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2025

Plastic Free July Bring Your Own Reusable Week

Ceramics Pop-Up & Upcycled T-Shirt Activity at the Kōkua General Store When: Saturday, July 12 from 10am-2pm Shop handmade ceramics from TART to find your new reusable staple and make a t-shirt tote bag or apron using old t-shirts! Either bring 2 shirts you no longer wear OR choose from our stack of secondhand shirts. Learn more

07/10

2025 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Full Moon Yoga on the Kōkua Learning Farm

Next Full Moon Yoga with The Den Hawaiʻi Join us alongside our friends at The Den Hawaiʻi to celebrate July’s Full Moon! Move through a 75 minute vinyasa flow and sound bath underneath the moonlight led by Emily Meersandon on Thursday, July 10 from 6:00pm-7:15pm. You can access tickets for the event now using this Learn more

07/15 - 07/19

2025

Plastic Free July Use it, Refill it, Love it Week

Scent Your Own Laundry Powder at the Kōkua General Store When: Saturday, July 19 from 10am-2pm Choose from rosewood, bergamot, and lemon essential oil! North Shore Soap Factory will blend your custom scent up to 16 oz per person at $0.33/oz while supplies last! Don’t forget to bring your own container. Promos of the Learn more

07/22 - 07/26

2025

Plastic Free July Shop Local, Act Global Week

Vintage Aloha Pop-Up & Mending Service at the Kōkua General Store When: Saturday, July 26 from 10am-2pm Discover unique finds and support local! Browse vintage aloha shirts and one-of-a-kind secondhand clothing from our local consignor, Rex the Surf Dog. Give preloved fashion a second life and add some fresh flair to your wardrobe! Need 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

08/09

2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

Make Your Own Upcycled Jewelry at Kōkua General Store

Swing by the store on Saturday, August 9 between 10am-2pm for a fun, keiki-friendly craft! Together, we’ll transform scrap, pre-loved materials into handmade jewelry. Create colorful paper beads from old magazines and add to string made from secondhand t-shirts. Design your own necklaces and bracelets while reducing waste! When: Saturday, August 9 from 10am-2pm Where: Kōkua Learn more

08/16

2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

Kōkua General Store Clothing Swap

Join us in the Kōkua General Store on Saturday, August 16th 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

08/22

2025 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Farm to Table Dinner on the Kōkua Learning Farm | August 22, 2025

We are hosting next Farm to Table Dinner on the Kōkua Learning Farm with Chef Jose Gonzalez-Maya from Monkeypod Kitchen Ko Olina! When: Friday, August 22, 2025 Where: Kōkua Learning Farm in Haleʻiwa Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm We are so excited to feature Chef Jose Gonzalez-Maya from Monkeypod Kitchen Ko Olina for our next Farm to Table Learn more

08/23

2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

Kōkua General Store Eco Zine Crafting

Explore the fun art of zines on Saturday, August 23rd! We’ll have paper and secondhand magazines to turn into special creations through drawing, coloring, and collage-making. This is a hands-on way to be crafty while repurposing old materials. Drop in anytime between 10:00am-2:00pm for this free, keiki-friendly activity. When: Saturday, August 23 from 10am-2pm Where: Kōkua Learn more

08/23

2025 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Sunset Beach Elementary School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Sunset Beach Elementary School! When: August 23, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Sunset Beach Elementary School

08/30

2025 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at James Campbell High School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at James Campbell High School! When: August 30, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: James Campbell High School

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

09/06

2025 11:30am - 1:30pm

Mānoa Chocolate Tasting at ʻĀINA Farm Stand

Join us for Mānoa Chocolate Tasting at the ʻĀINA Farm Stand on Saturday, September 6 from 11:30am-1:30pm! Dive deep into how chocolate is made and taste test some of Mānoa Chocolate’s originals. Also available for purchase in the ʻĀINA Farm Stand is our newest collaboration, the Kōkua Learning Farm chocolate bar! When: Saturday, September 6 from Learn more

09/06

2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

Honey Tasting at Kōkua General Store

September is National Honey Month! Expand your knowledge on our favorite buzzing pollinators and taste-test an array of honeys with Katie Metzger of Hānai Hives. Katie is our resident beekeeper on Kōkua Learning Farm, a great source of knowledge on all things bees and honey! Stop by anytime on Saturday, September 6th from 10:00am-2:00pm. Learn more

09/06

2025 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drives at Hauʻula Elementary School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Hauʻula Elementary School! When: September 6, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Hauʻula Elementary School

09/13

2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

Muʻumuʻu Swap & Pop-Up at Kōkua General Store

Join our Muʻumuʻu Swap and Pop-Up on Saturday, September 13th from 10:00am–2:00pm! We’re partnering with Muʻumuʻu Library to host a unique swap dedicated to sustainable, local fashion. For day-of swapping, bring muʻu that are made in Hawaiʻi or handmade & in good condition (no major holes, rips, or stains). Then, browse their swap racks to Learn more

09/13

2025 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 13, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Salt Lake Elementary School

09/20

2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

Kōkua General Store Beach Swap

We are excited for our first ever Beach Swap! Join us in the Kōkua General Store on Saturday, September 20th from 10am–2pm to swap your gently-used beach gear with some ʻnew’ preloved items from the community! Why Beach Swaps? We’re hosting a Beach Swap at the Kōkua General Store to reduce waste in our landfills, Learn more

09/20

2025 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kamiloʻiki Elementary School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kamiloʻiki Elementary School! When: September 20, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Kamiloʻiki Elementary School

10/01 - 10/31

2025

Halloween Costume Swap at Kōkua General Store

Ready to have a sustainable Halloween with us? Our Halloween Costume Swap runs all month long during store hours. Come swap your lightly-worn costumes with others in the community by browsing our Preloved Costume Rack! Save on costume costs while reducing holiday waste this spooky season! We’ll be accepting clean, gently-used, family-friendly costumes in good 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

10/04

2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

Kōkua General Store Books, Games, & Puzzles Swap

Join us in the Kōkua General Store on Saturday, October 4th from 10am-2pm to swap gently-used books, games, and puzzles with the community! Why Book, Game, and Puzzle Swaps? This is our 5th Books, Games, and Puzzles Swap at Kōkua General Store! We strive to encourage reusing and extending the lifespan of our items. Swaps Learn more

10/04

2025 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kahuku High School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kahuku High School! When: October 4, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Kahuku High School

10/04

2025 11:30am - 1:30pm

ʻĀINA Farm Stand Citrus Tote Stamping

Join us on Saturday October, 4th from 11:30am-1:30pm for our Citrus Tote Stamping activity! Stamp your very own Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation tote bag with citrus from local farms! Here at the ʻĀINA Farm Stand we give our produce multiple lives and enjoy educating our community on how to do so! Such as turning fruit in Learn more

10/18

2025 10:00am - 1:00pm

Indigo Dye Bath at Kōkua General Store

It’s that time again! Join us for a day of indigo dyeing at our upcoming Community Dye Bath on Saturday, October 18th. Bring your stained shirts, shorts, pillowcases, and other small-sized items to transform with indigo! Come by anytime between 10:00am-1:00pm. $5.00 donation for each item dyed, with 100% of proceeds benefiting Kōkua Hawai’i Foundation. Learn more

10/25

2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

Kōkua Learning Farm Fun Day

Save the date and register for the Kōkua Learning Farm Fun Day on Saturday, October 25 from 10am-2pm! We have a great lineup of festive activities to celebrate Farm to School Month and Halloween, including a mini pumpkin patch where you can purchase and decorate your very own pumpkin. Be sure to wear your favorite 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

11/01

2025 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at SEEQS

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at SEEQS Public Charter School! When: November 1, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: SEEQS Public Charter School

11/08

2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

Kōkua General Store Eco-Card Decorating

Join us on Saturday, November 8 anytime between 10am-2pm for a creative, hands-on activity where you can design your own cards using banana stalks for stamping & kalo leaves for impression rubbing. This is a crafty, kid-friendly activity to embrace native plants, sustainability, and art all in one! When: Saturday, November 8 from 10am-2pm Where: Kōkua Learn more

11/15

2025 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: November 15, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Waimānalo Elementary & Intermediate School

11/15

2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

Kōkua General Store Bouquet Making

In celebration of the ‘ĀINA Farm Stand’s one-year anniversary, we’re assembling bouquets using herbs grown right on the Kōkua Learning Farm! Swing by the Kōkua General Store on Saturday, November 15 between 10am-2pm to create your own locally inspired arrangement. When: Saturday, November 15 from 10am-2pm Where: Kōkua General Store, 66-249 Kamehameha Hwy

11/15

2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

ʻĀINA Farm Stand Anniversary Farmer’s Market

Since opening our doors in November 2024, we’ve connected our community through food and shared the stories of our local farmers. From fresh produce to frozen treats, yummy cafe items, value-added products, and so much more, we’d like to extend our biggest mahalo to each customer who stepped foot in the ʻĀINA Farm Stand. Join Learn more

11/21

2025 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Kōkua Learning Farm to Table Dinner | Friday, November 21

We are hosting next Farm to Table Dinner on the Kōkua Learning Farm with Chef Andrew Le from The Pig & The Lady! When: Friday, November 21, 2025 Where: Kōkua Learning Farm in Haleʻiwa Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm We are so excited to feature Chef Andrew Le from The Pig & The Lady for our next Farm Learn more

11/22

2025 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 22, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Hahaʻione Elementary School

12/02 - 12/23

2025

Kōkua General Store Toy Swap

Want to clear out your toy boxes while finding gently-used ones to trade with? We’ll be hosting our yearly Toy Swap throughout December, from December 2 to 23 during store operating hours, to encourage preloved swapping during the holidays! Bring your preloved, good condition toys & take home something “new”. Due to limited space, we’re accepting Learn more

12/06

2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

Kōkua General Store Ornament Craft

Celebrate the season sustainably at our Upcycled Ornament Activity on Saturday, December 6! Swing by the store anytime between 10am and 2pm to craft your own eco-friendly ornament, repurposing a mix of scrap and secondhand materials. This hands-on activity is great for all ages and a fun way to add a personal, planet-conscious touch to 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

12/13

2025 10:00am - 2:00pm

Hawaiʻi Makers Holiday Market

Join us on Saturday, December 13 from 10am-2pm for the annual Holiday Market – a festive day of local shopping and connecting with small, local vendors! From handmade beeswax candles to crafted ceramics, preloved vinyl records, and plant-based skincare, you’ll find intentional, thoughtful, eco-friendly gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list. Don’t forget to Learn more

12/13

2025 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Moanalua Middle School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Moanalua Middle School! When: December 13, 2025 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Moanalua Middle School

01/03

2026 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

01/10

2026 8:30am - 2:30pm

ʻĀINA In Schools Q3 Educator Training

To start off the new year, we are hosting our next ʻĀINA Program Training on Saturday January 10, 2026 from 8:30-2:30. This training is open to current and prospective ʻĀINA Lead Teachers, ʻĀINA Team Coordinators, classroom teachers, school administrators, custodians, and ʻĀINA volunteers (note: volunteers will need to be approved). Learn more about ʻĀINA In Learn more

01/17

2026 10:00am - 2:00pm

Kōkua General Store Clothing Swap

Join us in the Kōkua General Store on Saturday, January 17, 2026 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 Learn more

01/19

2026 9:00am - 1:00pm

Plastic Free Hawaiʻi MLK Jr. Day Beach Cleanup

It’s that time of year again! Join us for the annual Plastic Free Hawaiʻi Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Beach Cleanup on Monday, January 19 in Kahuku from 8:30am-1pm. Whether you’re a community member, student, or steward of our coastlines, kickstart the new year with this meaningful opportunity to honor Dr. King’s legacy Learn more

01/24

2026 10:00am - 2:00pm

ʻĀINA Farm Stand Seed Card Intentions Activity

Set intentions for the new year and join us for our first activity of the year at the ʻĀINA Farm Stand on Saturday, January 24 from 10am-2pm! Write down your 2026 dreams, goals, and intentions on seed paper made with seeds from the Kōkua Learning Farm. Then, take them home to plant and watch them Learn more

01/31

2026 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Niu Valley Middle School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Niu Valley Middle School! When: January 31, 2026 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Niu Valley Middle School

02/07

2026 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kaʻōhao Public Charter School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kaʻōhao Public Charter School! When: February 7, 2026 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Kaʻōhao Public Charter School

02/21

2026 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: February 21, 2026 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Waipahu High School

02/28

2026 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs Scool Recycling Drive at S.W. King Intermediate School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at S.W. King Intermediate School! When: February 28, 2026 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: S.W. King Intermediate School

03/07

2026 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Keoneʻula Elementary School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Keoneʻula Elementary School! When: March 7, 2026 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Keoneʻula Elementary School

03/28

2026 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waiʻalae Elementary School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waiʻalae Public Charter School! When: March 28, 2026 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Waiʻalae Public Charter School

04/11

2026 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: April 11, 2026 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Ahuimanu Elementary School

05/02

2026 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waialua Elementary School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waialua Elementary School! When: May 2, 2026 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Waialua Elementary School

05/09

2026 9:00am - 11:00am

3Rs School Recycling Drive at University Laboratory School

Join us for our upcoming 3Rs School Recycling Drive at University Laboratory School! When: May 9, 2026 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: University Laboratory School

05/23

2026 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 23, 2026 from 9:00am-11:00am Where: Pearl City Elementary School

Calendar

Plastic Free July Bring Your Own Reusable Week

Full Moon Yoga on the Kōkua Learning Farm

Plastic Free July Use it, Refill it, Love it Week

Plastic Free July Shop Local, Act Global Week

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Make Your Own Upcycled Jewelry at Kōkua General Store

Kōkua General Store Clothing Swap

Farm to Table Dinner on the Kōkua Learning Farm | August 22, 2025

Kōkua General Store Eco Zine Crafting

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Sunset Beach Elementary School

3Rs School Recycling Drive at James Campbell High School

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Mānoa Chocolate Tasting at ʻĀINA Farm Stand

Honey Tasting at Kōkua General Store

3Rs School Recycling Drives at Hauʻula Elementary School

Muʻumuʻu Swap & Pop-Up at Kōkua General Store

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Salt Lake Elementary School

Kōkua General Store Beach Swap

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kamiloʻiki Elementary School

Halloween Costume Swap at Kōkua General Store

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Kōkua General Store Books, Games, & Puzzles Swap

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kahuku High School

ʻĀINA Farm Stand Citrus Tote Stamping

Indigo Dye Bath at Kōkua General Store

Kōkua Learning Farm Fun Day

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

3Rs School Recycling Drive at SEEQS

Kōkua General Store Eco-Card Decorating

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waimānalo Elementary & Intermediate School

Kōkua General Store Bouquet Making

ʻĀINA Farm Stand Anniversary Farmer’s Market

Kōkua Learning Farm to Table Dinner | Friday, November 21

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Hahaʻione Elementary School

Kōkua General Store Toy Swap

Kōkua General Store Ornament Craft

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

Hawaiʻi Makers Holiday Market

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Moanalua Middle School

Kōkua Learning Farm Community Workday

ʻĀINA In Schools Q3 Educator Training

Kōkua General Store Clothing Swap

Plastic Free Hawaiʻi MLK Jr. Day Beach Cleanup

ʻĀINA Farm Stand Seed Card Intentions Activity

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Niu Valley Middle School

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Kaʻōhao Public Charter School

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waipahu High School

3Rs Scool Recycling Drive at S.W. King Intermediate School

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Keoneʻula Elementary School

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waiʻalae Elementary School

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Ahuimanu Elementary School

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Waialua Elementary School

3Rs School Recycling Drive at University Laboratory School

3Rs School Recycling Drive at Pearl City Elementary School

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