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POSTED: Tuesday, March 02, 2010

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THIS WEEK

”;Flexibility and Tai Chi”; class: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. tomorrow at Windward Community College, Hale Kuhina 115. Marie Riley teaches yoga stretches and breathing exercises to enhance chi awareness. Wear comfortable clothing and no fragrance. Fee: $9. Registration recommended seven days in advance. Call 235-7433.

”;Magic Bullet”; fitness workshop: 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. tomorrow at YMCA Windward, 1200 Kailua Road. Learn about the benefits of exercise, heart-rate monitoring, exercise equipment and how to start a fitness routine. Free for HMSA members, $35 for nonmembers. To register, call 432-9220 or visit the YMCA Welcome Desk.

16th Annual PrimeTime Wellness Fair: 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday at Neal Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. Opening ceremonies begin 8:15 a.m. Informational booths, games, prize giveaways, seminars and free health screenings, document shredding and notary services (identification required). Free. Call 844-4444.

HMSA health sessions: Free for HMSA members, $35 for nonmembers. To register, call 948-6398 or visit http://www.hmsa.com.

» “;Strong, Straight & Steady”;: Two-part session, 9:30 a.m. to nooon Thursday and March 11 at Kaimuki Plaza, 3465 Waialae Ave., suite 400. Learn about the factors that increase the risk of falls; exercises to improve mobility and stability; and balance and posture assessments.

» “;Body Power”;: Three-part session, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. beginning Thursday and March 11 and 18 at Hale 'O Kapolei, 949 Kamokila Blvd., Suite 375. Learn about fitness basics such as strength, flexibility, aerobics and safe exercises.

”;Juggling Diets”; lecture: 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday at Kaiser Permanente, Honolulu Clinic, conference room 1BC, 1010 Pensacola St. A registered dietitian helps you sort and prioritize nutritional and medical needs. Free. Call 432-2235.

”;Eat a Rainbow”; healthy cooking demonstration: 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Castle Medical Center, Wellness Center auditorium. Learn to cook with colorful vegetables and fruits for a healthier diet, which may help reduce cancer risks. Free. Call 263-5400 or visit http://www.castlemed.org.

Cancer Research Information Day: Registration deadline is Friday for March 13 event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii, Manoa Grand Ballroom, 2454 S. Beretania St. Information booths and discussions on various cancers and related topics by local cancer researchers and clinical specialists. Registration begins 8 a.m. Free. To register, call 441-7710 or e-mail cancerresearchinfoday@ crch.hawaii.edu. For details, call 586-3010 or visit http://www.crch.org.

”;Things That Creep and Crawl at Night”; lecture: 10 to 11 a.m. Monday at Pohai Nani Retirement Community auditorium, 45-090 Namoku St., Kaneohe. Learn about restless leg syndrome and other sleep disorders. Free. Call 432-2235.