Ala Moana offers new family entertainment options

• By Zenaida Serrano
• Sept. 27, 2018

Ala Moana Center continues to grow, with more than a dozen new merchants opening before the year ends. Read more

Ko Olina Children’s Fest offers fun with a Mexican twist

• By Zenaida Serrano
• Sept. 20, 2018

A number of fun family activities planned for the 5th annual Ko Olina Children’s Festival, Saturday at Ko Olina Resort. Read more

Take a trip back in time at Hawaiian Mission Houses

• By Zenaida Serrano
• Sept. 20, 2018

Family Day Open House Saturday would be the perfect time to visit the Mission Houses Museum — it’s one of only two days a year the site offers free admission. Read more

Girls learn tech skills at Kalani day camp

• By Zenaida Serrano
• Sept. 20, 2018

“Run by girls, for girls” — that’s the empowering motto of GTEC (Girls in Technology, Engineering and Computing) Academy, a five-day robotics camp taking place next month at Kalani High School. Read more

Dr. Seuss’ ‘Cat in the Hat’ leaps from page to stage

• By Zenaida Serrano
• Sept. 13, 2018

The Cat, Thing 1 and Thing 2 and the brother-and-sister duo of The Boy and Sally are among the iconic characters in the stage adaptation, “Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat,” opening at Kennedy Theatre. Read more

Learn about plastic waste at Waimanalo beach cleanup

• By Zenaida Serrano
• Sept. 13, 2018

For some sun, fun and a job well done, families can help remove trash, plastic and other debris next month from the areas surrounding Waimanalo Beach Park — a Waikiki Aquarium cleanup event held in partnership with the city and Hard Rock Cafe. Read more

Historical sites grant free entry on Museum Day

• By Zenaida Serrano
• Sept. 13, 2018

Select Honolulu venues will join more than 1,400 museums across the country offering free admission on Sept. 22 as part of Smithsonian magazine’s 14th annual Museum Day. Read more

She Speaks: Parents give middle child assurance she’s loved

• By Zenaida Serrano
• Sept. 8, 2018

The last thing any mother or father wants is a child who feels ignored or feels the need to try extra hard to get noticed by her own parents. Read more

Pearlridge hosts Keiki Conch Shell Blowing Contest

• By Zenaida Serrano,
• Sept. 6, 2018

Listen to keiki give it their best try at the Pu Ha‘aheo (“cherish the conchshell with pride”) — 2nd annual Keiki Conch Shell Blowing Contest Sept. 15 at Pearlridge Center’s Downtown Center Court. Read more

Bright Kid Foundation presents ‘The Wiz’ at Paliku Theatre

• By Zenaida Serrano,
• Sept. 6, 2018

Memorable music, dazzling dancing and a message about the power of perseverance — all make it worth your while to watch “The Wiz.” Read more

New beach reads for littlest keiki

• By Zenaida Serrano,
• Sept. 6, 2018

September is here, but summer doesn’t have to end for your youngest ones with new sun-soaked, beach-themed board books. Read more

Okinawan Fest to share film, food, music

• By Zenaida Serrano,
• Aug. 30, 2018

Taiko performances, andagi and a colorful parade are some of the guaranteed-to-make-you-smile offerings at Hawaii United Okinawa Association’s 36th annual Okinawan Festival this weekend at the Hawai‘i Convention Center. Read more

Catch some rays at Sea Life Park

• By Zenaida Serrano,
• Aug. 30, 2018

Spend the day getting to know all about rays — stingrays, manta rays, spotted eagle rays and more — at Sea Life Park’s last Keiki Sunday of the year. Read more

Evangeline Lily, Tara Strong among Amazing Comic Con Aloha guests

• By Zendaida Serrano,
• Aug. 23, 2018

Evangeline Lilly (“Ant-Man and the Wasp”), Asher Angel (“Shazam!”), Amber Midthunder (“Legion”) and Tara Strong (“Teen Titans”) are among the stars of comic book and pop entertainment fans can meet at Amazing Comic Con Aloha this weekend. Read more

Old-time folktales, fables inspire Filipino play

• By Zenaida Serrano,
• Aug. 23, 2018

“Filipino Folktales & Fables,” a lively show that celebrates the rich culture of the Philippines through traditional songs, dances and stories, opens Honolulu Theatre for Youth’s 64th season. Read more

Pearl Harbor offers virtual reality tours

• By Zenaida Serrano
• Aug. 16, 2018

World War II history enthusiasts young and old can travel back in time via three virtual reality tours at the new Pearl Harbor Virtual Reality Center, open daily at Pearl Harbor Visitors Center. Read more

Discover colorful critters in ‘Hawai‘i’s Ocean Animals’

• By Zenaida Serrano,
• Aug. 16, 2018

In “Hawai‘i’s Ocean Animals Coloring and Activity Book,” ideal for ages 2-7, children (and parents, too!) can learn more about Hawaii’s underwater world. Read more

Lend a hand to restore historic Loko Ea Fishpond

• By Zenaida Serrano,
• Aug. 16, 2018

From building a rock wall to removing invasive grass — there are many age-appropriate activities families can do to be part of the continued restoration of Loko Ea Fishpond on the North Shore. Read more

Keiki surfers show skills at Kailua contest

• By Zenaida Serrano,
• Aug. 9, 2018

Keiki surfers, ono grinds, prize giveaways and just all-around good vibes make up the 14th annual Kailua Shorebreak Classic, Aug. 25 at Kalama Beach Club in Kailua. Read more

‘Kingdom Hearts’ comes to life at Blaisdell Concert Hall

• By Zenaida Serrano,
• Aug. 9, 2018

Fans of the popular “Kingdom Hearts” video games are in for a treat with the “Kingdom Hearts Orchestra — World Tour,” the official concert of the video game series’ music. Read more

See Mighty Mo at sunset with Picnic on the Pier

• By Zenaida Serrano,
• Aug. 9, 2018

The Battleship Missouri Memorial presents the year’s last Picnic on the Pier event — Aug. 17 at historic Ford Island — which includes complimentary tours of the Mighty Mo’s main decks and music by R&B, rock and reggae artists Simple Souls. Read more