9+ mon, 1+ week ago (296+ words) HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A popular landmark in downtown Honolulu has a vibrant new look, thanks to a city initiative. The city unveiled two art installations along Fort Street Mall Wednesday as part of Wahi Pana: Storied Places. One is a colorful tile mural by Carl F.K. Pao, titled Ke K'n'wai M'malahoe, a tribute to King Kamehameha's Law of the Splintered Paddle. "Even though this is a piece that was inspired from the time of Kamehameha and a time of intense warfare, it was transformational and something that has carried through time to us today and hopefully beyond," Pao said. "It's also something that people will be more engaged with, because of today's society where we're looking down at our phones, not at our surroundings, and you're gonna be confronted with this bright piece that's popping out with contrast to this brick tile…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago (245+ words) HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The annual Hawaii Children and Youth Day celebration is happening on Sunday at the state capitol. On Sunrise, to tell us more was someone who's brought joy to so many children and families over the years, McDonald's Chief Happiness Officer, Ronald McDonald. Children and Youth Day is a decades-long tradition made possible by countless hours of volunteer efforts. The best part is it's completely free and open to the entire community. This is going to be an incredible celebration with more than 100 participants coming together, live entertainment that'll have everyone on their feet, delicious food from local vendors, and of course, special keiki goodie bags. Ronald McDonald said the best part of the event is, "Hawaii's youth, recognizing all their wonderful accomplishments and showing them just how much we believe in them." On Sunday, you'll want to look…...

9+ mon, 2+ day ago (663+ words) HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The 29th annual Honolulu Festival takes place March 8-9 with a cultural celebration of music, dance and arts featuring 91 groups from Japan, the Pacific Rim and Hawaii. Cultural performances will take place at the Hawaii Convention Center, Ala Moana Center and Waikiki Beach Walk, and festivities include the Waikiki Grand Parade and Nagaoka Fireworks Show. This year's theme is "Bringing cultures together for a peaceful tomorrow." Honolulu Festival Foundation president Ted Kubo said, "Sharing culture, promoting education and environmental conservation are the core values of our Foundation and the inspiration that helps drive our corps of volunteers, our corporate donors and our government partners to make the Honolulu Festival a memorable experience for everyone to enjoy." For the first time, the Honolulu Festival Foundation is requiring a nominal admission fee for adults to enter the Kamehameha Exhibit Hall on the…...

4+ mon, 2+ week ago (176+ words) HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The 59th annual Hawaii State Farm Fair is back after a two-year hiatus, and it's happening for the first time at its new permanent location in Whitmore Village. The weekend event runs Saturday, July 12, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday, July 13, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission remains $5 for the general public and is free for keiki and students with a valid student ID. The fair will showcase Hawaii agriculture with live farm animals, food vendors, entertainment, rides for small children, and educational exhibits. The "Buy Local, It Matters" pavilion and Kamehameha Schools' Country Market will highlight local products, produce, and plants. Food offerings include favorites like poi mochi, gourmet summer rolls, chili, and Thai food. StevO the clown returns, and for the first time Hui P" will perform on the Farm Fair stage. Executive director Brian Miyamoto says the event is a celebration of…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago (200+ words) HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Aloha Festivals closed a week of Hawaiian cultural festivities on Saturday with entertainment and an appearance by its 2025 Royal Court. The event took place on Ko Olina's Ulua Lagoon Lawn from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. This was the first time that Ko Olina hosted Aloha Festivals as it is usually held in Waikiki. The court was formally welcomed at the start of the event, serving as a reminder of Hawaii royal legacy and history. The festival brought tradition to West Oahu through live Hawaiian music, lei making demonstrations and sunset hula. Families and visitors enjoyed food and live performances by H'lau Hula "O Hokulani, the keiki of Ka Waihona o Ka Na"auao and the Ahe M'lie trio. The festival practices the tradition of Makahiki, an ancient Hawaiian harvest festival. Centuries later, the spirit of aloha continues through generations. Resort properties…...

4+ mon, 1+ week ago (86+ words) The Jason Momoa-led production showcasing the unification of the islands is exepcted to be a big hit and state leaders are already brimming with optimism. 'Chief of War' expected to be 'lifechanging' for Hawaii's production industry Speed likely in Kauai crash that injured 4 "This got me motivated: CrossFit gym turns kupuna into fitness fanatics Maui County Fair returns in October after six years "This is why we sail: Hokulea celebrated by thousands in Tahiti Remains of two women recovered from toppled Hilo banyan tree...

9+ mon, 2+ week ago (538+ words) HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The state's largest thematic exhibition of contemporary art from Hawaii and across the Pacific opens this weekend. The Hawaii Triennial is presented every three years by the nonprofit Hawaii Contemporary. This year, it will run Feb. 15 through May 4 at collaborating sites across Oahu and, for the first time, on Maui and Hawaii Island. "It's very exciting," said Josh Tengan, Hawaii Contemporary associate director. "As an international exhibition, it's really important to see Hawaii artists in dialogue with artists from across the world, and to create this, sort of visibility, for Hawaii artists internationally." Curated by Wassan Al-Khudhairi, Binna Choi, and Noelle Kahanu, this year's theme, ALOHA N, invites visitors to think about their notions and preconceptions of aloha and its role in shaping Hawaii as a place of rebirth, resilience, and resistance. "Aloha is an important value that…...

3+ mon, 3+ week ago (144+ words) HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The City and County of Honolulu's Department of Parks and Recreation has announced new fall activities island wide. Many of the activities are free and open to all ages. A handful of the programs include aerobics, arts and crafts, pickleball, and paddleboarding. Most of the activities will begin after Labor Day Weekend (first week of September), however, those interested can register as early as August 15. Registrations are made online for the following locations. Those who don't have internet access can register for classes in-person at the park location from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. District 1 Parks (Ka Iwi to Waik'k') District 2 Parks (Makiki to "Aiea) District 3 Parks (Waipah" to M'kaha) District 4 Parks (Mokul'ia to Makapu"u) District 5 Parks (Pearl City to Whitmore) Online registrations can be made here....

4+ mon, 2+ week ago (112+ words) The event is a celebration of Hawaii's diverse agricultural community and a chance to educate the public in a fun, interactive way. 59th Annual Hawaii State Farm Fair returns this weekend with new permanent home in Whitmore Village 80th Commemoration of the End of WWII 80th Commemoration of the End of WWII | Full Ceremony USS Battleship Missouri commemorates 80 years since the end of WWII Former Hawaii resident accused of Trump assassination attempt to self represent at trial Brutal beating that ended the life of a Kauai man under investigation Essential needs only notice for water conservation on Hawaii Island New state law targeting biased 911 calls goes into effect...

8+ mon, 3+ week ago (206+ words) HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The 29th annual Honolulu Festival promises to be one of the best in recent memory as organizers boast more participation from cultural groups. "We have 91 groups from Japan, the Pacific Rim and Hawaii that are performing this year which is a 65% increase over last year," said Ted Kubo, Honolulu Festival Foundation President. Kubo told Hawaii News Now that the number of groups coming from Japan has grown and that's a positive step forward for the Honolulu Festival in fulfilling it's mission. "We have so many more cultural groups performing this year that we had to add a stage in the lobby area of the Hawaii Convention Center to give the public a sampling of the entertainment to be enjoyed inside the exhibit hall area," added Kubo. Along with dazzling cultural performances, the festival will feature activities for the whole…...