October 5
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Friday October 5
Child and Family Service Gerontology Health Maintenance Program
Kamalu Hoolulu Housing 111, Building B, 94-943 Kauolu Place, Fridays through Dec. 14, 9-10:30 a.m., free. This class is a low-impact beginner’s class for seniors. The focus is to provide evidence-based techniques to improve flexibility and balance. (681-1463)
Blood Bank of Hawaii
Oahu Veterans Center, Bloodmobile, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., free. Donate blood and save lives. Pre-registration recommended. (848-4770, bbh.org)
Friends of Waimanalo Library Book Sale
Waimanalo Public and School Library, meeting room, 41-1320 Kalanianaole Hwy., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 5, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., free. Sale proceeds will benefit the library and its programs. (259-2610)
‘Island Soldier’
Da Shop: Books + Curiosities, 6:30 p.m., free. See a screening of a film about Micronesian soldiers fighting for their future, followed by a talk with filmmaker Nathan Fitch. Pupu and drinks will be available. (islandsoldiermovie.com)
Kupuna Independent Life Series
Moiliili Community Center, 2535 S. King St., Fridays through Dec. 14, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., contact for cost. Seniors age 55 and older can receive health and wellness workshops, exercise, support groups, free and nutritious breakfast and lunch, and more. (732-7755)
Waipahu High School Class of 1971 65th Birthday Party and Golf Tourney
Pre-registration required by Oct. 5 for Oct. 27 event. Golf Tourney at Mililani Golf Course, 9:30 a.m., $59; Party at Maile Chinese Restaurant, 4:30 p.m., $27. Marauders are invited to celebrate their 65th birthday. There will be a golf tournament, party, grinds and other activities. Family and friends are welcome. (tourney 931-0817, party 226-1998)
Yard & Bake Sale
Corner of Dole Street and University Avenue, Oct. 5-6, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., free. There will be lots of treasures and baked goods for sale. Come shop, eat and help spread the word to help UH Manoa Children’s Center. The sale will raise money for the school and keiki. (956-7963, hawaii.edu/childrenscenter)
Kroctober Fest
The Salvation Army Kroc Center Hawaii, 91-3257 Kualakai Pkwy., 6:30-9 p.m., free. Enjoy festive activities including pumpkin carving, games, prizes, arts and crafts, and fun for the entire family. Food will be available for purchase. (682-5505)
Tequila Herradura
Vintage 1901, 5-8 p.m., $28. Join a tasting flight of three tequilas. Small bites will also be available for purchase. (ashley.chandler@westin.com)
Hanocon & Awards 2018
Pomaikai Ballrooms, 735 Iwilei Road, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., $240-$800. Attend a gathering of some of Hawaii’s biggest nonprofit organizations. Pre-registration required. (hano-hawaii.org/learn/hanocon)
