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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Events for July 18, 2026
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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 […]
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 […]
Coastal Waters
2026 is Makahiki Kuleana Kahakai: the Year of Our Coastal Kuleana. Discover Hawaiʻi’s living shoreline, learning about limu, coral reefs, native fish, and how nearshore ecosystems […]
Canceled Summer Fun
"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) […]
Teen Craft: Keys Wristlet
It's officially time for a summer sewing session! So you've finally got the needle to the fabric with the sewing machine, but now you're looking […]
Free
A Journey of Slack Key Guitar with Jeff Peterson
Join acclaimed musician Jeff Peterson for an engaging program featuring slack key guitar music and stories that explore the history and evolution of this unique Hawaiian […]
Stories From Around the World with Dave Del Rocco
Storyteller Dave Del Rocco will share folktales from different parts of the world. These tales, appropriate for all ages but especially for children ages 5-12, are mostly funny and […]
Beginner’s Crochet
Learn how to put hook to yarn in these beginner lessons in crochet! Facilitated by Adult Services Librarian, Sarah, this introductory course will teach you […]
Free
Read to a Dog
O‘ahu - Salt Lake-Moanalua 3225 Salt Lake Blvd, HonoluluLooking for a little puppy love and stress relief? Join us at the library on every first Wednesday and third Saturday of each month for […]
Decorate a Tote Bag
Decorate your very own tote bag with paint, stencils, and patches. From the farmers market to the library, a tote bag always comes in handy. […]
Read it and Weave with NiU Now! (Makua Event)
Join us for an afternoon of connection, conversation, and crafting! Gain new insight into the cultural and historical significance of niu, as well efforts surrounding […]
Free
Architecture LEGO Studio: Space Series
Design and build otherworldly LEGO architecture fit for the Space Age! This program is suitable for ages 10-18. Spaces are limited: contact the library to […]
Clara Kim Presents: Koʻu Inoa
Join us in the lobby for a solo performance by violinist Clara Kim, featuring contemporary classical works by composers with whom she has personal connections. […]
Magic: The Gathering
Join us for an afternoon of Magic: The Gathering. Bring your own deck or borrow one of ours, all skill levels are welcome and patient […]
Mocktail Hour
Want to cool off for a bit during the summer? Learn about and enjoy mocktails as you sit back and relax. Please note this is […]
Valorant Level Up Your Game eSports Class
Want to play Valorant like a pro? Learn aiming training, decision-making, and the mindset of an elite competitor-straight from a Valorant scholarship athlete! This is […]
Coastal Lands & Birds
2026 is Makahiki Kuleana Kahakai: the Year of Our Coastal Kuleana. Discover the fascinating wetland birds, shoreline birds, and seabirds of Hawaiʻi! Join a local expert […]
Coastal Waters
2026 is Makahiki Kuleana Kahakai: the Year of Our Coastal Kuleana. Discover Hawaiʻi’s living shoreline, learning about limu, coral reefs, native fish, and how nearshore ecosystems […]
Family Speed Puzzling Competition
Gather your friends and family and experience Kapolei Public Library’s first Speed Puzzling Competition! Speed puzzling is a competitive jigsaw puzzle event where teams race to […]
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 & Emoji Safety Pins
Join YA Librarian Kylee, in making beaded keychain animals, or beaded emojis. Beads, line, and all other materials provided. Anyone who requires an auxiliary […]
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 […]
