The annual benefit gala for the Pacific Cancer Foundation Aloha Kalikimaka is on Nov. 22 at the Yokouchi Estate in Wailuku.
Call the number to get your tickets if you haven’t already done so.
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Doing the #ALSIceBucketChallenge in Hawaii?
Donate local.
I had the pleasure of working with dedicated and passionate caregivers of the ALS Ohana of Hawaii, and the ice bucket challenge is great – raised millions for the cause, BUT, if there’s one thing I learned from them – it’s that help is needed NOW and your help matters NOW.
The national ALS organization use monies to find a cure for the disease. Meanwhile in Hawaii, caregivers need your help to build a network of support for those affected by the ALS. Please check them out and help.
Please visit their website noW: www.alsohana.org
Here is a poster board for one of the organization’s community outreach events –
My client, Ms. Debs sent me this photo later on –
So happy to be a part of ALS Ohana of Hawaii!
Gintong Pamana Leadership and Scholarship Awardees 2014
I chaired the last Chamber fundraiser and wanted to share the stories of these awesome leaders –
The Maui Filipino Chamber Foundation will award scholarships to nine graduating high school seniors and one Maui Culinary Academy student. “We are pleased to announce the 2014 Maui Filipino Chamber Foundation Scholarship Recipients”, said Melen Agcolicol, president of the Maui Filipino Chamber Foundation. “Each of the scholars excelled academically, received numerous awards, and are very active in the community. They are a shining example of Maui’s future. We congratulate them and look forward to their continued success.”
Bryson Josh Galapon. Parents: Bobby Cadiz Galapon and Bernadette Agodon Galapon. Maui HS. Plans to major in Physics/Mathematics at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. GPA of 4.224 with a class rank of 1. As the top ranked scholar, Galapon will receive the $2,000.00 Maui Filipino Chamber Foundation/Renato & Maria A.F. Etrata Foundation Scholarship.
Aileen Ballesteros. Parents: Alex Ballesteros and Elene Ballesteros. King Kekaulike HS. Plans to major in Business at University of Hawaii Maui College. GPA of 4.087 with a class rank of 4. Will receive the $1,000.00 Maui Filipino Chamber Foundation/Megan, Meredith & Mallory Bagoyo Scholarship in Business.
Rochelle Coloma. Parents: Erick Coloma and Rosemarie Coloma. Maui HS. Plans to major in Psychology at University of Hawaii at Manoa. GPA of 4.0 with a class rank of 1. Will receive the $1,000.00 Maui Filipino Chamber Foundation/Antonio Fartan Ayson Family Scholarship.
Kelcie Malia Molina. Parents: Michael J. Molina and Cielo E. Molina. Kamehameha Schools Maui. Plans to major in Environmental Science and Studies at Carleton College. GPA of 3.865. Will receive a $1,000.00 Maui Filipino Chamber Foundation Scholarship.
Alexandra Jeanel C. Pardico. Parents: Elmer A. Pardico and Jean C. Pardico. Maui HS. Plans to major in Biology at Gonzaga University. GPA of 4.060 with a class rank of 1. Will receive a $1,000.00 Maui Filipino Chamber Foundation Scholarship.
Alyssa Jane R. Rosaro. Parents: Samson Rosaro and Josephine Rosaro. Maui HS. Plans to major in Biology at Willamette University. GPA of 4.020 with a class rank of 1. Will receive a $1,000.00 Maui Filipino Chamber Foundation Scholarship.
Lorilei Visitacion. Parents: Jon Visitacion and the late Arlyn Visitacion. Lahainaluna HS. Plans to major in Chemistry or Biology at the University of Washington. GPA of 4.018 with a class rank of 1. Will receive a $1,000.00 Maui Filipino Chamber Foundation Scholarship.
Dayna Yoshimura. Parents: Gary Yoshimura and Michele Yoshimura. Maui HS. Plans to major in Engineering at University of Portland. GPA of 4.035 with a class rank of 1. Will receive a $1,000.00 Maui Filipino Chamber Foundation Scholarship.
Brian Tolentino Zamora. Parents: Afriquito Degracia Zamora Jr. and Annabel Tolentino Zamora. Maui HS. Plans to major in Political Science at University of San Francisco. GPA of 3.98 with a class rank of 23. Will receive the $1,000.00 Maui Filipino Chamber Foundation/Richard Caldito Sr. Scholarship.
Bernadette R. Bautista. Bautista has a 4.0 grade point average at the University of Hawaii-Maui College where she is enrolled in the Maui Culinary Academy after graduating in 2013 from Maui HS. Will receive the $1,000.00 Maui Filipino Chamber Foundation/Maui Culinary Academy Scholarship.
11 Chefs, 1 night: Kain na! Kokua for the Philippines
If you’re not going to this event, one thing’s for sure: you’ll miss out.
The Oct. 15 earthquake that struck Central Philippines left over 200 casualties and 340,000 displaced. Maui’s community of devoted chefs and friends gather for one night to raise funds for the American Red Cross-Philippine Earthquake fund.
Seats are limited so reserve your tickets now! Call Sharon Zalsos at 808.359.1616 or e-mail sharonzm@yahoo.com for your minimum donation of $50.
In the words of awesome Chef Jake Belmonte of Maui Culinary Academy on how this came about:
It was a hot and muggy Lahaina afternoon during the opening night of Plantation Days 2013, one week after the successful Maui Filipino Heritage Festival that gathered 6,000+ attendees.
A Philippine Flag was being dropped off as a booth decor commemorating the Filipinos that worked during the Plantation era. This was when Chef Jojo Vasquez approached me with his vision…..and all I said was “Sure!
Eliza Escano Vasquez, Chef Vasquez’s beautiful wife heard about the sad news and convinced him to ask is peers to come together and consider a benefit for the victims of the earthquake.
It didn’t take much convincing and soon, everyone was gathered at their home and plans were made.
The Chefs intend to showcase the Filipino bayanihan spirit – an image of the community carrying a house, an image of a community helping each other in time of need.
The event will showcase all-Filipino Chefs from distinguished establishments. Food prepared will all be Filipino-inspired and will surely showcase the Chef’s interpretations and creativity.
Lucky you reading this – some ‘plans’ were shared with me: binagoongan salmon, pusit guisado, made-to-order prawn crepes, pato (duck) sisig with fiery chili/adobo duck sonota, and kare-kare meatballs.
(salivate salivate)
I learned that there will also be a halo-halo bar with various dessert choices like white chocolate banana crêpe with ice cream and cassava cake.
While we all plan how hungry we will be for that evening, please remember that families displaced from the earthquake need a helping hand to get themselves back on their feet.
Here are some photos online:
The organizers partnered with American Red Cross to deliver funds raised.
The star for this event is you. Donate what you can and let me tell you, there is nothing else you can compare with the satisfaction of giving back.
Give back and everything else will be feel much better.
Besides, aren’t you curious what kare-kare meatballs would taste like?!
Here’s a flyer version of the poster I made:
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Healthy pets run to raise funds for food bank
Members of Pooch Fit Club – yes, our cute pet doggies – will have a benefit run to raise funds for the Maui Food Bank. The dogs won’t even know it, but this campaign will help the community fight hunger while the canines take control of their health. What a great way to kick-off the Thanksgiving season!
On Nov. 16 and 17, the pooch members will follow a strict workout timeline and aim to cover a total of 26 miles combined – a marathon distance. The community is invited to donate $1 per mile covered by sending checks payable to the Maui Food Bank to Pooch Fit, P.O. Box 880858, Pukalani, HI 96788.
Some dog owners in the Pooch Fit Facebook page have already pledged amounts – $26, $52, etc – showing total confidence in their best friends.
Pack leader and owner Dustin Metzler, started Pooch Fit Aug. 2012, fulfilling a dream of combing two things that he loves – fitness and pets. He would come to pick up his clients and take them on a whole new different level of “walking the dog.”
Here’s a video from Pooch Fit’s Facebook page – this client just can’t wait to go!
There are professional dog-walkers in hustle-bustle cities where owners just don’t have the luxury of time to let their dogs BE dogs. To me, dogs should be outdoors running around, slobbering, getting dirty and they should be making use of their natural animal instincts. Yes, some dogs probably prefer to be indoors or in purses, but MOST breeds deserve to know the difference between grass, sand, mud, concrete and wood. Caged dogs and dogs constricted of movement are just… sad.
Love your dog but got no time to walk with your dog? That’s where Dustin comes in.
Dustin is a marathon runner and fitness buff. His wife Stephanie is also a runner, a swimmer and a colleague 2nd dan black belt in Maui Karate Association.
From the Pooch Fit website, Dustin shares where the inspiration came from:
The inspiration came to me on an early August morning in 2012. I was training for the Maui Marathon, and would often run by upcountry homes with dogs in their backyard. I knew many of them wanted to break free and enjoy some time exercising and exploring.
I’ve always liked dogs, and wanted to figure out a way to give them their freedom, and at the same time create a business from it. Out of nowhere, the name “Pooch Fit” came to mind. As soon as the inspiration hit me, I knew without a doubt that it would work.
Brilliant. Just brilliant.
Here’s a screenshot of some members of the Pooch Fit Club from their website – just adorable!!! Dogs that interact with other dogs are healthier and happier dogs!
And yes folks – these pups are raising funds to fight hunger! Please donate $26, $52… or any amount to cheer them on! Besides, HOW can you resist?
All funds raised will be donated! Woof woof!
Lastly, let me share one of my favorite photos from Pooch Fit’s Facebook Page.
If I can be paid to ‘play with cats’ and feed their ego, I think Meow Fit would work!!
Umm… NO.
Maui Filipinos who made a difference #Mauifilam
In case you missed it, the historical display at the Maui FilAm Heritage Festival Oct. 12, 2013 featured 20 Maui Filipinos who made a difference. This year, the Maui Filipino Chamber of Commerce Foundation decided to give a preview of the Maui FilAm history by telling the stories of these outstanding people.
There were a lot more names to be considered, but nobody said the Chamber is stopping at 20. Feel free to comment and leave names below on who you think should be in the next round.
These images were displayed on 20×30 boards last festival. They were put together by Senator Gil Keith-Agaran (who is also included in the display), Melen Agcolicol of Copy Services, Alvin Santander and myself. Special thanks to Manong Leo Agcolicol (another featured individual), Atty. Ben Acob and my hapun assistant Deron Furukawa for helping put them up.
Here are the images – in no particular order. Please enjoy!
UPAAH Ilang-Ilang tree planting
CALLING ALL ISKOs and ISKAs in Maui! We are looking for you! Step forward and make yourselves known!
The University of the Philippines Alumni Association of Hawaii will have a tree planting event at the Bahay Kubo of Kepaniwai Park’s Heritage Garden in Iao Valley, Wailuku on Oct. 12 at 2 p.m. The group will plant an Ilang-Ilang tree, which is a common plant in the Philippines famous for its strong fragrance.
Poster credits: Photos from Dennis Bondocoy, UP oblation image by Ray Liongson, and layout by Kit Zulueta.
The event coincides with a month-long celebration of the Filipino community in Hawaii to commemorate the Filipino-American History Month. UPAAH was last spotted on Maui in 2009 where its members, together with the Maui Filipino Chamber of Commerce, planted a Narra tree – the Philippine national tree, which is now thriving at the same place.
Photos are available from the Narra Tree planting event from UPAAH member Dennis Bondocoy here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/
UPAAH President Carolyn Weygan intends to invite alumni of the distinguished university and consider forming a Maui chapter of the organization. The current Board of UPAAH includes PRO Kit Zulueta and Board Member CJ Ancheta, both Maui residents.
Distinguished members of the community and proud UP Alumni include Consul General Julius Torres of the Philippine Consulate of Honolulu, 2012 Lifetime Achievement Awardees Dr. Belinda ‘Lyndy’ Aquino and former President of the Filipino Community Center Geminiano ‘Toy’ Arre Jr.
The 2013 Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings proved that the University of the Philippines maintained its top place among other universities in the Philippines.
Members from Oahu look forward to joining fellow ‘iskolars ng bayan’ in the Valley Isle. An organizational meeting will follow the tree planting at the same venue.
All University of the Philippines alumni residing on Maui are encouraged to attend the event. For information, contact CJ Ancheta at 280-1616.
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Maui to go red against heart disease
Here’s another upcoming project! There are so many things going on this October and these little projects actually keep me sane. Well, I love working with super passionate people – especially the ladies of MauiGoRed.
On another note, I did lose a loved one – my precious Tito Ilz, from heart failure. It makes me feel so much better spreading awareness on how to have a healthier lifestyle. I would hate to lose another loved one. Health first!
Here’s the release and some images I put together for the Executive Committee:
PRESS RELEASE by:
American Heart Association, Maui Region
Kauwela Bisquera, Regional Director
(808) 244-7185
kauwela.a.bisquera@heart.org
Maui to Go Red against heart disease
WAILUKU, Hawaii – The Go Red for Women Executive Leadership Team invites the public to join in the quest to fight heart disease at the 2013 Go Red for Women Luncheon and Health Expo on Saturday, November 2 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at The Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui.
The event features a wide array of activities designed to raise awareness and generate funds such as health screenings, live demonstrations and a silent auction. And, back by popular demand, ‘Swag Bags’, filled with giveaway goodies and great educational material, will be given to the first 100 guests.
The centerpiece of the event is a three-course ‘heart-healthy’ lunch prepared by Chef Tylun Pang and a fashion show dubbed ‘Surviving,’ featuring women survivors of heart disease. One in three American women suffers from some form of heart disease making it the number 1 killer of women.
JoAn Gascon, who suffered from supraventricular tachycardia, a form of heart disease, ‘worked’ the cat walk at last year’s event as one of the models of the fashion show. “Since doing the surgery, I have not experienced any more episodes,” Gascon said. “I have taken steps to be healthier so I can watch my granddaughter grow up!”
As the Go Red for Women campaign’s national sponsor, Macy’s is committed to raising awareness of heart disease, and helping women to live longer, healthier lives. The Luncheon and Expo is locally sponsored by Maui Electric Company, and serving as Chairwoman of the 2013 Go Red for Women Luncheon & Health Expo is president Sharon Suzuki.
“We all have a loved one or know someone affected by a cardiovascular disease or stroke,” said Suzuki. “Preventative education and awareness is so very important and this event is an opportunity for all of us to come together as a community and be a part of the solution.”
The Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA) and Wailea Golf, LLC are other top level local sponsors.
To join the Luncheon and take advantage of the exciting offers at the Expo, registration is accepted online at www.mauigoredforwomen.org. Table sponsorships of 10 seats are still accepted and individual tickets at $100 donation per person may be reserved. Registration closes on October 28, 2013.
All proceeds benefit the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women movement research, education, community service and health advocacy programs for women.
The 2013 Go Red for Women Luncheon and Health Expo is also locally sponsored by Araki-Regan & Associates, Munekiyo & Hiraga, Employer’s Options, Maui Hotel & Lodging Association, Alexander & Baldwin, Inc./Hawaiian Commercial & Sugar, Inc., Kawahara & Co., CPAs, Inc., Monsanto Hawaii, Island Honda, American Savings Bank, United Auto Parts (NAPA), Aloha Eye Clinic, Maui Petroleum, Sempra U.S. Gas & Power and Sae Design.
The American Heart Association, Maui is always looking for passionate women to join the Go Red for Women Ambassadors who are willing to help “spread the red” of these important messages in our community. The ambassadors are volunteer leaders committed to raising awareness and saving lives from heart disease.
For more information on Go Red for Women visit www.goredforwomen.org, or call (808) 244-7185.
For more information on the Maui Go Red for Women Ambassadors, visit www.mauigoredforwomen.org, or find us on Facebook.com/MauiGoRed or follow us on Twitter @mauigored.
