Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• May 6, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Learning, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-982-4281

Come join us for storytime.  A fun and engaging opportunity to listen to a few stories.  In addition, foster a love for reading, enhance your imagination and creativity and strengthen literacy skills and cognitive development.  Children will have the chance to participate in a craft activity afterwards.  Materials will be provided.  Suitable for all ages.

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.

• May 7, 2026 @ 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
• Categories: Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-982-4281

Please join us for free ukulele classes which are designed for mixed ages. The classes are taught by Melissa Sigh. With twenty-six years of teaching experience, Melissa fosters student growth and joy through music-making, personal connection, and insightful support. No prior experience is required. You will learn several introductory ukulele chords. Younger keiki will participate in movement activities while older keiki and adults will progress to more challenging ukulele chords. Bring your own ukulele or use one supplied by the library.

This program is brought to you by Hawai’i State Foundation on Culture & the Arts and Hawai’i Community Foundation.

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.

• May 14, 2026 @ 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
• Categories: Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-982-4281

Please join us for free ukulele classes which are designed for mixed ages. The classes are taught by Melissa Sigh. With twenty-six years of teaching experience, Melissa fosters student growth and joy through music-making, personal connection, and insightful support. No prior experience is required. You will learn several introductory ukulele chords. Younger keiki will participate in movement activities while older keiki and adults will progress to more challenging ukulele chords. Bring your own ukulele or use one supplied by the library.

This program is brought to you by Hawai’i State Foundation on Culture & the Arts and Hawai’i Community Foundation.

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.

• May 21, 2026 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
• Categories: Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-982-4281

Please join us for free ukulele classes which are designed for mixed ages. The classes are taught by Melissa Sigh. With twenty-six years of teaching experience, Melissa fosters student growth and joy through music-making, personal connection, and insightful support. No prior experience is required. You will learn several introductory ukulele chords. Younger keiki will participate in movement activities while older keiki and adults will progress to more challenging ukulele chords. Bring your own ukulele or use one supplied by the library.

This program is brought to you by Hawai’i State Foundation on Culture & the Arts and Hawai’i Community Foundation.

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.

• May 28, 2026 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
• Categories: Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-982-4281

Please join us for free ukulele classes which are designed for mixed ages. The classes are taught by Melissa Sigh. With twenty-six years of teaching experience, Melissa fosters student growth and joy through music-making, personal connection, and insightful support. No prior experience is required. You will learn several introductory ukulele chords. Younger keiki will participate in movement activities while older keiki and adults will progress to more challenging ukulele chords. Bring your own ukulele or use one supplied by the library.

This program is brought to you by Hawai’i State Foundation on Culture & the Arts and Hawai’i Community Foundation.

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 2, 2026 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
• Categories: Health & Wellness, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-982-4281

Mr. Kneel uses beatboxing and rhymes to teach children the importance of a well balanced diet.

Mr. Kneel is an entertainer and educator who brings his fun, yet powerful, message of self respect to students and families with amazing talent and passion. A former inner-city teacher, now teaches with Hip Hop music, beat-boxing, and interactive games. Mr. Kneel has engaged and enriched well over 100,000 students at over 500 schools in 43 states! He has also been asked to make music and present for some of the world’s finest non-profits available to students, including: Rachel’s Challenge, Why Try, and Gabriel’s Foundation of Hope. Mr. Kneel not only wows the audience with years of experience as an entertainer, he also has the hands on teaching ability to educate along the way. Mr. Kneel always caters his workshop to the appropriate age level and the student interests.

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 3, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Learning, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-982-4281

Come join us for storytime.  A fun and engaging opportunity to listen to a few stories.  In addition, foster a love for reading, enhance your imagination and creativity and strengthen literacy skills and cognitive development.  Children will have the chance to participate in a craft activity afterwards.  Materials will be provided.  Suitable for all ages.

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 5, 2026 @ 12:00 pm - 3:30 pm
• Categories: Books, Learning, Reading programs
• Contact: 808-982-4281

Join us for a fun, interactive outdoor reading experience for the whole family!

Walk along the path as pages from Too Many Mangos come to life. Follow Kama and Nani as they help their grandpa pick mangos and discover the joy of sharing with others.

Event Highlights

• Interactive story stations along the walk
• Fun questions and activities for families at each stop
• A special take-home treat for participants who complete the StoryWalk

(Hint: it might be something sweet inspired by the story!)

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 8, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Environment, Learning
• Contact: 808-982-4281

Longevity Spinach, as the name implies, is celebrated for its health benefits. It is a great option for warmer climates where regular spinach does not grow well. It makes an excellent addition to your garden and diet. Join us in learning how to propagate and prepare this hearty green. If interested in signing up call the library or come by in person. Suitable for all ages.

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 10, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-982-4281

Come join us for storytime.  A fun and engaging opportunity to listen to a few stories.  In addition, foster a love for reading, enhance your imagination and creativity and strengthen literacy skills and cognitive development.  Children will have the chance to participate in a craft activity afterwards.  Materials will be provided.  Suitable for all ages.

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.