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🎓 Support Seniors at Pearl City High School's Project Graduation 2025

🥋Hawaii State Open Championship 2024 Brings Top Jiu-Jitsu Talent to Pearl City

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Support Seniors at Pearl City High School's Project Graduation 2025

Pearl City High School's Project Graduation 2025 is hosting a Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday, December 14, from 9 AM to 2 PM at the Pearl City High School Cafeteria, this event provides a great opportunity for vendors to connect with holiday shoppers while supporting the senior class’s graduation program.

The Christmas Craft Fair will feature a variety of unique handmade items, crafts, and small business products to help everyone finish their Christmas shopping. 

This event supports the Project Graduation program, helping ensure a safe and fun celebration for the graduating class of 2025. 

Hawaii State Open Championship 2024 Brings Top Jiu-Jitsu Talent to Pearl City

The Hawaii State Open Championship 2024, a highlight of the Hawaii Triple Crown series, is set to unfold on December 7 at Pearl City High School in Pearl City, Hawaii. Organized by HFBJJ, this highly anticipated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu event will showcase a full day of competitions featuring kids, teens, and adults competing across various divisions in both Gi and No-Gi formats.

Doors will open at 8:30 AM, with check-in and weigh-ins taking place before matches begin at 10:00 AM. Competitors from all belt levels and weight classes will engage in single-elimination brackets, with special rules for kids' Gi competitions, which will feature a best-of-three format in brackets with only two participants. With a focus on precision, skill, and sportsmanship, the event promises high-energy matchups and a celebration of martial arts excellence.

This year’s championship offers a range of prizes and honors to participants. Over $2,000 in cash will be awarded to Absolute Champions in specific Blue Belt divisions and above, provided their divisions have at least six competitors. In addition, 16 crowns will be distributed in select kids' divisions, recognizing outstanding performances in larger, more competitive brackets. Attendees can also look forward to raffle prizes distributed throughout the day, while the top three academies will earn team trophies. Medals will be awarded to first, second, and third-place finishers in each division, and athletes will have the opportunity to compete for third place in their brackets.

Cash prizes for adult competitors are divided by division and skill level. Male Gi Open champions in the Black/Brown Belt, Purple Belt, and Blue Belt categories will receive $500, $300, and $200, respectively. Female Gi Open champions in these same belt categories will earn matching amounts. The No-Gi Male Open Advanced division offers a $400 cash prize to its champion. All athletes competing for awards must weigh in before their first match, with no changes allowed to registered weight classes on the day of the event.

Spectators are welcome to attend this thrilling showcase of talent and dedication. Tickets are priced at $12 for adults and $6 for children aged 6-10, while kids under five enter for free. The event is expected to draw competitors and fans from across the region, fostering a spirit of camaraderie and competition among the Jiu-Jitsu community. Organizers have ensured that all equipment will be thoroughly sanitized to maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for everyone.

With top-tier talent, exciting prizes, and a dynamic atmosphere, the Hawaii State Open Championship 2024 is poised to be an unforgettable event. Competitors and fans alike are eagerly anticipating this electrifying day of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Community:

Keiki Imagination Adventure - December 5 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 pm. Storytime with Jasmine from Family Hui. An interactive story with puppets, props, songs, and crafts that your keiki are guaranteed to love. Recommended for ages 3-5 but all families are encouraged to come and participate! Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Learn more

The Hawaii State Open Championship 2024, part of the Hawaii Triple Crown series, will be held on December 7 at Pearl City High School. This Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu event includes divisions for all ages and skill levels, offering cash prizes, medals, and team trophies.

Pearlside Food Distribution - Saturday, December 7 from 10:30 am - 12:00 pm. In partnership with the Hawaii Foodbank's Ohana Produce Plus Program, Pearlside Church will become a food distribution center to provide for families in need.
Main Campus - Youth Outreach Community Center. Learn more

Pearl City High School's Project Graduation 2025 is hosting a Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday, December 14 from 9 AM to 2 PM in the school cafeteria. Shoppers can explore handmade crafts and small business products while supporting Project Graduation, a program that provides a safe celebration for the Class of 2025.

Crafts:

2 Color Beginner Yarn Lei - Thursday, December 5 at 3:00pm-5:00pm. Learn a variation on the basic one straw yarn lei. In this short and sweet class, you will make a lei using one short-lash and one long-lash yarn in two different colors of your choice. You will go home knowing how to make a basic yarn lei , your lei and with the rest of your grosgrain ribbon. Learn more

Seasonal Deco Mesh Wreath - Friday, December 6 at 10:30am-12:30pm. An awesome and simple Deco mesh Wreath workshop, where you can make a wreath with deco mesh and ribbon! You can freely pick your ribbon and mesh based on the colors you like. Learn more

Seashell Ornaments at - Friday, December 6 at 3:00pm-4:30pm. An awesome and simple Deco mesh Wreath workshop, where you can make a wreath with deco mesh and ribbon! You can freely pick your ribbon and mesh based on the colors you like. Learn more

Food:

Pearlridge Open-Air Farmers’ Market: Saturday, December 7 from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm. Featuring some 30 vendors offering locally grown fruits and vegetables, plants and freshly made treats including oven-fresh breads and other baked goods.

Village Market at Pearlridge: Saturday, December 7 from 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Indulge in a variety of food trucks, browse through craft and retail vendors, and have fun with your friends and family! The Village Market features ample seating and live musical entertainment. Don't forget to visit the beer garden featuring signature spirits and cocktails!

Entertainment:

Malino & The Hammah House Band - December 6 from 9pm to 2am at Valor Bar located in the Wai Makai third level food court.

Natural Vibrations - December 6 from 9pm to 2am at Valor Bar located in the Wai Makai third level food court.

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