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Habitat for Humanity on Kauai

Did you know that Kauai has it’s very own chapter of Habitat for Humanity? With the recent sad news of President Carter’s illness, Habitat has been on our minds. They truly do God’s work in all their endeavors & show the way of a loving spirit. We don’t usually post press releases here, but we […]

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 […]

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 […]