Summer Pen Pals Pre-Registration
Are you between the ages of 11-16 and want a Pen Pal in another state? Waipahu Public Library is partnering with Pierce County Library system […]
Are you between the ages of 11-16 and want a Pen Pal in another state? Waipahu Public Library is partnering with Pierce County Library system […]
In celebration of Lei Day, the Honolulu Printmakers will be holding an art exhibition in the lobby of the Hawaii State Library throughout the month […]
May is both Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and Mental Health Awareness Month! Learn about Fauna of Hawaiʻi, Geography of South Asia, Mental […]
Keiki and their ʻohana are invited to join us for our weekly storytime. During storytime, we'll dive into captivating books, sing songs, dance, and enjoy […]
Join us for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun! Just right for children ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Anyone […]
Join us every Wednesday at 10:00am for a fun-filled storytime! We’ll sing songs, read a few simple stories, then make a craft or do an […]
Join Julia for stories, songs, and play to strengthen our preschoolers’ early literacy skills! This program is suitable for ages 3-5 years old. Young children […]
Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a smartphone and tablet. Participants will learn: Introduction to smartphones (and tablets) Navigating key features (calls, […]
Join us each Wednesday at 1:30 for an after school movie! Ask at the circulation desk for movie information. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid […]
Front of Makawao Library Every Wednesday 1:30-4:30 PM, except holidays Get direct help with program questions, application submission, renewal assistance, application follow-up, Kokua Card assistance, […]
Attend a free one-hour session on staying safe online and avoiding scams. Participants will learn: How to recognize online scams Smart online practices How to […]
Come build with Legos at North Kohala Library! Participants can free build whatever they can imagine or collaborate together to build a larger, themed project […]
Calling all teen cat-lovers and bookworms! Join us for a cozy and charming experience at the Cat Cafe right here at Lihue Public Library (meeting […]
Join us for afternoon of fun, freestyle arts and crafts! Let your imagination run wild and create something totally unique. Anyone who requires an auxiliary […]
Join us for a spine-tingling evening of undead fun at our Zombie Awareness Trivia Night! Test your knowledge of zombies in pop culture, survival tactics, […]
Join us for a monthly workshop series to illuminate your path toward financial empowerment featuring 6 key topics: February Budgeting Basics: Making Every Dollar Count […]





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