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What Flowers are used to make Hawaiian Leis?

Now a days leis can be found to be made from a wide variety of flowers.   The Hawaiian Encyclopedia places lei flowers into six (6) different categories: Native Indigenous Endemic Polynesian Introduction Post-Contact introduction Naturalized All these flowers came to...

Okinawan Festival in Hawaii

Every year on Labor Day weekend the largest culture festival of Hawaii takes place at Kapi'olani Park. This festival offers a chance to experience a different culture through their incredible food, dance and music. This festival is the Okinawan Festival. Now over 30...

What does the Hawaiian Honu Symbolize?

If you take a trip to the Hawaiian islands and venture out into of the many wonderful spots for snorkeling or swimming you just might, if you are lucky, encounter the majestic sea turtle. Seeing them in their natural habitat is an experience that won't be soon...

The Origin of the Hawaiian Lei

Leis are a traditional Hawaiian flower necklace that is often given to welcome guests, visitors or tourists to show affection, kindness, and good will. It is also commonly given during celebrations such as birthdays and graduations. Traditionally it is made from...

Hawaiian Gods & Goddesses

In Hawaiian folklore and mythology, there are hundread of gods and goddesses. These gods vary from terrifying, like Ku the great god of war and sorcery who demand human sacifices to appease him to the non-threathening like Nuakea the beneficient goddess of milk and...

Office Ace

Administrative professionals are not just another face in the crowd today. At times we forget that the true backbone to our daily success are those who are chasing papers. Let us do the legwork for you by delivering to downtown offices within 96813 and 96814 with no...

Washes for Wishes: Results

Good clean fun was to be had so Aloha Island Lei teamed up with Make-A-Wish-Foundation to make it happen with the fun-raising opportunity, Washes for Wishes. Sunday, February 23 at Midas Waipahu, the 'ohana from Aloha Island Lei woke up bright and early to raise money...

Washes for Wishes

On February 23, 2014 we are teaming up with Make-A-Wish Foundation to raise funds by performing car washes, "washes for wishes". One hundred percent of the proceeds will go to Make-A-Wish Foundation. We appreciate any gestures whether it be a donation or volunteering....

Help Us Reach 8,000 Likes on Facebook!

Let's face it. We spend a good part of our day scrolling through post after post on Facebook. Here's a networking opportunity that's about you and not someone else. Get us up to 8,000 likes on our Facebook page by 11:59 PM, January 31, 2014 and Aloha Island Lei will...

Spread Aloha with Lessons of Lei Making

On December 9, 2013, the ‘ohana of Aloha Island Lei and Marynoll High School’s Sophomore Hawaiian Studies class gifted a lei sewing project to Shriner’s Hospital. The melodic sounds of the Marynoll teens singing Hawaiian Christmas carols graced the eager ears of the...

Thanksgiving Canned Food Drive a Success!

This Thanksgiving, there was much to be grateful for, including the opportunity to participate in a worthy cause and give aloha to families in need this season. Mahalo to everyone who participated in the 2013 “Thanks for Giving” Canned Food Drive sponsored by Aloha...

Holiday Cheer

Gift Pack Giveaway: Brighten up the holidays for a family in need. Our Ohana at Aloha Island Lei is giving away FREE Gift Packs to help spread holiday cheer to deserving individuals. If you know a family who may be going through hardships and could use some aloha this...

Show Thanks, Give and Make A Difference

This Thanksgiving, join Aloha Island Lei and Aloha United Way in our efforts to help Hawaii’s less fortunate. From November 1, 2013 – November 20, 2013, we’re joining forces with Aloha United Way (AUW) for the 2013 “Thanks for Giving” Canned Food Drive. Canned goods...

Honor The Memories

Thank you to all who participated in helping to honor the memories of Veterans who've passed on. Aloha Island Lei would like to extend a special offer to those whose Veterans are laid to rest at The National Cemetery of the Pacific (Punchbowl Cemetery). In honor of...

Aloha For Courage: Stories

Mahalo to everyone who participated in our Aloha for Courage Lei Giveaway! We are touched by the stories and strength of not only your loved ones who are currently battling or have survived breast cancer, but the support, love and positivity you bring as their friend...

Aloha For Courage

Show your love, support and aloha to someone affected by breast cancer. Aloha for Courage Lei Giveaway Ends 10/11/13 Mahalo to everyone who participated in our Aloha for Courage Lei Giveaway. We are touched by the stories and strength of not only your loved ones who...