Author shares tales about geckos, wind
“Get Up & Go,” a fun tale by Iris Ebia (AuthorHouse, $9.11) follows the adventures of four geckos named Red, Green, Blue and Purple as they mature from hatchlings to young adults.
Each colorful gecko learns about trust, encouragement and responsibility, as he or she grows independent under the vigilant gazes of their parents, Yellow and Brown.
Ebia will be debuting “Get Up & Go” and her other children’s book, “When the Wind Blows … What is That Noise?” (AuthorHouse, $8.88) at Alu Like’s fourth annual Literacy Fair, a festival to honor Kamehameha III and his vision of literacy for all people, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 12 at 555 South St. A performance by Halau Hula ‘O Nawahine will transform “When the Wind Blows … What is That Noise?,” a whimsical tale about fairies dancing and singing to create the noise of the howling wind, into a mele. Ebia will sign books from 1 to 2 p.m. after the performance.
Ebia says her writing was inspired by the islands, with “When the Wind Blows … What is That Noise?” based on the tradewinds and “Get Up & Go” springing from the ohana style of growing up.
Books are available at www.authorEbia.com; www.amazon.com; barnesandnoble.com; and www.authorhouse.com; prices vary.
Get crafty with your keiki at Home Depot
Home Depot’s kids workshops give youngsters an introduction to basic shop skills while working with their parents. The classes are on the first Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to noon at all three Home Depot locations on Oahu.
Today’s craft is building and painting a picture frame for Veterans Day. Next month kids can make a snowman napkin holder.
Children get to keep their project and receive a workshop apron, commemorative pin and certificate.
“It’s a bonding time to do a project together,” said Dee Camber, children’s captain at the Kapolei Home Depot. Home Depot stores are at 421 Alakawa St. in Honolulu; 1021 Kamehameha Highway in Pearl City; and 4600 Kapolei Parkway. Visit www.homeimproverclub.com.
Fair offers fun, eco-friendly environment
Hanahauoli School’s annual children’s fair Nov. 12 will offer family fun and gourmet fair fare.
This year’s fair, with the theme “Mauka to Makai … Sharing Aloha,” will include a 30-foot climbing wall, Waiola Shave Ice and food from D.K. Kodama of Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar.
Also look for the fair’s popular country store, pony rides, face painting, nail painting, feather extensions, keiki crafts and kid-friendly games.
In an effort to be eco-conscious, fair organizers will offer chilled drinking water coolers throughout the fairgrounds instead of bottled water. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own reusable water bottles.
The fair takes place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Hanahauoli School, 1922 Makiki St.
Admission is free, and free parking is available at Roosevelt High School, with a courtesy shuttle to the school. Call 949-6461 or visit www.hanahauoli.org/hui/childrens-fair.
Good grades have never tasted better
Get at least three A’s on your report card and get a free sundae at Farrell’s Ice Cream at Pearlridge Center.
It’s all part of Farrell’s Hawaii’s “A’s for Ice Cream Program,” which aims to reward students for their academic achievements.
Students who bring a report card with three or more A’s to Farrell’s will receive a free clown sundae. Students who attend schools without a letter grade system can also get free sundaes if they have the equivalent achievement, such as the public schools’ “Meets with Excellence” designation,on their report cards.
Call the ice cream parlor at 488-9339 or visit www.farrellshawaii.com
Kids bring ‘Aladdin’ to life
Engage youngsters in the enchanting Arabian tale of magical carpets and genies at Punahou Theatre Middle School’s stage production of “Disney’s Aladdin Jr.” at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 18 and 19 at Dillingham Hall on the school campus.
Students in grades 6 through 8 are pnresenting the musical based on the 1992 Disney film about street urchin Aladdin and his quest to win Princess Jasmine’s heart.
With the help of a wisecracking genie and magic carpet, Aladdin outwits the evil Jafar and true love prevails.
The show features memorable Alan Menken tunes such as “One Jump Ahead,” “Friend Like Me” and “A Whole New World.”
Tickets are $10 for adults; $5 for students and seniors 65 years and older. Tickets may be purchased from the Sullivan Administration Building Box Office on the school’s campus from 3 to 6 p.m. Nov. 9, 10, 16 and 17. Tickets will also be available at the box office one hour before each performance. Call 943-3295.
