Sep/Oct/Nov/Dec 2008

HO'OMAU I NA LOKAHI
“Persevere In Unity”
UNITY HOUSE, INC. OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER
Vol. III Sep/Oct/Nov/Dec 2008
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THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
MESSAGE
MESSAGE
Aloha,
…and welcome to the final few months of 2008! As in prior years, the period of October through December is the busiest time for Unity House in its beneficiary programs. As you will see in the following pages of this
newsletter, there’s plenty of activities in the weeks ahead to keep everyone busy and entertained. But before moving into those, let’s take a quick review of this past summer.
First of all, it was a banner year for our educational programs. In Early Education, more than 230 families
signed on to obtain financial assistance for their pre-school children. This reflected the second enrollment increase
over the past two years and shows the continuing popularity of this program. But that success is matched by our
High Education Scholarship Program, which awarded more than $140,000 to 140 students attending colleges and
schools in both Hawaii and on the mainland.
The summer also saw our participation in the first-ever Unity Labor Day Picnic at the Waikiki Shell. More
than 7,000 union members, retirees and their families attended this event, making it possibly the largest recreational gathering of labor families in Hawaii’s history. Unity House joined with the Hawaii Building & Construction Trades Council, the ILWU, Hawaii Teamsters and the Hawaii State AFL-CIO to conduct the all day affair,
which included food, prizes and entertainment by many of Hawaii’s most popular performers. We look forward to
working with our many labor friends next year to make the picnic an even greater success.
Which brings us to up to the present! As you can see from the newspaper cover, Unity House will no
longer conduct its Keiki Zoolites. We have instead scheduled this year’s Keiki Christmas party at Bishop Museum on Saturday, December 13th. While we won’t have the zoo animals nearby, there will still be lots of food,
entertainment, and games for all as well as the memorable and fascinating exhibits at the Bishop Museum for all to
view. Because this event will be held during the daylight hours, we expect a larger crowd, so be sure to sign up
early.
Our popular Fall activities are all going forward as scheduled with an expected maximum participation.
These include the annual Golf & Bowling Tournament trip to Las Vegas from October 9-14; the Turkey Shoot
Golf Tournament, being held this year at Waikele Golf Course on Monday, November 10th and our Retiree’s
Thanksgiving Luncheon at the Sheraton Hotel on Sunday, November 16th Although The Las Vegas trip is already
sold out, we are now taking applications for the Turkey Shoot, and reservations for the Thanksgiving Luncheon.
Also, please note on page six and seven UHI’s new & exclusive discounts that are now being offered to
you and your families. Always be sure to bring your Unity House Beneficiary Card when visiting these Preferred
Businesses.
Finally, don’t forget to register and vote in this year’s elections. Remember! Every vote counts! Our
warmest Aloha, UHI Board of Directors
PROGRAMS/EVENTS
EARLY EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The Early Education Scholarship Program (EESP), for coverage period October 1,
2008 - March 31, 2009, recently ended on August 15th. Penny Banks, Programs
Coordinator, reported that UHI received 232 applications. Eligible recipients included beneficiaries of Unity House, Inc., as well as, UNITE HERE, Local 5, Hawaii Teamster, Local 996, and Friends of Labor. She went on to say that for over
the past 2 years, the number of applications have steadily increased by 10%. If
you’ve missed this enrollment period, the next is scheduled for January 1st
through February 15th 2009.
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KEIKI CHRISTMAS
In celebration of the upcoming holiday season, Unity House will be holding its annual
Keiki Christmas at the Bishop Museum on Saturday, December 13, 2008. Traditionally,
this event was always held on the second Thursday in December at the Honolulu Zoo. However, this year, we have chosen the Bishop Museum for its capacity and a Saturday to accommodate more beneficiaries.
This event will be held on the “Great Lawn” and is free to all of our beneficiaries and
their families. There will be lots of food, games, entertainment, door prizes and the ever so
popular, Santa’s Box, in which every child, 12 and under, will receive a gift. Simultaneously,
the Bishop Museum exhibits will be open, but there is a small fee for those who are interested.
In order to attend this joyous event, you must pre-register with Unity House by calling
us at 945-0050. Pre-registration begins October 15th. Reservation deadline is December 8th.
(Please have the # of adults and the # of children ages 4 - 12 & # of children ages 3 & under
before calling) Don’t forget to mark your calendar, and come and spend this holiday, fun-filled
event with us.
Unity House, Inc.
Christmas Day Event
FREE
Bishop Museum Exhibits
12 yrs & up: $5.00
4 - 11 yrs: $3.00
3 yrs & under: Free
Event registration
opens at 10:00 a.m.
You MUST present
your Unity House, Inc.
Beneficiary Card.
To obtain one, call UHI.
You are welcome to bring folding/lawn chairs, sitting mats & coolers.
NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES!
Additional parking available at
Damien & Kapalama Schools
Other events…….
It was one of the largest gatherings for a Labor Day celebration
in the State of Hawaii. On Monday, September 1, more than
7,000 of Hawaii’s workers and
their families came together at
the Waikiki Shell. While entertainment and fun were the orders
for the day, it was also a time to
renew Labors commitment of
unity, purpose and friendship
that spans many generations. Thanks to the Hawaii Building & Construction Trade Council, Iron Workers, Hawaii State AFL-CIO, Hawaii Teamsters, ILWU, Unity House and several other private Labor Unions, thousands of people were treated to free food, drinks, games, rides for the keiki,
and entertainment throughout the day.
Hawaii Teamsters & Allied Workers, Local 996
2008 Sports Master Calendar
Strongman Bench Press Competition
October 4, 2008
Mighty Midget Keiki Mini Golf Tournament/
Halloween Costume Contest
October 25, 2008
Hoop It Up Basketball Tournament
November 8, 2008
Fall Jackpot Bowling Tournament
November 22, 2008
For more information,
contact Pat Silva @ 847-6633
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HIGHER EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
e are more than happy to announce the selection of our Fall 2008 & Spring 2009 college
scholarship awardees. So far, 140 recipients, from across our great state and nation,
were awarded scholarships totaling over $141,000. This amount will increase as the
Education Committee selects 4 recipients to receive UHI’s Special Awards for their outstanding achievements. Congratulations to all of our Scholarship Award Recipients!
Shawna-Lei Akana
Adrianne Gaea
Kealoha Mokiao
Rachel Sokugawa
Lihau Akau
Kyle Gallagher
Chassis Moody
Kurt Sookla
Carrie Aku-Harakal
Sherrie Gallagher
Nicole Morikawa Amanda Suiso
Saizha Andaya
Brianne Ganir
Megan Muramatsu Britney Taamu-Miyashiro
Abigail Antonio
Ella Grace Xinia Garcia Natalie Muramatsu Bradley Nicholas Taguinod
Anne Antonio
Lindlee Goeas
Janella Myers
Michael Taguinod
Melissa Au
Yushi Hayakawa
Esther Ng
Shary Tanouye
Tiffany Au
Albert Holm
Chadwick Ngai
Trisha Tengan
Pia Grace Baldovi
Reid Horimoto
Jeri Anne Ngai
Ryan Trujillo
Gabrielle Balmores
Patricia Hu
Courtnee Nunokawa Fredrick Tubania
Nathan Batara
Herman Ing
Kyle Ohtani
Veronica Tubania
Spencer Bishop
Mark Ishida
Casey Oketani
Sandra Tuitele
Vawn Jason Borges
Stayson Isobe
Jake Oketani
Lillie Tupouniua
Primrose Buenaluz
Kevin Kamiya
Shannon Oketani
Maileen Rogelia Ulep
Kirstie-Alyssa Bulosan
Chanel Kaneshiro
Malia Paranada
Valerie Valeriano
Melissa Cadelina-Caritan Jennifer Kihara
Sun Young Park
Brandie Vea
Justine Campos
LesliAnn Kikuchi
Bronson Pausa
Krystie Vea
Melissa Canite
Shey Kimura
Nicole Perry
Chanel Venzon
Kimberly Chang
Carla Kobashigawa
Andrew Pezzulo
Christopher Viernes
Edwin Chau
Kristie Kobashigawa
Jade Ashley Rabut Liane Villanueva
Kevin Cheong
Britni Kualii
Stacey Rabut
Christine Vo
Ka Wan Chiang
Ivonne Lagodlagod
Bryanne Ramiscal Agnes Wang
Daniel Chou
Linus Loo
Felita Reed
Ge Wang
Marcus Choy
Otis Loo
Melissa Rezada
Sharlene Whang
Mason Choy
Jennifer Ashley Lozano James Ribellia
Christopher Wong
Jon Coloma
Vivian Lui
John Paul Roldan Yee Wing Wong
Lily Coloma
Katherine Luu
Casi Sakaida
Jasmond Wu
Tryston Corotan
Micah Mamiya
Jade Savus
Stanley Yahiku, Jr.
Asia Doike
Chloe Martin
Natalie Schack
Anson Yam
Crystal Domingo
Marci Maruishi
Maribeth Seveses Jennifer Yam
Ridge Dunlap
Precious Matias
Mariel Seveses
Charnelle Yap
Michael Dysart
Letisha Matsuda
Lee Ann Shimabuku Puanani Yong
Nagel Flores
Sachino Miskey
Len Shimabuku
Martin Yu
Andy Fu
Yayoi Miskey
Lacie Shimizu
Lindsay Yuh
Courtney Gaddis
Tracie Miura
Gina Shin
Marisa Yuh
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SPORTS PROGRAM
We are excited to announce the selection of our 20052006 college scholarship awardees. Approximately 140
awards totaling nearly $140,000 were given and the recipients are attending schools all over the United States.
We awarded four (4) special awards in the amount of
$2,500 to the “best of the best” with some GPA’s exceeding 4.0. Three (3) “Best Essay” and six (6)
“Outstanding Community Service” applicants received
bonus awards of $100 each. In order to make a positive
UHI Cosmic Bowling was held on July 19th at
Hickam Air Force Base. Beneficiaries from
Local 996, Local 5, Unity House, and Friends
of Labor came out for a night filled with
strikes, spares, rockin’ music, ono food, tons
of laughter and door prizes which included
two trips to Las Vegas. There were a few gutter balls, but that didn’t dampen this sold-out
event. According to Event Coordinator, Kaui
Akana, there were 148 bowlers. She added
that since this event is such a big hit, we’re
looking forward to holding two tournaments
next year. We would like to congratulate 1st
Place Team Winners “Hawaiian Fire” of Local
996 and all of our participants. Special thanks
to volunteers, David Oda and family, UHI’s
wonderful staff, and Kaui Akana for coordinating this exciting event.
REMINDER!
We are now accepting applications
for UHI Turkey Shoot to be held at
Waikele Golf Club on Monday,
November 10th. Deadline is
October 24th.
Applications for UHI’s Annual
Arthur Rutledge Memorial
Invitational Golf Tournament will
be available on Monday, December
1st. Course pending.
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RETIREES’ PROGRAM
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2008
SHERATON WAIKIKI HOTEL
HAWAII BALLROOM
2255 KALAKAUA AVENUE
9:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Retiree Center
Lowell Kaanehe
171 N. Pauahi
Hon., HI 96817
(808) 585-6446
ATTENTION ALL RETIREES! It’s that time of the year, where Unity House honors its retirees for their past commitment and dedication in the work force. Keep an eye out for the registration form which will be mailed to you in October. Be sure to send the completed form to
Unity House by November 11th. We hope to see all of you there.
Teamsters
Gray Retiree
Club
General Membership Meetings
Ala Wai Club House
Thursday, September 25th & November 20th
10:00 a.m.
DI$COUNT PROGRAM
EMPEROR JEWELRY: 10% off on all products. Contact Sherry Lau @ 943-1846.
BUDGET RENT A CAR: Rent 5 days, 6th day free. Also, exclusive corporate rates
available. Contact Mele Malo @ 840-5512.
TOW-A-RAY SERVICES: 10% off towing service, no hood up fee, no mileage
charge. Contact Raymond Leung @ 833-3869.
MIDAS: 10% off (not valid with other discount offers or coupons) Contact Mark
Ogata @ 677-6189.
CENTRAL BODY & PAINT: 10% off parts or 10% off labor. Contact Rory Chandler
@ 488-0045.
ISLAND FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC, INC: Free initial exam including consultation/
exams/x-rays/follow-up visit & review of x-ray results & 10% off for all follow up
necessary chiropractic care. Contact Ada Hoffman @ 596-0599.
DI$COUNT PROGRAM
ZANZABAR NIGHT CLUB: Free admission any night. Contact Zanzabar @ 9243939.
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY: One week free training (Monday through
Friday) Contact Brandon Wolff @ 216-2570.
A.M. TOURS: Discounted hotel & transportation rates. Contact Trudy Taniguchi
@ 259-6568.
DISCOVERY TOYS: 10% discount on purchases, minimum shipping $8.50 or
14.5% of retail price prior to discount. Contact Donna Yamamoto @ 780-1097.
WILDTREE: 10% discount on retail purchases (not valid with any other offer)
Host a tasting and get a cookbook free. Contact Donna Yamamoto @ 780-1097.
THE LOCK UP SELF STORAGE: 15% off regular rate for up to 12 months.
Contact Mark Kwiatkowski @ 677-8626.
Other discounts include:
Free Legal Consultation & Disounted Legal Fees: Contact Randall Harakal @ 945-0050 x7604.
Free Notary: Call 945-0050 for an appointment.
Benefit Plans of America: Discount Medical Program. Log on to http://unityhouse.effusive.net/ for
info on Dental, Vision, Prescription & Chiropractic Care or Call Arlene Ilae @ 945-0050 x7611.
Stanley F.H. Wong, DDS: 10% off basic dental services. (First 25 patients to make an appointment will
receive a free teeth bleaching kit valued at $75) Contact Sandy Wong @ 955-3522.
Sen Music Studio: 10% off music lessons. Call 845-7751 for more info.
Spirit of Hawaii Drum & Bugle Corp: Free. Contact Bobby Derricotte @ 988-4595.
Credit Back: Earn instant rewards & savings. Contact Arlene Ilae @ 945-0050 x7611.
The Honolulu Zoo: 25% off Tiger Membership.
HI Polo Club & Trail Rides: $2 discount on admission to Sunday Polo Matches (regular admission $7)
and $20 discount on Trail Rides (regular $75). Call 949-8061 for more info.
Pro-Am Golf Shop: 20% off all golf items except sale items & golf balls. Call 596-2911 for more info.
Vacations Hawaii: $20 off Las Vegas Package. Must book directly with Unity House. Contact Kaui
Akana @ 945-0050 x7631.
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Beneficiaries MUST present their UHI
Beneficiary Card to receive these
offers. If you did not receive your
Unity House Beneficiary Card
and would like to obtain one, please
call Arlene Ilae at 945-0050.
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Unity House, Inc.
1701 Ala Wai Blvd.
Honolulu, HI 96815
Phone: (808) 945-0050
Toll Free: (877) 748-6489
Fax: (808) 944-0056
Email: [email protected]
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Primary Election
Sat. 9/20/08
General Election
Tue. 11/4/08
Questions
&
Contact Numbers
Office of Elections: (808)453-8683
C&C of Honolulu: (808)768-3800
County of Hawaii: (808)961-8277
County of Maui: (808)270-7749
County of Kauai: (808)241-6350
UPCOMING
EVENTS/PROGRAMS 2008
LV Golf/Bowling Tournaments
October 9th - 14th
Turkey Shoot Golf Tournament
November 10th
Arthur Rutledge
Founder
Ho`omau I Na Lokahi is
published by the Unity
House Staff under the
direction of
Publications
Coordinators:
James Boersema &
Penny Banks
Layout & Design
Publication:
Penny Banks
Retirees’ Thanksgiving Luncheon
November 16th
Keiki Christmas
December 13th
BOARD
OF
DIRECTORS
Executive VP/Secretary
Arlene Ilae
1st Senior VP/Treasurer
Randall Harakal
2nd Senior VP
Bob Fishman
2nd VP/Sgt. Of Arms
Randolph Borges
UPCOMING
HOLIDAYS
3rd VP/Chairman
James Boersema
OCTOBER
Discoverer’s Day
4th VP
Adam Enos
NOVEMBER
Thanksgiving
Day After Thanksgiving
5th VP
Norberto Castillo
DECEMBER
Christmas
6th VP
Sonny Dudoit