Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• November 8, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts
• Contact: 808-988-0459

Come crochet the cutest bag charm for the month! Not only would it be a great handmade gift, but it’s also another way to customize your daily bag or the one you take to go on vacation. This project is recommended for confident beginners who know their stitches.

You are welcome to bring your own yarn and crochet hook but supplies will be provided.

RSVP Required. Teens from Grade 8 to 12 ONLY. There are 8 slots available for the program.

Supplies purchased thanks to the Friends of the Library of Hawai’i and the Friends of the Mānoa 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.

• November 10, 2025 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Learning
• Contact: 808-988-0459

Parents, come enjoy the tried and true benefits of Joseph Pilates’s exercises, dance, or gentle yoga, while kids play, or participate!  Bring a mat and a few shareable toys to entertain keiki, and prepare to strengthen, stretch and destress in a relaxed, family-friendly environment.

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.

• November 11, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
• Categories: Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-988-0459

Please join us for a fun-filled morning where we read books, sing and dance. This storytime is aimed at ages 3-5, but all ages are welcome. All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Hope to see you there!

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.

• November 12, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts
• Contact: 808-988-0459

Come crochet the cutest bag charm for the month! Not only would it be a great handmade gift, but it’s also another way to customize your daily bag or the one you take to go on vacation. This project is recommended for confident beginners who know their stitches.

You are welcome to bring your own yarn and crochet hook but supplies will be provided.

RSVP Required. Program is for adults. There are 8 slots available for the program.

Supplies purchased thanks to the Friends of the Library of Hawai’i and the Friends of the Mānoa 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.

• November 15, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts
• Contact: 808-988-0459

Ever wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine? Come check out our beginner’s sewing workshop! We’ll teach you how to work your machine, thread your bobbins, start your stitches, and make a small bag! Please bring your sewing machine, thread and the manual to the program.

RSVP REQUIRED, 5 slots are available. Program is for teens from 11 years old to 18 years old. We have a few sewing machines that can be used during the program, if you do not have one, please call to reserve. Fabric and other sewing supplies will be provided for usage during the event.

Supplies purchased thanks to the Friends of the Library of Hawai’i and the Friends of the Mānoa 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.

• November 17, 2025 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Learning
• Contact: 808-988-0459

Parents, come enjoy the tried and true benefits of Joseph Pilates’s exercises, dance, or gentle yoga, while kids play, or participate!  Bring a mat and a few shareable toys to entertain keiki, and prepare to strengthen, stretch and destress in a relaxed, family-friendly environment.

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.

• November 18, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
• Categories: Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-988-0459

Please join us for a fun-filled morning where we read books, sing and dance. This storytime is aimed at ages 3-5, but all ages are welcome. All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Hope to see you there!

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.

• November 19, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts
• Contact: 808-988-0459

Ever wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine? Come check out our beginner’s sewing workshop! We’ll teach you how to work your machine, thread your bobbins, start your stitches, and make a small bag! Please bring your sewing machine, thread and the manual to the program.

RSVP REQUIRED, 5 slots are available. Program is for adults. We have a few sewing machines that can be used during the program, if you do not have one, please call to reserve. Fabric and other sewing supplies will be provided for usage during the event.

Supplies purchased thanks to the Friends of the Library of Hawai’i and the Friends of the Mānoa 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.

• November 21, 2025 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
• Categories: Culture, History
• Contact: 808-988-0459

Come join us in the meeting room for a brief history and lesson on how to make Kokeshi Dolls.

During the workshop, you can make your own kokeshi doll! Supplies are limited, please RSVP online, in-person, or give us a call. There are 15 available spots for this event.

Event is from 11:30 A.M. to 12: 45 P.M.

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.

• November 22, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Computer classes (free!), Technology
• Contact: 808-988-0459

Hello, teens! Are you interested in learning how to code but don’t know where to start? Come check out our beginner’s workshop for Python! We will go over the basic topics and concepts and dive into making a quick text-based game!

You are welcome to bring your own laptops/tablets but devices will be supplied for the workshop.

Space is limited with only 8 spots. Please RSVP, you can sign up below on our website.

For teens only, from grades 6 to 12.

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.