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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. […]

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! […]

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

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 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 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 […]

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 […]

Join us for a craft program on Thursday afternoons! The planned crafts will be focus on ages 5-10, but older and younger are welcome to […]

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 […]

Are you newly in love with orchids, but unsure how to care for them? Or perhaps you have a struggling orchid that needs a little […]

Interested in learning the basics of mahjong or looking for a friendly group of competitors? Join us on the first and last Friday of every […]

Hello my friends! My name is Tigger. I invite you to my home of stories each week. Come and listen to stories about faraway places, […]

Interested in learning basic Chinese mahjong? Stop by the library for a lesson and a chance to play! Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or […]

Join us at Art Club to make beaded friendship bracelets! Show friends you care with a gift, or make some to keep. These bracelets can […]

Unique in the world of philosophy is the liberating insights of the historical Buddha. We will explore his ideas and practice which leads to a […]

Create dazzling artwork  at the Ewa Beach Library. With simple materials like tissue paper and some adhesive, you can make something to make your home […]

Are Hawai'i's migratory birds impacted by light pollution? How do they make the long flights to get to Hawai'i? Learn the answers to these questions […]

Meet artists Audra Furuichi, Brady Evans, Jon J. Murakami, Kevin Sano, Studio Pyro & Friends, and Tara Tamayori!  Pick up some cool artwork, comic books, […]

Keiki and their ohana are invited to join Wai'anae Public Library for a fun-filled storytime where we read books, sing and dance, and make crafts.  […]

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 […]

Calling all adventurers! Have you always wanted to learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons but didn't know where or how to start? Aloha Adventurer's […]

UPDATE: All twenty participant spots have been filled. Contact the library for more information. Explore your artistic side at the library! Artist Paige Su will […]

Come make your own custom PopSocket for your phone! PopSockets attach to the back of your phone to make it easier to hold. Supplies will […]

Born and Raised on Maui, Anthony has been rooted in Hawaiian music from an early age, forging an original path perpetuating the music of his […]

Decorate a mini tote bag with your own designs and drawings!  All material will be provided while supplies last. This program, appropriate for children and […]

In the 1880s, King Kalākaua sent 18 young Hawaiians to Italy, Scotland, England, China, Japan, and US to become future leaders of the Hawaiian Kingdom. […]

In observance of World Food Day on October 16, 2023, librarians Brandon and Kapua will show guests how to make one of Hawai‘i's favorite foods […]