Female boardriders talk story at Surf Film Fest
“Sliding into the Light” is one of eight shorts by filmmakers from all over the world being shown together at the Honolulu Surf Film Festival. Read more
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Outrigger seeks new stars in ninth annual talent search
Outrigger Resorts has launched its ninth annual Kani Ka Pila Grille Talent Search to discover new talent in traditional and contemporary Hawaiian music. Read more
Classic cars to cruise at Windward Mall
Show off your classic cruiser at Windward Mall as the East End Hot Rods car club returns for another Cruise Night in Kaneohe. Read more
Island animals help keiki learn in Hawaii books
“Ocean Friends 1-2-3” by Kevin Teruya and “Nap Time By the Sea” by Ellie Crowe are two new options for young readers. Read more
Hawaii island jewelry designer earns Amazon spotlight
Big Island jewelry designer Marcia Ricchiuti’s Kahili Creations are among brands being highlighted during this year’s Amazon Prime Day. Read more
Friends of the Library of Hawaii book sale returns
More than 15,000 people are expected to peruse — and purchase — over 150,000 books and other forms of media during the 70th annual Friends of the Library of Hawaii Book Sale. Read more
NOAA seeks monk seal calendar entries
In celebration of 2017 as Year of the Monk Seal, NOAA Fisheries is promoting responsible wildlife viewing with its inaugural photo contest. Read more
Scissors star offers custom-cut silhouettes
Master scissors artist Karl Johnson of Cut Arts Inc. is returning to Hawaii to offer hand-cut, original portraits. Read more
Crew training class meant for aspiring voyagers
Honolulu Community College and the Polynesian Voyaging Society are offering “Level I Basic Crew Member Training” for those wishing to gain more knowledge of wayfaring. Read more
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Kahala shoppers can get free tote
Kahala Mall is offering a limited-edition, recycled-cotton “Summer Wave” tote with purchase, designed by Nicole Ferrara of Nico Made. Read more
Prince Lot Hula Festival moving to Iolani Palace
The Prince Lot Hula Festival is moving from its longtime home at Moanalua Gardens to Iolani Palace next month. Read more
Study finds nonprofit arts, culture stoke economy
Although not traditionally viewed as a big moneymaker, the nonprofit arts and culture industry substantially benefits society’s bottom line, according to a five-year economic impact study by a national arts advocacy group. Read more
Display fidget spinner skills at Pearlridge contest
Razor Concepts and Razor Sports hosts “A Quest for the Best Spinner” next weekend at Pearlridge Center. Read more
Urban Garden Tour offers peek at Manoa home plots
Learn about growing fresh vegetables in your backyard and how to raise chickens, honeybees and tilapia in small spaces during the Urban Garden Tour, sponsored by Malama Manoa. Read more
Become master of suspense via Hitchcock class
Turner Classic Movies and Ball State University will offer a free, flexible online course on murder most foul as seen by director Alfred Hitchcock. Read more
Britton honored on first night of 2017 Maui Film Fest
Connie Britton (“Nashville,” “Friday Night Lights”) was honored with the Maui Film Festival’s Navigator Award “for carving a path of distinction through theturbulent waters of the entertainment industry.” Read more
Isle writers promote Massie-Kahahawai book
The writing team known as the renshi poets will promote their book of linked verse about the notorious 1930s Massie-Kahahawai murder case at three events on Oahu. Read more
Maui Film Festival to honor Hollywood actors
Actors Connie Britton, Pierce Brosnan, Karen Gillan and Freida Pinto will be honored at this year’s Maui Film Festival. Read more
Drone helps discover rare plant on Kauai
The discovery of a critically endangered plant growing along the vertical cliff face of Mauna Pulou on Kauai is being called a “game changer” for field botanists. Read more
Crazy Shirts celebrates Adopt-a-Cat month with new designs
June is Adopt-a-Cat month, and Crazy Shirts is marking the occasion with limited-release T-shirt designs celebrating cat lovers and their feline friends. Read more
Support art museum and get special gift
A portfolio of limited-edition prints is being offered as a gift to members of the Friends of the Hawai‘i State Art Museum joining at the $500 level. Read more
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