KIHEI — Hawaii’s public libraries are places for new beginnings. Whether you are applying for your first library card, learning new computer skills or planning a trip, the public library is the place where your story begins.

National Library Week is April 10-16, 2011; join Hawaii’s public libraries and librarians to “Create your own story @ your library,” this year’s theme chosen by the American Library Association.

As part of the celebration, John Keawe’s “A Tribute to Slack Key” will be presented Thursday, April 12, at 6:30 p.m. at Kihei Public Library.

“The Slack Key Artistry of Jeff Peterson” will be presented on Wednesday, April 20, at 6:30 p.m. at Makawao Public Library, and Thursday, April 21, at 6:30 p.m. at Wailuku Public Library.

Visit www.librarieshawaii.org for a complete listing of National Library Week 2011 programs or call your local library to find out what programs will be offered.