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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park,

Hawaii Volcano, Volcano Hotels - Directory VolcanoHotels - Accommodations & Lodging at the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park So you want to visit the Volcano? GREAT CHOICE!! Only one mile from the entrance to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, the tranquil Village of Volcano has a variety of Hotels, Vacation Houses, Inns, and B&Bs. Volcano is a romantic peaceful place where you get away from the noise, traffic, and city lights so commonly found elsewhere. You don't find any big hotels in Volcano, but instead smaller charming places that will bring you back in time when life seemed to be simpler. Relax, enjoy, and have a great time visiting this beautiful piece of paradise. All featured Hotels, Vacation Houses, Inns, and B&Bs meet our strict requirements to qualify as "Volcano Choice" Lodging. We know each owner / operator personally and they all take great pride in offering you a comfortable place to stay for your next Volcano vacation. Painting by local artist Kina Kam If you are not sure which place would best suit your needs, just let us know what you are looking for via email and we will be most happy to assist you in selecting the right place just for you. When it comes to fashion the local opinion is in general: "comfort is more important than fashion". Most days it is best to dress the "layered look" as it can be cold in the morning with temperature in the low 50s, and then as the day goes on temperatures generally climb to around the 70s. Due to being at an elevation of about 3800 feet, and our much cooler weather, there are no mosquitoes or other bugs in Volcano which are found at sea level. The weather can change very quickly from bright sunshine to tropical rain, and right back to bright sunshine. Even within our own town sometimes you can have rain on one side and sunshine on the other side of the Village, which is referred to as having "micro" climates. Living in Paradise, we take the weather as it comes. Without some rain once in a while we would not have the tropical lush Hapu'u forest that Volcano is known for. Cardinals, Hawaiian Hawks, Ohia Trees with bright Red Lehua Blossoms, Nene Goose, a Volcano, Steam Vents, Lava Tubes, and so much more. What more can we ask for? We love Volcano, and we hope you will enjoy your visit to the place we call "home" . VOLCANO HOUSE: There is only one hotel in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, which is the Volcano House Hotel. The Volcano House does have the exclusive concession to operate a lodging facility in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. If you are interested in reservations at the Volcano House, please call them at 967-7321. Their website is www.volcanohousehotel.com . All the Bed and Breakfast places and vacation houses included in our directory are within 1-3 miles of the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, so there are lots of wonderful places in the same general area as the Volcano House. For Island activities and adventureinformation visit our other website www.islandsource.com ........................... Volcano Lodging 800-908-9764

Hawaiian Music What is

Music Laboratory Research-Genre Study-Ethnic Music-Hawaiian Music Research -> Genre Study -> Ethnic Music -> Hawaiian Music What is ethnic music? What element distinguishes an ethnic music style from other ethnic music styles? For example, what is the difference between Okinawa music and Scotland music? I think elements of music are (1) melody (scale), (2 ) chord, (3) rhythm, and (4) instruments. First, let's think about melody. Rock and Blues are easy examples, even though they are not ethnic music. Rock uses normal music scale while Blues includes blue-notes in its music scale. Next, think about chords. Rock uses simple chords (triad) while Jazz includes 7th in its chords. Chord progression of Jazz is more complicated than that of Rock as well. For rhythm, Rock uses 8 beat, Fusion uses 16 beat, Jazz uses 4 beat. Finally, think about musical instruments. It is easy to see differences between Classical music and Rock music. Especially, musical instruments are important elements of ethnic music, since each country has different music instruments. I am trying to capture features of each ethnic music style based on this idea, and to reproduce them with automated composing system. This page includes considerations that I faced when I embedded functions of ethnic music composition. About Hawaiian Music I am not sure that people consider Hawaiian music as ethnic music. But the music has very strong characteristics. Hawaiian music uses very slow sliding guitars and ukuleles. Guitar strings are tuned for major chord. (This kind of guitar is called slack key guitar.) So, Hawaiian music uses many major chords in its chord progression. I am not sure but I guess guitarist uses bottle neck and scratch strings with it. (I need more information,please help me.) Sample by Automated Composing System Scale -- Instruments slack key guitar, ukulele Links to related topics --

Hawaiian Clothes

Aloha Tower Marketplace, Honolulu, Hawaii - Shopping • Store Directory • Location Map • Transportation • The Tower • History • Services • Meetings & Convention Planners • Apparel • Specialty & Gift • Art & Home Furnishing • Jewelry & Accessories • Sundries • Restaurants & Bars • Fast Food • Specialty Food & Beverage Located right on the oceanfront, this breezy and beautiful destination with sweeping ocean views is a hub of activity for cruise ships and the occasional fire boat. Our extensive selection of treasures and souvenirs provides all the right ingredients for an enriching shopping experience. For the store directory please click here . Select a category below: Apparel Specialty & Gift Art & Home Furnishing Jewelry & Accessories Sundries For information about special promotional offers click here. Apparel back to top 99 Boarding Co. 536-5595 Retail clothing store for outdoor apparel and related accessories from Oakley, Volcome, Fighting Eel and Da Kine for both men and women. As the original Oakley Store of the Pacific, covering you head to toe in the latest and greatest gear for all Oakley needs is what we do best. Ann's Fashions 545-1017 Distinctive women's apparel and accessories, such as hand-painted T-shirts and matching hat sets and formal dresses. Bungalow Bay 528-3325 Honolulu’s best selection of high quality resort apparel and aloha attire featuring Tori Richard, Tommy Bahama, Mamo Howell, Iolani, Kahala, Paradiso, Go Barefoot, Fresh Produce Sportswear, Lunch at The Ritz Jewelry, Timmy Woods Handbags, and other exclusive apparel and accessories made in Hawaii by local designers. Purchase B. Kliban Cat clothing on our web site at www.BungalowBay.Biz . Crazy Fish 536-9021 Original, made-in-Hawaii, 100 percent cotton hand painted women's dresses, T-shirts and T-shirt dresses. Visit www.crazyfishofhawaii.com. Daniella 528-4989 Specializing in dazzling Austrian crystal hand beaded women's clothing, T-shirts, hats, jackets and accessories such as bags, watches and crystal gift items. Fashion World 524-0574 Unique boutique with European fashion flair for women, such as dresses, scarves, hats, beaded sweaters, accessories and aloha attire. Hawaiian Wear, Inc. 524-1316 Wide selection of made-in-Hawaii Aloha wear with printed apparel for men, women and children, including many matching outfits for the entire family. Large sizes up to 4XL are available for men and women. Limited selection of hats, hair accessories, and Kukui Nut leis. Good selection of grass skirts and silk flower leis. Exceptional value, reasonably priced. Hibiscus Collection 528-4346 The finest collection of muumuu and aloha shirts to suit your Hawaiian apparel needs. Name brands at affordable prices. Accessories including limited supply of hula supplies and seed lei round out this truly Hawaiian boutique. Himawari Boutique 536-1488 Featuring casual aloha wear for men, women and children (Aloha shirts, shorts, Muumuus). In addition to its vast collection of aloha wear, Himawari also carries Hawaiian print quilt items, such as wall hangings, bed spreads and bags. Other accessories include sarongs, tee shirts, and assorted Hawaiian gift items. Honolua Surf Co 524-2227 Honolua Surf Co provides a great selection of innovative, quality surf and beach products which will enhance your enjoyment of the casual island lifestyle we enjoy here in Hawaii. Honolua Surf Co. features the latest styles in brand name surf wear and accessories including one brand you won't find anywhere else, Honolua Surf Co line of merchandise! Please visit www.honoluasurf.com . Island Casual 524-8807 Exclusive apparel and accessories featuring the products of artist, "Danny First," including extensive children's clothing line. Island Fashions 524-0816 Designer wear for men and women, specializing in aloha shirts, floral dresses, and Muu Muus tailored to comfort your style. At Island Fashions, you will also find the best selection of name brand "Skinny Minnie" and "Vanilla Sugar" Design T's, along with accessories to complete that local style expression, with comfort and fashion. Island Sweetie 536-8020 Perfect for that hip and modern girl in your life. She will definitely appreciate the stylish apparel and extensive accessory selection of handbags, belts, earrings, and a large selection of hats. Jean's Factory 526-2212 Retail store specializing in clothing and accessories made out of denimor that complement them. Mandy Meg an Collections 536-8480 Women’s contemporary clothing store specializing in women’s hand painted dresses, t-shirts, and pants. Also, you can find mother and daughter matching “Aloha” wear cardigans by Michael Simon & Christine Foley, hand garments by Ana Rosa, hair accessories, and personalized fine jewelry you won’t find anywhere else. Melrose 550-4150 Casual women’s apparel and accessories including printed T-shirts printed long-sleeved shirts, casual printed dress, scarves, handbags, and a variety of hats. Out of the West - Honolulu 521-5552 A cowboy clothing company featuring Hawaii's largest selection of western wear and accessories, belts, buckles, bolo ties, cowboy hats, leather wallets and purses. Casual, exotic Tony Lama and Justin Boots, felt straw and palm hats. We have men and women's clothing in the most popular and newest styles of cowboy fashion. Pipe Dreams Surf Company 550-0275 A "local boy" dream store retailing surfboards, skateboards and accompanying ready-to-wear clothing and accessories from Quicksilver, Tori Richard, Oniel, Reef, Lost, Roxy, Paul Frank, sunglasses from Oakley, Dragon, Gucci, Dior, and Burberry. Visit us at www.pipedreamssurfco.com. Red Dirt Hawaiian Ts 524-8028 Unique charming shop retailing Red Dirt, Lava Dirt, Taro Dirt, and other Hawaiian Flavored T-shirts. It's one of a kind. Now the new location for Original Red Dirt apparel and accessories made popular by the famous Kauai landmark. Please visit http://alohafolks.com Remix by Trend Fusion 524-3119 Urban casual and sports apparel including Trend Fusion labeled clothing, t-shirts, jeans, jackets, dresses and related accessories as well as sports brand names like Puma and Adidas. Star Apparel 537-9191 An acronym for "Sporting Team Authentic & Replica" Apparel, sports fans will definitely want to check out the largest selection of jerseys in the entire state of Hawaii, featuring the latest apparel from Reebok, Majestic and Mitchell & Ness! Available in all sizes from infant to 5XL, Star Apparel is sure to have something for everyone, including team caps, jackets & other related merchandise. Special orders are welcome and shipping services are available. Visit http://www.starapparel.com/ (Japense website) Stone Gear 524-4159 Retail sales of specialty 1960-1970's polywear logo clothing and accessories, including shoes, bags, and jewelry to match. Sundance 566-0005 Sundance, a designer boutique features a wide selection of women's swim wear, beachwear, and casual wear from designers like Calvin Klein, Vix, Ralph Lauren, Miracle Suit, Tommy Bahamas and many more. Sundance also offers a large selection of footwear and cover-ups both casual and dressy with bags, hats, and all the accessories to match. Please visit www.sundance-hawaii.com for more information. Trendy's (formerly Patriotic Sports) 585-0168 International military merchandise, including apparel, helmets, boots, jackets, watches, knives, flags, patches, glasses, lighters, pins, key chains, Gerber tools and Leatherman knives. Specialty & Gift back to top Love Me Tender (Aloha Candles) Versatile kiosk operation, specializing in the artistry of colorful hand-carved candles of various shapes and sizes. Model car collectibles, license plates, and related items are also available for the hobbyist. Animation Magic 545-8666 One-stop cartoon shop for kids and adults. Wide selection of cartoon apparel, accessories, novelties and animation art. Select from Disney, Hanna Barberra, Looney Tunes, Garfield, Betty Boop, Snoopy and the rest of your favorites. Mailing services available. Bird Guy 386-8606 Your chance to take a personal picture with 16 different tropical birds. Don’t have a camera? It’s O.K. They have a camera there to take the picture for you. Multiple photo packages available. Please visit www.birdguyhawaii.com . Golf Gadgets 536-7212 Features gadgets and teaching aids designed to teach you the game of golf and takes strokes off your handicap without the expenses of hiring a pro. Featured items are Speed Stick, Inside Approach, Medicus, Momentus and more to help with swing plane, rhythm, stance, grip and drive distance. Accessories such as nets, mirrors, mats putting greens, balls, grips, gloves and unique tees are also available. Hawaiian Collection 524-8028 Located in the Boat Days Promenade, they feature Hawaiian print bags, luggage, travel kits, tote bags, waist bags, and backpack. Hawaiian Island Arts 529-8696 A specialty store full of Handcrafted, kitchen, Hawaiian Quilted items, cotton and straw bags in a variety of colors. Hawaiian Pacific Crafts 528-2388 Arts and crafts unique to the islands of the seas of Tonga, Samoa, Tahiti, Cook Islands, Fuji, Solomon Islands, New Guinea, Noumea, Niue, Vanuatu and New Zealand. Hawaiian Ukulele 536-3228 Specializing in fine, handcrafted made in Hawaii ukulele with accessories and other Hawaiian musical instruments, Hawaiian CDs, cassettes. Honolulu Nail Bar 523-3456 Tired from all the shopping? Well, take a seat and pamper yourself with a full service nail salon, including manicures, pedicures, other therapeutic services, and a mini wet bar serving water, coffee, tea, soda and fruit juice. They also sell top quality nail products. Visit www.honolulunailbar.com. Island Hula Studio 528-1212 Want to learn how to hula? Stop by and get your hula supplies like the Ukulele, hula videos, CD’s, Hawaiian fabric, materials on lei making, and other Hawaiian subjects. Kids World 536-2161 A specialty "beach themed" casual clothing store for boys and girls, along with children's accessories to include bags, sunglasses, hair ornaments, head gear, watches, sandals, slippers, stuffed ocean animals and water toys, ocean and animal related books. Please email info@paradisecollection.com Les Montres 521-9777 A variety of name brand watches for men and women from Fossil, Freestyle, Anne Klein II, Nine West, Swiss Army, DKNY, Pierre Cardin, Colibri of London, and Givenchy. They also feature sunglasses and crystal fashion accessories. Living Sense 524-4478 "...an extraordinary store", that includes beautiful Hawaiian print T-shirts, aromatic potpourri, one of a kind Hawaii silver jewelry, award winning dolls, popular fashion jewelry, Carol Wilson greeting cards and wonderful hair accessories. More than just a bed and bath shop, set in an atmosphere that will touch your soul. Mag-Neat-O 532-3268 Hawaii's largest and most unique and exciting store with over 3,000 different magnets, some of which are original Hawaiian and seasonal items. Countless styles and themes to choose from the suspended displays. Shipping services available. Millennium 545-7575 Novelty T-shirts, replica weaponry, fantasy figurines, posters, stickers, souvenirs and a whole bunch of fun! Miracle Hawaii Collection 536-0801 Chinese pottery has always been an important part of Oriental culture - and with Franz Porcelain it is evident that this story will continue in the 21st century. Franz Porcelain not only embraces Chinese porcelain's rich heritage, but also heads for a new era. Franz Porcelain is therefore not only a new and exciting way of producing fine home decor, but is part of living history. Paradise Collection Unlimited 585-0168 Selling natural shell accessories and products, shell designs printed on T-shirts, hot pads and coasters, lauhala products and Hawaiian-related candles (i.e., flowers, sea, landmarks and animals). Perfumania 528-5449 A leading full line fragrance store with a large selection of perfume and cologne for men and women and children. Name brand products and scented bath & body accessories. Custom gift baskets, cosmetics. Mail orders and shipping services available though the web site www.perfumania.com Pet Gear 545-2449 Singular boutique for pampered pets offering gourmet and local treats, a wide choice of collars and leashes for cats and dogs, plus pet apparel, toys and more. It’s Hawaii’s largest collection of Aloha & ethnic pet apparel. Visit www.petgearhawaii.com Rainbow Hawaii Souvenirs 537-1313 Your one stop gift shop located near Historic Aloha Tower. Gift items include collectable toy cars, picture frames, wind chimes, and clocks. Sacred Treasures 548-6200 Retail sale of a variety of authentic American Indian objects of art, jewelry, clothes and related items. For out of the state customers, call 1-800-558-9223. World of Hats 548-0717 Hats and hair accessories galore! Retail sale includes various hat accessories from Kango to straw hats, swim wear and more! Art & Home Furnishing back to top Happa 528-0395 Affordable, local Hawaiian art in koa frames. Select works from such artists as Chris Lassen, Wyland and Kim Taylor Reece. Unique and nostalgic, old Hawaiian mats and prints a specialty. Shipping services and mail orders available. For more info email info@happa.us Island Art Galleries 536-5369 Museum quality original art and limited edition prints by Hawaiian artists. Urban Rejuvenation 536-8726 Urban Rejuvenation features items for every aspect of your life carefully selected to ensure the very best quality and the most up to date trends. Hip, yet practical furniture and home accessories, can be found in addition to clothing for men and women that are stylish and comfortable, just like the furnishings. While the products tend to appeal to the younger urban set, you'll find that they are popular with consumers in a wide age range. In addition, the store offers lingerie, jewelry and their private-label candles & bath products. All of their materials and styles have been carefully considered to work best in a warm climate like Hawaii. Located on the first floor at the main entrance of the Marketplace. Visit www.urbanrejuvenation.com. Store Hours: Mon - Thurs 9:00 AM - 9:30pm, Fri - Sat 9:00am - 10:30pm, Sun 9:00am - 7:30pm Wyland Galleries 536-8973 Wyland, the world's leading environmental artist features his limited edition sculptures, paintings, lithographs and original works of art in Hawaii's leading fine art gallery. Other internationally acclaimed artists join Wyland in presenting their works to the people and visitors of Hawaii. Worldwide shipping at no charge. Visit www.wylandgalleries.com. Jewelry & Accessories back to top Aloha Tower Jewelry 535-9377 Retail sale of fine jewelry and semiprecious stones, fresh and cultured pearls, gold, silver jewelry, Hawaiian heirloom jewelry, sea charms, chains, diamonds, and coral. Black Pearl Gallery 524-5552 From the lagoons of Polynesia comes the world's most rare and beautiful Black Pearls - the ultimate gift of love and romance. Choose from award-winning designer 18K and 14K rings, necklaces, earrings and accessories. Certificate of authenticity comes with each pearl. Please visit www.e-blackpearl.com. Imperial Gallery 529-8866 Featuring a large selection of unique Chinese items such as jewelry boxes, Chinese silk bags, lithograph scrolls, and Chinese fans. Jewelry selection includes green Jade, lavender Jade, red Jade, and multi-color Jade. Along with gold and silver pieces. Olivia's Euro Collection 524-6633 A showcase of fine jewelry and Hawaiian heirloom jewelry, plus a wide array of gold and sterling silver to select from. Fashionable sale of elegant European brand name leather goods such as Genny, Pierre Balmain, Burberry, La Tour and other luxurious handbags, wallets, neckties, tie pins, crystal gift accessories, and high quality line of lighters. Special orders, delivery and mailing services available. Precious 599-2828 Unique, fashionable and traditional gift idea shop that includes distinctive apparel, fine stones such as amber, amethyst, ruby, opal and jewelry made from platinum, silver and gold. Included are accessories from ancient, ethnic, and contemporary cultures. Merchandise brands such as Boma are found at Precious, including jewelry made on the spot or custom-made to order for men and women. Sunglass King 546-2200 Select from a broad range of low end sunglass that are stylish yet affordable. They also carry "Bico Australia" brand unisex fashion jewelry known for its Australian tribal, Aboriginal, and surf-style designs. Sundries back to top Aloha Tower Sundries 528-5595 A full selection of beverages and liquor for off-site consumption, Japanese-language magazines, bento and prepackaged foods for take out. Over-the-counter pharmaceutical and sundry items also available. Search Our Web Site powered by FreeFind Shopping | Dining | Entertainment & Events | Mall Info | Hawaii Attractions About Us | Leasing Info | Contact Us | Home Aloha Tower Marketplace 1 Aloha Tower Drive • Honolulu, HI 96814 Hours of Operation Stores: Mon - Sat 9am - 9pm, Sun 9am - 6pm Restaurants: Daily 10am -2am (Varies by Restaurant) Phone: (808) 528-5700 • Email: info@alohatower.com Website by eBizHawaii.com • Contact webmaster

Hawaiian City Garden

.:::BOTANICAL GARDEN CITY of the North Mayor urges the world to continue environmental advocacy By: William Jun Garcia SAN FERNANDO CITY, La Union-City Mayor Mary Jane C. Ortega urged the citizenry to continue its awareness on environmental concerns to avert impending disasters. The Mayor, who was invited by the 1,200-members of the Global Advisory Council for Mayors in Ottawa, Canada last week, said that a continued promotion on our environment would help the world delay the greenhouse effect on the aftermath of a global warming or an irregular climate change. She warned that a continued promotion and the prevention of an unabated abuse and degradation of the environment would also slow down the effects of ice or glacial melting on our oceans and the eventual sea-level rise and atmospheric problems due to solar radiation and pollution on man. The Mayor, who is internationally recognized for including in her governance a strict implementation, protection and preservation of environment and clean air and also addressing its concerns, has initiated the establishment of a sanitary landfill, soon-to-be converted into an engineered landfill in Barangay Mameltac. She likewise initiated for the City Council, through Vice Mayor Bernardo Nardi Valero, to enact and approve a city ordinance, mandating public utility tricycle engines to be converted from two to four strokes to minimize smog emission that pollute the air. These programs are one reason why she was the only Asian invited to speak among 14 mayors from all over the world during the conference. She was also considered as the spokesperson for a developing city from a developing country. She also added that climate change could not be stopped rather it has just started as manifested by the unusual strong hurricanes, series of earthquakes and strong tsunamis happening throughout world. These disasters were earlier predicted by experts to happen 75 years (year 2080) from now but are now ironically occurring according to the Mayor. Among the attendants in the said conference were mayors or representatives from local government units of Seattle, Wash.; Kyoto, Japan; Madagascar; Bonn, Germany; New Zealand; European Union members of Parliament; a minister from Australia; and senators of Canada. Meanwhile, from Ottawa, Mayor Ortega was also able to attend the Christmas Party for children rendered by 20 Filipino- Canadian residents who are natives of San Fernando City headed by its president, Albert Floresca, whose wife is the niece of La Union Governor Victor F. Ortega.