Photo: Courtesy of Family Promise HawaiʻiThe 5K Family Promise Fun Run/Walk raises money for homeless keiki. Spooky BOO!reakfast at Dave & Buster’s Wear your Halloween costume to a breakfast buffet at Dave and Buster’s, where there will be balloon animals…
Here are some things to consider when choosing a health plan for your family: 1. Convenience One of the most difficult parts about managing the health of your family is finding the time to get everything done. Kaiser Permanente medical…
Last year’s recipe contest finalists for the grade 4–8 category with food personality Adam Richman. The Hawai‘i Food & Wine Festival’s annual HMAA presents Keiki in the Kitchen event is packed with budding chefs. On Oct. 28, on the roof…
Courtesy of Pacific Buddhist Academy At Pacific Buddhist Academy, students of all faiths are challenged to think for themselves, solve problems creatively, and engage in the community around them through small class sizes, a rigorous college preparatory curriculum, and a…
Courtesy: Holy Nativity School The Great Pumpkin Festival The pumpkin patches are open all around the island. The biggest one in East O‘ahu comes with a petting zoo, food trucks, a rock-climbing wall and, new this year, pony rides. So…
Courtesy of Easterseals Hawai‘i Shop for a cause this Saturday at Easterseals Hawai‘i’s inaugural fun-draising fête, Brunch & Bloom, at the Four Seasons Resort O‘ahu at Ko Olina. Taking place from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Brunch & Bloom is a…
Courtesy of Jana LamCourtesy of Izzy and LukeCourtesy of Pink SandboxCourtesy of Little Hands Hawai‘iCourtesy of Juna + IngridCourtesy of The Notted Nest Join Hawai‘i’s Mom Made Market for its first-ever holiday pop-up event on Saturday, Nov. 3 and Sunday,…
The Hawaii Food & Wine Festival’s annual HMAA presents Keiki in the Kitchen event is star-studded this year. On Oct. 28, on the roof of the Hawai‘i Convention Center, Ace of Cakes star Duff Goldman leads kids in decorating Halloween cookies and…
Photo: Thinkstock Editor's Note: The Learning Disabilities Association of America lists 11 different disabilities and related disorders that can interfere with learning basic skills. These can be a challenge for kids and adults, but it does not mean students cannot…
You always start the season with a financial plan. But by the time you score those ever-changing must-have toys, go on three emergency runs to grab gifts for those co-workers who broke the “no exchanging gifts” rules and overdo the…
Photo: Courtesy of Aloun Farms Art with heART! A FUNdraiser for Art Explorium Create five artistic keepsakes while snacking on dishes by Graze Hawai‘i at this fundraiser for Best of HONOLULU Family winner, Art Explorium. Kids and their parents can…
The three-day show will feature more than 200 exhibitors offering samples of locally loved treats and new must-try delicacies, plus local jewelry, home items, plants and plenty of other pop-ups to shop. Children ages 12 and younger receive free admission. Bring…
Photo: Courtesy of Honolulu Intertribal CouncilThe Honolulu Intertribal Powwow is this weekend at Ala Moana Beach Park, featuring food, crafts and cultural activities. Honolulu Intertribal Powwow Experience the cultures of Native American Indians and Alaskan Natives at a two-day powwow…
Photo: Courtesy of Windward Community CollegeThe Windward Ho‘olaulea offers hands-on experiments, activities, and arts and crafts. Windward Hoʻolauleʻa Did you miss the hoʻolauleʻa in Waikīkī last weekend? Good news: The annual Windward Hoʻolauleʻa offers a day of hands-on activities and…
The Breast Implant Center of Hawai‘i specializes in helping moms restore their bodies.
Thanks to advances in technology, it’s easier than ever to get access to health care when and where you need it. Telehealth is a convenient option for families with busy lifestyles—emailing the doctor’s office or making a phone call takes…
International Day of Peace is this Friday, Sept. 21, a time when people around the world honor the importance of peace–whether it’s the need for global security, stronger communities or inner peace with themselves. Here’s a roundup of new books, apps…
Photo: Courtesy of HAIS Representatives from nearly 40 schools on O‘ahu will be at the HAIS Education Fair this weekend to help local families with private-school testing, admissions and financing. The free fair, hosted by the Hawai‘i Association of Independent…
Editor’s Note: The first time I went to a parent-teacher conference, I felt like I was being tested. It was great to check in to see how my child was doing, but when my daughter’s kindergarten teacher asked if I…
Photo: John Wells/Kennedy Theatre It takes me seven minutes and 22 seconds to read Dr. Seuss’ classic tale about his most iconic character. As one of the longer bedtime stories I read to my 3-year-old, I sometimes hide the book…
Novyse, 3 Don’t Touch My Hair! by Sharee Miller Photos: Aaron K. Yoshino “I like this book because Aria’s hair looks just like mine. And she says ‘no’ to people and animals who try to play with her hair.” 0…
Photo: Courtesy of Aloha FestivalsThe Keiki Ho'olaule'a is on Saturday, Sept. 15, in Pearlridge Center, featuring free entertainment for families. Keiki Ho’olaule’a Pearlridge Center will host the Keiki Ho’olaule’a, an afternoon of free activities, kid-friendly arts and crafts and entertainment as part…
Is your keiki Hollywood material? HONOLULU Family’s 2019 Cover Kids search is on, and we’re searching the island for four adorable kids to feature in next year’s issues of HONOLULU Family magazine next year. Head to Kahala Mall’s center…
Photo: Getty Images Editor's Note: It's a question the parents in the office often discuss over lunch, after meetings or anytime we have a moment. How can we make sure our kids grow up confident, capable and happy? Sometimes it is…
Photo: Hawaii Healthy Baby ContestAdorable infants and toddlers will compete at Windward Mall this weekend in the Hawaiʻi Healthy Baby contest. The winner will be announced on Sept. 22 at Pearlridge Uptown. Family Sunday at East-West Center Get ready to…
Photo: Courtesy of Prudential FinancialThe Prudential Spirit of Community Awards is given to the top youth volunteers in each state. Do you know any local students in grades 5-12 who have positively impacted their communities through volunteer work within the…
Courtesy: Little League Baseball World SeriesThe Honolulu All Star team just after its 3-0 World Series victory over South Korea in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Fans of Hawai‘i's own Little League Baseball World Series champs can cheer and have a chance to…
Photo: Courtesy of Okinawan FestivalAt the Okinawan Festival this weekend, keiki can take pictures wearing traditional kimono while holding paranku hand drums. Okinawan Festival You won’t need sunscreen and bug repellant at this year’s Okinawan Festival. The popular event has…
Photo: Courtesy of Honolulu ZooHonolulu Zoo Camp is one of several programs for local children during fall break. For most schools on O'ahu, fall break is from Oct. 8 to Oct. 12. If your family has no plans to travel off-island that week, consider…
Photo: NOAAA satellite captured this image of Hurricane Lane as a category 5 storm on Wednesday, Aug. 22. Hurricane Lane organized in the Eastern Pacific, so it received one of the names from the Eastern Pacific list for 2018, which…
Photo: By Thinkstock Schools across Hawai’i are closed on Thursday and Friday due to Hurricane Lane–and that means thousands of keiki are indoors keeping themselves entertained. Why not join them? Here are five fun games to play with kids while waiting…
August 17 (Start Date) Made in Hawai‘i Festival Sample new products and shop for every Hawai‘i-made item you can think of, from sweet treats and kids clothing to household cleaners and jewelry. Coupons for $1 off general admission are available…
Photo: Karen DB Photography2018 Cover Kid Kingston's entry photo from the Koko Marina event (left) and cover (right). 2019 Cover Kids Search at Koko Marina Center We’re scouting the east side of Oʻahu this Saturday for local kids to appear…
Photo: Courtesy of Consolidated TheatresThe 14-plex will remain closed through September and October for renovations. Mililani families will need to drive a little farther to see films this fall. Monday, Aug. 13, Consolidated Theatres is closing the town’s 14-plex for…
Photo: Christi Young2018 Cover Kid Gisele (right) was discovered at our Cover Kids Search at Kapolei Commons last year. 2019 Cover Kids Search at Kapolei Commons This weekend, we're bringing our search for local kids to feature on the cover of…
Photo: Courtesy of Little PlanetTag a wall with virtual cans of spray paint at the "Lea Lea Little Planet Digital Aquarium" exhibit, now through Sept. 30 at the Waikīkī Aquarium. Lea Lea Little Planet Digital AR Aquarium From now through…
Photo: Tommy Shih Best Family Fashions 2017 HONOLULU Magazine Editors’ Pick Kealopiko Since its opening at South Shore Market, we’ve noticed more ‘ohana wearing the bright, whimsical patterns of Kealopiko. The brand is more accessible now; the selection of clothing…
Photo: Courtesy of Kāhala MallKeiki Day! at Kāhala Mall will offer marine-themed activities and a free movie on Saturday, July 28. Keiki Day! at Kāhala Mall Be a “steward of the ocean” this Saturday at Kāhala Mall, where there will…
Photo: David Croxford Best Bee-Shaped Dim Sum Editors’ Pick Panda Dimsum The small Kalihi takeout counter all the way in the back of the City Square Farmers Market serves up bao you’ll have to Instagram before taking a bite. Smiling…
Photo: Courtesy of Honolulu Dept. of Parks & RecreationArchery is just one of the kids' activities at the free event. Midsummer Night's Gleam There is no question that parking can be a challenge and, like any popular keiki event, be…
We want our kids to have tenacity, so how do you know when it is time to call it quits?
Photos: Courtesy of Steve Czerniak Best Pet Photographer 2017 HONOLULU Magazine Editors’ Pick Steve Czerniak Full disclosure: Our pick for the island’s best pet photographer also happens to be HONOLULU Magazine’s regular food shooter. Steve Czerniak started snapping portraits of…
On Sunday, July 15, "The Boxcar Children: Surprise Island" is the final free movie in this year's KIDS FIRST! Film Festival at UH. Best of Honolulu Festival presented by American Savings Bank Honolulu’s best places to eat, shop, play, relax…
Photos: Karen DB Photography Best Place for Swimming Lessons Readers’ Pick YMCA Honolulu The first YMCA pool opened in New York in 1885; 30 years later, the Central Y building on Alakea and Hotel streets had a pool, too. Today,…
Photo: Courtesy of Jurassic TourJurassic Tour comes to the Hawaiʻi Convention Center this weekend with lifelike dinosaurs that roar and move. Princess and the Iso Peanut In this pidgin musical comedy, a Japanese princess named Alexis journeys to a faraway kingdom…
Click here to enter to win two months of free classes valued at $750 (new students only). Growing IQ strives to create a generation of problem-solvers who can contribute to and thrive in an evolving community. This math-centric enrichment program allows…
Photo: Courtesy of PAW Patrol Live!"PAW Patrol Live! Race to the Rescue" opens on Friday, June 29, in the Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall and runs through July 8. PAW Patrol Live! Race To The Rescue Nickelodeon’s popular pups are…
Photo: Courtesy of A Cake Life Best Place to Buy a Birthday Cake Readers’ Pick A Cake Life With more than 500 custom birthday cakes created every year, Kristin Kato and her team have a lot of satisfied customers. Former…
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Photo: Hawai'i Ocean ExpoThe Hawai'i Ocean Expo 2018 is this weekend in the Neal Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. Honolulu Mini Maker Faire Bring your keiki to the Honolulu Mini Make Faire, an annual gathering of creative people who love to share…
