What’s Up
Childbirth Preparation
Hanalei Community Center, 5-5299C Kuhio Hwy., Hanalei, Sept. 9-30, 9-1 p.m., $145-$220. Birthing from Within Prenatal Classes offer a holistic approach to childbirth preparation, drawing on diverse pain-coping practices, introspective activities, lively group discussion, role-plays and practical information for both mom and dad. (sproutingseedsfamily.com, 821-0948)
From Seed To Salad
NTBG Headquarters, 5-6 p.m., $5. Join the National Tropical Botanical Garden’s nursery manager Ashly Trask for ‘From Seed to Salad,’ – a workshop on small-scale sustainable gardening. Call to sign up. (651-5907, propogate@ntbg.org)
Kauai Chorale Rehearsals
Island School cafeteria, 7:30-9:30 p.m., free. Practice tradtional and unique seasonal music in preparation for our December concerts. (822-5633, 821-1432)
Kohola Leo (Whale Voice)
Children of the Land, Kapaa, 7 p.m., free. Monthly whale movie – Big Miracle. (glabedzmd@aol.com)
Women Working With Women
Hanapepe UCC Church, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 1:15 p.m. women’s group meeting, free. Homeless women of Kaua’i are invited and encouraged to participate in group discussions and projects that can enable us to create an improved, self-sustaining quality of life. (wwow.kauai@gmail.com, 634-4124)
Auditions For “Scrooge”
Call for location, Sept. 26 and Oct. 3 from 3-5 and 6-9 p.m. All ages welcome from anywhere on Kaua’i. Fundraiser for “Kekaha’s Got Talent”. Auditions for Scrvvooge: An Improvisational Hawaiian Christmas Carol. (639-7673)
Kekaha’s Got Talent Classes
Kekaha Community Center, 2-5 p.m. 17 and under, 6-9 p.m. adults, free. Classes cover improv, theatre, music, dance, comedy, song and script writing, open mic, and youtube. Classes are on-going and students can come in and out as they are able. (639-7673)
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Environmental And Interior Design
KCC-OCET, Thursdays until Oct. 4, 6-9 p.m., $75. Learn the fundamentals of space including: form, light, color, healthy & inviting environments and space planning. Call to register. (245-8318)
Dr. Melead Q&A
Papaya’s Natural Foods and Cafe, 4-831 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa, 12:30 p.m., free. For all of your health and beauty question Dr. Melead is here to share her insight on all of your needs. (823-0190)
Sailboat Races
End of the Nawiliwili Jetty, 5 p.m., free. The Nawiliwili Yacht Club’s 3rd Race of the Gene Wells Memorial Series. For the best view join the Race Committee at the end of the Nawiliwili Jetty. (639-3425)
Community Orientation
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, 11 a.m., free. The Princeville Welcoming Committee shares information on resources and activities. (635-0103)
Honoring The Bones And Stones
Kapaa Public Library, 6:30-9 p.m., free. Also to be shown, “In the light of Reverence.” (634-2737)
Theatre Workshop
Aston Aloha Beach Hotel, 11 a.m., register by email, free. Women in Theatre (WIT) is pleased to announce a free workshop for the theatre community that clearly lays out the expectations and role of a successful stage manager. (roberta@rnrcable.com)
Estate Sale
Wailua Homesteads, Kini Place, Sept. 29-30, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., free. This is going to be a great estate sale! Many home furnishing, tools, furniture, beds, and lot’s of children’s things. (635-3115)
Molly Jones LAC Cold Laser Therapy
Papaya’s Natural Foods and Cafe, 4-831 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa, noon, free. Join Molly as she introduces to you cold laser therapy and the benefit it may have for your health. Ward off addictions, radiation, vog, and more. (823-0190)
Museum Day
Grove Farm Museum, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., free. There will be guided tours of the property, a scavenger hunt for the keiki, mini exhibits of plantation artifacts and an hourly showing of the video “Long Sugar, The Koloa Plantation Story” and free train rides on Haleko Road across the old Lihue sugar mill in Lihue. (245-3202)
National Public Lands Day
Kilauea Point Wildlife Refuge, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., free. To celebrate the day, people from across the mainland as well as Alaska and Hawai‘i will be getting out to hike in forests, fish in streams, and enjoy the wild places we all share. (fws.gov/kilaueapoint)
Mahaulepu Sunset To Full Moon Walk
Call for meeting location, times and cost. Sierra Club hike open to the public.Start out in late afternoon from Shipwreck Beach to Maha’ulepu to enjoy the sunset and a full moon over the glistening ocean. Spectacular coastal walk. We’ll shuttle cars to make this a moderate 3-mile one-way hike. (246-9067)
Mahaulepu Sunset/Full Moon Walk
Call for meeting place and time, free. Start out in late afternoon from Shipwreck Beach to Maha’ulepu to enjoy the sunset and a full moon over the glistening ocean. Spectacular coastal walk. We’ll shuttle cars to make this a moderate 3-mile one-way hike. (246-9067)
Book Signing
Kokee Natural History Museum front porch, 12:30 p.m., free. Mark Jeffers will be signing copies of his newly released book, The Eye of the Lion, The Story of my First Hurricane in conjunction with the 20-year anniversary of Hurricane `Iniki. (lucidhawaii@mac.com)
Golf Tournament
Prince Golf Club, Princeville, 7 a.m. registration, 8 a.m. tournament starts, $120. The format is a three-person team scramble, with opportunities for mulligans and free drops, as well as additional fun events on the course. (kauainorthshorelions.org)
Startup Gardening Workshop
Kilauea, call for directions, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., $36/cash only. “Startup Gardening with One Song Farm” workshop with Lisa and Sun. (635-3020)
Jae Atchley’s Optimum-Zone Series
Papaya’s Natural Foods and Cafe, 4-831 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa, noon, free. Join Dr.Jae Atchley as she continues the Optimum-Zone Series. (823-0190)
Movie Night
Kapaa Assembly of God, 6:30 p.m., free. “Running Inside Out” shows. (651-0670, 822-9861)
Snorkel Sail Benefit
Port Allen, 11 a.m. boat leaves, four-hour sail, $68. Call to reserve space. Sail with Captain Andy on his big trimaran boat as a benefit for the Hawaii Children’s Theatre’s Scholarship Fund. (639-2437, hawaiichildrenstheatre.com)
Public Lecture
KCC cafeteria, 5:30 p.m., free. Public lecture and photo presentation by acclaimed Australian naturalist and photographer Ian Hutton. (ntbg.org)
ONGOING
A Course in Miracles
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Mondays, 10:30 a.m., $1/suggested donation. A course on love and forgiveness. (651-5324, princevillecommunity.com)
Access Bars Seniors
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, first and third Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., $40/one hour. A gentle hands-on process to shift anything. (896-3323)
Acupuncture Treatment And Demonstrations
Papayas, Kapaa, Saturdays, 3-5 p.m., free. Options include painless cold laser treatments. (635-8766)
Adult Dance Classes
Kilauea Neighborhood Center, Mondays, 7-8 p.m.and 8-9 p.m., $5. Ballroom, swing and Latin dance taught in a six-week series. (kauaidancing@gmail.com)
Adult Got Fear?
Waipouli at Sacred Waters Center, Thursdays, 2:30-3:30 p.m., $10/intro class. Call for reservations. EFT (or Tapping) can replace old fears with new confidence. (414-315-2021)
Aerial Skills Instruction
2891B Kamookoa Road, Kilauea, by appointment, $65/session. Learn to climb fabric like Cirque De Sole. A fun and wonderful way to exercise and be healthy. (212-8268)
Alzheimer’s Association
Kauai Community College, OCET Bldg, Room 106, Tuesdays until Dec. 6, 2-3:30 p.m., free for family member-to-family member care givers, $25/others. The “What Now? Orientation” series is designed for non-professional family caregivers. Call to register. (245-8318)
Aquacise
Westin Resort Princeville, Wyllie Road, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:50 a.m. sign up, 9-10 a.m. class, $15. Splash for locals and visitors. (651-7196)
Argentine Tango
Kalaheo Neighborhood Center, Mondays, 7:30 p.m., $5. Sponsored by YMCA TangoKauai. (tangokauai.com, 635-8049)
Argentine Tango Classes
Kalaheo Neighborhood Center, Mondays, 7:30 p.m., Kapaa Neighborhood Center, Thursdays, 7 p.m., $5. Sponsored by YMCA TangoKauai. (635-8049)
Argentine Tango Lessons
Kapaa Neighborhood Center, Thursdays, 7 p.m., $5. No experience necessary. Sponsored by YMCA TangoKauai. (tangokauai.com, 635-8049)
Art Classes
Art studio, Wailua. Private & small group art instruction. Professional artist offering weekly art classes in pottery, painting, drawing, mixed media for residence & visitors. Beginners welcome! Call for prices and exact location. (argusceramicart.com, arguseliam.com, 634-4031)
Art Lessons For Children
Call for location, times and cost. Learn to draw realistically using the basic elements of shape. Develop your child’s visual intelligence and ability to focus. Private or small group instruction. Ages 4 and up. (651-6771)
Arthritis Exercise Class
Kapaa Neighborhood Center, 4491 Kou St., Kapaa, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 1-2 p.m., free. A stretch & strengthen program led by an Arthritis Foundation cert. instructor. (You don’t have to have arthritis.) Range of motion, weights, resistance bands & a light endurance routine. (822-4054)
Ashtanga Yoga
Dolphin Touch, 4544 Kukui Road, Kapaa, call for time and cost. Morning and evening classes. Also personal fitness training at Dolphin Touch by appointment with Jane Riley.(822-4414, janerileyfitness.com)
Beginning Line Dance
Courtyard By Marriott, Coconut Beach, Kapaa, Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30 p.m., $35/month (4 classes) $10/class. Instructor Patricia has more than 30 years of experience as a performer and credentialed teacher in dance, physical education and gymnastics. (756-3195)
Beginning Tennis
Makai Golf Club, Princeville, adults: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10-11 a.m., $12. CG Bush, U.S. Professional Tennis Association certified instructor, leads the way. (651-4799)
Better Choices, Better Health
Kauai Care Center conference room, Waimea, Wednesdays, call or visit website for end date, 1-3:30 p.m., $12/seniors. Call to register. (kauaiadrc.org, 241-4470)
Body & Mind Clarity
Kalaheo Neighborhood Center, Wednesdays, 8-9:15 a.m., free. (passionateliving.faithweb.com)
Circuit Training
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Tuesdays, 10:45 a.m., call for cost. Exercise, workouts, fitness. (651-4011)
Core Training For Boomers
Kapaa Neighborhood Center, 4491 Kou St., Kapaa, Mondays, 9:15-10:15 a.m., donations suggested. In a safe environment stretch your body, strengthen your core and awaken the power that lies within. For Boomers ages 50-plus. (212-6228)
Dance Class
Kilauea Neighborhood Center, Mondays, 7-7:45 p.m. and 7:45-8:30 p.m., $7/each night, $5/45 minute class. Variety of dance. Refresher class. (kauaidancing@gmail.com)
Drumming Classes
The Children of the Land Center, Kauai Village Shopping Center, Kapaa, Mondays, Wedesndays and Sundays, 4:30-5:30 p.m., donations suggested. Children and adults. Call to register. (821-1234)
Eastside Pilates Classes
Wailua location, call for location/days/times/cost. Private classes in the classical equipment-based Pilates method are offered. (346-4251)
Energetic Prana Flow
A Joy of Movement Studio, Kapaa, Tuesday and Thursday 9:15-10:45 a.m., $10. Embody the Flow, Connect one breathe to each movement and feel your connection to nature. Enjoy uplifting and inspiring music, and allow your creative mind to be set into action with heart inspired poetry. A complete experience. (joywright33@gmail.com)
Feminine Qi Gong
Birthing A New Humanity Center, Kilauea, Wednesdays, 5-6:15 p.m., call for cost. Join in these Qi Gong classes for feminine bodies. Bring a mat and water. (651-8880)
Fire Knife Dancing
The Children of the Land Center, Kauai Village Shopping Center, Kapaa, Sundays, 5-6 p.m., suggested donation. All levels. Call to register. (821-1234)
Fit Class
Lihue Neighborhood Center, Lihue, Mondays, 5;15 p.m., $1. Workout with P90X, Insanity, TurboFire and more. (649-0223)
Fit Mom
Kauai Athletic Club, Saturdays, 11 a.m., $10. Post-natal exercise for moms and babies (6 months and younger). (212-4034, kauaiathleticclub.com)
Fitness Classes
Church of the Pacific, Mondays (core/stretch), Tuesdays (cardio dance), Thursdays (body sculpt), 10 a.m., $10. (651-3617)
Fitness Classes
Kauai Athletic Club, 4370 Kukui Grove St., Lihue, various dates and times. Featuring 40-plus classes per week including: Cardio Kickboxing, Cycling, Interval/Circuit, Body Sculpting, F.I.T., Seniors, Yoga and Stretch and more. Call for information on class times, day pass fees and ongoing membership rates. (245-5381, kac@kauaiathleticclub.com)
Fitness Classes
Private studio in Kalaheo, Papalina Road, Tuesdays and Thursdays, $12/class, $100/10 classes, call for location and class schedule. A variety of group fitness classes are available. (332-6320)
French Conversation Class
Kapaa, call for location, Tuesdays, 1-2 p.m., call for more information. Learn useful French phrases and expressions in a relaxed atmosphere. Individual tutoring available as well for adults and children to fit your schedule. (442-2577)
Gentle & Restorative Yoga
Golden Lotus Studio, 4-491 A Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9-10:30 a.m. gentle yoga, Saturdays from 8:30-9:30 a.m. restorative yoga, $12/class. Explore and enjoy a new relationship with your breath through gentle yoga movement, visualizations, meditation, and sound. (soundcurrentmovement.com, 283-2501)
Gentle Wise Yoga Practice
A Joy of Movement Studio, Kapaa, Tuesday to Friday, 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m., $10. A combination of Yin, Alignment and Hatha to start your day in a wise way. (joywright33@gmail.com)
Glass Beadmaking And Jewelry
Call for location, classes available daily from 9 a.m. to noon and evenings Monday through Saturday, call for cost and more information. Learn to form hot glass and sculpture on a torch, jewelry making, chains and components, hammering, wire wrapping, silver fabrication, soldering and metal clay. (651-1766)
Got Fear?
Golden Lotus, Kapaa, Tuesdays, noon to 1 p.m. or 5-6 p.m., $10. Afraid of water, airplanes, heights or tests? Become confident. (414-315-2021)
Gymnastics Classes
All Saints Gym, 4-1065 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa, Saturdays, 10:30 a.m., $40-$60. Call for class times. Karla’s Gymnastics is offering Parent Tot, KinderGym, Beginner, Intermediate, and Cheer Tumbling classes. (213-590-5984)
Gymnastics Classes
All Saints Gym, 4-1065 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa, Saturdays, noon, $40-$50/4 classes, first class is free. Karla’s Gymnastics is offering parent-tot, beginner, intermediate and advanced gymnastics for ages 1 1/2 and older Enrollment available onsite. (213-590-5984)
Hawaiian Language And Lei Making
The Children of the Land Center, Kauai Village Shopping Center, Kapaa, call for updated times, days and cost. Movies, music, ukulele, nose flute (Vivo), coconut weaving, hula, taihitian dance, taihitian drumming, fireknife dance, etc. (821-1234)
Heated Power Yoga & Oceanside Vinyasa Yoga
Heated Power Vinyasa Flow Yoga at the Golden Lotus Studio, Kapaa: Sun. 8:30-9:30 am, Tues. & Thurs. 5:30-6:45 pm & Fri. 7-8 am. Oceanside Vinyasa Flow Yoga at the Marriott Courtyard, Kapaa: Tues. Thurs. & Sat. 9-10:15 am ($12/Locals, $16/Visitors, Packages available). (635-5868, kauaipoweryoga.com)
Hip-Hop Classes
KUGA, Kalaheo, seven-week sessions, email for days/times/cost. KUGA offers seven-week sessions in hip-hop, break dancing and zumba. Ages 4-plus. (kuga808.com, kuga808@mac.com)
Hula & Tahitian Dance
All Saints Church Gym, call for various times, locations and cost information. Kumu hula Leilani Low teaches hula, Tahitian and Maori dance to all ages. (651-0682)
Hula And Tahitian Classes
Behind the Kapaa Neighborhood Center under the palm trees, Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m., Thursdays at 4 p.m., free. Call for more information. (755-5841)
Hula Class
Church of the Pacific, Princeville, Thursdays. 4:45-6:45 p.m., call for cost. Halau Hula Na Lei Kupua, under the direction of instructor Fern Merle-Jones and Kumu Hula Susan Pa‘iniu Floyd and under the guidance of Hula Loea Kawaikapuokalani (Frank) Hewett. (652-8086, 639-0964)
Hula Class
Koloa Neighborhood Center, 3461 Weliweli Road, Koloa, 3:30 p.m. keiki, 4:45 p.m. wahine, $30/month. Hula & Tahitian for beginning keiki age 4 & up; Teens and wahine class for beginning intermediate dancers. (651-0682)
Hula Classes
All Saints Church gym, 1065 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa, 6:15 p.m. keiki, 7:30 p.m. wahine, $30/month. Hula & Tahitian for beginning keiki age 4 & up; Teens and wahine class for intermediate and advanced dancers. (651-0682)
Hula Classes
The Children of the Land Center, Kauai Village Shopping Center, Kapaa, Tuesdays, children 3-4 p.m., adults 4-6 p.m., suggested donation. Call for more information and to register. (821-1234)
Hula/Kumu Hula Leihi’ilani Kirkpatrick
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Mondays, call for times and cost. Adult hula. Learn ancient and contemporary hula, chant, language, protocol, history, culture and lei making. (826-9718, princevillecommunity.com)
Hula/Kumu Hula Leihi’ilani Kirkpatrick
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Thursdays, call for cost and times. (826-9718, princevillecommunity.com)
Instrument Lessons
Kilauea Farms, call for address/days/times/cost. Kirk Smart offers guitar lessons for students of all ages and levels and beginning piano, bass and drum lessons. (652-7226)
Jai Jai Yoga
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m., Fridays at 5 p.m., $10/donation. Gentle postures and breathing restore mind, body and leave you smiling. All ages and levels. Bring mat. (346-7821)
Kauai Ballroom Dance Club Registration
Lihue Neighborhood Center, Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m., call for cost. Classes in beginning Cha Cha, Samba and Foxtrot. (332-5654)
Kauai Dance Theatre
Call for location, times and cost for this private studio. Take part in ballet, tap, jazz classes offered on various days of the week. Ends Dec. 16. (332-9737)
Kirtan Bliss
Call for directions, Thursdays, 6 p.m., free. A spiritual gathering chanting yoga-sound vibrations followed by dinner. (551-6610, meditationkauai@gmail.com)
Kundalini Yoga
Various locations, Princeville, Mondays 4 p.m., Wednesdays 7:30 a.m., Fridays 8:30 a.m., $10. Join Diane Cline, RYT for breathwork, movement and meditation as tools for a happy and healthy life. (480-244-7676)
Kundalini Yoga with Satya Kaur
Hanalei Community Center, Kuhio Hwy., Wednesdays, 10 a.m., plus private classes. Unify body, mind and spirit for flexibility, strength and focus. (826-0050)
Kupuna Wellness Fitness Program
Hanapepe Neighborhood Center, 8-9:30 a.m., Mondays, free for seniors 55 and older. Chair and/or standing cardiovascular strength training. (652-8985, kupunawellness@aol.com)
Kupuna Wellness Fitness Program
Kalaheo Neighborhood Center, Fridays, 8-9:30 a.m., free for seniors 55 and older. Chair and/or standing cardiovascular strength training. (652-8985, kupunawellness@aol.com)
Kupuna Wellness Fitness Program
Kalaheo Neighborhood Center, Wednesdays, 8-9:15 a.m., free for senionrs 55 and older. Mix of Yoga, Tai Chi, and Gi Gong moves. (652-8985, kupunawellness@aol.com)
Kupuna Wellness Fitness Program
Koloa Neighborhood Center, Mondays, 10:30-11:30 a.m., free for seniors 55 and older. ChairAerobic, strength and stretch. (652-8985, kupunawellness@aol.com)
Le Guru is You! Vinyasa Yoga
Kalaheo Yoga Studio, Mondays and Thursdays, 8 a.m.; Waimea Plantation Cottages, Tuesdays, 5 p.m.; Saturdays, 8:30 a.m., $12 kamaaina rate, mats available; call for rates. Yogi Paul Reynolds guides all levels of Hatha Yoga in the Vinyasa tradition. Look for the blue sign. (650-773-3422, paul@unlimited-ideas.com)
Low-Cost Kupunas Clinic
Sacred Waters Healing Arts, 365 Papaloa Road, Kapaa, Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., $25 for 30 min. Learn the Rosen Method Bodywork to restore motion, feeling and muscle patterns. (651-0558)
Lulu’s Power Yoga
Yoga House, Kapaa, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 a.m., call for cost. Begin your day with a different experience. Now at Princeville Yoga on Wednesdays at 5:15 p.m. and Sundays at 9 a.m. (652-6582)
Mantra Meditation Gathering
Call for location, Sundays, 6-9 p.m. An uplifting evening of heartfelt Chanting, Music & Dance interwoven with guided meditation & followed by a free vegetarian dinner. (551-6610, kauaimeditation.com)
Meditation And Dharma Study
Tara Sangha – Buddhist Center, 6458-B Kahuna Road, Kapaa, Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m., call for cost. Join Dharma study group for meditation, book study and Buddhist teachings. (823-0949, info@tarasangha.org)
Mojo Yoga
Mojo Studio, Lawai, daily, call for class times, $25/class. Specifically for athletes who want to train harder, recover faster and lessen injuries. Classes include Yoga for Bodybuilders, Swimmer’s Yoga, Breath Control for Freedivers, Paddler’s Yoga, Runner’s Yoga, SUP Core Balance and more. (634-2152)
Mothersong
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Wednesdays, noon, $10. A multicultural singalong for families with young children / babies / expecting parents. (482-0294)
Motivation! Strength Training
Call for location, time and price information, women 40 and over. Improve your health and wellness with a variety of fun and effective strength movements. Geared to your fitness level. Save time with 30-minute sessions. (346-0025)
No Sweat Chair Yoga
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Wednesdays and Fridays, 10:30 a.m., donation basis. Easy yoga for all bodies in and around a chair. (206-910-6146)
Oceanside Yoga
Marriott Courtyard, Kapaa, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays 9-10:15 a.m., $12/locals, $16/visitors. (635-5868 kauaipoweryoga.com).
Photography Classes
Various Poipu locations, call for details. 30-year professional photographer offers private one-semester photography classes. Open to all skill levels. Custom-tailored classes to fit your needs. (927-8503)
Piano/Voice/Organ Lessons
Studio in Lihue, call for address, days, time and cost. For students of all ages and levels. (245-2903)
Pilates
Dolphin Touch Wellness Center, 4544 Kukui St., Kapaa, Tuesdays, 8:30 a.m.; Princeville location, Wednesdays, 10 a.m., call for cost. Terri Hunter offers Pilates mat classes to tone and strengthen your mid-section. (639-1313)
Pilates at Poipu Kai
Poipu Kai Resort, Poipu, Mondays and Wednesdays, 8 a.m., $15/class, $10/kamaaina. Join in on a gentle morning matwork Pilates class with an ocean view! Bring water and a beach towel. (635-0165)
Pilates Basic Core Fitness
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Mondays and Fridays, 9 a.m., $10. Gentle, effective low-intensity cardio with pilates based strength exercises and yoga stretches. (652-0363)
Pilates Basic Core Fitness
Princeville Community Center, Princeville, Mondays and Fridays, 9 a.m., $10. Gentle, effective low-intensity cardio with Pilates based strength exercises and yoga stretches. (652-0363)
Pilates Mat Classes
Hanalei Community Center, Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m.; Parish Hall, Kilauea, Fridays, 10 a.m., call for cost. Participate in these pilates mat classes. Bring your own mat. (482-0186, tamarajocortez@hotmail.com)
Pilates on North Shore
Hanalei Community Center, Mondays and Thursdays, 9:15 a.m.; Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m. and 4:45 p.m.; The Parish House, Kilauea, Fridays, 10 a.m.; $10. Join in these pilates mat classes. Bring a yoga mat. (482-0186)
Prenatal Yoga
South and West side locations, call for location/days/times/cost. Participate in a prenatal yoga class for your health. No experience necessary. Call to register. (634-2836, kellybuskirk@yahoo.com)
Prenatal Yoga
Wailua Homesteads, 491 Kamalu Road, Kapaa, Tuesdays, 10-11:30 a.m., $10/session. Yoga for all stages of pregnancy. (823-6826)
Psychic Faire
Hanalei Community Center Meeting Room, Hanalei, Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m, call for cost. Get tarot, astrology, psychic readings and healing mandalas. (652-9897)
Qi Gong Classes
Kahuna Valley Retreat, Kapahi, Saturdays, 9:30-11 a.m., call for cost. Francesco Garripoli teaches qi gong classes for beginners and advanced practitioners alike. Donations support the Mentor Ohana teen program. (822-4268, kahunavalley.org)
Qi Gong Golden 8
Sun Village, Ville Hall D Rec Room, Wednesdays, 10-11 a.m., free. Promotes balancing the body for greater health, increasing vitality, and radiating more energy. (635-0306, qikauai@gmail.com)
Reiki with Renee
Hawaii Holistic Health Center, 4585 Lehua St. #11 (above Hoku Foods), Kapaa, second and fourth Sundays, 1:30-3 p.m., $11. Call or email Renee to sign up. (821-2243, info@psychic-services.com)
Restorative Yin Yoga
The Yoga House, 4-885 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa, Saturdays, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., $12. Yoga in the Yin (or quiet) style promotes whole-health and well-being and is a vital counterpart to our stressful, time-pressured everyday habit of body and mind. (KauaiYogaOnTheBeach.com)
Restorative Yoga Classes
Call for directions, Kilauea, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:15-9:15 a.m., donation or trade. (280-9634)
Senior Fitness Classes
Kauai Athletic Club, 4370 Kukui Grove St., Lihue, Mondays-Fridays, 10:30 a.m., $38 per month, ages 60-plus (includes full use of all club facilities including non-senior classes). ID required. Call for details on classes and facilities. (245-5381, kac@kauaiathleticclub.com)
Silver Sneakers
Kauai Athletic Club, 4370 Kukui Grove St., Lihue, Wednesdays and Fridays, 10:30 a.m., call for cost. For all fitness levels, exercise standing or sitting in a chair. Silver Sneakers Membership is free to qualifying seniors 65-and-over and includes full use of club facilities. Call for qualification requirements. (245-5381, kac@kauaiathleticclub.com)
Sound Healing With Gong
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Mondays, 7 p.m., $15. Experience deep relaxation and healing while you lie on your back to receive sound healing. (480-244-7676)
Spanish Classes
Tuesdays at Kapaa Elementary School for ages 3-6, Wednesdays at Wilcox Elementary School for ages 7-13, call for times and cost. High School and Adult classes and tutoring are arranged based on the individual’s schedule. (482-1863)
Stretch & Tone
Various locations, Kalaheo, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Mondays, $7/class. Stretch, strengthen and tone your muscles. (332-9737, kauaidancetheatre.com)
Swim With Speed And Ease In Rough Waters
Poipu Beach, scheduled to swimmers convenience, $25. Learn how to swim faster, longer and with greater ease with instruction from an Olympic sports specialist. (634-2152)
Tabada Tuesdays
KPAL Gym at Mahelona Campus in Kapaa, Tuesdays, 8-9 a.m., $12/session. Ages 8 and up. Tabada workouts consist of 8 sets of 20 seconds of work followed by 10 seconds of rest for 8 rounds. Tools used include kettlebells, heavy ropes, medicine balls, and body weight leverage exercises. (651-6349)
Tahitian Dance Lessons
Call for location, Tuesday/Thursday, call for times, free. Call for more information. (755-5841)
Tahitian Drumming Music
Lydgate Pavillion, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5-7 p.m., free. Call to register. Drumming taught by Tepairu Manea. (822-9447)
Tai Chi
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:15 a.m., $5. Practice the ancient art of Tai Chi as a healing exercise using graceful fluid movement. (652-7290, princevillecommunity.com)
Tai Chi Chuan
Lihue location, call for location/days/times, free. Tiru Sadasivam teaches a free introductory class in Tai Chi Chuan (the Art of Peaceful Energy). (245-8694, TiruTaiChi@AOL.com)
Tai Chi/ Chi Gong/ Push Hands
Kalaheo Yoga Studio, 4427 Papalina Road, Kalaheo, Saturdays, 10:40 a.m., call for cost. Enhance your flexibility, coordination, energetic healing and harmony. I Chuan/ Tai Ki Ken are also available for experienced partitioners on Wednesdays at 7 a.m. in Kukuiolono Park. (635-9868)
TaijiwuxigongÂ
Hanalei Community Center, Hanalei, Thursdays, 5-6:15 p.m., call for cost. Join this qi gong class for men and women. (651-8880)
Tango Tuesday
Small Town Coffee Shop, Kapaa, Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m., call for price. Join in on the weekly fun with tango dancing. (384-6114)
The Yoga House
The Yoga House, 4-885 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa, various days/times, $20 introductory rate for 10 days. Bikram yoga classes are offered daily, a teen class is offered on Friday and belly dancing is taught on Wednesdays at Yoga House, just north of Safeway in Choy Village. (823-YOGA, bikramyogakapaa.com)
Traditional Karate
Call for meeting location, Kapaa area, call for times/cost. Learn traditional karate. (212-6228)
Transformational Pilates
Princeville, call for address, days, times and cost. Sue Krisa offers total “reformer” workouts in a private studio. Individuals and couples welcomed. (354-1789)
Ukulele Class
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Saturdays, 9 a.m., call for cost. Intermediate ukulele lessons from Gloria Marston. (635-5757)
Ukulele classes
The Children of the Land Center, Kapaa, Thursdays, 2-2:30 p.m., call for cost. (821-1234)
Various Classes
Kauai Community College, 3-1901 Kaumualii Hwy., Lihue, call for dates/times/cost. Offering a variety of classes including, Securing Your Home Computer, Communicating With Skype, and Basic Parliamentary Procedures. (245-8351)
Weight Watchers
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Fridays, 12:30 p.m., $49/month. Join the weekly meeting of the Princevile Weight Watchers. (639-3787)
West African Dance Class
Kapaa at the Red Barn, All Saints Gym, Thursdays from 7:15-8:45 p.m., call for cost. Ousmane Sall, master dancer/drummer/teacher from Senegal, West Africa is teaching West African Dance and Drum Classes. (639-0940)
West African Dance Class
North Shore at the Church of the Pacific, Mondays, 6-7:30 p.m., call for cost. Live drumming with master teacher from Senegal, West Africa, Ousmane Sall. (639-0940)
West AfricanDance Class
Call for location, Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m., call for cost. Ousmane Sall, master dancer/drummer/teacher from Senegal, West Africa is teaching West African Dance and Drum Classes. (639-0940)
Yoga
Kauai Athletic Club, 4370 Kukui Grove St., Lihue, Mondays, Wednesdays: 6:30-8 pm, Saturdays: 10:45 a.m to 12:15 p.m. Call for information on-day pass fees and ongoing membership rates. (245-5381, kac@kauaiathleticclub.com)
Yoga – Power
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m., $10. Power yoga with music. Optional weight use. Playful and challenging. (652-6582)
Yoga & Fitness Fusion Class
Kilauea Farms, Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:30-11 a.m., visit website for cost. (KauaiYogaAndFitness.com)
Yoga and Meditation
Kauai Dharma Center, 5184 Kome St., Kapaa, Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m., call for cost. Tiebtan Buddhist Tantric Yoga and meditation. (652-0551)
Yoga By Donation
Yoga Hanalei, Above Bar Acuda, Hanalei, Sundays, 4-5:15 p.m., Wednesdays, 5:30-7 p.m., donations accepted. Come stretch your body and mind. Relieve the stresses of the holidays and treat yourself to something enjoyable. (826-9642)
Yoga Classes
Kalaheo Yoga, 4427 Papalina Road, Kalaheo, see our schedule online, $16/class, $100/10 classes. Learn and improve different techniques and styles of yoga from highly qualified instructors. (kalaheoyoga.com, 651-1568)
Yoga Classes
Kauai Athletic Club, 4370 Kukui Grove St., Lihue, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7-8:30 a.m., $10/day. Call for information on-day pass fees and ongoing membership rates. (245-5381, kac@kauaiathleticclub.com)
Yoga Gentle Hatha
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 7 a.m., $5. Gentle Hatha yoga for all ages. Please arrive early to find your spot. (826-6922, princevillecommunity.com)
Yoga Wall
A Joy of Movement Studio, Kapaa, Tuesday and Thursday 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wednesday and Friday 5:15-6:15 p.m., $10/class. Come explore the great rope wall and enjoy the many benefits. (joywright33@gmail.com)
Yoga with Satya Kaur
Hanalei Community Center, Hanalei, Wednesdays 10 a.m., call for cost. Gain flexibility, strength and focus in morning yoga with Satya. (826-0050)
Yoga, Pilates, Yogalattes
Kauai Athletic Club, 12:30 p.m. Saturdays yogalattes, 2-3 p.m. Saturdays warrior yoga, 7-8:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays yoga stretch. Yogalattes, combo of yoga and pilates; warrior yoga; for those who need flexibility and balance in their lives; yoga stretch, a full-body workout and stretch. (212-14510
Yoga/Meditation Class
Kauai Dharma Center, 5184 Kome St., Kapaa, Mondays and Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m., call for cost. Tiebtan Buddhist Tantric Yoga and meditation. (652-0551)
YogAlign Classes
Mana Yoga Studio, 3812 Ahonui Place, Princeville, Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30-10:30 a.m., Thursdays 4:30-6 p.m., visit website for cost. All level restorative posture therapy based yoga classes. (YogAlign.com, 826-9230)
YogAlign in Waipouli
Waipouli Plaza, Powerhouse Jiu-Jitsu Studio, second floor, Waipouli Road, Kapaa, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8-9:30 a.m., $10/session; $40/5 classes. Take classes in the Yogalign method of yoga. (639-6177)
Zumba
Kauai Athletic Club, 4370 Kukui Grove St., Lihue, Mondays: 5:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays: noon, call for cost. Latin dance based workout – more “fun” than “exercise.” Call for information on day pass fees and ongoing membership rates. (245-5381, kac@kauaiathleticclub.com)
Zumba Fitness
Church of the Pacific in Princeville, Thursdays, 5:30 p.m., all classes $7 drop in fee or $5 with 10 visit card purchase. (635-3519)
Zumba Fitness
Kauai Veterans Center, 3125 Kapule Hwy., Lihue, 5:15-6:15 p.m., $5, $3/veterans, $2/kids 13-17 years old. (639-3937)
Zumba Fitness Class
Kilauea Parish Hall, 2518 Kolo Road, Kilauea, Wednesdays at 10 a.m., Fridays at 6 p.m., $10. t’s an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness-party that’s moving millions of people toward happiness and health. (346-3899)
Zumba Fitness Dance Party
St. Williams Church, Hanalei, Mondays, 5:30 p.m., all classes $7 drop in fee or $5 with 10 visit card purchase. (635-3519)
Zumba Fitness Toning
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Tuesdays, 9 a.m., $7/drop-in, $5/10-class card. Zumba fitness party. Fast and slow rhythms tons and sculpt the body while having fun. (635-3519, princevillecommunity.com)
Zumba Gold
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., $7/drop in, $5/with 10-class card. Zumba Dance Fitness for beginners and active older participants with zesty Latin rhythms. (635-3519)
Zumba, Kripalu Yoga
North Shore location, call for address, Tuesdays, 7:30-8:45 a.m. Kripalu Yoga; 8:45-9:45 a.m. zumba; call for cost. Participate in one or both of these classes in Kripalu Yoga and zumba. (828-6863, wendyval@aol.com)
ZumbaTomics
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Tuesdays, 3 p.m., call for cost, ages 7-14. Kid-friendly Zumba with rockin’, high-energy fitness routines and music kids love. (635-3519)
AARP Potluck, Chapter Meeting
Piikoi Building, 4444 Rice St., Lihue, second Wednesdays, noon to 2 p.m., free. Attend this monthly AARP potluck and Chapter meeting. (246-4500)
ACBL Bridge Club
Princeville at Hanalei Communtiy Association, Thursdays at 8:30 a.m., Saturdays at 12:30 p.m., call for cost. Join a fully sanctioned ACBL Duplicate Bridge Club. (822-2023, princevillecommunity.com)
Access Bars Exchange
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Thursdays, 6:30 p.m., $5. Access bars practitioners gifting and receiving night. (896-3323)
Boot Camp
Koloa Neighborhood Center, Thursdays, 4-5 p.m., free by donation. Bring a friend, bottle of water, & mat. Prepare to sweat. (puuwaifitnesskauai.com, 212-4034)
Community Acupuncture
Yoga House, 4-885 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa, Tuesdays, 2-3:30 p.m., $15-$40. Enjoy comfortable, safe, and quiet community acupuncture. (652-0381, blujadeacupuncture.com)
Community HU
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, first Sunday of the month, 1 p.m., free. Join people of all faiths singing HU, a love song to God to bring inner peace. (612-419-7927)
Community Walking Group
Kauai Lagoons, Lihue, Thursdays, 5-6 p.m., free. Meet just past the Marriott Hotel entrance by the first lagoon bridge. Bring good shoes, drinking water and rain coat. (KauaiWalks.webs.com, 822-4599)
Eckankar Worship Service
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, one Sunday a month, 9:30 a.m., free. An uplifting combination of a reading, HU Song, contemplation and group discussion. Followed with light refreshments. (612-419-7927)
Hula Registration
Old Koloa Courthouse, Mondays 5-6 p.m., call for cost and age times. In perpetuation of Hawai`i traditions and culture through hula kahiko, hula `auana, oli and ka wa kahiko. (645-1403, haweo_06@yahoo.com)
Intercessory Prayer
Kapaa United Church of Christ, 1315 Ulu St., Kapaa, Wednesdays, 10:15 a.m. in the sanctuary, free. (822-9241)
Island Grown Artisan Fair
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, fourth Sundays, 1 p.m., free. Fine arts, jewelry, wood products, etc. will be shown and available to buy. (652-8586)
Just Dance
A Joy of Movement Studio, Dragon Building, Kapaa, Wednesdays, 6:15 p.m., call for cost. Free style dancing with no rules. (635-0212)
Ka Hola Kamalei: The Young Children’s Hour
Princeville Public Library, 4343 Emmalani Drive, Princeville, Tuesdays, 10:30-11:15 a.m., free. Friends of the North Shore Library offers story reading with a related craft, as well as songs and fingerplays. For children 1-5 years old. (826-4310)
Kaua‘i Culinary Market
Kukuiula Village, Wednesdays, 4-6 p.m., free admission. Explore this gourmet farmers market and meet local farmers browsing and purchasing their items. (742-9545)
Kauai Community Market
Kauai Community College front parking lot, across from Grove Farm, Lihue, Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., call for cost. The market offers fresh ingredients, holiday foods and gifts, taro products, tropical plants and flowers, coffee, goat cheese, health and beauty items, breakfast and lunch choices, educational demos and more. (337-9944)
Kauai Paddling Schedule
Various Locations, Jan. to Dec. 2011, Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, call for dates/cost. Visit the Garden Island Canoe Racing Association for meet schedule and information. (gicra.com)
Keiki Clinic
Dr. Swiryn’s Chiropractic Clinic, 4-976 Hwy., Kapaa, 9-11 a.m., free. Call for appointment. Includes spinal exam and adjustments, as needed. (822-0711)
Kings Chapel Worship
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Saturdays, 5 p.m., free. Contemporary worship for the entire family with separate children’s Bible study. (639-1568)
Kiwanis Club Meeting
Hanamaulu Cafe, second and fourth Tuesdays, 5 p.m., call for cost. All are welcome. (822-1885)
Koloa Outrigger Canoe Club
Call for meeting location, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30-5:45 p.m., call for cost. Summer paddling program for youth ages 10-18 years old. (651-6966)
Learn About Community Resources
State Building in Lihue, second Tuesdays, 2 p.m., free. It is an opportunity for people with vision impairments to get together and learn more about community resources. (274-3333)
Long-Distance NaOpio Outrigger Canoe Paddling Program
Wailua River, Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:15 p.m., free. Pu’uwai Canoe Club has added a Long-Distance NaOpio Outrigger Canoe Paddling Program to its traditional Spring and Summer Program focused on the Regatta, or Sprint Season. (635-6311)
Love And Respect
Calvary Chapel Kauai, Kapaa, Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m., $10. Improve communication between men and women, especially married couples. Register by phone or email. (332-7406, loveandrespectkauai@yahoo.com)
Mankind Project
Call for locations, Tuesdays and Thursdays, call for times, free. For men who desire a safer world and better relationships with partners. Sessions offer “New Warrior Training Adventure.” (639-9375, 652-3981, mankindproject.org)
Mokihana Club Meetings
Lihue United Church, first Wednesdays, 10 a.m., free. The Mokihana Club is a community-minded service club that offers nursing and music scholarships to local students. (212-1451)
Monday Market
Kmart parking lot of Kukui Grove Center garden side, Mondays, 3 p.m., free. Fruits, vegetables, flowers and Kauai made treats by local vendors and businesses. Enjoy a relaxing Monday afternoon with yummy shave ice, fresh bread, local grown produce & more! Plus, the SNAP/EBT program is now accepted at the Monday Market. (kukuigrovecenter.com)
Namahana Farmers Markets
Anaina Hou Community Park, next to Kauai Mini Golf, Kilauea, Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Mondays 4-6 p.m., free admission. All locally grown. Many Kilauea farmers. Eat the freshest, healthiest food on Kauai and support a sustainable local food economy. (anainahou.org, 828-2118)
Namolokama Paddling Practice
Hanalei Bay, Hanalei, Mon-Thurs., 5 p.m., call for cost. The canoe paddling season gets underway with women’s practice on Mondays and Wednesdays, and men’s workouts on Tuesdays and Thursdays. (652-1079, namolokama.com)
North Shore Dance Party
Visit website for location, second Fridays, 7-8 p.m. tango, 8-10 p.m. variety of swing, ballroom, Latin, $5. All levels welcome. (kauaidancingblog.com)
North Shore Psychic Faire
Hanalei Community Center Meeting Room, Hanalei, Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., call for cost. Metaphysical artists provide their expertise to the community in a fun and healing atmosphere. (652-9897)
Oneness Blessing
Princeville at Hanalei Community Association, Wednesdays, 6:45 p.m., free. Energy transfer that facilitates moving into higher states of awareness and bringing you into the moment. (650-922-3820)
Outrigger Canoe Paddling
Koloa Outrigger Canoe Club, Poipu, Tuesdays and Thursdays, keiki program from 4:30-5:30 p.m., adult program from 5:30-6:30 p.m., call for cost. A great exercise program. Experience not necessary. (651-6966)
Overeaters Anonymous Meeting
4-1038 Kuhio Highway, Kapaa, across from All Saints Gym, Fridays, 6 p.m., call for cost. Newcomers welcome. (634-8039)
Personal Financial Updates
Personal Financial Consultants, Inc. 4-1378 Kuhio Hwy. #202, Kapaa, call for times/cost. Please contact our offices if there are any changes in your financial situation, investment objectives or contact information. (888-557-3272, PersonalFinancial.com)
PFLAG Kauai Meeting
St. Michael’s Church’s Zone Room, Lihue, first Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m., free. Parents, Family and Friends of Lesbians and Gays meeting. (pflagkauai@gmail.com)
Roller Derby Clinic
Kapaa Skate Park, Sundays, 4 p.m., women 18 and over, free. New skater clinics for those interested in playing Roller Derby with the Garden Island Renegade Rollerz. (634-4122, jv46n2@yahoo.com)
Shake Your Soul
Metamorphose Yoga Studio, every other Friday, 7-9 p.m., $10-$15. A moving meditation to rhythms and music. We are community who like to dance, moving to our own rhythms and dancing our dance. (482-1545)
Single Again Fellowship
King’s Chapel Eleele, next to Ace Hardware, Mondays 7 p.m., free. A change to met 30+ singles in a safe environment. (635-5766)
Support Group
Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital, Conference Room C, 3:30-4:30 p.m., fourth Thursdays, free. Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other disorder does not have to be a lonely experience, although it is common to feel alone–to think that no one can understand what is happening. Call to register. (245-3200)
Swap Meet Sundays
Kauai Veterans Center, Lihue, 9 a.m. 2 p.m., $10 vendors fee. Bring your stuff! kitchen sink, vintage clothing and tools, crafts for Christmas and what about that vehicle you’re trying to get rid of. (639-7472)
Tango Tuesdays
Small Town Coffee, Kauai Products Fair, Kapaa, Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m., call for cost. Enjoy some delicious vegan coffee cake, drinks, music, dancing and friends. (tangokauai.com, 635-8049)
Think B.I.G. (Brain Injury Group)
Kapaa Neighborhood Center, second Wednesdays, 4:30-6 p.m., call for cost. Think BIG provides peer support for persons with acquired brain injury and spinal cord injury. Its primary function is information-sharing and community outreach to the survivors, their families and interested professionals. (639-9927, kauaibraininjurysupport.com)
Think B.I.G. (Brain Injury Group)
Kapaa Public Library, fourth Thursdays, 5-8 p.m., call for cost. Think BIG provides peer support for persons with acquired brain injury and spinal cord injury. Its primary function is information-sharing and community outreach to the survivors, their families and interested professionals. (639-9927, kauaibraininjurysupport.com)
Ultimate Frisbee
Hanalei Soccer Fields (Sundays, 4:30 p.m.), Lydgate Sports Fields (Wednesdays, 5 p.m.) and Koloa Ballpark (Wednesdays, 7 p.m.), free. All ages and experience levels welcome. (345-9069, KauaiUltimate.com)
Waimea Baptist Church Services
Waimea Baptist Church, Sundays 10:30 a.m., Saturdays 6:30 p.m., Bible study Sundays 9 a.m., free. Pastor James Merritt and Praise Team. (338-1227)
Art Class
The Children of the Land Center, Kauai Village Shopping Center, Kapaa, first Saturdays, 3-5 p.m., free. Create books by hand, learn story telling, writing, doodling, sketching painting and design. Taught by Leah Orr. (821-1234)
Keiki Morning Adventures
Mondays Holy Cross Church in Kalaheo, Wednesdays St. Michael’s Episcopal Church in Lihue, Fridays Koloa Union Church, 9-11 a.m., free. For newborns to 5 year olds. (645-1486, 645-1488)
Toddler Thursdays
Kukui Grove center stage, first and third Thursdays, 11 a.m. to noon keiki crafts, 11:30 a.m. to noon showtime characters show, free. Enjoy a fun and musical show with the Showtime Characters and keiki craft corner. (kukuigrovecenter.com)
Ultimate Frisbee
Koloa Ballpark, Koloa, Wednesdays, 7 p.m., free. All are welcome to join in on ultimate frisbee. (323-638-4246)
88 Shrines
Lawai International Center, 3381 Wawae Road, ocean side, Kalaheo, second and last Sundays, 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m., donations accepted. Come and experience a tranquil walk on the path of the 88 Shrines and enjoy a brief video and talk-story session about the archaeological and hidden cultural treasure in Lawai Valley. (639-4300, lawaicenter.org)
Allerton Garden Tours
Allerton Garden, 4425 Lawai Road, Poipu, Sundays, free. The National Tropical Botanical Garden offers guided tours of Allerton Garden at no cost for Hawaii residents with I.D. Call to register. (742-2623)
Daily Public Tours
Kauai Museum, Lihue, 10:30 a.m. to noon, free with museum admission. Tours led by knowledgable and entertaining docents. (245-6931)
Waimea Plantation Lifestyle Tour
Waimea Plantation, Waimea, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, call for times and price. Volunteer guides lead walking tours through the Waimea Plantation cottages and the Waimea Sugar Company “camp” houses, which date from the turn of the 20th century. Tours take approximately 90 minutes and are limited to 12 people. (337-1005)
Aloha Friday Entertainment
Kukui Grove Center, Fridays, 7-8 p.m., free. (kukuigrovecenter.com)
Famous Open Mic
Small Town Coffee, 4-1613 Kuhio Hwy., first Friday, 7-10 p.m., free. (821-1604)
Hootenanny Performs
Small Town Coffee, 4-1613 Kuhio Hwy., last Friday, 7-9 p.m., free. Bring an instrument and play along. (821-1604)
Karaoke
Jailhouse Pub & Grill at the Wailua Golf Course, 3-5350 Kuhio Hwy., Wailua, 8 p.m.-midnight, Fridays and Saturdays, free. Fun with thousands of songs to choose from. Late-night pupu menu and drink specials nightly. (246-1110)
Larry Rivera’s Love And Aloha Show
Cafe Portofino, 3481 Hoolaulea Way, Lihue, Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m., call for cost. Larry and Lurline perform. (245-2121)
Live Hawaiian Music
Jailhouse Pub & Grill at the Wailua Golf Course, 3-5350 Kuhio Hwy., Wailua, 6-8 p.m., Thursdays and Sundays, free. Enjoy beautiful Hawaiian music by some of Kauai’s most talented entertainers. (246-1110)
Live Music
Blue Planet Cafe, 3900 Hanapepe Road, Hanapepe, Fridays, 7-9:30 p.m., free. Live bands entertain. (335-5100)
Sacred Classics Choir
St. John’s Episcopal Church, 322 Mehana Road, Eleele, Sundays 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., free. Join the St. John’s Episcopal Church Choir to perform sacred classics by Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Rutter and other great composers. (346-2936)
Treysara
The St. Regis Hotel, 5520 Ka Haku Road, Princeville, Sundays, 5:30-8:30 p.m., free. Enjoy luxurious surroundings, beautiful sunsets and wonderful music. (826-9644)
Salsa Saturdays
Aloha Beach Resort, 3-5920 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa, first Saturdays, call for time/cost. Dance and move to the Merenge, Salsa, Samba, Bachata and more. (823-1643)
Kapaa Slack Key Saturdays Concert
The Children of the Land, Kauai Village, Safeway, Saturdays, 5-7 p.m., $20/adults, $15/keiki and seniors, call for reservations. Award-winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and ukulele concert featuring songs and stories telling its history. (826-1469)
Poipu Oceanfront Luau
Sheraton Kauai Resort, Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m., $95/adults, $45/children. Call for reservations. Connect with Kaua‘i’s rich history and culture, traditional culinary treats and refreshing libations with the blue Pacific Ocean and bright-orange sunset as its stunning backdrop/ (634-1499)
Sphinx: Painting As Mystic Voyage; Earth As Companion
Kauai Musuem, 4428 Rice St., Lihue, musuem hours apply, free exhibit admission. Artist Leonora Orr is featuring a collection of her selected paintings. (246-2470, kauaimuseum.com)
Art Night Kapaa
Kapaa main drag, Saturdays, dusk onward, free. Old Kapaa Town Art Night offers live music, artists, local businesses, tasty bites, dancing and entertainment. (635-4964)
Arts Event
Hanalei Town Center, Hanalei, 4-10 p.m., second Saturdays, free. Local artists present music performances and movies. (635-2074)
Hula Demonstration
Kukuiula Village, Palm Court, Poipu, Saturdays, 1-2 p.m., free. Experience authentic hula by the members of Halau Ka Waikahe Lani Malie. (742-9545)
Jam Room
The Jam Room, Kukui Grove Center, 3-2600 Kaumualii Hwy., Lihue, Fridays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., free. This open mic/open stage for Kauai youth ages 11-18 welcomes musicians, singers, breakers, hula dancers, rappers, slam poets and other artists to a safe, friendly and well-supervised venue hosted by Daphne Sanchez. (hope.faith.daphne@gmail.com)
Clean The Path
West pavilion makai of the Kapaa Neighborhood Center, second Saturdays, 8:30-11 a.m. cleanup; 11 a.m. potluck lunch; free. Friends of the Path clean Ke Ala Hele Makalae, the path that goes by the coast. (639-4561)
Kauai Habitat For Humanity
Habitat For Humanity, 3410 Kaumualii Hwy., Hanapepe, first Saturdays, 9-10 a.m., free. Learn how you can help build affordable housing on Kauai. (335-0296 ext. 152)
Kauai Habitat For Humanity
St. John’s Episcopal Church, Eleele, third Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m., free. Learn how you can help build affordable housing on Kauai. (335-0296 ext. 152)
Ohana Soup Kitchen
Kalaheo Missionary Church, 4480 Hokua Road, Kalaheo, Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m., free. Delicious meals served. (332-9916, kalaheomissionary.com)
