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Item Description

This item is a beautiful platter created from eucalyptus wood by local craftsman Mark Hubbard. There are more than 700 species of Eucalypts and almost all are from Australia. These trees were introduced into Kauai for reforestation purposes and to make ties for the plantation railroads: the tree tunnel on the way to Koloa is composed of eucalypts. The wood for this particular piece was collected in the Lawai ahupua'a (land division in which LIC is located) and exhibits a beautiful yet subtle light/dark pattern in the relatively dark wood.

The platter can be used decoratively or as a functional piece and it measures 14.5" x 6.25" with a 1" height. This fine piece of craftsmanship is part of Mark Hubbard's treasured private collection and he is sharing it with the auction in the hope that it will support the Center into the future for all people.

 A consultant in the field of Human Resources with 30 years experience and 10 years experience in property management, real estate sales and leasing, Mark has worked for the U.S. Navy, Amfac Sugar-Hawai`i, and Grove Farm Company, Inc. Mark earned a BA in biology from Stanford University and a MBA from U.H. Mark volunteers with many nonprofit organizations and community groups such as Rotary Club, Hale `Opio, Leadership Kaua`i, Kaua`i Community College, Puako Homeowners' Association, Blood Bank of Hawai`i, Lawai International Center, Kaua`i Hospice, Friends of the Children's Advocacy Center of Kaua`i, as well as Kaua`i Planning & Action Alliance.

Mark's commitment to Lawai International Center is beyond words. He is a precious gift to humanity through his humbleness and overwhelming act of kindness. Every week for 20 years, Mark has quietly maintained the 32-acre property of the Center, from pulling weeds, mowing and clearing the overgrown forest. He is the only one who knows every inch of the property. During the creation of the Hall of Compassion, from sunrise to sunset, Mark worked side by side with the masters from Asia everyday. Lawai International Center is possible because of his presence of being...his heart and soul are immersed into every aspect of the Center.

Item Special Note

Pick Up and Shipping Information

Local pick up is available at our Lihue office at 3343 Kanakolu St, Lihue HI
Dates and times:
Wednesday, November 13, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Friday, November 15, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Saturday, November 16, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Shipping is available anywhere in the world.
Winners are responsible for their shipping costs. Shipping information will be collected after the auction closes.

We guarantee that you will be totally satisfied by the love from the volunteers and generosity of the donors in creating this auction.

For more information email info@lawaicenter.org