Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• June 29, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Games
• Contact: 808-982-4281

Get ready for a summer full of mystery, puzzles, and fun! Hidden characters have escaped into the library — can you find them all?

Search high and low throughout the library to uncover clues, solve the monthly puzzle, and earn a prize! Each month brings a brand-new challenge, so be sure to come back for both the June and July scavenger hunts.

How It Works

• Find the hidden characters around the library
• Use the clues to solve the puzzle
• Turn in your completed entry for a prize!

Fun for all ages — everyone is welcome to participate!

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.

• July 1, 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.

• July 2, 2026 @ 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
• Categories: Games
• Contact: 808-982-4281

Get ready for a summer full of mystery, puzzles, and fun! Hidden characters have escaped into the library — can you find them all?

Search high and low throughout the library to uncover clues, solve the monthly puzzle, and earn a prize! Each month brings a brand-new challenge, so be sure to come back for both the June and July scavenger hunts.

How It Works

• Find the hidden characters around the library
• Use the clues to solve the puzzle
• Turn in your completed entry for a prize!

Fun for all ages — everyone is welcome to participate!

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.

• July 6, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Games
• Contact: 808-982-4281

Get ready for a summer full of mystery, puzzles, and fun! Hidden characters have escaped into the library — can you find them all?

Search high and low throughout the library to uncover clues, solve the monthly puzzle, and earn a prize! Each month brings a brand-new challenge, so be sure to come back for both the June and July scavenger hunts.

How It Works

• Find the hidden characters around the library
• Use the clues to solve the puzzle
• Turn in your completed entry for a prize!

Fun for all ages — everyone is welcome to participate!

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.

• July 8, 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.

• July 8, 2026 @ 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm
• Categories: Community, History, Learning
• Contact: 808-982-4281

Join us as we participate in a nationwide commemoration of the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Libraries and communities across the country will gather to read this historic document and reflect on the ideals of liberty, equality, and democracy that helped shape the United States.

This special event marks the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of the United States of America. Together, we will honor this important milestone in our nation’s history and consider how the Declaration’s promises continue to inspire generations today. Free and open to all ages.

Copies of the Declaration of Independence will be provided to attendees while supplies last.

Come be part of this historic nationwide observance and celebrate 250 years of American history.

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.

• July 9, 2026 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
• Categories: Environment, Learning
• Contact: 808-982-4281

Join us for an engaging community class exploring the foundations of healthy soil. Learn about different soil types, how soil supports plant and ecosystem health, and practical ways to improve poor or compacted soil using compost, mulch, cover crops, and regenerative gardening techniques. Perfect for home gardeners, farmers, and anyone interested in growing healthier plants naturally. Participants will also learn about soil biology, composting basics, and simple methods to build living, nutrient-rich soil in Hawaiʻi. 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.

• July 10, 2026 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Games
• Contact: 808-982-4281

Get ready for a summer full of mystery, puzzles, and fun! Hidden characters have escaped into the library — can you find them all?

Search high and low throughout the library to uncover clues, solve the monthly puzzle, and earn a prize! Each month brings a brand-new challenge, so be sure to come back for both the June and July scavenger hunts.

How It Works

• Find the hidden characters around the library
• Use the clues to solve the puzzle
• Turn in your completed entry for a prize!

Fun for all ages — everyone is welcome to participate!

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.

• July 13, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Games
• Contact: 808-982-4281

Get ready for a summer full of mystery, puzzles, and fun! Hidden characters have escaped into the library — can you find them all?

Search high and low throughout the library to uncover clues, solve the monthly puzzle, and earn a prize! Each month brings a brand-new challenge, so be sure to come back for both the June and July scavenger hunts.

How It Works

• Find the hidden characters around the library
• Use the clues to solve the puzzle
• Turn in your completed entry for a prize!

Fun for all ages — everyone is welcome to participate!

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.

• July 13, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
• Categories: Entertainment, 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.