Big Brothers Big Sisters of Honolulu is seeking children and volunteer adult mentors.

The pairs take part in cultural, recreational and educational activities, such as excursions to the beach, hiking Diamond Head, viewing new exhibits at the aquariumn and paddling to the Mokulua islets.

"It is our wish this holiday season to give as many keiki as possible the gift of friendship," said Dennis Brown, the organization's president, in a statement (Brown was the first recipient of a mentor as a child as part of the program here). "There is no better gift that a person can give this holiday season."

Information: Rodney Hee, 521-3811, ext. 228, rhee@bigshonolulu.org. or www.bighonolulu.org.

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