Kealakekua library celebrating 65 years
In celebration of the 65th anniversary of Kealakekua Public Library, local well-known musician Brian Kiernan will be featured in a free performance from 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesday. The public is invited to attend.
The Friends of the Libraries, Kona is sponsoring this event that is suitable for the whole family. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Light refreshments will be served.
Contact the library as soon as possible if a sign language interpreter or other special accommodation is needed. Kealakekua Public Library is located at 81-6619 Mamalahoa Highway. For more information, call the library at 323-7585.
Hospice offers volunteer training
North Hawaii Hospice will conduct a volunteer training, which includes an online component with a workbook for participants to view and complete at their own pace. This part of the training can be done in five to seven hours and needs to be completed by Oct. 30. The second part of the training will be held from noon to 8 p.m. Nov. 6 at North Hawaii Hospice in Waimea. Lunch will be included.
Completion of both the online and in-house training is mandatory to become a certified hospice volunteer.
To register, call Bobbi Bryant at 930-6625 or email volunteer.coordinator@northhawaiihospice.org.
Great Hawaii ShakeOut is Thursday
Hawaii Emergency Management Agency is encouraging Hawaii’s families, schools and businesses to take part in the statewide Great Hawaii ShakeOut earthquake preparedness drill at 10:15 a.m. Thursday.
The internationally recognized earthquake drill allows people to practice in their homes or at work what to do during earthquakes, and to improve preparedness by following three simple steps: “Drop, Cover and Hold On.” Drills provide an opportunity to update emergency plans and supplies, and to ensure safety in the home and workplace to prevent damage and injury.
For more information about this year’s drill or to register a family, school, business or organization, visit shakeout.org/hawaii.
Tutu’s House lists programs
Tutu’s House in Waimea is hosting the following programs:
Ancient Yoga meets from 11 a.m. to noon Friday with Deanna Olivier;. The practice is an integrated system of exercise, breath control and meditation combining yoga postures with breathing techniques for a vigorous workout. Bring water, a yoga mat or towel and wear loose clothing.
Chikako Hoshino-Powers instructs self-massage for shoulders and neck from 10:30 to noon Saturday. Bring one large and two hand towels.
Chronic fatigue conditions are discussed from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 20 by Carol Buck, who will teach about fibromyalgia, lupus, chronic fatigue, aluminum toxicity, celiac, and other autoimmune disorders; allopathic (western) and complementary treatments.
Waimea Monthly Book Club meets from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Oct. 20. This month’s book will be “The Echo Maker” by Richard Power. Participants are responsible for obtaining their own copy of each month’s book. Bring a pupu to share. For more information, contact Kathy at 430-0922.
Cancer support group for women meetsfrom 12:30 to 2 p.m. Oct. 21.
Ed Hickey, AARP volunteer educator, presents “Outsmart Con Artists — Protect Yourself from Scams &Fraud” from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 21.
iPad class meets from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Oct. 21 with Claire Grant. The class tackles different iPad tips and techniques each month and then opens the floor to questions and troubleshooting.
Family support group meets from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Oct. 21, facilitated by Community Children’s Council Parent Co-chairs Alice Bratton and Susan Wood. Parents and caregivers of especially challenging children support each other by sharing successes and challenges.
JonMarie Kaulele, medical support clinical hypnotherapist, presents “Rewire the Brain for More Happiness” from 4 to 5 p.m. Oct. 26. His talk will cover practices that are complimentary and helpful for stress and trauma relief.
“Recovering Your Body after Breast Cancer Surgery” is offered from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 28, Nov. 4, 11 and 18 with Judith Aston and Beth Williams. These classes will help women reclaim their body’s resiliency by supporting post-surgery recovery through stretches designed to neutralize compensations that restrict movement and strength.
For a full listing of all programs, visit tutushouse.org. There are no fees for Tutu’s House programs, but tax-deductible donations are welcome. To register to attend, call Tutu’s House at 885-6777.
Wellness fair scheduled Friday
The First Hawaiian Bank Big Island PrimeTime Wellness Fair will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at the Sheraton Kona Resort &Spa at Keauhou Bay. Admission is free and open to the public.
This wellness event is sponsored as a community service by First Hawaiian Bank, and features 45 booths with a variety of exhibitors showcasing the latest trends and information for those interested in improving their personal health and well-being.
Fifteen new booths have been added this year, including Walk Wise Hawaii, which will provide tips on pedestrian safety for kupuna and will show attendees how to be more visible at night with a fashion show at the fair’s main stage. Also new to the event is Soderholm Bus &Mobility, which will have information on handicap accessible vehicles and mobility installation.
Flu immunization shots will be available for those 18 years and older courtesy of Walgreens. Most insurance plans may be accepted including Medicare Part B and D plans. Current insurance member card(s) and state photo ID are required.
There will also be health screenings for glucose, cholesterol, blood pressure and strength and balance testing. Door prize drawings, games and live entertainment will be scheduled throughout the fair. There will be two grand prize drawings — one will be for a $200 gas gift card courtesy of Mid Pac Petroleum and 76 Hawaii and the other will be for a $200 gift card courtesy of Walgreens.
Entertainment on the main stage will feature a cooking demonstration as well as musical guests Tad Humble and the Humble Project Senior Ukulele Group.
Other activities at the fair include free document shredding of up to two bankers’ boxes per person and free senior IDs by Hawaii County.
In addition to First Hawaiian Bank, the Big Island PrimeTime Wellness Fair is co-sponsored by Hawaii County Elderly Activities Division and Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii LLP.
For more information, call Elderly Recreation Services at 966-5801.