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Shelly Mecum previews a video done by Lewis and Lewis ad agency for the book "God's Photo Album" she authored with the students of Our Lady of Perpetual Help School in 'Ewa Beach.

Cory Lum • The Honolulu Advertiser

Lit Beat

The God Book: School fund-raiser becomes success story
'Ewa Beach Catholic school may see what began as a homely little fund-raising project explode into a publishing success along the lines of the "Chicken Soup" and "Tuesdays with Morrie" phenomena. The project is photos of God, in young people's eyes.

Filming to begin on Polanski movie
Filming is scheduled to begin Monday at the Babelsberg studios, just outside Berlin, on Roman Polanski's new film, "The Pianist."

The perfect prenuptial party
Donations of cord blood help save lives

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'Survivor' criticized on pig killing
The slaughter of a pig on "Survivor: The Australian Outback" was condemned as gratuitous and cruel by animal rights groups.
Hawai'i Ways
Affordable homes made for a rich life
In the mid-20th century, it was hard to find an affordable housing, so many applied with the Hawai'i Housing Authority for temporary accommodations. Although the chores around the house were heavy, the make fond memories for many.
Hawai'i Gardens
Woman's legacy means cleaner, greener island
Tall rainbow shower trees today grace the once hot, dusty, barren median of Vineyard Boulevard near Queen Emma Street and Punchbowl. The rainbow shower is a great choice to beautify and shade this busy thoroughfare.
Home & Garden Calendar
Art Review
Artists display variety of mediums in exhibits around town
Plan to spend some time at the Academy Art Center looking at the exquisite photographs of Rowena Otremba, who has not previously had an exhibit in Hawai'i.
Art Calendar

Christina Lewis Wong of Hawai‘i Kai planned a bachelorette party fit for Martha Stewart, from luxurious spa pamperings to an all-dressed-up dinner at the Hanohano Room (pictured above, with the bride in the middle, wearing the black V-neck) for seven of her close friends and family.

The perfect prenuptial party
Whether it's an afternoon spent shoe-shopping or an evening at a seedy strip club, these 'premarital" parties revolve around giving the bride- or groom-to-be one last reminder of what they may be giving up.

Donations of cord blood help save lives
Blood from the umbilical cords of newborns, typically tossed out after delivery, can be stored and used for bone-marrow transplant patients who cannot find matching donors.

Academy of Arts organizes 'safari' to mark black history
In honor of Black History Month, the Honolulu Academy of Arts will hold an African Cultural Safari from 1 to 4:30 p.m. next Sunday.

Family Matters
Bathing always a big part of Hawaiian culture

Historically, Hawaiians are known for taking plenty of baths. Some are careful to carry on this tradition, whereas others are not so careful.

Family dinners more likely to have healthier foods
Kids today are giving new meaning to the idea of TV dinners: Many are watching television while chowing down their evening meal, a new study reveals. And overweight kids are more likely than normal-weight kids to eat in front of the television.
Prescriptions
Pets can be both helpful, harmful to keiki
Entertainment may not be the only thing pets provide; studies have shown that for various conditions (depression, cancer, heart disease) pets may actually prolong life.
Dr. Gadget's Science Machine
Vacuums do not really 'suck'
People say that a vacuum cleaner sucks up dirt. Does it really suck and does it use a vacuum? Have you ever used an upright vacuum cleaner and gotten a throw rug caught under it?
Meet 12 local heroes from all walks of life
It's not every day we meet heroes. But the winners of this year's Everyday Heroes awards, honored by the American Red Cross Hawaii State Chapter, have proven themselves extraordinary to others.
Honorable Mention
Ex-offender provides 'voice for women' on prison issues
Chianti Camara, 30, has become a devoted advocate for offenders in the prison system and ex-offenders trying to reintegrate into the community.
Foodland starts 13th year of education aid project
The 13th annual Shop for Better Education program is kicking off at Foodland supermarkets and will end March 13.
Baby Whisperer reminds us that babies are little people
There are two words that new parents should live by: EASY and SLOW. Take them literally and remember what they stand for, says Tracy Hogg, author of the new parenting book, "Secrets of the Baby Whisperer."
Wayne Harada
• Show Biz
Nievera returns to Honolulu; Hirokawa has overdue reunion
Martin Nievera, the Philippines-based Island singer, will return for a concert, "Martin Nievera ... Up Close and Personal," at 8 p.m. March 16 at the Hickam Officers' Club.

• Island Sounds
Na 'Oiwi's 'Crossroads' explores new blend of Island rhythms
Industry luminaries Mike Kaawa, Dennis and David Kamakahi, and Jon Yamasato create a progressive new Island sound ... Wai'ahole Ditch Band provides a mix of light jazz, pop, contemporary Hawaiian, with snippets of reggae.

Audio sample of "Crossroads" by Na 'Oiwi. in mp3 or RealAudio format. RealAudio requires a plug-in.
Audio sample of "Malama Ka Aina" by Waiahole Ditch Band. in mp3 or RealAudio format. RealAudio requires a plug-in.

Joan Namkoong
• Market Basket
Strawberries ripe for picking at markets
The California strawberry season has begun and so has the 'Ulupalakua, Maui, season. Farmer Roy Hamamura's crop of fresh-picked, ripe strawberries, can be found at Star Markets and Daiei.
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