“In the spirit of living creatively, let’s celebrate the arts, everyday! Thank you for supporting our local artists, and culture and arts organizations on O'ahu.”
— Mayor Rick Blangiardi & Karen Blangiardi
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Voices of the Community
A thriving community starts with asking good questions, sharing ideas, discovering new insights, and understanding each other. Below are questions from Mayor Rick Blangiardi, and responses from the community. If you would like to be a part of the Voices conversation, please sign up below to receive emails about what is happening in our City, and questions that are being asked.
What’s your favorite place on O‘ahu?
My favorite place on Oahu, by far, is Kailua Beach. I love it in the early morning, and always think “Lucky to Live Hawaii.”
During Women’s History Month, what woman would you like to honor?
Let’s pay tribute to Queen Kapi‘olani. In 1890, she helped found what is now Kapi‘olani Medical Center for Women & Children…
How are you managing during this COVID-19 pandemic? What would make life better for you?
I’m thinking I might as well get used to working from home, indefinitely. I made a permanent workspace in the dining room, with a screen partition. It helps me not think about work all day and night…
There are over 200 hiking trails on Oahu; which is your favorite? How can we make hiking on Oahu a better experience?
My favorite hike is the Likeke Trail, because of the waterfall at the end. Somehow limiting the number of people per day on each trail, to lessen the crowds, would make it a better experience…
Why do you live, work or play in Chinatown? Why is Chinatown worth revitalizing?
The history, architecture and artsy feel of Honolulu’s Chinatown appeal to my sense of humanity, aesthetics and community. The narrow streets create a neighborhood feel, where waving to the chef from across the street is what you do.
