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We Tried It: Twilight Tours at the Honolulu Zoo

Enjy El-Kadi,

Ever wondered what the zoo is like once everyone leaves and the gates close? We took a few kids to try it out.

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Hawai‘i Parent Hacks: 22 Cooking Tips and Tricks to Try at Home

Jennifer Carlile Dalgamouni,

Make your life easier with drip-free ice pops, no-mess bacon, perfect-peel eggs and more.

Kids City Adventure Obstacle Course Photo Laura Dornbush

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We Tried It: Kids City Adventure Honolulu

Laura Dornbush,

Race bumper cars, bounce onto a Velcro wall and tackle a Ninja Warrior-style obstacle course at this new indoor playground at Ward Village.

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Learn How to Make Your Own Lei Po‘o for Lei Day

Marisa Hartzell,

May Day is Lei Day in Hawai‘i. Find out how to make a lei po‘o, also known as a haku lei, with tips from the team at Paiko and flowers from Cindy’s Lei and Flower Shoppe.

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Hawai‘i Parent Hacks: 10 Tips and Tricks for the Beach and Outdoor Adventures

Jennifer Carlile Dalgamouni,

Quick fixes for sandy feet, broken slippers and a DIY campfire starter made from items you have at home.

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We Tried It: Hanauma Bay State Park

Jennifer Carlile Dalgamouni,

Want to take your kids snorkeling? Here are our family's 11 tips for making the most of a day at this famous bay.

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Weekend Adventures: Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum

Kathlyn Clore,

Find thrills, thoughtful history and virtual adventure for little fliers on the ground.

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We Tried It: Hawaiʻi Bicycling League’s Keiki Learn to Ride

Cathy Cruz-George,

In this free, one-day class taught by certified instructors, kids ages 5-16 learn to ride bikes and run safety checks on their own riding gear.

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7 Tips for Kid-Friendly Plant-Based Eating in Hawai‘i

Laura Dornbush,

How one mom in Honolulu introduced meatless meals to her husband and son.

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Teaching Kids in Hawai‘i To Stay Cool, Calm and Collected

Cathy Cruz-George,

How do adults teach keiki in Hawai‘i to have social emotional skills? Plus, advice from a mom whose child died in the Sandy Hook School shooting.

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Get Growing: 11 Tips to Start a Backyard or Lānai Garden in Hawai‘i

Cathy Cruz-George,

In Hawai‘i, you don’t have to wait for spring to start a garden. And you don’t need an acre to get started. To get you growing, we turned to master gardeners for tips.