Growing Up at the Y: A Place for Teens, Then and Now
How YMCA teen programs in Honolulu support belonging, leadership, confidence, and connection for teens and families across Hawaii.
A Family Guide to the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum
Family-friendly museum at Pearl Harbor where kids explore the WWII USS Bowfin submarine, hands-on exhibits, and STEM learning experiences.
The Secret Cheat Code to Teaching Kids Math: Money
Teach kids math through everyday money moments to build confidence, real-life skills, and healthy financial habits that last a lifetime.
Communication That Works
Practical tips for parents to improve communication, build trust, reduce conflict, and help children feel heard, respected, and secure.
Follow the Leader: Ways to Instill Leadership Qualities in Kids
Help kids build leadership skills like confidence, empathy, teamwork, and responsibility so they’re prepared to lead and succeed in school and life.
2026 Guide to Summer Programs for Kids
Explore the best summer programs for kids in Hawaii in 2026! Whether it’s academics, sports, or arts, find the ideal summer program!
Navigating Social Skills Across Childhood
Learn how social skills grow from preschool through adolescence and how parents can support kids at each stage with practical, age-appropriate guidance.
New Initiative Offers Innovative Music Education for Hawaii’s Youth
A new partnership expands music education for Hawaiʻi youth, blending hands-on lessons, digital tools, and mentorship to inspire lifelong learning.
A Bright Start in Kailua: YMCA Preschool Opening Soon
The YMCA of Honolulu is opening a new Kailua preschool, offering nurturing care, small classes, and play-based learning for young keiki.
Swinging and Singing Into Love at the Honolulu Zoo
Meet Japan and Bono, the white-handed gibbons at the Honolulu Zoo, whose new bond brings hope, harmony, and awareness for conservation.