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Colleen Lanier
Ocean’s Superplant: Why Seaweed Is Vital for Marine Life and More

Ocean’s Superplant: Why Seaweed Is Vital for Marine Life and More

Seaweed is more than a food trend—it’s essential to ocean health and human wellness. Discover why this powerful marine plant deserves our protection. 

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Colleen Lanier
Why June Is for the Ocean: Celebrating the Pacific and the Hawaiian Monk Seal

Why June Is for the Ocean: Celebrating the Pacific and the Hawaiian Monk Seal

This June, dive into the stories of the Pacific. Did you know the Hawaiian monk seal is one of the rarest marine mammals on Earth—and it lives right here in the waters surrounding our islands? In celebration of Ocean’s Month, we’re exploring the origins of this global tribute to the sea, sharing surprising facts about the Pacific Ocean, and spotlighting the native wildlife that call it home. From deep-sea wonders to shoreline wisdom, this is a read that will deepen your love for ka moana nui—and show how small choices, like what you sip each day, can ripple into something...

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Colleen Lanier
Uncovering Waikīkī’s Hidden Stories and Celebrating Native Hawaiian Cuisine

Uncovering Waikīkī’s Hidden Stories and Celebrating Native Hawaiian Cuisine

This AANHPI Month, we spotlight the enlightening podcast Hidden Waikīkī and introduce you to some cherished Native Hawaiian-owned restaurants on Oʻahu featuring links to their websites for more information -- please visit and experience real Hawaiian cuisine. 

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Colleen Lanier
What We Can Learn from Island Wisdom: Celebrating AANHPI Heritage

What We Can Learn from Island Wisdom: Celebrating AANHPI Heritage

This month, we invite you to experience Native Hawaiian wisdom in a meaningful, accessible way. Whether you're on your morning walk, driving to work, or enjoying a quiet evening, we encourage you to listen to the audiobook Island Wisdom: Hawaiian Traditions and Practices for a Meaningful Life, available on Spotify.

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