Note: Most events are closed today, Thanksgiving Day.

Information on Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage, series of sessions to give the public an understanding of their options, sponsored by HMSA, ongoing classes at HMSA offices on O'ahu, Maui, Kaua'i and the Big Island, tomorrow through Monday; free. Schedule and information at www.hmsa.com. Registration required: O'ahu: 948-5555; Neighbor Islands, call your HMSA office.

Pilates and Yoga Open House, celebrate the first anniversary of the center with information and recommendations on exercise, special discounted prices for future classes and prize drawings, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sunday, Pilates Training Center of Hawaii, Kailua; free. 261-9519.

Finding Your Way Through the Medicare Maze, help for seniors from Pamela Cunningham of SagePlus in making decisions on which plan to choose from the new prescription drug options, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Harris United Methodist Church, Miyama Main Hall, Nu'uanu; program is free and begins at 11:50, $5 donation requested for the luncheon at 11:30 a.m., sponsored by Kokua Council. 839-1945, 597-8838.

"From the Ground Up," a wellness plan presented by podiatrist Ken Howayeck covering the latest research, myths of footcare for diabetics and a self-help regimen for the foot, 6 p.m. Wednesday, The Queen's Conference Center auditorium; free. Reservations required: 537-7117.

World AIDS Day 2005, showing of the film "A Closer Walk," pizza dinner, and panel discussion, 4 p.m. Dec. 1, UH John A. Burns School of Medicine's third-floor auditorium, Kaka'ako; free.

ONGOING

Freedom from Pain, series of classes with Brett A. Sloan on how to reduce pain from inflammation and injury through nutrition, 6 p.m. Fridays, Airport Center Chiropractic Clinic; free. 834-8662.

Elegant Exercise, yoga and movement for beginners, dancers and runners, taught by Reiko Seno, 7:45-9 a.m. Saturdays, Mondays and Wednesdays, Aloha Activity Center; $15 per class or $50 for four classes. For schedule: 348-4217.

Masakatsu Ki-Aikido Dojo, instruction for children (5 and older) and adults, 8:30-10 a.m. and 7-9 p.m. Saturdays, 1007 Waimanu St., second floor; monthly fees are $15 children, $25 adults; discounts available for families. 487-6080.

JJ's Swim & Fitness Clinic, lessons for beginners and physically challenged, 10 a.m. Saturdays, Magic Island lagoon; $7 per class; bring suit, towel and goggles. Call to verify class location each week: 373-3839.

Mindfulness Meditation, develop inner peace, emotional awareness and stability and reduce stress through insight meditation, 4 p.m. Saturdays, Broken Ridge Korean (Buddhist) Temple, Palolo Valley; free. 395-7749.

Aikido classes, with The Aikido Ohana and instructor Alan Nagahisa, 8-9:30 a.m. Sundays, 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, Higashi Hongwanji Mission, 1685 'Alaneo St.; $20 per month for three classes per week. 221-8656, www.aikidoohana.org.

Butoh movement workshop, exercises to develop sensory and spatial awareness through dance and spoken word, 3-5 p.m. Sundays, Japanese Cultural Center, Kenshikan Dojo; $30 per month. 387-4861.

Yoga Under the Palm Trees, 8-9 .m. Mondays, between the Waikiki Aquarium and the Natatorium; bring a mat or towel; free, donations accepted. 373-8833.

Balance and Fall Awareness, balance testing and fall risk screening, Mondays-Fridays except today, The Balance Center of the Pacific, 600 Kapi'olani Blvd., Suite 404; free. For appointment: 955-8339.

Balance and fall prevention screenings, Mondays-Fridays, Ohana Pacific Rehab Services; free. Honolulu office: 591-9420; Kailua office: 262-1118; www.ohanapacificrehab.com.

Stroller Strides, workout and play for mothers and outdoor activities for their babies in strollers, 8:45 a.m. Mondays and Fridays at Kapi'olani Park, and 8:45 a.m. and 5:15 p.m. Wednesdays at Magic Island; $10 per class (discount for multiple classes); ongoing classes also in Kailua and Waipi'o. 371-6904, 783-5701, www.strollerstrides.com.

Exercise class, led by Paul Bragg, 9-10:30 a.m. Mondays-Saturdays, Fort DeRussy Park; free.

Tai Chi For Arthritis, sponsored by Arthritis Foundation, 3, 4:15 and 6 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Tenrikyo Honolulu Ko, 349 N. Judd St. For class fees and registration: 566-7231.

Panther System Hawai'i, consciousness physics for awareness and self-healing, 6 p.m. Mondays, 661 Auahi St., No. 203; $10. Register: 561-2585.

Yoga is for Every Body, class in Kundalini and hatha yoga taught by Amber Ricci, 6-7:15 p.m. Tuesdays in Hawai'i Kai; $10 per class or $45 for five classes. Location and registration: 396-6715.

40 Minutes to Health, workshop on maintaining your health naturally, presented by Mark Hoffman, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Island Family Chiropractic; free. 596-0599.

Luk Tung Kuen, participate in calisthenics with members of the Hawai'i branch of Luk Tung Kuen Worldwide Association, 8-9 a.m. Wednesdays, Hawai'i Kai Towne Center stage; free. 941-0440.

Tai Chi For Arthritis, practice with instructor Janet Jin sponsored by Arthritis Foundation, 8:30-10 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays, Chinatown Cultural Plaza courtyard; $2 donation requested. 596-2900.

Introduction to Transcendental Meditation, learn how to reduce blood pressure and live with less stress, 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. For registration and location: 947-2266, www.tm.org.

Healing Touch, ongoing meeting for those who want to learn or can benefit from treatments and prayers, 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesdays, Spiritual Life Center, Maile Room, 1020 S. Beretania St.; donations accepted. 523-1170.

Baby Boot Camp, strength training for moms with stroller-age babies, classes held at Aloha Tower Marketplace, Kahala Mall, Waipi'o Gentry, 'Ewa Beach, Mililani and Kapolei; first class is free, subsequent classes $12 each, discounts available for longer commitments. Schedule and locations: 754-6169, www.babybootcamp.com.

EyeCare America Seniors Eye Care Program, the Hawai'i Ophthalmological Society encourages seniors 65 and older to check their eligibility for free eye exams from volunteer doctors. Call (800) 222-3937 for eligibility requirements.

Castle Medical Center's Wellness Center offers a variety of fitness classes on an ongoing basis for $35 per month or $90 per quarter. Schedule: 263-5400, www.castlemed.org.

Fitness and exercise classes, various times and days, Kapi'olani Women's Center. Registration and schedule: 535-7000.

Stott Pilates and Yoga classes, mat and equipment training for all levels offered daily except today, Pilates Training Center of Hawaii, Kailua; $15 to $23 per class with package discounts available. Call for complete schedule: 261-9519.

Send announcements, with contact name and phone number, to Health Calendar, Island Life, The Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802; islandlife@honoluluadvertiser.com, with "Health Cal" in the subject line; or fax 525-8055.