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Hey there, Honolulu! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Will you be ready for Honolulu's 20 charter questions in 2026?
  • What to expect at Hawaii Theatre's 'Nearly Extinct Animals' world premiere
  • Want new hiking friends? Inside Honolulu Hiking Club's growing trail community

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Showers around; breezy, humid, with a high of 86 and low of 78 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Partly sunny; breezy, humid, temps: high: 88, low: 76.
  • Saturday: Mainly cloudy and breezy, with a high of 89 and low of 77 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Honolulu voters face 20 charter questions in 2026 (khon2.com) — Honolulu voters will face 20 City Charter amendment questions at the end of their November 3, 2026 ballots, shaping how city government operates for years to come. The Charter Commission urges residents to study the proposals early and attend upcoming information sessions around Oʻahu, with full details and amendment text available on the Honolulu Charter Commission website.
   

2. 'Carnival of the Nearly Extinct Animals' celebrates species with song (mongabay.com) — Honolulu arts lovers can catch "Carnival of the Nearly Extinct Animals" at the historic Hawaii Theatre on Sept. 18 and 19, featuring Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra musicians, Ballet Hawaii dancers, and narration by local actor Moses Goods. The multimedia production blends music, puppetry, dance, and student-written poetry to spotlight threatened species, including Hawaiʻi's own endangered kāhuli snails.
   

3. Honolulu Hiking Club founder combines recreation with respect and community (alohastatedaily.com) — A Honolulu-based hiker has grown Honolulu Hiking Club into a thriving community that meets weekly for Sunday morning hikes, plus tougher Saturday and sunset outings around Oʻahu. The club emphasizes safety, trail stewardship, and respect for Hawaiʻi's landscapes, inviting locals to join via text RSVP and leave each hike with new friendships and a stronger sense of kuleana for the islands.
   

4. Rainbow Warriors use bye week to stay sharp ahead of Wyoming (hawaiinewsnow.com) — Honolulu football fans can see the Rainbow Warriors using their bye week to sharpen up after a 29–19 win over New Mexico State, with full-pads practices aimed at keeping intensity high. Players and coach Timmy Chang say they're focused on working toward a Mountain West championship before heading to Wyoming next week to battle for the Paniolo Trophy.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • My wife has a job interview Friday, today I took her to the Dress for Success program for styling appointment and information about other services to help her with the interview.
    The gave her two outfits, a pair of shoes, a purse, and a little necklace. Also a little cosmetic bag with some stuff in it. I am so happy to see her… (Nextdoor Kuakini)
  • Another finished piece from my new collection.
    This one is from a picture my daughter took on a film camera, which I printed in black-and-white and hand-painted with pan pastels. I love the moody… (Nextdoor Kai Koko)
  • Hawaii State Department of Education posted a job opening for School Custodian II - Nanakuli High & Intermediate in Honolulu. Apply here.
  • University of Hawai'i posted a job opening for Assistant Professor (Statewide Workforce Development/Career and Technical Education) in Honolulu. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Honolulu here.

Ok Honolulu! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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