WEDNESDAY
Arts and crafts: Teens can create Native American projects, 2:30 p.m., Kalihi-Palama Public Library, Teen Loft. Supplies provided to first 12 teens. Call 832-3466.
Magic: Greg Hirashiki of Balloon Monsoon presents a magic show and balloon art with every child receiving a special balloon creation, 3 p.m., Aina Haina Public Library. Call 373-3888.
"The Five Chinese Brothers": Children's story comes to life in a "local" way, 6:30 p.m., Waipahu Public Library, Young Adult Room. Performance features members from the Society of Avid Readers club from Waipahu High School. Refreshments and door prizes will also be available. Call 675-0358.
American Girls Club: Make Thanksgiving centerpieces, 7 p.m., Barnes and Noble. Call 737-3323.
FRIDAY
Spend a night with a monk seal: Learn about these Hawaiian animals, 7 p.m.-8 a.m. Nov. 21-22, Waikiki Aquarium. Children must be 5 or older and accompanied by an adult. Cost: $12-$18 (includes an evening snack and continental breakfast). Mail-in registration required. Call 923-9741 for forms.
Storytime: Winnie-the-Pooh visits, 7 p.m. Nov. 21, and noon Nov. 22-23, Barnes and Noble. Call 737-3323.
SATURDAY
"Hawaii's Kids Against Crime": Victory Ohana presents a free concert featuring Kalapana, Mackey Feary and the "G" Band, a puppet show, dance and drama performances, crafts, games and ono food, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Bishop Museum. Call 833-7773 or 833-2383.
"Pickles for Pittsburgh": Children need to help distribute food to the people of Chewandswallow during this storytime, 11 a.m., Borders, Waikele. Members from the Hawaii Foodbank will be on hand to collect non-perishable food items. Those bringing donations will receive a "Pickles for Pittsburgh" placemat. Call 676-6699.
Picture time: Take a picture with Arthur the aardvark, 11 a.m., Borders, Ward. Call 591-8995.
Storytime: Enjoy a story, then make a Thanksgiving craft, 11 a.m., in the Children's Department at Borders, Ward. Call 591-8995.
"Snooze in the Zoo": Camp with the animals, 6 p.m.-9 a.m. Nov. 22-23, Honolulu Zoo. With campfire songs, walking tours, folktales, a snack and continental breakfast. Cost: $27, adults; $25, children. Reservations required. Call 971-7195.
SUNDAY
Hocus Pocus: Ronald McDonald will perform magic, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Borders, Ward. Call 591-8995.
CONTESTS
"Frogs are Fun": Honolulu Botanical Gardens is looking for three-dimensional frogs. One entry per person. Entries separated by age categories: 6 and under; 7-11; 12-17; 18-54; and 55 and over. Prizes will be awarded. For rules, call 233-7323. Entries due by 1 p.m. Nov. 29.
