Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• June 19, 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.

• June 23, 2026 @ 9:30 am - 10:45 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Entertainment
• Contact: 808-832-3466

Magicians from the International Brotherhood of Magicians will be visiting Kalihi-Pālama Public Library to perform an hour-long child friendly magic show.

The magic show will be followed by a craft.

Recommended for children preschool and up, but families are 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.

• June 27, 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.

• June 30, 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.

• July 7, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:45 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Learning, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-832-3466

Do you love animals?

This engaging and interactive presentation by the Hawaiian Humane Society teaches the importance of showing kindness and compassion to all animals. Through fun discussions and activities, students learn how their actions impact the well-being of animals, fostering empathy and responsible behavior.

The presentation will be followed by a craft.

Recommended for children grades 1-5, but families are 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.

• July 10, 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.

• July 14, 2026 @ 9:15 am - 10:00 am
• Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, Learning
• Contact: 808-832-3466

Storyteller Dave Del Rocco will share folktales from different parts of the world. These tales, appropriate for all ages but especially for children ages 5-12, are mostly funny and explain how different cultures view aspects of their world.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library of Hawai‘i. This is a production of the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Outreach College’s Statewide Cultural Extension 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. Program schedule is subject to change.

• July 15, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Films & Movies
• Contact: 808-832-3466

This summer, come see a free PG-13 movie. Viewers must be 13 yrs. and older to watch the movie.  The movie is connected to the Summer Reading Challenge theme of food. Attendees will choose from 2 movie selections, which 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.

• July 20, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 5:45 pm
• Categories: Entertainment, Films & Movies
• Contact: 808-832-3466

The Wild Robot from 2:00pm – 3:45pm: After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island’s animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose.

Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs from 4:00pm – 5:45pm: An inventor and a weather-reporter intern try to discover why the sky is raining food instead of water in this adaptation of the children’s book by Ron and Judi Barrett.

Both movies are rated PG. 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 at librarieshawaii.org/events.

• July 21, 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.