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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, ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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On Saturday, March 29th, join us for a FREE film screening honoring the incredible contributions of five key figures to Hawai‘i’s libraries, archives, and museums. ...
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Join us in honoring Black History Month with an engaging performance of music and storytelling by Jovelyn D. Richards. This captivating program explores the contributions ...
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Hawaiʻi State Public Library System (HSPLS) public libraries and staff offices on each island will be closed for one day during February 4–7, 2025 for ...
Read More Public Libraries to Close for Staff Development Training: Staff Days will be held Feb. 4-7 on various islands

If you’re still using the OverDrive desktop app to listen to MP3 audiobooks, there’s a change coming. Beginning November 13, 2024, you’ll need to use ...
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ALERT | In holiday observance of Presidents' Day, all public libraries will be closed from Saturday to Monday, February 14 to 16, 2026.

[ALERT FOR MARCH 24, 2026] The following libraries will be closed on March 24, 2026 while our staff assess the condition of the buildings: Mānoa Public Library, Waialua Public Library, Waimānalo Public Library,  Molokaʻi Public Library and Kīhei Public Library. Additional closures and the reopening of libraries may vary depending on when we can safely reopen to the public. Please check our website for updates. Please Take Care and Be Safe!

ALERT | In holiday observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, all public libraries will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026.

HOLIDAY CLOSURE | In observance of Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole Day, all libraries will be closed on Thursday, March 26, 2026.