The messages are constant: reduce, reuse, recycle; remember that less is more; practice self-sufficiency. But there's more to sustainability than these popular notions.

Learn more at "Thinking About Sustainability: The Rest of the Story," 3 to 4:30 p.m. today at the University of Hawai'i's Center for Korean Studies auditorium on the Manoa campus.

The free event includes a panel discussion and audience Q&A on topics such as the economic, environmental and cultural dimensions of sustainability. For details: 956-4237.

— Zenaida Serrano

KEEP IT SIMPLE

STARS TALK TURKEY

If you're planning a Thanksgiving dinner for two, a diabetic-friendly feast or maybe just want to prepare an easy meal in less than 90 minutes, visit FoodNetwork.com for tons of ideas.

Click on "Party Ideas," "Thanksgiving," then "Stress-Free Planning." Scroll down to "Planning Advice" for a variety of menus.

The site also offers advice for the Thanksgiving newbie from Food Network stars, including Sandra Lee: "Don't panic! Perfection is overrated, and anything is fixable."

— Zenaida Serrano

FINAL WORD

"Let sunlight wake you through open curtains or shades. If the light floods in early, use the extra time gained to plan the day, prepare for it mentally, or do an exercise routine."

Mike George | author of "1,001 Ways to Relax: An Illustrated Guide to Reducing Stress"