TODAY

CANDIDATE FORUMS featuring the 14 people running for the late Duke Bainum's seat, 6-9 p.m., Ala Wai Golf Course Clubhouse; also 6-9 p.m. July 15, Washington Middle School cafeteria; sponsored by the League of Women Voters.

HAWAII GIFTED ASSOCIATION summer mini-sessions for educators, students and parents: Skill and Trust Building, 2-4:30 p.m. July 7; Emotional and Social Issues, 5:30-7 p.m. July 18; Diversity, 5:30-7 p.m. July 24; students to meet at University of Hawai'i-Manoa Children's Center, adults at HGA, 1232 Waimanu St. E-1. Information: www.higifted.org, 597-8824 or higifted@aol.com.

FAMILY CARE GIVING WORKSHOP 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Bishop Museum, Atherton Halau; learn the basics of providing safe, quality care to your loved one; $75 includes continental breakfast and manual; register by June 30. 454-4435.

WAI'ANAE NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD MEETING 7 p.m., Wai'anae Neighborhood Community Center.