 Small Business News Archive August 2006. | Statehood Day Press Releases
Each third Friday in August is a state and county holiday in Hawai'i, marking admission to the union. But for the past half dozen years there have been no official celebrations noting Hawaii's entrance as a full partner with all the rights of a state of the United States on August 21, 1959. Some local political leaders have said that the celebration in Hawai'i has become too controversial, and that it might now be perceived as "culturally insensitive" by some Native Hawaiian leaders. Small Business Hawaii (SBH) and its president, State Senator Sam Slom, disagree, and have now stepped forward to organize a celebration of the 47th anniversary of Hawaii's statehood, on Friday, August 18, 10-11 am, at Iolani Palace. The event will also honor America's men and women in the armed forces. During the 2006 Legislative Session, Slom (R-Hawaii Kai-DiamondHead) introduced a Resolution to eliminate Statehood Day as a paid government holiday because, "the government doesn't seem to want to recognize it," he said. The Resolution never got a public hearing. Now Slom, and SBH, decided they would take the lead and sponsor a public celebration of statehood in Hawai'i for those who want to recognize and celebrate the day. The government has remained silent but Slom believes it is appropriate for private citizens to lead the event which he hopes will invigorate the day and holiday. Slom said, "It is not a political statement but one of historical reality that used to be fun." The public is invited to the brief celebration, Friday, August 18, from 10-11 am, in front of historic Iolani Palace in downtown Honolulu. The event is being planned as a joyful recognition of being part of America, and honoring our American troops. Entertainers are welcome. Those wishing to take part are encouraged to wear red, white and blue, bring an American Flag, their family and friends, and enjoy the benefits of freedom! For details, contact SBH at 808 - 396-1724, or Slom, 808 - 349-5438.
Organizers of Hawaii's 47th Statehood Day Celebration have announced that the celebrated Kalani High School Marching Band, and patriotic soloist, Tom Yamaguchi, will highlight the musical entertainment at this Friday's event, August 18, 10 -11 am, at Iolani Palace. The event recognizes Hawaii's entrance into the United States as a state, August 21, 1959. Small Business Hawaii (SBH) and its president, State Senator Sam Slom have stepped forward to organize a celebration of Hawaii's statehood after years of non-celebration. The event is free and open to the public; it will also honor America's men and women in the armed forces. The event is being planned as a joyful recognition of being part of America, and honoring our American troops. Other entertainers are welcome. Those wishing to attend are encouraged to wear red, white and blue, bring an American Flag, their family and friends, and enjoy the benefits of freedom! For details, contact SBH at 808 - 396-1724, or Slom, 808 - 349-5438.
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