Kaneohe Public Library will offer a free showing of Academy Award winner “Brave” on “Movie Night @ the Library” on Wednesday, May 29 at 6 p.m. in the Bookmobile Garage.            

Disney Pixar’s “Brave,” winner of the 2012 Academy Award for Best Animated Film, and Golden Globe Award for Best Animated Feature Film, is the story of Princess Merida, a skilled archer in Scotland who defies a custom that brings chaos to her kingdom.  After an ill-fated wish goes awry, Merida must rely on her bravery and archery skills to undo a beastly curse.                

“Brave,” featuring the voices of Kelly Macdonald, Billy Connolly, Emma Thompson, Julie Walters, and Craig Ferguson, is rated PG and suitable for all ages.  Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.  Free popcorn will be provided.    

HONOLULU – The Queen’s Medical Center (QMC) has announced that Lydia Kumasaka, MS, RN, APRN has been named Director of Nursing at The Queen’s Medical Center – West O‘ahu (QMC – West O‘ahu). Kumasaka will be responsible for directing nursing and patient care operations to ensure the delivery of high-quality, safe and effective patient care services.

Kumasaka has almost 30 years of experience in the health care industry.  Prior to joining QMC – West O’ahu, Kumasaka was the Manager of the Pain and Palliative Care Department of The Queen’s Medical Center. 

She has worked at QMC since 1992.