Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 27, Number 12, 1 Kekemapa 2010 — Hawaiian things we love [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

Hawaiian things we love

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We love Hawai'i, mauka to makai, the picturesque outdoors, mouth-watering fresh island produce, but most of all the people. With a sparkle in their eyes, all ages anticipate the special holiday moments, getting together with family and ffiends, the joy of giving, and volunteering to help those less fortunate. Compassion for others and a true open heart help to make the season bright. The aloha spirit is a generosity of heart these islands are famous for, andthe joy of giving comes in many forms: hospitality, acts of kindness and makana (gifts.) When gift giving, let's show our love for the locals this holiday season by patronizing Hawaiian-owned businesses, like taro farmers, feather artists, lauhala weavers and other cultural practitioners. Besides these special people, here are a few contemporary Hawaiian things we love.

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\ < Stunning sterling silver jewelry for him and her designed by Sonny Ching. Cuffs, barrels, pendants, earrings and bracelets - eaeh pieee tells a story. Available in the Hula Pahu, Kū, Ke Kini Akua, and the Kapa Collections. $40-$880. Nohea Gallery or MyParadisus.com.

\ < He'e Nalu sterling silver Hawaiian pendant with ehain comes inscribed with Hawaiian virtues on one side and English translation on the other. 'Ohana - family, Mana 'olana - hope, Makoa - courage, and Ola - life. $45. Riches Hawai'i | Kāhala MallorRichesHawaii.com.

< Hang your purse in style with a Hula Girl purse hook! Various designs. $18. Riches Hawai'i Kāhala Mall, 737-3303.

Kamani bowls by Keith Maile anel other Hawaiian wood turners. Styles, sizes and prices vary. Nohea Gallery, 596-0074. >

< Relax with a tea found nowhere else on earth, Māmaki Hawaiian Herbal īea. One tin makes 5 gallons, by Maui Māmaki Tea Co. $11.95 at Native Books/ Nā Mea Hawai'i orwww.mauisono.com.

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Poura littlesugaron it ith Waimānalo Honey, le pure Hawaiian honey istributed byJohn "Cioci" alire in Kane'ohe and at ative Books/Nā Mea Hawai'i. 5.95.

< Enjoy the rich smooth 100 percent Kona Coffee by Kona

Brothers Coffee. $16.95 for a 6-ounee bag. Roasted to order for Native Books/Nā Mea Hawai'i, 597-8967.

< Find a home for these soft, * cuddlyclassicsockmonkey dolls, handcrafted in Hawai'i. In assorted patterns. $22 at Native Books/Nā Mea Hawai'i.

A. Join the fun as two brothers surf, elean limu and eat 'a'ama in / Kahakai(AttheKahakai)imm the Kamaiki Series of bilingual board books for children. $8. www.kamehamehapublishing.org. B. Mohala Mai 'o Hau: HowHau Became Hau'uia and Kohala Kuamo'o: Hae'ole's Race to SaveaKing. two bilingual books received medals in 2010. $12 and $16. www.kamehamehapublishing.org. C. Anahola: Kaua'i's Mystic Hawaiian lillage by Agnes Keaolani Marti-Kini is a rare coffee table treasure that captures the beauty of Kaua'i its history and people. It all started when Marti-Kini's daughterwas attending Kamehameha Schools. She was given an assignment to research and report on the area she was from, but the loeal libraries had nothing. So mother and daughter interviewed locals and compiled what they had gathered in this charming hardcover, made possible with funding from 0HA's Mālama Loan. 286 pages. $40. Kaua'i Museum, Borders or www.AnaholaBook.com.

< Give the gift of language with online classes from 'Aha Pūnana Leo's Niuolahiki Distance Learning Program. $64.98$200, with a makana ($20 value) mailedtoyou. www.ahapunanaleo.org or 834-6567.

< Lavender Gourmet Seasoningblendsthe flavors of lavender, Hawaiian salts and kukui nutwithother herbs and spices. Deliciouson poultry, beef, fish, pork, tofu,veggies, stewsand salads. $16. KaLei Eggs or www.aliikulalavender.com.

< Hawaiian Fish Bites premium 'ahi jerky is made in Hawai'i with islandfreshfish insweet ehili or teriyaki flavor. $10.95. Native Books/Nā Mea Hawai'i or Hawaiian Fish Bites, 722-3372.

These adorable Handmade Hawaiian Rag Dolls ^ eome in assorted prints. (Yellow palaka shown.) $25. Native Books/Nā Mea Hawai'i, 597-8967. >

< Add a little color to your keiki's life with handmade Kaua'i Crayons, 100 percent recycled crayons in a rainbow of island colors and shapes. $7.95. Native Books/Nā Mea Hawai'i.

Kealopiko Hawaiian inspiredclothing Keiki "Manini" īee www.kealopiko.com | or at Native Books/Nā Mea Hawai'i. >

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Play kōnane, a traditional Hawaiian board game, with your family and friends for years to eome. Hand-carved board with stones, $80. Other traditional games include 'Ulu Maika, $19.95; and 'Ulu Maika sets, $38, by Pat Pine. Native Books/Nā Mea Hawai'i, 597-8967.

Your pet ean have a silky coat and smell lavender fresh the these generous bubbles and active ingredients that repel fleas, ticks and other pests. Pet Shampoo, $11. Ali'i Kula Lavender Farm on Maui orwww.aliikulalavender.com.

A. īhe LegendaryAtta lsaacs: lnnovative Slack Key MasterZ\L is a reissue of 21 amazing recordings by the innovative and influential slack key master. Two-CD set is $14.98. www.cordinternational.com/ATTAISAACSl.htm. B. Hawaiian Host Christmas Macadamia and Music Medley with a special Willie K CD. $6.99. Longs and Walmart. C. The Amy Hānaiali'i and Slack Key Masters C D unites Hawai'i's top-selling female vocalist and top performers/composers Jeff Peterson, Cyril Pahinui, Dennis Kamakahi, Sonny Lim and Chino Montero. $15.98 in music stores or www.MountainAppleCompany.com.