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HomeMy WebLinkAboutKupuna News A Magazine For And About Hawai`i's Seniors (January - March 2010)Elderly Activities Division's Kupuna News A MAGAZINE FOR AND ABOUT HAWAI`I'S SENIORS Vol. 12 No. 1 January-March 2010 ELDERLY ACTIVITIES DIVISION’S CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2010 January (22) EAD Advisory Council Meeting February (19) RSVP West Hawai‘i Volunteer Luncheon March National Nutrition Month April (22) State Senior Karaoke Revue May STEP June (24) East Hawai‘i Casino Day July (14-15) Kupuna Softball Tournament August (4-6) State Softball Tournament (Maui) September (15-16) Kupuna Hula Festival October (7) East Hawai‘i Wellness Fair November (12) CSE Volunteer Luncheon December (9) Christmas Luncheon Your Direct Link to Services and Benefits Published quarterly by the County of Hawai‘i Department of Parks and Recreation Elderly Activities Division Information and Assistance Phone (808) 961-8777 Billy Kenoi Mayor, County of Hawai‘i Coordinated Services for the Elderly 2010 SENIOR ADVISORY COUNCIL MEETING Both East & West Hawai‘i CSE staff will be providing transportation for RSVP Council Representatives, EAD Senior Club, Nutrition Council Presidents, and staff to attending the 2010 Elderly Activities Division’s Senior Advisory Council Meeting, which will be held on January 22, 2010, at the Waimea Community Center from 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. EAD Operations Director, Harold Bugado, and EAD’s Program Directors from RSVP, STEP, ERS, SP. PRGS., HCNP, and CSE, will provide program information and activity/event fliers for the next 6 months–January to July 2010. Senior representatives will also have the opportunity to discuss district problems and concerns. Lunch and refreshments will be part of the program. The next I&A District Team Meetings will be held in July 2010 on July 6th for the Hāmākua, Waimea/Kohala districts, July 7th for the Hilo and Kona districts, & July 8th for the Puna/Kea‘au, Naalehu districts. AARP TAX INFORMATION Deadline for filing is April 15, 2010 Once again East Hawai‘i CSE staff will be assisting AARP by scheduling appointments for seniors at the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) and St. Joseph Church. This free service is for individuals with simple taxes to complete. To schedule your appointment please call CSE Information & Assistance Hotline at 961-8777, starting January 4, 2010. Seniors in West Hawai‘i should call the AARP Information Center directly at 334-1212. FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM The Foster Grandparents gathered recently to remember the life of a dear colleague and friend. FG Nancy Harney served at Mt. View school for 10+ years. She was fondly remembered as her assistance with special needs students went beyond the call. She is greatly missed, but her legacy will long linger in our hearts and mind. Foster Grandparents pictured above spent some interesting moments with deserving Pharmacology students at UHH. The Big Island is privileged to have this school represented on our University campus. Much was learned about the daily routine of studying meds and their dispensary. Foster Grandparents highly recommend a tour of Hilo Public Library given by guide Geri Arai. Kupuna News 2 Information and Assistance (808) 961-8777 West Hawai‘i CSE Volunteer Recognition Luncheon This year’s West Hawai‘i Volunteer Recognition Luncheon was held on October 28, 2009 at the Rodney Yano Memorial Building in Captain Cook, Kona. This years’ theme was entitled, “Commemoration of 50 Years of Statehood.” The event was organized by West Hawai‘i’s Coordinated Service for the Elderly staff to express CSE’s appreciation to the many dedicated volunteers who serve our elderly and program in West Hawai‘i. Award Certificates, prizes, gifts, games, lunch and refreshments were the highlights of the luncheon. Our warmest Mahalo to all our volunteers!! Volunteers line up for a celebratory lunch …… Papa`aloa Front L-R: Encarnacion Datuin, Elizabeth Eugenio, Rodrigo “Rudy” Peralta, Fumie Vasquez, Fran Takamiyashiro, PD. Back L-R: Joe Ah Choy, Sr., Luella Puahala, Jolly Simmons, Beatrice Cabral, Harold Fernandez, Florence Fukui, Pat Tanoue, Steve Tanoue, Darlette Miguel, CSPA Kona Front L-R: Betty Shikada, Joe Yoshishige, Fran Takamiyashiro, PD, Junie-Ann Kamoku, CSPA. Back L-R: Edita Melchor, Mamie Bramlette, Shirley Hary, Eugene “Duna” Gaspar, Margery “Shanna” Moore Kohala Raymond Talisay, Suse Soares, Jr., Nell Ballesteros, Maile Marquez, Rose Orita, Fran Takamiyashiro, PD, Haribert Pfecht, Darryl Noda, CSPA Waimea Fran Takamiyashiro, PD, Daphne Niau, Darryl Noda, CSPA Honoka`a Front L-R: Daniel Goldman, Momoe Yamamoto, Mabel Bugado, Dorothy Caravalho, Fran Takamiyashiro, Program Director. Back L-R: Terry DeVera, Alice Cypriano, Pilar Asia, Maria Yano, Quintin Martinez, Darlette Miguel, CSPA Kupuna News 3 January - March 2010 East Hawai‘i CSE Volunteer Recognition Luncheon “Lunchtime at the Plantation,” was the theme of this years’ East Hawai‘i CSE Volunteer Recognition Luncheon held on November 13, at the Kamana Senior Center in Hilo. The event was coordinated through the efforts of East Hawai‘i CSE staff including Tim Hansen, Program Director, and CSPA’s Christine Namahoe Loo, Linda Eblacas, Terry Saito, CSW I’s Sophia Iaukea, Arlene Ohara and other CSE and EAD staff. Of course there was good food, plenty of prizes, and entertainment. The purpose of the luncheon was to recognize the priceless contribution of our volunteers. CSE volunteers assist with answering phones, filing, processing Sr. I.D. Cards, driving, providing companionship to homebound seniors and in many other countless ways island-wide. A big “MAHALO“ to our wonderful volunteers!!! Sophia Iaukea, Arlene Ohara and Linda Eblacas Leihua Malani, Sets Fukushima and Tim Hansen Hilo Front L-R: Leihua Malani, Herbert Ikeda, Sets Fukushima, Janet Arizumi, Ellen Kamau, Sophia Iaukea. Back L-R: Arlene Ohara, Helen Hurd, Reyn Maeno, Shirley Stillman, Charles Kalahiki, Aileen Lum, Tim Hansen Puna Front L-R: Rufino Driquito, Amado Barcena, Barbara Brown. Back L-R: Tim Hansen, Linda Eblacas, George Mueller, Arlene Ohara Ka`u Tim Hansen, Sophia Iaukea, Aiko & Takamari Fukunaga, Terry Saito, Marcelina Castaneda Linda Eblacas, Rufino Driquito and Amado Barcena Kupuna News 4 Information and Assistance (808) 961-8777 Elderly Recreation Services ELDERLY RECREATION SERVICES As we welcome 2010, we’d like to give a “BIG MAHALO” to all the supporters of our program. We will continue to expand the program and keep you active, healthy and happy! Mahalo also to the volunteers who man the ERS main office and keep the pace…… HECTIC!!! A tribute was held at the Ground Golf Tournament at Greenwell Park on October 30, 2009 for the late Gerrit Pasco. He was instrumental in formulating the program and is credited for its success. There were 18 teams and 6 Hole-In-One Winners. Contact ERS at 961-8710 for more information about our programs or visit us online at www.co.hawaii.hi.us Lucy Pasco and her Ohana at the 2009 Ground Golf Tournament. Pictured 2009 GROUND GOLF TOURNAMENT FIRST PLACE WINNERS: “The Bats” George Rivera, Madeline Kawai, Margaret Couttie, Mamie Bramlett and Rose Rosimo. Pictured with W.Hi. ERS Director Coran Kitaoka and Kona Mauka Rotarian Poppy Sockham HOLE-IN-ONE WINNERS: Pat Lewi, George Rivera, Loretta Kitaoka, David Beyers, Masateru Oketani, and Marilyn Debus. THE PUNA CIRCUS came to Kea`au Senior Center on September 24, 2009. RSVP Volunteer Jackie Valera coaches Pahoa’s Richard Totman, Dolly Josiah and Mt. View’s Joseph Reyes on the Stand-Up Bottle game. Kupuna News 5 January-March 2010 Class & Senior Club Happenings….. FRESH FLOWER LEI MAKING CLASS: New class at Kea`au Senior Center with instructor Maile Canario teaching 5 different methods of lei making using freshly picked flowers and foliage. 40 Big Island Line Dancers kicked it up at the 1st Annual Maui Line Dance Round-up held at the Kihei Community Center on August 27 and 28, 2009. Halloween Costume Contest Winners at the Pomaikai and Aunty Sally’s Halloween Party. Billiards Social with gentlemen from Kona and Kohala on August 31, 2009 at the Kohala Senior Center. Kamana Karaoke Club Treasurer June Ikeda did a stellar performance singing Aru Onna No Uta at the Recital. Dedicated ERS Volunteers in costume running the show at the Pomaikai & Aunty Sally’s Halloween Party. Doris Takimoto, Lucille Hookano, and Joyce Hirata. Our volunteers make our program happen!!! Happy New Year! 2010 The Metal Tiger Kupuna News 6 Information and Assistance (808) 961-8777 Special Programs Record Numbers for the 27th Annual Kupuna Hula Festival The numbers of participants and attendees to the 27th Annual Hawai‘i Kupuna Hula Festival skyrocketed this year. The Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort and Spa hosted both the competition and craft fair on September 16th and 17th. Close to 400 participants from 25 halaus, including 6 from Japan, 1 from Okinawa, 1 from Maui, 3 groups from O‘ahu, 1 Moloka‘i Halau 2 California Halau, and 11 groups from the Big Island, gathered to participate in this years “Na Mele Makamae” Songs that are Precious competition. Nearly 2,000 people attended the two day festival to watch the 25 halaus compete for top prizes in 6 categories. The individual Tutu Wahine and Tutu Kane dances took place on Wednesday night, followed by the group competitions in the Mixed, Wahine, Kane and Overall categories on Thursday night. First Place Wahine Group Na Mamo O Kaleimomi This year’s individual winners included; third place in the Kane category Nayland Ahana, with 293.5 points, second place; Robert Kato with 304.9 points, and first place individual Kane winner; Andy Farley with 309.9 points. The individual Wahine winners were; third place Pi`ilani Rodrigues with 313.5 points, second place; Alitha Adlawan scoring 315.6 points. First place individual Wahine dancer was Nu’umealani McKeague with 317.8 points. Thursday night’s Kane group winners were; third place Ke Ola Pono No Na Kupuna with 292.5 points, second place; Na Leo Nahenahe O Na Kupuna scoring 297.2 points, and first place Kane group winners were Na Kupuna O Kohala with 297.5 points. Third place in the group Wahine division was Keolalaulani Halau ‘Olapa O Laka, scoring 311. Second place, scoring 314.5 points was Hula Halau O Kalākaua from Okinawa, and first place winners from Japan, Na Mamo O Kaleimomi won with 316.3 points. The three winning halaus in the mixed group competition were; third place Na Kupuna O Moana with 300.2, second place with 310.6 points; Na Kupuna O Ko`olau, and the overall mixed group winner, scoring 311.5 points, Na Kupuna O Kohala. The title of overall group winner went to Big Island group, Ke Ola Pono No Na Kupuna, with their overall point score of 1,486.8. The 28th Annual Hawai‘i Kupuna Hula Festival is tentatively scheduled for September 15-16, 2010 at the Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort and Spa. Kupuna News 7 January-March 2010 2009 West Hawai‘i PrimeTime Wellness Fair There was something for everyone at this year’s West Hawai‘i Prime Time Wellness Fair. This event, co-sponsored by the County of Hawai‘i Elderly Activities Division-Special Programs and First Hawaiian Bank, was held on Friday, November 6 at the Keauhou Sheraton Resort & Spa from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 200 senior clubs members from Hilo to Oceanview were provided free bus transportation to the event held at the Keauhou Convetion Center. Over 400 people attended the Wellness Fair and took part in tea ceremonies, flower arranging, bio-scans, hula dancing, hearing tests, and much more. HMSA provided flu shots to interested participants and Clinical Labs checked the cholesterol of those who were willing. Nursefinders checked the blood pressure of participants at the fair. Over 40 vendors representing businesses and non-profits around the island were on hand to distribute information about the services they provide. Many visitors to the fair also took a chance with the First Hawaiian Bank slot machine or “Wheel of Fortune” and almost everybody walked away with a prize. Door prizes were given away through out the day, and those who entered waited in anticipation to hear who would win the grand prize $250 gas card donated by Mid-Pac Petroleum. One of the tasty highlights of the Wellness Fair was Chef Sam Choy. Chef Choy provided a cooking demonstration of three delicious recipes using ingredients provided by KTA superstores and Oshiro Tofu. Everyone in the audience was treated with a delicious bite of each of the prepared dishes and walked away with the recipes to recreate the meals at home. Thank you to everyone that attended the West Hawai‘i PrimeTime Wellness Fair, we hope you walked away with the tools and information that lead to a healthier, happier lifestyle. Kupuna News 7 January - March 2010 Retired and Senior Volunteer Program RSVP SUPPORTS “COP ON TOP” East Hawai`i RSVP volunteers helped the Hilo Chapter of the Special Olympics fundraise over $18,000 dollars at the Puainako Safeway store. That total helped to make the Hilo Safeway store the top money collection site in the State of Hawai`i. A total of 39 volunteers helped with this event. According to event organizer, Carey Uchida, the RSVP volunteers are a valuable asset and an integral part of the County of Hawai`i. During the past 10 years RSVP volunteers have served for over 1,700,000 hours. A big MAHALO to all those who have served. Cop on Top Volunteers: RSVP staff Clarita Corpuz, Felisa Hanohano, Nathy Ancheta, Larry Corpuz, Leatrice Yamamoto, Priscilla Evangelista and Vicky Calica. May Otomo, Ed Madamba, Nobu Oshiro, Arlene Waugh, Sally Bowman, Mercy Baxa, Clarita Corpuz and Gerald Otomo. Adriano Vicente, Arlene Yonamine, Linda Bacdad, Cora Maneja, Anna Honda, Hats Kamimura, Charles Kamimura, Ann Kawabata, Clarita Corpuz, Florence Kinoshita, Leoni Valledor and Andy Narido. Sarah Aniban, Elvin Terkelsen, the late Bea Terkelsen, Clarita Corpuz, June Brady and Mei Ling Green. Thank you volunteers. Kupuna News 9 January - March 2010 English Intensive Program Volunteers: Front; Bernice Tanioka, Anne Yanazaki, Mitsuye Toma, Haruko Akiyama, Hatsuko Yamashita and Gladys Nakamura. Waiakea-waena School Cafeteria Volunteers: Seated L-R; Jacinta Reyes, Shimomi Araujo, staff Robyn Mitchell, Cora Maneja, Sue Nakamura, Mildred Igawa. Back: Asae Kumiji, Clarita, Carmen Otomo, Larry Corpuz, Betty Jo Thompson, Sally Tokuyama, Leatrice Kishii, Patsy Marumoto, Alice Kaneko, Amy Takajo and Leoni Valledor. Volunteer Edna Sonomura does blood pressure screening at KOPP/Hilo. Getting their checkups are; Pearl Wong, Charlotte Sanborn, Violet Ka`ai, Kehu Konanui and Winona Tanaka. Haaheo School Cafeteria Volunteers: L-R; Yae Koizumi, Nobuko Nishioka, Priscilla Nuevo, Clarita, Lillie Tsuchiya and Naty Pinzon. Kea`au Elementary School Tutors: Alice Kaneko, Marlene Yoshida, Shirley White, PCNC Sally DeRyke, Clarita, Phil Miyamoto, Mae Eclipse, and Marilyn Hirata. West Hawai`i Golf Program Volunteers: Lori Reddick, Aggie Nishihara, Emma Sousa, Nikki Honda, Masa Shimabukuro, Charles Kamimura and Madeline Silva. Kupuna News 10 Information and Assistance (808) 961-8777 Kupunas from the Alu Like Program provided entertainment for Police Week: Cecelia Torres-Kaiewe, Kehu Konanui, Irene Lopez, Beth Ehu, Ruby Malani, Agnes Pung, Lillian Russo, Shirley Golden, Myra Aina-Paul and Cecilia Polikapu Samson. Helping with registration for the American Cancer Society: Nobu Oshiro, Helen Nagai, Florence Kinoshita and Karlen Ono. Below: Volunteers assemble mail for the Hawai`i County Golf Program. Florence Kinoshita, Barbara Heavens, John Cole, Juliette Rickard, Amy Matsukado, Sue Matsubara, & Hisako Sakamoto. Mass mailing for the Kona Marathon was provided by the Hilo volunteers at the Hilo Senior Center. Clarita, Lee Collins, Marie Kuramoto, Vicky Calica & Helen Matsui. Standing; Gerald Otomo, May Otomo, Sally Bowman, Elsie Oka, Mary Basque, Nobu Oshiro, Sharon Paff, Hats & Charles Kamimura & Arlene Yonamine Volunteers help out with mass mailing for the Volcano Art Center. Gerald Otomo, Elaine Yamaguchi, Elsie Oka, Arlene Waugh, May Otomo, Florence Kinoshita & Nobu Oshiro. Above: Providing help with the Senior Produce Program at the Kamana Elderly Housing site. Bonnie Aceret, Charlie Kalahiki, Barbara Miyose and Ed Madamba. VOLUNTEERING IS FUN AND SELF SATISFYING!!! Kupuna News 11 January - March 2010 Left: Volunteers Dick Hershberger and Margaret Kestner distribute produce to Kent Pettingill. Below: Dick and Margaret with volunteer, Herb Kestner. Left: Volunteer June Montgomerey helped at the HOVE Nutrition site with the Senior Produce Program. MAHALO TO ALL OUR HARDWORKING VOLUNTEERS!!!! 1,700,000 HOURS & COUNTING. Kupuna News 13 January - March 2010 Nutrition Program Highlights The Pāhala seniors enjoy a game of bocce ball at the Punalu‘u Black Sands Beach. From left are Alice Furusho, Satsuki Funai, Miyoko Mitsunaga, CSW Julie Pasquale. 2010 Resolutions! This is the time of year when many people make resolutions to improve their health, wealth, and well being. The Hawai‘i County Nutrition Program can help, by providing activities such as free hearing screenings, blood pressure checks, and well balanced meals. Each of our 15 sites has different daily activities such as fitness classes, dance classes (ex. hula/line dancing), and sports activities such as bocce ball and yoga. Nutrition sites are located in each major district. For more information on nutrition sites in your area, call the Hawai‘i County Nutrition Program office at 961-8726. PUNALU‘U PICNIC Seniors from the Pāhala, Nā‘ālehu, and Ocean View Nutrition Sites and Senior Clubs got together for a picnic at the famous Punalu‘u Black Sands Beach Park. Tuning up their ukulele are, from left, Susan Pua and Carol Javar of Pāhala, with Queen Akiu of Nā‘ālehu. Learning to use "pocket talkers" to improve their hearing are, from left, Ruth Galloway and Gladys Kuroda from the Kea‘au Nutrition Site. Mahalo to ADA specialist Alisa Mitchener, who obtained this equipment. Kupuna News 13 January - March 2010 East meets West at the 2009 Primetime Wellness Fair: Cari Leyson of Pepe‘ekeō hopes for a prize as she is assisted by CSW Christy Kitaoka of the Kailua site. Kailua Nutrition joined the Kailua Kona Senior Club for lunch. On the left are Andrea Alaniz, Maria Aseron, Bernice Elam. On the right is Mollie Esmeralda. In Pāpa‘aloa, the camera caught shutterbug Billy Choy Hee before he could take his own pix. CSW Jeffrey Gaeth teaches music at Pāpa‘aloa. Here, Reme Orallo tries her hand at playing the BIG bass! The Waimea seniors treated HCEOC driver Anna Wilbur to lunch at Daniel Thiebaut's Restaurant. Although Anna is retiring, she will always be welcome at the Waimea Nutrition Site. Mahalo and Best Wishes to you! Kupuna News 14 Information and Assistance (808) 961-8777 Senior Community Service Employment Program Our Hard Working Seniors Congratulations Aunty Lee for being hired by the Downtown Improvement Association. Good luck! On the left Juana Manarpaac with supervisor Rita Charvea at the Hawai`i Island Adult Care. Peter Tsai with his supervisor Margaret Yafuso, ERS Program Director II. New enrollee James Kahoilua, Jr. at the Pana`ewa Zoo with supervisor George Saito. Peter Tsai entertaining at the Puna Circus up at the Kea`au Community Center. L-R Hanna George first day at the Hilo Public Library with her supervisor Mona Tavares. Supervisor Manny Moniz with enrollee Kathy Moffit at Onekahakaha Beach Park. Kupuna News 15 January - March 2010 Harold Bugado, EAD Director Roann Okamura, (TA) EAD Asst. Oper. Dir. Colette Shimabukuro, EAD Account Clerk Tim Hansen, CSE East Hawai‘i Fran Takamiyashiro, CSE West Hawai‘i Coran Kitaoka, (TA) Elderly Recreation Joan Kawakone, Nutrition Program Charles Ikeda, RSVP Clyde Yoshida, Senior Employment Nathan Suganuma, (TA) Special Programs CALENDAR OF EVENTS JANUARY 1 New Year’s Day Holiday 18 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday 22 EAD: Advisory Council Meeting Waimea Community Center 9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Colette Shimabukuro, 961-8708 22ERS: Air Force Band of the Pacific Community Concert Hale Halawai, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Coran Kitaoka, 323-3190 FEBRUARY 19 RSVP: West Hawai‘i Recognition Luncheon King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel 9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Charles Ikeda, 961-8730  15 President’s Day Holiday MARCH 4 ERS: Casino Day (Islandwide) Old Kona Airport Main Pavilion 9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Coran Kitaoka, 323-3190 12 RSVP:  Puna, Ka‘ū, Hāmākua, N & RS Hilo, Ke Ola Pono No Na Kupuna Recognition Luncheon Sangha Hall, 9:30-1:00 p.m. Charles Ikeda, 961-8730 23-24 ERS: Pāhala New Games 23, Table Games 24, Field Games Margaret Yafuso, 966-5801 26 Prince Kuhio Day Holiday SENIOR ID CARD SCHEDULE JANUARY LOCATION: TIME: 04, Mon. S. Hilo Kamana Senior Center 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 04, Mon. Kohala Kohala CSE/Courthouse 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. 06, Wed. S. Hilo ADRC 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 06, Wed. Kona Kealakekua Ranch Center 10:00 – 1:00 p.m. 08, Fri. Puna Kea‘au Community Center 10:00 – 12:00 p.m. 08, Fri. Kona West Hawai‘i Senior Center 10:00 – 1:00 p.m. 11, Mon. Ka‘ū Pāhala HI Housing Center 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. 11, Mon. Ka‘ū Nā‘ālehu Community Center 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. 12, Tue. Waimea L. Yoshimatsu Senior Center 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. FEBRUARY 01, Mon. Kohala Kohala CSE/Courthouse 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. 01, Mon. S. Hilo Kamana Senior Center 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 03, Wed. Kona K-Mart, Kailua-Kona 10:00 – 1:00 p.m. 03, Wed. S. Hilo ADRC 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 05, Fri. Puna Kea‘au Community Center 10:00 – 12:00 p.m. 09, Tue. Waimea L. Yoshimatsu Senior Center 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. 12, Fri. Kona West Hawai‘i Senior Center 10:00 – 1:00 p.m. 12, Fri. N. Hilo Pāpa‘aloa Elderly Housing 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. 22, Mon. Honoka‘a Hale Hau‘oli Senior Center 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. 22, Mon. HOVE St. Jude’s Church 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. MARCH 01, Mon. S. Hilo Kamana Senior Center 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 01, Mon. Kohala Kohala CSE/Courthouse 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. 03, Wed. Kona Walmart, Kailua-Kona 10:00 – 1:00 p.m. 03, Wed. S. Hilo ADRC 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 05, Fri. Puna Kea‘au Community Center 10:00 – 12:00 p.m. 08, Mon. Ka‘ū Pāhala HI Housing Center 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. 08, Mon. Ka‘ū Nā‘ālehu Community Center 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. 09, Tue. Waimea L. Yoshimatsu Senior Center 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. 12, Fri. Kona West Hawai‘i Senior Center 10:00 – 1:00 p.m. The County of Hawai‘i does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admissions or access to, or treatment, or employment in its programs or activities. Should you require any special needs, contact the respective program at least 10 days prior to the event. If you are unable to provide the advance notice, the Elderly Activities Division staff will attempt to make a reasonable accommodation to satisfy the request as long as it does not impose an undue hardship.