Community Calendar

Join the Heart Lotus Youth Warriors Program and help Palolo Elementary students with homework, reading skills, and cultural activities. Hours are 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Whether you can come weekly or just occasionally, you can make a difference to a child. Orientation required. Sponsored by Tzu Chi Hawaii, a Kaimuki-based nonprofit that promotes values of gratitude, respect, love, and mindfulness.

Apply here: bit.ly/TzuChiVolunteers

Live music & sunset vibes! Join us every Tuesday from 6-9 PM for the incredible Cajun Peaches—a band that brings the energy you didn’t know you needed. Their electric style pairs perfectly with Hula’s iconic sunset views from the 2nd floor of the Waikiki Grand Hotel. Adults 21+ welcome.

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.

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.

The North Shore Country Market is back! Join us every Wednesday from 1 to 6 PM at Liliuokalani Protestant Church in Haleiwa.
Discover fresh local produce, unique gifts from artisans and crafters, delicious food, and live island music.
Serving the North Shore community for over 30 years — the North Shore Country Market welcomes you every Wednesday afternoon. Free Market parking!

Wednesdays at Highway Inn Waipahu and Thursdays at Highway Inn Kaka‘ako feature a rotating lineup of local musicians perform from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Wednesdays at Waipahu feature Kapono Na‘ili’ili with Kata Maduli, Mistyreis and Mista Lawri, and Meldon Leong of Kapili Band with Scott Medeiros. Thursdays at Kaka‘ako feature Barrett Awai and Kevin Inn, Meldon Leong of Kapili Band with Scott Medeiros, and Jackie Burke. See myhighwayinn.com for the weekly schedule.

You read that right. It’s time to get out of your head and into your world! This workshop helps take all the improv tools and “rules” you’ve learned so far and gets them working overtime. Through environment building, scene work, and group games, students will feel even more confident with backline support and blowing out the world.

Pre-requisite: Students must have completed a 101-level course with Improv Hawai’i within the last 12 months or be approved by Improv Hawai’i

Entrance:

The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down small steps and follow the hallway to the left. The entrance is wheelchair-accessible off of Pohukaina St.

Watch this video for directions: https://vimeo.com/764759569/e55fd90506

Instructor:

Andal P.
*instructors subject to change without notice

All students should review the improvhi house rules before starting their classes: https://improvhi.com/rules/

Sorry, no refunds, exchanges, or rain checks.

Our classes are for students 18 years and older unless otherwise specified. Students aged 16 and 17 may attend with an accompanying, registered adult.

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.

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.