Hawaiian Ukulele Goes Mainstream
For years, the ukulele was seen as a novelty outside the Islands. These days, though, a new crop of Mainland rockers and hipsters are getting serious about Hawaii’s favorite instrument.
Arts & Entertainment
Exploring Kahuku
Too often, the trip from Honolulu to Kahuku is a well-beaten path from downtown to the comforts of a single resort.
Professional Mermaid in Hawaii
Sea Change: Kariel dreamed of being a mermaid as a child; these days she can can dive to depths of 50 feet and go without air for three minutes.
Things to Do in August in Hawaii
Enjoy the Bard, grab a cup of Hawaii-grown Joe and paddle in honor of the Duke.
CD Review: Ekolu
Music review of Ekolu.
Brian Keaulana: Hollywood Waterman
Diving Into Action: Not just a waterman, Brian Keaulana designs action scenes for Hollywood.
Love Festival Under the Stars
An annual music celebration draws fans from around the world.
From Our Files
July archives
Field Guide: Go Outside and Play
When you’re working out with a group of people, in a beautiful place, you might have so much fun that you forget you’re exercising.
Artist Kupihea Romero
Strong Work: Artist Kupihea Romero stands with his pair of sculptures entitled “Kino Waa,” currently on display at the Honolulu Academy of Arts.
Solar Powered Beer
Light, Beer: Kona Brewing Co. reaps savings—and makes a good brew—using solar power.
Bear-ing Witness
A giant, stuffed panda peers out over Nimitz Highway.
Field Guide: Be Our Guest
Tired of showing visitors the same old tourist destinations? Try these alternatives to freshen things up.
Real Stories About Waves, Rice and Big Happiness
The Real Stories: Three new books take a deeper look at familiar subjects.
Espresso Yourself at Glazer's Coffee
If Carly Simon had frequented Glazer’s Coffee on South King Street, she might have sung about flowers in her coffee instead of clouds.
From Our Files
June archives
Things to Do in June in Hawaii
From kids’ piano competitions and theater performances to wine festivals and steak-cooking classes, June offers hands-on activities for everyone.
Afterthoughts: Food for the Eye
What do you do with a collection that is goofy and useless? Curate it and call it a day.
Honolulu Firefighters Cook Up a Mean Spread
When they’re not extinguishing fires and saving lives, the Honolulu Fire Department is cooking up a mean spread.
The Secret Life of Storage Units in Honolulu
They may look like static warehouses on the outside but inside, Honolulu's self-storage units are bustling with hidden lives.
Look Good Feel Better Program
The Look Good … Feel Better program gives women with cancer the skills to reclaim their self-confidence.
Borders Closes Four Stores
The book giant closes four stores in the Islands, affecting local publishers.
Iolani Palace: New Room Opens
Iolani Palace restores the colors of the past in the newly renovated music room.
New Fitness Center: Yoga, Nia and Pilates
The Still & Moving Center has Nia classes seven days a week—as well as other forms of moving meditation such as yoga, Pilates and aikido.
