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By Star-Advertiser staff
July 13, 2013
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The 51st annual Hawaii State Farm Fair: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Kualoa Ranch, 51-560 Kamehameha Highway, Kaaawa. Features live entertainment, food trucks, rides by Xtreme Fun Rentals, horse rides, an orchid and plant sale, live farm animals, workshops, agriculture educational exhibits and more. Cost: $5, free for keiki and students with valid ID. Free parking. Visit http://goo.gl/iKkJd.
"Baby’s Home, Now What?" postpartum class for moms: 10 a.m. to noon today, Kroc Center, Ewa Beach. Topics include mother’s postpartum body, what fathers may experience, how a newborn might affect marriage and dealing with "helpful family members." Free. To register, call 561-1383 or email reclaimingmotherhood@gmail.com.
Sandy Beach clean-up: 10 a.m. to noon today; look for the sponsors’ (RevoluSun and Surfrider Foundation) tents between the lifeguard stand and showers. Volunteers receive a free lunch and T-shirt. Call 783-8879.
Bungie the Clown show: 10:30 to 11 a.m. today and Tuesday, Waianae Mall, 86-260 Farrington Highway, with face painting, balloons and arts and crafts. Free. Call 696-2690 or visit www.facebook.com/waianaemall.
Keiki storytimes: Today, "Skeleton Pirate" by David Lucas; and Tuesday, "Ben Rides On" by Matt Davies, both at 11 a.m., Barnes & Noble, Ala Moana. Free. Call 949-7307.
Upromise Investments information table: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. today and Sunday, Pearlridge Center, Uptown, first level fronting the ATMS next to the elevators. Company representatives answer questions about H1529 (Hawaii’s College Savings Program). Free. Call 488-0981.
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Kenny Endo Taiko Ensemble performance: 1 p.m. today, Kailua Public Library. Free. Call 266-9911.
"Tillandsia Terrarium" workshop for kids: 2 to 3:30 p.m. today, Paiko, 675 Auahi St. Keiki ages 5 and older learn about air plants and create their own mini garden in a glass fishbowl vase; supplies provided. Cost: $35. Call 988-2165 or visit http://goo.gl/Bi4DL.
Discover Kakaako: 5 to 9 p.m. today, Ward Centers. Enjoy live entertainment, food and more, including a fashion show at 7:45 p.m., Hawaii Literacy booth (keiki storytime and donation drop-off of new or gently used school supplies), Art Explorium art activities and blood-pressure and body-composition screenings. Visit www.discoverkakaako.com.
Hawaii Speed & Quickness clinic: Sunday, Kaiser High School gym. Youths learn to improve their overall athleticism through various drills. Registration begins 7:30 a.m. Clinic times are 8 to 9:15 a.m. for Coach Rocky’s keiki clinic (ages 5 to 8) and youth clinic (ages 9 to 13); 8 to 9:30 a.m. for Teen Elite with Coach Chad Ikei; and 8:10 to 9:10 a.m. for parents’ Brick House training class. Fee: $10, $20 for Teen Elite class. Call 228-7447 or visit http://goo.gl/gfQ9g for registration form.
Kama‘aina Sunday at ‘Iolani Palace: Sunday. Hawai‘i residents are treated to free tours of the Palace galleries and docent-guided tours of the first and second floors every 15 minutes between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., and audio tours every 10 minutes from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Tickets available on a first-come, first-served basis; ticket office closes at 3:30 p.m. Call 522-0822 or visit http://goo.gl/2sKwB.
2013 KIDS FIRST! Film Festival: "We Are the World": 3 p.m. Sunday, UH-Manoa, Art Auditorium. Films include "I Wish I Went to Ecuador" and "My Best Friend." For ages 5 and older. Free. Visit http://goo.gl/yG5Cd.
"Flutter: A Green Experience": Runs through Sunday, Pearlridge Center Uptown (Butterfly Pavilion and exploration station) and Downtown (educational workshops) during Center hours. Features eco-friendly and interactive activities and more. There is a $3 admission fee for the Butterfly Pavilion, which houses hundreds of butterflies where keiki can see the insect’s life cycle; free for keiki under age 8 with a paying adult. Call 488-0981 or visit www.pearlridgeonline.com.
Summer etiquette session: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Lisa Rose Doll House & Tea Room, 1365 Nuuanu Ave. Learn about good manners, first impressions, introductions and greetings and proper table manners, with a dress-up and photo session, lunch, craft and handbook. For ages 6 to 10. Cost: $50. Call 528-4552 or visit www.lisarosehonolulu.com.
"Putting the Pieces Together" autism brown-bag seminar: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Central Union Church, 1660 S. Beretania St.; registration begins 11 a.m. Presented by Mental Health America of Hawaii. Suggested donation: $10 to $25. Reservations recommended. Visit http://goo.gl/sjVsG.
Honolulu Zoo’s "Wildest Show in Town" summer concert series: Wednesday; gates open 4:35 p.m. The concert, featuring Ohta San and Nando Suan and ukulele groups from around the world, is from 6 to 7 p.m. Kicks off with pre-concert activities such as keiki coloring contest, mini guided tours, Conservation Station display of animal biofacts and a drawing by Roy Sakuma for a chance for keiki ages 6 to 12 to win a Kala soprano ukulele. Cost: $3 for ages 2 and older. Proceeds benefit Honolulu Zoo Society. Call 926-3191 or visit www.honoluluzoo.org.
"Honk! Jr." performance: Presented by Punahou Summer School’s Musical Theatre program, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dillingham Hall, school campus. Enjoy a contemporary re-telling of "The Ugly Duckling" by a cast of 40 students in grades six to eight. Free; open seating. Call 943-3295.
Senior citizen information table: 9 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Pearlridge Center, Uptown, second level fronting Satellite City Hall. Free. Call 488-0981.
Story Time in the Garden: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Foster Botanical Garden. Features stories, a nature craft, singing and more. For ages 5 and under. Free. For reservations, call 522-7066.
"Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr.": Presented by HEARTS (Hawaii Education of the ARTS), 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, Paliku Theatre, Windward Community College. Also, 7 p.m. July 20 and 25 to 27, with 2 p.m. matinees July 20 and 27. Ticket prices range from $10 to $20. Call 387-4355 or visit www.showtix4u.com. Visit www.heartshawaii.org.
Football clinic: For boys and girls in grades two through eight, 3 to 6 p.m. Friday, Alexander Field, Punahou School; check-in from 2 to 2:30 p.m. Features Kenny Patton of Patton Sports performance, with training for all positions, football techniques, combine drills and more. Additional clinics to be held July 20 from 9 a.m. to noon for grades two through five; and 1 to 4 p.m. for grades six through eight. Cost (includes T -shirt and bag): $100. Call 258-9911 or email Punahoufootballclinic2013@hotmail.com.
23rd annual Hawaii All-Collectors Show: 3 to 9 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 20, Neal Blaisdell Center, Exhibition Hall. Special appearance by members of the 501st Legion of Imperial Stormtroopers (from "Star Wars") from 1 to 4 p.m. July 20 only. Cost: $5; $2 for ages 7 to 11; $20 for early-entry at 1:30 p.m. Friday only. Visit www.ukulele.com/collect.html.
ONGOING
Microchip Madness Month: In partnership with the Hawaiian Humane Society, participating veterinarians across the state will be offering $10 microchipping of pets through July. Visit http://goo.gl/M9nQI.
Camp BizGym: Ongoing registration for one-week camp July 29 through Aug. 2, Mid-Pacific Institute. Students in grades K to 12 create a short video by creating a script, shooting video and editing (with assistance) based on their own business idea to get their projects publicly funded through "crowd-funding" sites. Limited enrollment. Cost: $100. Email caroline@bizgym.org.
Artwork display: Award-winning artwork by Leilehua High School students, as part of the library’s Summer Art Exhibition 2013, will be on display through Aug. 31 at Wahiawa Public Library, Young Adult and Teen section. Free. Call 622-6345.
Youth and family fishing photo contest: Entry deadline for the national contest is Sept. 2. Prize scholarships will be awarded to the four photos that best exemplify youth fishing, family fishing or conservation in a sanctuary. Presented by The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary and Conservation International’s Hawaii’s Fish Trust and Sportfishing Conservancy. Free. Visit www.sanctuaryclassic.org.
"Parenting Classes for Conflicting Parents": Open enrollment for four-session Monday course led by Allana Coffee, 4:30 to 6 p.m., 1221 Kapiolani Blvd. For parents who are divorced or separating to learn how to reduce conflict, improve communication and maintain healthy relationships between themselves and their children. Cost (includes materials): $200. Call 861-0581.
Asian lion dance exercise class: 9 to 11 a.m. every Saturday, Town Center of Mililani. Free. Call 625-0108 or visit www.towncenterofmililani.com.
Bungie the Clown show: 10:30 to 11 a.m. every Tuesday and second Saturday, Waianae Mall, 86-260 Farrington Highway, with face painting, balloons and arts and crafts. Free. Call 696-2690 or visit www.facebook.com/waianaemall.
The Honolulu Boy Choir open auditions: Auditions at Central Union Church, 1660 S. Beretania St., for boys ages 7 to 12; no prior musical experience required, but must be able to match pitch. Free membership and no tuition. For appointments, call 596-7464. Visit www.honoluluboychoir.org.
Hawaii State Ballet: "Continuing Ballet Basics" classes for adults, teens and children ages 10 and older, 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays and 3:30 p.m. Thursdays. For costs, call 947-2755 or email info@hawaiistateballet.com.
"Afterschool at the Aquarium": 3 p.m. Wednesdays, Waikiki Aquarium. Fun 10- to 20-minute activities (stories, critter encounters and creative movement sessions) for ages 4 to 8. Free with paid admission. Registration required. Call 440-9011 or email reservations@waquarium.org.
Pet adoptions and foster care: Call the Hawaiian Humane Society at 946-2187 or visit www.hawaiianhumane.org.
» "Put the ‘WE’ in WEdnesday!": Enjoy half-price adoptions on all animals every Wednesday.
» Seniors over age 60 can adopt a dog or cat (age 6 or older) for free.
» Temporary foster-care families needed to care for animals. Food, medical treatment and basic supplies included. Call 356-2217.
Keiki music classes: Offerings in music basics, piano, voice, guitar, trumpet, saxophone, violin/viola and low brass at Keiki Kani Music Studio in Aiea. Call 487-2275 or visit www.keikikani.com.
"New Mothers Hui": 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Castle Medical Center. Support group led by an internationally certified lactation consultant/perinatal registered nurse. Walk-ins welcome. Free. Call 263-5400 or visit www.castlemed.org.
Family catch-and-release fishing: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays at Hoomaluhia Botanical Garden. Bring rain gear, barbless hooks and fishing gear. Free. Call 233-7323.
Family workout: 10 to 10:45 a.m. Sundays at 1259 S. Beretania St., Suite 20. Free fitness program for parents and children ages 3 and older. Visit www.smartkarate.com.
"Afternoon Art Adventures": Program offers Tuesday and Wednesday classes from 3 to 4 p.m. at Waikiki Community Center. College-certified art instructor Andree Paradis teaches art "fun"-damentals in an open studio environment using various art materials. For ages 8 and older. Cost: $10, includes all materials. Call 754-3773.
Pet loss support group: 6 to 7 p.m. first Tuesday monthly, Hawaiian Humane Society. Call 356-2217.
Taiko (Japanese drumming) classes: Four- and seven-week sessions offered year-round for all ages and skill levels, including a Taiko Tots class for ages 2 and 3, and Family Taiko for keiki ages 4 to 11 with an adult. Fees vary. Visit http://goo.gl/e8aFX.