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Kalani Boy needs a forever home

Submitted by Hawaiian Humane Society
Thursday, April 28th, 2011, 11:43am
Kalani Boy needs a forever home

Kalani Boy came to the Hawaiian Humane Society late last year, scared and timid. He was placed in foster care to give him a chance to overcome his fear and learn to trust people and other dogs and the program is doing wonders.

"Kalani is a lovable, calm, tame and very friendly dog who enjoys cuddling in front of the TV and playing with his ball out in the sun,” his foster family says. “In the beginning he is very shy but once he warms up to you he loves to sleep on your lap.”

The foster family is opening up their Kaneohe home for potential adopters to visit him. Kalani will need a quiet home with a patient family who can slowly build his confidence.

If you are interested in meeting Kalani, please contact Natalie at 356-2217 or nlukashevsky@hawaiianhumane.org describing yourself and your home environment.

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Kodomo no Hi: Keiki Fun Fest - Sunday, May 1

Submitted by Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai`i, Community Blogger
Thursday, April 28th, 2011, 11:23am
Kodomo no Hi: Keiki Fun Fest - Sunday, May 1

Kodomo no Hi: Keiki Fun Fest, Sunday, May 1 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai`i

Come celebrate Children’s Day at Kodomo no Hi: Keiki Fun Fest. The annual festival will feature crafts and games based on Japanese traditions as well as hands-on cultural and martial arts demonstrations for the kids. Kimono dressing by Masako Formals and professional portraits with King Photo Service will also be available. There will also be a bouncer, appearances by Lani Moo, Dragonfly, Mr. Safety and the Oopu Fish, Steve Uyehara from Hawaii News Now as emcee, and the ever-popular kingyo sukui (goldfish scooping) game. This festival will also offer great food (Paradise Shave Ice, KC WaffleDog, Marian's Catering, Toyo's Sushi, Taste & See, Andagi), craft fair, entertainment, and fun for the entire family!

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SBA disaster loans available for Honolulu residents

Submitted by Anonymous on Thursday, April 28th, 9:20 am
SBA disaster loans available for Honolulu residents

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved disaster loans for Honolulu residents and businesses following last month's tsunami.

The agency's disaster declaration for the state now covers Oahu.

The tsunami caused an estimated $30 million in damage in the islands.

For more information, visit the SBA's website.

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Photos from the Wilhelmina Rise fire

Submitted by Anonymous on Thursday, April 28th, 8:31 am
Photos from the Wilhelmina Rise fire

A couple in their 80s remain hospitalized Thursday morning following a devastating fire.

The couple's home on Wilhelmina Rise went up in flames Wednesday morning at the corner of Koko Drive and Paula Drive.

Neighbors reported hearing explosions as the flames tore through the home.

Take a look at these photos of the damaged home sent in by Chad Asuncion.

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Self-guided walking tour of historic Manoa homes Sunday

Submitted by Anonymous on Thursday, April 28th, 6:55 am
Self-guided walking tour of historic Manoa homes Sunday

Malama O Manoa is sponsoring a two-hour self-guided walking tour of Manoa Valley's historic homes and neighborhoods from 8 a.m. to noon Sunday, May 1.

The tour will include a visit to Rocky Hill, McKinley Street and Kakela Drive which are filled with Hawaiian history and rich architecture. There will be six homes that allow visitors to enter and tour this year. Each with docents to welcome you and answer questions.

You will learn about the people who lived in the area and their contributions to the social, cultural and architectural history of Honolulu at the turn of the century. You will see their homes, rock walls, cut bluestone stairs and gardens.

There will also be refreshment stations along the way and slack key music performed by Danny Carvalho and Peter Moon, Jr.

The tour is part of National Historic Preservation Month.

Visitors will walk a 1-1/2 mile route past 20 historic sites.

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Elderly couple in hospital following Wilhelmina Rise fire

Submitted by Anonymous on Wednesday, April 27th, 4:31 pm

An elderly couple in their mid-80's are both in the hospital after their home on Wilhelmina Rise went up in flames.

The fire broke out on the corner of Koko Drive and Paula Drive at 8 a.m. Wednesday.

Two men who were working in the area rushed into the home and brought the couple out safely.

"It was amazing. They didn't know her. They just happened to be walking by," neighbor Connie Moore said.

"There were two surveyors working in the area at the time and they were able to go in the house and help rescue and bring them outside," Honolulu Fire Department Spokesman Capt. Gary Lum said.

Neighbors identified the couple as Kenneth and Helen Choy. They say the Choys have lived in the home for at least 50 years.

The man who helped pull Mrs. Choy from the burning home was also hospitalized and treated for smoke inhalation.

Damage to the home has been set at $410,000.

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Ruff it up at Canine Game Day

Submitted by Hawaiian Humane Society
Wednesday, April 27th, 2011, 4:05pm
Ruff it up at Canine Game Day

The Hawaiian Humane Society invites pooches and people of all sizes to play and frolic at a free family event, Saturday, May 14 from 10 am to 2 pm at Thomas Square. The event will feature dogs for adoption, doggie games, obstacle courses, fun for kids, great food and the Hawaii Weiner Derby! After a hard day of play, dogs can indulge in the doggie cool down area!

Dogs will be available for adoption on-site.

On Oahu, the Hawaiian Humane Society is the only animal welfare organization that shelters, rescues, adopts and welcomes animals all day, and every day. We protect animals from abuse, find families for homeless pets, and teach children about compassion for animals. As an independent nonprofit that receives no funding from other mainland animal welfare organizations such as HSUS and ASPCA, 100% of donations stays in the islands for the benefit of Hawaii’s animals and people

E-mail events@hawaiianhumane.org or call 356-2225 for details.

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