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COVID-19 Notices
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 warehouse is reopen to volunteers
- We are accepting donations Monday – Friday by appointment
- The 73rd Annual Booksale has been postponed to Summer 2022.
- Available now – FLH has books available for sale online!
- The Village Books & Music store at Ward Centre Mall is open and has no capacity restrictions. Proper face masks are required.
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 –
- Most Hawai‘i Public Libraries have reopened but they continue to offer-
- Library Takeout Book Pickup & Drop Off
- Check out their online resources! Click on the “Browse” or “Learn” tabs.
- Some public library Bookstores have reopened.
- Many public libraries have suspended acceptance of donated material.
- Virtual Programs are happening now!
- 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 any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Please stay healthy!
Capital Campaign
We have purchased an 11,747 SF facility suitable for our operations. We need your help to reach our goal! Help us continue to support public library programs and continue to provide affordable books to our community!
$478,205 of $2.8 million raised
What do we do?
Space
- More than 75 volunteers give their time year-round to process 750,000+ donations and store 150+ pallets of books & media for our sales in our warehouse.
- Our sales raise 50% of our revenues for Hawai‘iʻs 51 public libraries.
- The 8,000 SF warehouse that we currently rent is bursting at the seams!
- Industrial warehouse space in Honolulu is quickly disappearing and the time is now to secure a location for a stable future.
$478,205 of $2.8 million raised
Resources
- FLH History – Founded in 1879
- Historical Photos
- 50 Reasons Real Books are Vastly Superior to Ebooks
- Millennials May Prefer Reading Paper Books Over E-Books
- Parents and Toddlers Interact More When Reading Paper Books Versus E-books.
- The Surprising Comeback of Vinyl Records
- Paper Books vs eBooks: The State of the Art of Reading
- Why Digital Reading is No Substitute for Print
- Seven Reasons Why Ebook Sales are Falling – and Print Book Sales are Rising Again – Inc.
- Ebook sales continue to fall as younger generations drive appetite for print
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.
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