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Kealakekua Library offers craft for keiki

Kids age 5 and older with an adult are invited to construct a Jacob’s ladder toy with playing cards and ribbon at Kealakekua Library. The program is free and all materials are provided.

Info: 323-7585.

Natural disaster preparedness workshop planned

State Reps. Nicole Lowen and Mark Nakashima are hosting a natural disaster preparedness workshop with Hawaii County Civil Defense, University of Hawaii Sea Grant and the National Weather Service.

It is planned from 9-11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 9 at West Hawaii Civic Center, Council Chambers, Building A.

Participants will learn how to prepare their families and homes for natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods, earthquakes and tsunamis. Emergency supply kits, evacuation planning, sheltering in place, insurance and home retrofits will be discussed.

The Homeowner’s Handbook to Prepare for Natural Hazards is also available for download at: http://seagrant.soest.hawaii.edu/homeowners-handbook-prepare-natural-hazards

Reserve a seat: replowen@capitol.hawaii.gov, 586-8400.