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Black History Month
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. A great resource to learn more about LGBTQIA+ people and Black History is the BlackPast website. Learn more by clicking here. Check out Lambda Legalʻs "21 Black Queer Films to Watch This … Continue reading Black History Month
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Queerphoria: Navigating the Intersection of Black + Queer
Queerphoria: Navigating the Intersection of Black + Queer
The University of Hawaiʻi-based public service project Queerify is presenting their Spring 2024 series Queerphoria from February 17 - April 29. The program is designed to amplify queer voices, mobilize queer folks to speak our truths, and connect queer folks and allies with information and one another for a stronger, healthier community. To learn more, … Continue reading Queerphoria: Navigating the Intersection of Black + Queer
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Community Vigil for Nex Benedict
Community Vigil for Nex Benedict
Join us at Spill the Tea Cafe for a vigil in collaboration with other community organizers to honor Nex Benedict’s memory and standing up for trans youth everywhere. Bring flowers, lei, altar items, art supplies, writing supplies, and food or drink to share. Please DO NOT bring any alcohol or other mind-altering substances, as this … Continue reading Community Vigil for Nex Benedict
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Papa Ola Lōkahi Kānaka Māhū/LGBTQ Listening Tour
Papa Ola Lōkahi Kānaka Māhū/LGBTQ Listening Tour
Papa Ola Lōkahi, Hawaiʻi Health & Harm Reduction Center (HHHRC), and 5 Native Hawaiian Health Care Systems are teaming up to host a kānaka māhū/LGBTQ listening tour across Hawaiʻi. Beginning March 5 in Maui and Molokaʻi, then across the other islands within the pae ʻāina. All listening sessions are slated to be from 9am-1:30pm, with … Continue reading Papa Ola Lōkahi Kānaka Māhū/LGBTQ Listening Tour
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Queerphoria: Māhū and Decolonizing the Idea of Gender
Queerphoria: Māhū and Decolonizing the Idea of Gender
The University of Hawaiʻi-based public service project Queerify is presenting their Spring 2024 series Queerphoria from February 17 - April 29. The program is designed to amplify queer voices, mobilize queer folks to speak our truths, and connect queer folks and allies with information and one another for a stronger, healthier community. To learn more, … Continue reading Queerphoria: Māhū and Decolonizing the Idea of Gender
Civil Cafe Legislative Update for 2024
Civil Cafe Legislative Update for 2024
Civil Beat invites you back to the Hawaii State Capitol for Civil Cafe: Legislative Update featuring a discussion with leaders of the House and Senate. This event will be recorded and sent to all those who have registered for the event. Rep. Diamond Garcia, Rep. Gregg Takayama and Sen. Chris Lee will join Civil Beat Politics Editor Chad Blair to discuss what's been going on … Continue reading Civil Cafe Legislative Update for 2024
HIFF Selects: FRIDA
HIFF Selects: FRIDA
An intimately raw and magical journey through the life, mind, and heart of iconic artist Frida Kahlo. Told through her own words for the very first time — drawn from her diary, revealing letters, essays, and print interviews — and brought vividly to life by lyrical animation inspired by her unforgettable artwork. The life of … Continue reading HIFF Selects: FRIDA
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G4G Ready the Zoo for New Exhibit
G4G Ready the Zoo for New Exhibit
Spend the morning with Gay For Good Oʻahu at the Honolulu Zoo helping with the installation of a fence line for an up-and-coming animal exhibit. Work outdoors, using basic tools, and occasionally giving a little extra muscle. Volunteers are asked to wear closed-toe shoes and bring water, sunscreen, etc. that you may need for the … Continue reading G4G Ready the Zoo for New Exhibit
Muay Thai for Self-Defense
Muay Thai for Self-Defense
Join LKE DOJO for their 3rd Queers & Allies Muay Thai for Self Defense Seminar on Saturday, March 9th at Hawaii Martial Arts Center (HMC). Learn fundamental strikes of Muay Thai, as well as movements and techniques that can easily be applied to real life outside of a ring. This class requires no gear and … Continue reading Muay Thai for Self-Defense
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Spill The Tea Cafe’s 2nd Annual Birthday Bash Fundraiser
Spill The Tea Cafe’s 2nd Annual Birthday Bash Fundraiser
Join the community at Spill The Tea Cafe's 2nd Annual Birthday Bash Fundraiser and immerse yourself in an atmosphere of love and acceptance. Support STTCʻs programs that create a space where identities are celebrated, connections are fostered, and futures are brighter. This event showcase STTCʻs dedication to supporting at-risk LGBTQIA+ youth in Hawai’i, regardless of … Continue reading Spill The Tea Cafe’s 2nd Annual Birthday Bash Fundraiser
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Maui County Rainbow Business Guide
The Maui Rainbow Business Guide has been updated, and itʻs a great way to support the diverse people that call Maui County home. This business guide, compiled by Aloha Maui Pride, the Stonewall Caucus, Pride at Work Hawaiʻi and the Hawaiʻi Rainbow Chamber of Commerce, is open free of charge to any business in Maui County … Continue reading Maui County Rainbow Business Guide
Show Your Aloha for Hawaiʻi’s Caregivers: AARP Sign Waving at the Capitol
Show Your Aloha for Hawaiʻi’s Caregivers: AARP Sign Waving at the Capitol
MVPFAFF/LGBTQIA+ kūpna are often cared for by their family of choice, who, like all caregivers, need our support. Join AARP Hawaiʻi for a sign waiving event and learn more about AARPʻs legislative priorities and other work in Hawaiʻi. • WHEN: Tuesday, March 12, 2024 from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM at the State Capitol (sidewalk … Continue reading Show Your Aloha for Hawaiʻi’s Caregivers: AARP Sign Waving at the Capitol
Queerphoria: Lei Pua ʻAla Project — Queer Histories of Hawaiʻi
Queerphoria: Lei Pua ʻAla Project — Queer Histories of Hawaiʻi
The University of Hawaiʻi-based public service project Queerify is presenting their Spring 2024 series Queerphoria from February 17 - April 29. The program is designed to amplify queer voices, mobilize queer folks to speak our truths, and connect queer folks and allies with information and one another for a stronger, healthier community. To learn more, … Continue reading Queerphoria: Lei Pua ʻAla Project — Queer Histories of Hawaiʻi
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Honolulu AIDS Walk Team Captain Pau Hana
Honolulu AIDS Walk Team Captain Pau Hana
Ready to make a meaningful impact in the fight against AIDS? The Hawaiʻi Health & Harm Reduction Center invites you to their Team Captain Kick-off Mixer. Join an informative yet relaxed gathering where you’ll gain valuable insights into leading a successful team for the Honolulu AIDS Walk. Discover top-notch strategies and best practices while connecting … Continue reading Honolulu AIDS Walk Team Captain Pau Hana
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Hale Kū Ānuenue Support Groups
Hawaiʻi Islandʻs Hale Kū Ānuenue is a community of care for māhū and LGBTQIA2S+ people, and they host monthly support groups for youth (3rd Fridays) as well as caregivers (3rd Thursdays) at their space in Hilo. The organizationʻs mission: "We create and sustain space for and with māhū and queer people from keiki to kūpuna, … Continue reading Hale Kū Ānuenue Support Groups
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Call for Contributers: Hūlili Special Issue | No Ka Pono o ka Māhūi
Kamehameha Publishingʻs Hūlili examines the nature, needs, and strengths of Kānaka Maoli and Native Hawaiian communities. Its upcoming special issue, “No ka Pono o ka Māhūi”, will be comprised of works centered on Kanaka Maoli desire, sexuality, gender, and relations, including māhū, aikāne, hoʻo/haʻakāne, hoʻo/haʻawahine, punalua, poʻolua, and hānai. Co-edited by Dr. Jamaica Heolimeleikalani Osorio … Continue reading Call for Contributers: Hūlili Special Issue | No Ka Pono o ka Māhūi
Pride At Work Hawaiʻi Monthly Pau Hana
Pride At Work Hawaiʻi Monthly Pau Hana
Join the Pride at Work Hawai‘i Pau Hana every third Friday of the month to learn about their work mobilizing support between the labor movement and LGBTQIA+ communities. Pride at Work – Hawai'i is a chapter of Pride At Work, (a national nonprofit organization that represents LGBTQ+ union members and their allies), and an officially … Continue reading Pride At Work Hawaiʻi Monthly Pau Hana
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Lei Pula ʻAla: Community Participation
Lei Pua ʻAla is a multidimensional project to document and memorialize gender and sexual diversity across the uniquely multicultural landscape of Hawaiʻi. The team behind the project is inviting community participation to help bring forward stories of the people, places, and events that have shaped the history of Hawaii’s Māhū - LGBTQ+ communities and to … Continue reading Lei Pula ʻAla: Community Participation
Hula’s Catamaran Saturdays
Hula’s Catamaran Saturdays
Get together with friends old and new for a fun boat ride with Hulaʻs Catamaran Saturdays. Meet at Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand (reservations recommended, walk-ins accepted based on availability) 134 Kapahulu Avenue, Waikiki Grand Hotel – Enter Through Lobby by 1:45pm – 2:00pm. The group will be escorted to the board which will set … Continue reading Hula’s Catamaran Saturdays
Dive in Theater Drag Singalong with Candi Shell & Tara Way
Dive in Theater Drag Singalong with Candi Shell & Tara Way
On the 3rd Saturday of every month the queens take over the pool deck at the Waikīkī Swim & Social Club. Hosted by Candi Shell, the Dive-In Theater Singalong also features Tara Way and Ramona Sidlo, Mayor of the Block. This is a free event and open to all. The first show, "Princess Problems" on … Continue reading Dive in Theater Drag Singalong with Candi Shell & Tara Way
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Womenʻs History Month
Women’s History Month celebrates the contributions women have made to the United States and recognizes their achievements over the course of American history. If your organization is planning an event celebrating Womenʻs History Month--especially if it focuses on the MVPFAFF/LGBTQIA+ community--and youʻd like it listed on this Community Calendar, please send details to calendar@hawaiilgbtlegacy.com. Mahalo.
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Hula’s 50th Anniversary: Call for Community Photos
World famous and Hawaii’s very own, Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand will celebrate 50 years this summer! After originally opening under the famous Banyan Tree in the middle of Waikīkī half a century ago, the famed LGBTQ+ bar moved to its present location in 1994. With the anticipation of Hula’s Five-0 Golden Anniversary around the … Continue reading Hula’s 50th Anniversary: Call for Community Photos
Trivia Night at Wang Chungʻs Karaoke Bar
Trivia Night at Wang Chungʻs Karaoke Bar
Join the fun with Because Hawaii at "Waikiki’s best, brain-busting trivia showdown where excitement and brain-power collide" at Wang Chungs Karaoke Bar every first and third Monday. The competition starts at 7:30, with drinks, snacks, and prizes to the top teams. "Get ready for a wild ride of unexpected twists and uproarious moments that will … Continue reading Trivia Night at Wang Chungʻs Karaoke Bar
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Queer Disruption: Reshaping Business in a New World
Queer Disruption: Reshaping Business in a New World
Join Queer HNL for an all-inclusive free event with fun entertainment by The Aphrodisiacs and others, a panel discussion, and an After Party with pupus and cash bar at the Alohilaniʻs Swell on Tuesday, March 19th. The panel, moderated by Anjolie Choudhuri, will explore the queer experience within male-dominated industries and how allies can help … Continue reading Queer Disruption: Reshaping Business in a New World
Blazing Saddles Hawaiʻi
Blazing Saddles Hawaiʻi
Blazing Saddles Hawai‘i provides a fun and friendly country-western social dance environment for Hawaiʻi's diverse community. Join them for line dancing, two-step, waltzes, swing, and more, at the Ala Wai Golf Course Clubhouse Ballroom. Beginners are always welcome and the Blazing Saddles ʻohana offers free lessons. For more information, click here.
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Musical Bingo at Wang Chung’s
Musical Bingo at Wang Chung’s
Because Hawaii and Wang Chungʻs Karaoke Bar have teamed up for a new Musical Bingo night every Wednesday. The first game begins at 7:30pm, with two additional games following through the night. Itʻs free to play and lots of fun to sing along, and there are prizes for all winners! Learn more at Because Hawaii.
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Registration open: NGLCC International Business & Leadership Conference
Join the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce at the world's largest LGBTQ+ business event July 30 - August 2 in Palm Springs. "Be Exceptional" is where innovation will meet inclusivity, and where global leaders unite for a brighter, more connected future. For more information, click here. The National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) is the … Continue reading Registration open: NGLCC International Business & Leadership Conference
Kūpuna Collective: LGB&T Cultural Humility- Knowing Our Place
Kūpuna Collective: LGB&T Cultural Humility- Knowing Our Place
This training for kūpuna service providers and others who are passionate about kūpuna health and wellbeing is presented by Kunane Dreier and Maddalynn Sesepasara of the Hawai‘i Health and Harm Reduction Center (HHHRC). Itʻs designed to increase knowledge and skills to effectively interact with LGB&T people, as well as support and provide affirming care and … Continue reading Kūpuna Collective: LGB&T Cultural Humility- Knowing Our Place
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Kauaʻi Pride Beach Cleanup
Kauaʻi Pride Beach Cleanup
Join Kauaʻi Pride and Surfrider Kauaʻi for a beach cleanup at Nukoliʻi Beach Park on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at 3pm. Kauaʻi Pride is on a mission to clean up beaches across the island, while collecting rainbow-colored marine debris as they go to create their float for the 2024 Kauaʻi Pride Parade & Festival on … Continue reading Kauaʻi Pride Beach Cleanup
Kaʻiwa Ridge (Lanikai Pillbox) Sunset Hike
Kaʻiwa Ridge (Lanikai Pillbox) Sunset Hike
Join the Oʻahu Queer Hiking group on one of their favorite evening hikes to end your weekend on a beautiful note. This is considered a challenging route because of the steep initial climb (and the parking). Due to the drier topography, this hike can get quite sunny and warm during the late afternoon. Please bring hiking/comfortable … Continue reading Kaʻiwa Ridge (Lanikai Pillbox) Sunset Hike
HIFF: Green Night
HIFF: Green Night
The Hawaiʻi International Film Festivalʻs 2024 Spring Showcase is featuring GREEN NIGHT on March 24-25. This thrilling feminist noir, shot in both Korean and Mandarin, premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival, and stars Fan Bingbing and Lee Joo-Young (BROKER, ITAEWON CLASS). After a chance encounter, two women find themselves in the underbelly of Seoul … Continue reading HIFF: Green Night
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Queerphoria: Breaking Boundaries–Understanding Gender Transition
Queerphoria: Breaking Boundaries–Understanding Gender Transition
The University of Hawaiʻi-based public service project Queerify is presenting their Spring 2024 series Queerphoria from February 17 - April 29. The program is designed to amplify queer voices, mobilize queer folks to speak our truths, and connect queer folks and allies with information and one another for a stronger, healthier community. To learn more, … Continue reading Queerphoria: Breaking Boundaries–Understanding Gender Transition
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Transgender Day of Visibility
Transgender Day of Visibility
Join Hawaiʻi Health & Harm Reduction (HHHRC) at the State Capitol for Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) sign-waving and rally. This day is not just about being seen; it is about celebrating the diverse experiences and contributions of transgender individuals in our society. Come together and raise awareness as we proudly display messages of support … Continue reading Transgender Day of Visibility
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The Aphrodisiacs Under The Stars
The Aphrodisiacs Under The Stars
Oʻahu's sexiest Neo Burlesque dancers The Aphrodisiacs are bringing their hottest new creations to the open air stage at Cafe Kopi!. Doors open at 7pm to a gorgeous Fire Spinning pre show. The Aphrodisiacs hit the mainstage at 7:30pm with their one of a kind showcase featuring sultry striptease, unique solo and group choreography. Hosted by … Continue reading The Aphrodisiacs Under The Stars
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March 31 – April 6: Merrie Monarch Festival
The Merrie Monarch Festival is a week-long cultural event held in each spring, featuring Hawaiian culture and a premier hula competition. Competition performances are held at Hilo’s Edith Kanakaole Stadium on Hawaiʻi Island, including the wahine and kane solos in both the kahiko and ʻauana categories, as well as hula ʻauana and modern hula from … Continue reading March 31 – April 6: Merrie Monarch Festival
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