Educational
THE WORK OF BYRON KATIE
facilitated by Leilani Lewis, Ph.D., psychologist in private
practice and long time Waimea resident. The evening will start
with a DVD of Byron Katie doing The Work with different people,
followed by Leilani demonstrating the process with a participant
volunteer. Learn to identify and question your stressful
thinking habits. Discover new possibilities and different
perspectives. "Who would you be without your story?" ~
Byron Katie
Tue. Aug 3
• 6—8 pm
STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS IN PARENTING AND PARTNERING
with Michael Aronowitz, PhD, Psychologist, practicing in Waimea
for 25 years, and a parent. Parenting and partnering are two of
the most important things we do. In this support group
environment, we’ll practice systematic, effective strategies for
creating joyful and harmonious relationships with our partners
and our children.
Wed. Aug. 4 & 28 • 5:30—8 pm
THE MAYAN
CALENDAR
with Shiloh
Orion, student of mystic philosophy for 40 years, centering on
the Mayan Calendar as a vehicle to explain the present time
shifts resulting from the accelerating evolution of
consciousness. We will look at the mystical meanings inherent in
the Mayan Calendar and pyramids. The idea is to demonstrate
creation manifests according to our increasingly accelerating
cosmic schedule. We have an unprecedented opportunity to
create in concert with it.
Mon.
Aug. 9 & 23
• 5:30—7:30
pm
EMBRACING
CONSCIOUS CHANGE
with Sydney
Wiecking, CPC, cWC (Wellness/Parent Coach). Come explore areas
of your life where you desire change by first learning the
stages of change, why people resist it, and how to take the
necessary steps toward achieving our goals. Rediscover your
passion, excitement, and motivation for making life changes that
are in alignment with your personal values in a weekly group
setting. Be prepared to celebrate your success!
Tue.
Aug. 10, 17, 24
& 31
• 4—5 pm
NORTH HAWAII HOMESCHOOLERS
CONNECTION with
Veronica McGehee, wife, mother, homemaker and educator.
Homeschoolers from Waikoloa, Hawi, Waimea and Honokaa are
invited to form an inclusive support network for making friends,
sharing ideas and resources, and coordinating group activities
and events.
Wed. Aug. 11 • 1—2:30
pm
GUIDED
RELAXATION
with Ana North,
Clinical Hypnotherapist. Give yourself this hour to relax
deeply, rejuvenate, open your heart and gently explore issues
that may be keeping you from the joys of life. A reading from
The Book of Awakening — Having the Life You Want by Being
Present to the Life You Have, by Mark Nepo, will provide
context for your relaxation process. Exercises relevant to the
passage will support deeper reflection. Bring whatever you might
need to be cozy and comfortable: mat, towel, pillow and or small
blanket.
Wed.
Aug.
11, 18 & 25 • 6—7
pm
AMATEUR
RADIO CLUB MEETING
with Kohala
Hamakua Radio Club. Promoting Amateur Radio, this group welcomes
new members. Join us in discussions about Amateur Radio,
emergency communications, radio operating, education and
licensing.
Wed. Aug. 11 •
7—9
pm
MAGIC IN THE
STONES
with Noelle
Kemmler, born and raised in France, with 18 years’ experience as
a French translator/editor in Canada. Since 2007, she has been
doing research on ancient cultures throughout the world for a
book project. During this program, Noelle will lead attendees
through a comparative study between some ancient civilizations
of the Americas to examine their everyday life connection to
stones and rocks, providing a better understanding of the gifts
and wisdom left by the ancestors.
Fri. Aug. 13 •
5:30—7:30
pm
UNDERSTANDING LEARNING
DISABILITIES with
Alice Bratton, Parent Partner with Hawaii Families as Allies.
HFAA strives to give families the necessary tools to
successfully advocate for their children with emotional and/or
behavioral challenges. From 8:30~9:45 am the focus will be a
video presentation and discussion, followed by a support group
session from 9:50~11 am. Please sign up by calling Alice at
322-1542.
Thurs.
Aug 19
• 9—11
am
MAINTAIN
YOUR BRAIN
with Chris
Ridley, LCSW, Alzheimer's Association Program Coordinator.
Starting at 9 a.m. this seminar will include the latest
information on trying to postpone showing dementia. At 11:30
a.m., Ridley will show the video "Iris." At 2 p.m., Ridley will
present "Challenging Behaviors in Dementia," which includes
information on why behaviors occur and possible interventions.
Please call 443-7360 to reserve your space.
Sat. Aug. 21 •
9 am—4pm
Spiritual
ABRAHAM EMPOWERMENT CIRCLE
with Zettelyss
Amora, includes an audio presentation of the most up-to-date
recorded teachings of Abraham-Hicks. Session will conclude with
time for discussion, along with a shared gratitude and intention
circle. Check out website
www.abrahamhicks.com
Thurs.
Aug. 19
• 5:15—6:30 pm
HEALING TOUCH with
Doreen Wallis, Level IV Healing Touch apprentice, mentored by
Anne Warren. Healing Touch is an energy-based healing that
balances the flows of energy in and around the physical body;
introduction to basic concepts behind energy healing; learning
at least one healing touch technique where we will have the
opportunity to work with each other.
Thu. Aug 26
• 5:30—7 pm
CREATING
SACRED SPACE
with Zettelyss
Amora, RYT, Integrative Yoga Therapist. The importance and
benefit of a consistent home practice is not to be
underestimated. There is great value in pushing the pause button
in your busy life to tune into the Inner Universe, one's
spiritual home base. Learn more about how to create and support
your home practice. Please bring a favorite object with you to
place on our altar for the evening.
Thurs. Aug. 26
•
5:30pm—7 pm
SUPPORT GROUPS
CIRCLE OF SUPPORT
with Sindona Cassteel, MFT, bereavement counselor for North
Hawaii Hospice. Opportunity for anyone who has lost a loved one
to receive group support, understanding and inspiration as
a new phase of life begins.
Every
Mon.
• 4:30—6
pm
AL-ANON FOR THOSE WHO LOVE ALCOHOLICS; Al-Anon is fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength and hope, in order to solve common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family illness and that changed attitudes can aid recovery. Every Tue. • 5:30 ~ 6:30 pm
CHRONIC FATIGUE CONDITIONS
with Carol Buck; learn about
fibromyalgia, lupus, chronic fatigue, MS, aluminum toxicity,
celiac, and other autoimmune disorders; allopathic (Western) and
complementary treatments. Discover more about your condition so
you can work more effectively with your physician.
Tue. Aug. 24
•
12:30—2 pm
BREAST AND
OTHER WOMEN'S CANCERS;
join
Corrinne Higa, Masako Nitta, Thelma Ryusaki, Hazel Lindsey, and
Susan Nakahara who are cancer survivors. Share and aid each
other in healing of cancer; come feel the support others
can give!
Wed.
Aug
25 •
12:30—2 pm
EARL’S GARAGE
GHOUL
SCHOOL
with
Katherine DuBose; for girls and boys in ages 8 — 18.
Learn to use an
assortment of tools and machines. Re-wire and re-purpose
gadgets and develop useful talents to create the 8th
Annual Earl’s Garage Halloween “Fright Shop.”
Every Mon - Fri 1:30
—
2:30 pm & 3:15
—
4:45 pm
First time to Earl's Garage?
Please help us prepare for your arrival by calling to
schedule an appointment for your introductory class
—
"Young Inventor’s Workshop". Young Inventor’s Workshop
introduces participants to simple electronic circuits, the
relationship between electricity and magnetism, and safe
methods of exploring answers to your questions. Completion
of one session of Young Inventors’ Workshop is required
before participating in other Earl’s Garage activities.
This
pre-requisite session is available by appointment, please
call Katherine at 885-6777.
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ARTICLES
Easing the Transition
to Kindergarten
By Angela Thomas, Baby STEPS to Stronger
Big Island Families Project Leader
Research tells us that successful
transitions to school can contribute to long-term school
success. For most children and their families, kindergarten
marks the beginning of at least 13 years of school, so a
successful adjustment to kindergarten can help set the stage for
the child’s perceptions, attitudes, and performance in the
long-term school experience.
How can parents help their child start
kindergarten? Begin by talking to your child about what to
expect – find out what they already know and what questions or
anxieties they may have. Accept your child’s concerns and
encourage him/her to talk about them. Remind him/her that you
are proud of him/her and that you know he/she is ready to take
this big step.
Visit the school ahead of time. When you
find out your child’s room assignment, take the child to see
where his classroom will be and get familiar with where things
are – the playground, the bathrooms, the cafeteria.
Talk to your child about how kindergarten
will be different from their preschool or other childcare
experiences. Mention that there will be more children in their
classrooms and many other adults that your child will get to
know like other teachers, the library staff, the lunchroom
supervisors and resource teachers.
Discuss the daily schedule and be sure to
include what will happen at the beginning of the day and at the
end of the day. Let your child know who will take them to
school, pick them up or what line they need to get into to catch
the school bus. Children feel more secure when they understand
and can count on the daily routines.
Then when
school starts, be sure your child is fed and rested each day so
he can participate fully in all classroom activities.
A Story Teller's Story: Kindy Sproat of
North Kohala
Available in soft
cover book form, A Storyteller’s Story: Kindy Sproat of North
Kohala, is a vivid description of Kindy’s life as only he
could tell it. Kindy’s story emerged over a period of years as
Faye Mitchell, of Living Journals, recorded Kindy talking about
his life growing up in the valleys beyond Pololu, his years in
the military, growing into a nationally recognized musical
artist, and receiving the National Heritage Fellowship, all told
in his unique voice and style.
It’s an adventure that
offers a tapestry of details about North Kohala in the 1930’s,
40s and early 1950s and beyond. His life lessons learned along
his journey are profound. How a valley boy becomes a national
treasure provides humble guidance to all who aspire to live full
and rich lives. Faye Mitchell, supported by Cheryl Sproat,
Kindy’s wife and best friend, does a masterful job of weaving it
all together into a compelling page-turner.
Please join us
at Tutu’s House on Saturday, August 14th from 2 to 3:30
p.m. – Faye will read a few selected excerpts from the book and
host a conversation/talk story of poignant reminiscence. If you
knew Kindy, bring your memories and stories to share. All are
welcome.
Change, change, change…
by Sydney Wiecking
So often this simple word is
accompanied by "should, could, have to …” Many times a voice
inside our heads, our gremlin, continues with judgments and
criticism. Who needs it?
However, there are times we
wish we could succeed at making a change. Understanding the
stages of change, and the ability to identify what needs to
happen to create successful change are helpful tools toward
success.
One theory of change identifies
five valid stages, and encourages people to be realistic, and
satisfied, with wherever they are in the process. Identifying
where you are will help to quiet the voice of the inner gremlin,
allow yourself space and time to be part of a process, and
celebrate the journey, not just the end result.
Change may be viewed as
stressful, or met with understanding, acceptance, excitement and
joy, as we look forward to the future. Exploring what is
possible, why we choose it, and designing a realistic fun
approach can mean the difference between success and failure.
All desired change holds the possibility of bringing greater
involvement and life satisfaction as we take charge of living
the life we choose. Whether choosing changes that involve
exercise, weight loss, education, career, environment or finding
balance in your life, consciously choosing change provides the
opportunity to live life more fully.
EMBRACING CONSCIOUS CHANGE
will meet on Tuesdays, August 10, 17, 24 & 31 from 4 to 5 p.m.
Ideally, participants will commit to all four classes to provide
continuity, group support and the best results. However,
everyone is welcome. Bring you compassion and acceptance to each
class and be prepared to celebrate your success!
MAINTAIN YOUR BRAIN
By
Chris Ridley, LCSW
The
Alzheimer’s Association is having three events on Saturday,
August 21, at Tutu’s House in Waimea.
At
9:00 am, Chris Ridley will present “Maintain Your Brain” This
seminar will include the latest information on trying to
postpone showing dementia.
At
11:30 am, Ridley will show the video “Iris” which is one man’s
experience with his wife’s dementia.
At
2:00 pm Ridley will present “Challenging Behaviors in Dementia”,
which includes information on why behaviors occur and possible
interventions.
All
three events are free but will have limited seating. Those
interested in attending should call Alzheimer’s Association at
443-7360 to reserve a seat.
The
Alzheimer’s Association is a 501c3 non-profit organization
dedicated to helping those struggling with forgetfulness. The
forgetfulness can be reversible or irreversible. The
Alzheimer’s Association helps the person struggling with
forgetfulness as well as the caregivers. All of our services are
free to the public. There is a very informative website at
www.alz.org.
Please Save The Date
&
Join Us At
Tutu’s House
Wednesday, September 22
6:30 – 8:30 pm
for
Perspectives on Health Care
A community discussion
about health care access:
What can we do to help
ourselves?
Creating Sacred Space
By Zettelyss Amora
“Your Sacred Space is Where You Can Find Yourself…Again and
Again…
---Joseph Campbell---
“You are a Spiritual Being having a Human Experience.”
---Wayne Dyer---
“You Do Not Have a Soul…You are a Soul, You Have a Body”
---C.S.Lewis---
“There is only one path to freedom and that is the path which
leads inside”
---Zettelyss Amora---
There is great value in pushing the pause button in your busy
life, slowing down, relaxing, and tuning into the Inner
Universe, one’s spiritual home base. This allows time for
self-inquiry, reflection, and to get to know the contents of
your heart — a way of keeping yourself company in your life.
The importance and benefit of a consistent home practice is not
to be underestimated. The development of Self-awareness leads
to expansive life experiences on myriad realms: spiritual,
physical, emotional, energetic, mental, intuitive.
One very affective way of establishing a regular routine for
your practice is to create an altar space. This can be as simple
as the corner of your bedroom or as elaborate as an entire room.
Size is not important. Specific features, which are meaningful
to you, will serve to establish and hold the energy for your
practice. The time spent in your sacred space will enhance your
most important relationship: the one with yourself. Even a few
moments resting quietly at your altar can bring about a sense of
connection, ease, and well-being. When you are engaged in other
activities the simple thought or glance upon your sacred area
may serve to remind you of your connection to your practice.
The most
sacred space of all is your inner space and you carry that
everywhere. Through simple techniques, which guide you inside,
you may explore and discover the contents of your inner
universe. Awareness practices and mindful breathing supports
access to a deeper understanding of self and how that self
relates to the world. Join us on Thursday, August 26 from
5:30 to 7 pm to learn more about supporting your home practice.
Please bring a favorite object with you to place on our altar
for the evening.
MAGIC IN THE STONES – A LOOK AT COMPARATIVE ANCIENT
HISTORY
By Noelle Kemmler
There is magic in the stones found throughout the Americas. From
practical and spiritual living to painted symbology, stones and
rocks have been our record keepers since the beginning of time.
In this busy and rushed world, we often find ourselves craving a
sense of peace and harmony to assist us in making sense of the
present while giving us hope for the future.
The answer of our human quest might be laying in the beliefs and
traditions of ancient cultures that wisely used the best of nature’s
offerings.
Stones and rocks have always carried a power beyond words
symbolizing beauty, strength, balance and knowledge. Used for many
purposes encompassing legends, religion, healing, sheltering,
burials, or painted and carved expressions, we may now choose to
stop and listen to stones’ and rocks’ inner and outer messages as
constructive ways to bring forward the solid foundations of our
future. Their subtle voices, heard throughout the deep memories and
mysteries of ancient Americas, can truly gift us with precious
insights of oneness. Come listen to what they have to say so their
knowledge and wisdom can be yours. Friday, August 13 from 5:30 to
7:30 pm
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'Ōlelo
ā māmala 'ō
lelo-Hawaiian
Word or Phrase
~ By M Kapuniai
E Kakau inoa ‘ana ia
koho
Register to Vote
A little reminder to
Register to Vote. We, the citizenry, need all the help
of each other to take advantage of the privilege to
vote.
2010 Election Contest
for Hawaii Island Voters
One (1) U. S. Senate seat;
one (1) U. S. House of Representatives seat; Governor and
Lieutenant Governor; one (1) State Senate seat; seven (7)
State House of Representatives’ seats; and five (5) seats in
the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. Then, there are seven (7)
County Council District seats, and (3) At Large
School Board seats. We will not be voting for every open
seat. However, for the seats we can cast a vote, we must
register and vote to make our voices count.
Last Day
to Register for Primary Election: August 19, 2010
Primary
Election: September 18, 2010
Last Day to
Register for General Election: October 4, 2010
General
Election: November 2, 2010
We register to vote, and
we vote, for candidates who will serve us and our
community; let’s do our part to ensure a government by,
of, and for the people!
Come and meet candidates –
the Waimea Community Association’s
Non-Partisan Candidate
Forum, August 12th – 5:15pm at the Waimea School
Cafeteria.
E Kakau inoa ‘ana ia koho
Register to vote
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TAKE IT OFF
HAWAI'I
..is
back and even better with fun, new initiatives to benefit your
overall wellness. Creative ways to earn points, web-based point
logs, motivational mid-program event, and more.
Gather 4-10 of
your best buddies and become a “Health Champion” team leader. This
highly successful 10-week program starts September 6 (team leaders
will gather for orientation on August 28). Enjoy the benefits of
this popular wellness initiative, sponsored by Five Mountains
Hawaii, with helpful health hints, yummy recipes, resourceful
people, and supportive spirit. A great way to learn while you burn.
Participation
is FREE! Registration locations in North Hawai'i include Tutu's
House (9/1 and 9/4). For more information and the latest details,
please visit
fivemountains.org, email
info@fivemountains.org, or
call 808.887.1284. "Because a healthy community starts with
healthy people ..."
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Marie Hokulele
Jobes
The
federally funded 2010 Summer Youth Employment Program,
administrated by Hawaii State Workforce Development, brought a
delightful young person on board at Tutu’s House for several
weeks this summer. Born and raised in Waimea, Marie is a
14-year-old athlete and honor student at Parker School.
Marie
proved to be a graceful multi-tasker, tackling jobs large and
small with a smile, including answering incoming calls, updating
our lending library database, setting up for programs, making
signs and much more
Marie’s
friendly and capable ways were a nice fit at Tutu’s House this
summer and we will miss her when she returns to classes at
Parker as a freshman. We look forward to having her return to
help with projects during her breaks and intersessions in the
months ahead.