Events Archive - Kokua Hawaii Foundation

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

10/01 - 10/31

2024

Kōkua General Store Halloween Costume Swap

Join us in the Kōkua General Store on Saturday, October 26 from 10am-3pm to swap your gently-used Halloween costumes for ʻnew’ preloved costumes! Can’t make the swap day on the 26th? Never fear! Our swap racks will be out for trading all month long – October 1st through the 31st! Why Costume Swaps? We 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

10/26

2024 9:00am - 12:00pm

Members-Only Beach Cleanup

Calling all Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation Members! Get ready to face your fears and roll up your sleeves for a spooktacular member exclusive beach cleanup at the James Campbell Wildlife Refuge in Kahuku on Saturday, October 26th! The James Campbell Wildlife Refuge is overwhelmed by a high volume of heavy and monstrous marine debris, so we’ll Learn more

11/08

2024 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Farm to Table Dinner on the Kōkua Learning Farm | November 8, 2024

Local chefs Mark Noguchi and Nick Erker of Pili Group sourced produce from the Kōkua Learning Farm, local farms, farmers, and fishermen to create a delicious, close to the source meal for our fifth Farm to Table Dinner. They are bringing the holiday spirit a bit early this year, with all of your favorite Hawaiian Learn more

11/09

2024 10:00am - 2:00pm

Kōkua General Store Clothing Swap

Clear out your closets & refresh your wardrobe before the busy upcoming holiday season and participate in our last Clothing Swap of 2024. Join us on Saturday, November 9th from 10am-2pm to swap gently-used clothes/school supplies for some ʻnew’ preloved items. Why Clothing Swaps? We host Clothing Swaps at the Kōkua General Store to reduce Learn more

11/16

2024 10:00am - 1:00pm

Kōkua Learning Farm Fun Day

We are so excited for the Kōkua Learning Farm Fun Day on Saturday, November 16th from 10am to 1pm! Join us for a morning full of activities for the whole ʻohana. Pick fresh herbs & flowers, take home cuttings to grow, explore different zones on the farm through a scavenger hunt, and get in on 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 10:00am - 2:00pm

Pua Pressing at the Kōkua General Store

Spread the love and get crafty this holiday season through gifting handmade cards to your loved ones! Join us at our upcoming Pua Pressing Workshop on Saturday, November 23rd from 10am to 2pm! Design your own recycled cards using pressed flowers and native plants from the Kōkua Learning Farm. We hope to see you there! Learn more

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

12/01 - 12/21

2024

Toy Swap at the Kōkua General Store

Trade your pre-loved toys with us! This keiki-centered swap is a great way to help reduce toy waste, clean out toy boxes before the holidays, and also find “new” treasures to cherish. From December 1st through the 21st, drop off gently-used toys during store hours & either swap with the toy collection day-of or come Learn more

12/07

2024 10:00am - 2:00pm

Upcycled Crafts at the Kōkua General Store

Join us on Saturday, December 7th from 10am-2pm TO Create your own eco-friendly snowman ornaments using upcycled materials at Kōkua General Store, a perfect eco-friendly decoration! When: Saturday, December 7th from 10am-2pm Where: Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation, 66-249 Kamehameha Hwy

12/07

2024 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kainalu Elementary School

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

12/14

2024 10:00am - 2:00pm

Kōkua Holiday Market

Save the date and join us on Saturday, December 14th for our annual Kōkua Holiday Market and the ʻĀINA Farm Stand Grand Opening! Shop small, vintage, and local gifts from an array of amazing, Hawaiʻi-based businesses. Walk through the newly established Backyard Garden to check out a few of our local vendors, including Ke Nui Learn more

12/14

2024 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Mililani High School

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

12/14

2024 8:30am - 2:00pm

ʻĀINA Farm Stand Grand Opening

Celebrate with us at the ʻĀINA Farm Stand Grand Opening! Walk through the newly established Backyard Garden to check out a few of our local vendors, including Ke Nui Kitchen and the Country Eatery, who will be serving up yummy brunch items. We also encourage you to get to know your local farmers by purchasing Learn more

01/04

2025 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

01/11

2025 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Hauʻula Elementary School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Hauʻula Elementary School! When: January 11, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Hauʻula Elementary School

01/18

2025 10:00am - 1:00pm

Kōkua General Store Community Dye Bath

Join us on Saturday, January 18th from 10:00am-1:00pm for our next Community Dye Bath with the lovely Paula Burgess! Refresh your worn, stained garments with beautiful blue designs using indigo dye! Bring your own clothing or small items (those made with natural fibers such as cotton or linen work best!) & get creative with us. Learn more

01/20

2025 9:00am - 2:00pm

MLK Jr. Day of Service Kahuku Beach Cleanup

Join us this Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service for a meaningful opportunity to give back to our community and honor Dr. King’s legacy. Together, we’ll steward the coastline through a hands-on cleanup effort, making a tangible difference for our oceans and community. This day is about more than just service—it’s about coming together Learn more

01/25

2025 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at SEEQS

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at SEEQS! When: January 25, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: SEEQS Charter School

01/25

2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

Muʻu Swap & Pop-Up at Kōkua General Store

Celebrate Muʻumuʻu Month and find beautiful new pieces to swap or shop from Muʻumuʻu Library and Bungalow Guchi. Join us on Saturday, January 25th from 10:00am-2:00pm to swap from their swappable collections by bringing any Hawaiʻi-made, good-condition muʻus from home. Don’t have a muʻu to swap? We invite you to check it out and browse Learn more

02/01

2025 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

02/01

2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

Kōkua General Store Eco Valentine’s Card-Decorating

Spread love sustainably this Valentine’s Day! Join us for an Eco Valentine’s Card-Decorating craft on Saturday, February 1st, between 10am and 2pm, where you can design your own holiday card using upcycled, scrap materials. When: Saturday, February 1 from 10am-2pm Where: Kōkua General Store, 66-249 Kamehameha Hwy

02/01

2025 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Hawaiʻi School for the Deaf & the Blind

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Hawaiʻi School for the Deaf & the Blind! When: February 1, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Hawaiʻi School for the Deaf & the Blind

02/08

2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

Valentine’s Shop & Blend at Kōkua General Store

Looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift pairing? Stop by between 10am-2pm on Saturday, February 8th to make your own tea bag with herbs grown on Kōkua Learning Farm, then pair it with handmade ceramics from Jac + Jil’s pop-up collection! Stay tuned for more information about this event. When: Saturday, February 8 from 10am-2pm Where: Learn more

02/08

2025 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Niu Valley Intermediate School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Niu Valley Intermediate School! When: February 8, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Niu Valley Intermediate School

02/15

2025 10:00am - 3:00pm

Kōkua General Store Clothing Swap

Join us in the Kōkua General Store on Saturday, February 15th from 10am-2pm to swap your gently-used clothes for some ʻnew’ preloved clothes from the community! 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 Learn more

02/21

2025 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Farm to Table Dinner on the Kōkua Learning Farm | February 21, 2025

We are so excited to feature Chef Dave Caldiero from 53 By The Sea for our first Farm to Table Dinner of 2025 on the Kōkua Learning Farm. Mark your calendars for Friday, February 21st from 5:00pm to 8:00pm to enjoy a delicious, locally-sourced meal with family and friends. Chef Dave Caldiero and his team Learn more

02/22

2025 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at University Lab School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at University of Hawaiʻi Mānoa Lab School! When: February 22, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: University of Hawaiʻi Mānoa Lab School

03/01

2025 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

03/08

2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

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

Join us in the Kōkua General Store on Saturday, March 8th from 10am-2pm to swap gently-used books, games, and puzzles with the community! Why Book, Game, and Puzzle Swaps? This is our third Books, Games, and Puzzles Swap at Kōkua General Store! We strive to encourage reusing and extending the lifespan of our items. Learn more

03/08

2025 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Ahuimanu Elementary School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Ahuimanu Elementary School! When: March 8, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Ahuimanu Elementary School

03/13

2025 5:30pm - 6:45pm

Full Moon Yoga Class with The Den Hawaiʻi

Join us for a very special event on the Kokua Learning Farm with our friends at The Den Hawaiʻi! Celebrate March’s Full Moon and flow underneath the moonlight on Thursday, March 13th from 5:30pm-6:45pm for a nurturing 75 minute gentle flow and sound bath led by Emily Meersand. You can access tickets for the event Learn more

03/15

2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

Mahina Stamping & Storytime at Kōkua General Store

Celebrate the mahina with us at our Moon Stamping and Storytime on Saturday, March 15th. Design moon-inspired cards and bookmarks using eco-friendly stamps made from banana plants, with book read-alouds each hour (11am, 12pm, and 1pm) for crafting keiki to enjoy! All ages are welcome for this creative, artistic activity! When: Saturday, March 15 from 10am-2pm Learn more

03/15

2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Mahina Workshop with Dr. Summer Maunakea

Learn more about the concepts of kilo and planting according to the Hawaiian moon calendar at our Mahina Workshop with Dr. Summer Maunakea! Reserve your spot for Saturday, March 15th from 1pm-3pm to design your own kilo journals & learn more about moon phases with family-friendly activities. All participants will receive a free moon calendar! Learn more

03/22

2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

Native Plant Giveaway at the Kōkua General Store

Kick off the spring season at our Native Plant Giveaway! On Saturday, March 22nd from 10:00am-2:00pm, swing by the store to pick up to 4 native plants, grown on Kōkua Learning Farm. We’ll have an array of nanea, ‘ilima papa, ‘ae’ae, kalo huli, and more! We’ll be joined by Kaʻohao School, selling their vermicast! Interested Learn more

03/26

2025 9:00am - 12:00pm

Plastic Free Hawaiʻi Beach Cleanup

We are excited to collaborate with The College of Education (COE) for a beach cleanup on Wednesday, March 26 from 9am-12pm at Waimānalo Bay Beach Park. Join us to learn more plastic pollution, marine life conservation, ecosystem health, sustainable practices, climate change, and community action, all while making an impact. Register Here! For more information, Learn more

03/29

2025 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at ʻIlima Elementary School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at ʻIlima Elementary School! When: March 29, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: ʻIlima Elementary School

04/05

2025 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

04/12

2025 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kaiser High School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kaiser High School! When: April 12, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Kaiser High School

04/18

2025 10:00am - 1:00pm

Kōkua Learning Farm Fun Day

We are excited to host our second Kōkua Learning Farm Fun Day in honor of Earth Month on Friday, April 18th from 10am-1pm in conjunction with the Plastic Free Hawaiʻi School Mural Art Walk to vote for your favorite school mural piece. Save the date for a day full of farm fun activities, arts & Learn more

04/26

2025 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Moanalua Elementary School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Moanalua Elementary School! When: April 26, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Moanalua Elementary School

05/03

2025 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kīpapa Elementary School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kīpapa Elementary School! When: May 3, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Kīpapa Elementary School

05/03

2025 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

05/10

2025 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Pearl City Elementary School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Pearl City Elementary School! When: May 10, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Pearl City Elementary School

05/17

2025 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waiʻalae Elementary Public Charter School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waiʻalae Elementary Public Charter School! When: May 17, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Waiʻalae Elementary Public Charter School

06/07

2025 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

07/05

2025 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

08/02

2025 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

09/06

2025 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

10/04

2025 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

11/01

2025 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

12/06

2025 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 Muʻumuʻu Swap

Kōkua General Store Halloween Costume Swap

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Members-Only Beach Cleanup

Farm to Table Dinner on the Kōkua Learning Farm | November 8, 2024

Kōkua General Store Clothing Swap

Kōkua Learning Farm Fun Day

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Hahaʻione Elementary School

Pua Pressing at the Kōkua General Store

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kahuku High & Intermediate School

Toy Swap at the Kōkua General Store

Upcycled Crafts at the Kōkua General Store

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kainalu Elementary School

Kōkua Holiday Market

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Mililani High School

ʻĀINA Farm Stand Grand Opening

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Hauʻula Elementary School

Kōkua General Store Community Dye Bath

MLK Jr. Day of Service Kahuku Beach Cleanup

3Rs School Recycling Drive at SEEQS

Muʻu Swap & Pop-Up at Kōkua General Store

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Kōkua General Store Eco Valentine’s Card-Decorating

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Hawaiʻi School for the Deaf & the Blind

Valentine’s Shop & Blend at Kōkua General Store

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Niu Valley Intermediate School

Kōkua General Store Clothing Swap

Farm to Table Dinner on the Kōkua Learning Farm | February 21, 2025

3Rs School Recycling Drive at University Lab School

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

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

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Ahuimanu Elementary School

Full Moon Yoga Class with The Den Hawaiʻi

Mahina Stamping & Storytime at Kōkua General Store

Mahina Workshop with Dr. Summer Maunakea

Native Plant Giveaway at the Kōkua General Store

Plastic Free Hawaiʻi Beach Cleanup

3Rs School Recycling Drive at ʻIlima Elementary School

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kaiser High School

Kōkua Learning Farm Fun Day

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Moanalua Elementary School

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kīpapa Elementary School

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Pearl City Elementary School

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waiʻalae Elementary Public Charter School

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

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