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Storytimes for preschool age children feature themed stories, rhymes, and songs. Most storytimes will be followed by a simple activity. All children must be accompanied […]

This free program encourages you to read 1,000 books with your child before he or she enters Kindergarten. One of the best ways to encourage […]

Join RTMI (Read To Me International) & the Waimea Public Library for an evening of fun read-alouds, music, and reading resources! Families who register on […]

Join us for a baby lap-sit perfect for ages 0-2! This 20 minute program will feature books and nursery rhymes. All children must be accompanied […]

Join us for Family Story Time every Tuesday morning! Come join us for fun stories, dances, and songs. There will be a free new book […]

Join us every Tuesday morning for playtime (10:00am - 10:30am) followed by a storytime program Tuesday Tales & Tunes (10:30am - 11:00am). Recommended for little […]

Join us every Tuesday this summer at 2:00 pm for a fun-filled Reading Challenge activity! This week, come learn to draw Kawaii Characters! For children […]

Join us every Wednesday at 10:00am for a fun-filled storytime! We’ll read a few simple stories, then make a craft or do an activity. Great […]

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 […]

Storytimes for preschool age children feature themed stories, rhymes, and songs. Most storytimes will be followed by a simple activity. All children must be accompanied […]

Parents and caregivers are the first education providers during the 0-5 early critical years. The 1000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge is a simple  and fun […]

For Kindergarteners through 3rd graders Hearing books read aloud improves listening and reading skills. Learn new vocabulary! Expand your imagination! Funny stories, classic tales, short […]

The Preschool Storytime will be held in the Windward Mall's Center Court. Join Auntie Ariel for Thursday morning storytimes! Please bring blankets, mats or something […]

Storytime is great fun for keiki and their families! Join us for stories and songs followed by a simple craft or activity. Suitable for children […]

Join us for an outdoor teddy bear picnic storytime.  Bring your teddy bear (or your favorite stuffed animal friend) and a blanket to sit on.  […]

Come visit Kīhei Public Library on Thursday mornings for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun! Program is best suited for children ages 3 - 5 […]

Our community partner, Partners In Development Foundation, will be hosting a special story time and craft. Join us in the children’s room for this program. […]

Join us every Thursday morning for an hour of themed stories, songs, rhymes, and so much more! Storytime lasts around 30 minutes with a fun […]

Come join Aunty Beth at Storytime! We read books, sing songs, and make a craft suitable for children 2-5. Children need to be accompanied by […]

This month's selection is by The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton Read the book by 7/25 and come watch the movie. Short discussion will follow. Snacks […]

Calling all middle schoolers & high schoolers! Tune in to this year's Summer Reading Challenge with the Kailua-Kona Public Library's Read-apalooza Young Adult BINGO Card! […]

Themed stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and a simple craft. This 45-minute program is suitable for children ages 2 to 5 and their adult caregiver.  This […]

Come visit Liliha Public Library and read to a therapy dog! This program is designed to give children a chance to enjoy reading aloud with […]

Welcome to Teen Book Club, where we meet once a month to discuss books chosen by our members. New participants are welcome and encouraged to […]

Time to meet up to discuss events, programs you want to have at the Kailua-Kona Library. Not a member yet? Join us at the meeting to learn more and have your voice heard.

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 […]

Join Uncle Tim every Sunday morning at 10:30am for Family Storytime at Kaimuki Public Library. Families can enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, bubbles, and time for […]