Donate stuffed toys to help abused kids

Now in its 13th year, the annual Teddy Bear Round-Up and Family Resource Fair takes place tomorrow with a variety of free activities for local families. Hosted by Prevent Child Abuse Hawaii, the event will also serve as a collection point for thousands of stuffed animals; more than 5,000 are expected to be donated throughout the day tomorrow.

“;The stuffed animals that are collected will be shared with children who have suffered from child abuse,”; said event chairperson Elsie Foster. “;Our profound wish is that one day there is no need for a Teddy Bear Round-Up because there will be no abused children.”;

» Where: Pearlridge Center, Uptown Center Court
» When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. tomorrow
» Cost: Free
» Info: 951-0200 or www.preventchildabusehawaii.org

Check out students' robotic creations

If you missed last month's Robofest 2010 at Pearlridge, the Children's Discovery Center will offer one more opportunity to check out the efforts of local intermediate and high school students.

From 10 a.m. to noon Sunday, students will be on hand with their projects, which are based on the environmental theme “;The Global Ahupuaa.”; Along with demonstrating how their robots work, the students will also showcase their skills in team research and communication.

Regular HCDC admission applies; all other exhibits will be open until 3 p.m. Free parking is available at Kakaako Waterfront Park.

» Where: The Children's Discovery Center, 111 Ohe St.
» When: 10 a.m. to noon Sunday
» Cost: $10 general admission; $8 for those with Hawaii ID; $6 for military; free for HCDC members and children under 1 year old
» Info: 524-5437 or www.discoverycenterhawaii.org

Coming up

» HIFF Spring Showcase, April 16 through 22 at Dole Cannery
» ' Iolani School Fair, April 16 and 17 at 'Iolani School
» Katchafire, April 17 at the Waikiki Shell
» Sammy Hagar and the Wabos, April 17 at Pipeline Cafe
» Bruno Mars, April 23 at LEVEL4 Nightclub
» Kokua Festival, April 23 and 24 at the Waikiki Shell
» Xzibit (pictured), April 23 at Pipeline Cafe
» Waikiki Spam Jam, April 24 along Kalakaua Ave.