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Wetland Restorations Under Way At Kawainui

October 17, 2012, 3:01 am
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Wetland Restorations Under Way At Kawainui

Rep. Cynthia Thielen The Kawainui Marsh Environmental Restoration Project is now under way, after decades of collaborative efforts between Kailua residents, community groups, and government officials and agencies on the city, state and federal levels. With the creation of 11 wetland pond cells within 37 acres at the mauka end of the marsh, this project is a significant step in restoring the natural wetland habitat for our native water birds. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is conducting the work in partnership with the state Department of Land and Natural Resources' Division of Fish and Wildlife (DoFaW). The Kawainui-Hamakua Marsh Complex received international recognition in 2005 when it was designated as a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance (visit ramsar.org). While there are many people and organizations that have helped secure protections for the marsh, there are a couple women in particular who played instrumental roles in raising awareness of Kawainui's unique, valuable resources and securing its protection and restoration. Muriel Seto worked to protect the marsh from the 1960s and continued her efforts for decades through her leadership in Hawaii's Thousand Friends and other groups. Her commitment and dedication to this goal were outstanding, and we owe her our gratitude. Donna Wong has carried on this tradition at HTF, for which we are equally fortunate. Facts about Kawainui Marsh • It encompasses approximately 830 acres and is Hawaii's largest remaining wetland habitat. • It is located in what was once the center of a caldera of the Ko‘olau shield volcano and is considered sacred by the Native Hawaiian people. • It provides an important habitat for four endangered species of native Hawaiian water birds: ae‘o kukuluao (stilt), ‘alae ke‘oke‘o (coot), koloa maoli (duck) and ‘alae ‘ula (gallinule). • There are many important cultural sites in and around the marsh, including three heiau, the largest fish pond (450 acres), numerous ancient lo‘i and 1,500-year-old settlement sites. • It provides critical flood control and sediment filtration that protects and benefits thousands of residents and the entire Kailua Bay ecosystem. • It is one of only 34 United States wetlands on the Ramsar list. It was added to the list Feb. 2, 2005 and was the second Pacific Islands wetland to receive the Wetland of International Importance designation (after the Marshall Islands' Jaluit Atoll in 2004). • The Ramsar Convention initially convened Feb. 2, 1971 in Ramsar, Iran and is an international treaty for the conservation and sustainable utilization of wetlands. It has designated 2,040 sites worldwide.

Wetland Restorations Under Way At Kawainui

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Hallo-Wine Party Helps YMCA Kids

October 17, 2012, 3:01 am
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Tickets are on sale now for Windward YMCA's annual gala, the Hallo-Wine wine tasting and silent auction, set for 5:30 to 9 p.m. Oct. 27 at the Koolau Ballrooms Atrium. All proceeds will be used to send low-income children to YMCA Camp Erdman for a weeklong camp experience. The evening includes a costume contest with "great prizes," fine wines from Tamura's, heavy pupus, music by Walt Keale and a silent auction. Tickets cost $65 before Oct. 20 and $70 afterward or at the door. YMCA members pay $50, seniors and military pay $55. Sponsor tables of eight are available for $650. For reservations or to donate a silent auction item, call 261-0808.

Hallo-Wine Party Helps YMCA Kids

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Focus on Windward Oahu

October 17, 2012, 3:01 am
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Surf Festival Offers Films, Waves, Crafts

October 17, 2012, 3:01 am
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The Lanikai Surf Festival is back for a second year with great surf-related activities Friday and Saturday at Lanikai Community Center. Friday features two classic films starting at 7:30 p.m.: Innermost Limits of Pure Fun by George Greenough and Morning of the Earth with amazing footage of 1970s surfing legends Gerry Lopez and Barry Kanaiapuni. The former explores the "tube" from the inside out. Saturday's events start at 7 a.m. with registration for a 2.4-mile stand-up paddleboard race. The race starts at the Kaiolena access point at 8 a.m. Categories include 12-foot and under surfboard style boards, 14-foot and under race boards, and keiki and their pets. These categories will be split into men, women and keiki under 14 years of age. (Race fee is $45 and includes a Lanikai Surf Festival rash guard and other great prizes.) A craft fair opens at 10 a.m. with a beach theme, selling art, jewelry, surf products, bikinis and more to benefit Access Surf/Wounded Warrior Project and Lanikai Park. A second movie night begins at 7:30 p.m. with Bustin' Down the Door, which tells of the uphill battle the Aussies and South Africans faced coming to surf the North Shore. Food will be provided on both nights, but bring your own drinks. Volunteers still are needed and can email libriem001@hawaii.rr.com or call 478-7973.

Surf Festival Offers Films, Waves, Crafts

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Pope Plant Partners Come To Bellows’ Aid

October 17, 2012, 3:01 am
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Pope Plant Partners Come To Bellows' Aid

It was more than just a day at the beach Sept. 29, when Blanche Pope Elementary students partnered with the military and other adults on the Bellows Sand Dunes Restoration Project. The morning involved a concentrated team effort to plant 1,000 native plants on the eroded shoreline at Bellows Air Station, plus prepare the ground by clearing up nature's debris beneath the ironwood trees. The 18 students — all members of teacher Eda Kaneakua's "Be" team of fourth-, fifthand sixth-graders — had an outing they won't soon forget. (Another favorite memory of the day, she noted, was the unlimited supply of Subway sandwiches for lunch.) "What was really cool is that the kids got to partner with UH graduate students on their science projects — which could lead to better projects by our students," said Kaneakua, who plans to return to Bellows with selected students to follow up on the project twice a week. "It definitely made an impression on them," she added. "I told them to focus on someday telling their moolelo about how they helped to save Bellows' sand dunes." The restoration, also called Malama Kahakai, was rich in cultural elements, as shared by Roy Brooks of Waimanalo Hawaiian Civic Club and the nonprofit Ho‘olua. Brooks called it "a culturally pono project," with the children helping fulfill the dreams of their kupuna. "The role of our keiki, in how we reclaim much of our ancestral lands, is really dependent on how they are able to continue to plant and nurture what they have sown into the aina," he said afterward. "How wonderful it was to watch these keiki toil in the early morning sun, with no other thought in mind than ‘let's make this day pono for all who have gathered here.' " "Our vision is to make Bellows as beautiful as Polihale Beach on Kauai," Kaneakua said. "And we want the kids to know that things only happen if they participate. So if you want something to be better, be a part of it." Joining Bellows, Blanche Pope, Ho‘olua and the civic club in the continuing project partnership are the UH Environmental Studies Program and National Environmental Education Fund.

Pope Plant Partners Come To Bellows’ Aid

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What’s Up in Windward Oahu

October 17, 2012, 3:01 am
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Wednesday October 17 Candidates on keiki Good Beginnings Alliance has a candidates forum at 6:30 p.m. at Blanche Pope Elementary cafeteria on early childhood issues with state House and Senate candidates. Call 531-5502. Windward forums State Rep. Jessica Wooley has a "talk story" at 5:30 p.m. in Ahuimanu Elementary cafeteria. Call 586-8540. Clearing clutter Marilyn Nagel leads "Clutter Free for Life" workshops from 6 to 8:30 tonight and 9:30 a.m. to noon Saturday in Hale Kuhina 106 at WCC for $25. Call 235-7433. Folkdance theater Eth-Noh-Tec, a kinetic Asian American Story Theater, performs at 6:30 p.m. at Kaneohe Library (233-5676), 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Kailua Library (266-9911) and 10 a.m. Oct. 25 at Kahuku Library (293-8935). Chi Kung class "Tai Chi and Chi Kung" begins at 9:45 a.m. in Hale Kuhina 115 at WCC. Fee is $9. Register at 235-7433. Thursday October 18 Friends meeting Friends of Kailua Library have their annual meeting, with refreshments, at 9 a.m. at the library. Call 266-9911. Breast cancer Dr. Ryan Albritton has a free seminar at 6:30 p.m. at Castle Wellness Center on advances in breast cancer detection. He's certified in diagnostic radiology. Call 263-5400. Doc walk Dr. Sonny Wong leads a 30-minute rejuvenating walk at 8 a.m., starting at Whole Foods Kailua and ending with a free snack and health talk. Call 227-5549. Movie night Kailua Sailboards & Kayaks at Kailua Beach Center screens The Rain Follows the Forest at 6 p.m. in the Eco-Lounge, with refreshments, games, crafts and speakers. Call 262-2555. Elder abuse Valorie Taylor, gerontology programs director for Child and Family Service, leads a free talk on "Elder Abuse: Can it Happen to Me or Someone I Know?" at 12:15 p.m. at Windward YMCA, sponsored by Kaiser Permanente. Register at 261-0808. Drug prevention State law enforcement officer Keith Kamita leads a drug prevention/awareness workshop at 6 p.m. in Castle High library. Register at 233-5600, ext. 2236. Friday October 19 Keolu fun fair Keolu Elementary School has its fun fair from 3 to 8 p.m. with entertainment, games, food, prizes, crafts and a country store. Call 266-7818. Bluegrass music The Saloon Pilots entertain from 8:30 to 11 p.m. at Big City Diner Kailua on Hekili Street. Call 263-8880. Pub music Busekrus plays at Kailua Town Pub & Grill from 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. at 26 Hoolau St. Cover is $5. Call 230-8444. Saturday October 20 Makahiki Lili‘uokalani Children's Center (Punaluu) and Pa Ku‘i A Lua have a makahiki, starting with a 6:30 a.m. procession followed by traditional games for ages 5 and older. Call 293-8577. Writing retreats Lillian Cunningham leads a writing retreat from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at WCC. Fee is $8 in advance or $10 at the door. Call 235-7433. Kahaluu hike Hawaiian Trail & Mountain Club leads a 4-mile intermediate hike to Ulupaina ridge in Kahaluu at 8 a.m. Go to htmclub.org. Kanikapila Ledward Kaapana and Mike Kaawa play at 4 p.m. at Kanikapila in Kailua in the parking garage at Kailua Town Center. Call 263-7073. Crafts and cars Windward Church of the Nazarene has a craft fair and car wash from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bay View Golf Park. Call 888-9386. Craft fair Pohai Nani has its craft fair and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 45-090 Namoku St., including a silent auction, "hidden treasures" and shuttles from street parking to the grounds. Call 236-7805. Hot rods East End Hot Rod Club has a classic car show from 5 to 9 p.m. in Windward Mall's Sears parking lot. Bring food for Hawaii Foodbank. Call 235-1143. Stream help Hui o Koolaupoko volunteers meet from 8 to 11 a.m. to restore Heeia Stream's eroding banks. Call 381-7202. Marsh help Kailua Hawaiian Civic Club and Ahahui i ka Lokahi meet from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to restore Na Pohaku o Hauwahine in Kawainui marsh. Call 263-8008. Little League Kaneohe Little League registers players from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. today and Sunday, and 6:30 to 8 p.m. Oct. 23 in Windward Mall's Sears wing. Fee is $75. Email toby.holt@kaneohelittleleague.org. Harvest fair Kailua Christian Church has a bazaar and harvest fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 317 Manono St., with baked goods, preserves, arts and crafts, a silent auction, rummage sale, plants, games, food and prayer tents. Call 261-0125. Art guild workshops Windward Artists Guild has a workshop with Edward Garcia III from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Ho‘omaluhia Botanical Garden. Call 375-9643. Sunday October 21 Slack key music John Keawe plays slack key at 3 p.m. at Kaneohe Library. Call 233-5676. Steak and auction Kailua High Band Boosters host a Steak Dinner & Silent Auction from 4:30 to 7 p.m. in the cafeteria for $10 — take out, dine in or walk in. Email reginafaloha@gmail.com. Buddy walk Hawaii's Buddy Walk for Down Syndrome Awareness Month starts at 10 a.m. at Windward Mall. Email dsoh@keikiokaaina.org. Water show Hawaii Mermaid and Friends present a free synchronized swimming water show with a Halloween theme at 3 p.m. at Windward YMCA. Call 261-0808. Monday October 22 Arthritis walkers A "Walk with Ease" exercise and information series meets at the mall at 8:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday starting today. Fee is $25. Call 247-6211, ext. 1107. Library closure Kailua Library and its bookstore, parking lot and book drop close today for major roof replacement. (A headline in last week's article gave the wrong date.) Tuesday October 23 Christmas ideas Free tips on affordable holiday gift ideas, decorations and food are planned at 9:45 a.m. at Kailua District Park. Call 729-3938. Kahuku Halloween Kahuku Library presents "A Very Grimm Library" at 6 p.m. with games, music, storytelling, a photo booth, zombie walk and zombie refreshments. Costumed characters are welcome. Call 293-8935.

What’s Up in Windward Oahu

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Knights, Surfriders Benefit From Local Business Support

October 17, 2012, 3:01 am
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Kailua won the 2012 Hammer Trophy game from rival Castle, but both football programs are winners in the larger picture, thanks to Hardware Hawaii (HH). The local business created and funded the trophy in 2009 and recently gave monetary donations to both schools. The gift comes at a good time, as community support is more vital than ever, given the economy and the rising costs of running an athletic department. "It definitely helps us, and it's a pleasant surprise," said Kailua athletic director Ramona Takahashi. "It lessens our fundraising responsibilities. We do a lot of fundraising to keep up with expenses." Castle head football coach Nelson Maeda said he's "very appreciative" of the donation and HH's continued sponsorship and involvement in the local rivalry. "It was a pleasant and unexpected surprise on the thoughtfulness and generosity of David Lundquist and staff." Founded in 1954, Hardware Hawaii opened its first store at Kailua Shopping Center. Lundquist oversees the company, which was founded by his parents, Mary and Dana. HH has been a big supporter of Windward sports since then, including the Hammer Trophy, which is updated every year with the latest game score. Lundquist watched that very first Castle-Kailua game back in 1955, according to HH marketing director Mark Haworth. "As we move into the future," he said, "we'll look for other ways to help them." Castle gets a huge boost this year with the completion of a state-funded $5 million renovation of its stadium, with artificial field turf among the upgrades. Still, day-to-day operating costs remain high. "Outside support is crucial to our program," Maeda said. "The schools can provide only for our basic program needs; others have to be fund-raised or financed through the players' own shallow pockets. In addition to Hardware Hawaii, we have been fortunate that Meadow Gold Dairies has been, and continues to be, a longtime sponsor. Without them, our mission is that much more difficult. "There's bus transportation, team uniforms, equipment ($400 per player), practice equipment and attire, meals, etc. It costs thousands of dollars, so every little bit helps."

Knights, Surfriders Benefit From Local Business Support

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Deadline Nov. 1 For 50th Kaneohe Parade

October 24, 2012, 2:13 pm
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Kaneohe Christmas Parade chairwoman Ku'ulei Olsen Richardson is seeking final entries for the march, which will begin at 9 a.m. Dec. 1, moving along Kamehameha Highway from Windward Mall to Castle High School. "It will be the parade's 50th anniversary," she said last week, "and we have 25 units already." Richardson added that she expects 40 small and large floats, vehicles and marching units and as many at 5,000 participants at final count. This year's theme is "Hawaii Five-0," and grand marshals Art Machado (long-time parade coordinator) and MidWeek regional editor Carol Chang will lead the way, followed by at least five high school bands, the Royal Hawaiian Band, Marine Forces Pacific Band, Shriners Band, two tae kwon centers, JROTC units, veterans, halaus, Boy and Girl Scout troops, schools, elders, halaus, churches, politicians and more. Santa's elves will pass out 1,500 pounds of candy along the route, courtesy of Yamashiro Building Supply. Entry forms are due Nov. 1 ($45 for nonprofits, $65 for commercial) and are available at American Savings Bank at Windward City Shopping Center, L & M Consultants at Kaneohe Atrium and Rich Pedrina's hula studio at Windward Mall (Sears wing, second floor). A late fee will be assessed after that date. A mandatory meeting for all marchers is Nov. 13. Parade T-shirts, a key fundraiser, go on sale Nov. 1 at Kaneohe Bakery, Koolau Pets and at all Kaneohe banks, priced from $9 to $16. Proceeds help with parade costs, which have gone up this year. According to Richardson, the city's formerly free service of traffic control will now cost $2,710. Monetary gifts also are welcome to Kaneohe Christmas Parade, P.O. Box 412, Kailua HI 96734. The parade is applying for nonprofit designation. For details, call 348-2749.

Deadline Nov. 1 For 50th Kaneohe Parade

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King Students Art Up At Zippy’s

October 24, 2012, 2:14 pm
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What's in a name?, King Intermediate students asked themselves, and then transformed their own names into unique designs that are now on view for diners at Zippy's Restaurant, next to Kaneohe Post Office. Several students of art teacher Jean Noguchi have created "haunted house" designs; still others have interpreted their names using line, texture, pattern and composition, creating creative, colorful and unique decor for the popular restaurant's walls. See them while you can. The Cobra talent crew consists of Gideon-Streammark Ryder-Duncan, Caleb Kukahiko, Dylan Dudoit, Jaylen Uyemura-Lee, Jordan Garcia, Lillian Stafford, Destiny Marrero, Ciana Rivera, Timothy Leong, Zhane Chang-Holloway, Kahanu Gerona, Chauncey Kukahiko, Allen Matsumoto, Travez Saizon, Casey Abregano, Aiden Fike, Makena Scott, Seth Dick-Correa, Jessica Kaupiko, Ulrich Kawai Naki, Siale Ngaue, Kino Sawchuck, Hailey Waiki, Kayd Duarte, Kaia Moon, Shayla Moura, Taelyn Uyehara, Hiilani AlinaKamark, Amaia Goris-Gibson, Kade Kaupiko, Ava Skonecki, Brycen Kawamoto and Kekoa Martinez-Laa.

King Students Art Up At Zippy’s

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HPU Stirring Up Chekhov Tales

October 24, 2012, 2:18 pm
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HPU Stirring Up Chekhov Tales

HPU Theatre will mark its 20th anniversary of bringing excellent theater to the Windward side by staging its fall production Nov. 2-Dec. 2 in Paul and Vi Loo Theater at the college's Hawaii Loa campus. Neil Simon's The Good Doctor also unites the talent of two local theaters, featuring Tom Holowach - Paliku Theatre manager - in the lead role, with fellow actors David Starr, Fabienne Flandre-Herold, Gabriel Hatton, Hailey Farah, Jakob Grube Madsen, Julia Ubrankovics, Larry Bialock, Sara Cate Langham, Tim Dyke and Becky and Melinda Maltby. "I would say that The Good Doctor is a delightful combination from two genius playwrights, Neil Simon and Anton Chekhov," said director Joyce Maltby. "Although different in their approach, both have the ability to see the comedy in everyday life, even in poignant situations. "Neil Simon calls this play a vaudeville, since it is filled with a wonderful assortment of sketches, lots of comedy, some reminiscent of Monty Python and even Seinfeld." The play features a series of heartwarming, humorous sketches that explore the human condition, ranging from seduction to dentistry, from prostitution to auditions, and everything in between. Audiences can view The Good Doctor Nov. 2-4, 8-11, 15-18, 21, 23-25, 29-30 and Dec. 1-2. The curtain goes up at 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 4 p.m. Sundays. Tickets cost $20 general admission, $15 for seniors, military, students and HPU faculty and staff, and $5 for HPU students. There are other discounts available for Thursday performances. For reservations, call 375-1282.

HPU Stirring Up Chekhov Tales

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Art Exhibit Expert Puts On His Own Show

October 24, 2012, 2:20 pm
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Visit Gallery 'Iolani at Windward Community College between Sunday and Nov. 25 and you'll find yourself on a visual journey induced by the interplay of space, light and artistic media. The special exhibit, Tom Klobe Retrospective, is part of the college's 40th anniversary celebration, and it showcases the work of the exhibition master himself. Klobe, a Maunawili resident, was the University of Hawaii gallery director for 29 years (retiring in 2006). He also taught courses in 2-D and 3-D design, exhibition design, museum interpretation and medieval and Islamic art history. Before that, he spent a productive 10 years creating his own art - more than 60 sculptures and paintings that make use of light and Plexiglas. A Peace Corp volunteer in Iran from 1964 to '66, Klobe also documented, in photographs, the unique people and places that became dear to his heart, from "the eastern edge of the Mediterranean to the far shores of the Indian subcontinent," as he writes in his bio. "Art, science and religion come together in my work," he states. "In the ideas of an art movement of the 1960s called Minimalism, I found a means of expressing my experiences living in the deserts of the Middle East where three of the great religions of the world originated." His photography from his time in Iran, plus 18 pieces of his artwork will be on display at the Gallery 'Iolani exhibit, as will his new book, Exhibitions: Concept, Planning and Design. The book presents 50 case studies of exhibitions he produced in Hawaii. A video also will elaborate on some of the exhibitions. Klobe will sign copies of his book at the opening reception, set for 2-5 p.m. Sunday, and he will return from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Nov. 4, 11, 18 and 25 for talk story sessions. Gallery hours are 1-5 p.m. Sunday through Friday. For more information visit gallery.wcc.hawaii.edu or call 236-9155.

Art Exhibit Expert Puts On His Own Show

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Kahuku Linebacker Looks To BYU Play After Prep Finale

October 24, 2012, 2:21 pm
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Statistically speaking, even the harshest critic would be hard-pressed to find room for improvement within the Kahuku defense. Linebacker Johnny "Ku J" Tapusoa is still searching for that perfect game, however. And the post-season is a good time, he figures, for him and his teammates to play the perfect game. "Honestly, there's always room for improvement - especially with the defense," said Tapusoa. "We've been doing really good, but I feel like there's more work to do. I think we can hold teams to less yards. We still have a lot to work on. We can't peak now or we're going to lose." Tapusoa's future has more football in it - regardless of how the rest of 2012 plays out. He recently verbally committed to a football scholarship from BYU for next fall, freeing him up to think only of finishing his career at Kahuku in style. "I'm relieved (to have chosen a school), and it takes pressure off of my parents," he laughed, noting the high costs of a college education. Long before he became one of the top college prospects in the state, however, Tapusoa's football dreams were all Red Raider-related. "That's everybody's dream living here - you always want to play for the Red Raiders," he said. "I have a legacy to live up to here, and it motivates me to play hard, but those are big shoes to fill if you want to play for Kahuku." Tapusoa didn't lack for good examples in the community when he was growing into the player he has become. Within his own household, older brother Tima, who starred on Kahuku's 2008 and 2009 teams, and who is currently at Mesa Community College, was a good role model. (Ku J also proudly noted the arrival of a new brother to the family last week - "Baby Andy.") "Even though he wasn't a linebacker, I always looked up to him," he said of Tima. "I also followed Shiloah Te'o (Kahuku/OSU) and Manti Te'o (Punahou/Notre Dame), who's from the community, and Al Afalava (Kahuku/OSU/Chicago Bears/Tennessee Titans)." Among players in the pro ranks, Tapusoa likes veteran Ray Lewis. "The Baltimore Ravens, that's my favorite team." Tapusoa's hard-hitting style is only one of his strengths. He's a student of the game, whose smarts on the field rubs off on those around him. Kahuku's defense returned eight starters from last year's state champion team, giving them one of their most experienced units in recent years, and the results have reflected their veteran leadership. The Red Raiders are giving up 7.7 points per game and only 33 rushing yards per outing. Five of Kahuku's opponents have been held to one score or less. Last year, a broken collarbone sidelined him for a handful of games, but Tapusoa healed quickly to return in time for team's OIA semifinal win as well as the last three games. His veteran leadership has been key this year. "Knowing the schemes of our defense helps us the most. At linebacker, you get to hit a lot. I was 8 when I first started playing, and I loved it - just running around with my friends and getting a feel for it (football). "When we knocked each other down, we'd brag about it in school," he added with a laugh.

Kahuku Linebacker Looks To BYU Play After Prep Finale

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Kahaluu Broncos Are No Ka ‘Oi

October 24, 2012, 2:23 pm
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Kahaluu Broncos Are No Ka ‘Oi

The Kahaluu-Heeia Broncos' collective cohesiveness has paid huge dividends this fall in the MiteyMite Division of the Oahu Pop Warner Football League. Although the word "veteran" isn't easily applied to a team of 7-, 8- and 9-year-olds, that is exactly what the Broncos have, according to head coach Chico Furtado. "The biggest thing is that we have 19 returnees from last year and, having so many, they understand what we do and how we do things," said Furtado, who is also girls varsity basketball head coach at Maryknoll. "Ten of our 11 offensive starters were with us last year. Our quarterback, our two slot receivers and our running back all were first-year players a year ago, but they're back." The Broncos entered their season finale last weekend with Manoa, still undefeated at 7-0. Next up, they hope to play a post-season game at Aloha Stadium and were awaiting word from the league. Although there's no playoff system in place at the Mitey-Mite Division (as there is for the older divisions), a final game is usually scheduled between a West and East/Windward program to give the players a chance to play in Aloha Stadium. "We hope we get to play there again," said Furtado, whose Broncos played Ewa last year in just such a Windward-v-West matchup. Even so, the 2012 season has already been one to remember for Kahaluu. On the field, defense has largely been the team's forte. Kahaluu had given up only one score in its seven games heading into last weekend, that coming late in the fourth quarter of a lopsided victory. Indeed, the Broncos' first-team defensive unit has surrendered no points in their seven games. Keani Yadao, the Broncos' defensive line coach a year ago, currently serves as defensive coordinator. Making defensive efforts all the more impressive is that strict rules govern defensive play in the MiteyMites Division. With that in mind, all defenses must play a six-man front in the line, and linebackers are not allowed to blitz. "Taking that into consideration, he's done a great job," said Furtado. "He's coordinated the defense really well, and the kids have bought into playing well on defense." Depth and team unity also have been big factors in Kahaluu's success. "We've been able to minimize using two-way players. We have only three kids having to go both ways, while most teams usually have six or seven. We've had the luxury of using only a few. Our offense and defense can stay fresh, and conditioning is not a problem for us in the fourth quarter." Kahaluu's biggest game to date came in week seven versus Kapahulu, which also was unbeaten. The game was scoreless deep into the fourth quarter until the Broncos put together a late drive to eke out a 6-0 victory. "We had to grind it out to score with three minutes remaining," Furtado said. 2012 Kahaluu-Heeia Mitey-Mites Division Games Kahaluu 26, Waimanalo 0 Kahaluu 20, Hawaii Young Warriors 0 Kahaluu 20, Kailua 0 Kahaluu 33, Hawaii Kai 6 Kahaluu 26, Kalani 0 Kahaluu 32, Kaneohe 0 Kahaluu 6, Kapahulu 0

Kahaluu Broncos Are No Ka ‘Oi

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E-waste Disposal This Week

October 24, 2012, 2:25 pm
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This week is a good time for Windward residents and businesses to get rid of obsolete electronic waste (e-waste) with two major collection drives scheduled. * Aloha United Way benefits from drives sponsored by Pacific Corporate Solutions, including a collection from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday at HPU's Hawaii Loa campus, and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Kailua Intermediate School. Items don't need to be in working order. There are two dozen acceptable items, ranging from computer hardware and accessories to phones, cameras, stereo equipment, cords and cables. PCS also offers free drop-off at its Halawa facility. For details, call 488-8870 or visit ewastehawaii.com/blog. * University of Hawaii systems schools are participating in Education & Government eWaste Disposal Days, with household recyclers welcome Saturday and preregistered businesses (plus military, nonprofits, schools and government agencies) Thursday and Friday at Windward Community College and other UH campuses. Hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at all sites. The colleges will accept most "end-of-life" computer systems and accessories, handheld devices, office equipment, and audio and video equipment. Not acceptable are household appliances, contaminated equipment, damaged CRT screens, microwaves, etc. To preregister, go to hawaii.edu/ewaste.

E-waste Disposal This Week

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What’s Up in Windward Oahu

October 24, 2012, 2:39 pm
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Wednesday October 24 Parental stress Kaneohe Community Family Center has a parent workshop at 6 p.m. at Ben Parker Elementary cafeteria on "Handling Stress, Yours and Your Child's." Guest speaker is Kaneohe super nanny Kathy Bentley. Call 235-7747. Rail talk HART executive director Daniel Grabauskas speaks to Kaneohe Business Group at its luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Pohai Nani. The public is welcome, and lunch fee is $15. Reservations are due Oct. 22 to 479-8905. The group also will honor military personnel. Food classes Castle Medical Center offers "French Country Cooking" at 6:30 p.m. in the Wellness Center, as part of its Eat Well for Life series. For fees and reservations (two days ahead), call 263-5400. Dried wreaths Joyce Chinen leads three classes in "ABC's of Dried Wreath Making" at 9:30 a.m. today, Oct. 31 and Nov. 7 at Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden. Fee is $20 each. Call 233-7323. Haunted lagoon Polynesian Cultural Center has Haunted Lagoon rides today through Oct. 31 (except Sunday), with departures at 6:30 p.m. Kamaaina tickets cost $19.50 and $14.50. Milder "keiki canoes" run from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Call 293-3333. Windward forum State Rep. Jessica Wooley hosts a forum on flooding, bridge repairs and other resident concerns from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at Waiahole Elementary cafeteria. Call 586-8540. Acupressure class "Self-Acupressure for Memory" begins at 9:45 a.m. in Hale Kuhina 115 at WCC. Fee is $9. The next class is "Self-Acupressure for Stress Reduction" Oct. 31. Register in advance at 235-7433. Thursday October 25 Folkdance theater The kinetic Asian American Story Theater Eth-Noh-Tec performs at 10 a.m. at Kahuku Library. Call 293-8935. Storytelling night King Intermediate hosts a book fair, chili dinner and storytelling focused on "Asian Myths and Folktales" with Eth-Noh-Tec (see above entry) at 5 p.m. in the cafeteria. All King families, plus parents and grade 4-6 students from the feeder schools are invited. Dinner costs $2. RSVP by today to 233-5727, ext. 231. Friday October 26 BYUH market BYUH has a farmers market from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. today and every other Friday in Aloha Center, welcoming shoppers and new vendors from the surrounding communities. Call 675-3570. Piano recital Ernest Chang's piano students perform a free public recital at 7 p.m. in Pohai Nani auditorium. Call 235-5025. Field of terror Kailua Project Grad presents a Field of Terror from 7 to 10:30 tonight and Saturday, and Oct. 31 at Waimanalo Country Farms, 41-225 Lupe St., for ages 8 and older, featuring "Haunted Hayride" and "Maze of Fear." Admission is $15, or $25 for both. Call 306-4381. Thriller Surfer the Bar hosts "Thriller" night from 9 p.m. at Turtle Bay Resort with a Michael Jackson tribute, costume contest, photo wall and more. Admission is $15 or $10 with costume, or $5 with Michael Jackson costume. Call 293-6000. Pub music Kailua Town Pub & Grill presents music by Missing Dave from 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., and a Halloween party with Freesound Oct. 31 at 26 Hoolau St. Cover is $5. Call 230-8444. Saturday October 27 PAL basketball Police Activities League has basketball signups for ages 6 to 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. today and Sunday at Kaneohe District Park. Fee is $20. Call 722-2426. Monster ball Hawaii Animal Sanctuary throws a "Big Hairy Monster Ball and Benefit" from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Tunnels in Kailua (221 Iliana St.). Tickets cost $30 pre-sale or $35 at the door, all benefitting HAS. Planned are killer cuisine, psychotic psychics, murderous massage, a costume contest and live music. Call 255-9839. Bingo and tea A Cup of Tea hosts Bingo Night at 6 p.m. with a buffet menu and a costume contest at 407 Uluniu St. #101. Call 230-8832. Pumpkins, Costumes Mo-Jo's Sports Bar & Grill has a pumpkin-carving contest at 8 p.m. (BYOP) and a costume contest at 10, with plenty of karaoke at 45-1034 Kamehameha Hwy. Call 234-6656. Harvest fun Waimanalo Country Farms hosts a free Fall Harvest and Pumpkin Patch from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and Sunday at 41-225 Lupe St. Call 306-4381. Marsh sites Martha Yent and Paul Brennan lead an interpretive tour of archaeology and historic sites in Kawainui Marsh from 8:30 a.m to 12:30 p.m. Donation is $10. Reserve a space at 263-8008. Tie dying Stir Crazy Hawaii has a Halloween Tie Dye workshop (for T-shirts and costumes) in three sessions - at 9:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. at 371 Ilimalia Loop. Fee is $20. Call 220-5691. Windward art The Windward Artists Guild's members exhibition closes today at the Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden gallery. Call 375-9643. Haunted hotel Kalaheo Project Grad volunteers open their Haunted Hotel today in the gym, with family visits from 3 to 5:30 p.m. and "extra creepy" time from 6 to 10 p.m. Admission is $5. Also planned: a bounce house, food and a dunk tank. Call 254-7900, ext. 283. Habitat briefing Honolulu Habitat for Humanity shares homeownership information at 9:30 a.m. at Waimanalo District Park. Call 538-7070. Business expo Kailua Chamber of Commerce's Windward Business Expo runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today and Sunday at Le Jardin Academy, with workshops, exhibitors, prize drawings, etc. A Keiki Business Expo is open from noon to 3 p.m. Call 261-7997. Soil workshop Mulkern Landscaping has a free workshop on soil basics at 10 a.m. at its Waimanalo nursery, 41-639 Kaulukano St. RSVP to 396-6595. Run & Read signups Preregister at flpregister.com ($15) by today for the Run & Read 1-mile fun run, set for 8:30 a.m. Nov. 4 at WCC and sponsored by Windward School District, community groups and businesses. Families can do the run, then enjoy reading activities and refreshments. Call 235-7747. Blood drives Hawaii Blood Bank has donor drives from 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. today at Kaneohe Bay Shopping Center, 8 a.m.-2:45 p.m. Oct. 29 at Kahuku High, and 8:15 a.m.-2:45 p.m. Oct. 30 at Le Jardin Academy. Call 848-4770. Eldridge concert BYUH presents an evening of contemporary jazz and Latin-inspired music at 7:30 p.m. in McKay Auditorium, featuring Peter Eldridge and Crosscurrent, the college's faculty improv ensemble. Admission is $3 and $2. Call 675-3892. Hallo-wine gala Windward YMCA has its Hallo-Wine gala from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at Koolau Ballrooms Atrium. Tickets cost $70. Call 261-0808. Art guild workshop Windward Artists Guild's David Friedman leads an "Understanding Color" workshop at 9:30 a.m. at Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden. Fee is $20 for non-members. Call 375-9643. Sunday October 28 Polo match Honolulu Polo Club's final match of the season is the Colin Ogawa Cup at 3 p.m. at Waimanalo polo field. Call 396-0494. Monday October 29 Back to school deadline Deadline is today for parents to RSVP to King Intermediate's Nov. 2 Back-to-School Day. Call 233-5727, ext. 231. String quartet Chamber Music Hawaii presents the Galliard String Quartet performing works of Beethoven, Turina and Bartok at 7:30 p.m. at Paliku Theatre. Call 489-5038. Tuesday October 30 Movie night Kahuku Library screens Marvel's The Avengers at 5:30 p.m. in a free family movie night. Call 293-8935. Aquaculture WCC presents a free public Chemistry Forum on aqua-culture and aquaponics with specialist Clyde Tamura at 1 p.m. in Hale Imiloa 111. Call 236-9120. Gleemen concert The Gleemen Plus sing pop choral music in a free public recital at 7 p.m. in Pohai Nani auditorium. Call 235-5025.

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Camp Erdman Pitching Halloween Camp To Area Families

October 24, 2012, 2:41 pm
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The Halloween spirit is alive and well at YMCA's Camp Erdman this weekend on the North Shore with its annual Halloween Family Camp featuring sports, activities, camp fires, a costume contest, trick-or-treating, a haunted house and other ghostly fun. "All they need to do is bring their bags because we've got cabins, bunk beds, hot showers, and all their meals are provided," said marketing director Lisa Ontai. "We have families who make it a tradition because they just love it - it's the easiest camping you can ever do on this island." The camp is open to all ages, from keiki to kupuna, and it's an approach that families like, said senior program director Andrew Vanderwege. "The camps are great times to come together as a family," he said, "but this also is a time that they can really do some youth development with the kids. It's also a great way to meet other families from around the island." In addition to Halloween activities, the program also brings campers a better understanding of Hawaii's indigenous culture. "One of our staff members is going to discuss Hawaiian legends," Vanderwege noted, "and the kids and their families will be able to enjoy Hawaiian legends and storytelling." The camp runs from Friday through Sunday, and it's not too late to sign up. Fees begin at $104 per person for YMCA members and $130 for nonmembers. Cabins are available for larger families, and financial assistance is available to those who are in need. For details, call 637-4615 or go to camperman.net.

Camp Erdman Pitching Halloween Camp To Area Families

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Focus on Windward Oahu

October 24, 2012, 2:43 pm
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City Offers Oneawa Hills Surveys

October 31, 2012, 9:32 pm
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Drilling into Oneawa Hills could begin in a year or so as part of the city's massive Kaneohe-Kailua Wastewater Conveyance and Treatment Facilities Project, and city engineers are hoping to allay homeowners' fears with a simple property survey before that time. A recent series of negotiations between the city and homeowners in the project area have led to a compromise plan in advance of the gravity sewer tunnel work. According to Judy Mick, secretary of the Kalaheo Hillside Residents Association (KHRA), the geotechnical engineer will perform pre-construction property surveys for those who request them. "There is no cost to the homeowner," Mick said, "and they will receive documentation of the findings. There is a possibility of placement of vibration monitors on lots that deem it necessary." KHRA has long contested that the hillside neighborhood is unstable, as the homes were allowed to be built over an extinct volcano caldera with a network of lava tubes. As the city moves forward with plans to blast through this soil for its much-debated underground sewer line, sinkholes and soil shifting are possible. Residents contend this could compromise their homes' foundations, at the very least. To apply for a survey, call Yogi Kwong Engineers at 942-0001 or email james@yogikwong.com; identify the neighborhood you are calling from and request to have a pre-construction survey done on your property. The time and date will be confirmed, and a team will come out to conduct the survey. "It's pretty simple and straightforward with the goal being twofold," Mick explained. "One, it creates a baseline for the homeowner to judge any future damage that might occur. Two, the city is protecting itself from any false claims that could be made based on property damage prior to construction ... This is a cooperative effort of both parties."

City Offers Oneawa Hills Surveys

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Deep Red Raider Team Set For Girls State Volleyball Tourney

October 31, 2012, 9:36 pm
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The Kahuku girls volleyball team has proven lately that there's strength in numbers, and as it prepares for this week's Division I state tournament, depth is a big factor in the team's latest post-season run. "I give them a lot of credit, even when they don't get into a game, because in practice they're always working hard and helping our first team get better," head coach Camilla Ah Hoy said. "The second team beats the first team in practice on occasion. We don't have to rely on the first seven players. Anybody on this team could be a starter at this point. We've come a long way since the beginning of the season." Kahuku entered last Thursday night in the driver's seat to win the OIA Red tourney, needing only one more win to seal the deal, as it was the only team without a loss in the double-elimination format. (A Red Raider loss Thursday would have meant playing an additional championship-round game Saturday, which would mean less time to rest for states.) "That's not the route we want to take; we want to get that extra rest beforehand," said Ah Hoy, on the eve of Thursday's OIA finale. At that point Kahuku had won seven straight since its only defeat of 2012 - a loss to Farrington when the team was short-handed because of injuries. The stakes are higher now with teams from the outer islands and the powerful ILH included in the field. (Pairings for the state tournament, which runs Tuesday-Friday, were to be revealed Sunday.) Ah Hoy is less concerned with potential opponents than in her own team taking care of its own business. "For our girls, and I've been repeating this every day to them, it's about the mental game. Kahuku is always physically talented. It's the mental part that sets teams apart (deep into the post-season)." Travel will figure into Kahuku's daily routine with the first three days of the tournament playing out at McKinley and Kaimuki. The action shifts to Blaisdell Arena Friday. Kahuku will commute to town each day for its matches instead of staying at a hotel. "We're still in school next week, and most of our girls also have seminary (classes associated with their Mormon faith) early in the morning," explained Ah Hoy. "We'll be driving back and forth, and we'll be doing it all over again each day for three days in a row." In addition to its depth, Kahuku has benefitted from balance. Adora Anae tallied a match-high 25 kills and three aces, and Pati Anae contributed 10 kills and a match-high seven blocks in their big win over Mililani in the championship round of the OIA Tournament last week, but Kahuku has had several different leaders on a nightly basis. "Having a different kill leader every game is a plus," Ah Hoy said. "A bigger plus would be having everybody be at their best on the same night." Defense remains the focus this week, as it has been since July, according to the coach. "We want to get our blocking and digging going because our offense will always be there, our serve-receive as well. Serve-receive (has) been our weakness ever since I was a player here, and all the teams know it. We've been doing a good job on it lately." It is exactly 10 years since Ah Hoy helped lead Kahuku to a state title as a player. The Red Raiders are also the last OIA team to win a state volleyball tournament.

Deep Red Raider Team Set For Girls State Volleyball Tourney

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Kalaheo Bowler Makes Top 10

October 31, 2012, 9:37 pm
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Kalaheo bowler Troy Cacal saved his biggest effort for his biggest competition, and the end result just punched his ticket for this week's state bowling championships on Kauai. Although the Mustang sophomore averaged 152 per game during the OIA season, Cacal broke through in the conference tournament to post a final tabulation of 1,199 - an average of 199.3 through six games. That placed him ninth overall in the OIA. Cacal also was one of only two bowlers from the East to make the top 10, along with Kalani's Evan Fujimoto. Although seedings aren't created for participants entering the OIA post-season, based on his average, Cacal would have been ranked only in the 50s among conference competitors, heading into the competition. The top 32 bowlers from the OIA qualify for the state tournament. "He knew he could do it all of this time," said head coach Harry Sakaguchi. "Although he struggled during the regular season, he always stayed positive, which is one of the things I like about him. He didn't bowl any 200 games during the regular season, but he topped 200 in each of his first four games of the OIA tournament. He proved himself in the tournament." Now poised to have an impact at the state level, Cacal is looking at a bright future, as he still has two full years of eligibility remaining. "He was our best bowler last year as a freshman, and I named him captain this year even though he's only a sophomore," Sakaguchi said. "Usually we would choose a senior (as captain), but he's very respectful, a very good kid, and positive for the team. "I knew he was a pretty good bowler when he came here," he added. "He bowls year round in the Junior Bowling program, and the kids that bowl year round are your best bowlers. He's one of them. He practices a lot." Junior Kristi Sakaguchi also will compete at states. She entered the OIA finals with the top average among bowlers from the East Division at 167, but struggled at the tournament, tallying an average of 164 to finish 18th overall. "It was an opposite story for Kristi," said Sakaguchi, her coach and father. "She had a good second half and was still able to qualify. Her whole mind-set in the second half (of the OIA finals) was just to qualify." Both players figure to enter the tournament with a lot of confidence, according to their coach. "The pressure is off them both now," he said. "The pressure was more on making the state tournament. Hopefully, they can relax now and do well."

Kalaheo Bowler Makes Top 10

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