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Community members gathered yesterday at Aliiolani Hale for a traditional tribute to King Kamehameha which marked the 154th annual celebration. Today at 5 p.m. a lei draping ceremony is held & Saturday’s Floral Parade at Iolani Palace and Kapiolani Park will add further festivities.

Honolulu Bulls youth soccer players watch the World Cup to learn skills and get inspired by players like Messi and Ronaldo while preparing for the SurfCup Northwest Tournament in Seattle next week — a chance to showcase their talent and resilience, including standout Ellie Matsuda who overcame a heart defect.

After a Kona low storm damaged its sunflowers and irrigation three months ago, Waimanalo Country Farms will reopen Monday on half its usual acreage and host daily visits for three weeks, with tickets at $12 for adults & $8 for children including kama’aina discounts.

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