31 Iulai 2025
Just a heads up: the last day to order lū‘au tickets for our upcoming 2025 Nā‘ehu-Saffery ‘Ohana reunion is THIS FRIDAY, August 1st. Be sure to get your orders in ASAP!
The 2025 Nā‘ehu-Saffery ‘Ohana Reunion will be held on August 30th in Hau‘ula, O‘ahu. Registration packets are due by August 1st.
Shirt orders have been placed, and will be here soon! Our t-shirt distribution date is Saturday, August 16th from 10a - 12p at Webling Elementary School. We will also be mailing out shirts to those who requested shipping that day.
Missed out on the first batch and still want to order shirts? Send us your t-shirt order forms, and we’ll put you on the waitlist to be notified if/when we do a second round!
THE COUNTDOWN OFFICIALLY BEGINS! STAY TUNED FOR A SPECIAL EMAIL/ANNOUNCEMENT WITH INSTRUCTIONS ABOUT HOW TO BEST PREPARE FOR OUR UPCOMING 2025 REUNION.
12 Iune 2025
We’re creating a special video reel for the Nā‘ehu-Saffery ‘Ohana Association, and we’d love for YOU to be a part of it! The goal of the reel is to encourage all of our loved ones to register and attend for the upcoming 2025 Reunion on August 30th—and we want it to feature as many of our family’s beautiful faces as possible, from keiki to kūpuna!
Here’s what we need from you:
submit a short video of yourself and/or your family members simply saying, “I’M A SAFFERY” or “WE ARE SAFFERYS”
That’s it! It’s just a few seconds of your time, but it’ll go a long way in bringing our ‘ohana closer together. We will be sharing the compiled reel on our social media platforms and emails. Below are just a few examples of what we’re looking for.
Video submission deadline: Next Thursday, June 19th
How to submit: Please send your video to dlabanon@gmail.com; you can also text it to (808) 232-9869
Let’s show off our unity and pride, and get everyone excited about coming together for what’s sure to be another memorable reunion. Your video will help inspire others to register and join in on the celebration!
Mahalo for your aloha and participation—
Dayton Labanon, NSOA President & Genealogy Chair
4 Iune 2025
Just about TWO months until our 2025 reunion-- have you registered yet?!
Our next meeting is SATURDAY, June 21st at 10am HST
Potluck at Naomi Losch's hale in Kailua; BYO chair and a yummy dish to share!
Email us at safferyarchives@gmail.com for the address.
BTW-- STILL GET TIME TO ORDER SHIRTS!
13 Mei 2025
Just three months until our 2025 reunion— come check-in and see where you can help!
Our next meeting is THIS SATURDAY, May 17th at 10am HST
Potluck at Ronnie Ta‘amu’s hale in Nānākuli; BYO chair and a yummy dish to share!
Email us at safferyarchives@gmail.com for the address.
Some folks mentioned not being able to attend the reunion but still wanting to purchase shirts. If you will not be picking up your order at either the O‘ahu distribution event (currently scheduled for August 16th) or the reunion, please be sure to include a flat-rate shipping fee of $12 for 1-2 shirts and $22 for 3-5 shirts. If you’re planning on ordering more than 5 shirts, please email us so that we can ensure that the shipping fee is calculated accurately.
We also hope that the attached listing of accommodation options is a helpful starting point for our ‘ohana who will be visiting from the neighbor islands and outside of Hawai‘i.
2 Apelila 2025
The time is just flying by— let’s get together and ensure that this year’s reunion is one for the books!
Saturday, April 19th at 10am HST
Potluck at Uilani Akee’s hale in Waipahu; BYO beverage and a yummy dish to share!
Email us at safferyarchives@gmail.com for the address.
The 2025 Nā‘ehu-Saffery ‘Ohana Reunion will be held on August 30th in Hau‘ula, O‘ahu. Registration packets were mailed out on March 9th and are due by August 1st (t-shirt orders are due by June 30th).
You can download and/or print a copy of the registration form at tinyurl.com/NSOAReunion25. Do this if you're planning on MAILING IN (via snail-mail) your completed registration packet.
A PDF form-fillable version is available at tinyurl.com/NSOAReunion25FFRegPkt. Do this if you're planning on E-MAILING us your completed registration packet.
Folks had expressed interest in purchasing shirts although they wouldn't be able to attend the reunion. These orders will be subject to a flat-rate shipping fee. More information about this is forthcoming. Mahalo for your patience.
13 Malaki 2025
The 2025 Nā‘ehu-Saffery ‘Ohana Reunion will be held on August 30th in Hau‘ula, O‘ahu. Registration packets were mailed out on March 9th and are due by August 1st (t-shirt orders are due by June 30th). You can download and/or print a copy of the registration form at tinyurl.com/NSOAReunion25.
13 Malaki 2025
This is the announcement you folks’ve been waiting for; big tings is happening, gangy!
Come to this month’s meeting—
Saturday, March 15th at 10am HST
Potluck at the Labanon hale in Kāne‘ohe; BYO beverage and a yummy dish to share!
Email safferyarchives@gmail.com for the address.
5 Pepeluali 2025
Hūi! We need your help! Come see where you can pitch in on ‘ohana kine tings.
Saturday, February 15th at 10am HST
Potluck at Aunty Naomi Losch’s hale in Kailua; bring your own chair and a yummy dish to share!
Email safferyarchives@gmail.com for the address.
8 Nowemapa 2024
We're returning to in-person meetings to better prepare for our upcoming 2025 Reunion!
Come celebrate the new year with ‘ohana and help us put the pedal to the metal on our planning.
Saturday, January 18th at 10am HST.
Potluck at Aunty Naomi Losch's hale in Kailua; bring your own chair and a yummy dish to share!
Email safferyarchives@gmail.com for the address
4 Nowemapa 2024
2024 is coming to an end; we can hardly believe it!
Our last meeting of the year will be on zoom,
Monday, December 2nd at 5pm HST.
Meeting ID: 974 305 5721
Password: NoKaLahui
Don't miss it!
31 ‘Okakopa 2024
The clock is counting down fast as we approach our 2025 reunion--
Come talk story with us online as we prepare!
Monday, November 4th at 5pm HST on Zoom.
Meeting ID: 974 305 5721
Password: NoKaLahui
1 ‘Okakopa 2024
If you didn't already know, our 2025 ‘Ohana Reunion will be held on O‘ahu during Labor Day weekend.
We will need help with coordinating things like: parking and amenities, genealogy, activities, food, entertainment, and more.
Join us online for another ‘ohana meeting as we work together to help make this gathering an event to remember!
Monday, October 14th at 5pm HST on Zoom.
Meeting ID: 974 305 5721
Password: NoKaLahui
Mai! Mai! Come join us!
10 Iune 2024
E kolo ana no ke ēwe i ke ēwe-- of the same origin, kinfolk will seek and love each other. We're working on the next iteration of our ‘ohana genealogy book! Get your copy to double-check your family's information for accuracy, and start gathering updates for the next edition.
Regular price: $50
Member price: $40
Order your copy at: tinyurl.com/NSOAEbook24
10 Iune 2024
Did you know? Our 2025 ‘Ohana Reunion will be held on O‘ahu during Labor Day weekend. Join in on the planning and help us make it an event to remember!
Our next General Membership meeting will be held on Thursday, June 20th at 7pm HST on Zoom.
Looking forward to seeing you folks there!
10 Iune 2024
‘A‘ohe hana nui i ke alu ‘ia-- Many hands make light work. Sign up to volunteer for our upcoming 2025 reunion. Join in on the planning and help us make it an event to remember!
Sign up at tinyurl.com/NSOA25Volunteer
22 ‘Apelila 2024
Plans for the 2025 Reunion are really starting to amp up! Check out the minutes from this past Saturday's meeting for some updates. Highlights include: finalizing a space and dates for the reunion, outlining reunion committees, and digital genealogy book sales.
We also recognized that Saturday meetings are super difficult for many folks to attend. We'll be incorporating weekday zoom meetings in the hopes that more folks might be able to join in the reunion planning and ‘ohana fellowship. We hope to see you on Zoom at our next meeting on May 22nd at 7pm. :)
Zoom meeting ID: 974 305 5721 – password: NoKaLahui
12 ‘Apelila 2024
Join us for another General Membership Potluck to help plan our 2025 Reunion--
Happening: Saturday, April 20th at 10am at Nānākuli Library.
See you folks there!
6 Malaki 2024
Join us for another General Membership Potluck to help plan our 2025 Reunion--
Happening: Saturday, March 16th at 10am at Aunty Naomi Losch's hale in Kailua
Please email safferyarchives@gmail.com for the address. Bring a small potluck dish to share and a comfy chair to sit on.
See you folks there!
24 Ianuali 2024
Aloha mai kākou! We hope you can join us on Saturday, February 17th from 1:00pm - 3:00pm. Our Maui gathering is scheduled to be held at the Maui Nui Botanical Gardens in Wailuku. Please bring something comfy to noho on. We will be catering food for our ‘ohana on Maui; however, if you'd like to bring a dessert to share, that would be wonderful. To help us better prepare for the day and ensure we have enough food, please complete the RSVP at this link: https://tinyurl.com/NSOAMauiFeb24.
12 ‘Ianuali 2024
Hapenuia! We hope your holidays were joyous and full of aloha. On behalf of the NSOA, we’d like to invite you to join us for a potluck gathering on Saturday, January 20th at 11am. In addition to getting to know each other better and sharing a delicious meal, we’ll also be discussing the upcoming reunion. If you are unable to make it out to Kāne‘ohe, we hope you’ll join us via zoom. More information can be found on the meeting image below.
We look forward to seeing you folks there!
23 Malaki 2023
Please join us for a special gathering honoring our connection to the Nā‘ehu-Saffery ‘Ohana.
Saturday, April 22, 2023 • 10:00a-2:00p • Wailoa State Park, HIlo • Pavilion 1
byo chair & a potluck dish to share
19 Kēkēmapa 2022
Na: Lawrence Aki via NSOA facebook page:
"Aloha Molokai Naehu-Saffery Ohana. We are having our second Naehu-Saffery Ohana zoom meeting on January 12, 2023 at 6:30pm HST. The zoom link is [here] and you just need to click on it to attend.
We welcome all families around the globe who wants to be there as well for moral support.
The purpose of the meeting.
1. Come to know your Naehu-Saffery families on Molokai
2. Create the data base to announce upcoming events via Island activities or State wide activities by the Naehu-Saffery Association.
3. Create and schedule Molokai family zoom classes and presentations for those who want to share there (sic) ‘ike (knowledge)."
13 Kēkēmapa 2022
Mahalo for those who were able to make it to our final gathering of 2022!
In case you missed it:
NSOA is still looking for nominees to serve on the Executive Board; if you or someone you know would be willing to volunteer, please fill out the nomination form.
The Executive Board spent last week putting together membership mailouts to encourage ‘ohana members to join the Association. If you would like to join, you can fill out our online form here.
Click here to view the meeting minutes, and here for the zoom recording (password: K&9v+ptW).
We have a merchandise store! Check out our DesignByHumans storefront for select apparel, phone cases, art prints, drinkware, and stickers
You can keep an eye out for future announcements through facebook, email, and on our website.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. We look forward to connecting with you as a NSOA Member!
Happy holidays from the Nā‘ehu-Saffery ‘Ohana Association! We wish you all happiness, fortune, and good health in the new year and beyond.
6 Kēkēmapa 2022
Please join us this Saturday, December 10th from 11:00a - 2:00p at YWCA Kokokahi for another in-person get-together to discuss association happenings and other ‘ohana kine tings. :) If you would like to attend virtually, an email with the zoom link was sent to all NSOA subscribers. We look forward to seeing you soon!
14 Nowemapa 2022
Aloha,
Mahalo to all those who had a chance to make it out to this past weekend's Oahu mini-reunion despite the short notice and rainy weather. If you missed it, no worries! You can view a PDF of the meeting minutes or watch the zoom recording (PASSCODE: hg.@8K!8) at the attached links.
A couple of highlights:
-- NSOA is looking for nominees to serve on the Executive Board; if you or someone you know would be willing to volunteer, please fill out the nomination form. Nominations are due by December 3rd and will be announced at the next General Membership meeting on December 10th
-- Hawai‘i Island and Moloka‘i Island mini-reunions are in the works, and looking to get together in 2023; if you are interested in either of these events, please email us.
-- NSOA unveiled the new membership welcome packets for paid members; those will be mailed out starting in January 2023
-- We have a merchandise store! Check out our DesignByHumans storefront for select apparel, phone cases, art prints, drinkware, and stickers
-- The next in-person O‘ahu potluck is scheduled for Saturday, December 10th, 2022 from 11:00a - 2:00p HST at YWCA Kokokahi. A zoom option is available. Please RSVP if you will be attending.
Hope to see you folks there!
6 Nowemapa 2022
Aloha mai,
Mahalo for your folks' patience with the rescheduling of the O‘ahu Membership Tour meeting. We wanted to give you folks a heads up that the postponed meeting will be held at YWCA Kokokahi on Saturday, November 12th from 11-2p. Please email us by November 10th if you are still planning on coming so we can get a headcount for the space. We look forward to seeing you there!
Mahalo nui!
21 ‘Okakopa 2022
URGENT
Aloha nui,
Mahalo to the folks who registered to attend tomorrow (Saturday, October 22, 2022)'s previously-scheduled O‘ahu Membership Tour meeting at the YWCA Kokokahi. The meeting has been POSTPONED due to unforeseen circumstances. We apologize for any inconvenience this might have caused and appreciate your patience and understanding. A follow-up email/ post will be sent out as soon as an updated meeting date/ time/ location is decided on.
Mahalo nui!
17 ‘Okakopa 2022
Aloha e nā ‘ohana--
Just a friendly reminder to RSVP for the first stop of our in-person Mini-Reunion Tour, a Nā‘ehu-Saffery ‘Ohana membership event open to those interested in connecting with family, exploring and updating genealogy, and learning more about Association happenings.
THE EVENT IS THIS SATURDAY, October 22, 2022 from 11:00a-2:00p HST at YWCA Kokokahi. Virtual attendance is welcome-- you can let me know if you'll be joining us via Zoom at the bottom of the RSVP form.
SIDE NOTE: If you signed up for our emailing list, but haven't been receiving the emails, please check your spam/ junk folder.
Mahalo; see you folks there!
12 Kepakemapa 2022
Aloha!
Based on the results of our last survey sent in July, it was clear that most ‘ohana members were not yet ready for a large-scale reunion. We decided that the best way to build towards that goal is through first hosting a series of in-person "mini-reunions" for each island. The tour will begin on O‘ahu on October 22, 2022. The tentative date for the Big Island stop is November 12, 2022. An update will be sent when we have confirmation of a specific location and time. We realize that there are many ‘ohana members who reside outside of Hawai‘i, so there will also be a zoom option available as well. We want everyone to join!
‘Ohana members are encouraged to RSVP for the O‘ahu potluck gathering by completing this form.
Mahalo!
30 Iulai 2022
Aloha nui,
An email survey was sent out via our mailchimp server asking subscribers to indicate their interest in attending and/or serving on a committee for the upcoming 2024 Reunion on O‘ahu.
If you have not already, please fill out our survey HERE.
Your help is critical in making sure our reunion is enjoyable and memorable for all.
Mahalo!
5 Iune 2021
Aloha kākou! Just an FYI, an email was sent out via our mailchimp server inviting subscribers to become official NSOA members. If you have not signed up to receive our emails, and would like to do so, please fill out our mailchimp subcription form at: https://forms.gle/ji4DV8V6NL1qbp6m9
A copy of the 2021 membership drive email can be viewed via this link (the link to join as a member is located at the bottom of the membership drive email).
We look forward to you joining us as an OFFICIAL Nāʻehu-Saffery ʻOhana Association member!
16 Apelila 2021
Mahalo to all who registered to attend our next general membership meeting for tomorrow, April 17 at 4p via Zoom! Meeting minutes will be uploaded to this site after the meeting, and all meeting minutes can be viewed at this link.
If you weren't able to register in time for this meeting, and would like to be notified via email of upcoming events and meetings, please fill out our email subscription form here.
20 Malaki 2021
Webinar content to be covered:
-- overview of the Nāʻehu-Saffery genealogy book (how to navigate the text, how it's organized)
-- submitting information to be included in future editions of the genealogy book (editing and adding information, paperwork needed, what to submit, list of qualifications for submissions)
-- family group sheets, pedigree charts
What you need:
-- a working email address
-- a reliable internet connection and electronic device (smartphone, computer, tablet)
-- the Zoom meeting platform app downloaded to your electronic device
Register for the event at this link:
Registration closes on Friday, March 26 at 2pm.
20 Pepeluali 2021
Aloha kākou! We would like to get your feedback on the kinds of content you'd like to see as a member. Your responses will directly influence the kinds of virtual workshops that will be organized this year.
If there are topics that you are knowledgeable about and are willing to share with your extended ʻohana, indicate so on the form so that we can help you share your insights with those who are longing for that connection.
WHAT ARE YOU INTERESTED IN, AND WHAT CAN YOU OFFER?
You can answer the survey by clicking here.
21 Ianuali 2021
Aloha mai e nā ʻohana!
Mahalo to everyone who was able to join us last Saturday for the first general membership meeting of 2021. The meeting minutes can be accessed via this link.
It was so nice to see you folks and to still be able to connect, even if it was just virtually. For everyone who wasn't able to make it, we hope that you will join us for future meetings and activities, such as the online genealogy and gravesite workshops that we have planned for later on in the spring.
You can always check our website for announcements and important updates or let us know if you want to be added to our e-mail list, and we can send you notifications for upcoming events that way.
E mālama pono!
10 Ianuali 2021
Aloha kākou,
Happy new year! We hope that your first socially-distanced holiday season was still packed with the same aloha, laughter, and relaxation.
Although we had initially hoped that COVID-19 and the practices of social distancing would be a temporary adjustment, we quickly came to the realization that this is indeed our new normal. As such, we made the decision to cancel all in-person meetings and events until further notice, instead opting to use the Zoom online meeting platform to safely gather.
That being said, we invite all family members to join us for our first general membership meeting on January 16, 2021 at 4:00p HST. If you would like to attend, please send an email to safferywebsite@gmail.com so that we can email you the link to join. We hope to see you there!
Mālama pono,
Nāʻehu-Saffery ʻOhana Association
14 Malaki 2020
Aloha kākou,
As we temporarily adjust our lives to COVID-19 and the practices of social distancing, we thought it prudent to cancel our next meeting on Saturday, March 21, 2020.
We have much to learn about COVID-19, and one of the things we do know is that it attacks those who are more vulnerable, such as the elderly and those with compromised immune systems. We hold our kūpuna and their ʻike (knowledge) very dear to us. Out of an abundance of caution, we do not want to inadvertently and unknowingly risk exposing anyone to any kind of possible illness.
At the end of March, we will reassess to determine if we can meet in person for April.
We are all familiar with the phrase: "aloha kekahi i kekahi" (love one another). During this time, let's kōkua kekahi i kekahi (help one another) in the spirit of aloha.
We hope and pray that everyone stays healthy and safe.
Mālama pono,
Nāʻehu-Saffery ʻOhana Association
6 Malaki 2020
Aloha e kuʻu ʻohana,
It is with heavy hearts that the Nāʻehu-Saffery ʻOhana reunion will be postponed to 2021.
The decision to postpone to 2021 is due to the uncertainty of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and its impending spread globally. Locally in Honolulu, many scheduled public events and festivals have been cancelled and postponed.
We know this is sad news, but at this time our greatest concern is the safety and health of all of our ʻohana: locally, nationally, and internationally.
We are optimistic that waiting a year will remove uncertainty and limits of COVID-19. The new 2021 reunion date will be shared later when COVID-19's uncertainty is reduced.
Again we are so very sorry for the postponement, and appreciate your understanding and consideration.
Nāʻehu-Saffery ʻOhana Association
The next Nāʻehu-Saffery ʻOhana Association meeting will be tentatively held on:
APRIL 18, 2020 - 10:00am
Aunty Noe Losch will host at her hale.
If you need the address, please email: safferyohana@gmail.com
All are welcome. Please bring a potluck dish, a folding chair, and stories, pictures, or genealogy sources to share.
SATURDAY, MAY 16, 2020 - 10:00a
SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2020 - 10:00a
SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2020 - 10:00a
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2020 - 10:00a
REUNION DAY: POSTPONED TO 2021 -- DATE TBD
Aloha e nā ʻohana,
You are all cordially invited to become a member of the Nāʻehu-Saffery ʻOhana Association!
As most of you know, the Nāʻehu-Saffery ʻOhana Association has a three-pronged approach to our main goal, which is to connect us with our ancestors and with one another via,
1) genealogy resource(s),
2) active stewardship of the grave site of our kūpuna at ʻUlupalakua, Maui, and
3) family reunion(s).
This year, we hope to connect with at least 300 families (and grow our membership by as much) before the end of May 2020.
Please click the following link to access our ʻohana membership form to help us reach that goal: http://bit.ly/ohanamembership20
If you prefer a hard copy of the membership form, please do not hesitate to email us at: safferyarchives@gmail.com
Post update: Apr 2, 2025 12:13:02 PM