See a comprehensive list of literary events at www.honoluluadvertiser.com/islandlife.

SPECIAL

FOURTH ANNUAL HAWAI'I BOOK AND MUSIC FESTIVAL, presented by Bank of Hawai'i, with 175 events, 550 presenters on main stage and other pavilions and stages, including author appearances, children's events and entertainment; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. May 16-17, Honolulu Hale grounds; free; Bank of Hawai'i Book Swap, children's and adult books, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. both days; 234-0404, www.hawaiibookandmusicfestival.org.

JUST THE FREE STUFF: COMPUTERS 101, a monthly series of computer workshops for beginning adult users, 8:30-9:45 a.m. May 11 (Facebook basics) and June 8 (creating a blog), Kapolei Public Library, second-floor adult nonfiction computer area; 693-7050.

"GENEALOGY TIPS AND TRICKS," program by Patricia Miller on searching for family ancestors, using the library's and other databases, 6 p.m. May 12; Kahuku Public & School Library, conference room; free; 293-8935.

Other Kahuku Library May programs:

• Wednesdays: Keiki Storytimes, 10 a.m.

• Wednesdays: After-School Club Activities, 12:45 p.m.

• May 13 and 20: Mystery Movie, call for times, movie titles.

• Armed Forces Day: May 15, free DVD rental with military identification.

CONSUMER WISE, last of a series of consumer fairs for adults, with staff from local state and federal agencies on hand to answer consumer questions, including on identity fraud, Medicare and senior services, investment scams, starting a business or saving for college, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. May 13, Liliha Public Library (587-7577), and May 22, 'Aina Haina Pubic Library (377-2456); information, 586-2760.

CHARLES DARWIN BOBBLEHEAD SALES LIBRARY FUNDRAISER, marking 200th anniversary of Darwin's birthday, through May 17, University of Hawai'i's Hamilton Library, first-floor business window, $25; 956-7203.

BOOK SIGNING

ALBERT WENDT READING/BOOKSIGNING, by Pacific writer, scholar, novelist, poet and playwright, from his latest novel, "The Adventures of Vela: Writing a Novel in Verse," 7 p.m. May 14, University of Hawai'i, Art Auditorium; (signing to follow); free; 956-3088.

ONGOING

BILL'S BOOKMOBILE, a fundraising project of Friends of the Library of Hawai'i, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. first Saturday monthly, 690 Pohukaina St., Kaka'ako; 536-4174.

ADULT PAPER CRAFTS OPPORTUNITY for making cards, decorations, scrapbooks, tags, etc., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. fourth Saturday monthly (except May and December), Kalihi-Palama Public Library auditorium; table space and some electrical access provided (bring supplies and snacks); registration, 832-3466.

Youth Speaks Hawaii, slam poetry workshops, hosted by Kealoha, TravisT, Melvin, Darron and Lyz, 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays, The ARTS at Marks Garage; free; 387-9664.

FOR KEIKI

KEIKI LIBRARY PLAY MORNINGS, a free, independent educational playtime for ages 2 to 5 years, 10-10:45 a.m. May 14, 21 and 28, Kapolei Public Library; kids must be accompanied by an adult; 693-7050.

CHILDREN'S STORYTIME, 10:30 a.m. Sundays through Aug. 16, Kaimuki Public Library, Children's Room; free; 733-8422.

PEARL CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY STORYTIME/CRAFT SESSIONS, with stories, songs, activities and crafts for children 3 and older with parent/caregiver, 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays through May 13, Adult Reading Room; 453-6566.

TODDLER STORYTIME, with stories, songs, finger plays, crafts and playtime, for ages 3-5 with parent/caregiver, 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays through May 13, 'Ewa Beach Public and School Library; free; 689-1204.

PUZZLETIME: A TODDLER STORYTIME, with educational board puzzle play, age-appropriate storytime, sing-alongs and activities, for ages 1 to 3, 9:30 a.m. Thursdays through May 14, Pearl City Public Library, Children's Room; 453-6566.

Keiki storytime, stories read aloud, sing-alongs, finger plays and a simple craft, for ages 3 and older, 10-10:45 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays, Kapolei Public Library; free; 693-7050.

Toddler storytime, books, finger plays, matching games and songs, for ages 2-3, 10 a.m. Tuesdays, McCully-Mo'ili'ili Public Library; free; 973-1099.

Keiki storytime, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays and 11 a.m. Saturdays, Borders, Waikele; free; 676-6699.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Mililani Public Library; free; 627-7470.

Read Me a Story, books read by volunteer storytellers for children 12 and younger and their parents, 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, Honolulu Academy of Arts; children included free with $7 admission for parents; 532-8700.

Keiki storytime, stories, songs, sing-alongs and other activities, 10-10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Kahuku Public & School Library; free; 293-8935.

Keiki storytimE, 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Borders, Ward Centre; free; 591-8995.

Preschool storytimE, stories read aloud, sing-alongs, finger plays and a simple craft, for ages 3-5, 4 p.m. Wednesdays, Waikiki-Kapahulu Public Library; free; 733-8488.

Send announcements, at least 10 days before event, with contact name and phone number, to: Lit Beat, Island Life, The Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802; islandlife@honoluluadvertiser.com, with "Lit Beat" in the subject line; or fax 525-8055.