Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• August 26, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
• Categories: Books, Community, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-831-6831

Themed stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and a simple craft. This 45-minute program is suitable for children ages 2 to 5 and their adult caregiver.  This is a parent participation program, please come ready to have fun with your keiki at the 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.

• September 2, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
• Categories: Books, Community, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-831-6831

Themed stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and a simple craft. This 45-minute program is suitable for children ages 2 to 5 and their adult caregiver.  This is a parent participation program, please come ready to have fun with your keiki at the 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.

• September 2, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 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.

• September 3, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Culture, Learning, Writing
• Contact: 808-831-6831

Aloha Crafters invite you to join their Make-n-Take craft workshop.

This month you will make a Paper Plate Gift Basket. Turn a simple paper plate into a beautiful  decorated gift  basket.  These cute baskets are perfect for yummy treats like homemade baked goods, candy and snacks.

Space is limited. Kits provided. Styles will vary. Ages 18+

Registration Required. Call the library @ 808-831-6831 to RSVP.

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 9, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
• Categories: Books, Community, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-831-6831

Themed stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and a simple craft. This 45-minute program is suitable for children ages 2 to 5 and their adult caregiver.  This is a parent participation program, please come ready to have fun with your keiki at the 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.

• September 14, 2026 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Learning, Science
• Contact: 808-831-6831

Join us for a LEGO challenge! We provide the LEGOs … and a challenge. No need to register, just show up!

Children under the age of 5 must be accompanied by an adult.

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 16, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
• Categories: Books, Community, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-831-6831

Themed stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and a simple craft. This 45-minute program is suitable for children ages 2 to 5 and their adult caregiver.  This is a parent participation program, please come ready to have fun with your keiki at the 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.

• September 16, 2026 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Writing
• Contact: 808-831-6831

Use your courage and creativity to make your own inspirational dot. Create a circle design with a positive image on the front and an encouraging message on the back.

Dots will be displayed in our art mural from September 19th to September 30th.

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. See a schedule of upcoming events at librarieshawaii.org/events.

• September 19, 2026 @ 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.

• September 21, 2026 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
• Categories: Books, Community, Entertainment, Games, Learning, Research
• Contact: 808-831-6831

Join us for a fun and informative question and answer contest!

Questions may cover notable people and include subjects such as literature, history, and geography.

We will be playing in teams of two to five people. If you would like to come with a team already created, feel free! If not, you can join teams once you arrive.

Refreshments will be served. Prizes will be awarded.
Sponsored by the Friends of Salt Lake-Moanalua 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.