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This summer's sewing program will be a Japanese Knot Bag taught by Robyn Lea' Sayre. There will only be enough time to complete one tote […]

Musician and early education specialist, Wayne Watkins and his band are known for their fun, educational, and entertaining programs.  Get ready to laugh, dance, and […]

Celebrate Summer Reading! Our summer theme is E Heluhelu Kākou; Moʻolelo, and Hawaii’s public libraries will be celebrating the rich and varied stories that shape […]

2024 is officially Ka Makahiki o Nā Manu Nahele (Year of the Forest Birds). A specialist from the American Bird Conservancy Hawai‘i Program will share […]

2024 is officially Ka Makahiki o Nā Manu Nahele (Year of the Forest Birds). Staff from the Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of […]

2024 is officially Ka Makahiki o Nā Manu Nahele (Year of the Forest Birds). A specialist from the State Department of Land and Natural Resources' […]

On Mondays this summer, your student can learn Public Health basics in a constructive, fun, supportive, educational environment. Topics will include: June 10 - Hygiene […]

NOTE: Laupahoehoe Library's phones have been intermittently unavailable due to issues with the line. Please call one of the other Library Branches for assistance. Join us […]

Come and enjoy reading to a therapy dog at the library! This program in collaboration with volunteers from K9 TheraPets is designed to give keiki […]

Join us at the Kaneohe Library Pop-up at Windward Mall for a blackout poetry session. Blackout poetry is where you cross out words in a […]

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

The Hawaii Writer’s Guild invites the community of North Kohala to its Poetry Contest Awards Cermony and Public Reading. The contest, sponsored by Hawaii Writers […]

Come in and watch 2012's The Lorax, starring Danny DeVito, Zac Efron, and Taylor Swift. Then take a look at the book and spot the […]

Join us for keiki storytime. Keiki will enjoy a few stories, rhymes or songs, and do a craft or creative activity. Materials will be provided. […]

Join the Molokai Public Library and ʻOhana Readers, an affiliate of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, to read a different story each month and complete a […]

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 […]

Join the Mānoa Public Library’s YA Librarian workshop on crocheting your own flower coaster for the summer break. You are welcome to bring your own […]

Adults and their children actively participate in storytelling adventures! This program is appropriate for families with children ages 2-5 years old. Bring your own small […]

Summer Storytime is here!​ ​Join us this summer on Tuesday mornings for Children's Storytime at Lihue Public Library. Families can enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs. Best for […]

Enjoy a storytime at Lahaina District Court's Multipurpose Room filled with stories, songs, movement, and a take-home craft.  Suitable for ages 3 to 5.  Children […]

Come learn about EM Bokashi, an exciting new way to compost! By fermenting rice bran or wheat bran with EM･1, you will make EM Bokashi. […]

Join the discussion of Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. Excerpt from Goodreads.com: Chemist Elizabeth Zott is not your average woman. In fact, Elizabeth Zott would […]

Capture a mermaid! Immerse in an underwater fantasy world and design a mermaid jar. Mermaids appear in folklore worldwide, including Europe, Asia, and Africa. These […]

Bring your family for a fun day of mixed media crafting using upcycled materials including old magaznes, paper, and fabric.  Create an art piece that […]

Learn to paint realistic portraits in watercolor from a local artist! Pick one of the provided photo portraits or bring your own, sketch it, then […]

Stories are numerous as the stars. Learn how to make a star, and we’ll provide a jar to put it in. Materials will be provided. […]

Join us in making perler bead crafts. This month's theme is Summer Fun! Perler beads are small, heat interactive beads that can be fused together […]

Join ʻĀina Momona, the kūpuna of Ke Ola Pono no Nā Kūpuna, Kaiāulu, Kanaeokana and Papahana Kuaola in celebrating the lā hanau of Kamehameha Nui. […]

Arts and crafts for children ages preschool and up. A variety of make-and-take paper crafts will be available for children to work on at the […]

Join us for our weekly movie matinee for kids of all ages! We show a different movie every Tuesday afternoon, complete with free popcorn. All […]

Join us for an enjoyable session of Lego free play.  All ages welcome!  Build a Lego masterpiece!  Meet other Lego artists as you create. Anyone who […]

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 […]

Want to learn how to play chess with other enthusiasts? Come check out the Wahiawa Library Chess Club, meeting every Tuesday from 4pm to 6pm […]

Celebrate the 2024 Summer Reading Challenge! How well do you know Hawaiʻi? Trivia fans of all ages are welcome to team up and test their […]

Please join us for a very special interactive storytelling session with Hiʻilani of Project Koa Yoga and Anuhea of Hear Hawaiʻi. This session combines Native […]

Come build with us! Use LEGO, gears, and more to build anything you can imagine! Intended for ages 5 and up. All children must be […]

Classes will be held on Wednesdays from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM. If you're an adult looking to brush up on your computer skills, or […]

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 […]

Keiki and their ʻohana are invited to join us for our weekly storytime. During storytime, we'll dive into captivating books, sing songs, dance, and enjoy […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 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 a special story time filled with fun, magic and movement features, “The Fairy Grandmother,” Susie Roth. This program is best suited […]

Join Kauʻi the Kids’ Librarian for ‘Babies, Books, and Blankets’, a lapsit for babies 2 years old and under. Bring your babies and a comfortable […]

Come join us here at Mountain View Public & School Library for arts & crafts this summer.  Each week we have a different craft that […]

Please join us for a free viewing of the movie, Strange World.  The Clades are a legendary family of explorers whose differences threaten to topple […]

Uncle Wayne and his Howling Dog Band is here to rock the house. Always enjoyable and energetic, Uncle Wayne and his band of 3 get […]

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 […]

The Ewa Beach Public & School Library is joining forces with K9 TheraPets to bring you “Read to Therapy Dogs.” This program is designed to […]

Join the Aina Haina Book Club on Zoom to discuss Barbara Kingsolver's novel Demon Copperhead! The Aina Haina Book Club meets the third Wednesday of […]

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 […]

Children are invited to stop in and make a summer reading themed craft.  Each week we will have a different craft available and will be […]

Celebrate Summer Reading! Our theme is E Heluhelu Kākou; Moʻolelo, and Hawaii’s public libraries will be celebrating the rich and varied stories that shape our […]

In person or via Zoom! Join us in reading and discussing the following titles on the third Wednesday of each month: January 17:  Before We […]

Meet us in front of the Makawao Library this summer for self-paced, no pressure art time! Wednesdays June 19th, June 26th, July 10th, and July […]

Spend the evening at Wahiawa Library and enjoy free movies with other people in the community! This month's feel-good movie is Gran Turismo. Jann Mardenborough […]

Join us and watch the feature film Kung Fu Panda 4. This film is rated PG. Families are welcome to bring their own blankets to […]

Here at Waianae Public Library that is exactly what we are hoping for, your stories.  We are inviting you to join us at the library […]

Please join us for an online Zoom discussion of: Poverty, by America  by Matthew Desmond The United States, the richest country on earth, has more […]

Please join us Thursday mornings for stories, songs & crafts! Best suited for 2 - 5 year olds. All children must be accompanied by a […]

Happening on Thursdays through July 25, 2024 (except July 4th). For ages 18 months+.  Toddlers play with age-appropriate puzzles to develop fine motor skills and […]

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 […]

Join us as we make and decorate origami bookmarks (suggested ages: 8-12).  Limited to 12 participants. Sign up in the library or call the branch […]

Storytime for children ages 2-5.  Accompanied by a parent/caregiver.  Enjoy stories, songs, and activities. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, […]

While storytime is on pause, please join us for a drop-in playgroup for children ages 0-5 years! It's storytime but without the stories--just time to […]

Join us for a "sun-tastic" activity this summer by making your very own slime in your favorite color to take home! If you'd like, add […]

Design and create your own mini library. Completed libraries will be put on display for the Summer Reading Challenge. Guests may pick up their libraries […]

Join us for a storytelling workshop for young writers Thursday, June 20th, 4:00-5:30 PM at Liliha Public Library! What superpower do you wish you had? […]

Aiea Library's regular Movie Nights continue with Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom! Here is a description of the movie from Movie Licensing USA (www.movlic.com):  Having […]

Join members of the community two Thursdays of every month for knitting and talking story. This one-hour informal knitting group is open to veteran knitters […]

Please join us for a free viewing of the movie, The Super Mario Brothers.  "A Brooklyn plumber named Mario travels through the Mushroom Kingdom with […]

2024 is officially Ka Makahiki o Nā Manu Nahele (Year of the Forest Birds). A specialist from the Kaua‘i Forest Bird Recovery Project will share […]

Celebrate Summer Reading! Our summer theme is E Heluhelu Kākou; Moʻolelo, and Hawaii’s public libraries will be celebrating the rich and varied stories that shape […]

(following Year of the Forest Birds presentation @5:30 p.m.) Presented by Jazlee Crowley, PhD Graduate Student, Oregon State University Department of Integrative Biology Learn about 3 […]

Musician and early education specialist, Wayne Watkins and his Howling Dog Band are known for their fun, educational, and entertaining programs.  Get ready to laugh, […]

Are you looking for work but don't know where to start in your search? Do you need help writing a resume that will help you […]

Storytime is great fun for keiki and their families! Join us for stories, simple crafts, and activities. Suitable for children ages 3-5 accompanied by an […]

Interested in playing Chinese mahjong? Stop by the library on Fridays for a chance to play! Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for […]

Every Friday in June & July at 1pm! Celebrate Summer Reading Challenge. Join us for a book-to-movie adaptation film screening all summer long! Want to […]

Join us for a magical journey into the world of "The Last Sakura: Tales of the Yuta" written by Ashley Nakanishi and beautifully illustrated by […]

Dive into stories on the screen with free movie showings on Fridays at 1 p.m. at Mililani Public Library during June and July! Wonka is […]

Celebrate Summer Reading! Our summer theme is E Heluhelu Kākou; Moʻolelo, and Hawaii’s public libraries will be celebrating the rich and varied stories that shape […]

Front of Makawao Library Every Friday 1:30-3:30 PM, except holidays Get direct help with program questions, application submission, renewal assistance, application follow-up, Kokua Card assistance, […]

Puppets are a great way to interact with others and to tell stories, developing language and motor skills. Create a paper bag puppet which may […]

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.  […]

Are you an aspiring writer who wants to meet and make friends with other writers in the community? Are you seeking inspiration, encouragement, advice or […]

Storyteller Joe Miller will offer a bouquet of myths and stories to pique your imaginations. Stories from all over the world will be told with […]

Want something to remind you about this year’s summer? Join the Mānoa Public Library’s YA Librarian for an air dry clay workshop. Come and design […]

Uncle Wayne and the Howling Dog Band will share their musical interpretations of picture books and the stories they’ve found within classic and original children’s […]

The Pueo or Hawaiian Short-eared owl calls Hawaii its home. This summer, you can make your own special Pueo with a craft using simple supplies. […]

2024 is officially Ka Makahiki o Nā Manu Nahele (Year of the Forest Birds). Staff from the Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of […]

Learn how to create a beautiful plumeria ribbon lei with Sandy Murphy, retired manager from ribbon supply store U‘i Mau a Mau. Pattern from Tracy […]

八卦內功簡介  Energy Bagua is a meditation developed by Master JinBodhi for the regeneration of vitality and maintenance of health. It’s main components are based upon […]

Welcome to Teen Book Club! This month we're finishing up The Invisible Life of Addi LaRue by V.E. Schwab. In this meeting we'll be discussing […]

Join us for an afternoon of Magic: The Gathering. Bring your own deck or borrow one of ours, all skill levels are welcome and patient […]

TAG Members! Time to meet up to discuss events, programs you want to have at the Kailua-Kona Library. Not a member yet? Join us at […]

Please join us for Chess at the Library in the Art, Music, & Recreation section on the 2nd floor of the Main Library. Six boards […]

Join us for a relaxing afternoon of painting a paint by numbers canvas! Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or […]

By using UV resin and recycled book paper, teens are invited to create a stunning pendant that would be great as jewelry or a keychain. […]

Inspired by the rich culture and history of the Moanalua ahupua’ (land division), local artist/author Patrick Ching painted Moanalua Memories (acrylic on canvas, 1999) displayed […]

Join us for a Summer filled with moʻolelo inspired stories, dancing, and a small craft.  Appropriate for ages 3+ Special events may be held in […]

During this summer, where we’re asked to explore myths and legends, come join the Aloha Adventure Guild, a group of dedicated Game Masters, as they […]

Join us for a presentation by Helen Nakano, founder of Hanafuda Hawaiʻi and her Sensei's on Understanding Hawaiian Culture through Hanafuda followed by hands-on small […]