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April 2023

Fri 21

Kid Lit Exhibit

April 1, 2023 - April 29, 2023

Hawaii - Kailua-Kona 75-138 Hualalai Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI, United States

This year, five young authors have contributed original works to our first-ever Kid Lit Exhibit at the Kailua-Kona Public Library. Readers need writers, and this […]

Fri 21

Hanapēpē: A Native Hawaiian Cultural Festival

April 21, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

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 […]

Fri 21

Toddler Story Time: Stories, Music and Fun

April 21, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm

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

Story time is a wonderful way to explore the world of books with stories and music. Join us as we share very simple books and […]

Fri 21

Keiki Storytime

April 21, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Oahu - Nanakuli 89-070 Farrington Hwy., Waianae, United States

Keiki and their ohana are invited to join us for storytime where we sing songs and listen to stories. Storytime will end with a craft […]

Fri 21

Chinese Mahjong

April 21, 2023 @ 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Oahu - Aina Haina 5246 Kalanianaole Hwy, Honolulu, HI, United States

Interested in learning basic Chinese mahjong? Stop by the library for a lesson and a chance to play!

Fri 21

Family Movie Fridays

April 21, 2023 @ 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Hawaii - Laupahoehoe 35-2065 Old Mamalahoa Hwy, Laupahoehoe, HI, United States

Movies are held in the Children's Room. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver at all times. Contact the library to ask what movies […]

Sat 22

Hawaii's State Poet Laureate Brandy Nalani McDougall

VIRTUAL EVENT: Get Poetic with Hawai‘i’s State Poet Laureate

April 22, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am

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In celebration of National Poetry Month, join Hawaiʻi State Poet Laureate Brandy Nālani McDougall as she shares her unique and empowering stories of Hawaii through […]

Sat 22

Children’s Storytime

April 22, 2023 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Oahu - Hawaii State Library 478 S King St, Honolulu, HI, United States

Join us for Children’s Storytime on Saturdays at the Hawaii State Library. Families can enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, and crafts. Best for ages 3-5; all […]

Sat 22

People practicing energy bagua around a tree

Energy Bagua-Walking Meditation

April 22, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Oahu - Salt Lake-Moanalua 3225 Salt Lake Blvd, Honolulu, HI, United States

Energy Bagua is a special method of meditation developed by Master JinBodhi for the maintenance of good health. It balances YIN and Yang energy, while […]

Sat 22