Kauai Family Magazine Spring 2012

Keiki Cover Search Winners Kylie and Pua'ala

SPRING 2012

KEIKI COVER SEARCH INSIDE! SPRING BREAK ACTIVITIES MAKE IT A KAUA'I GROWN DAY KAUA'I SCHOOLS DIRECTORY

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 opportunities we have to spend time together with our 'ohana.

May 2012 bring you health, prosperity and continued blessings.

Aloha Pumehana,

Bernard P. Carvalho, Jr. Mayor, County of Kaua'i

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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 aspirations 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.

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Notes... from the Publisher Our Spring issue begins a new year for Kaua'i Family Magazine, and like all families, this is a time for planting the seeds for the year. To assist parents with planning their child’s education and activities, check out our Kaua'i Schools Directory on page 22, Spring Break Activities on page 6, and expanded family friendly Calendar of Events on page 8.

Our cover story on Kaua'i Grown focuses on seeds of another kind – planting a future interest in what is grown and raised here on Kaua'i among our keiki, and helping our families with information on where to find locally 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!

We have an expanded format with a professional photo shoot at Photo Spectrum for each child entering. Kaua'i Community Federal Credit Union is our title sponsor this year as we support Kaua'i Big Brothers, Big Sisters.

Our goal is to grow the annual Keiki Cover Search into a full-fledged community event that contributes back to Kaua'i with a charity component, along with new opportunities for keiki to shine.

Aloha, Chrissy Schechter, Publisher

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: chrissyS@KauaiFamilyMagazine.com.

Next Issue: SUMMER 2012 Advertising Deadline: APRIL 5, 2012 Kaua'i Family Magazine is published quarterly as Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter editions.

P.O. Box 665, Lihu'e, HI 96766 Tel. 808-639-5656 www.KauaiFamilyMagazine.com Publisher & Advertising Director: Chrissy Schechter chrissys@kauaifamilymagazine.com 808-639-5656 Staff Photographer: Ron Kosen, Photo Spectrum Guest Editor: Melissa McFerrin Editorial Support: Chuck Lasker

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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

Features...

35 KEIKI COVER SEARCH Do you want your keiki to appear on the cover of our magazine?

Entry form inside!

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SPRING BREAK FUN

School's out – what's in for keiki activities

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Make it a Kaua'i Grown Day

Cover keiki visit W.T. Haraguchi Farm to learn how taro is grown

22 KAUAI SCHOOLS DIRECTORY Comprehensive listing from preschool to college

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FAMILY FRIENDLY CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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TEENS & TWEENS

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KAUA'I BABY & TODDLER

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HEALTHY OHANA

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SENIOR MOMENTS

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FURRY FRIENDS

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FUN & GAMES

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Announce Your Baby's Birth Tracking Your Child's Development Toddler Activities

The Very Hungry Caterpillar 4 Tips to Grow Healthy and Strong Parent - Teacher Conference Tips Parenting in a Digital World Proverbs of a First Grader Cooking Up A Storm with Books Paying For College Just Got Easier Kids College for the Summer

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Hawai'i Children's Theatre GameKids Comes to Kaua'i Youth Spring & Summer Sports County of Kaua'i Recreation Programs

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Teen Activities Helping Teens Take Charge of Health

Are Energy Drinks Safe?

Take the LEAP New Year's Resolution of Prevention

Spending Quality Time with Grandkids Nutrition Help for the Elderly A Pain in the Knee

Easter Pet Safety

Art Contest Water Maze Road Rabbit Visits Hawai'i

Ocean Safety Tips

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PlayDance Performing Arts Day Camp March 12th - 15th, 2012

Japanese Taiko Drumming March 12th - 16th Ages : 5 and up

GAMEKIDS Educational Adventures, will be hosting a PLAYDANCE performing arts day camp March 12-16 in Koloa.

Open to children in grades 2-8, the week long camp will have children rehearsing and performing a special version of PETER PAN on the final evening. The performance is open to the general public with donation. It's for both beginner and advanced students, and is meant to encourage children to ongoing lessons and participation in local community theater. The tuition is affordable with limited scholarships. For more information contact GAMEKIDS “Playdance� visit their website at www. gamekids.com or phone (808) 280-9591 or e-mail: pdkauai@gamekids.com.

Location: St. Michael's Church (next to Lihue Library) Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm Tuition: $75 for 5-day program, $15. per lesson. Introducing traditional Japanese songs and movements, cultural experiences and language, this powerful and spirited drumming class will create an excellent body-cardiovascular-brain workout for the children. For more information contact Aki Conquest at akiconquest@yahoo.com.

'Kama'aina Kids' Day Camp

PMRF Spring Day Camp

March 9th - 16th, 7am - 5:30pm

March 12th -16th, Ages 5 - 18

A safe and exciting adventure for children in grades K-5. Day Camp program includes: Physical Fitness, Arts & Crafts, Cooperative Games, Creative Movement & more! Final Registration Deadline: March 2nd, 2012 ($15 late fee for registrations submitted after 03/02/12). Rates: $150/ session (6 days total) or $30/day. Wilcox Elementary 4319 Hardy Street, Lihu'e. For more information call: 808- 212-8126.

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Services military families and children of DOD civilians and contractors working at the base. An all day camp, 0700-1700, with a weekly fee, based on household income ranging from $62.00-$146.00. Extra curricular activities include excursions, sports, swimming, etc. Contact Sandra Walz Garcia at 335-4419 for youth programs or email sandra.w.garcia@navy.mil.

County of Kaua'i FREE Swim Classes March 13th-16th

Free! Learn to swim classes will be available for youth age 5 thru 11 at the Kapa'a and Waimea Pools.

For more information contact the Kapa'a Pool at 822-3842 or Waimea Pool, 338-1271.

County of Kaua'i Day Camp March 12th -16th

Keep active during the spring recess while learning team building and leadership skills. Camp is $20 at the Lihu'e and Kalaheo Neighborhood Centers. Registra-

tion will be held on Friday, March 2 from 8:00am– 4:00pm at both centers. For more information contact the Lihu'e NC at 241-6858 or Kalaheo NC at 332-9770.

Kaua'i Humane Society Critter Camp

March 12th - 16th Kindergarten - 12 year olds

Cost: $125 per child / $80 for 2nd child By taking advantage of the various camps and workshops offered through Kaua'i Humane Society, children can develop their natural connection with animals in a safe and respectful way.

KHS interactive and effective education program teaches children respect for all animals, safety around animals, and responsible animal care while promoting kindness to animals and their fellow humans, too. For more information about the camps, or workshops, call Mele Brewer at 632-0610. Reserve your space today!

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Calendar of Events EVENTS/FESTIVALS Island School's 33rd Annual Gala Auction

March 10th, 2012, 5pm to 11pm, Kaua'i Marriott Kalapaki. Island School’s premier fundraising event, "An Evening in Paris," will feature old-world charm, fine French wine and cuisine, unique entertainment, and spectacular live, silent, and dessert auctions. Proceeds support tuition aid for students in need. For more information, email auction@ischool.org or call 246-0233.

Prince Kuhio Celebration

Sunday, March 11 - Monday, March 26, Grand Hyatt Kauai'i Resort & Spa, Prince Kuhio Park, Kukui'ula Village, Plantation Gardens and Marriott’s Wai'ohai Beach Club.

Kaua'i Orchid and Art Festival 2012

Friday March 30, 2012, 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Saturday March 31, 2012, 8:00 AM to 4:00 pm: The Kaua'i Orchid and Art Festival showcases free Hawaiian music concerts, art exhibits, ono food and the Garden Island Orchid Society’s Orchid Show. CONTACT: Joanna Carolan, info@bananapatchstudio.com, (808) 335-5944.

Kaua'i Community College 10th Annual Spring Gourmet Gala Tickets are $100.00. April 8, 2012, 6:00pm Contact 245-8243.

Kaua'i Museum May Day Celebration and Lei Contest

Tuesday, May 5, 11:00a.m. - 4:00pm. Free.

Kaua'i Museum.

May Day by the Bay

Saturday, May 12, 9:00a.m. - 6:00pm. $5.

Wai'oli Beach Park.

2012 Kaua'i Polynesian Festival

Thursday May 24 - Sunday May 27. $10.

Vidinha Stadium Soccer Field - call 335-6466.

Banana Poka Roundup

Sunday May 27, 10:00a.m. - 4:00pm. Annual Forest Education Fair by Hui O Laka. Free.

Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow, Kokee State Park.

KEIKI EVENTS Kodonomohi, Children’s Day Celebration

Saturday, March 3, 10am to 2pm. Presented by the Kaua'i Japanese Cultural Society at Kukui Grove.

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Parent & Child Fair

Saturday, April 7, 10am to 2pm at Kukui Grove.

Tiny Miss Garden Island Pageant

Saturday, April 14, Presented by Joy Star Productions. time TBA. At Kukui Grove.

Kaua'i Family Magazine Keiki Cover Search

Saturday, May 12, 10am. Presented by Kaua'i Community FCU. At Kukui Grove Center.

Register by April 20th. For information, Call 639-5656 or visit kauaifamilymagazine.com.

DRAMA Once upon a Dream The Dance Show

Saturday, April 28, 2012 11am & 4pm. KCC Performing Arts. Spectacular Live Dance, Film, Music & Multimedia Performance 80 talented dancers from Kaua'i Dance Center Classical Ballet, Hip Hop, Modern Dance www.kauaidancecenter.com. Call 823-9588 for more information.

Aloha Dance Studio Spring Recital

Sunday May 20, 2012 4:00pm. Celebrating 10 year anniversary. Kaua'i War Memorial Convention Hall. For more info call: (808) 245-1810.

Summer Stars

A performing arts education program. Information and applications can be obtained at www.hawaiichildrenstheatre.com. Registration starts March 1. Program will begin on June 4.

EDUCATION Island School Summer Offerings June 18th to July 13th

Contact: (808) 246-0233 for programs.

Leap into the Arctic

Grades: Pre-K (3 and 4 year old).

Time: 8 am to 12 noon. Cost: TBD

Summer Science/English Shantelle Manibog Grades: Entering K to 2nd grade.

Time: 8 am to 12 noon. Cost: TBD

Summer Science Fun with Cristy Peeren Grades: 1-3. Time: 12 - 4 pm. Cost: TBD

Reading Literacy Clinic

Grades: 3-6. Time: 8 am - 12. Cost: $600

Kaua'i Humane Society Camps

For more information about the camps orworkshops, call Mele Brewer at 632-0610.

Kaua'i Independent Daycare Services, Inc (K.I.D.S. School) Summer Nature Trex

Mid June 2012 through July 2012. Monday through Friday 7 am to 5 pm. Children born in 2009, 2008, 2007. Contact: (808) 822-0262 or email pkunimura@aol.com.

Beginning Spanish classes for children and adults. "Fun with Spanish"

One class is for ages 3-6 and another for ages 7-13. High School and Adult classes and tutoring are arranged based on the individual's schedule.

Call Ana at 482-1863 for times and tuition.

HEALTH Free Health Care For All

February 28th to March 9th, 2012.Tropic Care Kaua'i. For more information and the various locations call 241-3387.

Childbirth Preparation Classes

New classes start monthly. Presented by Virginia Beck, CNP. Founder of Malama Birth Training. For more information call West Kaua'i Clinics 335-0579.

Childbirth & Parent Education Classes

The Tuesday 6-week classes begin on March 13, 2012. Tuesdays 6:00 pm. Topics include: Discomfort & warning signs, Cesarean births, Newborns, Medications and hospital procedures, Labor, Delivery, Postpartum, breastfeeding & more! Call 245-1441 for more information at Wilcox Health.

Get a Grip Video Conference

Saturday, March 3, 2012, 8:30 am. A video conference to hear a variety of physicians from Hawai'i Pacific Health as they explain how to “Get a Grip” on your active lifestyle, sports injuries, how to reduce chances of injuries and more. Call 245-1198 to register.

Walk Around the Block with the Doc

Saturday, April 28, 7:00am. Meet in the lobby of Wilcox Memorial Hospital to start your brisk 1-mile walk around campus with Dr. John Funai, cardiologist at Kaua'i Medical Clinic. Then join Dr. Funai for a delicious healthy breakfast and some heart health tips.

Call 245-1198 to register.

Kupuna Passport to Health Fair May 4, 2012 8:00am – 12:00pm Mahelona Medical Center. Info, training, screenings & more. 823-4136.

MUSIC Traditional Slack Key Guitar & Ukulele Concerts

Fridays, 4pm, Hanalei Community Center, Saturdays, 5pm, Kapa'a-Children of the Land (Kaua'i Village/Safeway), Sundays, 3pm, Hanalei Community Center. Free gift drawing. Proceeds support the center and this program. Tickets: $20/$15 (keiki/ kupuna). Call 826-1469 for Info & Reservations.

Na Lei Hiwahiwa Concert

Friday May 4, 2012, 5:00 Pm to 9:00pm. Annual celebration of the beauty of the lei with contemporary Hawaiian entertainment. Kaua'i Beach Resort. CONTACT: Carol Bain, cdbain@kauai.net, (808) 246-2111.

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Performance is Island wide, weekly through June 3. For more information call Carol Yotsuda at (808) 245-2733.

SPORTS

Kaua'i Big Brother’s Big Sister’s 3rd Annual Bowl for Kids Sake

Saturday, March 3, 2012. 3:00pm to 9:00pm at Lihue Bowling Center. Contact Kaulana Finn 855-2905 or email kfinn@bigskauai.org.

Ho'ola Lahui Ohana Fun Walk/Run

Saturday, March 3, 2012 7:00am Check in.

7:30 Wallk/Run Starts at Kapa'a Neighborhood Center. For info call Chacha at 245-8933 or email: cnash@hoolahui.org.

March For Babies April 14th at Lydgate Park Registration. Begins at 6:45am. Walk begins at 8:00am.

TriKauai Triathlon April 15, 2012. For beginners and seasoned athletes alike. It can be done as individuals, or as a team (each person does a leg). Contact Brian Curll at 635-6311 or email: Bcurll@aol.com. www.TriKauai.com.

Hanapepe Relay For Life April 28, 2012.

Benefits the American Cancer Society, $10 entry. Hanapepe Stadium.

Charity Walk Kauai May 12, 2012 6:30am – 12:00 pm. Historic County Building.

Visit CharityWalkHawaii.org for details.

Business Persons Outrigger Canoe Race

May 13 2012. Hosted by Pu'uwai Canoe Club at the Wailua River. Contact Brian Curll at 635-6311 or email: Bcurll@aol.com.

Pedal to the Meadow 2012

Sunday May 27, 2012, 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Ride from Kekaha to Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow in Kokee State Park. Contact: Mary Williamson, (808) 335-9975.

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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.

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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 Proud Parents: James and Hilda Tacata Birthday: November 4, 2011 Weight: 7 lbs 6.5 ounces Length: 20.5 inches Proud Big Sisters: Sarit & Krystelle

Baby Boy: Trenton Joseph Masato Mask Parents: Eryn & Dustin Mask Born: August 12, 2011 at 10:37 a.m.

Length: 21.75 inches Weight: 6 lbs. 12 oz.

Email photo and information to births@KauaiFamilyMagazine.com to submit a baby announcement 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.

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KAUA'I BABY

Baby Boy: Reese Farias Parents: Sarah Blane and Ross Farias Baby Girl: Reese Jean Kekiwikuamoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oemma Farias Born: 7:59a.m. on September 26, 2011 Weight: 7.2 lbs., Length: 21 inches Big sister: Rayko Jane

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(NRP, S.T.A.B.L.E., PALS, and ACLS Skills) 9 Board Certified Physicians in Obstetrics and Pediatrics.

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Tracking Your Child’s Developmental Milestones

By Cheryl Stiglmeier, LSW As a parent, oftentimes we wonder if our children are growing and developing “normally.” From the time of birth, we can track our children’s development based on how they play, learn, speak, behave and physically grow. Because every child develops at their own pace, it is important for us as a parent to be aware or how our child is developing.

As our children reach certain developmental milestones, we should share this information with the child’s pediatrician.

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ing certain milestones, or are reaching them much later than other children their age, this could be a sign of a developmental delay. If there are concerns, speak with a pediatrician and determine if your child qualifies for services with the Department of Health, Early Intervention Services (call 1-800-235-5477).

What follows are just a few of many important developmental milestones to look for. For a more complete checklist by age visit www.cdc.gov/actearly or call 1-800-CDC-INFO.

KAUA'I BABY 6 months: Turns head when you call his/ her name. Smiles back at you. Responds to sounds by making sounds. Sits longer without support. Likes social games, i.e. peek-a-boo.

12 months: Uses simple gestures, i.e. shake head no or wave bye-bye.

Pulls self up to a stand. Copies you during play, i.e. clapping.

Responds when told “no” Says “mama” and “dada.”

18 months: Plays pretend, i.e. talking on a toy phone.

Points to things of interest.

Uses several single words to get what they want.

Walks without help.

Looks at something when you point to and say “look.”

24 months: Uses 2-4 word phrases.

Shows more interest in other children. Follows simple instructions. Kicks a ball. Able to point to something when you name it.

3 years: Shows affection for playmates.

Uses 4-5 words in a sentence. Copies adults and playmates. Climbs well. Plays make-believe with dolls, people and animals.

4 years: Follows 3 step commands; i.e. “Get dressed, comb your hair and wash your face.” Hops and can stand on one foot for up to five seconds. Uses 5-6 word sentences. Shares and takes turns with other children. Draws circles and squares.

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Toddler Activities OHANA MAMAS A local playgroup for you and your keiki. We are Stayat-Home Parents, Working Parents, Single Parents, Grandparents, and the kids we take care of. Contact for more info: www.Meetup.com/OhanaMamas or www.Facebook.com/OhanaMamas MOTHERSONG Princeville Community Center Wednesdays: 12:00pm-1:00pm. $10 donation A multi cultural singalong for families with young children/babies/expecting parents. Call Amy for more info: 482-0294 KA HOLA KAMALEI (The Young Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hour) Princeville Library. Tuesdays: 10:30am11:15am. Free story reading with a related craft, as well as finger plays. Licensed teachers facilitate the programs for children up to 5 years old and their ohana. Call 826-4310 for more details.

KAUAI GYMNASTICS ACADEMY Parent & Tot Classes (Ages 1 and 2). Mondays: 9:30am-10:10am. Tot Classes (Ages 3-5) Mondays: 10:15am-11:00am, Thursdays: 5:15pm6:00pm, Saturdays: 9:00am-9:45am Call Kay at 245-8863 or email: KauaiGymnastics@aol.com.

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ALOHA DANCE STUDIO Mondays: 5:00-6:00, Ballet/Tap Combo (ages 3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 years old) Tiffany Dodge & Kiana Pigao.

Wednesdays: 4:00-5:00, Ballet/Tap Combo (ages 3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 years old) Tiffany Dodge & Kiana Pigao (NEW) Saturdays: 9:30-10:30am, Ballet/Tap Combo (ages 3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 years old) Derienne Lee. Call Tiffany at 245-1810. www.AlohaDanceStudio.com KAUA'I DANCE CENTER Primary Ballet Program (Ages 3 -4 1/2 ) is an introduction to dance. The primary goal is to foster a love of movement. Call Jennifer at 823-9588 or visit KauaiDanceCenter.com BABY SIGN LANGUAGE CLASSES Fun-filled classes teach you to communicate with your baby before speech develops.

Classes start in the Spring. Call Monika, at 652-5756 or email lucidhawaii@mac.com. www.BlossomingLittleMinds.com TODDLER THURSDAYS Kukui Grove Center Every 1st and 3rd Thursday 11:00am-12pm: Keiki Crafts. 11:30am12:00pm Showtime Characters

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Learning about Taro and what is Kaua'i Grown

By Melissa McFerrin Cover Keiki this month visited W.T. Haraguchi Farm - a 6th generation working taro farm located in Hanalei Valley to learn more about taro and the new Kaua'i Grown program promoting what is grown and raised on the island of Kaua'i to our community. Hoopulapula Haraguchi Rice Mill Educational Coordinator Lyndsey Haraguchi-Nakayama hosted the girls and showed them a little bit about how taro is harvested and cleaned.

This land has a long agricultural history, and once supported rice.

Young farmers Lyndsey

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Haraguchi-Nakayama and her husband Brad Nakayama are working to sustain this legacy and grow it for a new generation along with Lyndseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parents, who farm taro and helped create avenues for these products to be shared. Over 80% of the taro grown in the state of Hawai'i comes from Kaua'i, largely from the North Shore. Lyndsey and her family help perpetuate this crop and share its flavors with residents, visitors and most important, our keiki so that we may inspire a greater knowledge of agriculture in our community and more future farmers.

While Lyndsey shares Kaua'i’s history through educational tours of the Hoopulapula Haraguchi Rice Mill with students and visitors, Brad runs the Hanalei Taro & Juice Wagon where he creates new taro products for the community to enjoy, pulling from both traditional family recipes like kulolo and Hawaiian plates and also introducing new, fun ways to enjoy taro like taro hummus, burgers and smoothies.

“Hanalei Taro & Juice Company in combination with our family’s nonprofit Haraguchi Rice Mill historic tours, is a way to increase awareness of the agricultural history of Hanalei and the current taro

industry,” says Rodney Haraguchi, owner and president. “For the past 20 years, we have contributed back to our community by providing free school tours.

Our visitor tours help to sustain these educational tours and maintain the mill. Hanalei Taro & Juice Co. provides unique family recipes that customers, as well as tour guests, can enjoy. The taro coconut mochi is a perfect example of bringing together the past rice era and the present taro industry.”

“Over 80% of the taro grown in the state of Hawai'i comes from Kaua'i...”

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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!

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COVER STORY (continued from page 17) The Haraguchi family were among the first to join the Kaua'i Grown program, a cooperation between the Kaua'i County Farm Bureau and County of Kaua'i to promote our local farmers and ranchers and the unique farm products that are created with what we grow and raise here on Kaua'i. Farmers and ranchers are joining along with retailers and restaurants who support this community wide effort to support our agriculture community and buy more local products.

You can find more information on the W.T. Haraguchi Farm, Hanalei Taro & Juice Company at www.kauaigrown.org along with a directory of other farms and ranches around the island. “Kaua'i Grown is a way

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we can help close the gap between what we grow and raise here on Kaua'i and what we buy,” said Melissa McFerrin, Executive Administrator of the Kaua'i County Farm Bureau. “Many people ask us where to find the local products that are grown here or how to learn more about our farms.

Kaua'i Grown is about bringing the community together and creating more relationships between farmers and customers, so that we can know what is locally available and where to find it. Buying local is not only an issue of supporting our farmers, but also a public health issue to encourage our keiki to eat more healthy, fresh foods and seasonal fruits and vegetables.”

Toward that end, Kaua'i Grown is working with the County, Get Fit Kaua'i and other partners on an online directory of farms, farm products, and the retailers and restaurants who carry them as well as a signage system to help identify Kaua'i Grown products at point of purchase.

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Spotlight on Kaua'i Community Market At Kaua'i Community Market each week, Lyndseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 www.kauaicommunitymarket.org.

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For a full listing of farmers markets, local events, stores and restaurants featuring Kaua'i Grown products, please visit www.kauaigrown.org Operated by the Kaua'i County Farm Bureau supported by County of Kaua'i, Kaua'i Grown is the official program to promote our farmers and ranchers and their farm fresh products, as well as the Kaua'i product producers, retailers, and restaurants who showcase what our farmers grow and raise on Kaua'i.

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Ho'opulapula Haraguchi Rice Mill is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving, documenting, 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 info@haraguchiricemill.org or 808.651.3399.

Please respect residents & endangered wildlife - No public access into the farm & Rice Mill except for these exclusive guided tours.

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The Very Hungry Caterpillar 4 Tips to Grow Healthy and Strong The very hungry caterpillar eats many foods on his journey to becoming a butterfly. You can help your child on his or her journey to grow up healthy and strong.

1. EAT FRUITS AND VEGETABLES AT EVERY MEAL Fruits and vegetables add important vitamins and fiber to your diet. At every meal, include some kind of fresh, frozen, or canned fruits and vegetables. Just be sure to watch out for those with fatty sauces or

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added sugar. Aim for at least five fruits and veggies a day. Remember to avoid small, hard foods on which your child can choke, and cut any firm, round foods (e.g., raw carrots or grapes) into long, thin slices.

Ideas for adding fruits and veggies to your meals: • Add fruits and veggies to foods your child already likes: put blueberries in pancakes, chopped fruit on cereal, or small pieces of broccoli in macaroni and cheese.

• Make it fun: try cutting up food into fun shapes or making faces out of fruits and vegetables.

• Prepare and pack fruits and veggies as snacks for after school, after sports practice and other times.

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2. GIVE KIDS A SAY IN WHAT THEY EAT Get Them Excited About Healthy Food!

Help your kids make the right food choices from an early age. You can do this by giving them two healthy choices to choose from, like an apple and an orange.

It’s a great way for your kids to get excited about eating healthy foods. Let them decide what and how much to eat.

4. EAT TOGETHER AS A FAMILY Try to set aside your meals as family time, and eat together as often as possible.

Even babies can join family meal time.

By age 9 months, they are able to eat on the same schedule with you. Create family meal times when they are little and keep this tradition as they grow.

Ideas to help children get excited about food: • Let them help you with small, kid-safe jobs in the kitchen such as mixing ingredients and setting the table.

• Allow them to smell, touch, taste and play with food.

3. EAT BREAKFAST EVERY DAY Eating breakfast helps your child start his day in a healthy way. Incorporate fruit and whole grains whenever possible. Children and adults who eat breakfast daily are less likely to be overweight.

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Kaua'i School Directory Brought to you by:

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PRE-SCHOOLS: All Saints Nursery School Aloha School Early Learning Center Child Care Center Island School Kalaheo Early Learning Center Kalaheo Missionary Church Kalaheo Head Start Kamehameha Preschool Kamehameha Preschool Kapaa Missionary Church Kaua'i Christian Academy Keiki Adventures Kaua'i Independent Daycare Centers (K.I.D.S.) Keiki O'Aloha Head Start Center Keiki O'Ka Aina Kekaha Head Start Center Koloa Early School Lihue Christian-Ae Kamali’i Nursery Daycare Lihue Hongwanji Mission Lihue Lutheran Church Menehune School Na Kamalei School PMRF Child Development Center Pulama Keiki Pre-School Punana Leo O’Kauai Sea Cliff School St. Catherine’s Preschool St. Theresa’s School Tutu and Me Traveling Preschool Waimea Baptist Preschool

Kapa'a Hanalei Lihu'e Lihu'e Kalaheo Kalaheo Kalaheo Anahola Kauamakani Kapa'a Kilauea Kapa'a Kapa'a Lihu'e Lihu'e Kekaha Koloa Lihu'e Lihu'e Lihu'e Hanalei Kilauea Kekaha Lihu'e Lihu'e Kilauea Kapa'a Kekaha Islandwide Waimea

PRIVATE SCHOOLS:

Island School (K-12) www.ischool.org Kahili Adventist School (K-12) www.kahili.org Kaua'i Christian Academy (Pre-12) www.kca.school.net Olelo Christian Academy (K-12) www.olelochristianacademy.org St. Catherine School (pre-K-8) www.st-catherineschool.org St. Theresa’s Elementary (pre-K-8)

HOME SCHOOLS: KEA Homeschool Christian Home Schoolers of Kaua'i

www.keahomeschool.webs.com www.kauaichristianhomeschool.com

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(808) 822-0122 (808) 826-6421 (808) 245-9651 (808) 246-0233 (808) 332-0707 (808) 332-9916 (808) 332-0150 (808) 822-4475 (808) 335-0069 (808) 822-0295 (808) 828-0047 (808) 822-7823 (808) 822-0262 (808) 245-7287 (808) 245-5002 (808) 337-1441 (808) 742-1769 (808) 245-6622 (808) 245-7857 (808) 245-2145 (808) 826-6133 (808) 828-1144 (808) 335-4419 (808) 245-8003 (808) 245-8003 (808) 828-0353 (808) 822-9229 (808) 337-1751 (808) 822-4280 (808) 338-1755

Lihu'e Lawai Kilauea Lihu'e Kapa'a Kekaha

Kapa'a Various

(808) 246-0233 (808) 742-9294 (808) 828-0047 (808) 246-6535 (808) 822-4212 (808) 337-1351

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PUBLIC SCHOOLS:

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Hanalei Elementary Corey Nakamura (808) 826-4300 Fax 826-4302 5415 Kuhio Hwy. Hanalei, HI 96714 www.hanalei.k12.hi.us/ Kapa'a Elementary Jason Kuloloia (808) 821-4424 Fax 821-4431 4886 Kawaihau Rd Kapa'a, HI 96746 www.kapaa.k12.hi.us Kapa'a High Daniel Hamada Fax 821-4420 Kapa'a, HI 96746

(808) 821-4400 4695 Mailihuna Rd www.k12.hi.us/~kapaahs

Kapa'a Middle Nathan Aiwohi Fax 821-6967 Kapa'a, HI 96746

(808) 821-4460 4867 Olohena Rd. www.kapaams.k12.hi.us

Kilauea Elementary Sherry Scott (808) 828-1212 Fax 828-2034 2440 Kolo Rd. Kilauea, HI 96757 www.kilauea.k12.hi.us Kamakahelei Middle Debra Badua (808) 241-3200 Fax 241-3210 4431 Nuhou St. Lihu'e, HI 96766 www.ckms.k12.hi.us Kaua'i High Linda Smith (808) 274-3160 Fax 274-3170 3577 Lala Road Lihu'e, HI 96766 Teacherweb.com/HI/ Kauaihigh/raders/hi.aspx King Kaumualii Elementary Karen Liu (808) 241-3150 Fax 241-3159 4380 Hanamaulu Rd Lihu'e, HI 96766 www.kaumualii.k12.hi.us Koloa Elementary Debra Lindsey (808) 742-8460 Fax 742-8466 3223 Poipu Rd. Koloa, HI 96756 http://koloa.k12.hi.us Wilcox Elementary Terry Proctor (808) 274-3150 Fax 274-3152 4319 Hardy Street Lihu'e, HI 96766 http:/Wilcox.k12.hi.us Eleele Elementary Fred Rose (808) 335-2111 Fax 335-8415 PO Box 38 Eleele, HI 96705 www.eleele.k12.hi.us Kalaheo Elementary Erik Burkman (808) 332-6801 Fax 332-6804 4400 Maka Road Kalaheo, HI 96741 www.kalaheoschool.com Kekaha Elementary Jason Yoshida (808) 337-7655 Fax 337-7657 8140 Kekaha Road Kekaha, HI 96752 www.kakeaha.k12.hi.us

Niihau High & Elementary Nely Caberto (808) 338-6800 Fax 338-6807 PO Box 339 Waimea, HI 96796 http://power2k12.hi.us Waimea Canyon Middle Glenda Miyazaki (80) 338-6830 Fax 338-6832 9555 Huakai St. Waimea, HI 96796 http://web.me.com./wcs Waimea High Nely Caberto Fax 338-6807 Waimea, HI 96796

(808) 338-6800 PO Box 339 www.waimeahighschool.org

CHARTER SCHOOLS: hcsao.org/pages/schools

Charter Schools are part of the Hawaii State Department of Education as independent learning centers that have their own philosophy of governance.

Hawai'i Technology Academy Princeville Center, Suite G-204 5-4280 Kuhio Hwy. Princeville, HI 96722 (808) 826-4448 Grades: K-12 Kanuikapono Learning Center 4333 Kukuihale Road, Anahola, HI 96703 Director: Delton Johnson (808) 823-9160 Hawaiian Immersion Grades K-12 kanuikapono.org Kawaikini 3-1821 J. Kaumuali'i Highway, Lihu'e, HI 96766 Director: Samuel Kaleimakammae Kaâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;auwai (808) 632-2032 Hawaiian Immersion Grades: K-12 kawaikini.com Ke Kula Ni'ihau o Kekaha 8135 Kekaha Road, Kekaha, HI 96752 Director: Haunani Seward (808) 337-0481 Hawaiian Bilingual Grades: K-12 hcsao.org/schoolke-kula-niihau-o-kekaha Kula Aupuni Ni'ihau A Kahelelani Aloha 8315 Kekaha Road, Kekaha, HI 96752 Director: Hedy Sullivan (808) 337-2022 Hawaiian Bilingual Grades: K-12

COLLEGE University of Hawaii Kaua'i Community College 3-1901 Kaumuali'i Hwy., Lihu'e, Hawaii 96766 Admissions Office (808) 245-8225 www.Kauai.hawaii.edu SPRING 2012 23

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Time to get registered for kindergarten!

HOW TO START To find out which school to register your child at, you can: Call or stop by the elementary schools in your area and give them your street address. The office staff can tell you if your address falls in the school’s district.

WHAT YOU NEED TO REGISTER: Bring the following documents to the school to register your child: • Health Records (Form 14). Physical Examination, Written documentation of required Immunizations, Tuberculosis (TB) clearance.

• Birth Certificate. Bring an original or certified copy of your child’s birth certificate.

Your child must be age 5 by December 31.

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• Legal documents. Bring the legal documents if there were changes to your child’s name, custody arrangement, or guardianship.

• Proof of current local address. Your child must live within the school’s geographic district. Bring an electric, telephone, or cable bill, or a housing or rental agreement. If you have questions about geographic exceptions, ask the school registrar.

OTHER INFORMATION: If your child has been enrolled in any special needs preschool program, please share this information at the time of registration.

Making the most of your parent teacher conference

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By Bridget Arume

Purpose of a Parent Teacher Conference is to share important information about your child so that they can do their best in school. Keep the focus on what will be best for your child.

You, the parent will understand how your child is doing at school & your child’s teacher learns about likes and dislikes, strengths and growth areas from you as the main teacher in your child’s life.

In preparing for a successful conference: review your child’s schoolwork, skills you’d like to point out & difficulties you would like to discuss. Note: this is the appropriate time to share any changes in home life or family losses.

Write your questions & think of questions your teacher might ask.

You might ask questions like: What kinds of tests & quizzes do you give? Are there special programs to suit my child’s needs & interests?

Your child’s teacher might ask questions like: How much time does your child spend on homework? How do you think your child learns best? (for example, by listening, seeing, touching?)

Tips for Success: 1) Arrive on time and talk about your biggest concerns first.

2) Listen carefully and ask for clarification.

3) Stay calm & positive. Avoid conflict.

4) Make an ACTION PLAN before you leave.

5) Thank your child’s teacher for her effort.

6) After the conference talk with your child and follow up with the action plan. Keep the relationship positive and communication open.

Parenting classes Parenting starts before your baby is born and continues until adulthood. It never really stops.

LOVING SOLUTIONS Disciplining with Love ages 5-10 years old; $30.00 Sue (808) 828-1212 Kilauea parent center Call for details POSITIVE PARENTING Parents of pre-K to kindergarten; mini workshop. Gloria (808)241-3150. King Kaumuali'i: 5:30- 7:00pm Parenting Central can be reached at

821-6972 x 116 or at parentingcentral@gmail.com

PARENT PROJECT Parents of middle and high school age children; $20.00 Bridget (808) 639-0284 Kapa'a High School. 5:30- 8:30 MAKUA KEIKI Come and have fun at a six week class in Lihue.

Parents of birth to 9 yrs; FREE - Childcare available (808) 632-2114. Space Limited OHA Funded. 6:00- 8:00pm POSITIVE PARENTING Parents of pre-K to kindergarten; mini workshop.

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Parenting in a digital world

By Chuck Lasker It’s difficult enough to keep up with what your kids are doing with other kids at school and at play. But these days you have to deal with their online activities, too. Kids are joining the “social web” at younger and younger ages. Despite the Facebook minimum age of 13 to create an account, a recent Pew Internet survey* found that almost half of American 12-year olds have Facebook accounts.

It might be tempting to take the simple path of shutting your children out of the social web completely. However, they could end up falling behind in the online skills they will need for their education and careers. Instead, you could use this opportunity to help your kids become responsible online users while encouraging open communications.

6. Keep learning and talking. The digital world is changing fast. Keep asking your kids to help you along.

By encouraging responsible Internet use and showing your kids you are enjoying learning about social media with them, you will set yourself up as the first place they will go when they have concerns with anything that is happening online.

And that’s the most important thing we can do as parents.

Chuck Lasker is an Internet consultant, social media educator, and writer who successfully raised his two sons during the internet revolution. * http://bit.ly/pewstats

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 encourage 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.

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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, because 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!!!”

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Cooking up a storm with Books

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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

Amelia Bedelia Bakes Off — Parish, Herman. Amelia Bedelia enters a baking contest by mistake and creates a delicious treat. Grades 1-3 Fancy Nancy and the Delectable Cupcakes — O’Connor, Jane. Fancy Nancy bakes cupcakes for the school bake sale but forgets one very important detail.

Preschool - Grade 2

Non-Fiction

Froggy Bakes a Cake — London, Jonathan. Froggy makes a big mess helping his father make a cake for his mother’s birthday. Preschool - Grade 2

Pink Princess Cookbook — Beery, Barbara. Fun recipes for sweet treats. Grades 3-5

Scholastic’s The Magic School Bus Gets Baked in a Cake — Beech, Linda. The class tries to bake a cake for Ms. Frizzle’s birthday but end up inside of it. Grades 1-3

It’s Raining Cupcakes — Schroeder, Lisa.

Isabel desperately wants to enter a baking contest where the finalists get a trip to New York. Grades 4-6

You Can Cook — Karmel, Annabel. Color photos inspire children to make a variety of tempting recipes. Grades 2 & up Usborne Children’s Book of Baking Patchett, Fiona. Simple but yummy stepby step recipes to impress everyone.

Grades 3 & up

Bake Sale — Varon, Sara. Graphic novel about Cupcake who runs a bakery but dreams of traveling. Grades 3 & up

Dora & Diego Let’s Cook Even young children can help in the kitchen. Preschool and up.

Fiction

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Bank of Hawaii would like to support all of Kaua'iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Keiki and Families in their Financial Education.

Kaua'i Community College Kaua'i Community College is a great place to start a career in any of the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields, and it is also a great place to increase your skill level in any of those subjects as well. Students can complete the first two years of math and other disciplines for any STEM field right here at home at KCC. They also have the option of completing certificates in Plant Bioscience, Electronics, Hawaiian Botany, Marine Options, Polynesian Voyaging, Digital Media Arts, or Facilities Engineering Technology. They can currently earn an Associate in Science Degree in Electronics, and the college is working on strengthening other pathways to STEM careers here at home. Students in these fields have exciting opportunities to work in science and engineering fields, whether it is creating rockets, 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 institution. For students who wish to 30 kauaifamilymagazine.com

enter the work force, their skills prepare them for jobs in sectors such as environmental monitoring or agriculture. Many of the students from our electronics program go to work at the Pacific Missile Range Facility.

For students not seeking a degree, but interested in a better skill base, KCC offers a variety of programs that can improve existing skill sets in motivated individuals. Improving their expertise can help these students advance in their fields and take advantage of the opportunities in the 21st century work force.

Paying for college just got easier Recognizing the need for private student loans for its members, Kaua'i Community FCU now offers a funding solution to students and their families with the EdAccess Private Student Loan, which is available through cuStudentLoans.org.

The EdAccess Private Student Loan can help pay for all qualified education expenses, including tuition, room and board, books, computers, even past due tuition bills. Borrow as little as $2,000 or as much as $30,000 per year for a maximum of $120,000 in undergraduate loans or $160,000 in graduate loans. This private student loan option also includes a unique financial literacy component that helps students learn good credit habits

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Kids college for the summer Under development at Kaua'i Community College for “Kids College” in the Summer of 2012 will be a series of popular, hands-on, science and technology programs. Five, week-long programs for students ages 11, 12, and 13.

Planet Kaua'i - Want to grow up and be a scientist? Get outdoors in this class and test the quality of the air and soil, learn the make-up of our island’s water, geography, air and monitor the intensity of the sun’s ultraviolet radiation. Technologies such as the GPS and renewable energy devices will be used to monitor the environment.

Rocketry - What makes a high-flying rocket? How can you tell how high it will fly? Students will build, launch and recover a model rocket that they build from scratch, using basic classroom material.

A “Launch Day” will culminate the week’s activities and be open to attendance by family and friends.

Power Kaua'i - Learn how to power a Logo Ferris wheel without batteries. Uti32 kauaifamilymagazine.com

lizing wind, solar and hydro energy systems, students will generate their own electricity to power wheel, windmill, and water wheels.

Robotics - Think you can build a robot?

Students will be introduced to building and programming a Lego Mindstorm, creating activities to complete on a “Missions” mat.

Busted: Myths in Science - Ever wonder what happens when you drop a mentos candy into soda? Or will pop-rocks really make your stomach explode? Join fellow mythbusters and help determine the truth behind several well-known urban legends, utilizing hands-on trial and error formats, while learning about myths related to pressure and temperature.

Contact the KCC Office of Continuing Education and Training (OCET), to get on the waiting list for this popular classes that unusually sell-out every summer. We also would like to know your requests and suggestions for other summer oneweek “camps”: Call 808 245-8318

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All participating Keiki will: â&#x20AC;˘ Experience a professional photo shoot at Photo Spectrum â&#x20AC;˘ Receive one FREE 4x6 photo to take home â&#x20AC;˘ Be invited to the May 12th Keiki Cover Search Event at Kukui Grove â&#x20AC;˘ Enjoy a day of entertainment, keiki activities, resources and goody bags â&#x20AC;˘ Support Kaua'i Big Brothers, Big Sisters with your participation â&#x20AC;˘ Have a chance to become one of the four selected winners! ie and

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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: coversearch@kauaifamilymagazine.com or call 808.639.5656.

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Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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!

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KEIKI & YOUTH ACTIVITIES

Hawai'i Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Theatre

By Ron Horoshko Dolly Kanekuni and her son Blade are connected. They love each other and respect each otherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s being. Dolly was Mrs. Bucket and Blade was her son Charlie; two roles that brought to life a lovely place where poor is powerful and hope is a golden ticket.

having Blade play your son?â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pricelessâ&#x20AC;?.

Now that the show is over is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Charlieâ&#x20AC;? still hanging around? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Blade went seamlessly from himself to the role of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Charlieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; as theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re very much alike!â&#x20AC;?

Willy Wonka â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the musical story of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory â&#x20AC;&#x201C; made life special for a couple dozen families that worked on this play either as actors or production staff. They sang, danced and played together for 12 weeks in preparation for the November show.

HCT's blend of adults and children in plays is not common in most productions but it works well here on Kaua'i. Children learn from seasoned actors while seasoned actors

What was it like to play â&#x20AC;&#x153;Charlieâ&#x20AC;? knowing your real life mother was your mother on stage? Awesome!

Blade said.â&#x20AC;? What was it like being Mrs. Bucket and

Congratulations

to Aloha Dance Studio!

They have been invited to represent the whole state of Hawaii as the one and only delegate to join the international dance festival, spring of 2013....

Aloha Dance Studio is accepting enrollment for our 2012 session beginning on January 3rd!

Ballet â&#x20AC;˘ Tap â&#x20AC;˘ Jazz Hip Hop â&#x20AC;˘ Flamenco Contemporary Lyrical â&#x20AC;˘ Pointe Professional instruction for ages 3 years old through adults for all levels and abilities with a fun and exciting learning atmosphere. We are open 6 days a week and offer over 30 classes.

2 Recital per year! â&#x20AC;&#x153;Just Danceâ&#x20AC;? Master classes and workshop with â&#x20AC;&#x153;So you think you can danceâ&#x20AC;? & â&#x20AC;&#x153;Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best dance crewâ&#x20AC;? Elite Company Groups

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Hawai'i Children’s Theatre programs provide a variety of educational experiences for ages 5 to young adult, including the popular after school Fall Musical program, Summer Stars 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 perfirst 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 each year. are inspired by the full throttle enthusiasm of the children. The value of the end result could be seen on the faces of the hundreds of keiki and families who were whisked away into a “world of pure imagination” at each performance.

“This was a huge development opportunity for him,” said Dolly, “as well as the other children who participate in HCT programs each year. Participating together in a full scale production is a wonderful way to use and build skills in dancing, singing and acting but it is so much more than that. Most importantly it teaches our keiki about teamwork, patience, and leadership and gives them confidence, which as a parent is the best gift of all.”

Summer Stars registration opens March 1, for program beginning June 4. Classes and summer show for ages 5 and up. No previous theatre experience required.

For more information on the Hawai'i Children’s Theatre contact the office at 808-246-8985 or visit us online at hawaiichildrenstheatre.com.

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GAMEKIDS Comes to Kaua'i

GAMEKIDS will make its Kaua'i debut this February on their own internet channel on Kaua'i based Hawai'i Stream.

GAMEKIDS is an educational TV show for children which previously ran for several seasons on Time Warner’s Oceanic Cable channel 16 (known as OC16). It featured some of Hawai'i’s most talented children and teens.

GAMEKIDS is being produced by Media Bridge, an award winning multimedia educational publishing company. Rennie Mau, Executive Producer/Director and founder created GAMEKIDS in 1995 when the internet was young. GAMEKIDS.COM has since received many awards for its educational emphasis and a "safe surf” web site for kids and teens which focuses on how children play and use their imagination around the world.

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GAMEKIDS also has a nonprofit section, GAMEKIDS Educational Adventures, which hosts several times a year on different islands, the PLAYDANCE Performing Arts Day Camps to give opportunity for local children to experience theater and the media arts for both beginner and advanced children. PLAYDANCE camps run one week with a finale performance.

The next PLAYDANCE will run March 1216 on the grounds of the Koloa Union Church in Koloa. It is open to children in grades 2-8. They will be performing a special version of Peter Pan.

For more information contact GAMEKIDS via website at www.gamekids.com or phone (808) 280-9591 or e-mail: gkkauai@gamekids.com.

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Youth Spring and Summer Sports April 9 to August Puuwai Canoe Club's Children's Program & Kapa'a Boys & Girls Club Paddling Program A Spring and Summer Paddling Program for children ages 10 - 18, coached by our volunteer staff and in conjunction with the Kapa'a Boys and Girls Clubs.

Location: Wailua River in Kapa'a Contact Brian Curll at 635-6311 or email: Bcurll@aol.com PuuwaiOutriggercanoeclub.org

April 28 & 29 Mayorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Age Group Track Meet Free! This two-day event is held at Vidinha Stadium for all students K-Grade 8. Over 1,000 youth participate in this annual event providing various field and running competition.

For more information contact Aaron Uyeda, East Complex Supervisor at 822-0511

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May 26 Hershey Track and Field

Free event at Vidinha Stadium for youth ages 9 thru 14. Registrations due by May 18, 2012.

(Registration NOT accepted on day of meet).

Forms available at all Neighborhood Centers.

For more information contact Pat Viernes 241-6858

Swim Kaua'i Aquatics

Ages 5 - 18 Competitive Swimming and Physical Fitness (Year Round Swim Team) Monday through Saturday 3.30pm - 6 pm according to ability level Our only requirements.. be able to swim one length and smile!

Assistant Coach Kathleen Littlefield (808) 652-1385

KPAL The Kaua'i Police Activities League (KPAL) provides an array of activities island-wide for young people between the ages of five and 18, or still in high school.

The cost is $20 per activity, or you can sign up for an annual fee of $50 which allows you to participate in any KPAL activity at any location throughout the year. Scholarships are available (50% off for each activity) for those who receive 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 information on activities held at the KPAL Youth Center in Kapa'a, email: mozaki@kauai.gov or call Officer Ozaki at 652-6999.

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For more info or to buy contact your coach or local coach Tiffani Yim at www.tiffaniyim.com Ask about challenge group info for all levels!

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: mozaki@kauai.gov 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 mozaki@kauai.gov 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: sssdecisive@aol.com NORTHSHORE BASKETBALL (Ages 5-13 ) Kilauea Neighborhood Center (Season from February to May) Call Officer Mark Ozaki or email: mozaki@kauai.gov FLAG FOOTBALL (Grades K -12) Island Wide (Season from April to July) Call Mark Ozaki 652-6999 or email: mozaki@kauai.gov. Visit us at Facebook/KauaiPoliceActivitiesLeague SPRING 2012 41

COUNTY OF KAUA'I - SPRING 2012

RECREATION PROGRAMS AND SPECIAL EVENTS

FOR SENIORS

Ongoing Senior Programs Classes and activities are scheduled at community neighborhood centers throughout the island. Some of the classes available include: art, aquatics, ukulele, hula, bonsai, cultural dances, exercise, hanafuda, weaving, quilting, chorus, line dance, sewing, crafts, painting, and others.

If you are interested in joining our senior program or would like a monthly senior calendar contact the Neighborhood Center closest to you.

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FOR KEIKI April 28 & 29

Mayorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Age Group Track Meet

Free!This two-day event is held at Vidinha Stadium for all students K-Grade 8. Over 1,000 youth participate in this annual event providing various field and running competition. For more information contact Aaron Uyeda, East Complex Supervisor at 822-0511.

May 26

Hershey Track and Field

Free event at Vidinha Stadium for youth ages 9 thru 14. Registrations due by May 18, 2012. (Registration NOT accepted on day of meet). Forms available at all Neighborhood Centers. For more information contact Pat Viernes at 241-6858.

February â&#x20AC;&#x201C; July

Senior Softball League

A social and competitive island-wide sports program for seniors 55 and over.

For more information contact Pat Baniyaga at 651-5880.

June 12th-July 20th (except July 4)

2012 Summer Enrichment Program Information: Ages: 5-11 years old Program Hours: 7:30 am- 5:30 pm Locations: King K. Elementary, Wilcox Elementary, Lihu'e NC, Kapa'a NC, Kilauea NC, Koloa NC, Kalaheo NC, Hanapepe NC, & Kekaha NC.

* Limited Enrollment * Parents must provide child with lunch, snacks & drinks

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COUNTY OF KAUA'I - SPRING 2012

RECREATION PROGRAMS AND SPECIAL EVENTS Enrichment Registration: Date: May 15th & 16th, 2012 Time: 8:00 am- 4:00 pm Location: At Neighborhood Centers previously listed (King K and Wilcox registration at Lihu'e NC) Fee: $100 for 1 child. Fee reduced for each additional child, & by 50% for income eligible families. * Money order or check only, made payable to Director of Finance

For More Information: call your respective Neighborhood Centers.

THE KAUA'I BUS Fixed Route Service: (bus stop to bus stop)

Monday - Friday 5:27 a.m. - 7:50 pm Saturday and Holiday 6:21 a.m. - 5:50 pm

PARK & RIDE LOCATIONS • KEKAHA NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER-TENNIS COURTS • WAIMEA ATHLETIC FIELD • HANAPEPE MULTIPURPOSE BUILDING • KALAHEO NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER • KAPA'A NEW TOWN PARK-SKATE AREA

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KPD-KCC Police

PATCH is offering the following training in Kapaa during the month of April (Date TBA): Babysitting Part I: Child care basics for teenagers interested in working with young children: Safety & Health, Child Development, Feeding & Bedtime.

Babysitting Part II: Child care basics for teenagers interested in working with young children: Activities, Behaviors, Professional Development.

Contact: Cathy at 246-0622 to sign up.

The Explorer Program is for career-oriented young adults aged 14 through 20.

Members are referred to as "Explorer" and, while the program is part of the Boy Scouts of America, the Explorer program is instinctively different from scouting As an Explorer, young adults have the opportunity to assist the Kaua'i Police Department. Although the Police Explorers Program is law enforcement oriented, Explorers are volunteers and do not serve as police employees, sworn or civilian.

Contact: Officer Darla Abbatiello at 241-1674.

April

National Credit Union Youth Week April 23-27 Credit unions celebrate youth in April.

Visit any Kaua'i Community FCU office and participate in our youth savings deposit challenge. Cash drawing, free prizes, contests and games.

Contact: Terri Kaniho at 246-1227 or email tkaniho@kcfcu.org

Explorer Program

Kaua'i Junior Lifeguard Program

Teen Open Mic Nite Weekly

Located at The Jam Room At Kukui Grove. The Jam Room is the hangout for teens and tweens on Fridays from 6:30pm-8:30pm

Junior Leader Program All children 12 through 16 years old qualify to take part in our Junior Leader program.

Each applicant is required to submit a onepage 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 recadm@kauai.gov, or call 808-241-5126.

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The program is free and is designed to teach young people, ages 13 to 17, ocean safety and lifesaving skills. Additionally, it covers drug awareness, physical conditioning and competition skills. To be eligible for the workshop, participants must be committed to the challenges it offers and be able to swim and run 100 yards non-stop without assistance. There are five sites scheduled in June for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Junior Lifeguard Program: Salt Pond, Lydgate, Hanalei, Po'ipu, and Kalapaki. The week-long sessions run Monday through Friday, 10 am to 2 pm.

For more information, please call the Ocean Safety Bureau at 241-4984 or 241-4979.

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TEENS

Helping teens take charge of their healthcare Courtesy of Kids Health Preparing kids for independence and adulthood brings many challenges for parents — teaching teens to drive, negotiating later curfews, researching colleges, and discussing tough topics, to name just a few.

Among these hurdles is helping teens start managing their own health care. It can be hard to let go — after all, mom and dad have been handling the doctor appointments, prescriptions, immunizations, and countless other medical concerns since their kids were born.

But it’s important to guide teens toward taking on this responsibility. After all, parents won’t always be around to manage their children’s health care — and in most cases, once their kids become adults, legally they won’t be allowed to.

And keep in mind

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that the decisions made in the teen years about things like alcohol, drugs, healthy eating, exercise, sex, and smoking can have long-term consequences— even if teens feel invincible. Becoming more invested in their own health care lets teens learn more about and understand the potential outcomes of choices they make now.

At what age are teens able to start taking some control? It can vary: Factors such as a teen’s maturity level, health issues, and ability to keep track of the details all play a role, as does a parent’s willingness to relinquish control.

So, how can parents start handing over the reins? It can begin by talking about medical topics in age-appropriate ways with their kids; for instance, discussing medications they take and why, or teaching kids with chronic 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 prescriptions.

It’s important for moms and dads to let their adolescents have some private time to talk with the health care provider. During puberty and the teen years, kids are likely to have questions or issues that they’re not comfortable discussing while

their parent is in the room. (But be assured that a doctor who feels that a patient who might be at risk for self-harm or harming another will alert a parent.)

If you think your child might need additional help with teen issues, consider having your son or daughter meet with an adolescent medicine specialist.

These doctors not only are well-versed in the care of teensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; physical health problems but also have additional training in helping their patients deal with risky behaviors and mental health concerns.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also wise to talk about health insurance and medical records to older teens. Although young adults can stay on their parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; plan until age 26 under the health care reform bill, many will be on their own well before that â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and eventually all will have to know how to navigate the insurance system and keep track of their records.

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HEALTHY OHANA

Think energy drinks are safe? Think again Do you know what you or your keiki are drinking?

One of the fastest - growing segments in the beverage industry is energy drinks.

They are marketed under many different names such as 5 Hour Energy, Rockstar, Monster and AMP; however, they are very different from sports drinks and should be scrutinized before consuming, especially before you give it to a child.

Energy drinks can contain many different types of ingredients, some of which can interact adversely with medications and others that are essentially caffeine, but go by another name. The FDA does not limit levels of caffeine or other ingredients in energy drinks, simply because they are considered a type of supplement. The result: You and your keiki could be getting much higher doses of caffeine or other ingredients than what is considered safe.

In fact, most energy drinks contain extremely high levels of caffeine.

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ingredient is caffeine. Some contain Kola nut, another supplement that also adds more caffeine to your beverage. Others contain ginseng, which is not caffeine, but can interact with medications such as blood thinners, heart medications, and diuretics. Some energy drinks can contain bitter orange and ma huang, which are banned substances in sports and are considered stimulants. Sadly, many energy drinks contain all or many of these ingredients that add up to a whopping surprise.

Read drink labels carefully so you know what you and your keiki are drinking!

Additionally, energy drinks can have other ingredients that act similarly to caffeine and cause jitteriness or other harmful side effects. In some countries, energy drinks have been banned or limited to adults because of possible harmful health effects â&#x20AC;&#x201C; particularly when combined with antidepressant medications, blood thinners, and attention disorder medications, sometimes a potentially lethal combination.

Many energy drinks have caffeine levels of more than 500 mg â&#x20AC;&#x201C; equal to 14 cans of most caffeinated soft drinks. Caffeine at these high dose levels can be toxic and even deadly, particularly to children.

Read drink labels carefully so you know what you and your keiki are drinking!

The safest and healthiest way to keep from getting dehydrated is to simply drink water!

Heather Hopkins, MD, B.S.PT Physical Medicine, Rehab, & Sports Medicine Kaua'i Medical Clinic An Affiliate of Hawai'i Pacific Health

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HEALTHY OHANA

Raising awareness of this countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s increasing obesity epidemic can be difficult. Each of us loves friends and family members who are overweight or obeseâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; now about two-thirds of all Americans are in that category. When people follow their doctorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; recommendations to lose weight by exercising more and eating healthier foods, they will be less likely to suffer from chronic diseasesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;afflictions like diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and cancer to name just a fewâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;that can be so harmful and reduce enjoyment of lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basic pleasures.

A strong coalition is working on Kaua'i to address and prevent Hawaiiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s obesity epidemic. Get Fit Kaua'i, the County of

Kaua'i, Kaua'i Path, the Department of Education, Kaua'i Community College, the Department of Health, and Malama Kaua'i are all collaborating as Communities Putting Prevention to Work. This coalition is focused on making fundamental changes that help make the healthy choice the easy choice. The changes will make it safer for our children to walk to school and around our neighborhoods, increase bicycling facilities, and make healthy food easier to find, prepare, and purchase.

Learn how you and your loved ones can take the LEAP (LIVE Healthy, EAT Well, Be ACTIVE, Live PONO) and help make all Kaua'i healthier by visiting www.TakeTheLEAPHawaii.org.

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HEALTHY OHANA

A New Year’s resolution for prevention As the medical director of addiction treatment centers in Kaua'i, Honolulu, and Hilo, I address many addiction issues. As we look toward a new year, I wish to address prevention and a drug addiction that has been the most prevalent in the United States for the past 100 years. From the 1930s to 1960s most of the adults in our country were addicted to nicotine, the drug found in tobacco products like cigarettes. Following the Surgeon General’s Report regarding the negative medical consequences of cigarette smoking in 1964, many Americans tried to quit smoking. There was a slow but steady decline in nicotine dependence from 1965 until now. In Hawai'i, nicotine dependence decreased from 70% of the adult population to less than 30% now.

It is my belief that cigarette smoking and resulting nicotine addiction are the true gateway paths to other forms of drug addiction. We have an addiction center in our brain that responds to nicotine like it responds to alcohol, marijuana, cocaine or heroin.

Once this center becomes hard-wired for addiction, we are set up to become addicted to other drugs.

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being nicotine free is both healthy and cool. Unfortunately some adolescents still smoke cigarettes and if adults are smoking at home, children often conclude that it’s OK to smoke.

In Hawai'i, nicotine dependence decreased from 70% of the adult population to less than 30% now.

It is not an easy process to overcome any addiction, but take a moment to reflect on your life and the lives of children around you. Why not choose a healthy life and make it your New Year’s resolution to stop smoking and prevent addiction in the lives of our keiki. There is help available for anyone who wishes to stop smoking. Group therapy is a valuable tool in the process of overcoming any addiction; look up free smoking cessation programs in your community. Stopping smoking is a tremendous step down the path to a healthier lifestyle for ourselves and our community.

Gerald J. McKenna M.D., FASAM, DLFAPA, Medical Director McKenna Recovery Center

HEALTHY OHANA

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SENIOR MOMENTS

Tips for spending quality time with your grandkids The best grandparenting activities flow naturally from the interests of both the grandparents and the grandchildren.

You can create a deep, loving relationship with your grandchildren by sharing the things you love with them, and by being available to hear about the ideas and activities that excite them.

Take it easy together

Make an effort to enjoy leisure time with your grandchildren. As a grandparent, you get to interact with your grandchildren without the same daily pressures of a parent—you don't have to worry about driving carpool or juggling making dinner for the family with soccer practice and grocery shopping.

Go outside

Children love the outdoors, and trips to the park or the beach can be a great jumping off point for some wonderful adventures and happy memories. Nature walks and day hikes can provide lots of interesting things to talk about, and water activities can be especially fun.

Share your interests or your work

Engaging in hobbies and activities that you love or your grandchild loves can be a great way to spend time together and learn about each other. Sometimes, activities that you might not expect your grandchildren to be interested in, like knitting or gardening, might turn out to provide an important point of connection for you. Similarly, if you take an interest in something they are passionate about, like trading cards or the Harry Potter books, they get to share their special area of knowledge and may open up in new ways.

If you are still working, a visit to your place of work can add a dimension to your grandchild's perception of you. If you are retired, pictures and stories about what your working days were like can do the same.

Making the most of your grandparenting time • Carve out one-on-one time. On occasion, spend time with individual grandchildren. It will give you an opportunity to bond, without competition, with one grandchild at a time.

• See the sights. Concerts and plays, movies, science centers and museums, parks or walks in the neighborhood provide opportunities to be together and to exchange ideas and opinions.

• Play games. Board and card games are a unique opportunity to watch kids in action and to see how they operate in the world. Games also allow you to help your grandchild learn to be a good sport and play fairly.

• Communicate family history. Tell stories about games or trips you shared when the grandchild's parents were young. This is a great way to weave a 'tapestry' of shared experiences for the whole family.

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Nutrition help for the elderly

By Caryn Sakahashi Healthy eating and nutrition for the elderly is greatly impacted by several factors, one of them being a change in body composition. During the later years in life, the body will lose bone and muscle and gain fat because the hormones arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t very active anymore.

Water: Water in the body decreases with age, so many older folks will become dehydrated very easily. Sometimes they wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel thirsty, while other times itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too much work to pour a glass a water. It is

recommended that they drink at least 1 ounce of water for every 2.2 pounds of weight.

Protein: Later in life, protein becomes extremely important. Protein is needed to support a healthy immune system and

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SENIOR MOMENTS prevent the wasting of muscle. Since energy needs are less, the elderly should eat high-quality protein such as eggs, lean meats, poultry, and fish.

Carbs and Fiber: Carbohydrates are the main source of energy for the entire body. You can find carbs in bread, cereals, pasta, and other grain products. A diet thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s high in fiber and water will help to prevent constipation as well.

Fat: Fat intake for the elderly should be limited, not eliminated. You can limit fat by choosing lean meats, low-fat dairy products, and avoiding fried food.

Iron: For the elderly, iron deficiency can

be seen with those who arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t eating much. Good sources for iron include lean red meats and breakfast cereals.

Zinc: Meat, poultry, and fish should be a part of the diet to help meet the requirements for zinc.

Calcium: Calcium is an ingredient that most elderly folks arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t getting enough of. Most believe that milk upsets their stomach, and therefore they will avoid it.

They should be getting around 1,500 mg of calcium a day, and nonfat powdered milk can be used in recipes as a substitute for milk. Other foods such as yogurt, low fat cheese, and broccoli can also help meet the requirements for calcium.

Each of the above nutrients are needed to keep an aged body in good health. Elderly individuals should try to stay active and strive for a well-balanced diet. Even though the aged body isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the same as it used to be, proper care and the right nutrients can help the elderly enjoy a healthy and long life.

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'Hug Me' pillows bring comfort When you have any kind of surgery in the abdominal area, coughing is difficult and painful way to minimize the pain is to hug a pillow when you have to cough and clear your throat. Four wonderful women, Ms. Linda Kawakami, Ms. Kikue Kato, Ms. Emi Schaefer, and Ms. Yone Honjo created and decorated HUG ME

pillows for the surgery unit at West Kaua'i Medical Center/KVMH. The pillows were presented to the hospital on Friday, January 6, 2012. Their gift is the Aloha spirit in action in our Kaua'i community. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the kindnesses like these pillows that bring comfort and soothing to people dealing with the stress of surgery.

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A pain in the knee Are you, or someone you love, suffering the pain of osteoarthritis in your knees? Today, there is an alternative to having knee surgery or taking pain medication. This alternative has been clinically proven to help. Many patients find that drugs and injections do not bring the relief they need and they arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ready or medically able to have surgery.

The new technology is a non-invasive and non-medication way to relieve pain and get back into a fully active life. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a knee brace that sends a low-level pulsed electric signal to the knee joint (not felt by the patient) that is proven to provide overall knee improve-

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ment. The signal is designed specifically for the treatment of knee osteoarthritis.

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a system that can be worn at night for those that do not want to wear the brace during the day or just want to accelerate their improvement by continuing the treatment while they sleep.

Why does the special electrical signal help?

Your body naturally produces electrical impulses that communicate throughout your body. There are pulses that work directly with the knees. With osteoarthritis the natural body pulse isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t getting through like it should. The brace helps stabilize the knees through range of movement and the electrodes that provide the pulse simulate the natural signals of the body.

This system relieves the pain and symptoms of knee osteoarthritis. Patients generally see reduction in pain level, increase in range of motion, and ability to increase their activities.

On average most patients see significant improvement after about 3 months if the device is used an average of 6 hours/ day. Some patients see improvement after only one month of use. One study on the effect of the device showed that after about one year, the benefits equaled that of a total knee replacement without the risk of surgery.

There are no serious side effects of using this system.

If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to know more about this treatment and its potential benefit to you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Goding at 338-8311. Dr. Goding sees patients in Waimea, Lihu'e, Kapa'a, and Kilauea.

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FURRY FRIENDS

Dog Fanciers Club 4YTT] (SK 3FIHMIRGI 8VEMRMRK 'PEWWIW Novice:

March 3rd – May 5th Saturday 8:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m. at Grove Farm Park-Puhi Puppy: March 3rd – May 5th Saturday 10:00 a.m.-11:00a.m. at Grove Farm Park-Puhi Cost: $50.00* per Ten Week Session: Each additional dog: $25.00 Advanced Novice: February 29th – May 2nd Performance Wednesday 6:00 pm K-Mart rear parking lot Novice: March 1st – May 3rd Thursday 6:00 pm K-Mart rear parking lot Cost: $25.00* per Ten-Week Session: Each additional dog: $25.00 * Plus Membership - Add membership fee of $5.00 for individual or $10.00 for family.

For more information call the DFK Hotline:

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Incandescent Bulb Exchange

Visit us from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Kukui Grove Center, Center Stage on the !irst Friday of the month.

Bring your old incandescent bulbs and we’ll replace them with energy-ef!icient CFLs!

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Easter pet safety

FURRY FRIENDS

By Scott Sims, DVM Pegasus Veterinary Clinic Easter is approaching and there are some pet issues that should be mentioned with regards to this particular holiday.

Spring is a time to celebrate new life and for some reason the giving of living animals as gifts on Easter is a popular idea. It shouldn’t be.

A living animal is generally not a good gift unless it’s been well discussed and mutually decided upon by both the giver and the receiver. Living animals are a big responsibility. A bunny is really cute on Easter, but who’s going to clean its cage for the next eight to ten years.

So in general when you consider giving a puppy or kitten or rabbit or baby chicks please make sure that the recipient knows they’re coming and is willing to make the commitment to care for the animal for the rest of its life.

Chocolate eggs and other candies are common around Easter. Be careful where you put them. If they can be reached by your pet they might prove fatal. There are chemicals in chocolates called methyl xanthines. These chemicals are not good for dogs in particular.

For whatever reason dogs are very sensitive to methyl xanthines and can be poisoned by them. This inherent sensitivity is magnified by the greedy nature of many dogs. A dog that finds a two pound box of chocolates sitting on the living room table is not usually inclined to say to him or herself, “I think I’ll only

have one or two pieces, my friends might want some too.” On the contrary a dog is a lot more likely to think something to the effect of, “WOW. What a score. I better eat this as fast as I can because if my owner sees me at this they might stop me and take my treasure away.”

So the typical 35 lb. dog will eat the entire 2 lb. box of chocolate as fast as it can. That’s the equivalent of the average human eating about 8 lbs. of chocolate at one sitting. I don’t know about you, but if I ate 8 lbs. of chocolate all at once I might not be feeling so great myself. A couple of pieces is quite fine for me, thank you. So while dogs are more sensitive to the effects of methyl xanthines than we are its not quite as simple as that. Over indulgence and gluttony will get even the best of us, human or canine, in trouble. You can combat some of the trouble if you make sure to provide special chew treats to occupy pets during egg hunts and other related activities during Easter and May Day celebrations.

The take home messages on this issue are two: First – Make sure that if you’re going to

give living gifts they are going to someone that wants them and is willing to make the long term commitment to care for them.

Second – Make sure to put your treats (especially the chocolate ones) out of reach of your animal friends.

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This time we’re learning to draw Hawai'i’s State Fish, the Humuhumunukunukuapua’a (the fish with a nose like a pig).

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STEP 1: With a pencil, sketch softly the shapes of two diamonds. A large one for the body, and a small one for the tail.

STEP 2: Use a pen or press harder with the pencil to do the outline of the fish using the diamonds as a guide. Draw in the fins and the shape of the fish more accurately.

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STEP 3: Draw the pattern of the fish’s design and color it in.

Color your drawings and send them in to Kaua'i Family Magazine at: P.O. Box 665, Lihu'e, HI 96766 3

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Road Rabbit Visits Hawaii

By Martha Hodges

Once upon a time there was a rabbit who lived in a cold land far away. He shivered even though he wore a thick glossy fur coat. He wished he could go to a warm and sunny place. Suddenly, he remembered his Auntie who lived in Hawaii and so he decided to go and visit her.

When he appeared at his Auntie’s house, she exclaimed, “Why you are quite the Road Rabbit. You have traveled 5,000 miles to get here!” And that is how the rabbit came to be named Road Rabbit!

Road Rabbit was amazed at all the beauty around him. His nose twitched as he caught the smell of flowers and fresh fruit.

But it was the ocean that puzzled him.

He wondered why the water rolled and crashed like that.

His Auntie said, “Don’t you want to find out what is underneath the water?”

Well, Road Rabbit was not too sure about getting his fur wet. But his Auntie said, “Don’t worry. Just put on these magic glasses. They allow you to see a whole new world of animals, called fish, that live in the water.”

Tucking his ears carefully (for rabbits are very particular about their long floppy ears), Road Rabbit placed the magic glasses over his head. Twitching his whiskers, he lowered his head into the clear, blue water. When he saw the brightly colored fish swimming all around him, he realized that he was about to make a whole new set of friends.

The fish were curious, too. They swam all around Road Rabbit, tickling his tummy and sending bubble messages to him. He told his new friends that his Auntie was waiting for him and that he would be back another day.

As Road Rabbit hopped up the beach, he thought, “There is so much in the world to discover, and it’s the things we can’t even

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imagine that will surprise us the most. I never would have met my new fish friends if I hadn’t tried the magic glasses. I wonder what new thing I will learn tomorrow?”

Can you answer these questions?

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Where do you think the rabbit came from?

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Why does the ocean move?

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What are the “magic glasses” that Road Rabbit wore?

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What fish do you think Road Rabbit saw?

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What do you think the fish were saying to Road Rabbit?

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What new thing did YOU learn today?

About The Road Rabbit Project The ‘Road Rabbit Project’ was developed by Elizabeth Patrick, an elementary school teacher in Canton, New York. In order to teach her students about the 50 states, she came up with the idea of asking friends and relatives across the United States to “host” a visit from Road Rabbit in their particular state. The stuffed rabbit was mailed in a box from state to state and at each new destination, the host imagined the rabbit going on a tour which would highlight the features of that state. Photos, postcards, maps and pamphlets were mailed back to the classroom and Road Rabbit’s progress was noted on a huge map posted on the classroom wall.

Each “host” kept the rabbit for a week and then mailed it on to the next address on the itinerary list. In a school year, 20 to 30 states were explored. The children anxiously waited for news of Road Rabbit’s whereabouts and it lead to interesting lessons on what made each state interesting or special.

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OCEAN SAFETY TIPS

Spring Is Here

By Monty Downs, MD When spring comes, summer is fast on its heels – and the fun ocean activities that go with it.

The Hawaiian islands’ position in the middle of the blue ocean lets us benefit from the multitude of storms and waves generated thousands of miles away. It is why we have legendary surfing, and also presents us with ocean-safety challenges.

The County’s “Learn to Swim” program is a terrific way to have your child learn drown-proofing...

It’s ironic that our surfers look for rip currents so that they can use them to shoot out to their take-off zones. These same rip currents are what gets less advanced watermen and women in desperate trouble in a hurry.

One of my own emergency room partners, Thomas Hemingway, recently witnessed a scenario exactly like this at Hideaways.

He hustled out with his board and saved a near-drowning victim. I call these helpful surfers our front-line lifeguards and “Force Multipliers.”

What about safe summer ocean activities?

The Junior Lifeguards programs stand out. The free Kaua'i County program expands this year to include a Keiki Junior Lifeguard program, for youth 8-12 years old. The “real” Junior Lifeguard program includes ages 13-17 years old. Call 2414984 for more information.

Pat Durkin’s legendary Junior Lifeguard program charges a fee. Call 828-6812 for information.

The County’s “Learn to Swim” program is a terrific way to have your child learn drown-proofing and elementary swimming. By the end of a week he or she will be able to swim the length of a 25-yard pool. Check kaua'i.gov for information.

Competitive swim clubs, like Mokihana Aquatics Club (821-0587) and Swim Kaua'i Aquatics (639-8792) can teach you to swim well.

Surf schools, found in the Yellow Pages, are an integral part of our Force Multipliers: They turn out watermen and women who can help guard our beaches.

If you have special needs, you of course must check out KORE (korekauai@hotmail. com). They will treat you to a safe and joyful ocean experience once a month.

Beyond canoe clubs, snorkeling and diving concessions, there are many other ocean-related activities and businesses on Kaua'i. Please always stress your interest in safety when you are asking. Regarding ocean equipment rentals: Our Kaua'i Lifeguard Association (KLA) has 2 key safety recommendations: 1) Don’t rent a boogie board without renting and using fins (this is in case you get pulled out by a rip. Having fins is huge, both for treading water and for swimming); and 2) Don’t rent a stand-up paddle board without in-theocean instruction and supervision.

Have a fun and safe spring and summer in and around our beautiful beaches. And while you’re on our beaches, keep an eye out for our 130 KLA rescue tube stations. Also, if you see a rescue tube that has disappeared, or is battered, call me at 822-3695.

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