Hawaii State
Public Library System

• Hawaii – Kealakekua
• Hawaii
• December 14, 2018 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
• Art, Culture, Entertainment, Learning
• 808-323-7585

Decorate your own tree! Personalize it with an Instax photo and decorate to your heart’s content!

This program is suitable for ages 6 to 106 and is limited to the first 12 patrons. All materials will be provided. This program is proudly supported by Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.).

All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

• Hawaii – Kealakekua
• Hawaii
• December 17, 2018 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am
• Books, Learning, Reading programs, Storytime (for kids)
• 808-323-7585

We invite children ages 2-5 and their caregivers to join us for Preschool Storytime, the first and third Monday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Storytime promotes early literacy and brain development through increased knowledge, vocabulary, imagination, and concentration.

Program is suitable for ages 5 and under. All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

• Hawaii – Kealakekua
• Hawaii
• December 18, 2018 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
• Art, Learning
• 808-323-7585

Join us and make your very own snow globe. These waterless globes will last you for years and will add a special touch to your holiday decorations.

This program is suitable for ages 10 to 110 and is limited to the first 12 patrons! Young children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. All materials will be provided. This program is proudly supported by Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.).

Program size is limited. RSVP is required. RSVP online for this event by selecting the RSVP function. Reservation period will close on December 13th, while availability lasts. Please call the library (808-323-7585) or visit if reservation assistance is needed.

All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

• Hawaii – Kealakekua
• Hawaii
• December 19, 2018 @ 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
• Art, Entertainment, Food and drink
• 808-323-7585

Buddy the elf (Will Ferrell) has grown up with Santa, journeys all the way from the North Pole to find his  father in New York City!

This new Christmas classic is fun for all ages, and is rated PG.

This film is proudly supported by Friends of the Libraries, Kona. Free, freshly popped popcorn will be served and beverages in closed containers are permitted.

All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

• Hawaii – Kealakekua
• Hawaii
• December 20, 2018 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
• Entertainment, Learning, Technology
• 808-323-7585

It doesn’t just snow on Mauna Kea, it snows in the library too! Make your own snow in this science experiment! This program is suitable for ages 4+. Young children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

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

All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

• Hawaii – Kealakekua
• Hawaii
• December 26, 2018 @ 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
• Art, Books, Culture, Entertainment, Food and drink
• 808-323-7585

Based on the popular children’s novel by C.S. Lewis, join the adventure to the magical world of Narnia! During the World War II bombings of London, four English siblings are sent to a country house where they will be safe. One day Lucy finds a wardrobe that transports her to a magical world called Narnia. She and her siblings must join the magical lion, Aslan, in the fight against the evil White Witch.

This film is Rated PG and is proudly supported by Friends of the Libraries, Kona. Free, freshly popped popcorn will be served and beverages in closed containers are permitted.

All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

• Hawaii – Kealakekua
• Hawaii
• January 2, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Entertainment, Food and drink
• 808-323-7585

Everyone’s favorite family of superheroes is back – but this time Helen is in the spotlight, leaving Bob at home with the kids and to navigate the day-to-day heroics of “normal” life and learning about baby Jack-Jack’s emerging superpowers. When a new villain hatches a brilliant and dangerous plot, the family and Frozone must find a way to work together again—which is easier said than done, even when they’re all Incredible.

This film is Rated PG and is proudly supported by Friends of the Libraries, Kona. Free, freshly popped popcorn will be served and beverages in closed containers are permitted.

All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

• Hawaii – Kealakekua
• Hawaii
• January 7, 2019 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am
• Books, Entertainment, Learning, Reading programs, Storytime (for kids)
• 808-323-7585

In lieu of storytime this month, come pick up a storytime packet at the circulation desk.

Storytime promotes early literacy and brain development through increased knowledge, vocabulary, imagination, and concentration.

All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

• Hawaii – Kealakekua
• Hawaii
• January 9, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Books, Culture, Entertainment, Food and drink
• 808-323-7585

Rachel is happy to accompany her longtime boyfriend, Nick, to his best friend’s wedding in Singapore. She’s surprised to learn that Nick’s family is extremely wealthy and he’s considered one of the country’s most eligible bachelors. Thrust into the spotlight, Rachel must now contend with jealous socialites, quirky relatives and something far, far worse — Nick’s disapproving mother.

This film is Rated PG-13 and is proudly supported by Friends of the Libraries, Kona. Free, freshly popped popcorn will be served and beverages in closed containers are permitted.

All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

• Hawaii – Kealakekua
• Hawaii
• January 16, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Entertainment, Food and drink
• 808-323-7585

Join our favorite monster family as they embark on a vacation on a luxury monster cruise ship so Drac can take a summer vacation from providing everyone else’s vacation at the hotel. But the dream vacation turns into a nightmare when Mavis realizes Drac has fallen for the mysterious captain of the ship, Ericka, who hides a dangerous secret that could destroy all of monsterkind.

This film is Rated PG and is proudly supported by Friends of the Libraries, Kona. Free, freshly popped popcorn will be served and beverages in closed containers are permitted.

All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

• Hawaii – Kealakekua
• Hawaii
• January 16, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
• Art, Learning
• 808-323-7585

Back by popular demand!

Make your own set of beautifully beaded earrings! This one-hour program is suited for adults and is limited to the first 5 patrons.

This one-hour program is suitable for teens and adults and is limited to the first 5 patrons. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. All materials will be provided.

Program size is limited. RSVP is required. RSVP online for this event by selecting the RSVP function. Reservation period will close on January 14th, while availability lasts. Please call the library (808-323-7585) or visit if reservation assistance is needed.

• Hawaii – Kealakekua
• Hawaii
• January 17, 2019 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
• Learning, Technology
• 808-323-7585

How do airplanes fly? What makes them go? Learn about lift, weight, thrust, and drag. Learn the answers to these questions and more with practical experiments! This program is suitable for ages 7 to 107. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. All materials will be provided. This program is proudly supported by Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.).

All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

• Hawaii – Kealakekua
• Hawaii
• January 23, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Culture, Entertainment, Food and drink
• 808-323-7585

It’s Mamma Mia 2!

It’s 1979 and Donna is off on a serie of adventures throughout Europe where she meets Harry, Bill and Sam — the latter whom she falls in love with. In the present day, Donna’s daughter, Sophie, dreams of renovating a tavern while reuniting with her mother’s old friends and boyfriends on the Greek island of Kalokairi.

This film is Rated PG-13 and is proudly supported by Friends of the Libraries, Kona. Free, freshly popped popcorn will be served and beverages in closed containers are permitted.

All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

• Hawaii – Kealakekua
• Hawaii
• January 23, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
• Books, Community, Culture, Entertainment, Learning
• 808-323-7585

Join us for a FREE interactive magic show with guest performer Cody Landstrom! Magic for all ages! Featuring sleight of hand, juggling, cowboy rope tricks, a balancing act, audience participation, and tons of laughter and fun!

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

All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

• Hawaii – Kealakekua
• Hawaii
• January 29, 2019 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
• Entertainment, Learning, Technology
• 808-323-7585

It doesn’t just snow on Mauna Kea, it snows in the library too! Make your own snow in this science experiment! This program is suitable for ages 4+. Young children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

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

All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.

• Hawaii – Kealakekua
• Hawaii
• January 30, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
• Books, Culture, Entertainment, Food and drink
• 808-323-7585

Christopher Robin — now a family man living in London — receives a surprise visit from his old childhood pal, Winnie-the-Pooh. With Christopher’s help, Pooh embarks on a journey to find his friends — Tigger, Eeyore, Owl, Piglet, Rabbit, Kanga and Roo. Once reunited, the lovable bear and the gang travel to the big city to help Christopher rediscover the joy of life.

This film is Rated PG and is proudly supported by Friends of the Libraries, Kona. Free, freshly popped popcorn will be served and beverages in closed containers are permitted.

All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.