Monthly Archives: September 2015

Traditions and Family Values

Posted on September 22, 2015 by Diane Scheurell

One of the best things about our homegrown festivals is the opportunity to learn more about the local history. This week is Peace Week and the Honoka‘a People’s Theatre will be presenting Traditions and Family Values, a film with snippets … Continue reading →

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The great equalizer – the ocean at Anaeho‘omalu Bay

Posted on September 19, 2015 by Diane Scheurell

When I think about the ocean, I think of the need to respect its power. In Hawai‘i, large waves toss people about, especially unsuspecting tourists and local kids with bravado. We hear news stories of shore walkers getting pulled into … Continue reading →

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Hāmākua Harvest – These are my farmers

Posted on September 11, 2015 by Diane Scheurell

  We are delighted to have our own Farmer’s Market in Honoka‘a. (See Hāmākua Harvest – One Man’s Vision.) Yes, we can drive 17 miles to Waimea where they have three markets on Saturday. But I can choose to come … Continue reading →

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Hāmākua Harvest – One Man’s Vision

Posted on September 3, 2015 by Diane Scheurell

I was introduced to Michael Gibson within six months of living here. He was speaking at a Third Thursday Thrive gathering about his vision for a community-based Farmer’s Market that would celebrate the Hāmākua Coast’s rich agricultural heritage. But this … Continue reading →

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Honoka‘a People’s Theatre – helping us fly our freak flags

Posted on September 1, 2015 by Diane Scheurell

My interactions with the Honoka‘a People’s Theatre (HPT) last week once again confirmed that it is the heart of our wonderfully eclectic town. The owner, Dr. Tawn Keeney and his daughter and Theatre Manager, Phaethon, have really amped up how … Continue reading →

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