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A Shopping And Dining Destination That Also Aims To Serve The Community
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continues to serve the com- munity by welcoming new tenants that meet the needs of the area’s residents, and hosting events that benefit its neighbors.
Kai,” she explains.
In fact, when school gradu-
the aforementioned craft fair, sidewalk sale and farmers market 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month; as well as a school supply drive and shredding event with Access Information (Helping Hands Hawai‘i will distribute the school supplies) set for mid-August.
for Tots. These became com- munity traditions attended by multiple generations.
ations were canceled last year, Koko Marina Center stepped up for area students.
“Our events always sup- port our neighboring schools or nonprofit organizations, as well as groups that serve the entire island, like Hawai‘i Foodbank and Helping Hands Hawai‘i,” Peacock asserts.
“For example, they look forward to the shredding and e-waste event because they can bring all of the documents they have stored and have it shredded secure- ly without leaving Hawai‘i
“We hosted the Kaiser High School class of 2020 in the parking lot so they could be together one last time,” Pea- cock recalls.
She adds that the center
“We also posted a large class picture banner on one of our walls in honor of them.
And, given that the word “marina” is in its name, it follows that the waterway plays a big part in the cen- ter’s offerings.
Koko Marina Center hosted Kaiser High School class of 2020’s graduation in its parking lot.
In the coming months, Pea- cock states that patrons can expect the continuation of
Peacock notes that new tenants to discover include Sukkar Hawai‘i that of-
“We really want to thank the community for their loyal support during the pandem- ic!” she exclaims.
Contributing to the com- munity at large is some- thing the center’s patrons also value.
“During the summer, we have our watersports compa- nies offering fun in the sun,” Peacock advises.
From its open-air setting adjacent to the marina to its unique retailers, restaurants and service providers, Koko Marina Center has something for everyone. PHOTOS COURTESY KOKO MARINA CENTER
Pirates. And, find bumper tube and Banana Boat rides in the marina itself at Hawai‘i Water Sports Center.
“Our customers are so supportive of opportunities to give back. We host a Wish Tree Program and Helping Hands Hawai‘i every year, and our tenants and customers are so generous!”
Want to rediscover Hanau- ma Bay? Pick up some snor- kel gear from Koko Beach Rentals. Hawaiian Surf Ad- ventures provides surfing les- sons and SUP rentals; while scuba diving rental and pur- chases can be made at Reef
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