November 2023 - A-TEAM OAHU - Panana Newsletter - Oahu Real Estate, Lifestyle, Activities & More!

Aloha, November! November 2023 “Gratitude turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos into order, confusion into clarity...it makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow.” In this month of Thanksgiving, please know we are grateful for YOU!

REAL ESTATE IN THE NEWS

Properties with Two Homes Are a Bright Spot in the Weak Real Estate Market Those properties are more likely to sell quickly, and they come with some extra financing options. While high mortgage rates have priced a lot of potential homebuyers out of Hawaiʻi’s high-cost real estate market, some new financing options are available for anyone buying a property with an accessory dwelling unit or who plans to add an ADU after a purchase. READ MORE on Hawaii Business

A-TEAM ACTIVITY FOR NOVEMBER Our A-Team Activity for November is VIRTUAL! GIVING TUESDAY IS NOVEMBER 28, BUT WE ENCOURAGE GIVING ALL MONTH Please, let's help ensure that no Thanksgiving table goes empty. Please consider donating this month to the following Non-Profits ➡️ Donate Here: THE PANTRY - Oahu MAUI FOOD BANK - Maui Trick or Treat on Iana Street: Our October A-TEAM Activity was a lot of fun! Thanks to those who joined us!

NATIONAL DAYS in NOVEMBER November 1st - All Saints' Day 😇 November 2nd - Day of the Dead 💀 & All Soul's Day November 3rd - Japanese Culture Day 🇯🇵 November 4th - National Candy Day 🍭 November 5th - Guy Fawke's Night (aka Bonfire Day) 🎇 November 7th - Election Day 🇺🇸 November 10th - Marine Corps Birthday 🎖 November 11th - Veterans Day 🎖 November 17th - National Hiking Day 🗻 November 23 - Thanksgiving Day 🦃 November 28 - Giving Tuesday 💪🏼 FAVORITE LOCAL EVENTS

Hawai‘i Food & Wine Festival Nov. 2–5, Various times/locations The 13th annual Hawai‘i Food & Wine Festival will feature more than 90 internationally renowned culinary talents. This nonprofit program is spread out over three weekends and takes place on O‘ahu from Nov. 2–5. It aims to showcase the quality of locally grown ingredients at more than 20 events, from seminars and tastings to wine dinners and even cooking classes for kids. Proceeds from the events benefit community and ‘āina-based organizations that support sustainability, culinary and agricultural education, cultural programs and more. The program has donated more than $3.5 million since its inception. Treat yourself to live music, theater and the largest food festival in Hawai‘i before the holidays season is in full swing. SEE MORE DETAILS HERE

Lanikai Winter Craft Fair in Kailua Saturday, November 18, 2023 9am-3pm Lanikai Community Park 126 Kaiolena Dr, Kailua, HI 96734 LEARN MORE HERE Visit the beautiful Windward side of Oahu to find the perfect items for your home or to give to your favorite people. This festive craft fair, sponsored by the Lanikai Community Association, features many prominent local artisans, and vendors selling Made in Hawaii crafts, jewelry, paintings, photography, plants, and MORE! Baked goods and other food, and drinks, are also available for purchase. * Free parking available within the park

Ka‘iwi Coast Run & Walk Nov. 19, 6:45 a.m. Soak up the beautiful scenery, as you run or walk 4 miles along this stunning stretch of East O‘ahu. The course begins at Awāwamalu (Sandy Beach) and ends at Hui Nalu Canoe Club. Proceeds from the event help support various programs in Hawai‘i Kai. REGISTER HERE

LEARN MORE HERE Waikīkī Holiday Parade Nov. 24, 7 p.m. Held annually on the Friday after Thanksgiving, this holiday parade honors survivors of the Dec. 7, 1941, attack on Pearl Harbor and members of the U.S. military. Since 1998, residents and visitors alike have gathered to watch this festive march, which includes Island bands, military members and local officials, dignitaries, entertainers, keiki and more. The torch-lit 1.5-mile night parade begins at Fort DeRussy, continues along Kalākaua Avenue and ends at Kapi‘olani Park.ark.

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