UPDATE: KBA 2023 Christmas Parade is GO!

UPDATE: KBA 2023 Christmas Parade is GO!

We are excited to inform you that the Kalihi Business Association Holiday Parade is back! This parade is one of Oahu’s oldest parades and 2023 marks the 74th year of this great event. The parade kicks off the holiday season in Kalihi and is a highlight for many keiki, residents, businesses and organizations in the community. Date: Friday, November 24, 2023 Time: 6pm - 7pm (approx) Route: See Announcement Letter If you, your group, organization, or company is interested in entering a float, a marching unit, a band, a hula halau, or a…continue reading →
Rail Updates Event: HART & Nan Inc • 03-22-23

Rail Updates Event: HART & Nan Inc • 03-22-23

Join us for our 1st meeting since 2020! The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) together with Nan, Inc. will be holding a rail construction update meeting.  Representatives from HART and Nan Inc will present details on the upcoming major work and its impacts to the Kalihi area. We encourage the community to attend this important meeting to learn more about the work that is projected to start in soon. A light lunch will be provided. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22, 2023Susannah Wesley Community Center1117 Kaili Street #3432 • Honolulu, HI 96817• Noon - 1:00…continue reading →
Important Message About the KBA Annual Christmas Parade for 2022

Important Message About the KBA Annual Christmas Parade for 2022

Aloha Sponsors and Participants of the Kalihi Business Association Annual Christmas Parade: We hope that everyone is safe and doing well. Although Covid restrictions have been eased recently, we have decided that the most appropriate and safe course of action is to hold off on the Kalihi Business Association Annual Christmas Parade for 2022 to maintain the safety of the community. We ask for your understanding and we are hopeful that the KBA Annual Christmas Parade can return in 2023. Stay safe and Thank You!continue reading →
KBA OPEN HOUSE – 2022

KBA OPEN HOUSE – 2022

ALOHA! We would like to welcome everyone who is involved with commerce in the greater Kalihi area to come talk-story with us on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 for our Open House at the Sussannah Wesley Community Center. Whether you are an previous member of the KBA or new to the area, please join us as we want your help to promote and represent the interests of the great Kalihi Community. We hope to see you there! Date: April 19, 2022 • 5:00pmLocation: Susannah Wesley Community Center • 1117 Kaili St #3432continue reading →
Important Message About the KBA Annual Christmas Parade for 2021

Important Message About the KBA Annual Christmas Parade for 2021

Aloha Sponsors and Participants of the Kalihi Business Association Annual Christmas Parade: We hope that everyone is safe and doing well. Although Covid restrictions may have been eased recently, we have decided that the most appropriate and safe course of action is to hold off on the Kalihi Business Association Annual Christmas Parade for 2021 to maintain the safety of the community. We ask for your understanding and we are hopeful that the KBA Annual Christmas Parade can return in 2022. Stay safe and Thank You!continue reading →
SWCC Thanksgiving Food Drive 2020!

SWCC Thanksgiving Food Drive 2020!

Help Restock the SWCC Emergency Food Pantry The Susannah Wesley Community Center has been operating an Emergency Food Assistance Program in Kalihi for more than 30 years and the demand has increased by over 300%. Many recipients have historically been kupuna, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic younger families are also in need of help. For anyone in need of food assistance at any time, the SWCC Food Pantry is open on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 12PM—2PM. November is Homeless & Hunger Awareness month and the Center is in need of support for…continue reading →