We Tried It: Twilight Tours at the Honolulu Zoo
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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Teaching Values Through the “One Team” Philosophy
‘Iolani’s School’s philosophy of sportsmanship builds skills outside of the classroom.
Your Weekend: The Best Family Fun in Honolulu for May 12–18, 2021
Go for a glowing hole-in-one, grab a picnic for a free evening concert, hunt for flowers or sign up for a toy swap.
How Did Thousands of Hawai‘i’s Students Vanish—And Can We Get Them Back?
Disappearing students.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: The Surprising Past of Pickled Mango
Here in Hawai‘i, peak mango season runs from May through September, and soon we’ll be dipping our chopsticks into tubs of crunchy mango that’s been pickling in tangy, sweet, mouth-puckering juice.
Your Weekend: The Best Family Fun in Honolulu for May 6–12, 2021
Look for baby birds, celebrate mom with a fun selfie and crafts, learn a new art skill and sign up for a summer STEM camp.
Montreal-style Bagels with Super Local Toppings Roll Up in Kailua
Inspired by a lifelong passion, Empty Elle is Hawai‘i's first Montreal-style bagel shop.
We Tried It: Mini-Golf Courses on O‘ahu
We test out the putting greens at five courses on O‘ahu.
Your Weekend: The Best Family Fun in Honolulu for April 29–May 5, 2021
Volunteer at a butterfly garden, celebrate Lei Day six different ways and shop for adorable and stylish goods made by local moms.
70 Dine-in and Takeout Menus for Mother’s Day on O‘ahu 2021
From brunch to charcuterie, prime rib to petits fours: Keep checking back as we update this roundup for Mom’s special day.
Hawai‘i Parent Hacks: 22 Cooking Tips and Tricks to Try at Home
Make your life easier with drip-free ice pops, no-mess bacon, perfect-peel eggs and more.
Your Weekend: The Best Family Fun in Honolulu for April 22-28, 2021
Watch an under-the-sea fairy tale, beautify a neighborhood, explore space virtually, go on an ahupua‘a adventure and make plans for Children’s Day keepsakes.
6 Best Spots for A Family Picnic this Spring in Honolulu
Dine al fresco with your ‘ohana on April 23 for National Picnic Day.
We Tried It: Kids City Adventure Honolulu
Race bumper cars, bounce onto a Velcro wall and tackle a Ninja Warrior-style obstacle course at this new indoor playground at Ward Village.
Learn How to Make Your Own Lei Po‘o for Lei Day
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.