Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• November 17, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Learning
• Contact: 808-775-8881

Ever wanted to try this fun, portable, and practical craft? Or maybe you already know how, but need help learning to read patterns? Come join a crochet circle led by local resident Khedija Threlkeld. Basic materials will be provided. Bring your own project, or start a new one here with us!

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. For a list of upcoming library events, visit HSPLS Events Calendar.

• November 18, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Health & Wellness
• Contact: 808-775-8881

A Social Services Navigator from Vibrant Hawaii will be on the library lanai to offer first-come, first-served navigation and appointment setting. Get help with SNAP, MedQuest, the Federal Marketplace, mental health resources, domestic violence support, family services, kūpuna assistance, home repair loans, volunteer opportunities, emergency rental aid, and more. Stop by to talk story and find the support you need. Together, we can do so much.

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. Events will not be held on State holidays.

• November 18, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books, Community, Entertainment, Learning, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-775-8881

Please join us every Tuesday at 10 am for a fun and educational family storytime. This program is geared towards families with children ages 0-5. We’ll sing songs, read stories, make crafts, and meet new friends!

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 20, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Culture
• Contact: 808-775-8881

Please join us for our second annual Tiny Art Show gallery opening! All submitted artworks will be on display for the community to view, with nothing larger than 3×3 inches. All pieces must be submitted by the end of October to be included in the show. Bring your friends and family! Dress to impress! Tiny Art Show is sponsored by Friends of the Libraries, Hamakua.

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.

• November 24, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books, Community, Learning, Photography, Poetry, Writing
• Contact: 808-775-8881

Are you curious about zines? Zines (short for magazines) are DIY publications that anyone can create. They’re a fun way to share your creative ideas with the world, and are easy to reproduce for distribution using our library copier (copying costs will be covered during the event). Work on your ideas, bring a favorite zine to share, and browse Bowie’s zine collection for inspiration. All supplies (collage materials, paper, pens/pencils) will be provided, but feel free to bring in your own if you like. This event is geared towards teens and adults.

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.

• November 25, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Health & Wellness
• Contact: 808-775-8881

A Social Services Navigator from Vibrant Hawaii will be on the library lanai to offer first-come, first-served navigation and appointment setting. Get help with SNAP, MedQuest, the Federal Marketplace, mental health resources, domestic violence support, family services, kūpuna assistance, home repair loans, volunteer opportunities, emergency rental aid, and more. Stop by to talk story and find the support you need. Together, we can do so much.

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. Events will not be held on State holidays.

• November 25, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books, Community, Entertainment, Learning, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-775-8881

Please join us every Tuesday at 10 am for a fun and educational family storytime. This program is geared towards families with children ages 0-5. We’ll sing songs, read stories, make crafts, and meet new friends!

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.

• December 2, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Health & Wellness
• Contact: 808-775-8881

A Social Services Navigator from Vibrant Hawaii will be on the library lanai to offer first-come, first-served navigation and appointment setting. Get help with SNAP, MedQuest, the Federal Marketplace, mental health resources, domestic violence support, family services, kūpuna assistance, home repair loans, volunteer opportunities, emergency rental aid, and more. Stop by to talk story and find the support you need. Together, we can do so much.

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. Events will not be held on State holidays.

• December 2, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books, Community, Entertainment, Learning, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-775-8881

Please join us every Tuesday at 10 am for a fun and educational family storytime. This program is geared towards families with children ages 0-5. We’ll sing songs, read stories, make crafts, and meet new friends!

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.

• December 9, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Health & Wellness
• Contact: 808-775-8881

A Social Services Navigator from Vibrant Hawaii will be on the library lanai to offer first-come, first-served navigation and appointment setting. Get help with SNAP, MedQuest, the Federal Marketplace, mental health resources, domestic violence support, family services, kūpuna assistance, home repair loans, volunteer opportunities, emergency rental aid, and more. Stop by to talk story and find the support you need. Together, we can do so much.

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. Events will not be held on State holidays.