Events Archive - Kokua Hawaii Foundation

2024 10:00am - 3:00pm

Kōkua General Store Mending Workshop

Sustainably Rosalie and Rosebeat Collective are bringing their Mending Workshop back to the Kōkua General Store on Saturday, March 16! Bring a piece of clothing to mend or rework, and learn some helpful sewing techniques! This is a beginner-friendly workshop for anyone looking to repair or upcycle their clothing. Each class is $25 per spot, Learn more

03/23

2024 10:00am - 3:00pm

Kōkua General Store Honey Tasting & Hive Tour

Join us on Saturday, March 23 from 10am-3pm for a Honey Tasting and Hive Tour with Katie Metzger of Hānai Hives, our resident beekeeper on Kōkua Learning Farm! Katie will be hosting two Hive Tours, one at 11:00am and one 1:00pm, so be sure to arrive at Kōkua General Store during one of those times Learn more

03/30

2024 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waimānalo Elementary & Intermediate School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waimānalo Elementary & Intermediate School! When: March 30, 2024 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Waimānalo Elementary & Intermediate School Questions? Reach out to [email protected]

04/06

2024 9:00am - 11:00am

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation hosts monthly public community workdays, as well as private group and individual volunteer opportunities at the Kōkua Learning Farm. We welcome families, students, educators, businesses and more. Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workdays (open to the public) take place on the first Saturday of each month from 9:00am-11:30am. Projects may involve mulching, weeding, Learn more

04/06

2024 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Salt Lake Elementary School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Salt Lake Elementary School! When: April 6, 2024 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Salt Lake Elementary School Questions? Reach out to [email protected]

04/13

2024 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kalihi Waena Elementary School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kalihi Waena Elementary School! When: April 13, 2024 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Kalihi Waena Elementary School Questions? Reach out to [email protected]

04/13

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

04/20

2024 9:00am - 11:30am

Kōkua Learning Farm Earth Day Community Workday

Celebrate Earth Day 2024 with Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation! We welcome families, students, educators, and businesses to the Kōkua Learning Farm for a Community Workday from 9:00am-11:30am. Projects may involve mulching, weeding, opala collection, nursery work, planting and harvesting. Register here to join a Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

04/20

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

04/27

2024 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waialua High and Intermediate School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waialua High and Intermediate School in celebration of Earth Day! When: April 27, 2024 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Waialua High and Intermediate School Questions? Reach out to [email protected]

05/04

2024 9:00am - 11:00am

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation hosts monthly public community workdays, as well as private group and individual volunteer opportunities at the Kōkua Learning Farm. We welcome families, students, educators, businesses and more. Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workdays (open to the public) take place on the first Saturday of each month from 9:00am-11:30am. Projects may involve mulching, weeding, Learn more

05/10

2024 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Farm to Table Dinner on the Kōkua Learning Farm

We are hosting our third Farm to Table Dinner on the Kōkua Learning Farm with Chef Thomas Naylor of Ke Nui Kitchen! When: Friday, May 10, 2024 Where: Kōkua Learning Farm in Haleʻiwa Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm Mark your calendars for Friday, May 10 for a magical evening amongst family and friends to enjoy a locally grown, Learn more

05/11

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

05/11

2024 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at ʻIlima Intermediate School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at ʻIlima Intermediate School! When: May 11, 2024 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: ʻIlima Intermediate School Questions? Reach out to [email protected]

05/18

2024 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waiʻalae Public Charter School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waiʻalae Public Charter School! When: May 18, 2024 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Waiʻalae Public Charter School Questions? Reach out to [email protected]

05/25

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

06/01

2024 9:00am - 11:00am

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation hosts monthly public community workdays, as well as private group and individual volunteer opportunities at the Kōkua Learning Farm. We welcome families, students, educators, businesses and more. Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workdays (open to the public) take place on the first Saturday of each month from 9:00am-11:30am. Projects may involve mulching, weeding, Learn more

06/01

2024 10:00am - 3:00pm

Books, Games, & Puzzles Swap at the Kōkua General Store

Join us in the Kōkua General Store on Saturday, June 1st from 10am-3pm to swap gently-used books, games, and puzzles with the community! Why Book, Game, and Puzzle Swaps? This is our first Books, Games, and Puzzles Swap at Kōkua General Store! We strive to encourage reusing and extending the lifespan of our items. Swaps Learn more

06/15

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

07/06

2024 9:00am - 11:00am

Plastic Free Hawaiʻi Beach Cleanup

Join us on Saturday, July 6th from 9am-11am for our next Plastic Free Hawaiʻi Beach Cleanup at Kaiaka Bay Beach Park in Haleʻiwa. Kickstart Plastic Free July with us and help free the beach of litter left from celebrations. Mahalo to our partners who will share this special day with us in educating beach goers Learn more

07/06

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

07/13

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

07/20

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

07/27

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

08/03

2024 10:00am - 3:00pm

Kōkua General Store Clothing Swap

Join us in the Kōkua General Store on Saturday, August 3rd from 10am-3pm to swap your gently-used clothes/school supplies for some ʻnew’ preloved clothes/school supplies!. Why Clothing Swaps? We host Clothing Swaps at the Kōkua General Store to reduce waste in our landfills, extend the life of gently worn clothing items, and provide the Learn more

08/03

2024 9:00am - 11:30am

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation hosts monthly public community workdays, as well as private group and individual volunteer opportunities at the Kōkua Learning Farm. We welcome families, students, educators, businesses and more. Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workdays (open to the public) take place on the first Saturday of each month from 9:00am-11:30am. Projects may involve mulching, weeding, Learn more

08/17

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

08/24

2024 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Sunset Beach Elementary

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Sunset Beach Elementary School! When: August 24, 2024 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Sunset Beach Elementary School

08/24

2024 10:00am - 2:00pm

Kōkua Vintage Pop-Up

Swing by the store for a fun Vintage Pop-Up with an amazing Kōkua Vintage consignor, Kitsch Chicken! Susannah’s passion for colorful, expressive, pre-loved clothing is perfect for anyone looking to add sustainable vintage flair to your closet. Shop her special collection at the store this Saturday, August 24th from 10am-2pm! When: Saturday, August 24th from 10am-2pm Learn more

09/07

2024 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Pāuoa Elementary School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Pāuoa Elementary School! When: September 7, 2024 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Pāuoa Elementary School

09/07

2024 9:00am - 11:30am

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation hosts monthly public community workdays, as well as private group and individual volunteer opportunities at the Kōkua Learning Farm. We welcome families, students, educators, businesses and more. Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workdays (open to the public) take place on the first Saturday of each month from 9:00am-11:30am. Projects may involve mulching, weeding, Learn more

09/14

2024 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waipahu High School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waipahu High School! When: September 14, 2024 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Waipahu High School

09/14

2024 10:00am - 1:00pm

Kōkua General Store Community Dye Bath

Join us for our upcoming Community Dye Bath on Saturday, September 14 from 10am-1pm with the lovely, Paula Burgess! Discover the power of indigo dye, and transform your worn or stained items into vibrant blue creations. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to unleash your creativity and revamp your fabric items! This event will be $5 for Learn more

09/21

2024 10:00am - 3:00pm

Kōkua General Store Voter Registration Drive

Did you know September 17th is National Voter Registration Day? In honor of this day, we will be hosting a voter registration drive on Saturday, September 21st from 10am-3pm at the Kōkua General Store, encouraging and helping our community members to register to vote. We are partnering with When We All Vote to provide registration Learn more

09/21

2024 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Salt Lake Elementary School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Salt Lake Elementary School! When: September 21, 2024 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Salt Lake Elementary School

09/28

2024 10:00am - 2:00pm

Kōkua General Store Muʻumuʻu Swap

Celebrate Second-Hand September with us by spreading the joy of sustainable fashion at our next Mu’umu’u Swap on September 28th from 10am-2pm! Bring your pre-loved mu’u’s to trade on the day of the event and swap with Mu’umu’u Library‘s rack. We’ll be accepting gently-used, made in Hawaiʻi tagged or handmade muʻu’s only. We invite you Learn more

10/05

2024 9:00am - 11:30am

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation hosts monthly public community workdays, as well as private group and individual volunteer opportunities at the Kōkua Learning Farm. We welcome families, students, educators, businesses and more. Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workdays (open to the public) take place on the first Saturday of each month from 9:00am-11:30am. Projects may involve mulching, weeding, Learn more

11/02

2024 9:00am - 11:30am

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation hosts monthly public community workdays, as well as private group and individual volunteer opportunities at the Kōkua Learning Farm. We welcome families, students, educators, businesses and more. Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workdays (open to the public) take place on the first Saturday of each month from 9:00am-11:30am. Projects may involve mulching, weeding, Learn more

11/16

2024 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Hahaʻione Elementary School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Hahaʻione Elementary School! When: November 16, 2024 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Hahaʻione Elementary School

11/23

2024 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kahuku High & Intermediate School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kahuku High & Intermediate School! When: November 23, 2024 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Kahuku High & Intermediate School

12/07

2024 9:00am - 11:30am

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation hosts monthly public community workdays, as well as private group and individual volunteer opportunities at the Kōkua Learning Farm. We welcome families, students, educators, businesses and more. Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workdays (open to the public) take place on the first Saturday of each month from 9:00am-11:30am. Projects may involve mulching, weeding, Learn more

Calendar

Kōkua General Store Mending Workshop

Kōkua General Store Honey Tasting & Hive Tour

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waimānalo Elementary & Intermediate School

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Salt Lake Elementary School

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kalihi Waena Elementary School

Native Plant Giveaway at Kōkua General Store

Kōkua Learning Farm Earth Day Community Workday

Plastic Free Hawaiʻi School Mural Art Walk

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waialua High and Intermediate School

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Farm to Table Dinner on the Kōkua Learning Farm

Kōkua General Store Mother’s Day Pop-Up

3Rs School Recycling Drive at ʻIlima Intermediate School

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waiʻalae Public Charter School

Kōkua Learning Farm U-Pick

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Books, Games, & Puzzles Swap at the Kōkua General Store

Kōkua General Store Mending Workshop

Plastic Free Hawaiʻi Beach Cleanup

Microplastic Masquerade Making at Kōkua General Store

Upcycled Card Decorating at the Kōkua General Store

Mosaic Marine Art Workshop at the Kōkua General Store

Artivism Activities at the Kōkua General Store

Kōkua General Store Clothing Swap

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Kōkua General Store Mending Workshop

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Sunset Beach Elementary

Kōkua Vintage Pop-Up

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Pāuoa Elementary School

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waipahu High School

Kōkua General Store Community Dye Bath

Kōkua General Store Voter Registration Drive

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Salt Lake Elementary School

Kōkua General Store Muʻumuʻu Swap

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Hahaʻione Elementary School

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kahuku High & Intermediate School

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

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