Nene Habitat Conservation Plan Talk Sept. 9
On September 9, Dr. Christian Vlautin will give a talk about Hawaii’s state bird, the nene. She’ll cover nene biology, their place in the ecosystem & the Kauai Nene Habitat Conservation Plan, which is under development. We’re lucky on Kauai to have more nene than anywhere else in the world. Stop by the library on […]
McBryde Garden Movie Night Sept 6
You probably know that the latest Pirates of the Caribbean movie, On Stranger Tides was filmed on Kauai. Much of the filming was done at the National Tropical Botanical Garden, McBryde Garden, in Poipu. This Labor Day weekend, on the evening of September 6, you can see the movie & tour the set locations. The […]
International Day of Peace is September 21
Celebrate the International Day of Peace right here on Kauai. Faith organizations are joining to exemplify the theme of Partnerships for Peace. There will be speakers, a candle light walk & more all beginning at Storybook Theatre. Join in bringing God’s promise of peace to our world.
Head Start on Kauai
Early education is so important for setting children on the right path to adulthood. One of the long-standing & most effective programs for this is head start, but too few people know about it. If you have pre-school youngsters or have friends who do, you may want to let them know about the many programs […]
Kauai County Farm Fair Is This Weekend!
It’s Fair time! Lots & lots of fun things happening, from 4H to rides to free shows — the Kauai Country Farm Fair is always great fun. So dig out your sun hats, get those ride tickets at Times & Big Save markets & join us at the fair! It all starts today & runs […]
More Summer Fun at Makanalani Kids’ Camp 2015
A day at the beach, a trip to the mountains just behind Makanalani or simply hanging out in the pasture with our horses, it’s all wonderful summer fun for everyone.
Sand Castle Contest this Weekend!
Whether you want to make your sand castle dream or just want to view the amazing work of others, this is an event you don’t want to miss. Every year hundreds of people make fantastic sand castles on Hanalei Bay. Maybe yours will be one of the winners this year! More information below: Saturday, August […]
Kauai & Canoes
Canoes are not only an integral part of Hawaiian culture, they are very much a part of life on Kauai today. Many of us paddle for fun & health, & it is great fun! Others just enjoy watching the many canoe races that take place throughout the year on every part of the island. We […]
Waimea Plantation Lifestyle Tour
We posted this in the Spring, but it’s a great tour, so we thought we’d give them another shout out. Would you like a glimpse into Kauai’s past? Join the Waimea Plantation Lifestyle Tour & learn about the Waimea Sugar Company as well as viewing charming plantation architecture. The tours run Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday & […]
Homeschooling?
The homeschooling movement has matured in the last few decades. Now many children are homeschooled & their success is a testimony to how effective it can be. Many homeschooled children excel at academics, &, of course, homeschooling also allows you the opportunity to assure that your children are getting the moral & ethical lessons you […]