Lit Beat

FOR WRITERS

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

Mystery Divas, discussion of Donna Andrew's "You've Got Murder," 2 p.m. today, The Haunt, Mo'ili'ili. 943-0371.

Nonfiction Reading Group now forming. People 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, Waikele. 676-6699.

Literacy Through Arts Program, for ages 4-18 years, 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays and 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, Waimanalo library; free. 259-2610.

Send announcements with contact name and phone number to Lit Beat, Island Life, The Honolulu Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802.