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Trick or Treating for Adults – Free Recycled Books

October 31, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Oahu - Hawaii State Library 478 S King St, Honolulu

Looking for a book to read? Trick or treat at the Social Science and Philosophy section of the Hawaii State Library to pick up a […]

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Step By Step | A Honolulu Theatre for Youth Production

October 31, 2022 @ 9:30 am - 10:05 am

Oahu - Kapolei 1020 Manawai St, Kapolei

Taking care of one another and making healthy choices can be fun for the whole family if you take it step by step, together. Join […]

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Family Movie Mondays: Despicable Me 3

October 31, 2022 @ 5:15 pm - 7:00 pm

Hawaii - Laupahoehoe 35-2065 Old Mamalahoa Hwy, Laupahoehoe

“Gru meets his long-lost, charming, cheerful, and more successful twin brother Dru, who wants to team up with him for one last criminal heist." – […]

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