September 2007 Newsletter Waikiki Community Center

September 2007 Newsletter

NA MEA MAKAMAE O WAIKIKI A HUGE SUCCESS!

Waikiki Community Center held it’s 5th Annual Na Mea Makamae o Waikiki (Honoring the Treasures of Waikiki) fund raising dinner on Friday, August 10th at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort and Spa. Over 850+ people attended the gala event to help support the mission of Waikiki Community Center and honor our Kahiau Awardees: The late Michael Tongg, late Don Ho and Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center/Kamehameha Schools. The event was made possible through the generous support and leadership of our Event Chair - Noel Trainor, General Manager of the Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & Spa. Noel was responsible for soliciting all of our Live Auction and travel auction items, printing, audio/visual contractors, and many corporate table sales - a wonderful leader and supporter! He was assisted by Table Sales Chair—Susan Todani, Special Project Director with Kamehameha Schools; Entertainment Chair—Manu Boyd, Cultural Director at Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; Silent Auction Chair—Sharon Weiner, VP of DFS Hawaii, Leadership Committee members and WCC Board of Directors.

Mahalo to our WCC volunteers, members, board, corporate friends and staff who contributed to our silent auction with beautiful gifts, assisted with packaging our favors, provided beautiful artwork for our note cards, helped assemble and mail out invitations to our guests and assisted at the event. Mahalo nui loa!

Over $168,000 (net) was raised to help children, families and senior adults who utilize the programs and services at Waikiki Community Center. Our exciting Live Travel Auction (Deluxe hotels and airfare to London, Paris, New York, Beverly Hills; NCL Cruise and The Kahala Hotel) was a new feature added this year—fun, lively and very exciting! The live, silent auction and SFO trip raised over $45K! These needed funds will help WCC with on-going programs and day to day operations for our members and preschool students.

Lehua Kalima Heine (Na Leo Pilimehana), Hoku Zuttermeister, Keonilei Fairbanks, Ioane Burns, Ku’uipo Kumukahi, Kealoha Kalama, Arshiel Calatrava, Maka’ala Perry, Jackie Cadinha, Manu Boyd and Robert Cazimero provided the evening’s entertainment and musical tribute to each honoree. It was truly a magical evening.

Mahalo to everyone who helped with this exciting event!

(DON’T) BURY YOUR MONEY!

Wednesday, September 5, 10am, Aud., FREE!

Sarah Robinson will do an informative and educational session on types of pre-paid funeral and cemetary plans right for you. Join this lively discussion and learn more how to save money by choosing the right plan. Register for this free session at WCC office. (Return to top)

TEXAS HOLD ‘EM ~ POKER FUN!

Thursdays—Starting September 6, 1-3pm

Learn how to play the hottest game sweeping the nation! Texas Hold ‘em Poker Fun resumes on Thursday, September 6th, 1-3pm, on the Lanai. $1 for members and $3 for non-members. This is not a gambling tournament—just a fun way to improve your poker skills, meet new friends and have fun! Chips and rules provided, register at WCC office.

NALO FARMS

Tuesday, September 18 ~ 8:15 am-1:30 pm, $10/$25

Join us on Tuesday, September 18th as we visit Nalo Farms in Waimanalo. Bus leaves at 8:15 am and returns by 1:30 p.m. and includes a no-host lunch at Olomana Links. Founded in 1953, Nalo Farms has been a family farm, nestled at the feet of the majestic Ko’olau Mountains in Waimanalo. The Farm supplies farm fresh top-quality greens to Hawaii’s top restaurants. You’ll taste some of these nutritional items: Tat Soi, Mizuna, Arugula, Red Mustard, Red Russian Kale, Burgundy Amaranth, Red Cabbage and more. Enjoy lunch at Olomana Links (on own). Register by 9/4 at WCC office. Wear comfortable shoes.

ADVANCED HULA LESSONS W/NALANI

New Wednesday hula class added 12-1:30pm, WCC Aud. $7/$14. The last Wednesday, class starts at 11am-12:30pm. His Monday class continues at 9-10am, $3/$7 in WCC Auditorium.

TRAUMA & FALL PREVENTION

Wednesday, September 19, 10-11 a.m., free

Dr. Tan specializes in trauma surgery and has seen it all and will be at WCC to share w/you valuable information and helpful tips. Topics to be covered: Bathroom precautions, seatbelt useage, home safety, medication dangers, driving tips. Join us September 19 for this free and information session.

Drawing will be held for those 60+ and over with grants funds from The Friends of Hawaii Charities, Seniors on the Go Project. (return to top)

HAWAII SENIORS’ FAIR

23rd Annual The Good Life Expo

September 21-23, 2007, NBC, free

Waikiki Community Center invites members and friends to attend the 23rd Annual Hawaii Seniors’ Fair, The Good Life Expo, scheduled September 21-23, 2007 at the Neal Blaisdell Exhibition Center on Ward Avenue, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. each day. Be sure to stop by WCC booth #175 and visit our staff and members as they perform their artistic skills.

The “Good Life Expo” will showcase relevant and interesting products, services, facilities, programs and organizations in a three-day venue designed especially for the 50-plus community. Don’t miss the fun entertainment, activities, educational information and exhibits. Admission is free. Food booths and samplings available. Parking available for a nominal fee. See you there! Learn more - go to their website. http://www.generationshawaii.com/porpourri.html

WEAPONS OF FRAUD

Wednesday, September 26, 10-11:30am, Chapel

Learn the tactics about fraud! Bruce Bottorff w/AARP will explain the techniques used by thieves to get your assets, steal your identity and exploit you! These thieves are getting smarter each year. He will explain the psychology and techniques used by these crooks to get your assets. Register at office for this free session. Drawing for free prize. Must be 60+ old to enter—Seniors on the Go Project.

AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASSES

WCC Chapel, $10 includes handbook

Check out these great safe driving classes at WCC, taught by volunteers from AARP, 9am-1pm in the WCC Chapel. Register at office. *October, November & December dates are subsidized by a grant from Friends of Hawaii Charities.

· Sept. 18 & 20 $10

· *October 17 & 19; Nov. 5 & 7 & Dec.10 & 12, 9am-1pm, $5/$10 (limit 10 per class)

PALAKIKO RETURNS TO WCC!

Hawaiian Language & Culture 101

Fridays, October 5-December 7

11:30am-12:30pm, Chapel $25/$40 or $5/$7

We’re happy to report Palakiko is returning as a volunteer to teach Hawaiian Language and Culture 101 starting Friday, October 5 for a 10 week course. Classes will be held in the Chapel, 11:30am-12:30pm each Friday. Register at WCC by 9/21. $25/$40 for 7 weeks session or $5/$7 per class. In the Hawaiian tradition, you are welcome to present Palakiko with a ho’okupu (lei) to show your aloha. (optional)

SUDOKU CLUB

If you are interested in participating in a Sudoku Club or class, please contact WCC office at 923 1802. We hope to form a group of members and have some fun! Also looking for members interested in forming Book Club at WCC. (Return to top)

FOOD SAFETY by Straub Foundation

Wednesday, October 17, 10-11:30 a.m., Aud. Free

Learn the basic rules of food safety and proper food handling by Zale Hisashima, registered dietician at Straub Hospital.

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Calculates there are over 76 million Cases of food-borne illnesses each year. Drawings for free gifts, 60+ only

CAREGIVER’S CONFERENCE

Tuesday, October 23 @ Sheraton Waikiki

8am-4:30pm, $10 for members, $5 parking

If you are a caregiver to a family member or friend, WCC is offering an opportunity to attend this informative and beneficial conference. Please see Aura if interested, limited to 3 participants. See posted flyer for more details and classes offered. Event partially subsidized by Seniors on the Go grant from Friends of Hawaii Charities.

CLASS CHANGES & UPDATES

No Classes Monday, September 3—WCC closed

· Life 101 will resume in the fall, stay tuned!

· NEW! Advanced Hula w/Nalani, Wed. 12-1:30pm, $7/$14. Mon., 9-10am $3/$7 continues

· NEW! Poker—Texas Hold ‘Em for Fun! Starts 9/6 on the Lanai, 1-3pm. $1/$3. Check it out!

· Alii Manu Hula class, price increase to $3/$7 Tu/Thu

· Yoga w/Chitra classes changed from Wed. to Thursdays, 3:30-4:30pm in room 202E.

· Inter. Tap Dance with Barbie resumes 9/12.

· Purchase your Aloha Festivals ribbon for only $5!

· Give Aloha @ all Foodland, Food Pantry or Sack ‘n Save stores. Please remember WCC #77892.

· Palakiko returns to teach Hawaiian Culture & Lang., Fridays, starting 10/5. Register now.

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To Register or learn more about any of these classes contact:

Waikiki Community Center at (808) 923 1802 or visit them at 310 Paoakalani Avenue, in the heart of Waikiki.