Teen Events in October

Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down Program: Liliha Public Library wants you to voice your opinion! Was Stephanie Meyer's Twilight the best book you've ever read? Was The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins the most thrilling book to come out in years? Or is there some other new book that's come out that you think people should read? If you're a teenager, find Miss Linda and ask her for a review card. Write a short review and we'll post it up for the world to see. You just might get something sweet for your contribution too :) This program will run throughout the whole month of October at Liliha Public Library, and is open to teens in grades 7 - 12.

Storyteller Alton Chung: Alton Chung grew up with the stories, superstitions, and magic of Hawaii. This combined with his Japanese and Korean roots, gives him a unique perspective to tell cultural tales and personal stories with a deep sense of reverence and authenticity. Not only does he breathe life into traditional Asian folktales with sensitivity and deep connection, but he can also touch into the fire of ancient Hawaiian legends and tell them with passion and respect. Alton also enjoys telling true stories of the Japanese-Americans during WWII, but his true passion is telling ghost stories. He now resides in Washington State and is very excited to return to the islands to share his stories. Alton Chung is scheduled to perform on Oct. 13 at 3pm at Liliha Public Library. Recommended for ages 12 and older.

The award-winning McKinley High School Robotics Team: Team Kika Mana #368, will present a special robotics demonstration at Liliha Public Library on Tuesday, October 20 at 6 p.m.? in the Meeting Room.
Team Kika Mana #368 has won several national robotics competition awards (combining with two other teams) including most recently the 2008 FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Regional Champion in Portland, Oregon; 2008 FIRST Curie Division Finalist in Atlanta, Georgia; and 2007 FIRST Regional Finalist in San Diego, California.
In addition, Team Kika Mana #368 has won many awards for state robotics competition in Honolulu, including the 2008 FIRST Regional Champion (with two other teams), 2008 VEX Oahu Tournament Champion, and 2008 VEX Oahu Robot Skills Champion.
Team members will introduce and conduct a demonstration featuring their FIRST and VEX robots. Volunteers from the audience will be invited to operate the VEX robots for a unique hands-on experience.
The free, one-hour program is suitable for ages 12 and older. Contact the library as soon as possible if a sign language interpreter or other special accommodation is needed.
Liliha Public Library is located at 1515 Liliha Street. For more information, please call the Library at 587-7577.

Are you a teen who is interested in manga or anime?
Liliha Public Library will offer “Teen Cosplay & Anime Movie,” a free event on Saturday, October 10 from 1:30 p.m.-3 p.m. in the Meeting Room.
“Cosplay,” an acronym for “costume play,” is a popular social gathering where individuals attend wearing costumes of a manga or anime character.
Young adults ages 12 and older are invited to come to this event dressed in costume of their favorite manga or anime character. There will be a costume contest with prizes awarded for the best male and female costumes.
In addition, a new anime movie will be shown, and snacks will be served while supplies last.
Registration is not required for this event. Contact the Library as soon as possible if a sign language interpreter or other special accommodation is needed.
Liliha Public Library is located at 1515 Liliha Street. For more information, please call the Library at 587-7577.