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Book Character Pumpkin Decorating Contest
The Kailua-Kona Public Library is hosting a book character pumpkin decorating contest! Contest divisions include: Children's Divisions (Two divisions: K-2nd grade and 3rd-5th grade) Teen Divisions (Two divisions: 6th-8th grade and 9th-12th grade) Stop by the Children's Section and/or the Teen Section beginning Tuesday, October 3rd through Wednesday, October 25th to pick up a contest rules/entry form. Entries may be dropped off at the library during library hours only from Thursday, October 19th through Wednesday, October 25th. Public and staff voting…
Find out more »Teen Bookface Exhibit
Snap an appropriate photo with an image from any book or magazine over your face (and your friend's face too!) to create a new image. If you want, you can edit it with a filter, or some cropping, then email it to: konabookface@librarieshawaii.org. Library staff will be posting everyone's photos around the library to exhibit our community's creativity. Anyone can submit, and we are hoping for the biggest turnout from our teens. If you don't have a camera, library staff…
Find out more »A Not-Just-a-Book-Club Travel Conversation Circle
What's new in the travel book section? New and favorite travel books. Useful internet sites, where we've been and where we're going, 2017 travel questions and highly overrated destinations are all part of our discussions in this monthly club for globe-trotters and armchair travelers. Enjoy friendly conversation and sharing good ideas at the next meeting. Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 15 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if special accommodations are needed.
Find out more »Fall Checkout Challenge
Come join Aiea Public Library for our creepy crawly check-out challenge! Children 6th grade and under may draw sticker packets for every book that they (or their guardian) borrow. If your sticker packet contains a candy corn sticker, you win a prize. More books borrowed = more chances to win! See the information desk for more information/sign-up. No purchase or consideration necessary to participate.
Find out more »Family Storytime
Enjoy weekly themed books, songs, and crafts with the whole family. Each week we discuss a new theme and read related stories. A craft based on the theme is also provided. This program is recommended for children ages 2-7 but all are welcome. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 10 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if special accommodations are needed.
Find out more »Scary Stories Featuring The Hawaii Fiction Writers
Just in time for the Halloween season, the Hawaii Fiction Writers group is back to share stories that are sure to send some shivers your way. Join us for a quartet of readings by authors Michael Little, Laurie Hanan, Carol Catanzariti, and Gail Baugniet. Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the hosting library 10 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if special accommodations are needed.
Find out more »Preschool Puzzle Time
Join us for stories and songs and then have fun at our free puzzle playtime. Recommended for children 2-5 years old. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Program is subject to change or cancellation due to construction.
Find out more »After-school Activities Club
North Kohala Public Library invites you to join the after-school activities club on selected Wednesdays for ages 6 and up. We will enjoy a variety of fun activities, meet new friends, and learn new things. Possible activities include Lego building, Wii gaming, drama, crafting, movies, book talks, and sports. Please call for more information. Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 15 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter of if special accommodations are needed.
Find out more »Discovering the Classics with Papa Lopaka
Papa Lopaka (Robert DeVinck) is a writer, English literature scholar, and long-time reader of classic books. Come enjoy a dramatic reading of the Classics Illustrated comic book of Edward Lytton's The Last Days of Pompeii, projected on a large screen. Following the reading, Papa will encourage children to read the original book. Small snacks are included (refreshments provided by the Kay A. Edwards Memorial Fund.) Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 15 days in advance to request…
Find out more »Waialua Readers’ Group
The Waialua Public Library hosts a monthly book club that meets every 4th Thursday at 9:30 a.m. Join us for a lively book discussion, and find out more about next month's book pick! Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 10 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if special accommodations are needed.
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