Making Waves: 6 Women in Hawai‘i with Careers in STEM Share Their Stories
Only a quarter of STEM jobs in the U.S. are filled by women. Here are six making a difference in Hawai‘i.
People & Profiles
Remembering the Energetic, Inspiring and Always Super Christa Wittmier
Many knew her simply as CW. Everyone who knew Christa Wittmier called her a friend.
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.
The Bishop Museum’s Melanie Y. Ide on the Future of the World-Class Institution
Melanie Y. Ide, who took the helm of the Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum in January 2018, wants to get the word out.
Quote Unquote: How a Local Chef Cooks with Kindness During the Holidays
Keith Ward and his crew have been cooking and serving hot meals at Waikīkī Health’s Next Step Shelter every Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s for 13 years.
Field Notes: These People Will Help You Complete Your First Honolulu Marathon
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vast and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: Honolulu Marathon Clinic.
Inside HONOLULU: One of Hula’s Living Legacies Graced Our Cover Twice, 60 Years Apart
It’s no surprise that kumu hula Puanani Alama appeared on the cover of our magazine. Only she’d done it once before, when she was just 15 years old.
Field Notes: Removing Invasive Algae With Mālama Maunalua
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vast and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: the Mālama Maunalua community huki.
King Kalākaua’s Newest Birthday Gift Arrives This Week at ‘Iolani Palace
Cultural expert and feather artist brings ancient art to life at the only royal residence in the U.S.
Field Notes: You Don’t Have to be Rich to Ride with The Honolulu Polo Club
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vast and varied scenes and subcultures.
Quote Unquote: Bomb Disposal Technician by Day and Visual Effects Artist by Night
Kamakani De Dely puts his life on the line defusing unexploded military ordnance. But outside of his day job, he builds costumes, prosthetics and visual effects for shows such as Marvel’s “Inhumans” and “Hawai‘i Five-0.”
U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono on Life as a National Lightning Rod Ahead of Election Day
The Hawai‘i lawmaker says voters tell her they appreciate her strong language.
Meet the Muggle Translating the “Harry Potter” Books into the Hawaiian Language
Local translator Keao NeSmith has translated the first “Harry Potter” book in Hawaiian—with plans to finish the whole series, including “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.”
Quote Unquote: Backstage with Diamond Head Theatre’s Costume Director
Since 1985, she’s been conjuring up stage costumes full time—and enjoying the drama on- and off-stage.
Searching for a Hawai‘i Icon: The Manapua Man
O‘ahu’s manapua man holds a special place in the hearts, and stomachs, of local residents.
Field Notes: This Little Park Below Diamond Head Road is a Hidden Outdoor Gem
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vast and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: Mākālei Beach Park.
Catching Up: Ginger13 Celebrates Fifth Anniversary at Downtown Shop
14 years later, this local jewelry designer is still one to watch.
This Hawai‘i Doctor is Helping to Change the Rules for Your Medical Care
Dr. Chien-Wen Tseng is the first local physician to help set national recommendations for regular screenings and tests with the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.
Top Chef Sheldon Simeon Serves His Food, His Way
The Hilo native opens Lineage, a restaurant serving bold local fare, on Maui on Oct. 15.
Quote Unquote: You Can Now Find Hawai‘i Artist Mark Chai’s Designs in New York City
Since the early 1990s, the Hawaiian-Chinese UH Mānoa art school graduate has been creating sculptures and lamps from wood as well as recycled cardboard, X-ray film boxes and other discarded materials from his day job at The Queen’s Medical Center.
Kailua’s Taylor Inouye Makes the Finale in “Kids Baking Championship”
Mini guava bundt cakes and banana sugar cookies took this eighth grader to the final show, which airs Sept. 17.
Two Honolulu Fashion Designers Talk Feminism and Fashion
Local women are strong and have no problem owning the F-word (feminist, of course). A few of Honolulu’s fashion designers are giving gals an opportunity to bear their beliefs in a trendy way. We find out what, and who, motivates them.
These Local Farmers are Taking Eggs to the Next Level
Local family egg farms are stepping up and standing out.
Quote Unquote: Meet the Aloha Festivals Floral Parade's Pā‘ū Rider
Representing the island of Kaho‘olawe, Faith Kalamau marks her third year participating as a pā‘ū princess in the annual Waikīkī parade.
