Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• August 29, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Learning
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Want to learn to knit? Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where we’ll teach you the basics, from casting on to creating your first project!

• Basic knit and purl stitches
• How to read simple patterns

This 2 hour program is suitable for ages 8+ and space is limited. All materials will be provided.

Please RSVP below!

This program is proudly sponsored by Friends of the Libraries, Kona. (F.O.L.K.)

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.

• September 3, 2025 @ 1:15 pm - 2:00 pm
• Categories: Entertainment, Games
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Calling all superfans! Swing by the library after school for a mini Jeopardy-style trivia game packed with your favorite fandoms – from Marvel to Middle-earth, and everything in between!

This event is free and suitable for ages 8 and up. Snacks included!

All materials are generously provided by Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.)

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 3, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Entertainment, Games
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Get together with family and friends and play some board games! We have classic and new board games to try: Ticket to Ride, Here to Slay, Betrayal at House on the Hill, Sorry, and more. There are nearly 20 board games to choose from–or you can bring your own!

Recommended for players aged 6 and above.  All young children must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

• September 5, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Learning
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Want to learn to knit? Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where we’ll teach you the basics, from casting on to creating your first project!

• Basic knit and purl stitches
• How to read simple patterns

This 2 hour program is suitable for ages 8+ and space is limited. All materials will be provided.

Please RSVP below!

This program is proudly sponsored by Friends of the Libraries, Kona. (F.O.L.K.)

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.

• September 10, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
• Categories: Community, Environment, Health & Wellness, Learning
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Opportunity to learn how to build planter boxes and structures such as trellis which can be made from pallet lumber and scrap wood! With Master Gardener Ed Fenzl of Living Light Landscaping.

Presentation on:

-How to deconstruct pallets, layout order, and construct projects

Learn about:

-Nontoxic weatherproof finishes and termite-treat, ‘waterseal’ products for longevity and more

Sponsored by Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.).

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.

• September 10, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
• Categories: Community, Environment, Learning
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Join us for a presentation from Master Gardener Ed Fenzl on building garden structures out of pallets. Ed will share some of the designs he’s created and encourages participation and Q&A.

Program recommended for adults.

Sponsored by F.O.L.K.

• September 15, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Books, Community, Learning, Reading programs, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Enjoy this fun, interactive session where we’ll share some stories, resources, and tips that support early brain development and pre-reading skills.

Connect with other families and spark a lifelong love of books!

Program is suitable for babies 0-2 years old and their caregivers.

Sponsored by F.O.L.K.

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.

• September 17, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
• Categories: Films & Movies
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Get ready for the greatest adventure ever built!

Four misfits are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they’ll have to master this world while embarking on a quest with an unexpected, expert crafter.

Movie rated PG and runs about 101 minutes.

Sponsored by F.O.L.K.

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.

• September 19, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books, Community
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Craft your own Bookplate!

In honor of the library’s 75th birthday, join us for a creative bookish craft! Design your own personalized bookplate using pages from withdrawn library books – give old stories new life and take home a piece of the celebration.

Program recommended for adults.

Sponsored by F.O.L.K.

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.

• September 22, 2025 @ 3:15 pm - 3:45 pm
• Categories: Learning, Science
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Each month brings a surprise hands-on science activity-mix, build, explore, and discover something new! For curious kids ages 6 and up. Come spark your imagination!

Program sponsored by Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.)

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.