Make It Yourself: Try This Under the Sea-Themed Party for Your Kid’s Next Birthday Bash
You’ll definitely get some bites when you put out these tasty ocean-inspired treats.
Good Reads: February 2015
Preschool A Book of Babiesby Il Sung NaSpring brings the birth of baby animals including ducklings, zebras, kangaroos, seahorses, polar bears and more. A father duck observers that some are only children, many have children, but all settle down at…
We Tried It: Art Explorium's Kids' Workshops
Who: 2 eight-year-old girls. What: The Art Explorium's artist-led kids' workshops. When: An hour-and-a-half on a Sunday afternoon. In the past year or so, the Art Explorium in Kaimukī, a young nonprofit founded on the idea that art can be made…
Make It With the Family: Valentine’s Day Play Dough
Surprise your child with a new batch of glittery, scented play dough.
Honolulu Parent to Parent: The Family that Posts Together ...
A parent’s welcome to the world of social media.
Good Reads: January 2015
Preschool Three Bears in a Boat by David Soman When they break their mother's treasured blue shell, three bears set off on a sailing adventure none of the bears expected. Kindergarten The Mermaid and the Shoe by K.G. Campbell…
Keiki Parkour at Precision Parkour
In my work life, I think a lot about the importance of taking smart risks, getting back up when you fall down, and creating an environment where goals can be set and challenges tackled with persistence and positivity. And…
Parent to Parent: Lessons in Giving
December isn’t the only month we should be landing a hand.
2015 Cover Kids Winners
You voted for them! Out of hundreds of entries, here are our 2015 Cover Kids and runners up. 2015 Cover Kids Will be featured on the cover of HONOLULU Family in 2015. Runners Up Will have the opportunity…
Editor’s Page: From Santa Gaffe to Giving Back
Last year, my daughter and I wrote our first letter to Santa. That was immediately followed by our Santa faux pas. Four days before Christmas, Cassera ran across a toy ad and started pointing out all the things she had…
Good Eats: Holiday Dishes for Your Family From Two Hawaii Chefs
Juggling a family and work is challenging for all of us. Imagine being a new dad while running the kitchen of one of Hawai‘i's busiest restaurants–a restaurant that never closes, even during the busy holiday season. Chefs Darren Demaya and…
New Attractions at Sea Life Park
Photos: Lavonne LeongI was surprised to hear that Sea Life Park turns 50 this year. A half-century birthday seemed like a good time to revisit a classic from small-kid-time, before the hordes descend this Saturday, November 8. On that day,…
Quick Studies: Quick Stars Tutoring Celebrates its 10th Anniversary
In 2004, Quick Stars Tutoring started with an ad on a bulletin board and a desire to help local students get ahead. Ten years later, the locally owned business has certainly grown in size, but owner Tracy Lee says…
Scream Machines: The Science of Roller Coasters
The Bishop Museum's Scream Machines: The Science of Roller Coasters exhibit will keep your kids entertained the entire visit with simulated roller coaster rides, hands-on activities and a spinning room. Time: Reserve at least an hour. We could have easily…