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August 1-9, 2008

Friday, August 1

First Fridays Chinatown - Chinatown and downtown galleries, museums and studios are open to the public. Enjoy live music, street entertainment, open cafes and bistros, and antique stores. A free gallery walking map is available at all participating sites. 5-9 pm. Chinatown, Downtown Honolulu. 521-2903.

Live from the Lawn & Lanai – Families can enjoy a different musical, theatrical and/or dramatic performance the first Friday of each month. Free. 5-9 pm. Hawaii State Art Museum. 586-0307.

The Sky Tonight – Explore the Hawaiian skies at night in this hour-long session, including rooftop viewing and the observatory’s telescope. $ 8 pm. J. Watumull Planetarium, Bishop Museum. 847-8203 or 848-4168.

Saturday, August 2

Relive the Plantation Days - A living history museum dedicated to the legacy of immigrant workers from the sugar plantation era. Each month features activities and demonstrations of a different ethnic heritage group. $ 10 am – 2 pm. Hawaii's Plantation Village. 677-0110.

Saturday Storytime – Children ages 3 and older will gather for a story, followed by a craft activity. Free. 10 am. Kapolei Public Library. 693-7050.

Saturday Storytime – Librarians will read stories, teach rhymes and lead sing-alongs for babies and toddlers accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Free. 10:30-11 am. Hawaii State Library. 586-3510.

Music Time – Keiki and their parents can explore the wonderful world of music together. Free. 3 pm. Keiki Kani Music Studio (behind Dixie Grill). 487-2275.

Snooze in the Zoo – Ever wondered what your favorite zoo animals do at night? Find out when you spend the night at the zoo. Pizza, a campfire with s’mores and breakfast provided. $ 5:30 pm – 9 am. Honolulu Zoo. 971-7195.

Twilight Tour – See the zoo and all its residents at night. $ 5:30-7:30 pm. Honolulu Zoo. 971-7195.

Obon Dance & Festival – This Japanese tradition is not only a social and cultural event, but also a religious custom designated to honor ancestors through dance, music and merry making. 7:30 pm. Waialua Hongwanji Mission. 625-0925.

Sunday, August 3

Free Kama’aina Day – Visit Iolani Palace and view the last residence of the king and queens who ruled Hawaii as a kingdom. Admission is complimentary with Hawaii state ID or drivers license. 9 am – 2 pm. Iolani Palace. 522-0832.

Na Mele Nei First Sunday Concert – Mahealani, Hanale & Trax joins Na Mele Nei Backyard Gang for an afternoon of Hawaiian music and hula. Free. 1 pm. Ward Warehouse Amphitheatre. 596-8885.

Monday, August 4

Honolulu Zoo Strollers – Tots can color an animal mask, enjoy snacktime, touch eggs, feathers and even meet an animal. 10-11:30 am. Honolulu Zoo. 926-3191.

Toddler Storytime – Children ages 3 and older will gather for a story, followed by a craft activity. Free. 10 am. Kapolei Public Library. 693-7050.

Toddler Time Storytime – Librarians will read stories, teach rhymes and lead sing-alongs for babies and toddlers accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Free. 10-10:30 am. Hawaii State Library. 586-3510.

Keiki Monday – Children of all ages will enjoy a visit with a clown or a special storytime. Free. 10:30 am. Town Center of Mililani. 625-0108

Marine Munchies – Discover what the animals eat and how they catch their meals in this exclusive after-hours feeding. $ 4:15-6 pm. Waikiki Aquarium. 923-9741.

Exploring the Reef at Night – Wade into the ocean and learn about marine night life, reef walk safety and reef conservation. $ 6:30-9 pm. Waikiki Aquarium. 923-9741.

Tuesday, August 5

Preschool Storytime – Picture book read aloud, songs, fingerplays and art activities for infants and toddlers to 4 years old. Free. 9 am & 10:30 am. Kalihi-Palama Public Library. 832-3466.

Toddler Storytime – Books, fingerplays, matching games and songs will entice 2- and 3-year-olds. Free. 10 am. McCully-Moiliili Public Library. 973-1099.

Keiki Storytime – Preschoolers will enjoy hearing their favorite stories come to life. Free. 10:15 am. Kaneohe Public Library. 233-5676.

Keiki Storytime – Little ones can use their imagination as they have favorite stories read-aloud. Free. 10:30 am. Borders Books – Waikele. 676-6699.

Keiki Tuesdays – Each week offers a different entertaining activity for Hawaii’s keiki. Free. 10:30 am. Pearlridge Center. 488-0981.

Preschool Storytime – Read-alouds, sing-alongs and simple crafts for 3-5 year-olds. Free. 10:30 am. Mililani Public Library. 627-7470.

Craft & Storytime – Children of all ages can participate in a craft project accompanied by story time. Free. 11 am. Barnes & Noble Kahala Mall. 737-3323.

Adoption Information Session – This free program is designed to provide an introduction of available adoption programs. 5:30-7 pm. Hawaii International Child. 589-2367.

Wednesday, August 6

Keiki Storytime – Children ages 2 to 5 will enjoy stories, sing-alongs, finger plays and crafter in this 30-minute program. Free. 10:30 am. Kailua Public Library. 266-9911.

Preschool Storytime – Keiki ages 2 to 5 will enjoy stories, sing-alongs, finger plays and crafts. Free. 10:30 am. Hawaii Kai Public Library. 397-5833.

Youth Speaks Hawaii – A free slam poetry writing and performance workshop for teens. Free. 4-5:30 pm. The ARTS at Marks Garage. 521-2903.

Starbucks Wildest Show in Town – Roy Sakuma emcees this evening of music featuring a performance by Holunape and a ukulele giveaway. $ 6-7 pm. Honolulu Zoo. 971-7171.

Thursday, August 7

Toddler Storytime – Children ages 3 and older will gather for a story, followed by a craft activity. Free. 10 am. Kapolei Public Library. 693-7050.

Ke Kani O Ke Kai Summer Concert – Willie K performs. $ 7 pm. Waikiki Aquarium. 440-9015.

Honolulu Family Festival – Honolulu celebrates families with two fun-filled weekends of food, entertainment, rides and more. Free. Magic Island, Ala Moana Beach Park. www.honolulufamilyfestival.com. 924-1907 or 275-3014.

Friday, August 8

Read to a Dog – Children in grades 1-3 who can read but need encouragement can sign up to read to a real, live dog for 20 minutes. Registration requested for a time slot. Free. Kailua Public Library. 266-9911.

Star Gazing at the Zoo – Take an evening tour of the zoo while exploring the night sky above Hawaii with UH’s Institute of Astronomy. $ 6:30-9 pm. Honolulu Zoo. 971-7195.

Henry V – The Hawaii Shakespeare Festival presents this classic historic tale. $ 7:30 pm. The ARTS at Marks Garage. www.HawaiiShakes.org.

Saturday, August 9

Pahole Natural Area Reserve Hike – Learn about many rare species of planes as you take a four-mile hike in the Wai’anae Mountains. It’s a moderate-level climb, designed for teens and adults. $ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm. Hawaii Nature Center. 955-0100.

Free Family Saturday – Fun activities for all ages. Go on a treasure hunt, visit the exhibits, enjoy the interactive area with puzzles and a matching game. Free. 10 am – 4 pm. Hawaii State Art Museum. 586-0900.

Na Hula Festival – The City and County of Honolulu presents Hawaii’s longest-running annual noncompetitive hula event, featuring events for people of all ages. Free. 10 am – 3 pm. Queen Kapiolani Regional Park. 768-3041.

Saturday Storytime – Children ages 3 and older will gather for a story, followed by a craft activity. Free. 10 am. Kapolei Public Library. 693-7050.

Saturday Storytime – Librarians will read stories, teach rhymes and lead sing-alongs for babies and toddlers accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Free. 10:30-11 am. Hawaii State Library. 586-3510.

Twilight Tour – See the zoo and all its residents at night. $ 5:30-7:30 pm. Honolulu Zoo. 971-7195.

Henry V – The Hawaii Shakespeare Festival presents this classic historic tale. $ 7:30 pm. The ARTS at Marks Garage. www.HawaiiShakes.org.

On the Spot – The Outrageous Improv Comedy troupe takes cues from the audience and improvises scenes incorporating a vast array of silly, spontaneous things. $ 8 pm. The ARTS at Marks Garage. 521-2903.