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Watch 'Water' duo ride waves all over the world in new surfing flick

Two boys traveling the world to experience surf and culture. Sound familiar? No, it's not “;Endless Summer,”; but this new film, titled “;Walking on Water,”; looks equally charming. The passion project of filmmaker and professional surfer Bryan Jennings, it started touring the United States in October 2007 and in a grass-roots promotional tour has screened every four days since then.

Jennings' own life-changing cross-country trip at the age of 14 inspired him to provide the same opportunities to two teenage surfers from Orange County, Calif. Together they journey through Hawaii, Peru, Australia, Indonesia, South Africa and France.

The travel (and traveling) flick screens at various location in Hawaii this week. Kauai resident and surf star Bethany Hamilton is featured in the film during a stop in Indonesia and is slated to attend showings on Oahu and Maui. Jennings says the movie “;is a chance for people to see who God is in a really unique way, through the sport of surfing.”; View the trailer at http://www.walkingonwater.com/themovie.

» Oahu: Kailua Intermediate School (145 S. Kainalu Drive), 6:30 p.m. tomorrow night
» Maui: Calvary Chapel, Westside on Maui (75 Kupuohi St., Lahaina), 6 and 8 p.m. Sunday
» Kauai: Kauai Christian Fellowship (2371 Ala Kinoiki St.), 7 p.m. Tuesday; Calvary Chapel North Shore (2484 Keneke St.), 7 p.m. Wednesday
» Honolulu: Kamehameha Schools Auditorium (1887 Makuakane St.), 7 p.m. Dec. 13

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Hawaiian civic club to laud 3 at dinner

The Ko'olaupoko Hawaiian Civic Club will honor three “;Distinguished Kama'aina”; at a dinner, 3 to 8 p.m. Dec. 13:

» Abigail Kekaulike Kawananakoa, a benefactor of many community events and programs
» Entertainer Jerry Santos, a Kahaluu resident, recognized for his musical contributions
» State Rep. Ken Ito, who represents Kaneohe and has sponsored legislation supporting communities programs in the area

The dinner, at Windward Community College's Akoakoa Building, will include a silent auction and Hawaiian entertainment.

Tickets are $25, $10 children. Call 235-8111.

Bake sale to aid Aloha United Way

The Richards Street YWCA is hosting a bake sale Wednesday and Thursday to benefit Aloha United Way.

Items baked by YWCA staff, volunteers or new sous-chef Chris Okuhara will be sold from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day.

Each item will include a personal story, such as the traditional place of the recipe in the baker's family. Look for Deployment Brownies, Rum Dums and Fruit Cake Cookies among the many offerings.

The YWCA's monthly benefit clothing sale for the Dress for Success Program will take place at the same time.

The Y is at 1040 Richards St. Call 754-3049.

Essay contest honors Eddie Aikau

Students in grades 7 to 9 are invited to enter the 2009 Eddie Aikau Essay Contest, honoring the surfer who died in 1978 trying to save fellow crew members aboard the sailing canoe Hokule'a.

Entries should reflect on this year's essay prompt: “;How were the Hawaiian values of ha'aha'a (humility) and 'ohana (family) 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.”;

Pieces may be submitted in English or Hawaiian, with cash prizes of up to $350. Essays will be judged on content, presentation and writing skills.

Contest applications must be signed by a teacher and parent or legal guardian, and must be postmarked before Dec. 19. Applications are available through public and private schools and online at http://www.eddieaikaufoundation.org.

Completed essays must be postmarked by Jan. 20.

Liliha school hosts annual snow day

It's going to be snowing in Liliha Saturday.

The annual Liliha Gingerbread Festival will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. tomorrow at the Lanakila Elementary School Cafeteria.

Sip on a cup of hot cocoa while playing in two tons of snow or build a gingerbread house to take home. If you have decorating skills, enter the gingerbread house-making competition. There will be other refreshments and crafts, too.

Admission is free, but don't forget to wear warm clothes. Those participating in the gingerbread building will have to pay $15 for the materials.

Call 545-3080.

Huge garage sale helps isle charity

Sometimes the best gifts can be found from other people's castoffs.

Local labor unions have assembled a collection of gently used treasures for “;Labor Cares: The Island's Best Garage Sale,”; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. tomorrow at McKinley High School.

Proceeds will benefit Aloha United Way.

Vintage collectibles and antiques will be among the household goods, clothes, electronics and toys offered for sale.

Admission and parking are free.