With pumpkin patches closed and costume contests moving online this year, most of our fall festivities will be celebrated at home. So, once again, the pressure is on us parents to make this holiday frightfully fun for our keiki. But…
Photo: Karen DB Photography Explore Paths of Blooming Botanicals Perfect for an outdoor family adventure, Waimea Valley reopens Thursday for groups of five people or fewer. Take advantage of free admission for children between the ages of 4 and 12…
Photo: Courtesy of Camp PālehuaThe view from the hike at Camp Pālehua. Reserve a Hike O‘ahu’s ‘solo activity only’ restriction at parks, beaches and trails creates a snag for families looking for some fresh air. Camp Pālehua to the rescue!…
Photo: Hawaiʻi Bicycling League May is National Bike Month, traditionally filled with fun activities, such as Bike to School Day, but these unusual times have put almost all events on hold. The good news is that during the stay-at-home order,…
Photos: Laura DornbushUse those delivery boxes stacking up in your house for a kid-size mural. I don’t know about you, but I have been going a little crazy being cooped-up in my two-bedroom Kaka‘ako condo with my husband and our…
Photo: Lavonne Leong Play at Pearlridge Whether you have a bouncing baby, pint-sized princess or rowdy pre-teen there are several activities for them at Pearlridge Center. Feed and snap selfies with live monarch butterflies at the Sharing the Butterfly Experience in Mauka…
Updated July 1, 2021: Thyme to Cook is no longer in business. What: Thyme to Cook, a family-friendly live cooking class on Zoom Who: A…
Photo: Keiki and PlowHave a playdate with a view at Keiki and Plow. Fly the coop this weekend and head out to wide open spaces to interact with adorable animals, breathe fresh air and get a little dirty. While we wait for…
PHOTO: Courtesy of Mermaid Republic PHOTO: Courtesy of Mermaid Republic Mermaid Lessons Swim, splash your tail and flip your hair like Ariel! This summer, Mermaid Republic offers classes for keiki ages 3 and up, where they will be fitted with a tail and learn mermaid…
Photo: Courtesy of Laura Dornbush You have worn many hats during the COVID-19 pandemic—parent, teacher, concierge, short- order cook, to name a few—but I bet you never thought hairstylist would be one of them. Of course, if you are like…
How one mom in Honolulu introduced meatless meals to her husband and son.
Photo: Laura DornbushAn Easter video e-card by JibJab, featuring author Laura Dornbush's hoppy family. Congratulations on making it through another stay-at-home week with your family. Though this Easter will be different, families still can attend (virtual) services and concerts, hunt for Easter eggs…
Photo: Courtesy of FIT4MOM We’re three months into 2020 now, but have you kept your New Year’s resolutions to exercise and make time for yourself? We’ve found 24 locations across O‘ahu that offer babysitting while you work out. Whether you…
Photo by Laura Dornbush What: Whale Watch Cruise on the Majestic by Atlantis Cruises Who: Two families consisting of four parents and three kids (3, 4 and 5 years old) When: Sunday at 11:30 a.m. The last time I went on a whale watching cruise, it was…
Photo: Courtesy of Honolulu Museum of ArtLearn to breakdance this weekend at Bank of Hawaiʻi Family Sunday. Family Sunday Keiki get to celebrate what makes each of them unique at this month’s free event at the Honolulu Museum of Art.…
A unique play café entertains keiki and gives adults a (coffee) break.
Photo: Laura DornbushWe found Baby Shark cereal at Sam's Club in Honolulu. Since HONOLULU Family announced that the Baby Shark show is coming to Honolulu in November, my toddler’s obsession of the song, characters and sharks in general has exploded. Duke, my…
Photo: By Laura Dornbush You know the scenario: you sit down for dinner, your children take one bite and want to be excused to go play. My 2-year-old son, Duke, is a finicky and picky eater who would rather binge on Baby Shark videos than…
Photo: By Laura Dornbush We are so lucky to live walking-distance to the Hawai‘i State Library. More than a beautiful historic building, the library has served as a place of entertainment and learning for my 2-year-old son, Duke, and I…
We tested 7 locally made sunscreens and give you the scoop on our faves.
Who: Four 2-year-old boys, one 2-year old girl and four moms. Where: Honolulu Fire Museum and Education Center, Kakaʻako When: Saturday at 9 a.m. When Duke was an infant, I was…
Photo: By Laura Dornbush Where: Center Court Lawn, Ka Makana Ali‘i Who: A mom and her 2-year-old son. When: Thursday at 10 a.m. I dread getting in the car with my son, Duke. Each time there is a power struggle,…
Photo: By Laura Dornbush Where: The Home Depot Kids Workshop, Honolulu location. Who: A mom and her 2-year-old son. When: The first saturday of the month from 9 a.m. to noon. I first heard about The Home Depot Kids Workshops from a friend…
