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Hanafuda Na Pua Hawaii

Time: 
Saturday, October 1, 2016 - 10:30am - 12:00pm
Location: 
Meeting Room

Please join us to learn to play a Hawaiian version of Hanafuda, an ancient Japanese matching game using cards! Hanafuda is suitable for all ages and perfect for bringing generations a little closer together. Author Helen Nakano and her group of sensei will share stories and instructions for this entertaining game. After the program, Hanafuda sets featuring native Hawaiian plants, birds, and ocean life will be available for purchase.

Paying For College Without Going Broke

Time: 
Tuesday, August 9, 2016 - 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Financial educators Nelson Secretario and Manuel Fabriquer will present a workshop for parents of freshman, sophomore, and junior high school students who are planning on attending four-year colleges or universities, on how to avoid common mistakes and obtain financial aid.

Please call 1-800-581-8945 to reserve a seat and a set of handouts.

DIY Tote Bag Craft Program

Time: 
Saturday, August 6, 2016 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Make your own reusable tote bag from a spare t-shirt in this free make-and-take class led by volunteers from TeenLink Hawaii! All craft materials will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring their own t-shirts if they prefer. Recommended for teens (age 11+) and adults.

To reserve a spot, sign up at the Reference Desk or call 377-2456 during library hours.

Jazz with Dean Taba

Time: 
Friday, June 17, 2016 - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: 
Children's Area

Have a jazzy afternoon at Aina Haina! Musician Dean Taba will present a selection of songs from the greats througout the age of jazz presented in a jazz duo format. Dean is a highly regarded studio and freelance musician who began his musical studies on the piano at the age of 6 and played French horn in the Hawaii Youth Symphony. It was a desire to play in the high school jazz band that introduced him to the bass and improvised music. After extensive studies at the Berklee College of Music in Boston and a refinement of his skills on both the acoustic and electric bass, Dean relocated in 1984 to Los Angeles to become one of its most in-demand musicians.

Paying For College Without Going Broke

Time: 
Saturday, May 21, 2016 - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: 
Meeting Room

Financial educator Nelson Secretario will present a workshop for parents of freshman, sophomore, and junior high school students who are planning on attending four-year colleges or universities, on how to avoid common mistakes and obtain financial aid.

Please call 1-800-955-6295 or 808-543-1101 to reserve a seat and a set of handouts.

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