Let the Parade of Homes begin! This weekend and next, the 50th annual open-house tour sponsored by the Building Industry Association-Hawaii showcases 25 houses and condos on O'ahu, the Big Island, Kaua'i and Lana'i.

Hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and tomorrow and Oct. 14-15. It's free. Details are at www.paradeofhomeshawaii.com.