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Harold K.L. Castle Foundation Awards $2.85 Million In Grants In April

KAILUA — The Harold K.L. Castle Foundation announced today that its board of directors in April approved $2.85 million in grants to nine community organizations targeting everything from youth-at-risk to furloughed women prisoners to Polynesian voyaging to protecting our coastal communities.

“We are thrilled to be able to continue the legacy of giving in this 50th anniversary year of the Harold K.L. Castle Foundation,” said Terry George, the Foundation’s executive vice president and chief operating officer. “Harold Castle had a unique vision when he created the Foundation in 1962. Today, his vision of philanthropy continues to touch so many lives and inspires so many people to help each other and to care for our Island culture and the environment.”

Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties hosts free Career Night seminar, March 20

Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties hosts free Career Night seminar, March 20

 

WHEN:           Wednesday, March 20

                        6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

WHERE:        Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties

970 North Kalaheo Avenue
Suite C-215
Kailua, HI 96734

RSVP:             (808) 262 – 3160

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Whole Foods Market Kailua Taps New Potential with Keg Offerings

Whole Foods Market Kailua Taps New Potential with Keg Offerings

KAILUA, O‘AHU – Local shoppers now have a new eco-friendly and cost-effective option to help them enjoy quality beer in the comfort of their own home. Whole Foods Market Kailua recently expanded its bottled and canned beer selection to include several keg options for shoppers to purchase. Shoppers can choose from a variety of brews starting at just $64.99 a keg.

“What’s great about this new option is that our customers can get the best of both worlds with their keg purchase – quality beer in value quantities,” said Sundy Macalinao, Whole Foods Market beer specialist. “Our five gallon kegs will last for about two weeks, pouring fresh beer in every glass.”

Student artists encouraged to participate in Toyota's Dream Car Art Contest

Student artists encouraged to participate in Toyota's Dream Car Art Contest

Information courtesy of Toyota Hawaii:

 

HAWAII STUDENT ARTISTS STATEWIDE ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE

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TOYOTA’S 7TH DREAM CAR ART CONTEST

Draw “Your Dream Car” for a chance to win a trip to Japan, iPad Mini® or $150!

 

HONOLULU – ToyotaHawaii.com – Toyota Hawaii is inviting all Hawaii student artists age 15 years and younger to create a drawing of “Your Dream Car” for TOYOTA’s 7th Dream Car Art Contest. Hand-drawn entries must be submitted by February 25, 2013 to any Toyota dealer in the state or mailed to Toyota Dream Car Art Contest, P.O. Box 2788, Honolulu, Hawaii 96803-2788.

FIRST INSURANCE COMPANY OF HAWAII NAMES JEFF SHONKA SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

FIRST INSURANCE COMPANY OF HAWAII NAMES JEFF SHONKA SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

 

HONOLULU – The First Insurance Company of Hawaii (FICOH) board of directors has elected Jeff Shonka senior vice president, chief operating officer (COO). Shonka joined FICOH in 2002 as its chief financial officer. With this promotion, Shonka has assumed responsibility for key operational areas of the company, including Claims, Personal and Commercial Lines, Legal, Surety & Fidelity, and First Risk Management Services (FiRMS), a subsidiary brokerage operation for non-standard risks.

“Jeff is an invaluable member of the executive team who during his 10 years with First Insurance has not only earned the respect and trust of our officers, but of his department, our company and other industry leaders in Hawaii,” said Allen Uyeda, president and CEO of First Insurance.

Two More Weeks Left to Support Non-Profits During Subaru Hawaii’s “Share the Love” Event

Two More Weeks Left to Support Hawaii Non-Profit Organizations

During Subaru Hawaii’s “Share the Love” Event

Subaru Hawaii will donate $250 for every new vehicle sold by December 31;

Everyone can vote for favorite non-profit on Subaru Hawaii’s Facebook page

 

 

HONOLULU (December 14, 2012) – The race is on!  The public has the opportunity to decide which Hawaii non-profit will win an additional $5,000 from Subaru Hawaii during its “Share the Love” sales event. In addition to the $5,000 bonus to one lucky non-profit, Subaru Hawaii will donate $250 to a group of great causes for every new vehicle sold by December 31 -- Big Brothers Big Sisters Hawaii, Hawaii Wildlife Fund, Oahu SPCA, SPCA Maui and Hawaii Island Humane Society.

 

Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties Hosts Free Career Night on November 28

Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties Hosts Free Career Night on November 28

 

Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties Hosts Free Career Night on November 28

Information session in Kapolei open to those interested in a career in real estate

 

WHAT:           Free Career Night in Kapolei about how Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties can help those interested to learn more about a career in real estate.

 

WHEN:           Wednesday, November 28

                        6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

 

WHERE:         Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties

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