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The Public Schools of Hawaii Foundation honored public school graduates and a corporation during a May 1 awards banquet at the Hilton Hawaiian Village.

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.

Natalie Ai Kamauu performed songs from her new album, "Moana Memories" at the Moana Surfrider Waikiki Beach on April 30.

With the canoes Hokulea and Hikianalia making final preparations for a scheduled May 17 launch on their worldwide voyage, the Polynesian Voyaging Society helped host a media sail April 29 to provide a preview of the seagoing adventure ahead.

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 6, the free benefit concert Ola Ka Ha raised money for the Iolani Palace. The event featured music from Mailani, Jerry Santos, Teresa Bright, Weldon Kekauoha, Sean Naauao, Waipuna and Huewa.

Kawaii Kon participants enjoy an evening of elegant music and ballroom dancing at Kawaii Kon's Moonlight Magic Ball on April 5.

Cosplayers and anime fans gather at Kawaii Kon, Hawaii's premiere anime convention and conference, on April 4, 5, and 6 at the Hawaii Convention Center.

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.

Fashion retailer H&M opened its first Hawaii store in Waikiki on March 27.

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 nonprofit organization Helping Hands Hawaii held its annual gala fundraiser at the Hilton Hawaiian Village on March 18.

The streets of Murphy's Bar & Grill and O'Toole's Irish Pub were packed with people dressed in green for the St. Patrick's Day Block Party on March 17.

Celebrated at the end of the traditional Hawaiian year, the Makahiki Festival featured food, entertainment and Makahiki-style games at Kualoa Ranch.

Hawaii chefs served delicious dishes at the Hawaii Foodbank's annual fundraiser, Great Chefs Fight Hunger on March 15.

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 14th Annual Mardi Gras Carnaval Festival shut down a portion of Chinatown on Tuesday night. Mardi Gras revelers celebrated Fat Tuesday with music, food and dance.

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.

A private Meet the New Editor reception at 12th Avenue Grill for HONOLULU Magazine's editor Robbie Dingeman.

Chocolate lovers indulged in the one-day Hawaii Chocolate Festival at Dole Cannery Shops. HONOLULU Magazine and Lei Chic Hawaii sponsored the event on Feb. 22.