Flatbread Fundraiser for Maui Birds

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Courtesy Maui No Ka Oi magazine

Flatbread Pizza in Paia will host a benefit night for Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project. A percentage of the proceeds from the night’s pizza sales will go to help fund projects that focus on saving Maui’s rare native birds. The evening also features a silent auction, and information on the birds and the organization working to preserve them.

 

 Flatbread Pizza Company
89 Hana Highway
Paia, HI
Aug 17, 2010
5:00 PM until 10:00 PM

Help the Lanai Animal Rescue Center

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Did you know that in Hawai`i, a female cat can have FOUR litters of kittens per year?  Did you know that TWO uncontrolled breeding cats, plus all their offspring can add up to the following statistics?

1st Year……..…12
2nd Year………66
3rd Year…..…382
4th Year……2,201
5th Year…..12,680

Sobering statistics provided by the Lanai Animal Rescue Center.  It’s important to control the pet population regardless of where you live.  If you’re going to be on Lanai and are a vet or vet tech you can donate your talents in their “Visiting Vet” program.  They can assist with long or short term accommodations and on-island transportation in exchange for your time.  If you’re interested in the program or even donating, go to their website.

Run for the Whales 5K this Saturday

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196Fun & Exercise for a good cause
 
Runners and walkers are invited to join in the fun at the annual Run for the Whales, which follows the scenic coast of South Maui and is hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation. This popular running event is at the top of the list of Maui’s best-attended 5K and half-marathon runs, with more than 800 runners expected to participate.  Participants receive a free race T-shirt, a free post-race breakfast, and  free electronic timing (for the 5K and half-marathon). 
 
There are medals for the top finishers and great prize giveaways. Fees benefit marine-education programs for Maui schoolchildren. The Run for the Whales will start at a new location this year, Makena Beach & Golf Resort, but will travel along much of the same route as last year, through the resort areas of Makena and Wailea. Parts of the course are oceanside–where you might catch a glimpse of a breaching whale or two as you stride along.
 
2010 Run for the Whales
Saturday, February 6, 2010
Thursday, February 4 is registration cut off date
Race times vary (see schedule)
Makena Beach & Golf Resort

Pink is the New Fabulous gala

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If you are going to be on Oahu Saturday, March 7 and are feeling charitable then consider going to the “Pink is the New Fabulous” gala that celebrates the grand re-opening of the Royal Hawaiian Hotel.  The popular hotel has undergone some renovations and is inviting you to celebrate with musician Chris Botti!  Tickets start at $350 per person unless you’re a kama’aina (resident) then you pay $192.70.  If you want to really go all out the following packages are available:

$5,000 Royal Beach Club Cabana: For four guests in an exclusive beachfront cabana featuring cuisine and beverages from the new Azure Restaurant.

$10,000 Monarch Room: Table for 10 including a majestic, multicourse, wine-paired dinner.

$50,000 Private Party in the King Kamehameha Suite: For 50 guests, including an exclusive party in the luxurious King Kamehameha Suite, overlooking Waikiki Beach, featuring the finest cuisine and beverages from the Royal Hawaiian.

Proceeds benefit the Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific.  For gala tickets, call 808-566-3451. To book a room at the Royal, call 808-923-7311.

Maui Santa Paws 2008

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Maui residents bring your furry family members in to have their holiday picture taken!  Memory of Maui professional Photographers will be partnering with Maui Humane Society for this special holiday event!  The photo package is $40 and includes: 1 – 5×7, 1 – 4×6, a CD of all pictures taken, AND a $100 gift certificate to Memory of Maui Photography!

Dates & Times & Locations:

Sat. Nov. 15th @ Maui Humane Society 10am – 2pm
Sun. Dec. 7th @ Lee’s Pet Grooming, Kahului 10am – 2pm
Thurs. Dec. 11th @ Maui Humane Society 3pm – 7pm
Sat. Dec 13th @ Lahaina Gateway Shopping Ctr 10am – 2pm

Eat well for less and help charity too!

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ALOHA MONDAYS ARE BACK AT HALI’IMAILE GENERAL STORE

For each person that brings in one non-perishable food item to be donated to the MAUI FOOD BANK, Bev will take 50% off the price of your dinner’s entree. If you’ve seen my recent review of Hali’imaile General Store then you know this is a must do!  Reservations are recommended 808-572-2666. Please join in at HALI’IMAILE GENERAL STORE one of Maui’s premier restaurants and “help the hungry” with your food donation.

If you aren’t going to be on Maui anytime soon, you can always donate online.

HIHS Pet Walk & Costume Parade this weekend!

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Gotta cute little four legged cutie that deserves to be shown off in their Halloween finest?  Sign up for the Hawaii Island Humane Society’s Pet Walk & Costume Parade!  There will be a costume contest, agility course, hot dog eating contest, best pet trick, a photographer and more!  Available for purchase will be the 2009 HIHS “Pets in Paradise” calendars, HIHS holiday cards, pet gifts as well as snacks and refreshments.  Visitors this is a good chance to add some cute pics to your vacation photos!

Where:  Hale Halawai Park in Kona
When:  Sunday, October 19th
Time:  Registration 3:30pm  Pet Walk: 4pm
Cost:  $30 pre-registration, $35 day of event (cost is per family with unlimited pets included in price as well as 1 HIHS Pet Walk T-shirt per registration form)

For more information call 808-329-1175 or go to www.hihs.org

Dine out for hunger today on Kauai

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Dining out never felt so good! On Thursday, August 14, join the Kauai Food Bank and many Kauai restaurants for Dine Out Against Hunger. A portion of the restaurants’ proceeds on that day will go to help feed the hungry on Kauai.

This THURSDAY please go to any of the following restaurants:

West:
Da Booze Shop
1st Tee Clubhouse (Kukuiolono Golf Course)
Wong’s Restaurant

South:
Casablanca
Joe’s on the Green
Mark’s Place
Plantation Gardens Restaurant
Poipu Tropical Burgers

East:
Colenti’s
House of Noodles
Hukilau Lanai
Papaya’s Natural Foods and Café
Pau Hana Bar & Grill
Scotty’s Beachside BBQ
The Fish Hut

Central (Lihue):
Asia Tang
Gaylords Restaurant
JJ’s Broiler
Kauai Pasta (Lihue)
Lihue Barbecue Inn
Mark’s Place
R& J Bakery Foods Etc.
Rob’s Good Time Grill
Smiley’s Grinds
Subway (Lihue)

North:
Mediterranean Gourmet
Panda’s Kitchen
Papaya’s Natural Foods and Cafe
Village Snack Shop and Bakery LLC.

Dining out for hunger is another great project to help raise money for the Kauai Food Bank. If your restaurant wants to participate with this program please contact them at: 246-3809 Kelvin.

If you’re not on Kauai or cannot participate but still want to help out, you can always donate online!

Get some exercise and raise money this weekend!

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 This Saturday marks the 30th annual Visitor Industry Charity Walk!  If you’re going to be in Hawaii this weekend and want a great way to mingle with the locals, raise money and of course sample some ono grinds at checkpoints along the way, this is the event for you!  The following comes courtesy of their official website:

When and where is the statewide Charity Walk?
The 30th Annual VISITOR INDUSTRY CHARITY WALK will take place on: Saturday, MAY 17, 2008 (Always the 3rd Saturday)
OAHU (6 miles)
McCoy Pavilion (Ala Moana Beach Park) at 7:00 amBIG ISLAND (4 miles)
Anaehoomalu Bay at Waikoloa at 7:45 am for Runners and 8:00 am for WalkersKAUAI (2.9 miles)
Historic County Building at 7:00 amMAUI (5 miles)
Maui War Memorial Park Soccer Field at 7:00 am

Who can participate in the statewide Charity Walk and how do I register?
ANYBODY CAN! You do not have to be a hotel employee, or a member of the Hawai‘i Hotel & Lodging Association, or part of the visitor industry to participate. Invite your family, friends, neighbors, co workers, clients, schools, clubs, visitors/tourists … to join us in a morning of fun, food, fabulous entertainment and a little exercise to help raise funds for Hawaii‘s local charities. All walkers on Oahu, Big Island, and Maui are required to have a minimum of $35 for adults and $25 for those under 18 years of age (regardless of age including infants); and Kauai has a minimum of $35 for all walkers regardless of age to be collected in donations to participate in the CHARITY WALK.

For a rundown of FAQ’s and more information on how you can join in the fun, go to their official website!

Help the Kauai Food Bank

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SPRING FOOD DRIVE
through April 30, 2008

Look for your grocer bags and remittance envelopes in the Garden Island Newspaper on February 28. Drop off of healthy, non-perishable food items are accepted at every Fire Station on Kauai and at the Food Bank warehouse in Nawiliwili. For every dollar donated, it will bring a smile to those in need.

Not on the island but still want to contribute?  CLICK HERE to donate online to help out Kauai’s needy!

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