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Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 10:30 am - starting on January 3rd, 2025. Reservations are recommended. Call (808) 768-7135.

Here are some additional details:

Public Tours of Foster Botanical Garden resume in January 2025!

Volunteer docents will conduct tours on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., rain or shine.

Docents just completed a six-week training and are eager to engage the public meaningfully.

On these tours, docents will provide an overview and some details of some of the gardenʻs seven sections. No two tours are the same—different docents bring different background knowledge and life experiences. All are passionate about plants.

Please call (808) 768-7135 to reserve your spot.

Tours are limited to about 20 people and are included in the price of admission ($5 for visitors, $3 for residents, $1 for children).

For school or other organized groups, please call the number above to discuss differentiated tour options.

Foster Botanical Garden has a rich history and a world-renowned collection. Here are some quick facts:
-14 acre historic garden opened to the public in 1930
- Dedicated to the “people of Hawai’i” by Mary Elizabeth Mikahala Robinson Foster
- Portions once owned by Queen Kalama
- Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
- Oldest of the five gardens and the headquarters of the Honolulu Botanical Gardens
- Home to 21 “Exceptional Trees” protected by City Ordinance

Immerse yourself in the creative hub where iconic records were born at Island Sound Studios. Limited to only 20 people, our exclusive tours take place every other Sunday from 11am-12:00pm, allowing you to hang out with the owner Kyle Spicer and explore the legendary spaces where music history was made. Get a firsthand look at where masterpieces like Kanye West's My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy were brought to life. Please note that tour availability is subject to change based on studio bookings, so book your spot today to experience the magic of Island Sound Studios.

CatVideoFest is a compilation reel of the latest and best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and classic internet powerhouses. CatVideoFest is a joyous communal experience, only available in theaters, and raises money for cats in need through partnerships with local cat charities, animal welfare organizations, and shelters to best serve cats in the area.

Tiny Beautiful Things is a deeply moving play that brings to life the “Dear Sugar” online advice column written by bestselling author Cheryl Strayed (Wild). When an anonymous advice columnist responds to heartfelt letters from strangers, the personal stories that unfold are a compassionate and poetic exploration of love, grief, vulnerability, and forgiveness. Brilliantly adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos (My Big Fat Greek Wedding), this intimate theatrical experience is a celebration of the power of storytelling and all the tiny, beautiful moments that remind us of our shared humanity.

"Smother" is a hilarious play about Marcia, a bossy but well-intentioned mother, who cooks up increasingly outlandish schemes to control her daughter, Julia's, love life. Unfortunately, Julia has a track record of hooking up with loser boyfriends, and Marcia vows to change that. Ultimately, Marcia learns by seeking professional help, and through the efforts of those who love her, how to let go.....maybe.

August 9 - September 4, 2025

Join us on Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025, 6-8pm for the Opening Reception. Meet & greet and photo viewing. Michael Caputo's photographs from work as a firefighter, developed & printed at the Hawaii Darkroom in Hilo.

@aloha_bigmike

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 10:30 am - starting on January 3rd, 2025. Reservations are recommended. Call (808) 768-7135.

Here are some additional details:

Public Tours of Foster Botanical Garden resume in January 2025!

Volunteer docents will conduct tours on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., rain or shine.

Docents just completed a six-week training and are eager to engage the public meaningfully.

On these tours, docents will provide an overview and some details of some of the gardenʻs seven sections. No two tours are the same—different docents bring different background knowledge and life experiences. All are passionate about plants.

Please call (808) 768-7135 to reserve your spot.

Tours are limited to about 20 people and are included in the price of admission ($5 for visitors, $3 for residents, $1 for children).

For school or other organized groups, please call the number above to discuss differentiated tour options.

Foster Botanical Garden has a rich history and a world-renowned collection. Here are some quick facts:
-14 acre historic garden opened to the public in 1930
- Dedicated to the “people of Hawai’i” by Mary Elizabeth Mikahala Robinson Foster
- Portions once owned by Queen Kalama
- Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
- Oldest of the five gardens and the headquarters of the Honolulu Botanical Gardens
- Home to 21 “Exceptional Trees” protected by City Ordinance

Join us for open mic with host GJ available to back you up on guitar. We also have an 88 key weighted Roland piano for your performance needs. From 7-10PM on the 2nd Floor of the Waikiki Grand Hotel. Adults 21+ welcome!

"Smother" is a hilarious play about Marcia, a bossy but well-intentioned mother, who cooks up increasingly outlandish schemes to control her daughter, Julia's, love life. Unfortunately, Julia has a track record of hooking up with loser boyfriends, and Marcia vows to change that. Ultimately, Marcia learns by seeking professional help, and through the efforts of those who love her, how to let go.....maybe.

All Literature and Fiction books will be on sale at 50% off for the month of August. If you haven't finished your summer reading then stop by as the shelves are always being restocked and Pop-up sales are frequent.

The Bookstore also has DVDs, CDs, audio books, records, anime, comics, games, puzzles and so much more at great prices. Please note that Statehood day will be Friday August 15th and all libraries will be closed.