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Google Directory - Shopping > Jewelry > Ethnic and Regional Directory Help Search only in Ethnic and Regional Search the Web Ethnic and Regional Shopping > Jewelry > Ethnic and Regional Go to Directory Home Categories African (11) Celtic (63) Handcrafted (82) Indian (21) Native American (88) Related Categories: Shopping > Clothing > Ethnic and Regional (429) Shopping > Ethnic and Regional (2072) Shopping > Crafts > Jewelry > Thematic > Ethnic and Regional (17) Web Pages Viewing in Google PageRank order View in alphabetical order Silvershake.com - http://www.silvershake.com/ Selection of silver jewelry shipped from Thailand. Haramlik - http://www.haramlik.com/ Original hand made items by skilled Egyptian craftsmen. Maui Divers Jewelry - http://www.mauidivers.com/ Manufacturer of coral jewelry and credited with the discovery of Hawaiian black and gold coral. Located in Honolulu, Hawaii. Keweenaw Gem and Gift - http://www.copperconnection.com/ Supplies decorator specimens, collectibles, and gift items made of native copper and gemstones from around the world. Nilestone - http://www.nilestone.com/ Egyptian jewelry and personalized Cartouche pendant customized with your name in hieroglyphic symbols. Metal Arts Group - http://www.metalartsgroup.com/ Offers sterling silver and gold jewelry culturally attuned to the Native American and Celtic fashion by a variety of designers. Goldsmith Gallery - http://www.alaskajewelry.com/ Custom jewelry and hand blown glass from Alaska. 1-Stop Sterling Silver Rings - http://www.1stop-silver-rings-jewelry.com/ Offering mens and womens sterling silver rings in Celtic, Aztec, Bali and contemporary styles. Also a selection of semiprecious gemstone rings. Baxters Jewellers - http://www.baxtersjewellers.com/ Offering Scottish, Celtic, Mackintosh and Ortak jewelry. Selection includes a variety of gift items. Aki Mikami - http://www.jewelryhawaii.com/ Royal Hawaiian gold and diamond jewelry. Khadija's Caravan - http://www.khadijascaravan.com/ Ancient beads from Buddhist Ruins, antique Turkoman silver, tribal jewelry and textiles from Central Asia. Nile Jewelry & Gifts - http://www.egyptmuseum.com/ Egyptian 18k gold and sterling silver handcrafted jewelry, including the personalized Cartouche with your name translated into ancient hieroglyphics. Mikalina Asian Artifacts - http://www.mikalina.com/ An original flavor of Asian gifts, dZi beads, incenses and artifacts. Hawaiian Styles - http://www.hawaiianstyles.com/ Hawaiian jewelry manufacturer, specializing in sterling silver fish hook designs. Moda Jewels, Ltd. - http://www.modajewels.com/ Offering handmade Turkish jewelry. Specializing in silver evil eye bracelets and earrings. Mount Mica Rarities - http://www.megalink.net/~mtmica/ Offering Maine gemstone jewelry. Pure Texan - http://www.puretexan.com/ Texas themed jewelry emphasizing the use of star blue topaz and Concho pearls. Gold Crown Jewelers - http://www.goldcrownjewelers.com/ Hawaiian retailers, wholesalers and manufacturers of hand crafted and hand engraved jewelry in 14 and 18 karat gold, platinum, and silver. Gokul - http://www.gokulgold.com/ Offering 22kt gold jewelry from the far east and India. Hawaiian Jack - http://www.hawaiianjack.com/ Elegance with a touch of attitude. Hawaiian jewelry for all occasions. Island Girlz Hawaii - http://www.islandgirlz.com/ Specializing in Hawaiian and South Pacific exports. Luna Nuova - http://www.lunanuova.com/ Museum reproductions of Etruscan jewelry in 18 kt gold, silver, amber and lapis lazuli. Russian Charm Imports - http://members.cox.net/russiancharm Finift Russian enamel jewelry, icons, and brooches from Rostov, Russia. Derrys Jade and Gems - http://www.derrysjadeandgems.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/index.htm Offering Burmese/Chinese jade, silver and 14kt gold jewellery. Alessandro Dari - http://www.alessandrodari.com/ Gothic and ancient jewels from Florence, Italy. Tika Beads and Imports - http://www.tikaimports.com/ Offering unique beads, jewelry and ethnic pieces from around the world. Ohana Gift and Jewelry Inc. - http://www.ohanagiftnjewelry.com/ Retail pearl, coral and silver jewelry and collectible crystal. Ethnos - http://www.ethnos.biz/ Ethnic jewelry and handicrafts from all over the world. Laguaca - http://www.laguaca.com Pre-Columbian ethnic reproduction jewelry crafted in cast pewter with 24kt gold finish. Silver & Socks by NOE - http://www.silverandsocks.com/ Hawaiian design jewelry, and novelty socks. Colin Robertson Jewelry - http://www.minoanjewelry.com/ Minoan and ancient Greek jewelry re-creations, designed and made in Crete. Chilleri Jewels - http://www.chillerijewels.it/ Offers quality cufflinks by Italian designers using gold and platinum with precious, and semi-precious stones. Ancient Silver Treasures - http://www.ancientsilvertreasures.com/ Offering necklaces, bracelets, rings, and earrings. Includes amber, garnet and amethyst, imported from Bali, Indonesia. The Great New Zealand Paua Company - http://www.nzefleece.com/ Specialized in paua shell jewelry. Cartouche, Ltd. - http://www.cartoucheltd.com/ Imported gold and silver Cartouches and Pharonic jewelry handmade in Cairo, Egypt. Joias Raras - http://www.joiasraras.com/ingles/index.asp Brazilian pendants, earrings, and rings made from coconut skin and gold. Also offers kits. La Bottega dei Monili - http://www.bottegadeimonili.com/ING/mstartING.htm Offering ethnic jewelry from all over the world. Hawaiian Heirloom Jewelry - http://www.hwn.net/ Manufacturer and wholesaler specializing in Hawaiian heirloom jewelry and diamonds. HandcraftedSilver.com - http://www.handcraftedsilver.com/ Handcrafted Scandinavian and Celtic designs. Hawaiian Jewelry Shop - http://www.hawaiianjewelryshop.com/ Custom made Hawaiian jewelry. Designs 'N Gold - http://www.designsngold.com/ Specializing in Hawaiian jewelry. Starlink Resource - http://www.starlinkresource.ca/ Offering ethnic and spiritual charms. Urweg - http://www.urweg.com/ Offering traditional museum quality Celtic, Norse, Scandinavian, Rus and Magyar jewelry. Jade from Burma - http://www.jadefromburma.com Offering a selection of jade jewelry such as rings, pendants and bracelets. Rei Jewellery - http://www.reijewellery.co.nz/ Maori and New Zealand design jewelry in paua (abalone shell), black pearl and greenstone jade (nephrite). Heruka's Treasure - http://www.herukastreasure.org/ Crafted Buddhist jewelry and dharma ritual items. Sterling Silver Jewelry 4-U - http://www.sterlingsilverjewelry4u.com/ Selection of imported sterling silver rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and amber jewelry. Montana Dreams - http://www.montanadreams.net/ Offers sacred indigenous symology of Peru and Mesoamerica, and handcrafted sterling silver symbols. WFC Shop - http://www.wfcshop.co.uk Selling handmade semi-precious stone Tibetan jewellery including bracelets and pendants. Baku's Medieval Jewellery - http://www.teg.co.uk/teg/bak/carol.htm Offering medieval jewelry in a variety of styles. Pacific Treasures - http://www.pacifictreasures.co.nz New Zealand jewellery catalogue displaying themes including New Zealand native animals,plants and traditional Maoris designs. Egyptian Jewelry & Gifts - http://www.cartouchejewelry.com/ Offers Egyptian cartouche jewelry and handmade papyrus paintings. Dragonfly Dreams - http://www.dragonfly-dreams.net Jewellery from across the globe. Zahra Jewelry - http://www.zahrajewelry.com/ Featuring ethnic designer jewelry from Israel, Egypt and Greece,and vintage items from exotic lands. The Jewel Cove - http://thejewelcove.com/ Exotic handcrafted jewelry from all over the world, featuring belly dancing jewelry, and ethnic tribal jewelry. Nariva Jewellery - http://www.nariva.com/ Exclusive handmade jewelry collection from over 22 countries worldwide. Pepi and Co. - http://www.pepiandco.com/ Excelsior pewter pendants, band and puzzle rings with historical relevance, and a variety of Celtic, talismans, zodiacs, runic, and goddess designs. Huguenot Cross Jewelry - http://www.huguenotcross.com/ Handcrafted pendants, lapel pins, tie tacs, earrings and religious symbols in gold and silver. Rosy Comensoli - http://www.rosycomensoli.pansphoto.com/ Offering ethnic jewelry and art such as silver and gold jewelry from the tribal areas of the world, as well as bronzes and textiles. Jewellery of the Planet - http://www.jewelleryoftheplanet.com/ Offering ethnic, tribal and traditional jewellery from the countries of the world. Kalopedis Jewellery - http://www.kalopedis.com/ Traditional and modern Greek jewelry and silver Byzantine icons on the island of Cyprus. Featuring collections of decorative and ecclesiastic art. From Cairo with Love - http://www.fromcairo.com/ Personalized 18k gold and silver cartouches, pendants, and amulets with an Egyptian theme. Direct from Cairo. JoyLuckShop - http://store.yahoo.com/jlsjade/ Features imported Chinese collectibles, jade jewelry, and figurines, including religious and mystical statues. T.E.M Australia Pty. Ltd. - http://www.temaustralia.com.au/ Unique Mayan and tribal pendants. Hawaiian Jewelry Box - http://hawaiianjewelrybox.com/ Offers 14k gold Hawaiian heirloom jewelry, and handcrafted Niihau shell jewelry. Annabelles Treasures - http://AnnabellesTreasures.com/ Handmade Peruvian jewelry crafted with 60% silver and adorned with various stones including turquoise, tigers eye, agate, and black onyx. GreekDesignJewelry.com - http://www.greekdesignjewelry.com/ Imported jewelry such as pendants, crosses, earrings, rings, bracelets and necklaces made with semi-precious stones and murano glass from Greece and Italy. Taitu Joyas - http://www.taitujoyas.com/ Offering lapis lazuli jewelry and gift ideas from Chile. Wild Wire West - http://www.wildwirewest.com/ Specializes in personalized handcrafted western and cattle brand gifts and jewelry from gold-filled and sterling silver wire. Worldly Treasures - http://www.worldlytreasures.biz/ Featuring handcrafted jewelry made from seashells, beads and other natural materials imported from the Polynesian and Pacific Islands. E-Jewel - http://www.jewelweb.it/ Jewelry manufactured by international gold and silver service in Vicenza, Italy. Taben Collection - http://www.tabencollection.tv/ Offering jewelry from Italy such as the Zoppini, enamel and twisted cable collection. Domo Oro - http://store.yahoo.com/domoorostore/ Features jewelry in the Chinese style from this San Francisco store. Santorini Jewelry Store - http://www.santorini-jewelry.com/ Jewelry collection of gold, diamond, platinum and gemstones from Santorini, Greece. Rhodes Old Town Gallery - http://www.rhodesgallery.gr/ Specializes in famous Greek Key jewelry designs, ceramics, gifts and souvenirs from the island of Rhodes. Spiral Virtual Shop - http://www.medievalmagic.com/ Celtic and Medieval jewelry shop, with samurai swords, armour, historical jewelry, and gothic designs. Jadeworks - http://www.jadeworks.com/ Jade jewelry, including necklaces, pendants, earrings, rings Krikis Jewelers - http://www.krikisjewelers.com/ Baltic and Latvian amber jewelry designs. Custom and traditional ethnic jewelry. Evil Eye Fashion Jewelry - http://evileyeonline.com/ Handmade glass evil eye jewelry from Turkey. Jade Factory - http://jadefactory.com/ Contemporary jade carvings, pendants, and figurines individually hand carved by artisans from New Zealand. Earthspirit - http://www.earthspirit.org.uk/ Collection of ethnic and tribal jewellery inspired by natural materials such as paua shell, mother of pearl and jade. Andean Jewel - http://www.andeanjewel.com/ Offers handcrafted 24 karat gold jewelry with a Pre-Columbian accent. Gypsy Moon - http://gypsymoonbeadedjewelry.com/ Offers a European themed collection of hand beaded and ethnic designs. Also offering copper bracelets. My Silver Treasures - http://www.mysilvertreasures.com/ Silver jewelry with semi-precious stones crafted by Peruvian artisans. Maris Fine Jewelry - http://auskari.com/ Hand engraved and hand carved sterling silver jewelry fashioned in traditional and modern Latvian styles. Leland Fishtug Jewelry - http://www.leelanau.com/fishtug Designed to commemorate Ross Lang, a Leelanau fishing legend known throughout the northern Great Lakes. Conscious Chaos - http://www.consciouschaos.com/ Ancient symbols of world religions and pagan traditions. Pewter jewelry castings. Idaho Opal Mines, Inc. - http://www.idopalmine.com/ Features products from this Idaho based mine such as opal triplets, finished 14k or sterling silver opal jewelry. JewelryTibet - http://tibetan-jewelry.net/ Tibetan and Nepalese handmade costume jewelry with traditional and modern styles. Jewels of Israel - http://www.jewelsofisrael.co.il/ Offering a consortium of jewelers in Israel that have united to bring the best in jewelry and judaica. Help build the largest human-edited directory on the web. Submit a Site - Open Directory Project - Become an Editor The content of the Google directory is based on the Open Directory and is enhanced using Google's own technology. 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Aloha-Hawaii.com: Lahaina Nights January 2006 | aloha-hawaii.com : maui : dining & entertainment :lahaina nights Search for articles: Within this site All of Hawaii MAUI Brilliant sunrises and sweet symphony sounds. Idyllic rain forests and lavish...>> MAUI CHARTERS Maui Classic Charters is an adventure snorkel charter boat company that...>> MAUI BASKETBALL For one action-packed week each November, Maui is the center of the basketball...>> MAUI WEDDINGS Getting married? Few places on Earth celebrate nuptials quite like the island...>> MAUI SHOPPING Maui is known for many things: glorious Haleakala sunsets; sun-kissed beaches;...>> January 2006 | http://maui.aloha-hawaii.com / dining /lahaina+nights/ Time Lapsed image of Front street Lahaina LAHAINA NIGHTS: WHERE THE ACTION IS Author: Lance Tominaga Admittedly, Maui isnt known for its nightlife. The seaside town of Lahaina , however, may be the islands notable exception. From rowdy sailors during the whaling era to modern-day stage productions, Lahaina has always been a bustling center of activity. In Lahaina, the fun heats up when the sun goes down. Front Street, the towns main thoroughfare, is a great place to catch the sunset, grab a bite to eat, enjoy an ice-cold brew or simply "kick back" and watch the colorful parade of people passing by. Front Street is also a window shoppers paradise, with more than a hundred shops and galleries to explore. Whats more, every Friday is "Art Night" in Lahaina, where visitors can take in special gallery shows, artist demonstrations, refreshments and entertainment. Lahaina has been dubbed "The Art Capital of the Pacific" because it has more art galleries per capita than any other town in America. A free map of participating galleries is available at the Lahaina Visitor Center. Best of all, everythings free! One of the hottest shows in all of Maui is Ulalena , a 75-minute musical extravaganza performed five nights a week at the 684-seat Maui Theatre. Since its debut in the summer of 1999, Ulalena has garnered numerous awards, including "Best Show of the Year" at the statewide Hawaii Music Awards. National Geographic Traveler describes the show as "a Cirque du Soleil-like" presentation of Hawaiian mythology and magic that weaves lighting, dance, costume and music into an entertaining theatrical experience." Be sure to check out Mauis special events calendar to preview the latest Lahaina happenings. Some of the towns more lively annual events include the Chinese New Year Celebration (January or February), Old-Fashioned Fourth of July fireworks show, A Taste of Lahaina (September), Aloha Festivals Hoolaulea (October) and Holiday Lighting of the Banyan Tree (December). And of course, Lahaina doesnt get any wilder than on October 31st, when more than 30,000 revelers descend on Front Street to take part in "Halloween in Lahaina." This Mardi Gras-style event features a childrens costume parade, food booths, games, crafts, live music and dancing. Its the biggest (and wildest) party on Maui. ©2003-2004 Media-HI, Inc. All rights reserved. HELPFUL RESOURCES Maui Weather Lahaina Map | Email Friend | MORE FEATURED ARTICLES: > Diving Hawaii > Haleakala > Maui Golf > Maui > Hike Haleakala > Maui Basketball > Molokini > Arts & Cultu > Road To Hana > Maui Weddings MAUI POSTER Order a charming Maui poster suitable for framing. POIPU, KAUAI!! Great Deals & Fabulous Places On Kauai's Sunny Side!! POIPU, KAUAI!!! BEST MAPS Get Around Hawaii with 32 Detailed Maps of All Islands TAKE A SAFARI! Visit Safari Helicopters and take a turn at the controls of a virtual helicopter... Site Map | Contact Us | Submit a URL | Advertising Info | Privacy | Terms & Conditions ©2003-2004 Media-HI, Inc. All rights reserved. Designed & produced by: Tsunami Marketing . -- --

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Pride of Maui-Snorkeling at Molokini [an error occurred while processing this directive] Pride of Maui If you're looking for a very large and very stable catamaran snorkel to Molokini then check out the Pride of Maui. Pride charters has been a member of our snorkel Molokini fleet for many years and it includes a visit to turtle town as well as to Molokini on its daily itinerary. This is an excellent vessel for senior citizens and children with a wonderful glassbottom viewing port and a waterslide. The Pride of Maui even offers deep-sea fishing en-route to all sites. Island: Maui Activity: Snorkeling & Molokini PRIDE OF MAUI a 65' Maxi Catamaran with twin lugger turbo diesels, has a cruising speed of 20 knots, features a top deck high dive and waterslide, glass bottom viewing port, sun deck, fresh water shower, on board aquarium and stereo sound system. Accommodates 149 passengers Other features of the Pride of Maui are a sun deck, fresh water shower, and on-board aquarium, flotation devices, optical masks and camera rental and video tapes are available for purchase. Deep Sea fishing enroute to all sites. Snorkel equipment and flotation devices are included in the ticket price. Optical masks available. Tee shirts, camera rental and video tapes are also available for purchase. SCUBA - 1 TANK $40.00 2 TANK $60.00 SNUBA $50.00 extra to be paid on board. Departs from Ma'alaea Harbor Main Loading Dock (Check in half hour before) ACTIVITY SNORKEL, SNUBA AND SCUBA DIVE MOLOKINI AND TURTLE TOWN - This two destination snorkel/scuba excursion features a continental breakfast en route to Molokini Crater (weather dependent), and a hot BBQ lunch: Cheeseburgers, Hot Dogs, or Chicken Breast. Beer, Wine, MaiTai's and soft drinks are also provided (Scuba and Snuba available on board for an extra charge) DAILY: 8:00am to 1:00pm Regular Price $89.95 Your Price $78.90 AFTERNOON SNORKEL - Visit one snorkel site. Includes lunch, soft drinks and snacks. Cash bar available. DAILY: 1:30pm to 4:30pm Regular Price $41.95 Your Price $37.90 [an error occurred while processing this directive]

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Aloha-Hawaii.com: Oahu January 2006 | aloha-hawaii.com : oahu : natural hawaii :oahu Search for articles: Within this site All of Hawaii USS MISSOURI Once a wartime juggernaut, the USS Battleship Missouri now serves as an...>> LANIKAI BEACH "Nice" is an understatement when describing Lanikai Beach, on the...>> OAHU GOLF Golf courses on Oahu may lack the drama of some of their Neighbor Island...>> SYMPHONY Founded more than a century ago, the Honolulu Symphony has the distinction of ...>> OAHU SWAP MEETS Hawaii's swap meets can be major productions. They're big business, with many...>> January 2006 | http://oahu.aloha-hawaii.com / hawaii /oahu/ Kahana Bay a pristine bay on Oahu's windward side 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 OAHU "THE GATHERING PLACE" Oahu is where visitors come when they want it all: Aloha spirit and an Aloha Tower . A "Diamond" Head and a "Pearl" Harbor. A luau poi bowl and the NFL Pro Bowl. Five-star restaurants and a million-star skyline. Kitsch and Cartier. Big waves and "Tiny Bubbles." Its all on Oahu, "The Gathering Place." Oahu is the third largest island in the Hawaiian chain, encompassing 597 square miles. This is, by far, Hawaiis most populous island, with more than 875,000 people (75 percent) of the states total population calling Oahu home. For most visitors, Waikiki , with its world-famous beach and stunning Diamond Head Crater , is the center of the action. Within its 1.5-square-mile boundaries is the glittering playground of the Pacific, where more than three-fourths of Hawaiis seven million annual visitors come to relax and frolic. Although it has its share of tourist traps, Waikiki also has an expansive park, a popular hike, fabulous restaurants and nightlife, and even a large zoo and aquarium. Still, many kamaaina (natives) will tell you that your Oahu adventure really begins once you venture outside Waikiki. Honolulu ("sheltered bay"), Hawaiis capital and largest city, is where youll find the states principal port, major airport, and business and financial center. From herbal remedies in Chinatown and historical artifacts at the Bishop Museum to paying homage to our war heroes at the U.S.S. Arizona Memorial , there is much to do and see in Honolulu . For a taste of Oahu at its rugged best, head to the North Shore , a 20-mile stretch of coastline from Kaena Point to Turtle Bay. Stroll through the funky town of Haleiwa and its colorful assortment of surf shops, boutiques, art galleries and eateries. A favorite stop here is Matsumotos Shave Ice, a venerable landmark that serves the icy treat in a glorious rainbow of flavors. Each winter, the North Shore becomes the center of the surfing universe, with up to 25-foot waves challenging the sports best and bravest. Heading east, pristine Hanauma Bay remains one of the states most popular and widely photographed attractions. And just minutes away are other perennial favorites such as Sandy Beach , the Blow Hole and Sea Life Park . Weve just scratched the surface here. Theres also great golf, tons of shopping and a full menu of festivals and top-notch entertainment. Its all here, again, in "The Gathering Place." Photo Credits:Photo1: Peter French; courtesy HVCB, Photo3: Paul A. Sailor ©2003-2004 Media-HI, Inc. All rights reserved. HELPFUL RESOURCES Oahu Weather Oahu Map | Email Friend | MORE FEATURED ARTICLES: > Surf's Up! > Arizona Memoria > Kaua'i > Don Ho > PCC > Symphony > Hanauma Bay > Iolani Palace > Maui > Big Island HOME FOR SALE In Waialae Iki; 4 BRs, 3-1/2 Bths, lots more rooms, big view, pool ISLAND SWEETS Big Island Candies is the place for chocolate covered Macadamia nut needs. ATTRACTIONS and activites throughout Hawaii. Click here for FREE GUIDE. FIND YOUR WAY 32 Great Maps. Overview and details for all islands. Driving directions. Site Map | Contact Us | Submit a URL | Advertising Info | Privacy | Terms & Conditions ©2003-2004 Media-HI, Inc. All rights reserved. Designed & produced by: Tsunami Marketing . -- --

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The Hawaiian Language Web Site - Awarded 'Best of the Net' -http://hawaiianlanguage.com -- E Komo Mai! Welcome! The Hawaiian LanguageWeb Site Ke Kahua Pûnâwelewele `Ôlelo Hawai`i http://hawaiianlanguage.com October18, 2003: Beginning Hawaiian Language Workshop Notes: 2nd Annual Southern California `Ukulele Festival The Hawaiian Home Page: Comprehensive Cultural Links - The Hula Pages What's New? Updated: 10/2003 Aunty D He mai! Mai! Mai! He mai e ku`u hoaaloha o ka`ôlelo Hawai`i. Ua ao kêia `ao`ao `upena nei, ua hiki mai la `oe. Mai, mai! Eia nô au nei." Translation The Call to the Hawaiian Language How This Site Came to Be Greetings and Invitation to Learn the Language Kûkahi (Standing Alone) `96 , Waikîkî Shell Keali`i Reichel haku mele (composer), pû`ukani (vocalist), kumu hula (hula master), kumu oli (master chanter), kanaka maoli " A loha kâkou! Ua lohe au: `O kêia ka makahiki `ôlelo Hawai`i. He ho`omaka maika`i kêlâ, akâ na`e, `a`ale lawa. `O kêia ka wâ `ôlelo Hawai`i, `eâ? No leila, pehea lâ ma hope o kêia makahiki? Pau ka `ôlelo Hawai`i? `A`ole loa. Inâ `a`ale `oe `ôlelo Hawai`i, pehea `oe `ike `ai i ka nani o nâ mele. Pehea `oe `ike `ai i ka loina o kô mâkou kûpuna. `Eâ, no laila, e hele `oukou `ao mai i ka `ôlelo Hawai`i. If you nevah undahstan', ah shucks!" Translation >> Keali`i's Songbook >> An mp3 sampling of Keali`i's music E `Ôlelo Kâua I Ka `Ôlelo Hawai`i ! Let's Speak Hawaiian! " A n interminable language...it is one of the oldest living languages of the earth, as some conjecture, and may well be classed among the best ...the thought to displace it, or to doom it to oblivion by substituting the English language, ought not for a moment to be indulged. L ong live the grand old, sonorous, poetical Hawaiian language." ~The Rev. Lorenzo Lyons(Makua Laiana), 1878, composer of "Hawai`i Aloha" , missionary. Why Learn Hawaiian? 20 Pono Reasons T he reasons to learn and cherish the Hawaiian language are many and varied. Ultimately, the desire... or the need... comes from within. I received the call to return home , "gift-wrapped in song and chant." Keali`i Reichel was my `ânela (angel, which means "messenger") and my desire to learn Hawaiian was ignited. Whether your desire burns like a raging fire, glows softly, or just barely smolders, it is enough to get you started here. Perhaps, for you, too, the need will become apparent. What's New? W hat's new on this site will be listed here for the convenience of frequenters. Hawaiian Language Lessons T hese beginner lessons are for the curious, the "local", the visitor, the expatriate, the homesick, the Hawaiian music lover, the hula aficionado, the `ukulele player, the culturally-aware, the unaware, and the-somewhere-in-between...the casual or the serious student. Browse through the Table of Contents ; there's something there for just about everyone ... including, maybe, you. Frequenters to this site tell us that these are their favorites: Mahalo & Aloha - How to Say "I Love You" in Hawaiian Hawaiian Idioms Greetings and Sentiments in Hawaiian - More Hawaiian Greetings Hawai`i Aloha - More Hawaiian Music Lyrics & Chords Speak Hawaiian like a "Local" ;- ) Say "Hawai`i" correctly - Common Mispronunciations The Aloha Spirit Nâ `Ânela Kelekî : Sheltie Angels The Hula Pages Commitment: Ho'okô If nothing else, learn the myriad meanings of " Aloha ." The Lânai C ome visit! E kipa mai! On the lânai, you will find journal musings... but only if you care to listen. Here's a sampling: Voice of an Angel tells of a series of synchronistic events, "bread crumbs leading home," which then lead to the creation of this site. Kalapana recalls nostalgic memories of a past Hawai`i, with a hopeful glimpse to the future, with hope that by learning well from the past, a brighter future is possible. A Hawaiian Love Story , a fond retelling. Brahdahs BU & IZ , cherished memories of the forging of unique friendships during the last year of a gentle Hawaiian's life. Hawaiian Cultural Links More T hese are the cyber-places to return time and time again ... to link up with friends and "talk story", listen to Hawaiian music, brush up on cultural knowledge, look up recipes, gaze dreamily at photographs of wahi pana (celebrated, noted, or legendary places), and read Hawai`i's daily newspapers and magazines. Hawaiian Language Links I 've searched the web and book-marked these URLs. They are collected here on one page for your convenience and perusal. If you are interested in a real-time class, check Hawaiian Language Classes . Aloha Cyber-card Hawaiian E-Cards S pread The Aloha Spirit ...and learn some Hawaiian too. Send an Aloha "cybercard" with an `ôlelo no`eau (words of wisdom / proverbs) to someone who lives Aloha; or who you have Aloha for; or those may be in need of some Aloha to brighten their day. 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