Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• April 29, 2026 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
• Categories: Community, Health & Wellness
• Contact: 808-259-2610

High blood pressure! Come and learn what high blood pressure is about. How can you prevent and control your blood pressure? What can happen to your body because of high blood pressure? During our meeting, you can practice taking blood pressure and eating ono foods good for you. Sponsored by the Friends of Waimānalo 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. 

• April 30, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
• Categories: Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-259-2610

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.  Come and 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. 

• May 2, 2026
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books, Community, Entertainment
• Contact: 808-259-2610

On Saturday, May 2, visit this participating library and pick out a free comic book of your choice. Quantities are limited and are available while supplies last. Some comic titles include:

• World of Archie
• Stitch
• Energon Universe (Transformers, G.I. Joe)
• Garfield
• Avatar: The Last Airbender
• Armageddon X-Men / Avengers
• Spidey & His Amazing Friends

Costumed character appearances will be available at select O‘ahu libraries. Call for availability and/or schedule.

This comic event is for all ages and sponsored by the Friends of the Library of Hawai‘i.

• May 2, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts
• Contact: 808-259-2610

Join us for Comic Book Day (9am-12pm, 1pm-4pm) and enjoy other free activities at the library including:

• Superhero Photo Booth: Take a photo at our photo booth and have it printed onto a comic book background for you to decorate.
• Comic Book Scavenger Hunt: Find the clues, solve the riddle, win a prize.
• Make & Take: Make a set of original Superhero or Character trading cards.

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. 

• May 7, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
• Categories: Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-259-2610

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.  Come and 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. 

• May 12, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
• Categories: Technology
• Contact: 808-259-2610

Attend a free session on how to use a smartphone. Participants will learn:

• Introduction to smartphones
• Navigating key features (calls, texts, apps)
• Internet browsing and email
• Security best practices for mobile devices
• Using smartphones for digital services like banking and telehealth

Participants are encouraged to bring their own smartphone device.

Registration is required. Sign up on the Mapunawai registration page or call the library at (808) 259-2610.

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. 

• May 13, 2026 @ 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Entertainment, Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-259-2610

Embark on an unforgettable adventure! Blast off with Matt and his dad aboard Roger Rocketship as they explore distant galaxies. When their spaceship malfunctions, they land on a mysterious planet and discover a magical blue seed. Filled with upbeat songs, delightful creatures, and exciting adventures, this enchanting tale teaches the importance of caring for our planet and each other.

This free 30-minute event is suitable for ages 2 and up.  Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library of Hawai‘i. Additional support provided by the Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources.

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.

• May 14, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
• Categories: Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-259-2610

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.  Come and 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. 

• May 21, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
• Categories: Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-259-2610

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.  Come and 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. 

• May 28, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
• Categories: Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-259-2610

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.  Come and 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.