TODAY

KAU INOA REGISTRY for Native Hawaiians by state Office of Hawaiian Affairs 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Jan. 30 and 31, Windward Mall center court; also, information on educational scholarships, loans, grants and healthcare.

SPORTS AND POLITICS IN ASIA, lecture by professor Victor Cha of Georgetown University, 4 to 5:30 p.m., Center for Korean Studies auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; free. 956-7041.

SATURDAY

SOIL EROSION CONTROL WORKSHOP for homeowners and educators 9 to 11 a.m., Hui Ku Maoli Ola nursery, 46-403 Ha'iku Road, Kane'ohe; learn about storm water management, use of native plants for erosion control and volunteer opportunities. Free, but limited to 50 people. Register: 780-8872.

VOLUNTEERS

USS MISSOURI needs teak deck restorers, varnishers, and education and office help. 455-1600 (Keven), kevenw@ussmissouri.org.