Stanford: The Christmas Wish program needs our help. Their program is run 100% by volunteers and 100% of all donations are used to enhance the lives of Hawaii's homeless children. They help those who live in homeless shelters, battered women shelters and along the shoreline in tents, abandoned cars, or under tarps and makeshift homes.  

Kathy: Right now they are anticipating 125 homeless keiki to attend their upcoming holiday party with Santa December 18 at the O Lounge. A wonderful meal with games, crafts and presents are all in the works. They need sponsors, volunteers, and donations. If you can help, call 808-982-8128 or log on to www.ChristmasWishProgram.org http://www.ChristmasWishProgram.org . And remember, together we can all make a difference.

Stanford: The Girl Scouts Woman of Distinction Dinner, "Building Communities." is Wednesday December 6 at the Hilton Hawaiian village. Selected for their leadership in Hawaii's land development industry, honorees--Meredith Ching, Donna Goth, and Kathy Inouye--demonstrate the courage, confidence, and character that Girl Scouting strives to develop in all girls.

Kathy: Funds raised will be used to deliver the Girl Scout Program to girls statewide and elevate public awareness and support. Lets help our girls become the leaders of tomorrow.  For more information, call 595-8400 x216. And remember, together we can all make a difference.

Stanford: Opera Ball 2006-Honolulu's Premiere Gala Event! Sheraton Waikiki, November 11th. Forbidden love, notorious seduction and innocent devotion. Opera Ball has been sold out months in advance, BUT, for those who missed the chance to purchase a full-priced Ball ticket, you're in luck!

Kathy: The unveiling of a new concept-- the Papillion Lounge, "a party club inside a party." A $100 cover charge gains you entry to an eclectic evening of auction bidding, live music, dancing, an open premium martini bar, and mingling over coffee and chocolates. Cocktail seating will be available as well as a limited number of French chambre (bed) settings.  Sound Exciting? Call 596-7372.  And remember, together we can all make a difference.

Stanford: March of Dimes Governors Ball is Saturday November 4. Honoring Aloha Airlines this year for it's 60 years of community service. This year's ball is promised to be a memorable one with fine food, fabulous entertainment, dancing and an extra helping of fun!
 
Kathy: Did you know that 1 out of every 8 babies in Hawaii are born premature? Many will suffer from lifelong disabilities. Please take this opportunity to help the March of Dimes, which gave the world a cure for polio and continues its important work to ensure our future's greatest resource: healthy babies. Call 973-2155 for more info. And remember, together we can all make a difference. 

Stanford: Ready for a Haunting Evening at Honolulu Theatre for Youth's Le Masquerade? October 27 from 6-10 pm at the Royal Hawaiian, join them for an exciting balloon raffle for spooky fun prizes, a bewitching silent auction, scrumptious dinner with chocolate ghooolish dessert. A costume parade with prizes, fabulous entertainment and dance the night away!
 
Kathy: This fundraiser plays a major part in HTY’s ability to achieve its mission at Tenney theatre thru
quality professional performances, meaningful drama education and memorable surroundings for our youth and their families.  For more information, call 457-4255 or log on to www.htyweb.org.  And remember, together we can all make a difference.

Stanford: The Filipino Community Center's Bayanihan Dinner is October 20 at the Sheraton Waikiki. Expect a blockbuster show of talented Filipino performers including Rocky Brown, Matt Catingub, and Kristian Lei. Delicious food by top Filipino chefs and fabulous finds at the silent auction.

Kathy: Today, banyanihan is defined by the cooperative spirit that joins many people to achieve ONE goal. Let's help the Filipino Community Center to continue to provide a venue for educational, social, cultural and economic programs to benefit thee ENTIRE community. For more information call 680-0451. And remember, together we can all make a difference.

Stanford: You won't want to miss out on Special Olympics Hawaii's "A Very Special Vegas." Casino Night 2006! Friday, October 20 at the Royal Hawaiian, enjoy exciting Las Vegas style amusement at the "Pink Palace" Monarch Room. Sumptuous wine tasting hosted by Better Brands in the "lounge."

Kathy: Experience this extravaganza! Grand silent and live auction! Fabulous entertainment to include Dueling Pianist straight from New York City! For more information, call 943-8808 or log on to www.specialolympicshawaii.org. And remember, together we can all make a difference.

Stanford: Want to help the endangered Sumatran tigers at the zoo? Honolulu Zoo Society's "Tiger Moon" is happening Saturday, October 7 5:30-10 pm on the beautiful main stage lawn. Enjoy pupu stations by Holokai Grill, D.K Steak House, Sam Choy's and Indigo's. Sip on delights at the "Tigertini Bar." Bid on a 1year lease of a Range Rover at the Grrrreat silent auction.

Kathy: Then sit down for a fabulous dinner by Diamond Head Grill and dessert by Orchids. The Noel Okimoto Trio featuring Rocky Brown will be there! All Proceeds will fund an expansion of the tiger exhibit and enable Berani and Chrissie to breed and raise cubs! For more info, call 926-3191 ext 11 or log on to www.honzoosoc.org. And remember, together we can all make a difference.

Stanford: Special Olympics Hawaii's annual "COP on TOP" is happening August 31 to September 2. Our local law enforcement officers will be “sitting on top” of scaffolding in front of 18 Safeway Stores statewide for 3 days or UNTIL they raise $15,000 for a Special Olympics program.

Kathy: Last year, an outstanding $271,000 was raised! This is the largest statewide fundraising event for Special Olympics Hawaii so don’t forget to make this event a TOP priority! For more information, call 943-8808 or visit www.specialolympicshawaii.org . And remember, together, we can all make a difference.

Stanford: Arthristis Foundation's Savor the Wine "Reds, Whites, & Blues" Saturday. September 30 from 4-7pm at Aloha Tower Market place, Mauka Lanai Banquet Room. Whether you are an experienced wine connoisseur or novice, the Arthritis Foundation welcomes you to a celebration of wine!

Kathy: Join them in an exquisite evening of wine, gourmet food stations by Gordon Biersch, blues music by Monk's Beret, and shop the delights of a silent auction -- all to help the 189,000 Hawaii residents affected by arthritis. All proceeds from this event will benefit research, programs and services, and education to help improve the quality of life for those suffering from arthritis. Call 596-2900 for your tickets today! And remember, together we can all make a difference

Stanford: Sunday July 30, it's Hale Makua's 18 th Annual Ohana Luau. Join them at Maui's Kihei Community Center for this down-home, family-style luau, local song and humor, silent auction, and country store! Enjoy Danny Couch, Frank De Lima, and Kamakakehau.

Kathy: All proceeds benefit Hale Makua. Let's help Maui’s largest non-profit long-term care facility, offering home health care services, rehabilitation, adult foster families, adult day health, and respite care services. Tickets are available at any Hale Makua or by calling 808-871-9214. And remember, together we can all make a difference.

Stanford: The Honolulu Academy of Arts presents their 12th annual SHOWCASE 2006. August 12 & 13! This 2 day event is not to be missed! This year with featured artists Yvonne Cheng, Rick Mills and Koi Ozu--there will be art from 140 artists. Proceeds benefit art education programs for future generations of artists in Hawaii.

Kathy: Free admission Saturday's fabulous Art Sale and artist talks. Sunday, experience the Food and Wine Extravaganza 6pm to 9. Gourmet Cuisine, expansive wine tasting with over 18 exclusive wine selections, great entertainment, and art sales with new pieces continually added! To buy tickets, call 532-8746--hurry cause they ARE limited! For more information visit www.academyguild.org. And remember, together we can all make a difference.

Stanford: Ready to put on those dancing shoes? It's the 5th Annual Organ Donor of Hawaii's "Dance for Life!" Saturday, August 19 at the Sheraton Waikiki. Into the Cha Cha? Waltz ? Rumba? Swing? Line Dancing? Enter or just enjoy watching the Ballroom Dance Contests!

Kathy: Enjoy a fabulous dinner, great entertainment, exciting silent auction, and dance the night away! All to celebrate the joy of giving the gift of life. All proceeds go to the Organ Donor Center of Hawaii and help to educate minority communities about organ and tissue donation. And remember, together we can all make a difference.

Stanford: Hawaii Meals on Wheels NEEDS volunteers to deliver hot meals to frail elderly and homebound individuals. It is dedicated to helping these people preserve their independence at home by providing hot, nutritious meals and regular personal interaction.

Kathy: Drivers are needed in the following areas: Hawaii Kai to Kalihi, Aiea to Pearl city, Ewa and Ewa Beach, Kaneohe, Kailua, Enchanted Lakes, or Waipio and Millilani. If you have a car and can deliver meals weekly or bi-weekly for just 1-2 hours btwn 10 am and 2 pm on any week days ...PLEASE call 988-6747. And remember, together we can all make a difference.

Stanford: Party at the American Heart Association’s Black Tie and Blue Jeans gala on Saturday, July 29th from 6 p.m. to midnight! Enjoy casino night! Scrumptious international cuisine. Exciting entertainment. Treasures await you in the silent and live auctions.

Kathy: Dance the night away! The event will be held at an exclusive, scenic location known only to lucky ticket holders. To join the fun at Black Tie & Blue Jeans, call Danielle Tuata at 457-4970. And remember, together we can all make a difference.

Stanford: The community’s support is very important to Catholic Charities Hawaii. Over 25,000 people each year turn to Catholic Charities Hawaii for help, regardless of their faith. Catholic Charities Hawaii‚s Mary Jane Program is celebrating its 30th anniversary of assisting women who are experiencing unplanned pregnancies and have nowhere else to go.

Kathy: The Mary Jane Program provides a caring, supportive environment with staff and counselors who help prepare the women for childbirth, parenting, and developing goals toward independence. For more information about the Mary Jane Program or other Catholic Charities Hawaii programs, call 521-HELP or visit www.CatholicCharitiesHawaii.org

Stanford: Saturday, June 10 is the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Maui Annual Dinner and Fundraiser at the Sheraton Maui Resort! Big Brothers Big Sisters Maui invites supporters to honor our Bigs and Littles of the Year as well as raise funds for their one-on-one mentoring programs.

Kathy: This special evening includes an elegant dinner, celebrity key-note speaker, awesome live entertainment, and an exciting live and silent auction. For information on sponsorship opportunities and tickets, CALL 808-242-9754. And remember, together we can all make a difference.

Stanford: Get ready to start strumming...The Maui Arts & Cultural Center's Annual Maui Calls fundraiser is here again, and this year's theme celebrates The 'Ukulele! Friday, August 11, 6:00. Enjoy tastings of some of the island's best restaurants and chefs. Fine Wine Imports will be pouring 18 of the country's best vineyards' wines!

Kathy:Come bid on hand-painted ukuleles by George Allen and Betty Hay Freeland, a trip to London, a Napa wine-tasting trip, beautiful jewelry and artwork, golf and spa packages, delectable dinners and a brand new BMW! Hurry cause this event sells out every year! There is a ticket reservation form online at mauiarts.org or call 242-2787 ext 225. And remember, together we can all make a difference.

July 4 is the 15 th Annual Great Waikoloa Rubber Duckie Race at Waikoloa Beach Resort – Lakeside at Kings’ Shops. Race begins at 3:00 p.m. and the top 50 ducks will win their adopted owners GREAT prizes. The race hosts a FULL day of entertainment, games, food, crafts and fireworks too!

Kathy: All proceeds from the race go to support United Cerebral Palsy Association of Hawaii. To adopt a duck, call the duckie hotline at (808) 532-6744 or go online at www.ucpahi.org. And remember, together we can all make a difference.

Stanford: Relay For Life Central Oahu (Mililani) is scheduled for July 15-16 at Mililani High School's Athletic Field 12 p.m. to 6 a.m. Teams of people take turns walking or running around a track overnight. Each team is asked to have a representative on the track at all times during the event because cancer never sleeps. We can celebrate the lives of those who have survived cancer and remember those that have passed away from this disease.

Kathy: Teams of people have fun while raising much-needed funds to fight cancer and raise awareness of cancer prevention and treatment. Let's fight cancer together! For more information or to make a donation call your American Cancer Society at 486-8420. And remember, together we can all make a difference!

Stanford: Mark you calendars. Saturday and Sunday June 10 thru 11 is American Cancer Society's Relay for Life Kapolei! Be there, 7 pm to 7am at Kapolei High School's Athletic Field. It offers everyone in a community an opportunity to participate in the fight against cancer. Teams of people camp out and take turns walking OR running around a track throughout the night, up to 24 hours long.

Kathy: Each team is asked to have a representative on the track at all times during the event because cancer never sleeps. Everyone has fun while raising much-needed funds to fight cancer and raise awareness of prevention and treatment. Come join your local survivor celebration TOday at Relay and participate in this life-changing event! For more information or to make a donation call your American Cancer Society at 486-8420.

Stanford: Bishop Museum will hold its 8th Annual Bernice Pauahi Bishop Awards Dinner Saturday, July 1 from 5 to 9 p.m. on the historic grounds of the Museum for the second year in a row! The Museum is pleased to honor Dr. Richard T. Mamiya, renowned heart surgeon and philanthropist and Dr. Michael J. Chun, President of Kamehameha Schools.

Kathy: This evening will be a night to remember, with a menu presented by Hawaii‘i's top chefs - including Roy Yamaguchi, Alan Wong, and others, live entertainment, and special pieces from the Museum's renowned collections will be on display. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Museum and its various programs. For more information or to purchase tickets, please call 848-4157. And remember, together we can all make a difference.