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The Honolulu Advertiser
Posted on: Thursday, May 17, 2001

Health Calendar

TODAY

Organic vs. NonOrganic Produce, learn to choose healthy fruits and vegetables from Tim Anthony and Yana Lehua, 7 p.m., Castle Medical Center, Kailua; free. 263-5400

Seminar on Hawaiian Noni, learn the history, uses and benefits of this traditional healing plant, 7:30-9 p.m., 6th floor, Aston Waikiki Sunset; free. Call for reserved seat: 739-9790.

TOMORROW

Acupressure for the Neck, Shoulders and Back, practice of jin shin sequences to relieve tension in those over age 55, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Windward Community College; $10. 235-7433, 235-7400.

Rally for Sight, informational meeting for runners, sponsors, donors and volunteers for the Team 20/20 for the Honolulu Marathon, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, free. Reservations: 754-2301.

Blood Bank Drive, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., parking lot; also, Mental Health of Hawai'i displays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Theatre Wing, Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

SATURDAY

Find Health Information on the Internet Using MedlinePlus and PubMed, workshop sponsored by the Consumer Health Information Center, 9-10:30 a.m., Hawai'i Medical Library; free. 536-9302, ext. 127.

SUNDAY

The Art of Kiatsu, self-healing through the development of "ki," conducted by Seichi Tabata, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Honolulu Ki Society; $15. 521-3513.

Yoga & the Athlete, workshop led by Tania Ingrahm and Rupali Cheryl Figueira for the active person, no prior yoga experience required, 11 a.m.-1:15 p.m., Hono-lulu Club; $40. 543-3970.

Sibling Class, learn how to be a good brother or sister, 1-3 p.m., Castle Medical Center, $35. 263-5400.

MONDAY

Staying Well, 6-week program will cover preventable health topics, exercise and wellness for Hawai'i's seniors, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Kapahulu Center; free for KC members, $3 for non-members. Information: 734-9229, registration: 737-1748.

TUESDAY

Emergency Medical Services Week observance, equipment display, historical and photographic display and video presentation on Hawai'i's EMS, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 523-4586.

The Health Calendar appears in the Island Life section each Thursday. Send announcements to: Health Calendar, Island Life, Honolulu Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802. Fax: 525-8055.