Community Calendar

The 2026 Hawaii Watercolor Society Members’ Show, entitled “99% Transparent” refers to the requirement that the paintings be executed with 99% transparent watercolor paints. The show features 77 works by 43 member artists. The juror for the show is Sterling Edwards, an internationally renowned watermedia master artist, instructor, mentor, and author. Sterling began a second career in 1993 to pursue his passion for painting as a visual and interpretive artist. Having studied art since the age of twelve, he developed a unique and expressive style of painting that has since gained international acclaim and the respect of his peers, students, art collectors, and designers.
The exhibition also features artwork from 11 notable Hawai'i glass artists from Glass Fusion Hawaiʻi exhibiting approximately 35 pieces of glass art. The inclusion of glass artwork complements the luminosity of transparent watercolor paintings.

Opening Reception for the exhibition is Friday, March 6, 5-8 PM with an Awards Presentation. Closing Reception will occur on Saturday, March 28, 4-6 PM with Artist talks and presentation of the People's Choice Award.
The aim of the Hawai'i Watercolor Society is to nurture and stimulate interest in watermedia through education, exhibits, and collaboration with other organizations, associations and individuals.

No Thrones. No Crowns. No Dictators. On October 18, 2025, twenty-two thousand of us from our Hawaiʻi ohana came together in nonviolent protest to oppose the growing authoritarian actions of the Trump regime. And on March 28th, we are coming together again bigger and stronger than ever before. Rise up, take to the streets, and say it loud: No Thrones, No Crowns, No Dictators!! We are not watching history happen -- weʻre making it! Join us!

Learn how to create your own “jumping jack” style giant street puppet. This will be an all-cardboard build. (No papier-mâchè this time.)

Saturday & Sunday, March 28-29
11am–5pm each day (12 hours total)
$25 for the weekend

Twelve hours is just enough time to finish, but if not, you can take your puppet home to complete–and then bring it with you to the HeART Strut.

This community playshop is a warm up for the HeART Strut Community Procession at the HEART of Honolulu Festival on April 11, 2026. Come out and strut your stuff with your unique creation as we stroll along Nuʻuanu Avenue at 12:30pm and again at 2:30pm

Children 8+ free. Each child must be accompanied by 1 adult (1:1 ratio)
Templates available or create your own design.
All materials provided.
Feel free to bring and use up some of your arts & crafts hoard, except for glitter.

Wearable Art Headdress playshops on Saturdays--Mar 7, Mar 14, April 4. 11am-5pm. Drop in before 2pm. $10/adult.

AIA Hawai‘i Book Club launches with Nature Behind Barbed Wire: An Environmental History of the Japanese American Incarceration by Connie Chang. The discussion will be led by Christine Ogura, Superintendent of Honouliuli National Historic Site (National Park Service).

AIA Hawai‘i Centennial Quarterly Book Club

As part of AIA Hawai‘i’s 100th anniversary celebration, the Book Club invites the community into timely, accessible conversations that connect architecture to history, culture, place, and lived experience in Hawai‘i.

Each quarter features a thoughtfully selected book and a guest speaker who brings its themes to life, bridging environmental, cultural, and social narratives with the built environment. Events are hosted at meaningful venues and designed to feel conversational rather than academic.

The program includes a brief welcome, a facilitated discussion, and audience Q&A in a relaxed, community-centered setting. No prior reading is required—this is an open, engaging exchange for anyone curious about architecture’s broader impact!

Copies of this month’s book are available for purchase at the Center for Architecture for $25.

This year’s great foodie convention will converge in Honolulu from March 28 & 29 in the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. All open food plate vendors will have at least one $7 mini plate so you can try as much as you can!

SATURDAY, MARCH 28 10AM-7PM SUNDAY, MARCH 29 10AM-5PM

Come by for your food samples and new and exciting restaurants and food trucks. In addition, shop in our Spring Expo for new items you cannot find in the stores but here in the show! Plus Live Entertainment!

General admission is $6.50 Military and Seniors is $4.50 Kids 12 years and under Free with accompanying paid adult.

For more info, call us at 808-732-6037 or email at sales@pacificexpos.com. www.pacificexpos.com
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Learn how to create your own “jumping jack” style giant street puppet. This will be an all-cardboard build. (No papier-mâchè this time.)

Saturday & Sunday, March 28-29
11am–5pm each day (12 hours total)
$25 for the weekend

Twelve hours is just enough time to finish, but if not, you can take your puppet home to complete–and then bring it with you to the HeART Strut.

This community playshop is a warm up for the HeART Strut Community Procession at the HEART of Honolulu Festival on April 11, 2026. Come out and strut your stuff with your unique creation as we stroll along Nuʻuanu Avenue at 12:30pm and again at 2:30pm

Children 8+ free. Each child must be accompanied by 1 adult (1:1 ratio)
Templates available or create your own design.
All materials provided.
Feel free to bring and use up some of your arts & crafts hoard, except for glitter.

Wearable Art Headdress playshops on Saturdays--Mar 7, Mar 14, April 4. 11am-5pm. Drop in before 2pm. $10/adult.

Rainbow Chorus of Honolulu Weekly Rehearsal
Join the Rainbow Chorus of Honolulu for our weekly rehearsals as we prepare for our most important concert of the season, Stronger Together. We are actively welcoming new singers of all voice parts and musical backgrounds who want to make meaningful music in an inclusive, affirming community. Come sing with us, build harmony, and help amplify a message of unity, love, and belonging.

Come on over and join the fun—play Hanafuda with your fellow community members! We’re excited to let you know that after a summer break, we’re back with this program. We have several Hanafuda decks available during the event, on a first-come, first-served basis, for anyone eager to play. It’s a great chance to meet new friends, challenge yourself, and just have a good time! If you’ve learned how to play Hanafuda from Helen Nakano and her Sensei, now’s your moment to practice those skills in a friendly game.

This will be a relaxed, self-directed play session—no formal instructions will be provided. However, we’ll have instruction sheets available for those interested in learning more about this wonderful game. Everyone, no matter your experience level, is welcome to join! Just a quick note: young children should be accompanied by an adult. For more info, feel free to contact us at (808) 733-8422 or ask at the Kaimukī Public Library Adult Reference Desk. We look forward to seeing you there!

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. All programs are subject to change. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events 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

All are invited to Karaoke night! Grab your friends and come ready to belt out your favorite tunes! Attendees can join Kaimukī Public Library for a night of fun and food, as we reminisce with music and singing. Library will provide mics and sound system.

Please feel free to bring a favorite appetizer to share with other attendees. You don’t want to miss out on this epic night of fun!

Due to the limited space, Pre-registration for this program is advised. Please contact the Kaimukī Public Library at (808)733-8422 or come in-person at the Adult Reference Desk to register. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. All programs are subject to change. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.