What’s Up in Windward Oahu
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Wednesday May 14
Stargazers Hokulani Imaginarium presents “Stargazing” at 7 tonight, “Sounds of the Underground” at 7 and 8 p.m. May 21, and “Perfect Little Planet” at 7 p.m. May 23 on the WCC campus. Admission is $7-$5. Call 235-7433.
Hurricane awareness Waimanalo’s Hazard Awareness & Resilience Program meets at 5:30 p.m. for an early presentation on tropical cyclones and hurricanes, and convenes at 6:30 p.m. for its monthly meeting, both in the Hawaii National Guard dining facility at Bellows. Call Frencha at 259-7222.
Kahaluu board meets Kahaluu Neighborhood Board meets at 7 p.m. at KEY Project on Waihee Road. Call 768-3710.
Feldenkrais Windward Unity Church and Bebe present a program on the Feldenkrais method at 6:30 p.m. at the church, 46-005 Kawa St. Suite 303. Call 262-6731.
Chi Kung class Deadline is today to register for “Introduction to Chi Kung,” set for 9:45 a.m. May 21 in Hale Kuhina 115 at WCC. Fee is $12. Call 235-7433.
AA meetings Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 6:30 and 8 p.m. today, and at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Windward Unity Church, 46-005 Kawa St. Suite 303. Call 262-6731.
Thursday May 15
Elder scams Hawaii State FCU’s Karen Ho discusses “Elder Financial Abuse: the Crime of the 21st Century” at 6:30 p.m. at Kailua Library. Call 266-9911.
Nature hour Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden has a preschool nature hour on “Flowers and Bees” at 10:30 a.m. Call 233-7323.
Library tale Kaneohe Library’s weekly preschool storytime features “Harmony the Mermaid” at 10:30 a.m. today. Call 233-5676.
Kaneohe board meets Kaneohe Neighborhood Board meets at 7 p.m. at Ben Parker Elementary cafeteria. Call 768-3710.
Friday May 16
Scholarship golf Turtle Bay Foundation sponsors a three-person scramble golf tournament from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., including registration, lunch, golf tourney, and an awards pupu party at Surfer, the Bar. Proceeds support a scholarship fund for area seniors and its projects for nonprofits. Email info@turtlebayfoundation.com or call 447-6953 or 293-6000.
Karate class Windward Oahu Foundation Shotokan Karate launches a beginners class at 6 tonight in Kaneohe Elementary School cafeteria. Call 306-3057.
School concert St. John Vianney Parish School presents its spring concert at 6:30 p.m. in the church with selections by the beginning band and orchestra, and the concert band and orchestra, under the direction of Dana Arbaugh. On the program are songs from around the world, from Pirates of the Caribbean and Star Wars, and the premiere of an original composition by the percussion ensemble. Call 261-4651.
96744 town hall Community Works in 96744 conducts a town hall meeting at 6 p.m. at KEY Project, 47-200 Waihee Road, offering a light dinner and discussions about alcohol prevention among youths. Child care for younger children will be provided. RSVP to 235-7747.
Kailua music The Saloon Pilots entertain bluegrass style from 8:30 to 11 p.m. at Big City Diner Kailua on Hekili Street. Call 263-8880.
Beach cleanup Kahaluu Elementary School’s fifth- and sixth-graders sponsor a cleanup of Kahuku Beach from 8 a.m. to noon, and volunteers are welcome to meet the group at the site. Call Danny Afualo at 380-7379 or KEY Project at 239-5777.
Kaneohe music Manai’a entertains from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. at Haleiwa Joe’s on Haiku Road. Next up is Kapena on May 23. Call 247-6671.
SaturdayMay 17
Heeia stream help Volunteers meet from 9 a.m. to noon today and June 21 to help restore Heeia Stream. To RSVP, call 277-5611 or email nalani@huihawaii.org.
Classic cars East End Hot Rod Club has a classic car show from 5 to 9 p.m. in the Windward Mall parking lot. Call 235-1143.
Kanikapila Harold K.L. Castle Foundation presents a Kanikapila at 4 p.m. at Kailua Town Center’s parking garage, featuring Makana. Call 263-7073.
Blood drive Hawaii Blood Bank has a donor drive from 8 to 11:45 a.m. at Laie Shopping Center. Call 848-4770.
Kahuku hike Hawaii Nature Center leads a Kahuku coast hike at 9 a.m. for families and hikers age 7 and older. Fee is $10. Call 955-0100, ext. 118.
Kailua basketball Kailua Community Basketball League registers players age 7-17 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Enchanted Lake Park. Bring proof of birth date and health insurance. Call 216-8103.
Sunday May 18
Ballet showcase Hawaii State Ballet presents its spring dance showcase at 1 and 5 p.m. at Paliku Theatre with its junior through advanced level students. Tickets cost $25. Call 947-2755.
Choral concert Hawaii Youth Chorus performs at 3 p.m. at Windward Mall. Call 235-1143.
Plastic free Plastic Free Hawaii is at Kailua Town Farmers Market from 8:30 a.m. to noon at Kailua Elementary to share its plan to distribute free reusable tote bags to a plastic-free Oahu. Call 388-9696.
Blood drive Hawaii Blood Bank has a donor drive from 7:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church at Koolau. Call 848-4770.
Senior living Wesley Young gives an overview of retirement communities and home services at 1 p.m. at Kaneohe Library, followed by a Q & A session. Call 233-5676.
Handbell concert The Mele Mai Paki Lima Community Handbell Ensemble performs a free show at 2 p.m. in Pohai Nani. Call 234-6639.
Monday May 19
Ohana food Ohana Food Produce Distribution has free food on a first-come, first-served basis for qualified people from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at KEY Project on Waihee Road. Call 239-5744.
Tuesday May 20
Kaneohe concert George Kamalamalama performs Hawaiian music in a free concert at 7 p.m. in Pohai Nani auditorium. Call 234-6639.
Choir concert Kahuku Library hosts a free public concert by the Keiki Chorus and the seniors club. Call 293-8935.