September 23
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Tuesday September 23
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International stars will again grace the Hawaii Opera Theatre stage this season, but more local singers are taking on larger roles, including (from left) Leon Williams, Kristin Stone, Blythe, Quinn and Debbie Kelsey, and Buz Tennent. And in major news, this is the last ‘opera season’ as HOT goes year-round
AARP Driver Safety Program
Kaiser Permanente Hawaii, Honolulu Medical Office, Sept. 23 and Nov. 25, noon-4 p.m., $15-$20. This class allows those over the age of 50 to brush up on driving skills. Advanced registration is required. (1-866-295-7282)
Chairobics
Honolulu Medical Office, Tuesdays and Thursdays through Oct. 16, 9:30-10:30 a.m., $4/members, $5/non-members. For those who have difficulty walking or use an assistive device such as a cane, walker or wheelchair. The class includes a warm-up, stretching, range-of-motion exercises and strength training. A written doctor’s authorization note is required. Advanced registration is required. (432-2260)
Dahn Yoga
Kaiser Permanente Waipio Medical Office, Tuesdays through Dec. 9 (no class Nov. 11 and 18), 10:30-11:30 p.m., contact for cost. Dahn Yoga combines Ki energy training with modern techniques. Advanced registration is requried. (432-2260)
Hawaii Ballroom Dance
Hawaii Ballroom Dance Association, Pearlridge Chapter, 98-019 Kamehameha Hwy., Suite 211A and 212A, Tuesdays until Oct. 14, 7-8 p.m., free. Register for waltz, samba and more with Hawaii Ballroom Dance Association, with classes running from Oct. 7-Nov. 25. (456-2129 or 488-3935)
Hawaiian Language Conversation 1
University of Hawaii at Manoa, Sakamaki C101, Tuesdays through Oct. 28, 7-8 p.m., $55. Advanced registration is required. (outreach.hawaii.edu/noncredit/courses)
Hawaiian Language Conversation 2
University of Hawaii at Manoa, Sakamaki C101, Tuesdays through Oct. 28, 8-9 p.m., $55. Advanced registration is required. (outreach.hawaii.edu/noncredit/courses)
Hawaiian Language, Legends and Lore
University of Hawaii at Manoa, Sakamaki C101, Tuesdays through Oct. 28, 6-7 p.m., $55. Advanced registration is required. (outreach.hawaii.edu/noncredit/courses)
Listening in a Hectic World
Contact for location, deadline to register is Sept. 23, class takes place Oct. 3, 8 a.m.-noon, $115-$125. Cultivate a listening approach that balances the need to obtain information with awareness that every interaction offers an opportunity to cement solid work relationships. (outreach.hawaii.edu/ibpd)
Move Camp
Kaiser Permanente Honolulu Medical Office, Tuesdays and Thursdays through Oct. 9, 5:45-6:45 p.m., contact for cost. Use the latest fitness tools such as resistance bands, medicine balls, ropes and more to build cardio, strength, balance and core. Advanced registration is required. (432-2260)
Speaking to Influence Others
Contact for location, deadline to register is Sept. 23, class takes place Oct. 3, 1-5 p.m., $115-$125. Develop speaking techniques and strategies to achieve results by gaining the attention. ensuring the understanding and influencing the actions of people who hear your message. (outreach.hawaii.edu/ibpd)
Yoga
Kaiser Permanente Hawaii Honolulu Medical Office, Tuesdays and Thursdays through Oct. 9, 5-6 p.m., contact for cost. Promote your health and well-being using basic yoga poses. Advanced registration is required. (432-2260)
Zumba
Kaiser Permanente Hawaii Mapunapuna Medical Office, Tuesdays through Dec. 9 (no class Nov. 11), 5:30-6:30 p.m., contact for cost. Zumba is a fusion of Latin and international dance themes blended with body sculpting movements and easy to follow dance steps. Advanced registration is required. (432-2260)
COMMUNITY
A Taste For Books
The Parish of St. Clement’s (1515 Wilder Avenue), 6-9 p.m., $25/standing, $50/seated. Friends of Maikiki Community Library hold a fundraising event to maintain the library’s operations and service the community. The night includes a menu highlighting businesses and diversity of Hawaii’s urban community, and a silent auction. (342-6777)
True Tone Tuesday
Downbeat Lounge, 8-10 p.m., free. Gary Liu and Sean Cleland perform live. (josheightysix@gmail.com)
SurivivALOHA Pa‘ina
Highway Inn Kakaako, 680 Ala Moana Blvd., 5:30-9 p.m., $75 at door, $65 advance. Attendees get a copy of Brother Noland’s “The Hawaiian Survival Handbook,” a Brother Noland CD and a chance to listen to live entertainment and enjoy a “From the Wild” pupu menu. (587-7766)
Zhi Gang Sha Book Signing
Barnes and Noble Honolulu, 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., 7-10 p.m., free. Author and soul healer Zhi Gang Sha signs his latest book. (988-8090)
Kuhio Beach Hula Show
Kuhio Beach Hula Mound, 6:30-7:30 p.m., free. Ainsley Halemanu and Hula Halau Ka Liko O Ka Palai perform. (843-8002)
THE ARTS
Members’ Exhibit
Honolulu Hale, 530 S. King St., exhibit runs through Sept. 25, Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., free. Korean Artists Association of Hawaii presents its annual Members’ Exhibit. (768-6666)
