[Saipan, CNMI] The Joeten-Kiyu Public Library is proud to announce the success of the Annual Community Trunk-or-Treat event, held on Friday, October 31, 2025. This cherished community tradition brings families together each Halloween, offering a fun and safe alternative to door-to-door trick-or-treating.
This year marked the highest participation in this event’s history, with an incredible 5,357 attendees joining in the festivities! Since 2012, the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library, the Friends of the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library, and our valued community partners have had the privilege of hosting this event to strengthen community bonds and provide a welcoming environment for families to enjoy.
Our Partners in Community Fun
Community Trunk-or-Treat is made possible through the generous support of: Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), American Library Association (ALA)’s Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities, Friends of the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library, Northern Marianas Library Association (NMLA), Pacific Advisory Services, Cardinal Healthcare Management Corp, Chong’s Corporation, CNMI DLNR Division of Parks & Recreation, Commonwealth Library Council, Department of Public Safety, Dr. Elizabeth Rechebei, IT&E, J.E.T. Holding Co., Joeten family, Kiyu family, M.S. Villagomez, Inc., Lollipops, Marianas Press, Marianas Variety, Marianas Visitors Authority, Blossoms Floral Depot/Novelties Shop, Jane Mack, Office of the Governor, Office of the Lt. Governor, Pacifica Insurance Underwriters, Inc., Representative BJ Attao, Representative Denita P. Kaipat Yangetmai, Representative Malcolm Omar, Representative Vincent Aldan, Representative Elias Rangamar, Saipan Mayor’s Office, PSS Co-Op Program, PSS Marianas High School JROTC, and PSS AmeriCorps volunteers.
Special Thanks to Our Trunkers
A heartfelt thank you to all our “trunkers,” whose creativity and dedication make this event a true community highlight:
Friends of the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library, IT&E, Marianas Pacific Dist. Inc. (MARPAC), U.S. Congresswoman Kimberlyn Kinds-Hinds, Senzoku Car Club, Saipan Centennial Lions (SCLC), 670 Babes Familian Association, Dial Rent-to-Own, Bookmobile, Technology Mobile Express, Herman’s Modern Bakery, Saipan Dynamic Lions Club & Saipan Cubs Alpha Leo Club, Office of Representative Denita P. Kaipat Yangetmai, Division of Youth Services – Juvenile Probation Office, Coca-Cola Beverage Micronesia, Marianas Key Club, and Joeten Motors.
Your continued support makes this event possible — thank you for helping us bring smiles to so many little ghouls and goblins!
The Joeten-Kiyu Public Library continues to develop innovative and enriching programs for the community. Explore our free resources and upcoming events on our website at www.cnmilib.org and social media platforms: like/follow JKPL’s Facebook page @joetenkiyupubliclibrary, Instagram @joetenkiyupubliclibrary, Tik Tok @jkpl670, Twitter @JoetenKiyu, and Youtube: joeten kiyu public library. The Joeten-Kiyu Public Library’s hours of operation are as follows: Open Tuesday to Thursday 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Friday 1:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Closed Sundays, Mondays, and Holidays.
HOW CAN YOU HELP ASSIST WITH OUR PROGRAMS?
We welcome and encourage businesses to please consider donating Educational Tax Credit. Pursuant to NMI Public Law 15-120, the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library is able to receive cash contributions under Educational Tax Credit (ETC). Please make checks payable to: CNMI Treasury. For MUNIS payments, to the Friends of the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library MUNIS Vendor ID#100404.
This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services LS-256853-OLS-24.
This project was made possible in part by the USDA Rural Development Community Facilities Grant. The Joeten-Kiyu Public Library is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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