October 2, 2026 ISSUE 206

Hoʻomau

Renew, Perpetuate, Persevere

Waialua: Local Finds & Flavors

Arcadia At Home members spent a fun-filled day exploring Waialua, discovering local businesses, learning something new and sampling delicious food along the way! The day began at North Shore Soap Factory, where members got creative stamping their own soaps, followed by a mini tour at Old Sugar Mill Brand Waialua Coffee to learn how local coffee is grown and produced. The group then headed to Peruvian Corner for a flavorful lunch featuring favorites like Lomo Saltado, Noodle Camaron and Jalea Mixta. With hands-on activities, ono flavors and great company, it was a memorable day exploring all that Waialua has to offer!

A Taste of Tango

Arcadia residents gathered for lunch at Tango Contemporary Cafe, a Honolulu bistro known for its unique blend of Scandinavian, Asian and American influences.

Pretzels, Beer and a Little Oom-pah-pah

15 Craigside residents celebrated Oktoberfest with beers, cheesy pretzel bites, and a lively performance by the Little Big Band. Arcadia residents marked the occasion separately with pretzels, pretzel dogs, and beer. Dating back to 1810 in Munich, Oktoberfest began as a royal wedding celebration and has since become an annual tradition celebrated around the world.

Brunch & Good Company

Arcadia At Home members spent the morning at YogurStory, a Honolulu spot known for its hearty breakfast and brunch creations. Their table featured an array of dishes, including Pork Belly Oinker Fried Rice, Kimchi Omurice, Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict and Pastrami Panini. With creative takes on familiar brunch favorites, YogurStory offered plenty of flavors to discover.

Ringing the Bell for Peace

15 Craigside residents joined communities across Hawaii in ringing the bell for peace during the 7th annual Peace Day Hawaii celebration, hosted by the Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii Buddhist Temples. Established by the Hawaii State Legislature in 2007, Peace Day Hawaii is observed annually on September 21. The bell ringing serves as a meaningful reminder that we can all play a part in creating a more peaceful world.It was a fun day of friendly competition at 15 Craigside’s Mini Golf Event! The Wellness Team created a six-hole putt-putt course, complete with bonus holes, as residents competed for the top 10 spots and cheered each other on. Afterwards, everyone enjoyed building their own trail mix.

Celebrating Over Lunch

Lunch with friends is always a good idea, especially when there’s a birthday to celebrate! Arcadia Adult Day Care clients enjoyed a special luncheon at Liliha Bakery. Between bites and birthday wishes, the group enjoyed catching up and making the most of their time together.

Savoring a Local Tradition

Arcadia Adult Day Care clients had lunch at Tanaka Saimin on Nimitz Highway. With roots in Boulevard Saimin, Tanaka Saimin carries on a longtime local tradition using many of the family’s original recipes. The outing offered a taste of local favorites and Hawaii’s food history.

“October is National Emotional Wellness Month. You spend your days caring for others, and this is a reminder to let some of that care find its way back to you. A quiet morning. Time with people who know you well. A good laugh. There’s no right way to do this. I just hope you make room for it.”  - Suzie Schulberg, President & CEO

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