Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• December 9, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Learning, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-335-8418

Join Ms. Mindy for movement, music & stories.

Suitable for keiki ages 2 – 5 years old. Must be accompanied by parent or caregiver.

Programming and supplies supported by the Friends of the Hanapēpē Public 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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• December 9, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Games
• Contact: 808-335-8418

Bridge is a four-player partnership trick-taking card game. Mahjong is now played on Wednesday afternoon.

Join others interested in learning either game that challenges the brain! A way to practice strategy, wit and skill!

Adults and teens 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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• December 10, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Games
• Contact: 808-335-8418

Mahjong is a game played with colorful tiles, with a rich history.

Join others interested in learning this game that challenges the brain! A way to practice strategy, wit and skill!

Adults and teens 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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• December 10, 2025 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
• Categories: Books, Reading programs
• Contact: 808-335-8418

Listeners: Kindergarteners – 3rd graders

Readers: Ms. Mindy, 4th-12th graders, adults

Hearing books read aloud improves listening and reading skills. Reading builds confidence. Share a love of books & reading with us!

Funny stories, classic tales, short stories and chapter books
We’ll enjoy a variety of tales. Please return weekly to hear more stories & chapters.

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 on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• December 16, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Learning, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-335-8418

Join Ms. Mindy for movement, music & stories.

Suitable for keiki ages 2 – 5 years old. Must be accompanied by parent or caregiver.

Programming and supplies supported by the Friends of the Hanapēpē Public 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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• December 16, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Games
• Contact: 808-335-8418

Bridge is a four-player partnership trick-taking card game. Mahjong is now played on Wednesday afternoon.

Join others interested in learning either game that challenges the brain! A way to practice strategy, wit and skill!

Adults and teens 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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• December 17, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Games
• Contact: 808-335-8418

Mahjong is a game played with colorful tiles, with a rich history.

Join others interested in learning this game that challenges the brain! A way to practice strategy, wit and skill!

Adults and teens 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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• December 17, 2025 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
• Categories: Books, Reading programs
• Contact: 808-335-8418

Listeners: Kindergarteners – 3rd graders

Readers: Ms. Mindy, 4th-12th graders, adults

Hearing books read aloud improves listening and reading skills. Reading builds confidence. Share a love of books & reading with us!

Funny stories, classic tales, short stories and chapter books
We’ll enjoy a variety of tales. Please return weekly to hear more stories & chapters.

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 on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• December 18, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
• Categories: Books, Holiday Season, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-335-8418

Celebrate the holiday season at the Library!

Santa Claus will be spreading joy through a delightful 30-minute story session, sharing beloved holiday tales, and taking photos with keiki and their families. Use your own camera to capture the special moment with Santa! Keiki will receive a special gift, while supplies last.

Recommended for children ages 3 to 6, but all ages are welcome to this free event. All children must be accompanied by a parent or 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.

• December 23, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Learning, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-335-8418

Join Ms. Mindy for movement, music & stories.

Suitable for keiki ages 2 – 5 years old. Must be accompanied by parent or caregiver.

Programming and supplies supported by the Friends of the Hanapēpē Public 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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.