“Is Fukushima Still a Radiation Threat Two Years Later?,” a free program, will be presented at Pearl City Public Library on Sunday, May 5 at 2 p.m. in the Adult Reading Section.

Dean Otsuki will discuss how Japan, the Pacific Ocean, the jetstream, and the United States have been affected by radiation still spewing from the disabled nuclear power plant.  Otsuki will also share what information Tokyo Electric Power Company, the Japanese and U. S. governments have been providing the public about Fukushima, and what steps can be taken to protect you from radiation exposure. 

This one-hour program is suitable for ages 12 and older and will include a question-and-answer session.  Contact the Library as soon as possible if a sign language interpreter or other special accommodation is needed.

“Acupuncture and Your Health,” a free informational program, will be offered at five Oahu public libraries in May – June 2013. 

Licensed acupuncturist Mei-Lin Maunakea will discuss how acupuncture and other treatment modalities used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can help to improve your health.  Research has shown that acupuncture can help to improve blood circulation, reduce inflammation, improve quality of sleep and increase energy level. 

The one-hour program is suitable for ages 12 and older and will include a question-and-answer session.  “Acupuncture and Your Health” will be presented at these libraries:

Pearl City Public Library will offer three free programs in April 2013 in the Adult Reading Section: