September 4

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Thursday September 4
CLASSES
Giving Birth: The Castle Experience
Castle Medical Center, four sessions beginning Sept. 4, 6-8 p.m., $45/person, $80/couple. Specifically geared for those giving birth at Castle Medical Center. Learn different aspects of the birth experience. Suggested for those in their third trimester. Advanced registration is required. (263-5400, castlemed.org)

Using Hawaiian Words
Liliha Public Library, 6 p.m., free. An introductory session that explains the basics of Hawaiian word structure, spelling and pronunciation. (587-7577)

Yoga Pilates
Kaiser Permanente Hawaii Waipio Medical Office, Thursdays through Dec. 4 (no class Nov. 27), 5:30-6:30 p.m., contact for cost. This class features a combination of yoga and pilates for a full body workout. Advanced registration is required. (432-2260)

COMMUNITY
Explore Scholarship Opportunities
University of Phoenix Honolulu Campus (745 Fort Street, room 106), 5-6 p.m., free. University of Phoenix Hawaii Campus hosts a scholarship workshop for attendees to learn how to research scholarship opportunities and develop scholarship strategy. Advanced registration is recommended. (uopxhawaii.eventbrite.com)

A Lucky Modern Buddha Belly
The Modern Honolulu, 6-9 p.m., $200-$300. The night puts a spotlight on Hawaii’s unique location as a culinary hub of the Pacific where east meets with with 14 esteemed international chefs showcasing dishes inspired by Lucky Buddha. (hawaiifoodandwinefestival.com)

Hawaii Literacy Pau Hana Block Party
Murphy’s Bar & Grill, 6-9 p.m., $35/one person, $65/two people. The sixth annual event features live music, food, a silent auction and more. (hawaiiliteracy.org/events, 537-6706)

THE ARTS
Chaos and Order
Gallery of Hawaii Artists, July 3-Sept. 25, contact for days, times and cost. Polish-born fine artist Rafal Cholodzinski presents his paintings that feature creative interpretations of various landscapes including those found in Europe, North America and tropical environments of Western Africa. (info@galleryofhawaiiartists.com)

Waikiki Parc Features Emily Patacsil
Waikiki Parc Hotel, Parc Promenade Gallery, Sept. 4-Nov. 21, daily hotel hours, free admission (complimentary parking with hotel validation). Waikiki Parc features Emily Patacsil’s glass and mixed media sculptures. (921-7272)