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

Check out these awesome events!

Friday, December 10

• 04:00pm – Petroglyphs From Hawaii Journal Author and Illustrator Lynn Cook will sign books and offer free bookmark stamping for every guest at Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach, Duke’s Lobby.

• 06:00pm – Kaimuki Middle School Poetry Night at Barnes & Noble Kahala Mall.  Join in as Mrs. Maii’s class from Kaimuki Middle School shares some of their poetry with everyone.  More info

• 07:00pm – Holiday Storytime at Barnes & Noble Kahala Mall and Ala Moana.  Children of all ages are invited to experience holiday joy at The Polar Express Storytime. Visit the Children’s Department for a reading of Chris Van Allsburg’s beloved tale, along with other holiday favorites.  Kahala info; Ala Moana info

Saturday, December 11

• 08:00am – While you’re out getting your local ingredients at the Kapiolani Community College Farmers’ Market, stop by the Kuahiwi Ranch Tent!  Chef Alan Wong will give a demonstration on sauces and sign copies of his latest cookbook, The Blue Tomato.  Demo at 8AM; signing to follow. More info at http://www.thebluetomato.net.  You can read our review of this awesome new cookbook here: [Cookbook Countdown Week 5]

• 10:00am – Enjoy this kids’ weekly story time at Borders in Pearlridge Shopping Center.  More info

• 10:00am – Book Signing event at Bishop Museum.  From 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Linda Ching will be available to discuss and signs her book, `Ao, Ten Years of Light.  Call 591-2060 for more information.

• 10:30am – Come to Kapolei Public Library for A Christmas Concert with the Kapolei Chorale.  They will perform a variety of holiday season favorites for the whole family to enjoy. The Kapolei Chorale’s vast repertoire includes: classical, Broadway, folk, and contemporary songs sung in the English, Hawaiian, Latin, and Filipino languages.  The Friends of the Library, Kapolei is sponsoring this 45-minute program. For more information, call 693-7050.

• 10:30am – “The Great Davidio” will perform a holiday magic show for children ages 3 and older at Hawaii Kai Public Library. Following his performance, there will be a Christmas craft activity for families to do together. Light refreshments will be served after the magic show. This two-hour holiday program is sponsored by the Friends of the Hawaii Kai Public Library. For more information, call 397-5833.

• 11:00am – The Sakura Ensemble will be presenting a music program at Kealakekua Public Library (Big Island).  This special concert will feature seasonal music and excerpts from the Nutcracker.  All ages are welcome. This program is offered free to the public. For more information contact the Kealakekua Public Library at 323-7585 or visit the Friends of the Libraries, Kona website at www.folkhawaii.com.

• 11:00am – Book Signing event at Costco Iwilei.  Alexei Melnick will be signing copies of his new novel Tweakerville.  Read our review here: [Book Review: Tweakerville].  Source

• 11:00am – Author Signing event at Barnes & Noble Ala Moana.  Meet author Patricia Lei Murray, she will read and sign her new book I Choose You in the Children’s Department.  She is a native author and songwriter who brings a unique awareness and appreciation of Hawaiian culture and arts to families everywhere!  More info

• 11:00am – Come to Children’s Story Time at Barnes & Noble Ala Moana as they read A Night In Santa’s Great Big Bag by Kristin Kladstrup.  More info

• 11:00am – Enjoy a Holiday Kids Event at Borders Books & Music across Hawai’i.  Check out the best holiday gifts Borders has to offer! Kids ages 3 to 8 are invited to celebrate the holidays with stories, songs, games and more.  Activities may vary per store, please call your local Borders for details.  Source

• 11:00am – Talkin’ Trash with James McCarthey at Aina Haina Public Library.  James McCarthy, a storyteller and musician, will engage the audience with lively music and songs as he teaches the three great reasons for recycling: earn money, help create new products, and taking care of our island and planet.  This free one-hour program is suitable for all ages. For more information, call 377-2456.

• 11:45am – The Hawaii State Library will host “Music for the Holiday Season,” a 45-minute program suitable for ages 5 years and older.  Under the direction of Carl Crosier, the choir will perform a variety of Christmas carols, motets and chants.  For more information, call 586-3520.

• 12:00pm – Come to the Costco on Maui to meet Chef Tylun Pang as he signs copies of his latest cookbook What Maui Likes To Eat.  Source

• 12:00pm – Katie Grove-Velasquez and Michael Ogata will be signing their new children’s book, Nai`a to the Rescue.  They will be at Borders Books & Music at Maui Marketplace.  Source

• 12:00pm – Author book signing at the Book Gallery in downtown Hilo (Big Island).  Author Patsy Iwasaki will be on hand to sign copies of her new graphic novel Hamakua Hero: A True Plantation Story.  Check out our review here: [Teen Read Week: ‘Tropica’ & ‘Hamakua Hero’, new Hawaii graphic novels!]  More info

• 12:00pm – Kaimuki Middle School Bibliotechie Storytime at Barnes & Noble Kahala Mall.  They’ll be reading stories and singing songs for kids of all ages.  More info

• 01:00pm – There will be a book signing at Borders Pearlridge.  Author Mary Braffet will be signing her keiki book Maile and the Huli Hula Chicken.  Check out our review here: [Keiki Book Review: Maile and the Huli Hula Chicken].  Source

• 02:00pm – Author Event with Senator Fred Rohlfing at Basically Books in Hilo (Big Island).  Senator Rohlfing will be signing his new book, Island Son: The Life and Times of Hawaii’s Republican Reformer. This “memoir and commentary” traces the multi–faceted political, legal, and naval career of the Senator.  Read our review of this book: [Book Review: Island Son].  More info

• 02:00pm – Book Signing event at Costco Kona!  Mark Ellman and other contributors to new book Practice Aloha will be available to talk about the book and sign copies.  Source

• 02:30pm – Creating Mini-Books: An Eco-Style Recycling Craft Program will be held at the Hawaii State Library.  Craft expert Evelyn Nakamura will conduct a 45-minute craft program that will feature the construction of mini-books from recycled materials. Registration is required—program is limited to 20 participants. The program will be held in the Art, Music, & Recreation section on the Library’s 2nd floor. For more information or to register, call 586-3520.

Sunday, December 12

• 09:00am – All day Sunday, from 9am to 1pm, enjoy Chef Alan Wong’s Holiday Market!  Alan Wong’s Restaurant on 1857 S. King St. will be converted into a marketplace featuring farm-fresh products, delightful gift items, and, of course, Chef Alan’s new book, The Blue Tomato. Chef will sign his book throughout the event. Shoppers have the option of purchasing ala carte “tasting tickets” to sample each of two dishes from The Blue Tomato; tickets are $6 each (one ticket = one sample dish).  Check out http://www.thebluetomato.net for more information on this unique event and Cookbook Countdown Week 5 for our review of this awesome new cookbook.

12:00pm – Kaimuki Middle School Bibliotechie Storytime at Barnes & Noble Kahala Mall.  Come and join the Bibliotechies from Kaimuki Middle School as they share some of their favorite stories and games with us!  More info

• 12:00pm – Audrey Wilson signs her newest cookbook, Aunty Audrey’s Big Island Eats, at Borders Books & Music in Kona (Big Island).  Source

• 12:00pm – There will be a Holiday Open House at Revolution Books (2626 South King Street) from 12pm to 5pm.  Music, poetry, and great gifts—all in their newly renovated space!  Call 944-3106 for more information.

• 02:00pm – Book Signing event at Barnes & Noble Lahaina.  Mark Ellman and guests will be signing their new book Practice Aloha: Secrets to Living Life Hawaiian Style.  Source

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 timeline 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.

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