Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• May 5, 2026 @ 9:15 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Games
• Contact: 808-832-3466

Come enjoy games and puzzles at the library!

A small selection of games and puzzles of different varieties and difficulties will be on hand. With games and puzzles, children can improve spatial awareness, cognitive abilities, social skills, and more through play. Suitable for all ages. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver at all times.

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 8, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Learning, Technology
• Contact: 808-832-3466

How can I get help with my job search and applying for a new job? How can I level up my computer skills and resume to be a better job candidate?

Visit the library to meet with a representative from WorkHawai`i who will help patrons answer these questions and more. Receive one-on-one job placement assistance and informational resources about WorkHawai`i programs. This program is a partnership with the City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Community Services.

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 8, 2026 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Culture
• Contact: 808-832-3466

Join librarian Ku’ulei Vaughan to make a simple ti-leaf lei as graduation season begins. All leaves are provided and were gathered from our library’s ʻāina (land). Program is suitable for those in Gr. 5 to Adults. There are 10 spots available, and sign-up is required, either in-person or by phone. There is no wait list, but walk-ins are welcome on the program day for any open spots.

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 9, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
• Categories: Health & Wellness, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-832-3466

Get your heart pumping at the library!

Learn how music and dancing helps keep our hearts, minds, and bodies healthy with school librarian & Zumba instructor Ruby Redona. A seasoned elementary school teacher and librarian, she is the K-3 Library Media Specialist at Kamehameha Schools – Kapālama. Ruby will lead the audience in a series of Zumba songs after her presentation.

Limit is 24 for the Zumba dance portion, and sign-up is required. Please contact the library to sign-up.

Program is suitable for an elementary-aged audience, but all ages are 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.

• May 12, 2026 @ 9:15 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-832-3466

Join us for keiki storytime.

Keiki will enjoy a few stories, rhymes or songs, and do a craft or creative activity. Materials will be provided. Program is best suited for children ages 3 – 5 years old, but families are welcome. 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. All programs are subject to change.

• May 12, 2026 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
• Categories: Community, Learning
• Contact: 808-832-3466

High school students: do you need a spot to study for finals or finish a project? Stop by our study room for just this week! You can study solo or quietly in a small group. The Teen librarian will monitor the room and there will be House Rules to follow. You may bring in outside food & drink. Main details:

• Study Room days: May 12 to 14 from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
• The Study Room is only for high school students in grades 9 – 12.
• A light snack will be available daily while supplies last and the item will vary.

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 13, 2026 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
• Categories: Community, Learning
• Contact: 808-832-3466

High school students: do you need a spot to study for finals or finish a project? Stop by our study room for just this week! You can study solo or quietly in a small group. The Teen librarian will monitor the room and there will be House Rules to follow. You may bring in outside food & drink. Main details:

• Study Room days: May 12 to 14 from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
• The Study Room is only for high school students in grades 9 – 12.
• A light snack will be available daily while supplies last and the item will vary.

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 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
• Categories: Community, Learning
• Contact: 808-832-3466

High school students: do you need a spot to study for finals or finish a project? Stop by our study room for just this week! You can study solo or quietly in a small group. The Teen librarian will monitor the room and there will be House Rules to follow. You may bring in outside food & drink. Main details:

• Study Room days: May 12 to 14 from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
• The Study Room is only for high school students in grades 9 – 12.
• A light snack will be available daily while supplies last and the item will vary.

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 19, 2026 @ 9:15 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-832-3466

Join us for keiki storytime.

Keiki will enjoy a few stories, rhymes or songs, and do a craft or creative activity. Materials will be provided. Program is best suited for children ages 3 – 5 years old, but families are welcome. 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. All programs are subject to change.

• May 26, 2026 @ 9:15 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-832-3466

Join us for keiki storytime.

Keiki will enjoy a few stories, rhymes or songs, and do a craft or creative activity. Materials will be provided. Program is best suited for children ages 3 – 5 years old, but families are welcome. 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. All programs are subject to change.