Tutu’s House announces programs
Tutu’s House announces programs
Tutu’s House in Waimea is offering the following programs during October.
La Leche League meets from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday with Colleen Mason. Breastfeeding and expectant mothers are encouraged to attend.
Counseling and benefits services for veterans are scheduled from 2 to 3 p.m. Friday with Jan Fradenburg, readjustment counselor, and Diane Ramsay, state Veteran Services counselor. Those attending will receive information and literature about readjustment and benefits services for veterans and family members in Waimea and at the Kona Vet Center in Kona.
“The Causes of Health” from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday meets with Jack Ebner, PhD, biophysiology. This comprehensive seminar series empowers attendees to improve and control their own well-being.
Parkinson’s and Neuroplasticity Support — Empowerment through Movement meets from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Monday. Individuals with Parkinson’s and other neurological challenges, along with their partners or caregivers, are encouraged to attend this session, which is open to all ability levels.
Food and Health 101 is held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday with Chef Todd Dacey.
Lawrence Derbes Jr., MD, presents “Understanding Varicose Veins” from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. Derbes is a board-certified cardiologist practicing and residing in Waimea.
“Flow Writing: Priming the Pump meets from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 14 with Virginia Fortner.
“Gurdjieff, the Fourth Way, an Exploration” is held from 4 to 5 p.m. Oct. 14 and 28, with Mike Kimball and Steven Rosenblatt, longtime students and group leaders in Gurdjieff’s teachings. These introductory meetings may include a general discussion, readings or a film.
“You Make Sense to Me” meets from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 14 with Marc and Amy Elizabeth Gordon, each who have a master’s degree in contemplative psychotherapy. Bring writing tools. Couples and individuals are welcome.
For a full listing of programs, visit tutushouse.org. Tutu’s House welcomes all and shares a variety of educational resources in a safe place to explore health and wellness. There are no fees but tax-deductible donations are welcome. To register to attend, call Tutu’s House at 885-6777.
Ukulele retreat begins Sunday
Hawaii Island Ukulele Retreat will be held Sunday through Oct. 17 at the Kohala Village Inn in Hawi. The retreat offers ukulele instruction with Da Ukulele Boyz, Robyn Kneubuhl, Brad Bordessa, KonaBob, and Daniel Ward, and special guest, Kris Fuchigami.
In addition to ukulele classes, workshops and performances geared for players of all skill levels, there will be instruction in hula, lap steel guitar and ukulele bass. Attendees will have an opportunity to build their own cigar box ukulele, under the direction of Dennis Lake.
Special day rates are available for folks who live in the area.
For more information, visit hawaiiislandukuleleretreat.com.
Self-publishing class slated Oct. 24
“Self-Publishing Made Easy/How to Self-Publish Your Book Hardback, Softback or Ebook in 6 Easy Steps!” is a class being offered from 1 to 5 p.m. Oct. 24 at Kona Stories. The cost is $55.
This class is for those wanting to understand the process of self-publishing toward publishing a book. Robert Frutos will share the many aspects of successful self-publishing — including the best self-publishing options available concerning startup costs, if any, royalty payments, the benefits and disadvantages of self-publishing vs. traditional publishing.
Sign-up at 324-0305 or KS@konastories.com.
Hospital auxiliary board to meet
The Kona Community Hospital Auxiliary board meets at 12:30 p.m. Monday in the hospital conference room. Visitors are welcome to attend the meeting.
Everyone is invited to stop by the bake sale from 7 to 9 a.m. Fridays in the hospital cafeteria.
For more information, email KCHAuxiliary@hotmail.com or visit kchauxiliary.org.
Landfill, transfer station closed Saturday
The Puuanahulu Landfill in Waikoloa and the Kealakehe Recycling and Transfer Station in Kailua-Kona will be closed all day Saturday because of road closures for the Ironman World Championship.
The closure at Kealakehe Recycling and Transfer Station will affect all services including residential rubbish disposal, HI5 redemption, two-bin recycling, green waste recycling, re-use store and mulch pick up. Alternative services are available at the Keauhou Recycling and Transfer Station.
Regular operations at the Kealakehe Recycling and Transfer Station will resume on Sunday. The Puuanahulu Landfill will resume its normal schedule and reopen on Monday.
For more information, contact the Solid Waste Division at 961-8270.