The Story Behind Honolulu City Lights' Giant Christmas Tree
Photo: Nathalie Walker When principal Stacey Oshio started at Olomana School seven years ago, she was a rookie compared to decades-old veteran with a big presence on campus. And when the school decided to donate the Norfolk pine tree to…
Your Weekend: The Best Family Events-Nov. 14, 2018
Photo: MathAlive!MathAlive! is on display at Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, taking a fun, playful spin on everyone's favorite subject. MathAlive! Exhibit In this traveling exhibit dubbed "MathAlive!" kids can control a Mars rover, ride on a live-action snowboard, record their own weather telecast and play…
Santa Sightings on O‘ahu Before Thanksgiving
Photo: Getty Images We hear Santa is making early appearances in parts of Oʻahu. If your keiki are super excited to meet the big man early, here are four places to catch him between Friday, Nov. 16 and Sunday, Nov.…
We Tried It! Aerial Silks Classes at Samadhi Hawaiʻi
Photo: Beth Blaney Where: The Kids/Preteen Foundation Class at Samadhi Hawai’i in Kaka‘ako. Who: An 8-year-old girl and two 10-year-old girls. When: Friday “Fall 2 Session” class from 4:45 to 6 p.m. My third-grade daughter, who loves to swing and…
Honolulu Zoo's Japanese Giant Salamanders Could be Parents-to-be
Courtesy: City & County of Honolulu The Japanese giant salamanders and I have some history. Just a few months after they arrived at the Honolulu Zoo from Hiroshima, Japan, HONOLULU Magazine's Robbie Dingeman and I were on a behind-the-scenes tour…
We Tried It: MathAlive! Exhibit at Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum
Photo: MathAlive! Editor's Note: We updated the blog after another visit to MathAlive! in July. What: MathAlive! is an interactive exhibit which teaches kids math through some of the things they love most–video games, sports, fashion, music, robotics, and more. Who: One…
Your Weekend: The Best Family Events-Nov. 7, 2018
Photo: Wahiawā Lions Club FacebookOn Monday, marchers will hand out flags to keiki to wave during the Wahiawā Lions Club's 72th Veterans Day Parade. Wahiawā Lions Club 72 Veterans Day Parade Early Monday morning, set up your lawn chairs and picnic…
Our Guide: Winter Programs in Hawai‘i-2018
Photo: Courtesy of Therapeutic Horsemanship of Hawaiʻi Halloween is done! Now, let's think about winter break. If your family will be in town for Christmas and New Year's, consider signing up your keiki for a specialty day camp on Oʻahu. Here are the details…
Family Restaurant Review: DB Grill
Photo: Christi YoungWith multiple big-screen TVs suspended on the high walls of DB Grill, kids eyes are rarely on their food. Editor's Note: We’ve launched a new series, "Family Restaurant Review," featuring local eateries that welcome kids. We hope these will enhance…
We Tried It: Shirokiya Japan Village Walk
Photo: Cathy Cruz-GeorgeKeiki are all smiles at Shirokiya Japan Village Walk. What: Shirokiya Japan Village Walk Who: Four girls, ages 5 to 8, and four parents When: A Friday evening, 5:30 to 8 p.m. During the B.C. Era (Before Children), my…
Mom Made Market—2.0. No Potpourri or Needlepoint Here
Photo: Courtesy of The Mom Made Market The Mom Made Market’s holiday pop-up is this weekend at Aloha Tower Pier 11 Terminal, featuring successful companies owned by smart, savvy mothers. How do they balance work and family life? What advice…
Your Weekend: The Best Family Events-Oct. 31, 2018
Photo: Leeward Community CollegeGiant bubbles are part of the fun at this weekend's Leeward Discovery Fair. Leeward Discovery Fair Got little scientists in your home? Bring them to Leeward Community College’s free day of family fun. For the 50-year anniversary…
Inside Look: Leeward Discovery Fair 2018
Photo: Leeward Community CollegeThe slime booth is always a popular spot at this free annual event. We love free activities. We love places where our kids can run around and play. We love a place to sit in the shade. Leeward…
50 Years of Serving Hawaii Families in Need
Courtesy of Parents And Children Together Developing children need a supportive, safe and nurturing environment to thrive. Parents And Children Together, Hawaii’s leading social services nonprofit, helps keiki build healthy relationships with those who matter most in their lives—from their parents, guardians…
Your Weekend: The Best Family Events-Oct. 24, 2018
Photo: Courtesy of Family Promise HawaiʻiThe 5K Family Promise Fun Run/Walk raises money for homeless keiki. Spooky BOO!reakfast at Dave & Buster’s Wear your Halloween costume to a breakfast buffet at Dave and Buster’s, where there will be balloon animals…