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Beware of Rich Friends

Zen — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 02:02:09 GMT

Aloha friends of the Eco-Ark Project. I will be heading back to the Eco-Ark soon, and will again enjoy the peace and serenity that only being cut off from civilization can provide. I would like to thank all of you who have supported out efforts over the last few years, and especially those who have been inspired to carry a part of our vision into your own local communities. our work will never truly be completed until the world comes together in re-establishing sustainable resource developments around the globe.

I am happy to announce the publication of two new E-book downloads that are now available. They chronicle the development of the vision that led to the establishing of the Eco-Ark in the Puna Rain Forest on the island of Hawaii. A long, strange, and mystical journey that began on The Great Peace March from Los Angeles, CA. to Washington D.C. in 1986. Sharing the inspiration I received at the '86 national Gathering of the Rainbow Family in Pennsylvania.
www.welcomehome.org/rainbow/main.html
And the mysterious happenings in the vortex region of Sedona AZ. Where I was recruited as a bodyguard for an heiress to one of America's Wealthiest families. They are full of tales of Mysterious, Humorous, and sometimes horrific occurrences and the people we met along the way.

"Beware of Rich Friends", and the sequel "It's How The Rich Stay Rich" continues the adventure five years later. With remembrances from the '95 gathering in Taos N.M. Living in an Earthship there. Then carrying the vision to the tropical island of Maui. And further struggles and victories in our attempt to create Sustainable Eco-communities in our island paradise. Culminating in the a final battle between the powers of light and darkness, and the grounding of the Eco-Ark vision.

Article from The Great Peace March 21st reunion
www.ojaipost.com/2007/11/g...in_d.shtml

You can find the downloads as well as links to sample pages at:
http://stores.lulu.com/jwbush

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Breakthrough to a New You

Zen — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 01:48:28 GMT

I was introduced to Michael Benner by way of KLOS radio in Los Angeles in the early 80's. He had such an open minded and well rounded approach to problem solving and opportunities in life, that it had a profound effect on the direction I chose to take with my own life. My first trip to the Hawaiian Islands was to take an accelerated learning course taught by his (then) room-mate, Steven Snyder. Steven later became my hypnosis teacher and personal development mentor. Though I managed to move on to Maui first, as described in my books http://stores.lulu.com/store.php?fAcctID=2563481 they eventually worked their way to paradise as well. Now Michael does a weekly webcast from Maui, which anyone can listen in on for free. Also, on Sunday September 5, 2009 you can join Michael Benner, Steve Snyder, and Larry Czerwonka in beautiful Hilo, Hawaii for "Breakthrough to a New You!"

Throughout life, everyone plays various roles and characters, mostly to please or influence others. It begs the question, who’s the Real You?

* Why do you think, feel and behave the way you do?
* When you speak without thinking, who’s speaking?
* And, if you’re fooling yourself, who’s fooling who?

Join Michael Benner, Steve Snyder, and Larry Czerwonka in beautiful Hilo, Hawaii for a fascinating adventure into self-discovery and life management.

To register or for more information visit:
http://bit.ly/3qGnOC

Price: $60
If you join them on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=48022990043&ref=nf#/event.php?eid=120697284845
you can get a 25% Friends discount.

Date: Saturday, September 5, 2009
Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm
Location: Hilo Woman's Club
Street: 7 Lele Street
City/Town: Hilo, HI

Phone: (818) 569-3017
Email: MB@TheAgelessWisdom.com

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Free Big I Reggae

Zen — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 02:42:35 GMT

Anyone out there who likes reggae music might want to take advantage of my neighbors free offer. Their bands name is "Ras Sparrow" and at least for a limited time (if not forever), they are offering a free download of their latest recording "Zion Town". Ras Sparrow is one of the hottest up and coming reggae acts on the Big Island of Hawaii. Their first publically released recording "Good Seed" has gone up to #1 on island radio, and they are gaining quite a following locally. Radio stations on the other islands have discovered "Good Seed" as well, and they have been invited to play on Maui and Oahu later this year. So check them out and get your free download now while the offer still lasts.

http://www.myspace.com/rassparrowdailybread

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RAS SPARROW CD RELEASE PARTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Zen — Mon, 19 May 2008 23:33:34 GMT

The Daily Bread is the official band of the Eco-Ark Project. http://tribes.tribe.net/ecoark
Support local indepentdent music.

COME GET IRIE WITH RAS SPARROW & DAILY BREAD AT THEIR CD RELEASE REGGAE PARTY AT SHAKA’S IN PAHOA ON SATURDAY, MAY 31ST!!!!!
$7 COVER @ THE DOOR. MUSIC STARTS @ 9:30PM.

Check out a sample at http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendID=87599736

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"STOP BOMBING BIG ISLAND OF HAWAI'I".

Zen — Thu, 15 May 2008 01:05:19 GMT

This petition was brought to my attention over the "Care 2" social network. I do not know if non memebers will be able to get in to sign, since my computer goes there automatically, so if someone who tries it can leave some feedback if there are any difficulties or solutions, it would be a great help. The promo copy came as follows...

I have just read and signed the petition: "STOP BOMBING BIG ISLAND OF HAWAI'I".

Please take a moment to read about this important issue, and join me in signing the petition. It takes just 30 seconds, but can truly make a difference. We are trying to reach 1000 signatures - please sign here: http://www.thepetitionsite.com/1/stop-bombing-big-island-of-hawai39i

Once you have signed, you can help even more by asking your friends and family to sign as well.

Mahalo Nui Loa

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2 days to Rebirth 2008 Deadlines!

andrewcuniberti — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 08:50:56 GMT

Planning on going to Rebirth 2008?

April 30th is the final deadline for:

-Volunteer Registration
Go to: http://www.kapilina.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=24&Itemid=83
Copy the application form into an email, fill it out, and email it to: hawaiivolunteers@kapilina.org

-Themecamp Registration
First you have to be registered with the website, click on "Register" underneath "Login" in the left hand menu at www.kapilina.org.
Then go to: http://www.kapilina.org/index.php?option=com_fabrik&Itemid=79
Ignore that it says the deadline is March 31st and fill in the online form, then click submit.

-Art Grant submissions
Go to: http://www.kapilina.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=32&Itemid=85
Copy the application form into an email, fill it out, and email it to: hawaiiart@kapilina.org

-Low income ticket applications
Go to: http://www.kapilina.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=50&Itemid=86
Copy the application form into an email, fill it out, and email it to: hawaii@kapilina.org

You have 2 days left to submit your applications, only those submitted by the 30th will be considered. We have gotten a lot of applications so far and there is going to be some great art at Rebirth 2008. Let's see what you procrastinators out there can do too!

For all the information you need about Rebirth 2008 and Ka Pilina go to www.kapilina.org.

The Ka Pilina Interactive Arts Society, Inc. (501c3)
hawaii@burningman.com
www.kapilina.org
http://kapilina.tribe.net/

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IMPEACHMENT

JOL — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 23:52:14 GMT

Aloha, I feel it is crucial to impeach linda lingle for breaking several federal laws and betraying the people of Hawaii by her "special session" to allow the superferry to run in our waters. By her actions of disregarding federal laws and the Hawaii Supreme Court ruling to halt ALL superferry operations in Hawaii she has become an enemy of the state. Any info. that will lead to her impeachment is appreciated. Mahalo nui loa.

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VOTE FOR RON PAUL

SAR — Sat, 17 Nov 2007 20:44:22 GMT

VOTE for RON PAUL!

WHY? If you don't know it, PLEASE get educated over the FACTS! :)

www.ronpaul2008.com/

Watch this video over Ron Paul:
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-559967037931029657&q=ron+paul+evanescence&total=3&start=0&num=100&so=0&type=search&plindex=0

More Ron Paul Info:
http://www.nicenetruth.com/home/2007/10/why-ron-paul-wi.html

Americans you need to WAKE UP! Ron Paul is the only candidate who is not corrupt and on the take, and the ONLY TRUE Constitutionalist, that stands 100% for our Constitutional rights and freedoms!

Ron Paul is truly the BEST!

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MAUI CANNABIS CLUB!

SAR — Sat, 17 Nov 2007 20:29:01 GMT

Spread the word people, a medical marijuana club in Hawaii!

Maui Cannabis Club:

www.mauicannabis.com

ALOHA :)

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songbird needs job in Hawaii

willowlama — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 18:49:01 GMT

Aloha!

Please answer through my profile page as I won't be able to check it here!

I have always dreamed of living in Hawaii.

Anyway the funny thing is...I have recently developed asthma due to the intense pollution here in Kathmandu. The Dr said the only way to get better is to leave Nepal. So my husband and I are trying to decide where to go. He is Nepali by the way and I am American. Go see his website it you like. www.nepalmandala.com it is for his graphic design company, Mandala Graphics. We are both 37 years old.

Anyway, my options are to return to NYC, because I have family there, or try to live my dream....Hawaii!!! I have been saying to Sherap all the time...let's go live in Hawaii!

But we are kind of afraid, since we have so little money...we hear it is hard to find jobs there and we would need to be employed within two weeks of arrival or we will go bust! So I was wondering if you have any ideas...being from there and all! If you look at my profile maybe you will see some of my qualifications although I am not sure if I wrote them clearly.

But basically this:

essential oils scent design
fresh spa products design
Photoshop
Ballet teacher for ages 3-10
excellent writer all styles
grant writing
office skills
Blues and jazz singer for hotel bands
contemporary and Celtic singing lessons ( I have MA from ireland)

My husband is an expert graphic and website designer.
So if you have any ideas that can help us to live the dream then you will truly be an angel from heaven for us!

Peace and Love,

Willow and Sherap Lama

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Need help

sageivyberyl — Sun, 16 Sep 2007 12:59:15 GMT

My father passed away a few months ago. They are taking him back to Hawaii to scatter his ashes. I would like to be able to say goodbye to him in his native tongue. Does anyone know how to say "Goodbye Dad. I love you and miss you. You will always be in my heart". In Hawaiian? Or something close to that?

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MONK SEAL SIGHTED AT PUNALU`U -- X-post

PatriciaRavarra — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 20:27:43 GMT

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MONK SEAL SIGHTED AT PUNALU`U
YOUR HELP IS NEEDED
September 19, 2007
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MONK SEAL IS ONE OF ONLY 2 FEMALE SEALS ON ISLAND
-- STAY AT LEAST 150 FEET FROM SEAL
-- PUNALU`U IS IMPORTANT HABITAT FOR MONK SEALS
-- PASSAGE OF RESOLUTION 169-07 PROTECTS HABITAT

According to Dr. Jason P. Turner, Assistant Professor Department of Marine Science University of Hawai'i at Hilo: "We need everyone's help in monitoring an endangered monk seal female that has recently been hauling out around Punalu'u. I developed the Hilo Marine Mammal Response Network in conjunction with NOAA and DAR and have several UH-Hilo students monitoring monk seals throughout the Big Island. The pup that was sighted at Punalu'u was born at Papaikou last summer and is one of only 2 female seals known to inhabit Hawaii Island. It is essential that we collect information regarding her whereabouts and protect her from well meaning visitors and tourists.

Any information people can provide regarding where the seal is located would be greatly appreciated. You can contact me directly at 808-217-6812 (cell) or 808-933-3114 (office) or call the student network coordinator Melissa Netze (808-756-5961 -cell). Melissa will be surveying Punalu'u and areas around South Point tomorrow (Thursday 9/20) and would appreciate any information anyone can provide. She also plans to be down at the beach on Thurs., Sept 20th. Thanks and again I appreciate any help you can provide."

STAY AT LEAST 150 FEET FROM SEAL
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While seldom seen along the shores of Punalu`u, the Hawaiian monk seal (Ilio-holo-i-ka-uaua) is known to use the area as a habitat and has been sighted along the coast of Ka`u. Researchers are discovering that the population of monk seals in the main Hawaiian islands is less than fifty, but may play a critical role in the survival of the species. The Hawaiian monk seal, Monachus schauinslandi, is Hawaii's only pinniped. It is a species that is considered endemic to the islands and is believed to have evolved there. The monk seal is one of Hawaii's two endemic mammals. Hawaii's only other endemic mammal is the Hoary bat.

PLEASE STAY AT LEAST 150 FEET FROM SEAL

Learn More About Monk Seals

PUNALU`U IS IMPORTANT HABITAT FOR MONK SEALS
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The population of the Hawaiian monk seal is currently estimated to be between 1,500 and 1,200 individuals. They are considered an endangered species and nearly all live and breed in the remote Northwestern Hawaiian Islands. The monk seal is extremely sensitive to human activity. Mothers often abandon preferred pupping and haul out areas and even their pups prior to weaning, when disturbed by human visitors. Therefore, in order to help protect the species, it is important to enjoy monk seals from a distance, and give them the solitude they need to survive. Scientist believe the population in the main Hawaiian islands may be increasing, making the isolated and sandy coves around Punalu`u critically important to the monk seal's survival as it is one of the last undeveloped beaches left in Hawai`i.

Learn More About the Critical Habitat at Punalu`u

PASSAGE OF RESOLUTION 169-07 PROTECTS HABITAT
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Just two days after the Monk Seal was sighted at Punalu`u, the Hawaii County Council passed Resolution 169-07 that will protect this important habitat at Punalu`u forever.

Contact Information
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email: danny@kaupreservation.org
phone: (808) 928-8144
web: http://www.kaupreservation.org
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2008 Events

Queen Opihi Lady — Thu, 20 Sep 2007 21:27:48 GMT

Aloha Ohana, Whats up for Afterburn, decompression,Big Island Burn stuffs coming up???? do you always do april?
I would love to help organize from here in South Kona.
Mahalo, Queen Opihi Lady

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Puna Unity and Liberation @the Shire Sept 28, 29, 30

iriseve — Sat, 15 Sep 2007 22:05:50 GMT

Aloha Family
I want to let y'all know about the gathering September 28, 29 and 30th @ the Shire..
This will be an awareness raising and community sharing event, dealing with the very real invasions of homes and families in Puna, due to a plant the earth grows naturally. Testimonies will be shared by individuals who have been affected by this including mothers and children. Many bands soon to be announced. Activism ideas and support by Roger Christie and others. High Times magazine will also be coming to do an article about the event. Any singers, dancers, musicians, poets or other creative souls who want to contribute, share testimony, support or learn can contact me for more info here on tribe or at www.myspace.com/irisohana

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You Tube videos of Punalu`u, with the link

Steven — Sat, 08 Sep 2007 03:10:25 GMT

More media for Ka`u
Check em out
http://www.youtube.com/kaufilms

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Speaking Hawaiian

bartholomew — Thu, 26 Jul 2007 15:27:42 GMT

My name is Bart. I just joined, live in NYC, moving to Hawaii late September. I've read about Hawaii's history for years, always fascinated, but never been. I just bought an 8 cd set of Hawaiian language (not pidgen), printed up everything I could find on the language on the computer.

My point is, I love it, I want to speak with others, I want to live where it is spoken. Who speaks hawaiian here? Where could I live my life around it, or even use it in employment? I'm a cook, but then I thought, is there work involving this? But most importantly, I want it socially.

Any input would be appreciated, and I look forward to having a language buddy or two. Mahalo. Bart

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FINAL HEARING FOR PUNALU`U: (X-post)

PatriciaRavarra — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 04:44:18 GMT

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FINAL HEARING FOR PUNALU`U:
9am, this Wed., July 25th
Show Your Support for Resolution 169-07
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HOW YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
-- ATTEND THE HEARING IN KONA OR VIA VIDEO IN HILO OR WAIMEA
-- SEND AN EMAIL, FAX OR CALL THE COUNTY COUNCIL

On July 25th the Hawaii County Council will hold a final vote on the future of Punalu`u: one of the most sacred sites on Hawaii Island. It is the heart of the longest undeveloped coastline in the state, an invaluable cultural and natural treasure for Ka`u families and is visited by millions from around the world. On July 9th, the Council, acting as the Finance Committee, voted unanimously to support Resolution 169-07 that will protect the shoreline of Punalu`u and Ninole forever. This final decision by the Council will determine the fate of this wahi pana (sacred place).

YOU can make a difference by expressing to the Council your strong support for Resolution 169-07. This final vote will take place 9am, July 25th at the Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort. If you cannot attend, please send an email, call or fax all nine members of the County Council.

ATTEND THE HEARING IN KONA OR VIA VIDEO IN HILO OR WAIMEA
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While thousands have already sent countless emails, signed the petition, attended hearings and completed surveys, we need to continue to show support for Punalu`u -- ONE LAST TIME. Remind the Council to confirm their July 9th decision approving Resolution 169-07. Everyone should attend. If you have not testified at earlier hearings on Punalu`u, PLEASE come and testify WEDNESDAY, JULY 25, 2007 at the SHERATON KEAUHOU BAY RESORT @ 9:00 a.m. OR Testify via television:
Videoconferencing is available at the following locations: · Hilo Council Room at the Ben Franklin Building, Second Floor; and · Waimea Council Office at the Holomua Center.

SEND AN EMAIL, FAX OR CALL THE COUNTY COUNCIL
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Take a minute -- and help save Punalu`u by calling, faxing or emailing each of the nine members of the Council.
CLICK HERE FOR COUNCIL CONTACT INFORMATION

Contact Information
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email: danny@kaupreservation.org
phone: (808) 928-8144
web: http://www.kaupreservation.org
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Sustainability in Hawai'i -- Help Make It Happen [X-post]

PatriciaRavarra — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 05:45:53 GMT

Hawai'i 2050

July 10, 2007

Aloha,

The fight to complete the Hawai'i 2050 Sustainability Plan continues. We were disappointed to learn that, despite the media spotlight (read the Honolulu Advertiser's latest story here) and the outpouring of community support for Hawai'i 2050, this morning the Governor vetoed HB 1270.

This critical bill will complete the Hawai'i 2050 Sustainability Plan, the state's first sustainability plan.

However, the state Legislature can overturn her veto. You can support the Hawai'i 2050 Sustainability Plan by contacting these legislative leaders:

Speaker of the House Calvin Say at (808) 586-6100 or repsay@capitol.hawaii.gov
House Majority Leader Kirk Caldwell at (808) 586-8475 or repcaldwell@capitol.hawaii.gov
Senate President Colleen Hanabusa at (808) 586-7793 or senhanabusa@capitol.hawaii.gov

Time is critical. The state Legislature will vote on whether or not to overturn the Governor's veto within the next few hours. Please take a moment to call or e-mail Speaker Say, House Majority Leader Caldwell and Senate President Hanabusa. Let them know that Hawai'i 2050 is vital to creating a sustainable future for our economy, our environment and our special Island culture.

Your voice will make a difference.

Mahalo nui loa,

The Hawai'i 2050 Sustainability Task Force

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Maui Medical Marijuana

SAR — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 20:53:09 GMT

Well for those of you that have tasted the really bad Aloha of PatientsWithoutTime in Paia, there is good news!

I found another Medical Club on Maui. They are No Ka Oi

www.mauicannabis.com

ALOHA

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ALCHEMY 26-27th @ The Shire

Renee — Sat, 12 May 2007 23:17:48 GMT

The flyer is upcoming....

***ALCHEMY***
May 26-27

yes the rumours are true.. there will be an outrageous audioenvirsphere at the Shire (Rebirth site) on Memorial Day long weekend...

featuring INTERNATIONAL DJs - direct from BC Canada, ... Dreamweaver (Elfinstone) and Kamananda (Victoria)

non-stop music for 24 hours!

opening the event at 3:33 pm with a Sound Healing Workshop
4:20 Opening Circle
Live Band -- PEACETRIBE
DJs:
DUBBALICIOUS (dub, trip hop)
SKY MCKAI (eclectic electro)
DOC - Da Oil Can- (breaks, drum&bass)
KAMANANDA - Victoria Canada (gypsytrance)
DREAMWEAVER - Elfinstone, Canada (psytrance)
JINCI - (electro new skool breaks)
RENEGADE - (goatrance)

SUNDAY MORNING SPECIAL:
10am - Tai Chi Dancing - lead by Julia Sevitte (VICTORIA CANADA) & DJ Kamananda
11 am - 3:33pm - Extreme Estatic Dancing - open sky, vocalizations and live band Peacetribe (Instrumental Improv) - also DJs Sky McKai and DREAMWEAVER
3:33 Closing Circle

ALTAR and Environment: by HOPE & crew

Food and Refreshments: ANANADA's FEAST

Limited Advance Tickets: $10 at Sirius Coffee (Pahoa), CD Wizard (Hilo)
GATE OPENS 2pm
at the Gate: first 25 people: $10
afterwards: $15 for the weekend

(SUNDAY MORNING SPECIAL - after 9 am ~ $5)

Camping :FREE

all day Saturday: Tribal Market -- Vendors Welcome-- (no Food) - bring your own booth/blanket

pack in/out your garbage - leave no trace!
no alcohol, no dogs

-bring extra cushies for the Chill Lounge-

info - 808-333-1202

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Are you a transplanted Hawaiian?

EarthDescendance — Mon, 18 Sep 2006 05:49:50 GMT

My parents were born and raised on Hawaii. My mom is Hawaiian and my father is Filipino. Before us kids were born our parents migrated to the mainland, Cali. Making us transplanted. Luckily enough my mom and dad kept to local traditions. My mom earned her Kumu Hula and taught us kids how to be Hawaiians, minus speaking fluent Hawaiian.

So lets talk story as the Hawaiians did/do on being transplanted Hawaiians. A wise man once told me that the Polynesian migration to the mainland was just another journey to their next home away from home. Hawaiian at heart wherever you stay.

Malama Pono a hui hoe

Kris Pa'ahana

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Show Auntie Nona Your Support -- X-Post

PatriciaRavarra — Mon, 23 Apr 2007 00:46:23 GMT

Earlier this month (around April 12, 2007 -- I didn't get the message until later), Auntie Winona Beamer sent a letter to the President of the U.S. and to the U.S. Congress, asking for the cessation of what she calls "any further invasion of our sacred homeland." She specifically referred to the Advanced Technlogy Solar Telescope (ATST) to be erected on either Mauna Kea or Haleakalâ, and the desecration of sacred lands on O`ahu. She wrote , "There is no concern for the rare and endangered species of plant and animal life of Hawai`i. There is utter disregard for ancient artifacts and sites."

In addition to this letter, Auntie Nona is collecting names of kânaka maoli and kama'âina who are in support of her position. Here's the info in full (includes a cover letter, Auntie Nona's letter, and the "Roll Call of Support."

Please pass this on -- mahalo!

P.S.: If you don't know who Auntie Nona is, she is, among other things, the mother of renowned slack key guitar player, Keola Beamer. You can read a biographical article about her here: http://the.honoluluadvertiser.com/150/sesq6beamer

C O V E R L E T T E R

253 Kuualoha Street
Kahului, HI 96732
April 11, 2007

Aloha

I am writing to give you a “heads up” advance notice of a Declaration that Nona Beamer is shortly going to email to President Bush and members of Congress (probably on Monday, April 16).

Auntie Nona is making Lahaina, Maui, her residence. She has many loving friends and family here on Maui (as well as many of you out there). For the past 2 months, she has been discussing Hawaiian culture with senior citizens on this island. It has invigorated her to the point that last Friday, April 6, in an “ohana circle,” she produced the powerful Declaration which I am attaching.

She feels an urgency to speak out and is willing to do so alone. After you have read the attachment, if you feel that you or the organization you represent would be inter-ested in adding your voices, she would be absolutely delighted to hear from you and would greatly appreciate a timely response. Nona’s email address is

beamerw001@hawaii.rr.com

The information to send should include 4 items: (a) your name; (b) city, island, state; (c) your status according to the following: 1 Native residing in HI, 2 Native residing out of HI, 3 Non-native resident of HI, 4 Non-native resident out of HI, and (d) date of your document. If there is more than one person, such as a family or small group, Response B of the attached Roll Call of Support shows how you could generate a list.

If you represent an organization that is large and the listing of names is not feasible, you may choose to make a statement as suggested in Response A of the Roll Call of Support.

Auntie Nona has authorized me to send you this Cover Letter and Declaration. May I assist you if there are questions or if the message must be re-sent on different software. When Auntie receives your email message, she will keep a hard copy and forward your message to me for electronic filing. Your name will be historically documented; your email address will be kept confidential.

Mahalo a nui loa

Darlene Mahelona Baines

darlenebaines@aol.com

Attachments: Cover Letter
Declaration
Roll Call of Support
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AUNTIE NONA'S LETTER:

TO: President Bush
Members of Congress, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
FROM: Ms. Nona Beamer, Kupuna and Kanaka Maoli (Native of Hawai‘i)
DATE: April 12, 2007

DECLARATION: HAWAI‘I NEI, OUR HOMELAND

The fragile and sacred land of Hawai‘i is our precious heritage and our home. Even as we are struggling to maintain and restore U.S. damage to our land, the Government is continuing to desecrate more of Hawai‘i nei. This letter is my impassioned plea to STOP any further invasion of our sacred homeland.

Specifically, I am referring to the Advanced Technlogy Solar Telescope (ATST) to be erected on either Mauna Kea or Haleakalā. The plan is to excavate our sacred volcano 5 stories into the ground and scar our skyscape by an additional 14 stories. On O‘ahu, it is beyond reason that the sacred forests and landscape from Wahiawa to Kahuku are being ripped up to accommodate the monstrous Stryker tanks. There is no concern for the rare and endangered species of plant and animal life of Hawai‘i. There is utter disregard for ancient artifacts and sites.

I will point out that there has been irreparable damage to Kaho‘olawe which suffered U.S. bombardment since the 1940s. Kāne‘ohe Bay was once an important food source, the “breadbasket” of the people. It was dredged by the U.S. military and turned into a Marine Base. Our cherished Lē‘ahi, Diamond Head crater, has been ripped up and scarred and trampled on. Mokū‘ula, the ancient sacred fishpond in Lahaina, Maui, was fed by a freshwater stream. It was callously filled and destroyed. Other examples exist that are too numerous to mention here.

For over 100 years, the United States of America has shamelessly, for profit and personal gain, taken advantage of both the people of Hawai‘i and the land of our ancestors. Under President Cleveland, Queen Lili‘uokalani was illegally removed and sentenced to exile. In 1898, against the petitions of the people, Hawai‘i was annexed to the United States, and land was confiscated. During World War II, more land was confiscated for the use of the U.S. military. In 1959, when Hawai‘i became a state, the native voice was again ignored.

From the time I was born in 1923, I have been overwhelmed with the suppression of my culture, language and heritage. I learned, in the public school system and in the community, to be ashamed that I was “kanaka maoli,” (native of Hawai‘i). I could not learn the native language, as it was suppressed. The passing down of history through the hula had to be taught in secrecy. I endured these prejudices, and it has been my lifelong crusade to teach, “Be Proud of Who You Are!!” I have little time left to voice the injustices that have been done to the native people of Hawai‘i.

In 1984, I was appointed to the Native Hawaiian Study Commission by President Reagan. The Commission assessed the needs and concerns of the “kānaka maoli.”

President and Members of Congress
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April 12, 2007

Over twenty years have passed. The health of the native people is the worst in this state. The schools rank among the lowest in the nation. The needs of the native people are not being met, yet money is appropriated by the U.S. Government for the destruction of our land.

I am not alone in my plea. I have signatures of support not only from those of native ancestry (kānaka maoli); but also non-native residents who are Hawaiian-at-heart, and visitors who want our fair islands to remain a place of peace and healing.

Give heed to our voices. We have extended aloha to you, and you seek to extinguish our very being.

Respect us; be aware that we are a sovereign international nation. We are the descendants of a mighty civilization and deserve to be heard and acknowledged!

With utmost sincerity

Nona Beamer

1889 Loke Street, #411
Wailuku, HI 96793

Email: beamerw001@hawaii.rr.com

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ROLL CALL OF SUPPORT
I agree with NONA BEAMER’S letter to Members of U. S. Congress dated April 12, 2007

Native residing in HI [1]
Native residing out of HI [2]
Non-native resident of HI [3]
Non-native resident out of HI [4]

PRINT NAME STATUS CITY/ISLAND/STATE DATE

1 Luanna Farden McKenney__ __ 1_ _Lahaina, Maui, HI_______ 4/17/2007
2_Peter W. McKenney________ __ 3_ _Lahaina, Maui, HI_______ _4/17/2007
3 Arlene Battad Kon__________ __ 1_ _Kapaa, Kauai, HI________ _4/17/2007
4__________________________ _____ _________________________ _________

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lalava

Sat, 10 Mar 2007 02:14:41 GMT

Around Merrie Monarch time - Filipe Tohi - a Tongan artist living in Autearoa - will be in Hawai'i to talk about his art.

Lalava is the old Polynesian art of lashing - which is/was a very functional activity done with all manner of materials - from sennit, to lauhala, to whatever. The most interesting thing about the art form - is that it is not strictly 2-dimensional - and that it has a "front" manifestation and a "back" one. It's like an oriental rug that has a front side and a back side - the sides being somewhat opposite from the other. However, lalava is more than just 2-dimensional - it may be 3-dimensional - and maybe it even has additional dimensions.

It contains, like Hawaiian stories, hidden meanings, philosophies, thought processes, multi-levels, and much more. The art provides a window to learn/study/practice the multi levels of Polynesian philosophy and world view. It boggles the western mind.

Filipe did a workshop in Hilo last year - to a standing room audience. And you should have seen some of the faces of those trying to understand what he was talking about. Jaws were dropping and little lightbulbs were flashing. The subject was close to be incomprehensible to many (of the western persuasion) - but everyone in attendence left with a new outlook on life and art.

If things go as are currently being contemplated (things are still in the planning process), a workshop is planned for Honolulu and a demonstration is planned for Waimea, Hawai'i island.

The demonstration in Waimea will take place on a newly constructed (but not finished) Hawaiian equivalent to an Autearoa marae - a melding of western architecture (outside) and a traditional Polynesian (Hawaiian) post and beam construction on the inside.

Watch for announcements and flyers that will be coming. However - not from me - as I'm leaving on an extended cultural visit to South America next week.

If you may be very interested - and don't want to risk not seeing a flyer, etc., maybe you can request to be added to an email list that you can propose - and I'm suggesting this without getting permission to do so and without giving any kind of notice (so be nice) - to - acurrie@hawaii.rr.com

ku/Clarence

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i want to get traditional hawaiian tattoes

jeremy kimo — Mon, 19 Feb 2007 07:38:32 GMT

i want to get traditional hawaiian tattoes
in the traditional way the way the ancients did it
can anyone help me or point me to the right direction

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Sudden Rush

kataklypse — Tue, 22 Jun 2004 04:23:05 GMT

Saw them here last year and was wondering what's up with them.

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Rebirth 2007

andrewcuniberti — Sat, 20 Jan 2007 21:51:14 GMT

It is Ka Pilina's pleasure to officially announce:

Rebirth 2007
The Hawaii Interactive Arts Festival
April 26th - 29th
At the Shire, near Pahoa on the Big Island

Tickets are on sale NOW!
Simply go to http://kapilina.org/kapilina/buytix.php to buy a ticket right now.

Rebirth 2007 (an official Burning Man Regional event), is a 4 day interactive art festival in the jungles of Puna including a 20' phoenix, fire spinners, luau, performance, music, installations, and much more. Come prepared to camp for 4 days, express your creativity, and make connections. This event is a nonprofit gathering of artists, no one is making money, and vending is banned inside, you come to give and share. Rebirth 2007 is organized following the Burning Man 10 Principles, which you can see for yourself here: http://regionals.burningman.com/network_principles.html.

Tickets for Rebirth 2007 are $35 (100 available online and 100 are for sale on the Big Island) and $45 (700 available online, at the gate, and soon in an outlet on an island near you) while supplies last. Discounts available for volunteers, artists, performers, and some low-income tickets, see website for details.

We are looking for volunteers to help the event run smoothly and there are a lot of different jobs we need to do. We really need the help of some passionate people, if you are interested in really helping out and participating by volunteering then go to our website for all of the details. We are also looking for groups to form themecamps to help make the event one of the brightest expressions of interactive art outside of Burning Man, see the site for more details. We are giving out at least $1,000 in art grants go to http://kapilina.org/kapilina/artgrants.html for all the info and an application. The art grant cycle is now open and closes March 15th.

See http://www.kapilina.org/bigisland/rebirth2007.html for all the information you need about Rebirth 2007.

The Ka Pilina Interactive Arts Society, Inc. (501c3)
hawaii@burningman.com
www.kapilina.org
http://kapilina.tribe.net/

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Big Island news?

Thu, 11 Jan 2007 00:07:53 GMT

Anyone dealing with earthquake repairs?

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HELP SAVE PUNALU'U (X-Post)

PatriciaRavarra — Thu, 21 Dec 2006 07:04:47 GMT

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
THOUSANDS SIGN UP TO SAVE PUNALU`U
HELP US COLLECT MORE SIGNATURES BEFORE DEC. 22
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HOW YOU CAN HELP SAVE PUNALU`U:

-- DOWNLOAD AND PRINT THE PETITION AND COLLECT SIGNATURES
-- SEND IN COMMENTS ON THE SEA MOUNTAIN DEVELOPMENT BEFORE DEC. 22
-- MAKE A DONATION
-- LEARN MORE -- PREVIEW NEW PUNALU`U DVD ON THE WEB

THOUSANDS of people from across the islands and in Ka`u have signed the petition to Save Punalu`u as a Living Classroom. With your continued help and support we can collect even more signatures before Dec. 22. To continue this effort, we will be holding weekly meetings at the Punalu`u Pavillions on Thursday, Dec. 7th, Dec. 14th and Dec. 21st @ 5:30 at the Punalu`u Pavillions. Come and join the effort! Everyone is welcome to come.

Ask your ohana, friends and co-workers to sign up to Save Punalu`u. Then mail all the signatures you have to our PO Box 472, Na`alehu, HI 96772 before Dec. 19th. We will be presenting all our signatures to the Hawaii County Planning Dept on Dec. 22 as part of our comments on the DEIS.

DOWNLOAD AND PRINT THE PETITION AND COLLECT SIGNATURES
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IT'S EASY: Simply click on the link below to download the Petition. Be sure to ask everyone to sign and PRINT clearly. Then mail all the signatures you have to PO Box 472, Na`alehu, HI 96772 before Dec. 19th.

EVERYONE can sign the Petition. Punalu`u is loved by people across the islands and the globe so everyone should sign and let their voices be heard!

Download the Petition (http://savepunaluu.org/petition.html)

SEND IN COMMENTS ON THE SEA MOUNTAIN DEVELOPMENT BEFORE DEC. 22
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Send in your comments on the Developer's DEIS before Dec. 22nd. It is important that EVERYONE send in comments. You can download and review the Sea Mountain Draft Environmental Impact Statement by clicking on the link below. All comments must be post marked by Dec. 22 and sent to the address listed on our website (click on link below). Email us a copy of your comments and we will post them on the web.

Hundreds of individuals have sent in their comments. You can review some of the comments sent to the Planning Dept. and Developer by clicking on the link below.

Download the DEIS and Public Comments (http://savepunaluu.org/sea_mountain.html)

MAKE A DONATION
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Our campaign to save Punalu`u costs money and your donation will help us continue this effort. Your donation is Tax Deductible and 100% will go to help save Punalu`u. Donations of $50 or more will receive a special SNEAK PREVIEW copy of the soon to be released DVD: "PUNALU`U: A LIVING CLASSROOM". You can preview the DVD on the link below.

Every dollar counts. To make a donation, simple click on the link below and use our SECURE PAY PAL account (All Credit Cards Accepted) OR you can send in your donation by mailing a check payable to Ka`u Preservation, to: PO Box 472, Pahala, HI 96777. Mahalo!

Make A Donation (http://savepunaluu.org/donation.html)

LEARN MORE -- PREVIEW NEW PUNALU`U DVD ON THE WEB
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Preview the soon to be released DVD, "PUNALU`U: A LIVING CLASSROOM" by clicking on the link below. We will be uploading segments of the film on the web. This segment is focused on Punalu`u as a CRITICAL HABITAT and features interviews with leading Biologists who have been studying the honu at Punalu`u for over thirty years.

The DVD will be released early next year, and thanks to a generous grant from the Hawai`i Community Foundation, we will be sending every school and library in the state of Hawai`i a complimentary copy.

PREVIEW THE NEW PUNALU`U DVD (http://savepunaluu.org/critical_habitat.html)

How You Can Help:
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Download the Petition
Make A Donation
Download Sample DEIS Public Comments
Learn More...
Watch Critical Habitat Video

Send us your comments and suggestions:
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email: danny@kaupreservation.org
phone: (808) 928-8144
web: http://www.savepunaluu.org
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Ka`u Preservation | P. O. Box 472 | Na'alehu | HI | 96772

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X-Post -- Great News: Kamehameha Schools Admissions Policy Legally Justified!

PatriciaRavarra — Tue, 05 Dec 2006 21:52:28 GMT

Here's the link to the Kam Schools release (and the text of the decision):

http://www.ksbe.edu/article.php?story=20061205113215671

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Ka'u is UNDER ATTACK!

eric — Wed, 15 Nov 2006 02:00:40 GMT

One of the last undeveloped sacred places on the Big Island is under threat by land developers. Sea Mountain Investements plans to put a MASSIVE LUXURY "ECO RESORT" on Punulu'u. Not only is this one of the only public beaches for Ka'u residents to go and hang out, but this is also a living class room offering hawaiian tradition and marine life. Up rooting lives of many Ka'u families and many farmers and fishermen should not be supported when somting can be done to stop development. Check out this web site to see what you can to do help.
http://kaupreservation.org/id21.html

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Escolta Fine Arts, Presents: Leo Hone, Nov 11 & 12, 2006, Union City CA

Ron — Thu, 19 Oct 2006 05:40:31 GMT

ESCOLTA FINE ARTS

Proudly Presents: "Leo Hone"

Saturday November 11th & Sunday November 12th, 2006

From 1:00pm to 5:00pm

Escolta Fine Arts
29520 Kohoutek Way
Union City CA 94587

FREE: Polynesian Dance Show, Food, Drinks & Raffle

Celebrate with us and meet "Leo Hone" in person!!!

Please RSVP by calling 510-675-0057

Flyer:
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/p35233851.html

Click here to view paintings by "Leo Hone".
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c438631.html

New "Leo Hone" Painting to be Relished!!!!!

Click here to view photos from the "Leo Hone" Art Show
held at "Escolta Fine Arts" on March 5 & 6, 2005
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c455381.html

Leo Hone

The paintings of Hawai'i artist (from 1970 -1979), Shari
Keleohoneakekahuli Martens Magno, are hanging in many countries
throughout the world, among them Denmark, England, Australia, Germany
and Canada. While painting was her first love, music became equally
important. Two years after the Alberta government aired a documentary
on her work as an artist, she laid aside her career in painting to
pursue musical studies. Artist and musician, Leohone holds a Master of
Arts degree from Norwich University in Vermont and a Fellowship degree
in Organ Performance from Trinity College of Music, London, England.
From 1982 onwards, she performed organ recitals extensively across
Canada and the Western U.S. until she retired from the concert scene
to Hawaii in 1989. Once settled, she inevitably found her way back to
her first love and has answered her call to paint.

Leohone is the hanai daughter of Paulie Keakealani Jennings, Executive
Producer of the World Invitational Hula Festival, E Ho'i Mai I Ka Pika
Hula. She is presently the Organist/Choirmaster at St. Peter's
Episcopal Church in downtown Honolulu and the Choral Director for the
Prince Kuhio Hawaiian Civic Club Chorale. She paddles with Anuenue
Canoe Club in Waikiki.

***** ***** ***** ***** *****

Escolta Fine Arts

We offer you a complete fine-art solution for your home or business.
Our products range the spectrum of original works in various media to
the highest-quality reproductions. We offer a fully-equipped custom
framing shop and provide quality framing services to many other
galleries. Escolta Fine Arts, Union City, CA

Artists: Kim Taylor Reece * Leo Hone * Garry Hostallero * McCormick *
Peggy Chun * Pegge Hopper * David Miller * Caroline R. Young * Karl
Bang * Karrie Okamoto * Hisashi Otsuka * Barry Chall * Renee Dickerson
* Willam Yu * Rodney Wade & More * Sports Memorabilia... Escolta Fine
Arts, The finest in Hawaiian, Polynesian & Asian fine art.

Phone: 510-675-0057

http://www.EscoltaFineArts.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts
http://www.FindingFineArt.com

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Earthquake

Dr_SteveSS — Sun, 15 Oct 2006 18:12:24 GMT

I just got a call from my mom's friend on Oahu who reported there was a 'big earthquake' there. Most, if not all of Honolulu is without power. I've been searching online, but it hasn't gone out on any news services yet, so I have no idea the size or epicenter of the quake yet.

My mom's in a nursing home on Pacific Hts. I called them and thankfully they have a backup generator, so she's doing ok for now.

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Sanctuary @ Ong King Arts - September 30th!

Tue, 19 Sep 2006 08:45:55 GMT

Come dance and play Saturday September 30th at Ong King Arts Center, 184 N.King St. in Chinatown.

Two rooms of sound featuring progressive, breaks, house, trance and drum n bass spun by some of Honolulu's best DJ's.
10pm - 4am, 18 and over, $10 cover OR $5 if you wear something outrageous and creative!
BYOB w/ID- $5 corkage fee

Check out the flyer at: http://www.dannyyun.com/MiscRandomness/Sancflyer.JPG

See you on the dancefloor!
~Alicia

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dreaming about moving to big island...

tarot_readings_by_jeannie_san_francisco — Mon, 10 Apr 2006 02:29:00 GMT

Back in 2001 I went to the big island for the first time. I was called there. It was my birthday when I finally arrived. I am still absorbing the incredible life force energy I felt there, especially from Pele. And I've been waiting for the call to come back, and finally in a dream the call came to me a few weeks ago.

I've been to Kauai many times, and also made one trip to Oahu. When I'm in Hawaii, my whole body feels happy. The air, the land, the ocean, the laid back style...people ask if I am local.

Now I have been living in SF for 16 years, and as much as I complain about the city life, and lack of trees and nature here...it's a big leap for me to move away to the island.

I'm a writer, artist, and clairvoyant intuitive. I have two young cats I would be taking with me.

I'm curious, and looking for some encouragement to follow my dreams.

mahalo and light,
Jeannie

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The 2006 Ka Pilina camp at Burning Man

andrewcuniberti — Sun, 21 May 2006 01:07:28 GMT

Going to Burning Man this year?

Calling all kama'aina on the islands and in the mainland, the 2006 Ka Pilina camp (aka the Hawaii Regional Embassy) has been officially registered with Burning Man and is open to accept camp members. The camp will be able to hold 150-200 members and it will again be organizing by small groups. This is the biggest and best home on the playa for island burners, whether it is your first time on the playa or not. This will only be the 3rd year for the camp but already our Friday sunset luau is a legend in Black Rock City, and this year's luau will be even better than ever. This is your best opportunity all year to meet burners from all the islands at once.

Go to www.kapilina.org/kapilina/tcamp06.html to get all the details about the camp and got to our Tribe (kapilina.tribe.net) to add your name to the signup list in the discussion forum. We have also created a new email list on Yahoo just for the Ka Pilina camp, you can join it by going here: groups.yahoo.com/group/kapilinacamp/.

We are planning on the 2006 Ka Pilina camp returning to the 4:30 area but being much closer to the playa without actually being on the Esplanade. We are going for the same type spot as in 2005 (2 corners on 4:30) but between the 2nd and 3rd streets (counting the Esplanade as the 1st) and slightly larger on the side opposite of 4:30. Check out the layout (www.kapilina.org/pix/06KP-...out01.gif) it is designed to have a large open art and performance and art car area in front while providing a more private camping area in the rear or center of the camp.

We need your help!

For the first time we will be asking for voluntary donations from camp members. The camp is NOT highly centrally organized and the whole thing really only works if small prepared groups come together to form our large community. So what is money needed for? What will you get for your suggested donation of $20? Well for one, any donation of $20 or more will get you a camp laminate, a t-shirt, and stickers, just for you (bag of schwag). This year we are going to face a need for storage for the first time as our camp has grown and we are beginning to strain the goodwill of individuals storing stuff for us for free. Storage will cost money. We also would like to do an art grant program for the camp to help subsidize art members are bringing to make our front public area come alive. Also the luau will cost some money for the pig and stuff like tables and such. In the end, the more money we can raise, the more we can do.

Donations are strictly voluntary, it is not a prerequisite for camping with us. It is up to you, if you want to camp with Ka Pilina on the playa and help make it the best it can be, or if you are not going and just support the art we are doing there please give us a camp donation by going to: www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr and remember, if our tax status comes through in a month or so, any donations for the past 6 months will be tax deductible.

So sign up for the camp today if you are in, we already have 42 confirmed members already and we are going to cap our camp at around 150. Help us bring some aloha to the playa see www.kapilina.org/kapilina/tcamp06.html for all of the details.

a hui hou,

Andi
President & Executive Director of the Ka Pilina Interactive Arts Society, INC. (NP)
Burning Man Hawaii Regional Contact
hawaii@burningman.com
www.kapilina.org
kapilina.tribe.net

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Big Island signatures needed for petition

Devi Maile — Sun, 14 May 2006 20:42:27 GMT

Aloha from Malama Hawai'i!

The following announcement is for immediate
release:

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May 13, 2006
Big Island Land Fund

Your kokua is requested to help get signatures
from Hawai'i Island residents. This is for a
petition to dedicate 2% of the Hawai'i County real
property tax to a land fund to protect natural and
cultural lands for our children and communities.

With a deadline at the end of May looming, a
group of dedicated individuals has collected over
3,000 signatures but help is needed to meet the
required goal of 10,000 signatures by May 30th.

Please go to www.legacylands.org for more
information on the campaign, and if you're not a Hawai'i
County resident please pass this email on to all
of your friends and family that live on the Big
Island.

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calling all puna dwellers ... have you word on?

d'zoner — Mon, 17 Apr 2006 00:48:53 GMT

gary two dogs or 'bank robber' elaine

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Unity Crayons Presents: Anonymous Inc. (Ceschi, David Ramos, and Tommy V) with Little Wings

orbiculus — Wed, 08 Feb 2006 21:30:13 GMT

February 24, 2006 at Detox
1192 Alakea Street, Honolulu, HI 96801

$5 all ages welcome!!! also:Temp' Lovers, Hell Caminos, Shoko Kono, Upstanding Youth, and live laptop set by Orbiculus and ILLuminatiHyBriD. Show starts @8p.m.

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VJing in Hawai'i

Fri, 06 Jan 2006 00:03:49 GMT

Just thought I would pop in and say Aloha.

My Mate and I are moving to Hawai'i very soon and are looking for community to share in. Here in San Francisco we VJ for private parties at a friends house, and would love to find something similar in Hawai'i.

http://reese.magichelp.com/vis.asp
http://people.tribe.net/14487e85-8e1d-4a4d-91b6-32607cc199d8

We also custom design, install, and service, Home Media Centers. So you can have a Club Quality Entertainment Setup in your own home, and have the party come to you.

Be there in about a month,

Tolver.

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Escolta Fine Arts, Year End Clearance Sale, Dec 7 - 23, 2005, Union City CA

Ron — Tue, 06 Dec 2005 04:43:33 GMT

ESCOLTA FINE ARTS YEAR END CLEARANCE SALE

We are having an end of the year clearance sale from December 7th to
December 23rd, 2005. Major discounts will be offered for your favorite
works of art by, Kim Taylor Reece * Leo Hone * Garry Hostallero *
McCormick * Peggy Chun * Pegge Hopper * David Miller * Caroline R.
Young * Karl Bang * Karrie Okamoto * Hisashi Otsuka * Barry Chall *
Renee Dickerson & many more Artists!!!!!

This sale is by Appointment only at our Gallery:

Escolta Fine Arts
29520 Kohoutek Way
Union City, CA 94587

Please call for Appointment at
510-675-0057

http://www.EscoltaFineArts.com
http://www.FindingFineArt.com

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Te Vaka this Friday

Tue, 22 Nov 2005 18:58:19 GMT

Te Vaka Steers Into Honolulu this Friday!

Don?t miss the boat! This is one canoe you need to be on . . .

For the first time ever in Hawaii, Polynesian communities will join together with na Kanaka Maoli and other friends in Hawaii to celebrate the season of Makahiki and Polynesian unity. Makahiki Pasifika Week began on November 19 with the Maohi Native Cultural Festival at Queen Kap?iolani Park and climaxes on November 25 with an exciting 7 p.m. concert at the Waikiki Shell starring Te Vaka, the world-renowned contemporary Polynesian band.

The band?s name, Te Vaka , translates into ?the canoe? in the language of the homeland of many of the band members, Tokelau. Their show, with its high-energy percussion rhythms and soaring melodies, transports the audience into the soul of Pasifika. ?It?s a 10 on the rapture scale!? reports one reviewer.

Hawaii?s not-so-distant cousins ? from Tokelau, Samoa, Aotearoa (New Zealand), Cook Islands and Tuvalu ? will paddle their vaka into Honolulu for one highly anticipated show. Tickets are on sale now at the Blaisdell Box Office and all Ticketmaster outlets. Ticket prices are $10 for children 12 and under and $20 for adults in the lawn area, and $25 and $30 for reserved seating. Ticket prices are plus applicable service charges.

Te Vaka is a collective of eleven musicians and dancers ? eight men and three women ? whose signature sound is explosive Polynesian rhythms with breathtaking synchronization. Numerous world tours and three acclaimed CDs have given the band an ever-growing worldwide renown. Te Vaka ? live - unlike anything you?ve ever experienced before; its foundations are the ancient rhythms of Polynesia and the messages speak to the passions of Pasifik people today.

Te Vaka?s songs tell the stories of the region, from the ancestors who traveled across the largest ocean on the planet in their voyaging canoes, to the current threats to many of the smaller Pacific Islands such as Tokelau and Tuvalu due to the effects of global warming and the decimation of indigenous fisheries by the huge pirate fishing fleets of distant nations. There are songs about the issues of the diaspora of Pacific peoples, HIV-Aids and its devastating effects on the region, an ode to Greenpeace founder David McTaggart for his stand against nuclear testing in the Pacific and, of course, songs that celebrate many aspects of traditional island life.

Jon Osorio will open the concert! AND, to add to the event?s excitement, a drawing for two free roundtrip tickets to New Zealand, courtesy of Air New Zealand and Business and Leisure Holidays, will be held on stage at the concert. The concert, presented by Pasifika Foundation, will benefit the foundation?s programs. For more information: www.pasifikafoundation.org

See you there . . .

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Kim Taylor Reece Art Show & Luau at Escolta Fine Arts - Photos

Ron — Tue, 22 Nov 2005 16:19:43 GMT

See the photos I took at the "Kim Taylor Reece Art Show & Luau at
Escolta Fine Arts" at
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c770083.html
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net

The "Kim Taylor Reece Art Show & Luau at Escolta Fine Arts" was
presented at the "Escolta Fine Arts" Gallery in Union City CA on
Novenber 19th & 20th 2005. The show alao featured performances by
the ATOA (A Taste of Aloha) dancers. Kim unveiled new Pictures never
seen on the mainland

***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****

Escolta Fine Arts

We offer you a complete fine-art solution for your home or business.
Our products range the spectrum of original works in various media to
the highest-quality reproductions. We offer a fully-equipped custom
framing shop and provide quality framing services to many other
galleries. Escolta Fine Arts, Union City, CA

Artists: Kim Taylor Reece * Leo Hone * Garry Hostallero * McCormick *
Peggy Chun * Pegge Hopper * David Miller * Caroline R. Young * Karl
Bang * Karrie Okamoto * Hisashi Otsuka * Barry Chall * Renee
Dickerson & More... Escolta Fine Arts, The finest in Hawaiian,
Polynesian & Asian fine art.

http://www.EscoltaFineArts.com
http://www.FindingFineArt.com

***** ****** ***** ***** ***** *****

ATOA - A Taste of Aloha

A Taste of Aloha, a new restaurant in San Francisco that features
shows with Polynesian Dancers & Musicians. The show is A heart
pounding stage show that takes you on a journey that you will never
forget!!!!! The show is a Polyhesian Dance Review, which will visit
the islands of Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, New Zealand & Tonga.

ATOA (A Taste of Aloha) Now open for Lunch, Tuesday - Friday
11:00am - 2:30pm * Now open for Dinner Tuesday - Saturday
5:00pm - 8:00pm, * Shows: Friday & Saturday, Dinner is served
from 5:00pm - 8:00pm, Showtime is at 8:00pm.

Phone: 510-675-0057
http://www.atoasf.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA

A Taste of Aloha
520 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

***** ****** ***** ***** ***** *****

Please visit the "Escolta Fine Arts" vendors booth at these upcoming
events.

South Bay Spring Home & Garden Show

Jan 20, 21 & 22, 2006

Santa Clara Convention Center
5001 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA

Welcome to the South Bay Spring Home & Garden Show. Discover the
newest, most innovative products and services for remodeling,
decorating ormnlandscaping your home. The show features over 300
exhibits and experts on-hand to offer advice and new ideas on
projects for inside and outside your
home.

Peninsula Spring Home & Garden Show

February 24, 25 & 26, 2006

San Mateo expo center
2495 South Delaware Street
San Mateo, CA 94403

Welcome to the South Bay Fall Home & Garden Show. Discover the newest,
most innovative products and services for remodeling, decorating or
landscaping your home. The show features over 300 exhibits and experts
on-hand to offer advice and new ideas on projects for inside and
outside your home.
http://www.peninsulahomeshow.com

12th Annual Arizona Aloha Festival

Saturday & Sunday, March 18 - 19, 2006, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Heritage and Science Park, 115 N. 6th Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85004

The Festival is filled with the music, dance, song, and rhythms of
Hawaii and Polynesia. The best of Arizona's transplanted Islanders is
showcased on two stages, Hawaii is represented by both ancient
(kahiko) and modern (`auana) hula as well as steel guitars, and
tropical rhythms. A crowd favorite is when the keiki or children's
hula halaus (schools) perform.

22nd Annual Hawaiian May Day Festival

Alameda County Fairgrounds
4501 Pleasanton Avenue
Pleasanton CA

Kumu Hula Association of Northern California
http://www.kumuhulaassociation.com presents: "21st Annual Hawaiian
May Day Festival". Saturday May 6, 2006, 9:00am - 6:00pm. Featuring:
Hawaiian Entertainment by Local Hula Halau and Musicians - Arts &
Crafts Booths and Food Booths. Price: Free , Fairgrounds Entrance
Fee: $5.00 Teens and Adults - Free Children 12 years old and under ,
Fairgrounds Parking Fee: $8.00

San Francisco Aloha Festival 2006

The 12th Annual San Francisco Aloha Festival, August 5 - 6, 2006,
(Saturday & Sunday) 10:00am - 5:00pm

San Francisco Presidio Parade Grounds
Lincoln Blvd at Graham St
San Francisco CA 94129

An Annual Polynesian Event.......The Pacific Islanders of the San
Francisco Bay Area offer their talents in music and dance during this
free, , two-day festival of arts. Entertainment highlights include
Pacific Islander music as well as Polynesian dance. The festival will
also feature arts & crafts vendors, island cuisine, Outrigger canoe
race and educational exhibits and workshops.
http://www.pica-org.org/AlohaFest/index.html

San Diego Pacific Islander Festival 2006

Saturday, September 23 & Sunday, September 24, 2006 Ski Beach,
Mission Bay

Ingraham Street off Sea World Drive, Ski Beach in Mission Bay, San
Diego CA 92109

Our festival is a two-day public education and cultural fair
promoting understanding and knowledge of the traditions, cultural
heritage and languages of the Pacific Islands. Authentic
entertainment, foods and crafts and festivities
http://www.pacificislanders.com

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Ia 'Oe E Ka La Hula Festival 2005 - Photos

Ron — Wed, 09 Nov 2005 02:36:57 GMT

See the photos I took at the 2005 "Ia 'Oe E Ka La Hula Festival" at
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c755566.html
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net

The "25th Annual Ia 'Oe E Ka La Hula Festival" was presented on
November 4, 5 & 6, 2005 at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in
Pleasanton CA by the Kumu Hula Association of Northern California
http://www.kumuhulaassociation.com

Special guest Artists in the "Escolta Fine Arts" vendors booth were
Leo Hone & Gary Hostallero.
http://www.EscoltaFineArts.com http://www.FindingFineArt.com

HULA PHOTOS, 2000 http://gallery21385.fotopic.net

HULA PHOTOS, 2001 http://gallery21534.fotopic.net

HULA PHOTOS, 2002 http://gallery16787.fotopic.net

HULA PHOTOS, 2003 http://gallery16898.fotopic.net

HULA PHOTOS, 2004 http://gallery43994.fotopic.net

HULA PHOTOS, 2005 http://gallery133688.fotopic.net

HULA PHOTOS, Halau Hula Me Ke Aloha
http://gallery16895.fotopic.net

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Sidewalk Performers Legislation

Vron — Tue, 08 Nov 2005 07:00:23 GMT

Per a request on another thread, here is an important post about some sort of new Sidewealk Performers Legislation. Unfortunately I could not find any specifics about what it would entails besides limiting performers during "peak" sidewalk use times.

www.honolulu.gov/nco/nb9/05/9novag.htm

WAIKIKI NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2005
WAIKIKI COMMUNITY CENTER
310 PAOAKALANI AVENUE
7:00 pm to 9:00 P.M.

VIII. PRESENTATIONS - ALL PRESENTATIONS ARE LIMITED TO TEN (10) MINUTES PLUS ONE (1) MINUTE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WHEN RECOGNIZED BY THE CHAIR. ACTION CAN BE TAKEN ON ITEMS B AND C.

A. UPDATE ON THE OUTRIGGER PROJECTS – ERIC MASUTOMI 7:30PM

B. SIDEWALK PERFORMERS LEGISLATION – COUNCILMAN DJOU 7:50PM

C. LEGISLATION TO REPEALGET ON FOOD/MEDICAL/RENT – REP FOX 8:00PM

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Hawaiian Isle Festival & Outrigger Canoe Regatta 2005 - Photos

Ron — Sun, 30 Oct 2005 00:44:21 GMT

See the photos I took at the 2005 "Hawaiian Isle Festival & Outrigger
Canoe Regatta" at
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c739428.html
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net

The 2005 "Hawaiian Isle Festival & Outrigger Canoe Regatta" was
presented in Las Vegas Nevada on October 22 & 23, 2005 by the Las
Vegas Hawaiian Civic Club http://lvhcc.org

***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****

Escolta Fine Arts

We offer you a complete fine-art solution for your home or business.
Our products range the spectrum of original works in various media to
the highest-quality reproductions. We offer a fully-equipped custom
framing shop and provide quality framing services to many other
galleries. Escolta Fine Arts, Union City, CA

Artists: Kim Taylor Reece * Leo Hone * Garry Hostallero * McCormick *
Peggy Chun * Pegge Hopper * David Miller * Caroline R. Young * Karl
Bang * Karrie Okamoto * Hisashi Otsuka * Barry Chall * Renee
Dickerson & More... Escolta Fine Arts, The finest in Hawaiian,
Polynesian & Asian fine art.

http://www.EscoltaFineArts.com

Finding Fine Art

*** NEW *** Purchase Fine Art from "Escolta Fine Arts" online by Kim
Taylor Reece, Leo Hone, Peggy Chun, Gary Hostallero, Caroline R. Young
& many more artist.

"Finding Fine Art" was created to provide fine art for your home or
office. We provide the finest framing in the country with the
expertise of "Escolta Fine Arts". "Escota Fine Arts" will lend their
years of experience in designing a frame worthy of your home or
office.

http://www.FindingFineArt.com

ATOA - A Taste of Aloha

A Taste of Aloha, a new restaurant in San Francisco that features
shows with Polynesian Dancers & Musicians. The show is A heart
pounding stage show that takes you on a journey that you will never
forget!!!!! The show is a Polyhesian Dance Review, which will visit
the islands of Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, New Zealand & Tonga.

ATOA (A Taste of Aloha) Now open for Lunch, Tuesday - Friday
11:00am - 2:30pm * Now open for Dinner Tuesday - Saturday
5:00pm - 8:00pm, * Shows: Friday & Saturday, Dinner is served
from 5:00pm - 8:00pm, Showtime is at 8:00pm.

Phone: 510-675-0057
http://www.atoasf.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA

A Taste of Aloha
520 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

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Stop Torture - call Inouye TODAY

CC — Fri, 28 Oct 2005 23:34:11 GMT

We have heard from a couple of people today that Senator Inouye might
be willing to support a weaker version of the McCain/Senate anti-
torture amendment. This could potentially be VERY damaging. Please
help us ensure this gets distributed widely and quickly throughout HI.
Visits to district offices would be really powerful and calls are
encouraged, too.

Senator Inouye is the ranking member of the conference committee
negotiating the DoD spending bill, to which the Senate anti-torture
amendment is attached. That is why it is so vital that he does not
waiver on this and supports the amendment being retained "as is". He
did vote favorably for the amendment early this month in the Senate
as you will see in the action...

................Here's what's going on, and what you can do...........
No Exceptions in the Prohibition on Torture and Ill-Treatment!

On October 5th the U.S. Senate demonstrated important leadership in
acting to stop torture and other cruel, inhuman and degrading
treatment in the context of the U.S.-led "war on terror". By an
overwhelming vote of 90-9, the Senate passed an amendment offered by
Senator John McCain to the Department of Defense appropriations bill
to establish minimum uniform guidelines for treatment of detainees
and affirm the prohibition on torture and other cruel, inhuman and
degrading treatment.

While this is a victory, there is still important work to be done to
seal this principle. The House and Senate have different versions of
the Defense appropriations bill, requiring the legislation to go to
a "conference committee" that will reconcile the two versions and
agree on a final text. In addition, the amendment may be offered on
the Department of Defense Authorization bill which may be brought
back up for debate in the coming weeks. It is crucial that the
Senators and Representatives who are assigned on the Appropriations
Committee and the Armed Services Committee hear the message that they
must retain the Senate anti-torture amendment as is. There is a
danger that the amendment could be revised to be harmful and contrary
to the treaty against torture and to U.S. principles by exempting the
CIA, allowing for a presidential waiver, or placing other
qualifications that would be damaging as the administration has
requested. We will need to keep the pressure on to ensure the Senate
anti-torture amendment remains as is for the final version of any
bill it is attached to and that the President signs it into law.

What you can do next:
Call or visit the district offices of Senator Daniel Inouye. Senator
Inouye is the ranking member of the conference committee that is
negotiating the Department of Defense spending bill to which the
Senate anti-torture amendment is attached. His district office
contact information is below.

Honolulu 300 Ala Moana Boulevard Room 7-212 Honolulu, Hawaii 96850-
4975 808-541-2542 Fax: 808-541-2549

Maui Ryther Barbin, Field Representative 24 N. Church Street, #407
Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii 96793 808-242-9702 Fax: 808-242-7233

Hilo Delbert Nishimoto, Field Representative 101 Aupuni Street, #205
Hilo, Hawaii 96720 808-935-0844 Fax: 808-961-5163

Molokai William Akutagawa, Field Representative P.O. Box 573
Kaunakakai, Hawaii 96748 808-642-0203 Fax: 808-560-3385

Kona Wayne Tanaka, Field Representative P.O. Box 4l Kealakekua,
Hawaii 96750 808-935-0844 Fax: 808-961-5163

Kauai Ronald Sakoda, Field Representative 1840A Leleiona Street P.O.
Box 311 Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii 96766

Senator Inouye's Washington DC Office can be reached by calling the
Capitol Hill switchboard at 202-224-3934. Be sure to take action by
Friday, November 4th as it is expected the conference committee will
potentially finish negotiations around this date.
What to ask:
· Thank him for voting in favor of the Senate anti-torture
amendment earlier this month.
· Ask him to now work to ensure the Senate anti-torture
amendment is retained as is by the conference committee and to
encourage the President to sign it into law, without any revision to
the text passed by the Senate.
· Tell him the United States must stand without exception for
the principle of human decency and against the use of torture and
other forms cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment.
· Emphasize that any attempts to create exemptions for the CIA,
a presidential waiver on the ban, or other qualification would put
the US government in a position of authorizing inhumane treatment of
detainees, in violation of core US principles and existing
obligations under US and international law.
· Also, take the opportunity to reiterate support for Congress
to establish a fully independent commission to investigate all
allegations of torture and ill-treatment by agents of the U.S.
Government around the world.

MAHALO for your efforts in securing this victory! if you are interested in getting more involved in lobbying to denounce torture and for all human rights, please contact Cecilia Lipp with Amnesty International at clipp@aiusa.org

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Gift of Aloha - A Hurricane Katrina Relief Benefit Show - Photos

Ron — Wed, 12 Oct 2005 01:54:20 GMT

See the photos I took at the "Gift of Aloha - A Hurricane Katrina
Relief Benefit Show" at
http://gallery16895.fotopic.net/c722045.html
http://gallery16895.fotopic.net

The "Gift of Aloha - A Hurricane Katrina Relief Benefit Show" was
presented in Sacramento CA on October 9th 2005 by "Halau o
Keikiali'i, Sacramento" & "Hula Me Ke Aloha" from Sacramento CA
http://www.hulamekealoha.com

100% of the proceeds raised at the Gift of Aloha show went to the
American Red Cross for hurricane Katrina relief.

***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****

HULA PHOTOS, 2000 http://gallery21385.fotopic.net

HULA PHOTOS, 2001 http://gallery21534.fotopic.net

HULA PHOTOS, 2002 http://gallery16787.fotopic.net

HULA PHOTOS, 2003 http://gallery16898.fotopic.net

HULA PHOTOS, 2004 http://gallery43994.fotopic.net

HULA PHOTOS, 2005 http://gallery133688.fotopic.net

HULA PHOTOS, Halau Hula Me Ke Aloha
http://gallery16895.fotopic.net

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Halau Hula Kani Ka Pahu 'O Lohiau, Performance at ATOA - Photos

Ron — Wed, 12 Oct 2005 01:52:47 GMT

See the photos I took at the "Halau Hula Kani Ka Pahu 'O Lohiau"
Performance at ATOA
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c721768_1.html
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net

the "Halau Hula Kani Ka Pahu 'O Lohiau" Performance at ATOA was
presented at ATOA (A Taste of Aloha) In San Francisco CA on October 8,
2005.

This show at ATOA featured a special Performance by "Halau Hula Kani
Ka Pahu 'O Lohiau" from Port Orchard, Washington. The Halau is
doctored by Kumu hula Rodrick Escolta.

***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****

ATOA - A Taste of Aloha

A Taste of Aloha, a new restaurant in San Francisco that features
shows with Polynesian Dancers & Musicians. The show is A heart
pounding stage show that takes you on a journey that you will never
forget!!!!! The show is a Polyhesian Dance Review, which will visit
the islands of Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, New Zealand & Tonga.

ATOA (A Taste of Aloha) Now open for Lunch, Tuesday - Friday
11:00am - 2:30pm * Now open for Dinner Tuesday - Saturday
5:00pm - 8:00pm, * Shows: Friday & Saturday, Dinner is served
from 5:00pm - 8:00pm, Showtime is at 8:00pm.

Phone: 510-675-0057
http://www.atoasf.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA

A Taste of Aloha
520 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

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Caroline R. Young Art Show at Escolta Fine Arts - Photos

Ron — Wed, 12 Oct 2005 01:50:33 GMT

See the photos I took at the "Caroline R. Young Art Show at Escolta
Fine Arts" at
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c721496.html
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net

Caroline R. Young Art Show was presented at the "Escolta Fine Arts"
gallery on October 8 & 9, 2005 in Union City CA.

Caroline unveiled her latest limited edition "Missing You" and
Caroline also showcased her new mini original painting series.

***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****

Escolta Fine Arts

We offer you a complete fine-art solution for your home or business.
Our products range the spectrum of original works in various media to
the highest-quality reproductions. We offer a fully-equipped custom
framing shop and provide quality framing services to many other
galleries. Escolta Fine Arts, Union City, CA

Artists: Kim Taylor Reece * Leo Hone * Garry Hostallero * McCormick *
Peggy Chun * Pegge Hopper * David Miller * Caroline R. Young * Barry
Chall * Renee Dickerson. Escolta Fine Arts, The finest in Hawaiian,
Polynesian & Asian fine art.

http://www.EscoltaFineArts.com
http://www.FindingFineArt.com

***** ****** ***** ***** ***** *****

Escolta Fine Arts, Upcoming Events

ESCOLTA FINE ARTS

Proudly Presents: "Leo Hone"

Friday, Saturday, & Sunday, Novenber 4th 5th 6th 2005

In the "Escolta Fine Arts" Vendors Booth at the
"Ia 'Oe E Ka La Hula Festival".
http://www.kumuhulaassociation.com

Alameda County Fairgrounds
4501 Pleasanton Avenue
Pleasanton CA

Friday November 4, 2005, 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday Nov 5 & 6, 2005, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Click here to view paintings by "Leo Hone".
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c438631.html

New "Leo Hone" Painting to be Relished!!!!!

Click here to view photos from the "Leo Hone" Art Show
held at "Escolta Fine Arts" on March 5 & 6, 2005
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c455381.html

***** ***** ***** ***** *****

Escolta Fine Arts, Proudly Presents: Kim Taylor Reece, Art Show
& Luau.

Saturday & Sunday November 19 & 20, 2005, Price: Free

Escolta Fine Arts
29520 Kohoutek Way
Union City, CA 94587

RSVP Now! Call 510-675-0057

FREE: Food, Drinks & Raffle

Celebrate with us and meet "Kim Taylor Reece" in person!!!

***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****

Please visit the "Escolta Fine Arts" vendors booth at these upcoming
events.

Hawaiian Isle Festival Canoe Regatta, Henderson NV

Hawaiian Isles Festival Canoe Regatta, Saturday & Sunday October 22
& 23, 2005, 10:00am - 5:00pm , Montelago Village, Lake Las Vegas,
1600 Lake Las Vegas Parkway, Henderson NV,

Arts and craft and food vendors, South Pacific and Hawaiian "local"
cuisine, Music and Polynesian dance performances throughout the day,
and an awards presentation to follow races on Sunday, October 23.

Experience traditions of Hawaii, Polynesia and the South Pacific,
including the ancient art of outrigger canoeing. Come and watch crews
from California, Arizona & Hawaii compete!

Interested in participating as a Vendor, Entertainer or Volunteer?
Please send email to info@l... or call 702-382-6939.
http://lvhcc.org/HawaiianIsleFestival.html

Ia 'Oe E Ka La Hula Festival 2005

Meet "Leo Hone" in person!!!
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA/message/111

November 4th, 5th & 6th 2005, Pleasanton CA

Kumu Hula Association of Northern California presents the "25th Annual
Ia 'Oe E Ka La Hula Festival & Competition". Young California Building
Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Avenue, Pleasanton CA *
Keiki * Wahine * Kane * Gracious Ladies * Kupuna * Musicians * Friday
November 4, 2005 Solo Competition 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm * Saturday
November 5, 2005 Group Competition 11:00 am - 6:00 pm * Sunday
November 6, 2005 Group Competition 11:00 am - 6:00 pm & Awards.
http://www.kumuhulaassociation.com

South Bay Spring Home & Garden Show

Jan 20, 21 & 22, 2006

Santa Clara Convention Center
5001 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA

Welcome to the South Bay Spring Home & Garden Show. Discover the
newest, most innovative products and services for remodeling,
decorating ormnlandscaping your home. The show features over 300
exhibits and experts on-hand to offer advice and new ideas on
projects for inside and outside your
home.

Peninsula Spring Home & Garden Show

February 24, 25 & 26, 2006

San Mateo expo center
2495 South Delaware Street
San Mateo, CA 94403

Welcome to the South Bay Fall Home & Garden Show. Discover the newest,
most innovative products and services for remodeling, decorating or
landscaping your home. The show features over 300 exhibits and experts
on-hand to offer advice and new ideas on projects for inside and
outside your home.
http://www.peninsulahomeshow.com

12th Annual Arizona Aloha Festival

Saturday & Sunday, March 18 - 19, 2006, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Heritage and Science Park, 115 N. 6th Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85004

The Festival is filled with the music, dance, song, and rhythms of
Hawaii and Polynesia. The best of Arizona's transplanted Islanders is
showcased on two stages, Hawaii is represented by both ancient
(kahiko) and modern (`auana) hula as well as steel guitars, and
tropical rhythms. A crowd favorite is when the keiki or children's
hula halaus (schools) perform.

22nd Annual Hawaiian May Day Festival

Alameda County Fairgrounds
4501 Pleasanton Avenue
Pleasanton CA

Kumu Hula Association of Northern California
http://www.kumuhulaassociation.com presents: "21st Annual Hawaiian
May Day Festival". Saturday May 6, 2006, 9:00am - 6:00pm. Featuring:
Hawaiian Entertainment by Local Hula Halau and Musicians - Arts &
Crafts Booths and Food Booths. Price: Free , Fairgrounds Entrance
Fee: $5.00 Teens and Adults - Free Children 12 years old and under ,
Fairgrounds Parking Fee: $8.00

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Hiva Nui Produtions Presents " Christmas in Paradise" , Dec 17, 2005, Lodi CA

Ron — Fri, 07 Oct 2005 20:09:08 GMT

Hiva Nui Productions of Stockton, Ca. proudly presents
"Christmas in Paradise"

Come see how the South Pacific Celebrates the
Holidays.

Hula and Carols in Hawaiian and English including a
short interactive play will be performed by Hula Halau
Hiva Nui and The Ladies of Na Pua O Ka Honua and other
special guests.

Music to be performed by: "Kekaniwai" musicians for
The Ladies of Ka Waikahe Lani Malie and Hiva Nui~Na
Pua O Ka Honua.

Hula Santa will be coming to town to visit na
Kamali'i.

Tickets are available online at:
http://www.hutchinsstreetsquare.com

Date: Saturday December 17, 2005
Time: 6:30p.m.-8:30p.m.
Location: Hutchins Street Square Performing Arts
Theater
125 S Hutchins Street
Lodi, Ca. 95240
Tickets are: $20.00pp general adult and $15.00 pp 12
and under. Small service charge on line. You may also
purchase tickets at Hutchins Street Square Box off in
Lodi.

Directions to the event are available at the Theater
site.

This is a benefit for the 2006 Competition Schedule
for our Halau. We will also honor a special family to
share Aloha during the Holidays.

For more information see attached flyer or email
Haumea@pacbell.net or all (209)462-HULA

Mahalo and we hope you will come and support our
event.

Haumea

Debbie

Flyer:
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/p21098490.html

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Gift of Aloha - A Hurricane Katrina Relief Benefit Show, Oct 9, Elk Grove CA

Ron — Fri, 07 Oct 2005 20:06:29 GMT

Aloha

Halau o Keikiali'i, Sacramento & Hula Me Ke Aloha

Presents: Gift of Aloha - A Hurricane Katrina Relief
Benefit Show

Sunday, October 9th 2005

2 Shows 2:00pm to 3:30pm & 4:00pm to 5:30pm

Laguna Town Hall Amphitheater
2030 Renwick Ave
Elk Grove CA

100% of the proceeds benefit the American Red Cross

Price: $10.00 Mininum Donation
Make checks payable to the American Red Cross

For mere Info please call 916-691-0790 or visit
www.hulamekealoha.com

For mere Info about this event please view Flyer
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/p20812360.html

Journey with us to the magical world of Polynesia

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Nalei CD Release in Oahu, Oct 13, 9:00 & Hilo, Oct 15, 7:00pm

Ron — Thu, 06 Oct 2005 21:54:49 GMT

Please join in our upcoming cd releases in Oahu and Hilo ? please
spread the word to your `ohana and friends ?

?Nālei? an evening of beautiful music with Kāwika Alfiche and the
dancers of Hālau o Keikiali?i at Kapono?s / Aloha Tower in O`ahu Oct 13 (thurs) and Uncle Mikey?s in Waiakea Villas Hilo, Hawai`i Oct 15 (sat).

Honolulu Advertiser Columnist Wayne Harada says, ?Kāwika Alfiche, a San Francisco-based kumu hula and artist, is to his city what Keali?i Reichel is to Maui: an inspiration to his culture. This array includes numerous originals that offer peeks into his life, ?Mele and oli alike are nourishing, reflecting aspects of everyday life; ?Kaleili?i? was penned while putting a baby to sleep, ?E Ola Hilo? anticipated a trip, ?Na Mauna Ho?oheno? recounts a visit to the mountains of the Big Island, ?Hōkūlani? pays homage to Hōkūlani Holt-Padilla of Maui. Alfiche tracks moments of life with eloquence.?

Cd?s will be available at the performance. There will be a hula
performance from the
dancers of Halau o Keikiali`i.

10/13/2005 09:00 PM - Kapono's / Aloha Tower
1 Aloha Tower, Honolulu, HI 96813,US - $5 Cover Charge, 21 & up

10/15/2005 7:00pm show (doors open at 6pm) ? Uncle Mikey?s (Waikaea Villas) $5 cover charge

more information: www.myspace.com/kawikaalfiche

?N?lei? is a beautiful collection of original Hawaiian music that keeps true to tradition. Featured on this 14-track compilation are ?E P? Mai Ka Makani?
(?Gentle Breezes Blow My Way?) and ?H?k?lani? (?Starlit Heavens?) which are two of the 9 original compositions now playing on the airwaves in Hawai?i and on the mainland.

?N?lei? is not only the bringing together of beautiful harmonies but it?s also about ohana (family). Entitled "N?lei" in honor of K?wika?s late Uncle Roy N?lei Castro, the contemplative sounds of mele (music) and oli (chants) resonate with the theme of the CD: ?Embracing our past...guides our tomorrow? which expresses the idea of preservation, perpetuation and
commemoration of the kupuna (ancestors).

A portion of the proceeds from this showcase benefits
The Aloha Pumehana ?O Polynesia (APOP) Cultural Center
www.apop.net / www.keikialii.com

na K?wika Alfiche
**Check out my website for my new cd "Nalei"
www.myspace.com/kawikaalfiche
To purchase: www.cdbaby.com/cd/kawika
"A`ohe pau ka ?ike i ka h?lau ho`okahi."
All knowledge is not taught in the same school.
One can learn from many sources

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Kim Taylor Reece, Art Show & Luau, Nov 19 & 20, 2005, Union City CA

Ron — Tue, 04 Oct 2005 16:10:32 GMT

Escolta Fine Arts, Proudly Presents: Kim Taylor Reece, Art Show
& Luau.

Saturday & Sunday November 19 & 20, 2005, Price: Free

Escolta Fine Arts
29520 Kohoutek Way
Union City, CA 94587

RSVP Now! Call 510-675-0057

FREE: Food, Drinks & Raffle

Celebrate with us and meet "Kim Taylor Reece" in person!!!

Kim Taylor Reece, Winner of the PIFA (Pacific Islander Festival
Association) 2005 Artist of the Year Award at the San Diego Pacific
Islander Festival.
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c706601.html

Kim Taylor Reece, Hawaii's foremost fine art photographer, has
been studying hula kahiko for nearly 25 years. A catalyst of
Hawaii's Cultural Renaissance, his photography captures the
mystery and magic of this dance, which for generations has excited
the imaginations of people around the world.

In his research, Kim has traveled with the Hawaii State Foundation of
Culture and the Arts, enabling him to study and work with dancers from
more than 37 different Pacific Islands. His extensive research of
costumes and dances of the early Hawaiians captures the spirit and
essence of this ancient ritual.

His unique style has established the visual standards for hula kahiko.
As millions encounter Kim's work everyday, it helps to preserve
the hula and enrich lives with his fine art photography.

Kim's award winning photography has brought him worldwide
recognition. Over the years, Kim has received 15 Pele Awards
(communication and arts), Print Magazine Awards, Kahili Awards (HVCB),
Travel Journalism Awards and National Community Service Awards. His
images have been acquired by collectors, dignitaries, and museums
internationally.

He studied art at Long Beach State in California and because he is
color-blind was told to "change majors or be a starving artist". He
uses it to his advantage in capturing the subtleties of the kahiko in
black and white. He uses sepia tone to represent the timelessness of
the dance. Kim has been publishing his art prints since 1983.

Kim has a gallery at Sacred Falls, Oahu, Hawaii. "The beauty in nature
of the lush green valley and the striking blue ocean exemplifies what
I am trying to portray through my work." Says the artist of his remote
location.

For those who appreciate hula, Kim Taylor Reece has devoted his
talents to the celebration of Hawaii's ancient dance.

***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****

Escolta Fine Arts

Artists: Kim Taylor Reece Leo Hone Garry Hostallero McCormick
Caroline R. Young Barry Chall Renee Dickerson. Escolta Fine Arts,
The finest in Hawaiian, Polynesian & Asian fine art.

http://www.EscoltaFineArts.com
http://www.FindingFineArt.com

***** ****** ***** ***** ***** *****

Escolta Fine Arts, Upcoming Events at Gallery

Escolta Fine Arts, Proudly Presents: Caroline R. Young's Missing You,
Sarurday & Sunday October 8 & 9, 2005

Escolta Fine Arts
29520 Kohoutek Way
Union City CA 94587

Please RSVP by calling 510-675-0057

Caroline Young: In classical Oriental painting, artists approach
their work the way pianists in the West might approach the existing
compositions of the great masters. Each new painting was a
performance that the artist rehearsed for by practicing the
performance of earlier painters. Contemporary artist Caroline Young
took that wisdom to heart. Her delicate watercolors on silk pay
homage to classical Chinese technique called the "delicate style,"
and the lessons she learned from her mentor, Lam Oi Char. Each is a
virtuoso celebration.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA/message/109

Kim Taylor Reece, Art Show & Luau, Nov 19 & 20, 2005, Union City CA

Escolta Fine Arts, Proudly Presents: Kim Taylor Reece, Art Show
& Luau. Saturday & Sunday November 19 & 20, 2005, Price: Free

Escolta Fine Arts
29520 Kohoutek Way
Union City, CA 94587

RSVP Now! Call 510-675-0057

***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****

Please visit the "Escolta Fine Arts" vendors booth at these upcoming
events.

Hawaiian Isle Festival Canoe Regatta, Henderson NV

Hawaiian Isles Festival Canoe Regatta, Saturday & Sunday October 22
& 23, 2005, 10:00am - 5:00pm , Montelago Village, Lake Las Vegas,
1600 Lake Las Vegas Parkway, Henderson NV,

Arts and craft and food vendors, South Pacific and Hawaiian "local"
cuisine, Music and Polynesian dance performances throughout the day,
and an awards presentation to follow races on Sunday, October 23.

Experience traditions of Hawaii, Polynesia and the South Pacific,
including the ancient art of outrigger canoeing. Come and watch crews
from California, Arizona & Hawaii compete!

Interested in participating as a Vendor, Entertainer or Volunteer?
Please send email to info@l... or call 702-382-6939.
http://lvhcc.org/HawaiianIsleFestival.html

Ia 'Oe E Ka La Hula Festival 2005

Meet "Leo Hone" in person!!!
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA/message/111

November 4th, 5th & 6th 2005, Pleasanton CA

Kumu Hula Association of Northern California presents the "25th Annual
Ia 'Oe E Ka La Hula Festival & Competition". Young California Building
Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Avenue, Pleasanton CA *
Keiki Wahine Kane Gracious Ladies Kupuna Musicians Friday
November 4, 2005 Solo Competition 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm * Saturday
November 5, 2005 Group Competition 11:00 am - 6:00 pm * Sunday
November 6, 2005 Group Competition 11:00 am - 6:00 pm & Awards.
http://www.kumuhulaassociation.com

South Bay Spring Home & Garden Show

Jan 20, 21 & 22, 2006

Santa Clara Convention Center
5001 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA

Welcome to the South Bay Spring Home & Garden Show. Discover the
newest, most innovative products and services for remodeling,
decorating ormnlandscaping your home. The show features over 300
exhibits and experts on-hand to offer advice and new ideas on
projects for inside and outside your
home.

Peninsula Spring Home & Garden Show

February 24, 25 & 26, 2006

San Mateo expo center
2495 South Delaware Street
San Mateo, CA 94403

Welcome to the South Bay Fall Home & Garden Show. Discover the newest,
most innovative products and services for remodeling, decorating or
landscaping your home. The show features over 300 exhibits and experts
on-hand to offer advice and new ideas on projects for inside and
outside your home.
http://www.peninsulahomeshow.com

12th Annual Arizona Aloha Festival

Saturday & Sunday, March 18 - 19, 2006, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Heritage and Science Park, 115 N. 6th Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85004

The Festival is filled with the music, dance, song, and rhythms of
Hawaii and Polynesia. The best of Arizona's transplanted Islanders is
showcased on two stages, Hawaii is represented by both ancient
(kahiko) and modern (`auana) hula as well as steel guitars, and
tropical rhythms. A crowd favorite is when the keiki or children's
hula halaus (schools) perform.

22nd Annual Hawaiian May Day Festival

Alameda County Fairgrounds
4501 Pleasanton Avenue
Pleasanton CA

Kumu Hula Association of Northern California
http://www.kumuhulaassociation.com presents: "21st Annual Hawaiian
May Day Festival". Saturday May 6, 2006, 9:00am - 6:00pm. Featuring:
Hawaiian Entertainment by Local Hula Halau and Musicians - Arts &
Crafts Booths and Food Booths. Price: Free , Fairgrounds Entrance
Fee: $5.00 Teens and Adults - Free Children 12 years old and under ,
Fairgrounds Parking Fee: $8.00

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Escolta Fine Arts, Proudly Presents: Leo Hone, Nov 4, 5 & 6, 2005, Pleasanton CA

Ron — Tue, 04 Oct 2005 16:06:47 GMT

ESCOLTA FINE ARTS

Proudly Presents: "Leo Hone"

Friday, Saturday, & Sunday, Novenber 4th 5th 6th 2005

In the "Escolta Fine Arts" Vendors Booth at the
"Ia 'Oe E Ka La Hula Festival".
http://www.kumuhulaassociation.com

Alameda County Fairgrounds
4501 Pleasanton Avenue
Pleasanton CA

Friday November 4, 2005, 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday Nov 5 & 6, 2005, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Click here to view paintings by "Leo Hone".
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c438631.html

New "Leo Hone" Painting to be Relished!!!!!

Click here to view photos from the "Leo Hone" Art Show
held at "Escolta Fine Arts" on March 5 & 6, 2005
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c455381.html

***** ***** ***** ***** *****

ESCOLTA FINE ARTS

We offer you a complete fine-art solution for your home or business.
Our products range the spectrum of original works in various media to
the highest-quality reproductions. We offer a fully-equipped custom
framing shop and provide quality framing services to many other
galleries. Escolta Fine Arts, Union City, CA

Artists: Kim Taylor Reece Leo Hone Garry Hostallero McCormick
Caroline R. Young Barry Chall Renee Dickerson. Escolta Fine Arts,
The finest in Hawaiian, Polynesian & Asian fine art.

http://www.EscoltaFineArts.com

Finding Fine Art

*** NEW *** Purchase Fine Art from "Escolta Fine Arts" online by Kim
Taylor Reece, Leo Hone, Peggy Chun, Gary Hostallero, Caroline R. Young
& many more artist at
http://www.FindingFineArt.com

"Finding Fine Art" was created to provide fine art for your home or
office. We provide the finest framing in the country with the
expertise of "Escolta Fine Arts". "Escota Fine Arts" will lend their
years of experience in designing a frame worthy of your home or
office.

ATOA - A Taste of Aloha

A Taste of Aloha, a new restaurant in San Francisco that features
shows with Polynesian Dancers & Musicians. The show is A heart
pounding stage show that takes you on a journey that you will never
forget!!!!! The show is a Polyhesian Dance Review, which will visit
the islands of Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, New Zealand & Tonga.

ATOA (A Taste of Aloha) Now open for Lunch, Tuesday - Friday
11:00am - 2:30pm * Now open for Dinner Tuesday - Saturday
5:00pm - 8:00pm, * Shows: Friday & Saturday, Dinner is served
from 5:00pm - 8:00pm, Showtime is at 8:00pm.

Phone: 510-675-0057
http://www.atoasf.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA

A Taste of Aloha
520 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

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Escolta Fine Arts, Presents: Caroline R. Young's Missing You, Oct 8 & 9, 2005, Union City CA

Ron — Tue, 04 Oct 2005 16:03:06 GMT

Escolta Fine Arts, Proudly Presents: Caroline R Young, Sarurday &
Sunday October 8 & 9, 2005

Escolta Fine Arts
29520 Kohoutek Way
Union City CA 94587

Please RSVP by calling 510-675-0057

Caroline Young: In classical Oriental painting, artists approach
their work the way pianists in the West might approach the existing
compositions of the great masters. Each new painting was a
performance that the artist rehearsed for by practicing the
performance of earlier painters. Contemporary artist Caroline Young
took that wisdom to heart. Her delicate watercolors on silk pay
homage to classical Chinese technique called the "delicate style,"
and the lessons she learned from her mentor, Lam Oi Char. Each is a
virtuoso celebration.
http://www.escoltafinearts.com

Caroline will unveil her latest limited edition Missing You! This will be the absolute first showing of this beautiful Limited Edition work of art. So for all you art collectors the first day means the absolute lowest price and first choice of available numbers.Caroline will also showcase her new mini original painting series.

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Knitting

Vron — Mon, 03 Oct 2005 03:09:36 GMT

Hello Folks!

I just wanted to spread the word that there IS a Stitch-N-Bitch knitting group on Oahu. You can either PM me for info, do a google search for it (that's how I found it), or search Yahoo Groups (there is a yahoo moderated group for our group). Really nice bunch of folks - all knitting levels welcome (we'll even let crocheter's in to! ;P )

TAKE BACK THE KNIT! Join us?

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HO'OLAULE'A - Pacific Island Festival 2005 - Photos

Ron — Wed, 21 Sep 2005 15:20:29 GMT

See the photos I took at the 2005 "HO'OLAULE'A - Pacific Island
Festival" at
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c696977.html
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net

2005 "HO'OLAULE'A - Pacific Island Festival" at was presented in
Las Vegas, Nevada at Lorenzi Park on September 17th & 18th 2005.

***** ***** ***** ***** *****

ESCOLTA FINE ARTS

Artists: Kim Taylor Reece * Leo Hone * Garry Hostallero * McCormick *
Caroline R. Young * Barry Chall * Renee Dickerson. Escolta Fine Arts,
The finest in Hawaiian, Polynesian & Asian fine art.

http://www.EscoltaFineArts.com

*** NEW *** Purchase Fine Art by Kim Taylor Reece, Leo Hone, Peggy
Chun, Gary Hostallero, Caroline R. Young & many more artist from
"Escota Fine Arts" & "Finding Fine Art" at
http://www.FindingFineArt.com

"Finding Fine Art" was created to provide fine art for your home or
office. We provide the finest framing in the country with the
expertise of "Escolta Fine Arts". "Escota Fine Arts" will lend their
years of experience in designing a frame worthy of your home or
office.

***** ***** ***** ***** *****

Escolta Fine Arts & A Taste of Aloha, yahoo group

Please join the Escolta Fine Arts & A Taste of Aloha, yahoo group.
Find the latest information on events at "Escolta Fine Arts" in Union
City CA and ATOA "A Taste of Aloha" in San Francisco CA.

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA

***** ****** ***** *****

Escolta Fine Arts, Upcoming Events

Escolta Fine Arts, Proudly Presents: Caroline R Young, Sarurday &
Sunday October 8 & 9, 2005

Escolta Fine Arts
29520 Kohoutek Way
Union City CA 94587

Please RSVP by calling 510-675-0057

Caroline Young: In classical Oriental painting, artists approach
their work the way pianists in the West might approach the existing
compositions of the great masters. Each new painting was a
performance that the artist rehearsed for by practicing the
performance of earlier painters. Contemporary artist Caroline Young
took that wisdom to heart. Her delicate watercolors on silk pay
homage to classical Chinese technique called the "delicate style,"
and the lessons she learned from her mentor, Lam Oi Char. Each is a
virtuoso celebration.

***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****

Please visit the "Escolta Fine Arts" vendors booth at these upcoming
events.

San Diego Pacific Islander Festival

Saturday, September 24 & Sunday, September 25 Ski Beach, Mission Bay
, Ingraham Street off Sea World Drive, Ski Beach in Mission Bay, San
Diego CA 92109

Our festival is a two-day public education and cultural fair
promoting understanding and knowledge of the traditions, cultural
heritage and languages of the Pacific Islands. Authentic
entertainment, foods and crafts and festivities
http://www.pacificislanders.com

Auburn Home Show

Sept, 30th, Oct. 1st & 2nd

Gold Country Fairground
High Street & Pleasant Ave
Auburn CA

The Auburn Home Show has something for everyone: building and
remodeling, decorating and designing, gardening and landscaping, art,
craft and gourmet items. You get it all in a charming setting of
towering trees, lawn, flowers and pavilion tents.
http://auburnhomeshow.com/shows

Hawaiian Isle Festival Canoe Regatta, Henderson NV

Hawaiian Isles Festival Canoe Regatta, Saturday & Sunday October 22
& 23, 2005, 10:00am - 5:00pm , Montelago Village, Lake Las Vegas,
1600 Lake Las Vegas Parkway, Henderson NV,

Arts and craft and food vendors, South Pacific and Hawaiian "local"
cuisine, Music and Polynesian dance performances throughout the day,
and an awards presentation to follow races on Sunday, October 23.

Experience traditions of Hawaii, Polynesia and the South Pacific,
including the ancient art of outrigger canoeing. Come and watch crews
from California, Arizona & Hawaii compete!

Interested in participating as a Vendor, Entertainer or Volunteer?
Please send email to info@l... or call 702-382-6939.
http://lvhcc.org/HawaiianIsleFestival.html

Ia 'Oe E Ka La Hula Festival 2005

November 4th, 5th & 6th 2005, Pleasanton CA

Kumu Hula Association of Northern California presents the "25th Annual
Ia 'Oe E Ka La Hula Festival & Competition". Young California Building
Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Avenue, Pleasanton CA *
Keiki * Wahine * Kane * Gracious Ladies * Kupuna * Musicians * Friday
November 4, 2005 Solo Competition 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm * Saturday
November 5, 2005 Group Competition 11:00 am - 6:00 pm * Sunday
November 6, 2005 Group Competition 11:00 am - 6:00 pm & Awards.
http://www.kumuhulaassociation.com

South Bay Spring Home & Garden Show

Jan 20, 21 & 22, 2006

Santa Clara Convention Center
5001 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA

Welcome to the South Bay Spring Home & Garden Show. Discover the
newest, most innovative products and services for remodeling,
decorating ormnlandscaping your home. The show features over 300
exhibits and experts on-hand to offer advice and new ideas on
projects for inside and outside your
home.

Peninsula Spring Home & Garden Show

February 24, 25 & 26, 2006

San Mateo expo center
2495 South Delaware Street
San Mateo, CA 94403

Welcome to the South Bay Fall Home & Garden Show. Discover the newest,
most innovative products and services for remodeling, decorating or
landscaping your home. The show features over 300 exhibits and experts
on-hand to offer advice and new ideas on projects for inside and
outside your home.
http://www.peninsulahomeshow.com

12th Annual Arizona Aloha Festival

Saturday & Sunday, March 18 - 19, 2006, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Heritage and Science Park, 115 N. 6th Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85004

The Festival is filled with the music, dance, song, and rhythms of
Hawaii and Polynesia. The best of Arizona's transplanted Islanders is
showcased on two stages, Hawaii is represented by both ancient
(kahiko) and modern (`auana) hula as well as steel guitars, and
tropical rhythms. A crowd favorite is when the keiki or children's
hula halaus (schools) perform.

22nd Annual Hawaiian May Day Festival

Alameda County Fairgrounds
4501 Pleasanton Avenue
Pleasanton CA

Kumu Hula Association of Northern California
http://www.kumuhulaassociation.com presents: "21st Annual Hawaiian
May Day Festival". Saturday May 6, 2006, 9:00am - 6:00pm. Featuring:
Hawaiian Entertainment by Local Hula Halau and Musicians - Arts &
Crafts Booths and Food Booths. Price: Free , Fairgrounds Entrance
Fee: $5.00 Teens and Adults - Free Children 12 years old and under ,
Fairgrounds Parking Fee: $8.00

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Pau Summah Bash 2005 - Photos

Ron — Thu, 15 Sep 2005 03:51:47 GMT

See the photos I took at the 2005 "Pau Summah Bash" at
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c690939.html
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net

The 2005 "Pau Summah Bash" was presented at Swiss Park in Newark CA
on September 10, 2005 by the Ka Ehu Kai Hawaiian Band
http://kaehukai.com

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One haole's perspective on Kamehameha Schools' Dilemma

brynarose — Thu, 08 Sep 2005 23:26:37 GMT

Kama'aina Haoles of all Races,

I think it is very important to recognize that:
JUST BECAUSE A LAW SAYS YOU CAN DO SOMETHING DOESN'T MEAN YOU SHOULD... HAVE TO... OR WILL!

just cause haoles now have some official allowance to take advantage of a hawaiian institution, doesn't mean we should!

DISCRETION IS THE DUTY OF AN INFORMED CITIZEN ON THIS PLANET.

i can buy a gun- but i won't.
i can buy limitless amounts of alcohol, and get all bus- but i won't.
i can dump rubbish in back roads places and not get caught- but i won't.
i can pour chemicals in my yard- but i won't.
i can buy a mini-mansion and restrict beach access to locals- but i won't.
i can send my future kids to kamehameha- but i sure as hell won't.

you know why? cause i can also send them to punahou/waldorf/catholic schools/charter schools, etc. where they will also get a quality education. my social and economic background puts me in a position where i have more choices than your average hawaiian in Waianae or Waimanalo (where, i believe, the majority of kamehameha applicants live). most native hawaiians (especially in Waimanalo, where there are no local charter schools, i believe) depend solely on kamehameha schools in order to access quality education. this is the case as long as the DOE continues to provide obstacles to charter schools becoming a viable and sustainable alternative to the over-institutionalization of the public schools in hawaii. until there is accessible, and funded, community based education in every community kamehameha schools is the only option for many, if not most hawaiians.

and since we're in their country, we should support and encourage their access to a quality education. no it's not 'should', it's 'must'- our future depends on their strong leadership (a.k.a. education), because without strong hawaiians there is no strong hawai'i (why does this seem so obvious?). and i know from experience that strong hawaiians are not inherently haole haters (i think some of you guys worry about getting kicked out if they get too much power, get over it! that's paranoia and it has more to do with your own cultural issues and guilt over how you're using their land, if you act right/pono, then you have nothing to fear), hawaiians have more important things to worry about, like feeding their nation and getting their water rights back. haoles have already wasted hawaiians' time, money and energy by even introducing this issue to their already full table. let them focus on what's really important to them. enough of our issues.

and let us focus on making sure our haole keiki can access community based education and not have to send them to private schools to get a good education and personal attention. this whole kamehameha scandal has done a wonderful job of distracting from the fact the the DOE is illegally creating obstacles to the success of charter schools.... now that is our business!

Malama PONO,
Bryna

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Dragon Boat Festival & ATOA - Matahere, Aug 20, 2005 - Photos

Ron — Tue, 30 Aug 2005 16:03:48 GMT

See the photos I took at the "San Francisco International Dragon Boat
Festival" & the August 20, 2005 showing of ATOA's "Matahere, Eyes of
Disire" at
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c670802.html
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net

The the "San Francisco International Dragon Boat Festival" was
presented on Treasure Island in San Francisco CA on August 27 & 28,
2005. The polynesian dance group performing at the event was "A Touch
of Polynesia"
http://www.geocities.com/pikakestouchofpolynesia

The August 20, 2005 showing of "Matahere, Eyes of Disire" was
presented at ATOA (A Taste of Aloha) in San Francisco CA.
http://www.atoasf.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA

Photos 1 - 72 took on August 27, 2005 & Photos 121 - 138 took on
August 28, 2005 at the Dragon Boat Festival

Photos 74 - 120 took on August 27, 2005 at ATOA, A Taste of Aloha

***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****

Now showing at ATOA (A Taste of Aloha) , Matahere, Eyes of Desire
every Friday and Saturday. Dinner from 5:00pm - 7:00pm, Show time at
8:00pm.

Price: $48.OO

Price includes: Full Polynesian Meal & A heart pounding stage show
that takes you on a journey that you will never forget!!!!!

A Taste of Aloha
520 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

http://www.atoasf.com

RSVP Now! Call 510-675-0057

Event Photos:
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net

***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****

ATOA - A Taste of Aloha

A Taste of Aloha, a new restaurant in San Francisco that features
shows with Polynesian Dancers & Musicians. The show is A heart
pounding stage show that takes you on a journey that you will never
forget!!!!! The show is a Polyhesian Dance Review, which will visit
the islands of Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, New Zealand & Tonga.

ATOA (A Taste of Aloha) Now open for Lunch, Tuesday - Friday
11:00am - 2:30pm * Now open for Dinner Tuesday - Saturday
5:00pm - 8:00pm, * Shows: Friday & Saturday, Dinner is served
from 5:00pm - 8:00pm, Showtime is at 8:00pm.

Phone: 510-675-0057
http://www.atoasf.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA

A Taste of Aloha
520 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

Escolta Fine Arts

Artists: Kim Taylor Reece * Leo Hone * Garry Hostallero * McCormick *
Caroline R. Young * Barry Chall * Renee Dickerson. Escolta Fine Arts,
The finest in Hawaiian, Polynesian & Asian fine art.

http://www.escoltafinearts.com

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* NEW * Purchase Fine Art from "Escota Fine Arts" Online

Ron — Tue, 30 Aug 2005 15:47:11 GMT

*** NEW *** Purchase Fine Art by Kim Taylor Reece, Leo Hone, Peggy
Chun, Gary Hostallero, Caroline R. Young & many more artist from
"Escota Fine Arts" & "Finding Fine Art" at
http://www.findingfineart.com

Escolta Fine Arts
http://www.escoltafinearts.com

"Finding Fine Art" was created to provide fine art for your home or
office. We provide the finest framing in the country with the
expertise of "Escolta Fine Arts". "Escota Fine Arts" will lend their
years of experience in designing a frame worthy of your home or
office.

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San Francisco march in support of Kamehameha Schools - Photos

Ron — Mon, 22 Aug 2005 17:13:32 GMT

See the photos I took at the "San Francisco march in support of
Kamehameha Schools for Hawaiians" at
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c660894.html
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net

The "Ku I Ka Pono, Justice for Hawaiians, In support of Kamehameha
Schools for Hawaiians" March and Rally was presented in San Francisco
CA on August 20th 2005. The March was from the U.N. Plaza to the 9th
Circuit Court of Appeals, then returning to the U.N. Plaza for a
rally. http://www.justiceforhawaiians.net/home.html

A recent Federal court ruling threatens the unique educational and
cultural opportunity offered to Native Hawaiian children at Kamehameha
Schools, founded by the will of Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop in
1887. Since the 1893 overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom by agents and
citizens of the United States, Native Hawaiians have longed for
justice. Their culture, assets and traditions have since that time
been under attack.
http://www.ksbe.edu

Sponsors:

Kamehameha Schools Alumni Association of northern California
http://www.ksaanc.org

`ILIO`ULAOKALANI, Native Hawaiian Issues
http://www.ilio.org

APOP Hawaiian Cultural Center
http://www.apop.net

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NEWEST INFO: Aug. 20th SF March for Hawaiians

Fri, 12 Aug 2005 17:11:57 GMT

Aloha kakou,
If you have friends and relatives in the SF Bay Area, please ask them to come to this march and show their support! Mahalo!
--------

KU I KA PONO MARCH AND RALLY
(JUSTICE FOR HAWAIIANS)

KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS ALUMNI AND THOUSANDS OF HAWAIIANS AND PEOPLE WHO LOVE HAWAII
INVITE YOU TO A MARCH AND RALLY FOR

JUSTICE FOR HAWAIIANS
JUSTICE FOR KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS
STOPPING THE TAKING OF HAWAIIAN PROPERTY
HAWAIIAN UNITY TO SAVE OUR CULTURE AND ASSETS

WHERE: U.N. PLAZA MARKET & 7TH STREETS
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
WHEN: SATURDAY AUGUST 20, 2005 at 12:00 NOON

WE MARCH FROM THE U.N. PLAZA TO THE 9TH CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEALS RETURNING TO THE U.N. PLAZA FOR A RALLY.

Speakers: Dee Jay Mailer, CEO Kamehameha Schools, Nainoa Thompson, Trustee Kamehameha Schools, and many others who are outraged by the taking of Pauahi’s legacy given to the Hawaiian people for their education, and the threats made by adversaries of the Hawaiian people to take away the few remaining assets of the Hawaiians.

The U.N.Plaza is on Market St. in San Francisco between 7th and 8th Streets. Take the Civic Center exit for BART or Muni. Parking at Civic Center garage at 355 McAllister between Polk and Larkin, Performing Arts garage at 360 Grove St. at Gough, or the Fifth & Mission garage at 833 Mission between 4th and 5th Streets.

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Ku I Ka Pono March, Aug 20, 2005, San Francisco CA (Updated)

Ron — Wed, 17 Aug 2005 01:47:45 GMT

Ku I Ka Pono March – San Francisco

When

AUGUST 19,2005 - CANDLELIGHT VIGIL 9-9:30pm
Peace Pagoda in Nihonmachi (Japantown)
At the intersection of Buchanan and Post Streets
San Francisco

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AUGUST 20, 2005 - NOON - DOWNTOWN SAN FRANCISCO (U.N. PLAZA)

Where: We will START & END at the U.N. PLAZA (corner of 8th/market)
next to water fountain.

March Route: March across 7th street, march across Market on 7th
(right side of street) head toward mission - gather in front of 9th
circuit (Gathering Point #1) - go through our mele and then continue
our march. March across Mission, make a right - cross 7th and head
straight on mission (left side of mission), Make a right at 8th street
(right side of street) head to Market. Make a right at market and
gather (Gathering Point #2), go through our mele and then head to 7th
again. Cross 7th street back to U.N. Plaza. We need help from the kane
(men) ages 30-40 to be at all of the intersections helping us abide by
the traffic lights. We will not leave anybody behind and will wait for
everybody to gather before we resume (we are not in a rush –
safety first)

Parking: Please plan ahead for parking – Mission St. Garage
(between 4th/5th)

BART: The "Civic Center" station for BART and Muni will get you to
Market and 8th -- walk west one block (up market) to the U.N. Plaza.

What: Protest march and rally in support of Kamehameha schools and all
things Hawaiian. – Organized Speeches/March/Pule/Oli. This is not
a show/performance - the mele/oli/hula are meant for unification.

Gentle but important reminder: We would like to have a pono march.
Please keep signage to slogans such as "Education for Hawaiians,"
"Justice for Hawaiians," "Hawaiian Unity," and the like. We will have
flyers from the Kamehameha Schools with educational information about
the admissions policy as well as historic information on Hawaii to
hand out to media and interested passersby.

What to Wear: Red/Black clothing (kihei/pareo/shirt etc..) bring
banners/signs (no racist comments please), there will be "Ku i Ka
Pono" shirts for purchase $10-15 (limited supply)., this event is
meant to unify - please wear prescribed prescribed colors to show
unity

What to bring: Pu (conch shell), pu`ohe (bamboo trumpet), bamboo with
red/black ribbon to wave, Hawaiian flag, red kihei, red hanaka
(hankerchief), water, mat (to sit), kumu's please bring your pahu,

Organizers: Noelani Jai - alohajai@socal.rr.com - phone: 714-847-2977

Program: Kawika Alfiche - kawikaalfiche@hotmail.com - phone:
650-588-1091 Media/PR Contact: Keith Kamisugi – keith@keithpr.com
– phone: 415-876-0589

Updated Info & Upcoming Meetings:
http://spaces.msn.com/members/kuikaponosf

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Fwd: [imua69] KU'E UPDATE!

Ron — Thu, 11 Aug 2005 04:09:09 GMT

--- In Hula-Girls@yahoogroups.com, Sheri Adams <hulaimua@yahoo.com>
wrote:

ALOHA KE AKUA
Proverbs 3:6
SHERILYN J.K. ADAMS©™

Aloha Kakou e 693rs,

I just got this in.......this is the latest update on the San
Francisco action scheduled for August 20th. Andy wassup with the
charter flight that Walter is getting for everyone? Inquiry minds want
to know.....Aloha aina e malama
pono...............kale

Subject: IMPORTANT: Venue Change for Aug. 20; Pule for John Doe

Dear August 20 'ohana,

I want to extend my aloha pumehana to all of you -- your support and
enthusiasm for the August 20 rally has been tremendous! We are now
expecting hundreds to "e holopono me ka lokahi" - move forward with
righteousness and unity!

This e-mail contains important information so please forward as far
and wide as the original flyer so that all who want to participate
will know where/how to find us on August 20. Mahalo!

(1) Venue change: to accommodate the larger crowd, the need for a
sound system, and parking issues, we have changed the starting and
ending locations. Please spread the word! We will START AT THE
NINTH CIRCUIT COURT BUILDING at 95-7th St. (cross street is Mission)
in San Francisco. The "Civic Center" station for BART and Muni will
get you to Market and 7th -- walk one block south toward Mission. If
you're driving, there should be ample parking in the city lots on
Mission and 5th St. We will march FROM the Ninth Circuit and END AT
U.N. PLAZA , corner of 8th and Market. This venue can accommodate a
much larger crowd, and because of its location in
the heart of San Francisco, we are more likely to garner attention.

(2) Gentle but important reminder: Along those lines, I want to
encourage us in advance to remember that we want to draw attention
for a pono march and rally. Please keep signage to slogans such as
"Education for Hawaiians," "Justice for Hawaiians," "Hawaiian Unity,"
and the like. We will have flyers from the Kamehameha Schools with
educational information about the admissions policy to hand out to
media and interested passersby. Let's make sure the judiciary (many
of whom likely live in the Bay Area) have a completely positive
impression of us when the full panel convenes to
reconsider Doe vs. Kamehameha.

(3) Speaking of John Doe...Yesterday while taking communion I felt
Akua's Spirit pressing on my heart with this strong message: "Pray
for John Doe." Indeed, in all of my prayers this past week over this
gut-wrenching situation, I have neglected to pray for John Doe and
his family. I know this might sound strange (even offensive to some)
to ask us to pray along these lines. However, I ask us to remember
that Princess Pauahi was a follower of Jesus, and He taught that we
are to love, forgive and even BLESS our enemies. Even in our hurt
and anger over this injustice, let's pray as He did on the cross (the
Ultimate injustice), "Father, forgive them for they don't know what
they are doing." And may Akua show us where we, too, have blind
spots which endeavor to separate us from His perfect will for us and
for our people Ultimately, pray with me that Akua's maluhia and
ho'oponopono will reign in our hearts, in John Doe's supporters'
hearts, and in our beloved islands.

Mahalo for spreading the word, and for allowing me to speak openly on
these matters. I look forward to this gathering of our 'ohana! See
you at the Ninth Circuit Court building at noon on the 20th!

Me ke aloha pumehana,
Noelani (Loo) Jai, KSBE '83
alohajai@socal.rr.com
(714)847-2977
Event Coordinator

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San Francisco Aloha Festival 2005, Photos

Ron — Tue, 09 Aug 2005 15:08:07 GMT

See the photos I took at the "2005 San Francisco Aloha Festival" at
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c645410.html
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The 11th Annual San Francisco Aloha Festival 2005, was presented in
San Francisco CA on August 6 & 7, 2005 by the The Pacific Islander's
Cultural Association http://www.pica-org.org

San Francisco Aloha Festival, Photos
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through education the histories, cultures and traditions of all
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will be greatly appreciated and will assist PICA in achieving its
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E Pili Kakou I Ho`okahi Lahui, Sept 16, 17 & 18, 2005, Sacramento CA

Ron — Tue, 09 Aug 2005 15:03:55 GMT

Aloha!

The "Ka Laua`e Foundation" presents the 8th annual "E Pili Kakou I
Ho`okahi Lahui"

E Pili Kakou I Ho`okahi Lahui Hula Retreat is coming to Sacramento!
http://www.epilikakou.org

Friday Saturday Sunday, September 16th 17th & 18th, 2005 - Doubletree
Hotel Sacramento, 2001 Point West Way, Sacramento, CA 95815

Workshops in oli, hula kahiko, hula `auana and ka wa kahiko, taught by
some of Hawai`i's most distinguished kumu hula. Arts and crafts sale
and evening performances add to this wonderful 3-day event that all
are sure to enjoy.

"Let's join together as one body of people", from all corners of the
world and all of Hawai'i Nei, to promote, share, and perpetuate
Hawai'i's rich culture and heritage by sustaining and further
educating all who are practitioners and enthusiasts of the hula.

Presenters Sacramento 2005:

Auntie Mae Kamamalu Klein - 2005 Honoree

Pohai Souza, O`ahu

George Holokai, O`ahu

Frank Kawaikapuokalani Hewett, O`ahu

Sonny Ching, O`ahu

Charles Kaupu, Mau`i

Kealoha Kalama, Oahu

Maka Herrod, O`ahu

Keali`i Ceballos, California

Greg Lontayao, O`ahu

Chinky Mahoe, O`ahu

Ku`ualohanui Kauli`a, Maui

Rich Pedrina, O`ahu

Special Guest Presenters:

Aumtie Mary Lou Kekuewa

Auntie Paulette Kahalepuna

Michael Kop

Registration:
http://www.epilikakou.org/register.htm

E Pili Kakou Event Schedule:
http://www.epilikakou.org/epilischeduleSAC05.pdf
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WHY PARTICIPATE IN E PILI KAKOU I HO'OKAHI LAHUI HULA RETREAT?

To bring together all practitioners & followers of hula as one body
of people in the perpetuation of hula as an art form in a
noncompetitive, nurturing environment.

Promote acceptance and understanding of all styles of hula.

Enlightenment in various areas of Hawaiian culture & heritage
through hula (i.e. language, protocol & ethics).

A time to make new friends.

To build and promote the aloha spirit.

Create lasting bonds among all participants through a spiritual
understanding in hula.

Contact info:

Sandra "Palikea" Ane 916-419-3374 epilikakou@aol.com

Media Contact
Sandra "Palikea" Ane 916-419-3374 epilikakou@aol.com

For updated information, please visit our website at
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15,000 Hawaiians and supporters march in Honolulu

Ron — Mon, 08 Aug 2005 06:20:54 GMT

http://starbulletin.com/breaking/breaking.php?id=3685

Star-Bulletin
Breaking News

Saturday, August 6, 2005

Hawaiians and supporters march in Honolulu

About 15,000 protest appels court decision

Associated Press

Blowing conch shells and chanting Hawaiian
prayers, some 15,000 people marched through
downtown Honolulu this morning to protest a
federal court ruling striking down Kamehameha
Schools' Hawaiians-only admissions policy as
unlawful.

The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in San
Francisco ruled 2-1 on Tuesday that the private
school's policy of admitting only native
Hawaiians amounted to "unlawful race
discrimination" even though the school receives
no federal funding.

The school has defended the exclusive policy as a
remedy to socio-economic and educational
disadvantages Hawaiians' have suffered since the
1893 U.S.-backed overthrow of the Hawaiian
monarchy.

"Our hearts have bled in these past four days,"
Michael Chun, headmaster at the school's main
Kapalama campus on Oahu, told the massive crowd
blanketing the courtyard surrounding Iolani
Palace - the former residence of the Hawaiian
Kingdom's last two monarchs.

"We must stand together to focus and right this
wrong," Chun said. "March tall, march proud,
march strong."

Introducing herself as a "haole" and "a
non-Hawaiian," Gov. Linda Lingle said the court's
decision was "not just."

The Kamehameha Schools were established under the
1883 will of a Hawaiian princess. About 5,100
Hawaiian and part-Hawaiian students from
kindergarten through 12th grade attend the three
campuses, which are partly funded by a trust now
worth $6.2 billion. Admission is highly prized in
Hawaii because of the quality of education and
the relatively low cost.

Non-Hawaiians may be admitted if there are
openings after Hawaiians who meet the criteria
have been offered admission.

The lawsuit against the school was brought by an
unidentified non-Hawaiian student who was turned
down for admission in 2003.

Overturning a lower court's opinion, a
three-judge panel at the 9th U.S. Circuit found
that the school's admission policies are illegal
because they operate "as an absolute bar to
admission of those of the non-preferred race."

Kamehameha Schools has said it will seek a review
of the case before the full 9th U.S. Circuit
Court of Appeals and the U.S. Supreme Court. An
injunction to order the teenager be accepted at
the school has been filed by the boy's attorneys
and is pending.

Today's march, which brought together toddlers,
children, parents, and grandparents all wearing
red shirts, culminated at the Royal Mausoleum, a
cemetery where Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop,
the founder of the school, is buried.

© 2005 Honolulu Star-Bulletin -- http://starbulletin.com

http://the.honoluluadvertiser.com/article/2005/Aug/06/br/br04p.html/?print=on

The Honolulu Advertiser
Posted at 12:47 p.m., Saturday, August 6, 2005

Thousands march in support of Native Hawaiians

By Advertiser staff

A wave of Hawaiian flags, many carried by Native
Hawaiians in traditional Hawaiian garb and
blowing conch shells, led a sea of 10,000 to
12,000 walkers draped in red yesterday who took
part in the Kamehameha Schools Doe Decision
Observance rally.

The rally and march were in protest of a federal
appeals court ruling earlier this week that
Kamehameha Schools' practice of giving admissions
preference to students of Hawaiian blood violates
federal civil rights laws, first passed in 1866,
barring private institutions from discriminating
on the basis of race.

The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals released its 2-1 decision on Tuesday.

Though Native Hawaiians' initial reaction to the
decision ranged from anger to tears and dismay,
this morning's rally was a testament of Native
Hawaiian unity in the fight to preserve
Kamehameha's admissions policy.

Sergeant William Axt of the Honololulu police
department estimated the parade of supporters to
be 10,000 to 12,000 strong of "very well-behaved
people."

While some marchers at the front of the pack wore
traditional malo (loincloth), kihei (cape) and
kikepa (sarong); many others dressed in red, as
requested by organizers, to show their support.

The march started with a two-hour rally at the
'Iolani Palace, with many supporters setting up
on the lawn hours earlier.

The parade started from the palace grounds at
10:30 a.m., with so many participants that it
took more than 25 minutes for the grounds to
empty onto King Street. At one point, supporters
stretched from the Palace gates around the corner
on Nu'uanu Street all the way mauka to Vineyard
Boulevard en route to the Royal Mausoleum.

Some of the marchers were kupuna (elders), pushed
in wheelchairs by relatives. Alongside these were
mothers pushing babystrollers. The sight
illustrated how generations of Native Hawaiians
came together this morning to show support for
the schools.

Two lanes of King Street were held open during
the march. Some passersby honked in support,
drawing cheers from the walkers, many of whom
chanted "Ua mau ke ea o ka 'aina i ka pono" (The
life of the land is preserved in righteousness.)
- Hawai'i's motto - as they walked.

© COPYRIGHT 2005 The Honolulu Advertiser, a division of Gannett Co. Inc.

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Leis and Lies: Why Hawai'i & Iraq Are Birds of A Feather

Ron — Thu, 04 Aug 2005 03:56:09 GMT

Leis and Lies: Why Hawaii and Iraq are Birds of a
Feather How the American government invaded a foreign country
for its own purposes and got away with it... Aloha
from Hawaii. By Matt Hutaff Apr 5, 2004

A group of wealthy industrialists conspiring to topple
a nation's government for their own selfish interests
is hardly surprising. Given the "corporate
sponsorship" of the current presidential
administration as well as Dick Cheney's ties to
Halliburton, it's clear that companies such as Enron
work best when they call the shots in the White
House.

The current situation in Iraq is one example. Hawaii,
supposedly our 50th state, is another.

The story of how Hawaii was overthrown and passed to
the American government like a two-dollar whore is one
of the saddest ongoing act in modern U.S. history.
Hawaiian independence is something few Americans know
little about because the truth is disturbing, and most
would prefer to keep Hawaii's image one of tourism, of
hula dances and coconut milk.

The fact is, however, that Hawaii is not legally a
state and never has been. It was conquered
clandestinely by a group of sugar peddlers looking to
eliminate their export tariff, and passed into
America's hands illegally. That problem has never been
rectified.

It's time to change that.

In the 19th century, Hawaii's importance was twofold –
the warm humid climate allowed vast sugar plantations
to corner the market, and its location in the Pacific
allowed friendly nations to maintain a naval advantage
in the region. However, as Hawaii was a recognized
sovereign nation under its own right (a sentiment
echoed by the United States in 1826), American
businessmen found themselves paying to import their
goods to North America. A shadow organization called
the Hawaiian League was set up by lawyer Lorrin
Thurston with the goal of eliminating the tariffs…
which meant controlling the tiny kingdom.

Hawaiian king Kalakaua – an elected monarch, not a
hereditary ruler - was forced by this minority into
signing what is known as the Bayonet Constitution
(literally signed at gunpoint), which installed the
League members to theCabinet, affording them with all
the power and forcing the king into a figurehead
position. This group of 400 men then restricted the
ability to vote to all but the wealthiest people on
the islands, a limitation that coincidentally robbed
practically all natives of the right of
self-government.

When Kalakaua died and his sister Lili`uokalani'
assumed the throne, Thurston formed an Annexation Club
with the express purpose of overthrowing the queen and
installing Americans in power. As if the idea of a
group of rich white guys taking over a country wasn't
disturbing enough, Thurston's communiqués with
Washington, D.C. found a supportive ear in no less
than President Benjamin Harrison. "You will find an
exceedingly sympathetic administration here," Harrison
wrote to Thurston.

Lili`uokalani' attemped to revoke the restrictive
constitution put in play by the Hawaiian League
Cabinet members, which, in a bitterly ironic move,
they condemned as fostering "a revolutionary act."
Thurston then called upon American minister (and
avowed annexationist) John Stevens to unload American
troops illegally from the warship USS Boston, then in
port, to quell any dissent and prop up a new
provisional government. In doing so, Stevens approved
the American invasion of a foreign nation, an act of
war by any other name. To further the point of the
illegal nature of the operation, Stevens had no
authority to order the troops anywhere!

With the queen under the control of the provision
authority, Sanford Dole (of the Dole Pineapple
dynasty) took over the duties of ushering in
annexation legislation to the U.S. government. Grover
Cleveland's personal attempts to restore
Lili`uokalani' to her throne met with failure, his
eloquent speeches to Congress declaring "military
demonstration upon the soil of Honolulu was of itself
an act of war" only staving off annexation until his
successor, William McKinley, took office. Two attempts
by the people of Hawaii to restore their rightful
government to power met only with death and fines for
the insurgents.

29,000 native Hawaiians signed petitions denouncing
annexation. They were never seen by the Senate, the
issue never put to a popular vote. Even though
Congress had no legal authority to do so (having no
legal standing in a foreign country, which is what
Hawaii was, even under the provisional government),
that's what it did in 1898. The will of the people had
been overturned in the interests of profit and
strategic military operations.

61 years later, Hawaiian was a non self-governing
territory under Article 73 of the United Nations
charter. Under the charter, such territories were
supposed to be given three options for governance –
remain a territory, become part of its trustee nation
(a state in the U.S.) or become independent. Hawaii's
vote was missing the third option in 1959, denying the
people the chance to self-govern again.

The UN stated that Hawaii's statehood is in violation
of its charter. The United States Justice Department
has confirmed that Hawaii's 1898 annexation wasn't
under the authority of Congress and is therefore
illegal. The United States government even signed into
law Public Law 103-150 acknowledging not only its
illegal overthrow of the Hawaiian government but that
Hawaiians never surrendered their sovereignty.

Hawaii is, by the United States' own admission, an
independent nation. So why hasn't the federal
government given Hawaiians the chance to choose for
once and for all the fate of the islands? Granted, in
the more than one hundred years since the annexation
the ethnic heritage of Hawaii has been diluted, and
those who live there may overwhelmingly support the
option to legally become a state. So why not allow a
vote? Is the status quo so important? Justice delayed
is justice denied.

Looking at the "provisional authority" in Iraq, it's
fairly obvious that the United States doesn't want to
take any chances. It certainly won't with a state that
brings in major tourism revenues. How big of a black
eye would it be on the international scene to have a
state leave the union, after all?

Organizations like the Nation of Hawaii have been
promoting the idea of Hawaiian independence for years.
As one of the most culturally rich and diverse
regions in the world, it's important to let our own
citizens chart their own path.

Will the United States grant more rights in the end to
war-torn Iraq than to a nation that has literally
spent two centuries bending over backwards for
American interests?

Let Hawaii decide its own fate, lest we show what
hypocrites we really are.

Mahalo.

=====
www.Hawaii-Nation.org

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[Fwd: Group re-enacts 1843 replacing of Union Jack with Hawaiian flag

Ron — Thu, 04 Aug 2005 03:46:53 GMT

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Subject: [hawaii-nation] Group re-enacts 1843 replacing of Union Jack
with Hawaiian flag
Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2005 21:10:08 -1000
From: Hawaii Nation Info <info@hawaii-nation.org>
To: hawaii-nation@yahoogroups.com

http://www.westhawaiitoday.com/articles/2005/08/01/local/local02.prt

West Hawaii Today
August 1, 2005

Group re-enacts 1843 replacing of Union Jack with Hawaiian flag

by Betsy Tranquilli
btranquilli@westhawaiitoday.com

In Honolulu, there were organized speeches,
presentations, marches, music rallies and
flag-raising.

On the Big Island, things were more subdued,
although just as reverent. The independence group
Huakai I Na Aina Mauna and a few independent
observers made the trek Sunday to the summit of
Mauna Kea. They lugged large bamboo poles, while
the sound of conch shells echoed behind them.

As the group of 25 made it to the peak, laboring
for air at the nearly 14,000-foot elevation and
bundling up to block the brisk wind, they
prepared for the day's purpose -- to commemorate
Ka La Hoihoi Ea, or Sovereignty Restoration Day,
a former national holiday under the Hawaiian
Monarch.

"We're here with a very special purpose," Ku
Ching said, addressing the crowd. "On July 31,
this very day in Honolulu at Thomas Square, Adm.
Richard Thomas took down the Union Jack and put
back the Hawaiian flag. ... Today we re-enact the
same thing."

For more than a decade, Hawaiians have gathered
on July 31 to raise the colors of the Hawaiian
Nation, often in place of the American Flag, to
recognize the day in 1843 when British Adm.
Richard Thomas ordered the Hawaiian flag raised
and the kingdom restored after five months of
British rule on the islands.

Following Thomas' order to restore sovereignty to
the kingdom under London's new law that 'native
government be treated with forbearance and
courtesy, and their laws and customs be
respected,' King Kamehamea III proclaimed a
10-day holiday and July 31 became an annually
celebrated holiday.

In the past decade, the observance of Sovereignty
Restoration Day has taken on new significance for
Hawaiians seeking independence from the United
States.

"I'm trying to educate my children on the true
history of Hawaii," Waimea resident Issac Hart
said while making offerings at the summit's
alter, as his son Jacob Cherish and niece Pua
stood behind him carrying the Hawaii state flag
upside-down in protest.

"It's the history not taught in public schools.
Hopefully, it will set an example for the U.S. to
follow the example of the British to restore the
Hawaiian nation."

But looking out over the green and yellow
landscape of the Big Island, Sunday's ceremony
had another purpose aside from calling for
Hawaiian sovereignty.

The only speech of the day was delivered by
Kailua-Kona resident Allen Hoe, father of Army
1st Lt. Nainoa K. Hoe, who was killed Jan. 22 in
Mosul, Iraq by a sniper as he led a foot patrol.

Hoe, a Vietnam veteran, told the group of his
family's proud warrior ancestry, a lineage his
son carried with him proudly while serving in the
military. He spoke of the 17 men he lost in
Vietnam, eight of whom are still missing, and how
he never thought he would be able to understand
those families pain and loss until he lost Nainoa.

"I thought I knew what it was to be a soldier,"
said Hoe, fighting back tears. "I thought I knew
what it was to be brave, what it was to put on
this face. And then I learned to be a father.
...Thirty-seven years ago, I lost 17 guys and
every day since then I thought about them and
their families. Until January, I could not
imagine what they were going through."

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Fwd: Saturday, August 6 -- A Day of Unity

Ron — Thu, 04 Aug 2005 03:40:53 GMT

--- In Hula-Girls@yahoogroups.com, Sheri Adams <hulaimua@yahoo.com> wrote:

ALOHA KE AKUA
Proverbs 3:6
SHERILYN J.K. ADAMS©™

Aloha Everyone,

Please forward this to everyone Hawaiian and non-Hawaiian.

Meet 10:30 a.m. at Hale Halawai to pule and go over the plan for the day.

WEAR RED

Make signs, positive ones i.e.
'Justice for Hawaiians'
'Hu'e'
'Kamehameha Schools for Hawaiians'
'IMUA KAMEHAMEHA'
'Stop Stealing our Hawaiian Inheritance'
'Hawaiian Rights '
'MAKE STRONG'

Please stay positive. This will be a peaceful demonstration of our support for Hawaiian Rights and programs.

West Hawai`i – Hale Halawai (parking lot across the street)

10:30 a.m. March through Kailua to `Ahu`ena Heiau

Ho`okupu ceremony at heiau at 12 noon

Call Lehua or Eloise, 322-5402

ALOHA KE AKUA
Proverbs 3:6
SHERILYN J.K. ADAMS©™

From: CEO MESSAGE <ceomessage@ksbe.edu>
Date: Wed Aug 3, 2005 6:45 pm
Subject: Saturday, August 6 -- A Day of Unity
To: "CEO Message" <CEOmessage@ksbe.edu>
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Aloha Kakou:

Mahalo nui loa for the outpouring of support we have received since the announcement of the adverse ruling by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. We find strength in many sources, including our faith, our Princess, and the legacy she left for her people. We are also truly grateful for your messages of hope, unity and strength.

Please join us this Saturday, August 6, at various locations around the state to celebrate Hawaiian unity and strength, and the reaffirmation of our commitment to improving the capability and well-being of Native Hawaiians. Here are all the events:

`Oahu: `Iolani Palace grounds

Gathering -- 8:00 a.m.

Unity March to Mauna `Ala -- 10:30 a.m.

Parking available on the street or City/State lots in the area (limited handicapped parking on King St. Kupuna and handicapped drop-off at Richards St. and King St. gates.

Call 523-6200

Maui: Maui Community College (lawn facing Ka`ahumanu Ave.)

Rally and sign waving to follow -- 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Call Lokelani, 572-3203

Hawai`i: East Hawai`i – Kamehameha Schools Hawai`i Campus, Koai`a Gymnasium

Prayer Service Fellowship – 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.

Call Carol, 982-0008

West Hawai`i – Hale Halawai (parking lot across the street)

10:30 a.m. March through Kailua to `Ahu`ena Heiau

Ho`okupu ceremony at heiau at 12 noon

Call Lehua or Eloise, 322-5402

Kaua`i: King Kaumuali`i Elementary School Cafeteria

Informational Meeting – 4:00 p.m. and rally to follow

Call Donna or Ku`ulei, 245-8070

Moloka`i: Kulana `Oiwi Halau

Informational Meeting, pule and mele – 4:30 pm

Call Louise or Ron, 553-3673

Visit www.ksbe.edu “Doe v. KS” banner for more information.

I mua Kamehameha!

Dee Jay Mailer

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Nihonmachi Street Fair, August 13 & 14 2005, San Francisco CA

Ron — Tue, 26 Jul 2005 16:16:25 GMT

Saturday and Sunday, August 13th & 14th 2005, 11:00am - 6:00pm in San
Francisco's Japantown. Located on Post Street between Laguna and
Fillmore Streets.

The Nihonmachi Street Fair is a celebration of the many diverse Asian
and Pacific American communities here in the Bay Area. It is a place
where one can taste and learn about the various cultures. This year
the Nihonmachi Street Fair welcomes new as well as returning perfomers
to our stage. Make sure you grab a seat in front of the stage to
witness live Asian, Pacifici Islander as well as long time Street Fair
entertainers perform!
http://www.nihonmachistreetfair.org

Please visit the "Escolta Fine Arts" vendors booth at the 2005
Nihonmachi Street Fair!!!!!

Artists: Kim Taylor Reece * Leo Hone * Garry Hostallero * McCormick *
Caroline R. Young * Barry Chall * Renee Dickerson. Escolta Fine Arts,
The finest in Hawaiian, Polynesian & Asian fine art.

http://www.EscoltaFineArts.com

***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****

Please visit the "Escolta Fine Arts" vendors booth at these upcoming
events.

San Francisco Aloha Festival

The 11th Annual San Francisco Aloha Festival, August 6 - 7, 2005,
(Saturday & Sunday) 10:00am - 5:00pm

San Francisco Presidio Parade Grounds
Lincoln Blvd at Graham St
San Francisco CA 94129

Meet "Kim Taylor Reece" at the "San Francisco Aloha Festival" in the
"Escolta Fine Arts" vendors booth !!!!

An Annual Polynesian Event.......The Pacific Islanders of the San
Francisco Bay Area offer their talents in music and dance during this
free, , two-day festival of arts. Entertainment highlights include
Pacific Islander music as well as Polynesian dance. The festival will
also feature arts & crafts vendors, island cuisine, and educational
exhibits and workshops.
http://www.pica-org.org/AlohaFest/index.html

Nihonmachi Street Fair, San Francisco CA

Saturday and Sunday, August 13th & 14th 2005, 11:00am - 6:00pm in San
Francisco's Japantown. Located on Post Street between Laguna and
Fillmore Streets.

The Nihonmachi Street Fair is a celebration of the many diverse Asian
and Pacific American communities here in the Bay Area. It is a place
where one can taste and learn about the various cultures.
http://www.nihonmachistreetfair.org

E Hula Mau 2005

Long Beach Performing Arts Center
Terrace Theater
300 East Ocean Boulevard
Long Beach CA 90802

Na Mamo prouldly presents E Hula Mau, Southern California's Eleventh
Annual Hula & Chant Competition. Held over Labor Day Weekend,
September 2nd, 3rd, & 4th 2005. http://namamo.org/ehm

South Bay fall Home & Garden Show

Sept 9, 10 & 11, 2005

Santa Clara Convention Center
5001 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA

Welcome to the South Bay Fall Home & Garden Show. Discover the newest,
most innovative products and services for remodeling, decorating or
landscaping your home. The show features over 300 exhibits and experts
on-hand to offer advice and new ideas on projects for inside and
outside your home.
http://www.southbayhomeshow.com/fallvisitors/index.html

Pau Summah Bash

Saturday, September 10, 2005, 12:00noon - 10:00pm

Swiss Park
5911 Mowry Ave
Newark, CA 94560

FEATURING:
Ka Ehu Kai Hawaiian Band * Lady of Hawaii, Aunty Darlene Ahuna *
Na Mamo O Ke Anuenue A Kamakani * Halau 'O Keikiali'i * Ka Liko Pua O
Kalania Kea * Toreau te Matal * Kaulana Na Pua O Hawaii Ke Ola Loa,
Polynesian Dance Studio * E Hula Mai Me Kealiiluahine * Eono Kane
Hawaiian Band * One under Two * Aloha Brewed * shawn Felipe * Joey
Guila * Guila's Hawaiian Kick Boxing.
http://kaehukai.com

15th ANNUAL LAS VEGAS HO'OLAULE'A 2005

September 17-18, 2005, Lorenzi Park 9:00am -6:00pm

Lorenzi Park
3333 West Washington Ave
Las Vegas NV

Come join us for Entertainment, Food and Crafts!
Over 100 vendors selling Hawaiian crafts and "onolicious" island food.
Live stage entertainment all day by local and visiting halaus.
Scholarship raffle tickets for sale at $1.00 ea. There are many prizes
from participating festival vendors and sponsors.

Las Vegas Hawaiian Civic Club, P.O. Box 29237, Las Vegas, NV
89126-9237 , Phone: 702-382-6939, E-mail: info@lvhcc.org ,
Website: http://lvhcc.org/Hoolaulea.html

San Diego Pacific Islander Festival

Saturday, September 24 & Sunday, September 25 Ski Beach, Mission Bay
, Ingraham Street off Sea World Drive, Ski Beach in Mission Bay, San
Diego CA 92109

Our festival is a two-day public education and cultural fair
promoting understanding and knowledge of the traditions, cultural
heritage and languages of the Pacific Islands. Authentic
entertainment, foods and crafts and festivities
http://www.pacificislanders.com

Auburn Home Show

Sept, 30th, Oct. 1st & 2nd

Gold Country Fairground
High Street & Pleasant Ave
Auburn CA

The Auburn Home Show has something for everyone: building and
remodeling, decorating and designing, gardening and landscaping, art,
craft and gourmet items. You get it all in a charming setting of
towering trees, lawn, flowers and pavilion tents.
http://auburnhomeshow.com/shows

Hawaiian Isle Festival Canoe Regatta, Henderson NV

Hawaiian Isles Festival Canoe Regatta, Saturday & Sunday October 22
& 23, 2005, 10:00am - 5:00pm , Montelago Village, Lake Las Vegas,
1600 Lake Las Vegas Parkway, Henderson NV,

Arts and craft and food vendors, South Pacific and Hawaiian "local"
cuisine, Music and Polynesian dance performances throughout the day,
and an awards presentation to follow races on Sunday, October 23.

Experience traditions of Hawaii, Polynesia and the South Pacific,
including the ancient art of outrigger canoeing. Come and watch crews
from California, Arizona & Hawaii compete!

Interested in participating as a Vendor, Entertainer or Volunteer?
Please send email to info@lvhcc.org or call 702-382-6939.
http://lvhcc.org/HawaiianIsleFestival.html

Ia 'Oe E Ka La Hula Festival 2005

November 4th, 5th & 6th 2005, Pleasanton CA

Kumu Hula Association of Northern California presents the "25th Annual
Ia 'Oe E Ka La Hula Festival & Competition". Young California Building
Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Avenue, Pleasanton CA *
Keiki * Wahine * Kane * Gracious Ladies * Kupuna * Musicians * Friday
November 4, 2005 Solo Competition 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm * Saturday
November 5, 2005 Group Competition 11:00 am - 6:00 pm * Sunday
November 6, 2005 Group Competition 11:00 am - 6:00 pm & Awards.
http://www.kumuhulaassociation.com

***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****

ATOA - A Taste of Aloha

A Taste of Aloha, a new restaurant in San Francisco that features
shows with Polynesian Dancers & Musicians. The show is A heart
pounding stage show that takes you on a journey that you will never
forget!!!!! The show is a Polyhesian Dance Review, which will visit
the islands of Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, New Zealand & Tonga.
Phone: 510-675-0057
http://www.atoasf.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA

ATOA (A Taste of Aloha) Now open for Lunch, Tuesday - Friday
11:00am - 2:30pm * Now open for Dinner Tuesday - Saturday
5:00pm - 8:00pm, * Shows: Friday & Saturday, Dinner is served
from 5:00pm - 8:00pm, Showtime is at 8:00pm.

A Taste of Aloha
520 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

Escolta Fine Arts & A Taste of Aloha, yahoo group

Please join the Escolta Fine Arts & A Taste of Aloha, yahoo group.
Find the latest information on events at "Escolta Fine Arts" in Union
City CA and ATOA "A Taste of Aloha" in San Francisco CA.

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA

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[Fwd: [hawaii-nation] Hawaiian Kingdom World Court Case DVD available online]

Ron — Wed, 03 Aug 2005 04:01:32 GMT

-------- Original Message --------
Subject: [hawaii-nation] Hawaiian Kingdom World Court Case DVD
available online
Date: Mon, 1 Aug 2005 10:29:25 -1000
From: Hawaii Nation Info <info@hawaii-nation.org>
To: hawaii-nation@yahoogroups.com

Larsen vs. Hawaiian Kingdom Arbitration

(Lance Larsen vs. Hawaiian Kingdom, 1999-2001)

DVD Mini-Documentary & Booklet

http://www.hawaiiankingdom.org/world-court-dvd.shtml

For the first time in history the Hawaiian Kingdom entered into
international arbitration with a Hawaiian national concerning the
violation of his civil rights by United States authorities. U.S.
authorities incarcerated Mr. Larsen for 30 days, 7 of which were in
solitary confinement, for adhering to Hawaiian Kingdom law while
resident in the Hawaiian Kingdom. Larsen, through counsel, alleged
the acting Government was responsible for his incarceration. A
3-member arbitration panel comprised of Prof. James Crawford, SC,
President, with associate members Prof. Christopher Greenwood, QC,
and Gavan Griffith, QC, would determine if Larsen had redress against
the acting Government for not protecting him. The significance of the
case was that the court verified Hawai`i to be an independent and
sovereign State, and that the case was a "legitimate" international
dispute, despite the United States deliberate non-participation in
the arbitration.

Case Description:
"At the center of the PCA proceeding was...that the Hawaiian Kingdom
continues to exist and that the Hawaiian Council of Regency
(representing the Hawaiian Kingdom) is legally responsible under
international law for the protection of Hawaiian subjects, including
the claimant. In other words, the Hawaiian Kingdom was legally
obligated to protect Larsen from the United States' 'unlawful
imposition [over him] of [its] municipal laws' through its political
subdivision, the State of Hawai`i. As a result of this
responsibility, Larsen submitted, the Hawaiian Council of Regency
should be liable for any international law violations that the United
States committed against him."-American Journal of International Law,
vol. 95, p. 928.

"Because international tribunals lack the power of joinder that
national courts enjoy, it is possible--as a result of procedural
maneuvering alone--for legitimate international legal disputes to
escape just adjudication. For example, in Larsen, the United States
commanded an enviable litigation posture: even though the United
States admitted its illegal overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom, it
repeatedly refused to consent to international arbitration"-American
Journal of International Law, vol. 95, p. 927.

Contents:
The Larsen v. Hawaiian Kingdom arbitration package contains a 32-page
booklet detailing the history of the Hawaiian Kingdom as an
independent state and the Larsen arbitration case, a 20 minute
mini-documentary filmed exclusively in The Hague, 3 power point
presentations, and copies of all documents filed with the court in
PDF format.

Donation:
To obtain a part of history, the arbitration package can be purchased
through PayPal for a donation of $30, includes shipping & handling,
to the Larsen Case Fund. All proceeds will be used for research and
legal expenses. Allow 2 weeks for delivery.

Visit the web page below and click the "Buy Now" button to purchase
securely with a credit card or checking account via PayPal.

You can also view a 26 second QuickTime preview clip (3.3MB).

http://www.hawaiiankingdom.org/world-court-dvd.shtml

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ATOA - Matahere, Eyes of Disire, July 30, 2005 - Photos

Ron — Sun, 31 Jul 2005 21:21:18 GMT

See the photos I took at the July 30, 2005 showing of ATOA's
"Matahere, Eyes of Disire" at
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c635791.html
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net

The July 30, 2005 showing of "Matahere, Eyes of Disire" was presented
at ATOA (A Taste of Aloha) in San Francisco CA.
http://www.atoasf.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA

***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****

Now showing at ATOA (A Taste of Aloha) , Matahere, Eyes of Desire
every Friday and Saturday. Dinner from 5:00pm - 7:00pm, Show time at
8:00pm.

Price: $48.OO

Price includes: Full Polynesian Meal & A heart pounding stage show
that takes you on a journey that you will never forget!!!!!

A Taste of Aloha
520 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

http://www.atoasf.com

RSVP Now! Call 510-675-0057

Event Photos:
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c506285.html
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c514995.html
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c558619.html
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c585439.html
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c593482.html

***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****

ATOA - A Taste of Aloha

A Taste of Aloha, a new restaurant in San Francisco that features
shows with Polynesian Dancers & Musicians. The show is A heart
pounding stage show that takes you on a journey that you will never
forget!!!!! The show is a Polyhesian Dance Review, which will visit
the islands of Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, New Zealand & Tonga.

ATOA (A Taste of Aloha) Now open for Lunch, Tuesday - Friday
11:00am - 2:30pm * Now open for Dinner Tuesday - Saturday
5:00pm - 8:00pm, * Shows: Friday & Saturday, Dinner is served
from 5:00pm - 8:00pm, Showtime is at 8:00pm.

Phone: 510-675-0057
http://www.atoasf.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA

A Taste of Aloha
520 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

Escolta Fine Arts

We offer you a complete fine-art solution for your home or business.
Our products range the spectrum of original works in various media to
the highest-quality reproductions. We offer a fully-equipped custom
framing shop and provide quality framing services to many other
galleries. Escolta Fine Arts, Union City, CA

Artists: Kim Taylor Reece * Leo Hone * Garry Hostallero * McCormick *
Caroline R. Young * Barry Chall * Renee Dickerson. Escolta Fine Arts,
The finest in Hawaiian, Polynesian & Asian fine art.

http://www.escoltafinearts.com

Escolta Fine Arts & A Taste of Aloha, yahoo group

Please join the Escolta Fine Arts & A Taste of Aloha, yahoo group.
Find the latest information on events at "Escolta Fine Arts" in Union
City CA and "A Taste of Aloha" in San Francisco CA.

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA

***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****

Please visit the "Escolta Fine Arts" vendors booth at these upcoming
events.

San Francisco Aloha Festival

The 11th Annual San Francisco Aloha Festival, August 6 - 7, 2005,
(Saturday & Sunday) 10:00am - 5:00pm

San Francisco Presidio Parade Grounds
Lincoln Blvd at Graham St
San Francisco CA 94129

Meet "Kim Taylor Reece" at the "San Francisco Aloha Festival" in the
"Escolta Fine Arts" vendors booth !!!!

An Annual Polynesian Event.......The Pacific Islanders of the San
Francisco Bay Area offer their talents in music and dance during this
free, , two-day festival of arts. Entertainment highlights include
Pacific Islander music as well as Polynesian dance. The festival will
also feature arts & crafts vendors, island cuisine, and educational
exhibits and workshops.
http://www.pica-org.org/AlohaFest/index.html

Nihonmachi Street Fair, San Francisco CA

Saturday and Sunday, August 13th & 14th 2005, 11:00am - 6:00pm in San
Francisco's Japantown. Located on Post Street between Laguna and
Fillmore Streets.

The Nihonmachi Street Fair is a celebration of the many diverse Asian
and Pacific American communities here in the Bay Area. It is a place
where one can taste and learn about the various cultures.
http://www.nihonmachistreetfair.org

E Hula Mau 2005

Long Beach Performing Arts Center
Terrace Theater
300 East Ocean Boulevard
Long Beach CA 90802

Na Mamo prouldly presents E Hula Mau, Southern California's Eleventh
Annual Hula & Chant Competition. Held over Labor Day Weekend,
September 2nd, 3rd, & 4th 2005. http://namamo.org/ehm

South Bay fall Home & Garden Show

Sept 9, 10 & 11, 2005

Santa Clara Convention Center
5001 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA

Welcome to the South Bay Fall Home & Garden Show. Discover the newest,
most innovative products and services for remodeling, decorating or
landscaping your home. The show features over 300 exhibits and experts
on-hand to offer advice and new ideas on projects for inside and
outside your home.
http://www.southbayhomeshow.com/fallvisitors/index.html

Pau Summah Bash

Saturday, September 10, 2005, 12:00noon - 10:00pm

Swiss Park
5911 Mowry Ave
Newark, CA 94560

FEATURING:
Ka Ehu Kai Hawaiian Band * Lady of Hawaii, Aunty Darlene Ahuna *
Na Mamo O Ke Anuenue A Kamakani * Halau 'O Keikiali'i * Ka Liko Pua O
Kalania Kea * Toreau te Matal * Kaulana Na Pua O Hawaii Ke Ola Loa,
Polynesian Dance Studio * E Hula Mai Me Kealiiluahine * Eono Kane
Hawaiian Band * One under Two * Aloha Brewed * shawn Felipe * Joey
Guila * Guila's Hawaiian Kick Boxing.
http://kaehukai.com

15th ANNUAL LAS VEGAS HO'OLAULE'A 2005

September 17-18, 2005, Lorenzi Park 9:00am -6:00pm

Lorenzi Park
3333 West Washington Ave
Las Vegas NV

Come join us for Entertainment, Food and Crafts!
Over 100 vendors selling Hawaiian crafts and "onolicious" island food.
Live stage entertainment all day by local and visiting halaus.
Scholarship raffle tickets for sale at $1.00 ea. There are many prizes
from participating festival vendors and sponsors.

Las Vegas Hawaiian Civic Club, P.O. Box 29237, Las Vegas, NV
89126-9237 , Phone: 702-382-6939, E-mail: info@l... ,
Website: http://lvhcc.org/Hoolaulea.html

San Diego Pacific Islander Festival

Saturday, September 24 & Sunday, September 25 Ski Beach, Mission Bay
, Ingraham Street off Sea World Drive, Ski Beach in Mission Bay, San
Diego CA 92109

Our festival is a two-day public education and cultural fair
promoting understanding and knowledge of the traditions, cultural
heritage and languages of the Pacific Islands. Authentic
entertainment, foods and crafts and festivities
http://www.pacificislanders.com

Auburn Home Show

Sept, 30th, Oct. 1st & 2nd

Gold Country Fairground
High Street & Pleasant Ave
Auburn CA

The Auburn Home Show has something for everyone: building and
remodeling, decorating and designing, gardening and landscaping, art,
craft and gourmet items. You get it all in a charming setting of
towering trees, lawn, flowers and pavilion tents.
http://auburnhomeshow.com/shows

Hawaiian Isle Festival Canoe Regatta, Henderson NV

Hawaiian Isles Festival Canoe Regatta, Saturday & Sunday October 22
& 23, 2005, 10:00am - 5:00pm , Montelago Village, Lake Las Vegas,
1600 Lake Las Vegas Parkway, Henderson NV,

Arts and craft and food vendors, South Pacific and Hawaiian "local"
cuisine, Music and Polynesian dance performances throughout the day,
and an awards presentation to follow races on Sunday, October 23.

Experience traditions of Hawaii, Polynesia and the South Pacific,
including the ancient art of outrigger canoeing. Come and watch crews
from California, Arizona & Hawaii compete!

Interested in participating as a Vendor, Entertainer or Volunteer?
Please send email to info@l... or call 702-382-6939.
http://lvhcc.org/HawaiianIsleFestival.html

Ia 'Oe E Ka La Hula Festival 2005

November 4th, 5th & 6th 2005, Pleasanton CA

Kumu Hula Association of Northern California presents the "25th Annual
Ia 'Oe E Ka La Hula Festival & Competition". Young California Building
Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Avenue, Pleasanton CA *
Keiki * Wahine * Kane * Gracious Ladies * Kupuna * Musicians * Friday
November 4, 2005 Solo Competition 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm * Saturday
November 5, 2005 Group Competition 11:00 am - 6:00 pm * Sunday
November 6, 2005 Group Competition 11:00 am - 6:00 pm & Awards.
http://www.kumuhulaassociation.com

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ATOA - Matahere: Eyes of Desire, Every Fri & Sat, San Francoico CA

Ron — Sat, 30 Jul 2005 01:10:51 GMT

Now showing only at ATOA (A Taste of Aloha) , Matahere, Eyes of Desire
every Friday and Saturday. Dinner from 5:00pm - 7:00pm, Show time at
8:00pm.

Price: $48.OO

Price includes: Full Polynesian Meal & A heart pounding stage show
that takes you on a journey that you will never forget!!!!!

A Taste of Aloha
520 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

http://www.atoasf.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA

RSVP Now! Call 510-675-0057

Event Photos:
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c506285.html
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c514995.html
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c558619.html
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c585439.html
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c593482.html

Flyer: http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/p12521921.html

ATOA - A Taste of Aloha

A Taste of Aloha, a new restaurant in San Francisco that features
shows with Polynesian Dancers & Musicians. The show is A heart
pounding stage show that takes you on a journey that you will never
forget!!!!! The show is a Polyhesian Dance Review, which will visit
the islands of Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, New Zealand & Tonga.

ATOA (A Taste of Aloha) Now open for Lunch, Tuesday - Friday
11:00am - 2:30pm * Now open for Dinner Tuesday - Saturday
5:00pm - 8:00pm, * Shows: Friday & Saturday, Dinner is served
from 5:00pm - 8:00pm, Showtime is at 8:00pm.

Phone: 510-675-0057
http://www.atoasf.com

A Taste of Aloha
520 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

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Ke Kulana He Mahu: Remembering A Sense Of Place

Alexandra — Fri, 29 Jul 2005 21:09:00 GMT

Ke Kulana He Mahu: Remembering A Sense Of Place

Directed by Kathryn Xian & Brent Anbe

Thursday, August 11, 2005 at 7:30pm

San Francisco LGBT Community Center
1800 Market Street @ Octavia
Please arrive early as seating is limited!

Co-presented by Asian & Pacific Islander Wellness Center, APIQWTC, Bay Area American Indian Two-Spirits, and United Territories of Polynesian Islanders Alliance.

This phenomenal documentary explores the lives of the Kanaka Maoli--Hawaii's indigenous people--and celebrates their ancient customs of unconditional
love and solidarity among the Mahu, transgender community members viewed with great respect at sacred healers. This spirit of aloha (love) lives on
in the drag queens and activists working to perpetuate Hawaii's traditions of acceptance and abundance for all.

Don’t miss this special FREE screening of this fascinating film followed by post-screening panel discussion!

With generous support from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences & the National Endowment for the Arts, Frameline proudly presents admission-free screenings at the San Francisco Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community Center at 7:30pm on the second Thursday of every month throughout 2005.

Please join us for the inaugural season of Frameline at The Center, a provocative series of films and discussions focusing on social issues of particular relevance to the LGBT community. For more info please visit: www.frameline.org

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Thanks again for your efforts, enthusiasm, and e-blasts—we sincerely appreciate your support!

Warm regards,

Desiree

Desiree Buford
Exhibition Manager

Frameline
145 Ninth Street, Suite 300
San Francisco, CA 94103
t: 415.703.8650 xt. 313
f: 415.861.1404
e: desiree@frameline.org

See you at
Frameline30
June 15-25, 2006

Changing the World, One Movie at a Time

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New Website "Polynesian Dance"

Ron — Mon, 25 Jul 2005 04:07:42 GMT

Aloha

Please visit my new website "Polynesian Dance"
http://tribes.tribe.net/polynesian_dance

ALOHA. Welcome to Polynesian Dance. This group is dedicated to the
preservation of the Hula dance and Hawaiian and Polynesian culture &
Hawaiian Sovereignty & Independence. Announce Upcoming Hula, Hawaiian
& Polynesian Events Worldwide. Discussion about all aspects of the
Hula dance & all Hawaiian issues. Observe different Hula Styles,
Hawaiian Hula both Ancient Hula (Kahiko) & Modern Hula (Auana),
Tahitian dance, Samoan dance, Maori dance. Too share ideas with Hula
dancers from around the world. Please join Polynesian Dance and make
this an wounderful club full of the Aloha Spirit!

Mahalo Ron

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"Escolta Fine Arts" Clearance Sale, July 30, 2005, Union City CA

Ron — Sat, 23 Jul 2005 01:30:43 GMT

"Escolta Fine Arts" Clearance Sale

Escolta Fine Arts is having the ultimate clearance sale this year. Get
huge discounts on art works by Otsuka, Caroline R. Young, Kim Taylor
Reece, Renoir, Gary Hostallero, Red Skeleton, Erte,Vargas, R.C.Gorman,
Doug Webb, Jerry Schurr, Alvar, Rothe, Pena, Azoulay and Jiang. Also
available are great deals on our collection of amazing sports
memorabilia. Free custom framing with artwork purchased. Come on down
and recieve tremendous savings on your favorite artist!

July 30, 2005
12:00 - 4:30 PM
29520 Kohoutek Way, Union City Ca. 9458

Make your RSVP now
CLICK HERE TO R.S.V.P.
http://www.escoltafinearts.com/invitation/clearance1b.php

or call (510) 675-0057

All purchases will recieve a complimentary dinner/show pass to our
restaurant ATOA, A Taste Of Aloha.

For more info please visit
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA/message/86
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA

Escolta Fine Arts
http://www.escoltafinearts.com

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Pau Summah Bash, September 10, 2005, Newark CA

Ron — Sat, 23 Jul 2005 01:28:19 GMT

UPDATED: New Groups Added!!!!!

Island Boy Productions Inc. presents:
Pau Summah Bash "E Ho'ohui Kakou" (We Shall Unite)

Saturday, September 10, 2005, 12:00noon - 10:00pm

Swiss Park
5911 Mowry Ave
Newark, CA 94560

FEATURING:

Ka Ehu Kai Hawaiian Band
http://kaehukai.com

Lady of Hawaii, Aunty Darlene Ahuna

Na Mamo O Ke Anuenue A Kamakani
http://www.namamookeanuenueakamakani.com
http://gallery43994.fotopic.net/c230146.html

Halau 'O Keikiali'i
http://www.keikialii.com
http://www.apop.net

Ka Liko Pua O Kalania Kea

Toreau te Matal

Kaulana Na Pua O Hawaii

Ke Ola Loa, Polynesian Dance Studio
http://keolaloa.com

E Hula Mai Me Kealiiluahine

Eono Kane Hawaiian Band
http://www.eonokane.com

One under Two

Aloha Brewed
http://www.alohabrewedband.com

shawn Felipe

Joey Guila

guila's Hawaiian Kick Boxing

Tickets Now on Sale

Tickets $28.00 presale
$35.00 at the door
$12.00 age 4 - 12
Ages 3 and under free

Purchase Ticket at:

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, 27328 Hesperian Blvd, Hayward CA 94545 , Phone:
510-782-0880 * Hawaiian Sista's, 983 Manor Blvd, San Leandro CA 94579
, Phone: 510-351-4010 * Hawaii'z Island Grill, 7121 Monterey Road,
Gilroy CA 95020 , Phone: 408-848-1648 * AAHA Company (Aloha at Heart
Always) Vi Fernando 510-623-9008

For more information please contact:

Tennyson Lum 510-909-6319

Vendors Booth $100.00
Craft Vendor Booth info:
Iwalani Nawahine 510-427-5167 Iwalanik@...

Flyer:
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/p16521613.html

Please visit the "Escolta Fine Arts" vendors booth at the 2005
Pau Summah Bash!!!!!

ESCOLTA FINE ARTS

Artists: Kim Taylor Reece * Leo Hone * Garry Hostallero * McCormick *
Caroline R. Young * Barry Chall * Renee Dickerson. Escolta Fine Arts,
The finest in Hawaiian, Polynesian & Asian fine art.

http://www.EscoltaFineArts.com

***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****

Please visit the "Escolta Fine Arts" vendors booth at these upcoming
events.

San Francisco Aloha Festival

The 11th Annual San Francisco Aloha Festival, August 6 - 7, 2005,
(Saturday & Sunday) 10:00am - 5:00pm

San Francisco Presidio Parade Grounds
Lincoln Blvd at Graham St
San Francisco CA 94129

Meet "Kim Taylor Reece" at the "San Francisco Aloha Festival" in the
"Escolta Fine Arts" vendors booth !!!!

An Annual Polynesian Event.......The Pacific Islanders of the San
Francisco Bay Area offer their talents in music and dance during this
free, , two-day festival of arts. Entertainment highlights include
Pacific Islander music as well as Polynesian dance. The festival will
also feature arts & crafts vendors, island cuisine, and educational
exhibits and workshops.
http://www.pica-org.org/AlohaFest/index.html

Nihonmachi Street Fair, San Francisco CA

Saturday and Sunday, August 13th & 14th 2005, 11:00am - 6:00pm in San
Francisco's Japantown. Located on Post Street between Laguna and
Fillmore Streets.

The Nihonmachi Street Fair is a celebration of the many diverse Asian
and Pacific American communities here in the Bay Area. It is a place
where one can taste and learn about the various cultures.
http://www.nihonmachistreetfair.org

E Hula Mau 2005

Long Beach Performing Arts Center
Terrace Theater
300 East Ocean Boulevard
Long Beach CA 90802

Na Mamo prouldly presents E Hula Mau, Southern California's Eleventh
Annual Hula & Chant Competition. Held over Labor Day Weekend,
September 2nd, 3rd, & 4th 2005. http://namamo.org/ehm

South Bay fall Home & Garden Show

Sept 9, 10 & 11, 2005

Santa Clara Convention Center
5001 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA

Welcome to the South Bay Fall Home & Garden Show. Discover the newest,
most innovative products and services for remodeling, decorating or
landscaping your home. The show features over 300 exhibits and experts
on-hand to offer advice and new ideas on projects for inside and
outside your home.
http://www.southbayhomeshow.com/fallvisitors/index.html

Pau Summah Bash

Saturday, September 10, 2005, 12:00noon - 10:00pm

Swiss Park
5911 Mowry Ave
Newark, CA 94560

FEATURING:
Ka Ehu Kai Hawaiian Band * Lady of Hawaii, Aunty Darlene Ahuna *
Na Mamo O Ke Anuenue A Kamakani * Halau 'O Keikiali'i * Ka Liko Pua O
Kalania Kea * Toreau te Matal * Kaulana Na Pua O Hawaii Ke Ola Loa,
Polynesian Dance Studio * E Hula Mai Me Kealiiluahine * Eono Kane
Hawaiian Band * One under Two * Aloha Brewed * shawn Felipe * Joey
Guila * Guila's Hawaiian Kick Boxing.
http://kaehukai.com

15th ANNUAL LAS VEGAS HO'OLAULE'A 2005

September 17-18, 2005, Lorenzi Park 9:00am -6:00pm

Lorenzi Park
3333 West Washington Ave
Las Vegas NV

Come join us for Entertainment, Food and Crafts!
Over 100 vendors selling Hawaiian crafts and "onolicious" island food.
Live stage entertainment all day by local and visiting halaus.
Scholarship raffle tickets for sale at $1.00 ea. There are many prizes
from participating festival vendors and sponsors.

Las Vegas Hawaiian Civic Club, P.O. Box 29237, Las Vegas, NV
89126-9237 , Phone: 702-382-6939, E-mail: info@... ,
Website: http://lvhcc.org/Hoolaulea.html

San Diego Pacific Islander Festival

Saturday, September 24 & Sunday, September 25 Ski Beach, Mission Bay
, Ingraham Street off Sea World Drive, Ski Beach in Mission Bay, San
Diego CA 92109

Our festival is a two-day public education and cultural fair
promoting understanding and knowledge of the traditions, cultural
heritage and languages of the Pacific Islands. Authentic
entertainment, foods and crafts and festivities
http://www.pacificislanders.com

Auburn Home Show

Sept, 30th, Oct. 1st & 2nd

Gold Country Fairground
High Street & Pleasant Ave
Auburn CA

The Auburn Home Show has something for everyone: building and
remodeling, decorating and designing, gardening and landscaping, art,
craft and gourmet items. You get it all in a charming setting of
towering trees, lawn, flowers and pavilion tents.
http://auburnhomeshow.com/shows

Hawaiian Isle Festival Canoe Regatta, Henderson NV

Hawaiian Isles Festival Canoe Regatta, Saturday & Sunday October 22
& 23, 2005, 10:00am - 5:00pm , Montelago Village, Lake Las Vegas,
1600 Lake Las Vegas Parkway, Henderson NV,

Arts and craft and food vendors, South Pacific and Hawaiian "local"
cuisine, Music and Polynesian dance performances throughout the day,
and an awards presentation to follow races on Sunday, October 23.

Experience traditions of Hawaii, Polynesia and the South Pacific,
including the ancient art of outrigger canoeing. Come and watch crews
from California, Arizona & Hawaii compete!

Interested in participating as a Vendor, Entertainer or Volunteer?
Please send email to info@... or call 702-382-6939.
http://lvhcc.org/HawaiianIsleFestival.html

Ia 'Oe E Ka La Hula Festival 2005

November 4th, 5th & 6th 2005, Pleasanton CA

Kumu Hula Association of Northern California presents the "25th Annual
Ia 'Oe E Ka La Hula Festival & Competition". Young California Building
Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Avenue, Pleasanton CA *
Keiki * Wahine * Kane * Gracious Ladies * Kupuna * Musicians * Friday
November 4, 2005 Solo Competition 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm * Saturday
November 5, 2005 Group Competition 11:00 am - 6:00 pm * Sunday
November 6, 2005 Group Competition 11:00 am - 6:00 pm & Awards.
http://www.kumuhulaassociation.com

***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****

ATOA - A Taste of Aloha

A Taste of Aloha, a new restaurant in San Francisco that features
shows with Polynesian Dancers & Musicians. The show is A heart
pounding stage show that takes you on a journey that you will never
forget!!!!! The show is a Polyhesian Dance Review, which will visit
the islands of Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, New Zealand & Tonga.
Phone: 510-675-0057
http://www.atoasf.com
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA

ATOA (A Taste of Aloha) Now open for Lunch, Tuesday - Friday
11:00am - 2:30pm * Now open for Dinner Tuesday - Saturday
5:00pm - 8:00pm, * Shows: Friday & Saturday, Dinner is served
from 5:00pm - 8:00pm, Showtime is at 8:00pm.

A Taste of Aloha
520 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

Escolta Fine Arts & A Taste of Aloha, yahoo group

Please join the Escolta Fine Arts & A Taste of Aloha, yahoo group.
Find the latest information on events at "Escolta Fine Arts" in Union
City CA and ATOA "A Taste of Aloha" in San Francisco CA.

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA

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Saving Mauna Kea, the sacred mountain

Fri, 24 Jun 2005 23:06:11 GMT

Aloha kakou,
The email below is from Ku Ching, one of the appelants in the Mauna Kea case on Hawai'i island. Please note that this appeal is the only thing standing between the sacred mountain and its further desecration.
Amy
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From Ku:

Note: Despite the fact that Lea Hong, Bill Tam and Dexter Kaiama (our attorneys) are doing this appeal for us pro se, we are still liable for all costs and expenses. Unfortunately these amount to a couple of thousand dollars. While some of us appellants have raided our own pockets, and there have been some cash donations from the general public (especially from some of our friends in the East Bay area), we need to raise more money.

Please send your much-needed donations to KAHEA, PO Box 27112, Honolulu, HI 96827 - 0112 - Re: Mauna Kea Appeal.

Thanks a lot from the appellants and Mauna Kea.

Ku

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Appeal of Mauna Kea outrigger project begins

Opponents want plan for all of the summit

By Hunter Bishop, Tribune-Herald staff writer - Sunday, June 19, 2005

Does state law require a management plan for the entire summit of Mauna Kea? Or should the state Land Board's approval of the Keck Observatory's outrigger telescope project stand?

Third Circuit Court Judge Glen Hara heard arguments on both sides Friday as he considers the state Land Board's decision to allow the $50 million NASA-funded outrigger project.

The outrigger project - up to eight [sic: should have been six] mirrors 6 feet across housed in 35-foot domes configured in a circle to combine the light from existing Keck telescopes into a single, powerful image - was approved in October by the Land Board after 10 days of contested case hearings sought by Mauna Kea Anaina Hou and the Royal Order of Kamehameha I, both Hawaiian cultural groups, the Hawaii chapter of the Sierra Club, and a Native Hawaiian cultural practitioner [guess who?].

Project foes appealed the Land Board's approval to Third Circuit Court. Hara can either approve the project or send it back to the Land Board for reconsideration.

Much of the argument Friday revolved around the management plan, or lack of one.

The appellants' attorney Lea Hong, said the University of Hawaii's initial application for the outrigger project relied on a 1995 management plan, which did not provide for any projects such as the outrigger.

But in the contested case hearing, Hong said UH rejected the 1995 plan and instead sought simultaneous approval of the outrigger project and a management plan that included "relevant sections of the 2000 master plan."

The 2000 plan was never approved by the Land Board, which leases the summmit of Mauna Kea to the University of Hawaii's Institute for Astronomy. Only the UH Board of Regents approved the 2000 master plan, which is like the "fox guarding the hen house," Hong said.

He (sic: should be "She") said the Department of Land and Natural Resources "flip-flopped" its position in the middle of the contested case hearing.

"The university wants permission to develop what it wants, any way it wants," Hong said, "with no accounting to the DLNR or the public."

The appellants want the outrigger project halted and the management plan thrown out until the university's IfA is "required to provide and DLNR is required to review and approve a long-term sustainable comprehensive management plan for the summit of Mauna Kea that clearly delineates ... responsibilities, enforcement authority, and financial commitments prior to allowing any further development on Mauna Kea."

Lisa Munger, attorney for the university, claims in court filings that the appellants are simply trying to further delay the project, which is nearly four years behind schedule.

Judge Hara allowed the appellants to submit material that was not considered in the contested case hearing, including documents pertaining to rules for the summit of Mauna Kea discussed by the Land Board in 1993 and 1994.

Julie China, a state deputy attorney general representing the Land Board, argued that state law does not mention a management plan. "There's been no flip-flopping." she said. The 1994 rules were the first one that included a management plan. "The DLNR read these rules as being site-specific," or in other words, just for the outrigger project, a 0.39-acre portion of a five-acre site on which the outrigger project would be located.

"The appellants want something different - a summit-wide management plan," said Munger. "That's not in the rules. The decision was not erroneous. They want to apply intent, not the rules." State law says the department shall regulate land use in a conservation district by permits. "That's what we applied for. The hearings officer said the plan satisfied the requirments.

"The board applied clear rules, the applicant followed them, and the hearing officer agreed. There was no flip-flopping."

Munger also argued that when the law says "parcel," it means the site-specific portion of the land being developed - in this case, the outrigger parcel.

Hong said that interpretation is "plainly erroneous," and that "parcel" means the entire summit of Mauna Kea, with the intent of the law being to "maintain long-term sustainability and protection of the eco-system."

Kaliko Kanaele, a member of the Royal Order of Kamehameha, one of the appellant groups, said after the hearing that, "intent is the spirit of the law .... Without intent, you take away the check-and balance."

Paul Neves, I [sic: should be "Ai"] Moku of the Royal Order's Hilo chapter, said that if the appellants lose on Mauna Kea, "you're going to see nothing but the Silicon Valley up there humming away."

No schedule for the judge's decision on the appeal was set.

Hunter Bishop can be reached at hbishop@hawaiitribune-herald.com.

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Independence Seekers Urged to go to U.N.-article

Tue, 14 Jun 2005 22:39:59 GMT

Independence seekers urged to go to U.N.

By Gordon Y.K. Pang
Advertiser Staff Writer

A U.N. expert on indigenous peoples is
encouraging those seeking an independent Hawaiian
nation to press their case for self-determination
at the United Nations, saying the body could
provide an international forum to air their
grievances.

Julian Burger, coordinator of the Indigenous
Peoples Unit of the U.N.'s Office of the High
Commissioner for Human Rights, is speaking to
college classes and Native Hawaiian groups as
well as visiting key sites during a two-week trip
sponsored by the Hawai'i Institute for Human
Rights and other organizations.

"Please come and make as much noise as possible,"
Burger told a gathering of Hawaiian independence
movement leaders at the home of activist Kekuni
Blaisdell last week. "Use the space that exists
to talk about the problems, speak from your
hearts, give the evidence ... make sure the story
is known as widely as possible."

Those gathered were among those Native Hawaiians
who are opposed to the Akaka Bill, which would
have the U.S. government recognize Native
Hawaiians in the same manner American Indians and
Native Alaskans are recognized, and instead seek
a more separate relationship with the United
States.

Asked what it would take to get the United
Nations to accept Hawai'i as an independent
member nation, Burger said he believes it would
require the support of the U.S. government. "They
could veto; they could hold it back," Burger
said. "I think they could hold things up for you."

Blaisdell, convenor of the Kanaka Maoli Tribunal
Komike and a separate group known as Ka Pakaukau,
said he was inspired by Burger's visit.

The United States won't relinquish its grip on
Hawai'i unless compelled to do so, not something
that will happen anytime soon, Blaisdell said.

"That's why we have to appeal to the rest of the
world, as well as to those with a conscience in
the United States, to recognize who we are and to
support re-establishment of our government under
our control," he said. "We're calling on the
United Nations to use its own law, international
law, to support our cause."

Speaking separately with Advertiser editors and
reporters this week, Burger said the United
Nations may not be the last step for those
seeking a separate government.

"In the United Nations and international law,
there's no right to independence," he said. "What
you have is a right to self-determination."

And while it can take many forms,
"self-determination, at least in practice, is a
very pragmatic concept," Burger said. "It allows
an opportunity for one group to discuss with
another group how it should relate to that group."

Many Hawaiian groups, including the Office of
Hawaiian Affairs, disagree with the independence
movement and believe the Akaka Bill is the best
first step toward self-determination.

Anthony Sang, chairman of the state Council of
Hawaiian Homestead Associations, believes it may
be futile for Native Hawaiian groups to go
international with their fight. He cited the
effort of a Big Island man who, claiming his
rights as a citizen of the Hawaiian kingdom were
being violated, took his case to the Permanent
Court of Arbitration in The Hague. The case was
rejected when the United States declined to be a
party to the proceeding.

"We don't believe that's the channel that our
organization wants to follow," Sang said.

Instead, he said, his group wholeheartedly
supports the Akaka bill. "We want to stay within
the framework of the United States Constitution.
That's what we feel is the most logical way to
eventually get what we deserve by law."

But Blaisdell said he and others don't buy into
the Akaka bill. "Federal recognition is a
sell-out," he said. "It's an attempt by the
United States to deny us full independence by
setting up a puppet government under the
Department of the Interior such as the American
Indians and Alaskan natives. They want to control
it and call it self-determination, which it is
not."

Reach Gordon Y.K. Pang at gpang@honoluluadvertiser.com or at 525-8026.

© COPYRIGHT 2005 The Honolulu Advertiser, a division of Gannett Co. Inc.
--

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Residents Recording Hawaiian Heritage

MistressPrime — Thu, 09 Jun 2005 09:18:31 GMT

I found this on Yahoo's front page today. I wonder why an AP writer chose now to write this article?

Smiles,
-=Yvonne:)

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Residents Recording Hawaiian Heritage
By JEANNETTE J. LEE, Associated Press Writer
Wed Jun 8, 2:32 PM ET

Bradford Lum is Irish, Dutch, German and Chinese, but it's the three-eighths of Hawaiian blood running through his veins that matters to him most.

That is why Lum and his mother, Lily, entered their names with the Native Hawaiian Registration Program, a database of people with documented proof of their Hawaiian bloodlines.

Many Hawaiians believe a catalog of all living Hawaiians, estimated at 400,000 worldwide, is the key to founding a nation, or at least gaining federal recognition, for Hawaii's native people.

"We need to be a nation within a nation," said Lum, a hula teacher in Honolulu. "But we're not even recognized as an indigenous people right now."

In a separate effort, the Native Hawaiian Recognition Act, sponsored by Sen. Daniel Akaka, D-Hawaii, would formally recognize Native Hawaiians as an indigenous people in the same way the U.S. government recognizes American Indians and Alaska Natives.

The Akaka bill, which Congress is scheduled to take up later this year, is aimed at fending off race-based lawsuits questioning the legality of Native Hawaiian programs and entitlements.

"We feel that by having federal recognition via Akaka, we would have another form of defense against race-based claims akin to what Alaska Natives and American Indians already have," said Ron Mun, deputy administrator of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs.

Many Hawaiians scoff at the pursuit of federal recognition. Others support a certain degree of Hawaiian autonomy, such as a separate Hawaiian government that would form a partnership with the U.S. on issues such as defense or trade. The most radical among them demand full sovereignty and the reinstatement of a monarchy.

The registry project, called "Kau Inoa" or "place your name," is the third attempt to count Hawaiians since the 1990s, when self-determination for Hawaii's native population became a more prominent issue. Many Hawaiians were inspired by the 1993 centennial of the overthrow of Queen Liliuokalani and a congressional apology for the U.S.-backed coup that same year.

"We have been robbed of our country," Lum said. "I believe it's time to be recognized."

The Kau Inoa project so far has registered only 18,000 since starting sign-ups in January 2004, according to Hawaii Maoli, the group funded by the state Office of Hawaiian Affairs to gather and store the information.

One TV ad resembles a telecommunications commercial with neon blue lines on a world map tracing the purported links between Hawaiians. It urges Hawaiians all over the globe to help "build a nation."

___

On the Net:

Native Hawaiian Registration Program: http://www.hawaiimaoli.org

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20050608/ap_on_re_us/hawaiian_registry&printer=1

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New Tribe: Hawaiian Culture and Independence

Thu, 24 Mar 2005 17:41:12 GMT

Aloha kakou,
For anyone who is interested in substantial discussion of Hawaiian issues, including independence and sovereignty, as well as info about Bay Area cultural events, please check out this brand new tribe called Hawaiian Culture and Independence at HawaiiAloha.tribe.net.

Mahalo!
Amy

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Sacramento Pacific Rim Festival, May 22, 2005, Sacramento CA

Ron — Fri, 20 May 2005 04:00:13 GMT

13th Sacramento Pacific Rim Festival , Sunday May 22, 2005, 10:00 a.m.
- 5:00 p.m , Old Sacramento State Historic Park, Capitol Mall & Front
Street, Sacramento CA 95818 * Enjoy this day long celebration of the
Asian & Polynesian culture with music, food and dance , Visit the
vendor booths throughout the streets of Old Sacramento. Listen to the
music and watch the dance of the Asian & Polynesian heritage. Treat
yourself to Asian delicasies at one of the many food vendors.
Admission is free.

Polynesian Dance shows

To'erau Te Mata'i Polynesian Dance 11:30am (Sacramento Bee Stage)

Hui O Hawaii 0f Sacramento 12:15pm (Wells Fargo Stage)

Otea Hiti Ra'a Tahitian Dance 1:45pm (Plaza Stage)

Pearl of the Pacific Polynesian Dance 1:45pm (Wells Fargo Stage)

Ka Pa Hula Kanoelehuaokahalema`uma`u `O Kalama 2:45pm (Sacramento Bee
Stage)

Aloha Polynesia Dance 2:45pm (Plaza Stage)

ESCOLTA FINE ARTS

Please visit the "Escolta Fine Arts" vendors booth at the
"Sacramento Pacific Rim Festival"

Artists: Kim Taylor Reece * Leo Hone * Garry Hostallero * McCormick *
Caroline R. Young * Barry Chall * Renee Dickerson
http://www.escoltafinearts.com

Meet "Garry Hostallero" at the Sacramento Pacific Rim Festival in
the Escolta Fine Arts vendors booth !!!!

Garry Hostallero, with his Hula Art
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/p14227920.html

paintings by Garry Hostallero
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/p15122630.html

***** ***** ***** ***** ***** ***** *****

Please visit the "Escolta Fine Arts" vendors booth at these upcoming
events.

Sacramento Pacific Rim Festival

13th annual Sacramento Pacific Rim Festival , Sunday May 22, 2005,
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m

Old Sacramento State Historic Park
Capitol Mall & Front Street
Sacramento CA 95818

Enjoy this day long celebration of the
Asian & Polynesian culture with music, food and dance , Visit the
vendor booths throughout the streets of Old Sacramento. Listen to the
music and watch the dance of the Asian & Polynesian heritage. Treat
yourself to Asian delicasies at one of the many food vendors.
Admission is free. http://www.pacificrimstreetfest.com

Northridge Ho'olaule'a

Saturday & Sunday, June 4th & 5th 2005, 10:00am - 7:00pm

Price: FREE , Phone: 818-366-3967

Northridge Ho'olaule'a
10058 Reseda Blvd (Northridge Park)
Northridge California 91324

Tahiti Fête of San Jose

9:00am - 5:30pm, July 2 Friday, 3 Saturday, & 4 Sunday, 2005

San Jose State University Event Center
7th Street & San Carlos Street
San Jose CA

The Tahiti Fête is an event similar to the Tahitian Heiva. Once a
year in San Jose, California and in Hilo, Hawaii audiences enjoy the
finest in Tahitian dancing from dance companies throughout Hawaii,
California, Mexico, Japan, Canada, Washington, Utah and Tahiti. With
expected daily audiences in the thousands, these sister events have
become the largest Tahitian cultural arts exposition outside of
Tahiti. http://www.tahitifete.com

San Francisco Aloha Festival

The 11th Annual San Francisco Aloha Festival, August 6 - 7, 2005,
(Saturday & Sunday) 10:00am - 5:00pm

San Francisco Presidio Parade Grounds
Lincoln Blvd at Graham St
San Francisco CA 94129

An Annual Polynesian Event.......The Pacific Islanders of the San
Francisco Bay Area offer their talents in music and dance during this
free, , two-day festival of arts. Entertainment highlights include
Pacific Islander music as well as Polynesian dance. The festival will
also feature arts & crafts vendors, island cuisine, and educational
exhibits and workshops.
http://www.pica-org.org/AlohaFest/index.html

San Diego Pacific Islander Festival

Saturday, September 24 & Sunday, September 25 Ski Beach, Mission Bay

Ingraham Street off Sea World Drive, Ski Beach in Mission Bay, San
Diego CA 92109

Our festival is a two-day public education and cultural fair
promoting understanding and knowledge of the traditions, cultural
heritage and languages of the Pacific Islands. Authentic
entertainment, foods and crafts and festivities
http://www.pacificislanders.com

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Aloha Expo 2005 - Photos

Ron — Fri, 20 May 2005 03:58:49 GMT

See the photos I took at the "Aloha Expo 2005" at
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c544073.html
http://gallery133688.fotopic.net

The "Aloha Expo 2005" http://www.aloha-expo.com
was presented in Santa Fe Springs CA (LA area) on
May 14th & 15th 2005 by the "Kama`aina Club of Orange
County"

Once again a special Mahalo to "Escolta Fine Arts" for making this
trip possible and allowing me to Help out with the setup of the
vendors booth , Work in the vendors booth , and Drive Merly, Lolly &
Pamela, the Art work and other supplys for the "Escolta Fine Arts"
vendors booth to the "Aloha Expo 2005".

ESCOLTA FINE ARTS:
Artists: Kim Taylor Reece * Leo Hone * Garry Hostallero * McCormick *
Caroline R. Young * Barry Chall * Renee Dickerson
Escolta Fine Arts: Union City, CA
http://www.escoltafinearts.com

ATOA (A Taste of Aloha)
A Taste of Aloha, a new restaurant in San Francisco that features
shows with Polynesian Dancers & Musicians. The show is A heart
pounding stage show that takes you on a journey that you will never
forget!!!!! The show is a Polyhesian Dance Review, which will visit
the islands of Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, New Zealand & Tonga.
http://ATOAsf.com

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ATOA - Polynesian Dancers & Musicians Wanted, May 29, 2005, S.F. CA

Ron — Fri, 20 May 2005 03:57:50 GMT

Professional Polynesian Dancers & Musicians Wanted for Auditions ,
Sunday May 29, 2005, 11:00am - 5:00pm.

Flyer: http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/p14801153.html

A Taste of Aloha
520 4th Street
San Francisco CA

A Taste of Aloha, A new restaurant in San Francisco CA.
ATOA (A Taste of Aloha) features weekly shows with Polynesian Dancers
& Musicians. A Taste of Aloha & Escolta Enterprise Productions, is
holding auditions to all Polynesian Dancers & Musicians looking to
showcase their talent and will be compensated generously for your
time. The show is a Polyhesian Dance Review, which will visit the
islands of Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, New Zealand & Tonga.

Requirents Dancers:

* Professional
* Minimun, 2 Years of Hula
* Minimun, 2 Years of Tahitian
* Minimun, 2 Years of Show, Stage Experience
* Positive attitude
* Quick Learner
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Dancers please come prepared with a Paraeu & Music if needed.
Drummers will be provided

Requirents Musicians: Musicians wanted for:

* String Instrumentalists
* Tahitian Drummers
* Singers
* Must have a Positive attitude
* Quick Learner
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* Professianal attitude a plus

Musicians please bring your instruments, Tahitian Drums, Ukulele,
guitar, ect.

You will be auditioning, Please be on time!!!!!

For more info please call C.J. Simbre at 415-309-5477 or E-mail
csimbre@yahoo.com

This is a Escolta Enterprise Productions.

Flyer: http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/p14801153.html

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Event Photos: http://gallery133688.fotopic.net/c506285.html
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ATOA - Taste of Aloha

A Taste of Aloha, a new restaurant in San Francisco that features
shows with Polynesian Dancers & Musicians. The show is A heart
pounding stage show that takes you on a journey that you will never
forget!!!!! The show is a Polyhesian Dance Review, which will visit
the islands of Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, New Zealand & Tonga.
Phone: 510-675-0057
http://www.atoasf.com

A Taste of Aloha
520 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

ATOA (A Taste of Aloha) Now open for Lunch, Tuesday - Friday
11:00am - 2:30pm

Escolta Fine Arts & A Taste of Aloha, yahoo group

Find the latest information on events at "Escolta Fine Arts" in Union
City CA and "A Taste of Aloha" in San Francisco CA.

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA

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ESCOLTA FINE ARTS

Artists: Kim Taylor Reece * Leo Hone * Garry Hostallero * McCormick *
Caroline R. Young * Barry Chall * Renee Dickerson

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HELP! WHERE TO SWIM W/ DOLPHINS IN MAUI??

reneeairya — Mon, 16 May 2005 04:30:12 GMT

I WILL BE IN MAUI IN JUNE AND DREAM OF SWIMMING WITH THE DOLPHINS. DOES ANYONE KNOW WHERE I CAN DO THIS??
ALSO LOOKING FOR HOUSING FOR A FEW DAYS ON THE BIG ISLAND! I AM A VERY SWEET AND CONSCIOUS NETWORKING FAIRY LOOKING TO IMMERSE MYSELF IN THE JOY OF THE ISLANDS!!

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inter-island coupons 4sale

tarat — Wed, 11 May 2005 03:02:28 GMT

i have 4 coupons that need to be used by june 15th. selling them for $65 each. they are transferable, you can change times or dates at a whim with no additional fees. if interested ring me at 808 348 7747. aloha

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Background on Hawaiian Independence

Sat, 16 Apr 2005 14:50:50 GMT

For anyone who wants more information about this matter, this is an interesting discussion between three activists, which took place on a Hawaiian Independence list. It touches on many substantial points regarding the overthrow of the constitutional monarchy of the kingdom of Hawai'i, the treatment of its citizens and the treatment of these citizens's descendents as the thorny matter of de-occupation and sovereignty is decided.

For those who don't know, the 1993 Apology Resolution offered by the U.S. Congress states that the overthrow was illegal and that Hawaiians never relinguished their land rights or sovereignty. International law tends to agree... Sort of makes you think, doesn't it?

*******
From: DKauanoe

Sent: Friday, March 18, 2005 12:21 AM
Subject: Hawaiian kingdom had citizens from many countries

As a Hawaiian National of aboriginal stock myself, I'll present something a little shorter than what David wrote.

I suspect that most sovereignty advocates support Hawaiian independence primarily because they want to return to what is just, what is pono, etc. What is pono, is the pre-existing legal system before the occupation. If we can agree to that, then we should be able to agree to the Hawaiian Civil Code, Title 2, Chapter VII, Article VIII §432 which states,

Every foreigner so naturalized, shall be deemed to all intents and purposes a
native of the Hawaiian Islands, be amenable only to the laws of this Kingdom, . . .
be entitled to the protection of said laws, . . . . And every foreigner so naturalized,
shall be entitled to all the rights, privileges and immunities of an Hawaiian
subject.

Uncle Isaac, for those people who refuse to acknowledge this legal and historical truth, perhaps we should reconsider their role in the scheme of things. It's obvious they, like the occupier, are inconsistent with Kingdom law.
******
In a message dated 3/17/2005 11:54:45 P.M. Hawaiian Standard Time, David Ingham writes:
Aloha Isaac:

Yeah , I have trouble getting across why I see the Participation, or at
least not rejecting the participation of Non Kanaka Maoli in reviving the
Kingdom of Hawaii as necessary. . I really waffled in front of a room full
of Hawaiians once trying to explain how I see this to them ...all of a
sudden I became intensely aware that I was the only white guy in the room
and I was doing the explaining. I was fortunate that a couple friends were
there, Kanaka Maoli, to jump in. It was a very strange moment.

It is complicated and so a little hard to explain

I'll try to break it down into individual points that the people you are
trying to get to consider this can maybe get a little clearer picture:

na Kanaka Maoli have four choices as I see it:

1.) do nothing

2.) Form an exclusively Kanaka Maoli government conforming to the criteria
in the bill and U.S. Constitution and Law and accept what the United States
will allow.

3.) Form an exclusively Kanaka Maoli government outside of U.S. law and the
criteria in the bill and attempt to seize power from the United States and
gain recognition as the legitimate government of the Hawaiian Islands
without the underlying support of the constitution of the Kingdom of Hawaii

4.) Revive the Kingdom of Hawaii and its constitution and pursue their
rights as the citizens of an independent nation whose power and legitimacy
as the government of the Hawaiian Islands was illegally taken from them.

Number one is obviously out...nobody wants to keep living like this.

Number three is difficult because the opponent is extremely powerful.

You know I favor #4 although this option , in order to be effective requires
adherence to the constitution of the Kingdom of Hawaii and so in order to be
legitimate must include all subjects of the kingdom of Hawaii.

Here are some things about #2 that people need to really understand:

1.) United States law draws a clear line between Indigenous Native
governments and Foreign governments.

2.) The land, rights, and resources of Native governments meeting the
criteria in the Akaka bill , exist only at the pleasure of Congress in U.S.
law.

3.) The land rights and resources of foreign governments are acknowledged by
the United States and the rest of the world as sovereign and inviolable in
law.

2.) Illegal acts were committed by the United States against a foreign
government , the Kingdom of Hawaii.

3.) the United States has admitted these acts against the Kingdom of Hawaii
were illegal.

5.) If Hawaiians form a government that qualifies as an indigenous native
government, the land, rights and resources of that government will only
exist at the pleasure of congress.

6.) If Hawaiians defend their land, rights, and resources as those of the
Kingdom of Hawaii their government can only be recognized as sovereign and
inviolable in law.

7.) The condition of people whose governments are recognized by the United
States as Indigenous Native governments are dying a slow death.

The best advice any one could possibly get in considering these things is to
check the depth of the water before you jump in. It may look inviting
standing on a rock above it ready to jump in, but the reality could be very
different than the perception. There are many legitimate reasons for the
establishment of an exclusively Kanaka Maoli government. The principal
reasons being that the Hawaiian islands are your home and foreigners have
caused the degradation of Kanaka Maoli people and culture and have stolen
Kanaka Maoli lands. My concern is whether or not the government that will
become responsible to correct these things will have the ability to do it,
as you know, I see option #4 as having the best chance .

Mahalo for all you do Isaac

david
*****

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Las Vegas Pure Aloha Festival 2005 - Photos

Ron — Thu, 14 Apr 2005 02:54:08 GMT

See over 300 photos I took at the 2005 "Las Vegas Pure Aloha
Festival" at
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The 4th Annual "Las Vegas Pure Aloha Festival 2005" was presented in Las Vegas, Nevada at the Cannery Casino on April 9th & 10th 2005.

Once again a special Mahalo to "Escolta Fine Arts" for making this
trip possible and allowing me to Help out with the setup of the
vendors booth, Drive Merly, Lolly, Pamela, the Art work and other
supplys for the "Escolta Fine Arts" vendors booth to the "Las Vegas
Pure Aloha Festival".

ESCOLTA FINE ARTS:
Artists: KIM TAYLOR REECE * LEO HONE * GARRY HOSTALLERO * CAROLINE R. YOUNG * BARRY CHALL * RENEE DICKERSON.
Escolta Fine Arts: Union City, CA
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Escolta Fine Arts & A Taste of Aloha, yahoo group:
Please join the Escolta Fine Arts & A Taste of Aloha, yahoo group.
Find the latest information on events at "Escolta Fine Arts" in Union
City CA and "A Taste of Aloha" in San Francisco CA.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA

A Taste of Aloha, a new restaurant in San Francisco that features
shows with Polynesian Dancers & Musicians. The show is a Polyhesian Dance Review, which will visit the islands of Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, New Zealand & Tonga.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Escolta_Fine_Arts_ATOA
http://ATOAsf.com

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ACT in the next 24 HOURS... Raise your voice to protect Hawaiian women!

CC — Tue, 05 Apr 2005 02:00:53 GMT

Please act within the next 24 hours to affect this important legislation. Please call your representatives IMMEDIATELY and help us spread the word throughout the islands. This bill will be heard by the Finance Committee on TUESDAY, APRIL 5TH at 3:00 PM!!

Here is info about the bill, information about who to call and what to mention in your call. Please feel free to call me if you have questions or need any assistance.

Mahalo for your swift efforts in this matter,
Cecilia LIPP
Field Organizer/Office Manager
AIUSA San Francisco
(415)291-9233 ext 201
clipp@aiusa.org
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

SB467, (also referred to as SD1, HD1) is a bill that would require the office of youth services and department of public safety to develop and implement gender-responsive community-based programs for female adjudicated youths and female offenders. It also appropriates money for these programs.
Read SB 467 SD2, HD1 at: http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessioncurrent/bills/sb467_hd1_.htm

This bill will be heard by the Finance Committee on TUESDAY, APRIL 5TH at 3:00 PM.

Please take action today and call your representative expressing support for SB467, SD1, HD2. See talking points below for some tips on what to say.

Don't know who your representative is? Find out at:
http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/site1/info/vstreet/voterinformation.asp?press1=info&press2=vstreet

Please identify yourself as a constituent.

If your representative is a member of the finance committee, please ask him or her to support the bill during the hearing on April 5th.

If your representative is not a member of the finance committee, please ask him or her to support the bill if/when it comes before the full body.
TALKING POINTS:
Unlike rehabilitation, reentry reflects a reality about corrections that often escapes public notice: About 95% of all offenders — about 600,000 people a year nationwide — will be going home.
It makes sense to have a step after prison or jail, where the individual can 'decompress' from the stress of leaving institutional life and re-entering the community
There is a big national push to develop more and better re-entry programs and federal money is available to states
Successful programs such as San Francisco's Delancey Street - replicated here in Hawai`i as Maui BEST (Being Safe and Empowered Together) need to be funded on all islands
Ex-offenders need help in navigating the system upon release. Re-entry programs provide support, job skills development, employment counseling, anger management, parenting, among other resources
Hawai`i has a paucity of these programs and parole officers with at least twice the caseload of other jurisdictions, making successful re-entry a challenge
Investing in re-entry programs will benefit the community by enhancing public safety, expanding the tax base with more contributing citizens, and building stronger families with better parenting skills.

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please feel free to forward the text of this email. if you are interested in more information about Amnesty International USA's work internationally, nationally, or within the State of Hawai'i, please contact Cecilia Lipp at clipp@aiusa.org

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reggae4/7&8

meleanajudd — Mon, 04 Apr 2005 22:18:07 GMT

yeay. dezarie, i think thats how to spell it will be singing this thurs at pipeline and friday at don hos. she will be travelling with some of the midnite band members, we will be hearing quality reggae. should be a very pleasurable time. i plan to go friday, if so i will be wearing a long pink and white skirt decorated with roosters and hopefully dancing in the front if anyone cares to say hello. have a lovely day*

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playing in Kauai

Sylveranne — Mon, 04 Apr 2005 21:02:15 GMT

Hello All I've just arrived to the magical land of kauai, looking for creative cosmic people to connect, explore,surf,camp or dance with! I'm here for the month of april. Much love Sylveranne

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What up peoples?

emmypearl — Wed, 19 May 2004 07:43:29 GMT

Hi, I'm Emmy Pearl Kawehilani and I was born in Portland, Oregon and family is from the Islands- big shout out to my family in Kaneohe, Kailua, Ha'ula, and all over.

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shipping to Hawaii (from Bay Area)

mrlalalloyd — Mon, 07 Mar 2005 05:33:39 GMT

Aloha!
with more details i write to inquire if there are people looking to ship stuff from the bay area to Oahu. The deal is this: a 20 foot container (20 x 8 x x8 feet) is $2,000, so four of us could split it at $500 bucks a piece. Pretty cheap for the ample amount of space we would get. Not to mention the fact that a container would provide a safer place for fragile items as oppose to the us post.

Who's in? The sooner the better, yes?

Mahalo,
Lloyd

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Kind of long, but..

Steven — Mon, 14 Feb 2005 07:06:58 GMT

If you are from Hawaii, you will get all of this or most of it.

You can understand and speak PIDGIN english...

You go to dinner and "make one plate" with all the extra food leftover...

You automatically take off your shoes/slippers in people's homes...

You learned to play the ukulele in elementary school...

You wear rubber slippers...

You eat rice every single day...

It's "shave ice" not "snow cones"...

You think 70 degrees is freezing cold...

You call everyone older than you "Aunty" or "Uncle" even though they aren't
related to you...

"You like beef" has nothing to do with what's for dinner...

When you know NEVER to turn your back facing the ocean...

You know what ukus are and have had them at least once before when you was one
little keiki...

You eat coconuts straight from the shell and drink the juice...

You know where all the creepy places (like burial sites) are on the island...

You have highlighted hair...

You eat arare...

You know what "tutu" means...

It's SHOYU, not soy sauce...

To you, sushi means sushi, not RAW FISH!...

You eat malasadas...

You have uku billion pairs of slippers in front your door when your family gets
together...

You eat portuguese sausage, eggs, and rice for breakfast...

You don't understand why anyone would buy less than a 20lb bag of rice...

You would serve spam as a meat for dinner...

You can taste the difference between teriyaki and kal-bi...

You know why there are alphabets on trees on graduation day...

You know what lei day is...

You know what the "stink eye" is; and how to give it...

You can correctly pronouce Kalanianaole, Kalakaua and Aiea...

You know what "huli huli chicken" is...

You know the difference between being hapa and being hapai...

You know what it takes to get into Kamehameha School...

You say, "Nori" not seaweed paper...

You say "Brah" not "Bro"...

Your jokes are about Portugese not Polish...

You know what "Morgan's Corner" is (And it still scares you!)...

You call it "saimin" not "Top Ramen"...

You know pineapples don't grow on trees...

When you hear the words "fund raiser", you know it means Zippy's Chili...

You have said "wat, owe you money?", "karang your alas", or "dakine"...

You call public transportation "da BUS"...

You go to Neiman Marcus "jus fo look"...

The mainland people no can understand your language...

You eat mango with shoyu and vinegar...

You like ume, daikon, and kim chee better than pickles...

You know you aren't supposed to whistle at night time, cross your chopsticks, or
stick your fork straight out of your rice...

You never understood why adding pineapple and ham to a pizza made it Hawaiian to
the rest of the world...

You measure the water for the rice by the knuckle of your index finger...

The condiments at the dinner table are shoyu, ketchup, chili peppah watah,
kimchee, takuwan, Hawaiian salt and pickled onion...

Your philosophy is "bumbai"...

Your only suit is a bathing suit...

You drive barefoot...

You feel guilt leaving a get-together without helping clean up...

The idea of taking something from a heiau is unthinkable...

You can live and let live with a smile in your heart...

Nobody is sure exactly where "north" is...

Your cousin is
Japanese-Chinese-French-Filipino-Korean-Scottish-Portuguese-Hawaiian, plus some
stuff too manini to mention...

You watch your favorite shows "on top the TV"...

An approaching hurricane means only one thing? surf's up, brah!...

You are somehow related to your neighbors cousins uncles mothers husbands
nephew and they are related to your other neighbors auntys nieces daughters
cousin who is related to your cousins uncles mothers brothers son...

You actually get these jokes and pass them on to other friends from Hawaii.

Aloha

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Please Join My Tribe!

lulu8 — Wed, 02 Mar 2005 08:00:20 GMT

Aloha!

I've created a tribe for queer people looking to share a space with other like-minded queer people in Hawaii!! Please check it out! hawaiiroomates.tribe.net or *Hawaii*CoolQueerRoomates under the travel/places section.

~lulu~

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what do you think?

mrlalalloyd — Fri, 25 Feb 2005 07:00:21 GMT

hello, i wanted to ask around for the easiest and most price-effective method of transporting my load of mostly unneccesary belongings to Hawai'i. Am i barking up the wrong palm trees, or is it a rip-off. the names & #'s of companies would be terribly helpful, and i would be ever so grateful.
mahalo!
lloyd

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regional gathering

luna — Mon, 03 Jan 2005 03:27:11 GMT

aloha family, we are traveling from far and wide to come home to hawaii. there is a post at rainbowguide.org saying that the site for a regional gathering on the big island has been narrowed down to three locations. we were curious if anyone knew if the site choices had been narrowed down to one yet, or what side of the island it will be on, or if there will be any rideshare opportunities.
aloha and light*FLAN*Luna, keiene, tim

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Supporting locally

Ki — Sat, 25 Dec 2004 21:40:00 GMT

Hey we are going to be in Maui on the 8th of January we were wondering if there are any farmers markets or locally owned stores that we can support with our cash. When we go on vacation we dont like to eat out. We prefer to shop local markets and make our own food. Could anyone help us out thank you.

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