Celebrate Black History Month at HoMA’s 2019 African-American Film Festival
The Honolulu African-American Film Festival, Feb. 16 to 20 this year, gives you a chance to see movies never released widely in Hawai‘i. Here’s how it got started.
Jayna Omaye
35th Hale ‘Aina Awards: A Culinary Legend’s Legacy
The culinary community mourns Conrad Nonaka’s death with a heavy heart and a steady eye to the future.
Quote Unquote: Meet the Hawai‘i Youth Symphony’s New Music Director
After a competitive nationwide search last year, New York native John Devlin, 33, was selected as the Hawai‘i Youth Symphony’s music director from a pool of more than 80 candidates.
Best of the Fests: O‘ahu’s 21 Annual Ethnic Festivals
Stuff your face with authentic food while soaking in the cultures of the Islands. From hula and Chinese lion dances to taiko and opera, this list of 21 ethnic festivals on O‘ahu won’t disappoint.
How 5 Popular Ethnic Festivals in Honolulu Adapt While Keeping Traditions Alive
Hurricane threats, new fees and money troubles have suddenly forced some of Honolulu’s decades-old ethnic festivals to pivot and change course in the past few years.
A Walk in the Park? Why So Many Major Events Are Leaving Kapi‘olani Regional Park
Kapi‘olani Regional Park is somewhat of an anomaly: It is managed by the city but governed by a trust.
Inside Honolulu: Drumming Up Inspiration
A work assignment inspired me to reconnect with my Japanese heritage.
Quote Unquote: This U.S.P.S. Veteran Wants You to Stop Mailing Lava Rocks
Tony Bacalso is one of the longest-serving parcel post machine operators at the airport post office, processing and sorting hundreds of packages that make their way to his station every day.
Insider’s Guide to Honolulu Museums
46 cool things to try at O‘ahu’s museums.
Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum Lets You Climb Into Cockpits
Besides model aircraft and exhibits that depict Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor, coast through the skies, dogfight in the air and land on the deck of an aircraft carrier in the museum’s combat flight simulator.
O‘ahu Museums Ideas: Dance in Front of Homes at Hawai‘i’s Plantation Village
The village is home to 25 structures that depict what life was like for the ethnic groups that lived and worked on Hawai‘i’s plantations.
From Our Files: Moments from Hawai‘i’s History – November Edition
A look back at Honolulu from 1948 to 2003. Stories taken from the archives of the Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.
HONOLULU Staff Favorites: Movies and TV Specials to Stream Online This Christmas
Holiday movies and shows to binge-watch this Christmas.
HONOLULU Staff Favorites: 14 Christmas Songs That Put Us in the Holiday Spirit
Have yourself a merry little playlist.
From Our Files: Moments from Hawai‘i’s History – December Edition
A look back at Honolulu from 1948 to 2003. Stories taken from the archives of the Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.
10 Non-Christmas Things to Do This December in Honolulu
Rock out at a concert, run a marathon, cheer on veterans and more.
6 Ways to Help Serve Meals to Those in Need This Holiday Season on O‘ahu
In the spirit of giving, lend a (much-needed) helping hand.
6 Walking Tours That Explore O‘ahu’s Rich History and Culture
Feel like a tourist in your own city by learning about O‘ahu’s historic neighborhoods.
Your Ultimate Guide to the 2018 Greek Festival
Opa! The 37th annual celebration of Greek culture, food and music returns to McCoy Pavilion at Ala Moana Beach Park from noon to 9 p.m. on Oct. 27 and 28.
4 Ways to Spook Up Your Halloween Exercise Routine in Honolulu
From a mermaid-themed aquatics class, Richard Simmons look-alikes and frightening dance moves to your favorite scary songs, these Halloween workouts won’t disappoint.
Your Ultimate Guide to the 2018 Festa Italiana in Honolulu
Eat, drink and immerse yourself in Italian culture at Festa Italiana, the only event of its kind in Hawai‘i, on Oct. 6.
Are You One of the 114 Cited for Crossing the Street While Looking at a Mobile Device?
One year after it became illegal to look at your phone in a crosswalk, we check on Honolulu’s “cell phone law” and other mobile device-related legislation.
What You Need to Know About the 5 Hurricane Category Rankings
Each Category comes with its own potential damage and forecasted sustained winds.
Here’s How Hawai‘i Schools Are Encouraging Students to Follow Their Passions
Molding kids into well-rounded students no longer means just checking a list of activities. Educators are encouraging students to follow their passions for nature, volunteering, music and more, resulting in more meaningful and creative learning.
