About us
Aloha! This is a diverse, active, group for anyone who is interested in meeting new people and having a good time. We organize happy hours, hikes, volunteer events, plopping on the beach afternoons, movie nights and more. Suggestions for events are always welcome!!
We strive to be an inclusive, supportive, kind, politically and drama free group (well most of the time anyway). Everyone is welcome and we look forward to meeting you. In fact if you end up enjoying how this group is run, we hope you consider becoming part of our leadership team.
Considering joining us, please take a moment to review our past events, and member reviews. This is a public group, so you can see members' event comments and event photos too. If you want to be a member, we want you in our ohana.
(please note)
If you decide to become a member of our group, please be advised that membership isn't automatic. There are 3 questions we'll review:
1. You must have recognizable profile picture of yourself, this is non-negotiable;
2. you must acknowledge reviewing/understanding our group description; and
3. We ask you to tell us a little something about yourself.
Easy kine stuffs right?? 15-20% of applicants fail this review.
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Upcoming events
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Women’s 40 Plus Coffee Connection at Aroma Cafe
Hawaiian Aroma Coffee, The Ilikai, 1777 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96815,, Honolulu, HI, USAloha!
Please join us for a cup of coffee, tea, or a treat while you make new friends.Who: We are a small group of terrific 40-plus women who get together every Friday morning. Right now we alternate between 2 locations. Adult female guests are welcome.
Conversations: We aim to keep it lowkey with light discussions. We strive to avoid political or controversial topics. Occasionally, one slips in briefly, so it's important to respect everyone's thoughts when it does. Always be kind. Sometimes we have group discussions, other times we break off into smaller conversations.
Location:
This week we will meet at the Hawaiian Aroma Cafe behind the Ilikai Hotel on the boardwalk.
There is a bathroom at this location.For menu & details about the shop visit:Aroma cafe
Parking: You can park for free at Ala Moana Mall and bus in, or park at the Lagoon Beach Parking lot.
Find Us: just use my photo, I may be inside the shop getting coffee or sitting outside under the umbrellas.
If anyone new joins I will post updates in discussion as to where I am.RSVP/attendance: There is no cap, and last-minute attendees are welcome. Please let us know if you're not coming so we don't worry that something's gone wrong. It's also just good to know how many seats we will need to arrange. You can come or go during the time we are there; there are no prompt arrivals required.
We look forward to meeting you!3 attendees
4th Saturday Coffee Meetup in Moʻiliʻili
Honolulu Coffee Co. Bakery on King, 2643 S. King Street, Honolulu, HI, USNote: I've skipped several months due to schedule conflicts (holiday, UFC, travel...). My calendar looks clear for next 6 months ... so here we go!
Get together on the 4th Saturday of the month at Honolulu Coffee Coʻs newest location in the Moʻiliʻili neighborhood (opposite side of the Ala Wai Canal from Waikīkī).
- Everyone living on Oʻahu is welcome. New residents are especially encouraged to join this casual event to meet other people living on the island and to get the 4-1-1.
Easy to find: The Bakery on King is easy to get to from anywhere and close to the freeway. Several buses operate on King and University (get TheBus app or visit: https://www.thebus.org/
Free 1HR parking WITH REGISTRATION (in the app). The parking lot is behind bakery on Kahuna Ln (on King St, 1 block east of University Ave).
- Scan the QR code parking app at the bakery door.
- DON'T FORGET TO REGISTER or you will get a hefty fee. They didn't used to check the lot but now they do.
- Register or pay Diamond Parking a hefty fee (ask me how I know). These folks are serious.
Menu: Honolulu Coffee Co. offers coffee and tea beverages plus breakfast and lunch items. Grab your favorites, then look for the group on the patio behind the store. More info: https://www.honolulucoffee.com/pages/cafe-locations
7 attendees
Let’s Karaoke! @ Chiko's Tavern on McCully
Chiko's Tavern, 930 Mccully Street, Honolulu, HI, US💃🏽 It's that time of the month again. Some people get a haircut; we get a microphone and a complete lapse in judgment! 🙉
Chiko's is a low-key, budget and people friendly local bar with open karaoke. Customers can add karaoke charges to their tab, with each song costing $1. Happy hour runs from 5 to 7 p.m.
I noticed that some food prices have gone up by about a dollar or two, but the menu hasn’t been updated.
Search Songs: songs.chikostavern.com
From Google
"Unpretentious neighborhood lounge with bar bites, black-vinyl booths & diverse karaoke selections."
Located in: Hana Market
Address: 930 McCully St, Honolulu, HI 96826
Hours: Open 5:00 PM ⋅ Closes 1:30 AM
Phone: (808) 949-5440
Menu: places.singleplatform.com27 attendees
Shinnyo Lantern Floating Ceremony, Ala Moana Beach Park
Ala Moana Regional Park, 1201 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI, USIt's Memorial Day, where we as a nation pay tribute to our fallen military men & women. But lucky, you live Hawaii. You can also pay tribute to a family member, or friend as well, by participating in this solemn ceremony. You can float a lantern, sharing your hope for peace.
I first attended this event in 2017, to honor my brother, then in subsequent years (2018 & 2019) to honor my parents.
Due to COVID-19, this event was postponed, instead being held as a pre-recorded telecast (2020-22). Since then, the event has been held live at the beach.
I'll be at the event: I enjoy wandering around, running into to friends.
You can simply attend the event, participate by floating a lantern, or submit your group remembrance (and watch on TV).
OPTION ONE
If you plan to attend the event:
Think of this as one huge Memorial Day beach party. Ala Moana beach will be incredibly crowded. You can come early, or just for the lantern lighting. Lantern floating will start at 6:30, and end at 7:30.OPTION TWO
If you want to float a lantern:
Those wanting to personally float a lantern during the ceremony may receive a single Individual Lantern per family or group, on a first-come, first-served basis, at the Lantern Request tents at Ala Moana Beach on the event day:- Pickup starts from 10 am - 4 pm, or until lanterns run out (Memorial Day);
- Plan on waiting in line, bring a hat/umbrella & some water;
- You will receive a lantern kit that you will be able to share your memories/thoughts of your loved ones, by decorating your lantern;
- Assemble your lantern & bring it to the beach;
- Floating starts at 6:30;
- Don't forget to bring something to light your lantern.
OPTION THREE
You can submit your remembrances, without attending:
Through Thursday, May 22, 2025, you may visit the Shinnyo-en Hawaii temple located at 2348 S. Beretania to write your remembrances on the specially prepared paper that will be placed onto a Collective Remembrance Lantern. The temple is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on days when it is scheduled to be open. (View the temple schedule).Collective remembrances will also be accepted at the beach on the ceremony day from 10 am – 5 pm at the Collective Remembrance Tent located next to the Lantern Request tents.
(more info):
website | remembrances | ceremony history6 attendees
Past events
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