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Government agencies weigh future for Kalaupapa settlement
The future of an isolated peninsula where thousands of patients with leprosy, now known as Hansen’s disease, were sent to live in isolation from the rest of the world, is in development. Its last patients are now between 83 and 100 years old.
Katie HellandJanuary 31, 2025
You know you want a pet plant ...
Residents of Hawai‘i can adopt ʻihi, koʻokoʻolau and native hibiscuses at locations across the state in February. The Native Hawaiian plants are free for local families.
Katie HellandJanuary 30, 2025
Play (pickle)ball!
Pickles at Forté is the first indoor pickleball and social club in Downtown Honolulu. It's located at 1032 Fort Street Mall in a space formerly occupied by Walmart that has been vacant since the retailer closed that location in early 2023.
Stephanie SalmonsJanuary 29, 2025
How do you feel about chopsticks?
Aspiring playwrights, Kumu Kahua Theatre is looking for individuals to write up to 10 pages about someone’s first experience with chopsticks, which can “end with either success or failure,” according to the prompt.
Katie HellandJanuary 28, 2025
Year of the snake promises “change”
The year of the snake will bring change, which can include new jobs and travel, according to this Feng Shui expert, who consults with individuals at Feng Shui Arts & Gifts in Chinatown.
Katie HellandJanuary 27, 2025
Library exhibit commemorates Kalaupapa Month
This university professor from the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo is helping students learn about the history of Kalaupapa Peninsula, where about 8,000 people with Hansen’s disease were sent to isolate from the rest of the world.
Katie HellandJanuary 25, 2025
How a book changed Donna Blanchard’s career
While on vacation, she read a book that changed the trajectory of her career. Today, she is the managing director of Kumu Kahua Theatre.
Katie HellandJanuary 24, 2025
Sssslide into the Year of the Snake with this weekend’s festivities
Chinatown 808’s popular Chinatown Festival & Parade is this weekend
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 22, 2025
7 ways to celebrate Lunar New Year in Waikīkī
Lion dances, calligraphy and stars are just some of the attractions for celebrations for the Year of the Snake! International Market Place and Royal Hawaiian Center are some of the groups hosting celebrations.
Katie HellandJanuary 22, 2025
UH-Hilo professor helps perpetuate the Hawaiian language
Growing up, Larry Kimura heard Hawaiian spoken at home but didn't have a chance to really learn the language until boarding as a student at Kamehameha Schools. In the decades since, he has worked to save the language, doing everything from recording then-rare native speakers in the ‘70s to now naming astronomical discoveries made by Hawaii's telescopes.
Stephanie SalmonsJanuary 20, 2025
Local radio station brings back music festival after hiatus
The 28th annual KWXX Hoolaulea will take place in Hilo on Jan. 18, after a hiatus due to permit issues.
Katie HellandJanuary 18, 2025
Highlights from Friday’s gathering at Iolani Palace
The Jan. 17 Onipaa Peace March in Honolulu was organized by nonprofit Mutual Aid Ka Lahui and included commemoration, live entertainment and educational booths.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosJanuary 18, 2025
Hawaii-based nonprofit donates $1.5 million to arts, culture
Hawaii Community Foundation is giving funds to nonprofits across the state to help make arts and culture accessible to local families.
Katie HellandJanuary 17, 2025
It really is “black and white” for these movies
This movie theater company with locations across Oahu is bringing classics back to the big screen in 2025.
Katie HellandJanuary 16, 2025
‘Singin’ in the Rain’ in Honolulu
This movie theater company with locations across Oahu is bringing musicals back to the big screen in 2025.
Katie HellandJanuary 16, 2025
Seven Samurai to storm Honolulu movie screens
Ben-Hur, Lawrence of Arabia and Seven Samurai are among the classics that Consolidated Theatres will screen in 2025.
Katie HellandJanuary 15, 2025
Cirque du Soleil's 'Auana: Behind the scenes of Waikiki's new show
Cirque du Soleil has a new show in the heart of Waikiki.
Katie HellandJanuary 15, 2025
“ 'Auana” through Cirque du Soleil’s new Waikīkī show
Meet the cultural creative producer behind Cirque du Soleil's new show in Waikīkī
Katie HellandJanuary 15, 2025
Meet this Waikiki fire dancer
The founder of Trial by Fire shares why artists of all kinds are welcome at its meet-ups and more details about an upcoming retreat.
Katie HellandJanuary 14, 2025
Bad Bunny sings of Hawaii, coqui frogs
The song "Lo que pasó a Hawaii," or "What Happened in Hawaii" is part of Bad Bunny’s new album “Debí Tirar Más Fotos."
Katie HellandJanuary 09, 2025
Hilo museum resorts to donations, volunteers to keep doors open
This museum located in a nearly 100-year-old building, designed by Charles William Dickey, is seeking money to bring back its staff members and re-imagine exhibits.
Katie HellandJanuary 07, 2025
Free and fun on Oahu: monthly activities for the family
Hokulea comes to Oahu! Visiting the voyaging canoe is one of many things your family can enjoy without spending much money.
Katie HellandDecember 31, 2024
Seven can't miss arts and culture events in January
From a songwriting festival to McKinley High's modern art legend, here are seven Oahu museum exhibits and cultural events you don't want to miss.
Katie HellandDecember 31, 2024
January headliners: 20 shows to kick off your 2025
Comedy acts and tributes to Frank Sinatra and Queen are among the 20 shows you don't want to miss in January
Katie HellandDecember 30, 2024