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2024 10:00am - 3:00pm

Kōkua General Store Mending Workshop

Have any damaged clothing or fabric items? Gain the introductory skills to mend your garments under the instruction of local seamstresses, Sustainably Rosalie and Rosebat Collective! This is a beginner-friendly workshop for all sewing skill levels with the goal of prolonging the life of our items. Spots are limited, so make sure to book your Learn more

2024 10:00am - 2:00pm

Upcycled Card Decorating at the Kōkua General Store

Use colorful marine debris collected from our shorelines to make beautiful greeting card designs with Hawaiʻi Pacific University Center for Marine Debris Research’s Upcycled Card Decorating activity! Create beautiful cards to give to your loved ones while also spreading awareness about ocean pollution. When: Saturday, July 13th from 10am-2pm Where: Kōkua General Store, 66-249 Kamehameha Hwy

2024 10:00am - 2:00pm

Artivism Activities at the Kōkua General Store

Continue your Plastic Free July festivities with the Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation team! Enjoy a tote bag stamping activity using upcycled stamps and plastic free storytelling in the Kōkua General Store. We encourage you to even create a pledge to reduce plastic waste in your life! When: Saturday, July 27th from 10am-2pm Where: Kōkua General Store, 66-249 Learn more

2024 10:00am - 2:00pm

Mosaic Marine Art Workshop at the Kōkua General Store

Join a fun Mosaic Marine Art Workshop led by Parley! Make mosaics using repurposed plastic materials. You’ll also have the chance to expand your knowledge on the ocean & effective ways to combat plastic pollution together! When: Saturday, July 20th from 10am-2pm Where: Kōkua General Store, 66-249 Kamehameha Hwy

2024 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Microplastic Masquerade Making at Kōkua General Store

Join us for our Plastic Free Hawaiʻi Beach Cleanup Post-Event at the Kōkua General Store in partnership with Sustainable Coastlines Hawaiʻi! Put your creativity to the test and make your own masquerade masks out of microplastics for a fun photo booth opportunity. When: Saturday, July 6th from 12pm-3pm Where: Kōkua General Store, 66-249 Kamehameha Hwy

2024 10:00am - 3:00pm

Kōkua General Store Mending Workshop

Learn how to repair your garments at our fun and informative Mending Workshop on Saturday, June 15th led by local seamstresses Sustainably Rosalie and Rosebeat Collective! This beginner-friendly workshop will equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to mend your belongings, extend the life of your favorite items, and reduce waste! Learn more and Learn more

2024 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Kōkua Learning Farm U-Pick

Gather fresh ingredients for your next home-cooked, farm to table meal at our third ever community U-Pick on Saturday, May 25 from 12:30pm-2:30pm. Harvest a variety of fresh produce from the Kōkua Learning Farm, engage with educational activities, and discover the world of local produce here in Haleʻiwa! This is a FREE event with limited Learn more

2024 10:00am - 2:00pm

Kōkua General Store Mother’s Day Pop-Up

Join us Saturday, May 11 for a Mother’s Day Pop-Up from 10am-2pm! Shop beautiful handmade ceramics by @Tart__777 and fresh local flower bouquets grown on the Kōkua Learning Farm by Diamond Island Farm! Find special, locally-made gifts–perfect for showing appreciation to the mother figures in your life! When: Saturday, May 11th from 10am-2pm Where: Kōkua General Learn more

2024 10:00am - 2:00pm

Plastic Free Hawaiʻi School Mural Art Walk

Mahalo to the 125 students from 8 different schools that are participating in the 2023-24 Plastic Free Hawaiʻi School Mural Contest with this year’s theme: SEA a Solution to Plastic Pollution! We are beyond excited to “SEA” their ideas and creativity come to life! Now it’s time to cast your vote! Join us on Saturday, Learn more

2024 10:00am - 2:00pm

Native Plant Giveaway at Kōkua General Store

Join us for a Native Plant Giveaway at the Kōkua General Store on Saturday, April 13th from 10:00am-2:00pm! Take home complimentary native plants such as ʻAeʻae, ʻAkiʻaki, Pāʻū o Hiʻiaka, and Maʻo Hau Hele grown on Kōkua Learning Farm! Learn about invasive species and what to consider when adding new plants to your garden. This Learn more