THIS WEEK

Alzheimer's Prevention and Reversal Education: A free class on simple and effective solutions to help prevent and reverse Alzheimer's disease. 5-7 p.m. Monday at Hawaii Kai Public Library. Call Paul at 469-6199 or visit 60daystohealth.com for information.

American Red Cross Certification Classes: Training courses for non-professionals and professionals in basic care for injuries, sudden illnesses and life-threatening respiratory or cardiac emergencies, held at 4155 Diamond Head Road. Call 739-8123 or 739-8132, or visit hawaiiredcross.org to register. » “;Adult CPR with First Aid,”; 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. today and Monday, $55 fee.

Blood Drive: Give the gift of life at the Blood Bank of Hawaii blood drives in December. Donors must be in good health, be 18 years of age or older, weigh 110 pounds or more and provide a valid photo ID. Call 845-9966 or visit bbh.org for information. » 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. today at Windward Mall, next to Leonard's Malasadamobile. » 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. today at Hawaii Kai Towne Center, near Costco. » 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. tomorrow at Town Center of Mililani.

Kupuna Connections: Kapiolani Community College presents a TV series dedicated to Hawaii's seniors and their families, covering topics including retirement, health, living options and more. This week's topic will discuss “;End of Life Hospice Care.”; 5:30 p.m. today and 6:30 a.m. tomorrow on channel 55, shown on Oahu, Kauai, Maui and Hawaii. For topic suggestion or issues, call 734-9469 or e-mail .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Lamaze Prepared Childbirth: A six-week course reviewing body conditioning exercises, breathing and relaxation techniques. Instructors will also review topics as needed, which may include labor and delivery, postpartum care, medication or breast and bottle feeding. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Mondays at Castle Medical Center, Kailua. $75, $65 if delivering at Castle. Call 263-5400 or register online at castlemed.org.

NUTRITION & EXERCISE

Adult Fitness Classes: Tone and reshape your body with aerobic and anaerobic exercises to improve posture and increase strength and flexibility, 4 to 5 p.m. Wednesdays at The Movement Center in the Franklin Variety Building in Kaimuki, 1215 Center St., Suite 211. Wear walking shoes and exercise clothing. Cost: $10/class. Call 735-8641 or visit http://www.movementcenter.org.

Castle Medical Center Fitness Classes: All classes held at the Castle Wellness Center. Cost: $40/month or $100/quarter for all exercise, stretching and qigong classes. Free for Windward YMCA members. No classes on holidays. Call 263-5400 or visit http://www.castlemed.org for information. » Morning Stretch: 8:15 to 8:45 a.m. Fridays » Osteo-Cise: 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Wednesdays » Core Strengthening and Conditioning: 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. Wednesdays » Freedom of Movement: 11 a.m. to noon Fridays » Interval Training: 11 a.m. to noon Mondays and Fridays » Longer Life, Health and Wellness Fitness Class: 10 to 11 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays » Qigong: 8 to 8:45 a.m. Mondays » Steady On Your Feet: 11 a.m. to noon Mondays

Na Mikimiki Project for Moms: This program to help mothers become more physically active is open to moms ages 18 to 45 with infants (2 through 12 months of age) who do not exercise regularly; have no health problems to prevent walking; have health insurance; are not pregnant or planning to become pregnant for 18 months; and do not plan to move off Oahu in the next 18 months. Participants will complete surveys, attend in-person visits to Manoa Campus or Dole Cannery, and receive gift certificates over 18 months. Call 441-8199 or e-mail .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Fresh Days by Kaiser Permanente: Learn how to shop for affordable, fresh, high-quality and locally grown produce and experience the good health that smart nutrition can provide. Call the Kaiser Lifestyle Program at 432-2270 for information. » 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Fridays at Kaiser, Honolulu Clinic, main entrance » 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays at Kaiser, Moanalua Clinic, main entrance » 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Kaiser, Waipio Clinic, main entrance

JJ's Swim & Fitness: Basic fitness and ocean swim instruction for adults by John “;JJ”; Kobelansky Jr. for beginners and ocean-challenged athletes, 8:30 a.m. Saturdays at Ala Moana Beach Park, Magic Island Lagoon, Diamond Head side. Now offering specialized training for water fitness and competency exams. Cost: $15 for one-hour class; private lessons available. Bring swim goggles, swimsuit, towel and/or beach mat. Call JJ at 373-3839 before attending each class.

Ke Ola Mamo Exercise Program: Affordable exercise program with instructor Gregorio Juliano, presented by one of five Native Hawaiian Health Care Systems, 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at Ke Ola Mamo Office, Suite K. Program includes cardiovascular, strength and flexibility components for beginners and those wanting to lose weight. Cost: $15. Call 668-1110.

Kundalini Yoga: Learn how to ease stress, focus the mind and develop a deeper level of well-being, 8 to 9:30 a.m. Saturdays at Hare Krishna Temple, 51 Coelho Way, or 8:30 to 10 a.m. Sundays at Kapiolani Park near the Diamond Head Tennis Courts (Paki Street under the banyan tree). Cost: $10 for Saturday class or $8 for Sunday class. Call Maria at 393-5095 or e-mail .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Laughing Hatha Yoga: 7 p.m. Thursdays and 9 a.m. Saturdays at Kailua Shambhala Meditation Center, Aikahi Park Shopping Center, 25 Kaneohe Bay Drive, Suite 205. Cost: $10 per class. Call Annette Rutty at 352-8103, e-mail .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or visit http://www.kailua.shambhala.org to confirm schedule.

Learn to Swim: Acquire the fundamentals and skills necessary to swim at these beginner classes for adults and children at La Pietra-Hawaii School for Girls, 2933 Poni Moi Road. Cost: $44 for four classes. Call Marci at 922-4192 for schedules/registration; or 432-2620.

Meditation for Stress Relief: Kailua Shambhala Meditation Center, Aikahi Park Shopping Center, 25 Kaneohe Bay Drive, Suite 205. For more information, call 342-6298, e-mail .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or visit http://www.kailua.shambhala.org to confirm schedule. » Individual meditation instruction and open meditation, 9 to 11 a.m. Sundays » Introduction to meditation, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays

MUVE: A dance/exercise hybrid class based on guided improvisational movements ranging from stillness to highly energetic dance for people of all ages, shapes and sizes. Cost: $1 for Monday session; free for Saturday and Tuesday sessions. Call 955-8211 or visit http://www.muve.com. » 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. Saturdays at Moiliili Community Center » 7 to 8 a.m. Mondays at Kapahulu Center » 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays at UH Senior Center, Chinatown

Pilates Mat Classes: Learn basic exercises to help increase flexibility, strength, balance and coordination; tone and strengthen the core; and improve posture, 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at The Movement Center in Franklin Variety Building in Kaimuki, 1215 Center St., Suite 211. Cost: $10 per class. Call 735-8641

Spa Party Day: Feel and look better and also receive a free facial, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Wall Paper and Finer Things, 500 Alakawa St., Suite 120. Call 845-0007 for appointment.

SUPPORT GROUPS

ALS Support Group: 6 to 8 p.m. second Tuesday of the month at the Queen's Conference Center. Call Jennifer Li at 593-4454.

Attitudinal Healing: Learn to choose thoughts, feelings and attitudes about things that cause conflict and distress, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays at Windward YMCA. Free. Call 781-7617.

CF Clubhouse: Open to Waipahu, Ewa Beach and Mililani families dealing with children's clubfeet. Call Carole at 551-3987.

COPD Support Group: Support group by the Hawaii COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Coalition discussing topics including exercise, nutrition, medications, relaxation, legislation, travel, supplemental oxygen and more, 10 a.m. to noon second Friday of the month at Kaiser, Honolulu Clinic, meeting room 2A/B. Call 699-9839 or 988-2439, or visit http://www.hawaiicopd.org for information.

Fibromyalgia Support Group: 9:15 to 10 a.m. newbie meeting and 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. regular meeting and potluck, second Saturday of the month at St. Clement's Parish Hall, 1515 Wilder Ave. RSVP requested. Call 677-8770 or e-mail .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Healing Journal: People with multiple sclerosis and their friends use journals and share writings and stories at sessions facilitated by David Shapiro, noon to 1:30 p.m. fourth Wednesday of the month at National Multiple Sclerosis Society Office, 418 Kuwili St., No. 105. Call 532-0806.

Hina Mauka: “;Addiction Education for the Family”; for anyone who has a family member or close friend with an addiction problem, 7 to 8 p.m. Thursdays at 45-845 Pookela St. Call 236-2600.

Honolulu Gay Support Group: 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Waikiki Community Center, 310 Paoakalani Ave., Room 202A. Call 537-2000 or e-mail .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Infertility Support Group Meeting: Resolve Hawaii hosts sessions, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. fourth Tuesday of the month at Kapiolani Medical Center. Call 528-8559 or visit http://www.resolveofhawaii.org.

Kidney Cancer Support Group: 7 to 8 p.m. third Wednesday of odd-numbered months at the Queen's Conference Center. Free. Call 732-3078 prior to attendance.

Kidney Support Group: Guest speakers teach ways to improve kidney health and delay or avoid dialysis, 6 to 7:30 p.m. third Thursday of the month at Kaiser Permanente Nephrology Department. Co-sponsored by National Kidney Foundation. Free. Call 432-8050.

Living With Loss Share Group: Educational information and resources for families facing grief, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. first Sunday of the month at Kaiser, Honolulu Clinic, Conference Room 1BC. Free. Material costs optional. Call 432-2270.

Managing Pain: Discover how thoughts, feelings, physical moments, relaxation and medication contribute to pain management at these six-week, two-hour sessions, Tuesdays at Kaiser, Moanalua Clinic. Cost: $32. Call 432-7446.

Mended Hearts Support Group: For heart patients, caregivers and anyone facing cardiac problems, 1 to 3 p.m. third Saturday of the month at Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific, Conference Room WO4. Free. Call 544-3369.

OCD Support Group: For obsessive-compulsive disorder sufferers and their families, 11 a.m. second Saturday of the month at Star of the Sea Church. Call 261-6987 or 239-5150.

Organ/Tissue Donor Family Support Group: For family members who lost loved ones who chose to donate their organs and/or tissues, 1 to 3 p.m. second Sunday of the month at Kaiser, Moanalua Clinic. Sponsored by the Hawaii Donor Family Council, a program of the National Kidney Foundation of Hawaii. Call 637-6012.

Ovarian Cancer Support Group: » 6:30 to 8 p.m. third Tuesday of the month at the Queen's Medical Center. Call 547-4243 » 6:30 to 8 p.m. fourth Thursday of the month at Kapiolani Women's Center. Call 535-7000

Parents Without Partners: 7 p.m. third Wednesday of the month at Harris United Methodist Church. Call 262-7441 or visit http://go.to/pwp-hi.

Post-Polio Support Group: Quarterly meetings on second Saturday of July, October, January and April; 10 a.m. to noon at the Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific, Conference Room WO2. Call 737-9533.

Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous: Free 12-step fellowship group for men and women, 8 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays and 7 p.m. Saturdays at the Church of the Crossroads, 1212 University Ave. Call 926-0166 or visit http://www.slaafws.org.

Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (Maui): 7:30 p.m. Fridays at Kenolio Recreational Complex, Kihei Bridge Club Room, 131 S. Kihei Road.

Spinal Cord Injury Support Group: Open forum on educational topics and peer support for patients, caregivers and family members, 2 to 3 p.m. first Thursday of the month at Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific, first-floor lanai. Call 531-3511 or visit http://www.rehabhospital.org.

Stroke Support Group: Open forum on educational topics and peer support for patients, caregivers and family members, 10-11:30 a.m. first Tuesday of the month at Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific, first-floor lanai. Call 531-3511 or visit http://www.rehabhospital.org.

Theta Healing Group: Sessions with Dr. Annalia Russell for those suffering from physical, emotional and mental discomfort and pain, 7 p.m. first and third Tuesdays of the month at A Center 4 Well Being in Kapaa, Kauai. Call (808) 822-2686 or visit http://www.ACenter4WellBeing.com.