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💰 Pearl City Elementary School Organizes Hurricane Relief Donation Drive

🏡 Council Member Pushes Legislature to Tackle Spiraling Condo Insurance Rates

🎸 Irie Love at Valor

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Pearl City Elementary School Organizes Hurricane Relief Donation Drive for Victims of Hurricane Helene

Pearl City Elementary School is leading a community-driven effort to support families affected by Hurricane Helene. The school has launched a donation drive aimed at providing essential items to those impacted in the Asheville and Black Mountain areas of North Carolina.

Donations will directly aid victims, helping them meet basic daily needs. All items collected by the Pearl City Elementary School (PCES) family will be shipped free of charge to the affected areas. The school is asking for contributions of clothing, toiletries, and other necessities to help those struggling after the disaster.

While food and water are not needed at this time, the school encourages donations of used or new clothing for men, women, and children, along with footwear, towels, hygiene products, baby supplies, first aid items, and school supplies. They are also collecting winter essentials like blankets and coats in preparation for colder weather.

The donation drive kicks off at the school's "Hot Dog Movie Night" on October 25, where attendees can drop off contributions at a designated Hurricane Helene donation box near the sign-in desk. Donations will also be accepted at the school office from October 25 through November 22.

In addition to material donations, the school invites the community to leave notes of encouragement for the hurricane victims. A special table will be set up during the movie night event for those who wish to write personal messages, which will be included in the shipment of donated goods.

Council Member Pushes Legislature to Tackle Spiraling Condo Insurance Rates

City Council member Val Okimoto's Resolution 242, urges state lawmakers to address the sharp increase in property insurance premiums on Oahu, especially affecting condo owners. The resolution highlights the toll of recent climate-related disasters, like the 2023 Maui wildfires, which have driven up insurance costs. Hawaii's limited condominium insurance options have forced associations to rely on expensive surplus lines, with premiums spiking as much as 1,000%. While Governor Green has taken steps to stabilize the market, Okimoto believes more legislative action is needed to prevent further financial strain on homeowners.

Join us at Pearl City High School for a family-friendly Halloween Drive Thru event on October 25th from 4 PM to 6 PM. Starting at the Momilani Elementary entrance, you'll enjoy festive decorations and spooky fun. Don't miss the chance to park and pick a pumpkin at our farm—perfect for creating Halloween memories!

The Haven at Pearl City High School - Explore the pumpkin patch, garden plots, and kupuna raised beds, enjoy light refreshments, and visit our mini garden and plant craft fair. October 25th from 4-6 PM.

Irie Love - October 25 from 9:00pm to 2:00am at Valor Bar located in the Wai Makai third level food court.

Community:

2nd Annual Pearl City Elks Lodge Golf Scramble Tournament - October 25, at the Leilehua Golf Course. Prizes, Fun, and Fellowship. Register here

Pearl Harbor Bike Path Clean-Up - Saturday, October 26th, from 7:30 am to 10:30 am, near the Pearl City Community Church.

Happy Paws Ohana Fundraiser - dozen Krispy Kreme donuts for $20. Proceeds support feeding and caring for rescued animals. Donuts can be picked up on October 26th at Manana Community Park, with pre-payment via Venmo @Happypawsohana or Cash App $Happypawsohana.

Hot Rods, Classic Cars, & Cruz Night with Bleizn’ FX - Come down and talk to the owners of these amazing cars and admire their incredible car builds! Saturday, October 26 from 5 to 9 p.m. Pearlridge Center Wai Makai, fourth level parking lot above the Nehu Market food court.

Food:

Pearlridge Open-Air Farmers’ Market: October 26 from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm. Featuring some 30 vendors offering locally grown fruits and vegetables, plants and freshly made treats including oven-fresh breads and other baked goods.

Village Market at Pearlridge: October 26 from 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Indulge in a variety of food trucks, browse through craft and retail vendors, and have fun with your friends and family! The Village Market features ample seating and live musical entertainment. Don't forget to visit the beer garden featuring signature spirits and cocktails!

Crafts:

Crimping Bracelet - Learn the basics for making beaded bracelets with beading wire and crimp beads. Oct 29 from 10:00am-12:00pm Learn more

Crochet Market Bag - Learn how to make a crochet market bag. Must know at least how to chain, single crochet, and half-double crochet. Oct 30 from 10:30am-12:30pm Learn more

Basic Hand Lettering - Workshop with tips to take your hand lettering to the next step. Oct 30 from 3:00pm-5:00pm Learn more

Entertainment:

Chardonnay & Kawao - October 26 from 9:00pm to 2:00am at Valor Bar located in the Wai Makai third level food court.

UH Manoa Orchestra Performance - Share in the sounds of the beautiful string instruments of the UH Manoa Orchestra as they perform a medley of pieces on Sunday, October 27 from 4 to 5 p.m. in Mauka Center Court of Pearlridge Center.

Halloween:

Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Contest & Parade (Ewa Beach)
Date: October 25 from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m
Ewa by Gentry and the Oahu SPCA are hosting their first "Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Contest & Parade" on October 25. Featuring a dog parade, games, food vendors, and a costume contest with prizes. Attendees can register for free before October 20

Nightmare on Midway Street (Kapolei Event Center)
Dates: October 25-26, & 31 from 6:00pm-10:00pm
A haunted house experience offering a blend of scares and fun in Kapolei. Perfect for those who love thrills, this haunted house is sure to give you chills

Haunted Plantation
Dates: October 25-27, & 31 from 7:00pm-11:00pm
Experience one of Hawaii's scariest haunted attractions at the historic Waipahu Plantation Village, where actors and terrifying scenes come to life. Book here

Trunk & Treat Trick-O-Treating (Mililani YMCA) - Enjoy a safe and fun-filled Halloween celebration with costume contests, food trucks, and more. Purchase an activity stamp card for exciting games, arts & crafts, a haunted house, and inflatable attractions on October 26 from 4:30pm - 7:30pm. Register here

Halloween Costume Party at KIHA Public Skate
Date: October 26, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
A family-friendly roller skating party where costumes are encouraged, along with music and Halloween-themed fun.

Mililani Shopping Center Minion Halloween
Date: October 26, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
This Minion-themed event invites kids to trick-or-treat, participate in a costume contest, and enjoy themed crafts such as decorating minion masks​

Keiki Halloween Costume Contest (Chuck E. Cheese) - This event is free and open to kids of all ages, with prizes for categories like "Most Original," "Scariest," and "Best Parent & Child" costumes. Registration and judging will take place on October 26 from 8:00 AM to 9:15 AM, followed by a parade led by Stevo the Clown at 10:00 AM to enjoy Trick-or-Treating with local merchants!

Halloween Fun Day at Barber's Point Stables - Featuring a costume contest and trick-or-treating starting at 9:30 AM on Saturday, October 26, followed by mounted games at 11:00 AM. Gates will open at 7:30 AM, with registration beginning at 8:30 AM. For more information and registration, contact [email protected].

Pumpkin Festival at Aloun Farms (Kapolei)
Dates: October 26-27 from 8:30pm-5:00pm
This beloved annual event features a pumpkin patch, hayrides, local food vendors, and more. Families can pick their own pumpkins and enjoy farm activities.

Halloween Trick Or Treat at Town Center of Mililani
Date: October 27, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Dress up your keiki in their favorite costumes and join us for a frightfully fun day of trick-or-treating. Enjoy holiday face painting and spin our prize wheel for a chance to win fang-tastic prizes!

Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace Fall Festival: Enjoy a festive pumpkin patch display, shop from local crafters and vendors, let the keiki enjoy trick-or-treating, and have fun with outdoor games. Grab a bite from food trucks and soak in the fall vibes in Sections 8B-9B. October 27th from 9 AM to 2 PM.

Leeward Community Church and The Children's House are holding a "Trunk or Treat" event at Pearl City High School on Sunday, October 27, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Families are invited to come in costume and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon. No registration is needed.

OSHi Fall Festival - Our Savior Lutheran Church in Aiea will hold a free Fall Festival on October 27th from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. The community event will include caricatures, balloon twisting, a bounce house, and delicious food. Attendees are encouraged to wear non-scary costumes and enjoy a fun-filled evening with family and friends. RSVPs are appreciated but not required.

Haunted House & Family Fun Night at Mililani Middle School, Oct. 27-28, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. There will be more than 40 family fun activities, including carnival style games, prizes, inflatables, “make and take” projects and food booths.

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