Expo at the Waikiki Aquarium to Teach Green

Submitted by Anonymous on Friday, April 8th, 5:55 pm

The City’s Department of Environmental Services is co-hosting an Expo at the Waikiki Aquarium on Saturday, April 9th. The aim of the event is to teach all how to care for the environment.

The Expo is free to attend from 9 a.m. thru 2 p.m. and the first 500 families will receive a native plant and activity book. There will also be prize giveaways.

Local organizations will also be on hand to demonstrate green ways of living and Moi fish will be released into the water.

Parking is available at the Waikiki Elementary School and a shuttle will provide transportation between the school and the aquarium.

For more information, please visit: cleanwaterhonolulu.com

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City sponsoring numerous Earth Month events

Submitted by Anonymous on Tuesday, April 5th, 7:43 pm

In celebration of Earth Month, the City's Department of Environmental Services is co-sponsoring numerous ocean-oriented activities on Saturday, April 9. The events include Adopt-A-Stream and Block cleanups, along with the Mauka to Makai Clean Water Expo.

"This is a great opportunity for everyone, especially families, to learn how to take care of our environment," said Mayor Peter Carlisle. "The City and County of Honolulu is proud to be working with our partners to inspire others to get involved in protecting our natural resources."

The Expo is free from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Waikiki Aquarium. Parking is available at the Waikiki Elementary School with a free shuttle service.

Stream cleanups take place at Manoa-Kolomono Ditch from 8:30 to 11 a.m., Manoa-Woodlawn from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Palolo from 8:30 to 11 a.m.

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"With Aloha" fundraiser at Pagoda Hotel to help out hospital near Sendai, Japan

Submitted by Anonymous on Tuesday, April 5th, 3:23 pm

The Pagoda Hotel near Ala Moana will hold a "With Aloha" fundraiser for the Tahoku University Hospital in Sendai, Japan, on April 9 from 5 to 9 p.m.

Sendai is a large coastal city in the Miyagi Prefecture of Japan. On March 11, a magnitude 9.0 earthquake and subsequent tsunami waves capping at 77 feet dealt massive damage to the city. Since then, Tahoku University Hospital has provided food, medicine and comfort items to people in need.

A $50 ticket ($60 at the door) will get you inside, where 24 restaurants are participating, from Le Bistro to Pagoda, and from Nalo Farms to Ryan's Grill. Brother Noland, Juke Joint 5PM, Ka'ala boys, Natural Vibes and others will provide music, with a crane booth and silent auction to complement the night.

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Waikiki Edition hotel to host "Punch Brunch" at Private Sunset Beach

Submitted by Anonymous on Tuesday, April 5th, 2:21 pm

The Waikiki Edition hotel is putting a modern spin on the classic fresh juice featuring exotic ingredients, by Chefs Kaleo Adams and Bar Chef Christian Self, in a "Punch Brunch" at Private Sunset Beach on Saturday, April 16th from 1 to 4 p.m.

Interested? Email Laura Modica at laura.modica@editionhotels.com for reservations or call 808 943 5800 for more information.

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National Public Health Week promotes injury prevention, save money on medical

Submitted by Anonymous on Tuesday, April 5th, 1:19 pm

Seniors: receive a free screening and valuable information on how to prevent falls from the Prime Time Wellness Fair at the Neil Blaisdell Exhibition Hall April 7, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The Department of Health's Injury Prevention program will participate in the fair as part of a motive to promote National Public Health Week. Their motto? "Safety is No Accident: Live Injury-Free."

Nationally, injury as a cause of death surpasses any other causes combined, including hearth disease, stroke and cancer.

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Beer thief dies after falling under tour bus

Submitted by Anonymous on Tuesday, April 5th, 9:05 am

Honolulu police say a beer thief died after falling under a tour bus Monday night.

The incident happened at 10:35 p.m. on Koa Street. According to police, a 21-year-old man had stolen two 12-packs of beer from an ABC Store in the Hyatt Regency.

While the running away, the man tripped and fell underneath a tour bus.

According to officials, he was run over and dragged 100 feet. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

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Open Registration for the Oahu Junior Lifegaurd Program

Submitted by Anonymous on Saturday, April 2nd, 4:25 pm

Starting April 23rd, applicants may register for the City and County of Honolulu’s Ocean Safety and Lifeguard Services Division.

Those interested can also apply online starting on April 9th at myjuniorguards.com

On-site registration is available at Ala Moana Beach Park on April 23rd at the Ocean Training Safety Center from 9 a.m. thru 3 p.m.

The Junior Lifeguard Program is open to boys and girls between the ages of 13 and 17 years old as of June 1st, 2011. Skills taught include ocean training, beach skills, swimming, physical rescuing techniques, CPR and first aid to name a few.

A total of seven sessions will be offered starting on June 6th and ending with the Junior Lifeguard Championship on July 30th on the Big Island.

A suggested donation of $45 can be made payable to the Hawaiian Lifeguard Association.

For more information, contact: (808) 723-7864