Don’t Miss This: Eddie Kamae Songbook Launch Party in Waikīkī
The six-hour songfest celebrates a free music resource. The new online/interactive songbook honors many of Sons of Hawai‘i founder and filmmaker Eddie Kamae’s favorites.
Local Culture
Spring Fashion Feature: Local Multicultural Model Amber Abara Is the Face of #StopAsianHate
Being on a billboard in New York’s Times Square is a huge honor, but being on a billboard in Times Square representing a movement close to your heart and home was beyond incredible for newbie model Amber Abara.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Dating Services for the “Swelling Population” of Singles in Hawai‘i
Here’s a look back at April 1985.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Connecting Through Culture at The Honolulu Museum of Art
Here’s a look back at 1947.
From Our Files The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: The Legends Who Made Honolulu
Here’s a look back at November 2005.
Revitalizing Communities with Streams and Sunlight
Local artist Kate Wadsworth illustration pays homage to the restoration of Indigenous systems that have existed for generations in Hawai‘i.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: The Best of Honolulu in 1997
Here’s a look back at March 1997.
Honolulu City Signs
Iconic signs serve as beacons of our community. But they can disappear in a blink.
Celebrate Mahina ‘Ōlelo Hawaiʻi by Helping Honolulu Fix Its Street Signs
The Mayor’s Office of Culture and the Arts launched its “Word on the Street” campaign to identify street signs that should be updated with proper Hawaiian spelling, in recognition of Hawaiian Language Month.
The History of Uluhaimalama, Queen Lili‘uokalani’s Garden
Created as a site of beauty, it helped soothe the queen through her imprisonment and even became a way to sneak in information; and was destroyed as a symbol of love for Hawai‘i’s last monarch.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Photographing “The First Hawaiians”
Here’s a look back at February 2012.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: The Funeral of Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole
Here’s a look back at February 1922.
What to Read in January 2022: 5 Ideas to Inspire You in the New Year
This month’s recommendations from our friends at Da Shop: Books + Curiosities provide tips, advice and motivation to start the Year of the Tiger strong.
2021 Sour Poi Awards: Looking Back at the Loathsome, Laughable and Loopy News
We take a look at the best of the worst news as we close the book on 2021.
Reader Poll: Which Restaurant Serves Your Favorite Oxtail Soup on O‘ahu?
Vote for your fave by midnight this Thursday and check back next week for the results!
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Hawai‘i’s First Drive-In Theater
We miss 'um, fo' reels! Here’s a look back through our archives from January 1982.
2021 Hale ‘Aina Award Winner: How to Build the Perfect Hawaiian Plate
For the ultimate comfort food, we turn to our Hale ‘Aina winners for Hawaiian dishes passed down through generations as well as some sweet spins on a classic favorite.
7 Hawai‘i Books to Give ’Em Something to Talk About this Holiday Season
Extraordinary times, Exceptional titles.
HONOLULU Holiday Gift Guide 2021: 5 Great Local Books to Give, Chosen by the Experts
We reached out to our friends at Da Shop: Books + Curiosities to ask for their recommendations of what to give this holiday season.
Afterthoughts: Hawai‘i’s Film Industry Deserves Better. And We’re Getting There
Lights, camera, chee-hoo!
No Tickets Available to the Public for the 2022 Merrie Monarch Festival
After canceling in 2020 and videotaping performances in 2021, the world-renowned hula festival is moving forward on stage, but with a much smaller audience in Hilo.
How the Iconic Moniz Family Were Raised in the Waves of Waikīkī
When the iconic Moniz surfing family lost their house in East O‘ahu, the famous shoreline became home once again.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: The Not-So-Merrie Monarch?
Here’s a look back at November 2001.
How To Be A Better Hawai‘i Local
We asked a diverse group of savvy folks for their tips on being a better local whether we’re on a trail, a plane, on the road or on a rant.
