Support artists at Trash & Treasure fair
TEMARI will host its 32nd Trash & Treasure Fundraiser Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday at the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai‘i’s Manoa Grand Ballroom.
The event features sales of wares and gift items created by invited artists, including folk-art baskets, teapots, kimono and obi, and more, with funds supporting the organization’s Visiting Artists program.
There will also be unusual holiday gifts offered by other nonprofit organizations including Bamboo Ridge Press, Hawaii Potters’ Guild, Hui O Laulima and the Autism Society of Hawaii. Teachers who studied in Turkey over the summer on a Pacific and Asian Affairs Council-sponsored program will share their experience and authentic Turkish delight candy.
TEMARI, a nonprofit organization, is celebrating 34 years of perpetuating Asian and Pacific cultural traditions and nurturing contemporary art forms through educational programs, events, international exhibitions and entrepreneurship.
Admission is free. Call 536-4566 for more information.
YWCA aids women returning to workforce
The YWCA of Oahu is hosting a benefit clothing sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Laniakea YWCA lobby at 1040 Richards St. Sales of new and used women’s clothing and accessories help to support economically disadvantaged women re-entering the workforce.
Admission is free. Call 538-7061.
Head to cultural center for holiday sale
The Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai‘i Community Gallery and Gift Shop will host a "Things Japanese Sale" timed for the holidays with everything from ceramic ware to Hinamatsuri dolls. The sale starts with a members’ preview from 8 to 9 a.m. Saturday; regular hours will be 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to Fridays, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays through Dec. 21. It will be closed Nov. 28 and 29.
Proceeds will support the cultural center’s educational programs and activities. The center is at 2454 S. Beretania St. Call 945-7633 or visit www.jcch.com for more information.
Jewelry benefits breast cancer foundation
It’s the last day of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but the battle against the disease goes on year-round. Nalukai Jewelry founder and designer Tricia McCarthy developed her "Pretty in Pink" collection to benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Fifty percent of net sales of each piece sold goes to the foundation. Collection pieces include:
» Pink enamel signature pendant: The sterling-silver Nalukai logo pendant comes on an 18-inch sterling-silver chain, $155.
» Statement ring: Sterling silver with pink tourmalines in a pavé setting, $1,250.
» Signature gemstone pendant: Pink tourmalines are hand-set into a silver pavé setting, $1,880.
» "Believe in Pink" rose quartz beaded bracelet: 7-inch bracelet comprises 8 mm semiprecious stones and comes with two rose-gold charms reading "Believe" and "Stand Strong in the Wind," $300.
Other pieces include a "With Love" dog tag necklace ($725) and pink enamel cuff links for men ($275).
Shop the line at www.nalukaicollection.com.
Browse baubles at Riches trunk shows
Lo Kaimuloa of Riches Kahala is hosting a series of trunk shows featuring the shop’s most popular local jewelry brands, including Los Angeles-based rising star Misa Hamamoto of Misa Jewelry, who has a celebrity following and is in talks for the coming awards season’s red-carpet looks.
Saturday: Beachcomber Designs. Spend $125 and receive a free bracelet while supplies last. Also featured will be Hands in the Sand’s new custom collection with name or word stamping. Also, pick your own pearl or shell embellishment. Noon to 4 p.m.
Nov. 23: Lunch at the Ritz collections, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Nov. 29: Black Friday trunk show, 10 a.m. to noon, with 20 percent off one item until 10 a.m.
Nov. 30: Kimberly Le Designs, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Dec. 7: View Hamamoto’s new diamond collection, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Dec. 14: Hands in the Sand bangle bar, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Riches Kahala is in Kahala Mall. Call 737-3303.
Food donations will earn free beauty sessions
Remington College is hosting its "Cuts for Cause" event to collect food for needy families.
Anyone who brings in a can of food or other nonperishable food donation in November will get a complimentary haircut, manicure or pedicure. The salon services will be provided by students and instructors at the Paul Brown Institute at Remington College.
To make an appointment, call 587-8448. Walk-ins are also welcome from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays to Fridays.
The Paul Brown Institute at Remington College is at 1132 Bishop St., Suite 550.
