Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• October 8, 2025 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
• Categories: Books, Reading programs
• Contact: 808-335-8418

Listeners: Kindergarteners – 3rd graders

Readers: Ms. Mindy, 4th-12th graders, adults

Hearing books read aloud improves listening and reading skills. Reading builds confidence. Share a love of books & reading with us!

Funny stories, classic tales, short stories and chapter books
We’ll enjoy a variety of tales. Please return weekly to hear more stories & chapters.

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• October 9, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
• Categories: Books, Branch book clubs, Reading programs
• Contact: 808-335-8418

Hello Beautiful : a novel
by Ann Napolitano

“Napolitano’s novel … follows four sisters whose family is thrown into disarray after one falls in love with a man whose childhood was marked by darkness and neglect … a saga of familial love, deception, and hope for healing while adeptly highlighting each family member’s unique position in the narrative. Napolitano’s characters can break your heart as they work to mend their own.” (Kirkus Reviews)​

Tea & cookies courtesy of the Friends of the Hanapēpē Public Library.​

​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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• October 10, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 3:35 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Entertainment, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-335-8418

Explore lines, shapes, and colors in a brand-new Honolulu Theatre for Youth (HTY) show that brings art to life. Built in collaboration with the educators at Capitol Modern, the Hawai‘i State Art Museum, this interactive play for our youngest audience members jumps off the page with plenty of movement, music and of course, adventure!

This free 35-minute event is suitable for ages 4 and up.  Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

“Line Circle Sphere” is sponsored by the Friends of the Library of Hawai‘i. Additional support provided by the Hawaiʻi State Foundation on Culture and the Arts and Hawaiʻi State Department of Health.

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.

• October 14, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-335-8418

Come join Aunty Jasmine with your keiki as they tell stories, sing songs, play with scarves and more to spark your little one’s imagination and kickstart their love of books!

Free book and craft for the first 20 keiki to register!

Register Now: Kaua’i Keiki Imagination Adventure with Family Hui Hawaii Registration Page

Hanapēpē Library 11:00 – 12:00pm

Waimea Library 3:00 – 4:00pm

Brought to you by Family Hui Hawaiʻi

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• October 14, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Games
• Contact: 808-335-8418

Mahjong is a game played with colorful tiles, with a rich history.

Bridge is a four-player partnership trick-taking card game.

Join others interested in learning either game that challenges the brain! A way to practice strategy, wit and skill!

Adults and teens welcome.

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• October 15, 2025 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
• Categories: Books, Reading programs
• Contact: 808-335-8418

Listeners: Kindergarteners – 3rd graders

Readers: Ms. Mindy, 4th-12th graders, adults

Hearing books read aloud improves listening and reading skills. Reading builds confidence. Share a love of books & reading with us!

Funny stories, classic tales, short stories and chapter books
We’ll enjoy a variety of tales. Please return weekly to hear more stories & chapters.

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• October 16, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Culture, History, Learning
• Contact: 808-335-8418

ʻAnakē Nani Higa, 90 years old, is sharing her expertise in the traditional weaving of Lauhala. Please join us. Together, we share the spirit of Hawaiʻian culture.

Reservations limited to 10 participants. Recommended for tweens 8-12, teens & adults.

Free! All materials will be provided.

Refreshments served courtesy of the Friends of the Hanapēpē Public Library.​

​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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• October 21, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Learning, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-335-8418

Join Ms. Mindy for movement, music & stories.

Suitable for keiki ages 2 – 5 years old. Must be accompanied by parent or caregiver.

Programming and supplies supported by the Friends of the Hanapēpē Public Library.

Due to Family Hui Hawaiʻi events at the same time, Tunes, Tales & Twirls is cancelled on Oct. 14, 28, Nov. 4, 18 and 25. Families with children 0-5 years old may register for Keiki Imagination Adventure and The Journey Workshops. Go to Journey Workshop: Kauai with Family Hui Hawaii Registration Page to register or ask at the desk.

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• October 21, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Games
• Contact: 808-335-8418

Mahjong is a game played with colorful tiles, with a rich history.

Bridge is a four-player partnership trick-taking card game.

Join others interested in learning either game that challenges the brain! A way to practice strategy, wit and skill!

Adults and teens welcome.

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• October 22, 2025 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
• Categories: Books, Reading programs
• Contact: 808-335-8418

Listeners: Kindergarteners – 3rd graders

Readers: Ms. Mindy, 4th-12th graders, adults

Hearing books read aloud improves listening and reading skills. Reading builds confidence. Share a love of books & reading with us!

Funny stories, classic tales, short stories and chapter books
We’ll enjoy a variety of tales. Please return weekly to hear more stories & chapters.

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.