Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• September 11, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Learning, Technology
• Contact: 808-832-3466

How can I get help with my job search and applying for a new job? How can I level up my computer skills and resume to be a better job candidate?

Visit the library to meet with a representative from WorkHawai`i who will help patrons answer these questions and more. Receive one-on-one job placement assistance and informational resources about WorkHawai`i programs. This program is a partnership with the City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Community Services.

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.

• September 15, 2026 @ 9:15 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-832-3466

Join us for keiki storytime.

Keiki will enjoy a few stories, rhymes or songs, and do a craft or creative activity. Materials will be provided. Program is best suited for children ages 3 – 5 years old, but families are welcome. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult 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.

• September 16, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community
• Contact: 808-832-3466

Stop by our Teen Table in the auditorium to do a craft with librarian Ku‘ulei. All materials will be provided. We’ll be making simple glass bead magnets, which can be displayed on your locker or fridge. Participant limit is 10, and it is first-come, first-served.

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.

• September 19, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Culture
• Contact: 808-832-3466

Come in to make a single ti-leaf lei with librarian Ku‘ulei. Plant materials were gathered from the library’s ‘āina (land). Small leaves and flowers may also be on hand to add into the lei, but this will not be a maile-lei style. Sign-up is highly recommended either at the library or via phone call. Walk-ins are allowed on program day for open spots, but there is no wait list. This program is for those in Grades 5 and up, including adults. The participant limit is 10.

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.

• September 22, 2026 @ 9:15 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-832-3466

Join us for keiki storytime.

Keiki will enjoy a few stories, rhymes or songs, and do a craft or creative activity. Materials will be provided. Program is best suited for children ages 3 – 5 years old, but families are welcome. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult 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.

• September 26, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
• Categories: Books, Learning, Reading programs
• Contact: 808-832-3466

Sign up for a reading buddy!

This program is designed to give people a chance to enjoy reading aloud without pressure or judgement, which can help to build confidence and improve reading skills. Come and practice your reading, and participate in games and activities.

There are 3 slots available for this program. Sign up is highly encouraged.

As a part of Ohana 100, DKAFF’s commitment to early literacy and education, they will be giving away free books at every session. This program is suitable for children aged K-5.

Program hosted in partnership with Ohana 100, DKAFF.

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.

• September 29, 2026 @ 9:15 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-832-3466

Join us for keiki storytime.

Keiki will enjoy a few stories, rhymes or songs, and do a craft or creative activity. Materials will be provided. Program is best suited for children ages 3 – 5 years old, but families are welcome. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult 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.

• October 5, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 3:45 pm
• Categories: Entertainment, Films & Movies
• Contact: 808-832-3466

Join us for Keiki Movie Monday this fall break!

Animal lover Mabel uses clever new technology designed to “hop” human consciousness into lifelike robotic animals to communicate with beavers, uncovering mysteries within the animal world beyond anything she could have imagined.

This movie is rated PG and 105 minutes long. Light refreshments will be provided while supplies last. Outside food is permitted.

Sponsored by the Friends of Kalihi-Pālama 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.

• October 6, 2026 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Science
• Contact: 808-832-3466

Come garden with us at the library!

Join us for a fun and educational program for keiki about plant propagation. Keiki will learn through a hands-on activity about how seeds and cuttings can be used to grow their own garden now and in the future. Participants will take home plantstarts for their garden. All materials provided. Recommended for children ages 2 and up. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Limited to 10 participants. Sign up is recommended, but walk-ins are welcome while supplies last.

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/events.

• October 7, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Films & Movies
• Contact: 808-832-3466

During Fall Break, come and see a free PG-13 movie and have a snack. Viewers must be 13 yrs. and older to watch the movie.  The movie is TBA. You may bring in outside food and drink. A light snack is provided, while supplies last. Audience limit is 10, and is on a first-come, first-served basis.

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.