The painstaking return of native plants to the 1,769-acre Mokio Preserve
The trust’s goal is to restore every inch of Mokio Preserve with the native species that once thrived there. Read more
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Exhibit on Maui spotlights surfing history and art
“Surfing Hawai‘i,” at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Schaefer International Gallery, provides a fascinating overview of the sport that has become synonymous with the Aloha State. Read more
Hawaii’s Backyard: Celebrating ‘The Gifts We Bring’
The leather briefcase is worn and stained. Its screws and hinges are tarnished. The key to its locks was lost long ago. Dating back well over 70 years, it looks at first glance like something destined for the trash bin. Read more
Walking tour through Waikiki aims to renew authentic cultural traditions
The significance of songwriter and recording artist Ku‘uipo Kumukahi’s Waikiki tour begins with its name: E Ho‘ala E, which means “revive, renew, restore.” Read more
Hawaii’s Backyard: Hawaiian arts flourish at Pa‘akai Marketplace
Instructors are Native Hawaiian artists and cultural practitioners, the majority of whom are involved with the Pa‘i Foundation’s MAMo. Read more
Makahiki Challenge: Have fun, push your limits, get lepo (dirty)!
Are you up for climbing over walls that are at least twice as tall as you are? How about carrying weights up hills, crawling under nets and walking on a teetering wooden plank akin to an oversized seesaw? Sound fun? Sound exciting? Read more
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Hawaii’s Backyard: Molokai tour spotlights the amazing macadamia
Mac’s the nut of choice for a Molokai farmer who’s not in it for the money. Read more
Artists host annual tour and art sale in Volcano Village
Now that Kilauea is quiet again and life has returned to normal, the artists are looking forward to hosting their 32nd annual Art Studio Tour & Sale Thanksgiving weekend. Read more
Twilight Tour on Kauai showcases nature’s nightlife
Once a month, as darkness falls, the National Tropical Botanical Garden sheds light on the wonders in its Allerton and McBryde gardens. Read more
Hawaii’s Backyard: Walk reveals the charm of historic Waikiki homes
Kokee Lodge gets set for the Grand Old Time Gathering music festival
This year’s event has been expanded to three days and three venues at Kokee State Park. Read more
Hawaii’s Backyard: Art contest spotlights native species of Hawaii Nei
The Hawaii Nei exhibit showcases many fascinating and unique treasures as well as the growing community of conservationists who are dedicated to studying and protecting them. Read more
Kauai food festival also sates the soul as a benefit for culinary arts students
Eat, drink, be merry and support culinary arts students at Poipu Food & Wine Festival. Read more
Emma Farden Sharpe Hula Festival honors beloved namesake
A beloved ambassador of hula and the Hawaiian culture, “Auntie Emma,” as she became known, served on the first board of the Napili Kai Foundation, a nonprofit organization that offers free Hawaiian cultural programs for Maui keiki aged 6 through 17, including a weekly hula show. Read more
Nature shines during National Wildlife Refuge Week celebrations
Hawaii has 10 national wildlife refuges, including the James Campbell National Wildlife Refuge on Oahu, Kealia Pond National Wildlife Refuge on Maui and the Kauai National Wildlife Refuge Complex. Here’s a wrap of activities at those three locations. Read more
Museum harks back to West Maui’s plantation days
Patsy Afuso, 94, is in step with the beat of life
At 94, Patsy Afuso moves with the ease and confidence of someone decades younger. She is the oldest performing member of the Paranku Club of Hawaii, which performs at senior centers, nursing homes and cultural festivals on Oahu. Read more
Hawaii’s Backyard: Food, fun and film at the Ko Olina Children’s Festival
It’s called the Ko Olina Children’s Festival, but in actuality it’s an afternoon and evening of movies, activities, musical entertainment and more the whole ohana will enjoy. Read more
Hawaii’s Backyard: Lili‘uokalani’s home remains a queenly residence
Washington Place provides rare glimpses into the life of Queen Lili‘uokalani, Hawaii’s last reigning monarch. Read more
8 great things to do on Hawaii island for free
Been thinking about a Hawaii island getaway? Do it! Read more
Opa! Festival provides a heady dose of Greek culture
The Greek Festival started as a fundraiser for Honolulu’s first Greek Orthodox church. Thirty-seven years later, the event is one of Hawaii’s largest ethnic celebrations. Read more
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