Hawaiian

King Kamehameha Day 

King Kamehameha Day 

On June 11th, Hawaii honors King Kamehameha I — the leader responsible for unifying the Hawaiian islands, and with local significance to Kona. If you’ve never heard of Hawaii’s most famous ruler, keep reading to learn why this shrewd businessman, powerful conqueror, and stuff of literal legend is known to history as Kamehameha the Great.

February Is Hawaiian Language Month

February Is Hawaiian Language Month

Although it’s back in use to a certain extent, Hawaiian is still considered an endangered language, which is why it’s important to continue teaching and protecting it before it becomes extinct. That’s why February is officially Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi (Hawaiian Language Month).