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Your Weekend: The Best Family Events-Aug. 29, 2018

Photo: Courtesy of Okinawan FestivalAt the Okinawan Festival this weekend, keiki can take pictures wearing traditional kimono while holding paranku hand drums. Okinawan Festival You won’t need sunscreen and bug repellant at this year’s Okinawan Festival. The popular event has…

Fall Break Guide 2018

Photo: Courtesy of Honolulu ZooHonolulu Zoo Camp is one of several programs for local children during fall break. For most schools on O'ahu, fall break is from Oct. 8 to Oct. 12. If your family has no plans to travel off-island that week, consider…

How to Raise a Compassionate Child in Hawai‘i

Photo: Alyson HelwagenVolunteer work, such as painting Honolulu Theatre for Youth scenery at HONOLULU Familyʻs Volunteer Day, can teach kids (and parents) to think beyond their own needs. Editor's Note: HONOLULU Family is partnering with Parents and Children Together (PACT)…

Hurricane Lane: Five Ways To Keep Kids Busy

Photo: By Thinkstock Schools across Hawai’i are closed on Thursday and Friday due to Hurricane Lane–and that means thousands of keiki are indoors keeping themselves entertained. Why not join them? Here are five fun games to play with kids while waiting…

Family Restaurant Review: Restaurant 604

Photo: By Wendy Awai-DakroubButtermilk and poi pancakes for keiki come with guava and regular whipped butter. Editor's Note: We’ve launched a new series, "Family Restaurant Review," featuring local eateries that welcome kids. We hope these will enhance your family’s experiences around the…

Out & About: 19 Things To Do in Fall 2018

August 17 (Start Date) Made in Hawai‘i Festival Sample new products and shop for every Hawai‘i-made item you can think of, from sweet treats and kids clothing to household cleaners and jewelry. Coupons for $1 off general admission are available…

Our Guide: Bishop Museum

Photo: By Tina YuenAt the Science Adventure Center, kids learn about snails, insects and other creatures. Where: Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum Who: A mom and dad; their 6-year-old girl and twin boys, 4. When: A weekday morning. Allow for at…

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