Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• July 1, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
• Categories: Causes, Community, Environment, Learning
• Contact: 808-377-2456

Celebrate the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge!

2025 has been proclaimed the Year of Our Community Forests in Hawai‘i! To celebrate, public libraries are partnering with the State Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of Forestry & Wildlife (DLNR-DOFAW) and other environmental organizations to offer a free educational and interactive program for all ages.

This one-hour event begins with a tree mele or ‘oli, includes a brief presentation on community forests, and will end with an engaging activity that highlights the importance of forest stewardship across our islands.

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 3, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-377-2456

Come join Aunty Beth at Storytime! We read books, sing songs, and make a craft suitable for children 2-5. Children need to be accompanied by an adult. See you soon!

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. The program schedule is subject to change.

• July 10, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-377-2456

Come join Aunty Beth at Storytime! We read books, sing songs, and make a craft suitable for children 2-5. Children need to be accompanied by an adult. See you soon!

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. The program schedule is subject to change.

• July 11, 2025 @ 11:30 am - 3:00 pm
• Categories: Games
• Contact: 808-377-2456

Interested in playing basic Chinese mahjong? Stop by the library for a chance to play! Tables are open for players with 6+ months of experience playing.

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 16, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
• Categories: Branch book clubs
• Contact: 808-377-2456

Share what’s on your summer shelf this July! Bring your own book to the Zoom meeting and discuss what you’ve been reading recently and what you’d recommend.

For more information or to register to attend, contact the library at 808-377-2456 during open hours.

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 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-377-2456

Come join Aunty Beth at Storytime! We read books, sing songs, and make a craft suitable for children 2-5. Children need to be accompanied by an adult. See you soon!

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. The program schedule is subject to change.

• July 18, 2025 @ 11:30 am - 3:00 pm
• Categories: Games
• Contact: 808-377-2456

Interested in playing basic Chinese mahjong? Stop by the library for a chance to play! Tables are open for players with 6+ months of experience playing.

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 19, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 11:45 am
• Categories: Culture, Entertainment, History, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-377-2456

Celebrate the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge!

Like a mele told through rhythm and motion, Japanese taiko drumming captures emotion and imagery without words. The Kenny Endo Taiko Ensemble brings this ancient art to life—depicting scenes of galloping archers, blooming flowers, and lively festivals through powerful drumming and expressive movement. Led by taiko master Kenny Endo, this free 45-minute performance blends cultural tradition with innovative artistry for an unforgettable storytelling experience. Suitable for all ages.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library of Hawai‘i and the 2025 Summer Reading sponsors. This is a production of the University of Hawaii at Mānoa Outreach College’s Statewide Cultural Extension Program with additional funding provided by the National Endowment for the Arts, Hawai‘i State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, and the University of Hawai‘i.

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.

Photo credit: Toyo Miyatake Studio

• July 24, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-377-2456

Come join Aunty Beth at Storytime! We read books, sing songs, and make a craft suitable for children 2-5. Children need to be accompanied by an adult. See you soon!

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. The program schedule is subject to change.

• July 25, 2025 @ 11:30 am - 3:00 pm
• Categories: Games
• Contact: 808-377-2456

Interested in playing basic Chinese mahjong? Stop by the library for a chance to play! Tables are open for players with 6+ months of experience playing.

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.