Oct 5-11 | Celebrating our Freedom to Read

Posted on: October 3, 2025 | Category: News

Freedom to Read text with stack of booksWhat does Freedom to Read mean to you? For Hawaiʻi’s public libraries, it means ensuring that you have access to a wide range of materials that express diverse opinions.

We invite you to help us celebrate the freedom to read by participating in interactive displays at each branch October 5- 11, 2025. You can join the conversation by sharing what you’re reading or providing a recommendation to others. Look for the poster and stickers in your branch.

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ALERT | Support Hawaiʻi’s communities by donating canned and nonperishable food items at your local public library during the week of November 3–7.

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ALERT | In holiday observance of Veterans Day, all public libraries will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Thanksgiving Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Christmas Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, December 25, 2025.

ALERT | In holiday observance of New Year's Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, January 1, 2026.