| May 2007 Newsletter
VISITOR INDUSTRY CHARITY WALK
2007 Theme: SONGS
OF THE ISLANDS
Saturday, May 19, 2007 starting at McCoy
Pavilion
Sponsored by the Hawaii Hotel & Lodging
Association
Waikiki Community Center is recruiting members and friends of
all ages to join the WCC Team and join the Visitor Industry Charity Walk on Saturday, May
19th.
The event starts at McCoy Pavilion at Ala Moana Beach Park
with a mini-breakfast served at 6 a.m., a fun warm up stretch at
McCoy Pavilion is at 6:30 a.m. and by 7 a.m. you’re off
walking! Meet at Ala
Moana Beach Park before proceeding on the 6-mile
fun trek (1-mile less this year!) through Waikiki, to Kapahulu
Avenue and back. Return
to McCoy Pavilion for lunch, entertainment, and
prizes!
Over the past 28 years, WCC has
participated in this annual event and is the recipient of their
annual grant awards to support our Childcare programs and Senior
Adult services.
What’s unique about this Walk is the refreshments, snacks and
treats you’ll be served along the route by the participating
hotels, restaurants and businesses. It’s a lot of
fun! Come hungry! By
visiting all 16 check-in stations along the route, you’ll receive a
free AM/FM radio at the
end!
Pick up an application at WCC today. All you need is $35 ($25 for
walkers 18 years and younger) in fees or pledges which should be
turned into WCC no later than May 11 and receive a WCC Ala Wai
Challenge shirt (free) to wear on the walk. There are four sponsored
spots if anyone is interested in participating, call Jeff
today. It’s for a great
cause and helping various non profits in Hawaii including the
Waikiki Community Center!
See you May 19th!
YOUR INPUT
PLEASE . . .
At
our recent Senior Advisory Council (SAC) meeting, the committee suggested members wear
name tags on lanyards to help identify and as a way to meet each
other and new members.
Please let us know if you’d be willing to pay an additional
$5 for a WCC lanyard and laminated name badge at time of membership
renewal. A minimal fee
of $5 for replacements.
Please cut this out and drop off at WCC office. Mahalo for your
help!
___
Yes! I’d be willing to pay $5 for
a lanyard and name badge and wear.
___ No, sorry I am not
interested.
Comments:
_____________________________________________________
ALOHA DON HO . . WE’LL REMEMBER
YOU
Waikiki Community Center
extends our condolences and aloha to the family of the beloved Don
Ho. We join the
thousands who mourn the loss of this great entertainer and Waikiki
icon. Joan and Denice
were honored to be in the audience on Thursday, April 12th to see
his last show, and what a show it was! Earlier this year, Don Ho
was selected as one of the Na Mea Makamae o Waikiki, Honoring the
Treasures of Waikik—Kahiau awardees at WCC’s August 10th gala
dinner. Other honorees include Royal Hawaiian Shopping
Center/Kamehameha Schools & Michael Tongg.
Don
Ho’s memorial service will be held at Duke’s statue on Saturday, May
5th at 9 a.m. Bring a
lei and your favorite memories. His show continues at the
Waikiki Beachcomber on Sunday & Thursday nights
MAKANA FUND
An
easy monthly giving program to help WCC
You
can help Waikiki Community Center make a difference every day of the
year by becoming a donor to our Makana Fund.
Donors
who make a monthly contribution to Waikiki Community Center (WCC)
help provide consistent support we need to sustain our year-round
programs. To join, you
simply pre-authorize a monthly deduction from your bank account or
credit card with a minimum investment of $10. As a monthly supporter, your
contribution to WCC is automatic and effective. You can change or cancel at
any time with a quick phone call to (808)
923-1802.
You
will receive a free
WCC
lanyard, laminated membership card (with membership) and listing on
our Makana Donor Honor Roll.
Any
gift amount makes a huge difference. Consider the impact your
gift will make on the lives of those living right here in
Waikiki. Call us today
to join!
STRING
A LEI FOR MEMORIAL DAY
Friday,
May 25, 2007 9:30-11
a.m. With
Ellen
Katoda
Meet
Ellen
on the lanai to sew a
special lei for Memorial Day. Bring extra flowers and/or
leis. Leis will be
distributed at Punchbowl to honor the military. Register at WCC office for
this fun and free event, bring a friend!
DIVIDED WE FAIL—AARP
Campaign
Wednesday,
May 16, 10am, WCC Aud., free
For
most Americans, affordable health care and long-term financial
security go hand-in-hand.
Too many people
struggle to pay for health care and worry whether they will
have real retirement security.
AARP has launched, Divided
We Fail,
a long-term campaign to amplify the voices of Americans who believe
that health and long-term financial security are the most pressing
domestic issues facing our nation and our community. Initial efforts will be
framed around starting a conversation and generating “Millions of
Voices for Change.”
Register by 5/9 @ WCC office.
AARP
will present a sit-listen-ask questions-get results presentation on
Wednesday, May 16th at 10 am.
They will then use your voices to pressure candidates and
elected officials to end gridlock and develop solutions for health
and financial security.
Reserve a seat today.
NUTRITION
SAMPLING
May
9th—10am, WCC Aud., $3/$6
As
we know, diabetes is an epidemic in Hawaii and across the USA. Learn the signs of diabetes,
who is at-risk for developing diabetes, hear about the latest on the
management of diabetes and learn how to prepare and samples healthy
food for people with diabetes.
Presented by Dr.
Cyndy Kahalewai, registered
dietician and certified diabetes educator. It is thought that many more
people may have diabetes and not be aware of the early signs, bring
a friend. Register at
WCC office by 5/7—$3 for members, $6 for non
members.
LET’S SPEAK
ENGLISH
New
classes start May 7th—$90 or $10 a class
Beginning
class: May 7-31, 103pm, Room 201E
Intermediate: May 21 to June 15,
9:30-11:30am, 201E
Limited
to 15 students per class.
$90 all classes or $10 a class. Register at WCC office—book
early
CINCO DE MAYO CONCERT
May
2—Wednesday, 10-11 a.m.
The
Royal Hawaiian Band returns to WCC
for a special May Day & Cinco
de Mayo concert starting at 10
a.m. in the Auditorium.
Bring your
friends and enjoy the melodies and
dance tunes of this great band.
This
is a free concert sponsored by the C&C of Honolulu and Royal
Hawaiian Band.
LUNCH BUNCH
FUN ~ JOIN US!
Join
the lunch bunch group as we visit these two fine restaurants. Note: We are now collecting $3 per
person to register for Lunch Bunch events, which will be refunded on
event day. Due to the
popularity of these events, there is a 72 hour cancellation
notice. Sign up at WCC
office with payment.
Please do not call restaurant on own. Meet at 11:30 a.m. at
restaurant.
· Tuesday, May 8th, Ruby Tuesday, 4th
floor of Ala Moana Center, 11:30 a.m.
-
Friday,
May 25th, Cheesecake Factory at
Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center,
2 hours free validated parking at RHSC, meet there
@ 11:30 a.m.
HELP WCC RAISE MONEY AN EASY WAY!
WWW.GOODSEARCH.COM
Goodsearch.com
is a new search engine that donates half of its revenue, about a
penny per search, to the charities its users designate. You use it just as you would
any search engine, it’s powered by Yahoo so you get great
results. Go to
www.goodsearch.com
and
be sure to enter Waikiki
Community Center as
the charity you want to support. Just 500 of us searching 4
times a day will raise about $7300 in a year without anyone spending
a dime! Be sure to
spread the word to your family and friends and add Goodsearch
as
your favorite search toolbar.
Thanks!
MEDICARE D—SAGE Plus
Wednesday,
June 6, 2007, 10-11 a.m.
WCC
Auditorium, free
Know
your fights and understand your
options for prescription coverage
through Medicare Policies continue
to change, be informed and learn
more by attending this special presentation.
AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASSES
WCC Chapel, $10 includes
handbook
Check
out these great safe driving classes at WCC, taught by volunteers
from AARP. Register at office.
WCC CLASS UPDATES
-
Dr.
Cecily Tsuchiya, DPM, (podiatrist)
on site, May 8th, 8:30-9:15 a.m., appointments only,
free.
-
Ribbon
Lei Making—Class on 5/3 only.
-
Tai
Chi w/Stuart.
New
class starts 5/30 til 8/8.
$10/$30 for 10 classes or $2/$4 per class, no class
7/4.
-
Low
Impact Aerobics
continues till 6/1. Tuesdays & Fridays, 11:30am-12:30 p.m.
$2/$4 per class. May
11 meets in 205E.
-
Ukulele
Hawaiian Style w/John Signor,
New 10 week session starts 5/25-7/27, Fridays 9-11 a.m. $4/$7 or
$30/$50. Last class
5/5. Register at
office.
-
Lyon
Arboretum new
date is now June 14 $18/$21.
-
Line
Dancing—Sorry,
no class on 5/8.
-
Interested
in playing Canasta?
Call 923-1802.
-
Lunch
Bunch—New procedure in place. A
$3 deposit is required at time of reservation, refundable at the
lunch event. Be sure
to register at WCC, limited seating, (max 20). Please cancel early so
others can attend in 72 hours or lose deposit. Please do NOT call the
restaurant to change reservation. Mahalo.
-
Volunteers—Don’t
forget to sign VIP book! 
JUNE
IS FIRE SAFETY MONTH
HONOLULU FIRE DEPARTMENT
Wednesday,
June 20, 10-11 a.m., WCC Aud., free
Join
us on Wednesday, June 20 at 10 a.m. to observe and learn more about
Fire Safety month.
Sadly, there have been too many incidents where people have
lost their homes, belongings and unfortunately, their life. Revealing statistics show
just how frequently this occurs. Learn how to prevent this
from happening to you or your loved ones. Call WCC today to reserve
your seat at this free presentation.
LEARN MORE ABOUT SLEEP
DISORDERS
Wednesday,
May 23, 10-11 a.m., WCC Aud., free.
Have trouble falling
asleep? Insomnia? Restless sleep? Snoring? Tired in the day? Carol
Yoshimura, Sr. Respiratory
Therapist from Kuakini
Health System will share helpful tips on getting a better night’s
sleep. She will also
share and educate us on alternatives such as medication, surgery or
tools to help us.
Please confirm your attendance at this free session by
calling WCC before 5/21.
PACIFIC AVIATION
MUSEUM
AT
FORD ISLAND MAY 29TH
8:15
a.m. –1:30 p.m. $33/$40
Join
WCC as we visit the Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor at Ford
Island on Tuesday,
May 29th. Fee
includes bus transportation, admission, 1-1/2 hour private tour
w/film and lunch.
Please choose lunch options (sushi, chicken sandwich, teri
beef or chicken stir fry w/dessert and beverage) when making
payment. Reservations
due by May 15th at WCC office, maximum 45 passengers, book
early.
TAILS OF ALOHA
Wednesday,
May 30, 2007 10:30 a.m., Aud., free
Tails
of Aloha is an organization that visits
children in hospitals and elderly people
in nursing homes. This
team of
cheerful dogs and their owners bring
a great deal of joy to patients and
has healing qualities. They will be
here to show us how! Register by 5/25 at WCC office for this free
presentation. | 
