Hawaii State
Public Library System

• May 30, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
• Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-733-8422

Come on down and join us for Kanikapila Friday on the last Friday of each month from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM in our Library meeting Room!  We’ll be jamming to some great songs sourced from our Public Library Resources, although song recommendations will also be considered.  Players of all skill levels are also welcome, and you may either use an ʻukulele provided by the library  (subject to availability) or bring your own instrument along.

This event is suitable for anyone ages 10 and up.  Children must be accompanied by a parent of guardian.  Registration is recommended. We do recommend signing up in advance, so feel free to register at the Reference Desk or give us a call at (808) 733-8422. We can’t wait to see you there!

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.

• June 1, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books, Community, Entertainment, Learning, Music, Reading programs, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-733-8422

Join Uncle Tim every Sunday morning at 10:30am for Family Storytime at Kaimuki Public Library. Families can enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, bubbles, and time for coloring or a small craft. Best for ages 3-5,  but all ages are welcome. 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 the 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.

• June 1, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
• Categories: Culture, Entertainment, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-733-8422

Location Adult Reading Room

Enjoy the melodious sounds of a fascinating instrument, the harmonica or “mouth organ”, during this entertaining and informative program. Danilo Marrone will treat your ears, hearts and minds to this beloved instrument, which can be played and heard in all genres of music, including Hawaiian! Please join us for this performance and Q & A session. Registration is not required.

Mahalo to the Friends of Kaimuki Public Library for sponsoring this event.

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.

• June 3, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Learning
• Contact: 808-733-8422

Bon Season is upon us!  All are welcome to come and learn dances that are often danced at the bon dance; which for Hawai’i will be until October.  This program is fun for all ages and will be held in the Adult Reading Room!

For those of you who aren’t familiar with Bon Dances or Bon Odori, it is an annual Japanese Dance Festival that occurs during Obon season in the Summer.  It is a celebration of family, heritage, tradition, a celebration of life, and a way to honor ones’ ancestors.  Children under 12 need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Please bring water, a sweat towel, and comfortable footwear as we will be on our feet for most of the program.  Mahalo to the Hawaiʻi Shin Kobukai for doing this program for us!  Due to the limited space, Pre-registration for this program is advised. Please contact the Kaimukī Public Library at (808)733-8422 or come in-person at the Adult Reference Desk to register.

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.

• June 9, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-733-8422

Anoʻai me ke aloha!  This Summer Kaimukī Public Library is offering a Basic Hawaiian Language class for those interested in learning ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi in a fun and engaging way.  This class taught by Librarian Moki Renti Cruz will incorporate Hawaiian songs as a tool to help build vocabulary and understand sentence structure.  No prior music experience needed.

Did you know that before the Hawaiian language was first printed in the 1820s, it was passed down orally for generations? It’s a rich and beautiful tradition we are excited to share with you!

This class is recommended for youth ages 13 and up.  Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

To register for this program please sign up at the Adult Reference Desk or give us a call at: (808)733-8422. For more information please contact our library at: (808)733-8422.

Please don’t wait to register, as we are limiting the class size to 20 individuals. 

E ola mau ka ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi!

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.

• June 10, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
• Categories: Causes, Community, Learning
• Contact: 808-733-8422

We’re excited to invite you to our Legislative 101 program featuring our special guests from the Hawaiʻi Alliance for Progressive Action (HAPA)!  They will be discussing local legislation and sharing how you can get involved in the legislative process to help make a positive impact in our community.

In addition to the training, they will also provide a recap of the highlights from the 2025 legislative session. Come learn how to make your voice heard and be a part of the change in our community! We can’t wait to see you there!

To sign up for this program please register at the Adult Reference Desk or give us a call at (808) 733-8422.

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.

• June 16, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-733-8422

Anoʻai me ke aloha!  This Summer Kaimukī Public Library is offering a Basic Hawaiian Language class for those interested in learning ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi in a fun and engaging way.  This class taught by Librarian Moki Renti Cruz will incorporate Hawaiian songs as a tool to help build vocabulary and understand sentence structure.  No prior music experience needed.

Did you know that before the Hawaiian language was first printed in the 1820s, it was passed down orally for generations? It’s a rich and beautiful tradition we are excited to share with you!

This class is recommended for youth ages 13 and up.  Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

To register for this program please sign up at the Adult Reference Desk or give us a call at: (808)733-8422. For more information please contact our library at: (808)733-8422.

Please don’t wait to register, as we are limiting the class size to 20 individuals. 

E ola mau ka ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi!

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.

• June 17, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Entertainment, Music
• Contact: 808-733-8422

Grab your friends, throw on your best retro gear and come ready to belt out your favorite tunes during this karaoke night! Attendees can join Kaimukī Public Library for a night of fun and food, as we reminisce with music and singing. Library will provide mics and sound system.

Please feel free to bring a favorite appetizer to share with other attendees. You don’t want to miss out on this epic night of fun!

Due to the limited space, Pre-registration for this program is advised. Please contact the Kaimukī Public Library at (808)733-8422 or come in-person at the Adult Reference Desk to register. Ages 18 & over only.

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.

• June 23, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-733-8422

Anoʻai me ke aloha!  This Summer Kaimukī Public Library is offering a Basic Hawaiian Language class for those interested in learning ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi in a fun and engaging way.  This class taught by Librarian Moki Renti Cruz will incorporate Hawaiian songs as a tool to help build vocabulary and understand sentence structure.  No prior music experience needed.

Did you know that before the Hawaiian language was first printed in the 1820s, it was passed down orally for generations? It’s a rich and beautiful tradition we are excited to share with you!

This class is recommended for youth ages 13 and up.  Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

To register for this program please sign up at the Adult Reference Desk or give us a call at: (808)733-8422. For more information please contact our library at: (808)733-8422.

Please don’t wait to register, as we are limiting the class size to 20 individuals. 

E ola mau ka ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi!

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.

• June 25, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
• Categories: Culture, Entertainment, Films & Movies, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-733-8422

Location: Meeting Room

A mythic adventure set around 2,000 years ago across a series of islands in the South Pacific. The film follows the journey of a spirited teenager named Moana as she meets the once-mighty demi-god Maui, and together they traverse the open ocean, encountering enormous fiery creatures and impossible odds.

In keeping with the theme of this year’s summer reading challenge of Mele and in recognition of the Hawaiian language as an official language of the state of Hawaiʻi, this movie will be shown in the Hawaiian language (ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi) with English subtitles. Hawaiian language translation was provided by UH Manoa Director of the Institute of Hawaiian Language Research Puakea Nogelmeier, and his team.

This film is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association for some scary images and brief thematic elements. Parental guidance is suggested.

Mahalo to the Friends of Kaimuki Public Library for sponsoring this event.

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.