Meditation for Stress Relief, instruction, discussion and practice of meditation techniques, 6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays, Oct. 19-Nov. 30, Kailua Shambhala Meditation Center, suite 205; free. 262-8352, www.ksbcenter.org.

Senior Health Fair, informational booths, health screenings, vendors of health products, 8:30-11:30 a.m. tomorrow, Hawai'i Kai Retirement & Assisted Living; free. 395-9599.

Tai Chi and Chi Kung, practice of "Embrace Tiger, Return to Mountain" and other tai chi movement patterns, led by Marie Riley for people 55 and older, 9:30-11:30 a.m. tomorrow, Windward Community College, Hale Kuhina 115; $9. 235-7433.

Bone Marrow Registry Drives, add your information to the statewide registry, 2-6 p.m. tomorrow, Sam's Club, Pearl City; also, noon-4 p.m. Saturday and 2-6 p.m. Sunday. 547-6154.

Qigong for Health, Walton Mew teaches how to revitalize life energy, calm the mind and strengthen the body with tai-chi movements, 8-9:30 a.m. Saturdays, Oct. 21-Nov. 25, Windward Community College Hale Kuhina 112; $35. 235-7433.

"Holidays, Grief and the Art of Coping," workshop for those who have lost a loved one, with suggestions by professional counselors on how to cope during the holiday season, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Ko'olau Golf Club, Kane'ohe; $55 includes lunch. Register by tomorrow: 595-7566, 924-9255.

Family Caregiver Training Series, seven classes on the care of the elderly and disabled, 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, Franciscan Adult Day Care Center free to family caregivers; registration required: 988-6300. Information: www.eldercarehawaii.com. This week: "Caregiving at the End of Life" presented by Barbara Shirland and George Osakoda.

Chi Kung for Health and Healing, Marie Riley teaches a two-session class on breathing exercises, mental imagery and chi kung movements, 10 a.m.-noon Saturday and Oct. 28, UH-Manoa, Sakamaki C103; $39, wear comfortable clothes, no perfumes. Register: 956-8400.

Health & Fitness Fair, health screenings, foot assessments, massages, 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Fleet Feet Sports, Kailua; free. 262-3278.

Practical Advice on the Raw Foods Diet, Ruth Heidrich shares information on health benefits and gives tips on transitioning and staying on a raw-foods diet, 7 p.m. Saturday, McCoy Pavilion, Ala Moana Beach Park; free, sponsored by Vegetarian Society of Hawaii. 384-4764.

12th annual Komen Hawaii Race for the Cure, 5K race and 1-mile fun walk/run to raise funds for the Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, registration and pre-race program 5-6 a.m., race begins 7 a.m. at Kapi'olani Park; $30-$40 for participants. 282-0852, 754-1817.

Kids Fest, interactive games, informational health booths, workshops, exercise challenges, health screenings, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Bishop Museum's lawn; free to families who register in advance, sponsored by Hawaii Pacific Health. Register: 524-6755.

"Moving You to Better Health," physical therapists provide information on exercise and ways to achieve optimal health and fitness, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, Kahala Mall; free. 258-6893.

"What You Need to Know About the Aging of Your Eyes," Dr. Hugo Higa, ophthalmologist and oculoplastic surgeon provides information on cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, droopy eyelids and presbyopia with steps to slow down the aging process, 6-7 p.m. Monday, Pearl City Public Library; free. 453-6566.

"Think Pink!" watch a video about breast cancer, make appointment for a mammogram, receive breast cancer information and prizes, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday, Macy's, Windward Mall; free. 263-5400.

"Early Detection Can Save Your Life," panel of doctors and therapists discuss how to lower your risk of contracting breast disease, methods of early detection and treatment options, 6 p.m. Wednesday, The Queen's Conference Center auditorium; free. Reservations: 537-7117.

Kidney Screening, urine and blood tests to determine early signs of kidney disease, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Oct. 26, Wai'anae Coast Comprehensive Health Center's Malama Ola Clinic; also, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Oct. 26, Castle Medical Center's Wellness Center, Kailua; free, for those 18 and older. Register: 589-5925.

Flu Shot Clinics, prepare for the coming flu season, through the end of October at various locations throughout the Islands; free to HMSA and Medicare Part B members, $35 for nonmembers. Complete schedule of times and locations at www.hmsa.com or call 211.

Free Flu Shots for those with neuromuscular diseases such as muscular dystrophy, spina muscular atrophy and Lou Gehrig's disease, provided by Muscular Dystrophy Association; go to your own doctor or flu shot clinic, then submit your receipt to MDA for reimbursement. 593-4454, www.mda.org.

Walk-In Flu Shot Clinics, through Nov. 3, at various K-Mart Pharmacies; $25 (pneumonia shots available for $40). For times and dates at a K-Mart near you: (800) 822-8345.

ONGOING

Mammograms for Uninsured and Underinsured Women, qualified women, ages 40-49, are invited to call for free breast cancer screening and health education, during office hours at St. Francis Medical Center in Liliha and St. Francis Medical Center — West in 'Ewa Beach; free. Call to schedule an appointment: 547-6889.

Senior Safe Walk, mall-walk program for improved balance, breathing and joint protection, 7-8 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Kahala Mall; free. Register: 739-0140.

Aerobic Dance Class, by Anne Noyes, for all ages, 7:15-8:15 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Holy Nativity Community Center, 5286 Kalaniana'ole Highway; $4. 941-0390.

Yoga is for Every Body, class in Kundalini and hatha yoga taught by Amber Ricci, 6-7:15 p.m. Tuesdays in Hawai'i Kai; $10 per class or $45 for five classes. For location and to register: 396-6715.

Aikido Classes, with the Aikido Ohana, children 3:30-5 p.m. and adults 5:15-6:15 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, Higashi Hongwanji Mission, 1685 'Alaneo St.; $20 per month for three classes per week, family and children's discounts available. 221-8656, www.aikidoohana.org.

Qi Gong Classes, improve health of the body and mind through exercise, meditation and teachings from ancient Chinese practices, sponsored by Falun Gong, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Ala Wai Park, 480 University Ave.; free. 943-6664.

Tai Chi, practice with instructor Janet Jin, sponsored by Arthritis Foundation, 8:30-10 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays, Chinatown Cultural Plaza courtyard; $2 donation requested. 596-2900.

Introduction to Transcendental Meditation, learn how to reduce blood pressure and live with less stress, 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. For registration and location: 947-2266, www.tm.org.

"Laugh Your Way to Health," practice of laughter yoga to improve well being, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Hawaii Tokai International College, 2241 Kapi'olani Blvd., sixth floor; free. 226-6438.

Chi-lel Qigong, open group practice with Ginny Walden of Blue Sky Healing Arts, 8-9 a.m. Thursdays, Kapahulu Center; $5. 944-8327.

Goddess Dance Bellydance and Yoga Fitness for Women, combination of belly dance, salsa and yoga with a Pilates cool-down, 5:30-7 p.m. Thursdays, Moiliili Community Center; $12 per class. 255-9839.

Qi Gong for Health, 12 sitting exercises to keep the body flexible, strengthen the immune system and promote good health, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Fridays, Qi Center, 1110 University Ave.; $40 general, free to seniors 65 and older. Register: 947-1333.

Freedom From Pain, series of classes with Brett A. Sloan on how to reduce pain from inflammation and injury through nutrition, 6 p.m. Fridays, Airport Center Chiropractic Clinic; free. 834-8662.

Dr. Health, radio show hosted by David Snow with guests discussing health topics and listener call-in, 8 a.m. Saturdays, KHNR 97.5 FM radio. Call-in number is 296-5467 during the broadcast.

Masakatsu Ki-Aikido Dojo, instruction for children 5 and older and adults, 8:30-10 a.m. and 7:30-9 p.m. Saturdays, 1007 Waimanu St., second floor; monthly fees are $15 children, $25 adults; discounts available for families. 487-6080.

Gentle Yoga, practice stretching to relax the mind and strengthen the body led by Jade Young, 10 a.m. Saturdays, Unity Church Diamond Head; $10 donation. 734-5548.

Swim Classes, one-hour classes for beginning adult and intermediate adult swimmers, as well as those who are water-challenged, led by J.J. Kobelansky, beginners 9:30 a.m. Saturdays, intermediate 10:45 a.m Saturdays, bring towel or beach mat and goggles; $10 per class; also offering training for water fitness and competency exams. Call each week to learn class location: 373-3839. Private lessons available.

Mindfulness Meditation, develop inner peace and reduce stress through insight meditation, 4-6 p.m. Saturdays, Broken Ridge Korean (Buddhist) Temple, Palolo Valley; free. 395-7749.

Baby Boot Camp, strength-training for moms with stroller-age babies, classes at Magic Island, Aloha Tower Marketplace, Kahala Mall, Central O'ahu Regional Park, Mililani and Kapolei; first class is free, subsequent classes $12 each, discounts available for longer commitments. Schedule and locations: 754-6169, www.babybootcamp.com.

East West Qigong International holds qigong classes Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays at various times and locations. For schedule, costs and details: 941-9707, www.eastwestqigong.org.

Fit for a Goddess, women-only classes using a dance pole for increased strength and flexibility, ongoing at various times and days, in Kailua and Kaimuki; $15 introductory class, $140 for eight-week session. Complete schedule: www.fit4agoddesshi.com, 262-6979.

Jasmine Yoga Classes, all level open classes daily, Monday-Saturday, Weinberg Community Center, Waialua; $11 per class or discount card available. Complete schedule: www.jasmineyoga.com, 561-9639.

Open Meditation, learn how meditation can support well-being of mind, body and spirit, 9-11 a.m. Sundays, Kailua Shambhala Meditation Center, suite 205; also, meditation for beginners, 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays and for all levels, 6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays, free. 262-8352, www.ksbcenter.org.

Salsarobics Workout, Minnie Ruiz leads a low-impact exercise class using New York-style Latin music, 10-11 a.m. Sundays, Aloha Activity Center, 725 Kapi'olani Blvd., studio C101; $10 per week. 387-8064, www.alohaactivitycenter.com.

Butoh movement workshop, exercises to develop sensory and spatial awareness through dance and spoken word, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sundays, Japanese Cultural Center, Kenshikan Dojo; $30 per month. 387-4861.

Stott Pilates Training, mat and equipment classes taught by Kelly Cavanaugh, ongoing daily classes, Pilates Training Center, Kailua; $15 for mat classes, $23 for equipment classes. Registration and complete schedule: www.pilatestrainingcenterhawaii.com, 261-9519.

"Who Am I?" guidance in mindfulness meditation in three-hour sessions with access to the center throughout the month, available 10 a.m.-midnight daily, Hawaii Maum Meditation Center, 1542-C Ke'eaumoku St.; $150 per month. Reservations for initial visit: 533-2875, 255-6036, www.maum.org/eng.

Chi Kung Instruction, develop energy for health, intellectual growth and spirituality through group practice led by instructors from Au's Shaolin Arts, 7-8 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Fort Street Mall at Pauahi Street; free. 441-4995.

Luk Tung Kuen Movement Class, low-impact exercise incorporates 36 movements that improve circulation and unblock the body's pressure points, 8-9 a.m. Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays, Kahala Mall center court and 8-9 a.m. Wednesdays, Hawaii Kai Towne Center stage; free. Also, ongoing practice at various days, times and locations on O'ahu. 834-8587.

Yoga Under the Palm Trees, 8-9 a.m. Mondays, between the Waikiki Aquarium and the Natatorium; bring a mat or towel; donations accepted. 373-8833.

Stroller Strides, workout and play for mothers and their babies in strollers, 8:45 a.m. Mondays and Fridays at Kapi'olani Park, and 8:45 a.m. and 5:15 p.m. Wednesdays at Magic Island; $10 per class (discount for multiple classes); also in Kailua and Waipi'o. 371-6904, 783-5701, www.strollerstrides.com.

Sahm Bo Dahn Exercise (Three Treasure Energy Movements), exercise adapted from Asian disciplines to develop range of motion and muscle tone and the flow of ki, given by Wallace and Sue Yamashima, Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at various O'ahu locations; free. Registration and locations: 239-7064.

Exercise class, led by Paul Bragg, 9-10:30 a.m. Mondays-Saturdays, Fort DeRussy Park; free.

"Rejuvenate!," adaptive yoga for seniors, with standing, seated and optional floor exercises, intermediate yoga, 10-11 a.m. Mondays; level 1 basic yoga, 10-11 Fridays, Pohai Nani, Kane'ohe; $3 per class. 247-6211.

Tai Chi For Arthritis, sponsored by Arthritis Foundation, 3-4 and 6-7 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Tenrikyo Honolulu Ko, 349 N. Judd St. Call for class fees and registration: 596-2900.

Body Works Hawaii classes in low-impact aerobics, Latin- and '50s-music workouts, and cardio kickboxing, 6-6:45 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, Kuhio Elementary School cafeteria; $1 per class. 735-5755, 377-5132.

Yang Tai Chi and Karate Classes, Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, Higashi Hongwanji Mission; $38 per month with access to 25 classes. For registration packet: 220-4506.

Balance and Fall Awareness, balance testing and fall risk screening, Mondays-Fridays, the Balance Center of the Pacific, 600 Kapi'olani Blvd., Suite 404; free. For appointment: 955-8339.

Balance and fall prevention screenings, Mondays-Fridays, Ohana Pacific 593-2610; Kailua office: 262-1118; www.ohanapacific rehab.com.

Castle Medical Center's Wellness Center offers a variety of fitness classes for $35 per month or $90 per quarter. Schedule: 263-5400, www.castlemed.org.

Fitness and Exercise Classes, various times and days, Kapi'olani Women's Center. Registration and schedule: 535-7000.

EyeCare America Seniors Eye Care Program, the Hawai'i Ophthalmological Society encourages those 65 and older to check their eligibility for free eye exams from volunteer doctors. Call (800) 222-3937 for eligibility.

Send announcements, with contact name and phone number, to: Health Calendar, Island Life, The Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802; islandlife@honoluluadvertiser.com, with "Health Cal" in the subject line; or fax 525-8055.