The Honolulu Community Gardens Program began in 1975, making it the first city-run community gardening program in the United States. The mission was simple but powerful: provide residents with the opportunity to grow their own food, reduce grocery costs and create shared green spaces in the city. What started with a single garden has now grown into a thriving network of gardens across Oahu.

Get ready for a spectacular celebration of Hawaiian culture, cuisine and crafts, as the annual Waikīkī Ho‘olaule‘a, part of the Aloha Festivals, is just around the corner. This lively event promises to be the ultimate block party on the vibrant Kalakaua Avenue, and you won't want to miss it!

Good news for Oahu homeowners: The Honolulu City Council recently passed two bills that will provide modest but meaningful property tax relief, especially for senior homeowners on fixed incomes. Two measures, Bill 49 and Bill 50, were approved and will go into effect starting with the tax year that begins July 1, 2027.

The Oahu real estate market is stable, with sales following typical seasonal trends. Single-family home prices have come down slightly in 2025, while condo prices have been flat. Demand is steady, with homes entering escrow in about three weeks and condos in about 6 weeks, and one in three home sales and one in eight condo sales bid up over the asking price.