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: Arts & Craft Day
Join us for activities every day during the Summer. Wednesday is Arts & Craft Day! Art & Craft activities will be out all day long […]
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 […]
Beginner Tai Chi for Fall Prevention: Low-Impact Exercise for Older Adults 50+
Join us for Tai Chi – a form of martial arts and low impact exercise for Older Adults 50+. Medical clearance by a physician is […]
Keiki Storytime
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 […]
Preschool Storytime
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 […]
Preschool Story Time
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 […]
In-Person Parent Café Finding our Rhythm: Building Homes & Communities Where Emotions Are Welcome
For families with Keiki - 18-months to 5 years old. This program is suitable for caregivers and their keiki. Joins us for a musical Parent […]
Chris Da Clown Balloon Storytelling
Balloon Storytelling turns library storytime into an unforgettable adventure! To wrap up the fun, Chris Da Clown will pass out a special balloon to each […]
Food Themed Storytime & Craft
Come join us for storytime. A fun and engaging opportunity to listen to a few stories. In addition, foster a love for reading, enhance your […]
Understanding Diabetes: Local Style!
Join us for an informative program on diabetes, where you’ll learn what diabetes is, its potential health impacts, and practical steps for prevention. The session […]
Junior Authors Guild
Is your child a storyteller at heart? This summer, kids get to create a real picture book — from the first word to the final […]
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LEGO Club
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 […]
Family Game Day
Fun and games for the entire family. Bring your family. Bring your friends, OR make new ones. Play classic board games, or learn new ones. […]
Keiki Flix
Join us for a food themed movie for Summer Reading Challenge! Call for movie title and more information. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or […]
Mokihana Berry Read-Aloud Club – Special Guest ʻAnakē Nani Higa
Joining us this week will be special guest reader ʻAnakē Nani Higa For Kindergarteners through 3rd graders Hearing books read aloud improves listening and reading […]
Teens’ Umeke Craft Series- DIY Felt Opihi Craft
This Summer Reading Challenge, teach yourself a new skill! Whether it is crocheting, working with fabric and felt, basic sewing, or DIY- come learn how […]
Lego Club
Join us for an enjoyable session of Lego free play. All ages welcome! Build a Lego masterpiece! Meet other Lego artists as you create. Anyone who […]
Jason Izumi Author Talk
Local author, artist, and grandson of Shizuko Teshima will share a behind-the-scenes look at the making of his new children’s book, Grandma Teshima’s Restaurant. Learn […]
Hawaiʻi Rural Water Association
Learn about Act 125 and cesspool conversion from Ted Johns, Water Quality Action Specialist with Hawaiʻi Rural Water Association, a non-profit organization whose mission is […]
Writer’s Night
We invite you to a dedicated evening for writing, collaboration, and creative exchange. Work independently or share ideas with other writers. This is our third […]
READO (BINGO)
Play READO (BINGO for book lovers) at the library. Win cool prizes with Aunty Nina. Fun for the whole family! Sponsored by the Friends of Waimānalo […]
