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.
Sorry if we are missing any events this week. Due to our trip planning, I wasn’t able to delve into my usual research. I did however want to highlight some of the great events happening this weekend, so please enjoy what we have.
We’re Outta Here!
Yes, Hawaii Book Blog needs a vacation! Just to let you know, we’ll be out of the country in the sunny and warm United Kingdom for the next two weeks—a week in Scotland and a week in London. Should be a blast, we’re both extremely excited and stressed out.
As for the blog; our plan was to queue up a bunch of posts to spread out over the next two weeks in our absence. Unfortunately, time has been our enemy and we haven’t had as many opportunities to write things up. So if you don’t hear much from us, sorry!
We promise to come back from our trip with a vengeance as we have many reviews to write and many books to read. Mahalo for following us.
Lee Cataluna
If you didn’t attend Wine & Words this past Wednesday, you missed out on a hilarious event! You can still recreate some of the magic this weekend as Ms. Cataluna will be reading at Native Books on Saturday and UH Manoa on Sunday (details below). Misty and I are sad that we won’t be able to attend these readings, but were glad we got to see her and some great performers read from her book at Kumu Kahua Theatre. So, go to the readings and take lots of pictures for us. You’ll bust a gut, promise!
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Now on to the events…
Friday, October 7
Lihue Library Fall Used Book Sale – The Friends of Lihue Library Fall Used Book Sale takes place on Friday and Saturday. Sale will go to benefit the Library. Lihue Public Library; 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. For more information call the library at 242-3222.
- 23rd Annual Talk Story Festival – Come on down to the park and enjoy two free nights of Hawaii’s best storytellers and a few guests sharing their scariest tales. The theme for Friday night is “Spooooooky Stories.” McCoy Pavilion (Ala Moana Park); 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. For more information, visit the Parks & Recreation’s page for the festival.
Saturday, October 8
- Lihue Library Fall Used Book Sale – The Friends of Lihue Library Fall Used Book Sale takes place on Friday and Saturday. Sale will go to benefit the Library. Lihue Public Library; 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. For more information call the library at 242-3222.
Meet Author Randall Ng – Randall will discuss and sign from his new book, Hawaiian Sunrise to Sunset: A Middle School Counselor’s Diary of a Working Day. Living in Hawaii and working with kids all day sounds like paradise. The reality of working as a middle school counselor is very different. Surprising, shocking, fascinating and ultimately deeply redemptive, come and meet Randall Ng as he shares his story. Barnes & Noble Ala Moana Shopping Center; 12:00 Noon. For more information click here.
- Storytelling Workshop – As part of the 23rd Annual Talk Story Festival, they’ll be providing three workshops for you to learn the art of storytelling. Jo Radner, Ruth Halpern and Eric Wolf will teach you the tricks of the trade. McCoy Pavilion (Ala Moana Park); 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. Learn more on the workshop event page.
- Genealogy Presentation – Tend to your roots and discover information about your family tree. Bryan Quisquirin will host a 2-hour genealogy presentation. Light refreshments will be served in the courtyard after the presentation. Hawaii State Library – first floor reading room; 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. For more information, call the Library at 586-3499.
Cooking Demonstration w/ Alan Wong – Chef Alan Wong will conduct a culinary technique demonstration, drawing from dishes in his newest cookbook, The Blue Tomato: The Inspirations Behind the Cuisine of Alan Wong [read our review here]. Chef Alan will discuss culinary principles from The Blue Tomato and demonstrate various techniques utilized in his recipes. The demonstration will last approximately 40 minutes and will be followed immediately by a book signing session; copies of The Blue Tomato will be available for purchase at the store. Williams-Sonoma at Ala Moana Center; 1:00 P.M. to 2:30 P.M. For more info, click here.
- Holiday Hoot: Felt Crafting Program – Participants will hand sew a small felt figure suitable as a seasonal ornament. All materials will be provided. To reserve a seat, call or sign up at the Art, Music, & Recreation Reference Desk. Walk-ins welcome until the session is full. Hawaii State Library; 2:30 P.M. For more information or to register, call 586-3520.
Lee Cataluna book reading & reception – Lee Cataluna will read from her debut novel, Three Years on Doreen’s Sofa [read our review here]. The reading will be followed by a reception. FREE and open to the public. FREE parking. Native Books / Na Mea Hawaii (Ward Warehouse; Ewa end by the parking structure); 3:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. For more info, visit Native Books’ website.
- 23rd Annual Talk Story Festival – Come on down to the park and enjoy two free nights of Hawaii’s best storytellers and a few guests sharing their most interesting tales. The theme for Saturday night is “True to Life Tales.” McCoy Pavilion (Ala Moana Park); 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. For more information, visit the Parks & Recreation’s page for the festival.
Sunday, October 9
- Lee Cataluna book reading – Lee Cataluna will read from her debut novel, Three Years on Doreen’s Sofa [read our review here]. FREE and open to the public. University of Hawai‘i at Manoa; Art Auditorium; 3:00 P.M. For more info, visit Native Books’ website.
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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.
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!
