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Over the past two years, I have been a part of something pretty special here in Makiki - the Makiki Community Library. This little library, nestled in Makiki District Park, is a unique gem for our urban community. Run entirely by volunteers and two part-time library managers, Makiki Community Library is funde… Continue

There is so much to do at this year’s Rediscover Makiki (Fri., July 24th & Sat., July 25th), but there is one activity center that civic-minded residents should really take the time to visit – Hui o Makiki’s Citizens’ Resource Center on Saturday July 25th from 10 am-5 pm at the Agee Auditorium at Makiki Distr… Continue

I’m a bit chagrined to admit this, especially since I’ve been a lifelong resident of the area that is home to The Contemporary Museum, but here it goes…Saturday, July 11, 2009 was my FIRST ArtSpree adventure ever! If there’s any consolation, it was a first that I got to share with Mike, my hubby (he’s been to TCM before, but never to ArtSpree), and Emma, my daughter (her very f… Continue

Makiki and Hawaii have lost a dedicated public servant with the passing of Councilmember Duke Bainum. Among the cast of characters that make up Hawaii's political community, Duke was a bright, articulate, passionate, independent, and willing to disagree but never disagreeable voice of reason.

In the short time that I worked with him for the people of Makiki, he exemplified all that it means to be a public servant. Duke could be found throughout the Makiki community - coming to a Library dedicat… Continue

On March 18, 2009, before a special Joint Session of the Hawai`i State Legislature at the State Capitol House Chambers, I had the honor of introducing Tom Gill, a member of the State's very first State Legislature. Today, Hawai`i lost this passionate, courageous voice for social justice. In his honor, I share the following remarks with you:

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