- August Monthly Calendar of Activities and
Classes
- Aloha Jiro
Arase, our new Social Worker
- Aloha Judy
Taketa
- 1st
Annual Bake and Buy Sale - Friday, September 17, 2010 @
Farmer's Market
- Update on SB
2469 relating to Senior Programs and funding
- Friends and Films
on the Fantail
- Art with Mark
Brown (New class)
- Duke Kahanamoku Ceremony and
Volunteer Support - August 28
- Juggling
Exercise with Greg (new class)
- Harmonica
for Beginners w/Stan, Mondays (new class)
- Photography 101
w/David (New class)
- Ti Leaf
Workshop, Tuesday, August 10
- Tour of
Defense Dept. Excursion, August 18
- Lunch Bunch to
Wild Ginger, August 4
- Dreams
and Health w/Fran, August 17
- HulaAerobics w/Pamela
every Friday (New class)
- Everything You
Always Wanted to Ask a Chiropractor But Were Afraid to Ask,
September 8
- Tour of the
Big Island, Mauna Kea Hotel, September 13-15
- Hawaiian Chinese
Multicultural Museum, October 8
- Specialty
Card Making Class w/Gerri, August 6 & 13
- Hawaiian
Cultural and Language Class with Palakiko starting August
6
- Beginning Japanese
classes every Tuesday
- Zumba with
Tony (New instructor) - Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m.
- 'Ukulele
Classes offered at WCC: Hawaiian Style w/John,
Beginning & Intermediate w/Stan
- Kalaupapa, Molokai
Air/Ground Tour, October 11
- AARP Safe Driving
Class - August 4
- Upcoming
Events and
Activities
- Olelo No'eau
- Calling all
Volunteers
WAIKIKI
COMMUNITY CENTER WELCOMES OUR NEW SOCIAL WORKER AND BIDS ALOHA TO
JUDY TAKETA
Malama
Seniors in Waikiki Case
Management Services
For
seniors and their caregivers, finding the right services to assist
with challenges, identifying the right support systems, and
contacting and explaining one’s situation can be very
overwhelming! Sometimes
seeking help can be frustrating. We’re here to help with
caring support and referral services.
Please
join us in welcoming Jiro
Arase our new Social Worker at Waikiki Community Center. Jiro Arase is a licensed
Social Worker who has worked for Catholic Charities Hawaii for over
four years in the Case Management Program. He is originally from Japan
and has lived in Hawaii for 10 years. He is also fluent in
Japanese and will be available on Tuesdays from 8am-4:30 p.m. at
Waikiki Community Center.
To schedule an appointment, please call WCC office at
(808)
923-1802 for this free service.
Waikiki
Community Center bids a fond aloha to Judy Taketa and thanks her
for assisting our members over the years. She will be
missed!
UPDATE
ON SB2469 RELEASE OF FUNDS FOR WCC
Mahalo
nui loa to each of you who helped support SB 2469, Relating to the
Emergency and Budget Reserve Fund, or the “Rainy Day” Bill, which
included funds for WCC’s Senior Program, during this legislative
session. Thanks to your
help and that of Waikiki’s legislators, this bill was passed in the
legislature in May 2010 and avoided a veto from Gov. Lingle. Now, we are just waiting for
Gov. Lingle to release the $150,000 that was appropriated to WCC in
the bill.
We
really appreciate your emails and phone calls to legislators and the
Governor’s office during and after the legislative session. You made a big difference in
ensuring that this funding is available to support WCC’s
seniors!
What’s next? As of this newsletter
printing, WCC, along with many other human service agencies whose
funding was included in SB2469, are still waiting for the Governor
to release the funds.
We may need to call upon you in the near future to help us
ask the Governor to make the funds
available to us. Stay
tuned! (Return to
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Calling
all Bakers!
1st
Annual WCC Bake & Buy Sale
Friday,
September 17, 2010, 7-10 a.m.
The
WCC BAKE ‘N BUY sale will be an end-of–summer fundraiser held in
conjunction with a Thrift Shop SUPER SALE on the same day! Now is the time to dig out
that HOMEMADE specialty recipe your friends and neighbors have been
raving about for years!
You can help us by donating a baked item. All items must be HOMEMADE –
NOT Store Bought! Provide us with the
NAME of the item and if possible, a written description of the
product’s main ingredients. (E.g. Scrumptious Shortbread –Flour,
sugar, butter - since
some folks have food allergies, we want to inform the buyers of the
main ingredients.).
Deliver all items to Barbara Cook between the hours of 4:00
and 5:00 PM on
Thursday,
September 16th! If you would
like to make suggestions for pricing, please include that as
well. We are interested
in all types of baked goods: cakes, pies, bars, breads, cookies,
granola, and specialty items.
Show your support for WCC and participate! Bake or Buy! Better yet, BAKE AND
BUY!
Remember,
if you plan to drop off a baked item, please contact
Barbara
Cook (923-1802) by September 10th. Mahalo! (Return to
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“FRIENDS
AND FILM ON THE FANTAIL” COMES TO WAIKIKI
Tuesday,
August 31, 6-9:30pm, Pacific Beach Hotel,
free!
Join the community in the first "Friends &
Film on the Fantail" movie event in Waikiki. The Rotary Club of Waikiki
<http://www.waikikirotary.org/> , the Pacific Beach Hotel <http://www.pacificbeachhotel.com/location> , and the "Friends of the Mighty Mo"
Program at the Battleship Missouri Memorial are inviting you to a
special community movie night event at the hotel ballroom! The movie
will be an inspirational family rated theme and announced the first
week in August.
Besides visiting with Waikiki community
neighbors, hotel staff & guests, the Battleship Missouri is
excited to launch their first FACEBOOK & TWEET-up meeting site
during the event and commemorative week. Bentos, food, &
beverages will be available for a nominal fee for purchase in the
ballroom. Please RSVP
<http://www.mightymomembers.org/RSVP>
today!
This is a free event.
Donations are always welcome! To participate in the event
program, please contact 808.455.1600 x244 for more information. (Return to
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ART WITH
MARK BROWN (NEW CLASS)!
Starts
Thursday, Sept. 2, 2-5pm, 203A, $150/$200 or $20/$28 10
weeks
Waikiki Community Center is
proud to introduce artist Mark N. Brown with “Art
with Mark” for 10 weeks starting September 2nd.
You don’t need to be an artist, or
familiar with art, just bring enthusiasm! Mark Brown will teach “How
to See” where everyone has a voice and will use paint to express
that voice. You will
learn:
v
Design - Learn how to attract a
viewer’s eye into a painting and how to keep it
there.
v
Value
- Light to dark, how to build a dramatic painting using lighting as
a tool, pretending you’re a lighting director on a movie
set.
v
Color
– How to get infinite colors from just 5 primary plus use of
neutrals and grays.
v
Drawing
– Learn how to look at objects as shapes and how to use negative
shapes to sharpen your design.
You’ll also learn how to decide what
medium to paint in – watercolor, oil and acrylic. Oils recommended; but will
accept those who use watercolor or acrylic.
Mark Brown was born and
raised in Hawaii – encouraged by his teachers and inspired by his
family to develop his art talents. Mark’s love of the Hawaiian
Islands and people is evident in his paintings, a majority of which
are done on site outdoors, in the “Plein Air” (Fr. ‘open air’) mode
of great impressionists.
In addition to painting, Mark runs weekly
uninstructed life drawing classes at
Chaminade University of Honolulu. Mark's artwork has evolved to include murals,
CD covers and commissioned paintings of scenic locations and
portraits.
Fee for WCC members is $150, non members
$200 for 10 week course.
Single class fee is $20/$28. At the first class Mark will
show students what materials to purchase. Arrangements will be made to
meet Mark at Hawaiian Graphics for materials and supplies. Sign up now. Please register by August 13
(10 minimum, 25 maximum per class).
Harmonica
for Beginners w/Stan
Thursdays,
10-11am, Chapel $2/$4
Learn how to play the harmonica! You’ll learn to read
harmonica tabs and play many songs written in the key of C. Bring your own or he’ll have a few
to purchase for $5.
Students will be provided with a collection of traditional
songs in sheet music form w/harmonica tabs. (Return to
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JUGGLING EXERCISE
RETURNS – New Class!
Starting September 20, every Monday,
11am-noon, WCC Aud. $3/$5
Island famous magician Greg Gabaylo returns to
Waikiki Community Center teaching “Juggling Exercise” every
Monday starting September 20th, 11am to noon in the WCC
Auditorium. Greg will
play his favorite tunes and teach you the simple basics in
juggling! It’s a lot of
fun – exercise, mobility and coordination. Pre-register at WCC
office. Members $3 per
class or $5 for non members.
Born
and raised in Pearl City and Waipahu, Hawaii Greg is an accomplished
professional entertainer.
He’s performed his hypnotist and juggling acts in Las Vegas,
Florida, Chicago, San Francisco, Japan, Guam and the
Philippines. He’s also
a local and national motivational speaker for students. Join the fun! (Return to
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PHOTOGRAPHY
101 W/DAVID LIVINGSTON
New class! 8-week session, Sept. 1 –
October 6
Wednesday evenings, 6-7pm, $24/$36 or
$5/$7, #203A
David Livingston
is a long time Waikiki Rotary member and has a
special talent with cameras and photography. Students will learn color,
design, visual expression, camera techniques & applications and
digital imaging.
Students should have: Own digital camera, internet
access (DSL preferred) and a home computer. This new class will begin
September 1 and run for 8 weeks until October 6th. Cost is $24 for WCC members
and $36 for non members or $5/$7 per class. Register by August 23 at WCC
office. (Return to
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TI LEAF LEI WORKSHOP w/Becky Walker
Tuesday, August 10, 11am-noon, Lanai $2/$4
After numerous requests from WCC staff and members, our
own Becky Walker, has
agreed to teach a Ti Leaf
Lei Workshop. If
you’ve ever wanted to learn how to make a beautiful ti leaf lei
which you can keep in the freezer and wear a few times join us Aug.
10. Bring 5 frozen ti leaves and a
pair of scissors.
Limited to 15 participants, register at WCC
office.
TOUR OF STATE DEFENSE DEPARTMENT & KAHALA NUI
W/LUNCH
Wednesday, August 18, 2010, 8am-1:15 p.m. $10/$15 (No host
lunch)
Journey into the center of Mauna Leahi better known as
Diamond Head Crater to visit the State Dept. of Defense. Ed Texeira, will brief us
on the State Civil Defense programs and activities with demo on the
‘wind cannon’. Brief
tour of Kahala Nui and lunch (on own) with shopping time at Kahala
Mall. Must be able to
get on and off school bus and walk. (Return to
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SPECIALTY
CARD MAKING W/GERRI MIGITA – New Class!
August 6 & 13, Sept. 17 & 24, October 22 &
29.
12:30-1:30pm, 203A
$5/$7 plus $4 kit
Those interested in paper crafts and learning how to design
and make your own custom specialty cards, party favors, gifts and
more should join this fun and new class at WCC! Come to explore and express
your creativity with projects designed especially for you. Gerri Migita, our
instructor, has many years of experience in this craft. Imagine the “Ohhhhhs, Ahhhhs
and WOW!” People
will love your cards and handmade
gifts.
Cost is $5 for WCC members and $7 for guests/non members and
limited to 12 per class.
Supply kits are $4 and purchased directly from the instructor
during class. Kit
includes: 3 card stock,
3 envelopes and embellishments. The instructor will
provide: glue, stamps,
inks, cleaners and tools to use during class. Kits are different for each
class. Mrs. Migita will
divide class into groups so they can rotate. Each card takes about 30
minutes to create. Have
fun, learn a new hobby and meet new friends! Register today by calling
(808) 923 1802.
HAWAIIAN
LANGUAGE & CULTURE
Instructor: Palakiko
Yagodich
Classes start Friday, 8/6-10/15 10
weeks
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Chapel (new
date)
Palakiko Yagodich, kumu (teacher) of Interpret Hawaii at
Kapi’olani Community College returns to teach this popular Hawaiian
Language and Culture classes at WCC. Palakiko will share Hawaiian
culture, traditions, greetings and Hawaiian values. $30 for members/$50 for non
members. $7/$10 per
class, register today.
‘Ukulele
Classes offered at WCC
·
‘Ukulele Hawaiian Style with John
Signor on Fridays, 9-11am.
10 week course $27 for WCC members and $45 for non members or
$4/$7 per class. If you
love to sing and play Hawaiian “mele” songs, join this class. Learn basic ‘ukulele skills,
Hawaiian pronunciation and phrasing. He Mele Aloha Songbook is
the text used in class and can be purchased at any music/book
store.
·
Beginning
‘Ukulele (new!) Mondays, 10-11:30a.m. #203A, $2/$5 + material
fee. Bring ‘ukulele
(tuned), music stand, 3-ring binder, pen or
pencil.
· Intermediate ‘Ukulele with Stan
Jackson on Wednesdays, 10-11:30 a.m. Ongoing class $4/$7 per class, 201E. Learn basic music theory,
read sheet music and understand chord
structure.
VOLUNTEER CALL!
As you’re aware, every August WCC holds a major
fundraiser; Na Mea Makamae o
Waikiki.
During this time, we have a number of large projects
(preparing invitations for mailing, making table favors, stuffing
envelopes, etc.) where we could use your help. If you’re able to volunteer
a few hours of your time this month, please leave your contact
information for Barbara at
923-1802.
Mahalo!
National
Chiropractic Month
Wednesday, September 8, 10:30am,
Chapel
Everything you wanted to ask a
Chiropractor
but were afraid
to ask.
In celebration of National Chiropractic Month in September,
Dr. Kimo Pestana, Doctor
of Chiropractic, will answer your questions. Find out what Chiropractic
can do for you.
FREE! Call WCC
at (808) 923-1802 to register.
LUNCH
BUNCH FUN!
Wednesday, August 4, 2010 – Wild Ginger,
3441 Waialae Ave, free parking behind restaurant (off
9th Avenue).
Noted for its Asian Cuisine, the Wild Ginger Restaurant
serves up Chinese Plate Lunch specials and South East Asian specials
starting at $7.95. Take buses #2, #13 or #B to King & Kalakaua;
transfer to #1 Kahala/Hawaii Kai to 9th Avenue (one stop
past St. Patrick’s School).
Meet in front at 11:30
a.m.
Reminder:
A $3
registration deposit is required which is refunded to you at the
lunch. Due to the
popularity of these events, there are no refunds for cancellations
after booking.
Pre-register at WCC office so we can make proper
reservations. Meet at
11:30 a.m. at the front of restaurant unless otherwise stated. Please DO NOT call the restaurant
or contact on your own.
Bring your friends, lots of fun and opportunity to meet new
friends. Space limited,
please book early.
Menus posted at WCC office. (Return to
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DREAMS AND HEALTH W/FRAN KRAMER
FREE Introductory Session on Tuesday, August 17,
10-11a.m. and 7-8pm
Everyone knows that dreams are a respected mode of
therapy to promote spiritual and psychological health. But what about physical
health? Can we
learn something from the ancient Greek Aesclepius healers by using
dreams as a source of wisdom to heal ourselves and others? Fran Kramer, MA, UHM
Religion and Philosophy, Chaminade instructor and Osher Lifelong
Learning (UH) Instructor, will be presenting a free overview of an
upcoming new series on Dreams and
Health. Participants in the 7
week series will learn about Symbolism and Metaphor in Dreams
Pertaining to Health, Diagnostic Dreams, Healing and Convalescence
Dreams and much more.
Learn how to access your own dreams for info about personal
health status & issues
HULAEROBICS (NEW CLASS!)
Fridays, 9-10am, $2/$4, 205E
What? An invigorating fun low-impact exercise class that
utilizes the movements of Hula and Tahitian dance with the Hula
hoop, Pilates, Yoga and Interval
Training!
Who? Pamela Johnson,
founder of HulAerobics, master fitness
trainer, Polynesian dancer and
model.
When? Fridays from 9-10 a.m. in room
#205E.
Benefits: Improves
physical strength, flexibility and coordination; slims waistline and
improves core stability.
Plus, it’s A LOT of fun!
Cost: $2
for WCC members and $4 non-members
WCC Tour to the
Big Island September 13-15
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel
Tour Kona Brewery, Pu’ukohola Heaiau, Lapakahi State
Park, Pololu Valley Lookout, King Kamehameha statue Kohala Lookout
and more. Staying at
the beautiful Mauna Kea Beach Hotel with balcony view of Mauna
Kea. Swim in the lush
beach cove. Includes
air, deluxe lodging, van and escorts. $610 for members and $640
for nonmembers. Call
Jeff for more info. (Return to top)
New! ZUMBA
w/Tony– Wednesday @ 4:30pm
Zumba class is now taught by Tony starting 8/4 in room
#202E, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
She is a certified Zumba instructor and certified in
different Zumba levels. See instructor for fees. Visit her website at
www.808Zumba.com.
HAWAIIAN
CHINESE MULTICULTURAL MUSEUM
& ARCHIVES
Friday, October 8, 8:30am $7/$12 w/no host
lunch
Catch the City bus with Jeff to Maunakea Marketplace
where you’ll enjoy a visit and tour of the Museum. Lunch to follow at Golden
Palace (no host) at 11 am.
Register at WCC office. (Return to the
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BEGINNING
JAPANESE!
Every Tuesday, 1:45-2:45 p.m., 203A,
$2/$4
Recently retired, Emily Nitta, is a new WCC
member and has already volunteered to teach a Beginning Japanese class at
WCC. This class is held
every Tuesday, 1:45-2:45 p.m. in room 203A until September 4,
2010.
Emily taught for ten years at Kapi’olani
& Leeward Community Colleges but says the classes at WCC will be
held in a casual atmosphere for a fun learning experience. Students will learn simple
introductions, casual conversation, go on field trips and have the
opportunity to practice with native speakers. “We’ll focus on what the
participants want to learn” says Emily. There will be no tests! Emily feels WCC is an
undiscovered gem and is eager to share her time and talents. Join us! 2nd session will
begin October 18 to December 20, 2010.
MORE
EXCURSIONS PLANNED FOR YOU!
JOIN US AS WE TOUR KALAUPAPA, MOLOKA’I
Monday, October 11, 8am-4pm, $290/$315
Enjoy the anniversary of the canonization
of the beloved Saint Damien.
This will be a special memory as we visit Kalaupapa and sit
in St. Philomena Roman Catholic Church which Father Damien De
Veuster helped build in Kalawao.
You will ride in a Piper Chieftain 9
passenger plane to Molokai.
Enjoy a half-day ground tour on Molokai. Please bring your own lunch
(brown bag, bento, etc.) and beverage. A cooler will be provided
for drinks only.
Passengers must be able to manage themselves on and off the
Piper plane and shuttle van and will include a little walking (no
climbing or strenuous).
If you have special needs and require assistance, please
bring an assistant at an additional fee. Limited to the first 18 who
register. Cost is $290
for members and $315 for non members. Payment is due by August
14. Airport shuttle
from Waikiki (only) is $15 per person and begins pick up by 7:30
am. Plane departs from
Lagoon Drive about 8:30 am and returns by 3pm. Bring ID and inform office
of your body weight when booking. Call Jeff for more
information at (808) 923-1802 ext. 109.
This is a once in a lifetime
experience! Be sure to
book early as these tours usually fill quickly. Remember, no refunds once
booked.
AARP
Safe Driving Class
AARP Safe Driving Classes scheduled August 4,
2010 in the WCC Chapel, 9am-1pm. Pay instructor direct.
Call (808) 923-1802 to register. Next class scheduled Sept.
OLELO
NO’EAU
HAWAIIAN PHRASE
I maikai ke kalo i ka oha
The goodness of the taro is judged by the youngest plant it
produces.
Upcoming Events – Check
it out!
AUGUST
– WCC Closed Admission’s Day, Friday, August 20th
Aug.
2 (Mon.) Beg. ‘Ukulele w/Stan starts (new class!)
10-11:30am, $2/$5 203A
Aug.
3, 17 & 24 – Salsa 102 continues, 5:30-6:30pm Lots of
fun!
Aug.
4 (Wed.) Lunch Bunch to Wild Ginger,
3441 Waialae Ave., 11:30 a.m., no host
Aug.
4 (Wed.) AARP Safe Driving Class,
9am-1pm, Chapel, see instructor for
fees
Aug. 6 & 13 (Fri.) Specialty
Card Making Class w/Gerri Migita,
12:30-1:30pm $5/$7
Aug.
6 – Haw’n Lang. & Culture, new
start date. 10 week
series, 11:30am, Chapel.
Aug.
10 (Tue.) – Ti Leaf Lei Workshop w/Becky, Lanai,
11am-noon $2/$4
Aug.
10 (Tue.) – New Member Coffee Hour, Lanai.
10am. Call WCC to
RSVP.
Aug.
13 (Fri.) – Specialty Card Making class (new!)
12:30-1:30pm #203A $5/$7 + kit
Aug.
14 (Sat.) Free Belly Dancing class,
11-11:30am, 202E
Aug.
17 (Tue.) – Dreams & Health w/Fran,
10-11am (Chapel) &
7-8pm (Aud.), FREE
Aug.
18 (Wed.) State Defense Dept. Tour Kahala Nui Tour & Kahala
Mall $10/$15 (no host
lunch @ Kahala Mall with time to shop. Light refreshments served).
8am-1:15pm
Aug. 20 (Fri.) WCC Closed for Admission’s Day
Holiday
Aug.
25 (Wed.) McBingo Fun!
1pm,
WCC Aud., FREE!
Aug.
27 (Fri.) Na Mea Makamae o Waikiki fundraising gala to benefit
WCC. 5-9pm
Aug.
28 (Sat.) – Duke Kahanamoku Birthday Celebration @4pm. Lei
makers @ 9am.
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER
(WCC Closed Monday, Sept. 6)
Sept.
1 (Wed.) Photography 101 w/David Livingston,
6-7pm, 8 week series, $24/$36
Sept.
2 (Thur.) Art with Mark Brown,
(new art class!) 2-5pm #203A, 10 wk
class
Sept.
8 (Wed.) Chiropractic w/Dr. Kimo Pestana,
Chapel, 10:30-11:30am, FREE
Sept.
13-15 – Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Big Island tour. Contact
Jeff for more info
Sept.
17 (Fri.) 1st Annual WCC Bake & Buy Sale!
7-10am
@ Farmer’s Market
Sept.
17 & 24 – Specialty Card Making w/Gerri. $5/$7
+ $3 kit, 12:30-2pm
Sept.
23-25 – Good Life Expo @ Neal
Blaisdell Exhibition, $5 parking, admission
FREE
Sept.
24 (Sat.) Aloha Festivals Floral Parade, 9am,
Ala Moana to Kapi’olani Park
Oct.
8 (Fri.) Haw’n Chinese Multicultural Museum,
8:30am-2pm, $7/$12, no host lunch
Oct.
11
(Mon.) Kalaupapa Molokai Air/Land
Tour $290/$315, bring own lunch. 8am-4pm
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