7 Do’s and Don’ts for Parents When Keiki See a Therapist
Britt Young of Xplor Counseling shares her tips for what you should and shouldn’t do when your kid starts therapy.
Maria Kanai
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Your Weekend: The Best Family Fun in Honolulu for May 12–18, 2022
Snap pictures with the new koa butterfly mosaic at the zoo, stroll through Waimea Valley at night and explore a sunflower field in Waimānalo.
How to Find a Therapist for Your Child
Dr. Wendi Major shares her professional insights on when, why and how to find a therapist for your child.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: April 27–May 1, 2022
Make lei po‘o on the beach, watch hula and go check out a pop-up art exhibit in Kaka‘ako.
Your Weekend: The Best (Easter) Family Fun in Hawai‘i for April 14–20, 2022
Hop your way across the weekend with egg hunts, photos with the Easter Bunny and even a fun day watching Warrior football.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: March 23–29, 2022
Join a sustainability scavenger hunt, celebrate the art of dance and meet the members of Kalapana.
Playground Guide: Booth District Park in Pauoa
Abundant shade, swings and a mini zip line make this O‘ahu park a regular visit for our family.
We Tried It: Self-Guided Tours at the Honolulu Museum of Art
Talk about art, see ancient artifacts and eat lunch at a beautiful courtyard on O‘ahu.
Your Weekend: The Best Family Fun in Hawai‘i for March 9-16, 2022
Let them eat pie, head back to the library, watch a movie in a pool or sign up for summer programs this weekend on O‘ahu.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: February 23–March 1, 2022
Cheer your fangirl/boy heart out for a local pop band, learn how to ride a bike and go see a spoken word poetry showcase for Black History Month.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: January 26–February 1, 2022
Watch history be made at Pipeline, go see an Old West-meets-Shakespeare musical and make your own dumplings for Chinese New Year.
Your Guide to the Perfect New Year’s Weekend in Honolulu: December 29, 2021–January 4, 2022
See a fireworks show, attend a virtual pineapple drop and shop at a K-pop pop-up. (Try saying that twice as fast.)
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: December 1–7, 2021
Start your holiday shopping, listen to some techno and see sculptures made from Hawai‘i-grown wood.
2022 Hawai‘i College Guide: Budgeting 101
As you navigate through classes and exams, here are five budgeting tips from HawaiiUSA FCU to help you manage your finances like a pro.
Your Guide to the Perfect Halloween Weekend in Honolulu: October 27–November 2
Climb aboard a seriously scary bus, visit a haunted village, groove to spooky soul music and get lost in a school’s maze.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: September 16–23, 2021
Go see a new art exhibit, have a beach picnic, whip up an ‘uala casserole and pay tribute to Queen Lili‘uokalani.
We Tried It: “Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience” in Hawai‘i
The animated exhibition at the Hawai‘i Convention Center was a hit for my young family.
How Did Thousands of Hawai‘i’s Students Vanish—And Can We Get Them Back?
Disappearing students.
Live Wellthy: Five Steps To Giving
Supporting a cause financially is possible, even if you’re on a budget.
5 Ways to Make Childcare More Affordable
As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise here in Hawai‘i, many parents face the uncomfortable decision between keeping their children at home or sending them to school or daycare. For those who cannot afford to keep their children…
Meet the 2020 Ola Pono Award Winners
Volunteers are a vital part of Hawai‘i’s nonprofits—every year, hundreds of thousands of them donate their time and talents to keep our communities moving forward.
Meet Three Successful Mom-Preneurs Who Are Doing It All
Courtesy of Mahina Made Being a mom is a full-time job. Yet, here in Hawai‘i, there are some incredible women who manage it all: running a successful business, tackling never-ending laundry, cooking meals, and all while handling this little pandemic…
Best of Honolulu 2019
Discover all the 2019 Best of Honolulu winners—both editorial and reader picks.
Best of Honolulu 2019: The Best for Families on O‘ahu
The 5 editorial and reader picks for the best for you and your ʻohana.
Best of Honolulu 2019: The Best Food and Drink on O‘ahu
45 editorial and reader picks for the tastiest food and beverage in town.
Outdoor Concert News: The Waikīkī Shell Amphitheater is Under Renovation
Don’t count on seeing summer concerts at the Waikīkī Shell. The 63-year-old amphitheater is upping its game.
Food For Thought: Hawai‘i’s Public School Lunches Are Changing in a Big Way
There is something cooking in Hawai‘i’s public schools, and that’s unusual.
Hawai‘i Parenting Tips: How Street-Savvy Are Your Keiki Pedestrians?
Five ways to protect kids on the streets, crosswalks and parking lots of O‘ahu.
2018 Hale ‘Aina Awards: Behind the Scenes of Hawai‘i’s Top Restaurants
Take a closer look into a few of the winning restaurants and meet some of the people who make Hawai‘i’s dining so amazing.
Here’s the Story Behind 2018 Hale ‘Aina Award-Winner Agu Ramen’s Hot Mess
How Parmesan and ramen got together.
Your Guide to Attending the 2018 Sony Open in Hawai‘i Like a Real Pro
How to ace your attendance at this year’s Sony Open in Hawai‘i, Jan. 8-14. Plus, do’s and don’ts to know before you go.
The Essential Guide to Taro: The Anatomy of a Kalo Plant
Learn the parts of the taro plant and find out all the power-packed health benefits of eating it.
7 Ways You Can Give Back This Christmas 2017
Been good all year? Keep it up this Christmas season.
The Essential Guide to Taro: Three Farms Connecting Culture with Community
Plus, seven tips for cultivating taro at home.
Your Guide to the 2017 Honolulu City Lights
Have yourself a merry (and well-planned) time.
5 Ways You Can Volunteer in Honolulu for Thanksgiving 2017
Here’s how you can show your gratitude to the community during the holiday season.
Forget “Having it All”—Here’s How You Can Overcome Superwoman Syndrome
Ever felt like you’re facing constant pressure to juggle work, family, friends and everything in between—and to do it well? Experts say that unrealistically high standards can lead to greater stress and more health problems.
Your Ultimate Guide to Hallowbaloo, the Biggest Halloween Bash of 2017
Have a spooktacular time with music, craft beer, food, art and entertainment at Chinatown’s hippest haunts on Saturday, Oct. 28.
These 3 Upscale Food Courts Are Worth the Trip to Waikīkī
Waikīkī gets a triple dose of elevated street fare.
53 Ways to Eat Around the World Without Leaving Hawai‘i
You don’t have to book a flight to explore international flavors. We tracked down 53 of the tastiest dishes in Hawai‘i that hail from cuisines all over the globe.
