Foster Botanical News Today

Check out the annual Honolulu Rainbow Film Festival, tour the Foster Botanical Garden and learn more about protections for LGBTQ+ elders.

The influx of visitors at Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden has prompted the Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation to consider implementing an admission fee and a reservation system. A 2022 survey found that most first-time visitors would make a reservation and would pay an admission fee to the garden, while fewer people wouldn’t. HPR's Cassie Ordonio has more.

Take advantage of the cheaper, less crowded shoulder season with a trip to these destinations this May.

Take advantage of the cheaper, less crowded shoulder season with a trip to these destinations this May.

The Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking public input on its volunteer services that include Adopt-a-Park, community gardening, bench donations, mural paintings and volunteer opportunities at city parks, botanical gardens and nature preserves.

Grab mochi for Girls’ Day, read these local books and check out a new(ish) farmers market at Windward Mall this weekend on Oʻahu.

The Hawaiʻi Triennial is off and running in Honolulu, and there’s lots to see all around the city. HPR's Noe Tanigawa reports the many art exhibits are designed to make you think and feel.

Get arts-and-craftsy, watch Moana in Hawaiian, buy Girl Scout cookies and feed baby goats this weekend on Oʻahu.

The first Hawaiʻi Triennial art festival unfolds this week in Honolulu. The festival takes place across a number of venues and celebrates Hawaiʻi’s unique position in the Asia-Pacific region through art. HPR‘s Noe Tanigawa reports.

It’s a good reason to clean up your clutter and donate to this Waikīkī installation examining exchange and engagement.