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U.N. marks Youth Day

Sunday is Children & Youth Day at the state Capitol, where one of the event highlights from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. is "My Dream for the Future," a children's interactive art project organized by Honolulu Waldorf High School senior Christopher Matar for the United Nations Hawaii to raise awareness of Hawaii's keiki's desire "to unite the world with aloha."

All the children's artwork will be on display at the Aloha Peace Forum Oct. 14 and 15 at the SGI Hawaii Culture Center, 2729 Pali Highway, then made into a book to be part of UNA Hawaii's permanent collection.

For more information, call Matar at 377-3636; Joanne Tachibana, president of United Nations Hawaii, at 387-7271; or visit the Web site www.unahawaii.org.

Style tips from Aveda

Aveda global makeup artist Rudy Miles will be in Hawaii to share makeup tips and tricks Monday and Tuesday.

He'll be at Center Court in Kahala Mall from 5 to 9 p.m. Monday in an appearance sponsored by Marsha Nadalin Salon & Spa, and the Aveda Experience by Marsha Nadalin, both in Kahala Mall. As an added treat, the salon and spa will be staffed to offer hand massages, neck and shoulder massages, and other short spa treatments. Call 737-8505 to make an appointment with Miles or for more information.

Miles will also speak about his experiences and share some of his makeup secrets on Tuesday at Allure Hair Studio and Day Spa, 2801 E. Manoa Road. Admission of $40 is good for $30 of products. Call to reserve a personal makeup appointment with him between 5 and 8 p.m. Call 988-3350.

Miles has worked with celebrities like Susan Sarandon and Nicole and Paris Hilton, and is responsible for the glowing, healthy looks featured in Aveda cosmetic ads. Miles also works with top fashion designers including Ralph Lauren, Dolce & Gabbana, Oscar de la Renta and Valentino to create runway looks at Fashion Week.

'Things Japanese' sale

The Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii will be hosting the "Things Japanese Sale" Tuesday through Oct. 13 in its Community Gallery & Gift Shop, open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays.

Expect a treasure trove of all things Japanese, including kimonos with gold-stitched embroidery, lacquer and ceramic ware, decorative obis and antiques and collectibles ranging from wedding kimonos, precious ningyo (dolls) and tea and dish sets, to woodblock prints and art. All proceeds support JCCH educational programs and activities.

Admission is free. JCCH members will receive 50 percent off selected items.

The center is at 2454 S. Beretania St. Call 945-7633 for more information.

Kau Kau and Kokua for the Keiki

Grab a meal and help a good cause Monday through Oct. 6 during "IHOP Waikiki Community Week." The locally owned restaurant will donate a percentage of sales to the Waikiki Community Center and the Children's Miracle Network at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children. IHOP Waikiki, which opened in June, is known for its 14 types of pancakes and other breakfast specialties, plus burgers, sandwiches and more.

CONTEST
Postpone your cleaning

Pack rats, take heart. The eyesore and health hazard that's supposed to house your car could pay off in the search for "America's Messiest Garage."

The winner will receive a day of garage organization from Leslie Segrete, home improvement guru of TLC's "While You Were Out" and "Trading Spaces," and an outdoor shed courtesy of contest sponsor Lifetime Products. Two runners-up will also receive an outdoor shed or a shopping spree at buylife.com.

Just sum up, in 250 words or less, why your garage is the worst, or in this case, greatest in terms of disorganization and threat to public health, and email it to messiestgarage@ hunterpr.com. Attach three photos showing the proof. Photos must be in jpeg format and no more than 3 megabytes in size, total. Entries must be received on or before Oct. 13.

HOME & GARDEN
Sunday garden tours are geared toward kids

Keiki are the main focus 1 p.m. Sundays during the month of October at Senator Fong's Plantation & Gardens at 47-285 Pulama Road.

The 1 1/2-hour tour is paced just right for the little ones, allowing them to explore shaded rain-forest canopies, taste fruits in season, hunt for kukui nuts and pick a fragrant flower.

Other tours are available at 10:30 and 1 p.m. daily.

Admission is $14.50 for adults, $9 for children. Kamaaina discounts are available.

Call 239-6775 or visit www.fonggarden.com.

Home improvement workshops are free

Mark your calendar for the following free do-it-yourself workshops coming up in October at your neighborhood Home Depot store.

» 7 p.m. Thursdays, except Oct. 26: Painting touch-up and technique
» 7 p.m. Oct. 26: Winterizing your lawn
» 7 p.m. Saturdays: Family fire safety
» 7 p.m. Sundays beginning Oct. 8: Creating an energy-efficient home

Kids workshop
» 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 7: Create a firetruck

Do-It-Herself workshop
» 7 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 23: Empower yourself -- Basic home repair and home safety

For more information, call 800-430-3376 or visit www.homedepot.com.

Homes go on parade October for 50th year

The Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii) will present the 50th annual BIA Parade of Homes from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the weekends of Oct. 7-8 and 14-15.

This statewide showcase of 25 new homes will educate consumers on the latest trends in technology and design in residential construction. The 2006 theme is "Showcasing 50 years of the Best of Hawaii's Builders."