TODAY, Jan. 26
MINDFULNESS-BASED STRESS REDUCTION
Where: Old Gym, UH-Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Jan. 26
Details: Eight-week class using yoga, meditation; $150. Register with CCECS at 974-7664 or http://hilo.hawaii.edu/academics/ccecs/fitness/ For more info visit www.positively-living.com
Contact: Bernie Schreck, 937- 9736, bernieschreck@gmail.com
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 30
HAWAIIAN HEALING
Where: Kilauea Visitor Center, HVNP
When: 10 a.m. Jan. 30
Details: Learn how Hawaiian plants are used as medicine. Kaohu Monfort shares knowledge of native plants, including how noni, kukui, olena, others can heal and nourish.
Contact: 985-6011, havo_ interpretation@nps.gov
COMING
B.R.I.D.G.E.S SUPPORT
Where: 440 Kapiolani St., Hilo
When: 2 p.m. Feb. 2
Details: Ongoing on first and third Saturday of each month at nonprofit Hawaii Island Home for Recovery. For adults with mental illness to voice opinions and improve their lives. B.R.I.D.G.E.S. stands for Building Recovery of Indivduals through Dreams Goals Education and Support.Refreshments will be available; a drug-free event.
Contact: Lynn and Christol, 640-2519 or 769-8636, hilobridges@gmail.com
SPIRITED SURVIVORS BREAST CANCER SUPPORT
Where: Imiloa Sky Garden
When: 11 a.m. Feb. 2
Details: Spirited Survivors offers social support for newly diagnosed patients and survivors of breast cancer in informal peer-led setting. Welcoming network of survivors sharing information, personal experiences, concerns on first Saturday of month.
Contact: Cecily Nago, 935- 0025, cecily.nago@cancer.org
SAMADHI FITNESS
Where: Kalani Oceanside Retreat
When: 8:45 a.m. Tuesday, Friday
Details: Ongoing 75-minute intense dance asana combining yoga, swing, hip hop, Irish step, Latin and tribal trance dance; for all ages, levels.
Contact: Daina Fawn, 1-804- 366-0503, Charismadances@ gmail.com
WHAT IS DEMENTIA?
Where: Aging/Disability RC
When: 9 a.m. Feb. 2
Details: Alzheimer’s Association explains difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, reversible and irreversible dementia, the stages, warning signs, risk factors. Call to sign up.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
‘A TIME TO REMEMBER’
Where: Aging/Disability RC
When: 11 a.m. Feb. 2
Details: Alzheimer’s Association presents movie “A Time To Remember” focusing on a family reunion at Thanksgiving. Call for reservation.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
FORGETFULNESS PART 1
Where: Aging/Disability RC
When: 1 p.m. Feb. 2
Details: Alzheimer’s Association presentation for the forgetful and their family members. Attendees do not need to have a formal diagnosis. First in a three-part series. Call to reserve seat.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
ACS ‘LOOK GOOD, FEEL BETTER’ PROGRAM
Where: American Cancer Society, 120 Pauahi St., Suite 302
When: 1 p.m. Feb. 4
Details: Inviting all women facing appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. Free program designed to help women combat hair loss, skin changes and other treatment-related side effects. Call to sign up; makeup included. Meets first Monday of month.
Contact: Cecily Nago, 935- 0025, cecily.nago@cancer.org
CODEPENDENTS ANON
Where: Central Christian Church
When: 1 p.m. Feb. 7
Details: Meets one hour weekly. Fellowship of men and women to develop healthy, loving relationships via 12-step programs.
Contact: Cheryl or Charles, 333-1467 or 937-2683, mackenzie@hawaiiantel.net
FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS IN HILO
Where: Mina Pharmacy, Hilo
When: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Feb. 9
Details: Screenings, consultations with UH-Hilo pharmacy/nursing students: blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, medication education; healthy-living giveaways.
Contact: 808-256-6104, thealohaprojecthawaii@gmail.com
