In this Pearl City Local Issue:

🌤️ Pearl City Weather

🏟️ Aloha Stadium Boosts Security After Bold Swap Meet Theft

⏰ Clocks Fall Back This Sunday as Daylight Saving Time Ends

🍤 AARP Alerts Seniors to New AI-Powered Scams as Technology Advances

📆 Events

📣 We Want to Spotlight Your Business!

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Aloha Stadium Boosts Security After Bold Swap Meet Theft

Following a recent jewelry theft, Aloha Stadium has introduced increased security measures at its Swap Meet, including additional surveillance cameras, enhanced staff visibility, and theft-prevention training for vendors. Vendors have raised concerns over insufficient security and are urging more comprehensive measures. A theft-prevention training with the Honolulu Police Department was conducted on Oct. 30 to support vendors in handling suspicious activities. No arrests have been made related to the Oct. 19 incident.

Clocks Fall Back This Sunday as Daylight Saving Time Ends

Today marks the end of daylight saving time, meaning clocks should be set back one hour at 2 a.m., offering a chance for an extra hour of sleep. Daylight saving time, which begins on the second Sunday in March and ends on the first Sunday in November, was initially designed to make better use of daylight hours during warmer months and potentially reduce energy use.

Despite its original intent, the practice has become controversial. Over the years, lawmakers at both state and federal levels have advocated for making daylight saving time a permanent fixture. In 2022, the Senate even passed a bill to adopt year-round daylight saving time, but the proposal stalled in the House.

Health experts warn that the shift can disrupt sleep and daily routines, particularly affecting children, seniors, and early risers. These groups may experience mood fluctuations, fatigue, and a temporary rise in workplace accidents. To ease the adjustment, experts suggest gradually adjusting bedtimes and meal times by 15 to 30 minutes in the days leading up to the shift.

AARP Alerts Seniors to New AI-Powered Scams as Technology Advances

The AARP is warning seniors about the risks of AI-driven scams, including deepfake images and voice cloning, which can make impersonations extremely realistic. Reports show that phone scams by criminals posing as law enforcement are on the rise, using AI to mimic voices and create convincing fake personas. The AARP is offering online courses next month to educate seniors on recognizing these sophisticated scams.

Community:

Craft & Gift Fair @ Pearl City Shopping Center - November 3 from 10:00 am -2:30 pm. 1st Sundays community Craft Fair showcasing 30-40 vendors. The latest trends, new products, one of a kinds, packaged snacks, skincare, KPOP, hair accessories, korean and japan imports, healing jewelry, direct sellers, resellers and more!

Top of The Hill Open Market @ Pacific Palisades Community Association - November 3 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm

Oahu Marching Band Festival @ Pearl City High School - Monday, November 4 , 6:00pm - 10:00pm.

Puzzle & Play Time - November 6 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am. This program is suitable for Toddlers-K. Come to play, build motor skills, and meet friends. Each week will have an Every Child Ready to Read (ECRR) tip of the day to keep in mind while playing. Learn more

Crafts:

Shrink Art - November 3 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Learn how to make cute and fun keychains with shrink plastic. Participants can draw their own designs or color in templates. For ages 6+, adult supervision required. Spots are limited so please register at the library. Learn more

Basic Crochet - Tuesday, November 5 from 10:00am-12:00pm. Want to learn to crochet? Don't know a thing? You've come to the right class! In this class, you will learn how to do basic stitches and simple techniques that you will need for almost every crochet project! Learn more

Baby Blanket with Off the Hook Yarn - Wednesday, November 6 from 10:30am-12:30pm. Learn to make a cozy baby blanket or use it as a lap throw using Off the Hook Yarn. No tools needed- it's easy and simple to use. You will learn the techniques needed to complete this adorable project that is so soft to snuggle with. You'll get hooked with Off the Hook Yarn. This workshop is complete with 3 skeins of yarn and instruction from Joy. Learn more

Crochet Round Scrubby - Wednesday, November 6 from 3:00pm-5:00pm.. Learn to make a round scrubby. No experience necessary. Student will learn how to do a slip knot, chain and double crochet. Student will go home with a needle and scrubby style yarn - in class, we will be using acrylic yarn to practice with. Learn more

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