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For more information on any of these free programs, please contact the
hosting library. Program schedules are subject to change. Should a sign language
interpreter be needed or other special accommodations, please notify the library
at least 10 business days (15 days for neighbor island libraries) before the
event.
CELEBRATE TEEN READ WEEK 2008!
A national annual literacy initiative created for teens, their parents,
librarians, educators, booksellers and other concerned adults by the American
Library Association – will be celebrated at Hawaii’s public libraries throughout
the month of October. Come join us as our libraries will host special free
programs centered on this year’s theme – “Books with Bite @ your library” which
promotes a variety of books – from stories ranging from the supernatural to
“Macbeth” to “Shark Bytes” – as a tool for getting young adults to read.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library of Hawaii, the UH-Manoa Outreach
College’s Statewide Cultural Extension Program, and Hawaii Council for the
Humanities, these free programs are recommended for ages 12 and older.
 MACBETH, LIVE AND IN CONTEXT!
Actors from the upcoming Kennedy Theatre production perform scenes from William
Shakespeare’s play about ambition and evil. Dr. Valerie Wayne of the University
of Hawaii at Manoa’s Department of English will moderate a discussion between
the actors and audience and provide information on Shakespeare’s witches,
murders, and gender-benders. This one-hour literary program is suitable for ages
12 and up.
More
Information (Oahu)...
BONES
Monkey Waterfall presents “Bones,” a darkly humorous exploration in dance,
music, and story inspired by the mystique of ancient human bones. This 45-minute
program is suitable for ages 12 and up.
More
Information (Oahu)...(Maui)
(Hawaii)
(Molokai)
SHARK BYTES
Think you know sharks? They have been around for 400-million years and are the
ocean’s top predators, but that’s just the beginning. Get to know these
mysterious and fascinating animals-—from the feared tiger and great white, to
the strange-looking cookiecutter and megamouth. Find out what scientists are
doing to understand them. Shark Bytes is a special presentation by shark expert
Gerald Crow and writer/photographer Jennifer Crites, authors of Sharks and Rays
of Hawai‘i.
About the Speakers:
Gerald Crow is an acclaimed scientific researcher, marine biologist and author.
He has published more than 25 research papers, is a featured speaker at seminars
and marine conferences worldwide, serves on the Hawaii Shark Task Force, and has
appeared on many television programs, including the Discovery Channel’s Shark
Week.
Jennifer Crites is a journalist/photographer whose work has appeared in
countless books and magazines, including Islands, National Geographic Kids, and
Travel + Leisure.
This free one-hour program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library of Hawaii.
More
Information...
BAMBOO RIDGE TALES
Storytellers Eric Mita and Janice Terukina will share stories and poetry of
island lifestyles by island authors adapted from Bamboo Ridge; The Journal of
Hawaii Literature and Arts. Picture brides, fishing, "hapa'dating" and
local-style eating are celebrated in this lively tandem storytelling adventure.
Eric Mita is a veteran stage and screen actor. He has made appearances on The
Discovery Channel, local television shows, and on various Kumu Kahua Theatre
productions. Janice Terukina, a veteran actor with the East West Players in Los
Angeles, joins Eric. Since returning to Hawaii, Janice has appeared in numerous
film and television roles as well as on stage, most recently with Honolulu
Theatre for Youth and Kumu Kahua Theatre.
More Information...
GET YOUR FAMILY LEGAL AFFAIRS ORGANIZED
Kaimuki Public Library
Tuesday, Oct. 7, 6:00 p.m.
 Conducting
this presentation will be Attorney Scott Suzuki, J.D., M.P.H., a lawyer in
private practice, and a volunteer with the University of Hawaii at Manoa Elder
Law Program, where he assists senior and disabled clients with a wide range of
legal concerns including estate planning, guardianships, public benefits and
elder abuse. Suzuki will discuss topics such as advanced healthcare directives,
power of attorney, trusts, living wills, Medicare and Medicaid. Following the
presentation will be a question-and-answer session. Participants should come
prepared with their questions on legal matters. Kaimuki Public Library is
located at 1041 Koko Head Avenue. For more information, call 733-8422.
OTHER OAHU PROGRAMS
Adults
Children
MAUI
OBAKE AND OTHER GHOSTLY TALES OF JAPAN AND HAWAII
Wailuku Public Library
Thursday, Oct. 9, 6:30 p.m.
 To
get you ready for Halloween, Wailuku Public Library is scheduled to host
"Obake and other Ghostly Tales of Japan and Hawaii," featuring Dann
Seki. Admission is free. Storyteller Dann Seki, who is also a stage and
screen actor, has appeared in numerous local commercials, most of the
television shows filmed in Hawaii, and on stage at many of the local
theatres. Presented by the UH-Manoa Outreach College's Statewide
Cultural Extension Program, this performance is jointly sponsored by the
National Endowment for the Arts, the Hawaii State Foundation on Culture
and the
Arts, and the Maui Friends of the Library. This one-hour program is
suitable for ages 5 and older. Wailuku Public Library is located at 251
High Street. For more information, call 243-5766.
ALL ISLANDS - CHILDREN FALL
CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS
This fall the Hawaii State Public Library System will present
outstanding national and local storytellers in a series of programs
sponsored by the Friends of the Library of Hawaii and the UH-Manoa
Outreach College’s Statewide Cultural Extension Program. They are Baba
Jamal Koram from Virginia, Cathy Spagnoli from Washington state, Hawaii
storytellers Nyla Fujii-Babb and Janice Terukina, and
choreographer/dancer Yukie Shiroma.
 BABA
JAMAL KORAM - "THE STORYMAN"
Author and educator Baba Jamal Koram brings the history, language,
people, and folklore of world cultures to life through storytelling and
music in “The StoryMan.” Recommended for all ages, this program will be
presented at libraries on
OAHU,
BIG ISLAND,
and MAUI
 STORYTELLER
CATHY SPAGNOLI
Cathy Spagnoli is a modern storyteller who seeks to build storytelling
bridges between her American and Asian cultures, and to remind listeners
that the timeless art of the storyteller is still vital in today’s
fast-paced world. She will share a variety of traditional and modern
Japanese folk tales for families with children age 5 and older at
libraries on OAHU,
MAUI,
MOLOKAI, and
KAUAI.
 "McDERMOTT
IN MOTION"
Nyla Fujii-Babb, one of Hawaii’s premier storytellers, and
choreographer/dancer Yukie Shiroma will be featured in “McDermott in
Motion,” a special performance dedicated to Caldecott Award-winning
children’s picture book artist Gerald McDermott. Fujii-Babb and Shiroma
will create a performance of “living picture books” combining modern
dance, music, masks, costumes, and storytelling. Recommended for ages 5
and older.
More Information...
 "ISLAND
KINE STORIES" WITH JANICE TERUKINA
Janice Terukina, a veteran local actress and storyteller, previously
performed with the East West Players in Los Angeles. Since returning to
Hawaii, she has appeared in numerous stage, film, and television roles,
and is a popular storyteller at local libraries. Recommended for
preschoolers and older.
More Information...
In addition, several libraries will host the following free programs,
sponsored by the Friends of the Library of Hawaii.
THE GREAT DAVIDIO MAGIC SHOW
Waipahu Public Library
Thursday, Oct. 23, 3:30 p.m.
The Great Davidio, a.k.a. magician & dentist Dr. David Brown, will
perform feats of magic that includes transformations, animations, and
comedy magic. This 45-minute program is suitable for ages 5 and up. For
more information, call 675-0358.
"MASKS, MOVEMENT, AND THE ART OF REANIMATION" WITH YUKIE SHIROMA
Waimea Public Library (Kauai)
Tuesday, Oct. 28, 3:00 p.m.
Using Asian and Western dance theatre techniques learn how the power of
masks can bring inanimate objects to life. Recommended for preschoolers
and above. Program is also sponsored by the UH-Manoa Outreach College’s
Statewide Cultural Extension Program. For more information, call
338-6848.
HALLOWEEN EXTRAVAGANZA
Kahuku Public & School Library
Tuesday, Oct. 28, 6:00 p.m.
A lively night of Chicken Skin Tales told by local storytellers, a
pumpkin carving contest, facepainting by Lisa Tong, and light
refreshments. This two-hour program is recommended for ages 3 and up.
For more information, call 293-8935.
"THE ART OF CARTOONING" WITH DAVE THORNE
Lanai Public & School Library
Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2:00 p.m.
Enjoy a fascinating and fun lecture-demonstration on cartooning.
Recommended for ages 5 and above. Program is also sponsored by the UH-Manoa
Outreach College’s Statewide Cultural Extension Program. For more
information, call 662-3950.
"PUPPET TIMES" WITH CHRISTY LIPPS
Waikiki-Kapahulu Public Library
Thursday, Nov. 6, 3:00 p.m.
Puppeteer Christy Lipps will take you on an enchanting journey, bringing
to life many children’s stories, finger plays, and songs. She will
encourage children in the audience to participate in this performance.
Program is recommended for all ages. For more information, call
259-2610.
"STARRING YOU - A LEAF IN THE FAMILY TREE!"
Liliha Public Library
Thursday, Nov. 13, 6:30 p.m.
Fran McFarland will conduct a 45-minute genealogy program for children.
For more information, call 587-7577.
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