Island images: June 2017
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Marcus Mariota presents school supplies to all 60 of the summer school students at Likelike Elementary School on behalf of his Motiv8 Foundation and the Island Insurance Foundation. After giving the students their packbacks, Mariota sat with them for group picture.
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The city Thursday donated seven retired but working Hawaiian monk seal RH58, also known as Rocky, gave birth to a healthy pup at Kaimana Beach in Waikiki late Wednesday or early Thursday. The birth is the fi rst known in Waikiki since the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Monk Seal Research program has been monitoring the endangered species since the early 1980s. People are being asked to keep their distance and avoid disturbing the pair on the beach and in nearshore waters.
The city Thursday donated seven retired but working Hawaiian monk seal RH58, also known as Rocky, gave birth to a healthy pup at Kaimana Beach in Waikiki late Wednesday or early Thursday. The birth is the fi rst known in Waikiki since the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Monk Seal Research program has been monitoring the endangered species since the early 1980s. People are being asked to keep their distance and avoid disturbing the pair on the beach and in nearshore waters.
3/29
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The city Thursday donated seven retired but working buses from its TheBus fleet to Hawaii County's Hele-On bus fleet.
The city Thursday donated seven retired but working buses from its TheBus fleet to Hawaii County's Hele-On bus fleet.
4/29
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Roger Morton, front left, Oahu Transit Services general manager; Mayor Kirk Caldwell; and Curtis Sharp, Hawaii County mass transit administrator, addressed the press at the Middle Street bus facility. Bus drivers standing at back drove the buses to Young Brothers for a barge ride to Hawaii island.
Roger Morton, front left, Oahu Transit Services general manager; Mayor Kirk Caldwell; and Curtis Sharp, Hawaii County mass transit administrator, addressed the press at the Middle Street bus facility. Bus drivers standing at back drove the buses to Young Brothers for a barge ride to Hawaii island.
5/29
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COURTESY U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY
The lava ledge at Kilauea Volcano's ocean entry point continued to grow Tuesday and had developed a crack parallel to the shoreline that geologists say suggests "sagging and instability" at the front of the delta. The crack is about midway between the edge, where lava is pouring into the ocean, and the sea cliff to the rear. A fi re hose of lava, shown above, appeared Sunday and then stopped, likely from the closure of the tube at the sea cliff, the scientists said. Offi cials warn that the delta is unstable because it is built on "unconsolidated lava fragments and sand," adding, "This loose material can easily be eroded away by surf, causing the new land to become unsupported and slide into the sea. In several instances, such collapses have also incorporated parts of the older sea cliff." The most recent collapse was on May 3.
The lava ledge at Kilauea Volcano's ocean entry point continued to grow Tuesday and had developed a crack parallel to the shoreline that geologists say suggests "sagging and instability" at the front of the delta. The crack is about midway between the edge, where lava is pouring into the ocean, and the sea cliff to the rear. A fi re hose of lava, shown above, appeared Sunday and then stopped, likely from the closure of the tube at the sea cliff, the scientists said. Offi cials warn that the delta is unstable because it is built on "unconsolidated lava fragments and sand," adding, "This loose material can easily be eroded away by surf, causing the new land to become unsupported and slide into the sea. In several instances, such collapses have also incorporated parts of the older sea cliff." The most recent collapse was on May 3.
6/29
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Joe Makua and Kanai Costa, 6, had fun riding a bodyboard in the surf at Waimanalo Beach Park on Sunday.
Joe Makua and Kanai Costa, 6, had fun riding a bodyboard in the surf at Waimanalo Beach Park on Sunday.
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Yoga enthusiasts participated Saturday in the acro yoga (acrobatics and yoga) festival held at the Modern Honolulu. Headlining "Acro on the Aina" were instructors Max Lowenstein and Liz Kong of Dallas, who travel around the world sharing their knowledge. The couple has gained more than 94,000 Instagram followers at #maxandlizacro. Pictured clockwise from bottom are Lindsay Brown, Sara Bergeron, Jenna Lee Mauro (spotting behind Bergeron) and Lowenstein.
Yoga enthusiasts participated Saturday in the acro yoga (acrobatics and yoga) festival held at the Modern Honolulu. Headlining "Acro on the Aina" were instructors Max Lowenstein and Liz Kong of Dallas, who travel around the world sharing their knowledge. The couple has gained more than 94,000 Instagram followers at #maxandlizacro. Pictured clockwise from bottom are Lindsay Brown, Sara Bergeron, Jenna Lee Mauro (spotting behind Bergeron) and Lowenstein.
8/29
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The King Tide hits the south shore of Oahu, June 23. Beachgoers make their way around a large splashing wave breaking along a wall in the sand on the beach near the Duke Kahanamoku statue on Kuhio Beach in Waikiki.
9/29
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A motorcyclist drove along the sidewalk on Ahua Street to avoid king-tide fl ooding Thursday. The area, which frequently experiences ponding, was hit hard by an extra-high tide. Coastal flooding is expected through Saturday.
A motorcyclist drove along the sidewalk on Ahua Street to avoid king-tide fl ooding Thursday. The area, which frequently experiences ponding, was hit hard by an extra-high tide. Coastal flooding is expected through Saturday.
10/29
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During the ceremony to mark the end of the "Malama Honua" voyage, Kahikinaokala Domingo of Kamehameha Schools made an offering of awa (kawa) to the ocean.
During the ceremony to mark the end of the "Malama Honua" voyage, Kahikinaokala Domingo of Kamehameha Schools made an offering of awa (kawa) to the ocean.
11/29
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Above, Laiana Wong, second from right, Hawaiian cultural expert, spoke during the awa ceremony. The rite at Kualoa, where the Hokule'a was fi rst launched in 1975, marked the end of the "Malama Honua" voyage.
Above, Laiana Wong, second from right, Hawaiian cultural expert, spoke during the awa ceremony. The rite at Kualoa, where the Hokule'a was fi rst launched in 1975, marked the end of the "Malama Honua" voyage.
12/29
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Former President Barack Obama played 18 holes of golf Wednesday at Mid Pacifi c Country Club in Lanikai. Obama and his longtime friend Bobby Titcomb shook hands afterward.
Former President Barack Obama played 18 holes of golf Wednesday at Mid Pacifi c Country Club in Lanikai. Obama and his longtime friend Bobby Titcomb shook hands afterward.
13/29
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After having been moored on the Ala Wai Canal near the Hawai'i Convention Center for the recent Malama Honua Fair & Summit, the Hokule'a lowered its masts Wednesday to pass under the Ala Moana Boulevard bridge. At top, the Hokule'a headed toward the middle of the bridge.
After having been moored on the Ala Wai Canal near the Hawai'i Convention Center for the recent Malama Honua Fair & Summit, the Hokule'a lowered its masts Wednesday to pass under the Ala Moana Boulevard bridge. At top, the Hokule'a headed toward the middle of the bridge.
14/29
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The voyaging canoe disappears under the span, the weight of passengers helping it ride low in the water.
The voyaging canoe disappears under the span, the weight of passengers helping it ride low in the water.
15/29
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Above, a personal watercraft towed the Hokule'a.
Above, a personal watercraft towed the Hokule'a.
16/29
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Members of the Ala Moana Jokgu Team squared off at Kakaako Makai Gateway Park on Sunday. The players described the game of jokgu as similar to soccer combined with tennis, using only feet and head to direct a soccer ball over the net in three touches. Daniel Kim kept his eye on the ball as he kicked it over to opponent William Cha.
Members of the Ala Moana Jokgu Team squared off at Kakaako Makai Gateway Park on Sunday. The players described the game of jokgu as similar to soccer combined with tennis, using only feet and head to direct a soccer ball over the net in three touches. Daniel Kim kept his eye on the ball as he kicked it over to opponent William Cha.
17/29
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Aiea resident Daniel Shimoda cast his line at dusk Thursday at Point Panic in Honolulu. Hawaii residents enjoyed a late-afternoon reprieve from Wednesday's wet and rainy weather.
Aiea resident Daniel Shimoda cast his line at dusk Thursday at Point Panic in Honolulu. Hawaii residents enjoyed a late-afternoon reprieve from Wednesday's wet and rainy weather.
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In the channel leading to the Ala Wai Boat Harbor on Tuesday, Koa Kai Canoe Club coach Paul Amoy stood waist deep to relay instructions to Koa Kai crews practicing for the Oahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association regatta season, which is underway.
In the channel leading to the Ala Wai Boat Harbor on Tuesday, Koa Kai Canoe Club coach Paul Amoy stood waist deep to relay instructions to Koa Kai crews practicing for the Oahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association regatta season, which is underway.
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A woman walked by the Louise Dillingham Memorial Fountain on Kalakaua Avenue next to Kapiolani Park on Monday.
A woman walked by the Louise Dillingham Memorial Fountain on Kalakaua Avenue next to Kapiolani Park on Monday.
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Towering ironwoods provided shelter for beachgoers Tuesday at Kailua Beach Park. At center, one tree seemingly gained a pair of arms from a woman in front.
Towering ironwoods provided shelter for beachgoers Tuesday at Kailua Beach Park. At center, one tree seemingly gained a pair of arms from a woman in front.
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Nearly 2,000 people attended the 36th Annual Orchid Show, held Friday through Sunday at Aiea Elementary School. The show featured exotic orchids from five different clubs and was presented by the Aiea Orchid Club Inc. Pictured is a Brassolaeliocattleya named Phelps's Farm, grown by Scot and Karen Mitamura, which was on display at the Windward Orchid Society's exhibit.
Nearly 2,000 people attended the 36th Annual Orchid Show, held Friday through Sunday at Aiea Elementary School. The show featured exotic orchids from five different clubs and was presented by the Aiea Orchid Club Inc. Pictured is a Brassolaeliocattleya named Phelps's Farm, grown by Scot and Karen Mitamura, which was on display at the Windward Orchid Society's exhibit.
22/29
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Hundreds of people turned out Sunday to take part in the Equality March for Unity and Pride -- walking here along South King Street between Iolani Palace and Honolulu Hale -- as part of an international grassroots movement that supports the LBGTQ community.
Hundreds of people turned out Sunday to take part in the Equality March for Unity and Pride -- walking here along South King Street between Iolani Palace and Honolulu Hale -- as part of an international grassroots movement that supports the LBGTQ community.
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Hundreds of people turned out Sunday to take part in the Equality March for Unity and Pride -- walking here along South King Street between Iolani Palace and Honolulu Hale -- as part of an international grassroots movement that supports the LBGTQ community.
Hundreds of people turned out Sunday to take part in the Equality March for Unity and Pride -- walking here along South King Street between Iolani Palace and Honolulu Hale -- as part of an international grassroots movement that supports the LBGTQ community.
24/29
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Honolulu Fire Department Captain James “Kimo” Todd draped lei upon the Kamehameha statue at Aliʻiōlani Hale on Friday. The ceremony has been traditionally organized by the regal women of ʻAhahui Kaʻahumanu and is part of the ongoing celebration which honors Hawaii’s first king, King Kamehameha the Great (1758-1819), who unified and ruled the islands. The festivities continue on Saturday with the 101st Annual King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade featuring paʻu riders, floats, marching bands, and more. The parade starts at 9:00 am at Iolani Palace and goes through Waikiki ending at Kapiolani Regional Park.
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Toby Langcaon, who served as the captain's steward aboard the USS Missouri from 1952 to 1955, showed the USS Missouri inscription on silver utensils Monday, when representatives from the state of Missouri presented the Battleship Missouri Memorial with an original silver place setting used by officers on the Missouri after World War II.
Toby Langcaon, who served as the captain's steward aboard the USS Missouri from 1952 to 1955, showed the USS Missouri inscription on silver utensils Monday, when representatives from the state of Missouri presented the Battleship Missouri Memorial with an original silver place setting used by officers on the Missouri after World War II.
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COURTESY STEVE FANNING
Flames from a wildfi re set the evening sky ablaze above Mokuleia on Wednesday.
Flames from a wildfi re set the evening sky ablaze above Mokuleia on Wednesday.
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The young women of the St. Andrew's Priory class of 2017, 20 graduates in all, made their way out of the Cathedral of St. Andrew after their commencement exercises Sunday, then climbed the wall of the fountain to sing a brief farewell song, "The Start of Something New," from "High School Musical." They raised their arms in celebration as they sang the last words of the song, part of the school's tradition. This is the 150th anniversary of the Priory School for Girls. Inscribed on the wall of the fountain, with the statue of St. Andrew, are the words "Go Ye Into All the World and Preach the Gospel to Every Creature."
The young women of the St. Andrew's Priory class of 2017, 20 graduates in all, made their way out of the Cathedral of St. Andrew after their commencement exercises Sunday, then climbed the wall of the fountain to sing a brief farewell song, "The Start of Something New," from "High School Musical." They raised their arms in celebration as they sang the last words of the song, part of the school's tradition. This is the 150th anniversary of the Priory School for Girls. Inscribed on the wall of the fountain, with the statue of St. Andrew, are the words "Go Ye Into All the World and Preach the Gospel to Every Creature."
28/29
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The Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin temple on Pali Highway was being prepared for termite eradication Thursday as a huge tent was draped over its main building. Workers walked near the middle spire.
The Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin temple on Pali Highway was being prepared for termite eradication Thursday as a huge tent was draped over its main building. Workers walked near the middle spire.
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Darlene and Shawn Doo and their 8-year-old son, Makana, enjoyed Sand Island Beach on Wednesday, checking out the giant cargo ship White Marlin carrying a dry dock from Indonesia. Local shipyard Marisco Ltd. brought the floating dry dock, named Paleke Nui, to Hawaii. It will be moved to Kalaeloa Harbor.
Darlene and Shawn Doo and their 8-year-old son, Makana, enjoyed Sand Island Beach on Wednesday, checking out the giant cargo ship White Marlin carrying a dry dock from Indonesia. Local shipyard Marisco Ltd. brought the floating dry dock, named Paleke Nui, to Hawaii. It will be moved to Kalaeloa Harbor.
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