Not only do these deliver the goods, they’re just what you need to get people to put down their screens and steer conversation away from all the ugly sweaters: provocative and informative local stories that shake up the routine and maybe spark a few dinner table discussions (that aren’t about politics or football).
While hula and lei making thrive, other ancient Hawaiian traditions are disappearing. Some survive only through the work of a few passionate teachers. The Office of Hawaiian Affairs hopes to bolster these cultural practices with a soon-to-be-released directory of artists, instructors and experts. Meet four of those practitioners who are fighting to keep their ancient arts alive.
The Native Stories app offer is good until Dec. 6. Once you have it on your phone, you'll always have the lowdown on Downtown. Read on and we'll explain how you might even win a barroom bet or two.
Choose from a hundred free, ethically sourced guided tours thanks to Native Stories. The app’s gone global and adds Japanese-language programming this fall. (And did we mention that we love it?)
Changes are happening across Foodland’s 33 stores, some gradual and subtle, others as over the top as the more than 100 new Maika‘i brand items that pop up everywhere you look. And there’s more coming.
