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Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Kauhale 'O Waianae: Garden & Nutrition Coordinator for Waianae Intermediate School
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Tuesday, March 22, 2011
"INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION DAY"
SOME PHOTOS FROM "INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION DAY"
Held by Representative Awana and Staff.
Held by Representative Awana and Staff.
Thank you to all the participants!
Monday, March 21, 2011
University of Hawaii Celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Association for Asian Studies
The University of Hawaii Art Gallery will be open to the public for special hours on Saturday, April 2, from 10:30-5:00 in celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Association for Asian Studies and in recognition of its joint conference with the International Convention of Asia Scholars in Honolulu from March 31 - April 3, 2011. (Regular gallery hours: Monday - Friday 10:30-5:00; Sunday 12:00-5:00. Closed: Saturday & spring break, March 21-25.)
The Reformer's Brush: Modernity and Traditional Media in China will be on view through April 8. This outstanding exhibition commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Xinhai revolution in China and showcases 78 works of Chinese calligraphy and painting from Honolulu collectors Dr. Ernest and Letah Lee and Dr. Chin-tang Lo. Artists and leaders whose works are highlighted include Li Hongzhang, who received King Kalakaua and Queen Emma on their 1881 visit to China, and Liang Qichao, who visited Honolulu in 1899 to raise funds for reform. Works by Chiang Kai-shek, Mei Lanfang, Guo Moruo, and many others are also featured. The announcement is in the attachment. Please also see: http://www.hawaii.edu/artgallery ; http://www.staradvertiser.com/features/20110313_brush_strokes.html
Gallery tours and an educational Chinese film series are scheduled on Sundays. For your comfort during the films, a sweater is recommended. Additional details for Sunday events are listed below. Admission to the exhibition and all events is free. Parking fees may apply.
GALLERY TOURS
Sundays, 2:00-3:00 p.m.
March 20: Led by Lisa Yoshihara, Director, University of Hawaii Art Gallery, and co-curator of the exhibition.
March 27: Led by Kate Lingley, UHM assistant professor of Chinese art history, principal curator of the exhibition, and author of the exhibition catalogue essay.
April 3: A collector's tour led by Dr. Ernest Lee, Honolulu cardiologist, who has studied and collected Chinese painting and calligraphy for over 30 years.
Friday, March 18, 2011
Lau Scholarship application deadline extended!!!!!!
The deadline for application for the 2011 L. Stephen Lau Water Research Endowed Scholarship has been extended to March 28th.
This scholarship was established with funds endowed to the University of Hawaii at Manoa by Dr. L. Stephen Lau and Mrs. Virginia May Lau of Honolulu. Dr. Lau is Emeritus Professor of Civil Engineering at the Univerity of Hawaii at Manoa College of Engineering and was, from 1971 to 1990, directr of the UH Water Resources Research Center.
The purpose of the scholarship is to further knowledge of Hawai‘i’s natural waters by providing financial assistance that may be used for anything related to costs of attendance or research.
For 2011, the amount of the award will be $1500.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
- Part- or full-time UH Manoa student;
- Upper division undergraduate or
- Graduate student;
- Any discipline related to water resources at the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa.
SELECTION CRITERIA
- Minimum GPA of 3.2 for undergraduates or 3.5 for graduates.
- An essay or a research proposal on any aspect of Hawai‘i natural waters and how the applicant’s research or area of study is related to it.
How to Apply for Scholarship:
An application form may be downloaded here. Applicants must submit the application form, an essay or research proposal, and evidence of eligibility for the scholarship, to the Director, Water Resources Research Center, University of Hawai‘i at Manoa, 2540 Dole Street, Holmes Hall 283, Honolulu, HI 96822. Deadline for receipt of applications is March 28, 2011.
For additional information, contact Dr. Chittaranjan Ray at cray@hawaii.edu or call 808-956-7847.Wednesday, March 16, 2011
CAPITOL TV
Tomorrow, March 10, 2011
2:00 p.m. House INT/TOU: · O’ahu channel 49 (see ‘additional information’ below for Neighbor Island channel information).
Friday, March 11, 2011
1:15 p.m. Senate HTH; HTH/CPN; HTH/EDU: · O’ahu channel not yet available (see ‘additional information’ below for Neighbor Island channel information).
§ You will be able to find this information at http://www.capitoltv.org/ after it has been determined.
o 1st agenda (HTH only; info briefing) not yet available, as of 5:00 p.m., 3/9/11
EARTH HOUR 2011
"“Earth Hour 2011” will take place in Hawai’i on Saturday, March 26, from 8:30-9:30 p.m. (local time.) The “World Wildlife Fund” is coordinating this event to bring awareness to energy conservation and the sustainability of our environment, acknowledging that we can all take small steps together to make a positive impact on our world. During “Earth Hour,” participants are asked to unplug all non-essential lights and other appliances from 8:30-9:30 p.m. (local time.) During “Earth Hour,” great monuments around the world will also go dark for this event, including the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Birds Nest in Beijing, Golden Gate Bridge, the Roman Coliseum, and the Great Pyramids at Giza (even the Las Vegas Strip shuts down most of its lights!) State and local government should lead by example, please consider participating in this conservation event.
If you'd like more information, please visit http://www.earthhour.org/. State and local government can register to show their support and post what they are doing to pitch in."
If you'd like more information, please visit http://www.earthhour.org/. State and local government can register to show their support and post what they are doing to pitch in."
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
2011 Education Week
This is just a reminder that our 2011 Education Week starts today. Please join us for an interactive week-long celebration recognizing inspiring educators, committed organizations and education programs and events that bring everyone, from our youngest of keiki to our most mature kūpuna, to the State Capitol to educate and engage with policymakers.
MONDAY, MARCH 14
University of Hawaii System wide Campuses: Culinary Arts; Sustainable, Carpentry, Tropical Conservation and Biology and Plant and Biotechnology Programs
Time: 10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Place: Room 224 and 225
Signing of SB8 by Governor Abercrombie
Time: 2:15 p.m.
Place: Washington Place
TUESDAY, MARCH 15
Early Learning Council Framework Presentation and Breakfast
Time: 7:45 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
Place: Room 224
Robotics demonstrations by several high school teams
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Place: Capitol Rotunda
University of Hawaii System wide Campuses: Medicine and Nursing, Science, Solar Decathlon, Veterinary Assisting and Digital Media programs
Time: 10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Place: Room 224 and 225
Hiki Nō, the nation’s first statewide news network, will be presenting video and displays
Time: 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Place: Room 229
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16
"31 Flavors of Hawaii's Public Charter Schools"
(Charter schools to pass out frozen yogurt with 31 different toppings, representing 31 Hawaii Charter Schools)
Legendary Hawaiian musician Cyril Pahinui and his students from Connections, a Hilo public charter school, will be playing the steel guitars that they made under his instruction and guidance.
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Place: Room 224
Hawaii Institute for Public Affairs/ 21st Century Schools Presentation
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Place: Room 225
Senate Floor Presentations: 2010 State Librarian of the Year, 2010 Library's Excellence in Service Awards, 2009 Presidential Awards for Math and Science Teaching, DOE's Kūpuna Program 30th Anniversary
Time: 11:30 a.m.
Place: Senate Floor
THURSDAY, MARCH 17
Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) Program:
Presentation by Campbell High and Washington Middle students
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Place: Room 224
Hawaii P-20 Partnerships in Education: P-3 Initiative, Step-Up Program and Gear Up open house
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Place: Room 225
Hawaii State Council on Developmental Disabilities, Day at the Capitol
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Place: Auditorium
Senate and House Floor Presentations: 2010 Milken Family Foundation Educator Awards, 2011 Blue Ribbon Schools, 2010 National Distinguished Principals
Time: 11:30 a.m. (Senate) 12:00 p.m. (House)
Place: Senate/House Chambers
FRIDAY, MARCH 18
Hawaii Education Matters:
open house focusing on healthy meals and healthy foods in schools
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Place: Room 224
Legislative Training Session and High School Student Hearing Day with the Committees on EDU, ENE, and AGR
Time: 1:15 p.m.
Place: Room 225
Senate and House Floor Presentations: 2011 Hawaii Teachers of the Year
Time: 11:30 a.m. (Senate) 12:00 p.m. (House)
Place: Senate/House Chambers
MONDAY, MARCH 21
University of Hawaii Student Shadow Days
Monday, March 14, 2011
SENATOR GABBARD'S "TALK AND LISTEN" STORY MEETINGS
Representative Awana will be attending
Senator Gabbard's "Talk and Listen" Story Meeting
at Kapolei Starbucks on March 25, 2011 at 9am.
Senator Gabbard's "Talk and Listen" Story Meeting
at Kapolei Starbucks on March 25, 2011 at 9am.
Come talk and listen with Senator Gabbard
and Representative Awana!
and Representative Awana!
Thursday, March 10, 2011
PRINCE JONAH KUHIO KALANIANA'OLE 2011 PRINCE KUHIO LEGACY CONTEST
If you would like this application, please contact our office
and we will have someone fax this over to you.
Mahalo
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Nanakuli High School Athletic Department presents its....
1st Annual Come Fly With Us
Dinner and Black Tie Engagement Fundraiser
Dinner and Black Tie Engagement Fundraiser
at the Ihilani Ko'olina Resort Oceam Ballroom
Hosted by the Nanakuli High School Wrestling Team!!!
March 16, 2011 4:30-10:00pm
Contact: Coach Alika
89-980 Nanakuli Ave.
Waianae, HI 96792
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
State-wide pedestrian master plan meeting!!!!!!!!!!
State-wide pedestrian master plan meeting!!!!!!!!!!
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Waianae High School
85-251 Farrington Highway, Waianae, HI 96792
Just Around the Corner with Representative Karen Awana: Meet the Staff
All on VIEWS 54
4/6/11 Wed 6:00 pm
4/7/11 Thu 1:30 pm
4/11/11 Mon 4:00 pm
4/13/11 Wed 8:30 am
Monday, March 7, 2011
NATION CONSUMER PROTECTION WEEK CONSUMER FAIR
Thursday, March 10 - 10 am to 1 pm
King Kalakaua Building Courtyard, 335 Merchant St.
Local, State and Federal agencies will offer free consumer education information hightlighting resources for consumers of every age. Learn about spending and managing money wisely, protecting privacy, managing money wisely, protecting privacy, managing debt, avoiding identity theft, understanding credit and mortages, and steering clear of frauds and scams.
JAMES H. PEITSCH, JD: LEGAL PLANNING FOR CAREGIVING AND FAMILIES DEALING WITH DEMENTIA
Friday, March 11 - 12 noon to 1 pm
Ward Warehouse, Kakaako Conference Room, 1050 Ala Moana Blvd.
Meet the leading local legal expert for this free family caregiver workshop. Topics include legal status: Competency, Guardship, Conservatorship and other alternative and health care planning: Advanced health care directives and surrogate decision making. Donations are welcome. Seating is limited.
TO REGISTER, CALL 591-2771.
FEDERAL SURPLUS FOOD DISTRIBUTION
Thursday, March 17 - 8 am to 12 noon until the food runs out
Distribution at Lanakula Multipurpose Senior Center, 1640 Lanakila Ave.
MUST BRING ID TO ENTER
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
ARE YOU READY FOR A DISASTER?
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"1) A DISASTER IS COMING!
2) HELP IS NOT COMING
3) ARE YOU READY? "
-Pastor Allen
Representative Awana's staff attended the Disaster Preparedness Class at Nanakuli High and Intermediate School last week. In the class they learned how to prepare for natural disasters and how to help your family, friends, and even neighbors when a natural disaster occurs. Other disaster preparedness meetings will be held this month and our office will post the dates as soon as we are notified.
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