There are no instructions that are attached to potatoes when you buy them at the store. The way most people know about how to cook them is because their mother told them and they just obeyed. She never gave you a reason why, but you never questioned why and did it her way.

The magnitude-6.2 earthquake that occurred on Sunday, Oct. 10 at 11:49 a.m. HST, originated just south of the island of Hawaii. The large earthquake, caused by bending of the oceanic plate, serves as a stark reminder that the State of Hawaii is no stranger to potentially damaging earthquakes.

We usually think of lush tropical gardens when Hawaii comes to mind, but much of our land especially on the leeward side is desert. There are many delectable fruits that actually do best where conditions are hot and dry. Figs, pomegranates, papaya and dates are just a few that come to mind, but mangoes are by far the most popular.

Studio Art Quilt Associates is pleased to announce the exhibition, ‘Shifting Tides: Convergence in Cloth’ is now online at The Volcano Art Center website at www.volcanoartcenter.org through Nov. 8.

What is a Duroc breed of pig anyway? It has:

The Hawaii Concert Society’s 60th season of fine classical music is a work in progress.

The past year has seen fluctuating lava lakes, ephemeral lava fountains, craggy spires, and drifting “islands” reminiscent of pre-1924 Halema‘uma‘u activity at the summit of Kilauea. The recent activity has USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists reflecting on prior observations and how they compare to recent activity.

With concerns over the COVID-19 impact, many folks are spending more time at home. Instead of going to the office, people are working at home. Some parents are home schooling in an attempt to keep their young children from exposure. Travel and the upcoming holidays may be limited. Some senior citizens are tending to avoid unnecessary travel as well. Here is a thought on creative home projects that may ultimately be considered for holiday gifts as the season draws near.

According to Cooking Light, the criteria for eating healthy foods are eating wholesome, nutritious foods that promote good health; eating more plant-based foods and less meat; eat minimally processed foods, as close to their natural state; taking account the responsibility of using our earth’s resources; highlighting foods that may improve gut health, which in turn helps prevent diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer, and enhance the immune system; experience new global cuisines, many of them being vegetarian; and “We believe that healthy eating is not only about the food but also about shared experiences at the table. Whether you are dining alone, taking a meal to a neighbor, making a weeknight meal, or preparing a holiday feast, health and wholesomeness come when we can slow down and savor the goodness of the food and the pleasure of gathering with those we love.”