Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• June 17, 2026 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
• Categories: Culture, Entertainment, Music
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Enjoy an evening performance by two local musicians, Satomi Ebisawa and Bill Lamden. Hear the beautiful music of a keyboard and flautist, both members of the Chamber Orchestra of Kona (COOK).

All attendees to programs and events during the Summer Reading Challenge at Kealakekua Library will receive a raffle ticket for a special branch prize to be drawn at the end of July!

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.

• June 18, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Learning
• Contact: 808-323-7585

From Yarn to Yay! Learn to knit today!

Want to learn to knit? Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where we’ll teach you the basics, from casting on to creating your first project! All supplies provided.

Learn:

• Basic knit and purl stitches
• How to read simple patterns

Program suitable for ages 8 and up. Advance RSVP required. Sign up below or call the library.

Generously sponsored by F.O.L.K.

All attendees to programs and events during the Summer Reading Challenge at Kealakekua Library will receive a raffle ticket for a special branch prize to be drawn at the end of July!

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.

• June 19, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Entertainment, Food, Learning, Science
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Think you’re good at giving directions? Put your skills to the test in our Exact Instructions Challenge! In this hands-on activity, participants will try to guide a “sandwich maker” through the process of making a peanut butter & jelly sandwich—using only their written instructions. Sounds easy… or is it?

All materials are generously provided by Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.)

All attendees to programs and events during the Summer Reading Challenge at Kealakekua Library will receive a raffle ticket for a special branch prize to be drawn at the end of July!

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.

• June 23, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books, Culture, Environment, Food, Learning, Reading programs, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Farm to Keiki First Foods Storytime is a four week series designed for children ages 0-5 and their parent/caregiver.  Each week features one Hawaiian food: kalo, banana, breadfruit and sweet potato.  Keiki will learn about healthy foods through stories, songs, rhymes and movement followed by an optional food tasting.

Open to families with children ages 0-5.  Pre-registration is required and space is limited to 6 families.  Families should plan to attend all four storytimes.

Tuesdays: June 9 and 23, July 7 and 21 from 10-11am.

Register Here for the Farm to Keiki Storytime Series!

Mahalo to Farm to Keiki for providing this opportunity!

All materials are generously provided by Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.)

All attendees to programs and events during the Summer Reading Challenge at Kealakekua Library will receive a raffle ticket for a special branch prize to be drawn at the end of July!

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.

• June 24, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books, Culture, Food, History, Writing
• Contact: 808-323-7585

All attendees to programs and events during the Summer Reading Challenge at Kealakekua Library will receive a raffle ticket for a special branch prize to be drawn at the end of July!

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.

• June 24, 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.).

All attendees to programs and events during the Summer Reading Challenge at Kealakekua Library will receive a raffle ticket for a special branch prize to be drawn at the end of July!

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. 

• June 25, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Learning
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Get creative and design your own beautiful earrings! Learn simple techniques to shape wire into elegant spirals and add beads for a one-of-a-kind accessory. No experience needed, just bring your creativity!

Welcoming adults. Space is limited so sign up today by registering below or call the library (808-323-7585) for more information and to sign up.

All materials are generously provided by Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.)

All attendees to programs and events during the Summer Reading Challenge at Kealakekua Library will receive a raffle ticket for a special branch prize to be drawn at the end of July!

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.

• June 26, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, Films & Movies, Games, Learning
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Learn to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG)! Demo decks will be provided for learning and casual game play.

This program is especially for kids ages 5-14 but fans of all ages are welcome to join. Young children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Spaces are limited: RSVP below or contact the library 808-323-7585 to sign up or with any questions.

All attendees to programs and events during the Summer Reading Challenge at Kealakekua Library will receive a raffle ticket for a special branch prize to be drawn at the end of July!

We are accepting donations of new or old Pokémon Trading Cards. This program is thanks to a partnership with AASL/ALSC and the Pokémon Company.

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. 

• June 29, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Try your hands at making quilled earrings! Create a set of earrings to take home and learn about quilling.

Program is suitable for adults and class is limited.

Register below or call the library (808)323-7585 for assistance.

All materials are generously provided by Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.)

All attendees to programs and events during the Summer Reading Challenge at Kealakekua Library will receive a raffle ticket for a special branch prize to be drawn at the end of July!

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.

• June 30, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
• Categories: Food, Learning, Science
• Contact: 808-323-7585

E Heluhelu Kākou: ʻUmeke Kāʻeo

Fill your head with knowledge and your tummy with food! A delicious spin on our science labs. These science programs will feature food science. The programs will begin at 10am and may last up to two hours.

We welcome ages 5+ for these programs. Young children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Mark your calendars for:

Tuesday June 30: 10am-12pm

Tuesday July 14 10am-12pm

Tuesday July 28: 10am-12pm

All materials are generously provided by Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.)

All attendees to programs and events during the Summer Reading Challenge at Kealakekua Library will receive a raffle ticket for a special branch prize to be drawn at the end of July!

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.