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Senior Island Wide Programs & Special Events
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| Kaua`i's Seniors are a vibrant part of our Island People. They look forward to opportunities to learn new skills, be kept abreast of what is happening in their communities and share long time practices and traditions. The Na Kupuna Council, which consists of senior representatives from all neighborhood center meets regularly to discuss topics that impact them and their communities. The Department of Parks & Recreation is committed to goals that support the interest of Seniors. |
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Senior Valentine Dance
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The Senior Valentine Dance is one of the most enjoyable events for seniors, and is hosted by a different senior center each year. This exciting event includes great entertainment, 'ono food, and of course, lots of dancing!
Event Information:
Date: February 10th, 2012
Time: 9:00 am- 12:30 pm
Location: Kekaha Neighborhood Center
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Senior Softball Tournament
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This year, the 37th Annual Hawaii State Senior Softball Tournament will be held on Kauai. The event will be hosted by County of Kauai Department of Parks and Recreation, and the Kauai Senior Citizen Softball Association.
Event Information:
Date: August 7th, 8th, & 9th, 2012
Location: Hanapepe Stadium Complex
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Senior Fun Day
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This is an awesome event where seniors from all neighborhood centers throughout the island get together to play games, enjoy live entertainment, and build stronger relationships with each other. Some games include: horse shoe, Portuguese horse shoe, tic-tac-toe, lawn bowling, and bingo. The County of Kauai Parks and Recreation, Elderly Affairs, and the Kauai Fire Department have all helped in making this special event a success.
Event Information:
Date: September 7th, 2012
Location: Lydgate
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Arts & Craft, Food & Entertainment Fair
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Every year, the seniors from all neighborhood centers throughout the island look forward to showing off all of their skills including: cooking, sewing, singing, dancing, and many others. This event is a great opportunity for our community to see and experience what our seniors can create. Family and friends are encouraged to attend this event!
Event Information:
Date: November 17, 2012
Location: Kauai Memorial Convention Hall
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Other Senior Activities & Classes
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At neighborhood centers throughout the island, these are some of the activities offered weekly:
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Aquatics
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Art
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Ukulele
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Bonsai
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Oshibana
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Ceramics
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Computers
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Tai Chi
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Hanafuda
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Exercise
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Weaving
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Yoga
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Quilting
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Beijing
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Sewing
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Painting
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Crafts
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Dancing
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Chi Gong
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Gateball
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Many others...
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Interested in joining our Senior Program?
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If you are interested in joining our senior program or would like a monthly senior calendar, contact the Neighborhood Center closest to you.
The Senior Programs organizes opportunities for those seniors who wish to participate in only some of the programs provided. We encourage any level of participation. We also welcome receiving suggestions for new programs that will encourage seniors to become members. We are also alwasy on the lookout for new Senior and Youth activities instructors.
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Neighborhood Centers:
Kekaha NC: 337-1761
Waimea NC: 338-1122
Kaumakani NC: 335-5770
Hanapepe NC: 335-3731
Kalaheo NC: 332-9770
Koloa NC: 742-1313
Lihue NC: 241-6857
Kapaa NC: 822-1931
Kilauea NC: 828-1421
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You may also contact Melanie Okamoto at mokamoto@kauai.gov or call 241-4462.
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