KAMA`AINA CHRISTMAS

The December Kama`aina Christmas gala is the Academy Guild’s primary fundraiser.
Kama`aina Christmas helps support the Academy’s exceptional permanent collection, stage special exhibits and events, and provide art education programs that benefit our community.
 

KAMA`AINA CHRISTMAS 2009 CHAIRS:

Melissa Ching Benjamin on the left, Linda Ahlers on the right.

The event is scheduled for December 12.

We are pleased to announce the 24th annual Kama`aina Christmas—one of Honolulu's premiere holiday galas, which helps the Academy's general operating fund. This year the theme is From Mauka to Makai, and the event will be held on Saturday, December 12, 2009, 6 to 11 p.m., in the museum's galleries and courtyards.

Chaired by Linda Ahlers and Melissa Ching Benjamin, the event is a festive way to ensure that the Academy continues to be a place for inspiration and introspection for everyone.

This year’s Kama’aina Christmas will feature:

    * Cartier lucky drawing
    * Special silent auction
    * Dinner in the museum's galleries
    * Dancing in Central Courtyard with the Honolulu Jazz Quartet and Ginai, pictured.

For table information, silent auction donations or underwriting opportunities,
please contact Denise Nakano at 532-3671, dnakano@honoluluacademy.org.

CALLING ALL CHRISTMAS ELVES!

The Kama'aina Christmas 2009 Committee is seeking 15 volunteers to work from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Saturday, December 12, 2009 to help with placing flatware, glassware, programs, Cartier gift boxes and small decor elements. This year's theme is From Mauka to Makai. Come be a part of the Academy's transformation into a holiday wonderland with accents of ocean blue and verdant green.

To volunteer, please contact Martha Balkin at 497-6602 or email her at mbalkin@hawaii.rr.com.

ACADEMY GUILD MEMBER HOLIDAY LUNCHEON

Don't forget to RSVP for the Members Holiday Luncheon. Guild Luncheon is $35 per member.  Please call 532-8746 by December 2, 2009 to make your reservation.

           CARTIER CHRISTMAS

Please help support Kama'aina Christmas by purchasing Cartier lucky number gift boxes for you and your friends. 

You can win one of the following Cartier items while at the same time supporting the Honolulu Academy of Arts:

1. Santos Galbee XL Steel Automatic Watch.
Sporting the iconic Cartier screws, the Santos Galbee Watch is the symbol of sporting style and elegance and is perfect for everyday wear. Stainless Steel Case and Bracelet with automatic movement.

2. Gold Trinity Necklace with diamonds on PG Chain.
Featuring three bands of interlocking pink, yellow, and white 18 karat gold, the Cartier Trinity Necklace symbolizes love, fidelity and friendship. Created in 1924, the Cartier Trinity Collection remains in its audacious simplicity, a cult jewel.

3. Marcello small black varnished bag.
The newest handbag to the Cartier collection, the Marcello de Cartier Handbag is crafted in luxurious black patent leather and features a subtle double C logo on the front panel of the bag.

• 1 gift box = $25 donation
• 5 gift boxes = $100 donation

The lucky winners will be chosen at Kama'aina Christmas.  You need not be present to win.

Please call 532-8746 to reserve your gift boxes or you may purchase them at the Members Holiday Luncheon on December 8.

Part of the Kama`aina Christmas committee at kick off meeting at the Outrigger Canoe Club - April 2009.