Last week, I found myself sitting on the floor in Down to Earth in Kahului, which was a new experience for me. I was pumping liquid peppermint soap into a previously-used Dr. Bronner’s bottle. It’s with some shame that I’ll admit that this was my first time refilling a bottle from the bulk products. I’ve always recycled–I learned from my mom, who recycles everything from tea … [Read more...] about Green Eating: The Theory and Practice of Reducing our Trash
Goodwill
New Look and Success Story For Goodwill Maui
The renovated Goodwill Store and Donation Center in Kahului celebrated its grand reopening Sept 30 and Oct. 1. The weekend festivities kicked off with a blessing and a ceremony to recognize a Maui woman who overcame financial and personal hardships to find employment with Goodwill’s help. Miriam Baraoidan, the woman who was honored as “Goodwill Maui Success Story of the … [Read more...] about New Look and Success Story For Goodwill Maui
Sign Language: This is the week for Libras to check out what’s new at Goodwill
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) Every sign has its ruling planet, and yes, you’re ruled by the Sun. That’s how amazing and badass you are. You get to own all that radiance and power this week, and embody it as only you can do, but please don’t let it go to your head. Humility is a virtue that’s sometimes hard for your average shining, brilliant Leo to master. You’ve at least grasped the … [Read more...] about Sign Language: This is the week for Libras to check out what’s new at Goodwill
Sign Language: Yes Taurans, your boss is out to get you
Aries (March 21-April 19) Insults are piled atop injury all too often, in your experience. You’ve also frequently gotten kicked while you were down, which really damaged your sense of security. Luckily, this week you get that rarest of experiences: the shining silver flip side of that coin. Don’t waste time wishing that you could lead a more balanced existence in this … [Read more...] about Sign Language: Yes Taurans, your boss is out to get you
Goodwill Opens New Donation Center in Kahului
After a brief absence, donations to Goodwill can once again be made in Kahului. Goodwill Industries of Hawaii has opened a new donation center on the mauka side of Kahului Shopping Center. The POD at the corner of South Pu'unene Ave. and West Kamehameha Ave. will be operated by Goodwill staff seven days a week, from 9am to 5pm. The “Big Blue Box” will accept clothes, toys, … [Read more...] about Goodwill Opens New Donation Center in Kahului