Consumer Education Fair

Date: Fri., May 22, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Meeting Room and Children’s Section

Come to this fair to get free consumer information from local, state, and federal agencies such as AARP, Senior Fraud Squad, and Hawaii’s 529 College Savings Program (participating agencies may vary).

-Learn how to be a smarter consumer, start a business, or save for college
-Keep your identity safe and avoid investment scams
-Get information on Medicare and senior services
-Check on unclaimed property

Consumer Education Fair is jointly presented by the Hawaii State Dept. of Commerce and Consumer Affairs and the Hawaii State Public Library System

Healthy Aging: Fall Prevention

Date: Thurs., April 30, 2009
Time: 12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Meeting Room

Due to the popularity of their previous presention at Pearl City Public Library, KCC instructor Ann M. Low and her Healthy Aging: Fall Prevention, presented by KCC Instructor Ann M. Low and her Physical Therapy Assistant Program  students will repeat the program for the east oahu community at Aina Haina Public Library.  This free interactive session will help seniors, caregivers, and other interested adults avoid the painful and sometimes debilitating consequences of a fall.  Topics to be discussed include medical concerns, home assessment, community fall prevention, getting in and out of bed or a chair, and balance and strengthening exercises.  Q&A session to follow.

Chopstick Lei Senior & Adult Craft

Date: Sat., April 25, 2009
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Meeting Room

Identical to the teen chopstick lei class decribed above but for our older patrons.

Join us in the Meeting Room for these free make-and-take craft classes taught by the YA & Senior Services Librarian.  Materials are limited to the first twenty registrants per class.  To register, call 377-2456 or inquire at the Reference Desk.

The Art of Taiko with Kenny Endo

Date: Tues., April 14, 2009
Time: 3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Location: Children’s Section

In celebration of National library Week 2009, Aina Haina is proud to present The Art of Taiko, an all-ages cultural featuring a demonstartion and lecture on the art of performing with taiko (Japanese drums).  Kenny Endo is a performer, composer, and leader of contemporary taiko.  He began his taiko career over 30 years ago as a member of Kinnara Taiko and San Francisco Taiko Dojo.

Introduction and Demonstration of Taichi by Janet Jin

Date: Saturday, February 28, 2009

Time: 3:30-4:30 pm

Location: Meeting Room

The beneficial effect of Taichi on health has been confirmed for several thousand years in China. Taichi has also proved to be an excellent exercise for many illnesses, such as arthritis, high & low blood pressure and other illness by western study since 1960’s. Taichi rejuvenates Qi (vital energy), and by practicing it regularly, it helps you to achieve the balance of body, mind, spirit, and to live a productive and happy life.

The introduction will cover the brief history of Taichi, how it can benefit your health, mind and spirit, and includes a short demonstration and a 10-minute try-out practice session.

Janet Jin is an instructor of Arthritis Foundation Taichi Class at the Chinese Cultural Plaza, the Dong Taichi school. She has also taught at Tokai University, Lady of the Mount Church, the Honolulu Club, and the Punahou Spa Fitness.

What To Know Before You Go, presented by Sarah Robinson of Funeral Consumers Alliance

Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Meeting Room

Did you know you can take care of your own family without using the services of a mortuary or cemetery?  Join us for this free lively presentation on the legal and ethical business practices of death care in Hawaii.  Get informed and potentially save yourself and loved ones from unnecessary emotional stress and financial burden.

Star Mini-Books Eco-Craft Class for Teens and Adults

Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Meeting Room

Crafter Evelyn Nakamura teaches an earth-friendly way to transform paper scraps into two different and impressive little journals, cards, or instant displays. This free make-and-take craft activity is sponsored by the Friends of Aina Haina Public Library.

To register, call 377-2456 OR sign up at the Reference Desk. Materials are limited to the first twenty registrants. Non-registered observers welcome, space permitting.

Get Your Fix for Cowboy Fever – A Talk by Writer Lynde Lakes

Date:  January 24, 2009
Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
Location: Meeting Room

Lynde Lakes, author of romantic suspense, paranormal suspense, mainstream, and non-fiction invites you to join her for her talk on writing about raw edged men who punch cattle for a living.  Her talk will cover the plus and minuses of writing Westerns, and offer practical hints on how to survive the bumpy road to publication.  As an added bonus, she’ll share an excerpt from the first book in her Ryan Ranch Trilogy, COWBOY LIES, a romantic intrigue where amnesia, baby trafficking and the FBI mesh into a terrifying web of deception.

The talk will be of interest for adult readers and writers of the cowboy genre or writers in general and is intended to educate and entertain.

For more information about Lynde Lakes, visit her website: http://lyndelakes.com/

“In My Hand, I Hold a Pen…” Open Mic, hosted by Kalani Slam Poetry Club, feat. Kalani High School Slam Poetry Team

Date and Time: Saturday, December 13, 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Location: Library Meeting Room

Treat yourself to some lyrical therapy as members of the KHS Slam Poetry Team flex their wordsmith skills in this slam poetry showcase, perfect for both those in need of an introduction to the art of slam poetry and longtime fans wanting to sneak a look at up and coming student talent.

“Green” Holiday Crafts, with Evelyn Nakamura

Sign up now for these free earth-friendly make-and-take crafting classes.  Call 377-2456 OR sign up in person at the Reference Desk.  Materials are limited to the first twenty registrants per class.

GIFT TAGS AND CARDS (CHILDREN’S craft, suited for ages 6+)
Date and time: Wednesday, December 3, 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Library Meeting Room
Use scraps of paper, cardstock, and magazine pictures to make fun, personalized note cards.

ENVELOPE GIFT BAGS (TEEN craft)
Date and time: Wednesday, December 10, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Library Meeting Room
Transform junk mail and envelopes into useful gift bags.

FUROSHIKI: ALTERNATIVE GIFT WRAPPING (SENIOR & ADULT craft)
Date and time: Saturday, December 13, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Library Meeting Room
Learn to wrap gifts of different sizes and shapes using only a fabric square.  Using and reusing a furoshiki will eliminate wrapping paper, ribbons, tapes, tissue paper, and cardboard boxes.