Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• August 20, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
• Categories: Books, Community, Health & Wellness, Learning, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-259-2610

For those 3 years of age and older.  We will move, sing, stretch, breathe and read.  Join Aunty Taryn as she leads the group in songs filled with yoga poses as well as breathing exercises.  All kids must be accompanied by an adult.  Please bring a towel or yoga mat for anyone participating.

If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library 48 hours prior to the program date. We will make every attempt to fulfill all requestsfor accommodations. All programs are subject to change.

• August 21, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
• Categories: Books, Community, Learning, Music, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-259-2610

Themed stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and a simple craft. This 45-minute program is suitable for children ages 2 to 5 and their adult caregiver.  We use a parent participation model, please come ready to have fun with your keiki at the 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.

• August 22, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
• Categories: Books, Community
• Contact: 808-259-2610

Join Maka’ala for a reading and talkstory about his book Nā Wahine Kahuna ‘Ekolu:  Three Women Masters of Old Hawai’i in which he shares how his three kumu (Aunty Margaret Machado, ‘Iolani Luahine, and Morrnah Simeona) profoundly shaped him as a member of the first Hōkūleʻa crew in 1976 and throughout his decades of practice as a Native Hawaiian healer and teacher.

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. 

• August 27, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books
• Contact: 808-259-2610

Make your own Lauhala Ornament as part of a FREE parent and keiki bookmaking experience.  Parents will learn to spark positive engagement with their keiki while making a Lauhala Ornament and taking photos of the activity.  Parents will learn to engage in meaningful “talk story” with their keiki about the experience and create a special book about the experience.  Recommended for parents and keiki ages 3 and older.  Young children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.  Please arrive at 5:00 pm to register your ‘ohana.

Learn more about the SHELLS+ process by viewing the SHELLS Overview with Naomi.  This program is sponsored by Hawai‘i Positive Engagement Project.

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. 

• August 28, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
• Categories: Books, Community, Learning, Music, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-259-2610

Themed stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and a simple craft. This 45-minute program is suitable for children ages 2 to 5 and their adult caregiver.  We use a parent participation model, please come ready to have fun with your keiki at the 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.

• September 10, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Health & Wellness
• Contact: 808-259-2610

Hakalau is the means for entering a positive, relaxed state of expanded awareness, with many applications in life.  Learn more about Hakalau with Poˋokela E. L. Kanoaokalani (Kanoa) Switzer, a native Hawaiian Hoˋoponopono and Laˋau kahea practitioner.

Participants will receive a Wellness Kit for attending a program, while supplies last.  Programs are sponsored by a SPARK ALOHA grant through the Hawai‘i Positive Engagement Project and the Friends of Waimanalo 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. 

• September 17, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Health & Wellness
• Contact: 808-259-2610

This 2-hour journaling workshop with Myra Shindo invites you to slow down, reflect, and connect with your inner voice through guided prompts and creative expression.  Limited space, registration is required.  Call library to register 808-259-2610.

Participants will receive a Wellness Kit for attending a program, while supplies last.  Programs are sponsored by a SPARK ALOHA grant through the Hawai‘i Positive Engagement Project and the Friends of Waimanalo 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. 

• September 23, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
• Categories: Community, Health & Wellness
• Contact: 808-259-2610

Can diabetes be prevented or controlled?  ‘Ae hiki nō! Learn about diabetes, how a healthy diet can help you, and try some healthy food samples. Join May Kealoha, a registered nurse and nursing instructor, on your journey to a healthier lifestyle.

Participants will receive a Wellness Kit for attending a program, while supplies last.  Programs are sponsored by a SPARK ALOHA grant through the Hawai‘i Positive Engagement Project and the Friends of Waimanalo 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. 

• September 24, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Health & Wellness, Sports & Fitness
• Contact: 808-259-2610

All levels are welcome! In this class you’ll learn simple yet powerful practices that you can incorporate into your everyday life.  Class led by Susan Alden, an experienced Yoga Therapist with 25+ years of experience teaching all ages and levels.  Please bring a mat (if you have one), towel, and water.  Limited mats available for use.

Participants will receive a Wellness Kit for attending a program, while supplies last.  Programs are sponsored by a SPARK ALOHA grant through the Hawai‘i Positive Engagement Project and the Friends of Waimanalo 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.