Events Calendar

Free Nutrition Education Classes – March 2025
Event: Free Nutrition Education Classes
Where: Liliʻuokalani Trust, 4530 Kali Rd., Lihue
When: March 17th – 21st, 2025
Time: 8:30 am – 10:00 am (6th-8th grade)
10:30 am – 12:00 pm (18+)
-Learn how to stretch your food dollars
-Get tips on healthy eating and food safety
-Learn how to stay physically active
Complete all 5 classes and receive FREE GIVEAWAYS, food demos and a Certificate of Completion!
Register by March 7th
*Seats are limited*
For more information on classes, contact: cnumazawa@haleopio.org

TAP8 Teen Conference 2/8/25
Event: TAP8 Teen Conference – BE YOU
Where: Hawaiʻi Convention Center
When: February 8, 2025
Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
You and your peers from across the state will engage in a day of empowerment, where our speakers will equip you with the necessary tools and life skills to help you combat dating violence.
*Supported by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 funds provided through the State of Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services

Creating Your Story 1/31/2025
Event: Creating Your Story – Substance use and youth empowerment class for ‘ōpio (ages 13-20)
Where: Hale Opio Office – 2959 Umi St., Lihue
When: January 31, 2025
Time: 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Interactive prevention education class focusing on how choices now, including use of drugs and alcohol, impact our story and legacy
First Jobs Academy – Youth work Development Program
Register with Sariah at smokuahi@haleopio.org

Chinese New Year Craft Workshop 1/29/2025
Event: Chinese New Year Craft Workshop
Where: Hale Opio, Admin Conference Rm, 2959 Umi St, Lihue
When: January 29, 2025
Time: 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
+Learn about Chinese New Year
+Build a dragon puppet
+Games
+Snacks
RSVP by Monday, January 27th, 2025
Contact Christie at (808) 977-8201 or cnumazawa@haleopio.org

Scholarship Workshop 01/22/2025
Event: Scholarship Workshop
*Note updated location:
Where: Kauai Community College Campus Center Room 212
When: January 22, 2025
Time: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Learn about local, state and school scholorships
Support with scholorship applications and essays
Register with Sariah at smokuahi@haleopio.org

Career Exploration: Kauai Fire Department 2024
Event: Career Exploration: Kauai Fire DepartmentWhere: Meet at Hale Opio Office – 2959 Umi St., LihueWhen: December 23, 2024Time: 9:00am

Project Housing Connect 11/21/2024
Event: Project Housing Connect by Kauai Community Alliance – 2nd Event/Location
Where: All Saints Church Kapaa
When: November 21, 2024
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Bridging the gap to end homelessness

Winter Sibling Bash 12/21/2024
Event: HI Hopes – Winter Sibling Bash
Where: Kauai Community College – Student Life Center
When: December 21, 2024
Time: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
All ages welcome
Arts & Crafts
Gifts
Prizes

Mother-Daughter Circle: Orientation & Information Session
Join us for the Mother-Daughter Circle Orientation & Information Session and learn how this program helps strengthen relationships through meaningful conversations and shared experiences. Mothers, grandmothers, aunties, foster parents, female caregivers, and daughters ages 11–18 are invited to attend. Space is limited to 6–8 mother-daughter pairs, so reserve your spot today.

Ho‘omālamalama Housing Pathways
Ho‘omālamalama Housing Pathways helps youth on Kaua‘i find safe, stable housing and build brighter futures. The program offers housing navigation, emergency and transitional housing, financial assistance, and connections to health, employment, and community resources. If you or someone you know needs housing support, contact Housing Navigator Valarie Cabreira to learn more.

Participate In A Research Study
Are you 14–19 years old and live on Kaua‘i? Participate in a research study focused on youth voices and community-driven prevention strategies. Your experiences can help shape future programs and strengthen prevention efforts across our community. Complete the preliminary screening form by scanning the QR code to see if you qualify.

Community Outreach & Family Fun Day
Bring the whole family to Hale ʻŌpio Kauaʻi’s Community Outreach & Family Fun Day! Enjoy free family activities, school supply giveaways (while supplies last), community resources, local partner booths, and food and refreshments. Join us on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Lydgate Pavilion in Wailua for a fun and family-friendly community event.

Parenting-With-Purpose
Parenting With Purpose is a six-week family series designed to help parents of children ages 5–18 strengthen communication, build confidence, and develop practical parenting skills. Participants will learn strategies to manage behavior, improve family connection, and create consistency at home. Supervised child and youth activities will be available during classes.

Kū i ka Māna Art Workshop – “I Am”
The Kū i ka Māna “I Am” Art Workshop invites participants to explore identity through creativity and culture. In this free workshop, participants will reflect on the words “I Am” and create a kalo-inspired painting that represents growth, connection, and self-worth. Two sessions will be held on March 16, 2026 in Wailua, with limited space available.

Parenting With Purpose – Skills for Strong Families Series
Parenting With Purpose is a six-week series designed to help parents of children ages 5–18 strengthen communication, build confidence, and develop practical parenting strategies. Through discussion, reflection, and skill-building, families learn tools to manage behavior and create stronger connections at home. The series runs April 7 through May 12, 2026 in Līhu‘e.

KEYS Spring Break 2026 Workshop
Keys 4 Life brings you a workforce development resume workshop designed for high school students to build confidence and prepare for future career opportunities. Participants will learn resume skills, develop positive habits for success, and connect with others in a supportive environment. Join us on March 18, 2026 at Hale ‘Ōpio Kaua‘i. Lunch and gift cards will be provided.

We Are Hiring!
Hale ‘Ōpio Kaua‘i is hiring caring and dedicated individuals to support youth in our Emergency Shelter Program. We are seeking a Shelter Supports Manager and Shelter Supports Specialists to help provide safe, trauma-informed, 24/7 care. Join a team committed to creating a supportive and respectful environment for youth during times of transition. Apply today at haleopio.org/job-opportunities.
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