Community Calendar

2026 High School Photo Showcase
Traditional black & white handprints
May 2 - June 4, 2026
Opening Reception Sunday, May 3, 2026, 6-8pm

We’re excited to showcase our local high school students from Iolani, Kamehameha & Moanalua High Schools. They will be showing black & white darkroom handprinted photographs. This will be our second year showcasing our local students photographs.

Join us for the opening reception on Sunday, May 3, 6-8pm. The photos will be up in the shop May 2 - June 4, 2026.

Hilton Grand Vacations hosts its Made in Hawaiʻi Pop-Up Market every other Friday, twice a month, bringing together local vendors whose products and stories reflect the culture, craftsmanship, and entrepreneurial spirit of the islands. Beyond the shopping experience, the market offers a unique opportunity to connect with the makers.

A few standout vendors include:

North Shore Bees — a Hawaiʻi-born business focused on sustainable beekeeping and educating consumers on authentic local honey.

Sweet Brown Hawaii — founded by a former HGV team member whose caramel brand has become especially popular with Japanese visitors.

Noriko’s Famous Party Mix — a growing local favorite that incorporates ingredients from fellow vendor North Shore Bees.,

And much more!

The Hawaii Kai Community Bookstore will have 50% off in the Science and Tech Book Section as well as 50% off
on the History Book Section (Military, American, & World). The Home and Gardens and Home Improvement Section will also be 50% off. A storewide Book Sale of 50% will occur from May 5th to the 9th during store hours. Please note Library and Bookstore will be closed on Memorial Day from Saturday to Monday May23 to 25, 2026.

The Lanikai Mortgage Players open their Spring 2026 production on Friday,
May 1st at 7:30pm with the melodrama, “Wedlockout!” Or “Bedfellows Make
Strange Politics!” This show presents a twist to the Ancient Greece classic,
Aristophanes’ Lysistrata as an 1890’s American political satire dealing with
a clash of the sexes due to their opposing views of war and corruption.
The ironic timeliness of this melodrama written by the late Nelson Shreve,
during a previous Republican administration, will surprise our audiences
while they “swoon” for our heroine, “cheer” for our hero, and “boo” our
villains.
“Wedlockout!” is directed by Brenda-Lee Hillebrenner and stars Alex
Rosenthal, Courtney Nichols, Tad Grenert, Rebecca Horne, Carol Nichols,
Jim Duca, Joe Calavita, Shannon Murphy, Deb Lamb and Dena Clements.
Join us at The Nelson and Lucille Shreve Theater in Lanikai Park on Fridays
and Saturdays, May 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th and 16th. Curtain is at 7:30pm.
Box office opens at 6:30pm. There is free parking in the park and, as always,
we provide complimentary popcorn to enjoy in our cafe’ style theater. Our
traditional ‘Olio’ will follow the shows. Tickets are just $10 and can be
purchased through Ticketleap events using the following link:
https://events.ticketleap.com/events/lanikai-mortgage-players/wedlockout
In addition we can be reached at thelanikaimortgageplayers@gmail.com

Spam can harps, rice bag drums, tin can gongs, and other musical instruments made from repurposed rubbish are on display at Hamilton Library Bridge Gallery now through mid-August. All instruments were custom built by Benjamin Fairfield, author of the illustrated children's book Kani Ka 'Opala: How can garbage sing? Fairfield (lecturer at UH and Hawai'i Pacific University) was featured last October on the Conversation as a climate-action-artist-in-residence with the State Commission on Climate Change in 2025. Come view, play, and listen to an assortment of rubbish instruments. A great way to celebrate Earth Day and aloha 'aina.

Join us for a free Spring Giveaway open to the entire community! The Honolulu Church of Christ will be offering a variety of gently used items at no cost, including clothing, household goods, books, toys, furniture, tools, and more.

In addition to the giveaway, we will also be providing free food for those who attend.

This is a great opportunity to find useful items, connect with others, and enjoy a welcoming, family-friendly environment. Look for the banner and balloons on Keʻeaumoku Street!

The Hawaii Kai Community Bookstore will have 50% off in the Science and Tech Book Section as well as 50% off
on the History Book Section (Military, American, & World). The Home and Gardens and Home Improvement Section will also be 50% off. A storewide Book Sale of 50% will occur from May 5th to the 9th during store hours. Please note Library and Bookstore will be closed on Memorial Day from Saturday to Monday May23 to 25, 2026.

2026 High School Photo Showcase
Traditional black & white handprints
May 2 - June 4, 2026
Opening Reception Sunday, May 3, 2026, 6-8pm

We’re excited to showcase our local high school students from Iolani, Kamehameha & Moanalua High Schools. They will be showing black & white darkroom handprinted photographs. This will be our second year showcasing our local students photographs.

Join us for the opening reception on Sunday, May 3, 6-8pm. The photos will be up in the shop May 2 - June 4, 2026.

Think Fast Improv presents “IT’S FOR THE KIDS IMPROV COMEDY SHOW!” Join us on May 23rd! Kids 12 and under are FREE! 13+ are just $15! Bring the whole family and get ready for a fun, interactive 1hr show of pure sillies and giggles !!!

Doors open at 3:30pm
Show starts at 4:00pm

TAG Theater at the Dole Cannery

Get tickets at http://www.taghawaii.net/kid-s-comedy. Call/email to reserve seats if paying at the door, 808-722-6941 or
tagtickets@hawaii.rr.com

The Lanikai Mortgage Players open their Spring 2026 production on Friday,
May 1st at 7:30pm with the melodrama, “Wedlockout!” Or “Bedfellows Make
Strange Politics!” This show presents a twist to the Ancient Greece classic,
Aristophanes’ Lysistrata as an 1890’s American political satire dealing with
a clash of the sexes due to their opposing views of war and corruption.
The ironic timeliness of this melodrama written by the late Nelson Shreve,
during a previous Republican administration, will surprise our audiences
while they “swoon” for our heroine, “cheer” for our hero, and “boo” our
villains.
“Wedlockout!” is directed by Brenda-Lee Hillebrenner and stars Alex
Rosenthal, Courtney Nichols, Tad Grenert, Rebecca Horne, Carol Nichols,
Jim Duca, Joe Calavita, Shannon Murphy, Deb Lamb and Dena Clements.
Join us at The Nelson and Lucille Shreve Theater in Lanikai Park on Fridays
and Saturdays, May 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th and 16th. Curtain is at 7:30pm.
Box office opens at 6:30pm. There is free parking in the park and, as always,
we provide complimentary popcorn to enjoy in our cafe’ style theater. Our
traditional ‘Olio’ will follow the shows. Tickets are just $10 and can be
purchased through Ticketleap events using the following link:
https://events.ticketleap.com/events/lanikai-mortgage-players/wedlockout
In addition we can be reached at thelanikaimortgageplayers@gmail.com