Honolulu Zoo entrance gets facelift Nov 19, 2009
City officials on Wednesday broke ground for a new entrance to Honolulu Zoo, part of a $3. 2 million renovation project to spruce up the front of the zoo. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Professor charged with sex assault Sep 20, 2009
In addition to his teaching duties, Stegenga is an active member of the Honolulu Zoo Society. He has served as a keeper's helper in the savanna section of the zoo for years and was named "volunteer of the year" in 2007. (Honolulu Advertiser)
UH professor arrested in sexual assault Sep 19, 2009
Stegenga's Web page also shows he has been a longtime volunteer with the Honolulu Zoo, working with animals as well as maintaining its Web site. He is a past president of the board of directors of the Honolulu Zoo Society ... Stegenga's Web page also shows he has been a longtime volunteer with the Honolulu Zoo, working with animals as well as maintaining its Web site. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
6-foot lizard captured at Miss. school Sep 18, 2009
The Web site for the Honolulu Zoo says crocodile monitor lizards can grow to 10 feet long. The species has dark skin with yellow spots and comes from Papua New Guinea. lect> Add your comment (max {maxchars} characters) You must be logged in to leave a comment. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Zoo event focuses on kids' cancer Sep 15, 2009
The foundation, which provides financial relief and other help to families of cancer-stricken children, hosted its daylong, sixth annual Jungle Adventure at the Honolulu Zoo yesterday to raise both money and awareness of childhood cancer ... Members of the Performing Artist Academy sang at the Hawaii Children's Cancer Foundation's "Jungle Adventure" at the Honolulu Zoo yesterday ... From left, Sabrina Baker, 4, of Kaneohe, and her sister, Katelyn, 2, played on the elephant sculpture at the... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Art calendar Sep 7, 2009
Art on the Zoo Fence, works by more than 35 Island artists; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays; Honolulu Zoo fence on Monsarrat Avenue. Classes. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Fun Things To Do In Oahu With Kids Aug 26, 2009
Animal lovers can enjoy a trip to the Honolulu Zoo and the entire family can have fun at the Dole Pineapple Plantation ... Honolulu Zoo With Kids ... For a relaxing afternoon, visit the Honolulu Zoo. (Suite101.com)
Mass movement Aug 20, 2009
Move-in day for freshmen also kicks off the University's Warrior Welcome Week, which offers daily shopping trips to Wal-Mart or Target and dorm-sponsored events at local attractions such as the Polynesian Cultural Center, Honolulu Zoo and Waikiki Aquarium ... Move-in day for freshmen also kicks off the University's Warrior Welcome Week, which offers daily shopping trips to Wal-Mart or Target and dorm-sponsored events at local attractions such as the Polynesian Cultural Center, Honolulu Zoo and... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Wolfhounds host Japanese orphans Jul 29, 2009
Host families and the children will participate in scheduled activities together at the Polynesian Cultural Center, Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki Aquarium, Dole Plantation and Outrigger Canoe Club. lect> Add your comment (max {maxchars} characters) You must be logged in to leave a comment. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Zoo searching for vandals who defaced glass panes Jul 15, 2009
Honolulu Zoo officials were asking the public for help catching the vandal or vandals who scratched graffiti-like markings on 21 panes of glass on animal enclosures yesterday, causing damage that could cost thousands of dollars to repair. The vandalism happened some-time between noon and 1:30 p.m., while the zoo was open to visitors, officials said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Zoo display windows etched with graffiti Jul 15, 2009
Vandals permanently scored graffiti yesterday on the display window fronting the Honolulu Zoo enclosure of orangutans Rusti and Violet, as well as at five other exhibits ... Vandals permanently scored graffiti yesterday on the display window fronting the Honolulu Zoo enclosure of orangutans Rusti and Violet, as well as at five other exhibits ... FL MORRIS / FMORRIS@STARBULLETIN.COM Plate glass windows in six exhibits at the Honolulu Zoo were damaged yesterday by graffiti etched into the glass. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Honolulu parking meter users get short grace period on rate hike Jul 1, 2009
Honolulu residents will get a small grace period on the increase in parking meter fees at the Honolulu Zoo ... Parking fees at the Honolulu Zoo will go to $1 an hour, up from 25 cents ... Meter rates at the parking lot near the Honolulu Zoo will go from 25 cents an hour to $1 an hour as soon as the meters can be adjusted. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Prepare for life to get a lot more expensive Jun 29, 2009
Taking in the Honolulu Zoo ... Taking in the Honolulu Zoo. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Honolulu mayor lets tax hikes, fees go through without veto Jun 28, 2009
Parking fees at the Honolulu Zoo will go to $1 an hour, up from 25 cents, beginning Wednesday ... Golfers will pay more to play at municipal courses, and admission fees to Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve and the Honolulu Zoo will rise. (Honolulu Advertiser)
City Council wrestles with tax proposals Jun 6, 2009
Also on the table are increases to the parking rate of 25 cents an hour at the Honolulu Zoo and around Kapiolani Park, which were proposed at $1 ... Also on the table are increases to the parking rate of 25 cents an hour at the Honolulu Zoo and around Kapiolani Park, which were proposed at $1. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Curbside recycling expansion may get back in Honolulu budget Jun 6, 2009
Garcia's latest plan would also lower the proposed increase in parking rates at the Honolulu Zoo parking lot and along Kalakaua Avenue fronting Kapi'olani Park. Zoo parking would go to $1 an hour and Kalakaua parking to 75 cents an hour, up from the existing 25 cents an hour. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Protest rally planned tomorrow over plan to hike parking fees in Waikiki Jun 6, 2009
A protest rally is planned tomorrow over a plan to increase parking rates at the Honolulu Zoo parking lot and along Kalakaua Avenue fronting Kapiolani Park. Protesters are meeting at 3 p.m. at Dillingham Fountain at Kapiolani Park. (Honolulu Advertiser)
City Council restores curbside recycling funds Jun 5, 2009
The revised budget also includes lower increases in parking rates at the Honolulu Zoo and Kapiolani Park ... The revised budget also includes lower increases in parking rates at the Honolulu Zoo and Kapiolani Park. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Parking fee increase opposed Jun 3, 2009
A group of residents is organizing a protest against a bill to raise metered parking fees at the Honolulu Zoo lot and along Kalakaua Avenue next to Kapiolani Park by 500 percent ... A group of residents is organizing a protest against a bill to raise metered parking fees at the Honolulu Zoo lot and along Kalakaua Avenue next to Kapiolani Park by 500 percent ... FL MORRIS / FMORRIS@STARBULLETIN.COM A city proposal would raise metered parking fees at the Honolulu Zoo and along Kalakaua Avenue next... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Zoo fence art, fairs at Kapiolani allowed May 27, 2009
Sales of artwork along the Honolulu Zoo fence and handmade items at craft fairs in Kapiolani Park are allowed under the public trust that established the park, according to a report of a court-appointed master ... Previous court rulings regarding the Kapiolani Park Trust blocked the city from opening a Burger King concession in the Honolulu Zoo, shut down the golf driving range concession and upheld the park's metered parking and Honolulu Zoo admission fee ... Sales of artwork along the Honolulu... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Honolulu city council may ease proposed tax hikes May 20, 2009
Increasing admission fees to the Honolulu Zoo from $4 to $6 for kama'aina adults, from $1 to $3 for children 4 to 12, and $8 to $12 for non-kama'aina adults. Garcia said a proposal passed by the committee last week to increase the fuel tax 3 cents a gallon, from 19. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Council edges toward fuel tax hike May 15, 2009
The property tax hike proposal, coupled with increases for some bus fares, Honolulu Zoo entry, public golf courses and other fees, was aimed at closing a $50 million gap in the 2010 budget ... The property tax hike proposal, coupled with increases for some bus fares, Honolulu Zoo entry, public golf courses and other fees, was aimed at closing a $50 million gap in the 2010 budget. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Honolulu may hike property taxes May 13, 2009
Garcia has not suggested any changes to the administration's plan to increase a number of other charges, including motor vehicle weight taxes, highway beautification fees, bus fares, golf green and cart fees, Honolulu Zoo and Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve entrance fees, park attendant fees and alarm permit fees ... Honolulu Zoo and Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve entrance fees. (Honolulu Advertiser)
6 new meerkats enliven zoo, but mystery of lost male lingers Apr 16, 2009
The mystery of the missing meerkat remains unsolved, but the Honolulu Zoo has turned a page with the arrival of six new males. Mixed Plate: Honolulu Zoo Meerkat Manor ... Honolulu Zoo has their Meerkat exhibit occupied once again with about six near residents. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Honolulu Zoo opens renovated meerkat exhibit (cute photos alert!) Apr 15, 2009
Honolulu Zoo opens renovated meerkat exhibit (cute photos alert ... Honolulu Zoo opens renovated meerkat exhibit (cute photos alert ... Honolulu Zoo has completed renovation of its meerkat exhibit, which is now open to the public, the mayor's office announced today. (Honolulu Advertiser)
NYT: Cities turn to fees to fill budget gaps Apr 12, 2009
Parking fees at the Honolulu Zoo could rise by 500 percent if a proposal there goes through. Politicians tend to regard fees as more palatable than taxes, and more focused too. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Castle Resorts to manage Waikiki Grand Apr 8, 2009
Castle said the hotel located across from the Honolulu Zoo was the second resort property it has added this year. The company's management portfolio consists of 27 resort properties in Hawai'i, Thailand, Micronesia and New Zealand. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Dangerous waves kill man, hinder search for Kauai surfer Mar 16, 2009
Rain also caused some minor flooding yesterday morning and closed some city golf courses and the Honolulu Zoo ... The Honolulu Zoo was also closed due to flooding ... The Honolulu Zoo was also closed due to flooding. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
How to keep the kids dry but happy in Hawaii Mar 8, 2009
But you can safely watch two of the rare mammals, plus some 500 other marine animal or plant species, including giant clams, bright corals and eerie jellies at the aquarium; if the kids crave more critter time, stop at the nearby Honolulu Zoo. $9 adults, $4 ages 13 to 17, $2 ages 5 to 12 (younger free). (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Hannemann's budget gives business a break Mar 4, 2009
The Honolulu Zoo entrance and parking fees would rise. Children s admission would go from $1 to $4, adult resident fees from $4 to $6, and non-resident fees from $8 to $12. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Higher city taxes, fees proposed Mar 4, 2009
An increase in admission and parking fees for the Honolulu Zoo. A host of other fees would also increase including the city motor vehicle weight tax, the highway beautification fee, alarm permit fees, special duty police fees and admission fees for out-of-state visitors to Hanauma Bay. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Zoo puts end to 2 lions' suffering Feb 26, 2009
The roars of the mighty lions were silenced yesterday when the two remaining African lions at the Honolulu Zoo were euthanized ... The zoo plans to obtain other lions, Honolulu Zoo director Stephen Walker said ... The Honolulu Zoo purchased the lions from the Pittsburgh Zoo and they arrived in Honolulu on July 28, 1997. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Two lions euthanized at Honolulu Zoo Feb 25, 2009
Two twin sister African lions at Honolulu Zoo Ethel Louise and Samantha were euthanized today due to multiple health problems, city officials announced ... The zoo also is trying to obtain female lions as part of the Species Survival Plan of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, of which the Honolulu Zoo is an accredited member ... Two twin sister African lions at Honolulu Zoo Ethel Louise and Samantha were euthanized today due to multiple health problems, city officials announced. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Island Images Feb 12, 2009
DENNIS ODA / DODA@STARBULLETIN.COM FALCON ON WINGS OF RECOVERY: A juvenile peregrine falcon recovered yesterday at the Honolulu Zoo after it was found in October in Nanakuli with its beak broken. Veterinarians rebuilt the beak with epoxy to allow the bird to eat. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Producers say `Minsky's' is headed to Broadway Feb 12, 2009
By MICHAEL KUCHWARA, AP Drama Writer Michael Kuchwara, Ap Drama Writer. Wed Feb 11, 9:38 pm ET. (Yahoo News)
Kokua Line: Volunteers replace flags to laud 'General' Feb 11, 2009
Q: I noticed a vehicle parked by a supervisor for TheBus on the grassy area next to the sidewalk at the Honolulu Zoo ... Q: I noticed a vehicle parked by a supervisor for TheBus on the grassy area next to the sidewalk at the Honolulu Zoo. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
