Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• June 30, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-733-8422

Anoʻai me ke aloha!  This Summer Kaimukī Public Library is offering a Basic Hawaiian Language class for those interested in learning ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi in a fun and engaging way.  This class taught by Librarian Moki Renti Cruz will incorporate Hawaiian songs as a tool to help build vocabulary and understand sentence structure.  No prior music experience needed.

Did you know that before the Hawaiian language was first printed in the 1820s, it was passed down orally for generations? It’s a rich and beautiful tradition we are excited to share with you!

This class is recommended for youth ages 13 and up.  Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

To register for this program please sign up at the Adult Reference Desk or give us a call at: (808)733-8422. For more information please contact our library at: (808)733-8422.

Please don’t wait to register, as we are limiting the class size to 20 individuals. 

E ola mau ka ʻōlelo 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.

• July 2, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
• Categories: Culture, Entertainment, Films & Movies, History, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-733-8422

Join us as we celebrate Mele, our 2025 Summer Reading theme, with a free local documentary film screening!

“The History of the Sons of Hawai‘i” is an award-winning documentary that tells the story of the charismatic band that helped launch the Hawaiian cultural renaissance. Spanning forty years of Hawaiʻi’s rich musical tradition, the 80-minute film offers an intimate look at a unique group of performers and composers: their songs, their humor, and their devotion to a sound that continues to convey something essential about the Hawaiian spirit. Suitable for ages 7 and up.

Free documentary copies will be provided at the event, while supplies last.

Mahalo to The Hawaiian Legacy Foundation for generously sponsoring this film screening event and for their gracious donation of film copies.

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.

• July 7, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-733-8422

Anoʻai me ke aloha!  This Summer Kaimukī Public Library is offering a Basic Hawaiian Language class for those interested in learning ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi in a fun and engaging way.  This class taught by Librarian Moki Renti Cruz will incorporate Hawaiian songs as a tool to help build vocabulary and understand sentence structure.  No prior music experience needed.

Did you know that before the Hawaiian language was first printed in the 1820s, it was passed down orally for generations? It’s a rich and beautiful tradition we are excited to share with you!

This class is recommended for youth ages 13 and up.  Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

To register for this program please sign up at the Adult Reference Desk or give us a call at: (808)733-8422. For more information please contact our library at: (808)733-8422.

Please don’t wait to register, as we are limiting the class size to 20 individuals. 

E ola mau ka ʻōlelo 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.

• July 9, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, Films & Movies, History, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-733-8422

Join us as we celebrate Mele with a free local documentary film screening!

Li‘a: The Legacy of a Hawaiian Man is an award-winning documentary that celebrates the music and spirit of revered Big Island performer and composer, Sam Liʻa Kalainaina (1881-1975). It is also about a place, Waipi‘o Valley, and a life shaped and nourished by that place. This 74-minute film is suitable for ages 7 and up.

Free documentary copies will be provided, while supplies last.

Mahalo to The Hawaiian Legacy Foundation for generously sponsoring this film screening event and for their gracious donation of DVD and CD copies.

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.

• July 10, 2025 @ 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
• Categories: Entertainment, Films & Movies, Music
• Contact: 808-733-8422

Five high-school students in detention become friends and form a pop band that resonates with fellow classmates who are shunned by their elitist peers.

Get into the heart and spirit of this year’s summer reading challenge theme, mele, with some music-filled movies! From Disney Channel original movies to box office films, enjoy the journey that can only be found with the power of music. This program series is for teens and tweens, and will be held in the Meeting Room.

Some light refreshments and popcorn will be provided. Please feel free to bring your own treats as well.

This film is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association for mild bullying. Parental guidance is suggested.

Mahalo to the Friends of Kaimukī Public 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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• July 13, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books, Community, Entertainment, Learning, Music, Reading programs, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-733-8422

Join Uncle Tim every Sunday morning at 10:30am for Family Storytime at Kaimuki Public Library. Families can enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, bubbles, and time for coloring or a small craft. Best for ages 3-5,  but all ages are welcome. 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 the 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, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
• Categories: Culture, Entertainment, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-733-8422

Join us for an enchanting woodwind quintet concert that blends the elegance of classical music, the charm of popular tunes, and the warmth of Hawaiian mele! This engaging performance will showcase the beautiful sounds of the flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and French horn, taking you on a journey through diverse musical styles. Discover the unique voices of each instrument during a special instrument demonstration and explanation, and don’t miss the opportunity to ask questions in a short, interactive Q & A session. As we explore these melodies, experience firsthand how the power of music can comfort, heal, and uplift the soul, creating a sense of peace and connection. 

Mahalo to the Friends of Kaimuki 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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• July 14, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-733-8422

Anoʻai me ke aloha!  This Summer Kaimukī Public Library is offering a Basic Hawaiian Language class for those interested in learning ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi in a fun and engaging way.  This class taught by Librarian Moki Renti Cruz will incorporate Hawaiian songs as a tool to help build vocabulary and understand sentence structure.  No prior music experience needed.

Did you know that before the Hawaiian language was first printed in the 1820s, it was passed down orally for generations? It’s a rich and beautiful tradition we are excited to share with you!

This class is recommended for youth ages 13 and up.  Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

To register for this program please sign up at the Adult Reference Desk or give us a call at: (808)733-8422. For more information please contact our library at: (808)733-8422.

Please don’t wait to register, as we are limiting the class size to 20 individuals. 

E ola mau ka ʻōlelo 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.

• July 16, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, Films & Movies, History, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-733-8422

Join us as we celebrate Mele with a free local documentary film screening!

Those Who Came Before: The Musical Journey of Eddie Kamae pays tribute to three remarkable teachers that have guided Eddie Kamae: the great author and translator Mary Kawena Pukui, the “Songwriter of Waipiʻo” Sam Liʻa, and “Aloha Chant” author Pilahi Paki. One by one, they entrusted Eddie with key pieces of Hawaiʻi’s heritage – inspiring him to understand, perform, and pass that heritage on to the children of Hawaiʻi. This 57-minute film is suitable for ages 7 and up.

Free documentary copies will be provided, while supplies last.

Mahalo to The Hawaiian Legacy Foundation for generously sponsoring this film screening event and for their gracious donation of film copies.

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.

• July 17, 2025 @ 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
• Categories: Entertainment, Films & Movies, Music
• Contact: 808-733-8422

Set in Baltimore during the 1960s TV dance-show craze, Hairspray tells the story of zaftig high school “hairhopper” Tracy Turnblad as she graduates from outsider to celebrity trendsetter.  With the help of her friends and family, she stars on “The Corny Collins Show,” and kicks down the barriers to racial integration on local television—all without messing up her hair!

Get into the heart and spirit of this year’s summer reading challenge theme, mele, with some music-filled movies! From Disney Channel original movies to box office films, enjoy the journey that can only be found with the power of music. This program series is for teens and tweens, and will be held in the Meeting Room.

Some light refreshments and popcorn will be provided. Please feel free to bring your own treats as well.

This film is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association for strong language, some suggestive content and momentary teen smoking. Children under 14 are to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Mahalo to the Friends of Kaimukī Public 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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.