Community Calendar

Meet the Artists Reception: Sunday, September 6, 1-3pm

Pastel Artists of Hawaii (PAH) invites everyone to view a FREE exhibit highlighting recent works by members of various skill levels.

PAH is a Hawaii-wide group of artists who produce works using at least 80% soft, sometimes known as dry, pastels. Used for hundreds of years by the likes of Mary Cassatt, Edgar Degas, Pablo Picasso, and Pierre-August Renoir, soft pastels are nothing more than pigment (or color) held in a stick form by a minimum amount of binder, allowing the artists many ways of applying and manipulating the color.

Scenes from Hawaii tend to feature prominently in PAH paintings, but you can also see portraits, still life, and even a few abstracts. Come see some views of the islands and more through the loving eyes of these local artists.

Closed Thursdays.

Meet the Artists Reception: Sunday, September 6, 1-3pm

Pastel Artists of Hawaii (PAH) invites everyone to view a FREE exhibit highlighting recent works by members of various skill levels.

PAH is a Hawaii-wide group of artists who produce works using at least 80% soft, sometimes known as dry, pastels. Used for hundreds of years by the likes of Mary Cassatt, Edgar Degas, Pablo Picasso, and Pierre-August Renoir, soft pastels are nothing more than pigment (or color) held in a stick form by a minimum amount of binder, allowing the artists many ways of applying and manipulating the color.

Scenes from Hawaii tend to feature prominently in PAH paintings, but you can also see portraits, still life, and even a few abstracts. Come see some views of the islands and more through the loving eyes of these local artists.

Learn/practice Mindfulness in the natural beauty of The private Hawaii Loa Ridge Park (at the end of Puuikena dr, below the trail-head) in East Oahu. Beginners welcome with introductory guidance starting at 10 am every 2nd Sat of the month. Email mindfulhawaii@gmail.com for more information.
We offer this opportunity to all interested in Mindfulness as in our free online course at www.mindfulnesscourse.org

The staff at the shop & lab have shot E-6 positive film for our annual Staff Show, DOUBLE NEGATIVE. They have prints which were printed by our neighbors at Salt Ki'ikau Printers who have generously sponsored the event. Along side the prints, they have filled a carousel projector for viewing.

Perform on the historic stage of Hawaiʻi Theatre, our biggest stage yet! Take your aerial practice beyond technique and into artistry as you prepare for this exciting performance opportunity.

This performance-focused series is designed for students who want to build confidence, develop expressive movement, and create a polished aerial dance routine.

Throughout the series, you’ll explore choreography, musicality, transitions, stage presence, and storytelling while refining your aerial skills. Each class builds on the last, culminating in a professionally choreographed performance at the Diwali Celebration at Hawaiʻi Theatre, an unforgettable opportunity to showcase your growth on one of Hawaiʻi’s most iconic stages.

Whether you’re preparing for your first performance or looking to deepen your artistic expression, this series offers a supportive environment to challenge yourself, connect with fellow aerialists, and experience the magic of performing.

Come ready to move, create, and tell a story in the air.

🧠 Do you find yourself stuck in your head when the moment calls for spontaneity?
🤐Does lack of confidence / negative self-talk prevent you from stepping into the spotlight?
💃 Are you ready to graduate from following others’ directions to confident and joyful artistic autonomy?

Too long have you lived in the shadows. It’s time to reclaim your center stage with Interplay!

Seasoned play-former Skyler Riela will lead you through playful and powerful practices designed to unlock your inner creative sparks. Discover ease, joy, and deeper awareness as you reconnect with personal and communal creativity using fun and incremental improv forms. Say Aloha (hello) to loving the lime light and Aloha (goodbye) to stage fright for good!

Whether you are a singer, dancer, writer, actor, artist, or have only created in your dreams, this 4 week series has something to get everyone’s creativity going:

Be part of something truly special as we prepare for our biggest stage yet, a spectacular Diwali performance at the historic Hawaiʻi Theatre on November 1!

Join Andrea in this exciting performance series as we learn choreography, refine technique, build confidence, and celebrate the beauty and joy of belly dance. Whether you’re new to belly dance or have previous experience, you’ll be supported every step of the way in a welcoming and encouraging community.

This is more than a dance class, it’s an opportunity to challenge yourself, connect with others, and experience the excitement of performing on one of Hawaiʻi’s most iconic stages. Together, we’ll celebrate the vibrant traditions of Diwali through movement, music, and storytelling.

AIA Hawai‘i Book Club features “What If We Get It Right? by Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, an inspiring and hopeful look at the future of climate action. Through conversations with architects, scientists, artists, and visionaries, Johnson explores practical solutions and imagines what a healthier, more sustainable world could look like if we make the right choices today. It's an optimistic, thought-provoking book that encourages readers to see possibility instead of despair.

The discussion will be led by Dr. Kirsten Oleson, Professor of Ecological Economics in the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management at UH Manoa. Oleson is an interdisciplinary sustainability scientist and professor at the University of Hawai‘i whose work focuses on climate adaptation, conservation, and sustainable resource management in Hawai‘i and the Pacific Islands.

Mānoa Valley Theatre opens its 2026–27 season Sept. 10 with Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill: The Musical, inspired by the groundbreaking album that defined a generation.

See detailed ticket information at https://www.manoavalleytheatre.com/

Join us in Honolulu for an immersive honolulu turkish mosaic lamp workshop experience. You'll design and create your own Turkish mosaic lamp using hand-cut stained glass tiles and beads, learning traditional techniques passed down through generations.

Our Honolulu studio provides a welcoming, creative environment perfect for both beginners and experienced makers. In 2 hours, you'll complete your project with guidance from our expert instructor, working in a group of up to 1-20 participants. No prior experience is needed—just bring your creativity and enjoy the process of making something uniquely yours.