Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• November 4, 2026 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
• Categories: Entertainment, Games, Learning
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Are you ready for the challenge? Bring your own board, or use the library’s on the first Wednesday of every month. All ages and skill levels welcome.

• November 4, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, History, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Join us for live classical music with the West Hawaii Woodwind Quintet, one of the Kamuela Philharmonicʻs chamber ensembles. Free and suitable for all ages. Young children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Sponsored through a grant from the County of Hawaiʻi.

• November 10, 2026 @ 3:15 pm - 3:45 pm
• Categories: Learning, Research, Science, Technology
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Science sparks at your library!

Each month brings a surprise hands-on science activity – mix, build, explore, and discover something new! For curious kids ages 6 and up. Come spark your imagination!

Recommended for children ages 6 and older. Young children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. No registration required.

Program sponsored by Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.)

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. All programs are subject to change.

• November 17, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books, Entertainment, Holiday Season (December), Learning
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Start decorating for the holidays with some recycled book art! Create a one-of-a kind tree that you can display year after year. Welcoming ages 13+, advanced registration required. Sign up online or call the library (808-323-7585) for assistance. 

• November 18, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, Music
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Kona Aloha Singers Youth Chorus is a singing group made up of students of all ages from all over Kona! They focus on singing fun, contemporary pop songs, including favorites from movies! See them at the library as one of their first performances of the season. They perform several times each season, including performances at Keauhou Shopping Center, West Hawai’i Civic Center, and of course the grand finale concert at the Aloha Theatre! If you like what you hear, join us at the Aloha Theatre December 13 for more songs, a live band, and lots of fun! More info at Kona Aloha Singers Aloha Open Chorus Open House. 

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change. 

• November 18, 2026 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
• Categories: Books, Community, Learning, Poetry, Writing
• Contact: 808-323-7585

We invite you to a dedicated evening for writing, collaboration, and creative exchange. Work independently or share ideas with other writers. This is our third writer’s event and we’re grateful for the interest from our local creatives! 

We welcome adults for this program. No sign-up required. Light snacks will be provided. Generously sponsored by Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.).

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change. 

• November 19, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Culture, Entertainment, Films & Movies, Food, Music
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Mickey turns 98 years old this year, let’s celebrate by creating your own Mickey Ears! Sing Happy Birthday to Mickey and enjoy a cupcake. Be sure to wear your favorite party outfit!

• November 20, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Holiday Season (December), Learning
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Create unique and beautiful gift toppers for all your holiday wrapping needs using a simple quilling technique. All supplies provided by funding from Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.). Welcoming ages 12+. Advanced registration required. Sign up online or call the library (808-323-7585) for assistance. 

• November 25, 2026 @ 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, Games, Learning
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Welcome Trainers!

You’ve been practicing – now it’s time to put your knowedge and skills to the test! Have fun, be kind, and do your best! This tournament is about learning, making friends, and enjoying Pokémon together. Welcoming children and teens ages 5-18. Advanced registration is required. Call the library (808-323-7585) to sign up.

Details below:

Tournament Format 

 Everyone plays in every round. 

• Players will be matched against others with similar records. 
• No one is eliminated after a loss. 
• Each round lasts 30 minutes. 
• Match Points: 
• Win = 3 points 
• Tie = 1 point 
• Loss = 0 points 

After your match is over, report your points to a Judge. The players with the most points at the end of the tournament will be our Tournament Champions!

The Rules

• Be respectful to all players. 
• Shake hands, fist bump, or say “Good game” after each match.  
• Be patient with younger or newer players. 
• Have fun!
• Use your own deck or borrow from the library (only one EX/GX/Mega/V card per deck). 
• Shuffle your deck before each game. 
• Play to 4 prize cards. 
• If you need help with a rule, raise your hand for a Judge. Judge decisions are final. 
• Players will be notified when there are 5 minutes remaining in the match. When time is called the match is over. If no winner is determined, the match is a tie. 

 This program is thanks to a partnership with AASL/ALSC and the Pokémon Company. Additional supplies are generously funded by Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.).

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change. 

• November 27, 2026 @ 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, Music
• Contact: 808-323-7585

A sweet preview of the Nutcracker Ballet, based on E.T.A. Hoffman’s story The Nutcracker and the Mouse King—performed to the melodic music of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, which will be  performed at the Aloha Threatre and Kahilu Theatre this December. Students from West Hawaii Dance Theatre will delight with this classic holiday story as we head into the holiday season. This free program is for all ages. Young children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.