What’s Up

Wednesday

February 16

SPECIAL EVENTS

March For Babies
Kukui Grove Starbucks, 7-9 a.m., free. Join the March for Babies, Team Captain Kickoff and hear how the March of Dines is helping babies on Kauai. (652-1284, marchforbabies.org)

Thursday

February 17

CLASSES

First Aid
American Red Cross, 4371 Puaole St., Suite A, Lihue, 5-9 p.m., no cost. First aid class. (245-4919, hawaiiredcross.org)

SPECIAL EVENTS

Utilities Cooperative Candidates Forum
Kaua‘i Community College Campus Center Cafeteria, 6 p.m., no cost. Are you concerned about Kaua‘i’s energy future? Make an informed decision on who you elect to help guide it. (822-7351)

THE ARTS

Food, Incorporated Movie Showing
Na Keiki O Ka Aina, Waipouli, next to Papaya’s health food store, 7 p.m., no cost. Learn how to avoid GMO ingredients in your family meals. (651-9603, hawaiiSEED.org)

Saturday

February 19

CLASSES

Open Group Channeling
Rod and Katherine’s Home, 5245A Kaehulua Road, Kapaa, 7:15-9:30 p.m., $11. Open Group Channelings are an opportunity to experience this phenomena in the comfort and safety of a group. These nights are always entertaining and informative. (821-9606)

SPECIAL EVENTS

Waimea Higashi Hongwanji Bazaar
Waimea Higashi Hongwanji, 9554 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea, 10 a.m.-noon. The bazaar will feature Bunga’s Chicken, baked goods, crafts, orchids, antiques and various recycled items. (338-1847)

THE ARTS

Art Exhibit Opening
Kauai Society of Artists Gallery, Kukui Grove Mall, Lihue, 5-8 p.m., free. Using the theme “Sticks and Stones,” artists have created 3-D pieces along with a written explanation of what their interpretation means. (640-5761)

Sunday

February 20

CLASSES

Hawaiian Implement Workshop
Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy., 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $15-$45 for cost of project kits. The workshop is being offered free to the public with the support of Hiipaka LLC in Waimea Valley, and will be limited to 5 students per class. (348-0057)

Omni-Dimensional Hypnotherapy
Rod and Katherine’s Home, 5245A Kaehulua Road, Kapaa, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., $122. Omni-Dimensional Hypnotherapy is Past Life Regression with intent. In this workshop you will experience 2 omni-gressions, learn techniques for relaxation, a mantra for peace and we will close with a Lemurian channeling. (346-2369)

Your Voice Is Your Own Healer
Kalaheo Yoga Center, Kalaheo, noon-5 p.m., $70. This course will introduce you to your unique expression and voice. Opening the voice means opening the whole body, allowing your unique frequency to emerge as a powerful transformer. (652-8750, theartofsoundinstitute)

SPECIAL EVENTS

Lawai Cannery Garage Sale
Lawai Cannery Self-Storage, 3470 Lauoho Road, Kalaheo, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., free admission. Garage sale sponsored by the Kawaikini New Century Public Charter School. (332-5929, lawaicanneryselfstorage.com)

 
ONGOING
 

12 Sitting Qi Gong Excercise
Qi Center, 3343 Kanakolu St., Lihue, Thursdays, 10-11 a.m., $10/class, $5/returning students. Strengthen your immune system and longevity. (639-4300)

Acupuncture Clinic
Pine Trees Beach, Hanalei, Mondays, 1 p.m., $10-30. Bring a towel and enjoy this acupuncture clinic. (652-9897)

All-Level Yoga
Kilauea location, call for address, Sundays, 10-11:30 a.m., $15 drop-ins; $40 for four classes. (351-4958, iriepranaoceana@hotmail.com)

Beginner Line Dancing
Church of the Pacific, Princeville, Mondays, 10-11:30 a.m., $6/class. Come dance to all kinds of fun music. (212-1847)

Beginning Hula
Church of the Pacific, Princeville, Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m., call for cost. Learn the basics of hula. (828-1342, 639-0964)

Beginning Line Dance Class
Church of the Pacific, 5-4280 Kuhio Hwy., Princeville, Fridays, 10-11:30 a.m.; $6/class. Dance to all kinds of music during this North Shore Beginning Line Dance class and have fun while exercising. No partner required. (212-1847)

Body And Mind Clarity
Kalaheo Neighborhood Center, Wednesdays, 8-9 a.m., no cost for seniors. Participate in body and mind clarity classes featuring flowing moves for balance, flexibility, coordination and strength. (652-8985, passionateliving.faithweb.com)

Botanical Illustration Workshop
National Tropical Botanical Garden Headquarters, Kalaheo, Feb. 24-Mar. 6, call for times, $860. Led by botanical illustrators Wendy Hollender and Alice Tengerini learn the fundamentals of botancial drawing using various media and techniques. (332-7324 ext. 207)

Christian-Based Yoga
Kaua‘i Christian Fellowship, 2731 Ala Kinoiki (Koloa Bypass), Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:45-10 a.m.; Tuesday nights, 5:30-6:45 p.m.; $10. Linda Espino offers Christian-based yoga classes. (652-0900, lespino@hawaii.rr.com)

Core Training For Boomers
Kapaa Neighborhood Center, 4491 Kou St., Kapaa, Mondays, 9:15-10:15 a.m., donations suggested. In a safe environment stretch your body, strengthen your core and awaken the power that lies within. For Boomers ages 50-plus. (212-6228)

CORE, PiYo Classes
Fitbodies Personal Training, Kalaheo, Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. and Wednesdays, 4:15 p.m. CORE Performance Circuit; Fridays, 4:15 p.m., PiYo; $15 per class. Participate in Tuesday/Wednesday CORE Performance Circuit workouts and/or Friday PiYo classes with Pam Kruse. (332-7417, fitbodkauai.com)

’Designing The Next Chapter’
Kapaa location, call for address, Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., $25 per session. Designing the Next Chapter in Your Life. If you suspect you need a change but aren’t sure what it is or how to implement it, the “Designing the Next Chapter in Your Life” workshop is for you. Figure out what you really want to do with your life and create a concrete plan. (Register: 639-4517, hiyaguha@gmail.com)

Earth Sisters
Larson’s Beach, Moloa’a, Mondays, 3-6 p.m., $95/month, $40 for January. Kauai Nature School presents Earth Sisters, an after school program for girls ages 8-13. Led by women mentors these classes explore nature awareness, crafts, games, story telling, and stewardship. Ends May, 2011(346-1019, www.KauaiNatureSchool.org)

Eastside Pilates Classes
Wailua location, call for location/days/times, $45 private; $2 duet. Private classes in the classical equipment-based Pilates method are offered. (346-4251)

Expressive Dance Foundations
Poise Pilates, Poipu, Wednesdays, 2:30-4 p.m., call for cost. Explore and develop mind-body skills such as balance, coordination and intuition. Adults and keiki welcome. (651-5287)

Feminine Qi Gong
Birthing A New Humanity Center, Kilauea, Wednesdays, 5-6:15 p.m., call for cost. Join in these Qi Gong classes for feminine bodies. Bring a mat and water. (651-8880)

Fit Class
Lihue Neighborhood Center, Lihue, Mondays, 5;15 p.m., $1. Workout with P90X, Insanity, TurboFire and more. (649-0223)

Fitbodies
Fitbodies Personal Training, 4417 Ahopueo Dr., Kalaheo, Monday-Friday, call for class times/cost. Fitbodies offers a variety of classes including Turbo Train, PiYo, CORE Performance Circuit and Smart Muscle. (332-7417, 635-7497)

FitDance Fusion
Various Locations, Kalaheo, Fridays, 8:30-9:30 a.m., $7/class. Enjoy a cardio dance movement class. (332-9737, kauaidancetheatre.com)

Fitness Classes Princeville
Hanalei Bay Resort, Aikane Room, Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. and 9:45 a.m.. Offering cardio/sculpt, cardio jam, step aerobics, personal training, yoga and pilates. (652-2659, www.kauaibodywork.com)

Golden Eight Qi Gong
Qi Center, 3343 Kanakolu St., Lihue, Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m., free for ages 60-plus; $10 general. A gentle standing form, Golden Eight, promotes balance and self healing. (639-4300, Qi@hawaii.rr.com)

Hip-Hop Classes
KUGA, Kalaheo, seven-week sessions, email for days/times/cost. KUGA offers seven-week sessions in hip-hop, break dancing and zumba. Ages 4-plus. (Register: kuga808.com, kuga808@mac.com)

Instrument Lessons
Kilauea Farms, call for address/days/times/cost. Kirk Smart offers guitar lessons for students of all ages and levels and beginning piano, bass and drum lessons as well. (652-7226)

Island Style Yoga
Kilauea Elementary School, 2440 Kolo Road, Kilauea, Tuesdays, Feb. 15-March 22 and March 29-May 3, 5:30-7 p.m., $46/six classes. A supportive, fun and energizing series of standing, seated, supine, twisting and bending postures designed to promote heath in both the body and mind. (274-3390)

Islandwide Vinyasa Yoga
Koloa Hongwanji, Mondays and Thursdays, 8:30 a.m.; Waimea Plantation Cottages, Tuesdays, 5 p.m.; Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.; Kapaa (Yoga House), Mondays 7:15 p.m., Fridays, 7 a.m., $12 kamaaina rate. Yogi Paul Reynolds guides all levels of Hatha Yoga in the Vinyasa tradition. Look for the blue sign. (650-773-3422, paul@unlimited-ideas.com)

Iyengar Yoga Classes
Kalaheo Yoga, 4427 Papalina Road, Kalaheo, Sundays, 4:30-6:30 p.m., call for cost. Kalaheo Yoga offers level 1 and 2 classes in Iyengar yoga, which focuses on structural alignment, strength and flexibility. (332-7405, 651-1568, kalaheoyoga.com)

Kalaheo Yoga, Yoga Therapy
Kalaheo Yoga, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30-9:50 a.m., call for cost. Group and private therapeutic yoga instruction inspired by B.K.S. Iyengar and Integrative Yoga Therapy are offered to persons of all levels. (651-1568, ellen@yogatherapykauai.com)

Kauai Ballroom Dance Club
Lihue Neighborhood Center, 3353 Eono St, Lihue, Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m., call for cost. Learn the beginning cha cha, night club two-step, and foxtrot. (332-5654)

Kauai Dance Theatre’s Winter-Spring Term
Kalaheo, Jan.3-May 15, Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, 3-7:15 p.m., $30-$190. Learn various levels of tap, ballet, contemporary, jazz/hip hop, creative movement and adult exercise. Ends May 15 (332-9737, www.kauaidancetheatre.com)

Keiki Yoga
Princeville Community Center, 4334 Emmalani Drive, Princeville, Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m., $33. Enjoy exercise, bonding, healing and yoga through story with your children. Ages 4-10. (480-244-7676)

Kundalini Yoga
Hanalei Community Center, Kuhio Highway, Fridays, 8:25-9:30 a.m., call for cost. Satya Kaur offers instruction for flexibility, strength and focus. (826-0050)

Kundalini Yoga
Various locations, Princeville, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 8:30 a.m., $10 per class. Learn yoga with Diane Cline. (480-244-7676)

Love And Respect
Kauai Bible Church, 2-4131 Kaumualii Highway, Lawai, Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m., free. Improve communication, especially married couples. Ends. Feb. 17 (332-7406)

Low-Cost Kupunas Clinic
Sacred Waters Healing Arts, 365 Papaloa Road, Kapaa, Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., $25 for 30 min. Learn the Rosen Method Bodywork to restore motion, feeling and muscle patterns. (651-0558)

Mantra Meditation Kirtan
Hanalei Community Centre, 5-5299 Kuhio Hwy., Hanalei, Sundays, 6 p.m., donations accepted. Join the Mantra Meditation Kirtan group for meditation and vegetarian dinner. (551-6610, kauaikirtanjam.com)

Meditation On Compassion
Tara Sangha – Buddhist Center, 6458-B Kahuna Road, Kapaa, Sundays, 9 – 10 a.m., call for cost. Practice compassion and live a happier life with group meditation: Chenrezig, the Tibetan Buddhist practice of compassion. (823-0949, tarasangha.org)

Mele Voice Classes For Keiki
Center For Polynesian Culture, Kauai Village Shopping Center, Kapaa, Fridays, call for times, free. Mele voice classes now available for kids, ages 7-12. (821-1234)

Oneness Blessing
Princeville Community Center, 4334 Emmalani, Prince Albert Park, Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m., free. The Oneness Blessing is a transfer of energy that over time will facilitate your moving into higher states of awareness, calming the endless chatter of the mind and bringing you into the moment. No dogma, practices or beliefs are needed: this is simply the path of receiving. (212-1847)

Pilates
Dolphin Touch Wellness Center, 4544 Kukui St., Kapaa, Tuesdays, 8:30 a.m.; Princeville location, Wednesdays, 10 a.m., call for cost. Terri Hunter offers Pilates mat classes to tone and strengthen your mid-section. (639-1313)

Pilates
Poise Pilates, Poipu, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:45 a.m. and 10:45 a.m., Wednesdays 7:30 a.m., $22-$35. Learn Pilates. (651-5287)

Pilates & Yoga Classes
Kalaheo Yoga, 4427 Papalina Road, variety of classes offered six days a week, call for times, $15 per class; $48/ four classes; $100 for 10 classes. A variety of yoga and Pilates classes are offered six days a week. Call for schedule. (651-1568, kalaheoyoga@hotmail.com)

Pilates Mat Classes
Hanalei Community Center, Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m.; Parish Hall, Kilauea, Fridays, 10 a.m., call for cost. Participate in these pilates mat classes. Bring your own mat. (482-0186, tamarajocortez@hotmail.com)

Pilates on North Shore
Hanalei Community Center, Mondays and Thursdays, 9:15 a.m.; Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m. and 4:45 p.m.; The Parish House, Kilauea, Fridays, 10 a.m.; $10. Join in these pilates mat classes. Bring a yoga mat. (482-0186)

Plant Doctor Clinic
Limahuli Garden, 5-8291 Kuhio Hwy., Ha‘ena, Thursdays, 9 a.m.-noon, free. Plant pathologist Dr. Bob Nyvall offers plant diagnoses for your ailing plant. Ends Feb. 24 (826-1053)

Practical Yoga
The Yoga House, 4-885 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa, Thursdays, 8-9 a.m., $10. Enjoy a fun, all-level class for athletes and busy people to support healthy, active lifestyles. (652-3227, kptkk@yahoo.com)

Prenatal Yoga
South and West side locations, call for location/days/times/cost. Participate in a prenatal yoga class for your health. No experience necessary. (Register: 634-2836, kellybuskirk@yahoo.com)

Psychic Faire
Hanalei Community Center Meeting Room, Hanalei, Saturdays, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m, call for cost. Get tarot, astrology, psychic readings and healing mandalas. (652-9897)

Qi Gong Classes
Kahuna Valley Retreat, Kapahi, Saturdays, 9:30-11 a.m., call for cost. Francesco Garripoli teaches qi gong classes for beginners and advanced practitioners alike. Donations support the Mentor Ohana teen program. (822-4268, kahunavalley.org)

Restorative Yoga
Princeville Community Center, call for dates, 4:30 p.m., donations suggested. Learn postures to relax, release, restore and rejuvenate. (346-7821)

Restorative Yoga
Sweeter Life Studio, 4437 Papalina Road, Kalaheo, Mondays, 8:30-9:30 a.m.; Thursdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m.; call for cost. Enjoy restorative yoga classes. Private yoga therapy sessions available. (651-1568, ellen@yogatherapykauai.com)

SAT Prep
Island School, 3-1875 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, Mondays and Wednesdays, 5-6:30 p.m., $120. SAT prep courses recommended for juniors who plan to take the SAT this spring and for sophomores PSAT test prep. Ends Feb. 23 (246-0233)

Senior Qi Gong
Qi Center, 3343 Kanakolu St., Lihue, Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m., $10, ages 60-plus, free. Enjoy a free qi gong class for seniors, promoting balance and self healing. (639-4300)

Sitting Qi Gong
Qi Center, 3343 Kanakolu St., Lihue, Thursdays, 10-11 a.m., free. This qi gong classs features a gentle sitting form suitable for those over age 60. (639-4300)

Spring Shakedown Series
Nawiliwili Harbor Jetty, Lihue, Thursdays, 5:05 p.m., no cost. Nawiliwili Yacht Club’s first sailing series of the year. Ends March 24. (639-3425)

Stretch & Tone
Various locations, Kalaheo, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Mondays, $7/class. Stretch, strengthen and tone your muscles. (332-9737, kauaidancetheatre.com)

Swim With Speed And Ease In Rough Waters
Poipu Beach, Scheduled to swimmers convenience, $25. Learn how to swim faster, longer and with greater ease with instruction from an Olympic sports specialist. (634-2152)

Tai Chi Chuan
Lihue location, call for location/days/times, free. Tiru Sadasivam teaches a free introductory class in Tai Chi Chuan (the Art of Peaceful Energy). (245-8694, TiruTaiChi@AOL.com)

Tai Chi/ Chi Gong/ Push Hands
Kalaheo Yoga Studio, 4427 Papalina Road, Kalaheo, Saturdays, 8:30 a.m., call for cost. Enhance your flexibility, coordination, energetic healing and harmony. I Chuan/ Tai Ki Ken are also available for experienced partitioners. (635-9868)

Taijiwuxigong 
Hanalei Community Center, Hanalei, Thursdays, 5-6:15 p.m., call for cost. Join this qi gong class for men and women. (651-8880)

The Yoga House
The Yoga House, 4-885 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa, various days/times, $20 introductory rate for 10 days. Bikram yoga classes are offered daily, a teen class is offered on Friday and belly dancing is taught on Wednesdays at Yoga House, just north of Safeway in Choy Village. (823-YOGA, bikramyogakapaa.com)

Traditional Karate
Call for meeting location, Kapaa area, call for times/cost. Learn traditional karate. (212-6228)

Variety Of Yoga
Mojo Studio, Lawai, daily, 9:30-11 a.m., $15 per class. The studio offers Mommy and Me Yoga on Mondays, Strength+Flex Yoga on Tuesdays, Qi Gong plus Yoga on Wednesdays, Hot Flash Yoga on Thursdays, Yoga Xocolatl (Chocolate Yoga) on Fridays, Total Yoga Workout on Saturdays and Sacred Sounds Yoga on Sundays. (634-6490, mojostudio.wetpaint.com)

Various Classes
Center For Polynesian Culture, Kauai Village Shopping Center, Kapaa, Mondays, call for times/cost. Sign up for Tahitian Drumming (ages 5-plus) and Hawaiian Language (for adults) classes. (821-1234)

Various Classes
Center For Polynesian Culture, Kauai Village Shopping Center, Kapaa, Thurdays, call for times/cost. Sign up for Lomi Lomi Massage ($1 donation suggested), Introduction to Hawaiian Language and Dance (Ages 5-plus) and Hawaiian Language and Dance (Ages 12-under free) (821-1234)

Various Classes
Center For Polynesian Culture, Kauai Village Shopping Center, Kapaa, Tuesdays, call for times/cost. Sign up for Lomi Lomi Massage ($1 donation suggested), Introduction to Hawaiian Language and Dance (Ages 5-plus) and Hawaiian Language and Dance (Ages 12-under free) (821-1234)

Various Classes
Center For Polynesian Culture, Kauai Village Shopping Center, Kapaa, Wednesdays, call for times/cost. Register for Adult Tahitian Dance Class and Tahitian Drumming classes. (821-1234)

Various Classes
Kauai Community College, 3-1901 Kaumualii Hwy., Lihue, Call for dates/times/cost. Offering a variety of classes including, ‘Securing Your Home Computer’, ‘Communicating With Skype’, and ‘Basic Parliamentary Procedures’, (245-8351)

Wellness
Dolphin Touch Wellness Center, 4544 Kukui St., Kapaa, call for dates/time/cost. Offering a variety of wellness and health classes throughout February, including Stress Relief, Mediation, Intuitive Reiki and more. (822-4414, DolphinTouch.org)

YMCA North Shore Dance
Kilauea Neighborhood Center, Kilauea Town Market, Mondays, 7-8 p.m. Beginning Rumba by Britany 8-9 p.m. Beginning West Coast Swing by Dorini. (828-2109)

Yoga
Kalaheo Yoga, 4427 Papalina Road, Kalaheo, call for times, $15/class, $100/10 classes. Learn and improve different techniques and styles of yoga from highly qualified instructors in a friendly studio. (351-1568)

Yoga & Meditation
Princeville Community Center, 4334 Emmalani Drive, Princeville, Tuesdays, 8:30-9:45 a.m.; Private Home, call for address, Thursdays, 8:30 a.m., $10. Diane Cline teaches pranyama (breathwork), postures and meditations to be happy and healthy. All levels welcome. (480-244-7676, Diane@yogainspirations.com)

Yoga and Meditation
Kauai Dharma Center, 5184 Kome St., Kapaa, Every Wednesday, 7 – 9 p.m., call for cost. Tiebtan Buddhist Tantric Yoga and Meditation. (652-0551)

Yoga By Donation
Yoga Hanalei, Above Bar Acuda, Hanalei, Sundays, 4-5:15 p.m., donations accepted. Come stretch your body and mind. Relieve the stresses of the holidays and treat yourself to something enjoyable. (826-yoga)

Yoga For Moms
Kalaheo Yoga, 4427 Papalina Road, Kalaheo, Tuesdays, 10:45-11:45 a.m., call for cost. Bring your infant or toddler (and some toys!) to a child-friendly yoga class for moms. (651-1568, kalaheoyoga.com)

Yoga with Satcha
Hanalei Community Center, Hanalei, Fridays, 8:30 a.m., call for cost. Gain flexibility, strength and focus with morning yoga with Satcha. (826-0050)

Yoga, All Styles
Studio Kauai Yoga, Dragon Building, 4504 Kukui St., Kapaa, daily, call for times/cost. Come to Studio Kauai Yoga for whatever you need from your yoga practice. Build strength, flexibility, relax, dance and find peace, energy, concentration and a healthy mind by participating in yoga classes and workshops of many different styles and backgrounds. Classes seven days a week, morning through evening. Drop-in, local and visitor rates available. (822-5053, studiokauaiyoga.com)

Yoga/Meditation Class
Kauai Dharma Center, 5184 Kome St., Kapaa, Every Monday, 7-9 p.m., call for cost. Tiebtan Buddhist Tantric Yoga and Meditation. (652-0551)

YogAlign
Aloha Dance Studio, 4-491 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa, Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m., $12. Stryking Balance offers YogAlign classes. (212-8268)

YogAlign & Hand Balancing
Lihue location, call for address, Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30-11 a.m. YogAlign; Thursdays, 9:30-11 a.m. hand balancing; $12 drop-in fee; packages available. Stryking Balance offers ongoing classes in YogAlign and a Hand Balancing Partner Yoga class weekly. (212-8268, stryking@gmail.com)

YogAlign Classes
Mana Yoga Studio, 3812 Ahonui Place, Princeville, call for days/times/cost. Michaelle Edwards offers classes in YogAlign, a pain-free form of yoga done from your core and emphasizing natural spine alignment, core diaphragm breathing and neuromuscular patterns. (826-9230, manayoga.com)

Yogalign in Waipouli
Waipouli Plaza, Powerhouse Jiu-Jitsu studio, second floor, Waipouli Road, Kapaa, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8-9:30 a.m., $10 per session; five for $40. Take classes in the Yogalign method of yoga. (639-6177)

Zumba, Kripalu Yoga
North Shore location, call for address, Tuesdays, 7:30-8:45 a.m. Kripalu Yoga; 8:45-9:45 a.m. zumba; call for cost. Participate in one or both of these classes in Kripalu Yoga and zumba. (828-6863, wendyval@aol.com)

AARP Potluck, Chapter Meeting
AARP Info Center, 3-3178 Kuhio Hwy., #D-2, Lihue, second Wednesdays, noon-2:30 p.m., free. Attend this monthly AARP potluck and Chapter meeting. (246-4500)

Acupressure And Reiki Treatments
Hale Halawai Hanalei Community Center at Uncle Jack’s Place, Thursdays, 3-7 p.m., donations accepted. 20-30 minute sessions are available on a first come basis. (783-0179, sunray561@gmail.com)

Book Study
Tara Sangha- Buddhist Center, 6458-B Kahuna Road, Kapaa, Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m., call for cost. ‘The Miracle of Mindfulness’ by Thich Nhat Hanh. Join this exciting class of reading, discussions and Buddhist meditation practices. No previous experience necessary. Ends April 5 (www.tarasangha.org, 822-4599)

Charter School Accepting Applications
Kawaikini New Century Public Charter School, Puhi, application deadline is Thursday, Feb. 17 for the 2011-2012 school year. Kawaikini NCPCS is a free, public K-12 Hawaiian Immersion school located in Puhi servicing students island-wide. (632-2032, kawaikini.com)

Community Acupuncture
Yoga House, 4-885 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa, Saturdays, 4-5:30 p.m.; Tuesdays, 2-3:30 p.m.; $15-$40. Enjoy comfortable, safe, and quiet community acupuncture. (652-0381, blujadeacupuncture.com)

Compassion Meditation
Tara Sangha- Buddhist Center, 6458-B Kahuna Road, Kapaa, Sundays (except 2nd Sunday), 9-10 a.m., free. Practice compassion and live a happier life. (823-0949)

Kaua‘i Community Market
Kaua‘i Community College, front parking lot, 3-1901 Kaumualii Hwy., Lihue, Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., free admission. Browse the Kaua‘i Community Market for fresh ingredients, holiday foods, gifts and more. (337-9944)

Kaua‘i Culinary Market
Kukuiula Village, Wednesdays, 4-6 p.m., free admission. Explore this gourmet farmers market and meet local farmers browsing and purchasing their items. (742-9545)

Kauai Hoe Waa Logo Contest
Call for location, times, free. Kauai Hoe Waa, an outrigger canoe racing association is hosting a logo contest for its jersey, t-shirts and hats. Winner will receive a double bend custom paddle or $125. Please submit logos by March 15. (tomthompson@hawaii.rr.com, www.kauaihoewaa.org)

Kauai Paddling Schedule
Various Locations, Jan.-Dec. 2011, Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, call for dates/cost. Visit the Garden Island Canoe Racing Association for meet schedule and information. (gicra.com)

Kupuna Wellness
Hanapepe Neighborhood Center, Mondays, 8-9:30 a.m., Kalaheo Neighborhood Center, Wednesdays 8-9 a.m., Fridays 8-9:30 a.m., call for cost. (652-8985, passionateliving.faithweb.com)

Namolokama Paddling Practice
Hanalei Bay, Hanalei, Mon-Thurs., 5 p.m., call for cost. The canoe paddling season gets underway with women’s practice on Mondays and Wednesdays, and men’s workouts on Tuesdays and Thursdays (652-1079, namolokama.com)

Personal Financial Updates
Personal Financial Consultants, Inc. 4-1378 Kuhio Hwy., Ste. 202, Kapaa, call for times/cost. Please contact our offices if there are any changes in your financial situation, investment objectives or contact information. (888-557-3272, PersonalFinancial.com)

Project Vision Van
Call for locations and times, Feb. 18-26, free. Project Vision Van will be providing free eye screenings at 6 different Kauai locations the last two weeks of February. This state-of-the-art van provides digital images of the retina in a matter of minutes without use of dilating drops. The screenings can detect diabetes, glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataracts, and high blood pressure changes, before vision loss has occurred. Retinal damage can be prevented, if detected early enough. (635-6676, projectvisionhawaii.com)

TAP Along Circle
Dolphin Touch Wellness Center, 4544 Kukui St., Kapaa, Tuesdays, 5:30-7 p.m., $20. Join a supportive group for practicing and developing your skiil at releasing old patterns of behavior. (431-4949)

The Fun Of Walking
Kapaa Middle School, Saturdays, 8-9:30 a.m., call for cost. Enjoy and learn nordic walking with poles. Ends Feb. 19. (274-3390)

Trager Approach Special
Dolphin Touch Wellness Center, 4544 Kukui St., Kapaa, Thursdays, 2-6 p.m., $40. Enjoy these 30 minute Trager Experiences. While on a padded table your body will be supported, gently moved and rocked to its own rhythm as your mind and body yield to the soft, wave-like movements. Feel tensions disappear and new movement patterns become possible. (630-240-0923)

Ultimate Frisbee
Koloa Ballpark, Koloa, Wednesdays, 7 p.m., free. All are welcome to join in on Ultimate Frisbee. (323-638-4246)

West Kaua‘i AYSO
Go online for location/time/cost. Registration is open through the summer for the West Kaua‘i AYSO 2010 soccer season. (Register: aysokauai.net, publicity@aysokauai.net)

88 Shrines
Lawai International Center, second and last Sundays, 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m., donations accepted. Come and experience a tranquil walk on the path of the 88 Shrines and enjoy a brief video and talk story session about the archaeological and hidden cultural treasure in Lawai Valley. (639-4300, lawaicenter.org)

Allerton Garden Tours
Allerton Garden, 4425 Lawai Road, Poipu, Sundays, free. The National Tropical Botanical Garden (NTBG) offers guided tours of Allerton Garden at no cost for Hawaii residents with I.D. every Sunday (Ohana Day). McBryde Garden self-guided tours are available every Sunday as well. (Register: 742-2623)

Contemporary Music
Center For Polynesian Culture, Kauai Village Shopping Center, Kapaa, call for days/times/cost. Come and enjoy Contemporary Music. (821-1234)

Hula And Harmony
Kauai Beach Resort, 4331 Kauai Beach Drive, Lihue, Call for times, free. Enjoy various musician and hula entertainment. Ends March 28 (www.gardenislandart.org)

Larry Rivera’s Love And Aloha Show
Cafe Portofino, 3481 Ho’olaule’a Way, Lihue, Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m., Larry and Lurline perform. (245-2121)

Live Hawaiian Music
Center For Polynesian Culture, Kauai Village Shopping Center, Kapaa, call for times/cost. Enjoy live Hawaiian music. (821-1234)

Live Jazz
St. Regis Princeville Resort, 5520 Kahaku Road, Princeville, Sundays, 4-7 p.m., free. Enjoy live jazz music by Treysara with special guest musicians from time to time. (treysara.com)

Live Music
Blue Planet Cafe, 3900 Hanapepe Road, Hanapepe, Fridays, 7 – 9:30 p.m., free. Live bands entertain. (335-5100)

Live Music And Dancing
JJ’s Broiler Restaurant, 3416 Rice St., Lihue, Feb. 5, 12, 19, 16, 7:30 p.m., $10. Great original jazz, rock, blues, country, folk and island vibe music. (246-4422)

Sacred Classics Choir
St. John’s Episcopal Church, 322 Mehana Road, Ele‘ele, Sundays 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m., no cost. Join the St. John’s Episcopal Church Choir to perform sacred classics by Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Rutter and other great composers. (346-2936)

Salsa Saturdays
Aloha Beach Resort, 3-5920 Kuhio Highway, Kapaa, first Saturdays, call for time/cost. Dance and move to the Merenge, Salsa, Samba, Bachata and more. (823-1643)

Sphinx: Painting As Mystic Voyage; Earth As Companion
Kauai Musuem, 4428 Rice Street, Lihue, Musuem hours apply, free exhbiit admission. Artist Leonora Orr is featuring a collection of her selected paintings. (246-2470, kauaimuseum.com)

Art Night Kapaa
Kapaa main drag, Saturdays, dusk onward, free. Old Kapaa Town Art Night offers live music, artists, local businesses, tasty bites, dancing and entertainment. (635-4964)

Arts Event
Hanalei Town Center, Hanalei, 4-10 p.m., Second Saturday of the month, free. Local artists present, music performances and movies. (635-2074)

Dearly Beloved
Puhi Theatrical Warehouse, 4411 Kikowaena St., Puhi, Feb. 18-March 13, 7 p.m. Fri. and Sat., 4 p.m. Sun, $20 advance, $22. A comedy written by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten set in Fayro, Texas. (838-3006, kauaicommunityplayers.org)

Hula Demonstration
Kukuiula Village, Palm Court, Poipu, Saturdays, 1-2 p.m., free. Experience authentic hula by the members of Halau Ka Waikahe Lani Malie. (742-9545)

Jam Room
The Jam Room, Kukui Grove Center, 3-2600 Kaumualii Hwy., Lihue, Fridays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., free. This open mic/open stage for Kaua`i youth ages 11-18 welcomes musicians, singers, breakers, hula dancers, rappers, slam poets and other artists to a safe, friendly and well-supervised venue hosted by Daphne Sanchez. It is free, fun and twitter-friendly. (hope.faith.daphne@gmail.com)

Clean The Path
West pavilion makai of the Kapaa Neighborhood Center, second Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-11 a.m. cleanup; 11 a.m. potluck lunch; free. Friends of the Path clean Ke Ala Hele Makalae, the path that goes by the coast. (639-4561)

Kauai Habitat For Humanity
Habitat For Humanity, 3410 Kaumualii Hwy., Hanapepe, First Saturdays, 9-10 a.m., free. Learn how you can help build affordable housing on Kauai. (335-0296 ext. 152)

Kauai Habitat For Humanity
St. John’s Episcopal Church, Ele’ele, third Thursday of month, 6:30-7:30 p.m., free. Learn how you can help build affordable housing on Kauai. (335-0296 ext. 152)

Work In Taro
Waipa Foundation, 5-5785 Kuhio Hwy., Hanalei, Saturdays, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., free. Participate in this Waipa Foundation Ohana Day and help work in the auwai — taro irrigation system — wear comfortable shoes and clothing. Recommend change of clothing. Bring water, hat, tabis. Lunch provided by Waipa-grown produce. (639-6905, kalen@waipafoundation.org)


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