Announcements: January 31, 2023
Get tips to grow healthy orchids at AARP Hawaii webinar
Announcements: January 29, 2023
Zonta Club of Hilo Announces Open Applications for 2023 Awards &Scholarships
Announcements: January 30, 2023
HVNP announces early February events
A fridge too far? Living sustainably in NYC by unplugging
NEW YORK — There are those for whom recycling and composting are not nearly enough, who have reduced their annual waste to almost zero, ditched their clothes dryer or given up flying, and are ready to take the next step in exploring the frontiers of sustainable living.
Style at Home: Uncovering the beauty and elegance of the cabbage plate
When interior designer Bunny Williams said “decorating a room is like making a great salad; you want interesting ingredients,” she probably didn’t think we would take it quite so literally.
Pretty but toxic: Watch toddlers around these houseplants
When visiting friends or family who have both houseplants and young children, I’ve been compared to “Aunt Bonnie” from the Geico commercial “Aunt Infestation.”
Announcements: January 28, 2023
Applicants sought for HMSA scholarships
East meets west as cherry blossom trees begin to bloom in Waimea gardens
Spring in the northern hemisphere officially starts on March 21, but in upland Hawaii gardens, the budding cherry blossoms tell us spring is already here. In just one week we celebrate the 30th annual Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival. Saturday, Feb. 4, will be the official day of celebration but you can view these gorgeous trees beginning to bloom now.
Announcements: January 27, 2023
Sanctuary urges safety with mother/calf humpback whale pairs in Hawaii waters
Announcements: January 26, 2023
Geologist to discuss recent Mauna Loa eruption
Announcements: January 25, 2023
Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival returns Feb. 4
Announcements: January 23, 2023
Entries sought for Keiki Water Conservation Poster Contest
Quick Fix: Shrimp Sliders feature flavorful sauce
Shrimp sauteed in garlicky butter fills these little mini burger rolls. A sauce of mayonnaise, mustard, scallions and some Old Bay seasoning is spread on the rolls. Old Bay is a blend of herbs and spices, usually celery salt, red and black pepper and paprika. It’s mostly used to season shellfish.
India meets East Africa in 1-skillet curried salmon filets
For centuries, the channel of ocean running between Mozambique and Madagascar provided passage and port to ships during the height of the spice trade. The results were delicious, combining local seafood and coconut with rich spice blends for seafood curries.
Thinking about going vegan? Here’s what you need to know
And let’s start by calling it plant-based eating.
Announcements: January 23, 2023
Hirono announces nominees to service academies
Beautiful beds: Transition to spring with these bedding ideas
Many hands make for light work. That’s what they say, anyway. For the last three weeks, it’s been an all-hands-on-deck situation resetting after the holidays. Although I can’t exactly say it’s been light work – this year featured more Christmas looks than we’ve ever done before. But our team is fantastic. Everybody pitched in, and the shop is finally looking fresh, bright, and ready for the new year.
Experts explain why it takes so long to remodel a kitchen
According to USA Cabinet Store Kitchen &Bath Design Center, the typical kitchen remodel project takes anywhere from three to six months to complete. A larger kitchen remodel can take even longer — sometimes more than a year. Smart Remodeling LLC counters with an estimate of six to nine weeks for the average kitchen remodel, with larger kitchens and more complex projects often taking 10 to 12 weeks.
Growing local seeds for local needs
Years of research as well as anecdotal reports from growers indicate that growing plants from local seeds will produce the healthiest and best adapted plants. It makes sense.
Announcements: January 22, 2023
AARP Hawaii accepting Community Challenge Grant applications
