Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• December 9, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Computer classes (free!), Games, Learning, Research, Technology
• Contact: 808-831-6831

Junior Coders Club is a program designed to introduce kids ages 6-11 to the fundamentals of computational thinking.

Using a mix of unplugged (screen-free) and technology-based activities, students will engage in interactive lessons that teach core coding concepts.

Afterschool Program is scheduled for Tuesdays 3-4pm starting November 18th through December 16th 

Limited to 20 students. Prior registration required. Call the Information Desk for assistance- 808-831-6831

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. Program schedules are subject to change.

• December 13, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
• Categories: Community, Holiday Season, Music
• Contact: 808-831-6831

Join us for a special sing-along performance of Christmas carols, led by volunteers from the group Sing For Your Life!

Sing For Your Life volunteers have been bringing sing-along entertainment to O‘ahu since 2016. Their purpose is to uplift, inspire, promote friendships and strengthen the community.

All ages are welcome. We look forward to celebrating with you!

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.

• December 13, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
• Categories: Books, Branch book clubs
• Contact: 808-831-6831

Join us for a discussion on the Warrior Cats book series. Created by an enthusiastic group of pre-teen patrons, this program is perfectly suited for Warrior Cats fans ages 11 to 15. Crafts or games to follow.

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.

• December 13, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
• Categories: Books, Community, Culture, Entertainment, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-831-6831

Enjoy the sounds of old Hawai’i with this hands-on experience.

Danny K Kila, Hawaiian Lap Steel Guitar player & teacher of HIMELE, will be in the library’s central atrium sharing melodies and stories from John W. Troutman’s Kika Kila: How the Hawaiian Steel Guitar Changed the Sound of Modern Music.

Stop by and give it a try. Extra guitar available for patron use, but feel free to bring yours!

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.

• December 16, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Computer classes (free!), Games, Learning, Research, Technology
• Contact: 808-831-6831

Junior Coders Club is a program designed to introduce kids ages 6-11 to the fundamentals of computational thinking.

Using a mix of unplugged (screen-free) and technology-based activities, students will engage in interactive lessons that teach core coding concepts.

Afterschool Program is scheduled for Tuesdays 3-4pm starting November 18th through December 16th 

Limited to 20 students. Prior registration required. Call the Information Desk for assistance- 808-831-6831

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. Program schedules are subject to change.

• December 17, 2025 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Learning
• Contact: 808-831-6831

Suitable for ages 12+

Inspire and evolve your creativity by joining us for artistic instruction! Personal art journal/notebook and pre-registration required. Please call the Reference Desk at 808-831-6831 to sign-up.

Aug 20: Sashiko Stitching

Sept 17: Drawing 101

Oct 15: Drawing Murals

Nov 19: Drawing & Color Wheel

Dec 17: Beadwork

Jan 21: Chinese New Year Card

Feb 18: Foodie Project

Additional art supplies sponsored by Friends of Salt Lake-Moanalua Public Library

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. Program schedules are subject to change.

• December 20, 2025 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-831-6831

Please join us for storytime! Best suited for 2 – 5 year olds. All 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. Program schedule is subject to change.

• December 20, 2025 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am
• Categories: Books, Entertainment, Learning
• Contact: 808-831-6831

• December 20, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
• Categories: Books, Community, Culture, Entertainment, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-831-6831

Enjoy the sounds of old Hawai’i with this hands-on experience.

Danny K Kila, Hawaiian Lap Steel Guitar player & teacher of HIMELE, will be in the library’s central atrium sharing melodies and stories from John W. Troutman’s Kika Kila: How the Hawaiian Steel Guitar Changed the Sound of Modern Music.

Stop by and give it a try. Extra guitar available for patron use, but feel free to bring yours!

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.

• December 20, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
• Categories: Books, Community, Entertainment, Learning
• Contact: 808-831-6831

Looking for a little puppy love and stress relief? Join us at the library on every first Wednesday and third Saturday of each month for a special visit from the therapy dogs of K9 TheraPets of Hawaii! These gentle, furry friends are eager to hear a story and help promote reading while bringing smiles and calm to readers of all ages. All children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Events will not be held on State holidays.

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.