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Keiki Bicycle Safety Rodeo at Kapolei Library on May 18

Keiki Bicycle Safety Rodeo at Kapolei Library on May 18

A “Keiki Bicycle Safety Rodeo” will be presented at Kapolei Public Library on Saturday, May 18 at 10:30 a.m. 

Keiki ages 3 and older, accompanied by a parent or caregiver, are invited to attend the free one-hour event conducted by the Queen's Medical Center, ThinkFirst, Hawaii Bicycling League, and the Honolulu Police Department in the Library’s parking lot.

Keiki can learn about bicycle safety, proper helmet fit, and participate in the bicycle rodeo.  Keiki must bring their own bicycles and wear helmets in order to participate in the bicycle rodeo.  Parents and caregivers will receive important information to help keep their keiki safe as they progress to bigger bicycles. 

A limited supply of free bicycle helmets will be offered; pre-registration is requested to reserve one for your keiki and must be done in person at the Children’s Reference Desk.

HSPLS Continues Internet PC Reservations Upgrade: 6 Oahu Libraries Start May 13

HSPLS Continues Internet PC Reservations Upgrade: 6 Oahu Libraries Start May 13

The Hawaii State Public Library System (HSPLS) will perform an upgrade to its Smart Access Management (SAM) Internet reservation system in six Oahu public libraries beginning Monday, May 13 through Friday, May 17.  The computers at the following Oahu libraries: Wahiawa, Waikiki-Kapahulu, Salt Lake-Moanalua, Manoa, Waipahu, and Kaimuki will be unavailable for reservations from this week through the completion of the upgrade in each library.  Walk-up sessions may or may not be available, depending on the progress of the upgrade. 

SAM is a computer-based system that allows users to reserve and register for Internet sessions in HSPLS’s 50 public libraries; it helps HSPLS maximize the use of public Internet computers and ensures equal access for our patrons. 

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Mayor Caldwell announces town hall meeting schedule

Mayor Caldwell announces town hall meeting schedule

Information courtesy of Mayor Caldwell's office:

MAYOR CALDWELL ANNOUNCES TOWN HALL MEETING SCHEDULE

 

Honolulu – Today, Mayor Caldwell announced a series of six town hall meetings that will be held across Oahu during the month of May. The meetings will include updates on the Mayor’s priorities and how they are addressed in the budget, and touch on issues specific to each community.  The Mayor will be joined by cabinet members to provide information and field questions relating to his top priorities of fixing our roads, restoring TheBus service, investing in our sewer infrastructure, beautifying our parks, building rail better, and addressing homelessness.

 

All meetings will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and the schedule is as follows:

 

Queen’s honors outstanding physicians of 2013

Queen’s honors outstanding physicians of 2013

 

HONOLULU – The Queen’s Medical Center (QMC) has honored Kentaro Nishino, M.D. and Kathleen L. Mah, M.D. as the 2013 Ke Kauka Po‘okela Outstanding Physicians of the Year.

This annual award recognizes physicians of the QMC medical staff who exemplify high-quality care, professional conduct and outstanding contributions to the medical field.

“We are honored to have ambassadors like Dr. Nishino and Dr. Mah who demonstrate the Queen’s mission of providing excellent patient care to the people of Hawaii every day,” said Art Ushijima, President of The Queen’s Medical Center. “On behalf of our Queen’s ‘ohana, we thank Dr. Nishino and Dr. Mah for their stellar service and continued commitment to our communities.”

Kaiser Permanente Hawaii Presents Senior Summit Lecture Series May 2013 Calendar

Kaiser Permanente Hawaii Presents Senior Summit Lecture Series May 2013 Calendar

Honolulu, HI – The Senior Summit program, presented by Kaiser Permanente Hawaii, provides ongoing educational opportunities on a wide variety of topics specific to seniors. The emphasis is on prevention, personal growth, and learning how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. All lectures are free and open to the public. To register, please call the respective location at provided phone number. For more information, call (808) 432-2235 or toll-free 1-877-447-5990.

WHAT: KAISER PERMANENTE SENIOR SUMMIT LEARNING SERIES

COST: FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

TOPIC: Fall Prevention Amongst Older Adults: Strategies for preparing yourself and your home