HILO (Island News) There were some concerns that the weather would not cooperate Saturday for the Merrie Monarch parade in Hilo. The week of festivities has been wrapping up on
March 17 marks the birthday of Queen Kaʻahumanu – a beloved Kuhina Nui, champion of women’s rights, and female surfer. To commemorate her birthday, Queen Kaʻahumanu Center will celebrate with mele, hula and protocol by ʻAhahui Kaʻahumanu Society followed by Kamaʻāina Nights live local music by Kamalei Kawaʻa.