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Hawaii's Official Tourism Site - Travel info for your Oahu vacation Choose a Category Calendar of Events Accommodations Activities & Attractions Dining Golf Services & Information Shopping Transportation Travel Professionals Weddings & Honeymoons Free Visitors Guide Hawaii Travel Tips Sharing Aloha Choose an Island All Islands Kauai Oahu Molokai Lanai Maui Hawaii's Big Island Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 04 05 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 04 05 Help me find... Calendar of Events Accommodations Activities & Attractions Dining Golf Services & Information Shopping Transportation Travel Professionals Weddings & Honeymoons Free Visitors Guide Hawaii Travel Tips Sharing Aloha Alternate Search Home > Hawaii Arts Scene > Oahu Kauai Oahu Molokai Lanai Maui Hawaii's Big Island Museums and galleries offer wonderful discoveries for the visitor, and all within easy striking distance of Waikiki. The Tennent Art Foundation Gallery just below Punchbowl offers robust paintings from Hawaii’s celebrated Madge Tennent. The Maritime Museum by Aloha Tower presents excellent permanent surfing, whaling and voyaging exhibitions. The three galleries at the UH Manoa campus always offer surprises. Honolulu’s Chinatown is full of independent galleries and presents the fabulous First Friday Gallery Walk every month, a free night of shows and receptions. There are also Family Sundays at the Bishop Museum, free concerts from the Royal Hawaiian Band at Iolani Palace every week, and free Hawaiian music concerts at Hawaii State Arts Museum every month. And the great favorites for visiting and local families, free open air movies and performances with the City’s “Brunch on the Beach” and “Sunset on the Beach” series. : Islands of Inspiration : Hawaii's Art Season : Pegge Hopper Wallpaper : Performance Art Events : Arts and Culture Events : Interactive Jukebox M EETINGS & C ONVENTIONS | T RAVEL T RADE R ESOURCES | M EDIA C OMMUNICATIONS Corporate Information | Contact Us | Privacy Policy | Terms & Conditions | ©2005 Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau

HAWAIIAN WEDDINGS AND BLESSINGS

Hawaii - Maui - Weddings Activities Maui Printer Friendly Version Help us preserve the Islands. Tell our advertisers you found them on Alternative-Hawaii. WEDDINGS Coordinators | Photographers | Locations | Other Services COORDINATORS ABOVE HEAVEN'S GATE WATERFALL & BEACH WEDDINGS 41-1010 Laumilo Street Honolulu, HI 96795 (All Hawaiian Islands) Tel. (808) 259-5429 or 1-800-800-2WED (toll free) Fax 1-888-463-6933 (toll free) Email: Howie@hawaiiweddings.com Capt. Howie performs weddings at spectacular waterfalls in private tropical gardens. Our other locations include pristine beaches and sailing to off-shore islands. Our exotic parrots attend your ceremony as witnesses. Photo ALL WAYS MAUI'D WEDDINGS & SEVENTH WAVE PHOTOGRAPHICS P. O. Box 817 Puunene, HI 96784 (Island of Maui) Tel. (808) 244-1167 or Toll-free 1-877-90-MAUID (6-2843) Email: weddings@maui-angels.com A non-denominational Maui Weddings ministry providing its clients with charming island-theme ceremonies, romantic vow renewals and affordable photography packages since 1996. Photo ENCHANTED WEDDINGS OF MAUI P. O. Box 1481 Puunene, HI 96784 (Island of Maui) Tel. (808) 875-8838 or 1-800-648-8697 Email: enchantedweddings@hawaii.rr.com Creating Maui memories since 1994! Perfection is our specialty. We will help you create a wedding that is uniquely yours. Photo HAWAIIAN ISLAND WEDDING PLANNERS (Islands of Oahu, Maui, Big Island, Kauai & Lanai) Tel. (805) 279-8474 Fax (805) 480-0873 Email: weddings@hawaiianweddings.net Dedicated to planning your romantic dream wedding or vow renewal in Paradise. Personalized service on the Hawaiian Islands by experienced professionals. Happily Ever After should begin in Hawaii! Photo HAWAIIAN ISLAND WEDDINGS, INC. P. O. Box 2098 Kihei, HI 96753 (Islands of Maui, Kauai, Hawaii and Oahu) Tel. (808) 875-0350 or 1-800-368-5502 Fax (808) 874-9215 Email: weddings@maui.net Start your life together with a picture perfect Hawaiian Island Wedding. Serving all four major islands, Maui, Kauai, Hawaii and Oahu. "From the intimate to the ultimate." Photo KUHINA HAWAIIAN WEDDINGS AND BLESSINGS 987 Kapuhau Place Kihei, HI 96753 (All Hawaiian Islands) Tel. (808) 879-1499 or 1-888-KOKONUT Fax (808) 875-6887 Email: alalani@aloha.net Specializing in ancient Hawaiian protocol and the traditions of yesterday. Offering a variety of Hawaiian wedding packages - ceremonies range from traditional Christian to ancient Hawaiian. They can also create a custom ceremony or dream wedding or blessing just for you. Sessions in Hawaiian healing methods available. Photo MAUI WEDDINGS FROM THE HEART P. O. Box 329 Kihei, HI 96753 (Island of Maui) Tel. (808) 874-8755 or 1-866-874-8755 Email: shasta@mauiwed.com Shasta Rose has been arranging Hawaii weddings since 1985. With everything from locations to flowers to photography, rely on her years of experience and expertise to make those important wedding decisions easy and enjoyable. Photo MAUI'D FOREVER 3950 Kalai Waa, #A102 Wailea, HI 96753 (Island of Maui) Tel. (808) 268-8339 or 1-800-395-7807 Email: info@mauidforever.com Maui'd Forever helps people plan Maui Weddings and Honeymoons. Get their free Wedding Guide . Beach weddings are their specialty. Photo ROMANTIC MAUI WEDDINGS P. O. Box 13232 Lahaina, HI 96761 (West Maui) Tel. (808) 661-3990 or 1-800-808-4144 Fax (808) 667-9295 Email: romance@justmauied.com Since 1988, we have helped over 6,000 couples fulfill their wedding dreams on Maui. Specializing in complete customized weddings and reception arrangements. A location video is available. Photo SACRED WEDDINGS MAUI 2463 S. Kihei Road Kihei, HI 96753 (South Maui) Tel. (808) 573-2029 or 1-866-343-3017 Fax (808) 573-2029 Email: sacredweddings@hawaii.rr.com A rare Hawaiian Wedding Company providing a variety of packages and services, with the emphasis on the atmosphere of 'sacredness' on your day of union. Also offering the choice of Spiritual, Contemporary, Traditional, Hawaiian and Interfaith Ceremonies with the freedom to customize where desired. Photo A SIMPLY ELEGANT WEDDING Kihei, HI (Island of Maui) Tel. (808) 874-7447 or 1-866-344-7447 (toll free) Email: asimplyelegantwedding@verizon.net At A Simply Elegant Wedding, we are committed to making Your Day, Your Way. We specialize in elegant and affordable events and are skilled at embracing your vision and making it a reality. The word "stress" is not in our vocabulary and we hope to take it out of yours! We never forget that it's all about you, so do call us toll free or visit us online. Photo WEDDINGS HAWAIIAN STYLE 188 Kamakoi Loop Kihei, HI 96753 (Island of Maui) Tel. (808) 875-8460 or 1-888-583-9529 (toll free) Email: weddings@kamele.com Wildly Romantic and Authentically Hawaiian...Let us Make your Dreams Come True! Our expert staff can help you with your travel, wedding and party planning...all you have to do is arrive. Photo Top PHOTOGRAPHERS MAUI SNAPSHOTS P. O. Box 13232 Lahaina, HI 96761 (West Maui) Tel. (808) 661-3990 or 1-800-808-4144 Fax (808) 667-9295 Email: info@mauisnapshots.com We specialize in fun photos and we guarantee sunshine! Using high resolution digital cameras. Photo MAUI WEDDINGS FROM THE HEART P. O. Box 329 Kihei, HI 96753 (Island of Maui) Tel. (808) 874-8755 or 1-866-874-8755 Email: shasta@mauiwed.com Shasta Rose has been arranging Hawaii weddings since 1985. With everything from locations to flowers to photography, rely on her years of experience and expertise to make those important wedding decisions easy and enjoyable. Photo PATTY HOLBROOK PHOTOGRAPHY 637 Mililani Place Wailea, HI 96753 (South Maui) Tel. (808) 874-1187 Fax (808) 874-0164 Email: crystals@maui.net Affordable, fun, romantic photography for all your needs. Weddings, family portraits and reunions, family documentaries. Photo Top LOCATIONS HAIKU PLANTATION INN 555 Haiku Road Haiku, HI 96708 (North Shore) Tel. (808) 575-7500 or (808) 298-6579 (cell) Fax (808) 575-9177 Email: haikuplantation@aol.com One of Maui's truly Hawaiian bed and breakfasts on 2 secluded tropical acres. A historic 1870's plantation estate offering five lovely guest suites. Hawaiian practitioners provide traditional wellness services. Wedding, vows and ceremonies performed. Continental breakfast served daily. Rates: $99 to $149 per night (3 night minimum stay). Photo PUA LEA ESTATE (Upcountry Maui) Tel. (808) 874-7447 or 1-866-344-7447 (toll free) Email: asimplyelegantwedding@verizon.net Featured in the 2003 summer edition of Pacific Rim Weddings, the tradewind caressed Pua Lea Estate is very private, surrounded by the ruins of one of Maui's first sugar mills. Now these stones are part of a lush botanical garden, draped with tropical vines and flowers. The estate is painstakingly maintained, while retaining the serenity and solitude of untouched nature. An exquisitely restored canehouse is available for the bride's dressing and make-up preparation and can be rented for the wedding night or honeymoon. Pua Lea is perfect for wedding parties of 2 to 100. Photo Top OTHER SERVICES TRAVEL TO PARADISE 305 Hahani Street, # 187 Kailua, HI 96734 (All Hawaiian Islands) Tel. 1-877-965-4358 (toll free) Fax 1-888-576-9650 (toll free) Email: aloha@traveltoparadise.com Let us share our Paradise with you. We have a feel for the islands that only comes from living here. All of the islands can fulfill your every wish, yet some offer special places to make your wedding or honeymoon even more memorable. Looking for a romantic hideaway? a location central for the whole family's fun? or the ultimate luxuries of a 5-star resort? Travel to Paradise can help you make the right decisions to turn your dreams into reality and ensure your travel is hassle-free. Photo Top Weddings "Friends" Listings Activities Index | Home Page Contact Us | Sponsor Join Us Form ©Ala Mua Hawaii 1997

Hawaii Volcano

Kilauea Volcano General Info about Kilauea:    [ Volcanic history ] [ list of historical eruptions ] Pu`u `O`o is the name of the present, on-goingeruption of Kilauea. Pu`u `O`o Links: [ Historical facts | Summary of EruptionEpisodes | Eruption Highlights | Data and Maps ] Kilauea volcano is one of the most active on Earth. Learn more at this site. Halemaumau Crater at Kilauea's summit. These photos of volcanic activity at Kilauea depict: a 3 m-wide lava channel, a leaky tumulus, and an active pahoehoe tow    The daily activities of the volcano (e.g., movement of lava flows, earthquakes,surface deformation and gas production) are monitored by the staff of theU.S. Geological Survey at the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory( HVO ).T.A. Jagger founded HVO in 1911 and laid the foundation for all current studies of active Hawaiian volcanoes. Kilauea hasbeen monitored ever since, making it one of the better studied volcanoes.Still there is much that we still do not understand about the inner workingsof this volcano.    Many of the members of Hawaii Center for Volcanology are working on Kilauea or have gained insights into the nature of volcanoes from visiting it. Unlike most other active volcanoes, Kilauea is approachable. It has been called the "drive-up" volcano because of the ease of access to many of itsareas of volcanic activity, especially the summit caldera. Frank Trusdell of HVO samples a pahoehoe flow    We encourage you to take some of the 'virtual' field trips of Kilauea's summit and the Chain of Craters road that are available on SOEST's internet site through the NASA VirtuallyHawaii Project HCV Home Hawaiian Volcanoes Loihi Kilauea Mauna Loa Hualalai This page created and maintained by Ken Rubin ©, krubin@soest.hawaii.edu Other credits for this web site. Last page update on 10 May 2005

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Hawaiian Quilting Journey: Week

Mokihana’s Garden » Blog Archive » Mokihana’s Hawaiian Quilting Journey: Week Two Mokihana’s Garden A Mānoa Valley Wahine Writes of Past and Present « Mokihana’s Hawaiian Quilting Journey: Week One Mokihana’s Hawaiian Quilting Journey: Class! » Mokihana’s Hawaiian Quilting Journey: Week Two I thought I’d come out the winner this week. And I did, sorta. Eventually. I got my new fabric all washed and ready and started cutting. Unfortunately, I musta been half asleep at the time, because I cut it wrong and had to go back to the fabric store yet again! Sheesh! Fabric 6, Mokihana O. However, the next day I was much more successful, and got my applique piece all properly cut out - Mokihana 1, Fabric 6. The following day I cut out my background piece - Mokihana 2, Fabric 6 (I’m catching up!). I carefully unfolded my green ulu applique piece and voila! There it was, waiting for me to baste it onto the background fabric. I think I should get a point for that. K’den. Mokihana 3 - Fabric 6. Then, the next day of quiet basting with my friend, I got the whole pattern basted onto the background! Pau! Mokihana 4, Fabric 6. Now I am ready to start appliqueing the pattern to the background. And I fully expect to have my score keep climbing! This is turning out to be a very rewarding project for me. I feel very spiritually connected to it, feeling a real connection to Hawaiian women years and years before me designing and quilting their own works of art. I couldn’t make it out to The Gathering this week. I was buried with work and a very large truck with a cherry picker and shredder attached to it was parked in my long, narrow driveway while a crew from Portland General Electric trimmed branches from the firs, maples, alders and willows away from the power lines. I was very disappointed that I couldn’t get out; it would have been a lovely day. However, there is next week. And I have a quilt square ready to be appliqued. The colors are just what I wanted and I feel so good about starting this. It is a song to me, and I am loving the singing of it. This entry was posted on Thursday, July 17th, 2003 at 8:52 amand is filed under Hawaiian Quilting .You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. You can leave a response , or trackback from your own site. Leave a Reply Name (required) Mail (will not be published) (required) Website XHTML: You can use these tags: <a href="" title=""> <abbr title=""> <acronym title=""> <b> <blockquote cite=""> <code> <em> <i> <strike> <strong> -- Mokihana’s Garden is proudly powered by WordPress Entries (RSS) and Comments (RSS) .