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Storytimes for preschool age children feature themed stories, rhymes, and songs. Most storytimes will be followed by a simple activity. All children must be accompanied […]

Yi, a teenager living in Shanghai, finds a Yeti on the roof of her apartment building. She and her friends go on a quest to […]

A Brooklyn plumber named Mario travels through the Mushroom Kingdom with a princess named Peach and an anthropomorphic mushroom named Toad to find Mario's brother, […]

Are you curious about your family history? Then come in from 5:00 - 6:45 PM and learn how to utilize the Library's genealogical resources! We […]

Join us for the return of Game Night! We will have games available for everyone to play with. Some of the games we will feature […]

Are you in favor of furthering community journalism in our town? What will it take? Come meet with other concerned citizens to explore the possibilities. […]

Join us every Tuesday morning at 9:00 for wonderful stories and an interactive craft! Great fun for children 2-5 years old and their parents or […]

Come to Wai’anae Public Library’s Toddler Time so keiki ages 0-3 can learn and build their pre-reading skills by enjoying music, stories, and toy time! […]

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 […]

  Civil Beat reporters and staff will be working out of the library for a day. Come anytime and learn more about how we do […]

Join us on Tuesday mornings in the children's room for a simple and sweet storytime. We'll read a few stories together, as well as play […]

Story time is back! Come join us for fun stories, dances, and songs.   Program is suitable for age 2 and over. All children must […]

Please join us for a presentation about past, present, and future relationships among people, birds, and places. Noah Gomes, American Bird Conservancy’s Conservation and Justice […]

Tweens & Teens! It's the Kailua-Kona Library World Cup! Compete with others in a quidditch tournament! Quidditch game will begin at 4:15 and is a […]

Tuesday evenings from 4:30pm-6:00pm we welcome you to game night! You can test your mind with Scrabble, battle your friends at Battleship, assess your skills […]

Create a calming cover for your mindfulness journal. Record what are grateful for and/or doodle to let your creativity flow. Supplies will be provided. Anyone […]

We will be meeting online on Tuesday, 9/26/23 to discuss Afterlife by Julia Alvarez. “Alvarez’s poignant return to adult fiction . . . raises powerful questions […]

Community member and Kahuku High and Intermediate School math teacher, Mike Lin will demonstrate YOUNG ME TAI CHI forms with music. Attendees will learn about […]

Join us for stories, fingerplays, and songs.  This 30-minute storytime is suitable for ages 2 to 5.  Children must be accompanied by a parent or […]

This 6-week program is suitable for babies 0-23 months and their caregivers.  Learn ways to interact with your little one to promote brain growth, bonding […]

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

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 […]

Please join us for weekly, one-hour preschool programming on Wednesday mornings at 10am.     FOR HEALTH AND SAFETY, WE WILL LIMIT THE PRE-K PROGRAMS TO […]

Join the fun with stories, crafts, movement, and whatevahs! Keep keiki loving stories and stuffs! Meet Mr. Alligator. Find out what other programs we have […]

These weekly story times for preschool age children will feature themed stories, rhymes, songs, and a simple craft. The story times are recommended for children […]

Join us for stories, fingerplays, and songs.  This 30-minute storytime is suitable for ages 2 to 5.  Children must be accompanied by a parent or […]

Listen to a few stories, enjoy a felt activity and/or a song or two, and a take-and-make craft for each child. Children must be accompanied […]

Dreaming of a college degree but don’t want to leave Kauaʻi? Meet Rhonda Liu, Ed Specialist from the University Center at Kauaʻi Community College to […]

Learn how wind turbines work and how wind can be used to provide energy to communities. Build a basic wind turbine with us, then use […]

Dreaming of a college degree but don't want to leave Kaua`i? Meet Rhonda Liu, Ed Specialist from the University Center at Kaua`i Community College to […]

LEGO lovers can join us for two hours of free play with LEGO bricks. No sign up is required for this drop-in program, and the […]

Please join us for crafting fun at the library for children three and up.  Discover your creativity and share it with the world!! All crafting […]

Come meet Malia Maunakea, an author from Big Island, and discuss her book Lei and the Fire Goddess! This special celebration will include a meet […]

PAWS for Reading on the last Thursday of every month at Makawao Library! Children in grades 1-5 can read to registered therapy dogs and/or dogs in training […]

PAWS for Reading on the last Thursday of every month at Makawao Library! Children in grades 1-5 can read to registered therapy dogs and/or dogs in training […]

PAWS for Reading on the last Thursday of every month at Makawao Library! Children in grades 1-5 can read to registered therapy dogs and/or dogs in training […]

PAWS for Reading on the last Thursday of every month at Makawao Library! Children in grades 1-5 can read to registered therapy dogs and/or dogs in training […]

PAWS for Reading on the last Thursday of every month at Makawao Library! Children in grades 1-5 can read to registered therapy dogs and/or dogs in training […]

Bring the kids and enjoy family friendly activities! Activities will vary each last Wednesday of the month from September-November 2023, and not all activities are […]

Spend the evening at Wahiawa Library and enjoy free movies with other people in the community! Based on the popular roleplaying game, the film follows […]

Join us on Wednesday evenings from 4:30-6:30pm for some fun with board games, including Scrabble. Please check out the games at the Reference Desk and […]

Bring family and friends to the Kealakekua Public Library for board games, every other Wednesday evening. Scheduled dates: August 23 September 13 September 27 Mahalo […]

Learn how to support your elementary students' growth as a reader at home! Ms. Rebecca Snowden, a 4th grade teacher at Kekaha Elementary, will share […]

The Library hosts story time every Thursday (except for the last Thursday of the month) for keikis, 2-5 and their families.  The program includes stories and […]

Storytimes for preschool age children feature themed stories, rhymes, and songs. Most storytimes will be followed by a simple activity. All children must be accompanied […]

Songs, stories, rhymes and so much more! Storytime will be followed with a craft. Best suited for ages 2-5. Thursday storytime repeats on Sunday at […]

Join us for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun!  Just right for children ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Anyone […]

Join the Readers Group at the Waialua Public Library on the fourth Thursday of every month from 9:30am-10:30am to discuss the book of the month, […]

Join us for our weekly preschool storytime program which includes themed stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and a simple craft. This 45-minute program is suitable for […]

Join Auntie Ariel for Thursday morning storytimes! Great fun for children ages 2-5 years. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Sponsored […]

On alternating Thursdays at 10am, the Kūpuna Hour at Kahuku Library will provide a variety of engaging activities such as music, games, and art. We […]

Join us the fourth Thursday of the month to show off the latest projects you have been working on, learn about new techniques, and enjoy […]

Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers (and their grown-ups) are invited to learn at the library! First, the librarian will share stories, songs, and other group activities. […]

Our community partner,Parents and Children Together, will be hosting a special story time and craft. Join us in the children’s room for this program. Recommend […]

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 […]

Please come join Kumu Edna Baker at the Hilo Public Library to learn `Olelo Hawai`i on Thursdays from 1:00-2:00pm, starting on September 14th. Kumu Baker […]

A new school year brings new craft plans! Join us for a craft program on Thursday afternoons from 2:00 - 3:00.  The planned crafts will […]

Join Wahiawa community members for our monthly book club where you can share and discuss what you're reading! This program is run by members of […]

Join us on the last Thursday of each month for construction fun!! No hard hats needed.  Just put on your creativity cap and use your […]