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

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 […]

Our Hāmākua Homestead series is back, and it’s more exciting than ever! Get ready for inspiring sessions on permaculture design, unlocking the secrets to building […]

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. […]

It’s graduation and wedding season! Learn to make a simple lei from the leaves of a ti plant, something you probably have in your backyard. […]

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 Fox 8 by George Saunders. We will also share our favorite poems at this meeting. Excerpt from Goodreads.com:"A darkly comic short […]

Location: table on lanai Social Service Navigators from Vibrant Hawai‘i will be on-site to offer resources and services to community members in need. Get help […]

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 […]

NAMI Peer support groups offer respect, understanding, encouragement, and hope for people living with mental illness. Free and confidential. Connection Recovery Peer Support Groups meet […]

High school students: do you need a spot to study for finals or finish a project? Stop by our study room for just this week! […]

Bridge is a four-player partnership trick-taking card game. Join others interested in learning either game that challenges the brain! A way to practice strategy, wit […]

Join local author Virginia Fortner for a workshop on writing. For those who want to become, and those who are, writers! Participants choose, sample, and […]

Learn line dancing at the Ewa Beach Library! Basics will be taught. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a […]

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. […]

Start your college journey in West Hawaiʻi at Hawaiʻi Community College – Pālamanui! Meet with the Office of Student Services team from Pālamanui to guide […]

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 be offered monthly. Feel free to attend each one and improve your skills! Contact […]

A special, family-open edition of Stories We Carry. Mother's Day is May 10th - and we're keeping the celebration going. Because this gathering is about […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

High school students: do you need a spot to study for finals or finish a project? Stop by our study room for just this week! […]

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, […]

Please join us for an after-school Lego engineering challenge! This month we'll build favorite scenes from books we love. If you've ever thought it would […]

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 […]

Embark on an unforgettable adventure! Blast off with Matt and his dad aboard Roger Rocketship as they explore distant galaxies. When their spaceship malfunctions, they […]

Learn to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG)! Demo decks will be provided for learning and casual game play. This program is especially for […]

Game on! Join us Wednesday evenings on the library's lanai from 4:30-6:30 pm for Scrabble play and more. We also have an assortment of other board […]

Kūpuna of Ko'olauloa are welcome to this bi-monthly game and Talk Story time. Brain games and good times will keep you sharp and happy. Come […]

JOIN US FOR: 4 interactive workshops for families with young children 0-5 years old Learning through play with your child Receive a copy of the […]

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 […]

High school students: do you need a spot to study for finals or finish a project? Stop by our study room for just this week! […]

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 […]

Embark on an unforgettable adventure! Blast off with Matt and his dad aboard Roger Rocketship as they explore distant galaxies. When their spaceship malfunctions, they […]

Prepare seedlings for the last month of spring with a family-friendly yoga workshop exploring playful poses inspired by seeds, flowers, and tress using gentle movement. […]

May's Book Club pick is The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel. Rather than a typical how-to money advice book, Housel offers ideas about how […]

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 […]

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 […]

The Junior League of Honolulu would like you to bring your keiki and ohana for a fun, one-hour literacy gathering rooted in community and connection. […]

Join Julia for Babies, Books, and Blankets, a lap-sit for babies and toddlers, 0-24 months. Bring your babies and a comfortable blanket to sit on. Together, we […]

Looking for a like minded writing group? Or ready to write and hesitant? Join our Writers’ Group! Work on your current writing project in an […]

Meet our newest therapy dog Adaka!  This  program is designed to give children and teens a chance to enjoy reading aloud with no pressure and […]

Aloha kākou! The Kahului Library presents ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi classes led by Kumu Kamu Rodrigues. Kamu Rodrigues will show us how to include using the Hawaiian […]

Location: Program Room Are you curious about textiles and handcrafted items? Welcome to the beautiful craft of handweaving! Join us at Hilo Public Library the […]

Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and fun! Every other Saturday at 10:30 am. Recommended for children 3 to 5 years old. Children must be accompanied by […]

Embark on an adventure, cast a spell, slay a beast, and more in this introductory D&D event with the Aloha Adventurers Guild! RSVP recommended. Minimum […]

Join a group of avid logophiles in playing Scrabble! Everyone is welcome to join.     Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for […]

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 […]

Learn embroidery basics with Joann DʻAddio while crafting a custom design! This program is suitable for middle schoolers and high schoolers. Spaces are limited. Contact […]