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.
Happy Father’s Day to our own great fathers, and all the fathers in Hawaii and around the world! If you haven’t checked it out yet, we wrote a post on recommended Hawaii books for Dad: “It’s not a tie, it’s a book about ties”–Gifts for Dad’s Day, plus we’re selling Hawaiian “Who’s Your Daddy?” T-shirts in our Shop, which are a great gift for your father all year round.
Now on to the events…
Friday, June 17
- 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 17 – 26, 2011. On Friday is the Members’ Preview Night for Friends members only. You can come and join the Friends, starting at 3:00 P.M. 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.); 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. For more information click here.
- It’s Book Time With Ronald McDonald – Ronald McDonald will offer a fun-filled interactive performance featuring a creative blend of music, magic and games to reinforce the idea that reading is fun. Salt Lake-Moanalua Public Library (3225 Salt Lake Blvd.; Ph. 831-6831); starts at 10:30 A.M.
- 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 pin and bead bracelet. This program is suitable for ages 6 and up. Kealakekua Public Library (Mamalahoa Highway) ; 2:30 P.M.
Saturday, June 18
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 17 – 26, 2011. The sale will be open to the general public from June 18 – 26th. 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.); 9:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. For more information click here.
- Friends of the Libraries, Kona – Book Sale: Friends of the Libraries, Kona will hold a book sale. Come support the Kona Libraries and find cheap books! Large selection of Hawaiiana and children’s books. Kailua-Kona Public Library lanai; 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
- Friends of the Waialua Public Library – The Friends hold a book sale at the library every 3rd Saturday of the month! There is also a bake sale at the book sale. Join the Waialua Friends in supporting Waialua Public Library and find cheap books and ono treats! Waialua Public Library; 9:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Call 637-8286 for more information.
- Friends of Mililani Book Sale – Friends of the Mililani Public Library will hold a book sale at the library. Join the Mililani Friends in supporting the library and find cheap books! Mililani Public Library (95-450 Makaimoimo St.); 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Click here for more info.
Aloha KiKi Book Signing – Big Island peeps! Come to this book signing event with author Angel M. Hiatt and illustrator Scott Bosshardt of the children’s book Aloha KiKi [read our review here]. 10% of the proceeds from the book will be donated to the Hawaii Island Humane Society for the ongoing rescue and care of animals on the Hawaiian Islands. Books, Nooks & Crannies (Hilo); 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. (book reading at NOON). For more info, click here.
- The Art of Bookbinding – Bookbinder Ken Cannon will provide a brief look at binding history. This program will cover the principles of hand-binding and an overview of papers. The audience will also be introduced to the several types of bindings, boards and cover materials in use today and see samples of each one. The program will conclude with a discussion on the greening of the book business and its effects on the bookbinding industry today. Program is recommended for ages 12 and older. Kapolei Public Library; 10:30 A.M. For more information, call 693-7050.
- Children’s Story Time – Come to the book store for the weekly storytime! They’ll be reading My Dad, My Hero by Ethan Long, just in time for Father’s Day. son. Barnes & Noble Ala Moana Center; 11:00 A.M. For more info, click here.
- Jazz Performance – Jazz Performance and lecture by Olga Salvatore with Greg Shirley on guitar. Kealakekua Public Library on Mamalahoa Highway; 11:00 A.M.
Meet Ben Wong of Let’s Go Fishing! – Go to the book store to meet local author, angler, and host of the popular TV show Let’s Go Fishing! He’ll be signing copies of his new cookbook, also entitled Let’s Go Fishing. His name is Ben Wong. Barnes & Noble Kahala Mall; 1:00 P.M. For more information, click here.
- Origami Folding Workshop – Scott Macri of the Hawaii Origami Club will conduct a workshop designed for all origami enthusiasts. Macri will demonstrate how to make a variety of origami models and there will be a question-and-answer session. Paper will be provided and participants can take home their origami creations. Program will be held in the First Floor Reading Room, recommended for ages 12 and older. Hawaii State Library; 1:00 P.M. to 3:30 P.M. For more information, call 586-3520.
- Feng Shui for Interiors – Feng Shui for Hawai’i author Clear Englebert will offer two feng shui classes tailored to Hawaii’s home styles and landscapes: Feng Shui for Interiors on Saturday, June 18, and Feng Shui for Exteriors on Sunday, June 19. Cost is $25 per class. Classes will be held each day from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. in the Private Function Room in the Executive Center, Lobby Level, next to Hukilau Restaurant. Validated parking is available and no pre-registration is required; walk-ins are welcome. For more information call 808-328-0329 or visit http://fungshway.com.
- A Tribute to Slack Key w/ John Keawe – 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. Hawaii Kai Public Library (249 Lunalilo Home Rd); 2:00 P.M. For more info call 397-5833.
Sunday, June 19
- 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 17 – 26, 2011. The sale will be open to the general public from June 18 – 26th. 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.); 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. For more information click here.
- Youth Speaks Slam Poets – Don’t miss this opportunity to hear these young people speak only weeks before they travel to San Francisco to compete nationally. These poets pieces speak eloquently to racism, the U.S. bombing of Hiroshima, attacks on Planned Parenthood, the environment, the emotional experiences of teenagers growing up in the USA, and much more. Revolution Books (2626 South King Street); 3:00 P.M.Click here for more info.
Feng Shui for Interiors – Feng Shui for Hawai’i author Clear Englebert will offer two feng shui classes tailored to Hawaii’s home styles and landscapes: Feng Shui for Interiors on Saturday, June 18, and Feng Shui for Exteriors on Sunday, June 19. Cost is $25 per class. Classes will be held each day from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. in the Private Function Room in the Executive Center, Lobby Level, next to Hukilau Restaurant. Validated parking is available and no pre-registration is required; walk-ins are welcome. For more information call 808-328-0329 or visit http://fungshway.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 Hawaii Book Blog Events Calendar. You can also keep up with events through us on Twitter by following @HawaiiBookBlog.
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