• Understanding Hawaiian Culture through Hanafuda

    O‘ahu - Kaimukī 1041 Koko Head Ave, Honolulu, HI, United States

    Join us for a presentation by Helen Nakano, founder of Hanafuda Hawaiʻi and her Sensei's on Understanding Hawaiian Culture through Hanafuda followed by hands-on small […]

  • Harmonica Recital featuring Danilo Marrone

    O‘ahu - Kaimukī 1041 Koko Head Ave, Honolulu, HI, United States

    Enjoy the melodious sounds of a fascinating instrument, the harmonica or "mouth organ", during this entertaining and informative program. Danilo Marrone will treat your ears, […]

    Lua: The Hawaiian Martial Arts

    O‘ahu - Kaimukī 1041 Koko Head Ave, Honolulu, HI, United States

    Learn about the art of lua, the ancient Hawaiian martial art from ʻŌlohe lua Umi Kai, a master practitioner of the traditional Hawaiian martial arts and an ʻŌlohe lua of Pā Kuʻi A Lua.

    The NeverEnding Story – 40th Anniversary

    O‘ahu - Kaimukī 1041 Koko Head Ave, Honolulu, HI, United States

    Location: Meeting Room Come celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the timeless classic The NeverEnding Story! An unhappy young boy discovers a book about a mystical […]

  • Upgrade your Boroboro Clothes!

    O‘ahu - Kaimukī 1041 Koko Head Ave, Honolulu, HI, United States

    Are you looking for a way to reduce fabric waste or extend the life of a favorite, well-loved garment? Join us for a visible mending workshop where you'll be introduced to a variety of techniques, resources, and inspiration.

    Computer Basics

    O‘ahu - Kaimukī 1041 Koko Head Ave, Honolulu, HI, United States

    Attend a free one-hour session on computer basics. Participants will learn: Parts of the computer Key computer terms Types of software Safe computer use Registration […]

    Connecting to and Navigating the Internet

    O‘ahu - Kaimukī 1041 Koko Head Ave, Honolulu, HI, United States

    Attend a free one-hour session on connecting to and navigating the Internet. Participants will learn: How to get online Use the address bar Navigate web […]

    Connecting with Family and Friends Using Email

    O‘ahu - Kaimukī 1041 Koko Head Ave, Honolulu, HI, United States

    Attend a free one-hour session on connecting to and navigating the Internet. Participants will learn: How to setup email accounts Write and send emails Email […]

    Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One

    O‘ahu - Kaimukī 1041 Koko Head Ave, Honolulu, HI, United States

    Location: Meeting Room Ethan Hunt and his IMF team embark on their most dangerous mission yet: To track down a terrifying new weapon that threatens […]

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