals and groups seeking to enhance their interpersonal and leadership skills. In these workshops, he notes that one of the keys to success in any professional or social networking endeavor is presenting yourself in the best way possible to make connections. Learn about essential networking best practices and how to make a memorable impression wherever you go.

Join the Rotary Club of Hickam Pearl Harbor for a Club Assembly at Big City Diner.

Please pre-order your meal here: https://square.link/u/AuhqfLUO

When not ordering food from the restaurant, suggested donation for Members: $5 / Non-Members: $10

Meeting Agenda

1. Room Opens at 5:30pm for check in / Networking
2. Meeting Begins at 6:00pm
3. Opening Thought of the Day
4. Introduction of Guests
5. Rotary Minute (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
6. Happy Dollars
7. Committee Reports (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
8. Speaker
9. Announcements / Next Event / Next Meeting
10. 4-Way Test
11. Close / Networking

Following general membership meeting

Zoom call with the rotary club Pasay Edsa in the Philippines. Discuss possible dates for club members and guests to fly to the Philippines for a service project with our sister club.

Youth Svce cmte mtg zoom

zoom meeting 
 

RotaryHPH.org/zoom

Volunteers Needed

Join the Rotary Club of Hickam Pearl Harbor as we serve our friends at the Keauhou Shelter.

Setup begins at 6:00pm.

About Keauhou Shelter

Keauhou (Keauhou means “a new beginning”) is located at 1020 Isenberg St in Honolulu (Map). We accept walk-ins and referrals based on availability. Walk-ins can come as early as 8:30 a.m. to fill out an intake pre-application. If space is available, staff will schedule a new time for applicant to return to complete the admission paperwork (no later than 4 p.m.).

Keauhou provides emergency housing using the Housing First model. This model allows us to enroll clients straight from the street and assist them once they are housed. Keauhou holds 75 clients in a dormitory-type arrangement with shared bathrooms and showers, shared kitchen, and laundry spaces.

Services include:

• Emergency shelter for couples and individuals
• Housing placement assistance
• Job training
• Obtain documents (State ID, social security card, etc.)
• Mail services

Eligibility Criteria:

• Homeless or at risk of being homeless.

The HPH Board of Directors (BOD) meet monthly to discuss club health, goals and strategy. 

This meeting is for officers, directors, committee chairs and invited guests. To learn more about the Board and Club Committees, click here.

To add an item to the agenda, email the Club president

To view past meeting minutes, go to RotaryHPH.org > News & Updates > Meeting Minutes

Subscribe to this Calendar

Using the URL below with your calendar software, you can stay up to date with events from this website.

Join the Rotary Club of Hickam Pearl Harbor for our General Membership Meeting at Big City Diner.

Please pre-order your meal here: https://square.link/u/AuhqfLUO

When not ordering food from the restaurant, suggested donation for Members: $5 / Non-Members: $10

Meeting Agenda

1. Room Opens at 5:30pm for check in / Networking
2. Meeting Begins at 6:00pm
3. Opening Thought of the Day
4. Introduction of Guests
5. Rotary Minute (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
6. Happy Dollars
7. Committee Reports (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
8. Speaker
9. Announcements / Next Event / Next Meeting
10. 4-Way Test
11. Close / Networking

Rydan and Aaliyah are faith driven entrepreneurs and parents who are passionate about helping families improve both their health and their financial future.

Their interest in wellness and GI health grew through years of studying practical health solutions, working directly with families, and helping people make better everyday choices that support long term wellbeing. Through their work in the wellness and e commerce space, they’ve had the opportunity to educate and serve individuals who are looking for simple, effective ways to take better care of their health.

What qualifies them most is not just study, but real world experience working with people, listening to their challenges, and helping them find solutions that fit into everyday life.

Together, they are building a family centered business with the goal of creating greater time freedom while serving their community with integrity and purpose.

Today they’re excited to share practical insights into GI health and why the health of your gut plays such a foundational role in energy, immunity, and overall vitality.

Following general membership meeting

Register here: https://rotaryhph.org/events/rotaryhph-9th-anniversary/

Join us for an exciting Casino Night Fundraiser hosted by the Rotary Club, featuring classic casino games such as blackjack, craps, and roulette. Enjoy an evening of fun, fellowship, and networking with community leaders, professionals, and friends, all while supporting meaningful community projects and local initiatives. No prior casino experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm and generosity. All proceeds benefit Rotary’s service efforts in our community.

Come play, connect, and build relationships—Service Above Self in action through the Rotary Club of Hickam Pearl Harbor.

Join the Rotary Club of Hickam Pearl Harbor for our General Membership Meeting at Big City Diner.

Please pre-order your meal here: https://square.link/u/AuhqfLUO

When not ordering food from the restaurant, suggested donation for Members: $5 / Non-Members: $10

Meeting Agenda

1. Room Opens at 5:30pm for check in / Networking
2. Meeting Begins at 6:00pm
3. Opening Thought of the Day
4. Introduction of Guests
5. Rotary Minute (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
6. Happy Dollars
7. Committee Reports (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
8. Speaker
9. Announcements / Next Event / Next Meeting
10. 4-Way Test
11. Close / Networking

Drive-through drop off will be March 23-25, 8:00 - 3:00 pm at Dole Middle School, the sale will be on Friday, March 27 1:30-3:30 pm.

MEMBERS CAN BRING DONATIONS TO MARCH 10 & 17 MEETINGS

Any clothing donations  are welcome for all ages

Most appreciated: Clothes, basic necessities for struggling families.

Join the Finance Committee in a discussion about the club's finance position and processes. 

Following general membership meeting

Assembling pre-cut planter boxes for the small garden next to preschool and neurodiverse classroom.

Planting donated and purchased plants.

Snacks will be provided, bring your own water.

Wear closed-toe shoes, and take precautions for sun and heat.

And be ready for fun with friends and a beautiful garden!

The HPH Board of Directors (BOD) meet monthly to discuss club health, goals and strategy. 

This meeting is for officers, directors, committee chairs and invited guests. To learn more about the Board and Club Committees, click here.

To add an item to the agenda, email the Club president

To view past meeting minutes, go to RotaryHPH.org > News & Updates > Meeting Minutes

Subscribe to this Calendar

Using the URL below with your calendar software, you can stay up to date with events from this website.

Join the Rotary Club of Hickam Pearl Harbor for our General Membership Meeting at Big City Diner.

Please pre-order your meal here: https://square.link/u/AuhqfLUO

When not ordering food from the restaurant, suggested donation for Members: $5 / Non-Members: $10

Meeting Agenda

1. Room Opens at 5:30pm for check in / Networking
2. Meeting Begins at 6:00pm
3. Opening Thought of the Day
4. Introduction of Guests
5. Rotary Minute (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
6. Happy Dollars
7. Committee Reports (Non Guest Speaker Meetings)
8. Speaker
9. Announcements / Next Event / Next Meeting
10. 4-Way Test
11. Close / Networking

Kathleen Rhoads Merriam moved to Hawaii in 2003 from working at Fountain House, NYC, the largest psychiatric rehabilitation program for adults with mental illness. The Department of Health hired her to strengthen and develop Clubhouse Day programs and since then, she has held a variety of positions with the Adult Mental Health Division.

Kathleen joined Rotary as soon as she moved to Hawaii and met her husband and former district governor, Mark.

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor; she has worked in mental health services over 35 years.

Kathleen’s perspective comes from being a consumer, family member, provider, and administrator in mental health. She believes her own experience in various mental health systems as someone living with Bipolar illness has provided her with the greatest wisdom.

Kathleen is the recipient of the Mental Health Outstanding Government Leader Award and the Department of Health Sustained Superior Performance Award. Additionally, she is the Past President of the Rotary Club of Metropolitan Honolulu and a current member of the Kaneohe Rotary Club.

Volunteers Needed!

Join the Rotary Club of Hickam Pearl Harbor at our adopted bike path.

We will provide bags, gloves, and tongs. Please bring a refillable water bottle and sun protection.

Meet at the section of the bike path behind Best Buy

Clean up begins at 8:00am.