Community Calendar

Bringing together the work of 49 artists and artist collectives, across multiple sites, on three islands, Hawai‘i Triennial 2025 (HT25) is the state’s largest, thematic exhibition of contemporary art from Hawai‘i, the Pacific, and beyond. Every three years, Hawai‘i Contemporary presents the Triennial across museums, galleries, and outdoor and unconventional art spaces, and offers a complementary program of public engagements.

Entitled ALOHA NŌ, HT25 invites visitors to [re]consider their own notions and preconceptions of aloha. Artists will explore the practice of aloha, as it engenders a deep connectivity to the ʻāina (land), oceanic environment, elements, and each other. It enables us to protect and defend inter-archipelagic relations, that which we love, and our mutual interdependence.

The Hawaii Kai Library Bookstore will be having 50% off of Home and Garden books as well as regular Cookbooks for the month of April. The Bookstore shelves are constantly being filled and there is more then just books of every genre as it also has CDs, DVDs, LPs, Audio Books, a Children's and Teen Section, Anime, Comics, Puzzles, games, sheet music and more. Prices are excellent.
Note the bookstore will be closed to observe Easter Sunday on April 20th. Please see schedules.

The Hawaii Kai Library Bookstore will be having a 50% off sale of all Hobbies, Crafts and Travel books for the month of May. Be sure to stop by as the Bookstore has books of all genres as well as DVDs, CDs, Audio Books,
LPs, a Children's and Teens section, Anime, Comics, Puzzles, Games, Sheet Music and more all at great prices.
Please Note that the Bookstore will be closed on Saturday through Monday May 24 to May 26 in
observance of Memorial Day.

Karaoke, Live Music, Sunset Views & Unforgettable Vibes!
Come experience the best of Hawaii Kai at The Lounge & The Velvet Monkey, located inside the iconic Island Sound Studios!

What to Expect:
• A breathtaking sunset setting the perfect vibe
• Delicious, chef-inspired dishes to satisfy every craving
• Craft cocktails to sip & savor in a vibrant, high-energy atmosphere
This is the night you won’t want to miss!
Tickets are available—grab yours NOW and get ready to vibe with us! Let's make memories together in one of the best spots on the island!

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+.

Proof Social Club presents First Friday Alley Art Walk. Featuring works by local tattoo shops, artisans and more. After-party with live rock bands 7 Pairs of Iron Shoes and Dr. Zaius.

Friday
May 2
Art Walk: 7-11pm; all ages; no cover
After-Party: 9pm; 21+; $10 cover

Proof Social Club
1154 Fort Street Mall #10
Honolulu, HI 96813

The Silverado kid or never fake it in a gun fight, a Melodramma written by Nelson Shreve, will be held three weekends in May. Tickets are available for $10 which includes a comic Melodramma, and OLLI featuring local entertainment, free, popcorn, and free parking.

Par Hawaii is celebrating 20 years of Fueling Dreams for local athletes. From April 14 to May 26, 2025, island drivers can go the extra mile by making a donation at check out at any participating Hele station including 20 on Oahu, eight on Hawaii Island, and five on Maui. Every dollar pumped into this campaign helps athletes with intellectual disabilities train and compete free of charge.

Par Hawaii, marketer of Hele and 76 Hawaii, has been a strong supporter of Special Olympics Hawaii for more than three decades. To date, the Fueling Dreams campaign has raised more than $1,057,120 for Special Olympics Hawaii athletes and programs.

We are excited to announce that this year's Celebrate Micronesia Festival will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025!

Bishop Museum in partnership with the Pacific Islands Development Program, East-West Center, is proud to celebrate Micronesian voices, Micronesian cultures, and Pacific communities. The annual Celebrate Micronesia Festival showcases traditional and contemporary art, dance, fashion, stories, poetry, food, and music of the people and cultures of Micronesia.

Follow these links below for Celebrate Micronesia Festival updates!

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CelebrateMicronesia

East-West Center: https://www.eastwestcenter.org/events/2025-celebrate-micronesia-festival

On Saturday May 3 from 9 - 1 the Hawaii Handweavers' Hui, Glass Fusion Collective and Oahu Potter's Association will gather together at Washington Intermediate School at 1633 S. King to showcase their handmade items. The Handweavers' will be demonstrating some weaving techniques and doing hands on project.