The history of Mardi Gras goes back to medieval Europe, through Rome and Venice to the French House of Bourbons. The traditional revelry of “Boeuf Gras,” or fatted calf followed France to her colonies in America.

A question: What is arguably one of the most widely recognized volcano names in the world due to its references in the Old Testament?

Finally, after almost two years of avoiding people due to the pandemic, plant societies like the Hawaii chapter of the America Rhododendron Society are digging out of hibernation and having safe gatherings again. This means they can share their love, knowledge and starts with one another and those folks interested in this amazing family of plants. As we head in to spring, March is likely to be the month that many of the COVID-19 restrictions are eased and we can once again connect with folks in social settings.

With the computer age, you would think that there is no need for cookbooks, but there are some old-fashioned folks like me who have over 1,000 cookbooks. I need to go through them and keep those that are my favorites.

The original purpose of geologic mapping in Hawaii was to understand the distribution of groundwater and soils to support agriculture. But as geologic maps have been developed over time, they’ve provided basic information on how the Hawaiian Islands evolved, the workings of individual volcanoes, and the relative degree of long-term hazards posed.

Looking for a way to save on food bills? Let’s consider vegetables, herbs and spices. For many mainland folks, June is full on gardening. However, this is Hawaii and edible gardening activities can be carried out the year round.