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Chinese New Year 2019

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Happy Chinese New Year! 2019 is the year of the Pig! Chinese New Year officially kicks off today February 5th. The zodiac symbols repeat every 12 years. The next time you will have a year of the Pig will be in 2031.

The symbolic feeding the dragon is a tradition done to bring good luck. Red envelopes are fed to the dragon by those seeking good fortune. If you’ve never had a chance to experience this it is truly a fun sight to see!

A full day of celebration is scheduled to take place on February 8th in Lahaina. Lions will dance through the streets of Lahaina and there will be plenty of festivities at the Wo Hing Museum and Cookhouse at 858 Front St. Chinese New Year exhibits will be on display beginning Monday, February 4th through Thursday, February 7th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Wo Hing Museum.

On Saturday, February 9th Lahaina Cannery will have the traditional “feeding of the lions” from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Martial arts display an firecrackers during the celebration, or come out at 1:00 pm for a pre-celebration hula performance!

On Sunday February 10th the Tiki Terrace Restaurant located at the Kaanapali Beach Hotel will host the Year of the Pig brunch buffet. Buffet will include shrimp egg fu young, braised short ribs and noodles. Reservations are a must!

Queen Kaahumanu Center will be hosting two different events for Chinese New Year. First event will be held on Sunday, February 10th from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The annual event will consist of martial arts demonstration, fireworks, lion dance, and crafts for keiki under the age of 12. On Saturday, February 16th from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm the Chinese New Year Festival will be held at the Queen Kaahumanu Center. Activities include good luck photos with ancient lion head, calligraphy writing, keiki ribbon dancing, plus so much more! This will be a fun event for the entire family!

The Grand Wailea Hotel has posted via their website that you can experience the Lion Dance in the resort lobby tomorrow, Wednesday February 6th at 4:00 pm.

In Paia, Maui Mediation Services will be celebrating tonight from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Flatbread Co. This annual fundraiser will feature a silent auction with items from Grand Wailea, Maui Laser Tag, and many others! A portion of all pizza sales throughout the evening will be donated to Maui Mediation Services.

So many events its impossible to choose just one! As more events unfold we will keep you updated! Enjoy the celebrations! Gong hei fat choy!

Wailuku Town Friday Party

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Tomorrow, Friday February 1st, is the Wailuku First Friday party from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. This event takes place along Market Street. Street closure starts at 5:30 pm. Free parking is available at the Maui Medical Center parking lot.

Live musical entertainment provided by Kuala, Luna Overdrive, Gene Argel, Johnny Z, Mark Johnson Live Funk and Jazz, The Goods with DJ Boomshot, DJ Carone, and Jay P. Magical act The Magic of Kamishibai will have two free showings at Mapa Warehouse on Main Street.

Local restaurants include Gianotto’s Pizza, 808 On Main, Saigon Cafe, Kings BBQ plus many more! Enjoy craft booths from local artisans! This is a great free family event that also supports the community!

Families Receive Gifts From Lahaina Strong Benefit Concert

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10 families were recipients of $5000 thanks to the Lahaina Strong Benefit Concert held on October 21st. 8 of the 10 families were present at Lowe’s to receive their gifts as well as 10% off purchases.

Entertainers that donated their time included Willie K, Amy Hanaialii, Ekolu, Damon Williams, Na Wai Eha, Nuff Sedd, Piilani Arias, John Cruz and Matagi. The concert organizers partnered up with Maui United Way to obtain donations. Other donations included hotel stays for silent auction and food donations. The community really came together not only with donations but volunteering time.

The Maui Fire Department determined the fire was fueled by winds caused by Hurricane Lane. In total 21 homes and 27 vehicles were destroyed. Families who received money raised by the benefit did not have insurance or other financial assistance at their disposal.

The true meaning of aloha was shown during the communities time in need. Mahalo to all!

The Hansen Ohana Newsletter January 2019

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HANSEN OHANA NEWSLETTER

Happy New Year!

Thank you to all those who have contributed to The Hansen Ohana’s annual drive for deserving children on Maui.  This year we topped last years’ numbers by over 25%. That is the most money, toys and gift cards we have ever received and donated.  Mahalo nui to all for such a fantastic response.

We are in yet another high season  ~ busy time for real estate.  Here’s a quick update on the market.

By now we’ve probably all heard or read reports that many US markets are experiencing a slow-down.  Early to mid-last year Realtors were complaining that they wanted more inventory and stable prices.  Well, we have that now and some still complain.  The vast majority of economists predict that the market will continue to steadily increase, but at a much more sustainable pace (3% or so).  Many economists are calling it a “soft-landing”.

Inventory on Maui is still shrinking, but some price increases have moderated.  Island wide Single-family homes had a median price of $708,750 which is a moderate 3.4% yearly increase which is similar to the Mainland.  Condos had a median price at $493,500 which is a huge 21.1% yearly increase.  The reason for this disparity may be found in people more willing to purchase in the lower price ranges and the significant amount of closings in new developments like Kamalani in North Kihei or phases of existing developments like Kamani at Kehalani.  There are many indicators that Maui may soon be matching the more moderate 3% ish increases to match of the rest of the US.  Keep in mind that these are general figures and sales in certain price ranges and areas can vary significantly.  To discuss areas of most interest to you in more detail please call us any time.

Luana Garden Villas at Honua Kai pre-sales continue to be very strong – tomorrow morning the final 15 Villas are being released.  Kalama Kai in Kihei has broken ground and vertical building is well under way.  Demolition of the old Maui Prince Hotel in Makena continues along with construction of multiple new oceanfront Makena homes.  If you’ve been to Pukalani lately you’ve likely noticed that an increasing number of the lots in Kualono have also homes in various stages of construction as well.

Be sure to check out our current listings that include some fantastic land opportunities, a Kihei oceanfront home best buy opportunity, a beautiful Wailea home with a view easement and some exciting island wide home and condo options.  If you’ve been watching the market and don’t see quite what you are looking for or are considering selling please give us a call.  There can be opportunities available prior to hitting the open market.

Please give us a call for updates for your specific area.  We are here to help.  Following are our numbers.

Clint Hansen 808-280-2764

Donna Hansen 808-280-1650

Bob Hansen 808-283-9456

The Hansen Ohana

Maui Luxury Real Estate LLC

dad@mauirealestate.net

Great Whale Count

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The annual Great Whale Count will start this Saturday, January 26th. Volunteers are encouraged to participate in what is known as one of the longest running citizen scientist projects.

There are 12 survey sites located along the Maui shoreline. Site leaders will give brief instruction to volunteers and record data throughout the day. Data collected includes the number of whales and behavior patterns. After all the data is collected throughout the day, numbers are tallied and released immediately following the count.

Other count dates include Saturday, February 23rd and Saturday, March 30th. Those wishing to become volunteers must create an account through the Pacific Whale Foundation here.