1. Honolulu is the southernmost major U.S. city. Although the name "Honolulu" refers to the urban area on the southeastern shore of the island of Oahu, the city and county government are consolidated as the City and County of Honolulu, which covers the entire island. For statistical purposes, the U.S. Census Bureau recognizes the urban part of Honolulu as a census-designated place.
   
   
2. Over half of Honolulu's jobs lie between government, trade, transportation, and utilities and hospitality/tourism services. The largest city and airport in the Hawaiian Islands, Honolulu acts as a natural gateway to the islands' large tourism industry, which brings millions of visitors and contributes $10 billion annually to the local economy. Honolulu's location in the Pacific also makes it a large business and trading hub, particularly between the East and the West. Other important aspects of the city's economy include military defense, research and development, and manufacturing.
   
   
3. The Contemporary Museum is the only contemporary art museum in the state. It has two locations: main campus in Makiki and a multi-level gallery in downtown Honolulu at the First Hawaiian Center.
   
   
4. Honolulu also annually holds the Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF). It showcases some of the best films from producers all across the Pacific Rim and is the largest "East meets West" style film festival of its sort in the United States.
   
   
5. Tourist attractions
   Ala Moana Center
   Aloha Tower
   Bishop Museum
   Diamond Head
   Hanauma Bay
   Honolulu Academy of Arts
   Honolulu Zoo
   Iolani Palace
   Lyon Arboretum
   National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific
   USS Arizona Memorial
   Waikiki Aquarium
   Waikiki Beach
   
   
   
   
6. The median income for a household in the CDP was $45,112, and the median income for a family was $56,311.
   
   
7. Honolulu experiences a year-round tropical climate with a mostly dry summer season. Honolulu sees lots of sunshine most of the year. Temperatures vary little throughout the months, with average high temperatures of 80-89 °F and lows of 65-75 °F throughout the year. Temperatures rarely exceed 90 °F, with lows in the upper-50's °F occurring once or twice a year. Waters off the coast of Honolulu average 82 °F in the summer months and 77 °F in the winter months.
   
   

By Race

White

Black

Pacific Islander

Asian

Hispanic

Total Population

19.7%

1.6%

6.9%

55.9%

4.4%

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BEAUTY CARE - BLACK HAIR SALONS - MULTICULTURAL

1. Braids Hawaii -  Category: Black Hair Salons - At Braids Hawaii we continue to push the frontiers of braiding art by continuing to create new and unique designs and patterns. -   1415 Kalakaua Ave, Suite 216 Honolulu, HI (808) 791-7106  - (visit website)
   
   
2. Paradise Hair Extensions & Black Hair Care -  Category: Black Hair Salons - 159 Kaiulani Ave, Honolulu, HI (808) 239-1991
   
   
3. Steven Malani Colour Salon -  Category: Salon - 1600 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI (808) 944-0084
   
   

BLACK BUSINESSES - SERVICES - VENDORS ETC.

1. African American Lawyers Association of Hawaii -  Category: Legal Services -   Tel: (808)-545-4165 (808)-524-4406 (808) -533-0275  - (visit website)
   
   
2. African Heritage Fine Jewelry -  Category: Jewelry - Featuring custom designed African wedding rings bracelets, pendants, and earrings. -  1311 Kapiolani Blvd., #203 Honolulu, Hawaii (808) 597-1341
   
   

CULTURE

1. African American Diversity Center -  Category: Legal Cultural - Venue to preserve African American history in Hawai'i, share its cultural values with the community through exhibitions to increase intercultural collaboration and providing events and programs to enhance cultural appreciation. -   1311 Kapiolani Blvd # 203, Honolulu, HI 96814-4556 (808) 597-1341  - (visit website)
   
   

DINING - CATERING

1. A Taste of the Bayou -  Category: Southern Cuisine -   - 740 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, HI (808) 732-2229
   
   
2. Chef Sean's Soul Food -  Category: Soul Food -  Chef Sean Priester's soul food tent at the Manoa Farmer's Market -2851 E Manoa Rd Honolulu, HI (808) 735-7685
   
   
3. Dixie Grill -  Category: Southern Cuisine -  - 404 Ward Ave, Honolulu, HI (808) 596-8359  - (visit website)
   
   
4. Gina's Barbeque -  Category: Barbeque -  - 2919 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu, HI (808) 735-7964  - (visit website)
   
   
5. Mom's Soul Food -  Category: Soul Food Restaurants - Meat loaf, greens and sweet tea, pork chops. -   1121 Bethel St. - Aiea, HI (808) 488-5168
   
   
6. Soul -  Category: Soul Food Restaurants -   3040 Waialae Ave - Honolulu, HI (808) 735-7685   - (visit website)
   
   
7. Soul De Cuba -  Category: Soul Food Restaurants - Soul de Cuba Cafe offers a unique dining experience combining exquisite traditional Cuban dishes and specialty drinks. -   1121 Bethel St. - Honolulu, HI (808) 545-2822   - (visit website)
   
   
8. Soul Patrol -  Category: Soul Food -  Cuisine with Aloha and Spice! -3040 Waialae Ave. Honolulu, HI 96816 (808) 735-7685  - (visit website)
   
   

If you think you like dance, and music, watch this. It was performed in Honolulu Hawaii by African performers.

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CHURCHES

1. New Life Body of Christ Christian Church -  74 S Kamehameha Hwy, Honolulu, HI (808) 622-6650  - (visit website)
   
   
2. Trinity Missionary Baptist Church - 3950 Paine Circle, Honolulu, HI (808) 422-8622  - (visit website)
   
   

ENTERTAINMENT

1. Back Stage Jazz Lounge -  Category: Nightclub -   - 1778 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI (808) 947-8057 - (808) 951-8671
   
   
2. Jazz Minds Art and Café -  Category: Nightclub -   - 1661 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu, HI (808) 945-0800 - (visit website)
   
   
3. Lewers Lounge -  Category: Nightclub -   -2199 Kalia Rd, Honolulu, HI (808) 923-2311 - (visit website)
   
   
4. Next Door -  Category: Nightclub -   -43 Hotel St, Honolulu, HI (808) 548-6398
   
   
5. Sharkey's Comedy Club -  Category: Entertainment - Hawaii's only comedy club offers the nation's top stand-up comedians! -   120 Kaiulani Avenue, Honolulu, HI (808) 531-4242  - (visit website)
   
   
6. Thirynine Hotel -  Category: Nightclub -  - 39 N Hotel St, Honolulu, HI (808) 599-2552  - (visit website)
   
   
7. Venus Night Club -  Category: Nightclub -   - 1349 Kapiolani Boulevard, Honolulu, HI (808) 955-2640 - (808) 951-8671
   
   

ANNUAL EVENTS

1. Annual Hawaii Book & Music Festival
    (May) held at Frank F. Fasi Civic Grounds (Honolulu Hale) - (visit website)
   
   Meet Pacific Raven Authors. Book Signings, Poetry Readings, Manuscript Evaluation, Publishing Information.
   
   
   
2. Mardi Gras Carnaval
    (March) The Mardi Gras Carnaval Street Festival is a free event along Nu’uanu Avenue. - (visit website)
   
   An International celebration of indulgence. Celebrating Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday.
   
   
   
3. Martin Luther King Day
   (January)  From University of Hawaii – Maui College Kaahumanu parking lot.
   
   On Kaahumanu Avenue across from Burger King, next to First Hawaiian Bank. A light lunch will be provided, no potluck items, please!
   
   
   
4. The Hawaii International Comedy Festival
   - (visit website)
   
   For more information on The Hawaii International Comedy Festival, email us at hawaiifunnyfest@yahoo.com or call festival director Ozell Daniel at (808) 861-0170