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April 2023

Tue 11

Book cover of "Heart of Being Hawaiian" by Sally-Jo Bowman.

Book Club: The Heart of Being Hawaiian

April 11, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Hawaii - North Kohala 54-3645 Akoni Pule Hwy, Kapaau, HI, United States

Join the discussion of The Heart of Being Hawaiian by Sally-Jo Bowman! Bowman explores what it means to be Hawaiian in our modern world. Through […]

Wed 12

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Teen Volunteer Fair (Registration Recommended)

April 12, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Oahu - Mililani 95-450 Makaimoimo St, Mililani, HI, United States

Volunteering is a great way to develop skills to prepare for college or career paths -- while giving back to our community! Teens ages 15+ […]

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Thu 13

Sign Language Classes

April 13, 2023 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Hawaii - North Kohala 54-3645 Akoni Pule Hwy, Kapaau, HI, United States

Let's learn sign language! Both Exact English and American Sign Language will be explored through natural conversation. Classes will be held on the second and […]

Thu 13

Cover of "Under the Wave at Waimea" by Paul Theroux

Book Club

April 13, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Hawaii - Honokaa 45-3380 Mamane St, Bldg #3, Honokaa, HI, United States

From legendary writer Paul Theroux comes an atmospheric novel following a big-wave surfer as he confronts aging, privilege, mortality, and whose lives we choose to […]

Sat 15

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Personal Recollections of Ewa Plantation Days

April 15, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Oahu - Kapolei 1020 Manawai St, Kapolei, HI, United States

Join us for a fascinating “talk story” session with three kupuna who will share their experiences growing up in old Ewa Plantation town and their […]

Sat 15

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Cultivating Mindfulness with Meditation for Children and Adults

Featured April 15, 2023 @ 2:15 pm - 3:00 pm

Oahu - Wahiawa 820 California Ave, Wahiawa, HI, United States

Are you or your child stressed, anxious, struggling in work or school, or having difficulty managing emotions? Learning mindfulness can help you cope with challenging […]

Mon 17

Jewelry Making

April 17, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Hawaii - North Kohala 54-3645 Akoni Pule Hwy, Kapaau, HI, United States

Attend a special jewelry making class for adults! Jewelry artist, Sid Nakamoto, will lead participants in the making of a simple and beautiful wire wrapped […]

Mon 17

Jewelry Making

April 17, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Hawaii - North Kohala 54-3645 Akoni Pule Hwy, Kapaau, HI, United States

Attend a special jewelry making class for adults! Jewelry artist, Sid Nakamoto, will lead participants in the making of a simple and beautiful wire wrapped […]

Wed 19

Bananagram Cross Word Puzzle Family Game

April 19, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Hawaii - Hilo 300 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI, United States

Go bananas at the library with Banagrams! This fun word game is sure to be appealing as you work in a bunch (or split off […]

Thu 20

Hanapēpē: A Native Hawaiian Cultural Festival

April 20, 2023 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Kauai - Hanapepe 4490 Kona Road, Hanapepe, HI, United States

Hanapepe Public Library Meeting Room Thursday April 20, 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Opening event & Welcome: Janet Kaeo Bradford, Kumu Peleke Flores: Malama Huleia […]