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"Whales and Dolphins": Children ages 4-5 can team-up with their parent(s) for Sea Life Park's Keiki and Adult Explorations program. Participants will hear stories, make crafts and observe the huge mammals. Reservations are required. Call 259-6476.
Storytime: Visit with the lovable Clifford (the Big Red Dog), 11 a.m., Borders, Ward. Call 591-8995.
CONTESTS
Spelling bee: Children in grades 4-8 are welcome to register for the Hawaiian Spelling Bee 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Ward Warehouse Amphitheater. Contestants will be required to spell and define Hawaiian words. Winner will receive a computer for his or her class and a class party. Limited to 20 participants. Registration forms available at 545-1771 (Oahu) or (800) 852-7690 (outer islands).
CONTINUING
"Ocean Planet": What intriguing things are hiding in our oceans? Bishop Museum will unlock the ocean's secrets in an exhibit being held through Oct. 5. Admission: $6.95-$14.95. Call 847-3511.
Preschool storytime: Children 3-5 can listen to stories, 10:30-11 a.m. Thursdays through Dec. 18, Kaimuki Public Library. Call 733-8422.
Also 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays through Nov. 12, Aina Haina Public Library. Call 373-4898.
"Exploring My 5 Senses": Children 3-5 can enjoy Salt Lake/Moanalua Public Library's preschool storyhour, 10:30 a.m. Oct. 9-Nov. 6. Free. Call 831-6831.
Storytime at Borders, Waikele: Experienced readers share picture books, 10:30 a.m. every Tuesday and Saturday. Call 676-6699.
Tropical plant nature walk: 10 a.m. Saturdays and 1 p.m. Sundays at Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden. Free. Bring walking shoes, insect repellent and rain gear. Call 233-7323 for reservations.
Train rides: Enjoy a 90-minute ride through Ewa 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. Sundays with the Hawaiian Railway Society, 91-1001 Renton Road. Arrive a half hour before departure time. Costs $8 general, $5 seniors and children. Reservations: 681-5461.
