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The Hualalai Ohana Foundation was pleased to introduce the 24-25 Hualalai Scholars at the annual brunch held in their honor at Ulu. Each of these students is outstanding! You can read a little about them below.
Mixtli Lindsey-Robles : Mixtli is the daughter of Alfredo Robles, Groundskeeper One. She is a 2024 graduate of Hawaii Preparatory Academy, where she maintained a 3.67 GPA, and consistently earned placement on HPAʻs Deanʻs List throughout her high school career. She has chosen to pursue a major in Early Childhood Education at the University of Hawaii at Hilo, recognizing the critical need for educators in Hawaii. Mixtli expresses her profound gratitude and unwavering determination to make a positive impact in Hawaii, stating: ‘Words cannot describe how grateful and honored I am to be a recipient of this esteemed scholarship. Rest assured, I will make the most of this opportunity and work diligently to make a positive impact not only in my academic pursuits but in my community as well.”
Rocky Acasio Jr. :Rocky Matthew Jr is the son of Rocky, a lead banquet houseman. Rocky Matthew will be studying his computer engineering major at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Rocky Matthew is one of his school year’s top students, graduating as one of Konawaena High School’s valedictorians with a 4.1 GPA. With this prestigious scholarship, Rocky plans to “graduate from college and become a computer and software engineer, hoping to make advancements for technology in the future and design video games with my passion for art.” Rocky is also committed to “give back to his community and provide a good example of being one of Hualalai’s Scholars.”
Wailana Grace: Wailana is the daughter of in-room dining server Charles Grace and Beach tree restaurant server Pi’ialoha Grace. Wailana will be attending Hawaii Community College Palamanui campus and is studying to become a Nurse. A proud valedictorian from ‘Ehunuikaimalino Hawaiian Immersion school, Wailana is dedicated to living, teaching, and sharing the Hawaiian culture and wants to ensure it is passed on to the next generation. Motivated by personal experience, Wailana “wants to go into the Nursing field so she can care for and comfort patients and their families as they face medial challenges and loss”.
A 2023 EZGO Express 4-Pass golf cart is for sale. Premium trim and interior packages, two-golf bag rear mount and lithium extended range batteries.
Cart is in excellent, still like-new shape. Purchased last year for $17,500 + tax. Asking $14,750.
🌺🌺🌺The Art and Meaning of the Lei🌺🌺🌺
Welcome to Pono Kalipi
Monday, May 6 | 11 AM – 12 PM | Ke’olu Great Room
HE LEI HALI’A ALOHA – LEI WORKSHOP
Join us this May for a lei making and a talk story event with Pono Kalipi. Born and raised on Maunaloa, Molokaʻi, Pono has been making lei since he was seven years old. He currently resides in Hilo and his lei ʻaʻaliʻi was selected for the iconic official Merrie Monarch shirt this past April.
“May brings the blossoming of flowers in Hawaiʻi and also serves as a powerful metaphor for our own journey as individuals. We are all like budding lei makers, embarking on our unique paths in life, each of us a pua—a flower—awaiting our moment to bloom. Much like the delicate petals carefully woven into a lei, our experiences, choices, and aspirations shape the journeys of our lives.”
– Pono Kalipi
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Monday morning at Hualalai started with a beautiful sunrise. Then it was time for the eclipse to begin. Although it was a bit cloudy and we were just a little bit in the path of the eclipse , I was happy I had my Eclipse Glasses so I could see this celestial marvel.
photo by Alex Gerznowicz
The hula at Merrie Monarch this year was so incredible that it was out of this world!
 Kaʻōnohikaumakaakeawe Kananiokeakua Holokai Lopes – Ka Lā ‘Ōnohi Mai O Ha‘eha‘e – Nā Kumu Hula Tracie & Keawe Lopes – Photo by Bruce Omori Ka‘onohikaumakaakeawe Kananiokeakua Holokai Lopes of Ka La ‘Onohi Mai O Ha‘eha‘e is Miss Aloha Hula 2024.
The 21-year-old from Oahu is studying for her master’s degree in communications from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. She’s also the daughter of wife-and-husband kumu hula team Tracie and Keawe Lopes.
 Academy of Hawaiian Arts – Kumu Hula Mark Kealiʻi Hoʻomalu – Photo by Bruce Omori
April 8, Monday morning: 6:33 to 7:55.
Two 2023 EZGO Express 4–Pass carts for sale at $29,500. Original Cost: $36,000.
Contact Jack Lutsky: (604) 644-8803
email: jslutsky@me.com
Spring has sprung many kids from school so they could enjoy their Spring Break at Hualalai. It’s been fun seeing so many families enjoying their Hawaiian time together although it was kind of a shock seeing a two-year-old driving a cart down Waiulu Street. (just kidding…I think.) With overflow seating at the pools, people got creative in order to have a front row seat for the sunset.
And, of course, we’re always treated to the wonders of nature here: sunrise over Mauna Kea.
photo by Eva Shulman
The Club at Hualalai, aided by the Easter Bunny, was busy all day and evening on Easter Sunday providing members with sumptuous meals. A little bit of rain couldn’t put too much of a damper on things and we were rewarded with a double rainbow lighting the sky.
photo be Shelley Smith
Last but not least was the Easter Egret stopping by.
Endless Pools Fastlane Sport: still in the original box, never been used, a photo of the manual to confirm the model, and a stock photo of the actual part for a better visual from the company website.
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Product: Endless Pools Fastlane Sport
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Retail Price: $3,990 + shipping $970.45 + $206.65 = $5,167.10
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Owner Asking Price: $4,000.00 OBO
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A note from Caitlyn:
Drum roll please, I am so happy to share with you all that after a much anticipated wait, our new nail polish brand, Côte has finally graced our shelves! This polish is free of all harmful chemicals, vegan and cruelty free. I am so pleased to share that it is also quick drying! We have brought in our first order of colors that include some fresh brights colors for spring and I will continue to add more colors soon!!
One of the most interesting places at Hualalai is the Kumu Kai Center located at King’s Pond.
On March 29, Kelsey Makida, the Marine Husbandry Specialist at Hualalai, will be speaking at 10:30 am. about marine species. What a way to welcome spring!
Title: Spring Into Ocean Life
Speaker: Kelsey Makida
In honor of spring time and the surrounding holidays, we’ll be looking into some fascinating marine
species found worldwide that are spring-holiday themed.
Kelsey is originally from Southern California, and moved to Hawai’i in 2007 to attend the University of
Hawai’i at Hilo where she graduated with a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Marine Science. Her affinity to
marine life was sparked by a visit to her favorite Aquarium at Monterey Bay and was further ignited by
caring for her pet fish growing up. During her college career, Kelsey interned at the Pacific Aquaculture
and Coastal Resources Center in Hilo, working with octopus, sturgeon and urchins. From this experience,
she rechanneled her interest in Marine Science toward sustainable aquaculture and the importance such
studies has had on Hawaiian history. Post-graduation she took a job at a commercial scale mariculture
facility in Kona as a technician, cultivating marine organisms for food and training in husbandry. The
knowledge and experience she gained at that facility helped her transition into her role at Hualalai as the
Marine Husbandry Specialist in 2014. To further her knowledge and skills, Kelsey also received her
certification in Veterinary Assisting in 2018.
photos by Debby Webster
And the next night….
photos by yours truly
The Hualalai Ohana Foundation has planned a couple of fun, friendly days of competition in some of our most popular venues. Here’s a link to the registration page where you can sign up for tickets: https://hualalaiohanafoundation.networkforgood.com/events/67602-2024-hualalai-founder-s-classic
photo by Becky Holman
Just off the shore in front of the Sea Shell Pool
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