posted by A.Alba
Another weekend is here! They can never come soon enough. Not much to talk about this week–we did visit two more libraries and are working on the write-ups for those and a couple more from the previous week. With library visits come library book recommendations, so we are continuing to read as much as we can while embarking on other outside pursuits such as working full-time, going to Hawaii International Film Festival movies, preparing for Halloween, social engagements and trying to keep up with our TV shows. This will be a hectic end of the year!
Check it out:
When I went to the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa, one of the highlights of my day was picking up a copy of Ka Leo O Hawai‘i, the campus newspaper, and flipping it over to the comics section. There were quite a few interesting comics, some with crude humor (and drawings) like Rusty Nuts and others a bit more local, realistic and well drawn like Culture Shock! I remember loving both of these comics, so I was surprised to find out that the creator of Culture Shock! is the same artist and co-creator of a popular web comic called nemu*nemu. This cute comic is about two Japanese girls and their two stuffed dogs who have come to life. It’s updated three times a week and is both funny and adorable. Check it out and the link below for more insight into the comic and their creators.
The Gallery feature on nemu*nemu creators
Now on to the book events!
Notable Literary and Library Events:
Friday, Oct. 23
- 10:00am – Book Sale: Friends of the Waimanalo Public Library will host a book sale at the Waimanalo Public & School Library from 10am – 4pm. Adult & children’s books, mostly priced from $0.50 – $1.00. For more info call 259-2610.
- 10:30am – Keiki Storytime will be available at Borders in Ward Centre.
- 05:00pm – Book Signing Event at Barnes & Noble Ala Moana: See author Jean Hee as she signs copies of her latest cookbook, Hawai’i’s Best Quick & Easy Recipes. Details
- 06:00pm – Talk Story and Book Signing of Hawaiian Blood: Colonialism and the Politics of Sovereignty and Indigeneity by Kehaulani Kauanui. At Native Books / Nā Mea Hawai‘i. Details
Saturday, Oct. 24
- 10:00am – 8th Annual Kauai Keiki Story Festival at the Kukui Grove Center from 10am – 2pm. Joanna and Dr. Terry Carolan, writers of the award-winning “A President from Hawai‘i” will be joined by Keli‘i Kaneali‘i during the festival that will feature authors, illustrators, clowns, dancers, face painters, storytellers, community leaders and entertainers celebrating literacy. Details
- 10:00am – Keiki Storytime at Borders in Pearlridge. Details
- 11:00am – Trick or Treat Halloween Storytime at Barnes & Noble Kahala featuring Black Cat Creeping and Frankenstein Makes A Sandwich. Come and show off your costume while they read some of our most favorite Halloween stories. No tricks — just treats! Details
- 11:00am – Halloween Storytime: Join the staff at Barnes & Noble Ala Moana for a story and craft to bring in the Halloween spirit, featuring Black Cat Creeping. Details
- 12:15pm – Finding Help For Seniors: one hour program at the Hawaii State Library’s first floor reading room. Lei Shimizu of the C&C’s Elderly Affairs Division provides helpful information for seniors on programs and activities. Details
- 01:00pm – Author Event at Barnes & Noble Kahala: Come and see Hideaki “Santa” Miyoshi, owner/chef of Tokkuri-Tei as he signs copies of his new cookbook, Izakaya Hawai’i: Tokkuri-Tei Cooking. Details
- 01:00pm – Don’t miss the chance to talk story with Duane Allen Vachon, author of Gems from the Antipodes–twelve collections of faith-focusing insights. Only at Kona Stories bookstore. Details
- 02:00pm – Kids Halloween Spooktacular at all Borders stores on O’ahu. Fun games, spooky music, scary crafts and more will be available at this event! Check with your local Borders to ensure event. Details
Sunday, Oct. 25
- 01:00pm – Book Signing Event at Barnes & Noble Kahala: Welcome author Jean Hee as she signs copies of her latest cookbook, Hawai’i’s Best Quick & Easy Recipes. Details
- 01:00pm – Flip Out! Storytelling Performance at Kawananakoa Intermediate School. Three Filipinas share their life stories by exploring and exploding myths about growing up Filipino in Hawaii. $12. Details here. Update: According to the Hawaii Repertory Theatre site, this show is sold out.
- 03:00pm – Talk Story and Book Signing Event at Native Books / Nā Mea Hawai‘i. Ho‘okupu: An Offering of Literature by Native Hawaiian Women. If you haven’t heard of the book, local critic Christine Thomas has a great review up on her blog Literary Lotus. Confirmed to attend are well-established poet, Mahealani Perez-Wendt and writers Coochie Cayan and Vicky Kneubuhl. Details
- 04:00pm – Flip Out! Storytelling Performance at Kawananakoa Intermediate School. Three Filipinas share their life stories by exploring and exploding myths about growing up Filipino in Hawaii. $12. Details here. Update: According to the Hawaii Repertory Theatre site, this show is sold out.
Remember, all events listed above may be subject to change. Please contact the venue beforehand if you plan on attending.
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[dot]com. Replace the [dot] with a ‘.’ when you compose the message. Mahalo and have a great weekend!
