Wednesday - March 17, 2010
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Del.icio.us21st Century Art History
Kahala Nui, Diamond Head Room, 4389 Malia St., Honolulu, Wednesdays and Fridays, now-March 24, 2-3 p.m., free. Attend this thirteen-part lecture series on the art of the 20th and 21st century. Reservations required. Ends March 24. (218-7004)
Acting Classes For Children
Children’s Discovery Center, 111 Ohe St., Honolulu, Saturdays, 1-3 p.m., $120 for one month. Allow your child to get on-camera training for TV and film as well as acting and communication training. Ages 7-17. (227-4332, http://www.amysteryparty.com)
Adult Swim, Fitness
Magic Island Lagoon (Diamond Head side), Saturdays, 8:30 a.m., $15 per class; private lessons available ($25 per hour). Swim/fitness instruction for “water-phobic” adults. All ages. (373-3839, http://www.jjs-swim.com)
Adult Tennis Lessons
Kailua Racquet Club, Sunday through Saturday, call for times, $14-$19. The Bruce Nagel Tennis Academy offers “Exer-Tennis” lessons, “Exer-Tennis Plus” and “Masters Double Strategy” classes. (262-2057)
Aerobic Dance
Mission of Hawaii, 1429 Makiki St., Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:15-6:15 p.m. Ongoing weekly classes in aerobic dance. (254-5351)
Aikido Classes
Higashi Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii, 1685 Alaneo St., Honolulu, adult beginners, Tuesdays and Fridays, 5:15-6:15 p.m.; children, Tuesdays and Fridays, 3:30-5 p.m.; $20 per month. Join in on Aikido classes to learn this fun martial art. (221-8656)
Aikido-Ki Classes
Nuuanu Soto Mission Dojo, 1708 Nuuanu Ave., Honolulu, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-7 p.m., free trials. Learn unique little-known Ki healing exercises and skills. Beginners self-help wellness is from 7:15-9 p.m. (537-6954, 671-1422)
Art Classes
Academy Art Center at Linekona, 1111 Victoria St., Honolulu, first Wednesdays, 7 p.m., $5. The Hawaii Stitchery and Fibre Arts Guild features hands on projects. Bring scissors. (391-9426)
Art Classes
Club Charm, 2051 Young St., Honolulu, Thursdays, 2-6 p.m., $50 per session. Art lessons available for girls age 7-12. (721-7030, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
Art Classes
School of Fine Arts, 1522 Makaloa St., #222, Mondays-Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon and 3:30-5:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m.-noon; first class is free. Ongoing art lessons in drawing, pastel and oil. (947-9097)
‘Ashtanga/Anusara Flow’
Rosalie Woodson Dance Academy, 99-153A Moanalua Road, Aiea, Suite D, Mondays, 11 a.m., first class $5. Take this lunchtime yoga class entitled “Ashtanga/Anusara Flow.” Recommend at least 6 months of yoga experience. (381-9618, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), http://www.yogarefuge.com)
Baby Boot Camp
Kakaako Waterfront Park, Honolulu, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9 a.m., first class is free. Join in these fitness sessions for moms and moms-to-be to meet fitness and weight loss goals. New classes in Kapiolani Park, Kahala Mall and Manoa. (721-6668, http://www.babybootcamp.com)
Ballroom Dance Lessons
Aiea Intermediate School, cafeteria, 99-600 Kulawea St., Aiea, Thursdays, 7:15-9:15 p.m. The Aiea Ballroom Dance Association welcomes dancers of all levels. (953-8003)
‘Basic Vinyasa’
Rosalie Woodson Dance Academy, 99-153A Moanalua Road, Aiea, Suite D, Sundays, 8:30 a.m., first class $5. Take this morning yoga class entitled “Basic Vinyasa.” No experience necessary. (381-9618, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), http://www.yogarefuge.com)
‘Basics In Oil’
Midori Art Studio, 1311 Kapiolani Blvd., Suite 208, Honolulu, Wednesdays, 4-6 p.m.; Thursdays-Saturdays, 1-3 p.m. or 4-6 p.m.; $115 for five weeks. Learn basic brush strokes and easy techniques, color palette, basics in perpective and composition to oil painting. Ages 12-plus. (295-8506, 532-3989)
Beginner Belly Dancing
Mililani Rec Center 1, Mililani, Mondays, 7:15-8:15 p.m., $50 per class card, $17 per class. Take beginner belly dance classes. Must be a MTA member or sponsored by a MTA member. (234-1006)
Beginning Drawing And Painting
Arts of Paradise Gallery, Kalia Road, Waikiki, Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 12:30-2:30 p.m. or 3-5 p.m., $40 per class. Learn drawing, perspective, values and color. (927-0452)
Belly Dance Fitness, Femininity
Dream to Dance Studio, 661 Auahi St., Honolulu, Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m., $50 class card, $17 per class. Take “Belly Dance Fitness and Femininity” classes. (234-1006)
Belly Dancing
Holistic Healing Hawaii at Wailana Waikiki, 1860 Ala Moana Blvd., Waikiki, Tuesdays, 7-8 p.m.; Sundays, 2-3 p.m.; $15 per class; $50 for four classes. Learn authentic Egyptian folkloric and contemporary dance from instructor Shadiya. All ages and levels. (429-3324, http://www.bellydancebyshadiya.com)
Belly Dancing
Kailua Movement Studio, 776 Kailua Road, Sundays 1-2 p.m., $17 per class, $50 for four lessons. This class focuses on cardio and technique. New students and walk-ins welcome. (234-1006, http://www.MaliaInHawaii.com)
Belly Dancing
Waikiki Community Center, Room 202E, 310 Paoakalani Ave., Saturdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., $55 for members, $65 for guests. Learn the proper posture and execution of movements to prevent injuries with Masaya Loyd. Class will focus on learning isolation and separation of simple to complex movements and combinations; and layering movements while playing finger symbols. Ends March 27, 2010. (923-1802)
Body Pump
BOCA Hawaii, second floor studio, 330 Cooke St., Honolulu, Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m., $10 per class. BODYPUMP is a non-impact weights-based exercise class that works every major muscle group in the body using weights, a bar and step. (650-269-1559)
‘Body Works Hawaii’
Kuhio School Cafeteria, 2759 South King St., Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-6:45 p.m., $1 per class. Enjoy low-impact aerobics, cardio kickboxing, Latin aerobics and a fabulous ’50s workout. Join anytime. (735-5755 or 377-5132)
Brazilian Dancing
Kailua Movement Studio, 776 Kailua Road, Wednesdays, 6 p.m., $15 per class; $125 for 10 classes. Covers samba, Afro-Brazilian dance, Orixa dance and Brazilian funk. (247-7890)
Bridge Lessons
Waikiki Community Center, Room 203-A, 310 Paoakalani Ave., Waikiki, Wednesdays, 12:30-3:30 p.m., $2-4. Learn different techniques for the game of Bridge and have questions answered while playing, but no formal lessons. Ends March 24. (923-1802)
Business Help
Oahu Veterans Center, Foster Village, 1298 Kukila St, Honolulu, Mondays, 6-7:30 p.m. Are you looking for a way to grow your business? Want to meet the other business owners who serve your customer base? Personal referrals are known to be the very best way to grow your business. We are looking for people who are ambitious about their business but need help in getting the word out. (422-4000, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
Cardio, Technique Class
Kailua Movement Studio, 776 Kailua St., Kailua, Sundays, 1-2 p.m., $50 class card, $17 per class. Take this cardio and technique class for belly dancing. (234-1006)
Chi-Lel
Back 2 Health Center, Kaneohe, Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m., $65 for 4 classes; $195 for 12 classes. Learn the “Power of your Intention” through chi-lel qigong, use toward self-healing. (259-8453, http://www.blueskyhealingarts.com)
Chi-Lel Qigong
Back 2 Health Center, 45-696 Kamehameha Highway, Kaneohe, Wednesdays, intro class, 6-6:30 p.m., $5; gong class, 6:30-8 p.m., $15. Learn the art of self healing for chronic illness through visualizations, gentle exercises and unified group energy. Register. (259-8453, http://www.blueskyhealingarts.com)
Clutter Buster Classes
Kapiolani Community College, 4303 Diamond Head Road, Honolulu, Mondays, 6-8:30 p.m. Learn to unclutter your life inside and out with life success coach Marilyn Nagel. (734-9211)
Community Center Classes
Moiliili Community Center, 2535 S. King St., Honolulu, weekdays, call for times. Ongoing classes in hula, Scottish dance, computer courses, tae kwon do, kempo, pressed flower and washi chigirie and more. Register in advance. (955-1555)
Community Center Classes
Waikiki Community Center, 310 Paoakalani Ave., Honolulu, weekdays, call for times. Lessons in hula, yoga, line dancing, ping pong, painting, scrabble, Hawaiian language and more offered on an ongoing basis. (923-1802)
Contemporary Sculpture
Ginny Walden Fine Art Gallery and Garden, 41-1150 Waikupanaha St., Waimanalo, Saturdays, 1-5 p.m. or by appointment. Learn how to create contemporary figurative sculptures in wood, bronze, stone and mixed media. (259-8453)
Core-Fusion/Salsa-Aerobics
The Boys and Girls Club, 91-884 Fort Weaver Road, Ewa Beach, Suite A, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 6 p.m., $5 per class; $30 per month. If you love to dance but don’t like to work out, this is the program for you. Come for an hour of music and dancing that will make you sweat, shake and sexy. (679-6103)
Dance Grooves
Ballet Hawaii Studio, 650 Iwilei Road, Honolulu, Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m., $13 per class. Enjoy this super fun workout. No experience needed. (988-2652)
Dance Lessons
Nashville Waikiki, 2330 Kuhio Ave., Wednesdays, 6:30-9 p.m., free. Linda teaches dance lessons every week. (926-7911)
‘Dance Like An Egyptian’
Studio Be, 63 N. Beretania St., Chinatown, Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m.; Sundays, 2-3 p.m.; $60 for five classes. Learn authentic Middle Eastern dance for women taught by Shadiya. (429-3324, http://www.bellydancebyshadiya.com)
‘Dance Warrior’
Kilauea Recreation Center, 4109 Kilauea Avenue, Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. A dance workout designed to stregthen the body and mind. (923-2464)
Dance, Poetry, Art
Diverse Art Center, 1024 Queen St., Honolulu, Mondays through Fridays, call fo times and pricing. Classes in DJ-ing, belly dance, breaking, performance poetry, hip hop, voice, kids art, street art and urban art. (275-7776, http://www.myspace.com/diversearthi)
Dancing Buddhas
Academy of the Pacific, Damon Hall, 913 Alewa Drive, Honolulu, Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $10-$15 donation. Take this gentle free form dance class with silent meditation at the start and end. (282-5151, http://www.ecstaticdancehawaii.com)
Dog Grooming
Dogpatch Academy, 2103 Kanealii Ave., Honolulu, call for days and times, $79 per session. Learn to groom your own dog in one to two sessions. (533-0335)
Doumbek, Frame Drum Classes
Yoga Hawaii, 1152 Koko Head Ave., Honolulu, Sundays, 4:15-5:45 p.m., first class free, $5-$10 thereafter. Learn how to play doumbek and frame drums. (737-3786, 864-1701)
Ecstatic Dance Jam
Kailua Movement Studio, 776 Kailua Road, Kailua, Sundays, 11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m. and St. Andrew’s Priory School, 224 Queen Emma Square, Honolulu, Sundays, 7-8:30 p.m., donation. Guided free-form dance to global beats. No experience required. (1-208-720-8672, http://www.ecstaticdancehawaii.com)
Exercise Classes
Central Oahu Regional Park (Waipio Gentry), Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m., $25-$30. Focuses on toning and strengthening your mid-section, improving stability, balance. (226-2625)
Exercise Classes
Iroquois Point Elementary School, Room P14, 5553 Cormorant Ave., Ewa Beach, Mondays, 4:30-5:30 p.m., $1 per class. Join this group exercise session using fitness DVDs led by Fit Club Hawaii. (561-3837, http://www.fitclubhawaii.com)
‘Expression Sessions’
The Contemporary Museum at Makiki Heights, 2411 Makiki Heights Drive, Honolulu, first Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon, $7-$12. Create your own works of art under various instructors. Reservations required. (237-5230)
Faisau Gung Fu
Young Buddhist Association of Hawaii, Fridays, 6-7:30 p.m., $50 per month. Learn this Chinese martial art. Ben Miller instructs. (847-3063)
Filipino Dance Class
Susannah Wesley Community Center, 1711 Kaili St., Honolulu, Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., free for seniors. Adults and seniors are invited to participate in the Kalihi-Palama Culture & Arts Society, Inc.’s community Filipino dance classes. (521-6905)
Fly Tying Made Easy
Kapi’olani Community College, 4303 Diamond Head Road, Honolulu, Mondays, 6-8:30 p.m., nominal fee. Learn to tie all variety of flies from the simplest trout nymph, bonefish specials, Traditional Salmon flies, and lastly the fine little Trout Dry flies that float on the surface. (734-9211)
Guitar Lessons
Waikiki Community Center, Room 203A, 310 Paoakalani Ave., Saturdays, 10 to 11 a.m., $120-$150. WCC invites beginners interested in learning music reading, basic chords, basic scales, tuning guitar, reading chord charts and learning to play a song. This class is open to all beginners and those that want to better themselves at guitar. Ends April 3, 2010. (923-1802)
Hatha Yoga
Rosalie Woodson Dance Academy, 99-153A Moanalua Road, Aiea, Suite D, Tuesdays, 5:30-7 p.m. Learn Hatha Yoga. All levels welcome. (381-9618, http://www.yogarefuge.com)
Hula
Atherton YMCA, multipurpose room, 1820 University Ave., Honolulu, Mondays, intermediate women, 7:30 p.m.; Wednesdays, beginning men, 7:30 p.m. Halau Kaulakahi has open enrollment. (388-7573)
Hula
Halau Kawailaniakea Pauoa/Booth Park Recreation Center, 92-1438 Palahia St., Kapolei, Sundays, 3 p.m., call for pricing. Learn hula. All levels welcome, male and female. Ages 6-plus. (349-2590, 522-7040, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
Hula
Kauluwela Community Park, 402 Kauluwela Place, Honolulu, Saturdays, 8:45-9:30 a.m. (keiki); 9:30-10:15 a.m. (adults), $10 per month. Learn to hula. (521-6905)
Hula
Kuhio Elementary School, Wednesdays, call for time. Halau Kawaianuhealehua has openings for all ages in hula. (298-7821)
Hula
Mililani Uka Elementary School, 94-380 Kuahelani Ave., Mililani, Tuesdays, 7-8:30 p.m., $35 per month. Hula ALOHA Hula offers lessons for teens and adults. (478-2400, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
Hula
St. Elizabeth Church Hall, 99-312 Moanalua Road, Aiea, call for schedule. Hula O Kana Kapeka is accepting new dancers for hula and Tahitian classes. Ages 5-plus. (255-4001)
Hula
Timothy’s Church, 98-939 Moanalua Road, Aiea, call for days and times, $20 per month. Take lessons in hula, Tahitian and Maori dance. Ages 3-plus. (228-7711)
Hula
Waianae location, call for address, Kupuna: Thursdays, 7 p.m.; Keiki: Saturdays, 9 a.m.; Adults: Tuesdays, 7 p.m.; call for pricing. Take hula lessons with Halau Hula Ka’alaokalaua’e. Learn kahiko, auana, costuming, lei, and instruments. (696-7422)
Hula
Waikiki Community Center, Room 205, 310 Paoakalani Ave., Waikiki, Fridays, 7 p.m.; Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. Hula Aloha Hula, a non-competitive halau, welcomes new students to learn auana and kahiko. Ages 15-plus. (478-2400, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
Hula
Waipio Community Baptist Church, 94-1210 Waipio Uka St., Waipio, Mondays, 7 p.m., $40 per month. Learn to hula. Open to beginner female teens and adults. (677-4747)
Intermediate Vinyasa Yoga
Rosalie Woodson Dance Academy, 99-153A Moanalua Road, Aiea, Suite D, Thursdays, 5 p.m., first class $5. Take this evening yoga class entitled “Intermediate Vinyasa.” (381-9618, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), http://www.yogarefuge.com)
Intro To Karate
KCC Chapel, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 4:45 p.m., $35 per month. European karate champion Sean Roberts instructs. (277-7219)
Intro to Meditation
Yoga Hawaii-Kaimuki, 1152 Koko Head Ave., Honolulu, Saturdays, $15 per class, $48 for 4 classes. Attend “Introduction to Meditation” and discover your inner sources of Healing, Peace, Joy and Happiness. (739-9642, yoga-hawaii.com)
Israeli Circle Dancing
Ala Wai Golf Course, Ballroom, 404 Kapahulu Ave., first Sundays, 1-4 p.m., $5. Learn this cultural dance. (373-2561, 395-7790)
Jasmine Yoga
Weinberg Community Center, 67-174 Farrington Hwy., Waialua, call for days and times. All levels welcome. Various types of yoga offered. (561-9639)
Jazzercise
East Foster Village, 4341 Hakupapa St., Honolulu, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 8:45 a.m., call for prices. Learn to jazzercise! (455-5981, http://www.mjjazz.com)
Jazzercise
Moanalua Middle School, 1289 Mahiole St., Honolulu, Mondays and Fridays, 5:45 p.m.; Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m.; call for prices. Learn to jazzercise! (455-5981, http://www.mjjazz.com)
Jazzercise
Red Hill Elementary School, 1265 Ala Kula Place, Honolulu, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:45 p.m.; Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.; call for prices. Learn to jazzercise! (455-5981, http://www.mjjazz.com)
Kali Eskrima
Mililani Waena Elementary School, 95-502 Kipapa Drive, Mililani, Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m.; $50 per month. Lessons in Filipino stick fighting (eskrima). For men, women and children. (398-0119)
Keiki Martial Arts
Honolulu Club, 932 Ward Ave., Suite 490, Honolulu, Saturdays, 9-10 a.m. Learn martial arts with pro Martin Williams. Limit 15 per class. Register. Ages 7-13. (543-3970)
Ki Aikido
Masakatsu Ki Aikido Dojo, 1007 Waimanu St., Honolulu, Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Sundays, 9 a.m.; $15-$25 per month. Teaches coordinating your mind and body through Ki Aikido techniques. Introductory classes offered. (221-3486)
Lauhala Weaving Demo
Mission Houses Museum, 553 S. King St., Honolulu, first Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., free. Ulana Me Ka Lokomaikai weavers share their knowledge. Visitors welcome to observe. (447-2910)
Leadership Lessons
ClubCharm, 2051 Young St., Honolulu, Wednesdays, 2-6 p.m., $50 per four-hour session. ClubCharm representatives teach leadership skills through joy and confidence. (721-7030, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
Line Dance Lessons
Ward Warehouse Amphitheatre, 1050 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m., free. Take free line dance lessons for beginners. (262-7441)
Lunch And Learning Series
Temple Emanu-El, 2550 Pali Highway, Honolulu, second Thursdays, 11 a.m. Speakers present each week. Lectures sponsored by Hawaii Jewish Seniors. All are welcome. Ends June 2010. (595-7521)
Magic For Beginners
Kalihi-Palama Public Library, community room, 1325 Kalihi St., fourth Thursdays, 6-7 p.m., free. The Hawaii Magicians Society holds beginners magic lessons. Topics include card magic, rope magic, how to make your own production boxes, magic tables and more. (234-5262, http://www.hawaiimagicclub.com)
Mililani Aikido Club
Mililani District Park Gym, Tuesdays and Thursdays, children, 7:15-8:30 p.m.; adults, 7:15-9 p.m.; $8-$10 per month. All ages are welcome to learn this fun martial art. (623-8937)
Mindfulness Meditation
Bodhi Tree Meditation Center, 654 Judd St., Honolulu, Mondays-Fridays, 6:30 p.m., free. Beginning and experienced meditators welcome. Reduce stress, develop inner peace and deepen self-awareness. (395-7749)
Mindfulness Meditation
Mililani Hongwanji, 95-257 Kaloapau St., Mililani, second Fridays, 7:30-9 p.m. Guided, silent and walking meditation based on the Thich Nhat Hanh tradition. (625-1022)
Mini Mind/Body Retreat
Kailua Shambhala Meditation Center, Aikahi Shopping Center, 25 Kaneohe Bay Drive, Suite 205, Kailua, first and third Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon, $35. Check out these mini mind/body retreats combining mindfulness meditation with network bodywork taught by Dr. Dean M. Nelson. (388-9896, http://www.thenextstepdrdean.com)
MUVE Dance Sessions
Moiliili Community Center, 2535 S. King St., Honolulu, Saturdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m., donations welcome. Learn the MUVE technique of dance/exercise at these ongoing classes. All ages welcome. (955-8211, http://www.muve.com)
MUVE Dance Sessions
Unity House Center, 171 N. Pauahi St., Chinatown, Tuesdays, 10-10:45 a.m., donations welcome. Learn the MUVE technique of dance/exercise at these ongoing classes. All ages welcome. (955-8211, http://www.muve.com)
MUVE Dance Sessions
YMCA Central, Studio 1, 401 Atkinson Drive, Honolulu, Wednesdays, 10-10:45 a.m., donations welcome. Learn the MUVE technique of dance and exercise at these ongoing classes. All ages welcome. (955-8211)
New Moms Parenting Class
Aloha Pregnancy Care And Counseling Centers, 45-1151G Kamehameha Hwy., Kaneohe, Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-noon. Learn lessons in parenting for new moms. (234-7233)
Night Salsa 101
Waikiki Community Center auditorium, 310 Paoakalani Ave., Tuesdays, 5:30 to 6:15 p.m., $15-$20 for three classes. Salsa is an energetic type of exercise with enticing music to start the New Year with exercising. (923-1802)
Ohana Night Dance
Ala Wai Golf Course, Palladium, 404 Kapahulu Ave., Waikiki, third Fridays, 6:30-9:45 p.m., $3. Try your hand (feet?) at ballroom dancing. (222-7851, 848-7789)
Oil, Acrylic Painting Lessons
Kailua location, call for address, Wednesday or Friday mornings, call to schedule meeting times and for pricing. Take oil or acrylic painting lessons for beginner to intermediate painters. (262-8306)
Okinawan Dance Class
Kalihi Valley District Park, 1911 Kamehameha IV Road, Honolulu, Tuesdays, 9-11 a.m., free for seniors. Adults and seniors are invited to participate in the Kalihi-Palama Culture & Arts Society, Inc.’s community Okinawan dance classes. (521-6905)
Poetry Workshops
The ARTS at Mark’s Garage, 1159 Nuuanu Ave., Wednesdays, 4-5:30 p.m., free. Join this weekly poetry slam and writing workshop for teens. Ages 13-19. (521-2903)
Pole Dancing
Various locations, call for days and times. Fit for a Goddess offers sessions in feminine fitness, strength building, flexibility, self confidence and more. (262-6979, http://www.FitforaGoddess.net)
Qi Gong Classes
Qi Center of Honolulu, 1110 University Ave., first floor, Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:30-10:30 a.m., $40 per month, free for seniors age 65-plus. “Qi Gong For Health,” focuses on the 12 sitting exercises to enhance your body. Register. (947-1333,www.qimaster.com)
Quilting Workshop
Mission Houses Museum, 553 S. King St., Honolulu, Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., $6 plus starter kit. Nalani Goard, granddaughter of master quilter Aunty Debbie Kakalia, instructs. Walk-ins and observers welcome. (447-3910)
Restorative Chair Yoga
Call for location, Fridays, 10 a.m. Experience yoga on a chair. Learn a routine you can do on your own. Seniors welcome. Pre-registration required. (689-1020)
Ribbon Lei Demo
Byodo-In Temple, 47-200 Kahekili Highway, Kaneohe, Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $1-$2. Receive demos on how to make ribbon leis. Do-it-yourself kits available for purchase. (239-9844)
Ribbon Lei Making
Waikiki Community Center, room 202A, 310 Paoakalani Ave., Waikiki, Thursdays, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., $2-$4 plus kit fee. Makiko Kimoto shows you how to make your own ribbon leis. (923-1802)
Salsa Lessons
Dream To Dance Studio, 661 Auahi St., Honolulu, Thursdays, 8-9 p.m.; Sundays, 6-7 p.m. and 7-8 p.m.; $12 per class or $40 for four weeks. Learn salsa and meet new people with Salsa No Ka Oi. No partner or dance experience needed. (779-7970, http://www.SalsaNoKaOi.com)
Salsa, Bachata Dance Social
Dream To Dance Studio, 661 Auahi St., Honolulu, Suite 201, Sundays, 8-10 p.m., $5. Practice your salsa and bachata dance moves in a friendly environment with Salsa No Ka Oi instructors. (779-7970, http://www.SalsaNoKaOi.com)
Self-Defense Classes
Smith Taekwondo Center, 45-934 Kamehameha Hwy., Kaneohe, second Saturdays, 2-4 p.m., free. Learn the art of self-defense. Women only. Ages 13-plus. (247-3114)
Senior Yoga
Rosalie Woodson Dance Academy, 99-153A Moanalua Road, Aiea, Suite D, Wednesdays, 9 a.m., first class free; regular $5. Take this yoga class entitled “Wednesday Morning Yoga for Kapuna.” No experience necessary. (381-9618, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), http://www.yogarefuge.com)
Shizendo Functional Relaxation
Nuunau Soto Mission Dojo, call for days and times. Learn a wide array of healing arts, exercises and intuition development. (671-1422, 537-6954)
Shotokan Karate
Manoa Valley District Park, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 p.m., $99 for three months. The Funakoshi Shotokan Karate-Do is accepting new members for traditional karate training and self-defense. (371-7670)
Square Dance
Christ Lutheran Church, 95-1361 Meheula Parkway, 7 p.m., Tuesdays, free. No experience necessary, no partner needed, and no special clothes. Wear comfortable shoes. Come early to learn some easy line, circle, and round dances. (358-9131)
Square Dance Classes
Ala Wai Golf Clubhouse Multi-Purpose Rec. Facility, 404 Kapahulu Ave., Waikiki, Sundays, 7-9:15 p.m., free. Attend these square dance classes with noted caller Jerry Quam. Ends May 16. (695-5182, 488-2495, 728-0301)
Square Dance Classes
Manana Community Park Community Center, 1310 Waimano Home Road, Pearl City, Saturdays, 3-5 p.m., free. Attend these beginner, mainstream and plus square dance classes with noted caller Jerry Quam. Ends May 15. (695-5182, 728-0301)
Square Dance Classes
Pohai Nani Retirement Home, 45-090 Namoku St., Kaneohe, Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., free. Attend these advanced square dance classes (A-1 and A-2) with noted caller Jerry Quam. Ends May 13. (293-9475, 695-5182)
Stained Glass Classes
Menehune Stained Glass Studio, call for days and times, $95 for six weeks. Make a beautiful stained glass panel using the copper foil technique. Leading, lamp and advanced classes and other workshops are also available. (622-2686)
Stroller Strides
Windward Mall, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 8:30 a.m., free. Join this fitness session that’s fun for moms and babies. (351-3313, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
Sumi-e For Beginners
Honolulu Myohoji Mission, 2003 Nuuanu Ave., Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m.; Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.; $10 per class. Learn the concepts and techniques of Japanese Brush Painting, “Sumi-e,” from Instructor Hisae Shouse. Ages 15-plus. (382-0236)
Tahitian Dance
Aloha Activity Center, 725 Kapiolani Blvd., Honolulu, Mondays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. and 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tunui’s Royal Polynesians has open enrollment. (277-2205)
Tahitian Dance
Wahiawa Community Center, Kilani Avenue, Wahiawa, Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m.; Saturdays, 9-10:30 a.m. Manutahi welcomes dancers of all levels. Ages 3-plus. (542-4480, http://www.manutahi.com)
Tai Chi
Pearl City Foundation at Momilani Community Center, 715 Hoomoana St., Pearl City, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9-10 a.m., $3 per week for both days. Improv circulation, balance and posture, strength and more. (456-2073, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
Tai Chi Push Hands
UH Leisure Center, Hemenway Hall 215, 2500 Campus Road, Honolulu, Thursdays, 7:30-9 p.m. Try this new Tai Chi Push Hands class. (956-4845)
Tango Lessons
Honolulu Club, 932 Ward Ave., Honolulu, Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m., $45 for four weeks. No experience needed. Isla Tango Practica immediately follows the class. (721-2123, http://www.islatango.com)
Ukulele Making
Gallery Haiku at Windward Mall, 46-056 Kamehameha Hwy., Kaneohe, Sundays, 2-4 p.m. or anytime weekdays, $85. Make your own mohagany ukulele in two sessions. Price includes materials. Ages 10-plus. (247-1715)
Viniyoga Classes
The Healing Arts Center, 98-030 Hekaha St., Aiea, Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m., $10 per class; $40 for five classes. This class focuses on the principal of “vinyasa karma” for beginners. Register. (484-4881, http://www.healingartsinc.massagetherapy.com/events/html)
Vinyasa Yoga Fundamentals
Rosalie Woodson Dance Academy, 99-153A Moanalua Road, Aiea, Mondays, 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m., $13 single class, $48 four class pass, $88 eight class pass, $95 for 10 class pass. For those ready to move beyond the basics and desire a faster-paced practice. (381-9618, http://www.yogarefuge.com)
Waialua Aikido Club
Waialua Recreation Center, Mondays and Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m., $15-$20 per month. Those living in the Waialua area are welcome to join the local Aikido club. (637-5622)
‘Wake Up Your Brain’
Kaimuki or Manoa location, Wednesdays, 1:30 p.m. or 7:30 p.m., free. Attend “Wake Up Your Brain: How Meditation Unfolds Total Brain Potential for Better Health.” (947-2266)
Watercolor Lessons
Kaneohe, Kailua and Ward Warehouse locations, call for dates and times. Learn various techniques using samples of floral and landscape works by the instructor. (247-3003)
West African Drumming
Kapiolani Park, across from the Waikiki Aquarium, Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 1-3:30 p.m.; $15 per class. Moussa Bangoura, master drummer, instructs. (386-6326)
Windward Aikido Club
Kaneohe location, 45-528 Keaahala Road, call for days and times. Learn this martial art to harmonize the mind, body and spirit for beginners. Ages 14-plus. (235-5943)
Witch School
Serendipity Riches, 1427 Whitney St., Honolulu, Thursdays, 7 p.m., $35 per class. Join this eight week course covering the wicca religion, its ritual tools and more. (949-4711, http://www.serendipityriches.com)
Women’s Hula
St. Elizabeth Church, 99-312 Moanalua Road, Aiea, Mondays, 6-7:30 p.m. Learn hula and Tahitian dance with the Aiea-based Halau Hula O` Kana Kapeka. (255-4001)
Women’s Self-Defense
Smith Taekwondo Center, 46 Kahuhipa St., Kaneohe, second Saturdays, 2-4 p.m., free. Take this women-only self-defense class. No previous experience required. Learn practical, easy skills that will help protect you in the event that you are attacked. Reservations required. Ages 13-plus. (247-3114)
Yoga
Haleiwa Gym, 66-434 Kamehameha Highway, Haleiwa, Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:15-6:15 p.m., $10. Vinyasa flow yoga for all ages and abilities. Bring a mat. (637-4606, http://www.myspace.com/relaxbreathgowiththeflow)
Yoga
Naturally Hawaiian Gallery, 41-025 Kalanianaole Hwy., Waimanalo, Wednesdays and Fridays, 8-9:15 a.m.; Tuesdays, 5:30-6:45 p.m. Learn lyengar style yoga with Laurie Freed. All levels welcome. (259-9490)
Yoga
Yoga4Ewa Studio, Ewa Beach, daily, call for times. Learn various varieties of yoga. Childcare available. All ages. (689-1020, http://www.yoga4ewa.com)
Yoga For Seniors
Momilani Community Center, open aired pavilion, 715 Hoomana St., Pearl City, Thursdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m., $15 per month. Stretch your body and calm your mind with music and cognitive exercises. Register. (381-4376, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
‘Yoga FOUNDations’
Rosalie Woodson Dance Academy, 99-153A Moanalua Road, Aiea, Suite D, Wednesdays, 11 a.m., first class $5. Take this lunchtime yoga class entitled “Yoga FOUNDations.” No experience necessary. (381-9618, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), http://www.yogarefuge.com)
‘Yoga Meets Dance’
Mililani Recreation Center, 95-1101 Ainamakua Drive, Mililani, Thursdays, 7:15-8:15 p.m., $10 per class, $32 for four classes. Enjoy gentle yoga, free/guided dance and stillness meditation. All ages and levels welcome, as well as drop-ins. (227-3449, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
‘Yoga: Deepening Your Practice’
Rosalie Woodson Dance Academy, 99-153A Moanalua Road, Aiea, Suite D, Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m., first class $5. Take this evening yoga class entitled “Deepening Your Practice.” No experience necessary. (381-9618, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), http://www.yogarefuge.com)
‘Youth Speaks Hawaii’
The ARTS at Mark’s Garage, 1159 Nuuanu Ave., downtown, Wednesdays, 4:30-6 p.m., free. Join this teen slam poetry writing and performance workshop. (521-2903)
Zumba Gold Fitness
Kailua Movement Studio, 776 Kailua Road, Kailua, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:45-10:45 a.m., $10 per class; $80 for 10 classes. Take this Latin-inspired fitness dance class designed for active older adults and Zumba beginners. Includes merengue, salsa, cha cha lessons and more. (342-1710)
Comedy In Aiea
Rosalie Woodson Dance Academy, 99-153 Moanalua Road, Aiea Village Square, Fridays, March 5-26, 7:30 p.m., $5. Improv troupe On the Spot continues their weekly comedy night run with “Friday Night Comedy in Aiea,” a weekly showcase of comedy improv and stand up for all ages. Ends March 26. (224-7585)
Comedy Polynesia
Hawaii Comedy Theater, Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Hotel, 120 Kaiulani Ave., Waikiki, Wednesdays and Saturdays, 8 p.m., $20-$25. Enjoy Comedy Polynesia featuring Bo Irvine, Kento-San and Michael Staats. (531-4242, http://www.HawaiiComedyTheater.com)
Improv Comedy
Laughtrack Theater, 1123 Bethel St., Honolulu, 8 p.m. and 10 p.m., $8-$10. Live performances by Laughtrack improv troupes every Saturday. BYOB. (384-3362, http://www.laughtracktheater.com)
Open-Mic Comedy
Hawaii Comedy Theater at Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Hotel, 120 Kaiulani Ave., Waikiki, Fridays and Saturdays, 10:15 p.m., $5. Amateurs are welcome onstage to tell jokes and test their stand-up routines. Sign up. (531-HAHA)
Sharkey’s Comedy Club
Hawaii Comedy Theater, Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Hotel, 120 Kaiulani Ave., Waikiki, Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9:30 p.m., $12-$15. Sharkey’s features Michael Vasquez, Shawn Felipe, Arthur Wayne, and Kenny Johnson. (531-4242, http://www.HawaiiComedyTheater.com)
ACOA Meets
Church of the Crossroads, 1212 University Ave., 6-7:15 p.m. Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families (ACOA) meets every Monday night. All are welcome to come and work on healing emotional wounds. (521-4477)
Alanon Support Group
Paki Hale, 3840 Paki Ave., second floor, Waikiki, Wednesdays, noon, free. The Waikiki 12-step Alanon Family Group offers support for friends and family members affected by alcoholism. (521-5900)
Aloha Toastmasters Meet
University Square, Suite 211, University Avenue and King Street, Honolulu, second and fourth Thursdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Become a better speaker and leader. (383-3715)
Battleship Missouri Toastmasters Meet
Battleship Missouri Memorial, first and third Thursdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Develop self confidence and leadership skills through better communication. (722-4178)
Bereavement Services
Pearlridge Center, Uptown fronting Cookie Corner, first Wednesdays, 8-9 a.m., free. St. Francis Hospice offers support during a walk around the mall for those dealing with a loss of a loved one. (488-0981)
Brain Injury Support
Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific, 226 N.Kuakini St., second Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m., free. Attend this meeting for people who have sustained brain injury or a separate group for Circles of Support (friends and family) for a person who has sustained a brain injury. (791-6942)
Breast Cancer Support Group
Windward location, call for days and times. This group offers help, information and suport for ladies with breast cancer and survivors of breast cancer. (261-1055)
Business Network Meets
Windward side and downtown locations, call for days and times, free membership to business referral organization. Business owners and professionals welcome. One person per industry allowed. RSVP required. (779-7383, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
Canned Food Drive
BC Burrito, 3607 Waialae Ave., Kaimuki, now through March 31, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., donations welcome. Donate items at the restaurant to support the Hawaii Food Bank reach their goal of collecting 500,000 pounds of food. Top most needed items are meats, tuna, canned meals, soups, canned vegetables and canned fruits. Ends March 31. (728-9627, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
Coin Club Meets
Susannah Wesley Community Center, 1117 Kalihi St., fourth Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. The Honolulu Coin Club meets monthly. New members welcome. (486-4766)
Community Dance
Ala Wai Golf Course, Palladium (second floor), 404 Kapahulu Ave., Waikiki, first Saturdays, 6:30-9:45 p.m., $5. Enjoy social ballroom dancing. HBDA hosts. (222-7851, 848-7789)
Farmers Market
Hawaii Kai Town Center, Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Fresh fruit and vegetables for sale. (941-0440)
Farmers Market
International Market Place, Waikiki, Thursdays, 4-8 p.m. Fresh produce, flowers, baked goods, desserts and ethnic foods for sale. (922-2724)
Farmers Market
Kapiolani Community College, Saturdays, 7:30-11 a.m., free. Fresh locally grown food products, breads, pastas, jams, snacks and a breakfast booth. (848-2074)
Farmers Market
Waikiki Community Center, 310 Paokalani Ave., Tuesdays and Fridays, 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Stop and shop for fresh island produce, tasty seafood, healthy pastries and hot lunches - plus complimentary parking. (923-1802)
Farmers’ Market
Makaha Resort, first and third Saturdays, 7:30-11 a.m. Buy locally grown vegetables, fresh fish, fresh pizza, plants and Hawaiian food at the Waianae Farmers Market. EBT accepted. (696-1599, 848-2074)
Fibromyalgia Support Group
St. Clement’s Parish Hall, 1515 Wilder Ave., Honolulu, second Saturdays, 9:15-10 a.m. newcomer meeting; 10-11:30 a.m. general meeting; free. Join the Fibromyalgia Support Group. RSVP requested. (677-8770, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
First Hawaiian Toastmasters Meet
First Hawaiian Center, 999 Bishop St., third floor, Room B, first and third Thursdays, noon-1 p.m. Develop self confidence and improve your speaking and leadership skills. (225-9497)
Grief Support Group
Hospice Hawaii Office, 860 Iwilei Road, Honolulu, first Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join this grief support group. Group facilitators are clinically trained chaplains and licensed social workers. (924-9255)
Grief Support Group
Kapiolani Medical Center at Pali Momi, second Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Hospice Hawaii presents this grief support group for adults. Group facilitators are clinically trained chaplains and licensed social workers. (924-9255)
Hawaii Kai Toastmasters
JAIMS Honolulu, 6660 Hawaii Kai Drive, first and third Mondays, 7-8:30 p.m. Work on improving your public speaking skills at these monthly meetings. (220-3941)
Healing Journal Meets
Multiple Sclerosis Society office, 418 Kuwili St., fourth Wednesdays, 1:30 p.m. Join this emotional health program for people with MS and their friends. David Shapiro facilitates. (532-0806)
Hepatitis Support Network
1286 Queen Emma St., Honolulu, first and third Wednesdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Schedule an appointment for special hepatitis B educational sessions, testing, vaccinations and/or case management assistance. Case managers, counselors and interns that can volunteer to help are welcome. (538-2871, 221-6204)
Honolulu Quarterback Club Luncheon
Maple Garden Restaurant, 909 Isenberg St., Mondays, 11:30 a.m., $15. The Honolulu Quarterback Club, Hawaii’s only all-around sports enthusiasts’ club, hosts a luncheon and features new speakers every Monday except holidays. Open to all. (531-9930, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
Iaorana Tahiti Club of Hawaii
Iaorana Tahiti Club of Hawaii, c/o 184 Kuulei Road, Kailua, call for meeting times and dates, membership is $25 per couple; $15 per adult and $12 per college student. Join the Iaorana Tahiti Club of Hawaii. (277-5358)
Join HCW
Call for location, dates and meeting times. Hawaii Championship Wrestling seeks new members. Persons should be at least 6 feet tall, weighing at least 250 pounds or have an above average muscular build. Sports background is good. (676-8107)
Kamehameha Toastmasters Meet
IBM Building, fourth floor, 1240 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, second and fourth Mondays, 6-7 p.m. Be the speaker and leader you want to be. (255-6275)
Kapolei Toastmasters Meet
Kapolei Hale, ground floor, 1000 Uluohia St., Kapolei, second and fourth Thursdays, noon-1 p.m. Learn to become a competent and confident public speaker and leader. All are welcome. (429-2600, http://kapolei.freetoasthost.biz/)
La Leche League Meets
Sgt.Yano Library at Schofield Barracks, Wahiawa, third Tuesdays, 10 a.m., free. The La Leche League of Central Oahu offers breastfeeding information and mother-to-mother support for nursing and pregnant mothers. Babies are welcome. (888-2321, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
Leeward MOMS Club Meets
Asing Recreation Center, Ewa Beach, first Fridays, 10 a.m. Join this support group for stay at home moms from Kapolei, Makakilo, Ewa Beach and Leeward Coast areas to get together for mom/kid friendly activities during the day. (674-0187)
Lifetime Achievement Award
Call for location and more info., free. This award, named for longtime White House correspondent Helen Thomas, recognizes an individual for longstanding dedication and contributions to the journalism profession. Nominations are open and encouraged from individuals working in or retired from all forms of news media. The honoree will be recognized at the 2010 SPJ Convention and National Journalism Conference, Oct. 3-6 in Las Vegas. All nominations and supporting materials must be postmarked by March 18, 2010. (927-8000 ext. 210, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
Macrobiotic Dinner
Church of the Crossroads, third Wednesdays and last Fridays, 6-7:30 p.m. Enjoy a vegan organic macrobiotic dinner, dine in or take out. Call for menu. (398-2695, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
Maharlika Toastmasters Meet
Cachola Medical Clinic, 936 Kalihi St., Honolulu, first and third Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Improve communication skills. Open to all. (537-5714, http://www.maharlikatoastmaster.com)
Malama Seniors In Waikiki
Waikiki Community Center, 310 Paoakalani Ave., Waikiki, Mondays-Fridays, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Join this outreach program offered by the community center. Counseling and case management for persons age 60-plus and families with caregivers. (923-1802)
Mammogram, Pap Smear Screening
Hawaii Medical Center-East, Mother Marianne Bldg., Level B, 2230 Liliha St., Honolulu, Mondays-Thursdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; and Hawaii Medical Center-West, Medical Office Bldg, Rm. 108, 91-2141 Ft. Weaver Road, Ewa Beach, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; free. Hawaii Medical Center Cancer Screening and Education Program offers free mammogram and pap smear screening for women 40 years and older having little or no medical insurance. (547-6889, 547-6820)
Manilow Menehune Fan Club
UH area, call for location and times, free. Love Barry Manilow and his music? Want to share info, events and Barry-bilia? Then join the Manilow Menehune Fan Club! (735-5854, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
Maunalua Mondays
M lama Maunalua Community House, call for address, first and third Mondays, 6:30 p.m. Grab a snack and join Whole Foods Market and M lama Maunalua for “talk story Mondays.” Presentations are designed to connect the community with current information about water quality, the near-shore reefs of Maunalua, volunteer and community-based programs and more. (738-0820)
Mended Hearts Meeting
Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific, 226 N. Kuakini St., third Saturdays, 1-3 p.m., free. Attend the Mended Hearts Aloha Chapter 14 meeting. Monthly meetings include educational topics, support and encouragement to heart disease patients and their families. (456-4871)
Mental Health Support Group
Hawaii Self Storage, 2909 Waialae Ave., Mondays, 3-4:30 p.m., free. This support group provides techniques for self-esteem and compassionate communication for your mental health. (942-0498)
Mililani Toastmasters Meet
Mililani Ike Elementary School, cafeteria, 95-1330 Lehiwa Drive, Mililani, Mondays, 7:15-8:30 p.m. Develop your communication skills, self confidence and leadership proficiency. (623-8202)
New Moms’ Support Group
Castle Medical Center, 407 Uluniu St., Kailua, Tuesdays, 8:45-9:45 a.m., free. Join the New Moms’ Support Group. Open to mothers of newborns and young infants, this weekly group discussion offers support and information on a variety of topics of interest to moms. Babies welcome! (263-5400, http://www.castlemed.org)
Nicotine Anonymous Meets
Kawaia Hao Church, King and Punchbowl Streets, Honolulu, Mondays, 4:30-5:30 p.m.; Thursdays, 10:-10:45 a.m. Get help from the nicotine anonymous group meeting. The program is 12-step oriented. (954-9530, 926-0741)
North Shore Country Market
Sunset Beach Elementary School, Saturdays, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., free admission. The North Shore Country Market features fresh produce, flowers, baked goods, ono food, fine art, hand-crafted jewelry, apparel, soaps and lotions, stained glass and more. Free puppet workshop the first Saturday of each month. (237-7022, http://www.northshorecountrymarket.org)
Nuuanu Toastmasters Meet
Susannah Wesley Community Center, 1117 Kaili St., Honolulu, second and fourth Thursdays, 6-7 p.m. Learn to improve your communication skills with experienced speakers and business leaders. (741-0867, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), http://www.nuuanutoastmasters.org)
Parent Support Group
Kapolei Police Station, third Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. The Leeward Community Children’s Parent Support Group welcomes parents and family members of children with special needs. (672-6265)
Post-Polio Support Group
Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific, 226 N. Kuakini St., second Saturday every three months (January, April, July, October), 10 a.m.-noon, free. Attend this Post-Polio Support Group, where quarterly meetings include educational topics, peer support, caregivers and family members support, and open forums for discussion. Ends Oct. 2010. (737-9533)
Reading Group Meets
1311 Kapiolani Blvd., Room 610, second and fourth Mondays, 6:15-8:30 p.m. The African American Literary Reading Group meets. Call ahead for book title. (597-1341)
Run Club
Ala Moana Center, Lululemon Athletica, 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, Mondays, 6-7 p.m., free. Run club for all levels will take you on various routes, so come dressed and ready to run! (946-7220)
SCI Support Group
Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific, 226 N. Kuakini St., first Thursdays, 2-3 p.m., free. Join this Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Support Group, where monthly meetings include educational topics, peer support, caregivers and family members support, and open forums for discussion. (531-3511)
Second Saturday At Garden
UH Urban Garden Center, Pearl City, second Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon, free. Learn about home gardening from a Hawaii master and center volunteers. New topic each month. (453-6050, http://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/ougc)
Swim Team Seeks Members
Kailua District Park, pool, Monday,Wednesday and Friday, 3-4:30 p.m. The Kanekai Swim Club seeks swimmers age 5 and up to join the team. (352-3625, http://www.kanekaiswimclub.com)
Take Off Pounds Sensibly
Locations in Mililani, Pohai Nani, Ala Manu (military housing), call for dates, times and meeting places. Take Off Pounds Sensibly, a non-profit weight loss support group, provides support, encouragement and fun for individuals looking to lose weight. (623-1403)
Wahiawa Toastmasters Meet
Wahiawa District Park Recreation Center, 1129 Kilani Ave., Wahiawa, first and third Thursdays, 7-8 p.m. The Wahiawa Pineapple Country Toastmasters offers opportunities to practice public speaking in a comfortable environment. (622-0169, 754-4286)
Waikiki Toastmasters Meet
Park Shore Hotel, 2586 Kapahula Ave., Waikiki, Thursdays, 7-8 p.m., free. Brush up on communication, social and leadership skills. Guests welcome. (383-8123)
Wellness Wednesday
The Waterfront at Aloha Tower Marketplace, One Aloha Tower Drive, Honolulu, first Wednesdays, 5-9 p.m., free. The Hawaii Wellness Directory hosts local businesses promoting healthy products and services, education, massage, giveaways, free mini angel readings, food, drinks, entertainment and more. (394-8438)
Women Veterans Support Network
Oahu Veterans Center, 1290 Kukila St., Honolulu, second Saturdays, 11 a.m. Any woman who is serving or who has ever served in the military is welcome to attend. (744-1172, 422-4000)
Artistic Adventures
Kailua location, Wednesdays, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Drawing, painting and printmaking lessons. For first graders and up. (261-4484)
Arts And Crafts
Kailua location, call for days and times, $10 per class, first class free. Grandma Linda instructs daily themed lessons, stories and songs for toddlers to preschoolers. (382-2342)
Asian Board Games
Satura Cakes, Ward Centre, Wednesdays, 7:30-10 p.m., free. The public is welcome to play casual games of Go, Baduk and Weiqi. All levels welcome. (833-2540, 398-6861)
Bank Of Hawaii Sunday
Honolulu Academy of Arts, 900 S. Beretania St., Honolulu, third Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., free. Enjoy this monthly family event featuring fun art related activities. (532-3681)
Bishop Museum Program
Bishop Museum, daily, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., $12.95-$15.95, ages 3 and under free. Live hula, planetarium shows, exhibit tours, cultural demonstrations, lava melting demonstrations, dramatic storytelling and garden tours abound. (847-3511)
Easter Bunny, Bunnyland
Windward Mall, 46-056 Kamehameha Hwy., Kaneohe, March 20-April 3, Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; photo packages start at $17; Bunnyland free. Keiki will want to pay a visit to their favorite furry friend, the Easter Bunny for a photo or head to Bunnyland to see real, live bunnies, chicks, birds and potbelly pigs. Ends April 3. (235-1143, http://www.WindwardMall.com)
Keiki Art Classes
Kailua location, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9-11 a.m. or 1-3 p.m. Take lessons in clay hand building, ceramics, drawing, painting, printmaking and more for kids in grades first through eighth. Register. (261-4484)
Keiki Reading Room
Honolulu Academy of Arts, Gallery 31 lower level, 900 S. Beretania St., Tuesdays-Saturdays, 2:30 p.m., ages 12 and under free. The Keiki Reading Room offers the “Read Me a Story” program. An academy storyteller selects a book to read aloud. (532-8700)
Keiki Story Hour
Kahuku Public and School Library, 56-490 Kamehameha Hwy., Kahuku, Wednesdays, 10 a.m. Bring your little ones over and enjoy a story. (293-8935)
Keiki Storytime
Borders at Ward Centre, 1200 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., free. Join us for Keiki Storytime at Borders. (591-8995)
‘Keiki Talk Story’
Mission Houses Museum, 553 S. King St., Honolulu, first Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m., free. Listen to a themed story and participate in a fun family activity. Perfect for preschool children ages 4-6. (447-3910)
Ma Ka Olelo Hawaii
Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy., Haleiwa, daily, 10 a.m., $3-$10. The Ma Ka Olelo Hawaii (Let’s Speak Hawaiian) program introduces a new Hawaiian word each day, with the word’s hidden meaning demonstrated throughout the valley. (638-7766, http://www.waimeavalley.net)
One-Year Fishing Opportunity
Waikiki-Diamond Head Shoreline Fisheries Management Area Oahu, free. The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) announces the opening of the Waikiki-Diamond Head Shoreline Fisheries Management Area O‘ahu to fishing for one year from Jan. 1, 2010 to Dec. 31, 2010. The area encompasses the nearshore waters between the ‘Ewa wall of the Waikiki War Memorial Natatorium and the Diamond Head Lighthouse, and from the high-water mark on shore to a minimum seaward distance of 500 yards, or to the edge of the fringing reef if one occurs beyond 500 yards. Fishing is not allowed in the Waikiki Marine Life Conservation District, between the ‘Ewa edge of the Natatorium and the ‘Ewa edge of the Kapahulu groin. (http://www.hawaii.gov/dlnr/dar)
‘Sky Tonight’ Program
Bishop Museum, Jhamandas Watumull Planetarium, 1525 Bernice St., Honolulu, first Fridays, 8 p.m., $3-$4. Experience the Hawaiian Skies and learn about current events in space. Reservations requested. No late seating. (848-4168)
Stargazing
Makakilo, call for meeting place, daily, 7:30-9 p.m., $20-$30. Daily personalized stargazing and astronomy tours from a private observatory. During clear nights, catch a glimpse of the Milky Way, nebulas and planets. (398-6933)
Tiny Tales for Tiny Tots
Kalihi-Palama Public Library, 1325 Kalihi St., Honolulu, Tuesdays, 9-9:45 a.m. and 10:30-11:15 a.m. Enjoy a song and storytime. Ages four and under. (832-3466)
Twilight Tours
Honolulu Zoo, 151 Kapahulu Ave., Honolulu, Fridays and Saturdays, 5:30-7:30 p.m., $10-$14. Ever wondered what the Zoo is like when the sun goes down? Join us for a two hour guided tour after operating hours to find out! (971-7195)
Whale Watching Cruise
Call for meeting location, Dec. 20-May 15, noon-2:30 p.m., $19.44-$$40. Hop on the STAR of Honolulu’s Premier Whale Watch Cruise and enjoy whale watching and guaranteed sightings. With three types of stabilizers, spacious 60’ high observation and four walk-around decks, the A.D.A. compliant STAR features the best seat at sea to view Humpback whales. To add to your adventure, trained Naturalist crew, narration and hands-on educational programs share fascinating insights. Cruise with Taste of Hawaii buffet lunch also available. Whale sightings are guaranteed or receive a free return cruise ticket until a whale is spotted. Ends May 15. (983-7827, http://www.starofhonolulu.com)
Yoga For Kids
Manoa Yoga Center at Manoa Marketplace, 2752 Woodlawn Drive, Sundays, 2:30-3:15 p.m., first class free; $20 for four classes. Builds strength, coordination and flexibility. Ages 6-11. (927-1348)
Arboretum Tours
Lyon Arboretum, 3860 Manoa Road, Mondays-Fridays, 10-11:30 a.m., free. Enjoy this guided rainforest garden tour. Limited to the first 12 participants. (988-0461)
Chapel Open House
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 44 Leilehua Road, Wahiawa, Saturdays, 10 a.m., free. LSD Missionaries guide guests through their meeting house. (780-8450)
Chinatown Discovery Lecture Tour
Meet at Chinatown Museum, second floor of Maunakea Marketplace, Mondays-Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., $10. Take a walking tour of the museum with James Ho, historian, author and lecturer. Minimum party of two. Reservations required. (595-3358)
Couples Ghost Tour
Meet at Kamehameha Statue, downtown Honolulu, Saturdays, midnight, $60. Couples only are welcome at the special ghost tour, “Infidelity Points.” (699-4940)
Fine Arts Talk and Tour
Olomana Gardens, 41-1140 Waikupanaha St., Waimanalo, Saturdays, by appointment. Artist Ginny Walden leads a tour and talk through her gallery and sculpture garden. Small groups welcome. (259-8453, http://www.ginnywalden.com)
Gallery Talk, Tour
The Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center, 999 Bishop St., Honolulu, third Thursdays, noon, free. Enjoy a docent guided tour and view the newest works on view by local artists. (526-1322, http://www.tcmhi.org)
Garden Tours
Foster Botanical Garden, 50 N. Vineyard Blvd., Mondays-Fridays, 1 p.m., $3-$5. View a collection of rare and beautiful plants from the tropical regions of the world. Reservations recommended. (522-7066)
Garden Tours
Senator Fong’s Plantation and Gardens, 47-285 Pulama Road, Kaneohe, daily, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., $14.50. Explore shaded rainforest canopies, taste a kukui nut and visit fruit, nut, flower and palm gardens. (239-6775)
Hawaii Theatre Tours
Hawaii Theatre, 1130 Bethel St., call for meeting place, Tuesdays, 11 a.m., $5. Take a docent-led tour of the historic theatre and enjoy demos on the 1922 Robert Morton Theatre Organ. (528-0506, 791-1305)
Historical Walking Tours
Call for meeting place, second Saturdays, 10 a.m.-noon, $10-$20. Take a Historical tour of the capitol district area, including Iolani Palace, Mission Houses Museum and more. Reservations recommended. (531-0481 ext. 707)
Historical, Cultural Tours
Meet at 1040 Smith St., Chinatown, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9:30 a.m., $10. Join the Hawaiian Heritage Center in exploring Chinatown galleries and understanding exhibits on Chinese, Filipino, Japanese, Jewish and Portugese cultures. Flexible times for groups of 20 or more. (521-2749)
Iolani Palace Tours
Iolani Barracks, Iolani Palace grounds, corner of King and Richards Streets, Tuesdays-Saturdays, guided tours 9-11:15 a.m.; audio tours 11:45 a.m.-3 p.m.; $5-$15. Visit the only official residence of royalty in the U.S. and a national historic landmark. (522-0832)
Ohana Walking Tours
Meet at King Kamehameha Statue, 417 S. King St., Honolulu, Saturdays and Sundays, 9-11 a.m., $10-$15. Take a guided historical walking tour through beautiful downtown Honolulu to discuss ancient history up to current issues. (1-866-204-7331, http://www.ohanatours.org)
‘The Edge of Night’ Tours
Meet on the steps of the state library, Wednesdays, 7-10 p.m., $25. The tour heads to Waialua, exploring the community’s old secrets and mysteries. (699-4940, http://www.mysteriesofhonolulu.com)
Walking Tours, Cultural Activities
Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy., North Shore, daily tour times, 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m.; regular hours 9 a.m.-5 p.m., $3-$6. Native plant history, history, wildlife and Alea Ula Interpretation tours are available. Cultural activities include lei making, kapa demo, hula lessons and more. (638-7766)
‘What’s Blooming/What’s Bearing Fruit’
Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy., first and third Sundays, 2-3 p.m., valley admission. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon stroll on “What’s Blooming/What’s Bearing Fruit” with David Orr, botanical collections specialist. (638-7766, http://www.waimeavalley.net)
Choral Singing
Ko’olaupoko Hawaiian Civic Club, 46-005 Kawa St., Suite 210, Kaneohe, Mondays (except the second Monday of each month), 7 p.m., free. Join in choral singing directed by Aaron Mahi. (235-8111)
Chorus Rehearsals
St. Francis School, 2707 Pamoa Road, Manoa, Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. The Na Leo Lani Chorus welcomes women singers. Learn about singing in a four part a cappella harmony. Ages 16-plus. (440-4607, http://www.sweetadelineshawaii.org)
Female Acapella Group
St. Francis School, 2707 Pamoa Road, Honolulu, Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., free. Love to sing, perform and have fun? Join real women for real harmony and learn to sing four part acapella harmony in the barbershop style (as in Sweet Adeline harmony). (429-9901, http://www.sweetadelineshawaii.org)
Jam Session
Kilauea District Park, 4109 Kilauea Ave., Fridays, 9-11 a.m., free. Join in the jam session with Kupuna Kanikapila for music and singing with all stringed instruments. (732-8822, http://sites.google.com/site/kupunakanikapilagroup/)
Jazz
Byodo-In Temple, Valley of the Temples, 47-200 Kahekili Hwy., Kaneohe, 1-3 p.m., $2-$3. Enjoy the smooth sounds at the “Jazz Peace Concert” this and every last Saturday of the month. (239-9844)
‘Kanikapila’
Waimea Valley’s Pikake Pavilion, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, third Sundays, 1-4 p.m., free. Kanikapila is a traditional Hawaiian music jam session where musicians of all ages and skill levels are invited to perpetuate the mele (music), and the tradition in which music was passed from generation to generation. Bring your instrument cable if you would like to plug in. (638-7766, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
‘Na Mele Nei Concert’
Ward Warehouse Amphitheatre, 1050 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, first Sundays, 1-3 p.m., free. The Na Mele Nei Concert features local musicians. (778-2945)
Singers Wanted
Ala Wai Club House, 404 Kapahulu, Thursdays, 7-9:30 p.m. The Sounds of Aloha Chorus (Barbershop Harmony Society), a male four-part a cappella organization, is holding auditions in all voice parts for its May 8th show at Hawaii Theatre. Music reading ability not required. Ends May 6. (262-7664)
Night Market
Aloha Tower, 1 Aloha Tower Drive, Honolulu, third Wednesdays, 5-10 p.m., free admission. Enjoy a black and white fashion show, live entertainment, music, dancing, art, a traditional Hawaiian Awa ceremony demo and more. (457-9399, http://www.alohatowernightmarket.com)
Swing Dance Club Hawaii
Palladium Ala Wai Golf Course, 2nd floor, 404 Kapahulu Ave., first and last Sundays, 6:30-9:30 p.m., $5-$8. Join the Swing Dance Club Hawaii for a fun evening of dancing west coast swing, cha cha, nightclub 2-step, waltz, hustle, country 2-step and more! All ages. (261-0105, 834-7744)
Waikiki Pub Crawl
Ohana Waikiki West, 2330 Kuhio Ave., Honolulu, Tuesdays and Fridays, 7 p.m., $35-$60. Join the gang for a five-bar pub crawl through Waikiki. The night starts at the Cabanas pool bar in the Ohana Waikiki West and ends at Playbar around midnight. Includes five bars, five drinks, simple pasta dinner, 8x10 souvenir photo and tons of fun and entertainment. Ages 21-plus. (779-0444, http://www.waikikipubcrawl.com)
Farrington High 1946
Tsukiji Fish Market and Restaurant, 1450 Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu, 1450 Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu, April 27, 2010, 11 a.m. Register to attend the Farrington High School class of 1946’s 64th Class Reunion. Ends April 27. (262-7163)
Farrington High 1965
Mail to: FHS ‘65 Alumni Club, 877-1 Ala Lilikoi St., Honolulu, HI 96818. The Farrington High School class of 1965 announces their 45th class reunion May 21-23, 2010 in Las Vegas and the week of October 16th, 2010 in Honolulu, and also is updating their classmate mailing list. Ends May 23. (486-3978, http://www.kalihikids.com)
Hanapi Ohana Reunion
Call for locations and times, Aug. 6-8, 2010. Join us for the Hanapi Family Reunion. Ends Aug. 8, 2010. (595-8899, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
LHS Class of 1970
Call for location, Hawaii’s Big Bash, June 24-27; Las Vegas Extravaganza, Oct. 12-16; call for pricing. Leilehua High School’s class of 1970 celebrates their 40th class reunion this June and October in Hawaii and Las Vegas, respectively. Call to update your contact information. Ends June 27 and Oct. 16. (487-1111, 753-2416, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
McKinley Class Of 1980
Update your contact info. for the McKinley High class of 1980 reunion August 19-21. Include your maiden name if different from high school, address, phone number, and email address. RSVP by Aug. 18. (294-1364, 383-3208, 372-5467, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
Catamaran Saturdays
Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand, second floor Waikiki Grand Hotel, 134 Kapahulu Ave., Waikiki, Saturdays, 2 p.m., $20. Hop aboard this weekly all-gay cruise, includes a free mai tai or draft beer when you return to Hula’s after the boat ride. (923-0669)
Free Potluck
Fellowship Hall, Honolulu Central SDA Church, 2313 Nuuanu Ave., Honolulu, Saturdays, 12:45-1:20 p.m., free. Attend this free potluck and pitch in with a dish of your own. (.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
Green Drinks Honolulu
Brassiere Du Vin, 1115 Bethel St., downtown Honolulu, first Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Attend this social gathering for people who are interested in a greener planet and those who work in environmentally-related jobs. Drink specials. (545-1115, http://www.greendrinkshonolulu.com)
Green Drinks Waikiki
Doraku Sushi, third floor Royal Hawaiian Center, 2233 Kalakaua Ave., Waikiki, last Wednesdays, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Attend an informal gathering for people who work in sustainability fields and anyone else interested in a greener planet. Drink specials and special guests. (922-3323)
‘Historic Bites’
Mission Houses Museum, 553 S. King St., Honolulu, first Tuesdays, noon-1 p.m., free. Each month the museum offers a special lunch time talk focusing on a historical topic of interest. (447-3910)
House of Brews
Bar 35, 35 N. Hotel St., Honolulu, Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m., $20. Taste eight of Bar 35’s famous beers and eat pizza by chef Valentini. Themes and topics change each week. (537-3535)
Pau Hana Paina
Chiko’s Tavern, 930 McCully St., Honolulu, third Fridays, 5:30-7 p.m. Pride at Work Hawaii hosts discussions on issues of concern to the lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community and anyone who supports equality, inclusion and justice. Free pupus. (543-6054, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address))
Psychic Fair
Maunakea Marketplace, 1120 Maunakea St., Chinatown, third Sundays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Blue Moon Readers presents. Readings in astrology, palministry, clairvoyance, tarot cards and more. (489-6339)
Psychic Fair
Town Center of Mililani, second Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., $12 for 10 minutes; $20 for 20 minutes. Enjoy Palm Analysis, cards, Western numerology, Tarot cards and Native American/Hawaiian spirit guides. (239-2574)
Shop, Bop and Grind
Chaplain Lane, Bethel Street and Chaplain Lane, Honolulu, first Fridays, 6-9 p.m. Shop for clothing, accessories and more from loads of local vendors. Live music, DJs and food served. (537-3080)
Show on the Beach
Kuhio Beach Hula Mound near Duke Kahanamoku statue, corner of Uluniu and Kalakaua Avenues, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Authentic Hawaiian music, hula dancing and Hawaiian performers entertain, weather permitting. Lawn seating available and beach chairs welcome. (843-8002)
Sunset on the Beach
Queen’s Surf Beach, Waikiki, Saturdays and Sundays, 9 a.m.; movie, 6:20 p.m. Live entertainment, food, crafters and more. Aft
