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Be one with Earth

To get people to start thinking about Earth Day, April 22, the University of Hawaii at Manoa's Outreach program offers "Ecopsychology: Exploring the Human to Nature Connection," running three consecutive weekends, starting Saturday.

The noncredit class will be taught by Dr. Neil Gowensmith, a licensed psychologist who is passionate about exploring people's attitudes and motivations in relation to the environment. Gowensmith has taught ecopsychology on the mainland, in Belize and South Africa.

Ecopsychology refers to our connection to the natural world. But most people act as though we are separate from nature instead of an intrinsic part. Gowensmith is curious about the roots of this split and the rationale for our thoughts and reactions.

The course blends group projects, individual reflection, art and science to explore topics. A good part of class time will be spent outdoors.

The class will meet from 9 a.m. to noon every Saturday through April 23 at the Yukiyoshi Room, Krauss Hall 012. The cost is $125. To learn more visit: www.outreach.hawaii.edu. To register, call 956-8400. Pre-registration is a must.

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Start thinking about your connection to the blue planet.

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Keiki bereavement

Hospice Hawaii is accepting applications for a children's bereavement camp for children who have lost a loved one to death in the past two or three years.

Designed to address issues of loss, trained counselors will talk about feelings of sadness, loneliness and abandonment on June 25 and 26 at Camp Mokuleia.

Youths in grades 3 to 12 can participate in fun outdoor activities with peers dealing with the similar experiences.

A pre-camp gathering will take place on May 14 for campers and their families. Cost to attend the two-day camp is $50. Some scholarships are available. Call Christa Otake at 791-8044.

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JWS hosts 'Potpourri'

The Japanese Women's Society of Honolulu is hosting its annual fashion show "Potpourri of Fashions" April 17 at the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel's Hawaii Ballroom.

The show will feature creations by Harari, Linda Iki of Iki Couture, and Kahala Sportswear.

The event begins with boutique sales of women's clothing, jewelry and handbags from 9 a.m., with doors opening at 11:30 a.m. for the noon luncheon and fashion show.

Proceeds from the show staged by the Japanese Women's Society Foundation will benefit residents of Hale Pulama Mau at Kuakini Health Systems, and other programs for the elderly.

Tickets are $50, available by calling Suzette Lau Hee at 524-0450.

HCC prepares for 'Red Carpet'

Students at Honolulu Community College are preparing for the school's annual fashion show taking place 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 7 at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Coral Ballroom.

The theme for the event is "Red Carpet Affair," and collections comprise "Undercover" swimwear and bustier, "After Party" cocktail and soiree attire, "Bazaar" of creative wear, and "Spotlight," geared toward graduating seniors.

Tickets, at $30, include lunch, and funds raised will go toward the show's production. For more information, call Joy Nagaue at 845-9203 or Tara Chanel at 945-3594.

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