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 Hawaiʻi.
Support our local literary scene and our local libraries by attending these events. Have a great weekend, everyone!
[gn_divider /]Friday, December 14
- Swingin’ On A Star: A Winter Holiday Program – Peter and Melinda Wing will explore the holiday cheer of many cultures. They will present an out-of-this-world program of stories, fun songs and skits about things extra-terrestrial, stellar, celestial, astral, galactic and cosmic. They will seek out new silliness and will go boldly where no library patron has gone before. Their delightful performances include music, storytelling and audience participation. This 45-minute program is recommended for ages 3 and older. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Lanai Public & School Library; 2:15 P.M. For more information, contact the library at 565-7920.
Book Celebration: Saving Paradise – Moloka‘i based author Michael Bond reveals his new suspense novel. Based on his own experiences as a war and human rights journalist in dangerous, remote, and war-torn regions; Bonds’ novels depict the terror and fury of battle and the intense joy of love, the vanishing beauty of the natural world, and the nature of the universe and its many meanings for human life. Join in the dialogue and get a copy signed while you’re at it. Native Books/Na Mea Hawaii, Ward Warehouse (1050 Ala Moana Blvd, Suite #1000); 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. For more info, visit nativebookshawaii.com.
“Pineapple Sam” Book Signing – Kauai local writer “Pineapple Sam” will be signing copies of his many books including Garden of Sugar and Pineapples and Kauai Hitchhikers Exploring US. Come and meet the author, talk about books, and pick up some good reads. Lot of Artist Displays and Good Food will be there. Talk Story Book Store (3785 Hanapepe Road, Hanapēpē); 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. For more info: 808-335-6469 or visit pineapplesamhawaii.com.
Saturday, December 15
L&L Barbecue Cookbook Signing – Meet the author and illustrator for the newest cookbook from local eatery chain L&L: $266 Million Winning Lottery Recipes: L&L Hawaiian Barbecue Cookbook. Come and meet author Eddie Flores, Jr. along with talented local illustrator Jon J. Murakami at your local Costco for a meet and book signing. Great gift for the holidays! Costco Iwilei (525 Alakawa Street); 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
- Uncle Wayne and the Howling Dog Band – “Uncle Wayne” Watkins and the Howling Dog Band will delight and inspire children to get up, dance, and move to the music! This 30-minute program is recommended for all ages, especially for families with young children. Sponsored by the Friends of Kailua Library. Kailua Public Library (239 Kuulei Road); 10:30 A.M. For more information, call 266-9911.
Swingin’ On A Star: A Winter Holiday Program – Peter and Melinda Wing will explore the holiday cheer of many cultures. They will present an out-of-this-world program of stories, fun songs and skits about things extra-terrestrial, stellar, celestial, astral, galactic and cosmic. They will seek out new silliness and will go boldly where no library patron has gone before. Peter and Melinda Wing have been performing for schools, libraries and festivals for many years. Their delightful performances include music, storytelling and audience participation. This 45-minute program is recommended for ages 3 and older. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Kahului Public Library (Maui); 10:30 A.M. For more information, contact the library at 873-3097.
- Tis’ the Season Storytelling – Storyteller-Librarian Vicky Dworkin will share stories in honor of Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa. This 45-minute program is suitable for all ages. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Hawaii State Library (Edna Allyn Room for Children, 478 South King Street); 10:30 A.M. For more information, contact the library at 586-3510.
Lynn Farr: What’s Cookin’? – Lynn Farr is still off the grid in her latest book, Off The Grid: What’s Cookin’? This time her third memoir comes with a collection of recipes that are fabulous, yet off-grid feasible. Basically Books (160 Kamehameha Ave., Hilo); 11:00 A.M. For more info, visit basicallybooks.com.
- International Christmas Carolers – A group made up of members of various local choirs will perform international Christmas carols. This one-hour performance will be held in the main lobby and is suitable for all ages. Hawaii State Library (478 South King Street); 11:30 A.M. For more information, call 586-3500.
Stuart Nicholls Book Signing – Thunder Road: The Journey Home is the new book by author Stuart Nicholls. It tells the story of a soldier who fought the war in the jungles of Vietnam, back in the U.S., as well as in his own mind. The book will be available for cash and check purchases only. The price is $18. Light refreshments will be served. Saigon Cafe (1792 Main Street, Wailuku); 3:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. For more information, contact Nicholls at snicholls@hawaii.rr.com.
Sunday, December 16
- L&L Barbecue Cookbook Signing – Meet the author and illustrator for the newest cookbook from local eatery chain L&L: $266 Million Winning Lottery Recipes: L&L Hawaiian Barbecue Cookbook. Come and meet author Eddie Flores, Jr. along with talented local illustrator Jon J. Murakami at your local Costco for a meet and book signing. Great gift for the holidays! Costco Iwilei (525 Alakawa Street); 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
- Christmas Concert w/ the Sandra Wong String Studio – Students and alumni from the Sandra Wong String Studio will perform contemporary Christmas songs, hymns, and carols. This 45-minute concert will include such favorites as “I’ll Be Home for Christmas”, “Mele Kalikimaka”, and a selection from Handel’s “Messiah.” Program is sponsored by the Friends of Kaimuki Library and is suitable for all ages. Kaimuki Public Library (1041 Koko Head Avenue); 2:00 P.M. For more information, call 733-8422.
Book Celebration: Hula is Healing – Hula is Healing by Whitney Pi‘ilani Baldwin Schneider-Furuya and illustrations by Mapuana Schneider. A mother, a daughter, their ohana and halau will be celebrating the debut release of the book, Hula is Healing, with all of us in the breezeway of Nā Mea Hawai‘i. Come bask in the celebration as we take time to honor what hula and its traditions mean to us. Light refreshments to follow. Native Books/Nā Mea Hawai‘i in Ward Warehouse (1050 Ala Moana Blvd, Suite #1000); 2:30 P.M. to 4:30 P.M. For more info, visit nativebookshawaii.com.
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 Hawaiʻi Book Blog Events Calendar. You can also keep up with events through us on Twitter by following @HawaiiBookBlog.
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