KEIKI COVER SEARCH INSIDE! SPRING 2012 SPRING BREAK ACTIVITIES MAKE IT A KAUA'I GROWN DAY KAUA'I SCHOOLS DIRECTORY Keiki Cover Search Winners Kylie and Pua'ala
Mayor’s Message Aloha Kaua'i and Niihau! As we enter into the new year it is important to reflect on our blessings, and no blessing is as meaningful as our families - both immediate and extended. As we pursue our personal goals this year, let’s remember to put our most important relationships first. As parents, teachers, leaders and caregivers of our youth, we need to play an active role in their lives. Let’s remember to put our most important relationships first... Mahalo to Kaua'i Family Magazine for sharing with us the many community events, programs and opportuni- ties we have to spend time together with our 'ohana. May 2012 bring you health, prosperity and continued blessings. Aloha Pumehana, uaifamilymagazine.com Bernard P. Carvalho, Jr. Mayor, County of Kaua'i Department of Education Support Aloha and Greetings! As the New Year begins and our thoughts and plans change from winter to spring, working together to teach the children of Kaua'i to be creative, curious, courageous and confident in their dreams and aspi- rations should be our continuous challenge. Information about pertinent programs and services is truly appreciated... Kaua'i Family Magazine’s perpetual effort to support our families with information about pertinent programs and services is truly appreciated. Engaging the community to teach and prepare our children of Kaua'i to be college and career ready is all of our responsibility. It takes a village to raise a child. “All Children Will Succeed and Together We Can!” William N. Arakaki Kaua'i Complex Area Superintendent 2 kauaifamilymagazine.com
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Notes... from the Publisher Our Spring issue begins a new year We have an expanded format with for Kaua'i Family Magazine, and like all a professional photo shoot at Photo families, this is a time for planting the Spectrum for each child entering. Kaua'i seeds for the year. To assist parents with Community Federal Credit Union is our planning their child’s education and ac- title sponsor this year as we support tivities, check out our Kaua'i Schools Kaua'i Big Brothers, Big Sisters. Directory on page 22, Spring Break Ac- tivities on page 6, and expanded family Our goal is to grow the annual Keiki friendly Calendar of Events on page 8. Cover Search into a full-fledged com- Our cover story on Kaua'i Grown fo- munity event that contributes back cuses on seeds of another kind – plant- to Kaua'i with a charity component, ing a future interest in what is grown along with new opportunities for keiki and raised here on Kaua'i among our to shine. keiki, and helping our families with Aloha, information on where to find locally Chrissy Schechter, Publisher grown produce and other products. Kaua'i Family Magazine’s Second Annual Keiki Cover Search is set for May 12. See page 35 for details and registration form. Don't forget to sign up by April 20th! Mahalo to parents and community members who contributed content last year as well as supported the Keiki Cover Search. Keep them coming! Share your thoughts by email to: [email protected]. P.O. Box 665, Lihu'e, HI 96766 Next Issue: SUMMER 2012 Tel. 808-639-5656 Advertising Deadline: APRIL 5, 2012 www.KauaiFamilyMagazine.com Kaua'i Family Magazine is published quarterly as Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter editions. Publisher & Advertising Director: Chrissy Schechter [email protected] Distribution areas include: Preschools, Public and Private 808-639-5656 Elementary and Middle Schools, Hospitals, Medical and Health Clinics, Libraries, Neighborhood Centers, Kukui Grove Center, Staff Photographer: Ron Kosen, Photo Spectrum Kaua'i Community Federal Credit Union, Retailers and other Guest Editor: Melissa McFerrin Community Organizations. Editorial Support: Chuck Lasker Subscription Rate: $6.00 for one year (4 issues). Send check 4 kauaifamilymagazine.com payable to Kaua'i Family Magazine with name and address. Copyright 2012 by Kaua'i Family Magazine. All rights reserved. No portion of Kaua'i Family Magazine may be reproduced without permission. Reader correspondence and submissions are welcome, but Kaua'i Family Magazine claims no responsibil- ity for the return of material. The acceptance of advertising to Kaua'i Family Magazine does not constitute an endorsement. Kaua'i Family Magazine assumes no financial responsibility for errors in advertisements. We are proud to print locally on recycled paper at Hagadone Printing. Please recycle. Share Kaua'i Family Magazine with your 'ohana and friends.
ON THE COVER Keiki Cover Search contest winners Kylie Sugihara and Pua'ala Akui-Ramos spent a morning at W.T. Haraguchi Farm in Hanalei learning about taro with 5th generation farmer, Lyndsey Haraguchi. Spring 2012 6 SPRING BREAK FUN Features... School's out – what's in for keiki activities 35 KEIKI COVER 16 Cover Story SEARCH Make it a Kaua'i Grown Day Do you want your keiki Cover keiki visit W.T. Haraguchi Farm to appear on the cover to learn how taro is grown of our magazine? 22 KAUAI SCHOOLS Entry form inside! Directory Comprehensive listing from preschool to college 8 FAMILY FRIENDLY 44 TEENS & TwEENS CAlendar Of Events 44 Teen Activities 10 KAUA'I BABY 46 Helping Teens Take Charge of Health & TODDLER 48 HEALTHY OHANA 10 Announce Your Baby's Birth 48 Are Energy Drinks Safe? 12 Tracking Your Child's Development 50 Take the LEAP 52 New Year's Resolution of Prevention 14 Toddler Activities 55 SENIOR MOMENTS 20 EDUCATION 55 Spending Quality Time with Grandkids 20 The Very Hungry Caterpillar 56 Nutrition Help for the Elderly 4 Tips to Grow Healthy and Strong 59 A Pain in the Knee 25 Parent - Teacher Conference Tips 27 Parenting in a Digital World 60 FURRY FRIENDS 28 Proverbs of a First Grader 29 Cooking Up A Storm with Books 61 Easter Pet Safety 31 Paying For College Just Got Easier 32 Kids College for the Summer 62 FUN & GAMES 34 KEIKI & YOUTH ACTIVITIES 62 Art Contest 64 Water Maze 36 Hawai'i Children's Theatre 65 Road Rabbit Visits Hawai'i 38 GameKids Comes to Kaua'i 40 Youth Spring & Summer Sports 65 OCEAN SAFETY 41 County of Kaua'i Recreation Programs 65 Ocean Safety Tips SPRING 2012 5
Fun!Spring BreakOHANAHEALTH PlayDance Performing Japanese Taiko Arts Day Camp Drumming March 12th - 15th, 2012 March 12th - 16th Ages : 5 and up GAMEKIDS Educational Adven- tures, will be hosting a PLAY- Location: St. Michael's DANCE performing arts day Church (next to Li- camp March 12-16 in Koloa. Open to children in grades 2-8, hue Library) Time: the week long camp will have 3:30pm - 4:30pm children rehearsing and perform- Tuition: $75 for ing a special version of PETER PAN 5-day program, on the final evening. The performance $15. per les- is open to the general public with dona- son. Introducing tion. It's for both beginner and advanced traditional Japa- students, and is meant to encourage chil- dren to ongoing lessons and participation nese songs and in local community theater. The tuition is movements, cultural affordable with limited scholarships. For experiences and lan- more information contact GAMEKIDS guage, this powerful and “Playdance” visit their website at www. spirited drumming class will gamekids.com or phone (808) 280-9591 create an excellent body-cardiovas- or e-mail: [email protected]. cular-brain workout for the children. For more information contact Aki Conquest at [email protected]. 'Kama'aina Kids' PMRF Day Camp Spring Day Camp March 9th - 16th, 7am - 5:30pm March 12th -16th, Ages 5 - 18 A safe and exciting adventure for children Services military families and chil- in grades K-5. Day Camp program in- dren of DOD civilians and contractors cludes: Physical Fitness, Arts & Crafts, Co- working at the base. An all day camp, operative Games, Creative Movement & 0700-1700, with a weekly fee, based more! Final Registration Deadline: March on household income ranging from 2nd, 2012 ($15 late fee for registrations $62.00-$146.00. Extra curricular activi- submitted after 03/02/12). Rates: $150/ ties include excursions, sports, swim- session (6 days total) or $30/day. Wilcox ming, etc. Contact Sandra Walz Garcia Elementary 4319 Hardy Street, Lihu'e. For at 335-4419 for youth programs or email more information call: 808- 212-8126. [email protected]. 6 kauaifamilymagazine.com
County of Kaua'i tion will be held on Friday, March 2 from FREE Swim Classes 8:00am– 4:00pm at both centers. For more information contact the Lihu'e NC March 13th-16th at 241-6858 or Kalaheo NC at 332-9770. Free! Learn to swim Kaua'i Humane classes will be avail- Society Critter Camp able for youth age 5 thru 11 at March 12th - 16th the Kapa'a and Kindergarten - 12 year olds Waimea Pools. For more infor- Cost: $125 per child / $80 for 2nd child mation contact By taking advantage of the various the Kapa'a Pool at camps and workshops offered through 822-3842 or Waimea Kaua'i Humane Society, children can de- Pool, 338-1271. velop their natural connection with ani- mals in a safe and respectful way. County of Kaua'i KHS interactive and effective education Day Camp program teaches children respect for all animals, safety around animals, and re- March 12th -16th sponsible animal care while promoting kindness to animals and their fellow hu- Keep active during the spring recess while mans, too. For more information about learning team building and leadership the camps, or workshops, call Mele Brew- skills. Camp is $20 at the Lihu'e and Ka- er at 632-0610. Reserve your space today! laheo Neighborhood Centers. Registra- Sign up for 2 different sessions and receive Critter Camp $10 off registration for the 2nd session. Kindergarten – 12 year olds Some restrictions may apply. Call for details. March 12 – 16 • May 28 – June 1 June 11 – 15 • July 9 – 13 3-825 Kaumualii Hwy. Lihue, HI 96766 One Day prOgram (808) 632-0610 March 26 – Prince Kuhio Day August 20 – Statehood Day www.kauaihumane.org SpeCialty CampS • neW tHiS year Veterinary SCienCe Camp Age 10 – 16 only • June 4 – 8 CreatiVeWriting Camp June 18 – 22 animalS & art Camp June 25 – 29 pet play perfOrmanCe Camp July 16 – 20 SPRING 2012 7
FAMILY FRIENDLY Calendar of Events EVENTS/FESTIVALS Parent & Child Fair Saturday, April 7, 10am to 2pm at Kukui Island School's 33rd Annual Gala Auction Grove. March 10th, 2012, 5pm to 11pm, Kaua'i Marri- Tiny Miss Garden Island Pageant ott Kalapaki. Island School’s premier fundrais- Saturday, April 14, Presented by Joy Star Pro- ing event, \"An Evening in Paris,\" will feature ductions. time TBA. At Kukui Grove. old-world charm, fine French wine and cui- Kaua'i Family Magazine Keiki Cover Search sine, unique entertainment, and spectacular Saturday, May 12, 10am. Presented by Kaua'i live, silent, and dessert auctions. Proceeds Community FCU. At Kukui Grove Center. support tuition aid for students in need. For Register by April 20th. For information, Call more information, email [email protected] 639-5656 or visit kauaifamilymagazine.com. or call 246-0233. Prince Kuhio Celebration DRAMA Sunday, March 11 - Monday, March 26, Grand Hyatt Kauai'i Resort & Spa, Prince Kuhio Park, Once upon a Dream The Dance Show Kukui'ula Village, Plantation Gardens and Mar- Saturday, April 28, 2012 11am & 4pm. KCC riott’s Wai'ohai Beach Club. Performing Arts. Spectacular Live Dance, Kaua'i Orchid and Art Festival 2012 Film, Music & Multimedia Performance 80 Friday March 30, 2012, 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm, talented dancers from Kaua'i Dance Center Saturday March 31, 2012, 8:00 AM to 4:00 Classical Ballet, Hip Hop, Modern Dance pm: The Kaua'i Orchid and Art Festival show- www.kauaidancecenter.com. Call 823-9588 cases free Hawaiian music concerts, art exhibits, for more information. ono food and the Garden Island Orchid Soci- Aloha Dance Studio Spring Recital ety’s Orchid Show. CONTACT: Joanna Carolan, Sunday May 20, 2012 4:00pm. Celebrating [email protected], (808) 335-5944. 10 year anniversary. Kaua'i War Memorial Con- Kaua'i Community College 10th Annual vention Hall. For more info call: (808) 245-1810. Spring Gourmet Gala Summer Stars Tickets are $100.00. April 8, 2012, 6:00pm A performing arts education program. Infor- Contact 245-8243. mation and applications can be obtained at Kaua'i Museum May Day Celebration www.hawaiichildrenstheatre.com. Registration and Lei Contest starts March 1. Program will begin on June 4. Tuesday, May 5, 11:00a.m. - 4:00pm. Free. Kaua'i Museum. EDUCATION May Day by the Bay Saturday, May 12, 9:00a.m. - 6:00pm. $5. Island School Summer Offerings Wai'oli Beach Park. June 18th to July 13th 2012 Kaua'i Polynesian Festival Thursday May 24 - Sunday May 27. $10. Contact: (808) 246-0233 for programs. Vidinha Stadium Soccer Field - call 335-6466. Leap into the Arctic Banana Poka Roundup Grades: Pre-K (3 and 4 year old). Sunday May 27, 10:00a.m. - 4:00pm. An- Time: 8 am to 12 noon. Cost: TBD nual Forest Education Fair by Hui O Laka. Free. Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow, Kokee State Park. Summer Science/English Shantelle Manibog Grades: Entering K to 2nd grade. KEIKI EVENTS Time: 8 am to 12 noon. Cost: TBD Summer Science Fun with Cristy Peeren Kodonomohi, Children’s Day Celebration Grades: 1-3. Time: 12 - 4 pm. Cost: TBD Saturday, March 3, 10am to 2pm. Presented Reading Literacy Clinic by the Kaua'i Japanese Cultural Society at Grades: 3-6. Time: 8 am - 12. Cost: $600 Kukui Grove. 8 kauaifamilymagazine.com
Kaua'i Humane Society Camps MUSIC For more information about the camps or- workshops, call Mele Brewer at 632-0610. Traditional Slack Key Guitar Kaua'i Independent Daycare Services, & Ukulele Concerts Inc (K.I.D.S. School) Summer Nature Trex Fridays, 4pm, Hanalei Community Center, Satur- Mid June 2012 through July 2012. Monday days, 5pm, Kapa'a-Children of the Land (Kaua'i Vil- through Friday 7 am to 5 pm. Children born lage/Safeway), Sundays, 3pm, Hanalei Communi- in 2009, 2008, 2007. Contact: (808) 822-0262 ty Center. Free gift drawing. Proceeds support the or email [email protected]. center and this program. Tickets: $20/$15 (keiki/ kupuna). Call 826-1469 for Info & Reservations. Beginning Spanish classes for children Na Lei Hiwahiwa Concert and adults. \"Fun with Spanish\" Friday May 4, 2012, 5:00 Pm to 9:00pm. An- One class is for ages 3-6 and another for ages nual celebration of the beauty of the lei with con- 7-13. High School and Adult classes and tutoring temporary Hawaiian entertainment. Kaua'i Beach are arranged based on the individual's schedule. Resort. CONTACT: Carol Bain, [email protected], Call Ana at 482-1863 for times and tuition. (808) 246-2111. E Kanikapila Kakou 2012 Concert HEALTH Performance is Island wide, weekly through June 3. For more information call Carol Yotsuda Free Health Care For All at (808) 245-2733. February 28th to March 9th, 2012.Tropic Care Kaua'i. For more information and the SPORTS various locations call 241-3387. Kaua'i Big Brother’s Big Sister’s 3rd Childbirth Preparation Classes Annual Bowl for Kids Sake New classes start monthly. Presented by Vir- Saturday, March 3, 2012. 3:00pm to 9:00pm ginia Beck, CNP. Founder of Malama Birth at Lihue Bowling Center. Contact Kaulana Finn Training. For more information call West 855-2905 or email [email protected]. Kaua'i Clinics 335-0579. Ho'ola Lahui Ohana Fun Walk/Run Saturday, March 3, 2012 7:00am Check in. Childbirth & Parent Education Classes 7:30 Wallk/Run Starts at Kapa'a Neighbor- The Tuesday 6-week classes begin on March hood Center. For info call Chacha at 245-8933 13, 2012. Tuesdays 6:00 pm. Topics include: or email: [email protected]. Discomfort & warning signs, Cesarean births, March For Babies April 14th at Lydgate Newborns, Medications and hospital proce- Park Registration. Begins at 6:45am. Walk dures, Labor, Delivery, Postpartum, breast- begins at 8:00am. feeding & more! Call 245-1441 for more in- TriKauai Triathlon April 15, 2012. For be- formation at Wilcox Health. ginners and seasoned athletes alike. It can be done as individuals, or as a team (each person Get a Grip Video Conference does a leg). Contact Brian Curll at 635-6311 Saturday, March 3, 2012, 8:30 am. A video or email: [email protected]. www.TriKauai.com. conference to hear a variety of physicians Hanapepe Relay For Life April 28, 2012. from Hawai'i Pacific Health as they explain Benefits the American Cancer Society, $10 how to “Get a Grip” on your active lifestyle, entry. Hanapepe Stadium. sports injuries, how to reduce chances of inju- ries and more. Call 245-1198 to register. Charity Walk Kauai May 12, 2012 Walk Around the Block with the Doc 6:30am – 12:00 pm. Historic County Building. Saturday, April 28, 7:00am. Meet in the Visit CharityWalkHawaii.org for details. lobby of Wilcox Memorial Hospital to start Business Persons Outrigger Canoe Race your brisk 1-mile walk around campus with May 13 2012. Hosted by Pu'uwai Canoe Dr. John Funai, cardiologist at Kaua'i Medi- Club at the Wailua River. Contact Brian Curll cal Clinic. Then join Dr. Funai for a delicious at 635-6311 or email: [email protected]. healthy breakfast and some heart health tips. Pedal to the Meadow 2012 Call 245-1198 to register. Sunday May 27, 2012, 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Kupuna Passport to Health Fair Ride from Kekaha to Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow in May 4, 2012 8:00am – 12:00pm Kokee State Park. Contact: Mary Williamson, Mahelona Medical Center. Info, training, (808) 335-9975. screenings & more. 823-4136. SPRING 2012 9
KAUA'I BABY Announce Your Baby’s Birth! It’s easy – and FREE – to share your 'ohana’s good news. Don’t miss this chance to announce your baby’s arrival and have a wonderful keepsake for your baby book. The 2012 New Year Baby Baby Girl: Janessa Lai Sang Born: January 1, 2012 at 10:59 a.m Parents: Joanne Lai and Dr. New Sang Weight: 6 lbs. 5 oz., 20.25” Baby Boy: Peyton Jamhil E. Tacata Baby Boy: Trenton Joseph Proud Parents: James and Hilda Tacata Masato Mask Birthday: November 4, 2011 Weight: 7 lbs 6.5 ounces Parents: Eryn & Dustin Mask Length: 20.5 inches Born: August 12, 2011 at 10:37 a.m. Proud Big Sisters: Sarit & Krystelle Length: 21.75 inches Weight: 6 lbs. 12 oz. Email photo and information to [email protected] to submit a baby announce- ment online. Or mail baby’s photo, full name, date of birth, parents’ names, address and phone number to Kaua'i Family Magazine, P.O. Box 665, Lihu'e, HI 96766. Babies must be 12 months or younger at date of publication. Please print clearly - KFM is not responsible for misspelling. 10 kauaifamilymagazine.com
KAUA'I BABY Baby Boy: Reese Farias LWBePnNieaBrgtiregahetvbhdhna:tyat:es1yG:6h:8KNi.lDr5brlio:ssoinv.tMmie5cnhma.i8n&ecbgksoNeoezrne. 1izll1ieD, 2So0km1yi1engo Parents: Sarah Blane and Ross Farias Baby Girl: Reese Jean Kekiwikuamo’oa’oemma Farias Born: 7:59a.m. on September 26, 2011 Weight: 7.2 lbs., Length: 21 inches Big sister: Rayko Jane Having A Baby on Kauai? From conception through birth and childhood, we’re here to help you on the journey of parenthood. Comprehensive Prenatal Care Birth Preparation classes Family Friendly birth center that’s comfortable, safe, & secure. Personalized Care during mother’s Labor & Delivery. Specialty Trained Nurses in the care of mother and newborns including high risk babies. (NRP, S.T.A.B.L.E., PALS, and ACLS Skills) Board Certified Physicians in Obstetrics and Pediatrics. For a tour of our Family Birth Center, Call 338-9441 West Kauai Medical Center 4643 Waimea Canyon Dr. Waimea 338-9431 Facilities of Hawaii Health Systems Corporation SPRING 2012 11
KAUA'I BABY Tracking Your Child’s Developmental Milestones By Cheryl Stiglmeier, LSW As a parent, oftentimes we wonder if ing certain milestones, or are reaching our children are growing and develop- them much later than other children ing “normally.” From the time of birth, their age, this could be a sign of a de- we can track our children’s development velopmental delay. If there are concerns, based on how they play, learn, speak, speak with a pediatrician and determine behave and physically grow. Because if your child qualifies for services with every child develops at their own pace, the Department of Health, Early Inter- it is important for us as a parent to be vention Services (call 1-800-235-5477). aware or how our child is developing. As our children reach certain develop- What follows are just a few of many mental milestones, we should share this important developmental milestones to information with the child’s pediatrician. look for. For a more complete checklist Remember, as parents we know our chil- by age visit www.cdc.gov/actearly or dren best. If our children are not meet- call 1-800-CDC-INFO. 12 kauaifamilymagazine.com
6 months: Turns head when you call his/ KAUA'I BABY her name. Smiles back at you. Responds 24 months: Uses 2-4 word phrases. to sounds by making sounds. Sits longer Shows more interest in other children. Fol- without support. Likes social games, i.e. lows simple instructions. Kicks a ball. Able peek-a-boo. to point to something when you name it. 12 months: Uses simple gestures, 3 years: Shows affection for playmates. i.e. shake head no or wave bye-bye. Uses 4-5 words in a sentence. Copies Pulls self up to a stand. Copies adults and playmates. Climbs well. Plays you during play, i.e. clapping. Responds when told “no” Says make-believe with dolls, people and ani- “mama” and “dada.” mals. 4 years: Follows 3 step commands; 18 months: Plays pretend, i.e. talking on a toy phone. i.e. “Get dressed, comb your hair Points to things of interest. and wash your face.” Hops and can Uses several single words stand on one foot for up to five to get what they want. seconds. Uses 5-6 word sentenc- Walks without help. es. Shares and takes turns with Looks at something other children. Draws circles and when you point to squares. and say “look.” SPRING 2012 13
KAUA'I TODDLER ALOHA DANCE STUDIO Mondays: 5:00-6:00, Ballet/Tap Combo (ages Toddler Activities 3 – 5 years old) Tiffany Dodge & Kiana Pigao. Wednesdays: 4:00-5:00, Ballet/Tap Combo OHANA MAMAS (ages 3 – 5 years old) Tiffany Dodge & Kiana Pi- A local playgroup for you and your keiki. We are Stay- gao (NEW) Saturdays: 9:30-10:30am, Ballet/Tap at-Home Parents, Working Parents, Single Parents, Combo (ages 3 – 5 years old) Derienne Lee. Call Grandparents, and the kids we take care of. Contact Tiffany at 245-1810. www.AlohaDanceStudio.com for more info: www.Meetup.com/OhanaMamas or Kaua'i Dance Center www.Facebook.com/OhanaMamas Primary Ballet Program (Ages 3 -4 1/2 ) is an introduction to dance. The primary goal is to MOTHERSONG foster a love of movement. Call Jennifer at Princeville Community Center Wednesdays: 823-9588 or visit KauaiDanceCenter.com 12:00pm-1:00pm. $10 donation A multi cultural Baby Sign Language Classes singalong for families with young children/ba- Fun-filled classes teach you to communicate bies/expecting parents. Call Amy for more info: with your baby before speech develops. 482-0294 Classes start in the Spring. Call Monika, at KA HOLA KAMALEI (The Young Children’s 652-5756 or email [email protected]. Hour) Princeville Library. Tuesdays: 10:30am- www.BlossomingLittleMinds.com 11:15am. Free story reading with a related craft, as well as finger plays. Licensed teachers facili- TODDLER THURSDAYS tate the programs for children up to 5 years old Kukui Grove Center Every 1st and 3rd Thurs- and their ohana. Call 826-4310 for more details. day 11:00am-12pm: Keiki Crafts. 11:30am- 12:00pm Showtime Characters KAUAI GYMNASTICS ACADEMY Parent & Tot Classes (Ages 1 and 2). Mondays: 9:30am-10:10am. Tot Classes (Ages 3-5) Mon- days: 10:15am-11:00am, Thursdays: 5:15pm- 6:00pm, Saturdays: 9:00am-9:45am Call Kay at 245-8863 or email: [email protected]. KauaiGymnastics.com Exceeding Your Expectations alohaisland.com a good way to start every day. 14 kauaifamilymagazine.com A fresh, delicious take on oatmeal: McDonald’s® new Fruit & Maple Oatmeal Available at all McDonald’s® on Kauai: - Eleele - Kukui Grove - Lihue - Waipouli - Walmart-Lihue © 2012 McDonald’s® USA LLC
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LearningCOVER STORY about Taro and what is Kaua'i Grown By Melissa McFerrin Haraguchi-Nakayama and her husband Cover Keiki this month visited W.T. Hara- Brad Nakayama are working to sustain guchi Farm - a 6th generation work- this legacy and grow it for a new genera- ing taro farm located in Hanalei Valley tion along with Lyndsey’s parents, who to learn more about taro and the new farm taro and helped create avenues for Kaua'i Grown program promoting what these products to be shared. Over 80% is grown and raised on the island of of the taro grown in the state of Hawai'i Kaua'i to our community. Hoopulapula comes from Kaua'i, largely from the Haraguchi Rice Mill Educational Coor- North Shore. Lyndsey and her family help dinator Lyndsey Haraguchi-Nakayama perpetuate this crop and share its flavors hosted the girls and showed them a little bit about how taro is harvested and with residents, visitors and most impor- cleaned. tant, our keiki so that we may in- This land spire a greater has a long knowledge of agricultural agriculture history, in our com- and once munity and supported rice. more future Young farmers farmers. Lyndsey 16 kauaifamilymagazine.com
While Lyndsey shares Kaua'i’s history industry,” says Rodney Haraguchi, own- through educational tours of the Hoopu- er and president. “For the past 20 years, lapula Haraguchi Rice Mill with students we have contributed back to our com- and visitors, Brad runs the Hanalei Taro munity by providing free school tours. & Juice Wagon where he creates new Our visitor tours help to sustain these taro products for the community to en- educational tours and maintain the joy, pulling from both traditional family mill. Hanalei Taro & Juice Co. provides recipes like kulolo and Hawaiian plates unique family recipes that customers, as and also introducing new, fun ways to well as tour guests, can enjoy. The taro enjoy taro like taro hummus, burgers coconut mochi is a perfect example of and smoothies. bringing together the past rice era and “Hanalei Taro & Juice Company in com- the present taro industry.” bination with our family’s nonprofit Hara- guchi Rice Mill historic tours, is a way to “Over 80% of the taro grown increase awareness of the agricultural in the state of Hawai'i comes history of Hanalei and the current taro from Kaua'i...” Make It A Kaua‘i Grown Day! Here are some simple ways to support Kaua'i farmers and ranchers, while sharing fresh local foods with your keiki and family: • Visit your neighborhood farmers market and bring your family • Shop and cook seasonally fresh is almost always more delicious • Get to know farmers & ranchers, and how they prepare their favorites • Expand your comfort zone, it can be fun to experiment with new flavors • Ask for the Kaua`i Grown and Kaua`i Made products at your local grocery • Order what’s fresh and in season when you dine out • Serve your family more fresh, local and healthy choices at home! SPRING 2012 17
COVER STORY we can help close the gap between what (continued from page 17) we grow and raise here on Kaua'i and what we buy,” said Melissa McFerrin, Executive The Haraguchi family Administrator of the Kaua'i County Farm were among the first to Bureau. “Many people ask us where to join the Kaua'i Grown find the local products that are grown here program, a coopera- or how to learn more about our farms. tion between the Kaua'i County Farm Bureau Kaua'i Grown is about bringing the and County of Kaua'i community together and creating to promote our local more relationships between farmers farmers and ranchers and customers, so that we can know and the unique farm what is locally available and where to products that are creat- find it. Buying local is not only an is- ed with what we grow sue of supporting our farmers, but also and raise here on Kaua'i. Farmers and a public health issue to encourage our ranchers are joining along with retailers keiki to eat more healthy, fresh foods and restaurants who support this commu- and seasonal fruits and vegetables.” nity wide effort to support our agriculture community and buy more local products. Toward that end, Kaua'i Grown is work- You can find more information on the W.T. ing with the County, Get Fit Kaua'i and Haraguchi Farm, Hanalei Taro & Juice other partners on an online directory of Company at www.kauaigrown.org along farms, farm products, and the retailers with a directory of other farms and ranches and restaurants who carry them as well as around the island. “Kaua'i Grown is a way a signage system to help identify Kaua'i Grown products at point of purchase. 18 kauaifamilymagazine.com
From Farm to Table… Spotlight on Kaua'i Community Market At Kaua'i Community Market each week, Lyndsey’s husband Brad Nakayama offers up fruit juices, Hawaiian plates, Taro burgers and local specials at the Hanalei Taro & Juice Co. wagon. Kaua'i Community Market is held weekly on Saturdays from 9:30am to 1pm in the KCC front parking lot. Kaua'i Community Market is a cooperation between the Kaua'i County Farm Bureau and Kaua'i Community College to promote greater connection between farmers and community. For more information visit Kaua'i Cover Keiki enjoy a www.kauaicommunitymarket.org. gourmet chocolate covered banana by CocoBananas Hand Rolled Fresh For a full listing of farmers markets, local events, Butter Crust Pies stores and restaurants featuring Kaua'i Grown featuring fresh PIES products, please visit www.kauaigrown.org local avors! SWEETS & SAVORIES Operated by the Kaua'i County Farm Bureau supported by County of Kaua'i, Kaua'i Grown Bring in this ad for a is the official program to promote our farmers FREE Shaka Pie Pop! and ranchers and their farm fresh products, as well as the Kaua'i product producers, retailers, with any purchase - Expires 5.15.2012 and restaurants who showcase what our farmers grow and raise on Kaua'i. Daily 11-6 • 1543 Haleukana St. 212-8320 Puhi Industrial Park • www.RightSlice.com School Trip Idea: Ho'opulapula Haraguchi Rice Mill Ho'opulapula Haraguchi Rice Mill is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving, docu- menting, and interpreting this unique historic structure which is Hawai'i's only remaining rice mill and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Tours by appointment only. Teachers may contact the Educational Coordinator Lyndsey Haraguchi-Nakayama directly for tour scheduling and curriculum information at [email protected] or 808.651.3399. Please respect residents & endangered wildlife - No public access into the farm & Rice Mill except for these exclusive guided tours. SPRING 2012 19
EDUCATION Time to get registered for kindergarten! HOW TO START • Legal documents. Bring the legal doc- To find out which school to register your uments if there were changes to your child at, you can: Call or stop by the el- child’s name, custody arrangement, or ementary schools in your area and give guardianship. them your street address. The office • Proof of current local address. Your staff can tell you if your address falls in child must live within the school’s geo- the school’s district. graphic district. Bring an electric, tele- phone, or cable bill, or a housing or WHAT YOU NEED TO REGISTER: rental agreement. If you have questions Bring the following documents to the about geographic exceptions, ask the school to register your child: school registrar. • Health Records (Form 14). Physical Ex- amination, Written documentation of re- OTHER INFORMATION: quired Immunizations, Tuberculosis (TB) If your child has been enrolled in any clearance. special needs preschool program, • Birth Certificate. Bring an original or cer- please share this information at the time tified copy of your child’s birth certificate. of registration. Your child must be age 5 by December 31. Don't Trust Your Floors to Just Any Contractor Bring in this ad and receive 10% off Retail Purchase. Expires May 15, 2012 Flooring Innovations & Interiors 3093 Peleke St., Lihue HI 96766 246.3401 ext. 23 • c: 639.3167 f: 246.4826 email: [email protected] 24 kauaifamilymagazine.com
EDUCATION Making the most of your parent teacher conference By Bridget Arume Purpose of a Parent Teacher Conference You might ask questions like: What kinds of is to share important information about tests & quizzes do you give? Are there special your child so that they can do their best programs to suit my child’s needs & interests? in school. Keep the focus on what will be best for your child. Your child’s teacher might ask questions like: How much time does your child You, the parent will understand how your spend on homework? How do you think child is doing at school & your child’s your child learns best? (for example, by teacher learns about likes and dislikes, listening, seeing, touching?) strengths and growth areas from you as the main teacher in your child’s life. Tips for Success: 1) Arrive on time and talk about your In preparing for a successful conference: biggest concerns first. review your child’s schoolwork, skills 2) Listen carefully and ask for clarification. you’d like to point out & difficulties you 3) Stay calm & positive. Avoid conflict. would like to discuss. Note: this is the 4) Make an ACTION PLAN before you leave. appropriate time to share any changes 5) Thank your child’s teacher for her effort. in home life or family losses. 6) Aftertheconferencetalkwithyourchildand follow up with the action plan. Keep the rela- Write your questions & think of ques- tionship positive and communication open. tions your teacher might ask. Parenting classes Parenting starts before your baby PARENT PROJECT is born and continues until adult- Parents of middle and high hood. It never really stops. school age children; $20.00 LOVING SOLUTIONS Bridget (808) 639-0284 Disciplining with Love Kapa'a High School. 5:30- 8:30 ages 5-10 years old; $30.00 Sue (808) 828-1212 MAKUA KEIKI Kilauea parent center Come and have fun at Call for details a six week class in Lihue. POSITIVE PARENTING Parents of birth to 9 yrs; Parents of pre-K to FREE - Childcare available kindergarten; (808) 632-2114. Space Limited mini workshop. Gloria OHA Funded. 6:00- 8:00pm (808)241-3150. King Kaumuali'i: 5:30- 7:00pm POSITIVE PARENTING Parents of pre-K to Parenting Central can be reached at kindergarten; mini workshop. Gloria (808) 241-3150. 821-6972 x 116 or King Kaumuali'i. 5:30- 7:00pm at [email protected] SPRING 2012 25
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EDUCATION Parenting in a digital world By Chuck Lasker It’s difficult enough to keep up with what 6. Keep learning and talking. The digi- your kids are doing with other kids at tal world is changing fast. Keep asking school and at play. But these days you your kids to help you along. have to deal with their online activities, By encouraging responsible Internet use too. Kids are joining the “social web” at and showing your kids you are enjoying younger and younger ages. Despite the learning about social media with them, Facebook minimum age of 13 to create you will set yourself up as the first place an account, a recent Pew Internet sur- they will go when they have concerns vey* found that almost half of American with anything that is happening online. 12-year olds have Facebook accounts. And that’s the most important thing we It might be tempting to take the simple can do as parents. path of shutting your children out of the Chuck Lasker is an Internet consultant, social web completely. However, they social media educator, and writer who could end up falling behind in the online successfully raised his two sons during skills they will need for their education the internet revolution. and careers. Instead, you could use this * http://bit.ly/pewstats opportunity to help your kids become responsible online users while encour- SPRING 2012 27 aging open communications. There are steps you can take to protect your kids while encouraging responsible digital citizenship. 1. Watch the video and review the comments at this Phineas and Ferb web page: http://bit.ly/Cybersmart. There is a link near the bottom for parents, too. 2. Sign up on Facebook and start using it yourself. Ask your kids to help you understand it as a way to en- courage communication. 3. Insist that your kids make you a Facebook “friend.” Tell them you will not post embarrassing things on their pages (and then be sure you don’t). 4. Regularly review what your kids post and their friends list. Ask about friends you don’t recognize. 5. Be a good digital citizen yourself. How you behave online will influence how your kids behave online.
EDUCATION The Department Of Education Section Is Brought To You By PACIFIC SERVICE & DEVELOPMENT, YOUR NAPA AUTO PARTS STORES ON KAUA'I Proverbs of a first grader A first grade teacher collected well-know proverbs. She gave each child in her class the first half of a proverb and asked them to come up with the remainder of the proverb. It’s hard to believe these were actually done by first graders! Their insight may surprise you. While reading these, keep in mind that these are first graders...six year-olds, be- cause the last one is classic! Better to be safe than................................................................... ”punch a 5th grader” Strike while the.......................................................................................... ”bug is close” Never underestimate the power of................................................................ ”termites” You can lead a horse to water, but......................................................................”how?” Don’t bite the hand that..............................................................................”looks dirty” No news is...................................................................................................”impossible” A miss is as good as a............................................................................................. ”Mr.” You can’t teach an old dog new.......................................................................... ”math” If you lie down with dogs, you’ll..................................................”stink in the morning” Love all, trust........................................................................................................... ”me” The pen is mightier than the.................................................................................”pigs” An idle mind is.............................................................................”the best way to relax” Happy is the bride who................................................................”gets all the presents” A penny saved is........................................................................................... ”not much” Two’s company, three’s........................................................................ ”the Musketeers” Laugh and the whole world laughs with you, cry and...”you have to blow your nose” Children should be seen and not............................................”spanked or grounded” If at first you don’t succeed..............................................................”get new batteries” And the kicker : Better late than............................................................................................”pregnant!!!” 28 kauaifamilymagazine.com
EDUCATION Cooking up a storm with Books Children love to eat but they also love to cook/bake. It teaches them how to follow directions as well as measuring and patience. They also have fun eating their creations. The Library has many fiction and non-fiction books on cooking/baking for children of all ages. Picture books Non-Fiction Amelia Bedelia Bakes Off — Parish, Scholastic’s The Magic School Bus Gets Herman. Amelia Bedelia enters a baking Baked in a Cake — Beech, Linda. The contest by mistake and creates a delicious class tries to bake a cake for Ms. Frizzle’s treat. Grades 1-3 birthday but end up inside of it. Grades 1-3 Fancy Nancy and the Delectable Cup- cakes — O’Connor, Jane. Fancy Nancy Pink Princess Cookbook — Beery, Barba- bakes cupcakes for the school bake sale ra. Fun recipes for sweet treats. Grades 3-5 but forgets one very important detail. Preschool - Grade 2 You Can Cook — Karmel, Annabel. Color photos inspire children to make a variety Froggy Bakes a Cake — London, Jona- of tempting recipes. Grades 2 & up than. Froggy makes a big mess helping Usborne Children’s Book of Baking his father make a cake for his mother’s Patchett, Fiona. Simple but yummy step- birthday. Preschool - Grade 2 by step recipes to impress everyone. Grades 3 & up Fiction Dora & Diego Let’s Cook Even young It’s Raining Cupcakes — Schroeder, Lisa. children can help in the kitchen. Preschool Isabel desperately wants to enter a bak- and up. ing contest where the finalists get a trip to New York. Grades 4-6 SPRING 2012 29 Bake Sale — Varon, Sara. Graphic novel about Cupcake who runs a bakery but dreams of traveling. Grades 3 & up
EDUCATION Bank of Hawaii would like to support all of Kaua'i’s Keiki and Families in their Financial Education. Kaua'i Community College Kaua'i Community College is a great enter the work force, their skills prepare place to start a career in any of the Sci- them for jobs in sectors such as environ- ence, Technology, Engineering and mental monitoring or agriculture. Many Math (STEM) fields, and it is also a great of the students from our electronics pro- place to increase your skill level in any gram go to work at the Pacific Missile of those subjects as well. Students can Range Facility. complete the first two years of math and For students not seeking a degree, but other disciplines for any STEM field right interested in a better skill base, KCC here at home at KCC. They also have offers a variety of programs that can the option of completing certificates improve existing skill sets in motivated in Plant Bioscience, Electronics, Hawaiian Botany, Marine Op- individuals. Improving their tions, Polynesian Voyag- expertise can help these stu- ing, Digital Media Arts, dents advance in their fields or Facilities Engineer- ing Technology. They and take advantage of the op- can currently earn an As- portunities in the 21st century sociate in Science Degree in work force. Electronics, and the college is working on strengthening other pathways to STEM ca- reers here at home. Students in these fields have exciting opportunities to work in sci- ence and engineering fields, whether it is creating rock- ets, helping to develop jet fuel from algae, studying our reefs, or building a canoe. When qualified students finish at KCC, they can automatically transfer to four-year degree programs at any UH institu- tion. For students who wish to 30 kauaifamilymagazine.com
Paying for college EDUCATION just got easier Recognizing the need for private student and build their credit scores while they are loans for its members, Kaua'i Community still in school. FCU now offers a funding solution to stu- dents and their families with the EdAccess EdAccess Private Student Loan Benefits Private Student Loan, which is available include: through cuStudentLoans.org. • Zero origination fee for qualified The EdAccess Private Student Loan can student borrowers help pay for all qualified education ex- • Low rates, and with good grades get penses, including tuition, room and even lower rates board, books, computers, even past due • 1% interest rate reduction once you tuition bills. Borrow as little as $2,000 or repay 10% of the loan as much as $30,000 per year for a maxi- • 30-day no-fee return policy allows mum of $120,000 in undergraduate loans you to cancel the loan if you find a or $160,000 in graduate loans. This pri- better option vate student loan option also includes a • No cosigner required for qualified unique financial literacy component that student borrowers helps students learn good credit habits To apply/for more information, go to: www.custudentloans.org/kcfcu Kauai Community College/OCET CONTINUING EDUCATION AND TRAINING! Professional Development: Mediation, Effective Meeting Management, Roxanne Mac-‐ Marketing, Dynamic Speaking, and the latest software classes Art/Fitness/Health: Advanced Tennis, Fitness Walking the Nordic Way, Healing Touch, Stress Reduction, Learn to Meditate, Native Hawaiian Art Series, The Art of Carving: Basic Sculpting, Dive into Watercolor, and Exploring Shakespeare. Personal Growth: Motorcycle Basic Rider Course, Speech classes-‐From Page to Stage, Occupational Safety: Forklift Certification, Ocean Safety-‐Thrill Craft Certification Job Training: Basic Office Skills, Welding, Health Information Technology AND MUCH MORE! See our full catalog & download our registration form http://info.kauai.hawaii.edu/training/ or Call 245-‐8318 SPRING 2012 31
Kids college for the summer Under development at Kaua'i Commu- lizing wind, solar and hydro energy sys- nity College for “Kids College” in the tems, students will generate their own Summer of 2012 will be a series of popu- electricity to power wheel, windmill, and lar, hands-on, science and technology water wheels. programs. Five, week-long programs for students ages 11, 12, and 13. Robotics - Think you can build a robot? Planet Kaua'i - Want to grow up and be Students will be introduced to building a scientist? Get outdoors in this class and and programming a Lego Mindstorm, test the quality of the air and soil, learn creating activities to complete on a “Mis- the make-up of our island’s water, geog- sions” mat. raphy, air and monitor the intensity of the sun’s ultraviolet radiation. Technologies Busted: Myths in Science - Ever wonder such as the GPS and renewable energy what happens when you drop a mentos devices will be used to monitor the en- candy into soda? Or will pop-rocks re- vironment. ally make your stomach explode? Join Rocketry - What makes a high-flying fellow mythbusters and help determine rocket? How can you tell how high it will the truth behind several well-known ur- fly? Students will build, launch and re- ban legends, utilizing hands-on trial and cover a model rocket that they build from error formats, while learning about myths scratch, using basic classroom material. related to pressure and temperature. A “Launch Day” will culminate the week’s activities and be open to attendance by Contact the KCC Office of Continuing family and friends. Education and Training (OCET), to get Power Kaua'i - Learn how to power a on the waiting list for this popular classes Logo Ferris wheel without batteries. Uti- that unusually sell-out every summer. We also would like to know your requests 32 kauaifamilymagazine.com and suggestions for other summer one- week “camps”: Call 808 245-8318
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presentS SPRING 2012 TRJoheTiengoFIiudnsnat!eyr! Enter by APRIL 20TH! •AlEl xppaerrtiiecnipcaetainpgroKfeeisksiiownialll: photo shoot at Photo Spectrum MKAKAeKikSUEiCPAoIRTvIeIrSNASCeGKKaHrEcABOhIRWUKOEiIAnLnACIeSrOKGsDKVRPyIlOERiReREOaWnCdSGNTEPROuADaA’RaRAMlaYCYSH • Receive one FREE 4x6 photo to take home • Be invited to the May 12th Keiki Cover Search Event at Kukui Grove • Enjoy a day of entertainment, keiki activities, resources and goody bags • Support Kaua'i Big Brothers, Big Sisters with your participation • Have a chance to become one of the four selected winners! Deadline to participate is April 20, 2012. Online entries must be received by 11:59pm on this date. Mail-in entries must be postmarked by this date. For complete rules, online application and more information visit our website: www.kauaifamilymagazine.com *Contest open to keiki of Kaua'i county residents who have not previously appeared on the cover and fit into the age categories described. Contact for questions: [email protected] or call 808.639.5656. 34 kauaifamilymagazine.com
Do You Want Your Keiki To Appear On The Cover Of Our Magazine? Kaua'i Family Magazine is looking for four keiki 12 & under to appear on the cover of a future issue of Kaua'i Family Magazine. Here’s how you join in the fun: Step 1: Enter ONLINE on our website www.kauaifamilymagazine.com OR MAIL in the registration form below along with a $25.00 registration fee. A portion of your entrance fee will support Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Kaua'i. Step 2: All keiki will receive a free professional photo shoot at Photo Spectrum where your headshots will be taken for contest judging. Step 3: Join the Keiki Cover Search Event at Kukui Grove on May 12th where the final judging will take place and the winners will be announced! PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY. ONE FORM FOR EACH ENTRY. FORM MAY BE COPIED Name of Child_ _____________________________________________________ Name of Parent_ ____________________________________________________ Child’s Age as of April 20, 2012_________ Child’s Date of Birth___________ Please mark ONE category ❏ Ages 6 mos. - 23 mos. ❏ Ages 2 - 4 yrs. ❏ Ages 5 - 8 yrs. ❏ Ages 9 - 12 yrs. Address_____________________________________________________________________ City _ _____________________ S tate _____________ Zip______________________________ Email _______________________________________ Phone__________________________ *Please enclose check for $25 payable to Kaua'i Family Magazine Mail to: Kaua'i Family Magazine - Cover Kids - PO Box 665, Lihu'e, HI 96766 SPRING 2012 35
KEIKI & YOUTH ACTIVITIES Hawai'i Children’s Theatre By Ron Horoshko Dolly Kanekuni and her son Blade are having Blade play your son?” “Priceless”. connected. They love each other and re- Now that the show is over is “Charlie” still spect each other’s being. Dolly was Mrs. hanging around? “Blade went seamless- Bucket and Blade was her son Charlie; two ly from himself to the role of ‘Charlie’ as roles that brought to life a lovely they’re very much alike!” place where poor is powerful and Willy Wonka – the musical story of hope is a golden Charlie and the Chocolate Factory ticket. – made life special for a couple What was it like dozen families that worked on this to play “Charlie” play either as actors or produc- knowing your real tion staff. They sang, danced and life mother was played together for 12 weeks in your mother on preparation for the November stage? Awesome! show. Blade said.” What HCT's blend of adults and children was it like being in plays is not common in most Mrs. Bucket and productions but it works well here on Kaua'i. Children learn from sea- soned actors while seasoned actors Congratulations TAIK0 to Aloha Dance Studio! The Art of Japanese Taiko Drumming They have been invited to represent the whole state March 12 - March 16th of Hawaii as the one and only delegate to join the international dance festival, spring of 2013.... Location : St.Michael’s Church (next to Lihue Library) Time : 3:30 - 4:30 Aloha Dance Studio is accepting Age : 5 and up Tuition : $15/1 hr. Session enrollment for our 2012 session beginning on January 3rd! Introducing traditional Japanese songs and movements, cultural experiences and language, this powerful and Ballet • Tap • Jazz spirited drumming class will create an excellent body- Hip Hop • Flamenco Contemporary cardiovascular-brain workout for the children. Lyrical • Pointe For more information contact Aki Conquest at [email protected] Professional instruction for ages 3 years old through adults for all levels Regular weekly classes are available on and abilities with a fun and exciting Fridays 4:00 - 4:30pm at St.Michael’s. learning atmosphere. We are open 6 days a week and offer over 30 classes. The cost is $10 per lesson. 2 Recital per year! “Just Dance” Master classes and workshop with “So you think you can dance” & “America’s best dance crew” Elite Company Groups 245-1810 www.AlohaDanceStudio.com Director: Tiffany Dodge Centrally located in Lihue just behind Home Depot. 36 kauaifamilymagazine.com
are inspired by the full throttle enthu- Hawai'i Children’s Theatre programs siasm of the children. The value of the provide a variety of educational ex- end result could be seen on the faces of periences for ages 5 to young adult, the hundreds of keiki and families who including the popular after school were whisked away into a “world of pure Fall Musical program, Summer Stars imagination” at each performance. and Pono Players message theatre Before playing Charlie, Blade had been for youth. It also offers volunteer in several roles on stage. This was his opportunities for seasoned per- first time playing the central character formers, parents and community and he was on stage from nearly begin- members. Over 10,000 children and ning to end of the show. families attend HCT performances “This was a huge development oppor- each year. tunity for him,” said Dolly, “as well as the other children who participate in Summer Stars registration opens HCT programs each year. Participating March 1, for program beginning together in a full scale production is a June 4. Classes and summer show wonderful way to use and build skills in for ages 5 and up. No previous the- dancing, singing and acting but it is so atre experience required. much more than that. Most importantly it teaches our keiki about teamwork, pa- For more information on the Hawai'i tience, and leadership and gives them Children’s Theatre contact the office confidence, which as a parent is the best at 808-246-8985 or visit us online at gift of all.” hawaiichildrenstheatre.com. Dance classes for all ages and abilities SINGING LESSONS Kauai Dance Center www.kauaidancecenter.com Singing is a physical activity that can be learned by anyone! 823-9588 Sing the songs you love in any style North Shore •Kapaa • Lihue with a natural, clear and strong sound WINTER 2011 37 throughout your entire range! Dolly Kanekuni Vocal Studios Lihue • Kilauea • Honolulu • Skype [email protected] (808) 652-1323 Private lessons weekly or learn at your own pace. Ages 6-adult. Scholarships available
GAMEKIDS Comes to Kaua'i GAMEKIDS will make its Kaua'i de- GAMEKIDS also has a nonprofit section, but this February on their own internet GAMEKIDS Educational Adventures, channel on Kaua'i based Hawai'i Stream. which hosts several times a year on differ- GAMEKIDS is an educational TV show ent islands, the PLAYDANCE Performing for children which previously ran for sev- Arts Day Camps to give opportunity for eral seasons on Time Warner’s Oceanic local children to experience theater and Cable channel 16 (known as OC16). It the media arts for both beginner and featured some of Hawai'i’s most talent- advanced children. PLAYDANCE camps ed children and teens. run one week with a finale performance. GAMEKIDS is being produced by Media The next PLAYDANCE will run March 12- Bridge, an award winning multimedia 16 on the grounds of the Koloa Union educational publishing company. Ren- Church in Koloa. It is open to children nie Mau, Executive Producer/Director in grades 2-8. They will be performing a and founder created GAMEKIDS in 1995 special version of Peter Pan. when the internet was young. GAME- For more information contact GAME- KIDS.COM has since received many KIDS via website at www.gamekids.com awards for its educational emphasis and or phone (808) 280-9591 or e-mail: a \"safe surf” web site for kids and teens [email protected]. which focuses on how children play and use their imagination around the world. 38 kauaifamilymagazine.com
Kauai Gymnastics Academy Begin Here...Go Anywhere Birthday Parties • Gymnastics • Back Handsprings Safe Environment • Parkour to learn the Fun • Boys Only Classes Of Gymnastics • Parent and Tot Classes • Non-Competitive Teams • Exhibition Teams • New Bigger Facility 4224 Hanahao Place - Puhi email: [email protected] www.kauaigymnastics.com CALL: 245-8863 5 OFF$ Family Membership with coupon and new student registration SPRING 2012 39
Youth Spring and Summer Sports April 9 to August May 26 Puuwai Canoe Club's Children's Hershey Track and Field Program & Kapa'a Boys & Girls Club Paddling Program Free event at Vidinha Stadium for youth ages 9 thru 14. Registrations due by May 18, 2012. A Spring and Summer Paddling Program for (Registration NOT accepted on day of meet). children ages 10 - 18, coached by our volunteer Forms available at all Neighborhood Centers. staff and in conjunction with the Kapa'a Boys For more information contact and Girls Clubs. Pat Viernes 241-6858 Location: Wailua River in Kapa'a Contact Brian Curll at 635-6311 Swim Kaua'i Aquatics or email: [email protected] PuuwaiOutriggercanoeclub.org Ages 5 - 18 Competitive Swimming and Physi- cal Fitness (Year Round Swim Team) April 28 & 29 Monday through Saturday 3.30pm - 6 pm Mayor’s Age Group Track Meet according to ability level Our only require- ments.. be able to swim one length and smile! Free! This two-day event is held at Vidinha Assistant Coach Kathleen Littlefield Stadium for all students K-Grade 8. Over (808) 652-1385 1,000 youth participate in this annual event pro- viding various field and running competition. For more information contact Aaron Uyeda, East Complex Supervisor at 822-0511 40 kauaifamilymagazine.com
KPAL Get Healthy! Lose Weight! The Kaua'i Police Activities League (KPAL) provides an array of activities island-wide for For more info or to buy young people between the ages of five and contact your coach or 18, or still in high school. local coach Tiffani Yim The cost is $20 per activity, or you can sign up at www.tiffaniyim.com for an annual fee of $50 which allows you to Ask about challenge participate in any KPAL activity at any location group info for all levels! throughout the year. Scholarships are available (50% off for each activity) for those who receive SPRING 2012 41 Free meals at school. Proof of qualification is required at registration. KPAL YOUTH CENTER ACTIVITIES (located at 4800 Kawaihau Road, Kapa'a): JIU-JITSU (Ages 7 to 18) Tuesdays – (Ages 7 to 11), 6pm to 7pm, (Ages 12 to 17), 7pm to 8pm WRESTLING (Ages 6 to 18) Wednesday & Friday – 4pm to 6 pm HIP HOP DANCE (Ages 5 to 18) Wednesday & Friday- 3 pm to 4 pm To join any of the above activities show up during the scheduled class time. For more in- formation on activities held at the KPAL Youth Center in Kapa'a, email: [email protected] or call Officer Ozaki at 652-6999. KPAL ACTIVITIES IN OTHER LOCATIONS ISLANDWIDE: BOXING (Ages 7 to 18) Locations in Lihu'e & Hanapepe. Continuous recruitment. For more information, contact Officer Mark Ozaki at 652-6999, email: [email protected] WRESTLING (Ages 6 to 18) . Second location at Lihu'e Veterans Center Hall. Season from January to June. Contact: Officer Mark Ozaki 652-6999 or email [email protected] SEA SCOUTS (Ages 13 to 19) Meets weekly at the Kapa'a Youth Center. Continuous recruitment. Contact: Commodore Larry Richardson at 652-0802 or email: [email protected] NORTHSHORE BASKETBALL (Ages 5-13 ) Kilauea Neighborhood Center (Season from February to May) Call Officer Mark Ozaki or email: [email protected] FLAG FOOTBALL (Grades K -12) Island Wide (Season from April to July) Call Mark Ozaki 652-6999 or email: [email protected]. Visit us at Facebook/KauaiPoliceActivitiesLeague
COUNTY OF KAUA'I - SPRING 2012 RECREATION PROGRAMS AND SPECIAL EVENTS For Seniors For Keiki Ongoing Senior Programs April 28 & 29 Classes and activities are scheduled Mayor’s Age Group Track Meet at community neighborhood centers throughout the island. Some of the Free!This two-day event is held at Vidinha classes available include: art, aquatics, Stadium for all students K-Grade 8. Over ukulele, hula, bonsai, cultural dances, 1,000 youth participate in this annual exercise, hanafuda, weaving, quilting, event providing various field and running chorus, line dance, sewing, crafts, paint- competition. For more information con- ing, and others. tact Aaron Uyeda, East Complex Supervi- If you are interested in joining our senior sor at 822-0511. program or would like a monthly senior calendar contact the Neighborhood Cen- May 26 ter closest to you. Kekaha NC ..............................337-1671 Hershey Track and Field Waimea NC .............................338-1122 Kaumakani NC ........................335-5770 Free event at Vidinha Stadium for youth Hanapepe NC .........................335-3731 ages 9 thru 14. Registrations due by May Kalaheo NC .............................332-9770 18, 2012. (Registration NOT accepted on Koloa NC .................................742-1313 day of meet). Forms available at all Neigh- Lihu'e NC .................................241-6857 borhood Centers. For more information Kapa'a NC ...............................822-1931 contact Pat Viernes at 241-6858. Kilauea NC ..............................828-1421 February – July June 12th-July 20th (except July 4) Senior Softball League 2012 Summer Enrichment A social and competitive island-wide Program Information: sports program for seniors 55 and over. Ages: 5-11 years old For more information contact Pat Bani- Program Hours: 7:30 am- 5:30 pm yaga at 651-5880. Locations: King K. Elementary, Wilcox Elementary, Lihu'e NC, Kapa'a NC, 42 kauaifamilymagazine.com Kilauea NC, Koloa NC, Kalaheo NC, Hanapepe NC, & Kekaha NC. * Limited Enrollment * Parents must provide child with lunch, snacks & drinks
COUNTY OF KAUA'I - SPRING 2012 RECREATION PROGRAMS AND SPECIAL EVENTS Enrichment Registration: The Kaua'i Bus Date: May 15th & 16th, 2012 Time: 8:00 am- 4:00 pm Fixed Route Service: (bus stop to bus stop) Location: At Neighborhood Cen- Monday - Friday 5:27 a.m. - 7:50 pm ters previously listed (King K and Saturday and Holiday 6:21 a.m. - 5:50 pm Wilcox registration at Lihu'e NC) Fee: $100 for 1 child. Fee PARK & RIDE LOCATIONS reduced for each additional child, & by 50% for income eligible families. • KEKAHA NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER-TENNIS COURTS * Money order or check only, made payable • WAIMEA ATHLETIC FIELD to Director of Finance • HANAPEPE MULTIPURPOSE BUILDING • KALAHEO NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER For More Information: call your re- • KAPA'A NEW TOWN PARK-SKATE AREA spective Neighborhood Centers. (numbers on facing page) SPRING 2012 43
TEEN ACTIVITIES Babysitting Classes KPD-KCC Police April Explorer Program PATCH is offering the following training in The Explorer Program is for career-ori- Kapaa during the month of April (Date TBA): ented young adults aged 14 through 20. Babysitting Part I: Child care basics Members are referred to as \"Explorer\" for teenagers interested in working with and, while the program is part of the young children: Safety & Health, Child Boy Scouts of America, the Explorer Development, Feeding & Bedtime. program is instinctively different from Babysitting Part II: Child care basics scouting As an Explorer, young adults for teenagers interested in working with have the opportunity to assist the Kaua'i young children: Activities, Behaviors, Pro- Police Department. Although the Po- fessional Development. lice Explorers Program is law enforce- Contact: Cathy at 246-0622 to sign up. ment oriented, Explorers are volunteers and do not serve as police employees, National Credit Union sworn or civilian. Youth Week April 23-27 Contact: Officer Darla Abbatiello at 241-1674. Credit unions celebrate youth in April. Visit any Kaua'i Community FCU office Kaua'i Junior and participate in our youth savings de- Lifeguard Program posit challenge. Cash drawing, free priz- es, contests and games. The program is free and is designed to Contact: Terri Kaniho at 246-1227 or teach young people, ages 13 to 17, ocean email [email protected] safety and lifesaving skills. Additionally, it covers drug awareness, physical condi- Teen Open Mic Nite tioning and competition skills. To be eli- gible for the workshop, participants must Weekly be committed to the challenges it offers and be able to swim and run 100 yards Located at The Jam Room At Kukui non-stop without assistance. There are Grove. The Jam Room is the hangout five sites scheduled in June for this year’s for teens and tweens on Fridays from Junior Lifeguard Program: Salt Pond, Ly- 6:30pm-8:30pm dgate, Hanalei, Po'ipu, and Kalapaki. The week-long sessions run Monday through Junior Leader Program Friday, 10 am to 2 pm. For more information, please call the Ocean All children 12 through 16 years old qualify Safety Bureau at 241-4984 or 241-4979. to take part in our Junior Leader program. Each applicant is required to submit a one- page essay on describing their reasons on why they want to be a Junior Leader. There are three positions available per program site. This program provides youth with an opportunity for personal development, community service, and career sampling. Contact: email [email protected], or call 808-241-5126. 44 kauaifamilymagazine.com
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TEENS Helping teens take charge of their healthcare Courtesy of Kids Health Preparing kids for independence and that the decisions made in the teen adulthood brings many challenges for years about things like alcohol, drugs, parents — teaching teens to drive, ne- healthy eating, exercise, sex, and smok- gotiating later curfews, researching col- ing can have long-term consequences— leges, and discussing tough topics, to even if teens feel invincible. Becoming name just a few. more invested in their own health care Among these hurdles is helping teens lets teens learn more about and under- start managing their own health care. It stand the potential outcomes of choices can be hard to let go — after all, mom they make now. and dad have been handling the doctor At what age are teens able to start taking appointments, prescriptions, immuniza- some control? It can vary: Factors such as tions, and countless other medical con- a teen’s maturity level, health issues, and cerns since their kids were born. ability to keep track of the details all play But it’s important to guide teens toward a role, as does a parent’s willingness to taking on this responsibility. After all, relinquish control. parents won’t always be around to So, how can parents start hand- manage their children’s health ing over the reins? It can be- care — and in most cases, gin by talking about medical once their kids become adults, topics in age-appropriate ways with their kids; for in- legally they won’t stance, discussing medica- be allowed to. tions they take and why, or And keep teaching kids with chronic in mind conditions ways to help care for their medical equipment. Maybe your teenage son or daughter is ready to handle filling and refilling his or her own pre- scriptions. It’s important for moms and dads to let their adolescents have some private time to talk with the health care provider. Dur- ing puberty and the teen years, kids are likely to have questions or is- sues that they’re not comfortable discussing while 46 kauaifamilymagazine.com
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HEALTHY OHANA Think energy drinks are safe? Think again Do you know what you or your keiki are ingredient is caffeine. Some contain Kola drinking? nut, another supplement that also adds more caffeine to your beverage. Others One of the fastest - growing segments in contain ginseng, which is not caffeine, the beverage industry is energy drinks. but can interact with medications such as They are marketed under many different blood thinners, heart medications, and names such as 5 Hour Energy, Rockstar, diuretics. Some energy drinks can contain Monster and AMP; however, they are very bitter orange and ma huang, which are different from sports drinks and should be banned substances in sports and are con- scrutinized before consuming, especially sidered stimulants. Sadly, many energy before you give it to a child. drinks contain all or many of these ingredi- ents that add up to a whopping surprise. Energy drinks can contain many different types of ingredients, some of which can Read drink labels carefully so interact adversely with medications and you know what you and your others that are essentially caffeine, but keiki are drinking! go by another name. The FDA does not limit levels of caffeine or Additionally, energy drinks can have other other ingredi- ingredients that act similarly to caffeine ents in ener- and cause jitteriness or other harmful side gy drinks, effects. In some countries, energy drinks simply have been banned or limited to adults because because of possible harmful health effects they are – particularly when combined with antide- consid- pressant medications, blood thinners, and ered a attention disorder medications, some- type of times a potentially lethal combination. supple- Many energy drinks have caffeine levels ment. The of more than 500 mg – equal to 14 cans result: You of most caffeinated soft drinks. Caffeine at and your these high dose levels can be toxic and keiki could be even deadly, particularly to children. getting much Read drink labels carefully so you know higher doses of what you and your keiki are drinking! caffeine or other The safest and healthiest way to keep ingredients than from getting dehydrated is to simply what is considered drink water! safe. Heather Hopkins, MD, B.S.PT In fact, most energy Physical Medicine, Rehab, & Sports Medicine drinks contain extremely Kaua'i Medical Clinic high levels of caffeine. An Affiliate of Hawai'i Pacific Health Some contain guarana, a di- etary supplement whose main 48 kauaifamilymagazine.com
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HEALTHY OHANA Raising awareness of this country’s in- Kaua'i, Kaua'i Path, the Department of creasing obesity epidemic can be diffi- Education, Kaua'i Community College, cult. Each of us loves friends and family the Department of Health, and Malama members who are overweight or obese— Kaua'i are all collaborating as Communities now about two-thirds of all Americans Putting Prevention to Work. This coalition are in that category. When people follow is focused on making fundamental chang- their doctors’ recommendations to lose es that help make the healthy choice the weight by exercising more and eating easy choice. The changes will make it safer healthier foods, they will be less likely to for our children to walk to school and suffer from chronic diseases—afflictions around our neighborhoods, increase bi- like diabetes, heart disease, high blood cycling facilities, and make healthy food pressure, and cancer to name just a easier to find, prepare, and purchase. few—that can be so harmful and reduce Learn how you and your loved ones enjoyment of life’s basic pleasures. can take the LEAP (LIVE Healthy, EAT A strong coalition is working on Kaua'i Well, Be ACTIVE, Live PONO) and help to address and prevent Hawaii’s obesity make all Kaua'i healthier by visiting epidemic. Get Fit Kaua'i, the County of www.TakeTheLEAPHawaii.org. April 14, 2012 at Lydgate Park Registration begins at 6:45am, Walk at 8:00am 50 kauaifamilymagazine.com
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