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Waipahu Public Library is embracing snail mail from March to June 2026 and bringing back the art of letter writing. Our newest program is connecting […]

Let’s craft together! Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, friendly space to make and connect. All skill levels welcome. Anyone who requires an […]

Enjoy this fun, interactive session where we’ll share some stories, resources, and tips that support early brain development and pre-reading skills. Connect with other families […]

Feeling lost on Medicare? Tiffany Grooms of Your Financial Advocate is here to help! In this free educational seminar, you'll learn: What is Medicare? What […]

Social Service Navigation at Pāhoa Public & School Library A Puna Social Service Navigator and Certified Kokua Specialist from Kumukahi Health + Wellness will be […]

Aloha pumehana kākou! Feel free to join us for our second Hawaiian 101 class at the Kaimukī Public Library. We are continuing the Basic Hawaiian […]

  TEENS!  Join us for National Pizza Day - good vibes, great friends, and all the cheesy slices you can handle! Come grab a slice […]

Aloha ʻĀina!  All are invited to join the advanced Hawaiian Language class.  Please note that this class is a continuation of the Hawaiian 102 with […]

Ever wanted to try this fun, portable, and practical craft? Or maybe you already know how, but need help learning to read patterns? Come join […]

Crystal Alchemy Singing Bowl Soundbath A unique immersive experience of being “bathed” in the vibrations of eight 432 Hz Crystal Alchemy Singing Bowls made from […]

Please join us every Tuesday at 10 am for a fun and educational family storytime. This program is geared towards families with children ages 0-5. […]

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 the discussion of James by Percival Everett. Excerpt from Goodreads.com:"A brilliant reimagining of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn—both harrowing and satirical—told from the enslaved Jim's […]

Come on over and join the fun—play Hanafuda with your fellow community members! We're excited to let you know that after a summer break, we're […]

Bridge is a four-player partnership trick-taking card game. Mahjong is now played on Wednesday afternoon. Join others interested in learning either game that challenges the […]

Unplug and have fun with us at Family Game Day every 2nd Tuesday of the month! All ages welcome! Games provided or feel free to […]

Join the fun to learn new skills and participate in friendly competition! Chess players of all skill levels and all ages are welcome to attend. […]

Attention all GenX'ers and Millennials and 80's movie buffs! Do you wish you could share your generational trauma with those who have no idea about […]

Learn Hawaiian language basics with Kumu Kaʻuhane.  The same class will offered monthly. Feel free to attend each one and improve your skills! Contact the […]

A cozy, low-pressure gathering every Tuesday 5:00-6:30 pm where we listen to a shared audiobook while working on our own craft projects. Bring your knitting, […]

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Come to Kailua Library to customize a card for your sweetie. All art supplies and cards will be […]

Come join Read to Me International & the Kīhei Public Library for an evening of fun read-alouds, music, and reading resources! All ages and reading […]

Just us for a monthly community storytelling series at 'Aina Haina Public Library, where true, personal stories come alive through local voices, fostering deep listening […]

For those 3 years of age and older.  We will move, sing, stretch, breathe and read.  Join us in songs filled with yoga poses as […]

Need Health Insurance? Legal Aid Society of Hawaii offers free help with enrolling families in Medicaid and Marketplace (Affordable Care Act) health insurance. Anyone who […]

For those 3 years of age and older.  We will move, sing, stretch, breathe and read.  Join us in songs filled with yoga poses as […]

Join our Make-n-Take craft workshop and create a Chinese New Year Paper Lantern. Tap into your creative self and enjoy being part of our community. […]

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 […]

Skill Builders: Library & Research is a hands-on program designed for homeschooling families who want to develop strong academic skills in a supportive library setting. […]

Due to holiday closure on Saturday, 2/14, we are switching the order of our Wednesday and Saturday Preschool Storytimes this month. We will still have […]

Calling all super fans! Swing by the library after school for a mini Jeopardy-style trivia game packed with your favorite fandoms – from Marvel to Middle-earth, […]

Front of Makawao Library Every Wednesday 1:30-4:30 PM, except holidays Get direct help with program questions, application submission, renewal assistance, application follow-up, Kokua Card assistance, […]

Mahjong is a game played with colorful tiles, with a rich history. Join others interested in learning this game that challenges the brain! A way […]

Play games and make stuff at the library! This weekly after school program is especially for kids in upper elementary grades (Gr 3-5), and welcomes […]

Create a cute felt photo/card keychain charm for the things you want to keep close, whether it’s a photo of your favorite K-pop idol, a […]

Create soft, colorful felt fortune cookies and tuck your own fun or inspiring messages inside!  Add a mini take out box and you've got a […]

Join the Writers Group at the Waialua Public Library every 2nd Thursday from 9:30am-11:00am to discuss the monthly writing topic, share your work, and get […]

Beginning on February 12th, free tax prep services will be provided by certified AARP volunteers. This service is on a walk in, first come first […]

Aloha kākou! Please join us at Hilo Public Library for ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi classes led by Kumu Edna Baker. Kumu Edna will show us how to […]

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

Welcome to Babies, Books, and Blankets, a lapsit for babies 2 and under. Bring your baby and a blanket to sit on. We'll provide the […]

Aloha kākou! Please join us at Hilo Public Library for ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi classes led by Kumu Edna Baker. Kumu Edna will show us how to […]

Calling all super fans! Swing by the library after school for a mini Jeopardy-style trivia game packed with your favorite fandoms – from Marvel to […]

Every 2nd Thursday of the month. If you love books you’ll love our book club! Come for an hour. YOU choose the book, no assigned […]

Come discuss this canonical work of traditional Hawaiian life, written by the distinguished scholars Mary Kawena Pukui and E.S. Craighill Handy. Covering manners and customs […]

Back by popular demand is Daniel Tremblay of HIMELE! Listen and learn from Daniel, as he teaches the history of Hawaiian Steel Guitars, and how […]

 Big news for dementia care on KauaʻiWe’ve rescheduled our community talk on the GUIDE Model toFebruary 12, 2026.Learn what this new model means for families, […]

Social Service Navigator Heather Rosehill from Vibrant Hawaii will be on-site to offer first-come, first-served navigation and appointment setting. Get help with housing applications, SNAP, […]