November 11 - 17, 2012 | presented by the Utah Pacific Islander Health Coalition
utah pacific island health week
How to get to Sorenson Multicultural Center
Calendar of Events
Events listed below are tenative and will be updated periodically. Please check back often for the latest details.
Sunday, November 11
To‘ona‘i/Tokonaki Makeover (Utah Department of Health)
Online launch of budget-friendly tips and substitutions to make your traditional Sunday meals healthier for your family.
Community Health Panel (Talanoa Series)
Hear individual stories of healthy lifestyle journeys from Biggest Loser contestants Sione and Filipe Fa, and join the discussion on how we move forward to create a healthier Pacific Islander community in Utah.
Time: 7:00-8:30 PM
Venue: TBA
Monday, November 12
Early Morning Zumba (EMZ)
Free, fun dance-based workout to get your morning started off energized.
Time: 5:30 AM
Location: Sorenson Multicultural Center, 855 West 1300 South, Salt Lake City.
Contact: Sinai Misinale Pauni
Pacific Islander Family Day at the Sorenson Rec Center
Free admission for Pacific Islander Health Week participants. Enjoy swimming, boxing, fitness equipment all day!
Location: Sorenson Multicultural Center, 855 West 1300 South, Salt Lake City.
Contact: Gina Tua‘one
Pacific Islander Health Week Kick-Off Celebration (Utah Pacific Islander Health Coalition)
Come enjoy free activities and learn about improving our health as a people. Great resources, free flu shots, fun prizes, and free food. Appearance by Sione and Filipe Fa (Biggest Loser TV show).
Time: 5:30-8:30 PM
Location: Sorenson Multicultural Center, 855 West 1300 South, Salt Lake City.
Contact: Jake Fitisemanu
Tuesday, November 13
Healthy Moms and Babies (Office of Health Disparities)
Online launch of resources for Pacific Islander mothers and expecting mothers.
Wednesday, November 14
World Diabetes Day (Utah Department of Health)
Press conference highlighting the serious impact of diabetes on Pacific Islander families, featuring Malialole drummers and a march to the Governor’s mansion to raise awareness.
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 132 South 600 East, Salt Lake City.
Contact: Brenda Ralls
Great American Smokeout (Queen Center, Island Teens Against Tobacco)
Join us in distributing “quit kits” and empowering our community against the negative
effects of tobacco use and addiction.
Time: 3:30 PM
Various locations:
Salt Lake County Government Center
2001 South State Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84114
Magna Recreation Center
3270 South 8400 West, Magna UT 84044
Utah Pride Center
361 North 300 West, Salt Lake City, UT 84103
Salt Lake County Archives
4535 South 5600 West Salt Lake City, UT 84120
Contact: Joyce AhYou
Healthy, Safe Communities - RICO 101 (Pacific Islander Social Justice Coalition)
An Informative workshop on public safety issues in our community.
Time: 6:00-7:00 PM
Location: Sorenson Multicultural Center, 855 West 1300 South, Salt Lake City.
Contact: Fahina Tavake-Pasi
Friday, November 16
CPR & Emergency Preparedness Workshop (National Tongan American Society)
Space is limited for this important training on how to keep your family and
community safe by learning how to do CPR and be prepared for emergencies.
Time: 3:00 – 5:00 PM
Location: National Tongan American Society, 3007 South West Temple, Unit H
RSVP to Fahina Tavake-Pasi or call the NTAS office at (801) 467-8712
Saturday, November 17
MANA Challenge Finale (Queen Center, UDOH Diabetes Program)
Final weigh-in for 33 contestants of the 4th season of the MANA Challenge fitness program; winner of cash prizes will be determined and announced by the end of the day.
Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Sorenson Multicultural Center, 855 West 1300 South, Salt Lake City.
Contact: Tufui Taukei‘aho