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Behind The Scenes Look: Interviewing Sydney Elizebeth Agudong

We’re thrilled to announce our next episode of Kauaʻi Voices, featuring an exclusive conversation with Sydney Elizebeth Agudong — actor, singer, and proud daughter of Kauaʻi. Sydney shares her journey from local island life to Hollywood stages, and how her connection to home continues to guide her path.

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🎙️ Available soon on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen.

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Your Kauaʻi Summer Schedule Starts Here! | THW Community Calendar 06.20.2025

Aloha Kauaʻi! Summer is in full swing and so is our community calendar. This week’s Hōʻike Weekly is bursting with things to do—from adorable shelter pet meetups to hands-on cooking, from forest adventures to peaceful park plantings.

Featured Events:

• 🐾 Pawsitive Time at the Humane Society (Good grades = pet time!)

• 🎨 Marine Debris Art Show at Kukui Grove

• 💻 Tech Talk Story Classes for kūpuna (5 classes islandwide)

• 🥕 and even more! (The hint is in the carrot!)

✨ Whether you’re dancing at Bon Festival or catching Sing Out Kauaʻi’s performance with a slice of pie, there’s something for everyone.

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Our 1st Student Got Their Badge! | Mobile and Social Media Storytelling Badge Class Launched This Week!

We’re excited to share that our Mobile and Social Media Storytelling class officially welcomed its first student this week! This hands-on course empowers storytellers to create engaging, high-quality content using just a smartphone — perfect for creators looking to amplify their voice on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. The clips above were taken by our first student herself and turned into an Instagram Reel!

Stay tuned for more updates as this class grows — and if you’re ready to tell your story in a fresh, modern way, registration is open! Please call (808)246-1556 for more information or reach out to ofranco@hoike.org by email.

👑 Celebrate the legacy of aliʻi with the King Kamehameha Day Parade—now streaming on Hō‘ike Community Media’s YouTube! From the stately procession through Līhu‘e to the vibrant mele, hula, and pāʻū traditions on full display, this beloved annual event honors the strength, unity, and enduring mana of Hawai‘i’s first king. 🌺 💖

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