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Find popular titles available now! Have you ever wanted to check out a popular ebook only to discover you were way down on the list? ...
Read More It’s Your “Lucky Day!” | eBook Collection

‘Ukulele Lending Program Have you ever wanted to learn how to play the ‘ukulele or just needed one to play? You can now borrow Hawaii’s ...
Read More Borrow an ‘Ukulele!

Beginning Monday, September 14th, the Hawaii State Public Library System (HSPLS) will resume access to public computers at all Kauai branches. Patrons will have access ...
Read More Kauai Libraries Resume Public Computer Time

The Hawaii State Public Library System is pleased to launch a curated digital collection on Peace, Prosperity, and Progress: The 75th Commemoration of the End ...
Read More Peace, Prosperity, and Progress: The 75th Commemoration of the End of World War II

Mahalo for borrowing and returning our library materials! During COVID times you may be wondering – what happens to books and other borrowed items when ...
Read More Book Returns in the time of COVID

Join us for a free Facebook Live event with Honolulu author James Rumford on Saturday, July 25, 2020 from 10:00-10:45 a.m. Join online at facebook.com/hsplshigov. Mr. ...
Read More Virtual Talk Story with Author James Rumford

    The current pandemic’s dramatic impact on the way we connect with each other and how we access education, jobs, and services reaffirms that ...
Read More Help Map Hawaii’s Speeds

The Hawaii State Public Library System (HSPLS) commemorates and celebrates Juneteenth. It is a time to reflect and take time to understand our history and ...
Read More Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom

Computer Reservations Starting June 17, 2020, limited computer access is available by reservation in 48 of the 51 library branches. Library staff will wear masks and ...
Read More Computer Time at the Library

Ever have that moment when your brain says “I should know this person and what they’re famous for!?!”  Check out Biography in Context. Learn a ...
Read More The Auntie Betty Blog: Biography in Context