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The collection includes more than 28,000 phonographic records and 650 instruments.
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Katrina Valcourt graduated from UH Mānoa with a degree in communication, completing the Video and Digital Cinema track while interning with the alternative newspaper Honolulu Weekly, where she continued to work until the publication folded in 2013. Shortly after, she joined the editorial team of HONOLULU Magazine, filling every role from temporary assistant to interim editorial director. She is now the executive editor of HONOLULU and spends her free time volunteering with the Hawai‘i International Film Festival and throwing pots at Hawai‘i Potters’ Guild.
The collection includes more than 28,000 phonographic records and 650 instruments.
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Tracks from artists with Hawai‘i ties that we have on repeat.
‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i is an official state language, and you can learn it for free.
As the drink trends nationally, a new kava bar just opened in Waialua.
See Hawai‘i’s first Cirque du Soleil residency show, laugh along with Frank DeLima and cheer on football and golf games this winter.
Mark your calendar for these pop-up markets and fairs and get ready to shop small!
Create new memories with your out-of-town guests, whether they’re from Hawai‘i or elsewhere.
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Even just a little movement can increase your health and wellness dramatically.
Cory Kubota was overweight, overworked and experiencing health problems when he decided to make a change.
Along with the returning stars, Moana 2 has locals Dana Ledoux Miller and Bryson Chun behind the scenes.
Zippy’s just announced a second location in Las Vegas—but four years after this publication, Katrina’s eight picks are content to stay in the Islands.
The 2024 Hawai‘i International Film Festival celebrated this year’s winners and honorees at the Halekūlani Hotel on Oct. 12.
We’re bringing back this cover feature from HONOLULU Magazine’s March issue because it covers everything brunch: standout dishes, newer spots, beery brunches and a where-to-go-if guide.
The new Waiānuenue project brings change to the neighborhood meant to better connect with the UH Mānoa community.
The space that taught kitchen skills and stress-free recipes is back in a new spot. First up: slow and easy Sunday dinners taught by local chefs.
Spend an evening with John Legend, help clean up Kaimukī, sample premium sake and shop minerals and gemstones this fall.
My gratitude app steers me to focus on the positive, even when things fall apart.
The Hawai‘i International Film Festival’s fall lineup is here. Here’s what you need to know.
With chef Roy Yamaguchi at the helm, O‘ahu’s acclaimed culinary program joins with a mainland-based partner on courses to elevate Hawai‘i’s dining scene.
The new center at UH Mānoa connects student entrepreneurs with the local business community.
We’re honored to take home first, second and third place awards from the Society of Professional Journalists Hawai‘i Chapter for work we published last year.
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Where to staycation, pet animals, take a tour for locals and visitors to enjoy and more of the best ways to have fun on O‘ahu.
Easy to see why Hawai‘i is the healthiest state in the nation when we have the best outdoor yoga, watersports and more ways to live well.
Treat yourself to beauty and self-care services like the best custom essential oil blend, head massage, eyelash extensions and more.
Our editors picked 14 top categories plus 20 readers’ choices to establish the best food and drinks on O‘ahu this year.
Catch Carrie Underwood and Kapena live, celebrate all things ‘ukulele, get inked at a tattoo expo and enjoy local music in the open air.
Hawai‘i receives the largest repatriation of Native Hawaiian artifacts in history.
Summer break is a good time to revisit this memory about the best school cafeteria food around—not just because it was free.
The 13th Festival of Pacific Arts & Culture comes to Hawai‘i for the first time with multiple venues on O‘ahu hosting exhibits and performances.
We break down all the info you need about camping on O‘ahu: where to go, what to bring, how to set up, how to level up and more.
A look at the local advocacy group’s historic preservation efforts then and now.
Explore Bishop Museum after dark, sip and shop small at Kāhala Mall and catch comedian Sheng Wang live at Hawai‘i Theatre.
From coffee to late-night, you’ll find thoughtful offerings at Common Ground, The Dotted Line and Yours Truly.
There are so many ways to take advantage of living here, beyond the beach.
Cheer on the ’Bows at the Big West Men’s Volleyball Championship, see Sasha Colby live and celebrate all things Spam.
Head to Ward for a grocery store sanctuary, Kailua for some locally sourced coffee or another one of these remote work-friendly spots.