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THIS WEEK

"The Good Flight": A Path to Becoming an "A List" Computer Graphic Artist: Bruno Vilela discusses getting into the world of computer graphics, 7 to 9 p.m. today, Kapiolani Community College, KOA 102. Call 735-3879.

Hawaii's Dynamic Ocean: Hawaii Ocean Observing System Lecture Series: "How Local Rain Events Affect Greenhouse Gas in Atmosphere," led by Dr. Eric Heinen De Carlo. 6 p.m. today, Outrigger Waikiki, Kalakaua Room. Call 924-6040.

"Look Development for Professionals: Techniques for Hi-End Shading": Bruno Vilela will discuss how to achieve the look of a picture in computer graphics. 2 to 4:30 p.m. today, Kapiolani Community College, room KOA 102. Call 735-3879.

Aiea Public Library: Organ Donor Center of Hawaii presentation on how to become an organ donor, 6:30 p.m. Thursday. Call 483-7333.

45th Recycling Community Clean-Up Project: Nanakuli Intermediate and High School is collecting recyclable items. Drop off bulky items or call for curb-side pick-up. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at school parking lot. Call 586-8465 for list of needed items or to volunteer time, a van or a truck.

Craft Fair and Pigeon Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, He'eia State Park in Kaneohe. Hosted by Hawaii All Breed Pigeon Association to benefit children who raise pigeons. Visit www.hawaiiallbreedpigeonassociation.com.

Fall Vintage Sale at Waioli Tea Room: Featuring Victorian and country-style collectibles and decor, 5 to 8:30 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Call 226-3526.

Psychic Fair: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Louis Pohl Gallery. Helen Rauer will perform intuitive readings and Vernon Rieta will read tarot cards. Call 521-1812.

"All About Inclusion": One-day conference presented by the Learning Disabilities Association of Hawaii, 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday at Hawaii Community College. Free admission. Reservations required. Call (800) 533-9684, ext. 25.

Wearable Art from Nature: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday at Hawaii Nature Center for ages 3 and up. Cost: $16 per parent/child team. Call 955-0100 ext. 18.

Walt Disney Entertainment Auditions: Female Polynesian dancers needed for "The Polynesian Paradise Show" at Tokyo Disneyland. Auditions begin at 10 a.m. Sunday at Ballet Hawaii, Dole Cannery. Registration begins at 9 a.m. Applicants must be adults willing to relocate to Tokyo for a year. Bring headshot and resume. Call (407) 397-3810 or visit www.disneyauditions.com.

Kahuku Public and School Library: Scheduled to host these two free events in September. Call 293-8935. » "Hawaiian Herbs 3 with Kapua Fonoimoana and Carol Anamizu": 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. All ages. » "Drug Prevention - Ohana Viewpoint": 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sept. 23. All ages.

COMING UP

Ewa Beach Public & School Library: "Watch a Book: Afternoon Mystery Movie," 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 18, ages 5 and up. Call 689-1204.

"Words About Me": 4 p.m. Thursday Sept. 18 at Waioli Tea Room. The Learning For A Lifetime Foundation's Second Annual Fundraising Event. Tickets: $45. Call 428-1625.

"EZ Orchid Growing": 9:30 a.m. Sept. 20, Foster Botanical Garden. Cost: $3 residents. Call 522-7064.

"Neon": Fundraiser for Keep the Country COUNTRY, Defend Oahu Coalition. 9 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. Sept. 20 at Pipeline Cafe. Call 275-7210.

Aina Haina Public Library: "Cell Phones, Kids and Us: the Inconvenient Truth about Convenient Technologies," 6:30 p.m. Sept. 23. Call 377-2456.

Pearl City Public Library: "Tai-Chi for Health," 9:30 a.m. Sept. 25. Call 453-6566.

Clubs/Hobbies

American Recorder Society: Meets at 7:15 p.m. third Monday of the month, Academy Art Center, 1111 Victoria St. Call 988-4534; e-mail dougwood@lava.net.

Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks: Monthly meetings at 7:30 p.m. first and third Tuesdays of the month, Kailua Lodge No. 2230, 167 Hamakua Drive, Kailua. Call 262-0355 or e-mail elks2230@yahoo.com.

Bridge Games: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, Waikiki Community Center. Cost: $1 members; $3 guests. Call 923-1802.

Chess Club: 5 p.m. Fridays at Starbucks Aiea. Call 488-1221.

Exchange Club of Downtown Honolulu: Luncheon meetings featuring local speakers are held the first three Thursdays of every month, noon to 1:30 p.m. at local country clubs. Cost is $20. Call 524-0330 ext. 2.

Hawaii Historical Bottle Collectors Club: Meets 7 to 9:30 p.m. second Tuesday of the month, Susannah Wesley Community Center, 1117 Kaili St. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for trading and discussion. Call 941-8551.

Hawaii Handweavers Hui: 6:30 p.m. second Wednesday of every odd month, Academy Art Center's community room. Call 591-8539.

Hawaiian Trail and Mountain Club: 8 a.m. Saturdays; meet at mauka end of Iolani Palace for scenic hikes around Oahu. Cost: $2; transportation not provided. Call 488-0044.

Honolulu Mens Chorus: Rehearses 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays, Community Church of Honolulu, 2345 Nuuanu Ave. Call 429-9600.

International Folk Dancers of Hawaii: 6:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Sundays, Manoa Valley District Park, multipurpose room, 2721 Kaaipu Ave., Honolulu. Cost is $3. Contact 941-6453 or 521-2270.

Jewish Singles: Activities for ages 25 to 45. Call 944-3329.

Junior League of Honolulu: An organization for women committed to volunteerism, developing the potential of women and improving communities. Call 946-6466 or 834-1465.

Ko'olaupoko Hawaiian Civic Club: 7 p.m. first Tuesday of every month. For meeting location, call 224-8514.

"Manilow Menehune" Fan Club: Looking for new members. Call 735-5854 or e-mail jyoung@lava.net.

Miata Club of Hawaii: 6 p.m. second Thursday of the month, Bob's Big Boy, Mapunapuna. Call 256-8477 or visit www.miataracer.com.

Newcomers Club of Honolulu: Call 591-7600 for schedule. Aloha Coffee is usually held at 10 a.m. second Thursday of the month; monthly luncheon at 11:30 a.m. third Thursday of the month.

Oahu Go Club: 7 to 10 p.m. Mondays, Starbucks Coffee, Kaneohe Bay Shopping Center. Free lessons, practice and competition. Visit www.oahugoclub.org; call 235-1567 or e-mail frank713@yahoo.com.

Rotary Club of Pearl Harbor: Meets noon to 1 p.m. Mondays, Honolulu International Country Club. Cost: $15. Call 564-2344.

Scrabble Club: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Kahala Mall (outside Foot Locker). All skill levels welcome. E-mail seud002@hawaii.rr.com.

Sew Dollightful Cloth Doll Club: 1 to 4 p.m. fourth Saturday of the month. Call 239-7679.

Singles Club: Oahu Singles Club invites non-smoking, over-40 singles to join activities and social events. Call 395-6096 before 9 p.m.

Society of American Magicians: Meets 7 p.m. second Thursday of the month, Kalihi Library. Call 836-1800.

Sounds of Aloha Chorus: Rehearses from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Thursdays, Ala Moana Club House, 404 Kapahulu Ave. All sections welcome. Call 262-7664.

3rd Thursday Surf Discussion Series: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Chinatown Boardroom, 1160 Nuuanu Ave. Call 585-7200.

Waikiki Community Center Thrift Shop: Open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays; and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 310 Paoakalani Ave.

Toastmasters: » Practice speaking skills: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays, St. Andrew's Priory School, Kennedy Hall, Room 202. Call 732-6491 or 521-5164. » Waikiki Club: 7 to 8 p.m. Thursdays at Compadres Bar and Grill, Ward Centre. Call 221-0438 or e-mail gching222@aol.com. For more meetings, visit www.district49.org/clubs.

Volkswagen Club: Road rallies, fundraising, island cruises, car shows and other activities. Meetings held second Thursday of the month. Kakaako Waterfront Park. Call 782-6250.

Hawaii Society of Volunteers: General meeting held at 6 p.m. last Monday of the month at Halawa District Park, 99-795 Iwaiwa St. Cost is $5. Call 256-3014.

Westside Cruisers Car Club: 6 to 10 p.m. last Saturday of the month. Masago's Drive Inn, Waianae.

Windward Chess & Go Club: 4 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Kailua District Park's Tiny Tots Meeting Room. Free lessons 5 to 5:45 p.m. Visit www.windwardchess.org; call 235-1567 or e-mail info@windwardchess.org.

Yoga And Meditation Classes: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Manoa. Free. Call 393-6342.

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