Friends of the Library of Hawaii

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74th Annual Booksale

74th Annual • June 17 – 25, 2023

An island tradition for 74 years . . .

THE SALE RETURNS THIS JUNE, at Ward Village (in the former Pier1 Imports Store) at 1142 Auahi Street. The Friends of the Library of Hawai‘i (FLH) – 74th Annual Booksale is presented by Hawai‘i State Federal Credit Union (HSFCU) and Ward Village.

At Hawai‘i’s largest used booksale, you can choose from over 125,000 books in every category imaginable!

Since 1947, the FLH Annual Sale has invited Hawai‘i residents to browse selections of new and used, out-of-print and bestselling books and media. 74-years later, the sale is an island tradition and each summer thousands readers of all ages and backgrounds converge (normally at the McKinley High School cafeteria) for 11 days of bargains and a selection of titles to rival any bookstore.

Encompassing much more than books, the booksale will feature a selection of CDs, DVDs, comics and manga, and many more hard-to-find items. A popular section of the sale is the eclectic selection of donated ART. There is modern art, prints from local artists, lithographs, and sculpture.
Mahalo nui loa to the Hawai‘i State Federal Credit Union and Ward Village, our title sponsors, as well as to our other valued sponsors who include, Pension Services Corporation, Hawai‘i, Renée B. Fisher Foundation, and Rezents & Crowley, LLP.
Parking for the sale – there is plenty of free parking in the areas labeled with the blue “P”.

Volunteer at the Sale

It’s simple and quick.

Click the link below to choose the days and shifts that you would like to volunteer.

* Cashiers, please contact the FLH office at 536.4174 to sign-up. Mahalo!

Click to View Volunteer Opportunities on SignUp

 

FLH Membership

Support your public libraries through their Friends. Memberships are tax deductible and show your staunch support for our public libraries. The FLH EIN# is 99-6003670.

Become a member or renew your membership now. Mahalo for your Support!

Members GET IN EARLY
Members of Friends of the Library of Hawaiʻi and Hawaiʻi State Federal Credit Union get in early on Friday, June 16 from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. for a membersʻ preview night. The first 500 through the door get a free tote bag. Renew or become a member today! Not sure if your membership is still valid? Call us at (808) 536.4174 or email us.

Member Rare Book Evaluations
Plus, on membersʻ night, members are invited to bring up to two (2) books that they would like to be evaluated by Stefan Kruger of Rare Books Honolulu. The evaluation is free, and no offers will be made, but if you were ever curious about a book in your collection, Mr. Kruger may be able to give you more information and value estimates. *This is not an appraisal.

HSFCU Membership

Visit the Hawai‘i State Federal Credit Union website to learn more. FLH members may now join Hawai‘i State FCU!

2023 Annual Membership Meeting

Join us at the Friends of the Library of Hawai‘i Annual Meeting!
Where: Hawaiʻi State Library
When: February 22, 2023 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Pupu and refreshments will be available starting at 5:00 p.m. The program will include a short business meeting with a number of important votes. The Legislator of the Year award ceremony will follow the business meeting.

Join us in honoring our 2021 Legislator of the Year, Representative Justin Woodson, and our 2022 Legislator of the Year, Representative (now Lieutenant Governor) Sylvia Luke.

Attendees must RSVP to attend the annual meeting. Please RSVP below.

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Village Books & Music

The new Village Books & Music store by Friends of the Library of Hawai‘i is conveniently located at the former Sedona store in the Ward Centre Mall at 1200 Ala Moana Blvd. Ample free parking is available in the adjacent structure.  Thousands of books, CDs, DVDs, vinyl records, games, works of art, and much more are available for sale!

Generously sponsored by Ward Village and Hawai‘i State Federal Credit Union, the store initially opened to the public on Saturday, February 27, 2021 as a pop-up in the former Pier1 Home Goods space and moved into itʻs current, more permanent location on Oct. 19, 2021.

Inventory is restocked daily and rotated periodically. Please check back often for new items.

Visit

We are located in the mall next to Kid City. Our affordable prices are marked on the book with our barcode sticker on the back, or on the upper right corner of the first blank page.

  • Pollinator Craft Workshop – July 30th from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – No registration required. All supplies will be provided. Learn to make watering stations for our backyard pollinators. Plus a fun craft!

Hours

  • Monday
  • Tuesday
  • Wednesday
  • Thursday
  • Friday
  • Saturday
  • Sunday
  • CLOSED
  • 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
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  • 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
  • 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

 

Members’ Discounts

FLH Members and Hawaiʻi State FCU Members receive a 10% discount off of their purchase on Sundays. Proof of membership is required. We will have our list of members at the store. Members may present their membership card with I.D., or just an I.D. to be referenced to our list. If you sign-up that day, please show the confirmation email. In the case of a family membership, the named member must be present.

Safety

Face masks will be optional beginning March 26, 2022. All patrons must wear a face mask until March 26, 2022.  No exceptions. Hand sanitizer will be available at the entry.

Volunteer

If you feel comfortable, please pick up a shift at the bookstore! Join us every now and then, or make it a regular gig. Mahalo! Sign up here

 

 

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-
  • 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!

Welcome!

The Friends of the Library of Hawai‘i is a nonprofit organization whose primary objective is to maintain free public libraries in the State of Hawai‘i, to promote extension of library services throughout the State of Hawai‘i and to increase the facilities of the public library system of Hawai‘i by securing materials beyond the command of the ordinary library budget. Other objectives are to focus attention on libraries and to encourage and accept, by bequest or gift, donations of books, manuscripts, money, and other appropriate material that can enrich the cultural opportunities available to the people of Hawai‘i.

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