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10 MARCH 24, 2021
‘Ukulele Festival To Host Online Events
someone who can usher the festival into a new era and continue our mission of cele- brating the ‘ukulele with the rest of the world,” state the Sakumas. “We are so grate- ful to have Craig and Sarah on board, as they bring lots
‘Ukulele Festival Hawai‘i gears up for a fun and fully packed schedule this summer, as husband-and-wife duo Sarah Maisel and Craig Chee take the helm.
PHOTO COURTESY CRAIG CHEE AND SARAH MAISEL
Partnership To Expand Homeownership Set
Musical fans from Wind- ward Oʻahu will be elated to hear that ‘Ukulele Festival Hawaiʻi is making a return this year in the online sphere.
and Kathy Sakuma pass the torch to Craig Chee and Sar- ah Maisel.
of energy and new ideas to ensure the festival continues to live beyond 50 years.”
Finding a place to lay down one’s roots has just gotten a little easier, thanks to a partnership between two of Ha- wai‘i’s leaders in homebuying.
The event will also oper- ate under new organizers in 2021, as co-founders Roy
“After celebrating our 50th golden anniversary last year, we both felt it was time for us to take a step back and hand over the reins to
“It is truly an honor for us to take on the monumental task of hosting ʻUkulele Fes- tival Hawaiʻi and carrying on Roy and Kathy’s legacy,” state Chee and Maisel. “We are very excited to bring our ideas and experience to orga- nize this year’s festival in a new format that’s both safe and enjoyable for everyone as the world continues on the road to recovery during the pandemic.”
Honolulu Board of REALTORS donated $25,000 to Hawaiʻi HomeOwnership Center to expand its HOPE Homebuyer Education Program, which offers potential first-time purchasers access to educational classes, unlim- ited coaching and after-buying services.
Slated for July 18, the events will broadcast on YouTube Live from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and feature an array of talents.
“We deeply appreciate their generosity and look for- ward to building stronger families and communities through homeownership,” Miyamoto adds.
Though, mini virtual events will take place before the big day, including a local artist showcase in April and a workshop in May.
“Homeownership for kama‘āina residents is achiev- able,” states Shannon Heaven, president of Honolulu Board of REALTORS. Our partnership with Hawai‘i HomeOwnership Center will help more residents learn that they can become a homeowner and how they can do it.”
For more information about this virtual celebration, visit ukulelefestivalhawaii. org.
Honolulu Board of REALTORS is actively involved in many issues and efforts that foster community and busi- ness growth. It promotes and protects members’ interests and the community at large.
“Our partnership with the Honolulu Board of REAL- TORS and support from its members will help remove barriers and increase rates of homeownership in Hawai‘i,” states Reina Miyamoto, executive director of Hawaiʻi HomeOwnership Center.
Membership prices range from $10-$25.50, and upon completing the program, participants will earn a certifi- cate to help them access home loan programs.
Find more details online at hicentral.com/hope.php.
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