 Aloha ,
The First First Friday Honolulu Art Gallery Walk is tomorrow - JULY 7TH, 2023 (see details below). Come on down to Chinatown/Downtown from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm (with after hour activities until 2:00 am) and visit the galleries and merchants and enjoy their impressive array of exhibits and events.
Also check out the news section below for interesting news going on in the Downtown / Chinatown and art community.
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Profiles Of The Month
View profiles of the month and previous profiles of the month on FirstFridayHawaii.Com.
- Hawaii State Art Museum
- BAR 35
- Chanel Tanaka
- Windward Artists Guild
- Jeff Gere, Storyteller
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FEATURED EVENTS AND HIGHLIGHTS
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Hawaii State Art Museum First Friday - JULY 2023 - Producer Showcase & Live Performance by Castle Park - New Exhibit! - “Fear of the Unknown” (7/7/2023 - 6:00pm - 9:00pm)
Hawaiʻi State Art Museum and SlappGood presents a unique, live “Producer Showcase” experience. Several established & upcoming producers will be on stage simultaneously, playing exclusive beats & songs to a live audience. SlappGood allows us to put the “name to the face” of the music producers producing some of our favorite records. Join us to hear never-before-heard beats from the Pacific's most skilled music producers. Castle Park is a music group consisting of five members who were all born and raised in Hawaiʻi. EXHIBIT: 35848 - Hawaiʻi State Art Museum visitors are invited to contemplate 34 artworks by 28 artists in the ʻEwa gallery (second floor). More...
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Downtown Art Center First Friday Presents - DOWNTOWN ART CENTER PRESENTS ‘7 DEGREES NORTH: THE ARTS OF MICRONESIA,’ (7/7/2023 - 5:30 to 8 p.m)
“7 Degrees North – The Arts of Micronesia” will feature contemporary artwork by artists of Micronesian ancestry who live in Hawaiʻi; traditional handicraft that is part of a larger collection held by Hawaiʻi Pacific University; and photographs of the islands and people of Micronesia in the Northwest Pacific. More...
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Proof Social Club First Friday - Spooky Couch and Dominic Carlos (7/7/2023 - See notes for times)
Proof is Downtown pub tucked away on Chaplain Lane at the old Mercury Bar location. Featuring a rotating selection of draft craft beers, artisan pizza, and a pool table, Proof is a traditional styled pub-- a family friendly bar with a satisfying menu. More...
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New Exhibitions At Hawaii State Museum: "Fear of the Unknown" Opens July 7, 2023
The Hawai‘i State Foundation on Culture and the Arts (SFCA) invites the public to the Hawaiʻi State Art Museum’s newest exhibit, “Fear of the Unknown” on Friday, July 7. Museum visitors are invited to contemplate 34 enigmatic artworks by 28 artists in the ʻEwa gallery (second floor). Take a closer look and find details that help reveal narratives of exploration, change, and discovery. More...
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Darlington & Friends @ Nextdoor First Friday (7/7/2023 - See notes)
Deep in the heart of Honolulu's Chinatown is Nextdoor, Hawaii's underground art and music haven. From jazz and hip hop to electronic dance music, heavy metal, and everything in between, musical legends have called this concert hall home.'' More...
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Bar 35 - First Friday! (7/7/2023 - 4pm-2am)
Exclusive, stylish and sexy, BAR 35 is host to the most discriminating drinker. Over 100 beers from around the world. More...
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The Arts At Marks Garage First Friday (7/7/2023 - See notes for times)
The ARTS at Marks Garage is a community arts center with a 1,000 sq. ft. gallery, a 1,000 sq. ft. theater, and a 1,000 sq. ft. office space founded in 2001. Marks is home to 13 performing and visual arts businesses including Youth Speaks Hawaii and Hawaii Shakespeare Festival. 45,000 visitors attend 13 exhibits and 150 performances each year. More...
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HASR Wine Co. Wine Tasting (7/7/2023 - See notes for times)
It's that time again...First Friday and the Chinatown Artwalk is on... Please stop in and taste great wines. More...
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Hawaii Theatre - COMING EVENTS
Proclaimed as the "Pride of the Pacific," the beautiful Hawaii Theatre, built by the Consolidated Amusement Company, opened its doors September 6, 1922 in downtown Honolulu. More...
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Hawai i State Art Museum Events and Exhibits - JULY 2023
The Hawai'i State Art Museum is dedicated to presenting the largest and finest collection of works by Hawai'i artists that celebrate the diverse artistic and cultural legacy of Hawai'i. More...
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City Announces The Official Name Of The Rail System: Skyline
Mayor Rick Blangiardi and the City and County of Honolulu Department of Transportation Services announced the official name and branding of Honolulu's soon-to-open rail system: Skyline. More...
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Digital Art Society Hawaii (DASH) Art Exhibit - Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Gallery
Digital art in the Garden will include conceptual pieces, the natural world, abstract images, graphic design, mixed media, photography, and challenging new areas of digital work. Entrance to the Garden and parking is free. Entrance to the art exhibit is free. More...
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Waikiki Beach Activities at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort Now Open with COVID-19 Safety Measures
BOOK NOW! Book your activity, tour and lessons today! Reservations are secured on a first come, first serve basis. Get your request today. More...
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Hawaiian Electric Companies Geared Up For Hurricane Season, Urge Customers To Prepare
The 2022 Central Pacific hurricane season starts and could bring as many as four tropical cyclones over the next six months. Hawaiian Electric is advising customers, both residential and commercial, to make sure they are prepared and have emergency plans in place.
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Pearlridge Satellite City Hall Announces Changes To Business Hours
The city's largest satellite city hall is reversing course and will resume its traditional 9-to-5 business hours, starting Monday July 3. More...
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City Launching Express Road Test Service At Kapahulu Site
2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, on an appointment-only basis. An estimated 30 appointment slots will be available daily for the road test express service. Appointments must be booked online at honoluluroadtest.org Appointments will also become available by 4 p.m. today for the week of Monday, July 10, 2023. More...
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Mahalo Oahu! Park Water Reduction Efforts Exceed Expectations
Goal surpassed! A year after the Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) asked for your help to reduce water usage in City parks, billing numbers indicate the fresh water usage by the department decreased by more than 15.4%. More...
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City To Expand Passport Service To Wahiawa Satellite City Hall
The Wahiaw Satellite City Hall will begin accepting U.S. passport applications on an appointment-only basis beginning Monday, July 10. More...
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Board Of Parks And Recreation Relaunching With Eight New Nominees
Mayor Rick Blangiardi and the Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) are proud to announce eight new nominees to the Board of Parks and Recreation, a volunteer board created to advise DPR on recreational, cultural, and public entertainment opportunities at City parks and facilities. More...
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City's First Dedicated Pickleball Complex Opens For Play!
Following a blessing at Ke‘ehi Lagoon Beach Park today, the Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation’s (DPR) opened its first dedicated pickleball complex for public play! More...
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Dog Park At Patsy T. Mink Central Oahu Regional Park Reopening July 31, 2023
The Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is pleased to announce the scheduled reopening of the off-leash dog park at Patsy T. Mink Central Oahu Regional Park on Monday, July 31, 2023. More...
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Lei Day Celebration Themes, Featured Flora Selected For Next Four Years
Like a gardener tending their p ka (plants) ahead of lei making, or the crew of a wa'a (canoe) charting their course ahead of a voyage, the Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is pleased to announce the themes and featured flora for the next four Lei Day Celebrations! More...
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Sky Auto Repair Grand Opening August 13, 2023 - 11am - 5pm - Kaimuki Honoluu, Hawaii
3368 Waialae Aveneu, Honolulu, Hawaii 96816 - Food, Music, Give Aways More...
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Sky Auto Repair Launches New Website - Kaimuki Honolulu, Hawaii
Sky Auto Repair is a family owned and operated auto repair facility specializing in conventional and JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) cars. More...
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BIA Home Building & Remodeling Show 2023 - August 11th, 2023 August 13th, 2023
One of Hawaii's leading home building & remodeling events. Thousands of new products, services, building trends and remodeling techniques. Make your dream and reality. Learn what's new... make connections More...
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Goodwill Goes GLAM! 2023 Presented by Bank of Hawaii Foundation - Aug. 17-19, 2023
Goodwill Goes GLAM! presented by Bank of Hawaii Foundation is back from Aug. 17-19 at the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. The GLAM! Sale is the largest secondhand shopping event in Hawaii, featuring the best-of-the-best that Goodwill has to offer, including designer fashions, goods and other hidden treasures at bargain prices. Items are re-stocked hourly all event long
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Residents And Businesses Urged To Consider Supply Chain Disruptions When Planning And Preparing For This Hurricane Season
The NOAA Central Pacific Hurricane Center announced on that the Central Pacific is likely to experience a near-to-above-normal hurricane season for 2023 with the possibility of four to seven tropical cyclones forming or moving into the Central Pacific. More...
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JULY 2023 FIRE SAFETY TIPAbout Home Fire Sprinklers
Fire sprinklers are commonly seen protecting public or residential buildings and other commercial properties. But fire sprinklers are also available for homes, where roughly 80 percent of all civilian fire deaths occur. More...
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City Concludes Internal Review Into Honolulu Liquor Administration, Unveils Findings And Recommendations
Mayor Rick Blangiardi announced the findings of a comprehensive internal review into the practices and procedures of the Honolulu Liquor Commission’s enforcement system. This review was aimed at addressing concerns and ensuring the highest standards of integrity and accountability within the agency. More...
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JULY 2023 ESTATE & TRUST TIP - Take These Three Special Needs Trust and Estate Steps When Your Child Turns 18
If your child has reached the teenage years, you may already feel as though you are losing control of her life. This is legally true once your child reaches the age of 18 because then the state considers your child to be an adult with the legal right to govern his or her own life. It is mportant to plan for the unexpected and for your child to set up an estate plan that at least includes the following three crucial components. More...
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The Honolulu Zoo Holds Naming Contest For Baby Rhino
The Honolulu Zoo announces a naming contest for its newest Eastern black rhinoceros. Born on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, to parents Aria (mother) and Kendi (father), the male baby rhino is healthy and growing and has recently been allowed to venture into the outdoor rhino habitat. More...
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Midas Hawaii - We Take Care Of Everything
TIRES. BRAKES. OIL. EVERYTHING. Click on link to get online specials and coupons. More...
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City Awarded $20 Million From The Fta To Expand Its Bus Fleet Electrification
The City and County of Honolulu Department of Transportation Services was recently awarded $20 million by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to purchase new electric buses via a Low-No grant program, which is aimed to electrify public transit fleets across the nation. More...
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Hawaii Department of Education - Summer Food Service Program To Provide Meals For Children
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program will be providing children with free meals during the summer months in low-income communities statewide. More...
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Dental Cleaning, Exam & X-Rays Specials, Sale, Discounts
We are offering you a cleaning, exam, and x-rays specials. More...
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Honolulu Continues Designation As A Tree City Usa, Receives Growth Award
For over four decades now (42 years to be exact), the City and County of Honolulu continues to be recognized as a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation, while also receiving a Growth Award in 2022 for demonstrating environmental improvement and an outstanding level of tree care! More...
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No reservation required for kama' ina entry into Hanauma Bay beginning July
Beginning Saturday, July 1, 2023 Hawai'i residents (kama' ina) can enjoy free, no-reservation-required access into the Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve (HBAY) during regular hours of operation at this popular natural attraction. More...
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Three Parks In Leeward, ‘Ewa Area Scheduled For Closure
Park closures are scheduled to begin soon for various reasons at three City parks located in the Leeward, ‘Ewa area of Oahu: Kamokila Community Park in Honokai Hale, Mauna Lahilahi Beach Park in Wai‘anae, and Pu‘uloa Beach Park in ‘Ewa. More...
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Blessing Marks Completion Of Repairs To Treasured Kualoa Wa'a Kaulua
Refurbishing cherished public resources while perpetuating the Native Hawaiian voyaging culture. The Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) was proud to be joined by Liko Hoe & the Hoe 'Ohana, State Senator Brenton Awa, Kualoa Regional Park staff, M noa Summer Fun keiki, Kustom Vessels LLC staff, and other members of the Hakipu'u voyaging community to bless three renovated wa'a kaulua (double-hulled canoe) as part of the park's ocean recreation and education programming. More...
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R & C Roofing Contractors Roof Discount Coupon Deal Sales Offers - Oahu - Honolulu, Hawaii - (Lic. #C 33642)
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FREE Home Fire Safety Assessment and 167 Piece Emergency Preparedness Kit From Hero Fire Protection
Learn how to protect from a fire disaster! This program is FREE for your entire family and could mean the difference in saving your loved ones in the event of a fire emergency. HERO Fire Protection will also provide you with a FREE Emergency Preparedness Kit ($60 value) More...
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Best Waikiki Sail, Boat & Snorkeling Tours at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
You will love this catamaran cruises in Waikiki. From breakfast sails to moonlight evening sails. Snorkeling, swimming and so much more. Make your online reservation today! More...
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Best Surf Lessons In Waikiki at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Learn to surf where Hawaiian royalty and legendary watermen like Duke Kahanamoku surfed. Our professional instructors will get you up and riding on your very first lesson! Our instructors are state licensed and certified in first aid and CPR. More...
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MBC Website Clients Featured JULY 2023 Newsletters
VIEW MacBusiness Consulting/Ernest Abrams website clients featured newsletters for JULY 2023
Honolulu Dentist Newsletter July 2023
New dental video tips, published articles, Honolulu dentist staff profiles, special offers and more... More... | 
Pack and Ship - Honolulu, Hawaii Newsletter July 2023
Packing, shipping and freight news, events, offers, tips from Pack and Ship Hawaii - Oahu - Honolulu, Hawaii. | 
Waikiki Beach Activities Newsletter July 2023
Latest Waikiki Beach news, events, offers, tips from Waikiki Beach Activities the ambassadors of ALOHA. | 
Good Dog Training Village Newsletter July 2023
Latest dog training and dog obedience training news, events, offers, tips from Good Dog Training Village. Premier provider of on-site dog training and Do It Yourself (DIY) dog training. | 
Hawaii Artist Mark N Brown Newsletter July 2023
This issue features art tip, special events, murals, special offers, new art, photos and much more... | 
Hawaii Estate & Trust Fiduciary Services Newsletter July 2023
Here is the latest Hawaii estate and trust fiduciary service news and information we think will interest you. | 
Hawaiian Gold Jewelry Newsletter July 2023
Get the latest Hawaiian gold jewelry news from Hawaii Gold Jewerly .Com. The best Hawaiian gold jewelry made in Hawaii | 
HERO Home Fire Safety Protection Honolulu, Hawaii Newsletter July 2023
Get the latest news, tips, videos on fire protection and safety solutions in Honolulu, Hawaii on the island of Oahu. | 
Midas Hawaii Auto Repair & Service Newsletter July 2023
We focus on sharing with you great videos and tips on how to SAVE MONEY, maintain your vehicle and stay safe on the road. Also new online products and more. More... | 
Global Good Dog Online Training Newsletter July 2023
Latest online dog training and dog obedience training news, events, offers, tips from Global Good Dog Training. Premier provider of online dog training / Do It Yourself (DIY) dog training. | 
RC Roofing Contractor Company Oahu Honolulu, Hawaii Newsletter July 2023
Latest roofing news, events, offers, tips and more from Oahu - Honolulu, Hawaii roofing contractor Company RC Roofing Hawaii. | 
The Mail Box Postal Service of Honolulu Hawaii Newsletter July 2023
Mailing tips and resources, mailbox news, feature services, new offers and more... More... | 
The Perfect Tee Newsletter July 2023
Get the latest golf news and tips from The Perfect Tee. The best plastic golf tee accessory. | 
Buy Sell Cars Today - Oahu Honolulu, Hawaii Newsletter July 2023
Buying, selling used cars news, events, offers, tips from I Buy Cars Today Hawaii - Oahu - Honolulu, Hawaii. |
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First Friday News
Keep up with the latest news from the First Friday community - special events, calendars, Downtown/Chinatown news, art news and much more! More...
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First Friday Featured Pages
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PROFILES OF THE MONTH
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  Hawaii State Art Museum (808) 586-0307
The Hawai'i State Art Museum is dedicated to presenting the largest and finest collection of works by Hawai'i artists that celebrate the diverse artistic and cultural legacy of Hawaii. |   BAR 35 (808) 537-3535
Exclusive, stylish and sexy, BAR 35 is host to the most discriminating drinker. Over 100 beers from around the world. Check out cool video on right menu |  Chanel Tanaka (808)387-1952
Asian Influenced Silohuette Style Artist. The artwork features a contemporary Asian silohuette style. Inspired by traditional Japanese Geisha and Samurai, her paintings embody Japanese, lifestyle, culture and architecture. |  Windward Artists Guild
WAG (Windward Artists Guild) is a non-profit artists guild offering group juried exhibits, workshops, educational grants, and social opportunities with other art lovers. Founded by a group of windward Oahu artists (Gini McCall, Rosalie Prussing, Lucille Cooper, and Betty Decker with the assistance of Juliette May Fraser and David Ash) in 1960, its first event was an art auction to benefit Castle Hospital. The charitable roots of the foundation continue to today with grants to local art teachers and art events that increase interest in the arts. |  Jeff Gere, Storyteller (808) 737-1774
Jeff Gere is a master storyteller. He blends talents as painter, puppeteer, mime, teacher, and director into a performance style, which has electrified audiences of every age throughout Hawaii and the mainland for two decades. |
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CALENDAR/EVENTS
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Full List Current Events and Exhibits Calendar
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FIRST FRIDAY NEWS
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