Community Calendar

When: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays at 10:30 am
Walk-ins accepted as capacity allowed
Reservations: Recommended – Call (808) 768-7135
Cost: Free with garden admission

About the Garden:

Step away from the city and enjoy a refreshing visit to Foster Botanical Garden, the oldest of the Honolulu Botanical Gardens. This 14-acre oasis features a world-class collection of tropical plants, including some magnificent trees planted in the 1850s by Dr. William Hillebrand. These trees mark the beginning of what would become the Honolulu Botanical Gardens.

What to Expect:

Tours are led by dedicated volunteer guides who have completed a six-week training program. They bring the garden to life with in-depth stories, history, culture, and fascinating insights into its plants and animals.

Organized Group Tours:

For schools and organized groups, please call (808) 768-7135 to discuss possibilities.

Garden Highlights:
Upper Terrace
Palm Garden
Economic Garden (with herbs, spices, and other plants with commercial value)
Prehistoric Glen Cycad Collection
21 Exceptional Trees (as designated by Hawaii’s Exceptional Tree Program)
The Conservatory (with orchids, pitcher plants, and more)
Outdoor Butterfly Garden
and an affiliated Gift Shop

The 2025 Hawaii’s Woodshow™ marks the 33rd anniversary of Hawai‘i’s
premier woodworking exhibition, presented by the Hawai‘i Forest
Association (HFA). This annual showcase celebrates masterful
craftsmanship, innovative design, and the unparalleled beauty of
furniture and fine woodworking created from Hawaiian-grown woods.

Artists are challenged to create exceptional works that highlight the
character, figure, and spirit of local species—especially those
cultivated and matured in Hawai‘i. By doing so, the Woodshow not only
inspires excellence in artistry but also underscores the value of
planting and stewarding high-quality hardwoods for future generations.

Hands On Cold-Process Soap Making Class
Learning about tools, equipment, safely combining ingredients,
how to develop formulations, step by step process, along with some
history of soap making.

Garimo's class may likely be the only hand-on class in Hawaii.
Class limited to six participants.

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.

The Annual Food & New Product Show will feature over 200 exhibitors, food samples galore from tasty treats to new food delicacies, innovative new products for the home, goods from local jewelry-makers and artisans, and the other special zones. Additional Food & New Product features a Pop-Up Marketplace, a Collectors' Gallery, plant sales, live entertainment, along with food samplings from specialty exhibitors and hourly giveaways.
The schedule for the 63rd Annual Food & New Products Show is as follows:

Friday, October 10 from 2:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 11 from 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 12 from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tickets are: General Admission $6.50, Seniors over 60 and Military $5.50, and Children 12 Years and Younger are free with an accompanying adult.

FOR BOOTH SPACES, DM US DIRECTLY OR CALL 808-732-6037.
WE DO NOT POST ON COMMENTS. THOSE ARE JUST SCAMMERS. MAHALO!

Prost (cheers)! Get dressed in your best lederhosen and grab your friends for an exciting evening featuring brews, brats, brass and Bavarian favorites. Take part in games and win prizes, all while supporting Helping Hands Hawaii.

Sponsor Table: $2,500 - 8 seats, 2 drink tickets per person
Individual Ticket: $100 - admission + 2 drink tickets

Admission includes food from a variety of restaurant partners, live music by Chamber Music Hawaiiʻs Brass Quintet, games, a stein hoisting competition and more! Guests can also enter to win our Golden Ticket giveaways, including a One (1) Night Stay at the 'Alohilani Resort Waikīkī Beach.

Event is Ages 21+. Guests are asked to drink responsibly and encouraged to arrange for a designated driver, opt for ride sharing or stay the evening at the 'Alohilani Resort Waikīkī Beach.
$20 Valet Parking available.

For questions, more information or to pay via check, email teambecker@beckercommunications.com.

The perfect way to kick off your weekend! Indulge in a lively celebration of local flavors and creativity. Savor delicious dinners, savory pupus, sweet desserts, and even some retail therapy—all prepared by your favorite small businesses. Whether you're enjoying the vibrant atmosphere on-site with friends and ohana or grabbing a quick bite to go, it's the ultimate way to treat yourself and support your community. Don’t miss out on this monthly event that’s sure to leave you full, happy, and excited for the weekend ahead!

Giveaways all day. Free Admission to shoppers. Lots of Parking. ​

Event Contact
Phone: 808-688-6638
​info@islandcraftfairs.org​​​

VENDORS:
Currently accepting applications for all types of small businesses, including food booths, food trucks, retail, and produce vendors.
Application deadline is on the Wednesday prior to the event at 4 PM HST.

**All applications can be found on our website. Payments will only be requested once your application has been received and approved by Island Craft Fairs. If you suspect any fraudulent activity, please contact us using the information provided above**

DJ Jet Boy spins an eclectic set at mixcloud.com/live/djjetboy808 November 5 6pm

Enjoy live music from the talented local guitarist and singer, Kalau. He will be performing relaxing classic hula and hapa haole music at Hula's Bar & Lei Stand, Waikiki, from 6pm to 9pm each Friday. The event is free and welcome to adults 21+.

BAMP Project presents Kolohe Kai ‘What Aloha Means’ Album Release Tour 2025 live at Maui Arts & Cultural Center - A&B Amphitheater with special guests Protoje on Friday, October 10, 2025. This event welcomes all ages.