10 HAWAII PARENT September/October 2025 SEPTEMBER OKINAWAN FOOD FEASTIVAL September 1 to 15 Celebrate Okinawan food, culture, and community during the 2025 Okinawan FEASTival, happening September 1–15. This two-week celebration spotlights Okinawan-owned restaurants, food businesses, and special FEASTival dishes. From traditional flavors like rafute and andagi to modern Okinawan-fusion creations, it’s a chance to rediscover old favorites and explore something new. With a legacy dating back to the opening of American Café in 1923, Okinawan food has deep roots in Hawai‘i. By the end of the FEASTival, the hope is that you’ll know and love even more of the Okinawan (and Okinawan-at-heart) eateries across the island—and continue supporting them all year long. Find more information by visiting www.hawaiiokinawans.com. #OkinawanEats #OkiEats DAY AT LAKE WILSON September 27, 9 AM to 3 PM Come out and enjoy a Day at Lake Wilson, one of Hawai‘i’s largest freshwater reservoirs, located in the heart of historic Wahiawā! Hosted by DLNR and the Wahiawā community, this family-friendly event invites you to explore the natural beauty and importance of the State Freshwater Park. Enjoy hands-on activities, educational booths, and fun for all ages while learning how to care for this vital island resource. It’s a celebration of nature, community, and stewardship—perfect for a day outdoors with the ‘ohana. Find more information at www.dayatthelake.org. Masa & Joyce family-owned Okazu-ya serving Hawaiian food, sashimi, and poke, rooted in the traditions of Okinawa and local island flavors.
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