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2011 Hawaii Ocean Expo- April 9 & 10 (Sat-Sun)- NBC Exhibition Hall

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 19:02:55 GMT

Aloha Everyone,

The Eddie Aikau Foundation will be participating in the 2011 Hawaii Ocean Expo this weekend. If you are available, come check out our booth. We will be selling our t-shirts and recently released English/Hawaiian bi-lingual book about Eddie.

It's also a great time to come and learn about all the work the foundation is doing in the community and in our local schools.

Times are: April 9th - 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and APril 10th - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

A hui hou.

Bi-lingual book (English & Hawaiian) Now Available for Purchase

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 02:00:00 GMT

VIsit the Foundation Marketplace to order your copy of this wonderful book authored by the 2010 winner of the Eddie Aikau Essay Contest, Jonathan Ebanez. The cost of the book - Just $9.95.

VIsit us at www.eddieaikaufoundation.org

2011 Essay Winners Announced

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 01:53:00 GMT

Our 25 winners have been selected from this year's essay contest. Visit the Foundation website for the complete list of winners.

http://www.eddieaikaufoundation.org

Board of Education Recognizes The Eddie Aikau Foundation

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 08:22:13 GMT

The Board of Education recognized The Eddie Aikau Foundation for their contributions to public education at their meeting on Dec 9, 2010 held at Radford High School. Director Myra Aikau and Secretary Linda Ipsen were present to receive the award. This is quite an honor for our Foundation and a real vaildation of our annual Essay Contest and the other educational community service projects that we are involved with such as our Scholarship Program and the Bilingual Children's Book.

http://hawaiiboe.blogspot.com/2010/12/na-lei-aloha-coldwell-banker-and-eddie.html

North Shore Calendar of Events

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 02:17:00 GMT

North Shore Triple Crown Season Calendar

November
Nov 12th   Reef Hawaiian Pro Haleiwa * Waiting Period Nov 12th to the 23rd - Completed
Nov 12th   Cholo’s Women’s Hawaiian Pro Haleiwa * Waiting Period Nov 12th to the 23rd - Completed
Nov 24th   O’Neill World Cup Of Surfing Sunset Beach * Waiting Period Nov 24th to Dec 6th
Nov 24th   Gidget Pro Sunset Beach * Waiting Period Nov 24th to Dec 6th
Nov 28th   Rell Sunn Aloha Jam 2nd Annual * Waimea Valley
Nov 30th   ASP Judges Symposium * Sunset Beach Elementary School

December
Dec 2nd     Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational * Opening Ceremony, Waimea Bay
Dec 3rd     Surf Night * Sunset Beach Elementary School
Dec 3rd 4th & 5th North Shore Surf Film Festival * Mokuleia Polo Field
Dec. 4th    Mauli Ola Surf Experience Day * Beach at Bellow’s Beach
Dec. 5th    Mauli Ola Surf Experience Day * Beach at Mokuleia Polo Field
Dec 6th     Surfer Poll Awards * Turtle Bay
Dec 7th     Vans Surf Industry Golf Team Day * Turtle Bay
Dec 8th     Billabong Pipe Masters * Waiting Period Dec 8th to 20th
Dec 8th     Vans Duel For The Jewel Pipeline * Waiting Period Dec 8th to 20th
Dec 10th   Lifeguard Party * Waimea Valley
Dec 11th    Triple Crown Artist Event Wyland Gallery * Haleiwa
Dec 11th   The Westsiders Screening * Waialua CC
Dec 12th   Mauli Ola Surf Experience Day * Beach at Haleiwa State Beach
Dec 12th   Standup Paddle Screening of Destination 3 Degrees * Waialua CC

Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau Invitees Announced

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 02:16:39 GMT

The 26th Annual QUIKSILVER IN MEMORY OF EDDIE AIKAU
FUELED BY MONSTER ENERGY

Event Web Site Launches with Announcement of 2010/2011 Invitees and Alternates Waimea Bay, HAWAII, November 22, 2010 --- Quiksilver.com/Eddie launched today with the announcement of the 28 coveted Invitees and 24 Alternates to The Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau, fueled by Monster Energy. The event will be held on one day, between December 1, 2010 and February 28, 2011, when waves exceed the 20-foot minimum threshold and Invitees contend for the $98,000 prize purse. The traditional opening ceremony will take place at 2:30pm, December 2nd, 2010, at Waimea Bay.

Monster Energy will be presenting the Monster Drop Award for the surfer who makes the most critical drop and rides out of it during the event. The judges will determine the winner the day of the competition and will present the chosen surfer with a unique Monster Drop Specialty Award.

Eddie Aikau Foundation Scholarship Now Available

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 19:00:00 GMT

The Eddie Aikau Foundation Scholarship Program , established in 2010, seeks to recognize outstanding young people, active in the community who are making positive, significant differences - often against great odds - to promote the Hawaiian values that are such an important part of the legacy of Eddie Aikau. The scholarships are intended to lessen the financial burdens associated with valuable academic, professional, and job training opportunities.

There will be several awards given, in the amount of $1,000.00-$3,000.00 to help to cover tuition, fees, and course- related expenses. The award will be issued directly to the student’s intended institute of continued education or training.

QUESTIONS??? Email us at Scholarship@eddieaikaufoundation.org

“Ka`ilila`au’s Canoe – A Journey of Spirit.”

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 02:57:00 GMT

Coming up is a Thanksgiving family television special produced by EMME, Inc.

Emme Tomimbang unfolds a heartwarming story of a canoe that bonds a West Maui Family, a young boy's dream and the employees of the Ka'anapali Beach Hotel. The premier presentation is Thanksgiving Day, November 25, 7:00 p.m. on KGMB with a rebroadcast on Saturday, November 27, 6:00 p.m.

Visit Emme's website for more details: www.emmeinc.com/

Beach Clean Up - November 13, 2010

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 23:59:00 GMT

For the 3rd year, the Eddie Aikau Foundation took part in the NORTHSHORE Beach clean up on Saturday November 13th. The volunteers met at the Waimea Bay Beach Park at 8:30 am and cleaned all of the beach park & parking lot area. The Foundation will provided beverages and lunch for everyone after the clean up was completed. This was a great opportunity to have THE BAY that Eddie loved looking its best for December 2nd for the Opening Ceremonies of the "2010-11 Quiksilver Big Wave Invitational in memory of Eddie".

2011 Eddie Aikau Essay Contest

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 04:22:00 GMT

EDDIE AIKAU ESSAY CONTEST 2011 – ESSAY PROMPT

How were the Hawaiian values of KULEANA (Responsibility, Duty) and KOA (Courage) reflected in Eddie Aikau's actions?

Describe how these values influence you and the actions you take in your life. Provide supporting examples or evidence.

Visit the Foundation's website for complete essay contest guidelines, qualifications and other details. Mahalo.

In Memory of Andy Irons

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 23:45:00 GMT

The Aikau Family and the Eddie Aikau Foundation sends its sincere condolences to the Irons Ohana for the loss of their loved one Andy Irons. Andy will always be remembered fondly for his contributions to the surfing community, his commitment to his family, friends and the sport of surfing. We believe that Eddie Aikau will welcome Andy to his world and watch over him forever. Aloha Andy, a hui hou.

Student goes with the flow in writing book - Mauinews.com

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 02:58:17 GMT

Maui News Article 9-11-10- Jonathan Ibanez- Author of Hawaiian / English bilingual book on EDDIE AIKAU -

Click here to read the article.

Eddie Aikau Day - March 17th

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 17:25:00 GMT

On March 17, 2004, the Hawaii State Legislature passed the "Eddie Aikau Day" Resolution to honor his legacy, proclaiming that every year he is to be recognized on this day.

So today we pay tribute to Edward Ryon Makuahanai Aikau by honoring his courage and compassion for the many lives he saved as a City & County Northshore lifeguard at Waimea Bay. We celebrate his dedication to his Hawaiian heritage and his love for his family. We know that Eddie will always be with us and he will continue to inspire others to become productive members of their community. Eddie's legacy is a pure symbol of the "Aloha Spirit".

THIS DAY IN SURFING: MARCH 17th 1978: Eddie Was Gone; Not Forgotten | SURFLINE.COM

http://www.surfline.com/wct-contest-zone/this-day-in-surfing-march-17th-1978-eddie-was-gone-not-forgotten_41807/

Hawaii Ocean Expo

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 04:52:00 GMT

2010 Hawaii Ocean Expo - Saturday, February 27 & Sunday, February 28

Come join the Aikau Family & Friends at this event. Our booth number is #410 and we will be there from 9 am to 7 pm on Saturday and 9 am to 5 pm on Sunday.

Hope to see you at the Ocean Expo.

Hawaii News Online - Big Wave Invitational

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 07:25:00 GMT

Check out the Hawaii News Online report of the 2009 Big Wave Invitational - http://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/global/story.asp?s=11649308

Salusand Soulsurfers -Sweden Surf Club

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 08:29:00 GMT

My name is Martin Bylund and run a surfclub in the northen part of Sweden. The club is called Salusand soulsurfers and is a very small surfclub with only 25 members. Surfing is not a big sport in Sweden and the oceans around our shores is quite small. But you would be amaized of how great surf we have now and then and the surfers in Sweden are really friendly and so stoked. Surfing in Sweden is like surfing was in other countries in the sixties. New spots are explored and everybody is so friendly and helpful. We in Salusand soulsurfers love surfing and the aloha-spirit and Sweden is the perfect country for that.

This year Salusand soulsurfers is going to host the Swedish longboard championship. We organized it last year and it was a great succés with good swell, offshore winds and sunny skies. Surf contests in Sweden are not that common and I have a dream, and that is to do this contest the best contest ever in Swedens history and I want to do it to something special. I love longboarding and since Eddie Aikau is the most famous name in longboarding/surfing/alohaspirit in the world I came up with a great idea, and I want your help. We are planning to have a great opening cermony in true aloha spirit and it would be great to be able to read a text were you give the competition your blessing. I would like to ask you to write down a few words in an email and send it to me. In the opening cermony it would be so great to read your text as a thing to open the contest and give some aloha to everybody. Please take a look at last years Swedish longboard championship (the worlds most northernly surf championship) at youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izHZzUGoWyA

Our website is www.salusandsoulsurfers.se

Best regards and a lot of aloha from Salusand soulsurfers.

Martin Bylund
Salusand Soulsurfers

Saturday, March 13, 2010

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:32:00 GMT

Essay Awards ceremony takes place in Honolulu (location & time to be announced).

Friday, March 5, 2010

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:31:00 GMT

Contest winner’s names given to media resources.

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:30:00 GMT

If required by the schools, Student Permission forms, for attending the awards ceremony, need to be returned to the teachers.

Week of February 15 to 19, 2010

Eddie Aikau Foundation — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:29:00 GMT

All contests winners contacted.