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DisneyHand Storytelling Sessions show kids the joys of reading
HONG KONG (July 20, 2004) - Over 15 children gathered today to kick off a special summer program - DisneyHand Storytelling Sessions.
In a relaxed and fun environment, a group of children aged 4 to 6 was treated to an interactive and entertaining storytelling session, hosted by Don Robinson, Group Managing Director of Hong Kong Disneyland. The children were exceptionally thrilled when they saw the special friend of Hong Kong Disneyland, Winnie the Pooh, appearing in front of them and danced with the group.
"Over the years, Disney magic has captured the hearts and imaginations of millions of people around the world," Robinson said. "Its success has stemmed from Disney's unrivalled skill as a master storyteller. DisneyHand Storytelling Sessions follow in the same fine tradition. This program will share the magic of Disney in a way that will entertain children."
DisneyHand Storytelling Sessions, which aim to promote good reading habits among children in Hong Kong, have been jointly organized by the Hong Kong Public Libraries of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, Hong Kong Disneyland and DisneyHand, the worldwide outreach program for The Walt Disney Company. This is the third year that the program has run in Hong Kong.
In each DisneyHand Storytelling Session, Disney VoluntEARS, Disney cast members who dedicate their free time to support the community, retell classic stories populated with Disney's beloved characters to children aged 4-6 and lead them in songs and interactive games that teach them the pleasures of reading and the new worlds it can open up.
This summer, a total of 10 sessions will be held in 5 public libraries every Saturday, beginning July 31. Free admission tickets will be distributed on a first-come-first-serve basis in the host libraries two weeks before their sessions.
The storytelling sessions are scheduled as follows:
| Date |
Time |
Venue |
Quota |
Enquiries |
| 31 July Sat |
First Session:
2:30pm - 3:15pm
Second Session:
3:30pm - 4:15pm |
Tuen Mun Public Library |
Each Session:
25 Children |
2405 0671 |
| 7 Aug Sat |
Shatin Public Library |
2694 3788 |
| 14 Aug Sat |
San Po Kong Public Library |
2927 6107 |
| 21 Aug Sat |
City Hall Public Library |
2921 2555 |
| 28 Aug Sat |
Tsing Yi Public Library |
2497 2904 |
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About Hong Kong Disneyland
The Hong Kong Disneyland project was announced in November 1999 as a venture between The Walt Disney Company and the Hong Kong SAR Government. With the completion of reclamation for Hong Kong Disneyland Phase I by the Hong Kong SAR Government, Disney began construction in January 2003 with the project scheduled to open in late 2005/ early 2006. The opening day program for Hong Kong Disneyland will include a Disneyland-style theme park and two hotels. The Phase I build-out includes a projected 10 million annual visitor Disneyland-style theme park, 2,100 hotel rooms, and an area for retail, dining and entertainment. The project is estimated to create 18,000 new jobs at opening (both Disney and other employment) growing to 36,000 once the first park reaches build-out. The Hong Kong SAR Government estimated that the first phase of the project will generate a present economic value of HK$148 billion (US$19 billion) in benefits to Hong Kong over a 40-year period.
About DisneyHand
DisneyHand, the worldwide outreach program for The Walt Disney Company, is dedicated to making the dreams of families and children a reality through focused public service initiatives, community outreach and volunteerism in areas such as learning, compassion, the arts and the environment. For more information on Disney's corporate public service efforts, please visit our Web site at www.disneyhand.com.
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