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COVID-19 Notices – Sep 9
We hope you are keeping healthy during these uncertain times. The global corona virus pandemic is creating a lot of disruption to social gatherings and normal business operations. This momentary pause is now extending to our public libraries and the Friends.
FLH WAREHOUSE NOTICE (in accordance with government orders)
- The FLH BOOKS @ Marks bookstore and the Arts at Marks Garage gallery will be closed Aug. 27 – Sep. 23
- The FLH warehouse will be closed to volunteers Aug. 27 – Sep. 23
- We are not accepting donations during the period of Aug. 27 – Sep. 23
- The 73rd Annual Booksale has been canceled.
- Available now – FLH has books available for sale online!
As the situation continues to change, any of these policies may also change.
PUBLIC LIBRARY NOTICE (in accordance with government orders)
The new policies are in recognition that social distancing is at present the best way to prevent/combat the virus.. The library system administration is continuously re-evaluating and updating policies.
Until Further Notice –
- All Hawai‘i Public Libraries are still Closed – but they do offer select services
- Library Takeout Book Pickup & Drop Off
- Check out their online resources! Click on the “Browse” or “Learn” tabs.
- All public library Bookstores are closed.
- Any scheduled Friends booksale or other events on library property have been postponed.
- All public libraries have suspended acceptance of donated material.
- All physical programs and events will be cancelled at all 51 locations.
- Virtual Programs are happening now!
- All external meetings scheduled in Library meeting rooms will be cancelled or rescheduled.
- Bookmobile Services will be limited.
- All email notifications are turned off right now. Notifications will resume once they reopen.
- To reduce exposure, HSPLS is following best sanitation practices for workplaces.
- Please visit the HSPLS website for more information.
Again, these measures are to promote the health and safety of all library users and to prevent gatherings. HSPLS is monitoring all State and federal information and guidance, and re-evaluating its services daily. We look forward to limited in-branch services soon!
Patrons can stay updated on changes to HSPLS services on the library website. You can also follow HSPLS onTwitter and Facebook to stay updated.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Please stay healthy!
30th Annual Hawai‘i Collectors Expo
Friends of the Library of Hawai‘i will have a large booth at the 30th Annual Hawai‘i Collectors Expo! The expo will take place February 21-23 at the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. The Friendsʻ booth will have an assortment of odds and ends that are donated with the books and media we normally collect. You will find:
- Stamps
- Postcards
- Vintage Magazines
- Vintage Books
- Vintage Vinyl
- Cards – Collectors, Sports, Trading
- Toys & Games
- Art & Figurines
- Maps
- and More!
There is a $5 daily general admission charge. Children under 11 are free or the cost is $2 for Seniors 65+. Military w/ID free. Find out more at www.HawaiiCollectorsExpo.com or call 265-1667. Dates & Times are:
- Friday: 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
- Saturday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- Sunday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Celebrating 140 Years!
Enjoy historical photos of the Friends and read about our founding members in 1879.
Donate to our Capital Campaign to purchase a permanent location for the next 140 years . . .
Kids Night
Rory Obrate guards a box of mom's books while reading a picture book - The Sunday Star-Bulletin & Advertiser
Chicko Tachihata, FLH scholarship winner in 1962, examines the smallest and largest books for sale. - Honolulu Star-Bulletin
Auctioneer, James Madden, accepts bids. From left to right: Dr. Pauline Stitt, Mrs. F.H. Tillotson, Mrs. Albert K Lyman, and Mrs. H.W. Boynton