Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• November 4, 2025 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, Games, Learning
• Contact: 808-327-4327

Join the fun to learn new skills and participate in friendly competition!

Chess players of all skill levels and all ages are welcome to attend. Call the library if you’re interested in volunteering to teach!

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this program!

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. For a schedule of events, go to the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• November 4, 2025 @ 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Entertainment, Games, Learning
• Contact: 808-327-4327

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this program.

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. 

• November 5, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
• Categories: Computer classes (free!), Health & Wellness, Learning, Science, Technology
• Contact: 808-327-4327

Free computer classes on November 5th and 12th; space is limited. 

Class 1 will get you started, Class 2 is a deeper dive. Both classes will cover:

Telehealth Usage

• Learn telehealth basics
• How to use Zoom video calls
• MyChart & other patient portals

Online Safety

• How to connect to Wifi
• Learn to browse the web safely
• Learn about passwords protection & scams

To register, please contact the library at 808-327-4327 or visit Kona Mapunawai Registration Page

Participants may qualify for a free refurbished laptop after attending classes.

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.

• November 5, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Health & Wellness
• Contact: 808-327-4327

Social Service Navigator Heather Rosehill from Vibrant Hawaii will be on-site to offer first-come, first-served navigation and appointment setting.

Wednesdays, 12 – 4pm on November 5, 12, 19, 26.

Get help with housing applications, SNAP, financial assistance (SSI/SSDI, TANF) and necessary documents, MedQuest, Federal Marketplace, mental health resources, domestic violence support, family services, emergency rental aid, and more.

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.

• November 5, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Books, Branch book clubs, Entertainment, Learning
• Contact: 808-327-4327

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this program!

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. For a schedule of events, go to the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• November 6, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Community, Culture, Health & Wellness, Learning
• Contact: 808-327-4327

Join Family Hui Hawai’i for:

• 4 interactive workshops for families with young children 0-5 years old
• Learning through play with your child
• Receive a copy of the Embracing Your Journey As Your Child’s First Teacher family guide
• Receive children’s books and take-home activities weekly

This is the third in a four-part series, on four consecutive Thursdays: 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13

Pre-registration is required (familyhui.as.me/jwhawaii): Register with Family Hui Hawai’i!

This program is suitable for families. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

Mahalo nui to Family Hui Hawai’i for leading this program series!

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 at librarieshawaii.org/events.

• November 8, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
• Categories: Community, Learning, Music, Reading programs, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-327-4327

Join Julia for stories, songs, and play to strengthen our preschoolers’ early literacy skills!

This program is suitable for ages 3-5 years old.

Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this program!

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 schedules are subject to change.

• November 8, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Learning, Science, Technology
• Contact: 808-327-4327

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this program.

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. 

• November 8, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, Music
• Contact: 808-327-4327

This November, enjoy the sounds and voices of our community by celebrating our local musicians!

Featuring: Danny Almonte

Slack-key guitarist Danny Almonte has recorded two albums, “My Island Songs” and “Kona Days.” He also worked for Hawai’i Forest and Trails as a tour guide for over 30 years.  Sit back, enjoy the music, and talk story!  

Young children must be accompanied by caregiver.

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this program!

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.

• November 12, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
• Categories: Community, Learning, Music, Reading programs, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-327-4327