Best of HONOLULU Family 2020: SERVICES
Our readers’ and editors’ picks for the best family services in Honolulu.
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Family Events in Hawai‘i Canceled Because of Coronavirus Concerns
Photo: Sea Life ParkSea Life Park announced it will close from March 17 until further notice. Last updated Tuesday, March 24: The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education has extended spring break through April 30. The extension allows school leaders to implement social distancing…
In The Age of Coronavirus, How Do Hawai‘i’s Families Entertain Keiki At Home?
Social distancing. Dance parties. Yard workouts. Gaming with grandma. Here’s how kids stay entertained while parents stay sane.
Just Two Days Into Working at Home With Kids Because of Coronavirus, How Will We All Survive?
Photos: Christi YoungMy home office is now in the kitchen. My view is a messy bulletin board, oven and counters I need to clean. Editor's Note: Wednesday, March 18, the state Department of Education announced that public schools will remain…
What Hawai‘i Families Need to Know About Coronavirus
Illustration courtesy of: NPR/Malaka GharibNPRʻs Goats and Soda posted a comic book for kids about COVID-19. See a link to it below. When we opened our Lion Dance Lego set this weekend, my husband and I joked that the Chinese-themed…
Honolulu Festival 2020 Canceled Due to Concerns Over Coronavirus
Photo: Courtesy of Honolulu Festival Update as of March 3, 2020: Organizers have canceled the entire festival to prevent the potential spread of the coronavirus in Hawai‘i. This story was originally published on Feb. 28, 2020. First the opening reception.…
The Ultimate Tooth Fairy Experience
Photo: Courtesy of Hawaii Dental Service HDS Tooth Fairy Fun Day is a fun family event taking place on Sunday, Feb. 16, at the Hawaiʻi Children’s Discovery Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Keiki will be able to take photos…
7 Tips on Managing Your Child’s Food Allergies During Halloween
Photo: Getty Images With food allergies becoming more common—about 5.9 million (or 1 in 3) kids in the U.S. have a food or digestive allergy—making the most of your children’s trick-or-treating can be a daunting task. The most common food…
Clear the Smoke: How to Protect Your Children from Vaping in Hawai‘i
Vaping is an epidemic in Hawai‘i. As local experts address the problem, here’s how you can protect your children.
New After-Hours Pediatric Center Opens on Oʻahu
Photo: Courtesy of Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children When a child gets sick on a weekend or comes home from school feeling ill—and the pediatrician’s office is closed for the day—what can the parents and caregivers do? Here's an…
Why Kids in Hawaiʻi Vape and What You Can Do About It
Photo: Courtesy of Hawaii Public Health Institute (Editor's Note: This story originally was published March, 13, 2019, as a preview to Kick Butts Day.) “Vaping,” or the use of e-cigarettes, is a growing epidemic among youth in Hawaiʻi. More than 42…
Photos: 2019 HONOLULU Family Fun Run Presented by Mobi
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5 Reasons to Sign Up for the 2019 HONOLULU Family Fun Run
Photos: Gregory Yamamoto On March 2, the third annual HONOLULU Family Fun Run and Keiki Dash, presented by Mobi, will send runners racing through Magic Island. Open to all ages and fitness levels, the timed 5K features a leisurely walk/run…
How To Prepare You And Your ʻOhana For Baby's Arrival
Photo: Getty Images Getting ready for the birth of a new baby can seem like an overwhelming task! There is much to do and so much to know. Take it one trimester at a time and always consult with your…
3 Ways to Enhance Your Keiki’s Tooth Fairy Experience
1. Give A Little Gift The Tooth Fairy leaves cash for 98% of the homes she visits. Although she’s famous for leaving money, she also likes to leave little surprises for little ones such as a new toothbrush or floss…
Ask the Medical Experts in Hawaiʻi
How can I keep my child from major injuries while playing sports? Some parents and coaches put pressure on young children to focus on a single sport to attract college recruiters, compete at higher levels and earn scholarships. The majority…
Discover Everything The Salvation Army Kroc Center Hawai‘i Has to Offer
Come to The Salvation Army Kroc Center Hawai‘i’s Open House on Saturday, Jan. 12, 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m., and discover what the center has to offer and how it can help you achieve your goals. Dive into the Aquatic Center equipped…
The Importance of Body Confidence as a Parent
The Breast Implant Center of Hawai‘i specializes in helping moms restore their bodies.
How to Prepare for Bad Vog Days
Photo: Courtesy of U.S. Geological SurveyAn explosion May 9, 2018, at the Overlook crater at the summit of Kīlauea was probably triggered by a rockfall. Whenever my family starts sneezing and feeling run-down, my instant reaction is to peek outside…
HONOLULU Family Fun Run Fundraiser
HONOLULU Family is planning our first ever fun run and your school could benefit. Sign up now! Fun-Run Lace up your shoes and get ready for the HONOLULU Family Fun Run on August 5 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. This fun…
Hawai‘i Kids Who Have Overcome
Photo: Karen DB PhotographyLeft: Jillian Madanay with her mom, Lauri. Right: Daniel Lau with his sister, Clara, and mom, Noelle. As a parent, we know that every child will deal with challenges. We can prepare for academic trouble, friend drama…
Why It’s Important to Take Your Child to the Dentist by Their First Birthday
Hawaii Dental Service PhotoS: Courtesy of Hawaii Dental Service As a parent, ensuring you know all about the basics needed to keep your child healthy can be difficult: good nutrition, rest, exercise and when to visit the doctor for medical…
Hepatitis A: Information for Your Family
From kids' symptoms to vaccines in Hawaii, what parents should know about hepatitis A. Photo: Thinkstock As of Sept. 14, the Hawaii State Department of Health has confirmed a total of 271 cases of hepatitis A in an outbreak that…
Eric did this: Honolulu Ekiden 2015
When you have to wake up at 3 a.m., going to sleep at midnight is a bad idea. I oozed out of bed Sunday morning when my alarm went off, regretting ever saying yes to being a part of the…