The Kapaa Public Library (Kauai) will conduct a dedication ceremony to rename the Children’s Room the “Priscilla T. Leong Children’s Reading Room” in honor of the late Priscilla T. Leong, on Friday, May 17 at 11 a.m. 

Leong, who was a strong advocate in the opening of Kapaa Public Library in March 1955 and worked as a special part-time children’s assistant, passed away in 2012.  Leong, a Kauai native and regular Library patron and avid reader, served for many years as the librarian at Kapaa Elementary School.  She helped to establish the Friends of the Kapaa Public Library, where she served as President until 2011, and as Chairperson of the former Kauai District Library Advisory Commission.

The family of the late Priscilla T. Leong recently donated $25,000 to the Library in honor of Leong’s dedication and commitment to libraries and children.  The donation will be used for the funding of library materials, programs, and furniture.

HONOLULU – Ronald McDonald House Charities of Hawaii (RMHC-Hawaii) is asking schools, businesses, clubs, community organizations and individuals to “Make Change Count” by participating in its coin campaign to raise funds for many families in need.

“The Ronald McDonald House was built with love for hundreds of families with severely ill children that walk through our doors every year,” said Jerri Chong, president of RMHC-Hawaii. “A few cents from many can go a long way, and with everyone’s help RMHC-Hawaii will continue to Make Change Count.”

An “Introduction to Ayurveda – The Science of Life,” a free interactive workshop, will be offered at Princeville Public Library on Wednesday, April 10 at  6 p.m. in the Program Area.

Kim McCartney, an Ayurveda Health Practitioner and Pancha Karma Specialist, will conduct this workshop and present a brief history of Ayurveda, the ancient science of life from India; discuss the Pancha Maha Bhutus, three doshas, provide an overview of Ayurvedic Healing Therapies, and explain how to balance the doshas through food and lifestyle. 

McCartney has received Ayurveda training at the California College of Ayurveda.   She is currently completing her coursework to become a Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist.

This informational workshop is suitable for ages 18 and older.  Contact the Library as soon as possible if a sign language interpreter or other special accommodation is needed.