Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• November 22, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Writing
• Contact: 808-266-9911

Bring a parent(s) or grandparent(s) and create the beginnings of a journal that documents, creates, or preserves memories. Do you have family stories, creative ideas, special interests… Come and make a journal with family members. You can write, draw, do multi-media. Supplies will be provided. If you have photos or pictures you’d like to use, bring it with you. No sign-up needed but we only have supplies for up to 15 family groups.

Program is suitable for ages 7 and older. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.
Program is funded and sponsored by the Friends of Kailua 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.

• November 26, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-266-9911

Join the fun with stories, crafts, movement, and whatevahs! Keep keiki loving stories and stuffs! Meet Mr. Alligator. Find out what other programs we have for keiki. There’s lots to learn at Keiki Storytime.

Program is suitable for ages 5 and under. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

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.

• December 3, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-266-9911

Join the fun with stories, crafts, movement, and whatevahs! Keep keiki loving stories and stuffs! Meet Mr. Alligator. Find out what other programs we have for keiki. There’s lots to learn at Keiki Storytime.

Program is suitable for ages 5 and under. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

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.

• December 4, 2025 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
• Categories: Entertainment, Games, Learning
• Contact: 808-266-9911

Please join us for chess at the library every first and third Thursday night of the month!

Six boards will be available- first come, first serve

All experience levels are welcome

Recommended for ages 16 and older

Sponsored by the Friends of Kailua 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.  Program schedule is subject to change.

• December 6, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 9:30 am
• Categories: Books, Holiday Season, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-266-9911

Celebrate the holiday season at the Library!

Santa Claus will be spreading joy through a delightful 30-minute story session, sharing beloved holiday tales, and taking photos with keiki and their families. Use your own camera to capture the special moment with Santa! Keiki will receive a special gift, while supplies last.

Recommended for children ages 3 to 6, but all ages are welcome to this free event. All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

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.

• December 6, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Entertainment, Games, Music
• Contact: 808-266-9911

Please join us in celebrating Kailua Public Library’s 65th Anniversary!

9:00 a.m. – Santa Claus storytime
10:15 a.m. – Welcome and congratulatory messages
11:15 a.m. – Refreshments and keiki activities in the courtyard
2:00 p.m. – Musical performance by Jeff Peterson

Mahalo to the Friends of Kailua Library for sponsoring this event.

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.

• December 10, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-266-9911

Join the fun with stories, crafts, movement, and whatevahs! Keep keiki loving stories and stuffs! Meet Mr. Alligator. Find out what other programs we have for keiki. There’s lots to learn at Keiki Storytime.

Program is suitable for ages 5 and under. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

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.

• December 16, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books
• Contact: 808-266-9911

Bedazzled books are great gifts for the upcoming holiday season! Attendees can bring one book of choice to customize with gems. All art supplies will be provided by the library. Please visit our Reference Desk or call (808) 266-9911 by Monday, December 15th to RSVP.

This event is intended for Young Adults (ages 12-18). Limit of 10 patrons. Program is funded and sponsored by the Friends of Kailua 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.

• December 17, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-266-9911

Join the fun with stories, crafts, movement, and whatevahs! Keep keiki loving stories and stuffs! Meet Mr. Alligator. Find out what other programs we have for keiki. There’s lots to learn at Keiki Storytime.

Program is suitable for ages 5 and under. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

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.

• December 18, 2025 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
• Categories: Entertainment, Games, Learning
• Contact: 808-266-9911

Please join us for chess at the library every first and third Thursday night of the month!

Six boards will be available- first come, first serve

All experience levels are welcome

Recommended for ages 16 and older

Sponsored by the Friends of Kailua 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.  Program schedule is subject to change.