She Speaks: Daughter ready for sleep-away camp, but Mom — not so much
I wasn’t ready for these feelings: The sadness and misery set in within seconds after my husband and I dropped off our oldest daughter one weekday morning at school. Read more
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Get into a friendly Nerf gun war with keiki
Grab a Nerf Blaster — or choose from a variety of other foam-based weaponry — and have a blast of a battle at Pups of War Read more
New Baby Expo returns to Blaisdell for 22nd year
Whether you’re a parent wanting more information about birthing hospitals or breastfeeding classes, shopping around for the latest strollers or birthday party venues, or searching for child care providers or early infant educators, check out the New Baby Expo this weekend. Read more
Ice cream social to benefit Sounds of Aloha Chorus
Start the coming summer season off on a cool, sweet note with all-you-can-eat ice cream and a cappella entertainment at Sundaes on Sunday, an old-fashioned ice cream social. Read more
8 Days a Week: 21 must-do events coming up in Honolulu
Make plans for the upcoming week around Honolulu, courtesy Play. Read more
Explore the Honolulu Zoo during new evening Twilight Tours
If the last time your family visited the Honolulu Zoo was when your children were wee ones, consider a new zoo adventure and go on a Twilight Tour Read more
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Keiki can create crafts for Mother’s Day in Kaimuki
Are you still in need of a gift for that special mom in your life? You can never go wrong with made-from-the-heart art. Read more
8 Days a Week: More than a dozen things to do in Honolulu
Highlights of the top events coming up in Honolulu over the next eight days. Read more
Take the family backstage at the Hawaii Opera Theatre
Go on a backstage tour, try on costumes and take family photos during Hawaii Opera Theatre’s Family Day this weekend. Read more
Shen Yun celebrates Chinese culture at Blaisdell Concert Hall
Travel back in time to the world of ancient China via Shen Yun, an epic theatrical experience with performances Saturday and Sunday at Blaisdell Concert Hall. Read more
Pick up a free comic at one of 25 Hawaii libraries on Free Comic Book Day
Comic book lovers can add to their collections at Free Comic Book Day, Saturday at one of dozens of participating Hawaii State Public Library System libraries statewide. Read more
Days a week: Your guide to plan the week ahead
Cinco de Mayo at Mi Almita Cantina: Music, food and drink specials leading up to the holiday. Mariachi duo 6-8:30 p.m. Thursday-Friday and noon-2:30 p.m. Saturday; Yoza 5:30-8:30 p.m. Sunday, The Street Food Hall by Michael Mina, International Market Place. 377-4402 Read more
Days a Week: Your guide to plan the week ahead
Jake Shimabukuro: Internationally renowned ukulele wizard who spans musical styles, incorporating island music, pop, rock and jazz. Read more
Keiki can enjoy variety of activities, movie at children’s festival
A sunset screening of “Incredibles 2” on the beach caps off an action-packed, superhero-themed afternoon at the Ko Olina Children’s Festival, Saturday at Ko Olina Resort. Read more
Show at Windward Community College takes deep dive into reef systems
Families can embark on an undersea adventure and discover secrets of the “rainforests of the sea” in a new planetarium show, “Expedition Reef,” premiering Saturday at Hokulani Imaginarium. Read more
YMCA’s anniversary celebrations offer fitness, games
YMCA of Honolulu encourages families to help celebrate its 150th anniversary and experience all the Y has to offer at community birthday celebrations Saturday at each of the six Y branches, which will offer access to their pools, gyms and health and fitness classes, plus bouncers, games and other family activities. Read more
8 Days: More than a dozen must-try events in Honolulu this week
Make plans for the week ahead with this comprehensive event listing, courtesy Play. Read more
Mauka to Makai Expo teaches land, ocean preservation
Celebrate keeping Hawaii clean, protected and free of pollution, from the mountaintops to the sea, at the aptly named Mauka to Makai Environmental Expo Saturday at Waikiki Aquarium. Read more
Learn to take care of our planet at Earth Day celebration
Commemorate Earth Day learning how to care for our aina and community at the Ola Na Kini Earth Day Hoolaulea, Saturday at Nanakuli Public Library and hosted by Malama Learning Center. Read more
Animals inspire art activities at museum’s family day
Keiki can explore Honolulu Museum of Art’s galleries with a docent on an “Animals and Art” tour highlighting some of the exciting animals depicted in art throughout history. Read more
Farmers Market Calendar: April 2019
A comprehensive listing of farmers markets on Oahu for the month of April 2019. Read more
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