Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• June 25, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
• Categories: Culture, Entertainment, Music
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Learn about the living tradition of Zen meditation through Baikaryu Eisanka: a Japanese chanting and music practice.

Teri Jigen Hollowell, a member of the Daifukuji Baikako Plum Blossom Choir in Honalo, will give a short talk and demonstration of this beautiful heartfelt music.

Program is suitable for all ages. Young children must be accompanied by an 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.

• June 30, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Learning, Research, Science
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Join in for a STEM/STEAM activity for kids ages 7+. Each week features a different science program. Learn about light, sound, numbers, and measuring and take home your creation!

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.

• July 1, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Every Tuesday during the Summer Reading Challenge art and craft supplies will be available for you to come and create! Bring your own to add to your creations.

Suitable for all ages! Young children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

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.

• July 2, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Music
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Ready for a fresh take on ‘ukulele music? Enjoy the sounds of classical music, jazz, and classic rock on the ‘ukulele! You’re sure to find a song to hum the tune!

Program is suitable for all ages!

Young children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Program is 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. All programs are subject to change.

• July 3, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:15 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, Films & Movies, History, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Join us as we celebrate Mele with a free local documentary film screening!

Li‘a: The Legacy of a Hawaiian Man is an award-winning documentary that celebrates the music and spirit of revered Big Island performer and composer, Sam Liʻa Kalainaina (1881-1975). It is also about a place, Waipi‘o Valley, and a life shaped and nourished by that place. This 74-minute film is suitable for ages 7 and up.

Free documentary copies will be provided, while supplies last.

Mahalo to The Hawaiian Legacy Foundation for generously sponsoring this film screening event and for their gracious donation of DVD and CD copies.

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 7, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Learning, Research, Science
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Join in for a STEM/STEAM activity for kids ages 7+. Each week features a different science program. Learn about light, sound, numbers, and measuring and take home your creation!

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.

• July 8, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Every Tuesday during the Summer Reading Challenge art and craft supplies will be available for you to come and create! Bring your own to add to your creations.

Suitable for all ages! Young children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

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.

• July 9, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
• Categories: Community, Environment, Health & Wellness, Learning
• Contact: 808-323-7585

The right plant in the right place! With Master Gardener Ed Fenzl of Living Light Landscaping.

Presentation on:

-Developing a natural garden

-Reducing maintenance

Learn about:

-Removal of invasive species, mulching with compost, and your climate zone

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.

• July 10, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Films & Movies
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Join us for movies at Kealakekua this summer! Movie begins at 1 p.m.

Wicked is rated PG and runs for approximately 160 minutes.

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.

• July 11, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community
• Contact: 808-323-7585

Marbling is a fun way to make interesting shapes and patterns using simple products. Learn how to marble and take your own unique piece of art home.

Program suitable for ages 5+, accompanied by an adult caregiver.

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.