FOLK Book Club meets Tuesday, September 19th
The Friends of the Libraries, Kona (FOLK) Book Club meets Tuesday, September 19th at 12:30 p.m. on the Kailua Kona Public Library lanai. This month’s selection is “The Bad Muslim Discount” by Syed Masood. Info: folkhawaii.com
Brain injury support group zoom meeting today at 4pm
Dr. Jason R. Keifer, MD (Brain Health Hawaii) will be joining us for an overview of the pathophysiology of neuronal injury, assessment of neural function, and use of non-invasive brain stimulation in patients with a history of brain injury. The title of his discourse is ‘Brain Injury: It’s All In Your Head?’ Join the Zoom Meeting at www.Zoom.com. Meeting ID: 808 274 6477.
Invited are all brain injury, stroke or other neuro-trauma survivors, their families and caregivers, interested professionals and the public. If you have any questions about the support group meeting, you may contact Karen Klemme at 808-896-2962 (text), or email: kklemme@hawaii.rr.com. Look for our Facebook page “Kona Brain Injury Support Group” to connect with other survivors.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers Classes Offered in Kealakekua.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers (PTC) classes will be offered in Kealakekua beginning on September 20. A group of 6 – 8 family caregivers will meet for 6 Wednesdays From 10AM to Noon at Christ Church on Konawaena School Road.. Classes will help participants learn to handle their caregiving challenges. Total cost for the whole six-week series is a registration fee of $10. Please call Joann D’Addio at 773-294-8773 to register or ask questions. Advance registration is required. For information about class content, please see www.hawaiicaregivers.org/powerful-tools.
Hilo Community Players will present DISNEY IN THE PARK
Sunday, September 17th at Kalakaua Park with shows at 2pm &4pm.
This fun, free, family day features your favorite Disney characters singing, dancing and sharing their joy. Please bring your own chairs or picnic blankets to enjoy the concert and a tea party in the park with us. Snacks, stickers and bubbles will be available and donations are appreciated! Dressing as your favorite character is encouraged!
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