Posted on: Saturday, August 21, 2004
Health Calendar
Advertiser Staff
Get Fit Girl, fitness seminars, trunk show of training gear, classes in workouts led by instructors from the Honolulu Club, followed by a 3-mile run/walk, 8:30-10 a.m.today, Niketown Honolulu; free. 943-6453.
"From Overweight To Morbid Obesity: Regaining Control," presentation by Dr. Kenric Murayama on the latest treatments, including surgical options, in Queen's Comprehensive Weight Management Program for gastric bypass surgery, 5 p.m. Wednesday, The Queen's Conference Center auditorium; free. Registration recommended: 537-7117.
Low-Sodium Cooking with Flair, learn to use spices, herbs and specific cooking techniques to create low-salt dishes, 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific, Frear Cafe Dining Room; $30. 566-3780.
"Who's at Higher Risk for Stroke: Men or Women?" Dr. Deborah Green lectures on the risk factors, prevention, and follow-up care for both sexes, 6 p.m. Wednesday, The Queen's Conference Center auditorium; free. Registration required: 537-7117.
"Get Fit for Life: Put the Fun in Fitness," personal trainer, KC Carlberg, shares a new training strategy, noon-1 p.m. Thursday, YWCA of O'ahu, 1040 Richards St.; free to YWCA members, $3 to nonmembers, bring a lunch or pre-order a box-lunch from Cafe Laniakea. 538-7061.
"The Value of Humor in Facing Cancer," Lillie Shockney shares her experiences as an oncology nurse and cancer survivor, and signs her book, "Breast Cancer Survivor's Club — a Nurses Experience!," 8-9:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, The Queen's Medical Center's Kamehameha auditorium; also, 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, The Queen's Conference Center auditorium; free. Registration required: 537-7117.
Introduction to natural healing and qigong, grandmaster Hong Liu teaches how to revitalize your energy through the practice of medical qigong, healing foods and other natural methods, 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Central Union Church; free. 377-1512.
Acupuncture open house, reception and information on acupuncture, herbs and alternative medicine in the University of Hawai'i's certificate program, 5-8 p.m. Friday, UH-Manoa, Korean Studies Center; free. 949-1050.
2004 Memory Walk/5K Run, The Alzheimer's Association sponsors a walk/run event to raise money for individuals and families battling Alzheimer's disease, registration 6 a.m., walk/run begins at 7 a.m. Aug. 28,
Ala Moana Beach Park, with food, prizes and entertainment following at Ward Warehouse; donations and sponsorships encouraged. 591-2771.
Oahu Club Wellness Expo, keiki activities, prizes, club passes and health information, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 28, Oahu Club, 6800 Hawai'i Kai Drive; donation requested for medical expenses assistance for Leilani Emosi, a 14-year-old with leukemia. 395-3300.
"Trying to Have a Baby?" seminar, led by Dr. Carl Morton, on in-vitro fertilization options, noon-1 p.m. Aug. 28, Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women and Children, second floor auditorium; free. Registration: 946-2226, www.pacificinvitro.com.
Camp Cool, technology day camp for children ages 8 to 13 with disabilities and their siblings, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 11 and 18, Assistive Technology Resource Centers of Hawaii's computer laboratory in Iwilei; $10 includes lunch and a T-shirt. Deadline to request accommodations for disabilities is Aug. 27. 532-7110.
ONGOING
Tai chi quan class, Master Dong leads lessons in tai chi, qigong, long form, slow set, push hands and sword form, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Thursdays and Saturdays through Oct. 30, Aloha Tower Marketplace second-floor observation deck; $10 per class, $30 for four classes or $40 for eight classes. 566-2337.
Butoh movement workshop, exercises to develop sensory and spatial awareness through dance and spoken word, 3-5 p.m. Sundays, Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i, Kenshikan Dojo; $30 per month. 387-4861.
Golden tai chi class, Master Huang leads lessons in beginning tai chi and qigong, 9-10 a.m. Tuesdays through Aug. 31, Aloha Tower Marketplace second-floor observation deck; $10 per class. 566-2337.
Jazzercise classes, blending aerobics, yoga, Pilates and kickboxing movements with dance routines, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m. Thursdays and 9-10 a.m. Saturdays; also, Lite Jazzercise, low-impact classes, taught 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Mondays, 'Aiea Intermediate School; $8 per class or $36 per month. 247-1904.
Taiji class, yang-style taiji led by Limin Song, focuses on energy and healing instead of the martial arts, 7-8 a.m. Thursdays, Aloha Tower Marketplace, observation deck; $25 per month. 941-9707.
"Rejuvenate!," adaptive yoga for seniors, with standing, seated and optional floor exercises, 9-10 a.m. Thursdays, Pohai Nani, Kane'ohe; $3 per class. 247-6211.
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