Libraries, File Management, iTunes 11 and Windows 8

I am using WIndows 8 and iTunes 11.  I have about 28 Gb of music files that I would like to separate into about 4 libraries.  The real issue is when I create smart lists, I am always having to remember to remove Christmas music from my selection.  I also have some music that I only listen to when my kids and grandkid are around.  I know how to switch between libraries but I don't know how to move files between libraries.  Many of the files I want to move are by the same artists that I want to keep.  I thought I had it figured out.  I duplicated the music library and made a Christmas library and then deleted everything that was not a Christmas song.  I then switched back to my music library and there are not songs there.  Help!  My intent is to do this two more times -- one for my grandkids music and one for the hard rock that my kids enjoy. 
Any assitance would be appreciated.
Thanks,
pcaskie

This article may help
http://ipod.about.com/od/advanceditunesuse/ss/Multiple-Itunes-Libraries-One-Comp uter.htm

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