The state will hold a "Kama'aina Come Home" event June 19 in San Diego in an effort to recruit students and ex-Hawai'i residents to return to the Islands to work.

The event will run from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Roy's La Jolla restaurant in San Diego. "Kama'aina Come Home" is a trademark of the Hawaii Island Economic Development Board, which established the program 10 years ago to increase the state's labor pool by targeting Hawai'i college students and expatriates living on the Mainland.

Those attending the event will receive an overview of the economy and workforce trends in Hawai'i, hear about specific needs on each of the islands, and learn about resources available to help them search for jobs.

Space is limited and registration is free. For information, call 587-2757, or to register, send an e-mail to service@dbedt.hawaii.gov.