* MAY HAWAII FAMILY EVENTS CALENDAR 2010*

(Updated April 25, 2010)

*MAY CALENDAR OF EVENTS*

Barnes & Noble Kahala Mall - Tuesday Morning Story & Craft Time
Dates: Every Tuesday
Time: 11:00 AM
Description: Not only do kids get to listen to a great story, but they
also get to engage in a fun make-and-take craft project.
Cost: Free

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Bishop Museum's "The Sky Tonight"

When: On the first and third Fridays of each month from 8:00 p.m.

Tickets: $6 for adults, $4 for ages 4-12. Reservations recommended.

Admission is free for Bishop Museum members and members of the Hawaiian Astronomical Society. Bishop Museum members: please have your membership number ready when you call.

For Reservations: Call 847-8203.

Telescope viewing is offered after the program depending upon weather conditions that evening.

The Sky Tonight is hosted by Barry Peckham, the vice-president of the Hawaiian Astronomical Society.

Important note: Please arrive by 7:45 p.m. There is no late seating for this program, since the show is performed in an extremely dark room!

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Borders Ward Centre - Wednesday Morning Storytime
Dates: Every Wednesday
Time: 10:30 AM
Description: Sample a few selections from Borders' vast children's
books department at this weekly event.
Cost: Free

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Consolidated Theaters - Crybaby Matinee :: WARD STADIUM
Dates: Every Wednesday
Time: 11:30 AM
Description: Now you can enjoy seeing a movie with your little one in
a truly child-friendly atmosphere. Lowered lights and volume make for
discreet feedings and happy ears. There's even a diaper changing
table and a stroller valet available in the theater. Visit
http://www.consolidatedtheatres.com to see which movie will be showing
each week.
Cost: $7.50 for adults, free for children 5 and under.

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Dole Plantation - Pineapple Express
Dates: Daily
Time: Every half hour from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Description: Perfect for children who love Thomas the Tank Engine!
This 2 mile, 20 minute narrated train ride takes you through the
plantation's pineapple, mango, coffee, and cacao fields, and provides
a dose of Hawaii's agricultural history along with stunning views of
the North Shore.
Cost: $7.75 for adults, $5.75 for children (ages 4 though 12), general
admission. $7.00 for adults who are kama'aina or military. Children
under the age of 4 are free, with accompanying adult.

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First Friday Honolulu Art Walk
Saturday, November 6, 2009
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Description: Gallery Art Walk takes place in Downtown, where Art Galleries stay open until 9:00 pm, featuring Exhibits, Demonstrations, and Live Entertainment.
Cost: $7.75 for adults, $5.75 for children (ages 4 though 12), general
admission. $7.00 for adults who are kama'aina or military. Children
under the age of 4 are free, with accompanying adult.

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Honolulu Academy of Arts - Bank of Hawaii Sunday
Date: November 15, 2009 (Every 3rd Sunday)
Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Description: Come explore what the Academy has to offer with a
different themed event during the third Sunday of every month. Enjoy
live performances, scavenger hunts, and interactive projects, all in a
festive, family-friendly environment.
Cost: Free

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Honolulu Zoo - Dinner Safari

Join us for an evening of tours and delicious food as we explore the Zoo first at twilight and then with red-filter flashlights. The program begins at 6 pm and ends at 10 pm. The pre-dinner tour will give you a glimpse of the Zoo, followed by a more thorough look after dinner.

Dinner is buffet style and includes salad, fruit salad, rice, chicken, vegetarian pasta, pizza, and cookies. The evening concludes with camp fire time where we roast marshmallows, make S’mores, and have the chance to see and touch some animal skulls, skins, feathers and eggs. This program is geared to those who do not wish to Snooze at the Zoo, but are looking for a fun evening adventure instead. Dinner Safari is recommended for adults and families with children ages 4 and up.

Time: 6-10 p.m.
Cost: $40 per person ages 4 and up
Members: $35 per person ages 4 and up

RESERVATIONS REQIRED
For information please call: 971-7195
or email education@honzoosoc.org

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Honolulu Zoo - Twilight Tours
Dates: Every Friday and Saturday night
Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM (check-in at 5:15 PM)
Description: Stroller-friendly guided tours for those who might not be
able to make it to the zoo during regular weekday hours. Enjoy the
smaller crowds and individualized attention that these nighttime
visits provide.
Cost: $14 per adult, $10 per child (ages 4 through 12), general
admission. $12 per adult, $8 per child (ages 4 through 12), Honolulu
Zoo members.\

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Waikiki Aquarium - Marine Munchies
Dates: Every Monday
Time: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Description: Marine lovers can observe the way that ocean critters
have adapted to eating in captivity and then get a chance to feed them
themselves at the Edge of the Reef Exhibit. Recommended for children
ages 5 and up. Must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations can be
made by calling 440-9011 or emailing reservations@waquarium.org.
Cost: $20 per adult, $15 per child, general admission. $16 per adult,
$12 per child, Waikiki Aquarium members.

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Waikiki Aquarium - Aquarium after Dark

Friday, May 14, 2010 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Discover if fish sleep, sea snails snooze or weedy seadragons doze on an after-dark flashlight tour of the Aquarium.

Find the sleeping spot for the rockmover wrasse. What color are yellow tangs at night? Minimum age 5 years; youngsters must be accompanied by an adult. $10/adult, $7/child ($14/10 for non-members). Don't forget your flashlight!

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Waikiki Aquarium - Seasons and the Sea

May 2, Sun
6:00-8:00 p.m.

As the sun sets into the crown of Pu'u o Kapolei, the beginning of the season of warmth, or kauwela, begins. Through chant, hula and mo'olelo, Halau Mele will interpret the meaning of this important event. The gathering will be in the park on the 'ewa side of the Aquarium. Bring a chair or a beach mat. Open to all ages. Free. Pre-registration not required.