Blind Date with a Cookbook
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 […]
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Food Drive
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 […]
‘Researched Recipe’ diorama
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 […]
Summer (Blind) Date with a Library Book!
For teens in Grades 7-12 at the downtown Hawaiʻi State Library: Visit the Teen Section and choose a hand-wrapped book to borrow with your library […]
Unwrap a Library Book!
For readers in Grades 3-6 at the downtown Hawaiʻi State Library... Don’t judge a book by its cover! Visit the Middle Reader Room and choose […]
Mini-Games Mayhem
It's time for the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge! To celebrate our midpoint, we are hosting a mini-games fair! Come sign up and play mini-games in […]
Eyes of Hawaii: 18th Annual Photography Exhibit
The Hawaii State Library will showcase photos from EOH (Eyes of Hawaii) photography club in the firsy floor lobby of the Hawaii State Library from […]
Summer: STEM Day
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 […]
Ongoing
What’s Your Favorite Food? Make your own food magnet
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 […]
Baby & Me Storytime
Are you a parent or caregiver to a little one, between the ages of 0 to 2 years old? Bring your tiny reader to a […]
Family Storytime
Join Wai‘anae Public Library for a fun-filled ‘Ulu Storytime! Keiki and their ‘ohana are invited to enjoy stories, songs, dancing, and crafts all about ‘ulu […]
Building Pilina with Kahaluʻu Bay
Kahaluʻu is a wahi pana, a sacred and storied place, and is known as ʻāina lei aliʻi, a land adorned by the chiefs. Learn about […]
Ask a Librarian
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
Teen Writing Workshop with Matias Arredondo
Is there an author in you? Come and join writer Matias Arredondo in a workshop full of technique and practice, no experience required. This program […]
AARP Self-Defense Safety for Adults
Feel more confident out in the community. Learn practical safety tips and simple self-defense strategies you can use in every day situations. No experience necessary. Guest […]
A Morning of Video Game Music
Join the Hitbox Music Ensemble for a morning of live video game and anime music. Having performed at past venues like Comic Con Honolulu and […]
Read to a Dog
Looking for a little puppy love and stress relief? Join us at the library on every first Wednesday and third Saturday of each month for […]
Magic: The Gathering
Players of all skill levels are invited to join us for a monthly series of Magic: the Gathering sessions. Participants are encouraged to bring their […]
Kawaii Needle Felted Treats
Teens (ages 12-19) are invited to create a scrumptious felt friend or whatever they’d like through the fun and easy process of needle felting! First come, first served while supplies last […]
Summer-ween
Celebrate Halloween this Summer with a Summer-ween event! Join us for spooky themed crafts, creepy snacks, and a screening of a family-friendly, Halloween movie. Anyone […]
Rental Family (PG-13) Free Movie Screening and Discussion
Join us on the second floor of the Main Library in the Art, Music & Recretion section for the film and following discussion. Synopsis: A […]
Kids Club
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 […]
Teen Craft: Bead Buddies
Join YA Librarian Kylee, in making beaded keychains for either yourself, or a loved one! Beads, line, and all other materials provided. Anyone who […]
Free
LEGO Junior Challenge
LEGO builders ages 6-10 are invited to take on our mystery LEGO Junior Challenge! Space is limited, and spots fill quickly! To RSVP, contact Kailua-Kona […]
Hawaiʻi Literary Corner – El Rincón Literario de Hawaiʻi
Join us for our monthly Spanish Book Club! El Rincón Literario de Hawaiʻi will meet to share and discuss "La casa de los espritus” by […]
Growing Chili Peppers in Hawai’i
Are you a chili head, a bona fide hot spice lover? Come and hear Dr. Nat Bletter, ethnobotanist, as he tells how to cultivate and […]
