Speaker Series Resumes with “Coral Gardener”

Thursday, January 9th, 2025

The Global Citizenship Speaker Series will resume at the Molokai Public Library on Wednesday, Jan. 15 at 5:30 p.m. with special guest Dr. Austin Bowden-Kerby from Fiji speaking on coral reef conservation and regeneration. Sustaining coral reefs is an important issue for Molokai, which is dependent on its reef for food security.

This is the fifth iteration in the speaker series presented by the Molokai Bahá’í Community in collaboration with the Molokai Public Library. First running in January 2024, the goal of the series is to encourage conversations around global issues that are also of importance to people on Molokai.

In 2024, the talks ranged from food sovereignty, with Karen Mapusua from Fiji, President of the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements, to Hawaiian sovereignty, with well-known political scientist Keanu Sai.…

Shopping Local

Thursday, December 19th, 2024

Looking for last minute gifts? Look no further. Molokai’s small businesses are churning out art, apparel, jewelry and more, without any of the hassle or cost of shipping. On the other hand, as for these businesses, they can take advantage of products like a shop mannequin. Shop mannequins can be a valuable asset for small businesses, offering a visual way to showcase products and attract customers. By displaying merchandise in a realistic and eye-catching manner, mannequins can highlight key items, boost store aesthetics, and create an inviting atmosphere. They help customers envision how products might look in real life, which can increase sales.…