Ensuring the Safety of Our Pets: The Necessity of Disaster Preparedness
Pet owners, don’t delay—here’s how to keep your pets safe and prepare them for the upheaval of disasters like hurricanes or fires.
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Cool Kids’ Camps for Fall 2023
This fall break, keiki can try something new that will inspire them for the rest of the school year and beyond.
The Best Shoes for Kids
Shoe shopping tips, tricks and brand suggestions so your little one can put their best foot forward.
Family-Friendly Events on O‘ahu Fall 2023
Here’s a guide to some of our favorite family-friendly events happening throughout the season.
Our Family Bucket List: Fall 2023
With school back in session and the holidays right around the corner, fall is a great time for families to carve out some bonding time.
Shine On: I Am a Rainbow! by Mark Kanemura Teaches Self-Acceptance
The children’s book encourages children to be exactly who they are—and want to be.
Mom Talk: Q&A With Shaiyanne Dar of Dolkii
This Honolulu-born mama of two had to shift her mindset in order to achieve the work/life balance she needed.
Mom Talk: Q&A With Pamela Strode of Strode Montessori
The founder of the first Montessori daycare and preschool on O‘ahu shares tips for a smooth back-to-school transition.
Wordsworth the Mouse Teaches Keiki About Haiku
A wise mouse encourages kids to express themselves and explore a new medium in this new book by an acclaimed author.
Auli‘i Cravalho on New Animated Disney Series Hailey’s On It!
Hawai‘i’s own Auli‘i Cravalho talks about her new Disney show, tips on navigating childhood and what’s on her bucket list.
How to Get Crafty With Your Kids
Whether you’re a teacher, passionate DIYer or busy mom, use these tips to get crafting with your keiki in a fun, easy and affordable way.
HONOLULU Family’s 2024 Cover Kids Search
We’re looking for kids with great smiles and bubbly personalities to feature in HONOLULU Family in 2023!
We Tried It: Hi Honey Farm Tour
Dress up as a beekeeper, hunt for the queen bee, watch newborn bees hatch, and taste 10+ local honeys at a lush farm on the North Shore.
8 Things To Do in Waikīkī
Whether you’re new in town, you’ve lived here your whole life or you’re just visiting, there’s something on this list for you.
A Local’s Guide to an O‘ahu Road Trip: Waimānalo to Kahana
Drive through 13 ahupua‘a as you shop for fresh finds, explore a hidden garden and eat your way up the coast of Windward O‘ahu.
Family-Friendly Beaches on Oʻahu
From Waikīkī to Ko Olina to Turtle Bay, O‘ahu boasts family-friendly beaches perfect for languid summer weekends.
We Tried It: Summer Sunflower Event at Waimānalo Country Farms
Soak in the beauty of Hawai‘i, take cheerful Insta-worthy family photos and sip fresh-squeezed lemonade at this family-run farm in Waimānalo.
Explore These Free Museums on O‘ahu
O‘ahu has a museum for nearly everything—from art and Hawaiian history to police, fire and fighter jets. The best part? Many are free!
We Tried It: Wai Kai Lagoon and Surf Park in ‘Ewa Beach
We hit O‘ahu's West Side for a day of play at the new ‘Ewa Beach activity center.
6 Places Where You Can Meet Baby Animals on O‘ahu
Here are the petting zoos, parks and family-run farms where you can have interactive animal experiences on O‘ahu.
Find Out Which Teacher Appreciation Gifts Scored High—and Low
To be clear, the educators we polled LOVE all the gifts from their students. But coffee mugs are taking over their cabinets—and counters.
9 Unique Local Treats and Gifts to Thank Our Teachers
Support local and show appreciation for our school teachers with these sweet surprises during Teacher Appreciation Week, May 8–12.
Oahu‘s 2023 Summer Fun Program
Thousands of keiki on O‘ahu are expected to participate from June 13 to July 28—here’s how to sign up.
