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The 76th Annual Friends of the Library of Hawai‘i Booksale returns from July 12 to 20, 2025, at its new location, 200 Keawe Street in ...
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Are you a high school student on Oahu with a passion for peace? The USS Missouri Memorial is hosting an exciting Speech Contest for grades ...
Read More Oahu Teens: Enter the USS Missouri Speech Contest for a Chance to Share Your Voice for Peace

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Posted on May 5, 2025 in Uncategorized

You asked, and we listened! Waiting until the last minute to find out if your book can be renewed is frustrating. Beginning May 5, you’ll ...
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The Hawaii State Public Library System (HSPLS) commemorates and celebrates Juneteenth, an important day in American history. Juneteenth is the observance of June 19, 1865, ...
Read More Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom

The Hawaii State Public Library System, in partnership with the Hawaii Department of Defense Office of Homeland Security and the International Security Consortium (ISC)2 Hawaii Chapter, ...
Read More Protect Yourself on the Internet! Attend a Cyber Safety Awareness Program

February is Black History Month, a time to honor and celebrate the rich heritage, achievements, and contributions of Black Americans throughout history. This year, we ...
Read More Celebrate Black History Month with Storyteller Diane Ferlatte

The Honolulu Theatre for Youth (HTY) will present “Under the Blue,” a 40-minute children’s show at selected libraries on Oahu. The HTY actors had recently ...
Read More Honolulu Theatre for Youth’s “Under the Blue”

Get ready, Hawaii! Free Comic Book Day is happening on Saturday, May 3rd at participating libraries across Oahu, Hawaii Island, Kauai, and Maui! Grab your ...
Read More Get a Free Comic Book at Participating Libraries on May 3th

A recent case of measles has been confirmed in a child on O‘ahu. The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) is actively notifying the public of ...
Read More Measles Case Confirmed in O‘ahu: What You Need to Know

It’s tax season, and we’re here to make it easier for you. Our Tax Resources webpage is packed with information you need to file your ...
Read More Make Tax Season Easy: Visit Our Tax Resources Webpage

ALERT | In holiday observance of Veterans Day, all public libraries will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Thanksgiving Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Christmas Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, December 25, 2025.

ALERT | In holiday observance of New Year's Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, January 1, 2026.