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Blind Date with a Cookbook

Hawai‘i - Pāhala 96-3150 Pīkake St, Pāhala

In honor of our Summer Reading Challenge theme, ʻUmeke Kāʻeo, a calabash full to the brim, we invite you to fill your calabash with delicious brand new […]

Food Drive

O‘ahu - Hawai‘i State Library 478 S King St, Honolulu

As part of the Hawai‘i State Public Library System’s 2026 Summer Reading Challenge theme, E Heluhelu Kākou: ʻUmeke Kāʻeo, the Hawai‘i State Library is hosting […]

Summer: STEM Day

O‘ahu - Waikīkī-Kapahulu 400 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu

Join us for activities every day during the Summer. Saturday is STEM Day! STEM activities will be out all day long to explore and play […]

‘Researched Recipe’ diorama

Kaua‘i - Princeville 4343 Emmalani Dr., Princeville

Calling all creators, foodies, and researchers! HSPLS’s Summer Reading Challenge theme is ʻUmeke Kāʻeo and the Friends of the Princeville Library are celebrating by inviting […]

Family Storytime

O‘ahu - Waiʻanae 85-625 Farrington Hwy, Waiʻanae

Join Wai‘anae Public Library for a fun-filled Kalo Storytime! Keiki and their ‘ohana are invited to enjoy stories, songs, dancing, and crafts all about kalo, […]

Summer Fun

Recurring
O‘ahu - Waipahu 94-275 Mokuola St, Waipahu

"Stay Cool, Stay Sunny" this summer and join us for some "Summer Fun Activities": -Roller Coaster STEM activity (June 6th) -Chalk art contest (June 20th) […]

Babies, Books, and Blankets

Hawai‘i - Kailua-Kona 75-138 Hualālai Rd, Kailua-Kona

Join Julia for Babies, Books, and Blankets, a lap-sit for babies and toddlers, 0-24 months. Bring your babies and a comfortable blanket to sit on. Together, we […]

Shadow Box Making

O‘ahu - ‘Aiea 99-374 Pohai Place, ‘Aiea

Did you go to one of the BTS concerts? Got some cute stickers in your freebies? Or did you score some confetti? Come make a […]

Ask a Librarian

O‘ahu - Waikīkī-Kapahulu 400 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu

Book some one-on-one time with a librarian. Get assistance with research, ask tech questions, receive book recommendations, and more! You will receive a follow up […]

Free

First Saturday Community Art Class

Hawai‘i - Thelma Parker Memorial 67-1209 Māmalahoa Hwy, Kamuela

On the first Saturday of each month, the Waimea Arts Council (WAC), in partnership with Thelma Parker Memorial Public Library, instructs a class  on a […]

Be Internet Awesome!!

O‘ahu - Kapolei 1020 Manawai St, Kapolei

Do your children know how to navigate the internet safely?  Join us for fun, hands-on activities that help keiki, teens, and their families learn how to be smart, […]

Live Music & Ice Cream

O‘ahu - Salt Lake-Moanalua 3225 Salt Lake Blvd, Honolulu

Join us for a live musical experience followed by ice cream and popcorn to celebrate the start of Summer Reading Challenge.  Make sure you are […]

Year of the Fire Horse Teen Art Workshop

Hawai‘i - Kailua-Kona 75-138 Hualālai Rd, Kailua-Kona

Art Instructor Heather Scarbrough will host an engaging teen art workshop inspired by the Year of the Fire Horse! This guided, mixed-media art session, suitable […]

Free

Teen and Author Book Talk: The Seekers by Jack Bartley

Hawai‘i - Hilo 300 Waiānuenue Ave, Hilo

Meet teen book author Jack Bartley. Jack Bartley will discuss his 2nd post-apocalyptic Hilo-set book, The Seekers. This is the sequel to the first book […]

What’s Your Favorite Food? Make your own food magnet

O‘ahu - Hawai‘i State Library 478 S King St, Honolulu

Celebrate the Hawai‘i State Public Library System’s 2026 Summer Reading Challenge theme, E Heluhelu Kākou: ʻUmeke Kāʻeo, by creating your own magnets, featuring your favorite […]

Harmonica Performance Featuring Danilo Marrone

O‘ahu - Kapolei 1020 Manawai St, Kapolei

Nourish your mind and kick off the summer reading challenge with us as we enjoy the melodious sounds of the harmonica! We’re thrilled to host […]

Low-Water Plant Ideas for Home Gardens

O‘ahu - ʻĀina Haina 5246 Kalaniana‘ole Hwy, Honolulu

The O'ahu Master Gardeners present a program on low-water plant ideas for home gardens! Learn about xeriscape gardening and make your own succulent wreath to […]

Teen Zines!

Maui - Kahului 90 School St, Kahului

Come learn how to make zines! Zines are small, self-published magazines or booklets created to share ideas, experiences, and interests. Create, share and contribute to […]

Ceramic Musubi Book Workshop

O‘ahu - Kalihi-Pālama 1325 Kalihi St, Honolulu

Are you interested in ceramics? To kick off the Summer Reading Challenge, ceramist Ash Huang will teach you how to make your own ceramic musubi […]

Free

Kids Club

O‘ahu - Waikīkī-Kapahulu 400 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu

Join us for Kids Club. Fun with Ms. Pukahi for story time, book talks, learn something new, and craft activities for the whole family. Appropriate […]

Dave Del Rocco: Stories of Hawaii & the World

O‘ahu - Kailua 239 Kuulei Rd, Kailua

Come and hear folk tales shared by storyteller and local children's author Dave Del Rocco. This program is suitable for preschool and up.  Young children […]

HOLIDAY CLOSURE | In observance of Statehood Day, all public libraries will be closed on Friday, August 21, 2026.

ALERT | In observance of Labor Day, all public libraries will be closed Saturday, September 5 through Monday, September 7, 2026.

HOLIDAY CLOSURE | In observance of General Election Day, all public libraries will be closed on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

HOLIDAY CLOSURE | In observance of Veterans Day, all public libraries will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.

HOLIDAY CLOSURE | In observance of Thanksgiving Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, November 26, 2026.

HOLIDAY CLOSURE | In observance of Christmas Day, all public libraries will be closed on Friday, December 25, 2026.

ALERT | Network Maintenance – Sunday, July 19, 2026 from 7:00am to 4:00pm HST. Library patrons may experience interruptions with our website, online resources, computer reservation system, self-checkout stations, and the Library App. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience.