To celebrate National Coffee With a Cop Day, and the Hawai‘i CountyPolice Department is hosting five events across Hawaiʻi Island. During the events, which are scheduled to take place in Waimea, Honoka‘a, Kea‘au, Pāhoa, and Keauhou, the public will have the opportunity to get to know their law enforcement officers in a casual environment while enjoying refreshments. Conversation topics can range from community issues to personal anecdotes. Further details about today’s events can be found below:WaimeaStarbucksParker Ranch Center, 67-1185 Māmalahoa Highway8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.Honoka‘aTex Drive In45-690 Pakalana Street7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.Kea‘auCoffee Bean & Tea Leaf16-0586 Old Volcano Road7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.PāhoaAinaloa Long House16-0303 Ainaloa Boulevard8:00 a.m. to 10 a.m.KeauhouPeaberry and GaletteKeauhou Shopping Center78-6831 Ali’i Drive8:00 a.m. to 10 a.m.National Coffee With a Cop Day began as part of National Community Policing Week in 2016 and now continues each year on the first Wednesday in October furthering efforts nationwide to bridge the gap between the community and law enforcement.