Hawaiʻi State
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Join in for a STEM/STEAM activity for kids ages 7+. Each week features a different science program. Learn about light, sound, numbers, and measuring and […]

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 […]

Anoʻai me ke aloha!  This Summer Kaimukī Public Library is offering a Basic Hawaiian Language class for those interested in learning ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi in a fun […]

Learn to play simple songs on the ukulele with music instructor Randy Fonseca. For new and beginning players. Participants eligible for a Mountain View Adventure […]

Join the Lihue Live Poets Society for a relaxed poetry workshop at the Lihue Public Library. Open to new members of all skill levels! Anyone […]

Celebrate Summer Reading! Our theme is E Heluhelu Kākou: Mele, and Hawaii’s public libraries will be celebrating the power of storytelling through music, chants, and […]

Strategy! Mental exercise! Chess Club! Join us and learn to play or brush up on your skills. Both beginners and veteran players are welcome to […]

Do you love animals? Want to learn about small animals? The Hawaiian Humane Society presents “All About Small Animals”. This program includes information about small […]

Event has been cancelled due to construction.    

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 Ms. Mindy for movement, music & stories. Suitable for keiki ages 2 - 5 years old. Must be accompanied by parent or caregiver. Programming […]

Join the discussion of All Systems Red (Murderbot Diaries #1) by Martha Wells. Excerpt from Goodreads.com:"'As a heartless killing machine, I was a complete failure.' […]

Learn how to make 5D diamond stickers.  Tools, materials and guidance will be provided.  Best suited for those four years old and up.  Adults are […]

Goodwill Hawaii, in partnership with the American Job Center, is offering free career services to residents on Maui, Lanai, and Molokai! On the 2nd Tuesday […]

Aunty Sherie brings Music and Movement to the library! Children will explore musical themes and instruments with fun, engaging activities.  Best for ages 2 - […]

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

Join us as we celebrate Mele with a free local documentary film screening! Those Who Came Before: The Musical Journey of Eddie Kamae pays tribute […]

Have you ever played chess? Do you want to learn? Are you an avid player and want to help others learn how to play? Whatever […]

Join us as we celebrate Mele with a free local documentary film screening! Li‘a: The Legacy of a Hawaiian Man is an award-winning documentary that […]

Celebrate the importance of early literacy and come together to nurture pre-reading skills in your child. Listen to a few stories, enjoy a  magnet activity, […]

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 […]

Weekly Wednesday Story Time at Kapaa Public Library! Story time is for approximately 2-4 year old children and their parent/guardian. Programming and supplies supported by the […]

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 […]

Join Julia for stories, songs, and play to strengthen our preschoolers’ early literacy skills! This program is suitable for ages 3-5 years old. Young children […]

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 […]

Do you love animals? The Hawaiian Humane Society presents “Tails of Kindness”, an engaging and interactive presentation designed to teach children the importance of showing […]

Join us as we celebrate Mele with a free local documentary film screening! Li‘a: The Legacy of a Hawaiian Man is an award-winning documentary that […]

Join us as we celebrate Mele with a free local documentary film screening! Li‘a: The Legacy of a Hawaiian Man is an award-winning documentary that […]

Ready to roll? Put your Dungeons & Dragons training to the test in this 3-part campaign with experienced Dungeon Master, Nikki. Wednesday, July 9 at […]

Join us as we celebrate Mele, our 2025 Summer Reading theme, with a free local documentary film screening! "The History of the Sons of Hawai‘i" […]

Come build with Legos at North Kohala Library! Participants can free build whatever they can imagine or collaborate together to build a larger, themed project […]

Bring your friends for a fun tabletop escape room type game! Test your information literacy skills by solving these fun puzzles. Each week will be […]

Learn to play simple songs on the ukulele with Uncle Randy. Join us and have some fun! Children must be accompanied by a parent or […]

Game on! Join us Wednesday evenings from 4:30-6:30 pm for Scrabble play. We also have an assortment of other board games to choose from. Please check […]

Join us for a fun, hands-on event open to nature lovers of all ages! Learn about native plants and how they help our environment while […]

The right plant in the right place! With Master Gardener Ed Fenzl of Living Light Landscaping. Presentation on: -Developing a natural garden -Reducing maintenance Learn […]

Celebrate the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge! Join Cheryl Yoshie Nakasone for an all-ages program exploring the beauty and evolution of Okinawan dance, from classical forms […]

Join us for a monthly workshop series to illuminate your path toward financial empowerment featuring 6 key topics: February Budgeting Basics:  Making Every Dollar Count […]

This FREE program is suitable for high school students, their families, and interested adults. Are you in high school and thinking of college after graduation? […]

Celebrate the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge! 2025 has been proclaimed the Year of Our Community Forests in Hawai‘i! To celebrate, public libraries are partnering with […]

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.  We […]

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 […]

Do you have a wiggly, giggly 3 to 5 year old on your hands? Join us for Preschool Storytime as we listen to stories, shake […]

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Learn computer basics such as: • Turning on your device(s) • Identifying mouse and pointer & functions • Typing in the “address bar” Get comfortable […]

You have 45 minutes to solve our music-themed escape room! Decipher the clues, unlock the boxes, and beat the clock to win!  An escape room […]

Join us as we celebrate Mele with a free local documentary film screening! Those Who Came Before: The Musical Journey of Eddie Kamae pays tribute […]

Join us to be enlightened by Dr. Carolyn O'Mahony for an interactive workshop for parents and caregivers of 5-9 year old keiki. Learn low cost, […]

Come spend part of Summer Break with us at the library! Watch The Greatest Showman with your friends and family. Children under 12 must be […]

In partnership with the Gemini Observatory, join us for an adventure in a portable planetarium where we will explore our solar system and galaxy. State-of-the-art […]

Celebrate Hawaiian culture with crafts and song! All materials provided by Friends of the Mountain View Library. For ages 5 and up. Children must be […]

Our Summer Reading Challenge theme this year is E Heluhelu Kākou: Mele in`Ōlelo Hawai`i, or Let's Read: song, anthem, or chant. Libraries are of course […]

Join us as we celebrate Mele with a free local documentary film screening! Li‘a: The Legacy of a Hawaiian Man is an award-winning documentary that […]

Join us as we celebrate Mele, our 2025 Summer Reading theme, with a free local documentary film screening! Words, Earth & Aloha: The Source of […]

Join us as we celebrate Mele, our 2025 Summer Reading theme, with a free local documentary film screening! "The History of the Sons of Hawai‘i" […]

Join us as we celebrate Mele, our 2025 Summer Reading theme, with a free local documentary film screening! Words, Earth & Aloha: The Source of […]

Join us on Fridays at the Kailua-Kona Public Library for a free film screening! July 11th's Friday Film: The Greatest Showman (PG, 96 min) Light […]

How can I get help with my job search and applying for a new job? How can I level up my computer skills and resume […]

You have 45 minutes to solve our music-themed escape room! Decipher the clues, unlock the boxes, and beat the clock to win!  An escape room […]

Are you a chess aficionado who would like to up your game a bit? Come to Salt Lake-Moanalua! Matthew Washington has coached chess at Pearl […]

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! […]

Dave Del Rocco will enchant you with folk tales and short stories from around the world! For all ages; young children must be accompanied by […]

Celebrate the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge! Join Cheryl Yoshie Nakasone for an all-ages program exploring the beauty and evolution of Okinawan dance, from classical forms […]

LEGO lovers can join us for an hour of free play with LEGO bricks. No sign up is required, and the library will provide the LEGO […]

You have 45 minutes to solve our music-themed escape room! Decipher the clues, unlock the boxes, and beat the clock to win!  An escape room […]

At 1:00, join artist Rich Rodriguez as he leads a drawing workshop. You’ll learn the basics of how to draw characters (like Stitch, Smurfs, and […]

Due to an unforeseen circumstance, this event, A.I. & School, is rescheduled for Saturday, August 9. See the August 9th event entry for more details. […]

Celebrate the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge! 2025 has been proclaimed the Year of Our Community Forests in Hawai‘i! To celebrate, public libraries are partnering with […]

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 […]

Join us for an enchanting woodwind quintet concert that blends the elegance of classical music, the charm of popular tunes, and the warmth of Hawaiian […]