May 7
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Thursday May 7
CLASSES
Adult CPR/AED
American Red Cross Hawaii Chapter, 4155 Diamond Head Road, May 7, 9, 20 and 26, 8:30-11:30 a.m., $70. Learn to recognize and care for victims of life-threatening respiratory or cardiac emergencies and to use an AED on adults. (1-800-733-2767, redcross.org/take-a-class)
All About “Eve”
Happiness U, 560 N. Nimitz Hwy. Ste. 117A, $35. Learn more about the intricate inner workings of the female brain, how it functions differently from a male’s brain, and what accounts for those differences. Pre-registration required. (yourhappinessu.com)
Curve of the Hook
Kapiolani Community College, Hale Ohia cafeteria, 7:30 p.m., free. Senior anthropologist for the Bishop Museum Yoshihiko Sinoto presents the highlights of his amazing career and life. (537-6271, jhiga@hawaiianhistory.org)
Dahn Yoga
Kaiser Permanente Waipio Medical Office, Conference Room 1B, 94-1480 Moaniani St., Thursdays from May 7-Aug. 13, 10:30-11:30 a.m., $42-$70. A Korean style mind-body practice, Dahn Yoga combines Ki energy training with modern techniques. Maximize your brain’s function, increase your creativity, and enjoy deeper sleep, improved memory and peace of mind. Pre-registration required. (432-2260)
Giving Birth: The Castle Experience
Castle Medical Center, four Thursdays starting May 7, 6-8 p.m., $45/person, $80/couple. Designed and taught by experienced labor and delivery nurses, this class is specifically geared for couples giving birth at Castle Medical Center. You will learn different aspects of the birth experience, from preparing for the hospital to caring for you and your baby. Pre-registration required. (263-5400, castlemed.org)
Student Success Coaching – What You Need to Know
Kapiolani Community College, Kahikoluamea Center, 1-4 p.m., free. Learn more about student coaching in topics including theories, structure, techniques, activities and more. Pre-registration required. (734-9286, rentzrt@hawaii.edu)
Yoga Pilates
Kaiser Permanente Waipio Medical Office, 94-1480 Moaniani St., Thursdays from May 7-Aug. 13, 5:30-6:30 p.m., $60-$105. Get a full-body workout in this class that combines yoga and Pilates. Work your core (Pilates) and increase balance and flexibility (yoga). Build strength and stability while sculpting your body. Pre-registration required. (432-2260)
COMMUNITY
Golf Healthy Challenge
Hawaii Prince Golf Club, 9:30 a.m. registration, 11:30 a.m. shotgun start, call for cost. St. Francis Healthcare Foundation hosts its annual tournament, with contests, a buffet dinner and more, in support of St. Francis Kupuna Village. (547-8031, gkaahanui@stfrancishawaii.org)
Pau Hana Arts & Gifts Night
Honolulu Club, 5-9:30 p.m., $5. Enjoy pupus, drink specials, live music and prizes while browsing arts and gifts from featured local artists. Proceeds benefit Hawaii Symphony Orchestra. (585-9626)
MUSIC
JookBox City
Downbeat Lounge, 42 N. Hotel St., 9 p.m.-1 a.m., $5, age 21 and up. Hawaii’s only reggae pop band performs. (533-2328)
Mango Season Duo
Lulu’s Surf Club, May 7, 14, 21 and 28, 6-9 p.m., free. (253-9099)
The Remnants!
Jazz Minds Art and Cafe, 1661 Kapiolani Blvd., 9 p.m., $7. (945-0800)
SPECIAL EVENTS
Dole Plantation Benefit Luau
Dole Plantation, 64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy., 5:30-8:30 p.m., $40. Support Waialua High School robotics with a Hawaiian luau and silent auction, plus a 45-minute demonstration of robotic technology. (dole-plantation.com)
We Are Samoa Festival
Polynesian Cultural Center, May 7-9, check website for schedule and cost. Hawaii’s largest Samoan cultural event and showcase features the 23rd annual World Fireknife Championships and the High School Samoan Cultural Arts Festival. (293-3333, polynesia.com)
Mokule‘ia Writers Retreat
Camp Mokule‘ia, 7-8 p.m., free. Collaborate with other island writers and get valuable feedback on your work. Special guests are Lisa Linn Kanae, George Tanabe, Kevin Won and more.