Hawaii State
Public Library System

• July 27, 2024 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Learning, Science, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-933-8890

Join us for a special story time with Emily Peavy from Gemini Observatory, NSF NoirLab.  Emily is an astronomy educator and senior education and engagement assistant at Gemini Observatory in Hawaii. She will be reading, ” The Stuff Between the Stars: How Vera Rubin Discovered Most of the Universe”. Stay after the story for a fun craft! This program is suitable for children aged 5 and up. This free event is sponsored by Gemini Observatory.

• July 31, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
• Categories: Causes, Community, Culture, Learning, Science
• Contact: 808-933-8890

2024 is officially Ka Makahiki o Nā Manu Nahele (Year of the Forest Birds). Staff from the Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of Forestry & Wildlife will share information about Hawai‘i’s birds, the threats they face, and efforts to resist extinction. The interactive program will also allow you to hear the different birdsongs, watch a brief documentary featuring hula and other practices related to forest birds, take a virtual field trip to a conservation center, and view some creative clips of a youth video challenge on forest birds.

This free one-hour event is suitable for ages 5 and older.

For a complete schedule of “Year of the Forest Birds” programs, view our online events calendar.

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 31, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts
• Contact: 808-933-8890

Children are invited to stop in and make a summer reading themed craft.  Each week we will have a different craft available and will be suitable for children ages 5 and up.

This program is free. All materials will be provided courtesy of the Friends of the Hilo 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 at librarieshawaii.org/

• August 2, 2024 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
• Categories: Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-933-8890

Hello my friends! My name is Tigger.

I invite you to my home of stories each week. Come and listen to stories about faraway places, enjoy music that makes you move and wiggle as well as play games that build cooperation. Join me and uncle M every Friday for this entertaining story time.

Hoo-hoo-hoo-hoo! Let’s bounce to story time. Hope to see you here.

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.

• August 3, 2024 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Community, Entertainment
• Contact: 808-933-8890

Imagine It…Build It with Legos.

The library provides Lego enthusiasts with Legos for building and imaginative play for one hour. At the end of the hour, all works of art are displayed in our display case for the month. This program is suitable for ages 5 and up.  You are also invited to dress up as your favorite character during this time.

Hope to see you here.

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.

• August 9, 2024 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
• Categories: Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-933-8890

Hello my friends! My name is Tigger.

I invite you to my home of stories each week. Come and listen to stories about faraway places, enjoy music that makes you move and wiggle as well as play games that build cooperation. Join me and uncle M every Friday for this entertaining story time.

Hoo-hoo-hoo-hoo! Let’s bounce to story time. Hope to see you here.

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.

• August 16, 2024 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
• Categories: Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-933-8890

Hello my friends! My name is Tigger.

I invite you to my home of stories each week. Come and listen to stories about faraway places, enjoy music that makes you move and wiggle as well as play games that build cooperation. Join me and uncle M every Friday for this entertaining story time.

Hoo-hoo-hoo-hoo! Let’s bounce to story time. Hope to see you here.

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.

• August 17, 2024 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Books, Learning, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-933-8890

Join us for a special story time with children’s book author and Big Island resident Kimberly Woods. Kimberly will be reading her children’s book, “Mama, What If…”, a story about a turtle who struggles with overcoming his fears and navigating challenges.  Following the story there will be a discussion and an activity for the children.

This program is free. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This program has been generously funded via the Friends of the Hilo Public Library.

All programs are subject to change. 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. 

• August 20, 2024 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
• Categories: Books, Reading programs
• Contact: 808-933-8890

Tina is a certified Therapy Dog with the Alliance of Therapy Dogs, delighting in the company of people of all ages, with a special fondness for children. She loves a good book and eagerly awaits your visit to read to her and offer some gentle pets.

This program is free and suitable for ages 5 and up.  Parent or caregiver must be present when child is participating in 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. 

• August 22, 2024 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
• Categories: Books, Community, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-933-8890

Our community partner, Partners In Development Foundation, will be hosting a special story time and craft. Join us in the children’s room for this program. Recommend for ages 2 and up with adult supervision.  Caregivers and families welcome.

To learn more about the various programs offered by the Partners In Development Foundation visit: Partners In Development Foundation