Poipu Beach Foundation

11/13/2024

We love Kauai’s beautiful fall colors 🌈

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08/25/2024

The humble Plantation cottage ♥️

08/03/2024

Join beloved local artist Robin McCoy for an open studio THIS SATURDAY, (Aug 3) at her space at . She will be unveiling a series of six new paintings from her “My Garden” series. Hope to see you there! Open from 10am-4pm.

Come for the art and stay for food trucks and fun shops!

07/28/2024

Koloa Plantation Days Fun Run. Sunday, July 28, 6-9:30am, Poipu Beach Park

https://www.raceentry.com/koloa-plantation-days-family-fun-run/race-information

Four different course lengths for you to choose from depending on your ability, endurance, and motivation! The choice of courses allows you to test your endurance or just stroll along while enjoying some of the most beautiful ocean views on Kauai’s South Shore.

Race jerseys are included with registration. After the races a delicious breakfast will be served compliments of Keoki’s Paradise, coffee and iced mocha from Kauai Coffee, fruit from Friendly Waves at Koloa Village and juice from Brennecke’s Beach Broiler. Awards will be given for 1st through 3rd place for each race course as well as for the winners in each age group division. Special awards will be given to all youth under 10 years who participate in the keiki run!

Event details and schedule

Choose Your Distance – Choose to Race… or Walk!

1 Mile Keiki Run Start Time: 8:30am for aspiring athletes 10 years & under; in the park

5K Run/Walk (3.1 miles) Start Time: 7am Perfect for everyone – and all ages! Walkers, joggers, sprinters or strollers – bring the entire family to walk, ride or jog together.

10K Run (6.2 miles) Start Time: 6:45am test your speed and endurance!

10 Mile Walk Start Time: 6am Newly added for those who are committed to the distance but not the high impact!

10 Mile Run Start Time: 6:30am For those who are training for The Kauai Marathon /Half Marathon or any distance running!

07/24/2024

Happening today, Wednesday, July 24, 3:30-6pm at The Shops at Kukuiula, their weekly Kaua’i Culinary Market with a special chef demonstration by . At 5pm, Chefs from Leongs will highlight the unique flavors of the sugar plantation era and show you how to make a Kauai favorite Lomi Lomi Salmon. Enjoy complimentary Lomi Lomi salmon samples afterwards. All part of The week long Koloa Plantation Days celebration. For more events follow

07/22/2024

Koloa Plantation Days at The Shops starts next Monday, July 22, at 6:30-8pm with a storytelling event: “Our Hometown” featuring Master Storyteller Lopaka Kapanul. Join us in the Palm Court for an evening of refreshment and stories about the island’s rich plantation history.
Master Storyteller Lopaka Kapanui is a native Hawaiian storyteller and cultural practitioner. He will kick off the Koloa Plantation Days celebration with an engaging narration of life during the plantation era along with legendary ghost tales.

07/20/2024

Free Bass Fishing at Waita Reservoir today, from 1-4pm. This “catch and release” fishing experience is brought to you by Kauai ATV and Kauai Bass Fishing. Bring your own equipment! For reservations call 808-742-2734 🎣 meet at Kauai ATV.

07/18/2024

Koloa Plantation Days kicks off this Friday, July 19 at Koloa Village with Halau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leina’ala, live music, a beer garden and Line Dancing! Festivities begin at 5pm! Go to koloaplantationdays.com for a full line up of 10 daysfamily-friendly events.

07/13/2024

Happening Saturday! The annual Tree Tunnel Clean-Up July 13, from 7am-5pm.

In preparation for Koloa Plantation Days our community will be working together for the Tree Tunnel Clean Up. Please be advised that Maluhia Road (Tree Tunnel), from Kaumuall’i Highway to Ala Kino iki junction, will be closed for this cleanup on July 13, from 7am - 5pm. Traffic will be diverted to Koloa Road. As a reminder, ‘Oma’o Road is a narrow residential road that is not intended to be used as a detour route and not designed for high volumes of traffic or truck traffic. The speed limit is 25 mph for the entire length of Oma o Road. Motorists should allow for extra travel time and follow the speed limits and all traffic signs. Electronic message boards will be installed to inform motorists.

The road closure will allow community groups to conduct an annual clean-up of Maluhia Road for the Koloa Plantation Days celebration. In addition, the County of Kaua’i Roads Division will be present and conduct grass-cutting and shoulder maintenance work. For more information about the road closure, call the Roads Division Main Office at 808-241-4847

07/13/2024

Happening Saturday, the annual Tree Tunnel Clean-Up July 13, from 7am-5pm.

In preparation for Koloa Plantation Days our community will be working together for the Tree Tunnel Clean Up. Please be advised that Maluhia Road (Tree Tunnel), from Kaumuall’i Highway to Ala Kino iki junction, will be closed for this cleanup on July 13, from 7am - 5pm. Traffic will be diverted to Koloa Road. As a reminder, ‘Oma’o Road is a narrow residential road that is not intended to be used as a detour route and not designed for high volumes of traffic or truck traffic. The speed limit is 25 mph for the entire length of Oma o Road. Motorists should allow for extra travel time and follow the speed limits and all traffic signs. Electronic message boards will be installed to inform motorists.

The road closure will allow community groups to conduct an annual clean-up of Maluhia Road for the Koloa Plantation Days celebration. In addition, the County of Kaua’i Roads Division will be present and conduct grass-cutting and shoulder maintenance work. For more information about the road closure, call the Roads Division Main Office at 808-241-4847.

01/27/2024

Beautiful mahaulepu 🌞

After a 2-mile trek under a grueling sun, I crawl through a small crevasse into a dim cave. As I stare up at the cavern’s irregular surfaces, I notice the Māhā‘ulepū Heritage Trail is a short coastal trail that explores Kaua‘i’s fascinating natural history and unique archaeological sites.

01/08/2024

The Kauai Chickens®️ Store is now open!Located in the heart of Koloa and offering beautiful locally designed and printed apparel, hats, gifts, and more. You may recognize this well known brand as the hats and t-shirts have been sold island wide at surf shops and other retailers since 2005. Kauai Chickens is proud to open it’s second store, fully stocked with a wide selection for all ages. This is not your typical souvenir shop. If you are looking for trendy designs on high quality apparel, and one of a kind gifts, stop by the new Kauai Chickens store today. Come support this local small business and pick up something that you will want to wear and be proud to bring home. Open Mon-Sat, 10a-4p @ 3483 Weliweli rd. Or visit kauaichickens.com

12/25/2023

Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night 🌲



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