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TODAY

• ANNUAL INTER-ISLAND COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLE, join hand drummers from around the world, all levels welcome, bring drums or percussion instruments, 2-5 p.m. today, Camp Mokule'ia, 68-729 Farrington Highway, North Shore; free; drumming leader, Arthur Hull. 377-3786.

TOMORROW

• HEALTHCARE JOB FAIR, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Hawai'i Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave., Waikiki; employers to accept resumes and conduct interviews; professional dress recommended; free; those unable to attend may fax resumes to 505-232-7089. 232-0691.

• MEETING OF THE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM BOARD OF TRUSTEES, 1:30 p.m., City Financial Tower, 201 Merchant St., suite 1400, downtown; Ronald Peyton and Matthew Beck of Callan Associates, Inc. to discuss the quarterly investment performance of the portfolio, the Pacific Basin exit strategy and appropriate action; also, socially responsible investing, appointing an independent auditor. 586-1735.

• "ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER IN CHILDREN," free workshop 5 p.m., Hale Na'au Pono (Old Kaiser Building), 87-217 St. John's Road., Wai'anae; sponsored by A.W.A.R.E. Parent Training and Information Project of the Learning Disabilities Association of Hawai'i, Hawai'i Families as Allies and AmeriCorps Parent Support Project. 696-2371.

• BEGINNING EXPERIENCE OF HAWAI'I, support ministry group for divorced, widowed or separated persons, 7-9 p.m., Sts. Peter and Paul Church, 800 Kaheka St.; $20 donation. 949-3387.

• CROHN'S DISEASE AND COLITIS SUPPORT GROUP meeting 7:30 p.m., Straub Clinic, South King St. and Ward Avenue, doctor's lounge. 623-9303.

TUESDAY

• "MOLDING OF CLAY," presentation for seniors by Barbara Ching, clay hobbyist, Aiea Ceramics Club, also excerpts from video on the Raku Hoolaulea, 10 a.m., Central Union Church women's building, 1660 S. Beretania St., Makiki. 941-0957.

• FISHING REGULATION RULE CHANGE PUBLIC HEARING, regarding proposed changes meant to stem the decline in fish populations, 5:30 p.m., Konawaena Elementary School cafeteria, South Kona, Hawai'i; 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Thelma Parker Library, Waimea, Hawai'i; 5:30 p.m., Thursday, Hilo High School cafeteria, Hilo, Hawai'i; by the State Department of Land and Natural Resources. 808-974-6201, 808-327-6226.

• HAWAI'I HISTORICAL BOTTLE COLLECTORS CLUB, 7:30 p.m., second Tuesday of each month, Susannah Wesley Community Center, 1117 Ka'ili St., Kalihi, one block 'ewa of North King and Kalihi Streets. 941-8551.

WEDNESDAY

• "MARKET-FOCUSED IT DEVELOPMENT," event by the Association of Information Technology Professionals, Eric Epling, chief marketing director, RevaComm, to speak, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel, Atkinson Drive, Ala Moana; members and students $19, guests $25, lunch included; call to register. 591-3550.

• Friends and Family Affected by Incarceration Together Healing, support groups facilitated by people who have lived through the experience, 6 p.m., first and third Wednesdays, Unity Church of Hawaii, 3608 Diamond Head Circle, Diamond Head/Kapahulu. 735-4436.

THURSDAY

• NEWCOMERS CLUB OF HONOLULU, women's social organization acquainting new residents in Honolulu, 11:30 a.m. lunch, Waialae Country Club, end of Kahala Avenue; call for reservations and details. 944-3310.

• RESPITE/FOSTER CARE MEETING by Casey Family Programs for those interested in providing care for teens and pre-teens unable to return home, 5:30-8 p.m., 1848 Nu'uanu Ave. downtown. 521-9531.

FRIDAY

• THE HAWAII SOCIETY OF ENROLLED AGENTS MEETING 7:15 a.m., Pacific Club, 1451 Queen Emma St., downtown; earn one hour of Continuing Education credit in taxation and related matters. 735-9004.

• "BUILDING AND USING MARIMBAS IN SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY," first in a four workshop series for classroom teachers, music specialists and physical educators, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Punahou School, Castle Hall, Punahou St. and Wilder Ave., Makiki; featuring Jon Madin; $75 all inclusive fee; upcoming workshops in hula, dance and the Orff-Schulwerk Process; call to register. 262-5387.

• SIXTH ANNUAL MADE IN HAWAI'I FESTIVAL featuring merchandise concocted, created or manufactured here, noon-9 p.m., Neal Blaisdell Center, Ward Avenue and Kapi'olani Boulevard; also 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. next Sunday; $2 admission, children under age six free, 50 percent off coupons at First Hawaiian Bank branches. 524-6441.

• KAKO'O 'OHANA PA'AHAO, support/activity group for families of current or former inmates, ex-inmates and community members who want positive change; 6:30 p.m., Queen Lili'uokalani Children's Center, 1300 Halona St. 833-7694.

SATURDAY

• GROUP SPIRITUAL DIRECTION WORKSHOP teaching the contemplative dimension of sharing groups, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; $15 fee; call Spiritual Life Center for location and information. 523-1170.

SUPPORT GROUPS

• AD/HD Support Group. for parents of children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. 536-9684.
• AlAnon. 948-2666.
• Alzheimer's Association. Honolulu Chapter. 591-2771.
• Disordered Eating?, for women and teens with eating disorders. 262-3345, 262-7922.
• Divorce Care. 532-1111.
• Dual Recovery Anonymous. for mentally ill substance abusers. Hina Mauka, 236-2600.
• Health Support for older adults who are depressed, isolated or chronically ill. Honolulu Gerontology Program.543-8421.
• National Depressive and Manic Depressive Association Support Group.372-1991.
• NarcoNon. 247-3191.
• Pacific Brain Injury Association. 941-0372.
• Parkinson's Disease Support Group. Castle Medical Center. 263-5400.
• Relationship. (married or couples) support group, Richards Street YWCA. 924-3027.
• Singles support group. Richards Street YWCA. 924-3027.
• Suicide Crisis Center. 521-4555.
• The Parent Line. 526-1222.
• T.A.P.S. (Teens As Parents Support). 678-7208.