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May 2024

Wed 1

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Canceled CANCELLED Teen Hangout

May 1, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm

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

This event has been cancelled. The next Teen Hangout will be held on May 15th.

Thu 2

Babies, Books, and Blankets

May 2, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Hawaii - Pahoa 15-3070 Pahoa-Kalapana Rd, Pahoa, HI, United States

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 […]

Fri 3

CANCELLED – Toddler Story Time: Stories, Music and Fun

May 3, 2024 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm

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

The May 3rd Storytime has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience. View a schedule of upcoming library events at Hilo Public Library.

Sat 4

Free Comic Book Day

May 4, 2024

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

On Saturday, May 4th, visit this participating library during open hours to receive a free comic book of your choice, while supplies last. Some titles […]

Sat 4

Free Comic Book Day

May 4, 2024

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

On Saturday, May 4th, visit this participating library during open hours to receive a free comic book of your choice, while supplies last. Some titles […]

Sat 4

Free Comic Book Day

May 4, 2024

Hawaii - Thelma Parker Memorial 67-1209 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kamuela, HI, United States

On Saturday, May 4th, visit this participating library during open hours to receive a free comic book of your choice, while supplies last. Some titles […]

Sat 4

Free Comic Book Day

May 4, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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

May the 4th Be With You on Free Comic Book Day! This year, Star Wars Day falls on the annual Free Comic Book Day at […]

Sat 4

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First Saturday Community Art Classes

May 4, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Hawaii - Thelma Parker Memorial 67-1209 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kamuela, HI, United States

On the first Saturday of each month, the Waimea Arts Council (WAC), in partnership with Thelma Parker Memorial Public Library, instructs a class on a […]

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