Hawaii Talks 3-28-2014

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Exciting Times for Kapolei

By Lisa Lee Twenty years ago, sugar cane ďŹ elds covered most of the Ewa plain between Makakilo and Barbers Point Naval Air Station. Today the West side boasts a new crop: The “second cityâ€?.

Drive the streets of Kapolei and you’ll ďŹ nd beautiful new homes and townhomes, robust shopping centers, city and county buildings, the department of Hawaiian Homelands, the University of Hawaii’s West Oahu campus, and the beaches of Ko Olina, home of Disney’s Aulani resort. “Kapolei began with a master plan to become ‘the Second City’,â€? says Charmaine Quilit Poki, a long-time resident and REALTORÂŽ at Prudential Locations. “The idea was to make a family oriented community, with open space, businesses and jobs, multi-family and single family homes, and affordable prices. To see it materialize has been really exciting.â€?

Shannon Feliciano, a REALTOR Associate

at Prudential Locations, sums up both the lifestyle and opportunity in the neighborhood this way: “Live, work and play in Kapolei! We can do it all here. And it’s getting more exciting, as new shopping centers open, new homes are built, and we see the rail development in action.�

Quilit Poki and Feliciano have experienced Kapolei’s growth ďŹ rst-hand, not just as REALTORs but as residents. Says Quilit Poki, “I’ve lived in Kapolei since the ďŹ rst subdivision was built 24 years ago. It was the ďŹ rst house I ever

owned. Since then, I’ve had several homes in Kapolei because here, you’re able to move up until you are where you want to be.�

Kapolei offers a diversity of properties to ďŹ t people’s lifestyles, income and needs. From townhomes to large homes and everything in between, there is something for everyone, including combined commercialresidential properties, such as Nanala at Mehana.

Kapolei also has affordable rentals, housing for seniors, and leasehold properties.

Sherrie Akana Kuroda

is a REALTOR at Prudential Locations who has helped many military and nonmilitary clients buy homes in Kapolei. She explains that Kapolei works well for her military clients because the newer homes easily pass VA loan requirements, the price points are right, and the commute to the bases isn’t bad. “The best part is that my clients have beneďŹ ted from owning their home,â€? she adds. “They build equity for themselves instead of paying out rent and they can deduct the mortgage interest.â€?

The Kapolei real estate market has been leading Oahu’s overall market.

Home price appreciation picked up speed in 2013 as a result of strong buyer demand, low inventory, and high rates of bids over the asking price.

The median price for single family homes sold in the last 12 months was $540,000. Single family home prices in Kapolei have appreciated 19% in the past year, and 23% in the past ďŹ ve years. To demonstrate the rate of rising prices, the median price for homes sold in

the ďŹ rst two months of 2014 is $627,000.

The price trend has been even more dramatic for condos and townhomes.

Condo and townhome prices in Kapolei have appreciated 33% in the past year and 55% in the past ďŹ ve years. The median price for condos sold in the last 12 months was $318,936, while the median price for condos sold in the ďŹ rst two months of 2014 is $413,500.

Months of Remaining Inventory (MRI) is a key market indicator that tells how long it will take to sell out of the current inventory at today’s pace of sales. Kapolei’s MRI for both single family homes and condos is down to just 2.1 months of remaining inventory, which is lower than Oahu’s already-low 3.1 months.

For more information on properties in Kapolei, call 808-377-4646.

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Use your equity and borrow smarter

By Rachel Breit Stop hitting snooze on your dream of the perfect home, and wake up to the reality that you can make your dreams come true — without having to relocate.

While many in the prime of their careers feel the need to upgrade houses before they retire, in Hawaii’s competitive housing market, there just might not be a house on the market that fits the bill. If a desirable home does become available, the high demand means more competition among buyers. Meaning it could be years until you get the keys to your house you hope for.

That’s where Reed Myers of mortgage lending company Myers Capital Hawaii comes in. “If you are having trouble finding your dream home because the real estate market is so competitive, you may look to renovating your existing home,” said Myers.

Operating out of the Davies Pacific Center on Bishop Street in downtown Honolulu, Myers works one-on-one, helping clients with their financing needs.

One of the loan programs Myers Capital Hawaii offers is a home equity loan.

“Look to what you have,” said Myers.

“You can borrow against your home’s equity to help make your existing home your dream home.”

So consider it time to retire the stack of home magazines filled with glossy images of spacious, breezy kitchens and sparkling bathrooms and other expansions you’ve spent so long ogling over. With Myers Capital Hawaii’s help, get going on a remodel that will serve you for your years to come.

And, while many credit unions and banks are lending at variable rates, the home equity financing Myers Capital Hawaii provides is at a fixed rate, keeping you on track with your retirement plans. “You want to be debt free when you get to retirement, and this loan program is designed to accomplish that,” Myers explained.

Furthermore, well-qualified borrowers will be rewarded for good credit and solid employment history with lower interest rates. “Typically our interest rates on any

Reed Kawai Myers, President given day are a quarter to a half percent lower than any other mortgage company or bank,” said Myers.

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Maaco hits the road with improved services work for everybody. Everyone should come out ahead, and get closer to what they want to accomplish,” explained Thornton.

His zeal for treating his employees right has translated into actions that have made for a happier staff.

Also on Thornton’s agenda is to give back to the local community by sponsoring local sports, adopting one non-profit organization per year and giving away an auto body “makeover” at every University of Hawaii Wahine Volleyball home game.

Thornton’s intention is to wow kamaaina and military clientele, as well as to build upon his existing commercial client base.

Thornton proudly boasts the quick turnaround time for vehicles brought into the shop, saying that customers can expect total restorations to take up to one week.

“There isn’t a week that goes by that we don’t have a 1960s muscle car in here for a total restoration,” he said. According to Thornton, Maaco Hawaii also provides free written estimates — something a lot of body shops won’t give you.

“We offer elective repair here at Maaco Hawaii. Your car is your investment, and depending on what you need done to your

By Kimberly Lehano If you’ve noticed some Maaco Hawaii commercials on TV lately, and wondered what’s new with the company, you’re not the only one. “Turn the car you drive into the car you love” is its new slogan, and the slogan isn’t the only thing that has changed with this familiar auto-body and repair company.

Since taking over Maaco Hawaii in December 2013, president and owner Ryan Thornton has made some big changes to this 30-year-old company. Thornton moved to the Islands 15 years ago, and loved it so much he never left. Now a Hawaii Kai resident, Thornton’s outlook is bright as plans are in the works for Maaco Hawaii.

Currently, Maaco has one establishment in Pearl City, but Thornton hopes to expand the company statewide to include locations on the Big Island (Kona), Maui (Wailuku) and Kauai (Lihue), as well as additional Oahu locations within the next three years.

“Our price point is perfect for those on the neighbor islands. This will help their cars look good longer,” he said.

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Previous management issues have led to some negative Yelp reviews, but Thornton is working to repair the image of Maaco Hawaii, doing whatever it takes to make customers happy. “I don’t care if I make a dime — your car isn’t leaving until it’s right. You bring it to us to make it better,” said Thornton.

To regain loyalty, Thornton and his crew of 14 will continue to work hard to deliver exceptional customer service to their customers. Thornton also wants to treat his staff right, not only because they are like family, but because it comes across to his customers as well. “I’d like to be the employer of choice forever. (Work) should

car, we want to take care of you, whether you are keeping or selling your vehicle.

“I know the steps and questions, and also what the realistic expectations are. I won’t let customers be led astray or have false expectations,” Thornton said.

Added to that, the company claims to love rust. What better place to take your car or truck? “We love rust — we attack it,” said Thornton. He explained the process of rust and your vehicle. “Once the clear coat on your car fades, the base fails and the metal starts to rust. It won’t stop unless you physically treat it,” said Thornton.

Painting over it just doesn’t do it, and according to Thornton, Maaco Hawaii has no problem cutting out the rust, replacing it with new metal, and fixing and painting the affected areas.

Maaco Hawaii is located at 98-746 Kuahao Place. Hours of operation are 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturdays. For more information, call 488-2222.

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Center keeps laser-sharp focus on health issues

By Rasa Fournier Dr. Jeremy Alosa is the owner and doctor of chiropractic at Arthritis Laser Treatment Center. We caught up with him recently and asked him a few questions about his background and practice.

Where did you receive your schooling and training?

I got my bachelor’s degree in exercise science from the University of Massachusetts, then I went to chiropractic school at the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic.

How long have you been practicing?

I have been practicing in Hawaii since 2004. Since 2009, I have been specializing in treating Arthritis pain using a 15 watt infrared laser.

What is laser therapy?

Laser is used in a lot of different industries, such as LASIK eye surgery. That’s when we really started to hear about lasers being used in health care. The laser I use is the most powerful and advanced on the market. It is a Lightforce made by Litecure and I own the only ones in the entire state. Class I lasers would be a bar code scanner you see at the grocery store. Then they go up in class as they go up in power. At the top of the list would be surgical lasers. Class IV has up to 15 watts of power.

The power a laser has is very important because power x time = Dosage and dosage is the only thing that determines patient outcomes and you cannot make up for insufficient power with increased treatment times.

How does the laser help the body heal?

The word laser is an acronym for light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation.

It’s important to know that the radiation is non-ionizing.

Unlike the dangerous radiation you get with gamma- or X-rays, infrared light is safe. It is just light, and the healing property in the laser is the photons that are in the light. The laser I use has a dual wavelength of 808 nanometers and 980 nanometers.

These wavelengths are best for light to penetrate into the body. The process is known as photobiostimulation. The photons stimulate the body to heal on the cellular level. One of the many things that happen is ATP (adeno-sine triphosphate) production is increased, allowing cells to take up nutrients and get rid of waste byproducts faster.

It also activates fibroblasts, chondrocytes, osteocytes and other tissue repair cells, that allows faster healing rates. Laser light also reduces inflammation by inhibiting the synthesis of inflammatory prostaglandins and by contrast stimulates prostaglandins that have a vasodilating (dilate blood vessels, which decreases blood pressure) and anti-inflammatory action.

Pain levels also are reduced by causing an increase in beta endorphin and nitric oxide release, decreased bradykinin levels, ion channel normalization and stabilization of the action potential of nerve cells. Another really important thing my laser can do is reform scar tissue into healthy tissue through a process known as angio-genesis (creates new blood vessel growth). All post-surgical patients should undergo laser therapy because

Dr. Jeremy Alosa treating a patient with the Class IV Laser.

Sixty percent of people over 65 have arthritis. Do you have pain in any of these areas? it speeds the recovery rate and improves outcome. In summary, infrared Class IV laser therapy is scientifically based, safe and effective in treating any musculoskeletal condition. Most of my patients have arthritis and they respond very well. It is very gratifying to have patients come to me in desperation because they have tried every treatment imaginable and I am able to get them better when no one else could.

How is laser associated with chiropractic?

The chiropractic adjustments we give patients stimulate the body to heal itself. Laser is just a different method of doing that. With chiropractic, you’re using your hands and adjusting the patient’s spine.

Because everything in the body is controlled by the nervous system and your spine surrounds the central nervous system, you can influence different things by just adjusting the spine. Laser works similarly. It’s just you’re using laser light to stimulate the body to heal. Plus my laser works great for patients who don’t have strong enough bones to handle a chiropractic adjustment.

How long does treatment typically take?

The larger the treatment area, the longer the treatment time. A wrist will take around 3 minutes and a hip can take up to 15 minutes.

What philosophy drives your practice?

My goal with all my patients is to get them better using non-invasive and safe treatments before they do the more radical and dangerous

Learn about the safest, most effective arthritis treatment. types of procedures like surgery or injections, especially when treating arthritis. The norm is patients go to the medical doctor and they have three treatment options: drugs (over the counter or prescription), injections (cortisone or epidurals) or surgery. None of those options are meant to fix the problem, and they present dangerous side effects. My goal is to get patients better so they don’t have to go through that. It makes sense for them to try the laser first because there’s no chance of them getting worse with my type of treatment and the relief they get is long term not temporary.

Arthritis is a widespread problem. Sixty percent of

people over 65 have arthritis.

It’s the No. 1 cause of chronic pain and disability in the U.S. It accounts for 17 percent of all chronic pain and disability in the country. Compare that to the leading cause of death, which is heart disease, and that accounts for 11 percent of all disability.

Until this laser was cleared by the FDA in 2003, there weren’t many effective options to treat arthritis.

Now, the Class IV infrared laser has revolutionized the treatment of arthritis pain and numbness.

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One man’s tale of life on the run

By Rachel Breit Have you seen this fugitive? Living under an alias, Adam “Hollywood� Correa spent years on the run for a crime he admits was a mistake. He recounts his experience living in the shadows in his recently published e-book Fugitive in Paradise.

Correa was convicted of assault and kidnapping following an altercation with a couple that was trying to steal his belongings at a Nimitz bus stop. After violating his parole and sentenced to additional jail time, Correa– with only $25 dollars in quarters– boarded a ight to Kauai where he spent the next eight years moving from house to house. He

The Correa family relied on food banks for meals and lived under the alias David, his brother’s middle name.

The near decade Correa spent dodging the authorities and living in fear still haunts him. His hope for his e-book is to help clear his name now that he has done his time. “I wanted to explain what I did,� he said.

Even after his release from prison 10 years ago, his photo still appears in the “Wanted� archives. By sharing his story, he intends to help both sides of the law: criminals and the police. “It’s not worth it to go on the run,� Correa said. “Your body is free, but you are still locked up in your mind.�

The 200-page e-book is available on Amazon.com for $4.99.

Correa also has his sights set on print publication and beyond. “I have faith that it is going to become a movie,� he said.

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By Serena Valdez In the 45 years since Al Phillips the Cleaner has been in business, locals have come to know the dry cleaning facility as a reliable source for their garment needs.

Owner John Baljian’s passion for clothes and working with the community has allowed him to live up to and exceed the Al Phillips standard of excellence. “My philosophy and our policy is to be honest, work hard and do quality work and let our customers compare our work to other businesses,� he said.

For the past four consecutive years, Al Phillips has been named one of the best dry cleaning services by the Honolulu Star-Advertiser’s “Hawaii’s Best� competition — a people’s choice award honoring businesses and services deemed the best in the state.

Baljian, who has headed the company for the past decade, credits the success of the business to the operation as a whole, saying teamwork and dedication spur success. Not only do the employees come into the shop hours before opening, but

they also work well after the shop has closed — usually amounting to 20-hour workdays — to ensure that they live up to their slogan of being “quick as a bunny.�

Aside from its main ofďŹ ce in Kailua, Al Phillips has expanded to include ďŹ ve more locations across the island, serving a total of nearly 6,000 customers a month. Services at each location include alterations, same-day service and dry cleaning specials on uniforms such as military, police and security guard uniforms. “I love my job. I love the people I work with,â€? Baljian said. “It’s like a big, happy family and I am so happy we have this team that I created. We take on any challenge, anytime.â€?

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Providing quality care for Hawaii’s elderly

By Jaimie Kim Beyond providing seniors with in-home health services, Ho‘okele Care At Home offers a range of programs to keep its clients active and engaged. “Our goal is to enable an individual to remain at home as long as it’s possible and as long as it’s safe,� said CEO and cofounder Bonnie Castonguay.

Established in 2010 by Ho‘okele Health Navigators, LLC, Ho‘okele Care At Home offers a concierge service that provides activities for its clients that range from outings to the theatre to exploring the Island’s cuisine.

The business also utilizes a variety of technological practices such as the iHealthHomeÂŽ system which can be

used in conjunction with their wireless bluetooth biometrics.

iHealthHomeŽ The use of biometric monitoring, for instance, allows the company’s registered nurses and nurse aides to closely monitor the health of each client. “It also allows families to have transparency so they can actually see what’s going on

in the home setting,� said Castonguay.

Clients can also enjoy a virtual concierge system allowing them to conveniently order a range of services at home.

This and other methods allow Ho‘okele’s clients to maintain a sense of independence. “We’re trying to give that back to them in an easy way so that they are maintaining control over how they want their life to be,� she said. For those deciding when the right time will be to seek additional care for an elderly loved one, Castonguay advises to plan early.

With a goal of reaching out to seniors before they are in a fragile state,

she believes Ho‘okele’s services provide seniors with the means to live comfortably at home longer. “People need to think that these types of services aren’t luxury services,�

Castonguay said. “They become needed services that enable you to be able to enjoy your life.�

For a free consultation, or to request more information, please contact Ho‘okele Care at Home at 628-6700 or visit www.hookelehealth.com.

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Finding strength in Atlas Construction

By Lynsey Beth Futa Why has Atlas construction been voted Hawaii’s Best Contractor (First Place) for 2013? Bruce Kim of Atlas Construction humbly attributed the company’s success to the “hard work and dedication that we give towards the families, who have allowed us into their lives to fulfill their dreams of a new home or improvements to their home.” The company was unaware that it was even contending for the award, but responded with gratitude, remarking that such an achievement is what it strives for.

This fourth-generation company finds its strength in experience cultivated by the current family managers of the company from generations past. Family is important to Atlas Construction, not only including the families that it helps daily, but also for the family that makes up its company. The business is made up of six cousins in management positions and “the remainder of our company, although not blood relatives, we consider (to be) family in the sense that we believe in the same principles that were handed down to us through the generations,” Kim added. What better company to know family needs than one that is family-run?

Atlas Construction and its employees take every building process personally, making the homeowners’ vision the focus and believing that customer satisfaction is No. 1 in priority. “The amount of time and effort we put into a job is the same quality as if we were building on our own homes,” said Kim about the company’s passion for its work.

Atlas Construction also places emphasis on and backs up the term design build contractor, ensuring that a family’s dream is made reality. Kim described the term as such, “A true design build contractor takes on full responsibilities of a project to completion based on the approved designs, specifications and general conditions that make up the whole of the construction contract.” Instead of hiring a separate architect to help with designing and a contractor to construct the plans, Atlas Construction can offer a “one-stop shop” for customers’ building journey. The company will be there every step of the way because it truly believes that, “Atlas Construction’s interest is one and the same as the homeowners’.”

Finding a contractor is a difficult and picky process and Atlas Construction realizes the dilemma in trying to find the best fit for homeowners’ future plans, which is why the it offers a contractor’s open house to give families who are looking for building-help the opportunity to see the company’s work firsthand.

Also, there are video testimonials on its website (atlasconstruction808.com) where families share their experiences working with Atlas Construction. There can also be up to four to five meetings before the building process ever begins to ensure homeowners that both care and commitment are going into making their visions of their future home come to life.

Atlas Construction’s dedication to seeing these plans unfold the homeowner’s way is evident by the sincerity of the company and its employees.

And to think, building your dream house does not have to mean going broke.

Atlas Construction prides itself on not only giving homeowners quality work and

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services, but also in providing them the best prices for it. Kim emphasized this with his statement that, “The quality of the materials and labor makes the difference in the end product.” The experience of this fourth-generation company allows for little mistake, and the choice to use grade-A materials leaves out the stress of future maintenance fees due to poor quality in products.

When using lower grade materials the cost is cheaper up front, but costs rack up after low quality materials fail to endure time. Atlas Construction wants to build what will last for families, which is why it only uses grade-A level materials, essentially saving families money by investing in quality. “This gives our homeowners the added value of knowing that the cost of their construction is built to last with a low-maintenance and long lifespan of building materials,” said Kim. During the building process, materials are not the only things to be conscious of, for in life things are constantly changing.

Much is the same in building or making improvements on a home. Low original contract prices are subject to change once a project goes under way, due to unforeseen problems that may arise, but Atlas believes that if any issues do come up, it is the design build contractor’s responsibility. No additional charges will be made to the original contracting price once it is decided upon. Homeowners can rest assured that the quote they are given is what they will be paying when the

project is finished with Atlas Construction.

Kim has also spoken of the newly implemented cloud-based project management software given to homeowners (through a tablet) to access their step-by-step building process as it is happening. Through software called BuilderTrend, construction companies are able to keep homeowners updated on scheduling information and other details regarding their home in progress, accessible 24/7. This added perk creates a better building experience for both the company and the homeowner.

With the seasoned values of Atlas Construction in conjunction with the new and innovative ideas carrying the company

into the hearts of homeowners across the state, Atlas Construction will continue to provide quality service and products at affordable prices. Let Atlas Construction make you a part of its family, so that you can give yours everything they deserve in a home.

Contact Atlas Construction at (808) 951-9500 or at contact@ atlasconstruction808.com.

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By Brandy-Ann Uyemura A lot has changed since 1983 when Randy Ogata started managing Kalihi Pet Center. Besides moving from Kalihi Shopping Center to City Square Shopping Center, the company has had to contend with big box pet stores. “We were so worried we couldn’t compete price-wise,� said Ogata.

Surprisingly, customers discovered its prices are still competitive in comparison, often lower than chains.

But it’s not just cost that sets Kalihi Pet Center apart. Ogata said being locally owned and operated gives the company the exibility to order products not in stock, and control what it carries.

Besides being Kalihi Pet Center a full line pet storefront on supply store, the Dillingham Blvd. company carries rare and exotic birds and everything from chinchillas and salamanders to guinea pigs and dogs. As for its puppies, many are from clients or clients of the vet clinics that they work with. Before making it into the store, the pups are checked, given their ďŹ rst shots

and dewormed by veterinarians to make sure they’re healthy and ready for new homes.

The real gem of Kalihi Pet Center, however, is its customer service. “People buy a ďŹ lter we don’t sell, bring it here and we’ll help them ďŹ gure it out even if it’s not our brand,â€? he said.

Helping others is what also propels Ogata to deliver supplies for some of their oldest customers who can’t drive, but have pets. In explaining why he does it, Ogata said, “Because I no longer have a grandma and grandpa. They’re my grandma and grandpa.�

Ogata’s seen people come and go through the doors of Kalihi Pet Center.

One customer he won’t forget is a woman who came in after her 16-year-old dog had passed away. She got him from the store years ago, but returned to tell Ogata it was the best companion she ever had.

Things have certainly changed. Ogata should know. He’s been at the company since he was 14, volunteering for the store’s original owner. But the fact that customers remain and return shows one thing hasn’t, Kalihi Pet Center’s customer service. His long-time customers may not be kids anymore, he said, but they come back with their own children. “I feel so old,� Ogata laughed, “because now their kids are coming.�

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By Nicole Kato Hawaii residents are lucky enough to have sunshine and beach weather nearly year-round, but the Islands’ wonderful climate can actually be hurting your home. “Hawaii has salt air and water rot, also known as dry rot,� explained Bill Lyden, owner of Lyden Siding. “It’s from the water, and the wood is just under duress.�

Since 1976, Lyden Siding has been providing Hawaii homeowners with affordable home siding that protects abodes from the elements. Siding on homes not only shields the wood from moisture, but it also deters insects that breed in those moist places. Siding seals your home as well, which allows the wood to dry, and it reduces exterior maintenance costs, as the cost for scraping and painting one’s home each year adds up.

Lyden noted that vinyl siding is an especially good choice for Hawaii, as it allows the wood beneath the siding to breathe and release moisture. Additionally, any moisture that’s been retained for years breathes out through the siding, but new moisture cannot get in. This means that the wood lasts twice as long as it would if you had no exterior siding. “Nowadays, people don’t paint their homes every year, so they really start to deteriorate,â€? Lyden said. “People forget about maintenance. They’re getting to work, ďŹ ghting trafďŹ c — they don’t take the summer off and paint the house every year. It gets to be bad where it’s

hard to paint.�

In addition to protecting homes from weather-related damage, vinyl siding also is used on houses with lead paint. Lyden recalled a time when he put up siding for Marine base homes, which were covered in lead paint. “Vinyl siding was cheaper than scraping off the lead and disposing of the lead,� he said. “We covered the lead, and they never have to paint again. You protect the house, and the siding breathes.�

One notable property Lyden worked on was Duke Kahanamoku’s former home in 1980. He also has worked on Palama Settlement, which fell victim to lead paint deterioration. “The biggest thing is that we’re here,�

Lyden noted. “We go out and ďŹ x whatever anybody needs, and they’re not even our jobs ‌. we know the houses and what they need.â€?

Over the years Lyden and his team have learned how to do the job right based on Hawaii’s climate, circumstances and people. “All we’ve ever done is worked here (in Hawaii). We’ve ďŹ gured it out,â€? he added. “We’re really good at our trade. We’re just trying to take care of folks. Not many companies have been around this long, and everybody is a satisďŹ ed customer.â€?

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Wat Lao Sithammaram of Hawaii Temple located in Waipahu.

Lao temple finds new home in Waipahu

By Yushing Ting Through the generosity of its many members and supporters, Wat Lao Sithammaram of Hawaii in Waipahu has finally finished renovations on its new temple.

“We’ve received donations from members of the Lao and Thai community both in Hawaii and on the Mainland,” shared abbot (monk leader) Inpeng Siphanthorn.

“People will post things on our Facebook page, and then people from other temples on the Mainland will see it and send us donations. We have connections between the different temples.

“Also, Princess Abigail Kinoiki Kekaulike Kawananakoa is a big supporter of Wat Lao Sithammaram of Hawaii and has given monetary donations to help in the temple’s success.”

Originally founded in 1982 by venerable Bounkong Singsouvanh in Palolo Valley, Wat Lao

Sithammaram of Hawaii started with 400 to 500 members and has since grown to 800 to 1,000 members. In 1991, the temple relocated to Kalihi where it eventually outgrew its space, and in 2011 moved to a bigger building on more land in Waipahu.

“The temple is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week,” noted Siphanthorn.

“It’s open to the public.

Princess Abigail Kinoiki Kekaulike Kawananakoa Anyone who wants to come can just come in and pray or get your blessings.”

The temple also plans to hold free monthly events for the community, with entertainment and food provided, including many traditional Lao foods.

Visiting the temple is always free, and all events are open to the public, however, donations in any amount are accepted.

The next celebration is scheduled for April 11 and 12, which is the Water Festival to celebrate the Lao New Year. Typically

taking place in mid-April, the Lao New Year is one of the most spirited holidays of the year with festivities lasting from a few days to a week or even longer in certain parts of Laos.

Located at 94-127 Waikele Road (across the street from Waipahu Intermediate School where overflow parking is available), Wat Lao Sithammaram of Hawaii practices the teaching of Buddhism, and strives to carry on the Lao culture from generation to generation. Throughout the year, you’ll find many Laotians, Thai, Cambodians and Buddhism followers at the temple for worship or to celebrate various Lao festivals.

Siphanthorn, who was born and raised in Laos, was ordained a monk at just 12 years old in the city of Luang Prabang. He continued his studies in Thailand, and graduated from Khon Kaen University before returning to Laos where he became a monk teacher to underprivileged

children in rural areas.

In 2005, he was sponsored by Singsouvanh to come to Hawaii and teach Buddhism. But during his visit, he fell in love with the Islands and decided to stay, even becoming a U.S. citizen earlier this year.

“I like the weather, the people, and the ocean too,” he said.

The new temple, which is approximately 17,710 square feet, took three years to renovate and has a symbolic orange exterior — the same color as the robes worn by the temple’s monks.

It’s a South East Asian style temple with traditional roof ornaments that are unique in design to each temple, and signify that it’s a Buddhist temple.

“The ornament sculpture that is set up on the shrine of our temple symbolizes the middle path to Heaven and points up toward the sky, and signifies the devotees praying to the Buddha, the Dharma, the disciples or monks and all of the Gods and angels

Abbot Inpeng Siphanthorn in Heaven,” explained Siphanthorn, who designed the gold colored ornaments. “There are nine layers of sculpture, which is considered true Lao handcraft.”

Siphanthorn also designed the layout and architecture of the temple, but credits its former monk leader, Singsouvanh, for envisioning it.

“He helped to move us here,” he said.

Currently there are three monks who reside at the temple, and Siphanthorn said they’re

available every day, any time of the day. Their mission is to make a positive difference in the community and its people through their teaching and beliefs.

“We just want to make this temple the center of the community,” he said, “a place where people can come for support and guidance, and to learn about our culture.”

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Unfortunately, Tony Pereira passed away in 2010, a huge loss for Midas Hawaii. Bob Pereiraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wife, Dianne, stepped up in a big way after Tonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passing, and her involvement with the company expanded greatly to ďŹ ll a void that Tonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s absence had left behind. While she was doing Midas Hawaiiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s advertising since the late â&#x20AC;&#x2122;90s, today she serves

By Kimberly Lehano A name that has been synonymous with auto care and maintenance, as well as a familiar name in Hawaiiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s households for more than 50 years, Midas Hawaii continues to proudly service the vehicles of Hawaiiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s families, and according to president and owner Bob Pereira, the company â&#x20AC;&#x153;is committed to earning your trust by providing you with the expertise, value and responsiveness you expect every time you visit us.â&#x20AC;?

Midas Hawaiiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s story began the same year that Hawaii became the 50th state. In 1959, Ed Kageyama started the ďŹ rst Midas Hawaii shop at the current Beretania Street location. Twenty one years later, Tony and Bob Pereira purchased ďŹ ve existing (at the time) Midas shops from Kageyama. While Midas Hawaii is widely known today for brake work, it was then known to be the â&#x20AC;&#x153;go-toâ&#x20AC;? place for mufďŹ&#x201A;ers, a title that remained for many years.

From its inception until the â&#x20AC;&#x2122;70s, customers went to Midas Hawaii for mufďŹ&#x201A;ers and the business built its household name based upon the servicing of exhaust systems for nearly 20 years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With the introduction by part manufacturers of longer-lasting

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Leone Kamahele, mechanic Neil and Rick Hanks working under the hood as its Marketing/Advertising Director. Together, Dianne and Bob expanded Midas Hawaii even further, adding two new shops under the Midas Corporation name called SpeeDee Oil Change.

SpeeDee Oil Change shops were added in both Waipahu and Wahiawa and â&#x20AC;&#x153;(the shops) employ the latest technology and processes to create the quickest oil change with the best customer experience possible,â&#x20AC;? said Dianne.

With its ďŹ rst location opening in Waipahu in 2010, this shop has become very popular because of the customer â&#x20AC;&#x153;experience,â&#x20AC;? convenience and quick service.

The second SpeeDee Oil Change location held its grand re-opening in Wahiawa in December 2013, and is run by a well-managed team and great staff that keeps the customersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience as top priority.

And while customers can now get a variety of services done at Midas Hawaii as well as at SpeeDee Oil Change locations, Midas does more brakes than any other shop in the state. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our brake pads and shoes come with a lifetime guarantee, which means that once youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve purchased them, you will never need to pay for brake pads and shoes again, as long as you keep your car,â&#x20AC;? said Bob. In 2012 Midas international, (Midas Hawaiiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Franchisor) was bought by TBC Corp., a large

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The positive for Midas Hawaii in this corporate decision is that the company is able to get tires at better prices than most, and can give its customers a quality brand that TBC stands behind.

How does this translate to the customer with any current specials or low prices? All Oahu Midas Hawaii locations are having a Midas Madness Tire Sale right now.

On top of sales, value and a wide variety of services that you can receive at Midas Hawaii, you can also know that it is a company focused on giving back to the surrounding communities by sponsoring numerous charitable events. One of the organizations the company helps is Ronald McDonald House Charities. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Every year we hold a Golf Tournament in Memory of Antonio Pereira III (Bobâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brother) and the proceeds go to the Ronald McDonald House Charities,â&#x20AC;? said Dianne.

As part of Midas Hawaiiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s motivation of being â&#x20AC;&#x153;customer ďŹ rst,â&#x20AC;? the company caters to the modern consumer by allowing the customer to not only search for information on its website, but even go as far as to book appointments as well view videos and other material to

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Your Body Is Waiting holds seminars and classes both for personal trainers as well as consumers, all of which range from people who seek to get and stay ďŹ t to senior citizens and people struggling with obesity and other limitations such as carpal tunnel. Event schedules are available on The FascianatorTM website.

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More than 40 years ago, Jules Kozuki opened Vim Nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Vigor on Kapahulu Avenue and served up smoothies, salads, sandwiches and baked in-house stone-ground breads.

The same recipes, including Kozukiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s famous homemade salad dressing, is still on the deli menu at the family-owned businessâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; location in Ala Moana Center.

Kozuki has since retired from the business and his daughter, Sherrie Rodi, has taken over the helm as company president, with sister Fudge Kozuki, as general manager. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are a lot of things that my father formulated that we still do today,â&#x20AC;? Rodi explained. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Back in the â&#x20AC;&#x2122;70s, my father developed a mile-high sandwich with all these vegetables. And we still make our sandwiches and smoothies the same way as back in the â&#x20AC;&#x2122;70s and â&#x20AC;&#x2122;80s.â&#x20AC;?

Vim Nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Vigor also carries supplements, and natural beauty and cleaning products.

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promote anti-aging and help keep oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brain sharp. Rodi noted that the maca root is an admired product, offering assistance with oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s energy, hormonal balancing and vitality. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With supplement and health in general, many people want to be healthy but they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know where to start,â&#x20AC;? Rodi said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re the starting block to get people started on that journey.â&#x20AC;?

Another aspect of her fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s business that continues is a radio show on 1080 AM. Catch Rodi Monday to Friday at 10 a.m. as she interviews guests who are experts in the health industry.

For more information about Vim Nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Vigor, visit www.vimnvigor.com or call 955-3600. The business is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday.

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Bottled water that gives back

By Lynsey Beth Futa Selling one product can be risky â&#x20AC;&#x201D; either itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a hit or miss. With Menehune / Hawaii Water Co., itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a hit. The locally owned and operated puriďŹ ed bottle water company has managed to take one of its products and build a legacy of quality and innovation, bringing the best puriďŹ ed water to homes and businesses for nearly three decades.

Opening its doors in 1985 under president Ken Simon, the company has since grown to become Hawaiiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest distributor of bottled water in the state, serving both residential and commercial markets on six of the Hawaiian

said marketing director Joe Hartzman, who has more than 26 years with the company. With high-quality control and an innovative award-winning bottle design, Menehune / Hawaii Water Co. continues to be the leader in the water industry in Hawaii.

Menehune Water is also an advocate for the environment. All of the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tractors and delivery trucks are Diesel-fueled, and three other vehicles are electric. The entire roof of the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main manufacturing plant

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our consumers have come to know our quality of product and quality of service.â&#x20AC;?

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Islands, the Mainland, the Far East and the South PaciďŹ c. Menehune Water Co. utilizes an eight-step process from a pristine source in the Koolau Mountains. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A large part of our success comes from the vision and leadership of Ken Simon and his core management staff, most of whom have been with the company from the start,â&#x20AC;?

contains a PV solar system used in the puriďŹ cation process, reducing the use of electricity. Menehune Water also takes part in recycling, receiving their own old 5 gallon bottles and sending them to be made into reusable matter.

What sets Menehune Water apart from its competitors is that they do not focus on much advertising. They sponsor more than 75 community events throughout the year, and rely on word of mouth referrals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our consumers have come to know our quality of product and quality of service,â&#x20AC;? explained Hartzman. Their referral reward program also helps reduce the cost of the water for families on a budget.

Furthermore, the company has recently launched a consumerfriendly 3-gallon bottle with a handle. The bottle is made to be user-friendly for everyone and carries a better value per liter than its 5-gallon bottle.

The bottle can be found in major stores such as Loweâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Don Quijote and all military outlets.

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Quality windows from Tropicalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s terriďŹ c team

By Joanne Romero When Tropical Wholesale owner Matthew Houar began working in the vinyl industry, it came as a natural progression.

With a father who, along with a business partner, pioneered the vinyl industry in Hawaii, Houar grew up with a keen eye for not only what works, but also what works best in Hawaii climates.

Houarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s father specialized in vinyl siding, but it was Houar who brought in the window side of things. Following the footsteps of his father, Houar started the ďŹ rst-ever vinyl-window factory in the state.

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While Houarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vinylwindow factory did well for quite some time, he eventually found a brand that was doing just as well: Simonton, ranked consistently as No. 1 by J.D. Power and Associates.

What Houar decided to do next is something only the savviest of professionals would do.

Rather than burn up resources competing with the big guys, he joined them. He teamed up with Simonton and helped them to design a window speciďŹ cally for Hawaii.

The result is a special line of Simontonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Madeira windows. The line itself is built for southern-state climates, but the special line Houar helped to design is meant just for Hawaii.

The windows are done so well, in fact, that Tropical Wholesale even offers Hawaiiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only factory lifetime window warranty, according to Houar, which covers everything from materials and labor to hardware and workmanship. What if they accidentally break?

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The company has a family mentality, and its team spans generations.

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Houarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daughter, a designer, helps as well, and his wife also comes in from time to time, along with her sisters and even Houarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parents. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have sales reps, so we arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wasting money on sales commissions,â&#x20AC;? Houar said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In our industry, sometimes people can pay up to 10 to 35 percent of the gross price on commissions. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d rather give you a better product â&#x20AC;&#x201D; more bang for your buck.â&#x20AC;?

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The ‘Smart’ choice in termite treatment

By Jackie Perreira Akamai Pest Solutions has gone green — or orange, rather. As a company dedicated to always providing the best for their customers, their primary means of pest control is an organic product named XT2000 Orange Oil. Owner Roger Meints chose this method because it is not only safer for homes and businesses, but for the environment as well.

“Akamai” means smart in Hawaiian, which makes sense for Akamai Pest Solutions. As Meints explained, “We are the smarter, safer alternative.”

Indeed, the company’s XT2000 Orange Oil is made out of distilled orange

rinds, making it 95 percent pure orange oil, the other 5 percent being pulp water.

It contains no additives and has revolutionized pest control.

Compared to fumigation, orange oil offers countless benefits to home- and businessowners. The product is harmless, meaning home and business owners no longer have to vacate the premises or worry about lingering harmful gasses.

The hassles of bagging every single consumable item in the home (food and even makeup) and hiring a security guard to stand watch are all avoided with the orange oil.

Oftentimes one of the most worrisome parts of fumigating is having to sign a waiver stating that the company is not liable for any roof, gutter or solar panel damage after treatment. With XT2000 Orange Oil, no waiver is needed. Being that it is an organic product, Akamai Pest Solutions is able to install it while you are home by simply injecting

Akamai Pest Solution technician Zan Nicolas treats a customer’s home for termites with XT2000 Orange Oil. the oil into problem areas.

No tenting or vacating is necessary either.

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wood treatment along with warranties. For ground termite treatment, the length of the warranty varies from one to five years, depending on what sort of chemical was needed for treatment. For dry wood treatment, the warranty spans for two years with the option of renewing it annually. Every year under that warranty, Akamai Pest Solutions will inspect your home and

immediately take care of any new problems.

From April to June, termites enter a transformation phase, meaning those are the worst months for swarming for both ground and dry wood termites. Akamai Pest Solutions suggests you call them if you notice any of the following: termite droppings, significant groups of termites or wood damage. It is

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It will be a festive month at the Hawaii Prince producer Jon Basebase will add to the ambiance of the festival. There will also be a live taiko drum performance, a form of Japanese ensemble drumming, by Hawaiiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own Dragon Beat.

The Hanami Sake Festival will take place at Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikikiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mauna Kea Ballroom on Friday, April 18 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Entrance to the festival may be pre-purchased for $90 at the Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikikiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website.

Tickets may be purchased at the hotel on the day of the festival for $100. Entry includes sake, food, tax and service fees.

On Easter Sunday, the Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki will hold its annual Easter brunch and dinner buffets.

Happening simultaneously, both the Prince Court and the Bird of Paradise will be hosting Easter brunches.

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By Luis Alicea April will be a very eventful month for the Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki, which will play host to various special brunches, dinners and the Hanami Sake Festival. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Hanami Sake Festival features over 100 better-quality sakes and various food booths, including our own,â&#x20AC;? said Aaron Miyakawa, director of restaurants for the Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki.

Restaurants present at the festival include Tonkatsu Ginza Bairin, Bernini, Urawa, Tokkuri-Tei and Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikikiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own Hakone and Prince Court. Some of the breweries partnering at the festival are Asahi Brewery, Katou Kahachiro Shuzou, Kamikokoro, Ichinokura and Nanbu Bijin.

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Bird of Paradise Dessert Easter Bunny himself at Prince Court. The Prince Court, known for its fresh produce from land and sea, will be serving many items on its brunch menu for Easter, including both a wafďŹ&#x201A;e and omelet station, snow crab legs, roasted and kalua pork, prime rib, a soba station, and a wide variety of desserts at the dessert station. The Prince Court Easter brunch will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost will be $59 for adults and $29.50 for children between 6 and 10 years old.

At the Bird of Paradise, guests will be partaking on an equally scrumptious brunch selection. The Bird of Paradise, located at the Hawaii Prince Golf Club in Ewa Beach, offers a more casual selection of resort dining. For the Easter brunch, plates will include local favorites such as a dim sum station, sushi, sashimi, steamed crab legs and sliced fresh fruits. The

Bird of Paradise Easter brunch will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost will be $46 for adults and $23 for children between 6 and 10 years old.

Once the evening comes around, the Prince Court will be hosting Easter dinner. Just in time to view the sunset and the spectacular view of the Ala Wai Yacht Harbor, Easter dinner will be kicking off with a grand selection of dishes. EntrĂŠes will include steamed crab legs with drawn butter, half-shell mussels and oysters, various poke options, grilled snapper, and penne pasta with pancetta. The Prince Court Easter dinner will take place from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Cost will be $59 for adults and $29.50 for children between 6 and 10 years old.

Holiday events are not new to the Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve held holiday brunches, dinners, and events for at least 20

years now,â&#x20AC;? said Aaron. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Events are all open to the public.â&#x20AC;?

As the events are open to the public, it is expected they will be a complete success and sell fast. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Reservations are highly recommended for the Easter brunches and dinner since there is planned seating,â&#x20AC;? said Miyakawa.

One more event happening at the Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki this April is in celebration of Administrative Professionals Day. This year, Administrative Professionals Day falls on Wednesday, April 23. More details on Administrative Professionals Day will be available in the coming days on the Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki website.

Located in beautiful Waikiki Beach, the Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki is the crown jewel of Oahuâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s luxury resorts.

It has received many

awards, particularly for its restaurants and buffets including TripAdvisorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CertiďŹ cate of Excellence 2012 and 2013 as well Hakone being chosen as Top Rated Japanese Cuisine in 2013.

The hotel also features more than 500 oceanfront rooms, including 57 luxury suites. The hotel is located a short walking distance from the beach, the Hawaii Convention Center and Ala Moana Center.

The Hawaii Prince Golf Club is located in Ewa Beach and offers 27 holes designed by Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay.

Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s visiting Hawaii or taking a staycation, your expectations will be met and surpassed in April at the Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki.

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Mauna Kea Ballroom

Indulge in a delectable array of 100 sakes and signature dishes prepared by

some of Honoluluâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hot spots including Bernini, Tokkuri-Tei, Urawa, Tonkatsu Ginza Bairin and our very own Hakone and Prince Court. Visit our website for full list of partners.

Enjoy a taiko drum performance by Dragon Beat & live entertainment

by Jon Basebase.

Hawaii Prince Hotel $90 Advance Waikiki Purchase

Purchase Tickets

Mauna Kea Ballroom Friday, April 18, 2014 6pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9pm

For more information,

HawaiiPrinceHotel.com/Events

$100 at the door (includes sake, food tax & service charge)

Please call (808) 944-4494

Must be 21 years old or over to attend.

Easter Buffet Sunday, April 20, 2014 Excludes tax and gratuity.

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Green World Farms is always the ďŹ rst stop for many people starting their morning, ending their day, or on their way to the North Shore.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Green Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; after all

By Serena Valdez True appreciation for coffee may have found its home on the 7.5-acre land just south of Dole Plantation. Green World Farms, which has been in operation for a year, is making its mark as a must-try pit stop for locals and visitors alike.

When owner Howard Green, 72, purchased the former pineapple farming land in December 2008, he knew he wanted to use the land for a good purpose while keeping it fun. His love for coffee became the inspiration to turn the land into not only a place for visitors to enjoy the tastes of Hawaiian coffee, but also a high-quality agricultural experience. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tourists want to experience things that are authentic,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why I think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s essential to keep the focus of the farm on coffee and make the experience better and better for people.â&#x20AC;?

The Wahiawa farm is situated on Kamehameha Highway where Kamananui and Kaukonahua roads intersect, a convenient location for those who may be venturing to or from the North Shore. Green World is a spacious, pet-friendly coffee oasis for those looking to unwind or have a relaxing start to their day.

Inside, the walls pay homage to coffee with vintage posters, modern artwork and framed coffee-related humor. In one corner is a small bookcase overďŹ&#x201A;owing with books patrons can read while they sit at one of the several tables inside or on the grassy patio outside.

Mostly all the merchandise is about Green World or coffee, including mugs, bags and apparel. Other products include jams, jellies and soaps made within 10 miles of the property and all derivatives of agricultural products.

In addition to selling the coffee grown onsite, Green World also features coffee from Waialua, Kauai, Molokai, Maui and Kailua Kona plantations.

Along one counter is a coffee tasting station where visitors can taste different samples of coffee for free in order to determine what ďŹ&#x201A;avors they enjoy.

In the cafĂŠ, items on the menu are broken up into three different categories: hot, iced and frozen. Hot and iced selections include coffee, espresso, cappuccino, latte, mocha and teas; and the frozen selections include milkshakes, smoothies, and either a mocha, cappuccino or chai freeze. Patrons can also indulge in baked goods provided by different local bakeries.

Through the back door is a sign pointing the way to the coffee garden, where visitors can see and learn the process of how coffee goes from a cherry to what they ordered from the menu. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Practically everyone in America drinks coffee,â&#x20AC;? Green said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So part of the idea of having a coffee farm is making it really convenient for visitors to actually see the coffee growing on the trees and the plants.â&#x20AC;?

Several thousand coffee trees dot the property, with 1,000 new trees planted every year. The ďŹ rst 500 trees were planted

by Green and Roastmaster John Alvarez in spring 2010, planting Kona Typica trees, a Guatemalan variety of arabica tree, and Red Catuai, a Brazilian semi-dwarf tree.

In addition to the thousands of coffee trees, there are also trees including koa, noni, avocado, pine and monkeypod trees that all serve as windbreaks to protect the coffee trees from the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s windy climate.

Alvarez, whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s spent 25 years in the coffee business, provided the expertise that Green needed in order to develop a sturdy foundation for his coffee vision.

Having spent 40 years as an attorney in Honolulu and who built, owns and operates North Shore Marketplace in Haleiwa, Green needed someone who knew the ins and outs of his new business venture.

Greenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goal is for the farm to have 10,000 coffee trees, which will yield about 15,000 pounds of roasted coffee at every handpicked harvest.

Before a single tree could be planted, Greenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ rst order of business was cultivating and transforming the soil into the best coffee growing conditions. Decades of pineapple farming on the land left Green with soil that was unďŹ t for coffee growing. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A pineapple will grow in a more acidic

Above: Vintage Coffee decor & unique, locally made gifts and goodies.

Right: Roastmaster John Alvarez samples a fresh, new blend.

environment than most other plants, making soil more and more acidic,â&#x20AC;? Green said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Coffee does not grow in acidic soil, and one of the effects of farming pineapples is the soil is robbed of almost all organic content and we have to mitigate acidity and manage soil so we can restore that organic, natural content to it.â&#x20AC;?

To make the trees grow better, Green imported several tons of recycled organic soil from Hawaiian Earth Products and mixed it with the natural soil on the farm, which gave the trees an initial boost during the ďŹ rst two years after the trees were planted.

Another man Green has to thank for helping the farm become what it is today is Greg Saito. Saito, who previously worked and lived at Poamoho Camp, a plantation village for the former Del Monte pineapple plantation workers, showed up at Green World one spring day in 2010 when Green was picking weeds. Saito asked if he had any jobs and Green hired him that day.

Since then Saito has become the farm manager, where he manages and maintains the farm, including determining what trees are ready for picking.

A total of 19 employees work in the shop and on the farm, and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve all learned enough about the farm and its coffee to educate every visitor while also sharing their strong aloha spirit.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re like a big family here (at Green World) and it does come across with our clients,â&#x20AC;? said Sandy Dutro, a manager. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m very proud to say we have a lot of returning guests. Since weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re fairly new, our visitors hear about us by word of mouth, which I love because it means we stand out.â&#x20AC;?

Many different groups of people use Green World as a place to meet up and pass the time, including three different mom groups, bible study and knitting groups, Dutro said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is even a group of men who come regularly to drink coffee and have cigars after work.â&#x20AC;?

Green said his hope for Green Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future is to continually provide a better place for the community to experience great coffee. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What lends legitimacy to what we do is that we are a blessing to other people,â&#x20AC;?

Green said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want the farm to be a blessing not only to our employees, but also to our visitors and also the community.â&#x20AC;?

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