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New Staff Book Picks for Keiki & Teens

Want a good read? Your public library staff invites you to check out these recommended titles for children and teens. Select an age level. Then […]

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Find the Next Step in Your Career with HI CAN!

The Hawai’i Career Acceleration Navigator (HI CAN) is a user-friendly digital tool that supports Hawai’i jobseekers to identify resilient, lasting careers to support themselves, their […]

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Legal Information Help from the Supreme Court Law Library!

The Supreme Court Law Library has gathered a wealth of Hawai‘i specific and select national information resources regarding Landlord-Tenant, Homeowner, and Unemployment Insurance. The Library […]

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Hawaii State Legislature

The Legislative Session runs annually from January to May. To support our communities, the Hawaii State Public Library System will have resources to participate in the legislative process. Learn more about how to get involved or watch hearings now.

ALERT | The HSPLS website will undergo system maintenance on Thursday, March 9th from 8:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. HST. Some online services may be temporarily unavailable during this time. We apologize to our patrons for this inconvenience.

In state observance of Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole Day, libraries that are normally closed on Mondays will observe the holiday and be closed on Tuesday, March 28th.