April 10
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Wednesday April 10
CLASSES
Body Conditioning
Kaiser Permanente – Honolulu Clinic third floor, Mondays and Wednesdays until April 22, 6-7 p.m., $5-$6.50. Aerobics with a touch of zumba, appropriate for all levels, including beginners. Pre-registration required. (432-2260)
Computer Literacy
Kroc Center Hawaii, Wednesdays until April 24, 6-8 p.m., free. Learn and improve basic computer skills in programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel and more. For ages 16 and older. (kroccenterhawaii.org, 682-5505)
Hapi/Haori Making Class
Kalaheo Neighborhood Center, call by April 10 to RSVP, class takes place on April 18 and 25, 8 a.m.-noon, contact for cost. (332-8452)
The Science and Art of Meditation
Kaiser Permanente – Honolulu Clinic, fourth floor waiting area, 6:30-8 p.m., $39-$43. Learn the ageless technique of meditation. Pre-registration required. (432-2260)
Acupressure for the Neck, Shoulders and Back
Windward Community College, Hale Kuhina 105, 9:45-11:45 a.m., $9. Practice Jin Shin sequences for shoulder tension and circulation of ki through the neck and back. (235-7433)
COMMUNITY
Charity Walk Farmers Market
Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki’s Mauna Kea Ballroom, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Show for fresh, local produce and baked goods. All proceeds go to Charity Walk. (956-1111 ext. 4035)
In Sickness and In Health
Castle Medical Center’s Wellness Center Auditorium, 6-7 p.m., free. Jamil Sulieman, MD, a specialist in sleep disorders and medicine, provides a better understanding of sleep disorders and how to treat them. Pre-registration is required. (263-5400, castlemed.org)
Mililani Library Temporarily Closed
Mililani Public Library, April 9 through April 12. Mililani Public Library is scheduled to be closed temporarily for fumigation and tenting. Donations not accepted during the closure. Renewals can be made by calling any library that is open; books and library materials can be returned to any public library. (librarieshawaii.org)
Mission 4/1 Earth Campaign
The Church of the Crossroads, until May 19. The Church of the Crossroads engages in the United Church of Christ Mission 4/1 Earth Campaign to accomplish three national goals: engaging in one million hours of Earth care; planting 1,000 trees national and locally and writing 1,000 letters and petitions on environmental changes. (949-2220)
THE ARTS
The Ancient Hawaiian State
Kana‘ina Building (Old Archives Building) on the grounds of Iolani Palace, refreshments and book signing takes place at 7 p.m., program starts at 7:30 p.m., free. A free lecture by Rob Hommon of his book, “The Ancient Hawaiian State.” Copies of the book available for 20 percent discount. (537-6271)
Children’s Science Books Exhibit
Salt Lake-Moanalua Library, through April 19, free. An exhibit featuring 405 of the latest science books for children. (831-6831)
Hawaii Children’s Theatre Summer 2013 Registration
Contact for location and times, workshops begin on June 10, register until May 24. The Hawaii Children’s Theatre Summer Stars will present Disney’s “The Little Mermaid.” Register now to reserve your spot, registration is on a first come, first serve basis. (hawaiichildrenstheatre.com, 246-8985)
SPECIAL EVENTS
Take Charge of Your Future
Visit website for more information, runs until April 20. GEAR UP Hawaii sponsors the second annual “Take Charge of Your Future” commercial script writing challenge. Students in sixth through twelfth grade in Hawaii public schools are encouraged to write a script for a 30-second commercial promoting what students can do to prepare for college and a career in a fun way. (gearuphawaii.edu)
Adam Crowe Performs
REAL A Gastro Pub & Restaurant, 5:30-7:30 p.m., contact for cost. Adam Crowe performs acoustic delta and traditional blues. (596-2566)
Jazz Clique
Jazz Mind’s Art & Cafe, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, contact for cost. Jazz Clique is a band of talented local musicians sharing a passion for jazz. (945-0800)
A Small Area of Land
R&D and ii Gallery, runs until April 27, Tues.-Fri. 7 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., free. Check out Sean Connelly’s temporary art sculpture made of 32,000 pounds of volcanic soil and coral sand. (interislandterminal.org)
Ainu Treasures: A Living Tradition in Northern Japan
East-West Center Gallery, weekdays 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 12-4 p.m., call for cost. Like many other indigenous people throughout the world, the Ainu have taken initiative to revive their traditional culture, including a project for Ainu artists to make replicas of Ainu artifacts owned by various museums. This exhibition features modern Ainu masterpieces and replicas of traditional artifacts. (944-7177, arts.eastwestcenter.org)
Different Styles and Approaches
The ARTS at Marks Garage, April 8-12, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., $100-$375. Five renowned instructors and artists offer five days of instruction. Sample the work of Helen Iaea, George Woollard, Roger Whitlock, Stacy Vosberg and Frances Hill. (372-4561, 286-5909)