Lit Beat
SPECIAL EVENTS
57th annual Friends of the Library of Hawai'i Book Sale continues with specials, discounts and sales on various days, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. today through Friday and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, McKinley High School cafeteria. 536-4174.
"Aloha Shorts," weekly radio show, 4 p.m. Mondays on Hawaii Public Radio station KIPO 89.3 with host Cedric Yamanaka. This week, Lee Tonouchi reads "Seven Deadly
Local Sins," winner of the Honolulu Magazine's Fiction Contest. 955-8821.
Haku Mele: Hawaiian Poetry, Frank Kawaikapuokalani Hewett shares his insights into Hawaiian poetry and the songwriting process and discusses how his family's history and values have enriched his music, 7 p.m. Wednesday, University of Hawai'i-Manoa, Krauss Hall, Yukiyoshi Room; free. 956-8246.
Environment Hawai'i 14th Anniversary Celebration, Maui poet W.S. Merwin reads from his work at the monthly publication's dinner with musical entertainment by Rich
Crandall, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Hawai'i State Art Museum courtyard; $50 ($25 is a tax-deductible donation). Reservations required by tomorrow. (877) 934-0130.
SIGNINGS/READINGS
Jill Marie Landis and Kristin Hannah, sign their book, "The Things We Do for Love," noon today, Borders, Lihu'e, Kaua'i. (808) 246-0862.
Stuart Holmes Coleman, author of "Eddie Would Go," signs his book, noon-1 p.m. Saturday, Borders Express (formerly Waldenbooks), Pearlridge; 488-9488. Also, 2-3 p.m. Saturday, Borders Express, Ala Moana Center; 942-1605.
Jodi Fukumoto signs her books, including "The Guide to Hawaiian-Style Money Folds" and "The Guide to Hawaiian-Style Origami," noon-1 p.m. Saturday, Borders Express, Kahala Mall. 737-9550.
Roberta Wong, author of "Hawaiian Lei in Crochet," signs her book and demonstrates her techniques, noon-1 p.m., Borders Express, Waikiki Shopping Plaza. 922-4154.
Robert Morrison, author of "The Guide to Basket Weaving," signs his book, noon-1 p.m. Saturday, Borders Express, Mililani Town Center. 623-2138.
Ellie Crowe, author, and Mark Brown, illustrator, sign their books including, "Duke's Olympic Feet" and "Kamehameha — The Boy Who Became a Warrior King," 2-3 p.m. Saturday, Borders Express, Waikiki Shopping Plaza. 922-4154.
Michael Gallagher, executive chef at the Sea House Restaurant, signs his book, "Gourmet Cuisine — Island Style," 2-3 p.m. Saturday, Borders Express, Lahaina Cannery Mall, Maui. (808) 667-6172.
Bob Oaks, signs his book "Hawai'i: A History of the Big Island," 3 p.m. Saturday, Borders, Kona, Big Island. (808) 331-1668.
Tammy Yee, signs her books, 4-5 p.m. Saturday, Borders Express, Mililani Town Center. 623-2138.
Steve Sundram signs his books, "Who Lives in the Coral Reef? Coloring Book" and "Three Whales Who Won the Heart of the World," 4-5 p.m. Saturday, Borders Express, Piilani Village Shopping Center, Kihei, Maui. (808) 875-6607.
FOR WRITERS
"Sex & Rage: Screenwriting with Passion," seminar led by Frank Smith and Margaret South on how to write dynamic and surprising stories covering story structure, character development and theme, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, UH-Manoa, Krauss Hall, Yukiyoshi Room; $60. Register for course L06978: 956-8400.
The Healing Powers of Poetry, workshop by Cathy Song helps students tap their inner resources of creativity through expressive writing exercises, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. July 18, Volcano Art Center, Big Island; $55, scholarships and subsidies available. (808) 967-8222.
Honolulu Theatre for Youth and Sex Abuse Treatment Center seek proposals for short plays to be presented to middle and high school students on the topics of sexual harassment and sexual violence in dating relationships. Present a two-page proposal by Aug. 15 to mark@htyweb.org. Call 839-9885, ext. 17, for details before submitting your proposal.
Lee A. Tonouchi, a pidgin writer and activist, is seeking submissions for his "Da Kine Dictionary." Obtain submission forms for pidgin words at www.dakinedictionary.com or 734-7159, ext. 21.
READING GROUPS
African American Reading Group, 6:15 p.m. Monday, 1311 Kapi'olani Blvd., Suite 203. 597-1341.
Literature Readers' Group, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Borders at Ward Centre. 591-8995.
Bestseller Reading Group, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Borders in Waikele. 676-6699.
Nonfiction Reading Group now forming. Persons interested in discussing serious works can express their interest by e-mailing talkischeap@hawaii.rr.com.
FOR KEIKI
Keiki Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays and 11 a.m. Saturdays, Borders in Waikele. 676-6699.
Craft and Storytime, 11 a.m. Tuesdays, Barnes & Noble, Kahala Mall. 737-3323.
Story Time in the Garden, children read stories, make a nature craft or game and visit a tree with leader Brandy Rea, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Fridays through July 30, Foster Botanical Garden; free. Reservations required: 522-7064.
Literacy Through Arts Program, for children ages 4-18, 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays and 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, Waimanalo Public & School Library; free. 259-2610.
Children's Story Circle, Native American stories and snacks for children and adults, 11 a.m. Saturday, Native Winds, Kaimuki; free. Registration requested by Friday: 734-8018.
Keiki Storytime, 11 a.m. Saturdays, Borders at Ward Centre. 591-8995.
Send announcements with contact name and phone number to: Lit Beat, Island Life, The Honolulu Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802; islandlife@honoluluadvertiser.com, with "Lit Beat" in the subject line; or fax 525-8055.
