Heading West to Kaena Point
All too often, kamaaina families get so caught up in the daily grind of school, work, homework, chores and sports that months go by without a moment to remind ourselves why we're so “lucky we live Hawaii.” It is our…
Why Are Hawaii Kids Too Big For Their Britches?
We live in Honolulu: the happiest city, the city with the third-lowest crime rate and cleanest air in America. Mix in blue skies, balmy air, trade winds and some of the world's best beaches and you have a recipe for…
Good Eats: Healthy Meals to Go
Home-cooked meals are optimal, but sometimes a busy parent needs options, like healthy take out. It's easy to resort to familiar haunts that don't typically offer much in the way of variety and good nutrition. With a little research and…
Riding Bikes with Family on Oahu
Fresh air, exercise and family time are combined into one for the family that bikes together. A bike ride on a sunny day entices kids and adults alike, providing a healthy way for parents to unwind on a Saturday afternoon…
Spelling Bee Family on the Big Island
The Nakamoto family is no stranger to the Spelling Bee. This year, Taggart, a sixth-grader from Konawaena Middle School on the Big Island, won the 2012 aio Hawaii State Spelling Bee on March 24. But he's just the latest Nakamoto…
Good Reads: May 2012
Nothing is better than snuggling with my daughters and a good book (post baths) prior to bedtime. Our weekly pilgrimage to the neighborhood libraries provides great options for them to read on their own and for us to read fun…
Challenge and Inspire Your Daughter
The summer programs at La Pietra Hawaii School for Girls offers an exciting mix of courses for girls entering grade 5 to 8 that will challenge and inspire the young ladies in your life. Leadership I and IIThese courses are…
Celebrating Moms
Web Exclusive Mothers often put everyone else's needs ahead of their own. Why not treat your mom to a glamorous session with Mapuana Reed Photography? It's the perfect time to capture that mother-daughter moment on film, or bring in your…
Family Fun Activities in Honolulu
11th Annual Jamba Juice Keiki Fun Run May 5, 7 a.m.Ages 3 to 13 Children 3 to 13 years old race 500 meters and receive a T-shirt, a medal and participation in a fun, healthy activity. Enjoy balloon animals, bounce-house…
Editor’s Note: Let The Good Times Roll
I must have been a party planner in a past life. The thought of pulling together the ultimate party guide for this issue seemed daunting at first, but I quickly found my groove and the inspirational ideas (more than we…
Good Reads: Summer 2012
Ages 6 to 11 Bugs by Belinda Gallagher Reviewed by HONOLULU Family reader Christine H. and her son, Logan.Read Bugs and you will uncover the truth about ingenious insects through fun facts and hysterically funny cartoons. I watched my 6-year-old…
Eyes 101: Things You Ought to Know About the Cornea
SPONSORED We use our eyes every day, in almost every daily activity, so we have problems with our eyes, it can make daily activities more challenging. It is important to understand your eyes, their function and potential problems that can…
A Flippin' Good Deal
Our friends at Sea Life Park Hawai‘i have an enticing Spring Break offer. Now through April 1, general admission is $10, that's a 50 percent discount. Take in a dolphin or sea lion show. Let keiki feed sea turtles and…
Art in the City
If you've ever watched your kids fingerpaint with abandon, you know how much art can inspire them. The downtown art scene in Honolulu provides the perfect venue for children to experience local art and artists up close and personal through…
Gardening for Good Health
Gardening with your children is a great outdoor activity that offers many lifelong rewards. The benefits include environmental awareness, a love of learning, good health and eating habits, and other skills, such as teamwork and problem-solving, that will last a…