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It’s time…it’s time…it’s Book End Time! Welcome to this week’s Book End, highlighting the week’s literary and library events here in Hawaii.

Last Chance: The Big Book Sale

This weekend is your last chance to clean up on cheap books at the Annual Friends of the Library of Hawaii Book Sale McKinley High School.  The sale will continue on Friday as per the rest of the weekdays.  Saturday will be 1/2 off day, where every book will be priced at half off the marked sales price.  Sunday, while only a few hours long, is the big clearance where every book will be only 50 cents!  For more info visit friendsofthelibraryofhawaii.org.  Check out our photos from Day 1!

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• 64th Annual Friends of the Library of Hawaii Book Sale – The 64th Annual Book Sale, a.k.a. the McKinley Book Sale takes place from June 18 – 26, 2011.  This is by far the largest used book sale in the State and has become a well-attended and traditional event by and for Hawai‘i residents and mainland visitors alike.  McKinley High School Cafeteria (1039 S. King Street – entrance on Pensacola Street between King St. & Kapiolani Blvd.); 11:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. For more information click here.

• Kid’s Craft – If you’re on the Big Island, come down to the library for Kid’s Craft, a part of the 2011 Summer Reading Program.  Today, keiki will be making a Brown Bag Note Card.  This program is suitable for ages 6 and up.  Kealakekua Public Library (Mamalahoa Highway) ; 2:30 P.M.

• BYO-Crafts (Bring Your Own Crafts) – Bring your own supplies, materials, tools, snack-to-share, dinner and beverages (no refrigerator or microwave oven will be available).  Crafts include any arts and crafts such as paper, plastic, textile, or metal.  Free table space will be provided for up to two persons per table.  Four tables will have access to electrical outlets for using tools or equipment such as hot glue, heat guns, Cricut R, lamps, or sewing machines.  No selling or solicitation will be allowed.  Registration is requested as participation is limited to 20 crafters; 10 tables are available.  To reserve a table, sign up at the Information Desk or call the Library during normal public service hours.  Kalihi-Palama Public Library, Auditorium; 5:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. For more information or to reserve a table, please call the Library at 832-3466.

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• 64th Annual Friends of the Library of Hawaii Book Sale – The 64th Annual Book Sale, a.k.a. the McKinley Book Sale takes place from June 18 – 26, 2011.  This is by far the largest used book sale in the State and has become a well-attended and traditional event by and for Hawai‘i residents and mainland visitors alike.  Saturday is HALF OFF DAY, meaning every book for sale is 50% OFF the marked price.  Food and refreshments are available in the form of food trucks:  The Cafe Truck, Shogunai Tacos and Simply Ono will be present.  McKinley High School Cafeteria (1039 S. King Street – entrance on Pensacola Street between King St. & Kapiolani Blvd.); 9:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. For more information click here.

• Chinese language book sale – The Friends of Liliha Public Library will conduct a Book Sale of Chinese language materials at the Library.  For more info please call 587-7577.  Questions can also be answered in Cantonese and Mandarin Chinese.  Liliha Public Library, Meeting Room; 9:00 A.M. to NOON.

• Mission Houses Museum – Come and learn about the Mission Houses’ Museum event Fourth of July: Pa’ina in the early 1800s. See the old fashioned tabletop games they will bring for display.  This is part of a Bookfair for the museum—mention them at the register and partial proceeds from most purchases you make will benefit the Mission Houses Museum.  Barnes & Noble Ala Moana Center (1450 Ala Moana Blvd. Suite 1272); 9:00 A.M. For more info, click here.

• The Hawaii Book of Rice book event – In addition to a talk-story session with author Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi, Hawaii’s Plantation Village volunteers will be preparing an ‘ono-licous tasting menu of recipes from The Hawaii Book of Rice.  Call (808) 677-0110 for more info.

• Chi Kung Stress Management – Introduction to the basics of Chi Kung as it applies to stress and flexibility with easy-to-memorize movements. Free. Kailua Public Library (239 Kuulei Rd); 10:30 A.M.For more info call the library at 266-9911.

• “Get Ready” Emergency Preparedness Workshop – June is the start of hurricane season. Tsunamis could strike at any time, and even a regular thunderstorm could knock out power and cause flooding. Make sure your family, neighborhood and community are ready for emergencies and disasters of all types. This 45-minute workshop covers key information specific to Kapolei residents, when and where to evacuate, and clears up the difference between hurricane and tsunami shelters. Learn about the best resources available from the city, state, and federal government. Kapolei Public Library; 10:30 A.M. For more information, call 693-7050.

• Irish Folk Tales – Niall de Burca is renowned for his unique storytelling style that showcases a remarkable range of tales told with great charm, judgment and superb timing.  A native of the West of Ireland, a land soaked in legend; de Burca will take listeners on an unforgettable journey through the landscape of ancient Ireland.  More dangerous than the pied piper, de Burca will cast a spell on young and old alike.  Aina Haina Public Library (5246 Kalanianaole Hwy.); 10:30 A.M. For more info call the library at 377-2456.  Later today he will also be at Aiea Public Library (99-143 Moanalua Rd.); 2:00 P.M. For more info, call Aiea Library at 483-7333.

• Stories from Around the World – Admission is free. David Del Rocco will share folktales from Hawaii and well as other far away lands such as Africa, Alaska, Italy, Laos, and the Philippines. Del Rocco’s tales are mostly humorous in nature and explain how different cultures view aspects of their world.  The 45-minute program is recommended for ages 5 and older.  All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.  Liliha Public Library (1515 Liliha St.); 10:30 A.M. For more info, call 587-7577.

• Children’s Storytime – Come to the book store for the weekly children’s story time.  This week the featured book is Hooray for Amanda and her Alligator! by Mo Willems.  Barnes & Noble Ala Moana (1450 Ala Moana Blvd.); 11:00 A.M.Click here for more info.

• Meet the Author-Illustrator: James Rumford – Rumford is an award-winning children’s book author-illustrator and Manoa artist.  Children ages 5 and older, accompanied by a parent or caregiver, are invited to meet Rumford who will share some of his children’s books such as “Rain Song” and “Silent Music.”  Hawaii State Library (478 South King Street); 11:00 A.M.For more information, please call the Library’s Edna Allyn Room for Children at 586-3510.

• The Magic of Arneleo – Arneleo the Magician aka Arnie Rabin will be performing at the library!  Delighting Kona audiences for the past 37 years, he was bitten by the “magic bug” at age 5, when he was given a magic kit as a present. The serious study of the art began when he needed an illusion to be part of a theatre production. He then realized that a magic act was the media that utilized all he had ever learned in performance and visual arts.  All ages welcome.  Kealakekua Public Library (Mamalahoa Highway); 11:00 A.M.

• Makiki Community Library Used Book Sale – Come to this all-volunteer, community library for a used book sale on Saturday and Sunday!  Proceeds from this sale help to support the Makiki Community Library.  Makiki Community Library (1527 Keeaumoku St.); 12:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. For more information contact Wendy Maxwell at 542-3334.

• A Tribute to Slack Key w/ John Keawe – Keawe is a multiple Na Hoku Hanohano and Hawaii Music Awards recipient and a contributing artist on Hawaii’s first Grammy winner, “Slack Key Guitar Volume 2” (2005).  His performance will offer a tribute to the slack key style, featuring selections from the work of Raymond Kane, Leonard Quan, and many others, as well as numerous compositions of his own.  The 45-minute performance is recommended for ages 5 and older.  Hilo Public Library (300 Waianuenue Ave.); 1:00 P.M. For more info, call the library at 933-8888.

• Author Event w/ D.S. Walker – Please join everyone at the book store as they welcome local author D.S. Walker. She will be signing copies of her new anti-bullying book, Delightfully Different.  Learn more about Walker and her book from this KHON 2 video report.Barnes & Noble Kahala Mall (4211 Waialae Ave.); 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. For more info click here.

• Celebrate Aloha book signing event – Enjoy a night at the museum, with complimentary entry, island music, feel good vibes, friendly people, pupu.  Have your book signed and meet the authors and contributors of Aloha The Message of Hawai’i, by renown best selling author Anolia Orfrecio Facun, recently interviewed and featured on the Brian Tracy Show.  Event costs $30.00.  Bishop Museum (1525 Bernice Street); 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. For more info, click here.

• Rhyme and Reason: Zakariya Amataya and Kealoha –  Zakariya Amataya, Thailand’s award-winning, Ginsberg-inspired, Sunni hipster poet joins local slam poet favorite Kealoha in an evening of poetry from the edge.  Amaya is the first poetry winner who writes primarily in free verse and not rhyme and Thailand’s first Muslim recipient.  Ticket prices vary. Available  at www.etickethawaii.com, call 944-2697 or visit any UH Ticket outlet.University of Hawaii Manoa Campus, Orvis Auditorium; 7:30 P.M. to 9:15 P.M. For more information contact 956-8246, or csinfo@hawaii.edu or click here.

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• 64th Annual Friends of the Library of Hawaii Book Sale – The 64th Annual Book Sale, a.k.a. the McKinley Book Sale takes place from June 18 – 26, 2011.  This is by far the largest used book sale in the State and has become a well-attended and traditional event by and for Hawai‘i residents and mainland visitors alike.  Sunday is the LAST DAY of the sale and EVERYTHING is 50 CENTS!  Food and refreshments are available in the form of food trucks:  The Cafe Truck and Stacy’s Laulau & Grinds will be present.  McKinley High School Cafeteria (1039 S. King Street – entrance on Pensacola Street between King St. & Kapiolani Blvd.); 9:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. For more information click here.

• Makiki Community Library Used Book Sale – Come to this all-volunteer, community library for a used book sale on Saturday and Sunday!  Proceeds from this sale help to support the Makiki Community Library.  Makiki Community Library (1527 Keeaumoku St.); 12:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. For more information contact Wendy Maxwell at 542-3334.

• The Folk Art of Chinese Knotting – Barbara Chung Ho will present an interactive and customized workshop.  She will first share a brief history of the folk art and then a conduct step-by-step demonstration on the basic techniques of Chinese knotting.  The one-hour workshop is suitable for ages 12 and older.  Supplies will be provided.  Registration is requested; please call the library to register.  Kaneohe Public Library (45-829 Kamehameha Highway); 2:30 P.M. To register or for more info, call 233-5676.

• Fundraiser for the Prisoner’s Revolutionary Literature Fund – Enjoy an evening of excellent food prepared by Ahmed and Ako in the newly re-opened Da Spot, accompanied by music, poetry and socializing with friends – and all for a good cause!  The Prisoner’s Revolutionary Literature Fund (www.prlf.org) is an educational literature fund that fills requests from U.S. prisoners for revolutionary literature.  Reserve your ticket for Sunday’s fundraiser by calling Revolution Books (944-3106), or by sending an e-mail to revolutionbks@yahoo.com. A $20 donation includes supper and a conribution to PRLF.  DaSpot (2469 South King Street); 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. For more info, click here.

Remember, all events listed above may be subject to change. Please contact the venue beforehand if you plan on attending. We encourage you to click on the links that are included with the events in the time line above. More events can be found on our Hawaii Book Blog Events Calendar. You can also keep up with events through us on Twitter by following @HawaiiBookBlog.

If you have an event you would like us to help promote, please leave us a comment here or e-mail me at aalba@hawaiibookblog.com. Mahalo and have a great weekend!