Author: Photos: Kelli Bullock

Pet owners brought their pets to the Hawaii Pet Expo & Puppy Match at the Neal Blaisdell Center and Exhibition Hall on May 10.

On May 1, ring master Thomas Sorensen presented the Hawaii launch of Kartell and Cobra Art Company at INspiration in the Honolulu Design Center. Kartell is Italy's design manufacturer of contemporary plastic furniture.

On April 27, the Honolulu 5K for Kids started at South Beretania Street and finished at South King Street. The event helps to provide additional funding for Hawaii public and private school fitness programs.

Lani-Kailua Outdoor Circle's held the 22nd annual "I Love Kailua" party at the center of Kailua on April 13. The party featured food from Kailua's best restaurants, live entertainment, arts, crafts, plants, and more.

The Muscular Dystrophy Association of Hawaii's annual fundraiser, MDA Spring Soiree was held at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel on April 12. The event featured a silent auction and culinary delights to help raise money for the nonprofit organization.

On April 5 and 6, the Hawaiian Scottish Association held its annual Hawaiian Scottish Festival and Highland Games at Ala Moana Beach Park to celebrate the history and tradition of the Scots.

On March 23, Hawaii Spartan Race participants gathered at Aloha Stadium to compete in a tough 3-mile obstacle course.

On March 23, Hawaii Spartan Race participants gathered at Aloha Stadium to compete in a tough 3-mile obstacle course.

The 20th Honolulu Festival concluded with the grand parade on March 9. The parade started on Saratoga Road and ended along Kalakaua Avenue in Waikiki.

On March 8, runners participated in the traditional Japanese relay race, Honolulu Rainbow Ekiden in Waikiki.

The Life Foundation hosted its annual benefit, Red Dress Ball on March 1, 2014 at the Neal Blaisdell. The fashion event included designs by celebrity designers Ari South and Couture Creations by Calvi.

On Feb. 17 (Presidents' Day), thousands of walkers and runners participated in the Great Aloha Run from Aloha Tower to Aloha Stadium.

On Feb. 8, Marine Corps Base Hawaii Kaneohe Bay's 2014 Swamp Romp participants raced through mud and dirt. Individuals and teams competed in the 3.5-mile run through the Nuupia ponds, Fort Hase Beach and challenging obstacles.

On Feb. 8, Marine Corps Base Hawaii Kaneohe Bay's 2014 Swamp Romp participants raced through mud and dirt. Individuals and teams competed in the 3.5-mile run through the Nuupia ponds, Fort Hase Beach and challenging obstacles.

On Jan. 28, attendees to the Bombay Sapphire World Bazaar tasted cocktails from around the world.

On Jan. 24, the Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii NFL Youth Education Town Center - Nanakuli Clubhouse hosted a luncheon fundraiser for at-risk youth. NFL Pro Bowl cheerleaders, mascots and Chicago Bears football player Matt Forte attended the event at the Paradise Cove Ocean Garden in Ko Olina.

On Jan. 23, the monthly art and flea market, Art & Flea relaunched at a new location on 449 Cooke St.

On Jan. 15, the Hawaii State Legislature convened for the 2014 legislative session opening day ceremony. I am Haloa members and other Native Hawaiian organizations gathered outside the chamber for poi pounding demonstrations.

On Jan. 4, The Ugly Sweater Run featured participants wearing ugly sweaters to the 5K run. Participants also donated new toys to the local Toys For Tots chapter.

More than 60 vendors sold art, vintage goods and other items at the Art and Flea's Rogue Christmas event in Honolulu, Hawaii. The event featured an Ugly Holiday Sweater contest.

On Dec. 15, Pinch of Salt for the Holidays featured pop-up shops, food vendors and DIY workshops.

On Dec. 14, Prevent Child Abuse Hawaii hosted its 27th annual Brunch with Santa at the Japanese Cultural Center.

On Dec. 6, Hawaii Life Foundation hosted its 30th Anniversary Awards Gala at the Sheraton Waikiki.

On Dec. 12, the Best Lawyers in Hawaii were recognized at our special event.

The Manifest Man Challenge's The Last Itch is a facial hair fundraiser where men grow their beard in the month of November to raise money to fight cancer.

More than 20 Hawaii restaurants teamed up for the Chefs for Hope, a fundraiser for Typhoon Haiyan relief efforts. Restaurants participating included Roy's, Chef Chai, Alan Wong's, Michel's, Morimoto's Waikiki, 12th Ave Grill, Side Street Inn, Hoku's and Vintage Cave.

On Nov. 24, 2013, more than 2,000 runners gathered at Kualoa Ranch for this year's XTERRA Trail Run World Championship.

On November 23, 2013, Pinch of Salt combined unique pop-up shops, top local designers, DIY holiday workshops, food and family friendly activities.

On Nov. 21, M Nightclub hosted a benefit pau hana for families affected by Typhoon Haiyan, which smashed the Philippines and killed more than 5,000 people.

On Saturday, Nov. 16, Nordstrom Hawaii's Fall Beauty Trend Show highlighted the latest trends in makeup, skincare and fragrance.

Each year, HONOLULU Magazine readers vote for their favorite restaurants in the Islands. Categories include Best New Restaurant, Best Service, Best Place to Take Visitors, Best Wine Program and many more. The winning restaurants were announced at a gala reception held Nov. 10 at the Royal Hawaiian's Monarch Ballroom. See our upcoming January 2014 issue for more on the Hale Aina Awards. See the list of winners.

On Oct. 2, 2013, local designers showcased their work at Hawaii Fashion Month's OUTFIT trade show. The event also featured a fashion show styled by HONOLULU's fashion editors.

On October 1, 2013, Hawaii Fashion Month kicked off with a red carpet event featuring Hawaii designers styled by Summer Shiigi and a fashion show by Akihiko Izukura, styled by Feliz Salas.

The Life Foundation held its Par-Tee Charity Golf Tournament on Sept. 30 at Kapolei Golf Course.

Thousands gathered in Waikiki to greet the Hawaii Five-0 stars and catch a preview of Season 4's first episode and a free Jonas Brothers concert.

The Hawaii Restaurant Association Hall of Fame recognized people who made significant contributions to Hawaii's restaurant industry.

The Equality Hawaii Foundation held its annual fundraiser Equality Gala at the Aloha Tower on Saturday, Sept. 21. The evening featured an appearance from Glee star Matthew Morrison.

The Hawaii Food & Wine Festival's signature event Taste Our Love for the Land showcased dishes using local ingredients and "farm to table" cooking practices. The event featured 20 celebrity chefs, three master sommeliers, 12 winemakers and five mixologists.

The Huffington Post launched HuffPost Hawaii in partnership with Honolulu Civil Beat on Sept. 4. The Huffington Post's founder Arianna Huffington moderated a panel discussion called The Third Metric about "redefining success beyond money and power."

Christian Self, Timo Lee and Phil Manzanera celebrated the grand opening of their new cocktail bar, Bevy at 661 Auahi St. in Kakaako.

The monthly art and flea market, Art and Flea featured more 60 late-night vendors at Fresh Cafe in Honolulu, Hawaii.

On Saturday, Aug. 17, thousands participated in the obstacle racing challenge Hawaii Spartan Race at Kualoa Ranch.

From Aug. 2-4, the Pacific Ink and Art Expo showcased the work of tattoo artists from Hawaii and around the world at the Neal Blaisdell Expo Hall.

The Honolulu Museum of Art fundraiser August Moon featured small plates from restaurants, and wines from more than 20 Hawaii, northern California, Oregon and Australia winemakers. Proceeds from the event supports the museum’s art education programs.

The monthly art and flea market, Art and Flea celebrated its 3-year anniversary on July 25, 2013.

Bow Wow Meow, a pop-up event for pet owners and lovers, was held Saturday, June 29 at Fishcake in Kakaako.

Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties hosted a company-wide town hall meeting at the Japanese Cultural Center on Friday, June 28.

More than 60 vendors sold art, vintage goods and other items at the Art and Flea's Wild Wild West event on June 27.

Microsoft opened its 39th store at the Ala Moana Center.

The 4th annual Honolulu Rainbow Film Festival's red carpet event featured VIP actors and filmmakers in attendance.