
Drop-in on Valentine’s Day from 1 PM to 3 PM to fold and decorate a puzzle purse card. Puzzle purses have their origins in Japanese tato – folded paper boxes used for carrying small items. The technique spread and decorated versions became popular as Valentine gifts in 18th and 19th century Europe. All supplies will be provided.
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 on the HSPLS Events Calendar.
ALERT | Support Hawaiʻi’s communities by donating canned and nonperishable food items at your local public library now through November 14.
ALERT #2 | 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.