October 1

Kroc Center Hawaii, Mondays, Sept. 10 to Dec. 10, 6-9 p.m., $240. Experiment with charcoal, ink, watercolor and/or acrylic while learning to use line, tone, perspective and color. Each session will focus on one type of subject matter, such as still life, landscape, or the clothed human figure. (kroccenterhawaii.org)

Kroc Center Hawaii, various times, Sept. 10 to Oct. 31, $125. Two classes to choose from: Fundamental Aquatic Skills or Stroke Development. (kroccenterhawaii.org)

Kapolei Elementary cafeteria, Oct. 1, 8 and 15, 7 p.m. registration and class, call for cost. HBDA’s Kapolei Chapter, cha cha, fox trot and bachata. (781-2076)

Kapolei Elementary cafeteria, Oct. 1, 8 and 15, classes begin Oct. 1 and meet for eight Monday nights, call for more information. Cha Cha, Foxtrot and Bachata. (781-2076)

Kroc Center Hawaii, Mondays, Sept. 17 to Nov. 12, 6:45-7:45 p.m., $96, $15/session. Ballroom dancing is an art form in which one can express themselves in new and unique ways. (kroccenterhawaii.org)

Key Projects Center, Kaneohe, Mondays and Thursdays, Oct. 1 to Nov. 12, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $45. The course covers subjects such as handling your boat, Navigation, equipment and safety. (391-9125, kid-coral@hawaii.rr.com)

Manoa Japanese Language School, Oct. 1 and 8, 6:45 p.m., visit website for more information. Learn to dance the cha cha, foxtrot and bachata at the Hawaii Ballroom Dance Association’s Manoa Chapter. Monday night classes start at 7 p.m. starting Oct. 1. (hbda-hawaii.org/manoa)

Kaimuki Public Library, young adult area, 6 p.m., free. Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions, a division of Kaplan Inc., will conduct the one-hour seminar for interested high school students and their parents. (733-8422)

American Red Cross, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Oct. 1, 4, 7, 11, 12, 15, 17, 25, 28 and 30, $90. Get trained to recognize and care for victims of illness and sudden injuries and learn how to use an AED for life-threatening respiratory or cardiac emergencies on adults. Call to register. (1-800-733-2767)

Windward Community College, Hale Kuhina 115, Mondays and Wednesdays until Oct. 31, 6:30-8:30 a.m., $48. Learn this venerable Chinese martial arts to improve your mental and physical health. Call to register. (235-7433)

Gus Webling Elementary cafeteria, 98-270 Paihi St., Aiea, Oct. 1-Nov. 26 register Oct. 1 7-9 p.m. for beginners; Oct. 2-Nov. 27 register Oct. 2 from 7-9 p.m. for intermediate, $20/with $15 annual memebership. (833-4346, hbda-hawaii.org)

American Red Cross, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., $70. Get trained to recognize and care for victims of life-threatening respiratory or cardiac emergencies and learn how to use an AED for life-threatening respiratory or cardiac emergencies on adults. Call to register. (1-800-733-2767)

The First Unitarian Church of Honolulu, 2500 Pali Hwy., Honolulu, Tuesdays until Dec. 4, 7-9 p.m., $120. The 12 workshops will focus on compassionate communication and deep listening. (595-4047)

Kroc Center Hawaii, Tuesdays, Sept. 4 to Nov. 6, 6:30-8 p.m., $25/workbook. Learn concrete, no-nonsense solutions in a straight forward, step-by-step intervention action plan. (kroccenterhawaii.org)

Waimalu Elementary School, register Oct. 2 and 9 at 7 p.m. Call for cost and more details. Learn to dance the merengue, tango, and the salsa at the Hawaii Ballroom Dance Association’s Pearlridge Chapter. (836-4579)

American Red Cross, 1-5 p.m. Oct. 2 and 24, $70. Learn emergency action steps and first aid procedures for injuries and sudden illnesses. Call to register. (1-800-733-2767)

Kroc Center Hawaii, Tuesdays, Sept. 11 to Nov. 20, 3:30-5:30 p.m., $175. In this exciting, fun class for children who enjoy cartoon art, students learn how to develop their own original characters through lessons in facial expression, action poses, costumes and storytelling. (kroccenterhawaii.org)

SBA Hawaii District Office, 10-11:30 a.m., free, call to register. The event is targeted at entrepreneurs over the age of 50 to match these “encore entrepreneurs” with successful business owners and community leaders for advice and assistance. (541-2990 ext. 2)

Foster Botanical Garden, 9:30-11:30 a.m., $5 plus garden admission. Create holiday ornaments from lauhala. Call for reservations. (522-7064)

Kapiolani Medical Center, 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; Pacific Guardian Center, 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m., free. (bbh.org)

Angels by the Sea Hawaii at the Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, 2552 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, 5:30-8:30 p.m. The Waikiki fashion boutique partners with the Domestic Violence Action Center to strengthen abuse prevention efforts and outreach. (angelsbytheseahawaii.com)

Spalding Clubhouse, Oct. 1-5, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., $75. Youth will meet new friends and experience exciting field trips to: Aloun Farms, Waikiki Aquarium and the Makapuu Lighthouse Hike & Waiamanalo Beach Park. (spaldingbgch.com)

Spalding Clubhouse, Oct. 1-5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., $30. Youth will meet new friends and experience exciting field trips to: Aloun Farms, Waikiki Aquarium and the Makapuu Lighthouse Hike & Waiamanalo Beach Park. (spaldingbgch.com)

Coconut Island, Tuesdays until Oct. 30, 9 a.m. to noo, $100. This program will introduce you to the exciting research and rich history of Moku o Lo‘e, Coconut Island, and the Hawai‘i Institute of Marine Biology based there. Call to register. (235-7433, cwiener@hawaii.edu)

State of Hawaii King Kalakaua Bldg., 8 a.m.-1 p.m.; UH Manoa, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.; HPU Hawaii Loa Campus, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., free. (bbh.org)

KCC Cafeteria, 5:30 p.m., free. This will be a fascinating presentation on Lord Howe Island’s ecosystems, plants, birds, marine life and other natural beauty, will have broad appeal to people on Kauai. (ntbg.org)

Westin Moana Surfrider Hotel, Oct. 2-4, 9 a.m., visit website for cost. Healthcare providers and the general public will have an opportunity to bid on more than 3,000 items of medical equipment of the now defunct Hawaii Medical Center during a live theater-style auction. (stfrancishawaii.org)

Hard Rock Cafe, 280 Beach Walk, Honolulu, Oct. 1 and 8, 5-7 p.m., free. Acoustic Blues/ Rock and traditional delta blues. (955-7383)

Mililani Public Library, Tuesdays, Sept. 11 to Oct. 16, 10:30 a.m., free. Keiki ages 2 to 5, accompanied by a parent or caregiver, are invited to listen to stories, learn finger plays, and sing songs. (627-7470)