Your Weekend: The Best Family Fun—January 21, 2021
Photo: 21 Degrees Estate Cacao Farm Tour A day at the farm is always a good thing in our books. A day at the farm that ends with a chocolate tasting is even better. 21 Degrees Estate in Kāne‘ohe is…
Hawai'i Comfort Food: Baked Potato Soup Recipe
A free recipe I picked up from a supermarket seven years ago is still one of my favorites for chilly weather.
Your Weekend: The Best Family Fun-January 14, 2021
Photo: Mailani Rainwater ‘Ohana Volunteer Day at Mālama Loko Ea Last January, we sent families to help restore this fishpond in Haleʻiwa. We’re still hoping to hold our annual volunteer day later this year, but you don’t have to wait…
Volunteering Opportunities Families Can Do Right Now in Honolulu
We are delaying our HONOLULU Family Volunteer Day this year, but there are still fun ways for keiki and parents to get outside and help out.
Your Weekend: The Best Family Fun-January 7, 2021
Photo: Hawaiʻi Nature Center Tree-mendous at the Hawaiʻi Nature Center The Makiki center has started its weekend workshops again and we couldn’t be happier. It starts Saturday when preschoolers can walk into the forest and learn more about the giant…
Donate Old Computers and Cell Phones to Help Hawai‘i Families
A Hawai‘i group will make sure your old computers and cell phones go to local families who need them.
Make It With the Family: Ring In the New Year with New Year’s Eve Bread
Pair home-baked bread with tasty butters for a fun way to dig into the new year.
Make It With the Family: A Star Headband Tiara
A big dose of sparkle and shine will keep the keiki up till midnight.
Make It with the Family: Shave Ice Cupcakes
These icy-looking treats won’t melt even on sunny winter days.
HONOLULU Family Recipe Corner: Snowmen Marshmallows Perfect for the Holidays
Even Frosty would approve of these adorable toppers for a steaming cup of cocoa.
Family Holiday Events in Hawaiʻi-2020
Updated: Dec. 22, 2020 Itʻs officially the holiday season and weʻre ready to celebrate! Here is our list of events and activities to get your family in the spirit of things. Please note that many centers are still working on…
Chores and Allowance Can Become Powerful Lessons in Money Management
A look at how Hawai‘i parents manage household chores and pocket money for their kids.
30 Gift Ideas for 5- to 9-Year-Olds From Hawai‘i Makers and Shops
Photo: Christine Labrador This year has not been easy for elementary school kids—or their parents. There was a lot whining from both parties. So, this holiday season is extra special and finding the perfect present (big or small) sometimes requires…
We Tried It: Our Family Guide to Kahuku Farms Café in Hawaiʻi
The tours are on hold for now, but kids (and parents) can still have outdoor fun at this tasty stop for vegetarian food on the North Shore.
Your Weekend: The Best Holiday Family Fun-December 17, 2020
Photo: Courtesy of Ice Cubed Hawai'i Editorʻs Note: We will be taking a few weeks off to spend the holidays with our family. Weʻll see you back with our first Weekend Guide of 2021 (phew!) on Jan. 7. Make-A-Snowman Kit…
Keiki Snack: Try This Holiday Recipe for Crispy Christmas Trees
Even the youngest children can help make these holiday desserts.