Author: Shauna Ichinotsubo

We’re counting down to the Moanalua Elementary PTO Fun Fair on Friday, November 21 from 2 PM – 8 PM! Here’s what you need to know to make the day smooth and enjoyable:

Volunteers – You Make It Happen!

First off, thank you to all who signed up for a shift and for setting a great example for your kids that pitching in truly matters — we couldn’t do this without you! Your time and effort make a difference for everyone! If you’d like to join in, shift signups are still available.

• All volunteers: Check in at the MES Library 15 minutes before your shift.
• Sign up: https://bit.ly/FF25volunteers

Silent Auction – Register Now to Be Ready!

Don’t wait until the last minute — register today so you’re ready to start bidding when the auction opens at 2 PM!

• Register & Browse: https://galabid.com/mes2025
• Bidding Window: 2 PM – 7 PM
• Pick-up & Payment: MES Library by 8 PM
  All bidding is online — no in-person bids. Volunteers will be available at the library to assist with registration.

Wristbands & Scrips – Quick Access

• Pre-ordered scrips will be sent home on Nov 17 — check your child’s folder.
• Wristbands will be placed on students before school ends on Fun Fair day.
• Absentee pick-up: Room A5 during the event.

Plant & Bake Sale – Easy Drop-Off

If you’re donating plants or baked goods:

• Plant Sale Drop-off: Nov 20–21
• Bake Sale Drop-off: Nov 21
• Curbside Drop-off: MES Parking Lot, 7:15–7:55 AM

Fun Fair Map & Info – Plan Your Day and Night!

Want to know where the games, rides and food vendors are? Check out our Fun Fair map and details for all those updates.

• Map & Event Info: https://moanaluapto.org/mesfunfair
  You’ll find everything from inflatables and grade-level games to entertainment schedules and vendor locations.

Finally, a reminder that the MES parking lot is for staff/VIP only. Use surrounding streets or Moanalua Middle School after 4 PM. Please be considerate of neighbors’ driveways.

For More Information: Make sure to check your child’s folders on Take Home Tuesday for Fun Fair information. Also visit moanaluapto.org/mesfunfair and our social channels for all the latest updates and important deadlines.

Our much-anticipated MES Fun Fair on November 21  is just around the corner — and we need your help to make it full of amazing finds and delicious bites! There are several ways to donate and support this special event for our students and community. We’re once again offering convenient curbside dropoff of your donations in the MES Main Parking Lot. All dropoff times on the dates below are from 7:15 to 7:55 am.

Donate Goods
We’re collecting bottled water, canned soda, canned juice and snack-sized bags of chips to sell at the PTO Food Booth.
Curbside Drop-Off: November 3–14 (no drop-off on November 11)
Volunteer Shift Signup: Click here

Keiki Korner Donations
Keiki Korner is looking for new or gently-used toys and games, stuffed animals, children’s books, sporting goods, school and art supplies, backpacks or bags, and small household items.
Curbside Drop-Off: November 17–20

Plant Sale Donations
Donate a healthy potted plant — houseplant, veggie or herb starter, garden plant, succulent or air plant.
Curbside Drop-Off: November 20–21

Bake Sale Donations
Share your homemade or store-bought treats such as cakes, cookies, brownies, mochi, breads, party mix or pretzels! All items must be individually wrapped and labeled. No items needed refrigeration. MES is a peanut-free school so please refrain from using any peanut products.
Enter to Win: Plus, every donation is entered to win either a cone shell necklace, autographed book or grand prize for an ocean print. Click here for donation form.
Curbside Drop-Off: November 21

Every contribution — big or small — helps make our Fun Fair a memorable evening of fun, food and community spirit!

For More Information: Make sure to check your child’s folders on Take Home Tuesday for Fun Fair information. Also visit moanaluapto.org/mesfunfair and our social channels for all the latest updates and important deadlines.

Get ready for two awesome opportunities for our MES students to SHINE at the annual MES Fun Fair! If your child dreams of running their own business — or dazzling a crowd with music, magic or dance — this is their time!

Made by MES Keiki – Student Entrepreneur Booths
Does your child have a creative idea or homemade craft to sell? Encourage their entrepreneurial spirit! We’re inviting MES students to host their own booth and earn scrips (which can even be turned into cash, up to $100!).

• Only 18 booths available — first come, first served!
• Booth fee: $5 cash
• No food, drinks, or resale items — just homemade creations
• Guardian must be present
• Time slots: 4–4:30, 4:45–5:15, 5:30–6pm
  Sign up here to reserve your spot today!

MES Got Talent – Take the Stage!
Is your child a singer, dancer, musician, comedian or magician? Maybe a group of friends want to perform together? Share their unique talent on our MES stage!

• Open to ALL MES students — solo & group acts welcome
• Acts up to 3 minutes each
• Deadline to apply: October 24
• Auditions: November 5, 5–8pm
  Apply online at moanaluapto.org/mesfunfair or pick up an application at the front office.

Let’s encourage our young innovators and performers — we can’t wait to see MES students steal the spotlight and make this Fun Fair the best one yet!

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Fun Fair Volunteers: We’re still in need of a lot more manpower to put this fantastic event on. Plus, all MES parents/guardians who sign up by October 29 for at least one volunteer shift will be entered to win a VIP Parking Stall in the MES Main Parking Lot on Fun Fair night!
Questions: manpower@moanaluapto.org

Scrips & Wristbands Pre-Orders: A reminder all pre-orders must be in by November 3. Bonus scrips and discounted wristbands only available with pre-orders! Purchase at: www.moanaluapto.org/mesfunfair.

For More Information: Visit moanaluapto.org/mesfunfair and our social channels for all the latest updates and important deadlines.

The MES Fun Fair on November 21 is next month, and pre-orders are now open for scrips and wristbands! Lock in those bonus scrips and skip the lines by ordering early and saving big.

Fun Fair Scrips: Scrips are your ticket to most of the fair’s biggest activities: inflatables, rides, grade-level games and booths, Keiki Korner, Bake Sale, Plant Sale and the PTO, Leo Club and Cub Scout booths. Scrips cannot be used at food trucks, craft booths and the Silent Auction. Each scrip is worth $1, and bonus scrips are only available with pre-order bundles:

$2.00 in bonus scrip for purchases $60+
$5.00 in bonus scrip for purchases $100+
$15.00 in bonus scrip for purchases $200+

Fun Fair Wristbands: Wristbands are the ultimate convenience for kids who want unlimited access to all inflatables and rides. Pre-order your wristband for $40 ($45 at the door), and skip paying individual scrips for every attraction (between 4 and 7 scrips each). Wristbands let kids bounce and ride as much as they want, freeing up your scrips for games and snacks.

Pre-Orders: All t-shirt orders must be in by October 15. All scrip and wristband pre-orders must be in by November 3. Head to www.moanaluapto.org/mesfunfair to purchase today.

Fun Fair VIP Parking: Looking to avoid the hassle of finding limited street parking on Fun Fair night? We have 10 stalls in the main MES Parking Lot available for purchase. You can now bid on a stall with bids starting at $100. All proceeds will go toward funding MES student activities and programs.
To Submit a Bid: Click here
Deadline to Receive Payment: October 26
Questions: silentauction@moanaluapto.org

Fun Fair Meeting: Still want to help out and get first dibs on Fun Fair information? Join us for our next MES PTO and Fun Fair meeting on October 16, from 5:30-7 PM in the MES Library.

For More Information: Make sure to check your child’s folders on Take Home Tuesday for Fun Fair information. Also visit moanaluapto.org/mesfunfair and our social channels for all the latest updates and important deadlines.

The MES Fun Fair is our biggest event of the year, and we can’t pull it off without YOU! Whether you love games, helping behind the scenes or just want to be part of the action and community fun, there’s no better time to step up and join the team. Your time and energy make all the difference in creating unforgettable memories for our kids — and volunteering lets you build connections with other families along the way!

BONUS: All MES parents/guardians who sign up by October 29 for at least one shift will be entered to win a VIP Parking Stall in the MES Main Parking Lot on Fun Fair night!

Volunteer shifts are available the day before the event, throughout the day on Fun Fair and for post-event cleanup.

To Sign Up for a Shift: Click here
Deadline to Sign Up: October 29
Questions: manpower@moanaluapto.org

Fun Fair T-Shirts: Friendly reminder that the deadline to pre-order the 2025 Fun Fair T-shirts is October 15. Shirts will not be available for sale at the Fun Fair. Each year the design changes, so you’ll want to be sure to grab yours. Plus, you can wear them on Moanalua Mondays as a bonus!

For More Information: Visit moanaluapto.org/mesfunfair and our social channels for all the latest updates and important deadlines.