“Explore” is the theme of this year’s Springfest event, one of two signature annual gatherings of the Hawaii Macintosh & Apple User Society (HMAUS). Taking place on the campus of Kapiolani Community College, Springfest is a free, casual conference that offers presentations and workshops inspired by Apple technology. Topics include photography and digital art, as [...]

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Startup Weekend Honolulu went down over a 54-hour jam session in Kakaako, in conjunction with other Startup Weekend events happening around the world. The goal? To pitch, design, code and launch a startup in less than three days. The event was hosted at The Greenhouse Innovation Hub on Auahi Street. On Friday, several ideas were proposed, [...]

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This Sunday brings the annual Institute for Astronomy Open House in Manoa. As a science-positive geek dad, it’s one of my favorite family events, and you can browse photos I took last year on Flickr. There are many hands-on activities, from dry ice comet making to sunspot observing, informative displays, and several expert talks. It’s a [...]

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If the Aloha Stadium's Swap Meet had a young hipster cousin, then it'd be the monthly Art & Flea Market. At less than two years, it's apparent that baby cuzzo got the fashion genes; a mix of hipster, vintage, urban and mod fills its treasure chests of locally handmade stuff at a first-of-its-kind event on [...]

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After a work meeting in downtown Honolulu, I had a hankering for a hot dog. Not wanting to settle for just any run of the mill Oscar Meyer, I headed over to Hanks Haute Dogs, the crème de le crème of dogs and a true wiener. I mean winner. Featured on hit TV shows, such [...]

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The vast open space at the foot of Diamond Head Crater is always packed with action – from soccer and rugby games to family picnics and cultural festivals. At 170-acres, Kapi‘olani Park serves as a nice respite from urban Honolulu and a home to several island landmarks, including the Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki Aquarium and Waikiki War Memorial [...]

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Three of them, to be exact. Mainland ’Maxxinistas’ probably don’t get too excited about a new store opening, but here on the island, any addition to our shopping options is a celebration, especially when it also offers substantial savings for our already-strained pocketbooks.   TJ Maxx sits on Auahi Street, across of Tango Market. Returning [...]

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You can't miss "The Wall" in Waikiki. It's almost as prominent as the Duke statue a couple blocks west on Kalakaua and protrudes into offshore waters as a pier-like structure. Daily, tourists shuffle through the sandy walkway for the picture-perfect vantage point and the glassy, reef barrels below as dare devils of all ages take a [...]

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Cinco de Mayo revelers can look forward to the biggest moon of the year this Saturday. They're calling it a super moon and expect it to be at its fullest and brightest right before midnight. So what does that mean for people in Hawai‘i? A beautiful moonlit night on Kaua‘i. It means experiencing the outdoors [...]

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I'm always in search of live music, whether I'm traveling or cruising at home in the islands. So when I heard about the Twilight Jazz concert at Royal Hawaiian Center, I jumped on the opportunity to enjoy a free show under the stars at one of Waikiki's happening spots. Local singer Starr Kalahiki serenades the audience [...]

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Today, May 1, has been dubbed Lei Day in Hawai‘i, a day to recognize the custom of giving and receiving lei. Lei is not only a symbol of aloha, but it's a special gesture of sharing mana (spirit) with a loved one (a colleague, friend, parent, child). Great care is taken when gathering the materials [...]

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I love Twitter. It’s a fast and efficient social network and status stream based on short messages. And today, the Hawaii-based team at Shacked Software released an app that pairs Twitter’s modern, real-time stream of news with some vintage, old-school technology. TeleTweet [iTunes link] is a Twitter client that unearths an unexpected and clever connection [...]

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{EAV:635a2c439862a97d}The red carpet was opened to Hawaii Five-0 fans this weekend, as filming for the second season wrapped up. This decidedly non-networking event was more of a thank you to viewers from one of the islands' favorite on-screen personalities. Taylor Wily gives his fans true star treatment on the red carpet. Taylor Wily plays shave [...]

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Mother Earth takes care of billions of people, so to recognize her generosity, why not treat her to lunch? That's the plan for today. In celebration of Earth Day, The Nature Conservancy of Hawai‘i will be hosting a huge picnic at the He‘eia Pier Deli in Kane‘ohe. People will not only fill their bellies in [...]

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Rainbows rank close to sunsets on a visitor's list of Hawai‘i must-sees. Their vibrant spectrum of colors light up the skies – as they bridge together sleepy towns – and can be seen from almost anywhere on the island. Rainbow Falls, however, is unlike any rainbow you'll see. The waterfall's mist reflects the morning sun [...]

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This weekend is an exciting time for residents and visitors in Hana, Maui as it is the 20th annual East Maui Taro Festival! This two-day festival began in 1992 to bring together the community of Hana and as an opportunity for farmers, artisans, cultural practitioners, scientists, visitors and other community members to network. Its symbol [...]

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The best description I've heard of a crack seed store was that it resembled a science laboratory in Asia. Asia, yes – crack seed comes from China. Science lab, maybe? At the front of most stores, the preserved dried fruit sits in large glass jars – similar to fermented science experiments waiting to be poked [...]

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Actor Taylor Wily is a true Hawaiian super star. As soon as he pulled up to the Kaimuki municipal lot in his Lincoln Navigator, people started to notice. A guy waiting at a traffic light rolled down his window to congratulate Taylor on his continued success in Hawaii Five-0, while others gawked and pointed from behind [...]

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The waves that have been hitting Kailua Beach this winter did more than the usual seasonal damage. I couldn't believe how bad it was. A daily walk along the beachfront, from Kalapawai Market to the boat ramp, has been part of my life for the last three years. But this winter, I stopped going completely [...]

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Many people save up their entire lives for that once-in-a-lifetime trip to Hawai‘i; some even put it at the top of their bucket lists of things to do before they "kick the bucket," so to speak. If you could get a dream getaway to the Hawaiian Islands, what would you do?  A beautiful Honolulu sunset [...]

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The Hawaii Geek Meet will once again be held at Magic Island in Ala Moana Beach Park, Picnic Area #40, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. this Sunday, April 15. You can RSVP on Facebook, but what matters most is that you join us. Bring your friends, your family, some food to share (and some [...]

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Decades ago, an old, wooden ship crashed in waters offshore of Po‘ipu on the South side of Kaua‘i. It may not have been as exciting as The Pirates of the Caribbean, but the nautical wreckage became a common sight for beach-goers, who eventually named the beach, Shipwrecks. Hurricane ‘Iwa dismantled what was left of the [...]

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Growing up in Hawai?i, I was fortunate to have a plethora of island fruits to nibble on. Guavas, mountain apples and liliko?i sustained my sisters and I as we played in the mountains by our house, and almost every yard had apple banana, lychee, orange and tangerine trees.  Mango art at its finest. This is [...]

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The pier in Hanalei Bay has become a popular and iconic Kaua‘i hangout over the years. Teens cannonball into the waters below, fishermen cast out lures and tourists chill under the pavilion at the end of the pier. It's a favorite spot of mine whenever I'm on the island, to slow down and cool off with a mid-day plunge [...]

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The Dalai Lama of Tibet graced Hawai‘i with his presence this weekend, where he not only shared messages of compassion and patience but also the traditional Hawaiian ha (breath) with a few who attended the welcoming ceremony.  Hawaiians often greeted each other by sharing ha, or their breath. This exchange of breath is done when [...]

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