ALOHAWORLD eNEWSLETTER
Bringing Aloha to the Internet Since 1998 |
Mid June 2008 |
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Hawaii on the Net
Isles shape Obama’s racial identity
"The result of this union brought us the first world citizen who can
cross over not just this nation but across the world to bring the message of
Hawaii, the message of aloha, of togetherness, openness, tolerance and
diversity," Abercrombie said.
http://starbulletin.com/2008/06/15/news/story02.html
Monk seal officially the state mammal
The Hawaiian monk seal officially took its place
yesterday as Hawai'i's state mammal, a designation that wildlife conservation
officials hope will raise public awareness about the endangered species.
http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080613/NEWS03/806130373/-1/RSS02
Marine artist Wyland announces last mural
The marine artist Wyland says he'll paint his 100th
and final mural in Beijing. The artist, who goes only by one name, made
the announcement Saturday in North Lauderdale, Florida where he was painting his
99th mural. Wyland has been painting seascapes on buildings for almost 30 years.
He's known for his lifelike renderings of marinelife like whales and dolphins as
well as his conservation efforts.
http://www.khnl.com/Global/story.asp?S=8492730
Shark video attracts attention around the
world
A day after KHNL News 8 first showed the dramatic
images, the amazing video of the sharks gains world-wide attention. The woman
who recorded the incredible encounter tells us she's been flooded with calls,
asking her to appear on national television to tell her story.
http://www.khnl.com/Global/story.asp?S=8491063
Royal Hawaiian closing for 7 months
Today the iconic, pink Royal Hawaiian Hotel closes for
the second time in its history as the 81-year-old structure undergoes a
seven-month facelift.
http://starbulletin.com/2008/06/01/news/story04.html
Pearl City's Banana Patch at risk
A corner of old Hawai'i sandwiched between highways in
West O'ahu will be converted into a park-and-ride lot based on the city's
current plan for its new commuter rail line.
http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080616/NEWS09/806160345
Protection sought for Kunia homes
A new plan has been announced to preserve the historic
nature of Kunia Plantation Village and the 115 homes rented mostly by former
pineapple workers. The plan, announced by Honolulu Mayor Mufi Hannemann, calls
for the James Campbell Co. to transfer the 119-acre village to the nonprofit
Hawaii Agriculture Research Center (HARC) for a $1 payment.
http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080604/COMPUB03/806040319/1224
Oahu Best of the Best 2008
The Best of the Best Awards represent what readers of
The Honolulu Advertiser have designated as top performers in each award
category.
http://the.honoluluadvertiser.com/specials/bestofbestoahu2008/ |
AW UPDATE
Aloha Gathering 2008 |
http://alohaworld.com/gatherings/ag2008 |
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8th Annual Aloha Gathering
Las Vegas, NV
Fremont Hotel
Friday September 12, 2008
Time: 6:30 to 10:30 pm |
EARLY TICKET SPECIAL
ENDS SOON~~
JULY 7!!
http://alohaworld.com/gatherings/ag2008/tickets.htm
Yes! There will be another Aloha Gathering and you are invited!!
Don't miss this wonderful event where you will be able to enjoy this special
opportunity of sharing aloha, networking with other former Hawaii locals living
on the mainland. And yes, even indulge yourself in some really ono grinds and
Hawaiian music and dances. Just check out the menu!!
Many have used the Aloha Gatherings as a
"reunion" event for ohana and friends. What could be better?? We do all of
the planning, organizing, banquet and menu arranging, collecting all the fees
from everyone, arranging for fantastic entertainment, and managing the event
logistics. What's more ... the gathering/reunion will be in Las Vegas
on the weekend of the 2-day Las Vegas Ho'olaule'a. What more could you
want? You and your ohana have the best job of all... Just show up and enjoy!!
Confirmed Entertainers
Danny Estocado
was born
on the Island of Oahu and graduated from Castle High School. Danny
was a drummer in a band before his vocal talents were recognized.
After high school, Danny migrated to Hana, Maui where he started his
new band known as, "Hana's Own". Danny played a variety of music on
the Hawaiian Islands for over 25 years. He moved to Las Vegas in
1996 and started a new band, going under his name "Danny Estocado".
http://www.hawaiiancowboy.com/
Halau Hula a Kawika laua 'O Leinani. They are
an award-winning professional Polynesian dance troupe that performs songs and
dances from Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, New Zealand, Tonga.
http://kawikaleinani.com/
Comedian/Emcee Kamaka Brown brings the humor of
Hawai'i to us so naturally that we'll be thinking that we've all been teleported
to one of Hawai'i's lounges on the beach!
http://kamakabrown.com
Hawaiian Style Luau Buffet
Tossed Greens with Dressings, Kalua Pork Cabbage. Chicken Long Rice, Hawaiian
Macaroni Salad, Big Island Short Ribs, Lau Lau, Steamed Rice, Poi, Lomi Lomi
Salmon, Baked Sweet Potato, Coconut Haupia, Dinner Rolls, Coffee, Hot & Iced Tea
Aloha Gathering 2008 Website
http://alohaworld.com/gatherings/ag2008
Vendor/Door Prize Information
http://alohaworld.com/gatherings/ag2008/vendors.htm
Sponsor Information
http://alohaworld.com/gatherings/ag2008/sponsors.htm
PRESENTED BY
AlohaWorld.com
http://alohaworld.com
Island Girl Marketing
http://islandgirlmarketing.com |
AW UPDATE
Mainland Hawaiian Events |
http://alohaworld.com/events |
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End of June Events
http://alohaworld.com/events
Kama`aina Come Home-
San Diego, CA
June 19, 2008
The Makaha Sons, An Evening of Aloha
- Grants Pass, OR
June 20, 2008
O'ahu in Concert - Carson CA
June 21, 2008
Makaha Sons "I'll Remember You"
- Redding, CA
June 21, 2008
Cruz Island + Beach 2008: Surf, Skate &
Hawaiiana Expo - Redondo Beach CA
June 22, 2008
Makaha Sons "I'll Remember You"
- Spokane, WA
June 26, 2008
Pau Hana & Kua'ana Live In Concert!!
- Hermosa Beach Ca.
June 27, 2008
Ohana Retreat - Irvine, CA
June 27-29, 2008
Natalie Ai Kamau'u and Hälau Nä
Pua Lehua - FULLERTON, CA
June 28, 2008
Halau Hula Moani'a'ala Anuhea
- E Hula Kakou - Alhambra, CA
June 28, 2008
2008 Tekurio Nui Mini Heiva - San
Marcos CA
June 28, 2008 |
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Hawaii Clothing Company |
http://store.hawaiiclothingcompany.com |
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AW OHANA
National Pacific Islander Educator Network (NPIEN) |
http://npien.com |
COMPTON SCHOOLS CELEBRATE
API MONTH
NPIEN co-sponsored an Asian and Pacific Islander Cultural Celebration in the
Compton Unified School District (CA) on June 4, 2008, at Robert F. Kennedy
Elementary School. Compton Unified School District officials Robert Nero, Deputy
Superintendent, and Dr. Joe Buenavista, Senior Director of Pupil Services,
provided greeting remarks, and the keynote speaker was Joe Fa'avae, Program
Director from OCAPICA. Second grade student Ernesto Ramirez led the pledge of
allegiance, with the National Anthem sung by staff member Randy Leniu,
accompanied by a Filipino American Music Ensemble. Cultural displays and
presentations by staff and students, including dances from the Philippines and
Samoa, were a highlight along with some authentically delicious food. NPIEN
thanks Compton USD for its vision in making this celebration a reality!
NPIEN/TEAM Golf
Tournament
It is not too early to start thinking about the Annual TEAM Referral Network
Golf Tournament, on October 16, 2008, at the Sierra Lakes Country Club in
Fontana, CA. NPIEN is a benefactor of funds raised. We are in need of golfers.
The cost is $109 per golfer, including green fees, cart, lunch and dinner,
goodie bag, and range balls! Contact us if you are interested at (562) 496-2319
or npien.mail@verizon.net
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AWAW SPONSOR
Kama`aina Careers |
www.kamaaina-careers.com |
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Kama‘aina Come Home™ in San Diego
Thursday, June 19, 2008
5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Roy’s, La Jolla
8670 Genesee Avenue
5:30 – 6:30 Registration & Networking
6:30 – 7:30 Presentations
7:30 – 8:00 Networking
Meet representatives from the Kauai, Oahu, Maui and Hawaii Island
economic development agencies. Hear from the Hawaii Science & Technology
Council about their website’s job/internship and resume posting feature.
Learn about programs and services available through High Technology
Development Corporation. Meet representatives from some of Hawaii’s
leading life sciences companies who will be in town for BIO 2008.
Industries recruiting:
- Science & Technology
- Public Safety
- Health Care
- Hospitality
- Education
- And more . . .
Space is limited. RSVP immediately to
service@dbedt.hawaii.gov or
call (808) 587-2757.
For more information, contact Jamie Lum at
jlum@dbedt.hawaii.gov or call (808)
587-2753.
Check out the jobs posted by Hawaii’s Science & Tech
companies at www.HISciTech.org
Organized and sponsored by:
Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism, State
of Hawaii
Enterprise Honolulu
Hawaii Island Economic Development Board
Kauai Economic Development Board
Maui Economic Development Board
Hawaii Science & Technology Council
High Technology Development Corp.
Kama‘aina Careers
Kama`aina Careers
Bringing Hawaii’s Talent Home
www.kamaaina-careers.com
Kama`aina Come Home™ is trademarked by and used
with permission from the Hawaii Island Economic Development Board |
AW SPONSOR
EastCoastTropics.com |
hhttp://eastcoasttropics.com/
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Handmade soaps,
perfume sprays, and luxurious hand & body lotions of
your choice. Hawaiian Candy Lei Tubing, Lauhala baskets, Plumeria
Hair
Clips, Kukui Nut Wristlets and more!
Delivery anywhere in
the USA.
AlohaWorld members
15% discount use code "alohaworld2008"
at checkout.
Free shipping
for orders over $100. Orders of $250 or more get 10% off
entire order. Wholesale inquiries welcomed.
http://eastcoasttropics.com
To keep updated on new
products at East Coast Tropics, check out Da Blog at:
http://eastcoasttropics.blogspot.com |
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HawaiianFoodOnline.Com |
http://hawaiianfoodonline.com |
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We care about your package and require
2nd day or next day shipping on your frozen food package.
We also care about you and are
offering a $3.00 discount at checkout
on any package shipped now thru 06-30-08.
Please use code
0630
We have shipped to over 40 states and
Canada.
We now offer
delivery to your hotel with your items packed and ready for boarding
the airplane when in Las Vegas.
Your frozen foods are packaged in a
box specifically chosen for your order. We handcut Styrofoam to 1
1/2 to 2 inches in width to ensure freshness. We then pack your
items in the Styrofoam lined box and use Techni-Ice (www.techniice.com)
to ensure the temperature of the box. (This is yours to keep and
reuse up to 3 years hot or cold.)
Lastly we hand deliver your box to
Fedex at the very latest time possible to ensure freshness.
Mahalo Hawaiian Food Online, Inc
"You don't have to go to Hawaii, we'll bring it to you..."
Email: Hawaiianfoodmail@aol.com
Member of Las Vegas Hawaiian Civic Club
Call 702-332-5021 for any Questions.
Visit us at
Http://Hawaiianfoodonline.com |
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Rutts Hawaiian Cafe |
http://ruttscafe.com |
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You are invited to the
Hawaiian Rutt’s Café,
which LA Times Magazine, Jan. 30, 2005, quoted,
“Portions are Huge and Meals are Cheap.”
Come and
visit us and taste our ONO LOCAL FOOD!
@ Our Los Angeles Location:
12114 Washington Blvd.
CA 90066
Ph# 310 398 6326
Or
New Location @ our West Covina:
1420 South Azusa Ave.
CA 91791
Ph# 626 917 3200
CHECK OUT
OUR WEBSITE @
www.ruttscafe.com
For information about our Catering Menus
We are able to
cater your small intimate parties up to your
large full service parties (weddings, luaus, reunions, etc…)
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Take Advantage of Our Catering Specials |
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Serve 25 for only 94.95
½ Sheet BBQ Chicken
½ ½ Sheet Kalua Pork & Cabbage
½ Sheet White Ricer
½ Sheet Chow Fun
½ Macaroni Salad |
Serve 50 for only
$179.95
1 Full Sheet BBQ Chicken
1 1 Full Sheet Kalua Pork & Cabbage
1 Full Sheet White Rice
1 Full Sheet Chow Fun
1 Full Macaroni Salad |
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AW UPDATE
Ono Recipes |
http://alohaworld.com/ono |
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There are no new local style recipes since the last enewsletter.
You can still find the latest additions to the
Ono Recipes site --
http://alohaworld.com/ono/index.php under
"Latest Additions"
Aunty Aloha also invites you to submit
RECIPE REVIEWS for those recipes you have
tried and love. It is a great way to share aloha with the "virtual" AlohaWorld
ohana. Simply find your favorite recipes and click on the
Review This Recipe
link.
| Latest Recipe Reviews |
Uncle Roy's Kim Chee
Review By: Sharon
Love dis! Since I live in Missouri, I couldn't find kim chee that I like (walmart
even sells it). Wow, dis is da BOMB! Forever grateful Tyrus for letting me have
ono kim chee in Missouri.
http://alohaworld.com/ono/viewrecipe.php?id=1051235310
Haupia
Review By: Owldancer
I haven't made this yet, however, I would like to suggest that people include
the size of pan/dish in the recipes. This one says to pour into a shallow pan, I
am going to try 8"x8" and see how it turns out.
http://alohaworld.com/ono/viewrecipe.php?id=1053109369
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In the mean time, if you have a
local style island recipe to share make
sure you drop it off with Aunty at the AlohaWorld's Ono Recipe site!
AlohaWorld is all about
SHARING ALOHA! |
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