Artists Arthur Johnsen, Your Portrait, in oils on canvas or wooden panel, a two-hour sitting or less at the artists studio near Kehena. $150.00 (Trades welcome, massage, house cleaning, studio assistance, yard or auto care). 965-7642, email: AJ@arthurjohnsen.com, website: http://arthurjohnsen.com. Other commissions available. Beaches Kehena Beach Hwy 137, 19 mi marker beautiful black sand, clothing optional. RICHARDSONS BEACH End of Kalanianaole Ave, Keaukaha, Hilo Most likely to see fags on the far end. Bookstores Borders 301 Maka'ala St, Hilo (808) 933-1410 Good selection of gay magazines & books. Go shopping or just browse the books, CDs, and clientele.
Catering
KARESANSUI CUISINE- Private Gourmet Chef Services - Executive Chef Mike Fennelly and French Sous-Chef Denis Fuster offer private chef services island wide, for private parties, corporate events, weddings, etc. Chef Fennelly is a renowned executive chef, praised by Food and Wine's top ten list, Esquire's top 100 restaurants as well as a score of Food Network specials and PBS Great Chef's series. He worked as the Executive Chef for Restaurant Kaikodo in Hilo for several years and just recently participated in the Big Island Festival at the Hilton Waikoloa. His unique cuisine integrates his artistic vision, while combining Eastern and Western ingredients into healthy, yet elegant and delicious gourmet foods. For menu ideas and additional information, contact us at karecater@yahoo.com or 808-640-5381.
Church/Religious/Spiritual
Open Arms MCC.
Serving ALL God's Children With Aloha! "Come As You Are - You'll Be Loved"
Open Arms MCC Values
Inclusion. Love is our greatest moral value and resisting exclusion is a primary focus of our ministry. We want to continue to be the conduits of a faith where everyone is included in the family of God, and where all parts of our being are welcomed at God’s table.
Community. Offering a safe and open community for people to worship, learn and grow in their faith is our deep desire. We are committed to equipping ourselves and each other to do the work that God has called us to do in the world.
Spiritual Transformation. Providing a message of liberation from the oppressive religious environment of our day or to those experiencing God for the first time is what guides our ministry. We believe that when people are invited to experience God through the life and ministry of Christ, lives will be transformed.
Social Action. Working to talk less and do more, we are committed to resisting the structures that oppress people and standing with to those who suffer under the weight of oppressive systems, being guided always by our commitment to Global Human Rights.
Rev. Debbie Martin, Pastor
Rev. Rodney Staples, Associate Pastor
Open Arms Metropolitan Community Church Meets at:
Ainaloa Long House, Ainaloa Blvd, Pahoa Hawaii
Contact Phones:
David Godoy, 808-966-8720
Rev. Debbie Martin, 808-937-0422
Website: www.openarmspuna.com Email: RevElderDeb@aol.com
Mailing Address: P O Box 1292, Pahoa Hawaii 96778
Counseling/Psychotherapy
 I have 28 years experience primarily working with gay and lesbian clients. Over the years I have had a great deal of experience working with most of the issues affecting our community. This includes intimacy and relationship issues, depression, anxiety, addictions including alcohol, drugs and behavioral addictions such as sex and love addiction. I have also been highly involved in health care issues such as AIDS and other STD's and I have helped many people work through the pain of internalized homophobia that has been passed down to them through their churches or family. I work from a curious stance with each person to fully understand what they are struggling with and work as an ally in healing instead of a top down approach. I have office hours in Hilo and for an additional fee I also accommodate those who prefer to have me come to their home for individual or couples therapy sessions. Life is too short to suffer. Please contact me with any questions or to schedule an appointment. Glenn Pressel, MA, MFT 808-987-6078 gapressel@msn.com
Entertainment The Palace Theatre
38 Haili, Hilo HI 96720 934-7777
Historic theatre home to recent theatrical releases as well as silent classics accompanied by live organist. www.hilopalace.com Erotica Love Notes & Videos 339 E Kawili, Hilo (808) 961-4438 Videos, Toys. Gyms Aloha Fitness Club
215 Railroad Ave (between Maka'ala and Kukila)
Hilo, HI.
1400sf of free weights, machines and some cardio equipment. Low cost...only $20 per month with no contracts. Open 7 days a week. M-F 8am to 8pm; Sat 8am to noon; Sun noon to 4pm. Personal Trainer owned and operated. Come by for a free trial visit. Just mention you saw us at outinhawaii.com. Mahalo 933-1544 or email: AlohaFitness@cs.com
Health & Wellness
Receive lively, engaging support to gently reduce and eliminate the results of excess stress, decades of emotional baggage &/or energy-depleting weight. Join our gay men's support teams to begin making life-enhancing changes, one day at a time. Questions? Call Souldancer (Hilo / Big Island) 866-357-4318
The S.R.G. Counseling Group
P.O. Box 1341 Pahoa, Hi. 96778
(Our "kuelena" is to be client centered)
services since 1981
We provide liscenced Individual and family mental health counseling and children's pro-social group activities in the Pahoa area. We operate in a quiet, confidential atmosphere providing treatment just 5 minutes from Pahoa. Liscened professioanl therapists and theraputic aide services are available by appointment. We specilize in treatment of anxiety and depression, relationship difficulties, coping with medical dificulties, addictive conditions, sexuality minoroty issues, single parent and parent-child difficulties.
We currently accept HMSA and HMSA Quest Insurances.
 For Intake Contact: Frank Capatch LCSW at (808)-938-6565 or email at frangipon@aol.com
Hiking/Camping
Interested in hiking and camping on the Big Island? Join BIG ISLAND LIKE HIKE group for our first hike of 2008, on FEB 24th. If interested, or if you want to be included in the emailing list for future activities, please contact: bigislandlikehike@yahoo.com. Members will be able to suggest their favorite trails and camp sites for this year's calendar!
HIV News & Information
HIHAF - Hawaii Island HIV/AIDS Foundation, Free HIV testing, information & referral, support, education/prevention, food pantry, housing, free condoms and lube, youth programs, emergency financial support. We have two offices plus community outreach workers to help support you. www.hihaf.org - mailto: hihaf@hihaf.org. Hawaii Island HIV/AIDS Foundation, 16-204 Melekahiwa Place, Suite 1, Keaau, HI 96749
HIV TEST SITE Waiakea Health Center 191 Kuawa St, Hilo 974-4247 H-DAP Hawaii Drug Assistance Program 732-0315 Provides HIV-related drugs free to qualified individuals. H-SPAMM Hawaii Seropositivity and Medical Management Program 732-0026 Free twice yearly physical exam and lab tests for HIV+ individuals. HIV News & Information
Life Insurance
Are you over 40? HIV positive?
We offer Life Insurance without
medical examination. Our agents cover
all islands. For details please contact
Christine Scherr at:
Financial Planning Services
1188 Bishop Street, Suite 2604
Honolulu, HI 96813
Phone: 808 523 8413
e-mail: Christine_scherr@yahoo.com
or
Rogerio Koury Menescal, Ph.D.Financial Services Professional
1188 Bishop Street, Suite 2604
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 926 2598 (work)(808) 255 3681 (cell)
E-mail: rkmenescal@hotmail.com
Massage Lew Schwenk: Come enjoy a Watsu or land massage at our soothing oceanside facility in Kaimu-Kalapana, near Pahoa, on the East (Hilo) side of the island. We offer Watsu, WaterDance and Healing Dance in a private warm-water pool. On land you may choose between Hawaiian Lomilomi, Swedish/Esalen, Shiatsu, or Deep-Tissue massage. Or try Shwatsu, 1/2 shiatsu and 1/2 Watsu (available in 1-1/2- and 2-hour sessions only). Rates: $75.00 for 1 hour; $105.00 for 1-1/2 hours; $135.00 for 2 hours. Kama`aina and other discounts are available. Call or email for more detailed information or to schedule an appointment: (808) 965-8400. Lew@bigislandwatsu.com. We have several friendly, experienced therapists available and can accommodate simultaneous sessions for couples and friends. Lew Schwenk, LMT #6688, CWP, CWDP. We accept cash, checks, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover Card. Byron Pranger: Massage Therapy $45 for one hour in Hilo. I do a combination of Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports and LomiLomi. I've been a personal fitness trainer for over 20 years. You will not be dissapointed. All my clients are regulars. Limited slots during the day until Noon. Saturdays 9am till 8pm if available. Byron Pranger LMT, CFT II. Mat#6862. 895-5951. rottrunner@yahoo.com Dwight: Enjoy the relaxing and theraputic benefits of table massage or water massage at our Kaimu oceanfront property. Hawaiian LomiLomi, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Body Electric - Sacred Intimate. Watsu, WaterDance, Healing Dance. Water massage is done in a pool heated to skin temperature (95 degrees). Or try "THE WORKS" 1/2 table massage and 1/2 water massage. Rates: sliding scale, $50 - $150 for 1 hour to 1 1/2 hour session. Kama'aina, trade, and other discounts available. Call Dwight at (808) 965-8500. email: warmwatermassage@aol.com http://home.earthlink.net/~massage4men Hawaii LMT#6965, CWP, CWDP
Mortgages
Tim DeLozier, Asst. Vice President, AMERA Mortgage Corporation
1438 Kilauea Avenue, Suite #3
Hilo, HI 96720
808-935-6711
www.ameramortgage.com/hilo
Newspapers The Honolulu Advertiser Tribune Herald Hawaii Island Journal Photography Hawaiian, Fine Art Nudes, Photo-Services www.melchorruiz.com Political / Social / Support East Hawaii Lesbian Support Group Contact Berna 949-3417 GLO Gay and Lesbian Ohana Student Organization, University of Hawaii, Hilo & Hawaii Community College, Hilo. Contact Lenard, (808) 981-2428 OR call the GLBT Support line at (808) 969-9815 Civil Unions - Civil Rights http://www.civilunions-civilrights.org PFLAG Click here for web site PFLAG-Hilo meets the first Wednesday of each month at 6 PM at the Church of the Holy Cross, 440 W. Lanikaula, across the street from UH-Hilo and mauka of the YMCA. Marriage Project Hawaii Hilo Ongoing meetings in Hilo, Contact Amy at 959-5784 1690 Kinoole St. Hilo HI 96720 University of Hawaii Hilo Women's Center 974-7306 Womyn's Potluck Brunch 2nd Sun contact Diana 328-2441 email: hokudi@aol.com Publications Lezbrunch Bunch Bulletin Contact Diana Duff at 328-2441 to subscribe. PUNA NEWS, Published every two weeks, on the 7th and 21st of every month, and is widely distributed (free) from Volcano to Kalani Honua, and every town in between. Puna News features local writers and some political columns, with news of the Puna District. Letters and articles are always welcome. 965-7139 or dtemple@interpac.net
Physicians
Stefan Carl Harmeling, MD
Aloha Nui Family Practice, LLC
HIV/ AIDS specialty medical clinic
100 Pauahi Street, Ste 201
Hilo, Hawai'i 96720
808.961.1400
808.961.1300(fax)
"I hope to develop and nurture a specialized medical practice that can address the unique concerns and medical needs of those persons living in Hawai'i with HIV and AIDs".
-Stefan Carl Harmeling, MD
Restaurants & Coffee Island Cantina, The newest jewel in historic downtown Hilo is the "Island Cantina" restaurant. Come enjoy authentic Mexican food and the friendly ambiance "ON THE PARK " at 110 Kakakaua St. Open 11 am to 9 pm with live misic nightly. 969-7009
Kope Kope Espresso Bar Located in Hilo Shopping Center, serving the island's best espresso, specialty coffee drinks, granitas and smoothies too. Many unique gifts to choose from. Stop by and talk story! Kope Kope, espressing aloha in every cup. 933-1221
Godmothers 15-2969 Pahoa Rd, Pahoa 965-0055 Italian, breakfast lunch, dinner, full bar, inside & outside dining.
Bears coffee 106 Keawe, Hilo 935-0708 Sidewalk tables, espresso, waffles, sandwiches. Mostly likely place in Hilo to spot a local queer.
Retail PUHI BAY BEACH STORE 1283 Kalanianaole Ave, Keaukaha 969-1434 Beer, munchies, Puna gourmet Kona coffee, Rainbow pride decals & jewelry Aikane Kona Coffee, A 4 acre gay-owned estate coffee farm that won 2nd place in the Kona Coffee Cupping Competition in 2001. They take extreme care to produce a premier, and distinct, expression of the Kona appellation. * Estate Grown * Hand Picked * Sun Dried * Custom Roasted * Handsome Flavors * www.AikaneKonaCoffee.com
Toll-Free (866) 371-6892 Fax (808) 329-9260.
75-5522 Keke Street, Holualoa, Hawaii 96725-9600
The Girl Next Door. 223-B Kilauea Avenue,
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
808-933-1460 info@thegirlnextdoorhawaii.com,
www.thegirlnextdoorhawaii.com  OBJECTS OF VIRTUE:
Pride Gifts & Creations;
Lingerie, Jewelry, Leather;
T-shirts, stickers, cards;
Adult Toys & Videos;
Smoke Shop In Rear;
High Quality Blown Glass
Made In Hawaii;
Local Artists supported;
Local Resource / Services center.
Real Estate East
Richard Geddes, Realtor/Broker, Pahoa Realty, in the Center of Pahoa Town on
the Big Island. Fast, efficient, knowledgeable service. 808-965-99500(o)
808-965-9047(h), 808-937-2142(c) 888-965-2345(toll free)
richard@easthawaiiagent.com
Please check out my website!
Richard M. Geddes,RB, e-PRO
http://www.easthawaiiagent.com
richard@easthawaiiagent.com
888-965-2345(TOLL FREE)
808-965-9500 (OFFICE)
808-937-2142(c)
808-965-8948(fax)
  Steve Matthews, ra. / CLARK REALTY, Cell (808) 640-9500, Fax (866) 305-1428 - toll free, VoiceMail (866) 305-1428 - anytime/toll free, Email Steve@HawaiiREServices.com, Mail Box 7312 Hilo, Hawaii 96720
David Deweese and John Dirgo,
John Dirgo john@hawaiirealproperty.com
Denis Fuster, RE/MAX Island Surf Realty, Pahoa. A gay man who has been living and investing in Hawaii for years, Denis is best suited to help you with your Real Estate needs, island wide. For excellence in customer service and real estate investment guidance, contact me at dfuster@hawaiiantel.net or call me directly e at 808-640-5381 - Office: 808-965-9903
Glenn Pressel, RA Coldwell Banker Day_Lum Properties,  Hilo, HI 96720.
808-987-6078 mobile, 808-935-0399 office, e-mailto: gpressel@daylum.com. Working with "Family" brings joy to transactions that are often filled with
difficult emotions. I specialize in East Hawaii. Let's work together on your
next home.
Hawaii Kit Home Built on Your Lot. Elaine and Amy will help you find a buildable lot, design your home for it, and produce the necessary documentation to start the construction. Peter and the crew at Kavana Homes, Inc. will build your new kit home in 9 months. We've built over 500 homes on the big island! Check out our web site at http://www.kavanahomes.com . Phone: 808-989-0894. email: elaine@kavanahomes.com
 
Residential homes for rent on the Big Island of Hawaii.Three, two and one bedroom homes available for rent in the Puna district. RE/MAX Island Surf Realty (808) 937-0591 Edmund Kealaluhi Jr., R(S) Property Manager, Direct: (808) 937-0591 Fax: (808) 966-9832 edmund@kealaluhi.com 
Tax Services
Big Island Tax Service
Specializing in Tax Returns for:
Individuals
Self Employed
Small Businesses
Income Properties
1031 Exchanges
Get faster refunds by using Electronic Filing & Direct Deposit with no extra fee.
Reasonable Rates.
Patrick Brun
808-959-7633 (Hilo)
patbrun@hawaiiantel.net
Kevin E Lewis, EA CFP, Enrolled Agent & Certified
Financial Planner, Income Tax & Financial Services,
(808) 934-0144, web: www.HiloTaxMan.com email:
hiloagent@yahoo.com
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Lava & Quakes
Kurt & Kirsten Carlson, R(S) specialize on the West Side of the Big Island and donate a portion of every commission to Hawaii's Habitat for Humanity. Toll Free: 1-888-696-KONA (5662) 