tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754Sun, 27 Nov 2011 23:33:11 +0000Pa'ina @ Cafe Celebrationthe way to partyhttp://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)Blogger47125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-7363245472730615248Sun, 10 Aug 2008 17:45:00 +00002008-08-10T07:56:18.104-10:00<atom:summary>unpredictable weatherweather can play such an important starring role in your event. By its very nature - it sets a mood: sunny and hot - a bright active event windy and cool - might want to huddle together or take it indoors gray skies - contemplative wonderingWell in Hawaii - weather can be a very fluid thing - evening and morning showers can still birth a fairly sunny and 80-degree warm day - </atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2008_08_01_archive.html#7363245472730615248</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-7019665788413339486</guid><pubDate>Sun, 22 Jun 2008 18:32:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2008-06-22T08:53:11.204-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>Around the Corner - planning your next celebrationThe next celebration is always right around the corner - an informal soiree, a casual dinner party of close friends, a happy hour gathering, or a grand affair for 100s of friends. The key to making that date around the corner a success is proper planning, focus, and ability to stay organized and manage all the details. I recently found a web </atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2008_06_01_archive.html#7019665788413339486</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-7501255297352239959</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2008 20:42:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2008-04-17T10:50:05.547-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>TWO much fun PARTYyes --it's that time to graduate from ONE to TWO...two years old that is.so far here are the ingredients for what will be a wonderful pa'ina...kids, cake, candles keiki food: chili dogs and nachos, carrot cake cupcakes, glitteratti popcornPoi supper for the adults (kalua pig, lomi salmon, laulau, rice and BEEF STEW)games: playdoh fun station, bubbles, sprinkler, pinata, pin the </atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2008_04_01_archive.html#7501255297352239959</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-117594374718071621</guid><pubDate>Sat, 07 Apr 2007 10:48:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2007-04-07T01:02:27.193-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>the baby party revisitedat the core of the baby party is fun, food and frolick...say what? well - you need to create an atmosphere that's going to be fun for all your guests - from 0 - 99 years young. Food that's not only yummy but age appropriate too - you may want fare that's gourmet - but thinkabout what the keiki want to eat tooo. And frolick.. what elements of your party atmosphere will </atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2007_04_01_archive.html#117594374718071621</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-112183146097708041</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2005 03:51:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2005-07-19T17:51:01.000-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>when your party kicks a$$ every host/hostess wants the ultimate reward - to know that their party kicked a$$ big time... here's the top clues: folks still talking about the party 2 weeks later, 1 month later, a year later or more.... folks who weren't invited and weren't there still talking about the party 2 weeks later, 1 month later, a year later or more.... some of the photos aren't approved</atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2005_07_01_archive.html#112183146097708041</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-111796256933626051</guid><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jun 2005 09:09:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2005-06-04T23:09:29.840-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>cancellations they sometimes happen - and well they aren't always clean....depending on who is doing the cancelling - deposits could be lost - lawsuits could ensue...and in general - it's just a stressful time for all parties involved.</atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2005_06_01_archive.html#111796256933626051</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-111114318339985134</guid><pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2005 10:53:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2005-03-18T00:53:03.400-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>take a number well I will have the honor practically when my own cause de celebre is pau to guide another happy couple down the aisle. their special date is may 2006. i'm excited for the newly engaged as my own bridal meltdown quickly approaches in less than 15 weeks.</atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2005_03_01_archive.html#111114318339985134</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-110893858132787547</guid><pubDate>Sun, 20 Feb 2005 22:29:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2005-02-20T12:29:41.326-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>surprise just attended a surprise anniversary party - a very laid back affair that started in the mid-afternoon - - the guests of honor arrived 3.5 hours after the start...surprised as ever and very apologetic for having made everyone wait for them....the hostess with the mostess had arranged fake invitations for them - and they arrived under the guise of attending someone else's anniversary </atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2005_02_01_archive.html#110893858132787547</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-110630390164456220</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Jan 2005 10:38:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2005-01-21T00:38:21.643-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>countdown to celebration there are less than 24 weeks till the big day and my mind is still focused on minutae details of our celebration "of love". How cheesy is that..anyways - what should a bride with six months left be thinking about if she hasn't already? Last weekend's Hawaii Bridal Expo was an extravaganza of wedding vendors ready to calm even the most nervous brides. I didn't go - what</atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2005_01_01_archive.html#110630390164456220</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-109749285000403718</guid><pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2004 11:07:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2004-10-11T01:07:30.003-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>the catering meeting recently had the catering meeting for my wedding plans - the meeting went smoothly, an informal gathering of the chef, myself and my planning buddy at a local honolulu eatery. The casual dining atmosphere meant we were relaxed and ready for some getting to know you and "everything you want for your wedding" conversation. So what do you have to expect to be asked from/by a </atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2004_10_01_archive.html#109749285000403718</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-109481338268598454</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Sep 2004 10:49:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2004-09-10T00:49:42.686-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>with a bang just got my AWAD (that's a word of the day) i usually glance at them - expand my vocabulary for the day then delete - but this one really caught my interest. In western realms - there are bells to be rung after the wedded couple leaves the church; in eastern cultures clanging on the glassware is quite common to "force" the couple to kiss or in Chinese Tradition the Lion Dance and </atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2004_09_01_archive.html#109481338268598454</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-109340691419457934</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2004 04:08:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2004-08-24T18:08:34.193-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>a New milestone Thanks out there to whoever you all are reading here...we just passed 1,000 unique visitors!!! -- Site Summary --- Visits Total ........................ 1,097 Average per Day .................. 3 Average Visit Length .......... 0:26 This Week ..</atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2004_08_01_archive.html#109340691419457934</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-109251291547057053</guid><pubDate>Sat, 14 Aug 2004 19:48:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2004-08-14T09:48:35.470-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>simple soiree i attended a very simple gathering of friends and "new" friends at a Portlock home last evening...the essentials that made it a great party were - "hostess", "guest of honor", some guests, drinks, food, and an activity. Well nothing really rocket science about that? Decorations were minimal - the birthday girl was decorated - sparkling head to toe in a shimmery body spray and </atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2004_08_01_archive.html#109251291547057053</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-108818260369018796</guid><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jun 2004 16:56:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2004-06-25T06:56:43.690-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>cause for celebration most anything can be a cause for celebration. There are the normal expected celebrations: birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, promotions, out of town guests, reunions, holidays. But now - in the vocabulary of party - anything is game - heck people have divorce "parties" these days... Need to bring some cheer and levity to your life? celebrate - even without "reason". </atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2004_06_01_archive.html#108818260369018796</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-108746879966450836</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jun 2004 10:39:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2004-06-17T00:39:59.663-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>I love the 80's I got casual for a cause today for the United Cerebral Palsy Association of Hawaii fundraiser "Casual Day". Our company is a sponsor of this annual event with a "Theme Challenge" either you can dress down or you can play "dress up"...we chose the theme of "I Love the 80's" for this year's casual day. The array of creative 80s attire was phenomenal...we had a three piece DEVO </atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2004_06_01_archive.html#108746879966450836</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-108712061150972692</guid><pubDate>Sun, 13 Jun 2004 09:56:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2004-06-12T23:56:51.510-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>country time i came from a country styled picnic today - that was down home fun. out in beautiful kailua - we enjoyed a company picnic full of surprises. complete with a pie eating contest - watermelon spitting, sack races, and homestyle country fare. we ate to our hearts content and enjoyed one another's company. I learned that it is HUMANLY possible to spit a watermelon seed in excess of 20 </atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2004_06_01_archive.html#108712061150972692</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-108573843439777284</guid><pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2004 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2004-05-28T00:00:34.396-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>Contract Review when making a contract for a special event venue or vendor - be sure of the following: - read the fine print - understand what upcharges or hidden charges might apply - be sure to understand the payment schedule and forms of acceptable payment - ensure you're aware of your responsibilities as well as what they are promising as the rental condition - be sure to keep copies of </atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2004_05_01_archive.html#108573843439777284</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-108262706194758537</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Apr 2004 09:44:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2004-04-21T23:53:54.340-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>Wedding Consultant I've had the first few phone consultations with my "wedding planner" - (yes - even a party girl like me needs some help for the big day.) We're gonna have our first Interview for me and my fiance in a few weeks and she's assigned us some homework. 1. Collect as many visuals as possible of what we like/ don't like. 2. Prepare a preliminary guest list. 3. Research and get as </atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2004_04_01_archive.html#108262706194758537</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-108128645010723730</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Apr 2004 21:20:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2004-04-06T11:24:30.310-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>Easter is on the way and I've got visions of creating an Easter brunch event....complete with easter basket favors for the guests under 10. Spring florals adorn the buffet - Eggs scrambled, eggs benedict, fresh browned hash browns, Steamed white rice, hot cinnamon buns, french toast, fresh fruit compote, bacon, sausage, spam, and steak w/ peppers. An optional over the top touch would be an </atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2004_04_01_archive.html#108128645010723730</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-107942878439253649</guid><pubDate>Tue, 16 Mar 2004 09:17:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2004-03-15T23:22:56.263-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary> The Quintessential High Tea I joined a dear friend and her grandmother at their Kane'ohe home recently for High Tea. A gathering of grandma’s close friends and a few relatives bedecked in feminine tea dresses and fun hats made for good company on an overcast Hawaiian afternoon at four o’clock sharp. Grandma’s carefully manicured tropical garden was the perfect backdrop for a wonderfully </atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2004_03_01_archive.html#107942878439253649</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-107762236921796791</guid><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2004 11:32:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2004-02-24T01:35:33.200-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>okay so I've several ideas I'm throwing around for a theme party for a college graduate-to-be...the major is criminal justice and here are the ideas: 1. Spinoff of a tvdrama/series - law&order, or CSI- crime scene investigation - invites can mirror the branding of the tv shows and table favors or centerpieces can be spyware ala CSI or law stuffs... 2. Murder Mystery Dinner - have an improv group </atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2004_02_01_archive.html#107762236921796791</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-107585417161192170</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2004 00:22:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2004-02-03T14:25:08.606-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>So how is it possible that through the peak party season - I post not even one celebration? craziness! what is a party girl like me to do? here's some surefire ways to destress during the holidays to keep up with the pace: 1. Make lists of what to do. - they help to fuel a sense of accomplishment as you complete tasks and help to keep things in check and organized to minimize forgetting stuff </atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2004_02_01_archive.html#107585417161192170</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-107010732862301264</guid><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2003 12:02:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2003-11-29T02:02:58.280-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>Just attended an elegant gathering at the 3660 on the Rise - the wedding dinner was about 2 months after the actual nuptials - but nevertheless a good way for far away family and friends to finally share in the event. Tables were decorated with simple understated elegance of exotic orchids centerpieces and quaint personal pochettes with Honolulu Cookie Company sweets. The newlyweds were clad in </atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2003_11_01_archive.html#107010732862301264</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-106859989231253594</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2003 01:18:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2003-11-11T15:18:37.890-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>I just found this site and it's a new resource collection for event planners in the Hawaii market. I found Hawaii Occasion Directory to be pretty easy to navigate. Since it just launched however, resources on the site are a little shy...</atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2003_11_01_archive.html#106859989231253594</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item><item><guid isPermaLink="false">tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5233754.post-106793169974857311</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2003 07:41:00 +0000</pubDate><atom:updated>2003-11-03T21:41:55.000-10:00</atom:updated><title /><atom:summary>The DJ Finding an MC or DJ for your party has become a popular thing for everything from weddings to baby parties to to graduations. Here's my "keys" list. 1. Know what their musical repertoire is...check if you need to provide certain songs - don't assume they have what you want..get it verified. 2. Get referrals or go see them - watch their rapport with the crowd - look at their setup - </atom:summary><link>http://cafecelebration.blogspot.com/2003_11_01_archive.html#106793169974857311</link><author>noreply@blogger.com (Yvette Noelani Kama)</author></item></channel></rss>